micro-trak FLOWTRAK II, Reference Manual

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Introduction to the FlowTrak II
NEW FEATURES
in the FlowTrak II include additional
Volume and Area counters and a new “Tank” feature.
The console can also be programmed to operate either as a
sprayer monitor, or as a batch counter for filling tanks:
SPRAYER MONITOR MODE:
When used in typical
spraying operations, the “Control output” should be
programmed to the “HOLd” mode; the Control output can
turn an external valve or pump ON/OFF in response to the
status of the Run/Hold button or the optional remote Run/
Hold sensor, and the Tank counter will show the amount
remaining in the tank. When operating in this mode, the
Tank alarm feature can also be used; it will flash “FILL” on the
display when the tank reaches a (settable) low level. See the
calibration and operation sections for details.
The FlowTrak II sprayer Monitor, like the original FlowTrak, provides a complete picture of critical spraying functions and is easy to
install and operate. The system monitors and displays:
WIDTH
CAL
FLOW
CAL
MIN
FLOW
TARGET
RATE
SPEED
CAL
TEST
SPEED
VOLUME /
MINUTE
DISTANCE
AREA /
HOUR
VOLUME
(1) (2) (3)
RATE SPEED
AREA
(1) (2) (3)
TANK
CAL
RESET
CALHOLD
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TANK
VOL
TANK
ALARM
RUN
HOLD
Ground Speed
Distance traveled (can
be reset independent
of volume & area
counters)
Area per Hour (tracks
work progress)
Application Rate
(amount applied
per unit area)
Tank Volume
remaining (new
feature)
Flow Rate (amount
of liquid applied
per minute)
Volume and Area (3
independent sets of
counters record the
amount of liquid
applied and area
covered for up to 3
different jobs. All
3 sets may be reset
independently
BATCH MODE:
When used in a batching operation or at a
depot where tanks would be filled, the “Control output” can
be programmed in the “FILL” mode. In this mode the Control
output will control a valve or pump used to fill the tank,
turning the valve or pump OFF when the amount reaches a
(settable) level. In this mode, the TANK display will show the
amount that has been pumped into the tank and the tank
alarm is inoperative. This mode requires a fill flowmeter and
possibly a relay adapter if high current levels are required.
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