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Assembly & Options 

 

 

 

 

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8 - Options 

 

 
Valmar 

Airflo 

makes 

available 

optional 

equipment  designed  to  fit  your  applicator  to 
particular 

applications 

or 

enhance 

its 

performance.  This  section  provides  basic 
information about the function of each option as 
well  as  reasons  for  using  them.  Detailed 
instructions  for  the  assembly  and  installation  of 
the options are contained in the kits themselves. 
 

Pedestal Mount Kit (18.6251) 

 
A  pedestal  mount  kit  is  available  for  situations 
where  the  applicator  may  need  to  be  installed 
over  an  obstruction  on  your implement such as 
depth  control  linkage.  A  welder  is  required  for 
assembly. 
 

Alternate Rate Kit (18.6384) 

 
An  alternate  rate  kit  is  available  for  operators 
who  need  to  switch  between  two  different 
application  rates  on  the  go.  Operators  can 
decrease  application  rates  on  hilltops  or 
increase them in heavily infested areas. 
 

Gas Engine Kit (18.6346) 

 
A  gas  engine  kit  is  available  for  operators  who 
need a fan that is driven by a gas engine, such 
as in situations where tractor hydraulic flow may 
be insufficient for a hydraulically driven fan. 
 
Note: A gas engine is not provided in this kit. A 

horsepower 

engine 

(11.3898) 

is 

recommended  for  the  2055,  and  an  11 
horsepower  engine  (11.3899)  is  recommended 
for the 2455 and 3255. 
 
 

Flow Control Bypass Kits 

 
These kits are recommended for operators who 
experience  surging  and/or  heating  problems 
with  their  hydraulic  fan  drive.  Two  kits  are 
available: 
 

18.7102 -

  For  tractors  with  closed  center  or 

open  center  hydraulic  systems  with  an 
adjustable flow controller. 
 

18.7276 -

  For  tractors  with  non-adjustable  flow 

controllers. 
 

Hose Coupler Kit (18.7156) 

 
This  kit  is  for  operators  who  may  wish  to 
temporarily  remove  their  applicator  from  the 
implement.  The  coupler  eliminates  the  need  to 
pull the delivery hoses off the venturis. 
 

Outlet Blocker Kit 

 
This kit allows the operator to block off from one 
to 10 outlets on the metering bottoms. 
 

Harrowbar Mounting Kits 

 
A  variety  of  harrowbar  mounting  kits  are 
available  from  Valmar.  See  your  dealer  to 
determine which one is right for you. 
 

Summary of Contents for 2055

Page 1: ...2055 2455 3255 Pneumatic Granular Applicator OPERATOR S MANUAL V B E P Issue Date June 1999 FAX 204 353 2864 Email valmar valmar com...

Page 2: ...Box 100 Elie MB R0H 0H0 Phone 204 353 2782 FAX 204 353 2864 Email valmar valmar com Printed in Canada Issue Date June 1999 Part No 20 6191...

Page 3: ...of Contents Item Page Serial Number Location 3 1 Introduction 4 2 Safety 5 3 Safety Decals 8 4 Operation 11 5 Calibration 17 6 Adjustments and Service 29 7 Troubleshooting 37 8 Options 41 9 Specifica...

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Page 6: ...sts or liability for any direct indirect or consequential damages or delay WARRANTY LIMITED OR VOID Any use for purposes other than those for which the product was designed operation beyond rated capa...

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Page 8: ...equesting service information Mark the model and serial numbers in the spaces provided for easy reference Applicator Serial Number The Serial Number Plate is located on the front right hand inside pan...

Page 9: ...Manual Safety Alert Symbol This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates important safety messages in this manual When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of personal injury CAREFULLY READ THE MESSAG...

Page 10: ...ULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IF THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN WARNING A SPECIFIC HAZARD OR UNSAFE PRACTICE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS...

Page 11: ...cturer 5 Wash thoroughly after working with chemicals especially before eating 6 Wash all clothing contaminated by chemicals 7 Wash down the applicator prior to any maintenance Dispose of wash water i...

Page 12: ...t in the metering of chemicals and fertilizer onto roadways This may also cause the metering drive to operate at very high speeds and damage some of its components Storage Safety 1 Store the applicato...

Page 13: ...Valmar Safety Decals Page 7...

Page 14: ...re the installation area is clean and dry Decide on the exact position before removing the backing paper Remove the smallest portion of the backing paper Align the decal over the desired area and pres...

Page 15: ...Valmar Safety Decals Page 9 Decal 1 Decal 2 Decal 3 Decal 4 4 5 6...

Page 16: ...Safety Decals Valmar Page 10 Decal 5 Decal 6...

Page 17: ...low product through an air delivery system A grooved metering roller accurately meters product from the hopper into the venturis Air passing through the manifold and venturis draws the product into an...

Page 18: ...turn freely 9 Inspect the gearbox for alignment and proper lubrication Refer to Adjustment and Service section of manual 10 Operate the electrical clutches for proper engagement Refer to Adjustment an...

Page 19: ...hes 2 The air pressure is above 25 inches Proper fan speed is achieved at a manifold pressure of 17 inches of water column Fan speed is set by adjusting the speed of a gas engine or a hydraulic motor...

Page 20: ...ocated above each metering roller They must be fully open when metering product Do not use the shut off gates to regulate product flow The shut off gates can be pushed down when removing the metering...

Page 21: ...iagrams using linch pins on the correct shafts 3 If the appropriate gears on not on the shafts they can be found on the storage shaft as indicated by the diagrams 4 Store the unused gears on the stora...

Page 22: ...er Remove or install the funnels by rotating the storage latch until they are released or secured Storage 2055 The funnels are stored on the front left and right inner sides of the hopper as noted in...

Page 23: ...VALMAR Operation Page 17 Figure 4 13 Funnel Installation...

Page 24: ...Operation VALMAR Page 18...

Page 25: ...d periodically thereafter For see the applicator should be calibrated each time a particular batch of seed is used When applying seed mixtures consult the New Product Calibration section of this chapt...

Page 26: ...product must meter out from the bottom of the roller not the top 9 Empty both collection containers into the hopper Measure and record the weight of each empty container Figure 5 3 Calibration Crank C...

Page 27: ...esults with the Product Flow Rate Charts in this manual A difference in flow rates could indicate the following Incorrect sprocket installation on the ground drive system See Figure 5 4 for correct sp...

Page 28: ...Calibration Valmar Page 22...

Page 29: ...Valmar Calibration Page 23...

Page 30: ...Calibration Valmar Page 24...

Page 31: ...Valmar Calibration Page 25...

Page 32: ...art in order to calculate the actual application rate in pounds per acre for all the other gearbox settings Example Calculation Table 5 1 A grass mixture is to be applied at 1 8 pounds per acre A cali...

Page 33: ...Valmar Calibration Page 27...

Page 34: ...Calibration Valmar Page 28...

Page 35: ...level surface Lower all sections of the implement 3 Exercise extreme caution when working around or with high pressure hydraulic systems Depressurize the system when connecting or disconnecting the h...

Page 36: ...rnate Switch to make sure it is in the proper position b Check the fuses to the control unit Refer to Fuses in this section c Check connections to the power source battery d Check all connections alon...

Page 37: ...ce if necessary 2 Remove old Loctite from the clutch and engine output shaft Clean thoroughly using a chlorinated solvent Wipe dry 3 Apply Loctite 609 evenly to both mounting surfaces Do not fill the...

Page 38: ...ure 6 5 Gearbox Adjustments Idler Gear Tension Fig 6 6 Check the idler gear tension as noted below and adjust if necessary 1 Set the gearbox at No 1B and clip the idler gear in place Ensure that the g...

Page 39: ...nd the metering lip is preset at the factory Should the gap need adjustment do so as follows 1 Loosen the bolts securing each bearing housing to the bottom assembly 2 Insert a spacer for the RED and G...

Page 40: ...ose grease to each bearing daily Chain drives Lubricate with a recommended chain lubricant Grease or heavy oil will attract dirt and dust Metering Gearbox Lubricant all moving parts of the metering ge...

Page 41: ...gure 6 11 Gas Engine Fan Belt Tension Pry Here Bolts Locknuts Figure 6 12 Hydraulic Fan Belt Tension Chain Tension Allow 2 slack 1 4 per foot between shaft centers for proper chain tension as measured...

Page 42: ...re that the throttle and choke operate freely Bearings 1 Inspect the fan bearing Remove the cover loosen the belt and push and pull on the one edge of the impellor 2 Turn the metering system by hand I...

Page 43: ...Valmar Adjustments Service Page 37...

Page 44: ...being applied is lower than expected Product density has changed resulting in a discrepancy with the applicator charts Calibrate your applicator Create a new chart Mathematical error during calibrati...

Page 45: ...flow can carry it Slow down Venturi filling up with product and spilling over Plugged fan inlet Unplug inlet Fan speed too low Increase fan speed to 17 inches water column pressure Fan to manifold hos...

Page 46: ...be grounded to the manifold Run a small wire preferably copper through the venturi cup and into the manifold as shown below The wire must contact the manifold to ground out the electrical charge Prob...

Page 47: ...cations for the tractor Ensure that the tractor hydraulic system is working properly Hydraulic Motor leaks Seal worn or damaged by heat Replace seal Overpressure ruptured seal Replace seal Contaminant...

Page 48: ...perators who need a fan that is driven by a gas engine such as in situations where tractor hydraulic flow may be insufficient for a hydraulically driven fan Note A gas engine is not provided in this k...

Page 49: ...Assembly Options VALMAR Page 42...

Page 50: ...fan speed of 3800 rpm Metering Two metering rollers with shut of gate for each roller 20 venturis Manifold and venturis drop for easy calibration and emptying Electric Clutch 12 volt DC 3 4 amps 90 l...

Page 51: ...uirement is 10 5 gpm U S for a fan speed of 4000 rpm Metering Two metering rollers with shut of gate for each roller 24 venturis Manifold and venturis drop for easy calibration and emptying Electric C...

Page 52: ...U S for a fan speed of 4200 rpm Metering Two metering rollers with shut of gate for each roller 32 venturis Manifold and venturis drop for easy calibration and emptying Electric Clutch 12 volt DC 3 4...

Page 53: ...Specifications VALMAR Page 46 Figure 8 2 Control Unit Wiring Figure 8 3 Implement Harness Wiring...

Page 54: ...VALMAR Specifications Page 47 Figure 8 4 Electric Clutch Wiring...

Page 55: ...Specifications VALMAR Page 48...

Page 56: ...VALMAR Specifications Page 49...

Page 57: ...Page 48 10 Parts...

Page 58: ...6305 2RS C3 2 8 08 6192 Shaft Fan Hub 1 9 19 3025 Housing Fan Hub 1 10 02 6193 Fan Hub Assy 1 11 03 6149 Mounting Bracket Fan 1 12 17 391 Hose Clamp HS64 4 13 12 6177 Hose Flexible 4x8 1 14 07 6160 T...

Page 59: ...Parts VALMAR Page 50...

Page 60: ...er Bushing H 7 8 1 8 11 4085 Belt B70 1 9 11 257 Split Taper Bushing H 1 1 10 11 6203 Sheave BK140H 1 11 03 6934 Hydraulic Motor Mount 1 12 13 5974 Hydraulic Motor Char Lynn 101 2146 1 13 13 6146 Conn...

Page 61: ...Parts VALMAR Page 52...

Page 62: ...ring Pin 3 16 x 1 1 4 4 4 4 10 11 1566 16T Gear 2 2 2 11 03 5726 Manifold Assembly 10 outlet 2 03 6229 Manifold Assembly 16 outlet 2 03 6564 Manifold Assembly 12 outlet 2 12 17 6293 Pushnut 3 8 4 4 13...

Page 63: ...Parts VALMAR Page 54...

Page 64: ...aft 18 2 7 15 1123 Grey Roller Segment 6 12 Groove 4 6 8 8 15 1124 Grey Roller Segment 3 12 Groove 2 02 7421 Red Roller Assembly 15 28 Groove c w shaft ass y bearings gear 2 02 7423 Red Roller Assembl...

Page 65: ...Parts VALMAR Page 56...

Page 66: ...8 5571 Shaft Center 2 15 08 6487 Shaft Output 1 16 17 5524 Linch Pin 3 16 X1 1 4 3 17 17 3127 Washer Gear Spacer 5 18 11 1408 Bearing 1 O D X 1 8 19 07 5579 Shaft Collar 1 20 11 1400 Bushing Plastic 2...

Page 67: ...Parts VALMAR Page 58...

Page 68: ...Coil Assembly Non stepped 1 17 18 6384 Alternate Rate Kit inc one each of items 1 3 4 7 8 11 20 21 23 24 25 26 1 18 Alternate Rate Sprocket 1 19 14 449 Sprocket 40B30 1 bore 1 20 07 6475 Tube Spacer...

Page 69: ...Parts VALMAR Page 60...

Page 70: ...1 Calibration Funnel 16 outlet 2 03 8535 Calibration Funnel 16 outlet 99 models newer 2 03 6566 Calibration Funnel 12 outlet 2 15 05 667 Latch Handle 2 2 2 16 12 1677 Manifold Pressure Guage 1 1 1 17...

Page 71: ...Parts VALMAR Page 62...

Page 72: ...16 18 5 12 1436 Hose PVC 1 x 100 ft 5 7 10 6 17 6052 Tiewrap 14 25 8 10 10 7 17 7561 Tiewrap 32 16 18 20 8 17 7268 Clamp Tridon Trimax 200 44 52 64 9 04 7392 Channel Wheel Drive Cable 1 1 1 10 04 7393...

Page 73: ...Parts VALMAR Page 64...

Page 74: ...2 X 4 X 4 1 10 09 6418 Traction Spring 1 11 04 6420 Cable Arm Mount 1 12 03 7538 Wheel Pivot Base 1 13 26 1203 Flange Nut NC 8 14 17 6419 U Bolt X 4 2 15 03 3144 Bearing Tube 1 16 14 239 Bearing 1 I D...

Page 75: ...Parts VALMAR Page 66...

Page 76: ...each of items 3 4 2 3 11 7169 Pulley 2 4 17 7170 Quick Link 5 16 2 5 17 6889 S Hook 2 7 8 x 3 16 1 6 14 6887 Transport Chain 1 7 03 6428 Cable Lift Arm 1 8 26 0302 Capscrew 3 8 X NC 2 9 26 1202 Flang...

Page 77: ...Parts VALMAR Page 68...

Page 78: ...42 Decal 3255 Short 1 22 9503 Decal 2455 Long 1 5 22 6217 Flow Rate Chart Ultra Low Low 1 1 1 6 22 6190 Flow Rate Chart Med High 1 1 1 7 22 5840 WARNING Chemicals 1 1 1 8 22 3921 WARNING Hydraulics 1...

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