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Operators Manual
3800 / 5250
P/N: 331815
S/N: 702575
Air Systems
2800 / 3350
AGCO-AMITY JV, LLC
17885 Highway 13
Wahpeton, ND 58075 (800)
688-3300
(701) 642-2621
www.concordseeding.com

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  • Page 1 Operators Manual Air Systems 2800 / 3350 3800 / 5250 AGCO-AMITY JV, LLC 17885 Highway 13 Wahpeton, ND 58075 (800) 688-3300 P/N: 331815 (701) 642-2621 S/N: 702575 www.concordseeding.com...

  • Page 2: Bushel Air Carts

    AMITY TECHNOLOGY, LLC LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW PRODUCTS 1. General Provisions. This Warranty shall apply to the original purchaser of (1) any new and unused machine manufactured by Amity Technology, LLC (“Amity”), and (2) any new and unused part which is manufactured by Amity for use in an Amity machine, jointly referred to as “Products,”...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 280 / 335 / 380 / 525 Bushel Air Carts 1 Safety ..............7 1.1 Introduction .
  • Page 4 Table of contents 3.3.1 Using the auger to load products ........53 3.3.2 Using the auger to unload products .
  • Page 5 Table of contents 3.15.5 Manual Work Switch Operation ........114 3.15.6 Setting the automatic height switch operation .
  • Page 6 Table of contents 280/335/380/525 Bushel Air Carts 331815...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Table of contents 1. Safety 1.1 Introduction ............. . 9 1.1.1 Safety alert symbol .
  • Page 8 Table of contents 280/335/380/525 Bushel Air Carts 331815...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    1. Safety 1.1 Introduction 1.1.1 Safety alert symbol The safety alert symbol means Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety Is Involved! Look for the safety alert symbol both in this manual and on safety signs on this machine. The safety alert symbol will direct your attention to information that involves your safety and the safety of others.

  • Page 10: A Word To The Operator

    1. Safety If parts have been replaced or a used machine has been purchased, make sure all safety signs are present and in the correct location and can be read. Illustrations of safety sign locations are located at the rear of this section.

  • Page 11: This Manual

    1. Safety CAUTION: If any attachments used on this equipment have a separate Operator Manual, see that manual for other important safety information. 1.1.6 This manual This manual covers general safety practices for this machine. The operator manual must always be kept with the machine.

  • Page 12: Operation

    1. Safety 1.2 Operation 1.2.1 Prepare for operation Read and understand all operating instructions and precautions in this manual before operating or servicing the machine. Make sure you know and understand the positions and operations of all controls. Make certain all controls are in neutral and the park brake is applied before starting the machine.

  • Page 13: Personal Protective Equipment

    1. Safety Always lower the machine when not in use and relieve the pressure in the hoses and cylinders. Do not stand between the tractor and the implement to install the hitch pin when the tractor engine is running. Avoid contact with electrical power lines. Contact with electrical power lines can cause electrical shock, resulting in very serious injury or death.

  • Page 14: Shield And Guards

    1. Safety When the instructional seat is used the machine must be driven at a slower speed and on level ground. Avoid quick starts, stops, and sharp turns. Avoid driving on highways or public roads. 1.2.5 Shield and guards All shields and guards must be in the correct operating position and in good condition.

  • Page 15: Flying Debris

    1. Safety 1.2.7 Flying debris WARNING: Be careful when operating along the side of a road or building. Rocks or other debris can be thrown from the machine during operation possibly resulting in injury. Never stand near the machine during operation. Debris can be thrown from the machine during operation possibly resulting in injury.

  • Page 16: Travel On Public Roads

    1. Safety 1.3 Travel on public roads Make sure you understand the speed, brakes, steering, stability, and load characteristics of this machine before you travel on public roads. Use good judgment when traveling on public roads. Maintain complete control of the machine at all times.
  • Page 17 1. Safety Watch for overhead wires and other obstructions. Avoid contact with electrical power lines. Contact with electrical power lines can cause electrical shock, resulting in very serious injury or death. Fig. 13 280/335/380/525 Bushel Air Carts 331815...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    1. Safety 1.4 Maintenance 1.4.1 General maintenance information Before doing any unplugging, lubricating, servicing, cleaning, or adjusting: • Park the machine on a solid level surface. • Disengage the tractor power take-off. • Make sure all controls are in the neutral position and apply the park brake.

  • Page 19: Fire Prevention And First Aid

    1. Safety Do not operate the machine with the drive shaft shields open or removed. Entanglement in rotating drive shafts can cause serious injury or death. Stay clear of rotating components. Make sure rotating guards turn freely. A loose yoke can slip off a shaft and result in injury to persons or damage to the machine.

  • Page 20: High Pressure Leaks

    1. Safety If any flame cutting, welding, or arc welding is to be done on the machine or attachments, make sure to clear any crop material or debris from around the area. Make sure the area below the work area is clear of any flammable material as falling molten metal or sparks can ignite the material.

  • Page 21: Tire Safety

    1. Safety 1.4.4 Tire safety Check tires for cuts, bulges, and correct pressure. Replace worn or damaged tires. When tire service is needed, have a qualified tire mechanic service the tire. Tire changing can be very hazardous and must be done by qualified tire mechanic using proper tools and equipment.

  • Page 22: Marker Lamps

    1. Safety 1.5 Marker lamps The machine is equipped with marker lamps and reflectors that must be used when transporting the machine on public roads. The front of the machine is equipped with two amber lamps (1) located at the front. The rear of the machine is equipment with a bar that has marker lamps (2) mounted at each end.

  • Page 23: Safety Sign Location

    1. Safety 1.6 Safety sign location Two-bin model Fig. 25 Item Reference number Description 997661 Reflector, red 997662 Reflector, orange 997663 Reflector, yellow 9971018 Speed sign, 20 mph - North American models 9971009 Speed sign, 30 km/h - Non-North American models 997861 Safety sign, read manual 997857...
  • Page 24 1. Safety Item Reference number Description 700732049 Safety sign-exploding parts read manual 9971011 Safety sign, moving part hazard 997841 Safety sign, crushing hazard 9971015 Safety sign, fall off hazard 700731523 Safety sign, safety sign-hot surface, hand Most of the safety signs on this machine have two panels with few or no words.
  • Page 25 1. Safety Reflector, yellow (3) Fig. 29 North American models, safety sign, speed sign Do not exceed the maximum speed of 20 mph Fig. 30 Non-North American models, safety sign, speed sign (4) Do not exceed the maximum speed of 30 kph. Fig.
  • Page 26 1. Safety Safety sign, fasten safety chain (6) Hazard (A) - Loss of machine control Avoidance (B) - Install the safety chains when attaching the implement to the tractor. Read the Operator Manual for safety information and operating instructions before operating the machine.
  • Page 27 1. Safety Safety sign, fluid under pressure (10) Hazard (A) - Injection hazard into skin - escaping fluid under high pressure Avoidance (B) - Shut off engine, remove key, and relieve pressure before performing maintenance or repair work. Refer to the Operator Manual for proper service procedures.
  • Page 28 1. Safety Safety sign, crushing hazard (14) Hazard (A) - Crushing hazard - risk of personal injury. Avoidance (B) - Keep a safe distance from the machine while engine and machine are operating. Read the Operator Manual for safety information and operating instructions before operating the machine.
  • Page 29 1. Safety Three-bin model Fig. 44 Item Reference number Description 997661 Reflector, red 997662 Reflector, orange 997663 Reflector, yellow 9971009 Speed sign, 30 km/h 997861 Safety sign, read manual 997857 Safety sign, fasten safety chain 997853 Safety sign, unhitching hazard 997859 Safety sign, engine off 997863...
  • Page 30 1. Safety Item Reference number Description 997841 Safety sign, crushing hazard 9971015 Safety sign, fall off hazard 700731523 Safety sign, safety sign-hot surface, hand 65329 SMV Emblem Most of the safety signs on this machine have two panels with few or no words. The hazard panel (A) depicts the hazard and the consequence of encountering the hazard.
  • Page 31 1. Safety Reflector, yellow (3) Fig. 48 North American models, safety sign, speed sign Do not exceed the maximum speed of 20 mph Fig. 49 Non-North American models, safety sign, speed sign (4) Do not exceed the maximum speed of 30 kph. Fig.
  • Page 32 1. Safety Safety sign, fasten safety chain (6) Hazard (A) - Loss of machine control Avoidance (B) - Install the safety chains when attaching the implement to the tractor. Read the Operator Manual for safety information and operating instructions before operating the machine.
  • Page 33 1. Safety Safety sign, fluid under pressure (10) Hazard (A) - Injection hazard into skin - escaping fluid under high pressure Avoidance (B) - Shut off engine, remove key, and relieve pressure before performing maintenance or repair work. Refer to the Operator Manual for proper service procedures.
  • Page 34 1. Safety Safety sign, crushing hazard (14) Hazard (A) - Crushing hazard - risk of personal injury. Avoidance (B) - Keep a safe distance from the machine while engine and machine are operating. Read the Operator Manual for safety information and operating instructions before operating the machine.
  • Page 35 1. Safety SMV Emblem (17) Fig. 63...
  • Page 36 1. Safety...

  • Page 37: Introduction

    Table of contents 2. Introduction 2.1 Introduction ............. 39 2.1.1 Units of measurement .
  • Page 38 Table of contents...

  • Page 39: Units Of Measurement

    2. Introduction 2.1 Introduction CAUTION: In some of the illustrations used in this Operator Manual, panels or guards may have been removed for clarity. Never operate the tractor with these panels and guards removed. If the removal of a shield is necessary to make a repair, it must be replaced before operation.
  • Page 40 2. Introduction Use leak proof containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers to collect waste fluids, as food or beverage container(s) may mislead someone into drinking from them. Do not pour or spill waste onto the ground, down a drain, or into any water source. Air conditioning refrigerants escaping into the air can damage the Earth's atmosphere.

  • Page 41: Machine Identification

    2. Introduction 2.2 Machine identification Each machine is identified by a model and a serial number. Record these numbers in the spaces given. Give the model number and serial number to your dealer when parts or service are required. Machine model number: Machine serial number: Date of delivery: Dealer name:...
  • Page 42 2. Introduction Fig. 3 Beginning symbol Model year code (A=2010, B=2011, C=2012, World manufacturer code and on) Brand code Plant code Model identifier (model number) Family code Check letter (0 or used if model identifier is Unit number for the year five digits) (10) Ending symbol...

  • Page 43: Air Cart

    2. Introduction 2.3 Air cart The tanks on the air cart are made of stainless steel to prevent corrosion damage from granular fertilizer. There are two basic models available that each have two size options: • Two-bin model - 280 and 335 bushels •...

  • Page 44: Major Components

    2. Introduction 2.4 Major components Fig. 4 The major components for the 3-bin model are shown. The major components for the 2-bin model are in similar locations. Front hitch Ladder Railer Auger Product bin lid Product bin Rear hitch...
  • Page 45 2. Introduction Manual holder location For the two-bin model, the manual holder (1) is located as shown. Fig. 5 For the three-bin model, the manual holder (1) is located as shown. Fig. 6...

  • Page 46: Two-Bin Operator Manual

    2. Introduction 2.5 Two-bin operator manual 2.5.1 Operator manual storage The Operator Manual is located in the container (1) on the machine. Fig. 7...

  • Page 47: Three-Bin Operator Manual

    2. Introduction 2.6 Three-bin operator manual 2.6.1 Operator manual storage The Operator Manual is located in the container (1) on the machine. Fig. 8...
  • Page 48 2. Introduction...

  • Page 49: Operation

    Table of contents 3. Operation 3.1 Ladder and railings ............51 3.1.1 Ladder and railings - two-bin model .
  • Page 50 Table of contents 3.13.2.8 Ground speed sensor ......... . . 84 .

  • Page 51: Ladder And Railings

    3. Operation 3.1 Ladder and railings 3.1.1 Ladder and railings - two-bin model The air cart is equipped with a ladder and railings for access to the top of the tanks. Always make sure the railings are fastened in the raised position when operating the air system.

  • Page 52: Product Bin Lids

    3. Operation 3.2 Product bin lids The product bin lids on the air cart compartments must be correctly closed and sealed for the meters to supply product correctly. Periodically check the product bin lids for correct adjustment and inspect the seal for damage. To determine whether the product bin lid is adjusted correctly, watch the product bin lid as the latch is opened.

  • Page 53: Auger

    3. Operation 3.3 Auger The air cart is equipped with an auger (1) for loading and unloading the product bins. The auger is mounted in a swing arm. A flexible discharge hose is mounted on one end. This hose can be moved from one compartment to another without moving the hopper.
  • Page 54 3. Operation a) Drop the lock pin (6) in the neutral position. b) On the inner arm and the outer arm, pull down the spring loaded pin into the detent position. c) Remove the auger from the clamp. d) Pull the inner arm into position, by swinging the hopper away from the air cart.

  • Page 55: Using The Auger To Unload Products

    3. Operation 3.3.2 Using the auger to unload products Procedure Swing the inner arm far enough away from the machine to let the hopper fit in front of the wheels. See the information for inner arm position. Put the hopper (1) under the meter for the desired compartment.

  • Page 56: Ground Drive

    3. Operation 3.4 Ground drive On air carts equipped with ground drive a magnetic clutch disengages the drive. The magnetic clutch uses electrical power to hold the engaged position. The clutch is turned on and off by the control system either automatically when the drill is raised and lowered, or manually by pressing a manual master work switch on the virtual terminal in the tractor cab.

  • Page 57: Hydraulic Systems

    3. Operation 3.5 Hydraulic systems The hydraulic system on the air carts includes: Fan with 10cc fan motor with 5 gal hydraulic meter priority • Blower control circuit drive • Auger control circuit • Hydraulic meter drive control circuit Fan speed Flow Pressure 3000 rpm...
  • Page 58 3. Operation A #8 ISO 16028 ( at-face) coupler tip to a #6 (3/8 inch) female ORB on the air cart connects the case drain line to the tractor. The case drain line must be connected or the blower motor will be damaged. If a case drain return port is not available on your tractor, contact your dealer.

  • Page 59: Hydraulic Drive

    3. Operation 3.6 Hydraulic drive Air systems equipped with the hydraulic drive option use electric-over-hydraulic (EOH) technology to control the meter speed independently of ground speed. This gives the operator a faster calibration procedure and on-the-go rate changing capability as well as the option to apply product to a prescription map using GPS.

  • Page 60: Blower

    3. Operation 3.7 Blower The blower system for the air cart generates air pressure/flow to carry the seed or other input products through the system to the implement. A hydraulic motor drives the blower system. Two 3/4 inch hydraulic lines supply oil to the blower. The only part on the blower that can be serviced is the shaft seal.

  • Page 61: Selecting Air Stream

    3. Operation 3.8 Selecting air stream In dual chute equipped systems; one can switch air streams for any desired products. Procedure Remove the wing nuts (1) from the baffle slide and the plug. Remove the baffle slide. Move the baffle slide into the desired air stream.

  • Page 62: Meters

    3. Operation 3.9 Meters 3.9.1 Product meter adjustment The product meters send the seed or fertilizer from the product bins to the air stream through a fluted roller. The amount of the roller being used determines the rate at which products are applied. There are two moveable components in the meter that determine the rate setting: •...

  • Page 63: Changing Metering Rolls - Ground Drive System

    3. Operation to 72 lbs (120 lbs x .60) and the other meter to 48 lbs (120 lbs x .40). When decreasing the meter setting, close the shutoff slide and turn the meter, if necessary. This procedure will empty the meter and let the plate move to a smaller setting.

  • Page 64: Meter Roll Options

    3. Operation Install the meter door. 3.9.4 Meter roll options Four meter roll options are available: • The high capacity roll has eight 12.7 mm (1/2 in) deep bars and is used for most applications. • The medium capacity roll has 12 6.4 mm (1/4 in) deep bars and is used on smaller machines or for lower seeding or fertilizer rates.

  • Page 65: Meter Door And Cleanout Door Latches

    3. Operation 3.9.5.3 Meter door and cleanout door latches The tension on the cleanout door latches (1) and the meter door latches (2) can be adjusted to increase or decrease the preload on the cleanout door and the meter door. If the preload is too small, the doors will not seal correctly.

  • Page 66: Setting The Application Rate On A Ground Drive System

    3. Operation 3.10 Setting the application rate on a ground drive system Before starting the procedure See the information for preparing to calibrate a meter. See the information for priming the meter. See the information for taking a sample for calibration. Close the slide gates for any meter not being calibrated. The ground drive (GD) system changes meter speed as necessary to keep a constant application rate.
  • Page 67 3. Operation Machine width, turns of the crank, teeth, and tire sizes Machine Width in Turns of the crank per ha (acre) with a Turns of the crank per ha (acre) with a m or (ft) 10 tooth gearbox sprocket and 15 tooth gearbox sprocket and 23.1R26 tires 23.1R26 tires or with a 17 tooth...

  • Page 68: Hydraulic Drive Calibration And Operation

    3. Operation 3.11 Hydraulic drive calibration and operation 3.11.1 Preparing to calibrate a meter Calibrate meter when: • Changing the gate setting • Changing the product • Changing the meter roll Calibrate each meter even if all gates have the same setting. Procedure Connect the machine hitch to a tractor.

  • Page 69: Priming The Meter

    3. Operation Operate the auger selector valve (1) to send hydraulic oil to the fan/meter circuit. Close the blower ball-valve. Engage the tractor hydraulic remote controlling the blower circuit. Make sure the blower does not rotate. If the blower rotates, close the blower ball-valve. Open the cleanout door below the meter to be calibrated.
  • Page 70 3. Operation Setting Machine Width: Select Settings and select the Applicator Set up tab. Verify that your machine width (1) is populated correctly. If the width is correct move onto the calibration procedure, if not follow the next steps: Fig. 24 1.
  • Page 71 3. Operation 3.11.3 Taking a product sample for calibration from the Auxillary Display Before starting the calibration procedure: The meter roll must be primed with product before calibrating the meter. Procedure: 1. Hang Calibration Bag (1) under meter being calibrated (Fig. 24) Fig.

  • Page 72: Taking A Product Sample For Calibration

    3. Operation 6. Catch Test Summary; a. Select Edit b. Enter a Test Speed i. Highlight the field and press "ok" to enter a value. ii. Approximately the speed at which you will be seeding. c. Enter Rate at which you will be applying that product.
  • Page 73 3. Operation 4. Review the Catch Test Results: a. The results may vary based on initial values. 5. It is suggested that you recalibrate after you received the results. This allows for the machine to make the adjustments and obtain a more accurate calibration number.
  • Page 74 3. Operation A warning screen will alarm, read and take note of the warning statement 7. Calibrate Rate Sensor: a. Enter Test Speed: i. Approximately the speed at which you will be seeding. b. Enter Rate at which you will be applying that product.
  • Page 75 3. Operation 10. When complete, the Field Computer will prompt enter the catch weight: a. Enter this in lbs - tenths. b. Be sure the bag weight is removed. 11. Review the Catch Test Results: a. The results may vary based on initial values. 12.

  • Page 76: Manually Setting The Motor Cal Value For A Variable Rate System

    3. Operation 3.11.5 Manually setting the motor cal value for a variable rate system Procedure Select (1) for the desired bin: Select the Calibration Weight (2). Enter the desired calibration weight (2). The calibration weight is the amount of product applied per revolution on the meter roller.

  • Page 77: Rate Charts

    3. Operation 3.12 Rate charts 3.12.1 Fertilizer rate chart - 96 kg per cubic meter (60 lb per cubic foot) Use the high capacity meter roll (1), part number 65705, with 12.27 mm (0.483 in) deep (A) x 16.74 mm (0.659 in) wide (B) flutes (2). The high capacity meter roll has 6 mm (0.25 in) wide x 13 mm (0.5 in) high bars (3).
  • Page 78 3. Operation 90 kg/ha (3.1 in (3.8 in) (4.6 in) (5.4 in) (6.1 in) (6.9 in) (7.7 in) (8.4 in) (9.2 in) (80 lb/ acre) 101 kg/ (3.5 in) (4.3 in) (5.2 in) (6.0 in) (6.9 in) (7.8 in) (8.6 in) (9.5 in) (10.4 in) ha (90 lb/...

  • Page 79: Barley Rate Chart

    3. Operation 247 kg/ (8.4 in) (10.6 in) (12.7 in) ha (220 lb/acre) 258 kg/ (8.8 in) (11.0 in) (13.2 in) ha (230 lb/acre) 269 kg/ (9.2 in) (11.5 in) (13.8 in) ha (240 lb/acre) 3.12.2 Barley rate chart Use the high capacity meter roll (1), part number 65705, with 12.27 mm (0.483 in) deep (A) x 16.74 mm (0.659 in) wide (B) flutes (2).
  • Page 80 3. Operation 6.1m (20 7.6m (25 9.1m (30 10.7m 12.2m 13.7m 15.2m 16.8m 18.3m Width m (35 ft) (40 ft) (45 ft) (50 ft) (55 ft) (60 ft) (ft). Read across. Applicati Approxi on rate mate in kg/ha pointer (lb/acre). setting in inches.

  • Page 81: Canola Rate Chart

    3. Operation 213 kg/ (10.7 in) (13.3 in) ha (190 lb/acre) 224 kg/ (11.2 in) ha (200 lb/acre) 235 kg/ (11.8 in) ha (210 lb/acre) 247 kg/ (12.3 in) ha (220 lb/acre) 258 kg/ (12.9 in) ha (230 lb/acre) 269 kg/ (13.4 in) ha (240 lb/acre)
  • Page 82 3. Operation 6.1m (20 7.6m (25 9.1m (30 10.7m 12.2m 13.7m 15.2m 16.8m 18.3m Width m (35 ft) (40 ft) (45 ft) (50 ft) (55 ft) (60 ft) (ft). Read across. Applicati Approxi on rate mate in kg/ha pointer (lb/acre). setting in inches.

  • Page 83: Soybean Rate Chart

    3. Operation 3.12.4 Soybean rate chart Use the high capacity meter roll (1), part number 65705, with 12.27 mm (0.483 in) deep (A) x 16.74 mm (0.659 in) wide (B) flutes (2). The high capacity meter roll has 6 mm (0.25 in) wide x 13 mm (0.5 in) high bars (3).
  • Page 84 3. Operation 101 kg/ (4.6 in) (5.8 in) (6.9 in) (8.0 in) (9.2 in) 10.4 in) (11.5 in) (12.6 in) (13.8 in) ha (90 lb/ acre) 112 kg/ (5.2 in) (6.4 in) (7.7 in) (9.0 in) 10.3 in) (11.6 in) (12.9 in) (14.2 in) ha (100...

  • Page 85: Wheat Rate Chart

    3. Operation 3.12.5 Wheat rate chart Use the high capacity meter roll (1), part number 65705, with 12.27 mm (0.483 in) deep (A) x 16.74 mm (0.659 in) wide (B) flutes (2). The high capacity meter roll has 6 mm (0.25 in) wide x 13 mm (0.5 in) high bars (3).
  • Page 86 3. Operation 101 kg/ (4.0 in) (5.0 in) (6.0 in) (7.0 in) (8.0 in) (9.0 in) (10.0 in) (11.0 in) (12.0 in) ha (90 lb/ acre) 112 kg/ (4.5 in) (5.6 in) (6.8 in) (7.9 in) (9.0 in) (10.1 in) (11.3 in) (12.4 in) (13.5 in)

  • Page 87: Raven Electronic Control Unit

    3. Operation 3.13 Control system 3.13.1 Control system overview The air cart has an electronic system to monitor and control the machine functions. The ISO Monitor system is based on the ISO 11783 standard, also referred to as ISOBUS. ISOBUS is a communication standard that enables a variety of agricultural electronics systems to communicate to each other.

  • Page 88: Bin Level Sensor

    3. Operation 3.13.2.4 Bin level sensor Optional bin level sensors (1) indicate when the level of product in the bin has decreased to the level of the sensor. The same sensor senses all types of products. The sensor height can be adjusted to set the alarm point at any desired level.

  • Page 89: Meter Shaft Speed Sensor (Hydraulic Drive)

    3. Operation 3.13.2.7 Meter shaft speed sensor (hydraulic drive) If the air system was bought with the hydraulic drive option, an internal meter shaft speed sensor (1) is included with the hydraulic motor. The meter shaft speed sensor gives accurate meter speed control that is necessary.

  • Page 90: Cart Control System

    3. Operation 3.14 Cart control system 3.14.1 Virtual terminal - cart control system A ISOBUS-compatible terminal can communicate with the cart control system. When the terminal in the tractor is connected to the electronic control unit (ECU) on the cart, information automatically downloads.

  • Page 91: Main (Home) Screen

    3. Operation 3.14.4 Main (home) screen Main Setup Product Tabs Totals Diagnostics Current Product Run Screen Auxiliary Drivers PRODUCT TABS Press on the product tab to select the desired product. This will open the to product run screen for that product. Function/Operation Description Button...
  • Page 92 3. Operation Button Description Function/Operation Indicates if the switchbox is on or off: Section Switchbox Button • Green - On • Red - Off Actual Rate Displays the actual application rate. Displays the current target rate. The target Target Rate rate can be adjusted by pressing in the number cell and entering a new number.

  • Page 93: System Settings Screen

    3. Operation MAIN Press MAIN (top screen on Page 90) at any time to return to the Current Product Run Screen. SETUP Pressing SETUP (top screen on Page 90) opens a screen with the tabs shown below. Applicator System Feature Alarms Rates Setup Setting...
  • Page 94 3. Operation SYSTEM SETTINGS Button Description The Control Valve button allows the user to adjust the following settings for each product: • Valve Response Rate • Control Deadband Control Valve Setup • Valve Delay • Valve Advance • Control Effort The Rate Sensor Setup button provides the options to adjust the following settings: •...
  • Page 95 3. Operation DIAGNOSTICS Selecting the Diagnostics button open a window with tabs for the items listed below. SYSTEM INFORMATION Displays information about the RCM including the Hardware Serial Number, Hardware Revision, and Software Version Number. TESTS The Tests tab allows the user to select various tests from a drop down. These list of tests will vary by product configuration.
  • Page 96 3. Operation Machine Alarms Alarms show up as separate screens and are acknowledged on the terminal. The alarms are notifications of an instance that happens on the machine that is not part of normal operation If the alarm is current and hasn't been tended to, it will be listed in the Active List in the Diagnostic Trouble Code list.

  • Page 97: Profile Set Up

    3. Operation 3.15 Profile set up Before operating the cart control system, there are some setup and calibration procedures that must be done to make sure the seeding performance is correct. If these operations are not complete, seeding performance and accuracy will not be correct. IMPORTANT: The profile setup procedures must be completed or the system will not operate correctly.
  • Page 98 3. Operation 2. Enter Number of Products (Bins). Select Next (1) after completely each one of the following steps. Select return (2) to go back and edit a previous step. 3. Select the Number of Fans on the Machine: 4. Select Product Type:...
  • Page 99 3. Operation 5. Select Application Mode for each product selected: 6. Ensure for Ground Drive “Master Clutch” is Selected:...
  • Page 100 3. Operation 7. For our Machines, there are no Auxillary Drivers available: 8. Review the Section Summary to ensure the widths and sections are correct: 9. For our machines, Scales are not offered:...
  • Page 101 3. Operation 10. For our machines: Pressure Sensors are not offered: 11. Enter “2” for Pulses per Revolution and set the limits as shown: 12. Be Sure that Both Products are selected for the RPM sensor 1:...
  • Page 102 3. Operation 13. With Ground Drive, there is not a control valve: 14. Product Density and Calibration weight can be entered here, however, if these values are now known, they can be entered in the Rate Sensor Setup Page. The meter shaft has 1 pulse per revolution: 15.
  • Page 103 3. Operation 16. The preset values do not affect machine performance on a Ground Drive, enter a value. 17. Set up Alarms as shown: The shaft sensor alarm is not used on this machine. 18. With Ground Drive, there is not a control valve:...
  • Page 104 3. Operation 19. Product Density and Calibration weight can be entered here, however, if these values are now known, they can be entered in the Rate Sensor Setup Page. The meter shaft has 1 pulse per revolution: 20. The tank capacity is lbs may vary based on product density, configure the bin levels for Product 2 as shown: 21.
  • Page 105 3. Operation 22. Set up Alarms as shown: The shaft sensor alarm is not used on this machine. 23. The summary screen for a Ground Drive Machine should look as shown. 24. You will need to enter the calibration number you determined by the catch test.

  • Page 106: Profile Set Up (Hydraulic Drive)

    Select Next (1). 2. Enter Number of Products (Bins) 2 or 3 2800/3350 = 2 Products 3800/5250 = 3 Products Select Next (1) to advance to the next screen after completely this step and each of the following steps.
  • Page 107 3. Operation 3. Select the Number of Fans on the Machine: 2 are available with the 3 Bin Cart only. 4. Select Product Type: 5. Select Application Mode for each product selected:...
  • Page 108 3. Operation 6. Ensure for Hydraulic Drive, Master Clutch is NOT selected. Each product selected will have a section group For a 2 Bin Cart = 2 Section Groups For a 3 Bin Cart = 3 Section Groups 7. For our Machines, there are no Auxiliary Drivers available: 8.
  • Page 109 3. Operation 9. For our machines, Integrated Scales are not offered: 10. For our machines, Pressure Sensors are not offered: 11. Enter “2” for Pulses per Revolution and set the limits as shown:...
  • Page 110 3. Operation 12. Be Sure that Both Products are selected for the RPM sensor 1: These are located on the Hydraulic motors 13. Setup Control valve parameters as noted: 14. Setup PWM Parameters as noted:...
  • Page 111 3. Operation 15. Product Density and Calibration weight can be entered here, however, if these values are not known, they can be entered in the Rate Sensor Setup Page. The hydraulic meter motor has 60 pulses/revolution: 16. The tank capacity in lbs may vary based on product density, configure the bin levels for Product 1 as shown.
  • Page 112 3. Operation 18. Set up Alarms as shown: The shaft sensor alarm is not used on this machine. 19. Setup Control Valve parameters as noted: 20. Setup PWM Paramters as noted:...
  • Page 113 3. Operation 21. Product Density and Calibration weight can be entered here, however, if these values are not known, they can be entered in the Rate Sensor Setup Page. The hydraulic meter motor has 60 pulses/revolution: 22. The tank capacity in lbs may vary based on product density, configure the bin levels for Product 2 as shown.
  • Page 114 3. Operation 24. Set up Alarms as shown: The shaft sensor alarm is not used on this machine. 25. The summary screen for a Hydraulic Drive 2 Bin Machine should look as shown. 26. You will need to enter the calibration number you determined by the catch test.

  • Page 115: Master Switch Operation

    3. Operation 3.15.3 Master switch operation The cart control system requires a master work switch. The master work switch is an icon located on the lower portion of most screens on the terminal. The automatic work switch is a sensor, located on toolbar. When the system is configured for automatic work switch operation, lifting the machine automatically turns off the meters and NH3 system.

  • Page 116: Setting Test Speed

    3. Operation 3.15.8 Setting Test Speed 1. From the home screen press the speed read out 2. A pop up will appear with a field to enter a value. 3. Enter the value you desire 3.15.9 Refilling Product Bins 1. Select Settings: 2.

  • Page 117: Maintenance

    Table of contents 4. Maintenance 4.1 Lubrication points ............99 4.1.1 Lubrication and maintenance chart .
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  • Page 119: Lubrication Points

    4. Maintenance 4.1 Lubrication points See the machine specification for the correct lubricant. Do not let grease build up on or around parts, especially when operating in sandy soil. Make sure to clean the lubrication fittings fully before connecting the grease gun. Watch each lubrication point while lubricating to make sure the lubricant applies correctly.
  • Page 120 4. Maintenance Fig. 2 Driveline and steering Find three lubrication fittings (1) on the each side of each axle. Fig. 3...

  • Page 121: Hydraulic Motor Maintenance

    4. Maintenance 4.2 Hydraulic motor maintenance WARNING: Park the machine on a solid, level surface. Lower and stop the machine, set the park brake, turn off the tractor engine and take the key with you before doing any maintenance on the machine. Fig.

  • Page 122: Gear Box Maintenance

    4. Maintenance 4.3 Gear box maintenance WARNING: Park the machine on a solid, level surface. Lower and stop the machine, set the park brake, turn off the tractor engine and take the key with you before doing any maintenance on the machine. Fig.

  • Page 123: Wheel Bearing Maintenance

    4. Maintenance 4.4 Wheel bearing maintenance Check the wheel bearings once per year, adjust if necessary. Service the bearings at least every three years.

  • Page 124: Tires And Wheels

    4. Maintenance 4.5 Tires and wheels Specification Two bin Three bin Tire size 18.4 X 26.0 10 ply 620/70 R42 - 525 23.1 X 26.0 10 ply 800/70 R38 - 380 Load index 166 A8 Maximum pressure 18.4 X 26.0 10 ply 138 kPa kPa (20 psi) 103 kPa (15 psi) Lug nut torque 325 Nm (240 lbf ft)

  • Page 125: Storing The Air Cart

    4. Maintenance 4.6 Storing the air cart Procedure Park the machine on a solid, level surface. Fully open the seed meters. Open the cleanout doors on the bottom of the air tube. Clean all material out of the tanks. Use water to completely clean any compartment used for fertilizer. Completely clean fertilizer and dirt from the cup area.
  • Page 126 4. Maintenance...

  • Page 127: Troubleshooting

    Table of contents 5. Troubleshooting 5.1 Troubleshooting ............115...
  • Page 128 Table of contents...

  • Page 129: Troubleshooting

    5. Troubleshooting 5.1 Troubleshooting Problem Causes Correction The seed cups do not Product turned off at the terminal. Turn on the product from terminal. engage. Below the minimum speed for the Increase the machine speed over the machine. minimum speed setting. The seed flows without Rubber deflector is not down tightly Lower the deflector.
  • Page 130 5. Troubleshooting Problem Causes Correction The tractor is not putting out enough Have the tractor dealer inspect the oil. tractor hydraulics. There are bad couplers. Check the couplers on the tractor and the hoses. Try different couplers. The machine hydraulic There is back pressure on the system Press the relief button on the control lines cannot be...

  • Page 131: Specifications

    Table of contents 6. Specifications 6.1 Specifications ............119 6.1.1 Specifications - two-bin model .
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  • Page 133: Specifications - Two-Bin Model

    6. Specifications 6.1 Specifications 6.1.1 Specifications - two-bin model Feature Two-bin model Two-bin model 9.9 cu m (280 bushel) 11.8 cu m (335 bushel) Hopper capacity 9.9 cu m (5.9 cu m rear, 4 cu m front) 11.8 cu m (7 cu m rear, 4.8 cu m front) (280 bushel) ( (168 bushel) rear, (112 (335 bushel) ( (200 bushel) rear, (135 bushel) front)

  • Page 134: Conversion Factors

    6. Specifications Feature Three-bin model Three-bin model 13.4 cu m (380 bushel) 18.5 cu m (525 bushel) Tire size 800/70R38 singles 620/70R42 duals Fill/unload auger 25.4 cm x 7.6 m (10 in x 25 ft) 25.4 cm x 7.6 m (10 in x 25 ft) cupped steel flighting (poly flighting...

  • Page 135: Formulas

    6. Specifications Volume One bushel 1.2445 cubic feet One bushel 0.0352 cubic meters One bushel 9.31 gallons Pressure 1 pound per square inch 6.8948 kPa Flow One gallon per minute 3.785 liters per minute 6.1.4 Formulas width (m) x speed (km/hr) x field rate (kg/hectare) Rate (kg/min) = width (ft) x speed (mph) x field rate (lbs/acre) Rate (lbs/min) =...

  • Page 136: Approximate Tank Fill Percentages

    6. Specifications 6.2 Approximate tank fill percentages Approximate tank fill percentages Ladder rung (from the Two- Two- Three-bin Three-bin top) 13.4 cu m (380 bushel) 18.5 cu m (525 bushel) 9.9 cu 11.8 cu m (280 m (335 bushel) bushel) Front Front Front...

  • Page 137: Maximum Transport Speed

    6. Specifications 6.3 Maximum transport speed Maximum speed: 30 km/h (20 mph)
  • Page 138 6. Specifications...

  • Page 139: Index

    Index Index ecu signal connectors ..........106 entering ................. accumulated weight on the virtual terminal ....accumulated weight on the virtual terminal ..70 entering ............. 70 exhaust warning ............14 advanced setup ............94 external work switch operation mode ......agricultural chemicals ..........
  • Page 140 Index marker lamps ............22 soybean rate chart ............ 78 maximum speed ............ 123 specifications - three-bin model ......119 meter ................specifications - two-bin model ....... 119 priming .............. 69 storing the air cart ..........105 meter adjustments ........... 64 system set up ............
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