Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CX 8105 Air Drill Ground Drive N62398-00...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Field to T ransport Position ..................5-10 Field to T ransport Position - Continued ..............5-11 Meter Wheel Disengagement ................5-11 Metering System ......................5-12 Secondary Hose Installation ..................5-13 Seed Plate Sizes ......................5-14 Seed Plate Installation .....................5-15 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 4 Fan Setting .......................5-49 Product Application....................5-49 Adjustments and Operational Checks ..............5-50 Checking Seed Flow ....................5-50 Moisture Alert ......................5-50 Air Leaks ........................5-50 Tank Low in Product ....................5-50 Monitor ........................5-51 General Field Operation ....................5-51 Clutch Switches ......................5-51 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 5 Resetting Area ......................6-26 Sensor Replacement ....................6-27 Sensor Gap Settings ....................6-28 Reed Switch Sensors ....................6-28 Variable Reluctance Sensors ...................6-28 T rouble Shooting Guide ....................6-29 Checking Harness ....................6-29 Checking Sensors ....................6-29 Checking Blockage System ..................6-29 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 6 FF2 Full Function Valve Fitting General Installation Guidelines ........ 7-45 Section 8: Storage .........................8-1 Preparing for Storage ....................8-2 Metering Body Storage ....................8-3 Wing Lift Cylinder Shaft Protection ................8-4 Removing From Storage ....................8-5 Monitor ........................8-5 Auger/Conveyor ......................8-5 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 7 Openers drop quickly after transport lock valve is closed..........9-10 Opener pressure drops quickly during normal operation..........9-11 Excessive seed depth and soil throw................9-11 Openers not fully lifting to transport position..............9-11 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 8 Table of Contents Notes December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 9: Safety
Left Side ........................1-11 Right Side ........................ 1-11 T ransmissions ......................1-12 Tank Lids ........................1-12 Meter Bodies ......................1-12 Main Frame ......................1-13 Rear Axle Bracket..................... 1-13 Lighting and Marking ...................... 1-14 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 10: Signal Words
NOTE: Indicates points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient repair or operation. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 11: General Operation
Tractor Operation • Be aware of the correct tractor operating procedures, when working with implements. • Review tractor operator’s manual. • Secure hitch pin with a retainer and lock drawbar in centre position. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 12: Chemicals
Always be sure pressure is relieved before disconnecting hoses or parts. Always secure connecting parts and safety chains before towing ammonia trailer. Always have ample water available in case of exposure to ammonia liquid or gases. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 13: Transporting
• Maintain proper hydraulic fluid levels. • Keep all connectors clean for positive connections. • Ensure all fittings and hoses are in good condition. • Do not stand under wings. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 14: Maintenance
• Store implement away from areas of main activity. • Level implement and block up securely to relieve pressure on jack. • Do not allow children to play on or around stored implement. • Refer to Storage Section for more details. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 15: Safety Signs
Refer to tractor and implement Operator’s Manuals for weights and further information. N24301 Familiarize yourself with the location of all decals. Read them carefully to understand the safe operation of your machine. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 16 UNLOCKED UNLOCKED S34428 S44355 DECAL - S34428 DECAL - S44355 N19028 - Slow Speed Familiarize yourself with the location of all decals. Read them carefully to understand the safe operation of your machine. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 17 TANK BOLTS MUST BE A LOOSE FIT. DO NOT REPLACE WITH SHORTER BOLTS. N29729 Familiarize yourself with the location of all decals. Read them carefully to understand the safe operation of your machine. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 18: Front Side
Safety Safety Signs - Continued Front Side Rear Side 1-10 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 19: Left Side
Safety Safety Signs - Continued Left Side Right Side CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 1-11...
Page 20: Transmissions
Safety Safety Signs - Continued Transmissions Tank Lids Meter Bodies 1-12 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 21: Main Frame
Safety Safety Signs - Continued Main Frame Rear Axle Bracket CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 1-13...
Page 22: Lighting And Marking
Safety Lighting and Marking MORRIS recommends the use of the correct lighting and marking to meet the ASAE standard for roadway travel. Be familiar with, and adhere to, local laws. Amber warning and red taillights secured on the machine promote correct transportation of this implement.
Page 23: Specifications
Section 2: Specifications Specifications Section Contents Section 2: Specifications T ransport Dimensions .......................2-3 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 24 Shank to Shank Spacing 30” (76.2 cm) on 10” (25.4 cm) Spacing 36” (91.4 cm) on 12” (30.5 cm) Spacing Weight Kit Optional Safety Lights Standard Safety Chain Standard Specifications are estimates and subject to change. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 25: Transport Dimensions
Specifications Transport Dimensions WIDTH WITH PACKERS RETRACTED (See Specifications) OPENERS RETRACTED CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 26 Specifications Notes December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 27: Checklist
Section 3: Checklist Checklist Section Contents Section 3: Checklist Manuals ..........................3-2 Parts Manual ......................3-2 Assembly Manual .......................3-2 Checklist ...........................3-3 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 28: Manuals
It means: ATTENTION - BE ALERT. Your safety is involved. Manuals Note: Pre-Delivery Inspection Form must be completed and submitted to Morris Industries Warranty Void if Not Registered within 30 days of delivery date. Parts Manual Order Part Number N50162...
Page 29 See tire chart in Maintenance, Section 6. Transport Tighten wheel bolts. Check hose connections. Accumulator pressure is at 0. Ball valves are in locked position. l a i TAKE SAFETY SERIOUSLY. DO NOT TAKE NEEDLESS CHANCES!! CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 30 Checklist Notes December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 31: Introduction
Section 4: Introduction Introduction Section 4: Section Contents Introduction Introduction ........................4-2 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 32 CX 8105 Air Drill. Keep this book handy for ready reference at all times. It is the policy of Morris Industries Ltd. to improve its products whenever it is possible to do so. The Company reserves the right to make changes or add improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes on machines sold previously.
Page 33 Introduction Introduction - Continued The MORRIS CX 8105 is a 105 bushel two tank cart, with a 43:57 ratio tank split. The CX 8105 can be equipped with an optional 10 bushel third tank for use with small seeds. The high clearance frame gives easy access to the metering wheels and the easiest cleanout in the industry.
Page 34 Introduction Notes December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 35: Operation
Unloading Tanks ......................5-18 Rate Charts ........................5-19 Spacing Sprocket ......................5-19 Rate Chart Use ......................5-20 Extra Low Rates ......................5-21 Extra High Rates ......................5-21 Fertilizer Rate Chart ....................5-22 Seed Rate Chart ......................5-23 Slow Speed Seed Rate Chart ..................5-24 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 36 Fan Setting ........................5-49 Product Application ......................5-49 Adjustments and Operational Checks .................5-50 Checking Seed Flow ....................5-50 Moisture Alert ......................5-50 Air Leaks ........................5-50 Tank Low in Product .....................5-50 Monitor ........................5-51 General Field Operation ....................5-51 Clutch Switches ......................5-51 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 37: Application
Each opener moves independently of the frame and each other to follow every contour of the land closely. The unique design of the opener allows the Morris CX 8105 to be used in a variety of seeding applications from conventional to zero till applications. Tractor Tires •...
Page 38: Hitching
• Lock safety hook onto chain. Note: Provide only enough slack in chain to permit turning. Caution Dirt in the hydraulic system could damage O-rings, causing leakage, pressure loss and total system failure. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 39 Connect the black wires to the negative (-) terminal of the battery. CLUTCH SWITCH LOCATED IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO OPERATOR FOR EASY ACCESS. PRESSURE GAUGE CASE DRAIN MONITOR LOCATED IN EASILY VIEWED AREA. Hydraulic Coupling on Tractor CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 40: Unhitching From Tractor
• Disconnect the VRT controller and monitor cables. • Disconnect the hydraulic hoses. • Remove the safety chain. • Remove the drawbar pin. • Slowly move tractor away from cultivator. OPERATING VALVE PRESSURE GAUGE December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 41: Transport
Operation Transport Observe all applicable safety precautions under transport heading in Safety, Section 1. MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD. WILL NOT BE • Refer to Specifications, Section 2, for weight, RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OR transport height, and width. OPERATOR INJURY RESULTING FROM NON- •...
Page 42: Transport To Field Position
- wings may fall rapidly causing injury or death. Fully Retract Wings to WING LOCK Lower Wings free Wing Locks before DISENGAGED lowering Wings. WING LOCK ENGAGED December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 43: Transport To Field Position - Continued
Reducing Valve. • Place wing lift hydraulics into neutral position. Note: Opener operating pressure must be greater than the Meter Drive Wheel. Openers Meter Drive Wheel Pressure 300 psi (2068 kPa) Meter Drive Wheel CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 44: Field To Transport Position
• Put tractor remote in “float” position. • Let openers drop and pressure go to 0 psi (or near 0 psi) on gauge. PRESSURE GAUGE • Lift openers to transport position and lock “Openers” valve. 5-10 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 45: Field To Transport Position - Continued
• Raise and lock openers in transport position as outlined on previous page. • Operate the wing lift hydraulics to raise the wings fully into transport position, this will raise the Meter Drive Wheel into transport postion. Meter Drive Wheel CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-11...
Page 46: Metering System
10 Outlet 9 Outlet 8 Outlet 7 Outlet Metering Wheel Metering Wheel Metering Wheel Metering Wheel Metering Wheel with 1/8" spacers. with 1/4" spacers. with 3/8" spacers. with 1/2" spacers. with 5/8" spacers. 5-12 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 47: Secondary Hose Installation
The supplier advised MORRIS that WD-40 or any The longest hoses have to be in the centre of the other lubricant (i.e. liquid detergent) will have a divider head.
Page 48: Seed Plate Sizes
(FINE, MEDIUM, or COARSE) on the back 46-0-0 Fertilizer as indicated. 34-17-0 Fertilizer 20.5-0-0-24 Fertilizer Beans Peas Soybeans Sunflowers 0-0-60 Fertilizer Coarse 0-45-0 Fertilizer 10-46-0-0 Fertilizer 11-51-0 Fertilizer Fertilizers containing Sulphur and/or Potash 5-14 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 49: Seed Plate Installation
Important Seed Plate Position Once “J” bolt wing nuts are tightened, indents in the side plates should just be visible in the slotted area of the hook. “J” BOLT SEED PLATE LOCK CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-15...
Page 50: Bin Level Adjustment
- Lower postion for fine seeds. BIN LEVEL SENSOR Filling Tank The Morris 8105 Air Cart is equipped with 2 tanks. The front tank is for seed and the rear tank is for fertilizer. The Warning optional third tank is for use with small seeds. However, ALL tanks can be used for the same product.
Page 51 Tank Screen to filter debris Important Do not exceed 10 mph (16 kph) in field operation. SEED PLATE STORAGE Note: Only the two tank version has storage under walkway. Walkway Storage CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-17...
Page 52: Unloading Tanks
AUGER Danger Keep all shields in place. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from auger intake, failure to do so will result in serious injury or death. 5-18 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 53: Rate Charts
The rate charts and drive rates are all based upon 12” spacing - 20 tooth sprocket. Note: Due to ratios of spacing the value may not be a whole number and should be rounded to nearest value. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-19...
Page 54: Rate Chart Use
35 TOOTH HIGH RATE 15 TOOTH 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220 230 240 250 260 270 280 290 300 310 METER SHAFT RATE (LBS/ACRE) SPROCKET 5-20 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 55: Extra Low Rates
15 Tooth 45 Tooth 18 Tooth metershaft sprocket is changed from the standard 25 tooth to a 15 tooth. Use the method described under EXTRA LOW RATES to determine the required metering rate. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-21...
Page 56: Fertilizer Rate Chart
12 TOOTH MIN. SEE PROCEDURE DESCRIBED IN THE OPERATORS MANUAL 33 TOOTH MAX. 35 TOOTH TO OBTAIN A PRECISE RATE. 12 TOOTH MIN. 45 TOOTH MAX. 15 TOOTH 18 TOOTH MIN. N36023 5-22 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 57: Seed Rate Chart
12 TOOTH MIN. SEE PROCEDURE DESCRIBED IN THE OPERATORS MANUAL 33 TOOTH MAX. 35 TOOTH TO OBTAIN A PRECISE RATE. 12 TOOTH MIN. 45 TOOTH MAX. 15 TOOTH 18 TOOTH MIN. N36022 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-23...
Page 58: Slow Speed Seed Rate Chart
Operation Rate Charts - Continued Slow Speed Seed Rate Chart 5-24 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 59: Rate Calibration
RATE CHECK BOX number of turns. FLAPPER VALVE LEVER Bottom Pipe Calibration Clean-Out Pipe COLLECTOR N36265 Important COLLECTOR Flapper Valves must be set to BOTTOM WING NUT “CALIBRATION” Double Shoot Shown CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-25...
Page 60 Prime metering wheels before taking actual sample. Note: Only the two tank version has storage under Remember to subtract the weight of the rate walkway. check box from the total sample weight. 5-26 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 61: Seeding Fine Seeds (Canola, Mustard, Etc.)
Note: If the seed is not dried then the seed will have a tendency to bridge and not meter into the Calibration must be done after the seed is dried, air stream. otherwise the calibration will be incorrect. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-27...
Page 62: Hydraulic Fan Drive
CASE DRAIN Hydraulic Coupling on Tractor 5-28 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 63: Fan Speed Recommendations
> 350 lbs/acre 5250 - 5500 RPM 5150 - 5400 RPM > 392 kg/ha Note: Fan Speeds given are when applying product. It is normal for fan speed to drop when not applying product. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-29...
Page 64: Double Shoot Settings
(200 kg/ha) (45 kg/ha) Lower - Top Damper Closed Pipes - Bottom Damper Open Single Shoot Upper - Top Damper Open Pipes - Bottom Damper Closed Note: See “Fan Speeds” for Fan RPM. 5-30 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 65: Collector Valve Settings
Product tightening the setscrew. blowing out of the system could cause personal injury. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-31...
Page 66: Opener Operation
450 psi (3102 kPa) 1200 psi (8274 kPa) * Maximum system hydraulic pressure is 1200 psi or 4 times the pre-charge pressure, whichever is the lower number. PRESSURE OPERATING ADJUSTMENT VALVE ACCUMULATOR 5-32 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 67: Setting Maximum System Pressure (Trip Out Force)
Note: Operate system at the lowest system pressure that will keep shanks locked vertical during Valve Locations seeding and provide adequate packing pressure. Excessive hydraulic pressure may disturb rocks and damage carbides. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-33...
Page 68: Relieve System Pressure
Valve Locations Note: Under “Normal Operation” the valve block will maintain the set system pressure in the accumulator when openers are raised. PRESSURE GAUGE 5-34 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 69: Pressure Adjustment (On The Go)
“Operating” valve can be turned in a few turns to reduce bleed- off speed. To increase operating pressure: • Operate tractor hydraulic lever to increase pressure to desired operating point. PRESSURE GAUGE CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-35...
Page 70: Depth Adjustment
"System" valve in service position and relieve pressure from hydraulic system. Shut tractor off and remove key before servicing or adjusting depth. Place "Openers" valve in locked position before adjusting depth or transporting. S44446 5-36 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 71 • Move the “Openers” ball valve to the unlocked position before using drill. ADJUSTMENT CAM LYNCH PIN Adjustment Cam CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-37...
Page 72: Work Switch
OFF quicker. Important Cover Ensure metering clutch is turned OFF when moving unit to prevent damage to metering wheels in the event pressure switch is in ON position. Adjustment Screw 5-38 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 73: Quick Tips
(the display pressure won’t drop all the 167 lbs = 75.75 kg way to zero). When transporting the drill, lift the openers and ensure that the display pressure goes down to zero. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-39...
Page 74: Setting The Seed Depth
Morris Industries shall have no obligation or liability of any kind on account of the end-user incorrectly using this opener.
Page 75: Air Drill Frame
Hydraulic system must be bled after it has been serviced (if any portion of the system has been opened to atmosphere). See “Bleeding Hydraulic System” in Maintenance Section. ACCUMULATOR CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-41...
Page 76: Wing Lift Hydraulics
Note: When raising or lowering wings, do so in one continuous motion until fully up or down. Do not stop flow part way allowing wings to fold on their own. This may disrupt the sequence of operation. 5-42 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 77: Opener Hydraulics
The oil returning from the gland side of the cylinders flows to the opener ball valve into port “E” of the valve block and out of port “B” back to the tractor. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-43...
Page 78 Oil is also felt on the line that operates the directional lock out valve. This causes the directional lock out valve to close preventing the oil in the accumulator from returning back to the tractor. The directional lock out valve maintains the pressure in the accumulator in this position. 5-44 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 79 The oil returning from the gland side of the cylinders flows to the opener ball valve into port “E” of the valve block and out of port “B” back to the tractor. Note: If the tractor valve has leakage the system pressure will continue to drop during operation. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-45...
Page 80 Oil is also felt on the line that operates the directional lock out valve. This causes the directional lock out valve to close preventing the oil in the accumulator from returning back to the tractor. The directional lock out valve maintains the pressure in the accumulator in this position. 5-46 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 81 If the pressure reduction is too great the operator will have to pressure the system up to the desired pressure. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-47...
Page 82: General Guidelines
Operation General Guidelines The results obtained from the Morris Contour Drill are directly related to the depth uniformity of the unit. Worn points, uneven tire pressures, and bent shanks must be avoided to obtain optimum field results. • Operating depth should be uniform at all opener locations, when spot checking the implement in the field.
Page 83: Turning
Forward travel should be equal to half the width of the seeding tool. [i.e. for a 40 ft (14 m) wide seeding tool the forward travel should be a minimum of 20 feet (7 m).] CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-49...
Page 84: Adjustments And Operational Checks
• Refill tank before metering wheels are exposed. When the slidders are closed product will still be metered until the wheels empty. • The metering wheels must be completely covered to avoid unseeded strips. 5-50 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 85: Monitor
• Controls the main clutch which engages and disengages the ground drive. Auxiliary • Controls the optional second clutch. Granular METERING SYSTEM • Controls a secondary auxiliary clutch CLUTCH SWITCH Clutch Switch Console CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-51...
Page 86: December 2016 Cx 8105 - Ground Drive
Operation Notes 5-52 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 87 The Menu Soft Key Descriptions ................6-15 Changing Monitor Settings ..................6-16 Entering the “Settings Menu”..................6-16 Settings Menu Chart - Standard Drive ................6-17 Wheel Pulses Per 400 Feet (PP400) Standard Drive ..........6-18 PP400 Math Calculation ..................6-18 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 88 Area Display ........................6-26 Resetting Area ......................6-26 Sensor Replacement ......................6-27 Sensor Gap Settings ......................6-28 Reed Switch Sensors ....................6-28 Variable Reluctance Sensors ...................6-28 Trouble Shooting Guide ....................6-29 Checking Harness ....................6-29 Checking Sensors ....................6-29 Checking Blockage System ..................6-29 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 89: Monitor
Two cables exit the rear of the monitor. There is a two wire power cable that connects to the tractor power supply. The other is a three wire cable that brings power and communications to the remote sensors through the CLUTCH SWITCHES main harness. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 90: Identifying Monitor Switches
2 - SECTION display sections. ACTIVE ALARM BIN LEVEL WINDOW ICON WINDOW Pressing soft key under “Enlarge” will switch SOFT KEY the screen to the enlarged display section. LABEL WINDOWS December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 91: Operating Screen
The function of the soft keys change depending on the screen being viewed. On Operating Screen, MENU can be accessed with left soft key or bottom display ENLARGED. Operating Screen with Alarm CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 92: Navigating The Operating Screen
Shaft 2 RPM. Note: If the DOWN key were pressed in step 1 to enter into this mode, the title of the menu would be “Bottom Display Section” and the bottom display would be changed. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 93: Enlarged Operating Screen
In Enlarged mode, the UP and DOWN keys allow changing function displayed on screen. Press soft key under ENLARGE to enlarge bottom section. Pressing soft key under SMALLER will switch the screen back to the two - display sections. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 94: Installing Monitor
• Program monitor as described in System Installation and Monitor Programming Sections. CLUTCH SWITCH LOCATED IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO OPERATOR FOR EASY ACCESS. MONITOR LOCATED IN EASILY VIEWED AREA. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 95: Startup
When the unit is turned on, the following display sequence takes place: Version Number • MORRIS is briefly displayed along with the Version number of the monitor software. This number should be included with any reports of faulty or unexpected system operation.
Page 96: Startup Menu Screen
3) Default Settings – this is used to restore all of the menu parameters to the factory configuration. 4) Learn New System and Default Settings – this performs the actions of number 2 and number 3 above. System Startup Screen 6-10 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 97: Sensor Installation
Optical Sensors - the blockage modules have to be unplugged from the harness before sensor installation can be performed and are connected like the other sensors requested by the monitor during sensor installation. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-11...
Page 98: Installation Procedure
3. The display will indicate to install the speed sensor indicating that the ground speed sensor may now be connected. Connect the ground speed sensor. The monitor will give a double beep when it acknowledges the sensor. Continued on next page. 6-12 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 99 SELECT key to return to the main “Startup Menu”. To verify the installation, turn the monitor off, then turn it on again. The monitor will now proceed to the “Operating” screen. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-13...
Page 100: Monitor Settings
• If Cancel is pressed, the menu exits without saving anything and reverts back to the previous menu that was displayed. SCROLL BAR MENU OBJECTS 6-14 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 101: The Menu Soft Key Descriptions
The use of “Restore Default Settings” restores is actually the last item in the list. ALL of the menu parameters to the factory configuration. (i.e. Implement width, Pulses Per Rev, Wheel Pulses Per 400 Feet, etc.) CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-15...
Page 102: Changing Monitor Settings
Note: When the operator is in any of the “Settings Menu” modes, the monitor will not generate normal monitor alarms (i.e. low fan speed, shaft speed and so on). 6-16 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 103: Settings Menu Chart - Standard Drive
Restore Default Settings ______ Resets ALL Monitor Settings to defaults Note: Only setting parameters that are relevant are displayed (i.e. if no Shaft 3 is installed, there will not be any Shaft 3 setting parameters made available). CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-17...
Page 104: Wheel Pulses Per 400 Feet (Pp400) Standard Drive
Note: This should be checked under normal field conditions with tanks half full. To start the Pulse Counting Mode: 1. Measure and mark out 400 feet (121.92 m). 121.9 m 6-18 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 105: Speed Calibration - Continued
50 to 9999. Therefore, if the new count is less than 50, the existing count is not replaced. The monitor will state “Pulses Too Low” and display options to “Continue Driving” or “Cancel Calibration”. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-19...
Page 106: Alarms
0. This will eliminate any nuisance returning to higher application rates. alarms caused by an inactive shaft. Also the corresponding bin should be “Disabled” to eliminate any nuisance alarms caused by an empty bin. 6-20 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 107: In Motion" Notification
“automatic acknowledge” takes place, resulting in the beeper being silenced and the resumption of normal display with “Fan Low RPM” flashing in the alarm window. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-21...
Page 108: Blockage Sensing
Refer to “Monitor Settings”. Individual Runs Setup Optical Sensors Only Runs can be enabled/disabled individually. This feature is useful for turning off runs that are not in use. Refer to “Monitor Settings”. 6-22 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 109: Blockage Module Test
Use the Up/Down keys to highlight “Exit and Save” press the SELECT key to save the changes and return to the “Settings Menu”. At any time during this test, CANCEL may be pressed to exit the “Blockage Module Test”. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-23...
Page 110: Blockage Calibration
At any time during this test, CANCEL may be pressed to exit the “Blockage Calibration” leaving the sensors uncalibrated. Important CALIBRATION must be done each time the seeding rate or the seed type is changed. 6-24 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 111: Optical Blockage Run Bad Alarms
The alarms can be silenced with the OK soft key.· Note: If this alarm is active when the “In Motion” condition becomes FALSE, this alarm is suspended until the “In Motion” condition becomes TRUE. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-25...
Page 112: Area Display
• Use the Up/Down keys to highlight “Exit and Save” press the SELECT key to save the changes and return to the “Settings Menu”. Note: Field area will not be reset to zero when total area is reset. 6-26 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 113: Sensor Replacement
7. Use the Up/Down keys to highlight “Exit” press the SELECT key to return to the “Settings Menu”. Note: Sensors can also be added or removed from the system in the same manner by slecting the choice from step 2. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-27...
Page 114: Sensor Gap Settings
Target to sensor gap is critical with these sensors. A gap of .030 inch (0.76 mm) is recommended. Reluctance Sensor .030" Gap 0.76 mm Reluctance Sensor Bolt/Nut on Plate in Fan 6-28 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 115: Trouble Shooting Guide
Pin sensors make sure there is no buildup of material on the pins. Remove material buildup with a knife and gently scraping away the material buildup. Make sure sensor wires are not damaged. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 6-29...
Page 116 Monitor Notes 6-30 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 117 Seed Plate Adjustment ..................... 7-20 Blank Off Installation ....................7-21 Opener Maintenance ...................... 7-22 Bushing Replacement ....................7-22 Cylinder Replacement ....................7-22 Shank Replacement ....................7-23 Opener Body Assembly.................... 7-24 Opener Assembly ..................... 7-26 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 118 Every Six Months or 50,000 Miles ................7-42 Greasing the Slack Adjuster ..................7-42 Slack Adjuster Function Test ..................7-44 T roubleshooting ......................7-44 FF2 Full Function Valve Fitting General Installation Guidelines ........ 7-45 Lock Adjustment ....................... 7-46 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 119: Maintenance
• Do not feed left over treated seed to livestock, treated seed is poisonous and may cause harm to persons or livestock. Keep service area clean and dry. Wet or oily floors are slippery. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 120: Tighten Bolts
Tire replacement should be done by trained 75 lb. ft. (102 Nm) personnel using the proper equipment. 9/16 110 lb. ft. (149 Nm) 150 lb. ft. (203 Nm) 3/4 Grade 8 400 lb. ft. (542 Nm) December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 121: Daily Maintenance
• Cycle Collector Valve five times to ensure parts are free to move. COLLECTOR • Ensure drive chains are cleared of debris. BOTTOM PRIMARY HOSES • Check torque on wheel bolts. Double Shoot Shown FAN SCREEN CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 122: Lubrication
• Grease every 500 hours or seasonally, whichever occurs first. 5. Cart Wheel Hubs with Air Brakes • Make sure hubs have oil and the plug is in the hub caps. Use 80-90 gear lube. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 123 • Grease every 5,000 acres (2,000 hectares) or seasonally, whichever occurs first. 8. Wheel Hubs on Drill • Grease every 500 hours or seasonally, whichever occurs first. 9. Gauge Wheel Castor Pivot • Grease every 50 hours. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 124: Air Delivery System
Note: There must not be any air leaks from the tank. This air leakage causes air turbulence in the tank which can result in inaccurate metering rates. • Once a year check for wear of primary and secondary hoses. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 125: Tank Lid Adjustment
Adjust the lid latch bolt to obtain a force Note: This bolt should be loose enough greater than 65 lbs (29 kg) to open the lid. to allow lid to float in the slot. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 126 • Lid cam lock uses a 2-position bushing initial setting is on the small diameter. If additional force is required flip both bushings to the larger diameter side. 2 Position Bushing Lock Lid Latch 7-10 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 127: Air Leak Check
• Remove the blank off plates before using the Air Cart. Once the pressure test is complete, check the following areas for air leaks: 11. Couplers between seeder and cultivator. 12. Access doors on divider heads. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-11...
Page 128: Fan
Note: Be sure to remove fan cover prior to starting reduce the life of the fan components. fan. Serious damage could result to the fan. 7-12 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 129: Impeller Clearance
To optimize the Air Cart air system on single shoot units the difference in length between the longest primary hose and the shortest primary hose should not exceed six feet. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-13...
Page 130: Hydraulic Orbit Motor
• Fill the motor case with “clean” oil before running. Note: Any time a motor is replaced the case must be filled with oil before it is started, if not, a bearing failure could occur. 7-14 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 131: Tie Rod - Tow Between
Maintenance Tie Rod - Tow Between • Check at 10 and 50 hours and periodically afterwards. • Torque to 450 ft. lbs. (610 Nm). 450 FT. LBS CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-15...
Page 132: Metering
Tighten down to pull end plate and FLAT WASHER remove. FLAT WASHER LOCKNUT REMOVE BOLTS MONITOR SENSOR METER SHAFT END PLATE INSTALL BOLTS HERE TO REMOVE END PLATE SEED PLATE LOCK 7-16 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 133 • Reinstall Stainless Steel Blank Off plates. See “Blank Off Installation” for more details. • Reinstall right hand side meter shaft bearing and spacers. • Reinstall left hand side meter shaft bearing and spacers. SEED PLATE LOCK CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-17...
Page 134 Maintenance Metering - Continued 7-18 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 135 Metering - Continued CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-19...
Page 136: Seed Plate Adjustment
• Install meter shaft assembly, snap ring end first into meter body. • Install ‘O’ Ring onto meter shaft end plate. Note: Apply thin layer of lubricant on ‘O’ Ring. NUT & FLAT WASHER Seed Plate Adjustment 7-20 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 137: Blank Off Installation
• Tighten capscrews starting with the left screw when facing body. Blank Off Installation Procedure Correctly Installed Blank Off Incorrectly Installed Blank Off CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-21...
Page 138: Opener Maintenance
• Remove the cylinder. Repair or replace cylinder as necessary. Reverse the above procedure to reassemble trip. Note: Bleed air from hydraulic circuit before using unit. Refer to “Bleeding Hydraulic System” for details. PRESSURE GAUGE 7-22 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 139: Shank Replacement
"System" valve in service position and relieve pressure from hydraulic system. Shut tractor off and remove key before servicing or adjusting depth. Place "Openers" valve in locked position before adjusting depth or transporting. S44446 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-23...
Page 140: Opener Body Assembly
Maintenance Opener Maintenance - Continued Opener Body Assembly 7-24 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 141 Hydraulic system must be bled after it has been serviced (if any portion of the system has been opened to atmosphere) CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-25...
Page 142: Opener Assembly
Maintenance Opener Maintenance - Continued Opener Assembly 7-26 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 143 Turn “Operating” valve out to “Bleed Off/Service” position and remove all pressure from hydraulic systems before attempting any service work on hydraulic components. Hydraulic system must be bled after it has been serviced (if any portion of the system has been opened to atmosphere) CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-27...
Page 144 S27987 Center Lock Flange Lock Nut - 3/8 ................... S42865 Single Shoot Boot ......................S45464 Wear Shank W/Carbide ..................... S49538 Single Shoot Knife Kit (Contains Items 1, 3, 4 and 5) ............7-28 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 145 Wear Shank W/Carbide ..................... S47337 3” Wear Shovel ......................... S49540 Single Shoot 3” Spreader Kit (Includes Items 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 9) ......... S31980 Carriage Bolt - 3/8 x 1-3/4 Lg .................... CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-29...
Page 146 Carbide Wear Tail ....................... S49539 Paired Row Shovel Kit (Includes Items 1, 2, 5, 6, 9, 10, and 13) ........S46181 Kit - Mud Guards (Includes Items 4, 7, 8, and 12) 7-30 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 147 Injector Tube - 1/8 OD - See NH3 Kit Supplier for Tube ............. S48814 Compression Fitting - 1/8 x 1/8 ..................S56550 IP Paired Row Boot Kit (Contains Items 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5) ............. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-31...
Page 148 Injector Tube - 1/8 OD - See NH3 Kit Supplier for Tube ............. S48814 Compression Fitting - 1/8 x 1/8 ..................S56551 IP Left Sideband Boot Kit (Contains Items 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5) ..........7-32 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 149 Injector Tube - 1/8 OD - See NH3 Kit Supplier for Tube ............. S48814 Compression Fitting - 1/8 x 1/8 ..................S56552 IP Right Sideband Boot Kit (Contains Items 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5) ..........CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-33...
Page 150 Side Band Left Kit (Includes Items 1, 2, 5, 6, 9, 12, and 13) ..........S55275 Side Band Left Kit (Includes Items 1, 2, 5, 6A, 9, 12, and 13) S46181 Kit - Mud Guards (Includes Items 4, 7, 8, and 11) 7-34 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 151 Side Band Right Kit(Includes Items 1, 2, 5, 6, 9, 12, and 13) ..........S55274 Side Band Right Kit(Includes Items 1, 2, 5, 6A, 9, 12, and 13) ......... S46181 Kit - Mud Guards (Includes Items 4, 7, 8, and 11) CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-35...
Page 152: Bleeding Hydraulic System
Hydraulic system must be bled after it has been serviced (if any portion of the system has been opened to atmosphere) 7-36 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 153: Hydraulic System Trouble Shooting
Only check for leaky cylinders if accumulator system pressure drops rapidly during operation or openers drop rapidly from transport in a short period of time. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-37...
Page 154: Hydraulics
• Relieve pressure on hydraulic system before servicing or disconnecting hoses. • Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for leaks. Use wood or cardboard instead of hands. • Keep all components in good repair. 7-38 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 155: Wheel Bearings
• Pack grease inside the dust cap and tap into position. Important Check wheel bearings for play every 5,000 acres (2,000 hectares) or yearly, which ever occurs first. Tighten as required. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-39...
Page 156: Contour Opener Hub
Packer Arm Sub-Assy ....................... W-476 Flat Washer - 3/4 ......................W-479 Hex Bolt - 3/8 x 2 1/4 Lg ....................W-529 Cotter Pin - 1/8 x 1 Lg....................... W-4187 Bearing Cone ........................7-40 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 157: Wheel Bearing Adjustment
7. Install the outer spindle nut. Using a torque wrench, tighten this nut to 250-300 ft. lbs. Resulting end play should be .001” - .005” . Note: If end play is not .001” - .005”, disassemble and repeat this procedure. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-41...
Page 158: Air Brake Maintenance
3. Lubriplate Aero is the grease used in the manufacture of Gunite slack adjusters. It is recommended for use in temperatures as low as -40 degrees F (-40 degrees C). Figure 2 - Grease Relief 7-42 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 159 3/8” , a dragging brake can occur. Check to see that the manual adjustment procedure was followed correctly. Manually readjust the brake following the procedure on this page. Figure 4 - Free Stroke CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-43...
Page 160: Slack Adjuster Function Test
6-10. quick connect clevis, worn clevis bushings and clevis pins. Repair as necessary and repeat the function test. 5. Readjust the brake after the function test. 7-44 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 161: Ff2 Full Function Valve Fitting General Installation Guidelines
6. When the last thread or hex of a fitting is flush with the surface, the fitting has been installed past the point required to seal. Do not install the fitting farther! Max Torque (in-lbs) 1/4”NPTF - 120 3/8”NPTF - 180 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 7-45...
Page 162 Maintenance Notes 7-46 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 163: Storage
Section 8: Storage Storage Section 8: Section Contents Storage Preparing for Storage ......................8-2 Metering Body Storage .....................8-3 Wing Lift Cylinder Shaft Protection ...................8-4 Removing From Storage ....................8-5 Monitor ........................8-5 Auger/Conveyor ......................8-5 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 164: Preparing For Storage
• Cover tires with canvas to protect them from the elements when stored outside. • Coat exposed wing lift cylinder shafts (Refer to Wing Lift Cylinder Shaft Protection). • Paint any surfaces that have become worn. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 165: Metering Body Storage
Flapper Valve Lever Important At no time should corrosive fertilizer or similar materials be allowed to remain in the tank or metering body cavity. Collector Bottom Wing Nut Double Shoot Shown CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 166: Wing Lift Cylinder Shaft Protection
Under no circumstances should sandpaper or other abrasive be used to clean the surfaces. Plastic or copper wool in combination with an appropriate solvent will remove most of the dirt. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 167: Removing From Storage
See Monitor Section for more details. Auger/Conveyor Inspect all augers/conveyors used in handling the products for seeding. Run augers to clean out any debris inside auger so it does not get transferred to the tank. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 168 Storage Notes December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 169: Troubleshooting
Oil accumulation......................9-9 Accumulator system pressure drop excessive.............9-10 Openers won’t lift or lower....................9-10 Openers can not be fully pressurized................9-10 Shanks hang back and trip out during normal operation..........9-10 CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 170: T Roubleshooting
Openers drop quickly after transport lock valve is closed..........9-10 Opener pressure drops quickly during normal operation..........9-11 Excessive seed depth and soil throw................9-11 Openers not fully lifting to transport position..............9-11 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 171: Air Delivery
Adjust as required. See “Seed Plate Settings” . Material not being divided in Head partially blocked. distribution head Remove blockage and reinstall hose. Kinked hose running to shank. Straighten or replace hose. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 172: Material Not Being Divided In Distribution Head
Material caked up in tank. Remove material and completely clean out the tank. Excessively wet material in tank. Remove wet material and use reasonably dry Coupler bolt sheared. material. Replace with Grade 8 bolt. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 173: Material Not Being Accurately Metered Out Of The Metering Body
See Operation Section. Collector Valves set incorrectly on Double Shoot machines. Adjust lids and doors as necessary. Air Leak in System. Replace damaged seals. See Maintenance Section. Reconnect hose to meterbody/plenum. Meterbody pressurization hose disconnected. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 174: Plugged Seed Boots
Worn openers or sweeps. Replace openers. Severely bent or damaged boots. Straighten or replace as required. Excessively wet conditions. Change openers, operate when drier. Opener Adjustment. See “Opener Adjustment” in Operation Section. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 175: Monitor
No display, no back light Switched off Switch unit on. Poor power connections at the Ensure good connections. battery. Battery below 8 volts. Check battery voltage. Temperature below -10C or Operate between -10C and +40C. above +40C. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 176: Bin Indicates Always Empty
B l o c k e d l i g h t b e a m o n Remove object blocking the beam. photoelectric sensor. Wire shorted to ground Repair or replace wire. Faulty sensor. Replace Sensor. December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 177: Seed Unit
Internal cylinder leak. Repair cylinder. Damaged seal. Replace seals. Oil accumulation. Loose fittings. Tighten hose and pipe connections. Scored cylinder shaft will damage Replace. shaft seal. Normal. Slight seepage from seal is normal. CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016...
Page 178: Accumulator System Pressure Drop Excessive
Depth setting too deep. Reduce opener seeding depth. Openers drop quickly after transport lock valve is closed. Hydraulic line, fitting or cylinder leak. Locate leaking line, fitting or cylinder and repair or replace. 9-10 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 179: Excessive Seed Depth And Soil Throw
Parallel link pivot bolts too tight. Loosen pivot bolts in small increments until all openers will drop quickly from raised position under their own weight (put tractor remote in float to allow openers to drop). CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 9-11...
Page 180 T roubleshooting Correction Problem Cause 9-12 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive...
Page 182 Fax: 306-933-8626 It is the policy of Morris Industries Ltd. to improve its products whenever it is possible to do so. Morris Industries reserves the right to make changes or add improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes on machines sold previously.

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