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Reorder P/N: UC5-BC-MC01-INST Rev A (Miller Condor Monobeam) NOTICE: NORAC Systems International Inc. reserves the right to improve products and their specifications without notice and without the requirement to update products sold previously. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this...
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Contents Introduction......................1 General UC5 System Layout .................. 2 Kit Parts........................3 Pre-Install Checklist ....................7 Ultrasonic Sensor Installation................. 8 Roll Sensor Installation ..................13 Module Installation....................16 Connecting the Sensors to the CANbus ............... 20 Hydraulic Installation.................... 21 Software Setup ....................... 24...
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the NORAC UC5 Spray Height Controller. This system is manufactured with top quality components and is engineered using the latest technology to provide operating reliability unmatched for years to come. When properly used the system can provide protection from sprayer boom damage, improve sprayer efficiency, and ensure chemicals are applied correctly.
Figure 1 illustrates the general layout of the UC5 system components: Figure 1: General UC5 System Layout The use of dielectric grease is not recommended on any NORAC electrical connections. To ensure all stainless steel hardware does not gall or seize apply a light coating of the supplied Permatex Anti-seize grease to all threaded parts upon installation.
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Hydraulic Fitting Kit Details (P/N: 44865-59) Picture Item Part Number Name Quantity 106314 MALE ADAPTER - 8MB 8MOR 104590 90 DEGREE ADAPTER - 6MOR 6FORX90 44917 MALE TO MALE ADAPTER - 6MB 6MOR 104885 TEE ADAPTER - 8FORXR 8MORT 104369 PLUG - 6MBP 104884 MALE TO FEMALE ADAPTER - 6MOR 8FORX...
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Pre-Install Checklist The pre-install checklist is necessary to check the existing sprayer functionality before the installation. 1. Unfold the sprayer over a flat, unobstructed area (i.e. no power lines…etc.). 2. Ensure all boom-fold operations are functional (place a check mark in boxes below). 3.
Ultrasonic Sensor Installation Bracket Assembly Assemble the breakaway sensor bracket as illustrated in Figure 5, following the instructions below. Figure 5: Breakaway Bracket Assembly 1. Insert the sensor tube and spring into the base plate. 2. Slide the front plate onto the sensor tube. Using the bolts and nuts, tighten the front and base plates to the rear plate and onto the sprayer boom.
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Ultrasonic Sensor Serial Number Arrangement When installing the UC5 sensors, start with the smallest serial number on the left-hand side, and proceed to the largest serial number on the right hand side. Each UC5 sensor has a serial number stamped on the sensor housing.
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Ultrasonic Sensor Mounting Guidelines The following guidelines will ensure optimal sensor performance and prevent sensor measurement error. These rules should be followed for both the wing sensors and the main lift (middle) sensor. 1. In its lowest position, the sensor must be 9 inches (23 cm) or more from the ground (A). 2.
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If the sensor is mounted to this portion of the boom, the system will force the boom downwards towards the ground as the boom folds backwards. 4. Mount the NORAC UC5 ultrasonic sensor into the sensor bracket and run the sensor cable through the sensor tube.
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Main Lift Sensor Installation Figure 10: Main Lift Bracket Assembly 1. There are a variety of ways to mount the main lift bracket on most sprayers. The bracket should position the sensor approximately in the center of the sprayer, forward of the boom. 2.
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Roll Sensor Installation Bracket Assembly 1. Securely mount the roll sensors to the included roll sensor brackets using the #6 machine screw and nylon lock-nuts. 2. The orientation of the mounted roll sensor to the roll sensor bracket will depend on the bracket mounting.
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Roll Sensor Mounting Guidelines: Trapeze-Suspended Booms 1. When mounting the roll sensors, mount one to the boom frame – lowest serial number, one to boom carrier frame (intermediate frame - non-pivoting portion of the sprayer) and one to the chassis (reference frame) – highest serial number. For optimal performance, minimize the distance from the boom frame roll sensor to the pivot point (A) and minimize the vertical distance between the intermediate frame roll sensor and the pivot point (B).
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Intermediate Frame Roll Sensor Boom Frame Roll Sensor Figure 14: Intermediate and Boom Frame Roll Sensor Mounting Figure 15: Reference Frame Roll Sensor Mounting...
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Module Installation Control Module 1. Refer to Figure 2 and Figure 16. 2. Securely mount the control module (E01) inside the sprayer cab, using screws or cable ties. 3. Connect the display terminal to the control module using the display cable. This display cable must be connected to the end of the control module with only one Deutsch connector.
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Valve Module 1. Install the valve module (E02) to the top of the NORAC valve block. Orient the 6-pin Deutsch (CANbus) connectors towards the P and T ports with the label facing up. Output Number Normal Function Left Up Left Down...
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Figure 19: Valve Module Bracket Installation 5. Connect the valve module CANbus to cable C04. Route cable C02 from the other CANbus connector to the input module. 6. With the valve module securely mounted to the valve block, connect the valve cables (C10), to the valve coils.
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Input Module 1. Install the input module (E03) on the boom near the sprayer valve block. Secure it to the boom with cable ties. 2. Connect the free end of the CANbus cable (C01) from the control module to the input module.
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Connecting the Sensors to the CANbus 1. Fasten the 8-way coupler to the boom with cable ties. Route cable C04 from the valve module to the 8-way coupler (E11). 2. Connect the boom frame and intermediate frame roll sensors to the 8-way coupler. 3.
Component failure due to oil contamination is not covered under the NORAC UC5 system warranty. It is recommended that a qualified technician perform the hydraulic installation.
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Valve Block Mounting 1. Mount the valve block to the boom. 2. Insert the threaded rod into the block and use a hex nut to hold the rod. The block holes are 3/8” NC-1” deep. If bolts are used instead of the threaded rod, ensure the bolts thread in at least 3/8”.
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6. Connect one end of hoses H01 to F01. Connect the other end of H01 to fittings F02 installed on the pressure (“P”) and tank (“T”) ports on the NORAC valve block. 7. You must ensure there are no other orifices present in the circuit between the NORAC valve block and the boom cylinders.
3. Turn on the power for the display terminal using the switch on the side. 4. The procedure for the installation of the UC5 Spray Height Control system is now complete. Begin the AUTOMATIC SYSTEM SETUP procedure as described in the UC5 Spray Height...
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