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  • Page 1 Application Monitor eference a n u a l...
  • Page 2 This manual is written for the FlowTrak II, which may be used for English, Metric or Turf mea sure ment. Please read the manual carefully and follow the instructions as they apply to your usage.

  • Page 3: Micro-Trak Warranty

    * Some limitations apply. See warranty statement for details. At Micro-Trak Systems, we believe a product that delivers quality and performance at a low cost is what is needed to help today’s operator and the operator of the future compete in the world mar ket.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Connecting the Control Output ..................................15 Manual Pressure Relief Valve ................................... 16 Range Adjust Valve ......................................16 Care and Maintenance ....................................... 16 FlowTrak II Console Functions ....................................17 Calibration ..........................................18-24 English/Metric Selection ....................................18 Entering Calibration Values ....................................19 Speed Cal for Radar or GPS ....................................20 Factory-loaded Calibration Values .................................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction to the FlowTrak II The FlowTrak II sprayer Monitor, like the original FlowTrak, provides a complete picture of critical spraying functions and is easy to install and operate. The system monitors and displays: BATCH MODE: NEW FEATURES When used in a batching operation or at a in the FlowTrak II include additional depot where tanks would be filled, the “Control output”...
  • Page 6 Component Parts and Assembly Hardware Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items: 5’ Hall-effect Flow Sensor Cable with threaded sensor P/N 13096 Owner’s Manual FlowTrak II Console P/N 17193 P/N 17186 Power/Speed/Flow/RH/Opt FM750 GFN Flowmeter Harness P/N 17194...

  • Page 7: Component Parts, Assembly Hardware & Optional Equipment

    Component Parts and Assembly Hardware (cont) Optional Equipment Run/Hold Sensor Kit P/N 01535 Including items below: Speed Sensor 5’ Run/Hold Sensor Cable Mounting Bracket P/N 13226 10’ Extension Cable P/N 10013 M/P 150 P/N 13206 Hardware Bag 14” Nylon cable ties (5) P/N 13251 P/N 10045 Magnets - 6...

  • Page 8: Flowtrak Ii System Overview

    FlowTrak II System Overview...

  • Page 9: Flowtrak Ii Wiring Overview

    FlowTrak II Wiring Overview FLOW TRAK - II CONSOLE...

  • Page 10: Installation

    Connect the black wire to a screw or bolt on the equipment frame. Use your test light to locate a terminal or This section explains how to connect your FlowTrak II to a wire connected to your ignition switch which is “hot” when 12-volt power source.

  • Page 11: Speed Sensor Installation

    • Speed sensor cable (Green body) • Magnets • Mounting “L” bracket • Cable ties Magnets The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are marked with a punched dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the magnet. Please read the following information about magnet See Illustration 4.

  • Page 12: Attaching Speed Sensor

    Astro 5 GPS Speed Sensor Speed Sensor Options In addition to the standard Hall-effect magnetic speed sensor, the FlowTrak II may be interfaced with a va ri ety of other speed sensing equipment. Several options are listed below. Astro GPS Speed Sensor...

  • Page 13: Mounting And Plumbing Flowmeter

    Secure cable with ties provided. See Illustration 7 and FlowTrak II Wiring Diagram on page 8. Note: Sensors with GREEN bodies can be used for either 5’ Hall-effect Flow Sensor Cable with threaded SPEED or FLOW but not for RUN/HOLD.

  • Page 14: Remote Run/Hold

    Installation (cont) Lift Wheel Mounting Remote Run/Hold (Requires Kit # 01535) Sensor (Black body) The run/hold sensor cable has a BLACK body and mates with the main har ness ca ble having a GRAY cable tie near the 3-pin 1/8” to 3/8” M/P con nec tor.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Control Output

    Installation (cont) Connecting the Control Output The “Control” output will drive a load of up to .5 ampere maximum. For higher currents, either order a Relay Kit, P/N 17200 (15 amp maximum output) or purchase a suitable relay (maximum .5 amp coil current) and connect to the CONTROL output as shown in the Illustrations below.

  • Page 16: Manual Pressure Relief Valve

    Tee “C” Tee “A” Oversized Pumps Care and Maintenance of your FlowTrak II onsole Store the console in a cool dry location if it will not be used for an extended period of time, such as during the off-season. As with any electronic equipment, use care in cleaning so that water or other liquids do not enter the case. Thoroughly flush flowmeter with clean water, install plastic shipping plugs and keep from freezing.

  • Page 17: Flowtrak Ii Console Functions

    FlowTrak II Console Func tions The FlowTrak II features a large, easy-to-read liquid crystal display, easy-to-use rotary dial and lighted panel for night use. VOLUME (1) (2) (3): AREA (1) (2) (3): Displays total gallons (liters) or lbs. (kg) Keeps a running count of the total acres of NH3 applied.

  • Page 18: Calibration

    Calibration English or Metric? Illustration 10 The FlowTrak II is capable of displaying in for ma tion in Amer i can En glish or standard Metric or Turf measurement units. The FlowTrak II is shipped from the factory programmed for English. Note that the following procedures will also load factory default calibration values.

  • Page 19: Entering Calibration Values

    Calibration (cont) Entering Calibration Values SPEED CAL: TANK VOL: This position is used to calibrate the speed If using the Tank feature, this setting can be sensor for ac cu rate used to enter the volume of the tank in gallons (liters, lbs. speed and dis tance NH3).

  • Page 20: Speed Cal For Radar Or Gps

    Calibration (cont) Speed Cal for Radar or GPS Speed Sensors See the following table for SPEED CAL numbers to enter for various radar models or GPS speed sensors. To fine tune the SPEED CAL number, see page 22. Radar or GPS Speed Sensor Calibration Radars English Cal # in.

  • Page 21: Determining Speed Calibration

    Calibration (cont) Determining the Speed Cal (Skip this section if using radar or GPS speed sensor) For the console to calculate the correct speed and measure distance accurately, the circumference of the sensor-equipped Illustration 12 wheel must be entered. Determine the circumference of the sensor-mounted wheel to the nearest tenth of an inch (tenth of a centimeter) with the fol low ing method: METHOD:...

  • Page 22: Fine Tuning Speed/Distance Cal Value

    Calibration (cont) Fine Tuning Speed/Distance Calibration Val ue PREPARATION: When the display shows distance (“CAL” is flashing), ver- i fy wheth er the number displayed is the ex act dis tance In order to achieve accurate measurements, each step in this you drove (with in +/- 1 - 2 %).

  • Page 23: Entering Target Test Speed

    Test speed is a built-in ground speed simulator for ac cu rate liquid mea sure ment. that is used in performing pre-field checks. When a typical operating speed is entered, the FlowTrak II will Every flowmeter respond as if you were actually driving that...

  • Page 24: Fine Tuning Flowmeter Calibration Value

    Calibration (cont) Fine Tuning Flowmeter Calibration Value This procedure is used to verify and fine-tune the flowmeter When the TOTAL VOLUME value is displayed, use the “+” or calibration. Every flowmeter is calibrated with water at the “-” button to adjust the value to match the amount of factory and stamped with a calibration val ue.

  • Page 25: "Special" Calibration

    “Special” Calibration Units: Choose the system of units desired. Turf units are the same as English units except Area is in The “Special” calibration mode is used to set up system AREA WIDTH thousands of square (1) (2) (3) parameters that rarely need to be changed or adjusted. To feet.

  • Page 26: Operation - "Sprayer Monitor" Mode And "Batch" Mode

    TANK HOUR ALARM TEST TARGET RATE SPEED FlowTrak II can be operated either as a sprayer monitor or SPEED RATE as a batch counter for filling tanks. (See Special Calibration HOLD RESET Section.) Make sure your system is properly calibrated before beginning Turn rotary dial to display desired readout.

  • Page 27: Data Description

    Operation Operation in the B atch To operate in the Tank FILL mode, select the FILL control mode, see Special Calibration. Make sure your system is properly calibrated before beginning to monitor your application. 1 2 3 CONSOLE POWER/SYSTEM ON/OFF: The system can be turned ON and OFF by the ignition switch.

  • Page 28: Resetting System Counters

    Resetting System Counters Not Applicable to the B atch The AREA, DISTANCE and VOLUME counters maintain a running count during operation regardless of the position of the rotary switch. When any of these counters reach their maximum capacity, or when you want to start a new CALHOLD count, the value may be reset to zero by performing the 1 2 3 4 5...

  • Page 29: Clearing Counters

    Resetting System Counters To Clear Counters When the desired counter number is displayed, press the After the “-” (RESET) button has been held for 3 seconds, “-” (RESET) button and “CLEAr” will be displayed. the “CLEAr” message will be replaced by 0.0, indicating that NOTE: holding the “-”...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Messages / Warnings This message appears when an error occurs while verifying calibration values during the power-up. Enter calibration and verify that the calibration values have not changed and exit calibration. Cycling power will not clear the bad CAL message. The message can only be cleared by entering and exiting calibration mode.

  • Page 31: General

    If you have a two-way radio, it may be mounted too close to AREA COUNT IS INACCURATE the console. Keep all FlowTrak II cables away from the radio, Working width or wheel circumference was measured its antenna and power cable.

  • Page 32: Checking Individual Components

    Troubleshooting (cont) Checking Individual Components CONSOLE MAGNETIC HALL-EFFECT SPEED AND FLOW SENSORS The only way to field test a console is to con nect it to a Caution: Improper connection or voltage could damage the Hall-effect sensor. The Hall-effect sen sor works similar harness on a vehicle with a known working console or install it on an E-POP (Elec tron ic Point of Purchase) dis play stand.

  • Page 33: Console Inputs

    Proper plumbing is a very important factor in obtaining speed sensor (yel low tie) from the main harness. Check for optimal performance from your FlowTrak II system. The chart 12 volts between pins B (white) and C (black) of the main on the next page will help you determine what area of the harness speed cable (yellow tie).

  • Page 34: Plumbing Troubleshooting Chart

    Plumbing Troubleshooting Chart SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Loses pressure • Pump Air-lock • Clean strainer • Larger hoses Larger hoses and fittings Little or no pressure • Too much restriction in servo loop • adjustment • No sharp bends Pressure won’t go high •...

  • Page 35: Plumbing Guidelines

    Plumbing Guidelines General ’ In order for your sprayer to function properly, it must be verything ogether correctly plumbed. This section will explain the purpose Agitation 10.2 of each component, list some problems it can cause and Spray tips 12.0 recommend some possible solutions to those problems.

  • Page 36: Appendices

    Appendices...

  • Page 37: Appendix A: Optional Speed Sensor Mounting Installation

    Appendix A Optional Speed Sensor Mounting Installation Implement Wheels Speed Sensor and Bracket 1. Secure magnets mechanically or with epoxy. 2. Rigidly mount sensor mounting bracket to the wheel ¼” Bolts, assembly. Cut or bend “L” bracket as required for proper Lockwashers positioning of sensor.
  • Page 38 When distance is set, tight en nuts to lock sensor in detect ed by the Hall-effect speed sen sor must alternate as place. the shaft is turned. The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are • Secure sensor cable to frame with cable ties. Place first tie marked with a dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the as close to sensor assembly as possible.

  • Page 39: Appendix B Flowmeter Assembly

    Appendix B On a flat surface, place each housing half on end. Set and spin the turbine in each half. It should spin freely. If it does Flowmeter Assembly not spin freely, remove the turbine, wipe the shaft and try again.

  • Page 40: Appendix C: Radar "Y" Cables

    Appendix C Radar “Y” Adapter Cables In-Cab John Deere Metri-Pack Connector RADAR CONNECTOR SIGNAL PIN 8000/9000 Series DICKEY-john Ground Signal Common DICKEY-john Cannon DICKEY-john Deutsch P/N 14810 DICKEY-john Ford DICKEY-john Packard In-Cab JD (8000 & 9000’s Metri-Pack DICKEY-john Radar Amp Connector Magnavox &...

  • Page 41: Appendix D Conversion Chart

    Appendix D Conversion Chart English to Metric Metric to English When You Know Multiple By To Find When You Know Multiple By To Find LINEAR MEASUREMENT LINEAR MEASUREMENT inches 25.4 millimeters millimeters .039 inches feet 0.305 meters meters 3.28 feet yards 0.914 meters...

  • Page 42: Appendix E Replacement Parts List

    Appendix E Replacement Parts List The following replacement parts are available from your dealer or distributor. Micro-Trak Systems, Inc. P.O. Box 99, 111 East LeRay Avenue Eagle Lake, MN 56024-0099 When ordering parts, please list the model number of your console, and the description and part number of each part that you want to order.
  • Page 44 111 East LeRay Ave • Box 99 • Eagle Lake, MN 56024-0099 Toll-Free: 800-328-9613 507-257-3600 • Fax 507-257-3001 www.micro-trak.com • trakmail@micro-trak.com Copyright © 2006 Micro-Trak Systems Inc. P/N 17193 Rev. B 021918...

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