Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Hard Hose Drag Reel We would like to thank you for purchasing your new Cadman Hard Hose Drag Reel. You have purchased a product of superior quality that will serve your needs for a long time provided you follow this manual and safety procedures.
(3) years. • The polyethylene hose used on CADMAN HARD HOSE DRAG REELS will be warranted for a period of five (5) years from the date of delivery, on a pro-rata basis.
TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M When Applying Liquid Manure Environmental concerns seem to be driving legislative agendas in many agricultural areas across the continent. Current and pending laws in many agricultural regions of North America are changing the ways in which the agricultural community is expected to manage their liquid animal waste products.
Please take the time to read and understand this manual so that unnecessary errors and risks are avoided. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Cadman Power Equipment Ltd. or your local dealer/distributor. • DO NOT move or operate this machine until you have read OPERATOR NOTE and understand these instructions in this manual.
• keep all safety decals legible (remove dirt or debris) • replace any damaged or illegible decals • replace any missing decals • if applicable, include the current safety decal specified by Cadman Power Equipment Limited on any components installed during repair Figure 2 - Replace Decal img-00131.png...
1. Divide your field into the least number of sections to obtain complete coverage. If the area you plan to cover is larger than the maximum area that your Cadman Hard Hose Drag Reel will cover (see chart below), you will need to have at least two (2) sections.
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TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M You MUST leave a MINIMUM of 50 ft (15.25 m) of hose at the rear of the machine at all times. This will help reduce the risk of kinking the hose behind the reel.
Park the reel approximately 100 ft. (30.5m) from the center of the field. (Refer to Figure 3 on page 8.) Face the hose end of the machine toward the furthest corner. Keep the chassis of the machine on firm and level ground. A Cadman Hard Hose Drag Reel has a high center of gravity.
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TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Step 3 Stabilize your reel by fully extending the hydraulic stabilizer legs. Step 4 Level your machine using the tongue jack. Step 5 Connect the main supply line to your reel. Step 6 Disconnect the hydraulic hosing and unhitch your tractor. Position your tractor, (with the applicator attached) at the rear of the reel.
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TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Step 8 Connect the soft hose from your reel, using the ringlock clamp, to the hose elbow on drawbar of your tractor. Secure both tow chains. When properly set, the hose should not be stressed during operation.
TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Beginning Your Application Once you have set-up your Cadman Hard Hose Drag Reel you can start the application process. It is important to complete the following steps… Step 1 Release the brake to allow the drum to rotate during hose pull-out.
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TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Step 3 Switch the cooling system valve to the unwind position. Figure 13 - Set Valve to Unwind Position img-00128.png Step 4 Pull out the hose toward the furthest corner as laid out in your plan (refer to section “Planning Your Application”...
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Pressurizing your Cadman Hard Hose Drag Reel must be done slowly and cautiously to purge all the air from the system. Air must be purged before bringing the system up to full operating pressure.
There are a number of hose drag patterns that can be used during your application. Cadman Power Equipment Limited has found the zigzag pattern to be one of the best methods. Although we recommend this method, you are not limited to using it.
TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Finishing an Application Step 1 When you are nearing complete coverage of a section, signal the operator to shut down the pump. Start the hose blow out procedure. Continue to move the applicator through the field until flow to the applicator has stopped.
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TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Step 3 Re-install hose flag to hose end. Figure 17 - Re-install Hose Flag img-00124.png DO NOT under any circumstances rewind the hose without the flag installed. Rewinding the hose without the flag installed will cause extensive damage to your machine.
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TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Step 6 Start the retrieve cycle. Immediately check to see that the shut-off mechanism is working properly. • Manually lower the shut-off bar UNWIND from unwind position (vertical) to the rewind position (angled). / STOP •...
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TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Hydraulic System 4000M - 4500M Item Description Part Number Hydraulic Coupler Tip 40-563 Hydraulic Hose, 3/8" x 230" Lg. 40-558 SAE O-Ring Adapter 25-WHD-5315X6 Pilot Operated Check Valve 40-399 SAE O-Ring Run Tee 6 JIC x 3/8"...
TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Required Maintenance Prevention of mechanical failure is the goal of any good maintenance schedule. The secret to preventing unwanted down time is to adhere to a maintenance schedule suited to the way you use the equipment. Your maintenance schedule should include...
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Table 2 – Required Maintenance - Before Storing Lubricants Any good grade multi-purpose, waterproof grease is compatible Grease: with the greasing requirements of your Cadman Hard Hose Reel. SAE 80W or 90W gear oil. Gearbox: HYDREX AW-32 HYDRAULIC OIL (p/n 85-LUB-OILAW32)
Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Hydraulic Control Valve Adjustment The 4000M / 4500M model drag hose reels are equipped with a single hydraulic valve to control the drive system. This valve provides two (2) operating positions and is actuated by a push-rod-bell crank system driven by the shut-off bar (at the rear of the machine).
TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M Indexing System Adjustment The indexing should ONLY be checked when only the base layer of hose is remaining on the drum. The hose connection should be in the 6 o’clock position (closest to the ground). If gaps exist between the coils of the hose, set the drum brake and manually push the coils together.
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TR-MAN-4500-A Operator's Manual - 4000M 4500M When re-installing the chain, hold pressure on the idler wheel by pushing with a wrench on the inside nut. Make sure all the slack from the lower portion of the chain is taken up. Tighten the idler wheel bolt while holding pressure. Properly re-install all safety shields.
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