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Gallagher HR3 Instructions For Use Manual

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SHEEP AUTO DRAFTER
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  • Page 1 SHEEP AUTO DRAFTER Instructions - ENG...
  • Page 2 PUBLISHED BY Gallagher Group Limited Kahikatea Drive, Private Bag 3026 Hamilton, New Zealand www.gallagher.com Copyright© Gallagher Group Limited 201 6 . All rights reserved. Patents Pending. Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual 3E2374 - Edition 9 - May 2016 DISCLAIMER: While every effort has been made...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Table of Contents Introduction ........................5 What is the Sheep Auto Drafter? .................. 5 Benefits of using the Sheep Auto Drafter ..............8 Scenarios for use ......................9 Setting up for success ....................10 Positioning the Sheep Auto Drafter ................10 Power and compressed air requirements ..............
  • Page 4 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Index ........................... 49 Page iv...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Sheep Auto Drafter and drafting unit as well as hints to help you resolve any problems you encounter. In designing the Sheep Auto Drafter, Gallagher have continued their tradition of creating products which are functional, practical, easy to use, innovative, and in tune with the needs of the rural market.
  • Page 6 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual The different parts of the Sheep Auto Drafter are shown in the diagram below: A. Sheep Auto Drafter G. power button B. sorting unit H. E-stop button I. Entry Gate button C. drafting gate D.
  • Page 7 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Figure 2 shows how data is transferred between the different equipment attached to the Sheep Auto Drafter. Figure 2. The transfer of information between the different components connected to the Sheep Auto Drafter. Page 7...

  • Page 8: Benefits Of Using The Sheep Auto Drafter

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Benefits of using the Sheep Auto Drafter The benefits you will receive from using the Sheep Auto Drafter include the following: Save time and labour • One person can operate the Sheep Auto Drafter using a remote control. This means that you will still be in control of its operation while at a distance.

  • Page 9: Scenarios For Use

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual As the weighing and drafting processes are automated there is less chance of error. In addition, accurate weighing and drafting ensures that all stock fall into the correct groups to ensure they achieve premium prices at sale. Scenarios for use The flexible nature of the Sheep Auto Drafter allows you to carry out many activities simply and easily.

  • Page 10: Setting Up For Success

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual SETTING UP FOR SUCCESS Positioning the Sheep Auto Drafter It is recommended for best performance that the Sheep Auto Drafter is mounted on a hard, level, flat surface. Ideally, particularly for permanent installations, a concrete pad of approximately 900cm (wide) by 2600cm (length) should be laid to fit the Sheep Auto Drafter and a single sorting unit.

  • Page 11: Scales And Rfid Reader Requirements

    Scales and RFID reader requirements The Sheep Auto Drafter has been specifically designed to operate with the Gallagher SmartTSi, SmartScale 800, Weigh Scale 810 and Weigh Scale 610 scales. (Please note: Drafting by list is not available on the Weigh Scale 610 scale.) It will also operate with some other brands of weighing indicators - your...

  • Page 12: Recommendations For The Construction And Use Of Surrounding Yards And Races

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Recommendations for the construction and use of surrounding yards and races (adapted from "Behavioral Principles of Livestock Handling" by Temple Grandin) Race construction leading up to the Sheep Auto Drafter Sides Sheep have a wide visual field. The width is affected by the amount of wool they have on their head and ranges from 191 to 306 degrees.

  • Page 13: Moving The Sheep Auto Drafter

    Auto Drafter and that they are on the inside slot. Also, close the gates at either end. Transport poles can be purchased from your local Gallagher distributor which can be inserted into slots provided in the gate surrounds (see Figure 5). Once the poles have been inserted the Sheep Auto Drafter can be lifted and repositioned (see Figure 6).
  • Page 14 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Figure 5. Holes for insertion of transport poles. Figure 6. Lifting using the transport poles. Alternatively the Sheep Auto Drafter can be lifted mechanically, (e.g. by forklift), by inserting forks or strops under the floor, or by attaching strops to the four corners of the transport poles (nearest the end supports) and then lifting from overhead with a forklift or loader.

  • Page 15: Assembling The Sheep Auto Drafter And Sorting Unit

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual ASSEMBLING THE SHEEP AUTO DRAFTER AND SORTING UNIT Assembling the Sheep Auto Drafter The Sheep Auto Drafter should be assembled when you purchase it. All you will need to do is attach the following: air supply •...
  • Page 16 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Method The sorting unit will be assembled upside down, so place the roof upside down on the ground. Attach the two tie bars to the rear of the roof and screw them on with two Tek screws (14 gauge x 50mm).
  • Page 17 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual inside. The door pivot tubes should be inserted with the white bolt guide into the roof. Attach the floor by inserting the door pivot tubes and tie bars into the holes in the floor (the back and front tubes are different sizes - those at the drafting gate end are smaller, so make sure you have the floor around the right way).
  • Page 18 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Fasten the two air cylinders to the doors by attaching lock nuts and washers (m10 nut, 10mm flat washer) to the end of each one. Tool required: 17mm combination spanner. To find out how to attach the sorter to the Auto Drafter see Connecting the sorting unit to the Sheep Auto Drafter (p 20), under "Using the Sorting Unit"...

  • Page 19: Using The Sorting Unit

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual USING THE SORTING UNIT The sorting unit allows you to automatically separate animals into groups by: weight, using weight limits set up in the scale indicator; • reading EIDs and using drafting lists set up in the scale indicator. •...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Sorting Unit To The Sheep Auto Drafter

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Connecting the sorting unit to the Sheep Auto Drafter Method Sit the sorting unit about 150mm away from the Sheep Auto Drafter and insert the air lines through the conduit at the top of the sorting unit. Figure 8.

  • Page 21: Using The Remote Control

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Note: It is very important that there is nothing touching the Sheep Auto Drafter when it is weighing animals as this may affect its accuracy. This includes the sorting unit, so make sure you attach it correctly. Using the Remote Control The buttons to manually control the sorting unit are situated at the top of the remote control (see Figure 11).

  • Page 22: Using The Remote Control

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual USING THE REMOTE CONTROL The Sheep Auto Drafter comes with a remote control. The remote control can be operated from within a 15m radius of the unit, which allows you to carry out tasks at a distance while still maintaining control of the unit operations.
  • Page 23 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Automatic Release Mode (no user interaction) Button Button name Action Reasons for use Start Start Sheep Auto At the start of a session. Drafter operation After stopping the unit by green using the Stop button, the Gate button or the E-Stop button.

  • Page 24: How It Is Powered

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual For scenarios which include more about using the remote control refer to Using the Sheep Auto Drafter (p 32). How it is powered The remote control requires 2 alkaline AAA batteries to run (do not use rechargeable batteries).

  • Page 25: Purpose And Function Of Control Bridge Lamps (Leds) And Buttons

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual PURPOSE AND FUNCTION OF CONTROL BRIDGE LAMPS (LEDS) AND BUTTONS Lamps The Control Bridge houses a number of different lamps, both on top and around the front (above the entry gate) (see Figure 14). These are intended to give you an indication of the Sheep Auto Drafter's operational status, (i.e.
  • Page 26 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual front of switched off Drafter in stand Release Mode Control by and ready E-Stop button • Bridge for operation, depressed waiting for communication from the remote or Entry Gate button on the Control Bridge. Double flash Sheep Auto •...
  • Page 27 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Button Button Action Reasons fo use name Entry Gate Open and close the To stop the unit operation entry gate. and open the entry gate, (e.g. if you want to remove a sheep when two have got into the unit, or to let out a sheep which is jammed in the gate).

  • Page 28: Turning The Sheep Auto Drafter On

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual TURNING THE SHEEP AUTO DRAFTER How to turn the Sheep Auto Drafter on Before starting the Sheep Auto Drafter ensure that you have the following correctly attached: power • compressed air • scales (if weighing animals) •...
  • Page 29 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual • If weighing or drafting animals too, connect the RS232 cable between the reader and the scale. Note: If you are not using the Sheep Auto Drafter to read EIDs, (e.g. if it is turned off or you are just using it to manage untagged animals), keep the caps on the sockets where the antennae cables emerge.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Sheep Auto Drafter Width

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual To turn the Sheep Auto Drafter on if the E-Stop button is depressed The procedure to turn the Sheep Auto Drafter on is slightly different if the E-stop button is depressed, however it is not expected that this will be a regular occurrence.
  • Page 31 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual To adjust the Sheep Auto Drafter width Lift the side panel of the unit upwards and drop it into the appropriate slot. One side (the one which is most accessible to the operator) has locking levers.

  • Page 32: Using The Sheep Auto Drafter

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual USING THE SHEEP AUTO DRAFTER The Sheep Auto Drafter can be run in two different modes: Automatic Release Mode or Manual Release Mode. The one you select will depend on whether you want it to run independently or not. In either case if there are no animals in the unit the Sheep Auto Drafter will automatically allow animals in.
  • Page 33 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual To weigh and draft animals (draft by weight) Set up the scale indicator so it is ready to weigh animals automatically and specify the weight limits for each group. Press the green Start button on the remote control or press the Entry Gate button on the Control Bridge for 2 seconds or more.
  • Page 34 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual To read EIDs, weigh and draft by weight Set up the scale indicator so it is ready to weigh animals automatically and specify the weight limits for each group. Make sure the RFID reader is also attached.

  • Page 35: Manual Release Mode

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Manual Release Mode Use this mode when you would like to run the unit yourself. The entry gate will still open and shut automatically to let animals in and hold them in the unit, but you will be in control of when they are released and the direction they are released in.

  • Page 36: Using The Stop Button To Pause Sheep Auto Drafter Operation

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual To clear multiple animals from the Sheep Auto Drafter Occasionally multiple animals may enter the unit at the same time. In this scenario you will want to remove the extra animal(s). Press the Entry Gate button on the remote control or press the Entry Gate button on the Control Bridge.

  • Page 37: Using The E-Stop Button To Halt Sheep Auto Drafter Operation

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual the unit was weighing an animal the weight will be locked into the scale indicator before the exit gate is opened). To start operations again press either the Retain/Release , the Start button on the remote control or press the Entry Gate button on the Control Bridge.

  • Page 38: Using Without Weighing (No Scale Attached)

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual • Pressing Retain/Release will put it into Manual Release Mode. • The unit will continue operations from the point it was halted, (e.g. if you were weighing animals and an animal had just been captured then after restarting it would weigh the animal and release it).

  • Page 39: Turning The Sheep Auto Drafter Off

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual TURNING THE SHEEP AUTO DRAFTER At the end of each session you will want to turn the Sheep Auto Drafter off. To turn the Sheep Auto Drafter off Press and hold the Power button (situated on the Control Bridge - see Figure 18) down for a couple of seconds.

  • Page 40: Care And Maintenance

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual CARE AND MAINTENANCE The Sheep Auto Drafter is of robust design so that it can withstand typical farming conditions, as a result it is resilient in most situations. However following the instructions below will help you to get the best results from your unit and to avoid damaging it.

  • Page 41: Parts Replacement

    • lower gate dampers • Contact your Gallagher representative to find out where to get the parts and how to install them. Actions to avoid Generally speaking the Sheep Auto Drafter will withstand most of the conditions, and chemicals, typically encountered in the farming environment, however avoiding the following, is essential: using the Control Bridge to lift the unit, (e.g.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual TROUBLESHOOTING There are a number of steps you can take when the Sheep Auto Drafter is not operating correctly to identify and resolve the issue. General LED check. The first thing to do when you encounter an issue is to check the LED lamps on the Control Bridge.

  • Page 43: Issue Checklist And Possible Solutions

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Mode. If you press Retain/Release then it will continue in Manual Release Mode. Note: You are able to switch the Sheep Auto Drafter off using the Power button on the Control Bridge when it has a fault, but you will need to resolve the issue when you next start it up before it will operate correctly, (i.e.
  • Page 44 Gallagher representative for advice on how to repair this issue. 10 flashes Unit is unable to identify the cause of the fault. Contact your Gallagher representative for advice on how to repair this issue. Potential issues not identified by fault flash sequences:...
  • Page 45 This button must be pressed again to resume operation. There is a short in a solenoid or the cabling The unit will not operate. Contact your Gallagher representative for advice on how to repair this issue. No drafting decision made Has the scale indicator been set up correctly for drafting? •...
  • Page 46 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual EID failure to read Is it a one off failure, an occasional failure (sporadic) or a continuous failure? If it is... then... a one off failure Does the animal have a tag? Are there a lot of metal objects, (e.g. yard fences or an occasional failure •...

  • Page 47: Specifications

    3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual SPECIFICATIONS General AC Input Voltage 100 - 240V DC Input Voltage 11.5 - 15V Environmental Protection IP55 Rating Operating Temperature -15º to 60º C Dimensions Packaged Footprint Length 1850 mm 2438mm Width 820 mm 790mm Height 1550 mm...
  • Page 49 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual Power and compressed air requirements • 10 INDEX PURPOSE AND FUNCTION OF CONTROL BRIDGE LAMPS (LEDS) AND BUTTONS • 25 Actions to avoid • 41 Race construction leading up to the Sheep Adjusting the Sheep Auto Drafter width • 30 Auto Drafter •...
  • Page 50 3E2374 Sheep Auto Drafter User Manual USING THE REMOTE CONTROL • 22 Using the Sheep Auto Drafter • 19, 24, 29, 30 USING THE SHEEP AUTO DRAFTER • 32 USING THE SORTING UNIT • 19 Using the Stop button to pause Sheep Auto Drafter operation •...

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