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CONTROLLER HC6500 Instruction book - sw 1.2x 67021903 - Version 1.20 US - 08.2010...
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67021903 - Version 1.20 US - 08.2010 HARDI® reserves the right to make changes in design, material, or specification without notice thereof. HARDI® and other product names are registered trademarks of HARDI® Inc. in the U.S. and in other countries.
General info ..........................................1 Local poison information center ......................2 3 - Description General info ............................1 General info ..........................................1 HARDI® LookAhead ....................................... 2 Pressure based regulation (optional equipment) ..........................2 SafeTrack and IntelliTrack ....................................3 System description ..........................4 Overall description ........................................ 4 Keys ...............................5...
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Menu 2.2.6 AutoAgitation select level (not used in North America) ..................4 Menu 2.2.7 AutoAgitation fixed level (not used in North America) ..................4 Menu 2.3 VRA/Remote control ......................5 Variable Rate Application (VRA) / Remote / HARDI® AutoSectionControl ................. 5 Menu 2.4 Set clock ..........................6 How to set clock ........................................6 Menu 2.5 Alarms, Warnings and Info ....................7...
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Table of contents Menu 3.6 Track ............................12 General info ..........................................12 SafeTrack ........................................... 12 Menu 3.6.1 Track width ....................................12 Menu 3.6.2 Tractor drawbar ..................................12 Menu 3.6.3 Dead zone ..................................... 13 Menu 3.6.4 Damping ......................................13 Menu 3.6.5 Alignment offset ..................................13 Menu 3.6.6 Sensitivity .......................................
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Table of contents 13 - Testing and fine tuning Testing and fine tuning .........................1 Fine tuning the flow constant - PPU ................................1 Pin & Wire connection ...................................... 1 Testing flow transducer ..................................... 1 Testing speed transducer ....................................2 14 - Technical specifications Specifications ............................1 Specifications ..........................................
Some of the features on your HARDI® controller were suggested by growers. There is no substitute for “on farm” experience and we invite your comments and suggestions. If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI®...
€ Keep children away from the equipment. € If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI® dealer for further explanation before using the equipment. € Turn electrical power off before connecting and disconnecting the display and transducers, servicing or using a battery charger.
2 - Safety notes Local poison information center € If you live anywhere in the United States, the following toll free number will connect you to your Local Poison Information Center. PHONE NO. 1 - 800 - 222 - 1222 €...
General info General info The HARDI® Controller HC 6500 is for use in agricultural and horticultural production. The Controller permits automatic control of volume rate, tracking and operation of other features. The HC 6500 is a CAN system. This allows communication through cables that are smaller and more flexible.
3 - Description HARDI® LookAhead With LookAhead, the pressure regulation valve can predict the correct setting before the main switch goes to ON. It also improves application precision when re-starting after a tank fill. LookAhead helps farmers who have tractors with semiautomatic gearbox, meaning the “hardimatic” function does not work due to constant PTO revs.
SafeTrack and IntelliTrack SafeTrack and IntelliTrack are steering mechanisms for the HARDI® sprayers. When using a track system, sprayer stability is a common concern. Many factors influence the sprayer, and conditions where the sprayer might tip over have to be dealt with.
3 - Description System description Overall description 1. HC 6500 Terminal. 2. HC 6400 SetBox. 3. HC 6300 Grip. 4. HC 6100 Jobcom junction box. 5. Harness for the tractor. 6. Harness for the cabin. 7. Harness for the sprayer. 8.
3 - Description Keys General key description A. Preset keys: Vital information while spraying is quick and easy to access. With just one preset key press, information is shown in the lower left corner of display. Pressing the same button twice will show graphic information of the same readout on volume rate and speed.
3 - Description SetBox HC 6400 The SetBox controls secondary functions. The keys are large so even at a distance, operation can be carried out. The keys are grouped into control areas to simplify operator understanding. 1. Power ON/OFF. 2. Status diode. 3.
3 - Description Display symbols 1. The 1st Line is for status and register number. 2. The 2nd Line is for boom, foam marker and end nozzles 3. The bottom half can be set-up to show 1 or 2 and up to 5 boxes with information.
Press # to proceed into the menu. See the relevant section in the book. Press ~ and hold to exit the menu system. Extended menu This menu has been set up by your HARDI® Service center. It contains parameters that are typically set only once, normally before the Controller is used. μ...
AutoSectionControl manages the sections when driving over sprayed area like into a headland or wedge or around obstacles like trees etc. HARDI® AutoSectionControl is a small module connected to the HC 6500 and to a GPS receiver. When spraying, the HARDI® AutoSectionControl automatically records the area sprayed. In a typical situation where the headland is sprayed first, HARDI®...
4 - System setup Tractor installation Control units Find a suitable place in the tractor’s cabin to secure the control units from movement. Best recommended placement is to the right of the driver seat. The supplied bracket will fit most tractors. Threaded mounting holes may be hidden behind front corner cover.
If using a tractor with another power connector it is necessary to disassemble connector and fit it to the actual tractor connector. Use the HARDI® power cable 26013900. A 25 amp fuse is located on the positive connection. Use the HARDI® Electric distribution box (Ref. no.
Note the following if the Foot pedal remote is to be fitted. Remote ON/OFF switch has to be activated from the extended menu at installation. The HARDI® Service center does this. The speed/switch harness (A) is connected to the Controller/Terminal.
4 - System setup Initial system start-up The HC 6500 system with basic tractor equipment and sprayer control unit. 1. Terminal HC 6500. 2. SetBox HC 6400. 3. Grip HC 6300. 4. To Jobcom HC 6100 on sprayer. 5. Printer connection DB 9 COM1/COM2 port. 6.
4 - System setup Daily settings System start-up When the HC 6500 is turned on, the controller initializes itself. If the Controller is being put into operation for the very first time, it will prompt for date and time. Set clock to enable register. Refer to “Menu 2.4 Set clock” for details on setting of clock. If LookAhead is enabled in the HC 6500, it will prompt user for a nozzle choice - see section “LookAhead nozzle choice”.
4 - System setup Check LookAhead pressure regulation at speed change 1. Press ® button for pressure regulation on the HC 6400. Confirm that check mark icon appears in upper left corner of the display. 2. Go to menu [4.6 speed simulation]. Key in e.g. 6 mph and press # to use the value.
4 - System setup Check LookAhead pressure regulation at section change 1. Go to menu [4.6 speed simulation]. Key in 4 mph and press # to use the value. 2. Press ~ to leave to workscreen. 3. Press ® button for pressure regulation on the HC 6400. Confirm that check mark icon appears in upper left corner of the display.
5 - Menu 1 Daily settings Menu 1.1 Volume rate How to change the volume rate The volume rate can be changed by: 1. Setting the desired rate in the Controller. 2. Manually raising or lowering the pressure via the SetBox (HC 6400) 1.1 Volume rate 3.
5 - Menu 1 Daily settings Menu 1.2 Tank contents To change the displayed Tank contents Shortcut @ Press @ and hold until menu [1.2 Tank contents] is shown. Press ¶ or § to move the cursor in order to change the value. 1.2 Tank cont.
5 - Menu 1 Daily settings Menu 1.3 Select register Menu 1.3.1 Register readout and selection 1.3 Select register >> 1.3.1 Field 651 Register 1 to 98 can be used for individual areas. 1.3.2 Field 68 Register 99 is a tally of register trips 1 to 98. They are identified with a 1.3.3 Field 684 number and it is also possible to name them.
5 - Menu 1 Daily settings Menu 1.6 LookAhead nozzle select LookAhead nozzle selection In this menu, it is possible to select another nozzle without re-starting the controller. Do the following: 1. Go to menu [1.6 LookAhead nozzle select] then press #. 2.
6 - Menu 2 Setup Menu 2.1 Display readout General info The following menu explanations assume you have mastered the general keystrokes and you can “find your way” to the specific menu. If this is not so, please re-read section “Keys”. Menu 2.1.1 Display readout It is possible to choose which functions are shown in the 4 different boxes (A, B, C and D) of the display.
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6 - Menu 2 Setup Display text Description. [2.1.1.01 Program] Shows programmed volume rate [2.1.1.02 Flow rate] Flow rate per minute sprayed out through the boom [2.1.1.03 Time] Actual time [2.1.1.04 Work rate] Rate shown in acres per hour or hectares per hour [2.1.1.05 Volume rate] Actual rate in gallon per acre or liter per hectare [2.1.1.06 Tank contents]...
Menu 2.2.2 Foam Marker (optional) The Controller can be set to operate the HARDI® Foam marker automatically through the main ON/OFF valve. When the main ON/OFF is ON, it will automatically start the Foam marker. Furthermore, the Foam marker can be set for up and back spraying or race-track (round and round) spraying.
6 - Menu 2 Setup Menu 2.2.3 Dual line (not used in North America) This menu is not used in North America. Menu 2.2.4 HeadlandAssist setup (not used in North America) This menu is not used in North America. Menu 2.2.5 TWIN preset shift auto/man (TWIN only) This menu is to select if TWIN preset shifts automatically at main ON/OFF or manually at key press.
The external source is connected to the COM 1 or COM 2 via a 9 pin sub D connector. ± ATTENTION! The COM port may have to be set up in the extended menu. Contact your HARDI® service center. μ...
6 - Menu 2 Setup Menu 2.4 Set clock How to set clock If the Controller prompts for date and time, [Set clock to enable register]: This must be done before the Controller is put into operation for the first time, otherwise no start and stop time will be recorded in the registers.
6 - Menu 2 Setup Menu 2.5 Alarms, Warnings and Info How to set up alarms Different alarms can be set up. Choices are listed as follows. Display text Notes [2.5.01 Volume rate] Suggested setting is 10% Area spray Prog. rate [2.5.02 Tank contents] Measured in gallons ALARM...
6 - Menu 2 Setup Menu 2.6 Register names How to name the registers If desired, the registers can be given names: 1. Go into menu [2.6 Register names] 2.6.1 Register name: 2. Select the register number that should be named. 3.
7 - Menu 3 Calibration Menu 3.1 Speed calibration Menu 3.1.1 Sprayer 3.1 Speed calibration >> 3.1.1 Sprayer speed The calibration process is the same for each sensor type. In the following 3.1.2 Tractor speed example a “speed sensor on sprayer“ is used. 3.1.3 Radar speed The menu can be reached in two ways.
7 - Menu 3 Calibration Menu 3.1.1.1 Constant The theoretical speed constant, pulses per unit (PPU), is the distance in feet on the circumference of the wheel between holes (or protrusions / magnets) that the speed sensor records. 3.1.1.1 Sprayer speed 4 .00 Shows and permit change to the constant, Pulses Per Unit (metre / feet)
7 - Menu 3 Calibration Menu 3.2 Flow calibration Which method to use 3 Calibration >> 3.1 Speed calibration The flow transducer can be calibrated theoretically or with two practical 3.2 Flow calibration methods. The practical methods are preferred. Calibration is done with 3.3 Boom setup clean water.
ATTENTION! If a section has not been opened or an End nozzle is not closed, a warning will show up in the largest window on the display. 4. Using a HARDI® calibration jug, check the actual nozzle output per minute. It is recommended that an average of several nozzles be taken.
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7 - Menu 3 Calibration Method: 1. Place the tank on level ground and fill it up with water until the level reaches a unique mark on the tank contents level indicator, e.g. 500 gallons. 2. Open all boom sections. 3.
7 - Menu 3 Calibration Menu 3.3 Boom Menu 3.3.1 Width Use the ¿ or ª keys or numeric keys to enter boom width. Press # to confirm. Menu 3.3.2 Number of sections Use the ¿ or ª keys or numeric keys to set number of boom sections. Press # to confirm.
7 - Menu 3 Calibration Menu 3.4 Regulation constant Regulation constant The sensitivity of the pressure regulation valve can be adjusted. The goal is to find a value where the regulation does not overshoot the set point, but slows down and stops right before the set point. Increasing the regulation constant will give a faster response on the pressure regulation valve.
3.5 Tank gauge calibration >> 3.5.1 Adjustment of specific gravity This menu item is only present if the HARDI® Tank Gauge is fitted. For 3.5.2 Calibration of Tank gauge increased accuracy it is recommended to do the flow calibration [3.2] 3.5.3 Select factory calibration...
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7 - Menu 3 Calibration 2. Check that menu [3.2.1 Flow calibration] uses the correct PPU value corresponding to the sprayer’s flow housing. 3.2.1 Flow calibration 485 .000 EU units: FlowSensor dia/ca PPU: Ø13/120,Ø20/60,Ø36/17 US units: FlowSensor dia/ca PPU: Ø13/485,Ø20/225,Ø36/60 3.
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10. Correct the displayed volume with the ¿ or ª or with numeric keys to the actual volume sprayed out. 11. Press #. The new custom gauge table is calculated and the calibration of the HARDI® Tank Gauge is finished. 3.5.2.4 Calibration of Tank gauge 120.000 gallon Key in true volume from flowmeter.
7 - Menu 3 Calibration Menu 3.5.3 Select factory calibration This menu may have been set up by your HARDI® service center. 3.5.3 Select factory calibration Selection can only be done with no water in the tank. See “Menu 3.5.4 >>...
7 - Menu 3 Calibration Menu 3.6 Track General info There is no standard setting for the Track set up. The Track needs to be adjusted for different kinds of tractors since the sprayer and spraying practices can only be found under the actual conditions. For example;...
7 - Menu 3 Calibration Menu 3.6.3 Dead zone This is the non regulation zone when the sprayer is straight behind the tractor. If the sprayer is oscillating in the hydraulics when driving straight, this value must be increased. Factory setting: 2” (5 cm); Over 6” (15 cm) not recommended. Decreasing value: Reacting on small deviations.
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7 - Menu 3 Calibration 4. Press and hold the manual “steer to right” button. Display will show a counting percentage ending with an “OK” message when offset is found. 3.6.6.2 Finding offset right side Press hold ‘steer to right’ button. Computer will activate valve and find offset 5.
7 - Menu 3 Calibration 7. Afterwards, same procedure is repeated for opposite direction. 3.6.6.9 Gain right side is Ok Calibration is OK. Press Enter to return to Track calibration menu 8. The display reads “CALIBRATION OK” when calibration has finished. Confirm and leave menu by pressing #.
μ ATTENTION! To calibrate, the speed must exceed the minimum speed set in the controller memory. If minimum driving speed is set too high, please contact your local HARDI® dealer. μ ATTENTION! If all section valves are turned off, then LookAhead is in standby. When turning single sections off, e.g.
8 - Menu 4 Toolbox Menu 4.1 Measure Trip meter This is a simple electronic trip meter. You can measure distance. If the implement width is entered in menu [4.1.3 Working width], area can also be measured in menu [4.1.2 Area]. Use | to clear the value.
8 - Menu 4 Toolbox Menu 4.2 Service intervals Menu and intervals Service intervals and a nozzle check are programmed into the Controller. This makes it easier for the operator to remember the service intervals. From the factory, the Controller is set up with a nozzle check and three service reminders. Menu &...
8 - Menu 4 Toolbox Menu 4.3 Service interval reset Service interval reset To reset service interval, go to relevant interval menu listed: [4.2.1 Check filters reset] See sprayer instruction book, Maintenance. [4.2.2 Grease boom reset] See sprayer instruction book, Maintenance. [4.2.3 Grease track and center reset] 250 See sprayer instruction book, Maintenance.
8 - Menu 4 Toolbox Menu 4.5 Test How to test All readouts for the transducers are in accumulated counts, i.e. one signal gives one count, except for the optional (analog) transducer that is read in milli-ampere. 1. Go to menu [4.5 Test]. 2.
8 - Menu 4 Toolbox Menu 4.6 Speed simulation How to use speed simulation Speed may be simulated for certain purposes. A two figure value may be entered. The state remains valid until the Controller is restarted or the value is set to “0”. 4.6 Speed simulation 4 .00 Key in speed value.
Volt possible to fold the boom and drive home. In the menu, the sensor Rear sensor Degree status and voltages can be checked, which is useful for HARDI® service Boom sensor 1 5.00 Volt to solve the problem. Boom sensor 2...
8 - Menu 4 Toolbox Menu 4.8 Computer CAN status Menu 4.8.X Computer CAN status In this menu you can see if there is communication between the units, Controller, Jobcom and Track. See part “Emergency operation”. Following submenus are available: [4.8.1 Operating status all computer] Show operating status details in case of faults.
9 - Menu 5 Logbook Menu 5.1 Print What you can print This menu has to do with printing of data. The following can be printed via the 12 volt printer. [5.1.1 Register number] A specific register [5.1.2 All registers] Register 1 to 99.
9 - Menu 5 Logbook Menu 5.2 Data dump How to dump data Enables data dump to an office printer. This could be done, for example, by using the Hyper Terminal function in Microsoft Windows. Note the Hyper Terminal has to be activated and a communication cable (ref. no. 72271600) and 12 volt power supply to the Controller and Spray Box is needed.
10 - Soft keys Soft keys Soft keys menu tree LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4 F1 Not used in NA* F1 Not used F1 Not used 9 Not used F2 Not used F2 Not used F1 Not used 15 Not used F2 Not used F3 Not used...
11 - Maintenance Off-season storage Storage When the tractor and sprayer are parked, disconnect the power supply to the SetBox. This will stop the system from using power. The Controller, SetBox and Grip should be protected from moisture and should be removed if the tractor does not have a cabin.
The menu will 4.8.3 Hardware versions all computer be as shown. 4.8.4 Work status Terminal HC6500 4.8.5 Work status JobCom HC6050 4.8.6 Work status Grip HC6300 4.8.7 Work status SetBox HC6400 Computer detail screens show details in case of faults 12.1...
12 - Fault finding Operational problems Fault finding - HC 6500 Under these menus you can check if the communication is ok. The units can also be checked by looking at the LED on the units. It will light up when the units are turned on. If there is an error, a signal will show in a morse code if the CAN connection is damaged to that specific unit.
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12 - Fault finding Type Text at display detail Criteria for fault Full screen Help text Operations disabled Alarm Track Rear sensor failure The alarm is generated, if the sensor signal is less Track Rear sensor failure. than 0.5V or exceeds 4.5V. Automatic tracking is aborted until the system has SafeTrack shifted to manual.
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12 - Fault finding Type Text at display detail Criteria for fault Full screen Help text Operations disabled Warning CAN bus failing to Grip Close hydraulic valves Turn off PTO to stop spray. Turn off power to stop hydraulics. Warning CAN bus failing to FluidBox Turn off PTO to stop spray.
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Warning Wind Speed too high Wind Speed too high (limit set in menu). Stop spraying or consider other nozzle types like HARDI® LowDrift. Warning Air Temperature too high Air Temperature too high (limit set in menu). Stop spraying or consider other nozzle types.
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12 - Fault finding Type Text at display detail Criteria for fault Full screen Help text Operations disabled Reminder FastFiller valve high friction After valve self test AutoAgitation valve has high friction or poor cabling. Valve will fail within some time. Arrange repair.
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12 - Fault finding Type Text at display detail Criteria for fault Full screen Help text Operations disabled 104 104 Warning Boom wing loose Buttons FoldLeftIn or FoldRightIn are not pressed Boom wing loose. but the 4 sensors on outer boom wings change from “In spray”...
13 - Testing and fine tuning Testing and fine tuning Fine tuning the flow constant - PPU Calibration of the flow transducer is carried out with clean water, but small changes may occur when adding pesticides or fertilizer. This will effect the final readings. This is typically noted when the volume displayed on the display does not equal the actual known volume that was sprayed out.
13 - Testing and fine tuning Testing speed transducer BROWN wire to positive of 12 volt battery. BLACK wire to negative. BLUE wire to multimeter. 1. Connect negative from multimeter to negative of battery. 2. Set multimeter to DC volt. 3.
14 - Technical specifications Specifications Specifications Supply voltage 12 Volt DC Controlled shutdown “low battery”: 9 Volt DC Maximum supply: 16 Volt DC Maximum peak: 28 Volt DC Ambient temperature: 23°F to 158°F (-5°C to +70°C) Memory: Flash PROM non-volatile Digital transducers (option 2, 3 and 4): Square signal Frequency:...
14 - Technical specifications Electrical connections Types of plugs and fuses Fuses are located into the JobCom:15 A auto fuse, for TWIN versions also 2x 10 A auto fuse. Breakout PCB: 2x 10 A auto fuse. DAH PCB: 10 A slowblow fuse. PrimeFlow power PCB glass fuse 10 A slowblow.
14 - Technical specifications Materials and recycling Disposal of electronics Cardboard: Can recycle up to 99% and therefore should be put into the waste collection system. Polyethylene: Can be recycled. When the operating unit has completed its working life, it must be thoroughly cleaned. The synthetic fittings can be incinerated.
Canada hereinafter called “HARDI®”, offers the following limited warranty in accordance with the provisions below to each original retail purchaser of its own manufacturer, from an authorized HARDI® dealer that such equipment is at the time of delivery to such purchaser, free from defects in material and workmanship and that such equipment will be warranted for a period of one year from the time of delivery to the end user, providing the machine is used and serviced in accordance with the recommendations in the Operator’s Manual and is operated under normal farm conditions.
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Department. Warranty claims filed without prior approval will be returned. 11. Claims under this policy MUST be filed with the HARDI® Service Department within thirty (30) days of when the work is performed or warranty shall be void unless prior arrangements are made.
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® To contact HARDI directly: ® - Please use the HARDI Customer Service number: 1-866-770-7063 ® - Or send your email to: CUSTSERV@hardi-us.com Visit us online at: www.hardi-us.com HARDI NORTH AMERICA INC. ® 1500 West 76th St. 337 Sovereign Rd.