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Page 1: Bender160 Owner's Manual Supplement
Bender160 Owner’s Manual Supplement Bender160™ Owner’s Manual Supplement 0998322_C © 2019 Valmont Industries, Inc., Valley, NE 68064 USA. All rights reserved. www.valleyirrigation.com... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Bender160 Owner’s Manual Supplement ....................... 1 Table of Contents ............................. 3 General Information ............................4 About This Manual ............................4 Ancillary Equipment Warranty ........................4 Safety Recognize Safety Information ..............................5 Safety Messages ................................5 Information Messages ..............................5 Use of Personal Protective Equipment ..........................6 Conductive Materials and Equipment ..........................6... -
Page 4: General Information
General Information About This Manual Information contained in this manual applies to the Valley Bender160 option. All information, specifications, descriptions and illustrative material contained in this manual were based on information available at the time this publication was approved for printing. -
Page 5: Safety
Safety Recognize Safety Information This irrigation equipment may be powered by high voltage which can be extremely dangerous if used improp- erly. For maximum safety and optimum performance of the machine, all owner’s operator’s and maintenance personnel must read and understand the owner/operator manual(s), all safety messages in this manual and safety signs/decals on the machine before operating this equipment. -
Page 6: Use Of Personal Protective Equipment
Safety Use of Personal Protective Equipment • People working in areas where there are potential electrical hazards must use, personal protective equip- ment that is appropriate for the specific parts of the body to be protected and for the work to be performed. Refer to U.S. -
Page 7: Minimum Working Clearance
1,500 ft (457 m) of an end of an airport runway, or where crop dusting aircraft are common, Valley recommends adding obstruction markers to overhang cables to improve their visibility. For large overhangs (36 ft / 10.97 m Heavy Duty and longer), five 12 in (300 mm) or 20 in (500 mm), aviation orange marker balls are sufficient. -
Page 8: Overhead Power Lines
Safety Overhead Power Lines Assembling, towing or transporting irrigation machine components such as but not limited to the pivot point, linear cart, span/drive unit assemblies, overhangs and/or corner assemblies underneath or near power lines is extremely dangerous because of the risk of electrocution. Operating equipment that elevates irrigation machine components, such as but not limited to an aerial lift or crane, near power lines is extremely dangerous because of the risk of electrocution. -
Page 9: Minimal Lockout / Tagout Procedure
Safety Minimal Lockout / Tagout Procedure The following procedure establishes the minimum requirements for the lockout of energy isolating devices whenever maintenance or servicing is done on machines or equipment. It is used to ensure that the machine or equipment is stopped, isolated from all potentially hazardous energy sources and locked out before person- nel perform any servicing or maintenance where the unexpectedly energized or start-up of the machine or equipment or release of stored energy could cause injury. -
Page 10: Operate Safely
Operate Safely Valley Irrigation machines are designed with safety in mind. However, if this machine is operated incorrectly, it may pose a safety threat to the operator. A good safety program is much like a chain, it is only as strong as its weakest link. - Page 11 1. Main Power Disconnect circuit situation. Call a qualified electrician or an 2. Lock authorized Valley dealer immediately. The blue (OSHA safety color code) tag shown Circumstances which may cause you to suspect below should also be filled out and attached to the hazardous voltage situations may include: disconnect after locking.
- Page 12 Safety Operate Safely (Continued) WARNING WARNING AVOID CHEMICALS LIGHTNING AND THE MACHINE Avoid exposure to sprinkler spray while chemicals Stay away from the machine during an electrical are being injected into the water. Read EPA Label storm. An irrigation machine makes a good path to Improvement Program (PR Notice 87-1) and all earth.
- Page 13 Valley dealer to repair the end gun shut off • NEVER DEPRESS AND HOLD THE START/STOP mechanism. SAFETY OVERRIDE SWITCH IN THE START PO- SITION FOR MORE THAN 3 TO 5 SECONDS.
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Page 14: Safety Decals
Safety Safety Decals These Danger, Warning, and Caution decals appear in various locations on a Valley irrigation machine. You MUST familiarize yourself and other operators with these safety decals. For replacement of any decal, contact your local Valley dealer. - Page 15 Safety Safety Decals (Continued) WARNING TIRE AND RIM FOR IRRIGATION USE ONLY. ADJUST PRESSURE BEFORE USE. SEE OWNERS MANUAL FOR RECOMMENDED PRESSURE. 1/2" x 1-1/2" Cap Screw ..........0161026 Track - Pivot Controls ........18 PSI [1.2 BAR] MAXIMUM Spring ...............0181085 EGSO Disk ............
- Page 16 Safety Safety Decals (Continued) WARNING Improper installation of this motor may result in fire, explosion, electrical shock or other personal injuries. Read operating instructions Disconnect power before maintenance. Open all circuits before removing conduit box cover. Be sure motor is properly grounded per local and national codes.
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Page 19: Overview
Overview Bender160 Components Below is a description of the various components associated with a Bender160. Bender160 Swivel The Bender160 swivel is located at the bending point. The swivel is attached to the fixed pipe span with a ball and hitch configuration. See Figure 19-1. -
Page 20: Bender End Of Field Bender Stop
Overview Bender160 Components Bender End of Field Bender Stop WARNING • BENDER BARRICADE MUST BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO ENTERING INTO BEND MODE. FAILURE TO INSTALL THE BARRICADE PRI- OR TO BENDING THE SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO BOTH THE SYSTEM AND ANY FIELD OBSTRUCTIONS IT MAY BE BENDING AROUND. -
Page 21: Bender Drive Unit Anchor
Overview Bender160 Components Bender Drive Unit Anchor WARNING • BENDER BARRICADE MUST BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO ENTERING INTO BEND MODE. FAILURE TO INSTALL THE BARRICADE PRI- OR TO BENDING THE SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO BOTH THE SYSTEM AND ANY FIELD OBSTRUCTIONS IT MAY BE BENDING AROUND. - Page 22 Overview...
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Page 23: Operation
Starting and Stopping the Machine Starting the Machine Refer to your pivot owner’s manual for information about starting the machine. The Bender160 runs only when the machine is running and the Bender stop box is engaged. During operation the machine pauses when going into bend mode. -
Page 24: Tilt Sensor
The tilt sensor is mounted near the Bender Stop box. The tilt sensor will shutdown the machine if the drive unit begins to tip and the angle becomes greater than 15 degrees. Restrictions Tires Only the following tire sizes may be used with the Bender160. • Valley Revolution • 11R X 22.5 • 14.9 X 24 •... -
Page 25: Maintenance
Maintenance Safety DANGER • THE CONTROL PANEL CONTAINS HIGH VOLTAGE! 480 VOLTS CAN KILL. • ALWAYS DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR PERFORMING MAINTE- NANCE TO THE MACHINE. • TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED VAL- LEY DEALER. -
Page 26: Belt Replacement
Maintenance Belt Replacement Replacement of the alignment belt requires a belt and splice kit for the Bender160. If the belt shows signs of damage or wear, contact your Valley dealer. See Figure 26-1. Hose Replacement If the 6 in hose is sufficiently weather-cracked, checked, or leaking, replace the hose. -
Page 27: Drain Seal Replacement
3. Drain Seal Annual Maintenance Time, humidity, vibration, temperature, sand, and machine operation all contribute to wear on your Valley irrigation machine. To keep the machine operating properly with a minimum amount of down time, establish a regular preventative maintenance program using the recommended maintenance charts in this section. If replacement parts are needed, use only genuine Valley parts. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
A drive unit is stuck. Fill the wheel track with dry soil to allow movement. A flat tire at the drive unit. A failed drive unit U-joint. Bender160 alignment belt has broke. End of field stop has not been engaged. Call your Valley dealer. Machine is running out of alignment.
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