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COMMANDER
TWIN FORCE
Original
Instruction book
67035300-100 - Version 1.00
GB - 05.2013
www.hardi-international.com

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  • Page 1 COMMANDER TWIN FORCE Original Instruction book 67035300-100 - Version 1.00 GB - 05.2013 www.hardi-international.com...
  • Page 2 Illustrations, technical information and data in this book are to the best of our belief correct at the time of printing. As it is HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S policy permanently to improve our products, we reserve the right to make changes in design, features, accessories, specifications and maintenance instructions at any time and without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 - EC Declaration EC Declaration of Conformity ........................9 2 - Safety notes Operator safety ...........................11 Symbols ............................................. 11 Precautions ..........................................11 Label explanation ....................................... 12 3 - Description General info ............................15 View ............................................. 15 View ............................................. 16 Identification plates ......................................
  • Page 4 Transmission shaft ..........................41 Operator safety ........................................41 P.T.O. installation ........................................41 Mechanical connections ........................42 Hose package support ..................................... 42 SafeTrack potentiometer connection ..............................42 Hydraulic systems ..........................43 General info ..........................................43 Requirements - tractor (HAY model) ..............................43 Requirements - tractor (HAZ model) ..............................43 Open centre hydraulics (optional) ................................
  • Page 5 External Filling Device ...................................... 64 Safety precautions - crop protection chemicals ..........................65 Filling chemicals through tank lid ................................65 Filling liquid chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller ........................... 66 Filling powder chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller ..........................67 TurboFiller rinsing ....................................... 68 Operating the control units while spraying ............................
  • Page 6 Occasional maintenance ........................93 Pump valves and diaphragms renewal ..............................93 Level indicator wire renewal ..................................94 Level indicator adjustment ................................... 94 Drain valve seal renewal ....................................94 Adjustment of 3-way valve ................................... 95 Feed pipe snap-lock assembly ................................... 95 Feed pipe clamp assembly ................................... 96 Opening the cable trays ....................................
  • Page 7 Materials and recycling ........................119 Disposal of the sprayer ....................................119 Electrical connections ........................120 Rear lights ..........................................120 Charts ............................... 121 Sprayer hydraulic .......................................121 Boom hydraulic - Y ......................................121 Boom hydraulic - Z ......................................122 Index Index ..............................123...

  • Page 9: Ec Declaration

    DK 2630 Taastrup DENMARK hereby declare that the following product(s): COMMANDER TWIN FORCE (HAY/HAZ) • Fulfils all the relevant provisions of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, 2009/127/EC and later amendments • All the relevant provisions of Council Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC) Taastrup, 01.04. 2013...
  • Page 10 1 - EC Declaration...

  • Page 11: Safety Notes

    Read and understand this instruction book before using the equipment. It is equally important that other operators of this equipment read and understand this book. If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI dealer for further explanation before using the equipment.

  • Page 12: Label Explanation

    2 - Safety notes Service € Pressure test with clean water prior to filling with chemicals. Never dismount the hoses if the machine is in operation. DANGER! Do not exceed the P.T.O. max. recommended r.p.m. € Rinse and wash equipment after use and before servicing. €...
  • Page 13 2 - Safety notes Risk of squeeze! Risk of squeeze! Stay clear of raised unsecured loads. Never reach into the crushing danger area as long as parts are moving. Risk of squeeze! Risk of falling off! Keep hands away, when parts is moving. Do not ride on platform or ladder.
  • Page 14 2 - Safety notes...

  • Page 15: Description

    3 - Description General info View 11 10 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1. Main tank lid 13. Agitation/External Cleaning Device valve 2. EasyClean clogging indicator 14. Suction SmartValve 3. Spray pressure gauge 15.

  • Page 16: View

    3 - Description View 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 25. Distribution valves (not illustrated) 29. Spray lance for External Cleaning Device 26. Rinsing tank 30. CycloneFilter 27. Main tank 31. Parking brake 28. ChemLocker with FoamMarker tank Identification plates A CE identification plate fitted on the frame indicates producer name, model, sprayer weights, etc.

  • Page 17: Sprayer Use

    Sprayer use The HARDI sprayer is for the application of crop protection chemicals and liquid fertilisers. The equipment must only be used for this purpose. It is not allowed to use the sprayer for any other purposes. If no local law demands that the operator must...

  • Page 18: Liquid System

    3 - Description Liquid system Pump Diaphragm pump with 6 diaphragms, model 463. Standard = 540 r.p.m. (6 splines shaft). Optional = 1000 r.p.m. (21 splines shaft). The design of the diaphragm pump is simple, with easily accessible diaphragms and valves which ensures liquid does not contact the vital parts of the pump.

  • Page 19: Dynamicfluid4 Pressure Regulation

    3 - Description DynamicFluid4 pressure regulation Traditional fluid regulation starts when the nozzles are opened. With DynamicFluid4 the regulation is a continuous process that continues even if the nozzles are closed. Two ceramic discs regulates the pressure and ensures quick reaction and zero leakages.
  • Page 20 3 - Description Regulation valve function diagram Spray job begins Start condition: Controller is turned OFF. Pump is turned OFF. ATTENTION! Auto mode icons shown, but could be Manual or Increment steps icons, depending on driver selection. Pressure SmartValve to Pressure draining/TurboFiller, suction SmartValve to Main tank, have water in Main tank.

  • Page 21: Clean Water Tank

    3 - Description Clean water tank The water in this tank is for hand washing, cleaning of clogged nozzles etc. Only fill this tank with clean water from the well. Capacity: approximately 20 litres. ± WARNING! Although the clean water tank is only filled with clean water, this water must NOT be used for drinking.

  • Page 22: Cyclonefilter

    3 - Description CycloneFilter With the CycloneFilter any impurities in the spray liquid will by-pass the filter and be re-circulated back to the tank via the return flow. Function diagram 1. Filter lid 2. From pump 3. To boom 4. Return to tank 5.

  • Page 23: Turbofiller

    3 - Description TurboFiller Before use • Push the handle (arrow) to unlock. • Grab the handle to pull TurboFiller down until it clicks into locked down-position. After use • Push the handle (arrow) to unlock. • Grab the handle to push TurboFiller back in storing position until it locks.

  • Page 24: Diagram - Basic Liquid System

    3 - Description Diagram - Basic liquid system 1. Suction SmartValve 17. Agitation tube 2. Pressure SmartValve 18. Return line for boost function 3. Agitation valve 19. TurboFiller to tank tube 4. Chemical container cleaning valve 20. RinseTank coupler 5. TurboDeflector ON/OFF valve 21.

  • Page 25: Diagram - Liquid System With Optional Extras

    3 - Description Diagram - Liquid system with optional extras 1. Suction SmartValve 23. Drain valve 2. Pressure SmartValve 24. Sprayer boom 3. Agitation/External cleaning valve 25. Flowmeter 4. Chemical container cleaning valve 26. Bypass valve 5. TurboDeflector ON/OFF valve 27.

  • Page 26: Diagram - Intelligent Liquid System With Optional Extras

    3 - Description Diagram - Intelligent liquid system with optional extras 1. Suction SmartValve 25. Flowmeter 2. Pressure SmartValve 26. Distribution valves 4. Chemical container cleaning valve 27. Sensor for pressure gauge 5. TurboDeflector ON/OFF valve 29. Return from distribution valves 6.

  • Page 27: Twin Air Technique

    3 - Description TWIN Air technique General info With TWIN air assistance energy is added to the spray droplets to improve control with the spray liquid. The main purpose of the TWIN angling system is to counteract for the negative influence which wind direction and driving speed have on the quality of the spray job.

  • Page 28: Boom

    3 - Description Boom Boom and terminology The TWIN FORCE boom are found in two hydraulic versions which is suspended in a strong, stable parallelogram boom lift: • HAY boom: Working widths are 18, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28 and 30 metres. The boom is pendulum suspended and equipped with 4 hydraulic rams.

  • Page 29: Setbox Controls

    3 - Description SetBox controls The SetBox controls the volume rate, foam marker, SafeTrack, HeadlandAssist, pendulum lock, boom folding and stability functions. Furthermore two optional functions can be controlled. The buttons on the SetBox control the following functions: 1. Power ON/OFF. 2.

  • Page 30: Hydraulic Systems

    3 - Description Hydraulic systems Hydraulic blocks Hydraulic blocks fitted to the sprayer are: Boom The main boom hydraulic block that manages hydraulic pressure for the boom controls. The throttle valve (A) can adjust the folding speed of the boom. Adjusting inwards = slower boom.
  • Page 31 3 - Description Open centre hydraulics The open centre hydraulics block is necessary if the tractor uses open centre hydraulics and/or load sensing. For adjustment see “Open centre hydraulics (optional)” on page 44. SafeTrack On sprayers with SafeTrack steering this hydraulic block manages hydraulic pressure for the steering functions.

  • Page 32: Equipment

    3 - Description Equipment SafeTrack The SafeTrack will make the sprayer automatically follow the tractor when turning on headland. The SafeTrack can easily be operated with the hydraulic control unit. SafeTrack has an integrated safety feature which prevents over-steering when the driving speed is too high for the given turning radius.

  • Page 33: Platform

    3 - Description Platform To get access to the platform pull and tilt the ladder down. In retracted position the ladder is secured by a rubber stop. From the platform following can be accessed: • Main Tank lid. • Clean water tank lid, integrated to the side of the platform. •...

  • Page 34: Hydraulic Support Leg

    3 - Description Hydraulic support leg The hydraulic support legs are driven by a separate hydraulic outlet on the tractor. See “Hydraulic support leg (option for CM 3300/4500)” on page 40 for use of the support leg. € DANGER! Do never leave the sprayer standing unlocked on the support leg. Always double check that the lever is in locked position.

  • Page 35: Tank Level Indicator

    3 - Description Tank level indicator The actual tank level in the main tank can be observed on the tank level indicator. The scale is displayed in litres or Imp. gal/US gal. (certain countries). ATTENTION! The wire guide wheels should be directed so they follow the direction of the wire.

  • Page 36: Safetylocker

    3 - Description SafetyLocker The locker is integrated to the front just above the SmartValves. It is for the purpose of storing non-contaminated protective gear, soap for hand washing etc. The locker is split in two compartments for the separation of clean clothes from gloves with risk of contamination and facilitates a soap dispenser (A).

  • Page 37: Night Spraying Light (Optional)

    The work light lamp (B) is also mounted to the railing of the platform above the valves. This lamp is positioned to lighten the HARDI TurboFiller and the valve system. The boom and work lights selector switch is placed just below the SafetyLocker (between valve shield and EasyClean filter).
  • Page 38 3 - Description...

  • Page 39: Sprayer Setup

    4 - Sprayer setup General info Unloading the sprayer from the truck For the unloading of the sprayer, you need a crane. When unloading with a crane please observe the lifting points as shown in the picture, and make sure that the straps or belts used for lifting are strong enough. ATTENTION! Only lift the sprayer when the tanks are empty! Pulling the sprayer at the tie down hooks For moving the sprayer or loading it to e.g.

  • Page 40: Hydraulic Support Leg (Option For Cm 3300/4500)

    4 - Sprayer setup Hydraulic support leg (option for CM 3300/4500) The hydraulic support leg is driven by a separate double acting hydraulic outlet on the tractor. The support leg is stored in its retracted position when the sprayer is attached to the tractor. To raise/lower the support legs 1.

  • Page 41: Transmission Shaft

    4 - Sprayer setup Transmission shaft Operator safety 1. Always STOP THE ENGINE before attaching the transmission shaft to the tractor P.T.O. - most tractor P.T.O. shafts can be rotated by hand to facilitate spline alignment, when the engine is stopped. 2.

  • Page 42: Mechanical Connections

    4 - Sprayer setup Mechanical connections Hose package support To prevent hoses and wiring from being damaged by the tractor wheels, P.T.O. shaft etc. all hoses, cables and wires are held by the hose package support fitted to the sprayer platform. The bracket (A) is for the storing of hydraulic and electric connectors etc.

  • Page 43: Hydraulic Systems

    4 - Sprayer setup Hydraulic systems General info Ensure that the snap couplers are clean before connection! After having operated the boom and the system has been filled with oil, check the tractor’s hydraulic oil level and top up, if necessary.

  • Page 44: Open Centre Hydraulics (Optional)

    4 - Sprayer setup Open centre hydraulics (optional) The open centre hydraulics block is necessary if the tractor uses open centre hydraulics and/or load sensing. The valves (1) and (2) is factory set for open centre hydraulics, but if closed centre hydraulics is used (also in combination with load sensing), screw in the valve (clockwise).

  • Page 45: Electrical Connections

    4 - Sprayer setup Electrical connections Installation of control unit brackets Find a suitable place in the tractor cabin to mount the control units. Best recommended position is to the right of the driver seat. The supplied tractor pillar bracket (A) has a hole spacing of 100 and 120 mm that fits most tractors.

  • Page 46: Power Supply

    4 - Sprayer setup Power supply Power requirement is 12V DC. Always note polarity! For proper function of the electric equipment, the wires must have the following recommended cross sectional areas and correct fuses to ensure a sufficient power supply. The delivered power connectors follows the standard of most newer tractors.

  • Page 47: Speed Transducer For Sprayer

    4 - Sprayer setup Speed transducer for sprayer The speed transducer and speed ring are located at the inside of the sprayers right wheel. The sensor is an inductive type that requires a metallic protrusion like a speed ring to pass by it to trigger a signal. Adjustment 1.

  • Page 48: Liquid System

    4 - Sprayer setup Liquid system CycloneFilter Standard filter size is 80 mesh and can be changed by opening the filter top. Check condition of O-rings and lubricate if necessary or replace if damaged before reassembly. € DANGER! Never open the Cyclone filter unless the suction SmartValve is turned to the unused position and the pressure SmartValve is turned to “Main tank”.

  • Page 49: Boom

    4 - Sprayer setup Boom Damping adjustment When altered the guide rod setting in “Suspension performance adjustment” then it is possible to adjust more accurately in the field. This is done with the electrical damping control, which is situated at the centre section of the boom.

  • Page 50: Twin Air Technique

    4 - Sprayer setup TWIN Air technique Adjusting the air assistance The air speed and angling must always be adjusted individually for each spray job and the given weather conditions. It is always a good idea to get used to a new sprayer out in a field with only water in the tank, on this occasion the following routine for air adjustment should be practised: 1.

  • Page 51: Angling Of Air And Liquid, Rules Of Thumb

    Then spray with pure water and check the blue spots (droplets) on the paper. This way you can test different spraying techniques. Water sensitive paper is available at your local HARDI...

  • Page 52: Track Gauge, Axles And Wheels

    10. Check if the distance from centre tyre to centre of rear frame is equal at RH and LH. 11. Retighten bolts and wheel bolts to specified torque after 8 hours of work. ATTENTION! The wider the track width, the better the stability of the sprayer. HARDI recommends to work with widest possible track width.

  • Page 53: Counter Weight

    4 - Sprayer setup Counter weight To improve stability on articulated models, extra weight can be added by means of liquid-filled tyres. The standard tyre valve is an universal air- water valve. The tyres can be filled with liquid to max. 75% of their total volume.

  • Page 54: Brakes

    4 - Sprayer setup Brakes Emergency and parking brake The parking brake lever has two function modes, which are determined by the small pawl control clip (A). To change between the two modes, turn the clip. Position Rest position Behavior Rest against the pawl Disengage parking brake Point away from the pawl...

  • Page 55: Air Activated Brakes (Optional)

    4 - Sprayer setup Air activated brakes (optional) This system requires a tractor with compressor and air brake system with outlet(s) for trailer brakes. If the air hose(s) are disconnected with air in the brake air tank, control pressure will be dumped and the brakes will engage fully. If the sprayer e.g.
  • Page 56 4 - Sprayer setup...

  • Page 57: Operation

    5 - Operation General info Environmental info For environmental info, please refer to the following parts in the Spray Technique book: • Nozzles. • Spray quality. • Choosing Nozzles for arable crops. • Spraying speed.

  • Page 58: Boom

    5 - Operation Boom Safety info The boom must not be folded/unfolded while driving! Never use the folding/unfolding functions before the sprayer has been stopped! Failure to do so will damage the boom. € DANGER! Before unfolding the boom it is important to connect the sprayer to the tractor to prevent overbalancing of the sprayer.

  • Page 59: Manoeuvring Of The Boom - Haz

    5 - Operation Manoeuvring of the boom - HAZ ± WARNING! The pendulum lock automatically turns ON when pressing one of the folding buttons. Boom folding is not possible if the pendulum is unlocked. A manual override of the pendulum lock is possible by activating switches 2 or 3. ±...

  • Page 60: Hydraulic Slanting Control

    5 - Operation Hydraulic slanting control Z-models The hydraulic boom slanting controls (E) and (F) enables slanting of the entire boom hydraulically. This is advantageous when spraying across hillsides. Reset position to neutral (midway) before folding the boom. Y-models (optional) Use the tractor’s hydraulic lever to slant the entire boom hydraulically.

  • Page 61: Twin Air Technique

    5 - Operation TWIN Air technique TWIN operation The air speed and angling must always be adjusted individually for each spray job and the given weather conditions. The buttons on the SetBox controls the following: 1. Power ON/OFF 8. TWIN presets 14.

  • Page 62: Liquid System

    ATTENTION! Legislation and requirements vary from country to country. Always follow local legislation in force at any time. ÷ NOTE! It is the responsibility of the sprayer owner/operator to comply with all relevant legislation. HARDI cannot undertake any responsibilities for incorrect operation and use. Filling of water The tank should normally be filled 1/3 with water before adding chemicals.

  • Page 63: Filling Through Tank Lid

    5 - Operation Filling through tank lid Water is filled into the tank by removing the tank lid located at front of the sprayer tank which is accessible from the platform. It is recommended to use as clean water as possible for spraying purposes. Always fill water through the strainer basket to prevent foreign particles from entering the tank.

  • Page 64: External Filling Device

    5 - Operation External Filling Device The External Filling Device is operated as follows: 1. Remove cover and connect suction hose to Suction Manifold. 2. Close the agitation valve, turn pressure SmartValve to “Main tank”. 3. Engage diaphragm pump and set P.T.O. revolutions at 540 r/min or 1000 r/min depending on pump model.

  • Page 65: Safety Precautions - Crop Protection Chemicals

    5 - Operation Safety precautions - crop protection chemicals Always be careful when working with crop protection chemicals! ± WARNING! Always wear proper protective clothing before handling chemicals! Personal protection Depending on chemical type, protective gear/equipment should be worn to avoid contact with the chemicals, e.g.: •...

  • Page 66: Filling Liquid Chemicals By Hardi Turbofiller

    5 - Operation Filling liquid chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller 1. Fill the main tank at least 1/3 with water (unless otherwise stated on the chemical container label). 2. Turn the handle of the suction valve towards “suction from Main tank”. Turn pressure SmartValve towards “Pressure draining/TurboFiller”.

  • Page 67: Filling Powder Chemicals By Hardi Turbofiller

    5 - Operation Filling powder chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller 1. Fill the main tank at least 1/2 with water (unless otherwise stated on the chemical container label). See section “Filling of water”. 2. Turn the handle of the suction valve towards “suction from Main tank”.

  • Page 68: Turbofiller Rinsing

    5 - Operation TurboFiller rinsing Rinsing the TurboFiller and chemical containers are done as follows: Cleaning empty containers - TurboFiller lid is open 1. Put container over the rotating flushing nozzle in the middle of the TurboFiller so that the nozzle is inside the container. 2.

  • Page 69: Operating The Control Units While Spraying

    5 - Operation Operating the control units while spraying The control units control the following spray functions: 1. Power ON/OFF/status LED. LED must be ON. 2. Automatic spray pressure regulation. The regulation valve controls the main spray pressure. This is default selection when the controller is powered ON, and it should remain here during normal spraying.

  • Page 70: Before Returning To Refill The Sprayer

    5 - Operation Before returning to refill the sprayer If the sprayer is to be refilled at the farm or at a fixed filling place without a filling space with hard surface and drain to closed reservoir, the sprayer should be rinsed before returning to refill. Dilute the residues of the spraying circuit, and spray it on the crop.

  • Page 71: Quick Reference - Operation

    5 - Operation Quick reference - Operation In the following diagrams handle positions for different options are described.

  • Page 72: Cleaning

    For the best result use a cleaning agent recommended by Hardi, e.g. AllClearExtra. 6. It is sometimes necessary to leave spray liquid in the tank for short periods, e.g. overnight, or until the weather becomes suitable for spraying again.

  • Page 73: Quick Reference - Cleaning

    5 - Operation Quick reference - Cleaning 4 x 1/6 4 x 1/6 A. Full agitation. B. Wait 3 seconds before changing valve position. C. Min. 45 seconds with nozzles OFF. D. Spray until air comes out of nozzles. Engage FlexCapacity pump. E.

  • Page 74: Cleaning And Maintenance Of Filters

    5 - Operation Cleaning and maintenance of filters Clean filters ensure: • Sprayer components such as valves, diaphragms and operating unit are not hindered or damaged during operation. • Nozzle blockades do not occur whilst spraying. • Long life of the pump. A blocked suction filter will result in pump cavitation. The main filter protecting sprayer components is the suction filter.

  • Page 75: External Cleaning

    5 - Operation 7. Shut off all nozzles by the main ON/OFF button on the grip. 8. Turn suction SmartValve towards “Main tank” and the pressure SmartValve towards “Spraying”. Engage the auxiliary pump (FlexCapacity configurations only). Set the spraying pressure at 3-5 bar. If the pressure is set outside this range the rinsing result may be insufficient.

  • Page 76: Rinsing Spraying Circuit Without Diluting Main Tank Content

    5 - Operation 3. When enough water from the rinsing tank is transferred turn suction SmartValve towards main tank. 4. Keep/turn pressure SmartValve towards “Spraying position” and close the agitation valve. Adjust the pressure manually to approximately 10 bar. 5. Open the ChemLocker cover. Cleaning gun is located in the holder at the frame (C).
  • Page 77 NOTE! It is the responsibility of the sprayer operator or owner that the sprayer is cleaned sufficiently to avoid contamination of the environment, crop damages and health & safety hazards to operator and the public. HARDI cannot be held responsible for any damages or incidents related to insufficient cleaning.

  • Page 78: Primeflow - Manual Cleaning

    5 - Operation PrimeFlow - manual cleaning in the event of a AutoWash failure machines equipped with PrimeFlow can follow the same manual washing procedure as described in this manual when the following detail is observed: • Open all nozzles before flushing the boom spray lines to avoid chemical residues from the boom lines are returned into the main tank.

  • Page 79: Pressure Draining (Optional)

    5 - Operation Pressure draining (optional) It is possible to drain to an external tank. This is done the following way: 1. Connect a hose from an external tank to the pressure quick coupler on the sprayer. 2. Turn the Pressure SmartValve towards “External tank”. 3.
  • Page 80 5 - Operation...

  • Page 81: Maintenance

    6 - Maintenance Lubrication General info Always store lubricants clean, dry and cool - preferably at a constant temperature - to avoid contamination from dirt and condensed water. Keep oil filling jugs, hoppers and grease guns clean, and clean the lubricating points thoroughly before lubricating.

  • Page 82: Boom Lubrication And Oiling Plan

    6 - Maintenance Boom lubrication and oiling plan...

  • Page 83: Boom Lubrication And Oiling Plan (32-36 M)

    6 - Maintenance Boom lubrication and oiling plan (32-36 m)

  • Page 84: Trailer/Paralift Lubrication & Oiling Plan

    6 - Maintenance Trailer/ParaLift lubrication & oiling plan The lift is remote lubricated from the inside of the trailer’s rear end. 1. Suspended axle attach point. 2. Suspension cylinder attach point. 3. Upper lift arm attach point. 4. Lift cylinder attach point. 5.

  • Page 85: Service And Maintenance Intervals

    6 - Maintenance Service and maintenance intervals 10 hours service - Cyclone Filter To service the Cyclone filter 1. Turn the pressure SmartValve towards the unused function or to tank cleaning nozzles. 2. Unscrew filter lid (A). 3. Lift the lid and filter (B) from housing. 4.

  • Page 86: Hours Service - In-Line Filter (Not Primeflow)

    6 - Maintenance 10 hours service - In-Line filter (not PrimeFlow) If the boom is equipped with In-Line Filters, unscrew the filter bowl to inspect and clean the filter. When reassembling, the O-ring should be greased. Alternative filter meshes are available. See section on Technical specifications - Filters and nozzles.

  • Page 87: Hours Service - Hydraulic Oil Level

    6 - Maintenance 10 hours service - Hydraulic oil level Check that the oil level is between min. and max. on the sight glass. Clean the area areound the filling cap carefully and add fresh, clean oil if the level is low. Regarding oil quality - see section the section “Lubricants”. 10 hours service - Gearbox oil level Check the gearbox oil level is reaching the sight glass.

  • Page 88: Hours Service - Gearbox Bolts

    6 - Maintenance 50 hours service - Gearbox bolts Check/retighten the two gearbox mounting bolts to the specified torque of 100 Nm (74 lbft). 100 hours service - Check/tighten steering If too much play is found in the steering section it must be re-tightened. This applies to both steering and non-steering versions.

  • Page 89: Hours Service - Readjustment Of The Boom

    6 - Maintenance 250 hours service - Readjustment of the boom See section “Occasional maintenance” on page 93. 250 hours service - Wheel bearings Check for play in the wheel bearings: 1. Place stop wedges in front of and behind LH wheel and jack up RH wheel.

  • Page 90: Hours Service - Inspect Parking Brake (Optional)

    6 - Maintenance 250 hours service - Inspect parking brake (optional) Inspect the following: Parking brake lever If it can be pulled further backwards than 90° (midway), using a traction of approximate 25 kg., the cable needs to be adjusted. Parking brake cable Inspect the parking brake cables for possible wear or damages.

  • Page 91: Hours Service - Hydraulic Brakes (Optional)

    Check the condition of the bearings and brake wear parts in the following way: ± WARNING! If you do not feel totally confident changing wheel bearings or brake shoes contact your HARDI dealers workshop. 1. Place stop wedges in front of and behind the opposite wheel to the one to be serviced (e.g.
  • Page 92 6 - Maintenance 7. Rinse the remaining parts on the brake carrier plate with water and dry them. 8. Remove roller bearings (E), clean all parts in degrease detergent and dry them. 9. Check the brake drum diameter and lining thickness - renew if worn. ±...

  • Page 93: Occasional Maintenance

    Model 463 pump: Diaphragm pump overhaul kit (valves, seals, diaphragms etc.) can be ordered. Detect the pump model - kit can be ordered at following HARDI part No.: Model 463: part No. 75073900 Valves Remove valve cover (1) before changing the valves (2) - note their...

  • Page 94: Level Indicator Wire Renewal

    6 - Maintenance Level indicator wire renewal If the wire on the level indicator has to be changed, the float guide pole is removed: 1. Remove the tank drain valve (see paragraph “Drain valve seal renewal”) and loosen the fitting holding the pole in position.

  • Page 95: Adjustment Of 3-Way Valve

    6 - Maintenance Adjustment of 3-way valve The large ball valve (s93) used for SmartValves and valves for filling equipment can be adjusted if it is too tight to operate - or if it is too loose (=liquid leakage). • Correct setting is when the valve can be operated smoothly by one hand.

  • Page 96: Feed Pipe Clamp Assembly

    6 - Maintenance Feed pipe clamp assembly A feed pipe can be removed from the pipe clamps the following way: 1. Use a flat bladed screwdriver to prize the cover off the first corner (A). 2. Hold the clamp top with your hand and prize off the opposite corner (B) with the screwdriver.

  • Page 97: Readjustment Boom - General Info

    6 - Maintenance Readjustment boom - general info Before commencing adjustment jobs please go through this check list. 1. The sprayer must be well lubricated (see section about lubrication). 2. Connect the sprayer to the tractor. 3. Place tractor and sprayer on level ground (horizontal). 4.

  • Page 98: Alignment Of Inner And 1St Outer Wing Sections

    6 - Maintenance Alignment of inner and 1st outer wing sections The outer sections must be aligned with the inner wing sections. If necessary adjust the outer wing sections as follows: 1. Depressurize the folding cylinders. 2. Loosen counter nuts (A) and (C). 3.

  • Page 99: Breakaway Section Adjustment (32-36M)

    6 - Maintenance Breakaway section adjustment (32-36m) The breakaway section must release when a force of approximately 150 N is applied to the extremity of the breakaway section. If necessary, the release force is adjusted as follows: 1. Make sure that claw coupling is correctly lubricated. 2.

  • Page 100: Wing Tilt Adjustment

    6 - Maintenance Wing tilt adjustment The horizontal adjustment of the wings is done by the retracted tilt cylinder. The boom must be straight and horizontal. If necessary, adjust the wing as follows: 1. Support the boom to relieve the load from the hydraulic cylinder. 2.

  • Page 101: Change Of Bulbs

    Always use a clean cloth or tissue when handling halogen bulbs. Wear bushing renewal on steering If too much play is found in the steering, the wear bushes must be renewed. This should be done at your local HARDI dealer. Shield renewal on transmission shaft See the manufacturer’s instruction book.

  • Page 102: Change Of Tyre

    6 - Maintenance Change of tyre If necessary to replace tyres, it is recommended to leave this to a specialist and follow the mentioned rules. • Always clean and inspect the rim before mounting. • Always check that the rim diameter corresponds exactly to the rim diameter moulded on the tyre. •...

  • Page 103: Fan Transmission Pressure Adjustment

    6 - Maintenance Fan transmission pressure adjustment Fan transmission ports and connectors are: A = Pressure port = Return port D = Drain port P1 = Connector for working pressure measurement P2 = Connector for feed pressure = Adjustment screw for feed pressure = Suction port The transmission feed and working pressure are checked as follows: 1.

  • Page 104: Off-Season Storage

    6 - Maintenance Off-season storage Off-season storage program To preserve the sprayer intact and to protect the components, carry out following off-season storage program. Before storage When the spraying season is over, you should devote some extra time to the sprayer. If chemical residue is left over in the sprayer for longer periods, it may reduce the life of the individual components.
  • Page 105 6 - Maintenance After storage After a storage period the sprayer should be prepared for the next season the following way: 1. Remove the cover. 2. Remove the support from the wheel axle and adjust tyre pressure. 3. Wipe off the grease from hydraulic ram piston rods. 4.
  • Page 106 6 - Maintenance...

  • Page 107: Fault Finding

    7 - Fault finding Operational problems General info Operational incidents are frequently due to the same reasons: 1. A suction leakage reduces the pump pressure and may interrupt suction completely. 2. A clogged suction filter may damage suction or interrupt and prevent the pump from running normally. 3.

  • Page 108: Liquid System

    7 - Fault finding Liquid system FAULT PROBABLE CAUSE CONTROL/REMEDY No spray from boom when turned on. SmartValve positions wrong. Set correct valve positions for spraying. Suction/pressure filters clogged. Clean suction and pressure filters. No suction from tank. See if suction fitting in main tank sump is free of sedimentation.

  • Page 109: Hydraulic System - Z Model

    7 - Fault finding Hydraulic system - Z model FAULT PROBABLE CAUSE CONTROL/REMEDY No boom movements when activated. Insufficient hydraulic pressure. Check oil pressure. Check tractor hydraulic oil level. Insufficient oil supply. Oil flow must be min. l/min. and max. 130 l/min. Check tractor hydraulic oil level.

  • Page 110: Hydraulic Fan Transmission

    (reading failure on tractor meter). Check tractor meter. Feed pressure too low. Adjust feed pressure to correct setting. Pump/motor is worn. Get transmission checked by your HARDI dealer. Noisy fan transmission. Wrong oil quality (foam). Change oil to correct quality. Feed pressure too low.

  • Page 111: Controller Fault Codes

    7 - Fault finding Controller fault codes Below is a table of Alarms, Warnings etc. relevant for the boom, which may occur in the Terminal display. See separate instruction book for a full list of fault codes. ÷ NOTE! The ID is the fault identifier, and Pr is alert priority. These are useful for service staff. Type Text at display detail Criteria for fault...

  • Page 112: Mechanical Problems

    7 - Fault finding Mechanical problems Emergency operation - Liquid system In case of power failure it is possible to operate all functions of the operating unit manually. First disconnect the multi-plug from the control box. Now manually turn the emergency control knobs. The problem may be due to a blown fuse.

  • Page 113: Technical Specifications

    8 - Technical specifications Dimensions General info All measures, values and weights are depending on mounted options and specific adjustments. Overall dimensions 3300 7.30 3.60 (13.6 x 48) 2.55 3.00 1.50 to 2.25 4.80 0.80 (13.6 x 48) 4500 7.80 3.60 (13.6 x 48) 2.55 3.00...

  • Page 114: Weight

    8 - Technical specifications Weight All weights in Kilograms (kg) and weighted with wheels as specified. 3300 litre on 12.4x46 wheels: Empty tank Full tank* Boom width Axle load Drawbar load** Total weight* Axle load Drawbar load** Total weight 18 m 4215 4784 7259...

  • Page 115: Wheel And Axle Dimensions

    8 - Technical specifications Wheel and axle dimensions Wheel Short axle Long axle Mudguards Clearance* 11.2x48” 1500-2000 mm 1800-2250 mm 345 mm 700 mm 12.4x46” 1500-2000 mm 1800-2250 mm 345 mm 705 mm 12.4x52” 1500-2000 mm 1800-2250 mm 790 mm 13.6x48”...

  • Page 116: Specifications

    8 - Technical specifications Specifications Pump model 463/5.5 Pump model 463/6.5 Pump model 463/10.0 Pump model 463/12.0 Technical residue Worst case technical residue with largest tank, largest fluid system and boom. Narrower booms and fluid systems with less options will have less residues than stated below. Sprayer combination Dilutable volume - Non-dilutable volume -...

  • Page 117: Filters And Nozzles

    8 - Technical specifications Filters and nozzles Possible options: Mesh Filter gauze width EasyClean Cyclone In-line** Nozzle 0.58 mm 0.30 mm Yes, standard Yes* Yes* 0.18 mm Yes, standard Yes* Yes* 0.15 mm Yes* Yes* *depends on selected nozzles **not with PrimeFlow Power consumption Recommended tractor engine power output are as follows.

  • Page 118: Tyre Pressure

    8 - Technical specifications Tyre pressure Tyre pressure depends on: • Actual axle load. • Tyre size. • Actual speed of the sprayer. This means that it is often not possible to drive fully loaded sprayer at maximum speed when having narrow wheels mounted.

  • Page 119: Materials And Recycling

    8 - Technical specifications Materials and recycling Disposal of the sprayer When the equipment has completed its working life, it must be thoroughly cleaned. The tank, hose and synthetic fittings can be incinerated at an authorized disposal plant. The metallic parts can be scrapped. Always follow local legislation regarding disposal.

  • Page 120: Electrical Connections

    8 - Technical specifications Electrical connections Rear lights The wiring is in accordance with ISO 1724. Position Wire colour 1. LH direction indicator Yellow 2. Free Blue 3. Frame White 4. RH direction indicator Green 5. RH rear position lamp Brown 6.

  • Page 121: Charts

    8 - Technical specifications Charts Sprayer hydraulic Optional Optional RB LA LB RA 0.6/0.4 Boom 72809100 (ORSF) 72809200 (ORSF) 72809300 (ORSF) Boom hydraulic - Y 0.55 0.55 PA R A L I F T LO C K...

  • Page 122: Boom Hydraulic - Z

    8 - Technical specifications Boom hydraulic - Z HAZ 18-30 metres 0.55 0.55 HAZ only HAZ only HPZ only HAZ 32-36 metres...
  • Page 123 Protective gear, 65 Pump, 18 Fault codes - HC 6500, 111 Filling chemicals through tank lid, 65 Filling liquid chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller, 66 Quick reference, 71 Filling of water, 62 Filling powder chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller, 67 Rear lights, 120...
  • Page 124 Index Safety info, 58 Safety precautions, 65 Seal, 94 SetBox controls, 29 Snap-lock, 95 Spare parts, 125 Specifications Filters and nozzles, 117 Speed ring, 47 Speed transducer Sprayer, 47 Spray lance, 35 Sprayer use, 17 Spraying circuit, 86 Stability, 53 Stability functions, 29 Storage, 104 Suction filter, 107...
  • Page 125 Spare parts To see updated spare part information the website www.agroparts.com can be visited. Here all parts information can be accessed when free registration has been made.
  • Page 126 HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S Helgeshøj Allé 38 - DK 2630 Taastrup - DENMARK...

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