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OPERATING MANUAL
for
RAINSTAR
Series T32, T42
Version III – 2017
Art. Nr. 827 9980

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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL RAINSTAR Series T32, T42 Version III – 2017 Art. Nr. 827 9980...
  • Page 2 Non-observance of this manual may cause personal injury or damage the equipment! This manual is to be considered an integral part of BAUER RAINSTAR T. Suppliers of both new and used systems are advised to put down in writing that they delivered the manual together with the system.
  • Page 3 Address: Tel. / Fax: Note: Please make a note of the type and serial number of your BAUER RAINSTAR T and its accessories! Be sure to state these details every time you contact your dealer. It is very important to register the complete serial number (the sticker is placed inside the control panel) of the machine and its individual components.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

        THE MOST COMMON COMBINATION OF DIFFERENT CONSTANTS ............ 33     STOP - SENSOR ............................34     OPERATION OF THE BAUER ECOSTAR 4300 ..................35     7.7.1 SPEED ADJUSTMENT ........................36     7.7.2 PRE – OR POST IRRIGATION ...................... 36  ...
  • Page 5 INSTRUCTION FOR LUBRICATING THE REEL SEAL ................68 17  TECHNICAL DATA ......................... 69      17.1 STANDARD TYRES CART RAINSTAR T ....................70 18  TROUBLE SHOOTING ........................71  19  CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE ......................72  Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 6 Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 7 Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 8: 1  General Instructions

     Intended use also includes compliance with manufacturer’s operating, maintenance and service instructions.  BAUER RAINSTAR T may be used and operated only by persons who are familiar with the system and aware of the hazards involved. ...

  • Page 9: 2  General

    2 GENERAL BAUER products have been designed and manufactured carefully, subject to a system of continuous quality control. BAUER RAINSTAR models T32, T42 are turbine-driven machines designed for fully mechanised and labour-saving irrigation. System set-up, repositioning, and operation are all done with the tractor, handling required by the operator is restricted to only a few manipulations.
  • Page 10 The safety distance, when crossing an electric line, is reached, if the distances per the below chart are kept. The water beam may touch the conductor cable, but may not be higher than the conductor cable. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 11 When using synthetic pipes, you will not encounter any of these problems. NOTE ! DO NOT PUT PIPE LINE PIECES INTO A VERTICAL POSITION IN THE RANGE OF HIGH VOLTAGE LINES ! Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 12: 4  Warning Symbols

    Make sure that the RAINSTAR’s reel does not move during repairs. Slacken the PE-pipe. WARNING ! Keep away from the rear of the RAINSTAR!! Danger of bruising by the incoming sprinkler cart. Keep your distance! Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 13: 5  Description

    270° into the irrigation lane; special PE-pipe, drive system with TVR 18 full-flow turbine as well as the four-stage compact gearbox, and a sprinkler cart with the BAUER wide-range sprinkler The special composition of materials of the PE-pipe (polyethylene) has been purpose-designed for the RAINSTAR’s range of applications.

  • Page 14: 6  Putting Into Operation

    Track width indication (point 3), securing (points 1+ 2). 1.4. Fix the axle with bolts 1+2 1.5. Mount the jack. 1.6. Park the RAINSTAR on the ground on its wheels and on the jack Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 15 Remove the locking bracket from the reel Remove the tape from the gear shift lever. The gear shift lever remains in the same position. Remove the locking bracket from the cart lifting frame Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 16 Mount the shut-off rod s on the cart-lifting frame Caution: Test the shut off functions ! Malfunctions can cause damages on the machine ! (see operating manual) Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 17 Caution: The bend on the sprinkler connection pipe has to be on the to the pendulum).  Mount the sprinkler on the cart.  Attention: when installing the sprinkler mount the screw bottom-up  Place the weights on the pendulum. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 18  Two balancing weights remain on the pendulum. Depending on the nozzle size, mount none, one or two balancing weights on the wheel base opposite the PE-pipe. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 19: Preparations For The Run

    For lateral PE-pipe pull-off position the RAINSTAR on the border of the field in such a manner that the end of the PE-pipe lies in the middle of the irrigation strip between two crop rows. Park the machine and uncouple it from the tractor. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 20: Operating Mode I: Pe-Pipe Pull-Off

    If the supports do not dig into the ground sufficiently on hard soil in spite of the sharp shields, holes must be provided in the soil into which the supports are lowered, in order to guarantee sufficient machine stability. WARNING! Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 21: Lowering The Cart

    Push the gear shift lever down carefully – the cart moves down slowly The operator’s position must be outside the cart lowering area WARNING! Move the gear-shift lever to the „PE-pipe pull-off“ position. Push the lever down and let it click into place. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 22: Checking The Shut-Off

    If the PE-pipe has been exposed to the sun for a longer time or if its surface CAUTION ! temperature rises above 35 °C for some other reason, you must let water run through the pipe for several minutes to cool it off before pull-off or retraction. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 23: Operating Mode Ii: Laying Down The Pe-Pipe

    Adjust the setting bolt on the turbine which limits the toothed segment of the regulation according to the chart on the opposite. A wrong setting may block the turbine regulation! The flow rate can be found in the perfor Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 24: Starting Pe-Pipe Retraction

    Set the required retraction speed with the keys in the operating mode of the ECOSTAR 4300. The retraction speed can be changed any time, also while the machine is operating See “Retraction speed control with ECOSTAR Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 25: Retraction Stop, Restart (Emergency Shut-Off)

    During PTO rewind the automatic final shut-off system is inactive. Therefore you must NOTE !! stop the PTO shaft in time and wind up the last piece of PE-pipe with the hand wheel. This way you prevent damage to cart, shut-off system, gearbox, etc Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 26: 7  Ecostar 4300

    The electronic system of the ECOSTAR 4300 is rigidly built and has been tested under different climatic conditions. If problems still occur it is advisable to exchange the complete electronic box. If a sensor is defective it is possible to exchange only the sensor, too. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 27: Display Windows And Menu Overview

    Press the button MENU five times, in order to get to A: +45123456 display of menu 6. B: +45234567 (Only if GSM has been selected) When the sign █ appears on the display, it means that the respective function is turned on. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 28 14,0 volt. PRE- Current pre irrigation time. POST- Current post irrigation time. Pre- and post irrigation time can be changed immediately after pressing PRE- or POST – with keys „+“ and „–“. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 29 To set the start time press „PROG“-key three times and the time can be set with the keys „+“ and „– “. WORKING HOURS The total working hour since the electronic was started for the first time. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 30 The speed is set with keys „+“ and „ –“, at first the speed changes step by step 0,1 m/h, after 10 steps for 1,0 m/h. The speed can be changed at any time, even while the machine is running. If the time is checked it shows the new time for the remaining irrigation. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 31: Programming Of 4 Different Speeds

    By pressing the key “PROG“- the program is saved and the irrigation is carried out according to the program. By pressing the key „MENU“-the program is deleted and the speed stays the same for the whole field. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 32: Status Display

    Machine is performing pre irrigation. POST IRRIGATION: Machine is performing post irrigation. There are different constants that can be set by the user. These constants will be saved for years even if the battery is disconnected. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 33: The Most Common Combination Of Different Constants

    In order to ensure moisture protection by the cover gasket also the cover must be closed carefully! Welding – and repair works at the RAINSTAR should only be done when ATTENTION! the battery is disconnected! Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 34: Stop - Sensor

    By pressing the key PROG/POWER ON or the PE-Pipe is laid out, the electronics is activated again. The battery is charged only if the electronics is activated. There is no charging when in standby. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 35: Operation Of The Bauer Ecostar 4300

    OPERATION OF THE BAUER ECOSTAR 4300 Summary:  Pull off or lay down the PE – pipe  Connect water supply  Engage gearbox ECOSTAR: make settings only in the standard menu: Take over retraction speed from the last retraction or set again.

  • Page 36: Speed Adjustment

    This value “8” can be changed in the program (program constant No 2 and No 3) – See parameter sheet 1: constants. If the pre irrigation function is activated, the machine runs approx. ½ meter after the start and then stands still for the pre irrigation time. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 37: Start

    If the system is equipped with a pressure switch the machine will start when a preset minimum pressure is reached, or it stops irrigating when water pressure is too low. As soon as the pressure returns to normal level, irrigation is continued. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 38: Stop

    With this combination of keys the turbine regulation is stopped when the turbine rotation speed is low in order to change gears. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 39: Pressure Switch ( Optional Equipment)

    Net or pump station does retraction speed according to the not have enough pressure performance chart Retraction speed is not reached Incorrect gear ratio Change ratio Blocked turbine regulation Remove foreign object Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 40: Programming Procedure

    By pressing the key “MENU” the program returns to the standard display and saves the changed machine data. If the key „MENU“ is not pressed the ECOSTAR 4300 returns to normal mode after one minute and the adjustments of the constants are not saved. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 41 If the water amount (according to performance chart) constant 11 and the distance between the irrigation tracks (strip width according to performance ATTENTION! chart) constant 12 is not entered the dose indicated on the display is not correct. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 42 1 = US –unit [ft.] 0 = GSM-Modem not active 1 = GSM-Modem 2 = GSM-Modem, only numbers on the SMS-list First telephone number to call „A“ Second telephone number to call „B“ Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 43: Battery

    During operation of the battery on the ECOSTAR no special precautions need to be taken as the solar panel permanently charges the battery. 1. Every new RAINSTAR irrigation machine delivered by BAUER, which is equipped with an ECOSTAR is also equipped with a fully charged and ready to use battery.

  • Page 44: Solar Panel

    If the distance counter counts into the opposite direction then the speed sensor must be turned around in order that the cable connection is on top. Distance 1 - 3 mm between double sensor and magnet disc. Speed sensor Cable connection at the bottom Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 45: Limit Stop For Turbines - Regulating Valve With Ecostar 4300

    4. Check of the mechanic transmission to the stop sensor. 5. Adjustment of the limiting bolt for the tooth segment of the regulating valve according to the chart fixed on the machine. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 46: 8  Option - Sms

    The machine was stopped by an SMS, STOP DISTANCE: The machine has reached stop point (constant 8) MONITORING TIME: The machine has not moved for nn minutes (Constant 4) due to a malfunction. Check the machine before continuing. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 47 +44213 ... 0044213 ... 213... SPEED 11.1m/h To change machine data see operating manual. DOSE 22 mm TIME 14:10 STOP 7:43 +45123456 Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 48 Status only known commands are accepted. When a SMS is received, following is shown on the display Sending SMS Sending SMS, outgoing phone number and current #: +45123456 machine status. Status Running Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 49 GREEN YELLOW Flashes rapidly – Network search or – no SIM-card is inserted – no PIN is entered – no GSM-network is available STANDBY Flashes slowly (registered in the network) Connection (TALK) Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 50: 9  Cable Connections -Connection Diagram

    * if the distance counter counts into the wrong direction the speed sensor must be turned around. Attention: Power for modem only available if machine ATTENTION! constant 30 is on 1 or 2 !!! Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 51 9 not used View of connector holes for pin insertion (shows pin numbers) Antenna The antenna providing signal for GSM modem, should be placed in a way it provides good signal under all conditions. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 52: Checklist For Ecostar 4300

     When connecting the battery again you must not mistake the „Plus“ and „Minus“ clamps, as a short circuit is possible and the fuse falls, or the electronic system can be damaged. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 53 Proceed as follows (see also operating manual) a) Set retraction speed to 11,1 m/h b) Press the key PROGRAM 3x, this way parameter sheet no.1 shows, by pressing the key PROGRAM again you get to constant 7. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 54 Adjust off) the shut-off sensor is not adjusted correctly (Sensor distance too close shut-off sensor small). In the menu window the sensor signal does not go away (  ). Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 55 ECOSTAR according to the constants of questions parameter sheet no.1 and the machine data of parameter sheet no.2 need to be checked. If necessary please contact our customer service. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 56: Table For Pre-And Post-Irrigation

    11,0 72,0 36,0 24,0 18,0 14,4 12,0 10,3 78,0 39,0 26,0 19,5 15,6 13,0 11,1 84,0 42,0 28,0 21,0 16,8 14,0 12,0 10,5 90,0 45,0 30,0 22,5 18,0 15,0 12,9 11,3 10,0 Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 57: 10  Winding Mechanism

    Step 4: Move the guide part (3) of the winding carriage to the outermost reversing point of the groove to the right by turning the helically grooved spindle (2) Value X 1. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 58 Adjust the right guide bar at x 3 to the edge of the inner reel wall by turning the helically grooved spindle. (see chart)  PE – Rohr  T 32 T 32, T 42 T 42 T 42 Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
  • Page 59 At this point, the winding carriage moves from the reversing point to the left direction A ). Step 6: Mount the winding chain (1) , reel unchanged with inlet bend pointing down. Tighten the winding chain (1). Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 60: 11  Shut-Off And Safety Equipment

    To avoid troubles caused by faulty windings of the PE-pipe on the reel, shut-off is also activated by the shut- off frame when faulty pipe windings build up on the reel. 11.1 SETTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHUT-OFF Gearbox G 3-4 Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 61: Setting The Shifting Gate

    Pull the hexagon nuts (2) of the band brake, until the pull spring (12) has a length of A = 140 mm / 5,51 inch (2) secure the hexagon nuts Pill the hexagon nut (3) until the spring(5) with B = 20 mm / 0,79 inch is biases, secure with nuts (4). Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 62: Setting The Break Lever To Ventilize The Pe-Pipe

    The hexagon nuts (6) on the threaded rod (7) must be twisted back, to reach a distance of 10 mm between shut –off lever and the shifting plate(8) according to the sketch. Secure the hexagon nuts (6). Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 63: Inspection Of The Band Brake For Release Of The Band Brake

    Screw down the screw (18) and lock with nut (19). Switch the shut-off lever (9) into shut-off position. Screw down the hex. nut (15) on the switch bar (16) to the bracket of the shut-off frame. Lock the nut. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 64: Inspection Of The Shut-Off

    Move the shut-off lever (9) in „PE-pipe retraction position“. Pull the speed compensating bar (13) into the shut-off position = 40 mm from the reel The shut-off lever must jump into the shut-off position! Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 65: 12  Setting Turbine Brake

    At the end of retraction the cart is lifted automatically. Owing to its pendulous mounting the sprinkler is not tilted but always remains in the optimum position regarding distance of throw and distribution uniformity. This pendulous mounting assembly compensates also slopes in the terrain in longitudinal direction Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 66: 14  Optional Equipment

    The low pressure shut off valve can only be used if only one irrigation machine is being supplied by the pump. If more than one machines are supplied by the pump the low pressure shut off valve cannot be used! Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 67: Combined Shut-Off

    Open the blind flange at the RAINSTAR connection. Clean the RAINSTAR and regrease all appropriate points. Store the machine preferably in a roofed shelter where it is protected from direct exposure to the weather. Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 68: 16  Service And Maintenance

    85 Nm undercarriage Trailer coupling 210 Nm INSTRUCTION FOR LUBRICATING THE REEL SEAL 16.1 In order to ensure durable and trouble-free functioning of the real seal, it must be greased twice every season Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 69: 17  Technical Data

    C [mm] T 32 T 42 symmetrical Cart dimensions asymmetrisch Track Basic asym. width Sym. cart tyres model cart height 1200-3000 (3800) 1200-2000 T 32 , T 42 165/70 R13 1100 1100 Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 70: Standard Tyres Cart Rainstar T

    2400 75-280 75-300 1520 2480 75-330 1550 2620 85-220 1530 2410 75-350 1650 2780 85-270 1670 2760 1720 2930 85-300 85-320 1750 3050 90-260 1710 2880 90-280 1750 3010 1790 3140 90-300 Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 71: 18  Trouble Shooting

    General: compare supply pressure and water flow with performance chart values. Cart is not lifted Wrong gearbox transmission Select correct transmission. Water is running out at Lip seal or sealing bush damaged Replace affected parts the reel supply (flange bow) Series T32, T42 Operation manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...

  • Page 72: 19  Conformity Certificate

    Irrigation machine with drum cart Corresponds analogously to the requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. In case of a modification of the machine not accorded with BAUER GmbH, this declaration will cease to be valid. The following standards as amended have been applied analogously: DIN EN 12100-1 Safety of machines –...

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