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- Page 1 Operator's Manual 67301503 (04/03)
- Page 3 Operator's Manual 67301503 (04/03) HARDI ® reserves the right to make changes in design, material, or specifi cation without notice thereof. ® HARDI and other product names are registered trademarks ® of HARDI Inc. in the U.S. and in other countries.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Diaphragm pumps ......23 General specifi cations ......48 Manifold Valve and Pressure Valve ..24 Warranty Policy and Conditions ..... 50 Pressure Manifold Valve..... 24 Notes............52 Pressure Regulator Valve... 24 Hyd. controlled section valves.... 25 HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... - Page 6 ® Some of the features on your HARDI MERCURY sprayer were suggested by grow ers. There is no sub stitute for “on farm” experience and we invite your comments and sug gestions. Please address your correspondence to the Service Manager at one of these branches: HARDI ®...
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Page 7: Description
Zone Concept ® The trailed HARDI MERCURY sprayers are divided into two different zones. Working zone: with ease of use in mind; all the elements for regulating the fl uid circuit are located at the front of the machine. Application zone: with operator safety in mind; all the parts that come into contact with chemical products have been located at the rear of the machine. -
Page 8: Basic Description Of The Machine
Identifi cation plate The identifi cation plate is located on the front, right-hand side of the frame, indicating the model and serial number. The machine number is engraved on the frame, next to the identifi cation plate. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 9: Use Of The Sprayer
Use of the sprayer The HARDI ® MERCURY sprayer is designed for the application of chemical crop protection prod- ucts and liquid fertilizers. The equipment can only be used for this purpose. Using the sprayer for any other purpose is not permitted. -
Page 10: Safety Instructions
Be sure that new equipment components expelled from the outlet or clothing can be sucked include any current safety labels. Re place ment safety into the inlet. labels are available from your authorized HARDI ® dealer. 10. Always keep children away from your sprayer and/or tractor unit. -
Page 11: Handling Chemical Products Safely
7._________________________________________ fer ring and applying chemicals after use. Follow the 8._________________________________________ instructions on the chemical label for the correct procedure required. Wash spray residue from out- 9._________________________________________ side of the sprayer to prevent corrosion. 10._________________________________________ HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 12: Mistblowing Technique
This book should be read in conjunction with the “Mistblowing Technique” manual (#673706, supplied with the equipment), to help you to achieve the best results. Mistblowing technique HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 13: Connecting The Sprayer
® The HARDI MERCURY sprayer is equipped with a wheel jackstand. When the sprayer is not at- tached to the tractor, the wheel jackstand should be locked into Position 1 with the two pins (see photo). The height of the machine can be ad justed by turning handle A. -
Page 14: Drawbars
Connecting the sprayer Drawbars ® There are two types of drawbars available for the HARDI MERCURY sprayer: the swivel draw bar, and the turnable hitch drawbar. Swivel drawbar (standard) The swivel drawbar is attached close to the body of the tractor. Before connecting the P.T.O. shaft, make sure that the drawbar is fi... -
Page 15: Adjusting The Drawbar Length
Make sure that protection guards around the tractor P.T.O. and implement shaft are intact. Always STOP ENGINE and remove the ignition key before carrying out maintenance or repairs to the transmission shaft or implement. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 16: Installation Of P.t.o. Shaft
Note: Female part towards tractor. Fit chains to prevent the protection guards from ro tat ing with the shaft. 7. To ensure long life of the P.T.O. shaft, try to avoid working angles greater than 15°. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 17: Wheel Types
Connecting the sprayer Wheel types ® HARDI MERCURY sprayers are equipped with 12.5L x 15” tires on 15” x 10” x 8 bolt rims. WHEELS (Tires & Rims) Model Standard Optional Mercury 600 12.5L x15" 14Lx16.1" (12 ply) Working pressure: 32 psi (2.2 bar) The sprayer’s tires should always be at the correct pressure as they act as a suspension system... -
Page 18: Suspension
® The frames of HARDI MERCURY sprayers can be fi tted with a novel and exclusive torsion sus- pension system that is capable of smooth ing and absorbing irregularities in the terrain. This sys tem improves safety on long trips over rough terrain and reduces time spent on trips for fi lling, etc... -
Page 19: Hydraulic System
Connecting the sprayer Hydraulic system ® Connection requirements for HARDI MERCURY sprayers are: • Two single acting outlets (one for each hydraulically controlled section valve). BE SURE TO HOOK UP HYDRAULIC LINES PROPERLY! ENSURE HYDRAULIC LINES HAVE NOT BEEN DAMAGED DURING SHIP- PING. -
Page 20: Setting Up
fi lter has been cleaned and maintained. It is necessary to clean the fi lter after every working day in order to keep the fi lter free of blockage. Inline Pressure Filter Suction Filter HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 21: Pressure Fi Lters
Setting up Pressure fi lters The Mercury sprayers are equipped with in-line pressure fi lters to pro vide a clean fl ow of liquid to the nozzles. This is the last fi lter before the nozzles, and will prevent the nozzles from becoming clogged with left over prod uct res idue solidifying in the hoses. -
Page 22: Main Tank
V-shaped slot . To close the drain valve again, pull the red handle down and release . The valve will close automatically HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 23: Clean Water Tank
Turn ing them slightly in either direction will pro duce a noticeable click. The nozzle holders are fi tted with a non-drip valve which prevents loss of remaining product in the tubes after the sections have been closed. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 24: Agitation
After using the powder mixer it must be turned off, as it uses a large amount of the available fl ow. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 25: Operating The Sprayer
Operating the sprayer Plumbing diagram ® The HARDI MERCURY sprayers use manually controlled operating units with hydraulically controlled section valves. mercury HC/2 1. Main tank 7. Safety valve 2. Suction fi lter 8. Agitation 3. Pump 9. Powder mixer 4. -
Page 26: Manifold Valve And Pressure Valve
The pressure regulator valve is centrally located for easy calibration and allows for simple change of application rates. The 4” pressure gauge located nearby is easy to read from the ground or tractor. Pressure regulator valve HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 27: Hyd. Controlled Section Valves
The hydraulic lever can be returned to the neutral position after switching a section "On" or "Off". If you do not like the direction required to activate a nozzle section, switch positions of the hose in the single-acting outlet for that section. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 28: Axial Blower Units
Axial blower units Optional defl ectors V-L De- fl ec tor Orchards in general: fruit trees, citrus and unirrigated. JET De- fl ec tor Orchards in palmeta. Channel Intensive fruit tree and citrus orchards . HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 29: Safety Grills
During the working day, wear proper hearing protection to protect your hearing from the noise pro duced by the blower. In the case of vibrations or knocking, stop the blower immediately. AIR OUTLET AIR INTAKE Outlet Grill Suction Grill HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 30: Angling Of The Fan Blades
SF85 blower units it will also be necessary to unscrew the central screws that fi x the support rims to the hub casing Remove the outer support rim and leave the inner one fi xed to the hub casing , which is held in place by various roll pins located at its rear. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... - Page 31 IF P3-C2 or P2-C1 ARE ALIGNED BY MISTAKE THE FAN BLADE WILL HAVE TOO GREAT AN ANGLE WITH THE CONSEQUENT RISK OF BURNING THE FAN CLUTCH. Consult your nearest dealer about modifi cations to the fan blade angles. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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Page 32: Air Outlet Width Adjustment
B. Place the 15 mm spacers on the inner or outer part of the fan housing. In the case of there being two spacers together, they should be placed on the side of the cone A (mm) SF45 SF65 SF85 Minimum Middle STANDARD Maximum HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 33: Gearbox Oil Change
51 oz. (1.5 liters) 34 oz. (1 liter) The oil fi ll is at the top of the mechanism, behind the tank. SAE-20/50 MULTIGRADE or SAE-90 oil should be used in areas with high temperatures. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 34: Unit Sf45
SF45 45° 27500 A (mm) A (mm) 25000 22500 20000 17500 R.P.M. R.P.M. • In low gear reduce the volume • In low gear reduce the power rate values by 20% consumption values by 40% HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 35: Unit Sf65
40000 A (mm) A (mm) 37500 35000 32500 30000 27500 25000 R.P.M. R.P.M. • In low gear reduce the volume • In low gear reduce the power rate values by 20% consumption values by 40% HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 36: Unit Sf85
SF85 45° 27500 A (mm) A (mm) 25000 22500 20000 17500 R.P.M. R.P.M. • In low gear reduce the volume • In low gear reduce the power rate values by 20% consumption values by 40% HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 37: Maintenance
8 working hours, and the tubes and axles every 20 hours. ® NOTE. In all the HARDI MERCURY models, the P.T.O. shaft that con nects the pump to the fan must also be greased. -
Page 38: Drawbar
Whenever dismantling any fi lter or hose pipe take care not to pinch the o-rings fi tted to them. When replacing the pipe fi tting, smear the o-ring with oil or grease so that it falls easily into place in its groove. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 39: Diaphragm Pumps
Never use a piece of wire or a needle as this could cause irreparable damage to the nozzle. If any of the nozzles leak on closing the sector the non-drip diaphragm should be replaced HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 40: Maintenance Intervals
Grease hydraulic section valves. 1000 Every working hours. Carry out the aforementioned tasks. Service all the hubs. Service the transmission. Service the pump. Service the gearbox. Check the pressure gauge. Service the clutch and fan. Change the wheels. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 41: Cleaning - Basic Concepts
REMEMBER. 1. Clean sprayers are safe sprayers. 2. A clean sprayer is always ready for action. 3. Clean sprayers are not damaged by pesticides and their solvents. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 42: Cleaning The Sprayer
Continue until clean water is coming through the nozzles. Stop the pump and re as- semble the suction fi lter. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 43: Off-Season Storage
Tire black can be applied to the tire side walls to preserve the rubber. 14. To protect against dust, the sprayer can be cov ered by a tarpaulin. Ensure ventilation to prevent con densation. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 44: Preparation After Off-Season Storage
4. Connect the sprayer to the tractor, including hy draulics. 5. Check all hydraulic functions. 6. Empty the tank of remaining anti-freeze. 7. Rinse the entire liquid circuit on the sprayer with clean water. 8. Fill with clean water and check all functions. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 45: Troubleshooting
No liquid comes out of Air entering suction. Check that the suction O-ring seals the nozzles. properly. Check the main suction hose and its connections. Make sure that the valve bodies and suction chamber are not loose. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... - Page 46 Check for blockage by opening and clos- ing agitation. Foam production. Air is entering the Check for loose nuts/fi ttings/O-rings in system. the suction system. Excessive agitation Close the agitation. Reduce the tractor's r.p.m. Use anti-foaming agent. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
- Page 47 Vibrations or noises in The gear is not properly Put the gear lever in the correct position. the gearbox. engaged. Worn tooth-wheels. Replace the tooth-wheels. Oil level below minimum. Fill to the indicated level. HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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Page 48: Technical Data
2040 lbs. (926 kg) Full 6990 lbs. (3171 kg) 890 lbs. (405 kg) 7885 lbs. (3576 kg) All the weights are approximate. Wheels WHEELS (Tires & Rims) Model Standard Optional Mercury 600 12.5L x15" 14Lx16.1" (12 ply) HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 49: Diaphragm Pumps
44.1 18.7 25.1 30.9 33.5 37.2 43.3 18.5 24.3 30.4 32.7 36.2 42.5 18.0 23.8 29.8 32.2 35.6 41.7 Maximum pressure: 294 PSI (20 bar) Weight: 116 lbs. (52.6 kg.) Normal working revolutions: 540 r/min HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 50: General Specifi Cations
The metal parts can be taken to a scrapyard. 102 psi (7 bar) Always follow local legislation regarding disposal. Materials Tanks: UV resistant polyethylene Hoses: PVC or rubber Valves: PA with carbon fi ber Fittings: PA Fan: Aluminium HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... - Page 51 General specifi cations Pictograms Description Powder mixer Clean water tank Connecting the sprayer Fluid circuit Specifi cations Diaphragm pumps Off-season storage Operating units Operational problems Filters Maintenance Blower unit Cleaning Main tank Warning Nozzles Lubrication Agitation HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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Page 52: Warranty Policy And Conditions
Further, HARDI ® shall not be responsible for damage in transit or handling by any common carrier and under no circumstances within or without the warranty period will HARDI ® be liable for damages of loss of use, or damages resulting from delay or any consequential damage. - Page 53 (excluding fi ttings, lids and gaskets) to TEN YEARS. To qualify for this extended warranty, the tank must be drained and fl ushed with fresh water after each day of use. HARDI ®...
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Page 54: Notes
Notes HARDI ® MERCURY OPERATOR'S MANUAL... - Page 56 ® 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. 8550 W. Roosevelt Avenue 337 Sovereign Rd.
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