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OPERATING MANUAL RAINSTAR Series TX Plus...
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Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing a BAUER RAINSTAR! We have pleasure to present to you the BAUER RAINSTAR, an irrigation machine that features state-of-art technology and top quality. This manual describes how to assemble, operate and service your BAUER RAINSTAR.
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In all warranty claims and correspondence relating to this machine it is essential to specify the full serial number group including all letters. This applies to both the machine and the components concerned. We cannot emphasise this point often enough. Manual for BAUER RAINSTAR TX Plus...
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Intended use also includes compliance with the manufacturer’s operating, maintenance and service instructions. The BAUER RAINSTAR may be used and operated only by persons who are familiar with the device and aware of the hazards involved. All rules for accident prevention as well as any other generally valid specifications and regulations relating to safety, work medicine and traffic law must be strictly observed.
The MOST COMMON COMBINATION OF DIFFERENT CONSTANTS ............27 STOP - SENSOR ..............................28 Operation of the BAUER ECOSTAR 4300 ......................29 6.7.1 SPEED ADJUSTMENT ............................ 30 6.7.2 PRE – OR POST IRRIGATION ........................30 ...
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OVERPRESSURE SHUT-OFF VALVE (OPTIONAL WITH MECHANICAL SPEED CONTROL) ..........................56 LOW-PRESSURE OR UNDERPRESSURE SHUT-OFF VALVE (OPTIONAL WITH ECOSTAR 4300) ........................57 LOW-PRESSURE OR UNDERPRESSURE SHUT-OFF VALVE (OPTIONAL WITH MECHANICAL SPEED CONTROL) ..................57 TX Plus Manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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SETTING THE BAND BRAKE ..........................75 22.3 SETTING THE THREADED ROD ........................76 22.4 TESTING THE BAND BRAKE for release of the brake band ................76 22.5 SETTING THE GEARBOX SHUT-OFF ....................... 77 Manual for BAUER RAINSTAR TX Plus...
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22.6 TESTING THE SHUT-OFF ............................ 78 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE .................. 78 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................79 CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE ..................84 VIII TX Plus Manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
6. Liquids emerging under high pressure (hydraulic oil) may penetrate the skin and cause serious injuries! An injured person must see a doctor immediately! Danger of infection! 7. Before working on the hydraulic system the machine must be lowered, the system depressurised and the engine turned off! Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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Before electric welding on the tractor and mounted machines the generator and battery cables must be disconnected! Spare parts must meet manufacturer’s minimum technical specifications! This is the case for instance with original spare parts for instance! Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Individual pipe sets are no longer laid down by hand; system set-up, repositioning, and operation are all done with the tractor only. BAUER RAINSTAR is a universal machine capable of covering fields of varying lengths and widths. There is no need for supervision while the system is operating.
14. Before starting to irrigate near electric power lines you should contact your local power supply company regarding safe distances that have to be allowed. 15. Maximum permissible speed: 10 km/h Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
270°, and the reel with the special PE-pipe, the multifunctional compact gearbox with TX20 turbine, and the high-rise cart that is ideal particularly for high crops, with the BAUER wide-range gun. The material of the PE-pipe corresponds to the latest findings of the art. One end of the pipe connects to the reel drum and to the water supply through its axle.
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5 km/h. You must also take into consideration that this type of transport requires a wider driving lane. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Set the part circle on the wide-range sprinkler (approx. 220° for full strip width). Confer to separate sprinkler manual for detailed sprinkler instructions. Adjust the WINDGUN to prevailing wind conditions by adjustment of the trajectory angle. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
For lateral pull-off remove the lock bolt, turn the reel into the direction of the driving lane and secure it again with the lock bolt. Remove transport lock bolts from support legs. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Machine supports are equipped with a spike which penetrates the soil very easily with the „hydraulic supports“ option. 5.2.2 LOWERING THE CART Disengage the mechanical locking of the cart in the operating position. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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POSITIONS OF THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER Slackening the PE-pipe Shut-off position Transport position Gear stage I Gear stage II PE-pipe pull-off PTO rewind Push the gear shift lever downward carefully - the carts moves down slowly. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
If the PE-pipe has been exposed to the sun for a longer period or if its surface temperature rises above 35 °C for some other reason you must let water run WARNING! through the pipe to cool it off before the unwinding or retraction procedure. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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CAUTION! When the cart is lifted in the shut-off position the gear-shift lever is held in the 0 position and shifting is not allowed! The reel starts pulling in the PE-pipe . Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
(optional equipment). Afterwards secure the adjusting lever again with the knurled nuts. Lever up = slower Lever down = faster The drive has four speed ranges (see Functional Description on page 16). WARNING! TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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If the RAINSTAR becomes misaligned or pulled aslant during the irrigation run, it must be realigned. For this purpose you have to slacken the PE-pipe first. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Drive the RAINSTAR into the field allowing for the sprinkler’s distance of throw. *) W = distance of through of the sprinkler TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
= <10 85 TX Plus , PE Ø 90 [ m/h ] 11 - 30 22 - 55 15 - 40 30 - >100 833 5804 . 4 833 5861 . 4 Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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This shut-off position applies also for transporting the machine on streets and roads! Switching from I to II or the other way round is easy to do with the gear shift lever when the cart is lowered and the turbine rotating. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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PTO shaft. Move the gear shift lever to zero position. A spring presses the gear shift lever into the locking recess. In this position the band brake is released. This gear shift lever position serves also for PE-pipe pull-off. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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Therefore you must stop the PTO in time and wind up the end of the PE-pipe with the hand wheel. This will prevent damage to cart, shut-off, gearbox, etc. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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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. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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 the ATTENTION! battery is disconnected! TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
6.7 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.
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. When pressing the button “START-RESET” , during pre-irrigation the pre-irrigation function is deleted. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
With this combination of keys the turbine regulation is stopped when the turbine rotation speed is low in order to change gears. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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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. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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.
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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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+44213 ... 0044213 ... 213... SPEED 11.1m/h To change machine data see operating manual. DOSE 22 mm TIME 14:10 STOP 7:43 +45123456 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
* 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 !!! TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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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 ( ). TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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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 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
90 mm. MECHANICAL SPEED CONTROL SETTING ON TX RAINSTARS Wassermenge Einzugsgeschwindigkeit Water flow Retraction speed Loch/Hole/Trou Débit Vitesse d’enroulement m³/h 65 TX Plus 75 TX Plus 85 TX Plus 90 TX Plus Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
9.1 TACHOMETER ( OPTIONAL ) The retraction speed of RAINSTAR with mechanical speed regulation can be read from BAUER SPEEDOMETER . Operating instructions: SPEEDOMETER Description : With this novel tachometer design you can read the sprinkler retraction speed comfortably from the large LCD display.
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PE-pipe diameter (in mm) 40-200 Number of pipe layers Number of gear stages Data are saved by pressing the "ON" key . Please take specific machine data of the individual models from the table. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
The gearbox is disengaged, 0 position. A spring presses the lever up (shut-off position) and prevents fast reversing of PE-pipe or reel. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
This way the drive is stopped. 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. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
(OPTIONAL on ECOSTAR Star 4300) With the overpressure shut-off valve, water supply to the machine is turned off completely at the end of the irrigation run. When the valve closes, pressure rises in the supply line. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
Before starting up with water again the hand lever must be shifted to the START position (downward) - the shut-off valve is relieved and opens. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Before starting up with water again the hand lever of the three-way cock must be shifted to the START position (downward) - the shut-off valve is relieved and opens. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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. Drain screw for gear oil. Oil or grease the jack. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Turn the hex. nuts (6) on threaded rod (4) apart until a spacing of 2 - 3 mm results between the shut-off lever (5) and the gear shift lever (7). Then lock the hex. nuts (6). TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
Switch into 2 gear (position “II“). Proceed as described above. If the spacing is smaller than 1 mm or large than 3 mm, the difference must be split up equally on both sides! Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Screw down the setscrew (13) with the cap nut to the shut-off lever (7) and turn it in until the shut-off point is reached (see above). Lock the setscrew (13). 60 - 62 TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
(Position “I). Screw down the adjusting nuts (21) to the shut-off frame (14) and turn them in until shut-off is actuated. Lock the adjusting nuts (21)! Gleitfäche fetten ! Grease gliding planes! Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
If shut-off is not actuated, proceed as follows: Hook up the cart lift bracket (15) with the locking hook (16). Turn in the setscrew (17) on the shut-off frame (14) – see above – further until shut-off is actuated! Lock setscrew! TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
20 WINDING MECHANISM - STARTING POSITION 65 TX Plus 0° 75 TX Plus 0° 85 TX Plus 0° 90 TX Plus 0° 90 TX Plus Ø 85 a = 105° Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Transport position Slackening PE-pipe PE-pipe retraction Brake release PE-pipe pull-off PTO rewind 21.4 PE-PIPE PULL-OFF Move gear shift lever into the “PE-pipe pull-off“ position. A spring presses the lever up and locks it. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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Couple the pressure hose. Open water supply. Put the gear shift lever into the correct position. TX 20 m / h m / h m / h > 45 m / h Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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I f a w r o n g g e a r w a s s e l e c t e d : BE CAREFUL WHEN SHIFTING: WARNING! If the PE-pipe is stretched .. SLACKEN IT! PROPER PROCEDURE: Pull shut-off lever into shut-off position ... TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
It provides the energy needed for PE-pipe retraction. The turbine speed is taken directly off the impeller shaft and transmitted over a V-belt drive to BAUER change-speed gearbox. Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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BAUER change-speed gearbox reduces the turbine speed according retraction speed. The gearbox incorporates four gears. Reel drive stop at the end of the irrigation strip is ensured by disengagement of the tooth clutch. The four-speed gearbox allows you to adapt the system precisely to existing operating conditions. As a result...
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WARNING! If the shut-off lever is in the shut-off position, press the lever down slowly and carefully so that the band brake is released and the PE-pipe slackens (see also page 15). Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Winding up the PE-pipe with the PTO will become necessary if there is no need to continue irrigating due to natural rainfall, or if the PE-pipe was pulled off the reel for winterization. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
21.6 SPEED CONTROL Speed control with ECOSTAR - see page 18 Mechanical speed control - see page 34 21.7 TACHOMETER Optional equipment for systems with mechanical speed control – see page 12 Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
A spring snubs the lever up (shut-off position) and the band brake prevents fast reversing of PE-pipe and the reel. Slacken the PE-pipe by pushing down the gear shift lever carefully. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
(12) A = 144 - 148 mm. Then lock the hex. nuts (2). Tighten the hex. nut (3) until the spring (5) is pretensioned C = 22mm, lock with nut (4). TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
WARNING! this purpose turn the PTO shaft shortly to the right and to the left with the hand wheel. If you do not observe this the gearbox may break! Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
Screw the hex. nut (15) on the control rod (16) down to the lever (14) of the shut-off frame. Lock the nut. Basic unit 90 TX Plus 65 TX 85 TX 75 TX 90 TX Gleitfäche fetten ! Grease gliding plane TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
Sprinkler nozzle blocked. Remove foreign object. General: compare connecting pressure and water flow with performance chart values. Cart is not lifted Wrong gearbox transmission Select correct V-belt and drive transmission. TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR series...
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Weight incl. empty PE-pipe Hitch height - w. height increase Overall length incl. cart Cart track width Max. width at largest track width Cart tires Overall height Cart tire pressure Overall length without cart Series TX Plus Operating manual for BAUER RAINSTAR...
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 –...