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  • Page 1 2011...
  • Page 2 OVERVIEW The purpose of this manual is to provide you with the basic information needed to operate and maintain the LP2000. It does not hold USC, LLC liable for any accidents or injuries that may occur. OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES...
  • Page 3 If there is any damage or shortages, the purchaser must immediately notify your USC dealer. Ownership passes to purchaser when the unit leaves the USC, LLC. premises. The purchaser is responsible for unloading and mounting all components of the equipment.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Table of Contents Table of Contents Section Contents Page # Legend ..................5 Section A Safety Instructions ..............6 Section B Installation ................14 Section C Mechanical Operation ............18 System Overview ..............18 Supply Hopper ............... 19 Seed Wheel ................

  • Page 5: Legend

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Legend Legend Throughout this manual there are small icons located in the left margin. They indicate special information that may apply to your seed treater model. As the legend below indicates, there is 1 icon, each of which represent a different seed treater setup.

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Section Section Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Every year accidents in the work place maim, kill, and injure people. Although it may be impossible to prevent all accidents, with the right combination of training, operating practices, safety devices, and operator vigilance, the number of accidents can be significantly reduced.
  • Page 7 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Mandatory Lockout Power Symbol. Disconnect, lockout, and tagout electrical and other energy sources before inspect- ing, cleaning, or performing maintenance on this panel. International Safety Alert Symbol. The exclamation point (!) surrounded by a yellow triangle indicates that an injury hazard exists.
  • Page 8 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURES Lockout/Tagout is the placement of a lock/tag on an energy isolating device in accordance with an established procedure. When taking equipment out of service to perform maintenance or repair work, always follow the lockout/tagout procedures as outlined in ANSI Z344.1 and/or OSHA Standard 1910.147.
  • Page 9 LP2000 with Seed Wheel YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your USC, LLC Seed Treating System. YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain, or work around the Seed Treating System be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
  • Page 10 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 4. Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible place. 5. Do not allow children, spectators or bystanders within hazard area of machine. 6. Wear appropriate protective gear. This includes but is not limited to: ...
  • Page 11 LP2000 with Seed Wheel PLACEMENT SAFETY 1. Move only with the appropriate equipment 2. Stay away from overhead power lines when moving Seed Treating System. Electrocution can occur without direct contact. 3. Be familiar with machine hazard area. If anyone enters hazard areas, shut down machine immediately.
  • Page 12 Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of sign backing paper. Located on the USC equipment you will find safety labels. Always be sure to read and follow all directions on the labels.
  • Page 13 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Guards provided with USC Seed treater are to remain in place during operation. USC, Page 13...

  • Page 14: Installation

    SET-UP The following steps outline the initial set-up of your USC Seed Treating system: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, before moving. 2. Be sure there is enough clearance from overhead obstructions and power lines or other equipment to move the machine into its working position.
  • Page 15 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 4. Remove any boxes and the front leg from the drum of the treater. 5. Install the four legs provided and set up on a level surface, preferably concrete. When all four legs are mounted in the same pin hole, the seed treater has a slight slope to allow seed to travel through the machine.
  • Page 16 13. Have a certified electrician provide power to the seed treating system. Provide convenient shutdown switches and comply with local electrical codes. The USC system must be connected to the same electrical requirements as specified in the main control panel on the...
  • Page 17 LP2000 with Seed Wheel NOTES USC, Page 17...

  • Page 18: Mechanical Operation

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Section Section Mechanical Operation Mechanical Operation SYSTEM OVERVIEW Supply Hopper Rotating Drum Seed Wheel 27-gallon Mix Tank Calibration Tube Inoculant Tank Bracket Flow Meter Filter Atomizer Chamber Conveyor Outlets Peristaltic Pump (2-200 Pump Motor Adjustable & I/P Pump Head)

  • Page 19: Supply Hopper

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel SUPPLY HOPPER The supply hopper has a capacity of approximately 7 units of seed. The hopper supplies seed to the atomizing chamber where seed first comes in contact with the treatment. The seed flow is controlled by the seed wheel. The adjustable seed gate is not used when using the seed wheel.
  • Page 20 The purpose of the seed wheel is to simplify calibration and make seed flow calibration more accurate. The seed wheel saves time when switching to different seed sizes and seed types, and can be mounted to most LP800 and LP2000 models.

  • Page 21: Atomizer Chamber

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel 4. Seed Wheel Pocket: Catches the seed as the wheel rotates. Approximately 7 to 9 pounds are held in each pocket, depending on the type and size of seed. 5. Opening to Atomizer: This is where the seed is dispensed from the pockets into the atomizer chamber.

  • Page 22: Pump #1 Liquid System

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel PUMP #1 LIQUID SYSTEM The USC seed treater is equipped with a 27-gallon mix tank with an electric drive liquid agitator to keep chemicals mixed and in suspension. The agitator should be running at all times when treatment is present in the mix tank. The tank is equipped with a shut-off, drain plug, and drain valve located on the bottom.
  • Page 23 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Pump #1 Liquid System utilizes a variable speed peristaltic pump and special norprene pump tubing for liquid metering. Liquid will only come into contact with the inside diameter of the pump tubing and not the pump. This allows for easy cleanup and less maintenance of the pump.
  • Page 24 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Seed Treatment: This valve controls the direction of the liquid coming from pump #1. Pump #1 pumping liquid to valve on top Pump #1 pumping liquid to atomizer. of mix tank. Used when treating seed. Valve on Mix Tank: This valve directs the liquid coming from the Calibrate side of the Seed Treatment Valve.

  • Page 25: Flow Meter

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel FLOW METER (optional) The volumetric flow meter is programmed at USC to display ounces per minute and total ounces. Metric units can also be displayed if specified during ordering. The front part of the flow meter display is a touch screen. If you need to clean the screen, be sure to disconnect power to the flow meter before cleaning.

  • Page 26: Pump #2 Liquid System

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel PUMP #2 LIQUID SYSTEM The Pump #2 Liquid System or Inoculant Kit includes an additional variable speed peristaltic pump, 2 three way valves, plumbing, and a 5 gallon poly tank. The pump is tied to the pump #2 controls which are pre-wired into the main control panel. (see...
  • Page 27 LP2000 with Seed Wheel NOTES USC, Page 27...

  • Page 28: Electrical Operation

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Section Section Electrical Operation Electrical Operation HIGH VOLTAGE ~ Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the control panel or lead wires. HIGH VOLTAGE ~ Use insulated tools when making adjustments while the controls are under power.
  • Page 29 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Controls Explained 1. Pump #1 Voltmeter: Displays the DC voltage for pump #1. As pump #1 speed is increased or decreased, this number will also increase or decrease. 2. Hand/Off/Auto Switch (for Pump #1 & #2): This switch controls pump #1, pump #2, and any device connected to the auxiliary port.
  • Page 30 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 7. Liquid Adj. Pump #2: This dial allows the operator to adjust the speed of pump #2. The setting should be chosen in relation to the application rate for the treatment being applied to the seed.

  • Page 31: Bottom Of Control Panel

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Bottom of Control Panel Atomizer Auxiliary Flow Meter Receptacle Port Receptacle Atomizer Receptacle: This receptacle is where the motor that runs the atomizer is plugged in to. The atomizer can be unplugged so it can be removed for service and clean-up.

  • Page 32: Seed Wheel Control Panel

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel SEED WHEEL CONTROL PANEL Refer to the control panel and the electrical schematic for proper voltage and amperage of the machine. The control panel requires a 120V single-phase power supply with neutral. The green switch is spring return to center. The control panel controls the following functions: 1.
  • Page 33 LP2000 with Seed Wheel NOTES USC, Page 33...

  • Page 34: Calibration

    0.38153 7. Take the weight of the seed sample and use it in the formula on page 35, or into the “Seed Wheel PEAS 0.38979 Calibration 09-10” worksheet found on the USC RICE 0.37936 Seed Wheel Calibration CD. SOYBEANS 0.38501 8.
  • Page 35 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Figure 3 Figure 1 Figure 2 SEED FLOW CALCULATIONS The following steps illustrate how to determine the RPM for your desired seed flow rate. Different seed types will fill the pocket differently. When figuring your seed flow rate, be sure to use the chart below for the type of seed.

  • Page 36: Using Seed Wheel Worksheet

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel USING SEED WHEEL WORKSHEET The following steps illustrate how to use the seed wheel calibration worksheet found on the CD in the back of this manual. The worksheet will simplify calibration of the seed wheel. The worksheet uses “Excel format and is named: “Seed Wheel Calibration 09-10”.
  • Page 37 Minimum seed flow rate is approximately 300 lbs per minute. The maximum seed flow rate is 800 lbs per minute for an LP800 and 1900 lbs per minute for an LP2000. EXAMPLE: 700 5. Enter in the ounces to be applied per hundred pounds(cwt). EXAMPLE: 5.00 6.

  • Page 38: Pump 1 Calibration

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel PUMP #1 CALIBRATION The following steps illustrate how to calibrate pump #1 on an LP series seed treater. A stop watch will be needed in the calibration process. If the seed treater is equipped with a flow meter, refer to the Flow Meter operator’s manual for pump calibration instructions.
  • Page 39 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 9. Using the stop watch, determine the pump flow rate. Keeping the pump running, position the valve on top of mix tank to “CALIBRATION TUBE”. When liquid reaches 0 (zero) or an even number, begin timing for one minute. (see Figure 1, below) 10.

  • Page 40: Pump 2 Calibration

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel PUMP #2 CALIBRATION The following steps illustrate how to calibrate pump #2 on an LP series seed treater. A stop watch and measuring cup will be needed in the calibration process. 1. Lock down the pump tubing in the Pump #2 pump head. (page 23) 2.
  • Page 41 11. As soon as one minute is up, position the Calibration Valve back to “RECIRCULATE”. Read the level on the side of the measuring cup. This number should equal the number of ounces needed to flow through the pump in one minute.
  • Page 42 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Standard Data Below are two charts that show the potential volts and oz./min of two different pumps at different dial settings. All calibrations were done using water. Numbers are not exact; only use these numbers as a starting point or for troubleshooting.
  • Page 43 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Metric Data Below are two charts that show the potential volts and ml./min of two different pumps at different dial settings. All calibrations were done using water. Numbers are not exact; only use these numbers as a starting point or for troubleshooting.

  • Page 44: Treating Seed

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel TREATING SEED 1. Prime the line going to the atomizer by turning the Atomizer switch to “ON” and turn the “SEED TREATMENT” valve to “PROCESS”. Next turn the pump direction switch to “FORWARD” and the “Hand/Off/Auto” switch to “Hand”.
  • Page 45 LP2000 with Seed Wheel The Illustration below shows how seed passes through the atomizing chamber. The blue represents treatment being dispensed to the seed as it passes through the chamber. After the seed passes through the atomizer, it goes into the drum where the coating process is completed.
  • Page 46 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 8. If the actual time it takes to treat the batch of seed differs from the estimated time shown in the spreadsheet, then use your mouse to click on the “CLICK HERE” phrase. This will advance you to another screen where you will enter the actual time (page 47).
  • Page 47 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 9. Enter the actual time in seconds that it took to run the batch of seed into the formula on the following page. The actual time in minutes will display and a Accuracy Rate Percentage will display.
  • Page 48 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 11. Enter the Accuracy Rate Percentage into the Seed Wheel Factor box that is in the same row as the seed that is being treated. Because all seed wheel pockets are slightly different in depth, this number is used to adjust your seed wheel program to increase accuracy the next time you treat seed.
  • Page 49 LP2000 with Seed Wheel NOTES USC, Page 49...

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Section Section Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Below is a table describing the most frequent problems and solutions with the USC Seed Treater. For further assistance, contact your local USC dealer. Problem Possible Cause Solution Inlet Conveyor will not turn on.
  • Page 51 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Problem Possible Cause Solution Pump is Fluctuating 1. Restriction in tubing 1. Flush tubing and check filter for any restrictions. 2. Tubing was not broken-in properly before calibrating. 2. Allow pump to recirculate for 15 minutes before checking 3.
  • Page 52 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Problem Possible Cause Solution Seed Wheel will not turn on. 1. Incorrect incoming power. 1. Check incoming power 2. Loose wire connection 2. Check all wire connections. 3. VFD has a fault 3. Check VFD for faults Seed Wheel keeps shutting off 1.

  • Page 53: Proximity Switch Adjustment Guide

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Problem 1. Possible Cause 2. Solution Flow meter won’t turn on 1. Improper power going to flow 1. Check incoming power to flow meter. meter. 2. Loose connection. 2. Check connections inside the control panel and inside the flow meter.

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Proper maintenance of the USC seed treater is critical for peak performance, reliability and accuracy of this system. The following is a guideline for the type of maintenance and servicing that should be performed on this unit. Your environment and uses may require additional maintenance and service beyond this list to assure a reliable and safe unit.
  • Page 55 LP2000 with Seed Wheel PUMPS AND PLUMBING  Check pump in forward and reverse.  Check and adjust pump voltage  Inspect brushes in motors.  Make sure pump head opens and closes smoothly.  Inspect tubing and valves. ...

  • Page 56: Removing Atomizer

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Removing Atomizer Housing Below are instructions and pictures that illustrate how the atomizer is removed and where the bearing is located. 1. Remove the two bolts that secure the control panel in place, and swing out the control panel.
  • Page 57 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 3. Slide the atomizer straight back and drop down to access the atomizer head and bearing (below). To completely remove the housing from the treater, unplug the motor from the control panel and disconnect the treatment lines.
  • Page 58 LP2000 with Seed Wheel 2. Remove the rest of the plumbing in one piece. A wrench may be used to loosen the plumbing. 3. Use a 3/16” allen wrench and loosen the set screw located on the bottom of the atomizer head.
  • Page 59 LP2000 with Seed Wheel MIX TANK  Check motor.  Check for any play in the mix tank shaft.  Check valves, fittings, and plug on bottom of tank. CONTROL PANEL  Check and tighten wire connections.  Check starters and overloads.

  • Page 60: Storage

    Storage Storage When storing the USC seed treater for long periods of time, the following procedure must be followed to reduce the chance of rust, corrosion and fatigue of the treater. You can also use these steps when storing the machine for the winter.
  • Page 61 LP2000 with Seed Wheel ATOMIZER CHAMBER 1. Remove and clean the atomizer housing. 2. Remove the atomizer head and stainless steel plumbing. The atomizer head is removed by removing the stainless steel plumbing and then loosening the set screw found on the bottom side of the atomizer head. The atomizer head can then be disassembled (below), for easier cleaning.
  • Page 62 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LIQUID SYSTEM 1. Make certain the inside of the tank is completely drained of chemical residue and thoroughly flush the inside of the tank with clean water. 2. Remove and clean the filter. 3. Pump clean water through all areas of the plumbing including the mix tank, calibration tube, and valves.

  • Page 63: Mechanical Drawings

    LP2000 with Seed Wheel Section Section Mechanical Drawings Mechanical Drawings The following pages show the parts of your seed treater. Please have the part number ready when ordering parts. SOME PARTS FOR COTTON/RICE TREATERS ARE DIFFERENT. IF YOU HAVE A COTTON/RICE SEED TREATER, LOOK FOR THE COTTON SYMBOL IN THE PARTS LIST BEFORE ORDERING.
  • Page 64 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Drum Drive & Guards Page 64 USC,...
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  • Page 67 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Drum Drive & Guards Parts List Item # PART # Title 01-01-0101 GBOX IL 56C 16.2:1 GR B1 FOOT MNT 01-02-0093 SPROCKET, 50BS14H, 1" BORE 01-02-0095 SPKT 17 T 50P .500 ID IDLER 01-03-0036 BRG PLW 1.00ID STSC SEALED...
  • Page 68 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Drum Drive & Guards Parts List Item # PART # Title 05-11-0034 ROD FLOW STOP ADJ - 10" 06-01-0006 BOLT .250-20 X .750 ZP GR5 06-01-0018 BOLT .375-16 X 1.50 ZP GR5 06-01-0019 BOLT .375-16 X 1.75 ZP GR5 06-01-0025 BOLT .500-13 X 1.50 ZP GR5...
  • Page 69 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Atomizer USC, Page 69...
  • Page 70 FTTG COMP .125 OD X .250-28 04-02-0003 ASSY ATMZR HEAD STD 05-03-0037 WLDMT,ATOMIZER CHUTE LP2000 05-10-0360 DISC STD ATMZR HEAD CVR 05-10-0366 LP2000 ATMZR EXT CHUTE FOR BRUSH 05-10-0805 DISK ATOMIZER MOTOR 05-10-2462 SEAL RBBR .625 FLG BRG 05-10-2816 LP2000 MTR GUARD FLEX CPLG 06-01-0069 BOLT, .500-13 X 1 UNC ZP GRADE 5...
  • Page 71 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 27 Gallon Mix Tank USC, Page 71...
  • Page 72 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 27 Gallon Tank Parts List Item # PART # Title 01-01-0039 GBOX IL 61.8:1 56C OTP 56C INP 01-07-0015 CPLG CLPN .625 X .750 X 1.50OD SS 02-02-0006 .500-14 NPT X 2-WAY VALVE 02-02-0006 VLV BALL .500 NPT 2WAY BRSS 02-02-0007 .500-14 NPT 3-WAY VALVE...
  • Page 73 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Seed Treater USC, Page 73...
  • Page 74 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Seed Treater Parts List Item # PART # Title 01-01-0011 MTR .1HP 2-200RPM 90VDC 02-01-0004 PUMP HEAD PRST MF IP 200RPM 02-05-0003 FTTG CPLG .500 HB NYL 03-10-0051 SENS PROX 24-240 AC AB 875CPG8N18A2 03-12-0013...
  • Page 75 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Seed Treater Parts List Item # PART # Title 13-05-0027 HOSE .500 RNT 24IN 13-05-0027 HOSE .500 RNT 24IN 13-05-0039 KIT VLV ST SOURCE 13-05-0040 KIT VLV ST PROCESS 13-11-0009 ASSY BASE LP2000 TRTR LP2000 Inoculant Kit (Pump #2)
  • Page 76 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Inoculant Kit (Pump #2) Page 76 USC,...
  • Page 77 LP2000 with Seed Wheel LP2000 Inoculant Kit (Pump #2) Parts List Item # PART # Title 01-01-0011 MTR .1HP 2-200RPM 90VDC 02-01-0004 PUMP HEAD PRST MF IP 200RPM 02-02-0007 .500-14 NPT 3-WAY VALVE 02-02-0007 VLV BALL .500 NPT 3WAY BRSS 02-03-0005 .5 RNT TUBING 14"...
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  • Page 83 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Item Number USC Part Number Description Quantity 01-01-0096 GMTR RA .50 HP 11RPM 3PH HLLW SHAFT 03-05-0042 TMNL BARRIER STRIP IDEAL 89-608 03-06-0039 RECP 4PL ML PIN HBMS04501 03-06-0059 RECP 8PL ML PIN HBMS08501 03-07-0063 CORD 4COND 16AWG SHLD V16016 ALPHA 03-08-0134 LPCG503 ARLINGTON 1/2NPT RANGE:.100/.300...
  • Page 84 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Item Number USC Part Number Description Quantity 05-10-1872 GRD SMW INLET HOPP PCKT 05-10-1876 RING PERIMETER SEED WHEEL SS 05-10-2166 CVR TEST 05-10-3316 SMW PROX SW HOLDER 05-11-0075 DRIVE SHAFT 1.4375 SHAFT 06-01-0091 SRCW, PAN HD, 10-32 X 1.25 ZP 06-01-0106 BOLT .500-13 X 5.50 ZP GR5...
  • Page 85 LP2000 with Seed Wheel USC, Page 85...
  • Page 86 LP2000 with Seed Wheel Item # PART # Title 03-12-0039 PNL CNTL MNL ST SW 03-19-0020 SCL 6.5 X 6.5 10 LBS 05-03-0248 WDMT CAL CUP FILL FRM 05-07-0119 LP800 SEED WHEEL FLOW BALANCER 05-10-1059 SEED WHEEL PANEL MOUNT PLATE...
  • Page 87 The diagram located in the panel shows the exact electrical sche- matic for that model of seed treater. If you have any questions about the diagram, please call your local USC dealer. Item Number Part Number Part Description...

  • Page 88: Limited Warranty

    Buyer, and are not a part of the contract for sale or this limited warranty. 5. Return Policy: Approval is required prior to returning goods to USC, LLC. A restocking fee will apply.

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