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Please read and observe this
operating manual before initial
MG3856
operation of the implement!
BAH0040-9
01.19
Keep it in a safe place for future use!
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  • Page 1 Operating manual Control terminal AmaDrill+ Please read and observe this operating manual before initial MG3856 operation of the implement! BAH0040-9 01.19 Keep it in a safe place for future use!
  • Page 2 READING THE INSTRUCTION manual and to adhere to it should not appear to be inconvenient and superfluous as it is not enough to hear from others and to realise that a machine is good, to buy it and to believe that now everything would work by itself.
  • Page 3 + 49 (0) 5405 50 1-0 E-mail: amazone@amazone.de Spare part orders Spare parts lists are freely accessible in the spare parts portal at www.amazone.de. Please send orders to your AMAZONE dealer. Formalities of the operating manual Document number: MG3856 Compilation date: 01.19 ...
  • Page 4 Foreword Dear Customer, You have chosen one of the quality products from the wide product range of AMAZONEN-WERKE, H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG. We thank you for your trust in our products Before initial operation, read and observe this operating manual, and particularly the safety information.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    User information ..................7     Purpose of the document ......................7     Locations in the operating manual ................... 7     Diagrams ..........................7     General safety instructions ................. 8     Obligations and liability ......................8  ...
  • Page 6 7.2.2 Erasing the part area memory ....................44     7.2.3 Display the total area ......................44     Display during work ....................... 45     Function buttons ........................46     7.4.1 Display of the current blower fan speed ................46  ...

  • Page 7: User Information

    User information User information The User Information section provides information on use of the operating manual. Purpose of the document This operating manual  describes the operation of the control terminal  provides important information on safe and efficient handling ...

  • Page 8: General Safety Instructions

    General safety instructions General safety instructions This section contains important instructions for operating the control terminal safely. Obligations and liability Comply with the instructions in the operating manual Knowledge of the basic safety instructions and safety regulations is a basic prerequisite for safe handling and fault-free operation of the control terminal.

  • Page 9: Safety-Conscious Working

    General safety instructions Safety-conscious working Besides the safety information in this operating manual, the generally applicable national workplace safety and accident prevention regulations are binding. Handling the product Do not subject the control terminal to any mechanical vibrations or impact. Do not allow the control terminal to fall.

  • Page 10: Representation Of Safety Symbols

    General safety instructions Representation of safety symbols Safety instructions are indicated by the triangular safety symbol and the highlighted signal word. The signal word (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) describes the severity of the risk, and carries the following meaning: DANGER Indicates a direct threat at high risk which will result in death or most serious bodily harm (loss of limbs or long-term harm), should it not be prevented.

  • Page 11: Product Description

    Product description Product description Fig. 1 Standard equipment Fig. 1/... Special equipment Fig. 1/... (1) Control terminal with fastening bracket (4) Bracket with battery cable choice of (2) Socket connection, 12V one or two sockets (3) Wiring harness with 20-pin connector AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...

  • Page 12: Intended Use

    Product description Intended use The control terminal is intended exclusively for conventional use as a display and monitoring device in agricultural applications. Intended use also includes observing all instructions in this operating manual. Other uses to those specified above are forbidden and shall be considered as improper. For any damage resulting from improper use ...

  • Page 13: Layout And Function

    Layout and function Layout and function The following section provides information on the structure of the control terminal and the functions of the individual components. The control terminal has 6-digit display (Fig. 3/1). The control terminal is equipped with an EEPROM (memory chip) for storing data.

  • Page 14: Operation With Seed Drills

    Layout and function Operation with seed drills The AmaDrill+  adapts the seeding rate to the working speed when equipped with the appropriate equipment  measures the covered part area [ha].  stores the cultivated total area [ha].  indicates the forward speed [km/h]. ...

  • Page 15: Operation With Pneumatic Seed Drills

    Layout and function 4.3.2 Operation with pneumatic seed drills Full metering Implements with full metering have an electric gear motor that drives the metering rollers in the metering units. The AmaDrill+ controls and regulates the electric gear motor for a uniform seeding rate.
  • Page 16 Layout and function Micropellet spreader The AmaDrill+ regulates and controls the seeding rate of the micropellet spreader. The metering unit of the micropellet spreader is driven by an electric gear motor (Fig. 9/1). Fig. 9 Distributor head The AmaDrill+ monitors the tramline control in the distributor head (Fig.

  • Page 17: Work Display

    Layout and function Work display The work display (Fig. 12) appears with the first pulse from the distance sensor. The flashing circle symbol (Fig. 12/1) during work indicates that  The control terminal receives pulses from the distance sensor  The control terminal is working correctly.

  • Page 18: Button Assignment

    Layout and function Button assignment Button Button assignment Button Button assignment Switching on/off Correction button  Data input confirmation Display target spread rate [kg/ha]  100% setting Reduce Increase   the displayed value the displayed value   the spread rate [%] the spread rate [%] Input/display Input/display of...
  • Page 19 Layout and function Button Button assignment Button Button assignment Shift on Block the tramline counter the tramline counter For full metering: Pre-metering during start-up For full metering: With valve timing gear seeder: Block metering roller Calibrate the Vario gearbox with seed rate remote control Alternative via button actuation Display of the cultivated...

  • Page 20: Creation Of Tramlines

    Layout and function Creation of tramlines As described in the operating manual for the seed drill, the tramline control allows the creation of tramlines at pre-selected intervals on the field. When creating a tramline  the tramline counter shows the number "0" on the control terminal ...
  • Page 21 Layout and function The required tramline rhythm (see seed drill operating manual) is determined from the desired tramline spacing and the seed drill working width. All adjustable tramline rhythms can be found in section "Table for adjustable tramline rhythms", Seite 61. The tramline rhythm must be entered on the control terminal (see section "Displaying / altering the tramline rhythm", Seite 28).
  • Page 22 Layout and function The creation of tramlines is shown in Figure (Fig. 16) using various examples: Working width of the seed drill Tramline spacing (= working width fertiliser spreader/field sprayer) Tramline rhythm (entered on the control terminal) Tramline counter (during operation, the field passes are numbered consecutively and displayed on the control terminal).
  • Page 23 Layout and function Fig. 16 AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...

  • Page 24: Start-Up

    Start-up Start-up Installing the control terminal 1. Screw the bracket (Fig. 17/1) so that is free from vibrations and electrically connected to the right of the driver's position in the tractor cab, within visual range and easy to access (Fig. 17/2). The distance from the radio unit or aerial must be at least 1 m.

  • Page 25: Switching The Control Terminal On/Off

    Start-up 2. Insert the power cable (Fig. 19/1) into the bracket and the 12V tractor socket. 3. Connect the bracket and the control terminal with the power cable (Fig. 19/2). 4. Couple the seed drill or soil tillage implement to the tractor vehicle (see operating manual for seed drill or soil tillage implement).

  • Page 26: Settings

    Settings Settings Enter implement data The control terminal requires input of the implement data in coded form (see Fig. 20). Refer to the machine data in the table (see section "Machine data table", Seite 54). Press the button repeatedly to display the inventory data. Digit 1 (1) shows the mode Digit 2 (2) shows the coding Fig.

  • Page 27: Displaying / Altering The Working Width

    Settings Displaying / altering the working width 1. Press  Display: Stored working width [m], e.g. 3.0 m (Fig. 21). 2. Change the working width [m] with the buttons. Fig. 21 3. Press  Save the selected value. Displaying / altering the target blower fan speed (during standstill) Switching off blower fan speed monitoring (see below) on single grain seed drills ED with micropellet spreader.

  • Page 28: Displaying / Altering The Target Blower Fan Speed (During Operation)

    Settings Displaying / altering the target blower fan speed (during operation) This setting is only possible for pneumatic seed drills. 1. Press the button (blue).  Display (Fig. 23) Current fan speed (e.g. 3600 rpm). Fig. 23 2. Press the button and button (yellow) simultaneously.

  • Page 29: Calibration Of The Vario Gearbox

    Settings Calibration of the Vario gearbox 1. Press the buttons simultaneously. 2. Press and hold the button until the pointer (Fig. 25/1) is set to the scale value "0" and the yellow LED (Fig. 25/2) lights up. 3. If necessary, unscrew the lever (Fig. 25/3) until the pointer is set to "0"...

  • Page 30: Calibration Value (Pulses Per 100 M)

    Settings Calibration value (pulses per 100 m) The control terminal requires the calibration value "Pulses per 100 m" to  determine the forward speed [km/h]  determine the worked area [ha]  perform a calibration test with crank turns or electric drive. If the calibration value is unknown, determine the "pulses per 100 m"...

  • Page 31: Displaying / Editing The Stored Calibration Value (Pulses Per 100 M)

    Settings 6. Stop after exactly 100 m.  The display (Fig. 27) shows the calibration value (e.g. 1005 pul./100 m). 7. Enter the calculated calibration value in the table (Fig. 61, Seite 65) (recommendation). 8. Press  Save the calibration value (pul./100 m). Fig.

  • Page 32: Calculating The Number Of Crank Turns For The Calibration Test

    Settings 6.7.3 Calculating the number of crank turns for the calibration test If the calibration value differs from the values in the Table (see Chap. 9.3, Seite 62)  recalculate the number of crank turns for the calibration test (see below) ...

  • Page 33: Calibration Test On Seed Drills With Vario Gearbox Without Seed Rate Remote Control

    Settings 6.7.4 Calibration test on seed drills with Vario gearbox without seed rate remote control Calibration test on cam wheel seed drills (e.g. D9) and pneumatic seed drills (e.g. AD-P) with Vario gearbox without seed rate remote control (Fig. 29). Fig.
  • Page 34 Settings 12. Press The gearbox setting value on the control terminal must be the same as the scale value indicated by the gearbox setting lever. 13. Press the buttons simultaneously. 14. Start with the crank turns for the calibration test. 15.

  • Page 35: Calibration Test For Seed Drills With Vario Gear Motor (Up To Model Year 2014)

    Settings 6.7.5 Calibration test for seed drills with Vario gear motor (up to model year 2014) Equipment:  AmaDrill+ up to year of manufacture 2014  Seed drill with electric cylinder (Fig. 30/1). Fig. 30 1. Prepare the seed drill for the calibration test as described in the seed drill operating manual (set up calibration trough, etc.).
  • Page 36 Settings 9. Start with the crank turns for the calibration test. 10. Stop the cranks when you hear an acoustic signal, then press the button. In its calculations, the AmaDrill+ takes account of the additional rotations after the acoustic signal. 11.

  • Page 37: Calibration Test For Implements With Vario Gear Motor (As Of Model Year 2015)

    Settings 6.7.6 Calibration test for implements with vario gear motor (as of model year 2015) Equipment:  AmaDrill+ as of year of manufacture 2015  Seed drill with electric cylinder (Fig. 31/1). Fig. 31 1. Prepare the seed drill for the calibration test as described in the seed drill operating manual (set up calibration trough, etc.).
  • Page 38 Settings 8. Press 9. Press the button.  Enter the scale value of the pointer (e.g. 50, refer to the seed drill operating manual) for the first calibration test (Fig. 31/2). 10. Press 11. Press the buttons simultaneously.  The pointer (Fig. 31/2) moves to the scale value entered (e.g. 50). The scale value must be the same as the gearbox setting value displayed on the control terminal.

  • Page 39: Calibration Test For Implements With Full Metering (Pneumatic Seed Drills)

    Settings 6.7.7 Calibration test for implements with full metering (pneumatic seed drills) 1. Prepare the seed drill for the calibration test as described in the seed drill operating manual (set up calibration trough, ..). 2. Press 3. Up to year of manufacture 2015: Enter the code number of the metering roller ...
  • Page 40 Settings 15. Press buttons simultaneously  Start the metering roller drive (electric motor) for the calibration test. The number of engine revolutions for the calibration test until the signal tone sounds is governed by the seeding rate: 0 to 14.9 kg → motor revolutions on 1/10 ha 15 to 29.9 kg →...

  • Page 41: Pre-Metering Prior To Startup

    Settings Pre-metering prior to startup Pre-metering is only possible for pneumatic seed drills with full metering functionality. These machines introduce the seed into the air stream underneath the metering unit immediately after the tractor starts. The seed requires a few seconds before it arrives in the coulters and is deposited in the soil. The first few metres after the machine has started are not sown.

  • Page 42: Work Commencement

    Work commencement Work commencement 1. Place machine in starting position (standstill). Display at standstill: Digit 1 (Fig. 32/1) shows the travel speed (0 km/h). Digit 2 (Fig. 32/2) shows the tramline counter 4 Fig. 32 2. Lower the correct track marker (see seed drill operating manual). The tramline control can be coupled with the track marker control.

  • Page 43: Tramline Counter

    Work commencement Tramline counter 7.1.1 Setting the tramline counter Press the button repeatedly until the correct tramline counter is displayed e.g.: Tramline counter 2, see Fig. 16, Seite 23 under the lettering "START". 7.1.2 Block the tramline counter Press  Further advancing of the tramline counter is blocked.

  • Page 44: Worked Area

    Work commencement Worked area 7.2.1 Displaying the worked part area Press  Display (Fig. 34) worked part area (e.g. 10.5 ha). Fig. 34 7.2.2 Erasing the part area memory 1. Press and hold the button. 2. Press  The part area memory is set to 0 [ha]. 3.

  • Page 45: Display During Work

    Work commencement Display during work Pressing the button during operation switches the display (Fig. 36 and Fig. 37). Display during work (Fig. 36):  the travel speed (Fig. 36/1), e.g. 6.9 km/h  the setting of the tramline counter (Fig. 36/2), e.g.

  • Page 46: Function Buttons

    Work commencement Function buttons Data can be displayed for approx. 10 seconds during seeding by actuating the function buttons. 7.4.1 Display of the current blower fan speed This display is only possible for pneumatic seed drills. Press button (blue)  Display (Fig.

  • Page 47: Displaying The Scale Position Of The Vario Gearbox Setting Lever

    Work commencement 7.4.4 Displaying the scale position of the Vario gearbox setting lever This display is only possible for seed drills with Vario gearbox and electric seed rate remote control. Press  Display (Fig. 41): Momentary scale position (e.g. 37) of the Vario gearbox setting lever.

  • Page 48: Faults

    Faults Faults Fault display A3 Tramline fault message The occurrence of a tramline fault activates  the display (Fig. 43)  an acoustic signal. Fig. 43 Fault display A4 Alarm message at standstill of the universal joint shaft of the active soil tillage implement (e.g.

  • Page 49: Fault Display A5

    Faults Fault display A5 Alarm message  in the event of insufficient seed quantity  for machines with fill level sensor  in the event of a malfunction of the seed seeding shaft  only on the DMC Primera  only on machines with combined seed level and seeding shaft monitoring...

  • Page 50: Fault Display A6 (Dmc Primera Only)

    Faults Fault display A6 (DMC Primera only) Alarm message  in the event of insufficient fertiliser  only on the DMC Primera with fill level sensor  in the event of a malfunction of the fertiliser seeding shaft  only on the DMC Primera In the event of an alarm ...

  • Page 51: Fault Display A7

    Faults Fault display A7 Data for one or more setpoints is missing (e.g. target fan speed). Fig. 49 Fault display A8 Pneum. seed drills with full metering: Metering roller control defective. Fig. 50 Fault display A9 Seed drills with Vario gearbox: The actual position of the gear setting lever does not correspond to the target position.

  • Page 52: Fault Display A10

    Faults Fault display A10 Pneum. seed drills with full metering: The maintenance flap of the metering unit is open. Fig. 52 Fault display A11 Interruption during zero point travel (see section "Calibration of the Vario gearbox", Seite 29). Fig. 53 8.10 Fault display A12 Pneum.

  • Page 53: Fault Display A13

    Faults 8.11 Fault display A13 Pneum. seed drills with full metering: If the fan speed drops to a value below 200 rpm, the electric motor that drives the metering roller in the metering unit stops. Fig. 55 Switching off the alarm message 1.

  • Page 54: Tables

    Tables Tables Machine data table Mode 1 Code Activating functions of the control terminal Activate all functions of the control terminal Only activate the hectare counter of the control terminal Mode 2 Code Number of track marker sensors Machine with 2 track marker sensors, e.g.
  • Page 55 Tables Mode 3 Code Implement type D9 Super / Special Cam wheel seed drills D9 6000 TC D9 Super / Special Cam wheel seed drills D9 6000 TC with seed shaft monitoring AD-P Pneumatic seed drills Citan 6000 Pneumatic seed drills Citan 01 With 2 separate hoppers and Condor...
  • Page 56 Tables Mode 7 Code Seed rate reduction when creating a tramline (see section "Creation of tramlines", Seite 20 and section "Table for seed rate reduction while creating tramlines", Seite Factory-set value for seed drills  Seed drills D9  Seed drills AD ...
  • Page 57 Tables Mode 11 Code Simulated working speed (only adjustable on machines with electric full metering unit) The control terminal works with the simulated working speed if the distance sensor fails. The control terminal works with the actual speed again as soon as the distance sensor sends pulses again, e.g.
  • Page 58 Tables Mode 14 Code Metering roller drive / gearbox actuator Without electric metering roller drive / gearbox actuator Electric gear motor (1) EA423 (see rating plate) Electric gear motor (1) EA365 (see rating plate) Electric cylinder 12 V stroke = 130 mm (1) for seed rate remote control AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...
  • Page 59 Tables Mode 14 Code Metering drive type Electric gear motor (1) EA419 (see rating plate) Electric gear motor (1) EA399 (see rating plate) This motor is installed e.g. on micropellet spreaders. AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...
  • Page 60 Tables Mode 15 Code Calibration factor (only required on machines with electric full metering unit) 1,000 Factory-set value After replacing the metering roller in the metering housing, set the calibration factor 0,0000 – Adjustable values to 1,000. 9,999 Mode 16 Code Setting the working position sensor: (Mode 16 only appears when an analogue working position sensor has been selected in mode 13.)

  • Page 61: Table For Adjustable Tramline Rhythms

    Tables Table for adjustable tramline rhythms Tramline rhythms Fig. 59 Tramline rhythms * No tramlines are created Fig. 60 AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...

  • Page 62: Table For Calibration Values / Crank Turns (Guide Values)

    Tables Table for calibration values / crank turns (guide values) The following table values are reference values. If the actual calibration value (pul./100 m) deviates from the table value, for the calibration test the following will also change  The number of crank turns ...
  • Page 63 Tables Pneumatic seeding technology Working width 2.5 m 3.0 m 3.5 m 4.0 m Pack top seed drills Calibration value (pneumatic) (imp./100 m) Crank turns on 1/40 ha AD-P 03 Special  1409 38.5 33.0 29.0 with star wheel drive AD-P 03 Super ...
  • Page 64 Tables Citan Citan Large-area seed drill 12001 15001 Crank turns on 1/40 ha Calibration value 1410 (imp./100 m) Condor Condor Large-area seed drill 12001 15001 Crank turns on 1/40 ha Calibration value 1410 (imp./100 m) DMC large-area seed Primera Primera Primera Primera Primera...

  • Page 65: Table For Calibration Values / Crank Turns For The Calibration Test

    Tables Table for calibration values / crank turns for the calibration test Calibration value Field Crank rotations pul./100 m Fig. 61 AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...

  • Page 66: Table For Metering Roller / Code Number

    Tables Table for metering roller / code number Code no. Metering roller 7.5 cm 20 cm 40 cm 120 cm 210 cm 350 cm 600 cm 660 cm 880 cm Fig. 62 AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...
  • Page 67 Tables Code no. Metering roller Note 700 cm Metering roller (700 cm  suitable for metal metering housings (see fig.)  not suitable for plastic metering housings. Fig. 63 Code number input, see section Calibration test for implements with full metering, page 39. AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...

  • Page 68: Calculation Of The Seed Rate Reduction

    Tables Table for seed rate reduction while creating tramlines The seed quantity that is reduced when creating a tramline can be adjusted (see Chap. "Machine data table", Mode 7, Seite 56). 9.6.1 Calculation of the seed rate reduction: 100 x number of tramline seeding coulters Number of seeding coulters 9.6.2 Table for seed rate reduction:...
  • Page 69 Tables Number of Number of tramlines_ Working width Recommended seeding coulters Seeding coulters seed rate reduction [%] when creating tramlines 5.0 m 6.0 m 8.0 m 9.0 m 12.0 m 15.0 m AMADRILL+ BAH0040-9 01.19...
  • Page 72 H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG Postfach 51 Tel.: + 49 (0) 5405 501-0 D-49202 Hasbergen-Gaste email: amazone@amazone.de Germany http:// www.amazone.de...

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