SPECIFICATIONS ITEM Model 410 Model 411 Model 412 Model 414 Model 420 Model 440 Dimensions: Height: 54 in. (1.37 m) 54 in. (1.37 m) 67 in. (1.68 m) 79 in. (2.00 m) 67 in. (1.68 m) 79 in. (2.00 m) Length: 144 in.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS ............................2 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................4 MAINTENANCE ............................5 ELECTRIC BRAKES ........................... 7 HOPPER CONVEYOR BELT ......................9 SIDE CONVEYOR ..........................11 DUAL SPINNER SPREADING SYSTEM ..................12 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ........................13 Electrical Schematics ........................... 17 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ........................
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES MADE BY OTHER Use only the correct replacement parts and fasteners. Right MANUFACTURERS. Using unapproved replacement parts and left-hand sides are determined by facing in the direction and accessories voids the warranty of the DAKOTA Turf of forward travel. Tender. AUTHORIZED MAINTENANCE Perform only the maintenance described in this manual that you are qualified to perform.
MAINTENANCE WARNING 3. Using jack stands, support the frame so it is safe to work beneath. Under no conditions should cement blocks (cinder After all repairs and/or adjustments, always test the blocks) or unstable piles of wood blocks be used. Turf Tender before operating.
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3. Using jack stands, support the frame so it is safe to work beneath. Under no conditions should cement blocks (cinder blocks) or unstable piles of wood blocks be used. WARNING Do not perform maintenance of any kind below the Turf Tender unless it is properly secured and stabilized.
4. Remove the eight walking beam axle mounting bolts and 1. Connect the ground clip from the test light to a solid ground nuts (four at the front and four at the rear). Roll axle (WHITE wire) and pierce the brake wire (BLUE wire) assembly out to the rear.
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NOTE: It is recommended that the drum armature surface be re-faced when replacing magnets. Magnets should be replaced in pairs - both outer sets and/ or both inner sets. Use only genuine DAKOTA replacement parts when replacing the magnets. SHOES AND LININGS A visual inspection of your brake linings will indicate if they are in need of replacement.
HOPPER CONVEYOR BELT MEASURING AMPERAGE System amperage is the amperage being drawn by all Belt Adjustment brakes on the Turf Tender. The engine of the towing vehicle Due to stretching of the belting material with use, it will be should be running when checking amperage. necessary to periodically tighten the conveyor belt.
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NOTE: DAKOTA sells replacement kits composed 11. Making sure the hinge pin does not stick out beyond either of a spliced belt and wire splice pin. The splice pin edge of the belt, crimp both ends of the splice so the hinge connects the two halves of the splice.
14. Line up the belt run with the guide pins (two in front and two in the rear). 15. Start, but do not tighten, all of the belt run bolts. 16. Inspect each roller to be sure that it is centered in the conveyor.
2. Loosen the jam nut on right-hand adjusting bolt. 2. Regularly clean and wash the hopper and conveyor 3. Adjust the adjusting bolts as needed to either loosen or especially if hauling potentially corrosive materials such tighten the belt. Make sure both sides are adjusted equally. as fertilizer.
Should damage result vehicle to the control box; then back to the Turf Tender. The to either a connector or wiring harness, a genuine DAKOTA power cord should be installed as a permanent addition to the replacement part should be ordered and installed.
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Vibrator Motor The vibrator uses a carbon brush-type electric motor. The brushes in the vibrator motor are a replaceable item, and after extended use, may need to be replaced. 3. Using a multimeter set in the 12 volts DC range, check NOTE: The position of the counterweights inside the voltage at the end of the main power wiring harness.
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FAILURE OF SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS 1. If all functions except the vibrator do not work, there is a problem in either part of the large circular “cannon” plug connector portion of the control box to the Turf Tender wiring harness. Check the connections to ensure that they are fully connected, clean, and not damaged.
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Prior to removal, check for voltage at the motor. The brushes in the motor are consumable parts and are replaceable. Use NOTE: Turn the Master power only original DAKOTA replacement parts. switch to the OFF position Fuse before either connecting or 3.
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HIGH IDLE SOLENOID BL/W BL/R ALERT UNIT E IG ST BAT IGNITION SWITCH CHARGE BATTERY STARTER SPARK IGNITION LEVEL COIL MOTOR PLUG COIL SWITCH START DAKOTA FUSE NOTE: 15A FUSE SHOULD BE LOCATED 15" MAXIMUM FROM POSTIVE BATTERY TEMINAL 12V BATTERY...
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Complete Electrical Schematic (BOTTOM VIEW) (BOTTOM VIEW) Spinners Speed Conveyor Speed Display Display Master Power Silver Terminal "ON" LED Gold Terminal Assembly (Bottom View) Conveyor Spinners (Top View of Pot) (Top View of Pot) Master Power Switch Ignition Switch B1 & B Contacts Ignition Switch B1 &...
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420/440 Control Box Wiring Schematic Fuse Block Brake Rear Hopper 20A 30A Conveyor GRY/WHT Front Power Lead GRN/WHT Scraper PNK/WHT Down Side Conveyor Swing LT BLUE Side Conveyor Run Spinners Run BLU/WHT Rear Door PRP/WHT Down Down Side Conveyor TAN/WHT Front Door PNK/BLK Switch...
Remember, only perform the service you are qualified to do. If service beyond your capability is required, contact an Authorized Dakota dealer for his professional service. Solid contaminants, such as broken pieces of pipe threads,...
HYDRAULIC ROUTING DIAGRAMS Continuous leakage from the exhaust port when the solenoid is de-energized can be caused by a foreign particle trapped between the bottom seat and the plunger, by a damaged bottom 410 Electric (Mounted) seat, or by a worn or damaged bottom plunger seal. Leakage 10134 at the exhaust port and/or solenoid buzzing when the solenoid is energized can be caused by a foreign particle lodged in the...
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410 Manual (Mounted) 411 Electric 10134 10134 14295 14393 14296 Inside Valve Front Valve Rear Valve Spinner Spinner Spinner Spinner Motor Motor 12981 Motor Motor 11242 13554 13557 10142 13556 14380 10142 10138 Pressure Conveyor 14380 Motor Outside Valve Return 13560 Conveyor Motor...
STORAGE Before storing the Turf Tender for an extended period of Wash the Turf Tender thoroughly to make sure you have time, such as over the winter, it is important to make sure the removed all corrosive or potentially corrosive materials. Let Turf Tender is in good condition and all maintenance is the Turf Tender dry completely, especially if you will be complete.
TROUBLESHOOTING INTRODUCTION This troubleshooting sectionis designed to help identify possible conditions adversly affecting the operation of the Turf Tender. Solutions are provided for each of these adverse conditions. Sections on electrical testing and hydraulic valve servicing are also included in this manual. Troubleshooting is a process of step by step elimination and isolation.
Hydraulic System CONDITION - Nothing Works POSSIBLE SITUATION SOLUTION Hydraulic valve not engaged Engage valve to full detent 1 or more quick couplers not Fully couple all couplers completely coupled. Defective quick coupler(s) Replace defective quick coupler(s) Hydraulic fluid low Add hydraulic fluid CONDITION - Slow or jerky operation POSSIBLE SITUATION...
Electrical System CONDITION - No controls work (control box light not illuminated) POSSIBLE SITUATION SOLUTION Master switch OFF Turn switch to ON position Electrical connections to battery Ensure that the connections are clean and tight. Main power harness disconnected/ Connect/replace harness damaged Poor ground Ensure good clean ground contact...
Control Box to the START Position and hold until the engine starts. (Do not exceed 10 seconds in the START position!) the SPINNERS Contact SPEED DISPLAY Dakota Did the Did The SEE TROUBLESHOOTING Engine start and Engine Turn FLOWCHART #2...
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END: Continue Disconnect MAIN troubleshooting Contact Does the Fuse POWER CABLE from FLOWCHART #1 Dakota keep blowing? from the Rear Check FUSE "F2" in Control Box the Rear Control Box on the Circuit Board Replace POWER CABLE...
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TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART #3 START: Continued from troubleshooting Flowchart #1 Test/replace ENGINE Did the SHUTDOWN RELAY Engine turn "CR3" located in the over? Rear Control Box Repair/replace Check ENGINE Is the Wire damaged Did the Engine Try starting SHUTDOWN WIRE and Connectors Wires/Cable start and stay the Engine...
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Test/replace Does the HIGH RPM SOLENOID WIRE Contact HIGH RPM RELAY Engine throttle up to a coming from the Rear Control Box Dakota "CR2" located in the higher RPM? when the MASTER POWER Rear Control Box SWITCH is ON? Contact...
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END: Continue troubleshooting from FLOWCHART #1 Check CONVEYOR Contact OUTPUT Cable and Dakota Connectors for Check CONVEYOR damage and proper fit OUTPUT CABLE and Connectors for damage and proper fit Make proper Cables and...
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FREQUENCY OUTPUT of the CONVEYOR END: Continue SENSOR OUTPUT troubleshooting from FLOWCHART #1 Does the Output Contact FREQUENCY meet Dakota specifications? Possible Causes: 1) Sensor Out of Alignment 2) Sensor To Far From Magnet 3) Sensor Is Defective Or Damaged TROUBLESHOOTING...
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END: Continue troubleshooting from FLOWCHART #1 Check SPINNERS Contact OUTPUT Cable and Dakota Connectors for Check SPINNERS damage and proper fit OUTPUT CABLE and Connectors for damage and proper fit Make proper Cables and...
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FREQUENCY OUTPUT of the SPINNERS END: Continue SENSOR OUTPUT troubleshooting from FLOWCHART #1 Does the Output Contact FREQUENCY meet Dakota specifications? Possible Causes: 1) Sensor Out of Alignment 2) Sensor To Far From Magnet 3) Sensor Is Defective Or Damaged TROUBLESHOOTING...
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Start: TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART #9 Continued from troubleshooting flowchart #1 Test/ Replace ENGINE Did the SHUTDOWN RELAY Honda engine "CR3" Located In The shutoff? REAR CONTROL BOX Check ENGINE Repair/Replace Did the SHUTDOWN WIRE Are The Wire And Damaged Honda engine And Connectors for Connectors OK? Wires/Cable...
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