Amazone FT 1001 Operating Manual
Amazone FT 1001 Operating Manual

Amazone FT 1001 Operating Manual

Front tank for mounted field sprayer
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Operating Manual
AMAZONE
FT 1001
Front tank for mounted field sprayer
Please read this operating
MG3058
manual before commissioning.
BAG0065.6 02.19
Keep it in a safe place
Printed in Germany
for future use.
en

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual AMAZONE FT 1001 Front tank for mounted field sprayer Please read this operating MG3058 manual before commissioning. BAG0065.6 02.19 Keep it in a safe place Printed in Germany for future use.
  • Page 2 Reading the instruction Manual and following it should seem to be in- convenient and superfluous as it is not enough to hear from others and to realize that a machine is good, to buy it and to believe that now everything should work by itself.
  • Page 3 + 49 5405-501-0 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: MG3058 Compilation date: 02.19 ...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Transportation equipment ..................... 31 4.10 Camera system ........................31 UF01 and FT 1001 without Flow Control ........... 32 Filling the front tank via the UF01 field sprayer ..............32 Filling the UF01 spray liquid tank via the front tank ............34 UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) .........
  • Page 5 Filling the front tank via the UF01 field sprayer ..............42 Filling the UF spray liquid tank via the front tank ..............44 UF02 and FT 1001 with Flow Control (optional) ......46 Flow Control liquid circuit ....................... 46 Connect field sprayer with Flow Control and front tank ............47 FlowControl and ISOBUS ......................
  • Page 6: User Information

    User Information User Information The User Information section provides information on use of the oper- ating manual. Purpose of the document This operating manual • describes the operation and maintenance of the machine. • provides important information on safe and efficient handling of the machine.
  • Page 7: General Safety Instructions

    General safety instructions General safety instructions This section contains important information on safe operation of the machine. Obligations and liability Comply with the instructions in the operating manual Knowledge of the basic safety information and safety regulations is a basic requirement for safe handling and fault-free machine operation. Obligations of the operator The operator is obliged only to let those people work with/on the ma- chine who...
  • Page 8 General safety instructions Risks in handling the machine The machine has been constructed to the state-of-the art and the recognised rules of safety. However, operating the machine may cause risks and restrictions to • the health and safety of the user or third parties, •...
  • Page 9: 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 gravity of the risk and has the following sig- nificance: DANGER Indicates an immediate high risk which will result in death or serious physical injury (loss of body parts or long term damage) if not avoided.
  • Page 10: Organisational Measures

    General safety instructions Organisational measures The operator must provide the necessary personal protective equip- ment as per the information provided by the manufacturer of the crop protection agent to be used, such as: • Chemical-resistant gloves, • Chemical-resistant overalls, • Water-resistant footwear, •...
  • Page 11: User Training

    General safety instructions User training Only those people who have been trained and instructed may work with/on the machine. The operator must clearly specify the responsi- bilities of the people charged with operation and maintenance work. People being trained may only work with/on the machine under the supervision of an experienced person.
  • Page 12: Safety Measures In Normal Operation

    General safety instructions Safety measures in normal operation Only operate the machine if all the safety and protection equipment is fully functional. Check the machine at least once a day for visible damage and check the function of the safety and protection equipment. Danger from residual energy Note that there may be residual mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic energy on the machine.
  • Page 13: Spare And Wear Parts And Aids

    Immediately replace any machine parts which are not in a perfect state. Only use genuine AMAZONE spare and wear parts or those approved by AMAZONEN-WERKE so that the type approval remains valid ac- cording to the national and international regulations. The use of spare...
  • Page 14: Warning Symbols And Other Signs On The Machine

    General safety instructions 2.13 Warning symbols and other signs on the machine Always keep all the warning symbols on the machine clean and in a legible state. Replace illegible warning symbols. You can obtain the warning symbols from your dealer using the order number (e.g. MD 075).
  • Page 15: Positions Of Warning Symbols And Other Labels

    General safety instructions 2.13.1 Positions of warning symbols and other labels Warning symbols The following pictures show the positions of the warning symbols on the machine. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 MD 095 Read and follow the operating manual and safety information before starting up the machine! FT BAG0065.6 02.19...
  • Page 16 General safety instructions MD 097 Risk of crushing the entire body due to standing in the stroke area of the three-point suspension when the three-point hydraulics are actuated. This danger can cause extremely serious and potentially fatal injuries. • Personnel are prohibited from entering the stroke area of the three-point suspension when the three-point hydraulics are actuat- •...
  • Page 17: Dangers If The Safety Information Is Not Observed

    General safety instructions 2.14 Dangers if the safety information is not observed Non-compliance with the safety information • can pose both a danger to people and also to the environment and machine. • can lead to the loss of all warranty claims. In particular, non-compliance with the safety information could pose the following risks: •...
  • Page 18: Safety Information For Users

    General safety instructions 2.16 Safety information for users WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, catching, being drawn in or impacts from inadequate roadworthiness and operational safety. Before starting up the machine and the tractor, always check their roadworthiness and operational safety. 2.16.1 General safety and accident prevention information •...
  • Page 19 General safety instructions • When coupling and uncoupling machines, move the support equipment (if available) to the appropriate position (stability). • When actuating the support equipment, there is a risk of injury from crushing and cutting points. • Be particularly careful when coupling the machine to the tractor or uncoupling it from the tractor.
  • Page 20 General safety instructions Machine transportation • Comply with the national road traffic regulations when using public highways. • Before moving off, check: ο the correct connection of the supply lines ο the lighting system for damage, function and cleanliness ο the brake and hydraulic system for visible damage ο...
  • Page 21: Field Sprayer Operation

    Observe the information in the German Plant Protection Law. • Never open lines which are under pressure. • Only use genuine AMAZONE replacement hoses which stand up to chemical, mechanical and thermal requirements. Only use hose clamps made from V2A for installation. •...
  • Page 22: Cleaning, Maintenance And Repairs

    • Spare parts must meet at least the specified technical require- ments of AMAZONEN-WERKE. This is ensured through the use of genuine AMAZONE spare parts. • When repairing field sprayers which have been used for liquid fertiliser application with ammonium nitrate / urea solution, ob-...
  • Page 23: Loading And Unloading

    Loading and unloading Loading and unloading Loading using a lifting crane The machine has: • Two attachment points in front (Fig. 3/1) • One attachment point in back (Fig. 4/1), CAUTION When loading the machine using a lifting crane, use the marked at- tachment points (Fig.
  • Page 24: Product Description

    Product description Product description Overview Fig. 5 Fig. 5/… (without Flow Control) (1) Tank (2) Screw lid / hinged cover (3) Filling level indicator with scale (4) Three-point attachment frame (5) Connection hose to field sprayer with 2-inch camlock coupling (6) Transport device (7) Complete discharging Fig.
  • Page 25: Overview Of Flow Control

    Product description Overview of Flow Control Fig. 7 (1) Fill FT injectors (2) Empty FT injectors (3) Volumetric remote control (4) Fill FT valve (5) Empty FT valve 6. Pressure relief valve FT BAG0065.6 02.19...
  • Page 26: Technical Data

    Product description Technical data Type FT1001 Nominal tank capacity 1000 l Actual tank capacity 1125 l Filling height with rolling device 1670 mm Total height with rolling device 1720 mm Total width 2180 mm Total length 960 mm Tractor mount category Cat.
  • Page 27: Intended Use

    Crop protection agents (only with Flow Control) • is designed exclusively for agricultural use for treating field crops in combination with the AMAZONE UF field sprayer. • is attached to the category 2 front hydraulic system of the tractor and operated by one person.
  • Page 28: Danger Areas And Danger Points

    Product description Danger areas and danger points The danger area is the area around the machine in which people can be caught by: • work movements made by the machine • unintentional rolling of the tractor and the machine Within the machine danger area, there are danger points with perma- nent or unexpected risks.
  • Page 29: Rating Plate And Ce Mark

    Product description Rating plate and CE mark The rating plate specifies: • Implement ID No. • Product • Basic weight kg • Permissible total weight kg • Factory • Model year • Fig. 8 Year of manufacture Three-point attachment frame The frame of the FT1001 front tank is designed to meet the requirements and dimensions of the three-point attachment of category II.
  • Page 30: Transport Device (Removable)

    Product description Transport device (removable) The removable transportation device enables easy coupling to the tractor's three-point hydrau- lic system and easy manoeuvring in the yard and indoors. To prevent the machine from rolling, the castors are equipped with a locking system. WARNING When installing/removing the trans- portation device, secure the raised...
  • Page 31: Transportation Equipment

    Product description Transportation equipment Fig. 12: Front lighting (1) 2 front limiting lights (2) 2 warning signs (3) Side reflector Fig. 12 4.10 Camera system WARNING Risk of injury or even death. If the camera display alone is used for manoeuvring, persons or objects can be overlooked.
  • Page 32: Uf01 And Ft 1001 Without Flow Control

    UF01 and FT 1001 without Flow Control UF01 and FT 1001 without Flow Control Filling the front tank via the UF01 field sprayer Only possible for UF field sprayers with special optional quick empty- ing equipment. Fig. 14 Before filling the front tank, open its screw lid to ventilate it.
  • Page 33 UF01 and FT 1001 without Flow Control 5. On the control terminal, move the switch taps to the specified position (Fig. 14): 5.1 Move switch tap to the position. 5.2 Move switch tap to the position. 5.3 Move switch tap...
  • Page 34: Filling The Uf01 Spray Liquid Tank Via The Front Tank

    UF01 and FT 1001 without Flow Control Filling the UF01 spray liquid tank via the front tank Fig. 16 1. Couple the connection hose (Fig. 15/1) from the front tank with the filling connection (Fig. 15/2). 2. Switch tap on the front tank (Fig. 15/3) in position.
  • Page 35: Uf01 And Ft1001 With Flow Control (Optional)

    UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) With Flow Control, the front tank is used in combination with the in-cab terminal as an additional container for spray liquid. Flow Control operates in two modes: •...
  • Page 36: Additional Tank For Flushing Water

    UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) Additional tank for flushing water The UF field sprayer with FT1001 and Flow Control is equipped with an additional flushing water tank with a capacity of 100 l. (1) Additional tank (2) Hose for ventilation The additional tank and the UF flushing water tank are connected via a hose line.
  • Page 37: Connect Field Sprayer With Flow Control And Front Tank

    UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) Connect field sprayer with Flow Control and front tank To connect the field sprayer to the front tank, connect the following: Fig. 19/… (1) Front tank inflow hose line (2) Front tank outflow hose line (3) Connector cable of the filling level indicator (4) Hose line for internal cleaning To use the field sprayer without the front tank and Flow Control...
  • Page 38: Automatic Mode

    UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) Automatic mode Before starting to spray, circulate the spray liquid for at least 5 minutes with agitating effect in automatic mode. This ensures uniform active substance concentration. During use and transport, the field sprayer / front tank combination is operated in Automatic mode.
  • Page 39: Manual Mode

    UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) Manual mode In manual mode, the spray liquid distribution to both containers is controlled by the operator. This is accomplished by these functions: • Pump to front • Pump to rear Mode selection Automatic / manual Display in the in-cab terminal work menu: Fig.
  • Page 40: Front Tank Submenu

    UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) Front tank submenu Display in the front tank function group menu (1) Automatic mode switched on. (2) Manual mode switched on (3) Total filling level (UF+FT) (4) Pumps switched on from FT to UF (5) Pumps switched on from UF to FT Fig.
  • Page 41: Filling

    UF01 and FT1001 with Flow Control (optional) Filling See operating manual for field sprayer ISOBUS software. CAUTION When the UF front tank combination is filled, the UF tank nomi- nal capacity must not be exceeded. Automatic pumping during operation would overfill the UF tank. The front tank is filled via: •...
  • Page 42: Uf02 And Ft 1001 Without Flowcontrol

    UF02 and FT 1001 without FlowControl UF02 and FT 1001 without FlowControl Filling the front tank via the UF01 field sprayer Only possible for UF field sprayers with special optional quick empty- ing equipment. Fig. 24 Before filling the front tank, open its screw lid to ventilate it.
  • Page 43 UF02 and FT 1001 without FlowControl 4. Run the pump. 5. Pressure valve chest DA in position 6. Switch tap IJ in position 0. Comfort Package: TwinTerminal: ο Select suction filling ο Enter a target fill level for the UF02 (greater than the actual fill level of the UF02).
  • Page 44: Filling The Uf Spray Liquid Tank Via The Front Tank

    UF02 and FT 1001 without FlowControl Filling the UF spray liquid tank via the front tank Fig. 26 1. Couple the connection hose from the front tank (1) to the filling connection (2). 2. Switch tap on front tank (3) in position 3.
  • Page 45 UF02 and FT 1001 without FlowControl No Comfort Package: ο Suction valve chest SA in position → The UF02 is filled. Pay attention to the fill level indicator on the field sprayer. When the tank is full: 7. Suction valve chest SA in position 8.
  • Page 46: Uf02 And Ft 1001 With Flow Control (Optional)

    UF02 and FT 1001 with Flow Control (optional) UF02 and FT 1001 with Flow Control (optional) With Flow Control, the front tank is used in combination with the in-cab terminal as an additional container for spray liquid. Flow Control operates in two modes: •...
  • Page 47: Connect Field Sprayer With Flow Control And Front Tank

    UF02 and FT 1001 with Flow Control (optional) Connect field sprayer with Flow Control and front tank To connect the field sprayer to the front tank, connect the following: (1) Front tank inflow hose line (2) Front tank outflow hose line...
  • Page 48: Flowcontrol And Isobus

    UF02 and FT 1001 with Flow Control (optional) FlowControl and ISOBUS Modus Automatic / Manual Switching the pump to the front on / off Switch the pump to the rear on / off Display in the Work menu: (1) Automatic mode switched off.
  • Page 49: Filling

    UF02 and FT 1001 with Flow Control (optional) For using the field sprayer without front tank, switch off the front tank in the Implement menu. Filling See operating manual for field sprayer ISOBUS software. The front tank is filled via the field sprayer UF.
  • Page 50: Commissioning

    Commissioning Commissioning This section contains information • on commissioning your machine. • on checking if it is possible to connect the machine to your trac- tor. • Before operating the machine for the first time the operator must have read and understood the operating manual. •...
  • Page 51: Fastening The Front Tank Supply Lines On The Tractor

    Commissioning Fastening the front tank supply lines on the tractor To fasten the supply lines (Fig. 25/1) you will need holders not includ- ed in the delivery. Supply lines for the front tank with Flow Control • Front tank inflow hose line •...
  • Page 52: Coupling And Uncoupling The Machine

    Coupling and uncoupling the machine Coupling and uncoupling the machine When coupling and uncoupling the machine, comply with the section "Safety information for the user", page 18. WARNING Risk of crushing from unintentional starting and rolling of the tractor and machine when coupling or uncoupling the machine. When coupling or uncoupling the machine, secure the tractor and machine against unintentional start-up and rolling before entering the danger area between the tractor and machine;...
  • Page 53 Coupling and uncoupling the machine WARNING Risk of crushing, being caught or pulled in, or impact when the machine is unexpectedly released from the tractor. • Use the intended equipment to connect the tractor and the ma- chine in the proper way. •...
  • Page 54: Uncoupling The Machine

    Coupling and uncoupling the machine 10.2 Uncoupling the machine WARNING Risk of crushing and/or impact • due to insufficient stability and the machine tipping over on soft or uneven ground. • due to the machine unintentionally rolling when parked on a transportation device.
  • Page 55: Transportation

    Transportation Transportation WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, being caught and/or drawn in, or im- pact through unintentional releasing of the coupled machine. Carry out a visual check that the upper and lower link pins are firmly fixed with the linchpin against unintentional release. WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, being caught and/or drawn in, or im- pact from tipping and insufficient stability.
  • Page 56 Transportation Regulating the field of vision by means of the front tank clearance height Avoid restriction of the field of vision by observing the specified front tank clearance height, see Table unterhalb. Table for determining clearance height Distance from front edge of seat in central position to lower link eye Clearance height 2.40...
  • Page 57: Pump Maintenance

    Pump maintenance Pump maintenance For maintenance of the pump, also refer to the UF operating manual. 12.1.1 Adjust the air pressure in the pressure reservoir The pressure reservoir (Fig. 23/1) attenuates the pressure peaks. Required air pressure in the pressure reservoir: 3.0 bar Check air pressure annually Check and correct the air pressure at the air...
  • Page 58: Replacing The Pressure Reservoir Diaphragm

    Pump maintenance 12.1.2 Replacing the pressure reservoir diaphragm CAUTION Before removing the pressure reservoir cover (Fig. 24/1), bleed the air pressure from the pressure reservoir (Fig. 24/2) via the air valve (Fig. 24/3). Fig. 33 1. Remove the pressure reservoir cover (Fig. 24/1) after unscrew- ing the four nuts.
  • Page 59 Pump maintenance FT BAG0065.6 02.19...

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