Norstar RS 6000 Manual

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RS 6000 Injection Sprayer Manual

Western US Location

2302 "A" Street SE

Auburn WA 98002

Phone ............. (253) 735-1881

Toll Free ......... (800) 735-1881

Fax .................. (253) 735-2051

Gasoline Driven Injection Skid with Cable Plug Set v6.1

ORSTAR

NDUSTRIES

www.norstarind.com

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Eastern US Location

934 E Main Street

Headland AL 36345

Phone ............ (334) 693-0055

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Page 1 Phone .... (334) 693-0055 Toll Free ..(800) 735-1881 Toll Free ..(866) 693-0055 Fax ....(253) 735-2051 Fax ....(334) 693-0066 www.norstarind.com Gasoline Driven Injection Skid with Cable Plug Set v6.1 COPYRIGHT NORSTAR INDUSTRIES INC. 1996-2008 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
ABLE ONTENTS 1: O ECTION VERVIEW Introduction ........................1 General Description......................2 RS 6000 Operating Specifications .................. 2 2: O ECTION PERATION Start-up ........................... 3 Chemical Loading Standard Loading....................... 4 Closed Loading System Load Chemical Tank(s) ..................4 Unload Chemical Tank(s) ..................5 Transfer Chemical Between Onboard Tanks ............
Page 4 NSC-90500 Rear Spraybar Pattern ................30 NSC-20320 Guard Rail Drop Nozzle Pattern ..............31 RS 6000 Master Schematic ................... 32 RS 6000 Cable Plug Set ....................33 RS 6000 Wiring Diagram ....................34 RS 6000 Console Rear Panel Wiring ................35...
Page 5 Sotera Digital Meter Battery Replacement Procedure ........65 Sotera Digital Meter Troubleshooting Guide ............66 Closed Loading Hose Routing ................. 67 Chemical Probe ....................... 68 Rear Spraybar ....................... 69 Guardrail Drop Nozzle ....................70 Norstar Industries Warranty Statement ................. 71...
Page 7: Introduction
RS 6000 ROADSIDE SPRAYER NTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your Norstar RS6000 Roadside Sprayer. This is a state of the art sprayer for the precise application of herbicides to roadside vegetation. The RS6000 Sprayer uses a TASC 6300 chemical injection system to automatically monitor and control the precise amount of chemical being applied per acre.
Page 8: General Description
ENERAL ESCRIPTION The Norstar RS6000 sprayer provides precise chemical application from a boomless sprayhead mounted behind the operator. The sprayhead contains 7 individually controlled boom sections. The sprayhead can be tilted from an in-cab control console to compensate for changes in ditch or embankment slopes.
Page 9: Section 2: Operation Start-Up
TART NOTE: Before initial start-up of this machine both the RS6000 manual and the TASC manual should be read completely. For training, calibration, and testing NORSTAR INDUSTRIES INC. recommends water be used in lieu of chemical until the operators feel comfortable with the operation of the machine.
Page 10: Chemical Loading
HEMICAL OADING WARNING: Protective gear should be worn when handling any chemical. TANDARD OADING 1. Close all valves on the chemical tanks. 2. Remove the lid. 3. Pour the desired amount of liquid chemical into the chemical tank and replace the lid. 4.
Page 11: Unload Chemical Tank(S)
NLOAD HEMICAL At the closed load manifold: 1. Attach the chemical probe hose to the flat face quick disconnect located at the bottom of the manifold. 2. Place the chemical probe in the product container. 3. Turn the ball valve for the chemical probe to “Unload” as indicated on the label. 4.
Page 12: System Flush
System Flush At the closed load manifold: 1. Turn the ball valve(s) for the chemical tank line(s) to be flushed to “Load” as indicated on the label. 2. Turn the water ball valve on the top of the manifold on. At the bottom of the chemical tanks whose lines are to be flushed: 3.
Page 13 5. Determine the amount of product that was dispensed into the container and compare to the meter reading. If the volume displayed on the meter is less than the amount dispensed, select a lower CAL factor. If the volume displayed on the meter is higher than the amount dispensed select a higher CAL factor.
Page 14: Calibration (Cal) Factor Table
Calibration (CAL) Factor Table † Fluid Temperature Product 30º F 40º F 50º F 60º F 70º F 80º F Banvel SGF® Roundup® Roundup® Ultra † Fluid temperature in mini bulk tanks stored outdoors will be approximately the average of the daily high and low temperatures.
Page 15: Chemical Rates
HEMICAL ATES The Norstar system provides the ability to make speed and width changes without effecting the chemical application rate. The TASC console monitors ground speed and spray widths, automatically increasing or decreasing the speed of each chemical injection pump to maintain preset chemical application rates.
Page 16: Wettable Powders And Granulars
ETTABLE OWDERS RANULARS Label rates for powders and granular chemicals are generally labeled in ounces or pounds per acre. To inject these chemicals a slurry must be made by mixing water with the chemical. We suggest using a small quantity to start. For example, start with 1 gallon of water, then add 1 lb. of measured powder and mix thoroughly.
Page 17: Chemical Tank Level Indicators
HEMICAL EVEL NDICATORS PTIONAL Six indicator lights are located in the RS6000 control console. The lights are wired to float switches in the bottom of each chemical tank. When the material level drops below the float level, the tank indicator will come on. WARNING: Care must be taken not to damage float switch in tank bottom when mixing chemical with anything other than standard agitator.
Page 18: Shutdown
PERATION HUTDOWN 1. If granular or dry flowable chemicals are used we recommend you flush the chemical tank and lines with water before step #2. NOTE: With optional closed loading system, close the valve at the bottom of the chemical tank and open the valve to the chemical pump.
Page 19: Maintenance Schedule
AINTENANCE CHEDULE AILY 1. Check the oil in the auxiliary engine or hydraulic tank as required. 2. Inspect the nozzles on the sprayhead for build up and clean with a soft bristled brush if necessary. 3. Check the spray pattern for uniform coverage and adjust as needed. 4.
Page 20: Water Pump Pressure Adjustment
ATER RESSURE DJUSTMENT NOTE: Maximum water pump pressure is 100 PSI with solenoids closed (deadheaded). NGINE RIVEN 1. Start auxiliary engine and allow the engine to warm up. 2. Turn on the water pump switch and run water through a few sprayhead boom sections to ensure no air is trapped in the pump.
Page 21: Sprayhead Nozzle Pressure Adjustment
PRAYHEAD OZZLE RESSURE DJUSTMENT NOTE: Main pump pressure should be checked before setting sprayhead boom sections. 1. Disconnect the power wire located on the back of nutating motor. 2. Remove one nozzle from the #1 sprayhead section. Install a calibration gauge and tube assembly (part # NS3110) in the open #1 nozzle hole with the nozzle installed in the end of calibration tube.
Page 22: Sprayhead Nozzle Setup
OZZLE ETUP The standard Norstar RS6000 Nutating sprayhead is supplied with nozzles that apply water (carrier) at a rate of 35 gallons per acre at 11 MPH. This is achieved by taking pressure readings directly at the nozzle assemblies and adjusting the individual regulators to the values shown on the tables below.
Page 23: Winterizing
INTERIZING 1. Empty the chemical tanks completely and flush thoroughly with water. 2. Open both water tank outlet valves and drain valve. Close them after tank is completely empty. Fill each chemical tank with one half-gallon of RV antifreeze. NOTE: With optional closed loading, use the chemical probe in the antifreeze container to load tanks.
Page 24 SET-UP MODE FUNCTIONS: First put the TASC in the handgun mode. To do this, set the mode switch on the RS 6000 console to “HANDGUN”. Now, Turn the TASC power “ON” and put the mode selector switch to “SET-UP.
Page 25 OPERATE MODE FUNCTIONS: Now put the TASC mode selector switch to “OPERATE”. The following programming functions are available in the TASC console: SPEED: This is a direct reading of ground speed. AREA: Area will not accumulate in the handgun mode. CHEM., CHEM.
Page 26 For broadcast spraying operations, separate widths can be programmed into the „‟B‟ or „C‟ widths on the TASC console. Select the „B‟ Width or „C‟ Width on the RS 6000 console. Select the width display function and the “SET-UP” mode on the TASC console.
Page 27 LEGACY PUMP CALIBRATION PUMP TUBE INSTALLATION TYPICAL PUMP CALIBRATION NUMBERS The pump calibration number (PC#) is a value that relates to the volume of chemical output during each revolution of the injection pump and is used by the TASC Control Console to determine each pump's actual discharge rate. Pump calibration numbers may differ slightly from one pump to the next.
Page 28 NOTE: Thoroughly flush all injection lines and fill with clean water before performing calibration procedure. A. Make sure all chemical containers are filled with fresh, clean water, and they are connected to the proper injection pumps. Turn all booms OFF. B. Set the RS 6000 control console switches as follows: Master Switch Rotary Selector AUTO C.
Page 29 Note: Finish with the same amount of water in the calibration tube as you started with. H. Be sure the supply tank for the pump being calibrated contains more than enough material to conduct the test. Direct the discharge line from the injection pump into the graduated container. Press and hold the Calibrate Button, (or install magnet), and allow the pump to discharge into the calibration container.
Page 30 A. Set the TASC control console to the following settings: Power Mode Selector SET-UP Display Selector DISTANCE The display now shows the current distance calibration value. B. Use the INC/DEC switch to select the initial distance calibration value suggested. You are now ready to perform the distance calibration.
Page 51 SPR-5330 Pressure Regulator Servicing the Pressure Spring (4) and Diaphragm (7). 1. Loosen the lock nut (2) 1/2 turn and turn the adjusting screw (1) counter -clock wise until the pressure spring (4) is no longer under tension. NOTE: When installing the adjusting screw during reassembly, turn the screw clockwise until the lock nut just touches the spring chamber.
Page 69 Sotera Diaphragm Pump Troubleshooting Guide...
Page 71 Sotera 850 Meter Recalibration Procedure Over time, the chamber inside the meter will wear, requiring recalibration. The 850 meter is designed to be recalibrated with water for safe handling and to provide a consistent baseline measurement. Recalibrating the meter with clean water will insure the CAL factors remain accurate. You will need a container of known volume, at least 5 gallons or larger.
Page 72 Sotera 850 Meter Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Solution Notes Meter won‟t turn on Seal to electronic chamber is Dead batteries Replace batteries. broken if display label is Damaged or contaminated Replace electronics removed or punctured. electronics module module & gaskets. Flashing decimal Meter will continue to operate Current total has rolled...
Page 77 NOT by NORSTAR INDUSTRIES, INC. Electronic components are not to be disassembled, without the express written permission of NORSTAR INDUSTRIES, INC. In the event of a defect in the sprayer control or injection pump, Norstar Industries, Inc. will provide a loaner injection sprayer control (computer) and/or injection pump, within twenty four (24) hours from the time user and Norstar Industries determine repairs cannot be made in the field.