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Prairie Pro
Operator's Manual MY19
SEE INSIDE COVER
GA8701009 REV 2
MAR 2020
FROM SERIAL #202113

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  • Page 1 Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 SEE INSIDE COVER GA8701009 REV 2 MAR 2020 FROM SERIAL #202113...
  • Page 2 All information in this operator’s manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. The policy of Goldacres is one of continuous improvement and as such, Goldacres reserve the right to alter any specifications and designs without notice and without incurring any obligation regarding such changes.
  • Page 3 (a) the supplying of the services again; or date of the Purchaser’ s or user’ s use of the Goods and Goldacres shall be under no liability for damages arising out of the use of any (b) the payment of the cost of having the services supplied again.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 INTRODUCTION Centrifugal Spray Pump - Hydraulic Drive..Control System Mounting ....Welcome ......Control System Connection .
  • Page 6 Bi-fold - 30-36 m ....Centre Level Adjustment 36-48m ... 10 LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    - we value the relationship with the owners of our equipment. We are pleased to have you as a Goldacres owner and look forward to making your spray applications as efficient as possible. Please use this comprehensive resource to gain a full understanding of your equipment, and don’t hesitate to...
  • Page 8 2 - Chapter 1 - Introduction Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Goldacres for successful blowing with mouth. performance. Operators working outside these limitations do so at their own risk, unless specific Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 2 - Safety -...
  • Page 10 540 rpm. • Do not exceed the maximum spraying pressure of 8 Bar. Continued over page 4 - Chapter 2 - Safety Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 11 Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 2 - Safety - 5...
  • Page 12 All operators should be trained in the safe use of Ag chemicals. Goldacres suggest that a relevant course is completed by owners/operators prior to operation of this equipment as a spray unit.

  • Page 13: Machine Orientation

    250 mm distances can also be optioned. sucked into the barrel and is then passed back into the tank. To increase this venturi effect, the bypass Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 3 - General Information & Specs -...
  • Page 14 Users guides to spray nozzles are available from your • Each individual boom section has a maximum Goldacres dealer, or as a free download from the delivery of 35 litres per minute with clean filters TeeJet web site: www.teejet.com fitted.
  • Page 15 The ladders should be stowed while the sprayer is operating to avoid personal injury or equipment damage. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 3 - General Information & Specs - 9...

  • Page 16: Hydraulics

    Prairie Pro sprayers can be set up for use on closed lo e entre centre and open centre hydraulic systems. It is...

  • Page 17: Wheels & Tyres

    8500L - 320 KPa / 46 PSI HARVEST 480/80R46 158A8 HR45 – 35PSI 240 KPa / 35 PSI HARVEST 710/70R42 179A8 HR45 – 46PSI 320 KPa / 46 PSI Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 3 - General Information & Specs - 11...

  • Page 18: Dimensions

    To ensure that the dimensions are accurate for your sprayer it is recommended that you measure your sprayer individually. Continued over page 12 - Chapter 3 - General Information & Specs Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 19 8530 3800 3150 3450 11000 6820 8533 4200 3150 3450 10800 6820 8536 4200 3150 3450 10800 6820 8548 4200 3780 4400 9350 6820 Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 3 - General Information & Specs -...

  • Page 20: Identification Parts Ordering

    Dealers are not liable for the return of any goods to a Goldacres Dealer. The goods must be returned to the point of sale. Genuine Goldacres parts only should be used on Goldacres equipment.

  • Page 21: Cabin

    Chapter 4 CABIN ot ppli a le Chapter 5 DRIVETRAIN ot ppli a le Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 4 & 5 - N/A - 15...
  • Page 22 16 - Chapter 4 & 5 - N/A Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 23: General

    Conversely, as the ground Metres x 3.6 speed decreases, the re uired flow to the booms, as Km/hr = well as the pressure, decreases. Time (seconds) Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 6 - Calibration -...

  • Page 24: Flow Control Valve

    It is mounted to the boom centre if fitted. Consult your Raven RC operation manual supplied for detailed setup and calibration information. Continued over page 18 - Chapter 6 - Calibration Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 25: Speed Sensors

    When using a radar the console speed cal figure is initially and then can be fine tuned from this figure. See ‘Console Calibration Raven SCS44 ’ section for further information on console setup. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 6 - Calibration - 19...

  • Page 26: Flow Meter Calibration - Raven 4400

    ‘Meter Cal’ value can be changed i.e. If volume from the controller reads 3100 litres instead of 3000 litres and the original Meter Cal value is 185, then: 20 - Chapter 6 - Calibration Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 27: Nozzle Calibration

    This may include, but not be limited to; • Cleaning the nozzles using the method recommended by the nozzle supplier. • Replacing the nozzles. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 6 - Calibration - 21...

  • Page 28: Console Calibration - Raven Scs4400

    3. Key in the correct calibration number (i.e. 185). 2. To operate in litres/hectare ensure “UNITS SI METRIC HECTARES” is display. 4. Depress the [ENTER] key again to lock it in. Continued over page 22 - Chapter 6 - Calibration Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 29 PRODUCT TYPE, VALVE 1. Accurately mark and measure 100 metres. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 6 - Calibration -...
  • Page 30 2. The area applied. 2. If it reads “MAN NOBM” (manual no boom) As boom sections are turned on or off the console Continued over page 24 - Chapter 6 - Calibration Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 31 2 is displayed. off. Thus a minimum pressure will be maintained 4. Continue momentarily depressing the [DOWN] regardless of boom section status. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 6 - Calibration - 25...
  • Page 32 To counteract this simply unplug the To reset an Area or Volume value: Continued over page 26 - Chapter 6 - Calibration Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 33: 3Ts - Boom Tier Programming

    R11 25’s can cut in at is 1. bar. The flow have to be entered. rate for an XR110025 nozzle at 1.0 bar is 0.57 L/min. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 6 - Calibration -...
  • Page 34 NOTE: The consoles won’t accept tier values containing decimal points so values calculated with Continued over page 28 - Chapter 6 - Calibration Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 35 NOTE: If operating the sprayer in the 2TS mode the same si e and type of no les should be fitted to both boom lines. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 6 - Calibration - 29...
  • Page 36 - Chapter 6 - Calibration Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 37: Preparing Sprayer For Use

    • Check all bolts and nuts to make sure they are come to your aid if need be. tight and secure. • Complete the scheduled lubrication. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation -...

  • Page 38: Spray Calibration

    Mo ntin • The pump mounting bolts should be checked to ensure that they are not loose. • Check each light around the machine for correct operation. - Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 39: Drawbar Connections

    Raven male and female speed sensor connections Hydraulic hose connections Male and female Deutsch connections Safety chains (optional) Safety chains (optional) ISOBUS connection Draw bar connection mounting plate Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation -...

  • Page 40: Tractor Connection

    IMPORTANT: See PTO shaft setup information in ‘Diaphragm Spray Pump - PTO Drive’ section. IMPORTANT: The wide angle joint must be connected to the tractor PTO drive side. - Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 41 PTO shaft onto pump or tractor PTO shaft until pin engages. Pull PTO shaft back to make sure pin has engaged and the shaft cannot come off. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation -...

  • Page 42: Diaphragm Spray Pump - Hydraulic Drive

    The pump speed is set via the tractor based hydraulic flow controls. A good uality flow control system should be used such that pump RPM does not vary significantly with tractor engine RP . - Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 43: Control System Mounting

    The Blue wire connects into the ignition source and the small black wire connects to earth. NOTE: The negative should be connected last to prevent the chance of a short. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation -...

  • Page 44: Electrical Layout - Cabin Side

    - Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 45: Electrical Layout - Trailer Side

    Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation -...

  • Page 46: Hydraulic Schematic - Non Spool Valve

    40 - Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 47: Hydraulic Schematic - Spool Valve - Open Centre

    Open entre Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation - 41...

  • Page 48: Hydraulic Schematic - Spool Valve - Closed Centre

    42 - Chapter 7 - Pre-Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 49: Key Features

    Pod work light Hydraulic spool valve block Flow meter Suction filter Boom paralift Fill point (direct to tank) Tank access ladder Spray pump - Centrifugal Option Boom rest Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation -...

  • Page 50: Ez Control Station - Key Functions

    Turning ON allows flow to recirculate through system for a Main tank rinse (recirculate) more thorough flushing decontamination. NOTE: These functions only available when the main spray pump is operating - pressuring the system. 44 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 51: Ez Control Station - Quick Start Guide

    Improper selection or use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil or other property. Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper selection or use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil or other property. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation - 45 mical for the job.

  • Page 52: Pumps

    Do not run it faster than 4200 rpm. Max 4200 RPM Above: Arag MSP 400 centrifugal pump. 46 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 53: Chemical Induction Hopper

    Rinse Tap Tank Rinse Nozzle Level Indicator 60 L Drain Tap Hopper Tank Ball Valve Drum Rinse Nozzle Pressure Water Mixing Jet Valve Hopper breather Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation -...
  • Page 54 OFF by turning the yellow handle so that it is horizontal. • Rotate the 4-way valve from ‘Hopper to ‘Bypass’. • Ensure that the agitator valve is ON. The sprayer Continued over page 48 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 55 • Be mindful of where rinsate is deposited as it may contain chemical residue. • This procedure will not rinse the hose from the bottom of the hopper to the main tank. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation - 49...

  • Page 56: Tank Filling

    5. When the required amount of water has been transferred into the main tank, stop the flow by turning the ‘main tank fill’ to O . Continued over page 50 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 57 Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation - 51...

  • Page 58: Agitation

    2. Use the lever/switch in cabin to unfold the boom so that the boom is aligned with the centre section. 3. Lower the boom to the desired height above the target. 52 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 59: Spray Application

    OP NIN the tap for about 2 seconds Above: The suction filter is mounted in the left hand and then off again. This will cause the filter bowl side pod. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation -...

  • Page 60: Pressure Filter Cleaning

    Above: Pressure filter located on left hand side chassis rail and behind the induction hopper. Filter screen Above: Clean or replace the filter screen with the same mesh size as necessary. 54 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 61: Flushing

    11. Now follow the instructions for boom flushing as NOTE: If the pressure gauge increases dramatically, above - keep ball valve drawing from main tank. slow down pump RPM. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation - 55...

  • Page 62: Controller - Raven Scs4400

    Above: An optional Raven 6 section control box can density be programmed to control the 16 sections in any combination of groups or individually. • Valve type & Cal • Rate Cal 56 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 63: Controller - Raven Rate Control Module

    Integrated magnet mount option to easily attach and detach with any metal frame • ynamically configure run screen based on operator preferences to show most relevant data during operation For more information please see your Raven operation manual. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation -...

  • Page 64: Rapidfire

    Raven Rate Control section) Module (RCM) - Where optioned Air solenoids (Larger box is used for 16 section option) Continued over page 58 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 65 See the parts book for more detail. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation - 59...
  • Page 66 The oiler requires regular inspection and topping up every 250 hours or when required. pressure gauge Moisture trap drain Continued over page 60 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 67 On the solenoid bank there are two exhaust ports. These must be kept clean so that the air can expel from these when the RapidFire nozzles are turned off. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation - 61...
  • Page 68 The wire in pin B of the plug is the earth and pin C is the power. The solenoids operate on 12 volts supplied from the section switches on the console 62 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 69: Rapidflow - Pressure Delivery Schematic

    Flow eli er e ati Recirculation OFF Recirculation ON Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation -...

  • Page 70: Rapidflow - Rinsing Schematic

    Flow in in e ati Recirculation OFF Recirculation ON 64 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 71: Decontamination

    5. Where a road pack has been installed connect tail light plug. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 8 - Operation - 65...

  • Page 72: End Of Day

    • Lower the jack and wind until weight is taken off tractor. • Remove drawbar pin. • Remove safety chains. 66 - Chapter 8 - Operation Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 73: General

    Machine components should be coated with a suitable protectant prior to use, and then washed down, thoroughly, immediately after every PITCH Pitch Roll ROLL GA5013 GA5013 Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom -...

  • Page 74: Boom Overview - 30-36 M

    OF GOLDACRES TRADING PTY LTD AND IS REVISIONS TOLERANCED DRG. STAND SUBJECT OF COPYRIGHT /PRACTICE DEBUR ALL EDGES AS 1100 TriTech Centre Section & Paralift Continued over page 68 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 75 Centre Leveling system (Bi-fold only) Norac cylinder (Optional) Boom stopper bolt (Opposite side) Norac valve block (Optional) Rapidfire flow distributor Paralift arms Rapidfire oiler dryer Lift cylinders Rapidflow valve Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom - 69...

  • Page 76: Boom Overview - 48 M

    ± 1 ± 0.5 0.00 ± 0.25 THIS DRAWING REM OF GOLDACRES TRA SUBJECT OF - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 MATERIAL DRAWN BY: 1-3 MORANG CR. MITCHELL PARK. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED MATERIAL NOT...
  • Page 77 Clevis adjustment threads Diagonal delta links Third stage boom Boom roll alignment adjuster Saddle bracket Rapidflow valve Boom stopper Roll shockers Breakaway tip Norac hydraulic block (Optional) Boom protector Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom -...

  • Page 78: Boom Features

    Continued over page - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 79 - pre-charging them and eliminating waste. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom -...

  • Page 80: Boom Options

    Importantly you can use the nozzles you want to use - including air induction nozzles. That means higher speed spraying without the limitations of large droplet size. - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 81             NORAC SYSTEMS   NORAC, INC.  NORAC EUROPE SARL   INTERNATIONAL INC.  Suite 111  Rue de l’Hermitage  3702 Kinnear Place  6667 West Old Shakopee Road   01090 Guéreins   FR    Saskatoon, SK S7P 0A6   CA  Bloomington, MN  55438   USA  Phone: +33 (0)4 26 47 04 42        Phone: (+1) 306 664 6711      Phone: (+1) 952 224 4142    Fax: (+1) 306 664 6664  Fax: (+1) 952 224 4149  INFO@NORAC.CA  Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom -...

  • Page 82: Boom Adjustment - 30-36 M

    Tighten nut to adjust the boom backward. Tighten nut to adjust the boom forward. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPEC - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 DIMENSIONS ARE IN MIL DEBUR ALL EDGES DATE EDITED: 9/10/2012...
  • Page 83 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED 23/02/2011 DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS Cable drum suit 2013 Ev DRAWN: DEBUR ALL EDGES Luke M Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom - MATERIAL: DATE EDITED: 23/08/2012 Matt DO NOT SCALE DRAWING UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED SCALE:1:7.5...
  • Page 84 APPL DATE 23/08/2012 OPEN DIM 0.20 MATERIAL: Matt ONE DEC. PL. 0.10 TWO DEC. PL. 0.05 SCALE:1:5 SHEET 1 OF 1 ANGULAR 0 30 DO NOT SCALE DRAWING - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 85 Tilt adjustment (use to raise/lower inner boom) Tilt adjustment lock nut Standard Tilt Adjustment Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom - 1-3 MORANG CR GOLDACRES MITCHELL PARK 3352 PH: 03 53426399...
  • Page 86 GOLDACRES MITCHELL PARK 3352 PH: 03 53426399 FAX: 03 53426308 TITLE: 80 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 DATE CREATED: DWG NO. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED 23/02/2011 DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS Cable drum suit 2013 Evo...
  • Page 87 Cable drum suit 2013 DRAWN: DEBUR ALL EDGES Luke M MATERIAL: DATE EDITED: 24/08/2012 Matt DO NOT SCALE DRAWING SCALE:1:7.5 Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom - 81 REV NO CHANGE DATE ECN NO. 1-3 MORANG CR...
  • Page 88 ± 0.25 14/12/2018 DRAWING CHECKED BY: THIS DRAWING REMAINS THE PROPERTY DEBURR AND BREAK OF GOLDACRES TRADING PTY LTD AND IS SHARP EDGES SUBJECT OF COPYRIGHT 82 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 89 (Ensure there is ample room in front and behind the boom as it will be required to oscillate. ) Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom -...
  • Page 90 NOTE: The pressure reducing valve in the circuit limits the main hydraulic pressure to 100 bar entering the hydraulic circuit. 84 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 91 5. Oscillate the boom by hand to bring the boom and cylinders into the desired center position. 6. The pressure gauges in the hydraulic yaw circuit should be reading 100 bar. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom - 85...
  • Page 92 Tilt Out can be used to generate pressure in the hydraulic system. CAUTION: Take care when working with hydraulic oil under pressure. Ensure that excess oil is drained into a container. 86 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 93: Boom Adjustment - 48 M

    30 mm Pivot B FIRST STAGE Pivot A PARALIFT Pivot A Above: Top view of boom & tilt angle adjustment. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom -...
  • Page 94 3. Once the correct alignment has been obtained, re-tighten the locknuts on the upper and lower clevis joint threads (1 " inch spanner). 88 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 95 FIRST STAGE shim plates will need to rest on them. Pivot A PARALIFT Pivot A Above: Top view of boom & yaw angle adjustment. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom - 89...
  • Page 96 50 mm in front of the end of the second stage, re-tighten the lock nut on the stopper (1 ” inch spanner). 90 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 97 3. Wind in (clockwise) the ‘Yaw Bleed’ valve to close it fully. 4. Shut down the engine. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom - 91...

  • Page 98: Three Dimensional Breakaway - 30-48 M

    Hole in sprocket aligns Lower pivot plates with hole in pivot plate sit level when adjusted correctly 92 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 ECN NO. REV NO CHANGE DATE 1-3 MORANG CR...

  • Page 99: Bi-Fold - 30-36 M

    Wind it out to decrease the fold wing fully. Wind it out to limit the travel. travel of the outer boom. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom -...
  • Page 100 When the correct pressure is reached, tighten the lock nut on the pressure adjusting screw on the spool block. 94 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 101: Centre Level Adjustment 36-48M

    Then repeat procedure until the booms are level when folding the bi-fold. Above: Centre level cable adjusters (36-42m Boom) Above: Centre level cable adjusters (48m Boom) Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 9 - Boom - 95...
  • Page 102 96 - Chapter 9 - Boom Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 103: Lubrication & Maintenance

    Clean wheel bearings, inspect, re-grease and set rolling torque Yearly Carry out a complete decontamination of the sprayer Check pump air accumulator pressure is at an equal pressure to the spraying Yearly pressure Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 10- Lubrication & Maintenance -...

  • Page 104: Lubrication

    50 hours Hitch 50 hourly PTO telescopic shaft 50 hourly Paralift arm rose ends 50 hourly Jack 3 monthly Induction hopper pivots 3 monthly 98 - Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 105: Lubrication Points - Centre Section

    Hydraulic cylinder ends (wing tilt, lift, fold, hydraulic yaw) 8 hourly Tilt pins 8 hourly Diagonal delta link pins 8 hourly Lineal delta link pins 8 hourly Paralift pins 8 hourly Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance - 99...

  • Page 106: Lubrication Points - Cable Drum

    22/10/2012 DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS GA4906305 DRAWN: DEBUR ALL EDGES MATERIAL: DATE EDITED: 7/08/2013 100 - Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Matt DO NOT SCALE DRAWING SCALE:1:3 SHEET 2 OF 2...

  • Page 107: Maintenance - General

    Check pump air accumulator where fitted . The air pressure in the air accumulator must be maintained to the correct pressure (approximately half of Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance - 101...
  • Page 108 Remove the inner bearing. released (to prevent overheating the brakes). Remove the seal too if it is to be replaced during this service. Continued over page 102 - Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 109 • Remove all wheel nuts and remove wheel from sprayer. Be careful that the wheel does not fall on any person and cause bodily harm. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance -...
  • Page 110 Filter screens are best cleaned with a soft brush in clean water or by compressed air after washing. 104 - Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 111: Airbag Suspension

    Measure from bottom of upper upright rod be too far forward or backward the ride mount plate to bottom edge of airbag. characteristics will be affected considerably. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance - 105...

  • Page 112: Hydraulics

    T - return to tank F - Boom fold PG - Pressure gauge Above: Spool block shown with cap removed from flow control valve. Continued over page 106 - Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 113: Corrosion Prevention

    DRG. STANDARD SUBJECT OF COPYRIGHT /PRACTICE DATE EDITED: DEBUR ALL EDGES DO NOT SCALE DRAW NealHarvey 19/06/2017 SCALE:1:35 AS 1100 Boom rests Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance -...
  • Page 114 Drum storage or DCI module (Optional) Wheel nuts Fixed axle frame mounting bolts Axle airbag frame mounting bolts Airbag hose fittings Continued over page 108 - Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 115 THIS DRAWING REMAINS THE PROPERTY UNLESS OTHERWISE OF GOLDACRES TRADING PTY LTD AND IS TOLERANCED DRG. STANDARD SUBJECT OF COPYRIGHT /PRACTICE DEBUR ALL EDGES AS 1100 Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance - 109...

  • Page 116: Service Parts - Lubricants

    • At the time of manufacture, G15 anti-corrosion spray is applied to all fasteners (bolts, washers and nuts) and zinc plated components. 110 - Chapter 10 - Lubrication & Maintenance Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    Bypass line is restricted or rate are too high blocked. Check pump speed is not too fast. Check if Bypass valve is turned on Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting - 111...
  • Page 118 PTO shaft is inadequately joint Lubricate PTO shaft and uni joints lubricated PTO shaft bent or PTO shaft is too short Replace PTO shaft vibrating excessively 112 - Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 119: Spray Pump - Centrifugal

    Extremely cold weather can Pump housing or cause liquid in the pump to Check for ice in the pump and let defrost if required mounting cracked. freeze Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting -...

  • Page 120: Tanks, Chassis & Wheels

    75 PSI, check system pressure. The air bags are not inflating Compressor not working Check that the compressor is working properly correctly 114 - Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 121: Flow Meter & Controller

    Repair or replace the flow meter as soon as possible. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting - 115...
  • Page 122 Repair or replace the console as soon as possible. Voltage Readings 2 o’clock - 6 o’clock (+5V DC) 10 o’clock - 2 o’clock (+5V DC) 116 - Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 123: Chemical Probe

    Nozzle tip blockages. nozzle, rinsing thoroughly with water and cleaning with compressed air. No spray coming from nozzle Remove the check valve and clean as Check valve blockages. required. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting -...

  • Page 124: Boom

    PIVOT SHIM (UNFOLDED) (FOLDED) ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT Remove Shims Down Add Shims Level Remove Shims Remove Shims Down Down Add Shims Down Remove Shims Level Down Add Shims 118 - Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 125: Smart Steer

    Sprayer steering angle sensor is out of range for centre position. Must be no more than +/- 4.5 degrees. Adjustment of steering sensor linkage is required. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting - 119...
  • Page 126 120 - Chapter 11 - Troubleshooting Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 127: Optional Accessories

    The higher the viscosity of the liquid, the longer it takes to transfer Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories - 121...
  • Page 128 11. When finished, CLOS the valve on the probe and venturi valve. OPEN the bypass valve. Keep the agitator valve OPEN and disconnect probe. 122 - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 129: Chemical Transfer Pump

    NOTE: On all pipe connections, Teflon tape is the recommended pipe thread sealant. NOTE: o not use the pump with fluids that have a flash point lower than 3 degrees C 1 degrees . Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories -...

  • Page 130: Chemical Transfer Flow Meter

    CURRENT TOTAL (CUR). To CALIBRATE (CAL 124 - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Volume Unit Selection choices are: GALLONS (GAL), NOTE: No pumping LITERS (LTR), or COUNTS (CNT).
  • Page 131 2. Press and hold MODE button for 3–5 seconds to seconds to enter Calibration Mode (CAL). show Volume Unit Selection. Press INCREASE or DECREASE buttons to select desired Volume Units. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories - 125...
  • Page 132 Display will return to CURRENT TOTAL (CUR) without making any changes. Reference only To purchase parts, please contact our Sales Department at 800-424-9776. 911-729 (4/12, Rev. C) 126 - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 133 Check inlet outlet fittings for proper seal. Check meter housing for cracks. Noisy / rough operation: Check nutating chamber for debris. Check for loose magnetic wheel assembly. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories -...

  • Page 134: Chemical Transfer Flow Meter & Pump - Troublesht. 127 Hydraulic Fill Pump

    • Start the tractor and engage the pump. • Turn the adjustment screw in to increase the pump RPM’S until it is running just fast enough to prime. 128 - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 135 6. Once the required amount of water has been transferred, rotate the ball valve to OFF position and then switch off the fill pump toggle switch. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories - 129...

  • Page 136: Direct Chemical Injection

    OFF. Step 6. Turn chemical probe tap OFF (on LHS) and switch spray pump OFF. Continued over page - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 137 Step 5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 until you are satisfied that the system is decontaminated. Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories -...
  • Page 138 • Turn the boom master and all the boom section The pump may have a calibration tag attached switches ‘on’ quoting a value of 110. Continued over page - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 139 • Depress the [ENTER] key to display the ‘E’ enter screen. The word ‘SERIAL’ will be highlighted. symbol Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories -...
  • Page 140 VOLUME], [FIELD AREA] or [FIELD VOLUME] The SCS 4400 has the ability to simultaneously store Area and Volume data for a chemical injection unit Continued over page - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 141 ‘AUTO NOBM’ (auto no this function. boom). • If it reads ‘MAN NOBM’ (manual no boom) momentarily depress the [AUTO/MANUAL] key Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories -...
  • Page 142 • Momentarily depress the [DATA MENU] key to bring up the data submenu at the bottom of the screen. The word ‘SERIAL’ will be highlighted. • Momentarily depress the [DATA MENU] key - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 143: Direct Chemical Injection - Scs4400 Programming. 132 Direct Chemical Injection - Quick Start Guide

    Spray mode 5. Move handle to T “On” position Drain Drain Probe Probe Calibrate Calibrate Vent (SPRAY MOD Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories -...
  • Page 144 Calibrate Product 4 Product 4 Do not run pump in this position - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 2. Move handle to O To Boom To Boom (SPRAY MODE) Spray mode If the Direct Chemical Injection tank is over lled, If the Direct Chemical Injection tank is over lled, chemical may be drawn into the main carrier/product tank.
  • Page 145 Spray mode Spray mode 5. Move handle to “On” position Drain Drain Probe Probe Calibrate Calibrate Vent (SPRAY MO Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories -...

  • Page 146: Boom Height Control - Norac

    WWW.NORAC.CA    PRECISION DEFINED Goldacres UC5 Active Wing Roll                140 - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...

  • Page 147: Fill Flow Meter - 70 Series

    F n tion INCR AS PR SS R TO T RN O CL AR CR AS tart reen SO TWAR RSION Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories - 141...
  • Page 148 1. Press ‘PRO’ to turn display screen on. once turned on, numbers shown on screen may vary to those shown below 2. The flow meter calibration number must be entered. This number is located on the flow meter I label. Continued over page 142 - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
  • Page 149 . To set the target volume, press ‘PRO’ once so the target value flashes. se the arrows to ad ust the value. Press ‘PRO’ when value is reached. . Press up and down arrows simultaneously to turn off. Continued over page Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2 Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories -...
  • Page 150 6. When the operation is complete, press the up and down arrows simultaneously to turn the console off. 144 - Chapter 12 - Optional Accessories Prairie Pro Operator’s Manual MY19 - REV 2...
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