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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL SANDS AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY Ltd Main Road, Brunstead, Stalham, Norwich, Norfolk NR12 9ER Tel: 01692 580522 Fax: 01692 580961 Email: sales@samltd.co.uk Website: www.samltd.co.uk Ver 4.8.2...
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Page 2: Introduction
Engine and transmission warranties are extended by their individual manufacturers – consult SAM for details. SAM Ltd reserves the right to charge for fair 'wear and tear' on selected items. Unusual working practices should also be avoided as these often contribute to a shorter working life on associated components. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction Section 1 Safety General Safety Safety Critical Items & Safety First Safety Check List - General Safety 1-3, 6 Safety Check List - Safety Decals Do’s & Don’t’s Section 2 Machine Controls 2.1 4000, 4000E, 5500, 6000 Steering Column 2.1-1 Armrest Control Console 2.1-2, 5... - Page 4 CONTENTS Cont..Section 4 Spraying Components Spray Tank Sight Gauge Rotary Taps Suction Filter Chemical Induction Hopper Spray Pump Spray Line Strainer Prime & Purge System Nozzle Bodies Spray Lines Clean Water Tank Main On / Off Valve Gullwing Spray Booms Gullwing Spray Booms 36M &...
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Page 5: Safety
SECTION 1 SAFETY... -
Page 6: General Safety
GENERAL SAFETY This machine must only be used for the purpose for which it was intended i.e. crop spraying. It is against the law for anybody to operate a machine that they do not understand. Please read this handbook carefully before attempting to operate the sprayer. In order to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act, the sprayer must be thoroughly washed and decontaminated before any person may be permitted to carry out repairs or adjustments. - Page 7 Finally, it would be prudent to check for fatigue marking in highly stressed areas and associated components, on a regular basis. Should any item give cause for concern then contact SAM Ltd immediately. SAFETY FIRST All agricultural equipment can be hazardous. When a SAM sprayer is correctly operated and properly maintained, it is a safe machine to work with, but when it is carelessly operated or poorly maintained it can become a danger to you (the operator) and others.
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Page 8: Safety Check List - General Safety
Read the safety instructions before operating the machine. If you do not understand anything, ask your employer or SAM Ltd to explain it. Keep this handbook clean and in good condition. Do not operate the machine without a handbook in the cab, or if there is anything you do not understand. - Page 9 With cab door closed and at working speeds, the sound pressure level measured at the driver's ear is around 72 dB (A). ! WARNING Repairs Do not try to do repairs or any other type of maintenance work you do not understand. Contact SAM Ltd or get the work done by a specialist engineer. ! WARNING Communications Bad communications can cause accidents.
- Page 10 Non-approved modifications can cause injury and damage. Parts of the machine are made from cast iron; welds on cast iron can weaken the structure and break. Do not weld cast iron. On no account weld or drill the chassis structure. Contact SAM Ltd before modifying the machine. ! WARNING Metal Splinters You can be injured by flying metal splinters when driving metal pins in or out.
- Page 11 ! WARNING Fluoroelastomeric Materials Certain seals and gaskets (e.g. crankshaft oil seal) on SAM machines contain fluoroelastomeric materials such as Viton, Fluorel and Technoflon. Fluoroelastomeric materials subject to high temperatures can produce highly corrosive hydrofluoric acid. THIS ACID CAN SEVERELY BURN.
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Page 12: Safety Check List - Safety Decals
SAFETY CHECK LIST - SAFETY DECALS ! WARNING Decals on the machine warn you of particular hazards. Each decal is attached close to a part of the machine where there is a possible hazard. Read and make sure you understand the safety message before you work with or on that part of the machine. -
Page 13: Do's & Don't's
7. Do check for correct Boom height, especially in crops of varying heights. 8. Do study this manual carefully - preventative maintenance is cheaper than compulsory maintenance. 9. Do contact SAM Ltd if there is any query on the control or operation of the machine. -
Page 15: Machine Controls
SECTION 2 MACHINE CONTROLS 2.1 4000, 4000E, 5500 & 6000 MACHINES 2.2 3000, 3000E & 3500 MACHINE... -
Page 16: Steering Column
STEERING COLUMN Side Lights Hazard & Low Beams Warning Ignition Key Direction Indicator Windscreen Wiper High Beams & Horn Right Indicator Engine Pre-Heat Upper Column Adjustment (raises the Steering Ignition Wheel & tilts the Upper Section) High Beams Left Indicator Lower Column Adjustment (tilts the Lower Section) -
Page 17: Armrest Control Console
If greater braking is required, than the joystick provides, then the Brake Pedal can be depressed (if fitted). This will provide braking torque on the front wheels (Horizon 4000) or all four wheels (Horizon 5500) as well as the hydrostatic braking. After using the foot brake, the Joystick must be returned to the corresponding braked speed before the machine will accelerate. - Page 18 Engine RPM is decreased. The rotary wheel will remain in the position it was left in, except in the case of the Horizon 5500. In this case the rotary wheel will return to the central position because it operates in a momentary fashion. When...
- Page 19 ARMREST CONTROL CONSOLE Cont..2.1-4...
- Page 20 The vehicle has a permanent four-wheel drive system but this is only relevant when all wheels can provide tractive effort. Cruise Control - Activates Cruise Control, only available on the Horizon 5500 Sprayers. Set / Decrease - will SET the speed at which the Sprayer is travelling as the cruise speed. Once set the speed can be increased or decreased by momentary operation of Reset / - or Set / + buttons (approx 0.5km/h each...
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Page 21: Floor
4WS Engaged Permanently - While Field Mode is selected, 4 Wheel Steering is engaged permanently (without the need to press the Foot Switch). FLOOR 4WS Foot Auto Steer Switch Foot Switch Brake Pedal Travel Pedal Main Spray (Horizon 5500 option) ON/OFF Foot Switch (option) 2.1-6... -
Page 22: Overhead
OVERHEAD The Overhead Instrument Panel is the location for the Wing Mirror Adjustment Control, Overhead Control Panel, Blue Tooth Radio / CD Player, Climate Control System Panel, Cabin Air Quality Indicator & Electronic Dash Display. Electronic Dash Climate Cabin Wing Mirror Blue Tooth Overhead Display... -
Page 23: Overhead Control Panel
OVERHEAD CONTROL PANEL Rear Cab Working Front Cab Lights Working (Can be left on after Lights switching Ignition off and (Can be left on after will automatically switch off switching Ignition off and after 5mins or if Battery Warning will automatically switch off voltage drops below Beacons after 5mins or if Battery... -
Page 24: Overhead Electronic Dash Display
Poclain Error (Horizon 4000 & 5500). again. Refer to Deutz Manual. Transmission System: DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) must be replaced - Anti Slip Active (Horizon 5500 & 4000 fitted with Please contact SAM. Smart Drive). DPF Temperature Warning / DPF is regenerating. - Page 25 OVERHEAD ELECTRONIC DASH DISPLAY The warning screen below will be displayed if ‘Low Engine Oil Pressure’ ‘High Engine Coolant Temperature’ or ‘High Engine Boost Temperature’ errors occur. If this screen is displayed, STOP the engine IMMEDIATELY! Do not attempt to use the sprayer until the cause has been found and rectified otherwise serious engine damage may result.
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Page 26: Wheel Steer (4Ws)
4 WHEEL STEER (4WS) The 4WS system is for part-time operation only and is used to produce tight turns with the least crop damage, when required. The system may be selected at any time (while Field Mode is selected) by depressing the Foot Switch and holding it depressed. - Page 27 Section 2-2 MACHINE CONTROLS 3000, 3000E & 3500 - Cabin The Horizon 3000, 3000E & 3500 Cabin is different to the remainder of the other Horizon machines. This Section is only to identify any differences in Cabin layout - The main components are identified above and then explained in further details on the subsequent pages.
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Page 28: Steering Column
Steering Column The pictures above show the layout of the dash and steering column controls as presented to the driver of the Horizon 3000, 3000E & 3500 machine. The steering column is adjustable for both rake and reach. The fuses attached to the steering column are described in Section 6.2 of this manual. -
Page 29: Armrest Control Console
MACHINE CONTROLS 3000, 3000E & 3500 Armrest Control console Transmission Switch Selector. The four driving modes are: 1. Road - maximum speed but with reduced motor torque. 2. Maximum Tractive effort - all wheel motors with full power capability - generally only Suitable on flat land. - Page 30 (back frame) spray line. Seven section spray lines are a standard build on SAM machines although four, five and six sections can be accommodated. The centre joystick button is the master ON/OFF control. When the machine is being calibrated in the yard, this control must be ‘on’...
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Page 31: Overhead
The above picture shows the two overhead control panels, the radio and climate control panels are exactly the same as other Horizon machines. The left panel identifies the four switches which operate the front/rear cab working lights, the warning beacons and the boom working lights. -
Page 32: Mechanical Components
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Page 33: Power Unit
POWER UNIT All SAM Sprayers are powered by Deutz water-cooled industrial diesel engines. These engines meet all current E.U. Emission Standards. Power ratings are matched to the gross weight of each machine plus any extra demand required (e.g. air stream fan). -
Page 34: Auxiliary Spray Pack Hydraulics
Rear end hydraulics on SAM Horizon sprayers are of the 'Load Sensing' type. This advanced system uses a large variable output swash plate pump to produce only the oil that is required for any function. It does not produce any surplus oil and as such produces very little heat. -
Page 35: Transmission - Hydrostatic Wheel Motor
A change of colour identifies a fault - contact SAM. SUSPENSION A self-levelling suspension system is fitted to the SAM 'Horizon' Sprayers. Normal suspension is provided by hydraulic rams and gas accumulators fitted at each corner of the machine. The accumulator pre-charge has been set at the factory and needs no further adjustments. -
Page 36: Tyres - General
TYRES - FLOATATION The range of floatation wheels available for SAM sprayers is vast. SAM would not advocate using pressures in any floatation wheel below 1 Bar (15 psi). The ultra low pressures of bygone years have proved to be of no particular advantage to the soil or the crops. -
Page 37: Tyres - Customer / Operator
TYRES - CUSTOMER / OPERATOR Wheels and Tyre Information With your sprayer are a number of options, which are designed to optimize your sprayers' performance, dependant on your land, terrain, crop and weather conditions. Using the Sprayer - General Operation Initial consultation in operations, usage and requirements to decide on you optimised wheel options is important in getting the maximum out of the vehicle, - with a sprayer, there are three main permutations of tyre/wheel equipment. -
Page 38: Tyres - Operating Information
Normal drive radial tyres have a maximum capacity rated at 1.6bar and 40kph. Narrow tyres have a maximum capacity rated at 2.4, 3.2 or 3.6bar and 40kph Latest technology - Flexible sidewall tyres, consult data sheets, SAM or your tyre specialist TYRES - OPERATING INFORMATION... -
Page 39: Tyres - Maintenance & Care
TYRES - OPERATING INFORMATION Tightening of Wheels The nuts should be tightened in a star order and should be tightened to the specified torque. After driving about 100M and before placing them under load, re-tighten nuts to specified torque. Check wheels and nuts after operating sprayer for 3 hours and again after 10 hours. Check wheels and nuts frequently and keep them tight. -
Page 40: Tyres - Load Index Table
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Page 41: Dual Wheels
DUAL WHEELS Dual wheels are a poor alternative to flotation wheels. They are less flexible than the single wheel option and transmit very high shock loads into associated components. SAM would suggest a 30% reduction in speed be implemented. TRACK ADJUSTMENT All standard sprayers have the same track capability via adjustable axles 1830mm (72”) –... -
Page 42: Hydraulic Adjust Axles
HYDRAULIC ADJUST AXLES The engine must be stopped, the parking brake applied and the front wheels chocked. Lift one end of the machine until the tyres are clear of the ground. Loosen the two clamps at either end of the axle beam. -
Page 43: Hydraulic Oil Reservoir
All filters must be changed after the first 10 hours and, thereafter, every 250 hours or when the clogging indicator shows a blockage, whichever comes first. SAM LTD ONLY RECOMMENDS THE USE OF SAM SUCTION AND RETURN FILTERS. When changing oil filters, always change the O Ring with the correct one supplied. -
Page 44: Compressed Air System
Air is fed throughout the machine via a filter/lubricator assembly located at the right hand end of the cat walk. With lubricator Without lubricator SAM Ltd recommends the use of 'Tellus 37' lubricant in the Due to a recent product development, the system now lubricator bowl. -
Page 46: Spraying Components
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Page 47: Spray Tank
SPRAY TANK The heavy-duty baffled fibreglass tank has a nominal capacity of between 4000 litres (880 gallons) and 5500 litres (1210 gallons) depending on specification and is suitable for all agrochemicals. The charging hole in the top of the tank holds a large capacity filter basket. The tank lid is fitted with a breather but if filling is being carried out with a high capacity pump, it is advisable to remove this lid to prevent excessive pressure build up in the tank. -
Page 48: Chemical Induction Hopper
CHEMICAL INDUCTION HOPPER This hopper is normally stowed at the rear of the machine alongside the spray pump and is of the Venturi type. The booms should be lifted to enable the hopper to swing out and down to the working position. -
Page 49: Prime & Purge System
SPRAY LINES A single stainless steel ¾” Sprayline is a standard fit to all Horizon models. Each complete boom is normally fitted with seven Sprayline sections all controllable from the cab and each section is fitted with a ‘Duo-React’... -
Page 50: Gullwing Spray Booms
GULLWING SPRAY BOOMS The SAM Gullwing folding boom of up to 36 metres in width is based on the well-proven space frame construction. The folding mechanism is in-cab controlled with two Finger Tip switches (booms up to 24m) or three Finger Tip switches for booms larger than 24m After lifting the boom clear of its rest, both main sections may be opened to 12m. -
Page 51: Gullwing Spray Booms 36M & 40M Supplement
GULLWING SPRAY BOOMS - 36M & 40M Supplement A 36 metre Gullwing Spray Boom is capable of spraying at 24 metres and 12 metres. Never fold a boom over 24m without the boom first being locked! Prior to any folding operation it would be advisable to momentarily select the opposite folding direction in order to release the load from the boom locks. -
Page 52: Automatic Spray Control
AUTOMATIC SPRAY CONTROL All SAM machines are fitted with an Auto Spray Control System. Several different types of systems are used depending on the application and customer choice. A full set of operating instructions for the system fitted are provided. -
Page 53: Spraying
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Page 54: Filling The Spray Tank
FILLING THE SPRAY TANK WITHOUT SELF FILL ATTACHMENT 1. Fill the tank with a minimum of 100 litres (20 gallons) of clean water through the charging hole filter basket. 2. Ensure the rotary 'Suction' tap is positioned to 'Spray Tank' and the rotary 'Pressure' tap should be positioned to 'Spray'. -
Page 55: Washing Out The Spray Tank
WASHING OUT THE SPRAY TANK A Tank Washing facility is installed which enables the EMPTY tank and booms to be flushed with clean water prior to leaving the field. Tank washing can be accomplished in two ways - either from the operators seat or the rear left of the sprayer. If a ‘double’... -
Page 56: Pesticide Spraying & The Environment
PESTICIDE SPRAYING & THE ENVIRONMENT Used correctly, pesticides do not pose any more of a threat than many other modern inventions. Used incorrectly or thoughtlessly then problems may occur. As commercial users of pesticides, the following points should be observed as guidelines on the safe use of pesticides. -
Page 57: Pesticide Spraying - Field Craft
PESTICIDE SPRAYING - FIELD CRAFT Before any spraying takes place, check the following: Is the pesticide the correct one for the crop? Is the dose, volume or both correct? Is the weather suitable at present and going to remain so? (You do not want half a tank of pesticide left should it rain.) Ensure the wind speed and direction will not blow any drift to other crops, waterways, private gardens or members of the public. -
Page 59: 6.1 Maintenance
SECTION 6 6.1 MAINTENANCE 6.2 Fuses for 3000, 3000E & 3500 Machine... -
Page 60: Checks / Service Intervals
CHECKS / SERVICE INTERVALS To retain SAM, Deutz and Poclain warranty all original replacement parts must be used. All Parts can be obtained from SAM, see back cover for Contact Details. 6.1-1... - Page 61 CHECKS / SERVICE INTERVALS To retain SAM, Deutz and Poclain warranty all original replacement parts must be used. All Parts can be obtained from SAM, see front for Contact details. 6.1-2...
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Page 62: Cab Clean Air Filter
CAB CLEAN AIR FILTER REPLACEMENT The Cab Clean Air Filter (Category 4 Compliant) is located above the entrance door to the Cab. It is vitally important to replace the filter every 250 Hours or when the Air Qaulity indicator (located within the roof lining) is illuminated (with doors closed), which ever comes first. -
Page 63: Settings / Specifications / Ratings
600Nm (443lbs.Ft) 5500L / 6000L MS18 - CT Brake (Boosted) & MHP20 Studs M22 x 1.5 695Nm (513lbs.Ft) Horizon 3000, 4000, 5500 & 6000 - Tyre Pressures (popular sizes / pressures) Tyre Size (metric) Tyre Size (Imperial) Pressure (Bar) Pressure (PSI) 380/85 R34 (3000/4000) 14.9 x 34... - Page 64 TRANSMISSION SYSTEM. A Universal oil is NOT ACCEPTABLE. SAM Ltd cannot emphasize enough how important it is to use the correct grade of hydraulic oil (HV46) in the machine. This machine was supplied filled with a high quality HV46 oil.
- Page 65 FUSES & RELAYS Over Head Compartment Front Rear Beacons Work Wiper Work Relay Lights Relay Lights Relay Relay Spare Mirror Spare Spare Relay Heaters Relay Relay Relay Right Hand Lower Compartment SPRAY DUAL HORN CONTROLLER VALVE RIDE RELAY TIMER RELAY VALVE RELAY RELAY...
- Page 66 FUSES & RELAYS Cont..Battery Compartment 30A FUSE - Eat System 125A FUSE - Cab Supply (Ignition) RELAY - Cab Supply (Ignition) 125A FUSE - Cab Supply (Perm) RELAY - Rear End Supply (Ignition) 125A FUSE - Rear End Supply (Ignition) Connection Terminal Box Battery Isolator 6.1-7...
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Page 67: Trouble Shooting / Fault Finding
Adjust Pressure correctly. Rear end Hydraulics will not Pressure Relief Valve open / Check Relief Valve / Load Sense System Fault - contact SAM / CANBUS Fault - function. Load Sense System fault / contact SAM / Rear power loss - check CANBUS fault / rear power loss. -
Page 68: Trouble Shooting / Fault Finding - Engine Fault Codes
SPN: 111 FMI: 1 Low Coolant Level Check / Repair Leaks & Top up to correct Level. If no Leaks found contact SAM / Deutz. SPN: 3520 FMI: 2 Add Blue Quality Low Drain Add Blue Tank & refill with |Deutz Specification Urea. -
Page 69: Spare Parts Reference - Cab, Power Unit, Hydraulic & Air
SPARE PARTS REFERENCE - CAB / POWER UNIT / HYDRAULIC / AIR Power Unit Diesel Fuel Pre-Filter 04504438 Power Unit Diesel Fuel Filter 10192 (2x Required) Power Unit Oil Filter 01183574 Hydraulic Oil Suction Filter 10200 Hydraulic Oil Return Filter 10201 Power Unit Outer Air Filter 04193517... -
Page 70: Spare Parts Reference - Spray Pack
SPARE PARTS REFERENCE - SPRAY PACK Main Filter 50 Mesh 317003030 Main Filter 32 Mesh 49A628BK Pressure Filter 50 Mesh 21A63150 Pressure Filter 80 Mesh 21A63180 Self-Fill Pipe Filter c/w Non-Return Valve 0825A369 Main Filter Assembly 317082 O-Ring Main Filter 4900A519 Pressure Filter Assembly 20NF62550... - Page 71 SPARE PARTS REFERENCE - SPRAY PACK Cont..1 & 2 10 & 11 6,7,8 & 9 2" Rotary Tap (Pressure) 1003 2" Rotary Tap (Suction) 1021 Mixing Bowl Tap VSMT200 Main ON / OFF Valve 43SAM112 Boom Section ON / OFF 43SAM34 3/4"...
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- Page 73 Specialist Suppliers of Agricultural Sprayers, Service and Parts SANDS AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY Ltd Main Road, Brunstead, Stalham, Norwich, Norfolk NR12 9ER Tel: 01692 580522 Fax: 01692 580961 Email: sales@samltd.co.uk Website: www.samltd.co.uk...
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