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Operator's Manual 10613803 (8/04) HARDI ® reserves the right to make changes in design, material, or specifi cation without notice thereof. ® HARDI and other product names are registered trademarks ® of HARDI Inc. in the U.S. and in other countries.
EC or EVC controls (Electric Controls) and Manifold System. The Navigator 550M model is available with either the hydraulic folding Eagle™ SPB series spray boom available in 45', 50', 60' or 66' widths or a manual fold boom (MB) available in 42', 45' or 50' widths.
SHIELDS. NEVER SERVICE, CLEAN OR REPAIR A MACHINE WHILE IT IS OPERATING WARNING ALWAYS WATCH FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IT MEANS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Replace missing or damaged safety labels. Be sure that new equip- ment components include any current safety labels. Re place ment ® safety labels are available from your authorized HARDI dealer. - Learn how to operate the sprayer and how to use the controls prop- erly.
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16. Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix dam- aged parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove ex ces sive buildup of grease, oil or debris. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
& by-laws. Dispose of all unused chemicals and left over fertilizer in an approved manner 9. Keep a fi rst aid kit and fi re extinguisher available at all times when handling chemicals. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Keep a list, in the space provided below, of all the chemicals that you have in use. 1. __________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________ 4. __________________________________________________ 5. __________________________________________________ 6. __________________________________________________ 7. __________________________________________________ 8. __________________________________________________ 9. __________________________________________________ 10. __________________________________________________ ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Then reinstall and refasten all bolts. WARNING: IT IS NOT PERMITTED TO FIT DUAL WHEELS TO ANY OF THE AXLES ON THE NAVIGATOR M. SPRAYER MODELS. No longer available ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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(High Clearance). The TA (Tandem Axle) version is no longer available. The 120" axle is a fi xed length and cannot be adjusted. Ground clearance is the same as the standard axle systems. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Fit the two shaft parts at tractor and sprayer pump and measure how much it is necessary to shorten the shaft. Mark the protection guards. Fig. 5 ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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Note: Female part towards tractor. Fit the chains to prevent the protec- tion guards rotating with the shaft. 7. To ensure long life of the P.T.O. shaft, try to avoid working angles greater than 15° (Fig. 9). Fig. 9 ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Electric 12 volt outlet box #817925 if more than one power outlet is required. Fig. 10 ® 12-volt junction box for 12-volt hook-up: EC or EVC controls, HARDI HM1500/HC2500, Foam Marker, Boom Hydraulic Controls, etc. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
AND CON TAM I NATE THE WATER SUPPLY LINES. Fig. 11 4.3 Filling the Flush Tank (If fi tted) Remove the tank lid, fi ll with clean water and replace lid. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
• To Tank Rinsing noz zle Black Disc = Suction Valve • Quick Fill • From Flush Tank • From Main Tank Blue Disc = Agitation Bypass Valve • Return From Operating Unit • Pump ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Fig. 13 This valve, when fi tted, must have the handle positioned in either the "Tank" position or the "Pump" position. There is no "Off" position indicated on this valve. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
(Fig. 14) stops rotating, this will be the "minimum pressure" setting. 7. Hold pressure regulating switch (C) (Fig. 15) to (+) until desired pressure is shown on the pressure gauge (4) (Fig. 14). ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
(Fig. 16) stops rotating, this will be the "minimum pressure" setting. 7. Hold pressure regulating switch (C) (Fig. 17) to (+) until desired pressure is shown on the pressure gauge (4) (Fig. 16). ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
IMPORTANT: When the sprayer is stored, the EC or EVC control box and the multiplug must be protected against moisture and dirt. A plastic bag may be used to protect the multiplug. Store the control box in a clean dry place. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Make sure that you have adjusted the agitation properly before sprayer calibration. Turning the agitation valve (A) (Fig. 18) clockwise will reduce the agitation fl ow. Turning the valve counter clockwise will increase the agitation fl ow. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
9. When the spray liquid is well mixed, it may be sprayed on the crop. Leave the agitation valve at maximum agitation (and the so the spray liquid is continuously ag i tat ed while spraying. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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6. Turn the Agitation By-Pass Valve (optional) to "Tank" position. ® 7. Make sure the bottom valve (A) (Fig. 19) is closed on the HARDI CHEMICAL FILLER. 8. Engage the pump and set P.T.O. revolutions to 540 r.p.m. or 1000 r.p.m.
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When the spray liquid is well mixed, it may be sprayed on the crop. Leave the agitation valve at maximum agitation so the spray liquid is continuously ag i tat ed while spraying. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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7. Engage the pump and set P.T.O. revolutions to 540 r.p.m. or 1000 r.p.m. (depending on pump model). ® 8. Open the bottom valve (A) (Fig. 20) on the HARDI CHEMICAL FILLER and open the lid. 9. Engage the hopper rinsing device by opening valve (C) (Fig. 20).
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When the spray liquid is well mixed, it may be sprayed on the crop. Leave the agitation valve at maximum agitation so the spray liquid is continuously ag i tat ed while spraying. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
3. Make sure the EC or EVC operating unit main on/off switch is in the "On" position and that all individual on/off boom section switches are in the "On" position (See section 4.8 or 4.9). ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
V-shaped slot (Fig. 21). To release and close the drain valve again, pull the string downwards and the valve will close automatically (Fig. 21). Fig. 21 ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
ISO LowDrift COLOR TIPS™ 110 degree fl at fan, one piece cap and nozzle, 1553 solid stream nozzle; color coded for LD110 fl ow rate selection. In-Line Filters will normally be used. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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Blue swirls work with 1553 series Black cone nozzles. Grey, blue, or black White swirls are used to create hollow cone effect. White swirls are used to create full cone effect. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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372019 middle stream and lowest in the outer; overlapping streams. This allows for boom movements that do not influence distribution. Boom heights of 20" can be used as safely as 30". ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
• Before you calibrate, check the fl ow of each nozzle. If it puts out more than 10% of its original volume, replace it. Select your calibration method: Ounce method or Formula method. Then follow the steps described in the corresponding section(s): ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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For drop or band nozzles, catch the spray from all nozzles for the row. 4. Read the ounces in the container. That is the actual U.S. GPA applied. (ounces = GPA) ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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Collect the spray from one nozzle for one minute in a container. Adjust pressure until you collect the precise GPM called for. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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For conversion to liters per hectare, multiply U.S. GPA by 9.34 For conversion to liters per acre, multiply U.S. GPA by 3.78 Formula for tractor speed: Distance (in feet) x .682 = MPH Second ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Remember: Clean sprayers are safe sprayers. Clean sprayers are ready for action. Clean sprayers can not be damaged by pesticides and their solvents. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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Note: If the sprayer is cleaned with a high pressure cleaner we recommend lubrication of the entire machine. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
4. Now loosen axle nut until fi rst split pin hole is visible. 5. Insert cotter pin, fold and replace hub cap. Af ter 1000 hours or once a year, the axle bear ings should be repacked with new grease. Fig. 23 ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
The O-rings need to be lubricated ALL THE WAY AROUND before fi tting on to the nozzle tube. ® HARDI recommends using a vegetable based oil to prolong the life of the O-ring. Fig. 25 ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
2. The diaphragms (E) (Fig. 28) may now be changed. 3. If fl uids have reached the crankcase, re-grease the pump thoroughly. Also make sure the drain hole at the bottom of the pump is not blocked. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
3. The diaphragms (F) (Fig. 30) may now be changed. 4. If fl uids have reached the crankcase, re-grease the pump thoroughly. Also make sure the drain hole at the bottom of the pump is not blocked. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Fig. 34 leading to some inaccuracy. For precise mea sure ment rely only on weight of the liquid or precise fl owmeters when fi lling the tank. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Lu bri cate O-rings F be fore as sem bly. 6. Fit clip A again. Note: Check function of valve with clean water before fi lling chem i cals into the tank. Fig. 35 ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
CASTROL RUSTILLO or sim i lar) on all metal parts. Avoid oil on rubber parts, hoses and tires. 10. Fold the boom in transport po si tion and re lieve pres sure from all hydraulic func tions. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
7. Emp ty the tank of remaining an ti freeze. 8. Rinse the entire liquid circuit on the spray er with clean water. 9. Fill with clean water and check all functions. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Will inject all types of chemical formulations, liquid, powder or granules, into the bottom of the tank near the agitation fl ow. A cleaning ring ensures that chemical residue is removed from the fi ller tank. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Foam Marker Drop Assembly The Foam Marker helps prevent skipping or over lapping during spray ® application of spray solution, both which can be costly. HARDI Foam Marker features a trailer mounted compressor, poly tank, extruded foamer hoses and in-cab electrical controls providing right or left drop selection and the rate/quality of foam droplets.
Flush Tank (90 gal. shown) Flush system provides a means to be able to fl ush the pump, controls, boom feed lines and complete boom and nozzles with clean water from a 90 gal. tank. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
The Rinse system can be added to the fl ush system which provides a means to rinse the main tank using pressurized water to spray the inside of the tank through specially designed spinning nozzles. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
8 spray boom section control is possible. Components can be added for your individual requirements to control your operating unit, and optional equipment. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
(Units equipped with Flush & Rinse™ system only). 3. Pressure jumping A. Output from by-pass lines causing a disturbance around suction hose. B. Small tear or pin hole in suction hose. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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E. Print board at back of control corroded or damaged. 7. Less spray out of one boom A. Bad seat on spool valve for section than others. boom section control. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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C. Bad Non-Drip valve diaphragm. 12. Pressure hose blowing off. A. Restrictor cone in Chemical Filler not the correct size (Units equipped with chemical fi ller). Black - 1303, 363 pump, White - 463 pump. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
D. Water too hard (Add water softener). 5. Keeps blowing fuses. A. Short in electrical system or bad compressor. B. Weak power supply. C. Bad relay on printboard (Pre 2002). D. Tank fi lter plugged. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
Black - 1303, 363 pump, White - 463 pump. B. Restrictor cone missing. C. Restrictor cone on wrong side of the valve. D. Pump R.P.M. too slow. ® HARDI NAVIGATOR 550M, 800M, 1000M DIAPHRAGM OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
USA and 290 Sovereign Road, London, Ontario, Canada hereinafter called "HARDI ", offers the following limited ® warranty in accordance with the provisions below to each original retail purchaser of HARDI new equipment of its own manufacturer, from an authorized HARDI ®...
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(excluding wearing parts such as diaphragms, valves, etc.) to FIVE YEARS. To qualify for this extended ® warranty, the pump must be drained and fl ushed with fresh water after each day of use. Hardi 's liability is limited to replacement of defective parts, FOB our plant at no cost to the purchaser during the fi rst twelve months after date of purchase, at 20% of the then current retail price during the second year ;...