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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Document revision 2.1
Last revised: February 2, 2021

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  • Page 1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Document revision 2.1 Last revised: February 2, 2021...
  • Page 2 Intelligent Agricultural Solutions assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in the content contained in this guide. U.S. Patent #8,950,260, and U.S. and foreign patents pending. Recon and Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intelligent Agricultural Solutions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ECU ............................12 What is an ECU? ........................12 I have old ECUs. Do they work with the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app? ..12 I ordered the incorrect ECUs (SSID2). Can we rename them? ..........12 The ECUs will not update .....................12 Why is there a Wi-Fi symbol over an ECU in the app? ............13...
  • Page 4 Why are there no audible alarms when a blocked run is displayed? ........23 I cannot access the setup wizard ..................23 My port configuration isn’t saving ..................23 I have the Intelligent Ag app. How do I get the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app? .............................24 Sensors............................25 I have fertilizer buildup on my sensors ..................25...
  • Page 5 Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Record of Revisions Revision Revision Change Description Inserted By Number Date Initial Release 11/13/14 Improved document navigation, added topics 8/19/15 Added information about the Intelligent Ag Pro 2/21/17 app, general updates.

  • Page 6: Before You Begin

    Before you begin troubleshooting, make sure that you complete the following items. 1. Make sure that your iPad has the latest iOS software installed. 2. Make sure that you have the latest version of the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app downloaded.

  • Page 7: Access Point

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Access Point I can’t communicate with the system. 1. Verify that you are connected to the IASBlockage Wi-Fi network in the iPad’s Settings page. NOTE: If you are using two tractors in the same field with separate sets of ECUs, connect the ECUs named WB2 to the IASNetwork2 network.

  • Page 8: Can I Use The Tp-Link And The Gateway At The Same Time

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Can I use the TP-Link and the gateway at the same time? If you are also using Intelligent Ag’s Engage Zone Control, the Engage Zone Control gateway works with the WBFM. Do not use a TP-Link.

  • Page 9: My Tp Link Has No Lights On

    Gateway 260 doesn’t power down Open the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app. If it prompts you to update the gateway, perform the update. If the update is successful, your wireless network will be named IASBlockage or IASNetwork2 and the gateway will recognize the key switch (blue wire) to power off the gateway with key power.

  • Page 10: What Should The Tp-Link Leds Look Like

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide What should the TP-Link LEDs look like? The power light and the 4 signal lights should be green during normal operation. If only the power light is on the TP Link has lost its configuration. Refer to the instructions in WBFM Access Point Configuration Service Bulletin to configure your TP Link: www.intelligentag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/600870-000028-WBFM-Access-Point-...

  • Page 11: What Should The Gateway Led Look Like

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide What should the Gateway LED look like? Flashing Green means it is performing the safe shutdown sequence. 600820-000012, rev 2.1 Page 11 of 31...

  • Page 12: Ecu

    I have old ECUs. Do they work with the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app? All 24 port ECUs work with the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app. When you’re connected to the IASBlockage network and you open the app, the ECUs that are connected to the network will automatically update to the latest version of the ECU software.

  • Page 13: Why Is There A Wi-Fi Symbol Over An Ecu In The App

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Why is there a Wi-Fi symbol over an ECU in the app? You have lost connection to that ECU. 1. Close and re-open the app. 2. Check for possible Wi-Fi interference.

  • Page 14: The Ecu Will Not Fit On The Tower

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide The ECU will not fit on the tower Refer to the instructions below for your drill manufacturer. Pillar: These drills have a sub frame that is sits under the main frame of the drill. The manifolds are mounted low, preventing the standard vertical mounting on the riser.

  • Page 15: I Cannot See All Of My Ecus When Running The Setup Wizard

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide I cannot see all of my ECUs when running the setup wizard. 1. Verify that you are connected to the IASBlockage Wi-Fi network in the iPad’s Settings page. NOTE: If you are using two tractors in the same field with separate sets of ECUs, connect the ECUs named WB2 to the IASNetwork2 network.

  • Page 16: The Ecus Are Not Connecting

    My ECUs are not updating correctly. 3. Restart the app. a. Double-click the iPad’s Home button. b. Swipe right until you have located the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app. c. Swipe up on the app’s preview to close it.

  • Page 17: There Is Power At The 4 Pin Plug Going Into The Ecu, But The Ecu Will Not Turn On

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide o Solid red LED 1. Disconnect and reconnect the ECU harness from the intermediary harness. Make sure that the connection is secure and that there is no dirt impeding it. 2. Plug the ECU into a different harness. It may be an issue with the Wi-Fi module.

  • Page 18: My Ecu Intermittently Disconnects

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide My ECU intermittently disconnects 1. Close the app by double-tapping the home button and swiping the app towards the top of the screen. Reopen the app. 2. Are there any wireless cameras or router boosters within a 1 mile radius? If these devices are present, disconnect power to the devices or move equipment out of range.

  • Page 19: Recon Wireless Blockage And Flow Monitor App

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor Why am I experiencing section variance? Manifold flow variances of up to 10% are common. On large implements, outer manifolds may consistently vary by more than 10%.

  • Page 20: Why Can't I See Mass Flow Or Individual Flow Levels

    1. Refer to the steps in Before you Begin on page 6. 2. Restart the app. a. Double-click the Home button. b. Swipe left or right until you have located the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app. c. Swipe up on the app’s preview to close it.

  • Page 21: Why Are My Towers "Ghosting" In The App

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Why are my towers “ghosting” in the app? 1. Make sure that you are using the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app, not the old Intelligent Ag app. 2. Make sure that you have the most recent version of the app.

  • Page 22: How Do I Set Up A Triple Shoot Configuration On A Seedmaster

    1. Download updates in the App Store. a. Connect the iPad to an internet-enabled network. b. Open the App Store and search for Recon Blockage Monitor. If there is an update available, tap Update. c. Keep the iPad connected to the internet until the app is downloaded.

  • Page 23: Why Are There No Audible Alarms When A Blocked Run Is Displayed

    Lift and lower the implement and verify that the work switch indicator in the app changes. Restart the app. a. Double-click the Home button. b. Swipe right until you have located the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app. c. Swipe up on the app’s preview to close it.

  • Page 24: I Have The Intelligent Ag App. How Do I Get The Recon Wireless Blockage And Flow Monitor App

    Tap the App Store icon from the iPad’s home screen. c. Type Recon Blockage Monitor in the search field and tap Search. d. Tap Get next to the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor app when it appears in your search results and install the app.

  • Page 25: Sensors

    How do I mount my 1” and 1.25” streamline sensors? Refer to the section called Installing Streamline 1-inch and 1.25-inch flow sensors in the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Installation Manual.

  • Page 26: Why Are My Sensors Wearing Out

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Why are my sensors wearing out? It is normal for sensors to start to wear out after 5-7 years in regular conditions. Can I shorten or lengthen the auditory tubes? No, all of the auditory tubes need to be the same length so that the same amount of sound is coming from each sensor.

  • Page 27: My Hoses Are Loose In The Sensor. Do I Need Adapters

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide My hoses are loose in the sensor. Do I need adapters? Yes, refer to the list of part numbers below for your sensor type. Call your IAS dealer to order adapters.

  • Page 28: Harness

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Harness How do I use the three way splitter? Match the harness color to the splitter color. The grey harness connector should plug into the grey connector of the splitter and the black harness connector should plug into the black end of the splitter.

  • Page 29: Work Switch

    4 of the ECU that you have programmed as the work switch ECU in the settings of the Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow app. This setting can be inverted so that you have full control over how you choose to mount the work switch.

  • Page 30: Why Isn't My Work Switch Functioning

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Why isn’t my work switch functioning? 1. Refer to the steps in Installing the Work Switch in the WBFM Installation Manual. 2. If the work switch indicator is showing that it’s disengaged while the implement is in the ground and engaged while it is out of the ground, verify that your work switch configuration is correct.

  • Page 31: Appendix A: System Configuration Table

    Recon Wireless Blockage and Flow Monitor (WBFM) Troubleshooting Guide Appendix A: System Configuration Table Use the following table to record notes about your system configuration. To view your current configuration in the app, tap Settings > Blockage > Edit ECUs Configuration, and then tap a Primary or Section.

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