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Hardi 3500 EXPLORER Operator's Manual

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3500 / 4000 EXPLORER
Operator's Manual
67023304 - AU - 04/04
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  • Page 1 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Operator’s Manual 67023304 - AU - 04/04 Fig 1...
  • Page 2 EXPLORER 3500 and 4000L Sprayers Illustrations, technical information and data are to the best knowledge of Hardi Spraying Equipment Pty Ltd, correct at the time of printing. Part number 67023304 Hardi Spraying Equipment Pty Ltd reserves the right to make...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Pump ................21 Filters ................5 Transmission Shaft ............21 Booms ................5 Support Leg ..............21 HARDI CYCLONE foam marker ........5 Wheel Bearings ............21 Flush tank ..............5 Service and Maintenance Schedule ......22-24 Hand wash tank ............. 5 Occasional maintenance ..........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    You must read chemical labels and follow the Thankyou for choosing HARDI and welcome to the instructions they contain prior to using them. increasing family of HARDI spraying equipment owners. Chemical labels are registered by the National Sprayer use Registration Authority.

  • Page 5: Description

    Pump Granni Pot Chemical Filler On 3500 and 4000L unit: HARDI 363 / 540 rpm dia- phragm pump producing 183 l/m at 540 rpm. Pumps are A 50 L mixing and transfer hopper, minimises lifting and...

  • Page 6: Connection

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER NOTE! The shaft must always have a minimum overlap of the length. Connection Connect the sprayer to the tractor and adjust the draw- bar tow height so that the trailer frame is level. 1/3 1/3 1/3 Use spacers to pack the hitch and thus prevent exces- Fig 6 sive vertical shock movement.

  • Page 7: Before Operating Sprayer

    / air leaks or A protective polymer such as HARDI-COAT or a thin hose obstructions. layer of penetrating, water-repellent rust prevention oil...

  • Page 8: Connecting Electric Controls

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Connecting electric controls The connectors have a bayonet fitting. To attach, locate guide groove, push and turn. Connection of display and control panels Either of the connector jacks on the control panels can Adjust angle and then tighten the holder bracket bolt. be connected first.

  • Page 9: Operating The Control Unit While Spraying

    C1-4 The problem may be due to a blown fuse. Fuse replacement: HP 3005 power box Fuse (HARDI ref. no. 268417) 3 Amp. Quick acting 3A Fuse A = Distribution Valves B = Flow Transducer C = Adjustment Screws for pressure equalisation...

  • Page 10: Operation

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER OPERATION FILL EMPTY BLACK GREEN GREEN BLUE BLACK 83324004 - EXPLORER 3500 / 4000 MANIFOLD Fig 18 BLACK - Suction: Granni Pot Fill / Granni Pot Empty GREEN - Pressure: Main Tank Agitation / (Opt) Tank Rinse GREEN - Pressure: To Distribution (Spray) / To Chem Fill BLUE -...

  • Page 11: Function Diagram

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER EXPLORER 3500 / 4000 PLUMBING DIAGRAM includes Options: Self-Cleaning Filter, Tank Rinse and Granni Pot Vacuum Chemical Transfer > > > > > > > > > > > > pressure equalisation bypass > > > >...

  • Page 12: Filling Of Water

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Operation: Filling your Sprayer Filling tanks with water WARNING! Do not overfill any tank as this will cause chemical spillage out of the tank. IMPORTANT! It is recommended to use water as clean as possible for spraying purposes. Water can be filled into the tanks in the following ways: 1 Filled through tank lids (All tanks).

  • Page 13: Filling Through Camlock / Manifold System

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Filling through Manifold Valves Operation: Adding Chemicals This system allows the operator to connect, via a 1 ” camlock (B Fig 25) a hose from, eg. a fire fighter or overhead fill tank, and fill the main tank. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT! Keep the tank lid open when filling and watch the water level.

  • Page 14: Adding Chemicals

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Hardi has supplied a safety device to prevent the drum ADDING CHEMICALS rinse nozzle from accidentally being activated.(Note! If your Granni Pot does not have this device installed, WARNING! AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS CAN please contact your Hardi dealer).

  • Page 15: Using Granni Pot And Manifold Valves (3 Methods)

    Main crop protection chemicals to the main tank of your Tank, reducing its efficacy. sprayer using these new Hardi features. 1 IMPORTANT! Turn the EC operating unit off. NOTE: It is recommended to use the first of...

  • Page 16: Vacuum Transfer Kit For Granni Pot (Opt)

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Flat Spray Suction Self Cleaning In-Line Nozzle Vacuum Transfer Kit for Granni Pot (If fitted) Nozzle Size Filter Filter Filter Filter This system is designed to transfer liquid chemicals 08-10-12-14 direct from a container (eg. Envirodrum, 25L drum, etc) 16-18 80 (50) to the calibrated Granni Pot hopper, then to the tank.

  • Page 17: Hardi Cyclone Foam Marker

    HARDI Pilot 3880 data processor / display and HP 3500 Control panel The HARDI Pilot 3880 DPE has data and power con- nection with the junction box with one coaxial cable, while the HP 3500 Control panel is used to operate the EC operating unit, and foam marker.

  • Page 18: Spray Technique

    NOTE! A calibrated sprayer is a safe sprayer. See the Inevitably a quantity of spray liquid will remain in the Hardi Spray Technique book supplied with your sprayer. system (which cannot be sprayed properly on the crop) as the pump takes in air when the tank is about to be empty.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Contact the appropriate body, e.g. able, then for safety reasons please leave the job Dept of Ag. to your HARDI dealer’s workshop. • Chemical washings can usually be sprayed out NOTE! For maintenance of the boom, please refer on a suitable area such as a crop etc that is suitable for to your boom operator’s manual, either the EAGLE...

  • Page 20: Procedures

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER 5 Inspect pressure relief valve (mounted on main tank CLEANING PROCEDURES - see Fig 41), and ensure it is thoroughly cleaned, REMEMBER! It is essential that the water in the rinsed and free of any residues. Flush Tank, which is used to clean your sprayer, Ensure that the bleed hole is clear of debris and the is clean and free of contamination.

  • Page 21: Lubrication

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Transmission shaft LUBRICATION Store lubricants in a clean dry and cool place - prefer- ably at constant temperature - to avoid contamination from dirt and condensed water. Keep oil filling jugs, hoppers and grease guns clean, and clean the lubricat- ing points thoroughly before lubricating.

  • Page 22: Service And Maintenance Schedule

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER 10 Hours / Daily Service SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 1 Suction filter (on front left side of chassis) Service and maintenance intervals for EXPLORER. To service the suction filter: 10 Hours or Daily (Whichever occurs first) 1 When Main Tank is empty, pull the steel clip (A Fig 1 Suction filter 46) out.
  • Page 23 9 Transmission shaft 16) and Filters , (Page 38-39). Check function and condition of the transmission shaft’s Further details can be obtained through your local Hardi protection guards. dealer or on the Hardi website www.hardi.com.au Replace any damaged parts immediately.

  • Page 24: Occasional Maintenance

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Occasional maintenance Maintenance and renewal intervals for the next points depend very much on conditions under which sprayer operates, and are therefore impossible to specify. 363 pump NOTE! It is recommended that if one or more diaphragms and/or valves need replacing they all should be replaced Fig 53...

  • Page 25: Ec Operating Unit Valve Cone

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER EC operating unit valve cone Transmission shaft Ball seat check / renewal, EC On / Off valve Shield renewal If the main ON / OFF valve does not seal properly The replacement of defective shields is done as follows: (indicated by dripping nozzles when main ON / OFF 1 Push down on the universal cross cover and press in valve is closed), the ball and seat should be checked.

  • Page 26: Shock Absorbers

    NOTE! Use only genuine spare parts to service the the universal cross cover lightly. transmission shaft. For any other service or repair jobs on the transmission shaft contact your HARDI dealer. Shock absorbers If the shock absorbers loose their efficiency or start leaking oil, they should be replaced.

  • Page 27: Drain Valve Seal

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Drain valve seal If the main tank drain valve leaks, the seal and seat can be changed the following way: NOTE! Do not enter the inside of the tank - the parts can be changed from underneath the tank. WARNING! Use an eye/face protection mask when dismantling the tank drain valve.

  • Page 28: Storage

    10 All electric plugs and sockets are to be stored in a dry plastic bag to protect against damp, dirt and corrosion. 11 Remove any control boxes and the HARDI Pilot 3880 from the tractor and store them inside where it is dry and clean.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Troubleshooting In cases where breakdowns have occurred, some common factors are generally found to be responsible: • Minor leaks on the suction side of the pump, which will reduce the pump capacity or stop the suction completely.

  • Page 30: Liquid System

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Problem Probable cause Control / Solution LIQUID SYSTEM Check if suction filter O-ring is sealing No spray from boom Air leak on suction line when turned on Check suction tube and fittings Check tightness of pump diaphragm and valve covers Air in system Fill suction hose with water for initial prime...

  • Page 31: Ec Operating Unit

    Check fuse holder is tight around fuse Foam marker Poor power supply Compressor will not Check battery (must be 12 V) and wiring start Use the HARDI electric distribution box Blown fuse Change external fuse Defective relay Open compressor box and check relay for corrosion...

  • Page 32: Specifications

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Dimensions Specifications Always measure actual sprayer dimensions. Width, Height and Length are dependant on the boom, tyres and drawbar fitted - they are subject to variation. 1 Nm = 0.738 lbf-ft 1 bar = 100 kPa = 14.5 psi Materials and recycling Torque settings Tank...

  • Page 33: Replacement Parts Drawings

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Pressure Side Suction Side of Pump of Pump (with 1" (with 1 1/2" Pressure Port) Suction Port) 927266 (x M 927344 (x M) 2" hose 1 1/4" 283866 283810 334446 S-93 727225 726573 S-67 241973 242092 M12x60: 145996 430312...
  • Page 34 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Pressure Side Suction Side of Pump of Pump (with 1" (with 1 1/2" Pressure Port) Suction Port) 927266 (x M 927344 (x M) 2" hose 1 1/4" 283866 283810 334446 S-93 727225 726573 S-67 241973 242092 145996 145997 430437...
  • Page 35 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Drg 3 Banjo Pump (Optional)
  • Page 36 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER 1/300: GREEN: 334552 1/150: YELLOW: 334681 STD: 740994 440677 FAST: 741293 1/300: 729998 1/150: 729997 614421 334551 BROWN 440677 729999 72137300 614421 72137400 72137100 725070 WHITE 440675 242005 167960 322136 210501 241978 728027 390727 145661 241883 240063 285126 750271...
  • Page 37 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER EC3: 728887 EC4: 728887 EC5: 728890 EC7: 728141 270561 DISTRIBUTOR EC DIVIDED (Green) EC3: 390510 EC4: 390511 from B108 EC5: 390512 28-08-03 EC7: 390513 261067 750271 283880 334667 334551 72137200 728017 *755726 284270 729894 145996 725257 *Ø21.2 x 3.0: 240951 *Ø22.1 x 1.6: 241673 440675...
  • Page 38 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Drg 6 Main Tank Fittings...
  • Page 39 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Drg 7 In-Line and Fill Filter...
  • Page 40 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER SUCTION FILTER Drg 8 Filters...
  • Page 41 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Drg 9 Hand Wash Tank...
  • Page 42 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER 726464 728578 334245 334233 334244 334243 331262 320832 334243 334564 331262 728578 reducer 322224 SC FILTER 728578 334239 334243 16090604 322224 322224 334243 334244 334244 16090504 16090704 334426 2" 72082200 334243 334446 2" 334243 322109 x 2 334647 83324004 1 1/2"...
  • Page 43 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER 61025000 440729 440681 460423 334594 BLACK 471122 334597 YELLOW 334598 BLUE 334900 334578 440685 GREEN 334576 BLUE 334588 410605 440699 471125 240936 334497 242046 242113 728579 728579 242113 242046 322320 145996 241883 741446 Viton 728578 334497 460261 241973 471125...
  • Page 44 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER 334594 BLACK 440681 334597 YELLOW 334576 GREEN 334578 334587 BLACK 440685 145997 0 bar 741447 242451 - 0 bar 15 bar 741726 242475 - 15 bar Viton 390543 322222 - 0 bar 240936 322327 - 15 bar 390543 334579 242451 - 0 bar...
  • Page 45 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER 2 x 16089404 16094704 16089304 63025004 16090804 63702404 63025104 63000404 Drg 13 3500 / 4000 Chassis...
  • Page 46 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Explorer 3500 / 4000 18-20m SPB Boom Attachment Kit 83321904 63002004 single axle only 63814804 2 x 61011904 1 x 63814904 63029404 63029304 63022904 2 x 63029504 1 x 61003404 single axle only 2 x 16038104 2 x 430934 1 x 63023404 2 x 61011904...
  • Page 47 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER A1 = A2 : P/No 63024404 B1 = B2 : P/No 63024304 A1 - (Small/medium wheels) B2 - (Large wheels) B2 - (Small/medium wheels) A1 - (Large wheels) Small / medium wheels: For each unit, mount pairs of brackets diagonally opposite as shown at A1/A2 and B1/B2.
  • Page 48 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Drg 16 Hubs and Suspension...
  • Page 49 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Drg 17 Cyclone Foam Marker...
  • Page 50 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Drg 17 Cyclone Compressor and Valve A...

  • Page 51: Notes

    3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Notes...
  • Page 52 3500 / 4000 EXPLORER Notes...

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