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INSTRUCTION MANUAL Please read carefully before using the ma- chine. Keep for future reference. This instruction manual/assembly in- struction is to be considered as part of the machine. Suppliers of new and sec- ond-hand machines are required to document in writing that the instruc- tion manual/assembly instruction was Version 2.00.00 delivered with the machine and hand-...
Note the serial number of the control unit and of the machine The QUANTRON-K2 control unit has been calibrated at the factory for the winter service spreader with which it was supplied. It cannot be connected to another winter service spreader without addi- tional new calibration.
QUANTRON-K2 control unit. A quick reference guide is included in the scope of delivery of the QUANTRON-K2 control unit. Please contact us if this is not included in the scope of delivery. Notes on the depiction of information in this manual 1.2.1...
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User notices Warning severity level The degree of danger is indicated by the signal word. The levels are classified as follows: n DANGER Type and source of danger This warning warns of a danger posing an immediate threat to the health and life of persons.
User notices 1.2.2 Instructions and procedures Steps that the operator must carry out are shown as a numbered list. 1. Instruction for action step 1 2. Instruction for action step 2 Instructions involving only one step are not numbered. The same applies for action steps that do not have a specific sequence.
Layout and function Layout of the control unit - Overview Figure 2.1: control unit QUANTRON-K2 Description Function Operating panel Consisting of membrane keys to operate the device and the display for showing the operating screens. V24 data port Serial interface (RS232) with LH 5000, designed for connecting a Y-RS232 cable for connection to a remote terminal.
The unit is operated via 17 membrane keys (13 permanently defined and 4 freely configurable membrane keys). Figure 2.2: Control panel at the front of the unit NOTICE The operating manual describes the functions of the control unit QUANTRON-K2 from software version 2.00.00. Description Function ON/OFF Switches the device on/off Display...
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Layout and function Description Function C/100% Clearing an entry in an input field. Resetting the excess quantity to 100%. Acknowledging alarm messages. Switching between three adjustment options of the spreading width limiter plates. Left Right Left + Right ...
Layout and function Display The display shows the current status information as well as the selection and input options for the control unit. The most important information on the operation of the winter service spreader is displayed in the operating screen. Description of the operating screen NOTICE The exact representation of the operating screen depends on the currently...
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Layout and function The symbols and displays in the example have the following meanings: No. Symbol/Display Meaning (in the example shown) Position of the right Current opening position of the right spreading width spreading width limiter plate, subdivided into 5 positions. limiter plate Operating mode Display of the set operating mode (MAN scale, MAN...
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Layout and function No. Symbol/Display Meaning (in the example shown) Spreading density Shows the currently set spreading density in grams per square metre (g/m Spreading material Display of the set spreading material. The display is limited to 10 characters. Position of the left Current opening position of the left spreading width spreading width limiter plate, subdivided into 5 positions.
Attachment and installation Attachment and installation Requirements for the tractor Before installing the control unit, check to make sure your tractor meets the fol- lowing requirements: A minimum voltage of 11 V is essential at all times, even if multiple loads are ...
Attachment and installation 3.2.2 7-pin plug connector The control unit receives the pulses for the current forward speed via the 7-pin plug connector 9684-1/ISO 11786). For this purpose, the 7-pin to 8-pin cable (accessory) is connected to the forward speed sensor at the plug connector. [1] PIN 1: actual forward speed (radar) [2] PIN 2: theoretical forward speed (e.
Connecting the control unit NOTICE Note machine number! The QUANTRON-K2 Control unit has been calibrated at the factory for the winter service spreader with which it was supplied. Connect the Control unit to the correct winter service spreader only. Depending on the equipment, there are different methods of attaching the Control unit to the winter service spreader.
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Attachment and installation Standard schematic connection diagram: km/h Figure 3.3: Schematic connection diagram QUANTRON-K2 (standard) [1] Serial interface RS232, 8-pin plug connector [2] 39-pin machine connector [3] Spreading width limiter actuators (EFQ-GT or EFG-GE option) [4] Half-side slide sensor [5] Metering slide actuator...
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Attachment and installation Schematic connection diagram for wheel sensor: km/h Figure 3.4: Schematic connection diagram QUANTRON-K2 (wheel sensor) [1] Serial interface RS232, 8-pin plug connector [2] Spreading width limiter actuators [3] Spreading width limiter actuators (EFQ-GT or EFG-GE option) [4] Half-side slide sensor...
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[11] 3-pin plug connector according to DIN 9680 / ISO 12369 [12] Option: Y-cable (V24 RS232 interface for storage medium) [13] Forward speed sensor [14] 7-pin plug connector according to DIN 9684 [15] Option: GPS cable and receiver [16] Option: QUANTRON-K2 power supply via ignition lock...
CAUTION Observing the metering slide position Operation of the actuator by means of the QUANTRON-K2 may damage the metering slide of the AXEO Q winter service spreader if the end stop is positioned incorrectly.
There is a danger of slip- ping and injury to persons due to ejected spreading material. Before driving to the spreading location, be sure to always switch off the electronic control unit QUANTRON-K2. Switching on the control unit Prerequisites: The control unit is connected correctly to the winter service spreader and the ...
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 Switch on: Actuate the ON/OFF switch. After a few seconds, the start-up screen of the control unit appears. Shortly after, the control unit displays the Activation menu. Press the Enter key. The Start diagnostics screen is then displayed for a few seconds.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 Navigation within the menus NOTICE Important notes regarding the display and the navigation between menus are provided in chapter 1.2.5: Menu hierarchy, keys and navigation, page Accessing the main menu Press the menu key. See 2.3: Control elements, page ...
Operation QUANTRON-K2 Trip counter This menu provides values on the spreading work carried out. Press the kg key at the control unit. The Trip counter menu appears. Figure 4.2: Trip counter menu Submenu Meaning Description Display of the daily values in spreading operation.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.3.1 Day/Season In these menus you can query various values (quantity, distance, area) of the spreading work performed in the corresponding period Day and Season. Figure 4.3: Day and Season menu Clearing the trip counter: 1. Call up the Day or Season menu.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.3.2 Showing the remaining quantity The menu indicates the possible area (ha) and distance (m) that can still be spread with the remaining quantity. Both displays are calculated based on the following values: Spreading material settings: Spreading density (g/m...
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5. Press the kg key. This returns you to the operating screen. Calling up the remaining quantity during spreading: During spreading, the remaining quantity is continuously recalculated and displayed. See chapter 5: Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit, page...
Operation QUANTRON-K2 Main menu Figure 4.5: Main menu QUANTRON-K2 The main menu offers the following sub-menus. Submenu Meaning Description Spreading material Settings for spreading material and Page 29 settings spreading operation. Machine Settings for tractor and winter service Page 42 configuration spreader.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 Spreading material settings You can adjust the settings for spreading material and spreading operation in this menu. Call up the Main menu > Spreading mat. settings menu. Figure 4.6: Spreading mat. settings menu, page 1 Figure 4.7: Spreading mat.
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 Submenu Meaning/possible values Description Spreading materi- Manually entering the name of a new al name spreading material. Characteristic Selection of one of six spreading materials curve or spreading material types for determin- ing the mass flow characteristic: Fine salt ...
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.5.1 Spreading density In the Spreading density submenu, you can enter the desired spreading density for the spreading material to be spread. 1. Call up the Spreading mat. settings > Spreading density submenu. The display shows the currently applied spreading density.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.5.2 Spreading width NOTICE The Spreading width can only have a value between 1 and 10 metres. In this menu, the working width can be set (in metres). 1. Call up the Spreading mat. settings > Spreading width menu.
NOTICE Via the Calibration menu, the flow factor can be determined and entered using the QUANTRON-K2. See chapter 4.5.5: Calibration, page 35 NOTICE The flow factor calculation depends on the operating mode used. For further in- formation on the flow factor is provided in chapter 4.6.2: AUTO / MAN mode,...
Disc speed (HydroControl option) You can enter the desired disc speed in the Disc speed submenu. NOTICE When the Dispersion AUTO function is active, the QUANTRON-K2 control unit determines the disc speed depending on the selected spreading material and working width.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.5.5 Calibration In this menu, the flow factor is determined based on a calibration test and saved in the control unit. n WARNING Risk of injury when performing the calibration Rotating machine components, the moving spreading width limiter and ejected spreading material can cause injuries.
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 NOTICE The calibration can be stopped at any time by pressing the ESC key. The me- tering slide closes and the display shows the Spreading mat. settings menu. Figure 4.8: Run calibration operating screen [1] Display of elapsed time since starting the calibration NOTICE The calibration test time is not relevant to the accuracy of the results.
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 7. Enter the collected weight. See chapter 4.11.2: Input of values using the cursor keys, page 8. Press the Enter key. The new value is saved in the control unit. The display shows the Flow factor calculation menu.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.5.6 Half-side slide If the Dispersion AUTO function is deactivated, you can manually enter the value for positioning the half-side slide in the Half-side slide submenu. Positioning occurs in increments of 0.5 but you can enter values between 0 and 9 after the comma.
The display shows the Spreading mat. settings menu. You can adjust the spreading density during spreading operation by pressing the F3 and F4 function keys in the operating screen. See also 5: Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit, page 67...
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.5.8 Spreading material list In this menu, you can create and manage your own Spreading material lists. NOTICE Selecting a spreading material list influences the spreading material settings at the control unit and at the winter service spreader. The application rate setting remains unaffected.
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 Selecting a spreading material list: 1. Call up the Spreading mat. settings > Spreading material list menu. 2. Highlight the desired spreading material list. 3. Press the Enter key. The selection window is displayed. 4. Highlight the Open element... option.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 Machine settings The tractor and machine settings can be configured in this menu. Call up the Machine settings menu. Figure 4.11: Machine settings menu Submenu Meaning Description Tractor calibration Determining or calibrating the speed Page 43 signal.
Fill only half of the machine, if possible. Calling up the speed settings: In the QUANTRON-K2 control unit, you can save up to 4 different profiles for the type and number of pulses. You can assign names to these profiles (e.g. tractor name).
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 Recalibrating the speed signal: You can either overwrite an existing profile or create a profile in an empty memory location. 1. Highlight the desired memory location in the Tractor calibration (km/h) menu using the function key below. 2. Highlight the New calibration field.
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 The number of pulses of the speed signal must still be specified below. If the exact number of pulses is known, it can be entered directly: 8. Call up the Tractor calibration (km/h) > New calibration menu entry.
[2] Forward speed adjustment for manual mode [3] Selection of automatic mode Selecting the operating mode 1. Switch on the QUANTRON-K2 control unit. 2. Call up the Machine settings > AUTO/MAN mode menu. 3. Select the desired menu item. 4. Press the Enter key.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.6.3 Special spreading (+%) You can use the Special spreading(+%) submenu to specify a percentage quantity change for standard spreading. The basis is the pre-set value of the spreading density. 100 % special spreading density corresponds to a doubling of the configured ...
Entering values into the control unit is described in chapter 4.11.2: Input of values using the cursor keys, page 3. Press the Enter key. NOTICE Spreading with the different functions of the QUANTRON-K2 control unit is de- scribed in chapter 5: Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit, page...
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.6.6 Dispersion AUTO Activating the Dispersion AUTO function allows you to automatically adjust the position of the metering slide, the position of the half-side slide and the disc speed (HydroControl option) when adjusting the working width. The half-side slide has three pre-defined positions: Position 0: The half-side slide is open ...
Operation QUANTRON-K2 Operating lights (SpreadLight) In this menu, the SpreadLight function can be activated and the spreading pattern can be monitored even in the night mode. Figure 4.17: SpreadLight menu [1] Turn off delay [2] Switch on operating lights [3] Activate automatic mode...
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 AUTO SpreadLight In the automatic mode, the operating lights are switched on as soon as the metering slide opens and the spreading process starts. 1. Call up the Main menu > SpreadLight menu. 2. Select the AUTO SpreadLight [3] menu option.
Fast emptying menu can be selected. Before storing the machine, we recommend completely opening the metering slide by fast emptying and switching off the QUANTRON-K2 control unit in this state. This prevents accumulation of humidity in the hopper.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 Documentation In the Documentation menu, you can create and manage up to 200 files. Call up the Main menu > Documentation menu. Figure 4.19: Documentation menu [1] Display of page number [2] Display of the documentation filled with values...
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.9.2 Starting recording Figure 4.20: Display of current documentation [1] Display of the page number [2] Documentation name field [3] Value fields [4] Display of the start time/date [5] Display of the stop time/date [6] Spreading material name field...
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 3. Press the F1 function key under the start icon. The recording starts. The Documentation shows the Recording symbol for the current documentation. The operating screen displays the recording icon. NOTICE If a different documentation is opened, the current recording is stopped.
2. Press the F2 function key under the stop icon. The recording is stopped. 4.9.4 Deleting documentation The QUANTRON-K2 control unit allows for deleting the recorded documentation. NOTICE Only the content of the documentation will be deleted, the documentation name will still be displayed in the name field! Deleting documentation 1.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.10 System / Test In this menu, the system and test settings for the control unit can be configured. Call up the Main menu > System / Test menu. Figure 4.22: System/Test menu Submenu Meaning Description Brightness...
4.10.1 Setting the language In the QUANTRON-K2 control unit, various languages are available. The language package for your country is preloaded at the factory. 1. Call up System / Test > Language settings menu. The first page is displayed.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.10.2 Display configuration You can individually configure the display fields in the operating screen of the control unit. If necessary, two display fields can be set to the following values: Driving speed Flow factor (FF) Time ...
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.10.3 Test/Diagnosis In the Test/Diagnosis menu, you can monitor and check the function of some sensors/actuators. NOTICE This menu is for information purposes only. The list of sensors depends on the equipment of the machine. Figure 4.25: Test/Diagnosis menu...
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 Example for test/diagnosis of slides n CAUTION Risk of injury caused by moving machine parts. Machine parts can move automatically during the tests. Ensure that nobody is present in the area of the machine before carrying out the tests.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.10.4 Data transmission Data transmission is carried out using data protocol LH5000. Figure 4.27: Data transmission menu LH5000: Serial communication e.g. spreading using application cards 4.10.5 Total data counter In this menu, all of the spreader's counter readings are displayed.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.11 Special functions 4.11.1 Text input Freely editable text can be entered in some menus. Figure 4.28: Text input menu [1] Input field [2] Character field, display of available characters (language-dependent) [3] Function keys for navigation in the input field Entering text: 1.
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Operation QUANTRON-K2 Overwriting characters: A single character can be overwritten by another character. 1. Use the F1 and F2 function keys to move the cursor to the position of the character deleted in the input field. 2. Use the arrow keys to highlight the character to be written in the character field.
Operation QUANTRON-K2 4.11.2 Input of values using the cursor keys In some menus, numerical values can be entered. Figure 4.29: Input of numerical value (example spreading density) [1] Input field Preconditions: You are already in the menu in which you can enter numerical values.
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit The QUANTRON-K2 Control unit supports you with the setting of your machine before you start your work. During spreading, the functions of the Control unit are also active in the background.
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Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Example: For example, to work above a minimum mass flow of 5 kg/min, the following values have to be set: 25 g/m x 4 m x 5 km/h = 8.33 kg/min NOTICE Contact your dealer or the manufacturer if you wish to set a minimum mass flow that is different to 5 kg/min.
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Adjusting the spreading width during spreading operation The various settings for the spreading width limiter allow spreading widths of 1 m to 10 m at a mounting height of approx. 55 cm (see operating manual for the AXEO winter spreader).
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Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Without lever (Dispersion AUTO deactivated) The actuator is connected to both sides of the spreading width limiter plates by the optionally available levers. This option enables symmetrical spreading width adjustment. Figure 5.3: Spreading width adjustment with levers...
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit 5.2.2 Winter spreader with two actuators for the spreading width limiter (Dispersion AUTO deactivated) The option with 2 installed actuators enables switching from a symmetric to an asymmetric spreading pattern while spreading. 1. Select the desired function for spreading width limitation using the L/R key.
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Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit To restore a symmetrical spreading pattern, proceed as follows. 1. Select the desired adjustment function using the L/R key. 2. Bring the left or right side to the same position using the F1 or F2 key.
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit 5.2.3 Winter service spreader with two actuators for the spreading width limiter and an actuator for the half-side slide (Dispersion AUTO deactivated) The option with 2 installed actuators for spreading width limitation and actuator for the half-side slide enables switching from a symmetric to an asymmetric spreading pattern with adjustment of the application rate while spreading.
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Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit To restore a symmetrical spreading pattern, proceed as follows. 1. Select the desired adjustment function using the L/R key. 2. Bring the left or right side to the same position using the F1 or F2 key.
When adjusting the working width [5] using the F1 and F2 [1] function keys, the QUANTRON-K2 control unit automatically adjusts the disc speed [2], the position of the metering slide [4] (depending on the forward speed) as well as the spread- ing width limiter plates [3].
When adjusting the spreading width limitation [3] using the F1 and F2 [1] function keys, the QUANTRON-K2 control unit automatically adjusts the disc speed [2], the position of the metering slide [4] (depending on the forward speed) as well as the position of the half-side slide [5].
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Spreading with AUTO km/h operating mode In AUTO km/h operating mode, the control unit automatically controls the position of the metering slide based on the speed signal. 1. Switch on the QUANTRON-K2 control unit.
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Spreading in the MAN km/h operating mode If there is no speed signal, the MAN km/h operating mode is active. 1. Switch on the QUANTRON-K2 control unit. 2. Call up the Machine settings > AUTO/MAN mode menu.
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Spreading in the MAN scale operating mode In the MAN scale operating mode, you can manually change the metering slide openings during the spreading operation. Preconditions: The metering slide is open (activation via the start/stop key).
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Spreading with the special spreading function For proportional adjustment of the quantity change, refer to chapter 4.6.3: Special spreading (+%), page 1. Navigate to the operating screen. 4.2: Navigation within the menus, page 2.
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Spreading with simulated speed NOTICE You can only activate the simulated speed when the tractor is at a standstill. Figure 5.12: Simulated speed 1. Navigate to the operating screen. 4.2: Navigation within the menus, page 23 2.
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit Spreading density adjustment You can adjust the spreading density during spreading operation by pressing the F3 and F4 function keys in the operating screen. Precondition You have set the desired step size in the Spreading mat. settings >...
Spreading operation using the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit 5.10 Disc speed adjustment (HydroControl only) NOTICE Speed adjustment is only possible with deactivated Auto spreading width! Figure 5.14: Disc speed adjustment 1. Press the L/R key until the display shows the Speed +/- function above function keys F1/F2.
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Alarm messages and possible causes Alarm messages and possible causes Various alarm messages can be displayed on the QUANTRON-K2 Control unit. Meanings of the alarm messages Message in display Meaning Possible cause Fault in dosing system. Stop! The actuator for the metering system can- not reach the set value it is to be moved to.
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Alarm messages and possible causes Message in display Meaning Possible cause Flow factor is outside limits. Reference to the value range of the Flow factor. The entered value lies outside the reference values. Transmission fault. No An error has occurred during data RS232 connection transmission to the Control unit.
Alarm messages and possible causes Clearing a fault/alarm 6.2.1 Acknowledging an alarm message Alarm messages are highlighted on the display and displayed with a warning symbol. Error at spreading width limiter Figure 6.1: Alarm message (example: spreading width limiter) Acknowledging an alarm message: 1.
Warranty claims are rendered void if RAUCH original spare parts were not used. Therefore, the directions in the operating manual must be observed. In all cases of doubt contact our sales representatives or the factory directly.
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