Use this manual as your first source of information about this machine. TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER - Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your Degelman Pro-Cast requires that you and anyone else who will be operating or maintaining it, read and understand the Safety, Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting information contained within this manual.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation CAUTION that, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury if proper practices are not taken, or, serves as a reminder to follow appropriate safety practices. 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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Unauthorized modification may impair the stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or function and/or safety and could affect the unplugging. life of the equipment. 9. Review safety related items with all operators annually. • Think Safety! Work Safely! 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
Operation TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER HOOK-UP / CONNECTING TO TRACTOR The Degelman Pro-Cast is an ISOBUS compatible Connect to the tractor following the standard precision broadcast applicator with an 80 cubic implement connection procedures identified by the foot capacity and is the perfect addition for your manufacturer along with the additional connections Degelman Industries Tillage machine.
C. After operating for 8 hours: Check all the machine settings, refer to Settings 1. Repeat Step B. & Adjustment sections. Perform adjustments as 2. Go to the service schedule as outlined in the necessary. “Service & Maintenance” section. 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
Refer to the set-up manual supplied with your specific machine is powered up you will see a floppy disc Degelman Product Installation Kit or the Rate Chart instead of the object pool icon. Decal for your product. Example of Decal shown: If your monitor displays an error on first connection, it has likely "timed out"...
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If the spacer plate(s) have slipped, you may try to reposition them by hand but you may need to open the side of the housing with the same procedure as replacing the rollers in order to realign the components. Significantly slipped spacer plate alignment. 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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Refer to the set-up manual supplied with your specific for low application rates, wait 1-2 minutes. Degelman Product Installation Kit or the Rate Chart Decal for your product. Example of Decal shown: 17. Remove bag from underneath the meter and hook on to the scale to get the product weight.
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Once 10-15 2900-3200 Strawmaster Granular hydraulics are engaged and the fan is turned 15-20 3100-3400 on, it is common for it to remain rotating >20 3300-up slowly after the fan is turned off. 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
Settings Screen Press to get to Press to get to hopper settings meter settings Press to get to tractor speed or simulation settings Press to get to machine Press to get to diagnostics configurations -10- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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You will get less accurate results if the test starts with no material loaded in the rollers. 3. Start Test - Once you are satisfied with the calibration test set-up hit this button to begin the test. -11- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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To ensure accurate operation, ensure your tractor settings are correct. c. Implement option - Can only be used if an external implement mounted speed sensor is being used. As of December 23, 2020, this option has not been tested. -12- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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Use this setting to incorporate it. (This can be used on a Strawmaster in place of a workswitch.) 5. Machine Geometry - Press this to input the machine geometry. -13- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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However, they can be adjusted here on a temporary basis. 1. Associated Product - Change hopper product. 2. Fill Level Sensor - Change the settings for the tank level sensor here. -14- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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5. Calibration Factor - Input calibration factor based on experience here. I would still recommend a calibration test. But with an accurate calibration factor, one test should be enough to confirm. 6. Add New Product. 7. Delete Product. 8. Cycle Product. -15- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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1. PWM Resume - Should always be "Yes". Impacts control systems. 3. Calibration Flap - Change depending on whether or not there is a calibration door sensor. 6. Opens previous page of metering unit configuration. -16- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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1. Min. Motor Speed - Set minimum motor speed. This can be lowered or raised based on preference. 2. Max. Motor Speed - Set minimum motor speed. This can be lowered or raised based on preference. -17- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
After Storage • Inspect all components for damage or wear. • Inspect meter rollers and check preload. • Check fan operation. • Run simulation before filling tank to check correct operation. -18- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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5. Ensure hoses are properly clamped and secured in 915 (1240) 1310 (1780) position after routing is complete to provide a cleaner 1250 (1695) 1785 (2420) installation and prevent possible damage or hazards. 1600 (2175) 2290 (3110) v1.1 -19- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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2. Align, thread into place and hand tighten. 8. Inspect to ensure that O-ring is not pinched and that washer is seated fl at on the face of the port. 3. Tighten to proper torque from the table shown above. -20- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
This is as Allow Allow simple as removing the four bolts that secure it to 1-2mm for 1-2mm for compression compression the distribution head assembly, removing it and fastening the new dome in place. -21- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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Note: When storing the machine for long periods of time, plug the ends of the air lines and cover the fan intake to prevent moisture build-up. 6. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting. -22- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
The sensor connector has been pinned with the opposite polarity than required. when the calibration door is This can be rectified in the control setting rather than rewiring the sensor, contact closed. Degelman for assistance. -23- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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Ensure the speed sesnor is the correct distance from the target gear. Should be set 2mm from tip of gear teeth. Too far an it will not receive input. Too close and it may not disengage between gear teeth. -24- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
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Run fan before use to clear out lines of excess moisture. Visually verify if there are reasons to expect increased moisture conditions. Wet product. Wet product can clump in lines. Ensure your product is dry. -25- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
Hydraulic Schematic Note: Motor at rear of meter configuration shown. (For motor at front config, reverse port connection on meter motor.) (MOTOR AT FRONT CONFIG) -36- 143085 - Pro-Cast 80 (04-August-2021)
Re-torque of fastening hardware, Hydraulic fluid purities, drive train alignments, and clutch operation) 3. If parts not made or supplied by Degelman have been used in the connection with the unit, if, in the sole judgement of Degelman such use affects its performance, safety, stability or reliability.
It is the retail customer’s responsibility to deliver the product to the authorized Degelman dealer, from whom he purchased it, for service or replacement of defective parts, which are covered by warranty. Repairs to be submitted for warranty consideration must be made within forty-five days of failure.
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