Harvest Tec 644, 645, 650 & 651 Operation Table of Contents PAGE Introduction Model Reference Chart Operation of Applicator 5-13 Operation Turn iPad On/Off Downloading Hay App iPad Integration Control Module iPad Integration Control Light Signals Bluetooth Receiver Lights Shutting Down the Hay App Device Selection Manual &...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Harvest Tec Model Hay Preservative Applicator. This 662 applicator system has been designed to operate through an Apple iPad (not included) using the Hay App. As well as plug directly into most tractors that have an ISOBUS Monitor. The Applicator System offers these advantages by operating though an Apple iPad: 1.
4. Select an available network when detected by the iPad, shown in area above that currently says ‘Other.’ 5. Select App Store icon (below) and open. *You will need a Wi-Fi connection available to view App Store. **The Harvest Tec system WILL NOT appear under the Bluetooth tab in the Setting App.
iPad Integration Control Module To operate the applicator, plug the iPad cord into the communication port indicated by: iPad Integration Control Light Signals Green Slow Blink – Power supplied to the applicator system and the unit is going through its startup process. This will take approximately 25-35 seconds. Green Double Blink –...
Shutting Down the Hay App To shut down the Hay App double click the home button (Figure A). This will show the open apps that are running on your iPad (Figure B). *Note: By pressing the home button one time to return to the home screen, the Hay App does not shut down. The system will however, stop applying preservative after 10 seconds.
Operating the Harvest Tec iPad App When ready to operate your applicator system, open the Hay App on the iPad by selecting the Hay App icon. Device Selection The app will open to the Device Menu screen as shown below.
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Operating the Harvest Tec iPad App (continued) Demo Mode Selecting the 300 Demo or 600 Demo button (below) will allow you to view the different screens of the applicator without requiring connection to an applicator system. *This function is intended to be used as a visual aid, no values will be displayed.
Operating the Harvest Tec iPad App (continued) Tab Descriptions Automatic Mode: This mode allows you to use all of the applicator features such as adjusting preservative application on the go and counting total pounds of product used. Manual Mode: Allows operator to manually turn pumps on and off. This mode also has moisture content displayed.
-Pump is OFF -Pump is ON Operation Note: Pressing the Home Button on the iPad WILL NOT stop application of the Harvest Tec System (see below): Select to stop application *To close app see the Shutting Down Hay App Section...
Setup Mode Turn on Stroke Counter by selecting X, Scroll up or down to correct min/max Adjust min/max by selecting grey areas Indicates Stroke Counter is ON Select X to turn on options shown Indicates Crop Eyes are ON Only used if equipped with GPS Select grey area to change Select appropriate GPS unit Adjust alarm setting by selecting...
Job Records Type desired Field Name, select Create *When RFV Equipped, Average RFV, Ave TDN/CA90% info will be added For Bale details select Bale Button Use arrows to change jobs shown...
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Job Records (continued) Select Download when wanting to Use arrows to change jobs shown. Pressing the Select or Select All tab to download job records to USB Stick choose which job to download or delete. Indicates selected jobs The Export allows you to send an When the Export page is opened the When all bales have been retrived, email a file with selected job records...
First Time and Annual Startup Instructions THE UNIT MUST BE CHECKED OUT BEFORE FIELD OPERATION! Check and Prime the Pumps 1. Put 10 gal (5L) of water in tank and turn main ball valve on. 2. Inspect for any leaks or drips at this time. If any are found tighten or replace area or fitting. 3.
Remember level 1 must be lower than level 2 and level 2 must be lower than level 3. Press Done, when value has been selected. Harvest Tec products recommend set points of 16, 22, and 26 % MC levels. These are preset from the factory. Press Back to return.
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Baling Rate Settings After pushing the SETUP MODE key in the Main Menu screen, the screen on the left will appear: 1. On the setup mode screen press the BALING RATE key. 2. Press the grey number value to the right of AVG Bale Weight (Lbs). 3.
Operation Instructions Automatic mode will automatically apply product based on hay moisture content sensed by the moisture sensors and the operator’s presets. See SETTING UP SYSTEM FOR INITIAL USE to change any of these settings. Manual mode will apply preservative to the hay at a fixed rate regardless of the moisture. Automatic Mode After pushing the AUTOMATIC MODE key in the Main Menu screen, the following screen will appear: iPad...
Manual Mode After pushing the MANUAL MODE key in the Main Menu screen, the following screen will appear: iPad 1. To pause the unit during operation select the Pause key. 2. Push the OVERRIDE key to turn on all three pumps at the same time for full output of the system. Use this mode when going through a short area of wet crop.
Job Records After pushing the JOB RECORDS key in the Main Menu screen, the following screen will appear: 1. The job number will be displayed at the top center. The current job being viewed will always read "Job #: 0". Product used and average moisture content will be reset when the NEW JOB key is pressed. The job records screen will store up to 300 jobs allowing access previous jobs by using the up and down arrows.
Download Job Records After pushing the JOB RECORDS key in the Main Menu screen, the following screen will appear: Prior to downloading job records a USB stick will need to be placed into the USB port on the applicator’s Dual Channel Processor (DCP).
Export Job Records (emailing records) 1. To export the Job Records through an email or save to the iPad select the Export button 2. The list of job records you have created, will display in the middle of the screen and the individual bale information will begin to download automatically.
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Export Job Records (saving to iPad) 1. To export the Job Records through an email or save to the iPad select the Export button 2. The list of job records you have created, will display in the middle of the screen and the individual bale information will begin to download automatically.
The power harness must be connected to the battery! The unit will draw more amps than convenience outlets can handle. Any modifications of the power harness will void systems warranty. IF MODIFICATIONS ARE REQUIRED CONTACT HARVEST TEC FIRST! b. This unit will not function on positive ground tractors.
Common Questions 1. How do I turn the system on/off? Turn the key in the tractor to the on position. If the unit is in Standby Mode, press anywhere on the screen. To turn off, press the Standby key, wait for the screen to power down and turn off the key. 2.
5. Short in wire between star 5. Replace wire. wheels and DCP. 6. Check with hand tester 6. Contact Harvest Tec if no change Moisture readings erratic. 1. Test bales with hand tester to verify that cab monitor has more variation than hand tester.
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Be sure to start a new job an verify it is saved by checking job details screen. Values in auto / manual mode are System needs to be sent to Harvest Tec The job file is corrupted on SD card obscure for repair.
Refer to your iPad owner’s manual or contact apple How do I send in my iPad for service? customer service. DO NOT SEND iPad TO HARVEST TEC. For other issues refer to your iPad Owner’s Manual or contact Apple Directly *Harvest Tec Does Not Service iPads *...
1. Clean the tip strainers and main strainer every 10 hours of operation or more frequently if required. 2. Depending on the product being used, the system may need to be flushed with water at a regular interval (consult with manufacturer of the chemical). If Harvest Tec product is being used, flushing is not necessary.
Pin Outs A. Communication and power harness Pin 1 Can 12 volt Pin 2 Battery 12 volt Pin 3 Orange Keyed power Pin 4 Not Used Pin 5 Yellow Comm channel OL Pin 6 Green Comm channel OH Pin 7 Not used Pin 8 Black...
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Pin Outs (continued) F. End of bale sensor on DCP Pin1 Brown Sensor power Pin2 Blue Sensor ground Pin3 Not used Pin4 Black Signal from sensor G. Moisture and Bale rate sensor connector on DCP Pin 1 Not used Pin 2 Not used Pin 3 Not used...
Parts Breakdown Model 644 Base Kit Ref# Description Part # Ref# Description Part # Tank 005-9203SQ Tank Saddle 001-4703X Tank lid 005-9022H Tank fitting 005-9100 Tank straps 001-4402 Pump Plate Mount 001-4647 Model 645 Base Kit 1, 2 Ref# Description...
Harvest Tec Model 650 Base Kit Ref# Description Part # Ref# Description Part # Tank 005-9203 Saddle 001-4703 Straps 001-4402 Tank Cap 002-9022C Tank Fitting 005-9100 Tank Gasket 002-9022CG DCP mount 001-4703BPM Model 651 Base Kit Ref# Description Part #...
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Model 4507B Installation Kit - Three Tie Balers Description Part # Description Part# Straight fitting 003-A1414 004-T650050-SS 003-TT14SQ 004-T110015-SS Elbow 003-SE14F 004-T11004-SS Elbow 003-EL1414F Hose 002-9016 9 ft Hose clamp 003-9003 Check valve 002-4564XB Female disconnect 004-1207H Washer 004-1207W Tip strainer 004-1203-200 Hose bracket 001-4720...
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Optional iPad Mini Mounting Kit (030-2014MK) Description Part # Suction cup mount 001-2012SCM Ram mount 001-2012H iPad Mini spring load cradle (Mini 4) 001-2012SLC 16 gauge power wire 006-4723P Female spade connector Hardware Eye loop connector Hardware iPad Mini Charger 12V 001-2012P iPad Mini 4 case 001-2012C4...
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Optional iPad Display Kit (030-4670DK) Description Part # Ref Description Part # Suction cup mount 001-2012SCM iPad Mini Charger 12V 001-2012P Ram mount 001-2012H iPad Mini 4 case 001-2012C4 iPad Mini spring load 001-2012SLC iPad Mini 4 006-4670IP cradle (Mini 4) 16 gauge power wire 006-4723P 4 amp fuse...
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Harvest Tec, Inc. within 30 days of the failure. If it is determined that a non-Harvest Tec branded hay preservative has been used inside the Harvest Tec applicator system where the failure occurred, then Harvest Tec reserves the right to deny the warranty request at their discretion.
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HARVEST TEC, INC. P.O. BOX 63 2821 HARVEY STREET HUDSON, WI 54016 PHONE: 715-386-9100 1-800-635-7468 FAX: 715-381-1792 Email: info@harvesttec.com...
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