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Reel Rain
Traveler Irrigation
Series
B2000 & B3000
Beg. S/N 380000
December 2002
MAN064
©2002

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  • Page 1 Reel Rain Traveler Irrigation Series B2000 & B3000 Beg. S/N 380000 December 2002 MAN064 ©2002...
  • Page 2 Reel Rain Traveler Irrigation Series B2000 and B3000 are manufactured by Amadas Industries: You can find us on the Web at: www.amadas.com or e-mail us at: amadas@amadas.com P.O. Box 1833 P.O. Box 3687 Suffolk, VA 23439 Albany, GA 31701 (mailing)
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Table of Contents Welcome ...........iii 1. Safety .............1 Overview ..........2 Safety Symbols ........3 Safety Guidelines ........5 Decals Locations........7 2. Preparation ..........9 Dealer Preparation .......10 Unload and Assemble .....11 Install Hydraulic Hoses ....13 Track Gun Cart ........15 Hook Up the Gun Cart .....16 Attach the Gun.........19 User Preparation ........20...
  • Page 4 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 4. Operation Overview (Cont’d) Gun Carts ..........82 Komet Twin 202/Plus ...... 33 Drains..........82 Travel Lane Spacing ....... 34 Main Wheels ........83 Hose Speed ........35 Nose Wheel ........83 Turbine ........35 Gun Speed........83 Engine ........
  • Page 5: Welcome

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Welcome With origins dating back to 1963, Amadas Industries and its predecessors have a long history of providing high quality, reliable, and innovative equipment for the farming industry. Amadas equipment is currently at work throughout the United States and in Amadas many other countries.
  • Page 6 An efficient irrigation system such as the Reel Rain adds a measure of insurance to your operation. The AMADAS Reel Rain Traveler Irrigation Series offers one of the most efficient and flexible methods of irrigation. Reel Rain irrigators can handle fields of almost any...
  • Page 7 Galvanized inlet fittings Digital speed readout allows you to galvanized gun cart make the AMADAS easily and quickly determine hose Reel Rain the prime choice for slurry retrieval speed. The digital readout and agricultural applications. When...
  • Page 8 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 • Crankdown Stabilizer Legs. Stabilizer legs are easily cranked down and planted into the ground to provide support for the Reel Rain. MH50B Optional Features Both the Reel Rain B2000 and B3000 feature a variety of options: Crankdown Stabilizer Legs •...
  • Page 9 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 • Two gun choices available. You can select either the Nelson Big Gun SR200 or the Komet Twin 202/Plus for your Reel Rain. Both guns are high performance, maintenance free, and come with a variety of nozzle sizes. Nelson Gun Komet Gun 10/22/06...
  • Page 10 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Performance Data Time for One No. of Flow Rate Typical Pull, Applying Acres Komet Gun (G.P.M.) Model Hose Hose I.D. Lane Nelson Gun 1" of Water covered Twin 150 PSI Input Number Length (Inches) Spacing SR200 (hrs) 202/Plus in One...
  • Page 11: Safety

    Reel Rain B2000/B3000 Safety Safety Overview..........2 Safety Symbols........3 Safety Guidelines ........5 Decal Locations ........7 10/22/06 MAN064...
  • Page 12: Overview

    Safety Reel Rain B2000/B3000 Overview Careful Lifting Please follow safe lifting procedures when Safety is the responsibility of everyone. installing or removing any equipment. Use a Although safety features second person as a helper when indicated by incorporated into machine the weight of an item.
  • Page 13: Safety Symbols

    Reel Rain B2000/B3000 Safety Safety Symbols Danger This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The use of the word DANGER is limited to the most extreme DANGER! situations. Extreme care should be taken when you are near these areas.
  • Page 14 Safety Reel Rain B2000/B3000 Safety Alert Symbol This symbol alerts you to possible hazards. Follow the recommended precautions and safe operating procedures. If you have any questions, please contact your dealer or the manufacturer. Safety Instructions Safety features have been designed into the machine with hazardous...
  • Page 15: Safety Guidelines

    Reel Rain B2000/B3000 Safety • Safety Guidelines Do NOT stand near high pressure water lines while pressurizing the system. • Do NOT operate the machine with an inlet pressure exceeding 150 PSI. • Lower the stabilizer legs and jack prior to towing out the hose.
  • Page 16 Safety Reel Rain B2000/B3000 • Always engage the reel brake before attempting maintenance adjustments. • Do NOT change gun nozzles while there is water pressure in the system. MAN064 10/22/06...
  • Page 17: Decals Locations

    Disengage Main Drive Before Changing Belt • replacement decals, call your 8183 DANGER Do Not Clean, Lubricate, AMADAS parts representative. Adjust or Repair this machine while in operation • Replacement safety decals are available free of charge. 8193 CAUTION Pinch Point...
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  • Page 19: Preparation

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Preparation Preparation Dealer Preparation........10 Unload and Assemble ......11 Install Hydraulic Hoses......13 Track Gun Cart........15 Hook Up the Gun Cart......16 Attach the Gun ........19 User Preparation........20 Post Delivery Inspection......20 Lubrication..........21 Adjust Gun Cart Width......22 Inspection Checklist ......23 10/22/06 MAN064...
  • Page 20: Dealer Preparation

    Preparation Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Dealer Preparation • If the Reel Rain is equipped with This section provides information hydraulics, the hydraulic hoses need to preparing the Reel Rain Traveler Irrigation be attached before the Reel Rain is System for delivery to the user. delivered.
  • Page 21: Unload And Assemble

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Preparation Unload and Assemble 1. Bolt the tongue to the front of the machine and torque to 200 ft. lbs (top photo). 2. Using a tractor or forklift, pull the machine forward until the rear axle is sitting on the edge of the truck and the front axle is off of the truck.
  • Page 22 Preparation Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Unload and Assemble 11. Lower the tongue of the machine so that the wheels are carrying the load. 12. Pull the machine forward off of the trailer. 13. Allow the tongue of the machine to rise so that the machine is sitting on all four wheels.
  • Page 23: Install Hydraulic Hoses

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Preparation Install Hydraulic Hoses If the machine is equipped with a hydraulic turntable and/or legs, hook up the hydraulic hoses. The ¼ “ hoses are already connected to the tongue and need to be run back toward the hydraulic motor.
  • Page 24 Preparation Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Install Hydraulic Hoses 3. Install the shield over the hoses. 4. Locate the 3/8" hoses, which are already connected to the hydraulic motor (top photo). 5. Run the hoses through the outer holes of the two clamps located on the tongue. 6.
  • Page 25: Track Gun Cart

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Preparation Track Gun Cart 1. Roll the gun cart down a straight line on level ground, approximately 20 feet. 2. Determine if the gun cart rolls in a straight line: If yes, connect the gun cart as described in Nose wheel bolts “Hook Up the Gun Cart”...
  • Page 26: Hook Up The Gun Cart

    Preparation Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Hook Up the Gun Cart NOTE! This process requires two people. 1. Inspect the hose end and the gun cart inlet (top photo) for excessive deposits of galvanizing material on the gasket sealing surfaces or in the victaulic clamp grooves. The sealing surfaces should be flat and smooth.
  • Page 27 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Preparation Hook Up the Gun Cart 7. Apply grease to the surface of the victaulic gasket and slide it onto the coupler in the hose. 8. Raise the end of the hose and line up the hose coupler and the gun cart coupler.
  • Page 28 Preparation Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Hook up the Gun Cart 14. Raise the gun cart. Use the hand winch (top photo) on machines not equipped with the hydraulic kit. 15. Raise the stabilizer legs (middle photo). On machines equipped with the hydraulic kit, the gun cart will lift automatically when you raise the legs.
  • Page 29: Attach The Gun

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Preparation Attach the Gun 1. Inspect the gun mounting flange on the top of the gun cart (top photo); it should be Gun mounting flange smooth. If it is not, the gasket will never seal between the gun and gun mounting flange, which will result in leaks.
  • Page 30: User Preparation

    Preparation Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 User Preparation preparation should be completed when you receive your Reel Rain, refer to the previous This section provides the information you section, Dealer Preparation, if you need to need to prepare your Reel Rain Irrigation perform any additional setup.
  • Page 31: Lubrication

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Preparation Lubrication 1. Lubricate all grease fittings with a good grade of general purpose grease (see Chapter 6, Maintenance, for locations of grease fittings). 2. Grease the slider assembly on the rear of the traverse frame. This includes both the slide rails and the traverse chain boss track (top and middle photos).
  • Page 32: Adjust Gun Cart Width

    Preparation Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjust Gun Cart Width The main wheels can be adjusted to fit different width rows. To adjust the width: Bolts 1. Determine the row width and divide by two (for example: 72” row / 2 = 36”). 2.
  • Page 33: Inspection Checklist

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Preparation Inspection Checklist After performing the post-delivery inspection and lubrication described on the previous page, make sure to do all the items on the Inspection Checklist below. These items should also be performed each time you use the Reel Rain.
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  • Page 35: Transportation

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Transportation Transportation With Gun Cart ...........26 Without Gun Cart ........27 10/22/06 MAN064...
  • Page 36: With Gun Cart

    Transportation Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 With Gun Cart Remember the following when towing the Reel Rain with the gun cart: • Always remove water from machine before towing long distances. • Never tow machine at speeds in excess of 10 MPH with water or 20 MPH when Lift chain empty.
  • Page 37: Without Gun Cart

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Transportation Without Gun Cart Remember the following when towing the Reel Rain without the gun cart: Store lift chains • Always remove water from machine before towing long distances. • Never tow machine at speeds in excess of 10 MPH with water or 20 MPH when empty.
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  • Page 39 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Operation Overview Operation Overview Reel Rain Operation .........30 Performance..........30 Equipment Applications......30 Displays..........31 Flow Rate ..........31 Hose Indicator ........32 Charts and Tables........33 Nelson 200 Series Big Gun ....33 Komet Twin 202/Plus ......33 Travel Lane Spacing ......34 Hose Speed...........35 Turbine..........35 Engine..........36 Irrigation Rate........37...
  • Page 40: Operation Overview

    Reel Rain Operation Water pumped through the Reel Rain hose passes first through a turbine. The energy AMADAS Reel Rains are hard hose traveler from the water as it passes through the irrigators. They have been designed with turbine rotates the drum, which reels the the operator in mind to give you what you hose back in.
  • Page 41: Displays

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Operation Overview Displays Flow Rate There are two types of digital displays for Flow rates are determined by the water the Reel Rain: pressure at the gun and the size of the gun nozzle and/or ring. Application rates are •...
  • Page 42: Hose Indicator

    Operation Overview Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 2. Refer to the chart for your gun. Cross NOTE! If the flow rate exceeds 300 GPM, reference the PSI determined in Step 1 fluid must be added to the tires of the gun with the ring size installed on your gun.
  • Page 43: Charts And Tables

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Operation Overview Charts and Tables Nelson 200 Series Big Gun NELSON 200 SERIES BIG GUN - 27º TRAJECTORY – TAPER BORE NOZZLE Nozzle Nozzle Nozzle Nozzle Nozzle Nozzle Nozzle Nozzle Nozzle 1.05" 1.1" 1.2" 1.3" 1.4" 1.5"...
  • Page 44: Travel Lane Spacing

    Operation Overview Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Travel Lane Spacing REEL RAIN MAXIMUM TRAVEL LANE SPACING (FEET) Percent of Wetted Diameter Sprinkler Wetted Wind Over Wind up to Wind up to Diameter 10 MPH 10 MPH 5 MPH Wind Feet MAN064 10/22/06...
  • Page 45: Hose Speed

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Operation Overview Hose Speed Turbine B2000/3000 HOSE SPEED CHART REQUIRED GEAR RANGE AND PULLEY FOR A DESIRED GROUND SPEED (IN FEET PER MINUTE) GROUND LOW RANGE LOW RANGE HIGH RANGE HIGH RANGE SPEED INNER PULLEY OUTER PULLEY INNER PULLEY OUTER PULLEY 1.00...
  • Page 46: Engine

    Operation Overview Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Engine B2000/3000 HOSE SPEED CHART ENGINE DRIVE ENGINE RPM FOR A GIVEN GROUND SPEED (FEET PER MINUTE) GEAR RANGE, AND PULLEY GROUND LOW RANGE LOW RANGE HIGH RANGE HIGH RANGE SPEED INNER PULLEY OUTER PULLEY INNER PULLEY OUTER PULLEY 1.00 2175...
  • Page 47: Irrigation Rate

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Operation Overview Irrigation Rate IRRIGATION RATE Acres Irrigated per Hour Hours Travel Required Travel Lane Spacing, Ft. Speed Ft./Min. 1/4 Mile Travel 0.09 0.10 0.13 0.15 0.16 0.18 0.20 0.22 0.11 0.14 0.16 0.19 0.21 0.23 0.25 0.28 0.22...
  • Page 48: Tachometer Conversion

    Operation Overview Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Tachometer Conversion B2000/B3000 TACHOMETER CONVERSION CHART LOW RANGE HIGH RANGE HOSE LAYER 1 LAYER 2 LAYER 3 LAYER 4 HOSE LAYER 1 LAYER 2 LAYER 3 LAYER 4 SPEED (INNER) (OUTER) SPEED (INNER) (OUTER) 1.00 1.00 1.25...
  • Page 49: Machine Setup And Operation

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Machine Setup And Use Towing ............40 Tow to the Field........41 Detach Tractor........42 Machine Placement ........43 Position Machine ........43 Lower Stabilizer Legs ......44 Ready Machine ........45 Set Up Gun Cart........46 Connect Hose........47 Pull Out Hose ........47 Connect to Water Supply ......48 Make Adjustments.........49 Machine Operation........50...
  • Page 50: Towing

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Towing Review the towing checklist below. items on this list should be followed each time the irrigator is towed. Towing Checklist √ If equipped with an engine, close cut- off valve at the bottom of the gas tank and turn the fuel valve off at the engine.
  • Page 51: Tow To The Field

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Tow to the Field NOTE! Before towing the Reel Rain to the field, make sure the gun cart is attached, stabilizer legs raised, and the turntable rotated as described on the previous page. 1. Engage the drum brake (handle should be vertical, see top photo).
  • Page 52: Detach Tractor

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Tow to the Field 6. If equipped with a Honda engine, turn off the fuel valve on the carburetor and fuel cutoff valve under the gas tank. Fuel valve Fuel cutoff Detach Tractor 1. Pull out pin and lower jack drop leg 2.
  • Page 53: Machine Placement

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Machine Placement Position Machine 1. Determine the irrigation pattern and decide lane spacing machine. Remember to make necessary allowances for wind. See “Charts” section in Chapter Jack handle 4, Operation Overview. 2. Position the machine in the desired location in the field.
  • Page 54: Lower Stabilizer Legs

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Lower Stabilizer Legs NOTE! There are three versions of stabilizer legs for the Reel Rain. Your irrigator's stabilizer legs may or may not look like the one shown in the photo, but will still function the same.
  • Page 55: Ready Machine

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Ready Machine 1. Verify that machine is in neutral. 2. Disengage the brake (handle is horizontal; see bottom photo). Brake 10/22/06 MAN064...
  • Page 56: Set Up Gun Cart

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Set Up Gun Cart 1. Raise the gun cart slightly and release the safety chain holding the gun cart in place (top photo). 2. Lower the gun cart. 3. Disconnect the gun cart from the gun cart lift.
  • Page 57: Connect Hose

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Connect Hose 1. Connect the infeed hose to the machine inlet. 2. Position the opposite end as far away from the irrigator as possible. NOTE! Do not connect the infeed hose to the water source at this time. Water will drain from the machine during pullout, which will make the hose easier to pull.
  • Page 58: Connect To Water Supply

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Connect to Water Supply 1. Tighten the hose on the drum if necessary. 2. Connect the infeed hose to the water supply. NOTE! For best performance, try to minimize the kinking of the infeed hose. DANGER! Do NOT position your body over riser.
  • Page 59: Make Adjustments

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Make Adjustments Make the level wind adjustment to machine timing the first time you pull the hose out on the irrigator. See “Level Wind Timing” in Chapter Adjustments, specific information on how to adjust the level wind timing.
  • Page 60: Machine Operation

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Operation This section describes the procedures for using the gas drive and turbine drive versions of the Reel Rain. The information below, Cutoff Bar, is relevant to both types of drive. Cutoff Bar Transmission shift plunger IMPORTANT! Make certain that the cutoff...
  • Page 61: Gas Drive

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Gas Drive 1. Position the drive belt tensioner in the "Disengaged" position (top photo). Rotate counterclockwise. 2. Open the shield covering the drives. 3. Select the proper pulley for the drive belt (middle and bottom photos). Refer to “Charts”...
  • Page 62 Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Gas Drive 6. Allow the gun to irrigate the land at the lane end. This is necessary to maintain even distribution of water over the entire length of the gun cart movement. Water is usually run for at least 10-15 minutes to prevent dry spots at the end of the field.
  • Page 63 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Gas Drive Start the engine: 11. Open the gas cut off valve at the bottom of the gas tank (top photo), and turn the gas valve on the engine to "ON". If the engine is cold, it may be necessary to turn the choke lever on or partially on.
  • Page 64 Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Gas Drive 14. Choke the engine (top photo). 15. Grab the recoil starter grip and pull briskly (middle photo). Be sure to allow the recoil starter grip to return slowly. If the engine does not start, pull again. NOTE! Do NOT allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine as damage...
  • Page 65: Change Gas Drive Speed Range

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Change Gas Drive Speed Range If it is necessary to change the speed range Disengaged Engaged of the pulleys: Engaged 1. Shut off the engine. 2. Engage the brake. Drive belt 3. Shift transmission to Neutral. tensioner Brake 4.
  • Page 66: Turbine Drive

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Turbine Drive 1. Shut off the turbine by opening the butterfly valve and the gate valve completely. Latch the butterfly valve open with the latch provided. The arm should be at the 5 o’clock position (see top photo). 2.
  • Page 67 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Turbine Drive 8. Disengage the drive belt tensioner for the step cone pulley belt. 9. Select correct pulley ratio. See the Hose Speed chart in the “Charts” section of Chapter 4, Operation Overview. 10. Engage the drive belt tensioner (bottom photo).
  • Page 68 Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Turbine Drive 11. Slowly close the butterfly valve. 12. As the turbine begins to turn, shift the transmission to the desired range. NOTE! You can select any hose retrieval speed between 1 foot per minute and 6 feet per minute, depending on the options you choose.
  • Page 69: Change Turbine Drive Speed Range

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Change Turbine Drive Speed Range 1. Shut off the turbine by opening the Disengaged Engaged butterfly valve and the valve completely. Latch the butterfly valve open with the Engaged latch provided. 2. Engage the brake. Drive belt 3.
  • Page 70: Terminating The Run

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 If you choose to stop the irrigator before the Terminating the Run gun cart is all the way in, you can use the The time needed to complete a run depends PTO shaft to rewind the remaining hose. on the retrieval speed and hose length.
  • Page 71: End The Run

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup End the Run 1. Allow the gun to irrigate the land at the lane end. This is necessary to maintain even distribution of water over the entire length of the gun cart movement. Water is usually run for at least 10-15 minutes to prevent dry spots at the end of the field.
  • Page 72 Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 End the Run (Both turbine and engine) 4. Close the riser valve to shut off the water IMPORTANT! to the irrigator after the water pressure Do NOT source has been cut off. position body over riser! DANGER! Do NOT position your body over riser.
  • Page 73 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup End the Run 7. Connect the gun cart to the gun cart lift chains (top photo). 8. Raise the gun cart. A. Unclip the safety latch hook on the gun cart lift arm and lower the cable. B.
  • Page 74 Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 End the Run 11. Engage the brake on the gearbox (top photo). This will prevent the hose from backlashing during transport. NOTE! If you have mechanical or hydraulic options on your Reel Rain, refer to Chapter 6, Adjustments, for using these options to rotate the machine and raise the stabilizer legs.
  • Page 75 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup End the Run 14. Drive the tractor to the front of the irrigator and hook the Reel Rain to the tractor drawbar. 15. Raise the jack. A. Pull spring loaded locking pin (top photo). B.
  • Page 76: Rewind Hose With Pto Shaft

    Machine Setup Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Rewind Hose with PTO Shaft These instructions are necessary only if you choose not to allow the gun cart to be completely pulled in by the Reel Rain drive system. NOTE! When you wind up the hose with PTO rewind, it is desirable to have water pressure in the hose.
  • Page 77 Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Machine Setup Rewind Hose with PTO Shaft 5. Remove the PTO shaft from its storage bracket on the front of the irrigator (top photo). 6. Connect the PTO shaft to a standard tractor with 545 RPM PTO speed. CAUTION! Do NOT operate above 1/3 PTO speed.
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  • Page 79: Adjustments

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Adjustments Overview ...........70 Automatic Shutoff........70 Compensation Adjustment......71 Engine Drive..........72 Turbine Drive.........73 Digital Speed Readout ......75 Dip Switch Settings .......76 Level Wind Timing ........77 Stabilizer Legs ..........79 Hydraulic Stabilizer Legs and Turntable79 Throw Down Stabilizer Legs....80 Crank Down Stabilizer Legs ....81 Gun Carts..........82 Drains ............82...
  • Page 80: Overview

    Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Overview This chapter provides information making basic adjustments on the Reel Rain after it is put into operation. Adjustments needed to initially set up the Reel Rain are described in the Chapter 2, Preparation. Information needed to set up and run the Reel Rain is provided in Chapter 5, Setup and Operation.
  • Page 81: Compensation Adjustment

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Compensation Adjustment layers of hose on the reel and a method of The compensation system automatically automatic speed adjustment. In engine controls the retrieval speed of the hose to driven Reel Rains, a variable speed pulley within a few percentage points of the assembly automatically adjusts the speed of original set speed over the course of the...
  • Page 82: Engine Drive

    Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Engine Drive 1. Pull the hose out 20 feet. 2. Pull the cutoff bar out. 3. Open shield covering compensation assembly. This is located on the left side of the machine as you face the gun cart side of the Reel Rain. 4.
  • Page 83: Turbine

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Turbine Drive The butterfly valve serves two purposes: • The butterfly valve stops the turbine at the end of a run or at any time the operator chooses during a run. • The butterfly valve reduces the flow of water to the turbine during a run to compensate for changes in hose retrieval speed as the hose layers increase on the...
  • Page 84 Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Turbine Drive 3. Adjust the linkage so that the handle on the valve is near the 5 o’clock position when the cutoff bar is pushed in and at the 8 o’clock position (closed) when the cutoff bar is pulled out.
  • Page 85: Digital Speed Readout

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Digital Speed Readout The digital speed readout on the turbine Reel Rain uses a magnetic pickup to measure the hose speed. Over time, the magnetic pickup gap may need adjustment. To adjust the magnetic pickup gap: Measure the gap between the tooth of the sensor target and the magnetic pickup head.
  • Page 86: Dip Switch Settings

    Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Dip Switch Settings Set the dip switches as follows: *Frequency doubling disable #Decimal display MAN064 10/22/06...
  • Page 87: Level Wind Timing

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Level Wind Timing The level wind timing must be properly Gooseneck adjusted for the hose to coil back on the reel correctly. Check the timing when you use the Reel Rain for the first time and at least once every three months.
  • Page 88 Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Level Wind Timing 4. Adjust the traverse cradle as follows: a. Remove the #40 level wind drive chain that drives from the drum center to the level wind gearbox (both photos). b. Adjust the traverse cradle so that the center of the hose is ¼...
  • Page 89: Stabilizer Legs

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Stabilizer Legs Three stabilizer leg options are available with the Reel Rain. This section describes each type of leg. Hydraulic Stabilizer Legs and Turntable The hydraulic legs and turntable are Gun cart lift operated using the tractor’s hydraulics. The adjustment Crossbrace larger set of lines controls the stabilizer...
  • Page 90: Thrown Down Stabilizer Legs

    Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Throw Down Stabilizer Legs The throw down stabilizer legs are used to provide stability for the Reel Rain while it is in use. Generally, this type of leg requires no adjustments. To use the throw down stabilizer legs: 1.
  • Page 91: Crank Down Stabilizer Legs

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Crank Down Stabilizer Legs The crank down stabilizer legs are used to provide stability for the Reel Rain while it is in Pawl use. These legs are operated with a crank mechanism. To use the crank down legs: IMPORTANT! Each of the crank down legs has a pawl.
  • Page 92: Gun Carts

    Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Gun Carts Reel Rain gun carts are equipped with an adjustable nose wheel and variable width main wheels. The adjustable nose wheel allows the cart to be adjusted to roll straight so that the cart will follow behind the hose properly.
  • Page 93: Main Wheels

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Main Wheels Adjust the main wheels as follows: 1. Remove bolts and slow moving vehicle sign. 2. Pull wheel arms out or push together to desired width. 3. Reinstall bolts and slow moving vehicle sign. Bolts Nose Wheel Adjust the nose wheel as follows:...
  • Page 94: Guns

    Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Guns Either the Nelson SR Big Gun or Komet Nozzle Twin 202 is used with the Reel Rain. Both guns function similarly. Gun nozzles and/or rings can be changed to vary the volume of water discharged at any given pressure.
  • Page 95: Nozzles

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Adjustments Nozzles The photos show the same gun with two different types of nozzles. Taper Bore CAUTION! Nozzle Make sure water pressure is off of the machine before changing a nozzle. Attempting to change a nozzle while the gun is under pressure could result in serious injury.
  • Page 96: Tension Adjustments

    Adjustments Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 #80 Traverse chain for level wind Tension Adjustments following photos show tension adjustments that can be made for the Reel Rain. #40 Drive chain for level wind gearbox Tensioner Tensioner Drive chain from main gearbox to jack shaft Tensioner Transmission brake PTO Shaft...
  • Page 97: Maintenance

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Maintenance Maintenance Performing Maintenance......88 Lubrication ..........89 Lubrication Schedule......89 Chains ...........90 Gearbox..........91 Grease Fittings ........92 Inlet Spindle Bearing ......92 PTO Shaft..........92 Tires ............93 Traverse Assembly........93 Wheel Bearings/Gun Cart .....94 Wheel Bearings/Reel Rain ....94 Preventative Maintenance ......95 Level Wind Chain ........96 Traverse Chain........96 Drum Drive Chain........97 Drive Chains..........97...
  • Page 98: Performing Maintenance

    • Always engage the machine’s brake If you need to replace any machine parts, before attempting any maintenance or please contact your Amadas dealer. adjustments. • Use the stabilizer legs when performing Safety Decals any maintenance. Make sure the Reel Be sure to follow all warnings indicated by Rain is properly positioned.
  • Page 99: Lubrication

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Maintenance Lubrication Lubricate your Reel Rain according to the is described in more detail beginning on the schedule below. Each item on the schedule next page. Lubrication Schedule Location Type of Lubricant Daily Every 2 Monthly Yearly Weeks Chains (except drum)
  • Page 100: Chains

    Maintenance Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Chains Lubricate • 30 weight oil • Monthly Grease all chains with 30 weight oil monthly. IMPORTANT! Do not grease drum drive chains as chain slippage will result. Never lubricate!! MAN064 10/23/06...
  • Page 101: Gearbox

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Maintenance Gearbox Lubricate • Main drive Yearly gearbox • 90 weight oil Level Wind Gearbox 10/23/06 MAN064...
  • Page 102: Grease Fittings

    Maintenance Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Grease Fittings Lubricate • Monthly Grease fitting • Multi-purpose grease Exception: Lubricate the grease fitting on the gun cart nose wheel daily. Inlet Spindle Bearing Lubricate • Weekly • Use multi-purpose grease 1. Using a screwdriver, pry the plastic bearing from the thrust washer.
  • Page 103: Tires

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Maintenance Tires Maintain tire pressure at 90 PSI for both the B2000 and B3000. Traverse Assembly Lubricate • Every two weeks • Use multi-purpose grease 1. Lubricate the chain slider assembly on the rear of the traverse frame. 2.
  • Page 104: Wheel Bearings/Gun Cart

    Maintenance Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Wheel Bearings/Gun Cart Lubricate • Daily Grease • Wheel bearing grease fitting Pump wheel bearing grease into the gun cart wheel grease fittings before each use. Grease fitting Wheel Bearings/Reel Rain Lubricate • Yearly • Wheel bearing grease Pull wheels and repack wheel bearings.
  • Page 105: Preventative Maintenance

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Maintenance Preventative Maintenance The chart below lists general preventative maintenance that should be performed every months. Routine, general inspection and repair is necessary to increase the service life of the machine. More detailed preventative maintenance is described beginning on the next page.
  • Page 106: Level Wind Chain

    Maintenance Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Level Wind Chain Remove the excess slack in the level wind chain. Idler bolt 1. Loosen the bolt holding idler in place. 2. Push the idler toward the chain until all slack is gone. 3. Tighten the idler. Traverse Chain Adjust so that the sag of the chain at the midpoint of the machine is less than 1/2 inch.
  • Page 107: Drum Drive Chain

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Maintenance Drum Drive Chain Measure the length of each drum drive chain tension spring on both sides of the drum reel. If the length of each spring from the first coil to the last coil is not 12 inches, turn the spring 12”...
  • Page 108: Stabilizer Legs

    Maintenance Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Stabilizer Legs Regular inspection and adjustment will keep the legs in good operating condition. 1. Inspect the legs for damage or missing parts. 2. Repair or replace as required. Engine If your Reel Rain is powered by a gas engine, refer to the maintenance section of the Owner's Manual.
  • Page 109: Seals

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Maintenance Plumbing Seals Check for leakage around the side rotating seal where the inlet plumbing is connected. If water is leaking, replace the side rotating seal as follows: NOTE! The seal will leak until the system’s pressure is reached and then will drip slightly.
  • Page 110: Off-Season Storage

    Maintenance Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Off Season Storage Review the off season storage checklist below. The items on this list should be followed each time the irrigator is put away for storage. Off Season Storage Checklist √ On the turbine powered machines, open the butterfly valve, gate valve, √...
  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Maintenance Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Engine will not start. Engine is not set up properly Refer to the Engine Owner’s (out of gas, low oil, fouled Manual. spark plug, etc.) water Change the oil. Clean the crankcase.
  • Page 112 Maintenance Reel Rain Series B2000/B3000 Problem Cause Correction Hose does not rewind, or Stabilizer legs are not down Reset the stabilizer legs. rewinds improperly. and the chassis is moving. Machine and hose are at an Align the machine with the angle.

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