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Version: 2.0 - March 2020

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Page 1 WEED-IT Quadro User Manual Version: 2.0 - March 2020...
Page 2 Rometron B.V. cannot be held responsible for any damage, direct or indirect, resulting from the use or misuse of the information in this manual, or the instructions described herein. This is also true if Rometron was aware of the possibility of such a damage. Your statutory rights are not affected.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.10 Changing sensitivity 4.11 Machine on hold 5. General maintenance 5.1 Sensor maintenance 5.2 Nozzle maintenance 6. Cleaning, Storage and Transport 7. Control unit - reference 7.1 Main menu WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 3 / 82...
Page 4 12.2.1 Menu 200 Console and sensor information 12.2.2 Menu 201 Power Supply Unit (PSU) 12.2.3 Menu 203 Configuration 12.2.4 Menu 205 Sensor settings 12.2.5 Menu 206 Sensor Setup 12.2.6 Menu 214 Margin presets Index 4 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 5: About This Manual
This sign draws attention to a WARNING or a CAUTION. WARNING: Personal injury may occur if you do not follow instructions. CAUTION: Damage to equipment may occur if you do not follow instructions. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 5 / 82...
Page 6 This icon draws attention to helpful information and/or tips & tricks for correct use of the WEED-IT system. 6 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 7: About Weed-It
(to treat 36 meters or 120 ft in one operation). Figure 2-1 Schematic overview of 1 mtr (40") working width per sensor, divided in four channels of 25 cm (10") each WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 7 / 82...
Page 8: Important Safety Information
See "Control unit" on page 18 for more information on use of the Control unit. 2.2 Important safety information Please read the safety information in this section before you start using the WEED-IT. 8 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 9: General Safety Information
General safety rule Before using the WEED-IT, check the (traffic) safety of the machine and the vehicle. When in doubt, do not use the machine and consult your supplier. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 9 / 82...
Page 10 Make sure that no people are present inside the virtual circle that the vehicle needs to turn around. Never fill the tank above the specified maximum! Read and follow the safety instructions of the manual of your sprayer. 10 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 11: Safety - Electrical Installation
When in doubt, contact your supplier. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 11 / 82...
Page 12: Crop Protection Solutions
The WEED-IT system is intended to be used as an add-on to a crop spraying system. Use the WEED-IT only as described in this manual. Only use the system for spraying liquid herbicides. Only use parts that comply with manufacturer specifications. 12 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 13: Switching On/Off
So be aware that once the master switch is put on, the WEED-IT will switch on. 1. Press and hold for 1 second. You will hear a short beep and the display activates. After a couple of moments, the Start-up screen opens: WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 13 / 82...
Page 14: Forced Shutdown
, restart the machine by pressing the F1 key (Restart) within 2 seconds. 2.5 Forced shutdown In the rare event of a system failure, use the On/Off switch to force a shutdown: 14 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 15: Before Each Use
6. Make sure that the pressure drop in the feeding lines is not too high: check the actual pressure at the nozzle outlet, for example with the help of a nozzle tester. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 15 / 82...
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Page 17: Identification Of Parts
Air regulator (supplied with the system) Speed sensors (supplied with the system) Pressure sensor (supplied with the system) Flow sensor (supplied with the system). Figure 3-1 System overview WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 17 / 82...
Page 18: Control Unit
Never use galvanized fittings, as the use of herbicides will cause corrosion. Figure 3-2 Flow in a standard WEED-IT installation 3.2 Control unit Use the Control unit to control the WEED-IT system. 18 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 19: On/Off Switch
The On/Off switch is located at the top left of the Control unit. Press for 1 second to switch on the WEED-IT system Press briefly to switch off the WEED-IT system. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 19 / 82...
Page 20: Display
Refer to "Main menu options" on page 37 for information on specific main menu options. Please note that Main screen content depends on the number of installed options, current settings and on the number of connected sensors. 20 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 21 Especially useful if you want to adapt the liquid spray in case of strong winds, or in case of uneven terrain or unstable spray booms. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 21 / 82...
Page 22: Function Keys
The function of each of these keys depends on the selected menu and is identified by an icon at the bottom of the screen. For the Main screen, this is: 22 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 23: Navigation Keys
Press and hold for one second to enter the Service mode. Refer to "Main menu options" on page 37 for more information. Refer to "Service mode" on page 40 for more information. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 23 / 82...
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Page 25: Using Weed-It
Nevertheless, the sensitivity of the detectors may have to be adjusted. Several different presets are available from the Preset Menu for that purpose (see "Preset menu options " on page 39). WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 25 / 82...
Page 26: Main Menu And Service Mode
1 second to enter the Service mode. Refer to "Service mode" on page 40 for more information on available options. 4.2 Pressure check Before each use, check system pressure by briefly flushing the WEED-IT system: 26 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 27: Sensors Check
Also adjust the offset, because this changes if the sensor's position on the boom is changed. Please contact your supplier to support you with this step. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 27 / 82...
Page 28: Cleaning Nozzles
Several options are available to check job productivity apart from the information given in the Main screen. 1. Enter the Service mode. 2. Press repeatedly until menu 103 opens. Refer to "Job menu (103)" on page 44 for more information. 28 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 29: Changing The Pwm Mode
Follow the steps below if you have replaced nozzles on the WEED-IT by a new type: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Enter the Service mode. 3. Press briefly a number of times, until menu 104 opens: WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 29 / 82...
Page 30: Changing Application Rate
The cover parameter determines the amount of herbicide mix that is applied to the entire field (full coverage mode) or the rest of the field (dual function mode). 30 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 31: Changing The Margin During Spraying
4.10 Changing sensitivity The sensitivity of the sensors may have to be adjusted, depending on circumstances. Several different presets are available in the Preset-menu to define sensor sensitivity: WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 31 / 82...
Page 32: Machine On Hold
In the main screen, press the function key. Press once more to resume spraying. If you have installed an external hold switch you can use this switch as well as the function key. 32 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 33: General Maintenance
When in doubt, contact your supplier. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 33 / 82...
Page 34: Sensor Maintenance
2. Push the nozzle and nozzle seal out of the nozzle cap. Undamaged nozzle caps may be re-used. 3. Fit a new nozzle and nozzle seal into the cap. 4. Twist the cap, nozzle and seal back on clockwise. 34 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 35: Cleaning, Storage And Transport
When the machine is stored for a longer period of time, disconnect the system from the battery. The easiest way to do this is to disconnect the main power plug. Use of a master switch is recommended. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 35 / 82...
Page 36 Do not clean the system with a high pressure nozzle (control panel, power box, sensors, etc.). Regularly clean the sensor windows with a soft cloth. Note that sand will scratch the windows. 36 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 37: Control Unit - Reference
If no key is pressed for 3 seconds, the system will take you back to the Main screen. 7.1.1 Main menu options The main menu offers the options for regular use of the WEED-IT system. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 37 / 82...
Page 38 Hold: Use this key to temporarily put the machine on hold, for example when you cross a street, or when turning on the headlands. The buzzer will sound intermittently. 38 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 39: Preset Menu Options
By default, the margin presets are defined as follows: 1. 50 mm 2. 100 mm 3. 150 mm 4. 200 mm Hold: see description Main menu WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 39 / 82...
Page 40: Service Mode
The information is spread over several pages/screens. to toggle between information on the left or the right boom. The first page shows general system information: 40 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 41 Function keys change when you access the Sensor information menu! The Sensor information menu Figure 7-2 Information Left Boom, Sensor A The following information is available on each sensor: WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 41 / 82...
Page 42: Warnings Menu (101)
Because the screen is rather small, messages/warnings will be very short. If more than one message is pending, or if multiple errors occur at the same time, each message is shown for a few seconds. 42 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 43: Nozzle Cleaning Menu (102)
Press the Sequencing key to activate nozzles one by one with a long burst. Press the Melody key to activate nozzle cleaning at a variety of frequencies, simulating PWM control. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 43 / 82...
Page 44: Job Menu (103)
When viewing the current job, the screen is not refreshed to make sure that you can read the values. Press at any time to refresh the screen. 44 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 45: Pwm Mode/Nozzle Selection Menu (104)
Press the OK key to confirm the new settings and update all sensors. This may take a couple of seconds: The system automatically restarts. Spot spraying mode Press the Mode key to enable Spot spraying mode . The screen changes: WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 45 / 82...
Page 46 Press the Mode key to enter Full coverage mode. Set the Cover parameter to adjust the amount of liquid used (application rate). 46 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 47 The nozzle type is usually engraved in the top surface of the nozzle. Press the OK key to confirm the new settings and update all sensors. The system automatically restarts. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 47 / 82...
Page 48: User Settings Menu
7.3 User settings menu The User settings menu allows you to set basic configurations for your WEED-IT system. To access the User settings menu: 1. Enter Service mode. 2. Press 48 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 49: Configuration (150)
Dist. Select the unit for Fluid that you would like to use Fluid Select the unit for Pressure that you would like to use Pressure 7.3.3 Options (152) WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 49 / 82...
Page 50: Set Time/Date (153)
If the 153 screen keeps appearing after a restart, even after setting the clock correctly, the battery is definitely empty. Contact your supplier if the battery is empty. 50 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 51: Troubleshooting
1 second to enter the Service mode. 2. Repeatedly press until menu 101 opens. 3. The header indicates the number of warnings that has occurred. Each line in the display shows one message: WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 51 / 82...
Page 52: Warnings And Errors Overview
Control unit) for physical damage. Contact your supplier and report when and how the error occurred. Also make a note of the circumstances under which the error occurred. 52 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 53 Volt, while the lower limit is for example 11.50 Volt. This may be an indication that the battery is running low; recharge or replace the battery. Also check the alternator capacity. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 53 / 82...
Page 54 Check the sensors themselves for physical damage. If all of this does not solve the problem contact your supplier immediately. 54 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 55 Check the sensors themselves for physical damage. If all of this does not solve the problem contact your supplier immediately. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 55 / 82...
Page 56 The sensor with the communication issue is in this case not the one with the x, but the sensor that shows a software version 0.00 in the sensor information menu (100). 56 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 57 (100). Configure Restored to factory default Contact your supplier immediately. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 57 / 82...
Page 58 0.6 gallon/min at 3 bar pressure. If none of the above steps solve your problem, please contact your supplier. 58 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 59 If none of the above steps solve your problem, please contact your supplier. Wheel sensor One (or more) wheel sensor(s) Contact your supplier to let them broken replace the broken wheel speed sensor. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 59 / 82...
Page 60 COM error. The sensor with the communication issue can be hard to track down. Browse through the sensor screens in menu 100 and check sensor firmware version and status for any anomalies. 60 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 61 Always have at least one other person present to properly perform this check. If the LED lights do not flash, the sensor is faulty. Contact your supplier. WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 61 / 82...
Page 62 Messages Details HOLD WEED-IT is in HOLD mode Manual The nozzles are being controlled manually Flushing The nozzles are being flushed 62 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 63: Specifications
9. Specifications The WEED-IT Quadro system detects living plant material using fluorescence. The system treats 250 millimeter wide lanes. A measurement is made every millimeter in the driving direction. When chlorophyll is detected the sensor will open the corresponding magnetic valve that trails the sensor.
Page 64 (Do not use longer bolts to prevent damage to the detection sensors) Detection sensor angle Maximum 22° forward Wheel speed sensors Max. 8 mm from wheel ring holes 64 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 65: Menu Options Overview
Hold Counter Preset menu Histogram Flush Hold Preset Counter 10.1 Service mode Information (100) Back to the main Select the Left or Configure First sensor screen right boom WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 65 / 82...
Page 66 Back to the main Go to the Go to the next screen previous job PWM / Nozzle selection (105) Back to the main PWM mode Confirm setting Cover screen 66 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 67: User Settings
Units (151) Back to the main Confirm setting screen Options (152) Back to the main Confirm setting screen Set time/date (153) Back to the main Confirm setting screen WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 67 / 82...
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Page 69: Weed-It Software Information
Installation date ___________________________________ Dealer ___________________________________ Update Detection sensors Control unit Power Converter Installation date ___________________________________ Dealer ___________________________________ Update Detection sensors Control unit Power Converter Installation date ___________________________________ Dealer ___________________________________ WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 69 / 82...
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Page 71: Calibration Settings Form
12.2 Dealer menu configuration settings 12.2.1 Menu 200 Console and sensor information Menu 200 Console and sensor information Console serial _______________ Sensor serial numbers: Left boom Right boom WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 71 / 82...
Page 72: Menu 201 Power Supply Unit (Psu)
12.2.3 Menu 203 Configuration Speed Unit ____________________ Source ____________________ Pulses ____________________ Pull ____________________ Volt ____________________ Check speed sensor functioning in menu 211. Flow Enable ____________________ Pulses ____________________ Pull ____________________ 72 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 73 Pump refers to the small ARB air compressor to supply air to the Ramsey valve. This menu is only applicable when the system has a PSU with compressor switch. Enable ____________________ Off in Hold ____________________ Max on ____________________ Delay ____________________ WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 73 / 82...
Page 74: Menu 205 Sensor Settings
(make sure you press OK for 2 seconds to confirm for all sensors) Fluid ___________ (make sure you press OK for 2 seconds to confirm for all sensors) For offset per sensor, see below. 74 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 75: Menu 206 Sensor Setup
The ‘Max.’ indicates the maximum speed that is possible with the WEED-IT; it is based on the smallest distance and highest height set amongst all sensors. The speed that is shown in between the arrows is the optimum speed (programmed in menu 203). WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 75 / 82...
Page 76: Menu 214 Margin Presets
Only applicable when menu 204/5 option ‘user/wind margin’ is enabled. Preset 1 ____________________ Preset 2 ____________________ Preset 3 ____________________ Preset 4 ____________________ This WEED-IT Quadro system was configured and tested. Date confirmed ____________ 76 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 77: Index
Bold type Dual function Calibration settings Electrical installation Caution icon Safety Change Errors Application rate Errors, warnings Margin during spraying Exit key PWM mode Sensitivity Spraying mode First-time use WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 77 / 82...
Page 78 Changing Cleaning Cleaning menu (102) Job menu (103) Detection 27-28 Job productivity Flush 26, Height Maintenance Selection menu (105) Lowest battery voltage Type Nozzles Flushing Machine on Hold 78 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
Page 79 Typographical conventions Information Save Select Left boom or Right Boom Sensitivity Units (151) Change Uptime 21, Usage Sensors 26, User settings menu Sensor Using WEED-IT Channels Information menu Maintenance WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020 | 79 / 82...
Page 80 Values Warning icon Warnings Herbicides Menu Warnings (101) Warnings, errors WEED-IT definition 80 / 82 | WEED-IT Quadro | User Manual - March 2020...
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