ARAG bravo 350 Series Installation, Use And Maintenance Manual
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- Page 1 BRAVO 350 SERIES COMPUTER MULTI-ROW SPRAYER DIRECT CONNECTION 4673514XXX 4673515XXX 4673516XXX 4673517XXX Software rel. 1.1.x INSTALLATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE...
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Page 2: Legend Of Symbols
This manual is an integral part of the equipment to which it refers and must accompany the equipment in case of sale or change of ownership. Keep it for any future reference; ARAG reserves the right to modify product specifications and instructions at any moment and without notice. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS • Legend of symbols ..............2 9.7 Rate controller..............28 • Manual foreword and use ............4 9.8 Tank ................29 • Manual use modes ..............4 9.9 Speed................30 • LIMITATIONS ................4 9.9.1 Source - Wheel sensor ............ 31 • Responsibility ................. -
Page 4: Manual Foreword And Use
• RESPONSIBILITY The installer must carry out workmanlike installations and ensure to the end user the perfect operation of the whole system both with ARAG components only and other brands' components. ARAG always recommends using its components to install control systems. -
Page 5: Package Content
(no. 2 for 5-way version ONLY) (no. 1 for 6-way version ONLY) Fixing kit ONLY for versions with hydraulic functions Sensors, control units and accessories must be ordered separately (Ref. ARAG general catalog). Fig. 1 SYSTEM RECOMMENDED COMPOSITION 12 m Fig. 2... -
Page 6: Monitor Position
WARNING! DO NOT CONNECT HYDRAULIC UNITS OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED ONES (SEE ARAG GENERAL CATALOG). ARAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT, MALFUNCTIONS AND RISKS OF ANY KIND CAUSED BY THEM WHEN THE MODULE IS CONNECTED TO NON-ORIGINAL UNITS OR UNITS NOT SUPPLIED BY ARAG. -
Page 7: Wiring Connections
• Use of unsuitable cables not provided by ARAG automatically voids the warranty. • ARAG is not liable for any damage to the equipment, persons or animals caused by failure to observe the above instructions. Use ONLY the cables and accessories indicated in the catalog, having technical features suitable for the use to be made of them. -
Page 8: Connection Of Multicore Connector
• Use ARAG valves: use of unsuitable valves not provided by ARAG automatically voids the warranty. ARAG is not liable for damage to the equipment, people, animals or property caused by failure to observe the above instructions. • All valve connectors must be provided with seals before being connected (Fig. 9). -
Page 9: Hydraulic Valve Connection
INSTALLATION Hydraulic valve connection Bravo 350 can control up to 7 hydraulic functions through double action valves. Fix the connectors to the relevant valves according to the initials indicated in your assembly general diagram (“5 System recommended composition" on page 5). •... -
Page 10: Connection Of Sensors And Available Functions
Use ARAG sensors: use of unsuitable sensors not provided by ARAG automatically voids the warranty. ARAG is not liable for damage to the equipment, persons or animals caused by failure to observe the above instructions. ARAG sensors feature the Tyco Superseal ®... -
Page 11: Setting
SETTING SETTING Tests and checks before setting Before computer setting, check: • that all components are correctly installed (control unit and sensors); • the correct connection to the power source; • the component connection (main control unit and sensors). Failure to correctly connect system components or to use specified components might damage the device or its components. Computer switching on/off •... -
Page 12: Use Of Keys For Setting
SETTING Use of keys for setting Advanced Setup > Language : ... > Use cursor to select the menu you want to Unit of measurement : Metric access: move it using the "arrow" keys until Sections configuration : ... selecting the option you are looking for (Fig. Coverage : ... - Page 13 SETTING ENABLE / DISABLE Constant Disabled (F4 to enable) Fig. 23 Some submenu items require enabling before configuration. Within the submenu, press the key when the symbol Fig. 23 is displayed. Depending on the current status (enabled/disabled), pressing the key allows switching between the two statuses. Press to confirm.
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Page 14: Advanced Setup
10000 pls/l Constant 2271 pls/gal 1 pls/gal 38000 pls/gal Pressure sensor Par. 8.5 Type ARAG 466113.200 - ARAG 466113.500 - Other... Disabled 0.1 bar 150.0 bar Maximum pressure Item active only if a sensor is selected 1 psi 2200 psi... - Page 15 ADVANCED SETUP Revolutions counter Par. 8.8 Constant Disabled 1 pls/rev 10000 pls/rev Minimum speed alarm Disabled 1 rpm 10000 rpm Items only visible if the constant is activated Maximum speed alarm Disabled 1 rpm 10000 rpm Foam Marker Semi-autom. - Automatic Manual Par.
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Page 16: Sections Configuration
ADVANCED SETUP Sections configuration Set the number of installed section valves (1 ÷ 7). Sections configuration > Sections number Fig. 25 Coverage Set the row coverage for each boom section. Coverage (7.00 Rows) Section 1 : 1.00 Rows Section 2 : 1.00 Rows Section 3 : 1.00 Rows... -
Page 17: Valves Configuration
ADVANCED SETUP Valves configuration Set the type of valves installed on the system and the relevant data. > Master : indicate the type of installed main control valve. 2 ways : drain valve 3 ways : main valve None > Pressure regulator : indicate the type of installed control valve. -
Page 18: Flowmeter
Maximum pressure When the option (Default) is active, the item is no longer displayed. The table below indicates the values that are automatically set selecting the sensor code: ARAG PRESSURE SENSOR Max pressure TYPE The default values can ARAG 466113.200 20.0... -
Page 19: Tank Level
ADVANCED SETUP Tank level Mode First of all configure the submenu and the selected option data. The tank filling will be managed in different ways according to the preset mode. Possible options: > Manual : par. 8.7.1 > Level Sensor : par. -
Page 20: Tank Level - Filling Flowmeter Mode
The level sensor zero must be calibrated when: - the presence of fluid inside the tank is displayed, even when it is empty. - a calibration curve already made with the same tank by means of another Arag computer is loaded. The tank must be empty. Press to reset the sensor residual signal. -
Page 21: Revolutions Counter
• Receiving the speed data from a connected device. It is needed to set the speed source Tractor wheel Tractor radar Request ARAG the activation code to enable the additional function, which can be purchased separately. - Enter the supplied code and confirm. -
Page 22: Access Level
Data logger Load/save setup You can set an access PIN code. > Technician It allows configuring all monitor parameters: you can set an access PIN. > ARAGTech Reserved to ARAG personnel. Manager Technician PIN ENTRY ( USERS) > - Select the user level for which you want to enter the PIN (symbol Fig. -
Page 23: Setup Check After Advanced Setup End
8.12 Setup check after Advanced setup end Advanced setup This screen is displayed only in case of errors when exiting the Setup check > Enable flowmeter Enable pressure sensor In case of more error messages, select the message and press Advanced Setup BRAVO 350 automatically switches to the and directly... -
Page 24: User Setting
USER SETTING USER SETTING ACCESS TO USER SETTING ( WITH COMPUTER ON ) Keep the key pressed until the menu is displayed. User setting > Job selection : ... For a correct use of the keys during setting, refer to Par. 7.3. Current Job data : ... - Page 25 USER SETTING Speed Par. 9.9 Source Wheel sensor GPS, Tractor wheel / Tractor radar Selected wheel type Wheels setting Automatic Constant calculation Manual 50.00 cm/pls 0.01 cm/pls 150.00 cm/pls Wheel constant 1 ÷ 3 Wheel constant 1 19.68 in/pls 0.01 in/pls 60.00 in/pls Flowrate correct.
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Page 26: Job Selection
USER SETTING Job selection Select > the job to enable * . Job selection A > Selected job B 01) Job number > 01) 60 l/ha * 1.00 m Boom type A C 60 l/ha Target rate D * Active job 90 l/ha 2.00 m Boom type B E 1.00 m Row width... -
Page 27: Booms Setup
USER SETTING Booms setup In this menu it is possible to set 10 different types of booms. Booms setup Boom data A A Boom type > A) * 2.10 l/min > Nozzle number : 10 ATR White B Active boom C Target rate 2.80 l/min ATR Lilac... -
Page 28: Working Parameters
USER SETTING Working parameters From this menu it is possible to set the farming machine working parameters. Working limits > Task Controller TC : ... > Nozzles wear check : Disabled Min. spraying speed : Disabled Regulation lock type : Disabled The set limits are active ONLY during the AUTOMATIC OPERATION (Par. -
Page 29: Tank
USER SETTING Tank It activates the tank filling procedure. Tank level The filling will be managed in different ways according to the mode preset in the menu (Par. 8.7). Tank level - Manual Mode (Par. 8.7.1) > Filling Tank BRAVO 350 displays the tank rated capacity: the value has been set in Advanced setup >... -
Page 30: Speed
USER SETTING Speed Usually the computer calculates the information concerning the speed thanks to pulses received by the sensor installed on the wheel. Alternatively, it is possible to use a GPS receiver directly connected to the BRAVO 350 or a Bravo400S or Delta80 satellite navigator (properly connected). -
Page 31: Source - Wheel Sensor
USER SETTING 9.9.1 Source - Wheel sensor Speed > Selected wheel type : select the type of wheel (3 types available). > Source : Wheel sensor > Wheels setting : set the wheel constant (3 available). Selected wheel type The constant can be inserted with two different procedures (manual or automatic), Wheels setting : ... -
Page 32: Flowrate Correction Factor
USER SETTING 9.10 Flowrate correction factor When using a paddle flowmeter and the sprayed fluid has a different density than the water one, the computer could display wrong measurements; to correct them change the sprayed fluid factor: • if at the end of the spraying the tank still contains fluid, reduce the factor; •... -
Page 33: Test
USER SETTING 9.13 Test Test > Speed simulation : No (S) Speed 0.0 Hz (F) Flow 0.0 Hz (T) Filling flowm. 0.0 Hz (X) Rev. counter 0.0 Hz (M) Pressure : 0.000 mA It allows checking the correct operation of BRAVO 350. Battery voltage : 11.9 V Display... -
Page 34: Keyboard & Switches
USER SETTING 9.13.5 Keyboard & Switches Press all keys or switches one at a time: if the operation is correct, the display will show the name of the relevant control. Keyboard & Switches Keyboard Keyboard: H2O switches LEFT DOWN Auto RIGHT Fig. -
Page 35: User Preferences
USER SETTING 9.14 User preferences This menu allows setting the BRAVO 350 audio and display preferences. 9.14.1 Sound alarm Enables or disables the sound when alarms are triggered. 9.14.2 Sound keyboard Enables or disables keytones. 9.14.3 Date & Time Allows setting the computer clock. >... -
Page 36: Data Logger
USER SETTING 9.15 Data logger It allows enabling / disabling the job data saving on the USB pendrive. Set a saving interval (1, 2, 5, 10 seconds) to enable data logger. Data logger If you connect a satellite receiver or a navigator, the (correctly enabled) allows recording also the latitude and longitude of the machine at any moment of the spraying. -
Page 37: Load/Save Setup
USER SETTING 9.17 Load/save setup The BRAVO 350 settings can be loaded or saved on USB pendrive so as to reconfigure the device if necessary, solve problems or configure another BRAVO 350 without repeating all operations manually. Once installation is completed, and you checked machine correct operation, we recommend you to store the whole configuration on the USB pendrive. -
Page 38: Use
10.1 Controls on computer Fig. 78 Legend: Keys to select data or modify parameters Foam marker control keys Operating switches for control unit valves Switches to use hydraulic functions (control unit valves) 1 - 2 10.2 Control, selection or modification keys ( Fig. -
Page 39: Display
10.5 Display Man.Reg. < - - - - - - - - > (l/ha) 28.00m (l-ha) (l-km) Fig. 79 Boom width Man.Reg. 90 l/ha Manual operation / Programmed application rate (Automatic operation) e.g.: Clock Detected output Tank level graphic indicator Detected / simulated speed USB pendrive correctly detected: User setting >... -
Page 40: Application Rate Regulation
It manages autonomously the opening and closing of the valves, avoiding overlapping already covered areas. In order to use the automatic closing feature, connect Bravo 400S and Delta80 (by means of a harness available in the Arag catalog) to BRAVO 350 and carry out the procedure for AUTOMATIC operation (Par. -
Page 41: Maintenance / Diagnostics / Repairs
MAINTENANCE / DIAGNOSTICS / REPAIRS MAINTENANCE / DIAGNOSTICS / REPAIRS 11.1 Cleaning rules - Clean only with a soft wet cloth. - DO NOT use aggressive detergents or products. - Do not clean the monitor with direct water jets. 11.2 Operation errors 28.00m Go! The machine is stopped... -
Page 42: Troubleshooting
MAINTENANCE / DIAGNOSTICS / REPAIRS - ACCESSORIES 11.3 Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION No power supply • Check power supply cable connections (Par. 6.2). The display does not switch on Computer is OFF • Press the ON key. Valve controls take no effect Valves not connected •... -
Page 43: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DATA 13.1 Computer technical data Description Display Graphic LCD, 240 x 64 pixels, white back-lighting Power supply voltage 9 ÷ 16 Vdc Consumption (valves excluded) 3.3W Max. switchable current for each output (section) 100mA Max. switchable current for each output (guard actuators) 3A continuous -20 °C ÷... - Page 44 TECHNICAL DATA VERSION WITH 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 SECTIONS Signal 12V sensor power supply GND sensor power supply Main valve 12V valve power supply Section valve 6 Section valve 1 Section valve 7 Section valve 4 Proportional valve (1) Proportional valve (2) GND valve power supply Section valve 2...
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Page 45: Guarantee Terms
TECHNICAL DATA GUARANTEE TERMS 1. ARAG s.r.l. guarantees this apparatus for a period of 360 days (1 year) from the date of sale to the client user (date of the goods delivery note). The components of the apparatus, that in the unappealable opinion of ARAG are faulty due to an original defect in the material or production process, will be repaired or replaced free of charge at the nearest Assistance Center operating at the moment the request for intervention is made. - Page 46 Only use genuine ARAG accessories or spare parts to make sure manufacturer guaranteed safety conditions are maintained in time. Always refer to the Internet address www.aragnet.com. 42048 RUBIERA (Reggio Emilia) - ITALY Via Palladio, 5/A Tel. +39 0522 622011 Fax +39 0522 628944 www.aragnet.com...
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