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WEED-IT 4000 - 6000
Operator's Manual
2021 - To be read in conjunction with WEED-IT QUADRO Introduction Guide, BT-WEEDQ-INTR-A
Part No. BT -OMWEED-A - Rev 1a
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  • Page 1 WEED-IT 4000 - 6000 Operator’s Manual 2021 - To be read in conjunction with WEED-IT QUADRO Introduction Guide, BT-WEEDQ-INTR-A Part No. BT -OMWEED-A - Rev 1a...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Foreword Important Information Section 1 Pre-Operation Section 2 Operation Section 3 Calibration Section 4 Lubrication & Maintenance Section 5 Trouble Shooting Section 6 Assembly Drawings & Parts Listings Section 7 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...

  • Page 3: Foreword

    This manual provides assembly, setting up, These terms/symbols used throughout operating and maintenance instructions for this manual: 1 Before attempting to use your the Croplands Pegasus sprayer. • NOTE - to convey useful sprayer, make sure you Some features explained in this manual operating information.

  • Page 4: Important Information

    Important Information Section 1 Introduction General Specifications Shipping Information & Product ID BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 5 PO Box 2441, Dry Creek Stotford Lodge, Hastings 4120 After hours, you can e-mail us and expect Croplands have been in the business of 50 Cavan Road, Dry Creek building and selling spraying equipment a reply the following morning.
  • Page 6 General Specifications Section 1 4000 litre WEEDit Sprayer with 24m Single line boom. Single line boom. Dual line boom. General Description & Pump: Chemical handling Controller & Boom Systems: Specifications • Single Line Models - Integrated chemical mixer/induction unit • Single Line Models: Ace hydraulic motor driven is fitted with a drop-leg device.
  • Page 7 Shipping Information & Product ID Important Information WEEDit Controller Serial Number. Use the tie-down points provided when transporting. Sprayer Serial Number 6000 litre WEEDit with 36m dual line boom. Shipping Information Product Sprayer Serial Number Controller Serial Plate Number(s) Identification The following shipping information is provided but variations can occur without The Sprayer Serial Number Plate is...

  • Page 8: Pre-Operation

    Pre-Operation Section 2 Safety Boom Assembly 2.10 Hook-up 2.12 Un-hook 2.25 Main Controls & Functions 2.26 Pre-Operation Check 2.27 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...

  • Page 9: Operation

    • The written instructions from and the operator must be aware of the excessive slopes and rough Croplands dealer, WEEDit Part Croplands are included in the hazards associated with the WEEDit terrain. No. BT-OMWEED. WEEDit Operation Manual and on operation.
  • Page 10 To assure proper application parts resulting in serious injury to any welding repairs. Cover rubber • Use only genuine Croplands parts rate calibrate sprayer correctly. operator. hoses, and all other flammable parts. for any necessary replacement.
  • Page 11 Safety Pre-Operation Make sure all boom safety decals are clear and in place. Replace them if Rules for Safe Use of • Do not spill chemicals on skin • If symptoms of illness occurs during damaged or clothing. If chemicals are spilled, or shortly after spraying, call a Chemicals remove contaminated clothing...
  • Page 12 Section 2 Safety Decals - Please order replacements if required BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 13 Safety Pre-Operation Decals - Please order replacements if required BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 14 Section 2 Safety Rate of Absorption Plan your Spray Route Safety must be an Integral Part of  What protective clothing and Chemical Farming Operations equipment is needed?  Observe weather conditions, While pesticides are absorbed more • Not Just an After Thought! ...
  • Page 15 Measuring  Clean sprayer regularly. the sprayer. Safety equipment should be un-lined for this reason.  Croplands’ calibrated, easypour  Replace respirator filters regularly. used outside the cab should not 1, 3 and 5 litre measuring jugs Croplands Nitrile Chemical Handling ...
  • Page 16 Off the target reduces the efficiency of the precautions on the label. Ensure there is an adequate fit to equipment. Feel free to call Croplands pesticide on the target. Spray failures are the face. and make use of our safety database a waste of money and effort.
  • Page 17 Boom Assembly Pre-Operation 6000 litre 36m dual line WEED, loaded for transport. Remove the bolts at the base of the end pivot mount & the Remove the bolts, then, the end pivot mount. Remove the outer nuts & washers (8) from the end of the inner boom.
  • Page 18 WEEDit sprayer to the tractor. Repeat steps 1 - 9 for the other outer boom. Reconnect all plumbing lines for each outer boom. Pack & return all transport components to Croplands. CAUTION DO NOT attempt to inflate the shock absorbers without lifting the wheels off the ground.
  • Page 19 Hook-up Pre-Operation Adjust the hitch jack until the work platform is level. Remove the pin to adjust the hitch height as required. Connect the WEEDit 1 Connect the WEEDit Six steps are required to hook up the To adjust the Hitch Height: WEEDit sprayer to your tractor.
  • Page 20 Section 2 Hook-up Rotate the jack handle lowering hitch onto the drawbar. Rotate and align the pin & slot to remove the jack pin. The transport safety chain must be fitted. The Centrifugal Pump is hydraulically driven. 2 Connect Hydraulic 3 Lower the sprayer hitch onto the tractor c) When fully lifted-up, refit the jack 4 Fasten the safety chain securely to...
  • Page 21 Hook-up Pre-Operation The Pressure Line hose is identified by the cable-tie. Connect the Trailing Boom hoses to the tractor. The Pressure Line hose is identified by the cable-tie. Connect the pump drive hoses to the tractor. Connect the Pump Drive Connect the Trailed Boom 4 Connect the Pressure line to the 4 Connect the Pressure line to the...
  • Page 22 Tractor adjustments may be necessary. tractor has this system. Consult your Dealer if you are unsure. Consult your Croplands dealer if you require assistance with determining pump RPM. The Dealer will be able to calibrate this using an RPM meter or rev counter.
  • Page 23 Hook-up Pre-Operation Side Strips Ram Mount Display Console Mounting plate The WEEDit Controller Console components. Centrifugal Pump - FMC-150-HYD-206. 3 Fit the Controllers: Hydralic Motor Driven Centrifugal Pump - FMC-150- • WEEDit Controller, and HYD-206 • WEEDit Power Cable Recommended for use on the following •...
  • Page 24 Hook-up Section 2 Fix the mounting plate to the Console. Align the cable connectors & push them together. Align the Console cable connectors & push them together. The WEEDit Power Cable. 3 Fix the mounting plate to the Console 7 Connect the Console cable to the 9 Connect the Console cable to the Fit the WEEDit Power Cable using the screws, washers and nuts...
  • Page 25 Hook-up Pre-Operation Boom Controller Power Cable Console Cable The Boom Controller, tractor cable & power cable. Connect the Power cable to the back of the Controller. Rotate the ring-lock clockwise to lock the connectors. Align the Power cable connectors & push them together. Fit the Trailed Boom Controller b) Rotate the ring-lock clockwise to 4 Connect the Controller cable to the...
  • Page 26 Section 2 Hook-up Pull back the dust cover to access the male connector. Fit the dust cover to the back of the console. Optional Electric Fence Line Controller. Connect the Fenceline Controller cable. 7 Connect the Power cable to the c) Fit the dust cover to the back of Fit Other Optional Controllers 4 Connect the Sprayer Fenceline...
  • Page 27 Hook-up Pre-Operation MT3405 Controller - Dual Line Sprayer option. Connect the leads to the rear of the Controller. Connect the main loom couplings. Lock the Controller couplings together. To fit the optional MT 3405 Spray Controller 3 Connect the leads at the rear of the 4 Align, connect and lock together the (applicable to Dual Line WEEDit Sprayers Spray Controller.
  • Page 28 Section 2 Hook-up Remove the PTO shaft from its transport position. Correctly fit the PTO shaft to the AR Pump. Check all safety guards & chains are in place. 4 Fit the PTO Shaft Important Factors when 3 Measure and fit the PTO to the 6 Before operating the drive shaft, be WEEDit sprayer ensuring the locking sure that all safety guards and chains...
  • Page 29 Hook-up Pre-Operation The tractor-sprayer hitch point should be centred between the two universal joints of the PTO shaft Pivot point of tow hitch centred between PTO universal joints Minimum shaft Standard PTO contact length Make sure shaft ends Make sure shaft ends of 300mm (12") do not butt up.
  • Page 30 Section 2 Hook-up WEEDit Controller Power Cable. Boom Controller power cable. 5 Connect Power Leads to 6 Inflate Shock Absorbers Raising or lowering air pressure in the boom steering and castor wheel shock the Tractor Battery & Adjust Boom Hieght absorber systems is used to adjust the boom: Connect all power leads directly to the...
  • Page 31 Hook-up Pre-Operation 2.24 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 32 Un-hook Section 2 Disconnect hydralulic hoses & PTO shaft. Disconnect the main loom coupling. Unlock, unpin & wind down the hitch jack. Unhitching 3 Unlock, unpin and wind down the 4 Pin & lock the hitch jack into position hitch jack. and, then, adjust the hitch height To disconnect the WEEDit Sprayer from using the hitch jack.
  • Page 33 Main Controls & Functions Pre-Operation The WEEDit main control panel & valve location facilitates central, easy access of all control points for filling, mixing, spraying & cleaning functions: Blanket Spray Pressure Gauge Blanket Spray Suction Line Valve: Blanket Spray Directional Flow Valve •...
  • Page 34 Pre-Operation Check Section 2 Read Operators’ Manuals before operating machine. Check pump oil level. Check pump air chamber pressure. Check the Blanket Spray suction filter is clean. Pre-Operation Check 9 If fitted, check the diaphragm pump 10 If fitted, check the air pressure in the 11 Check the Blanket Spray suction oil level.
  • Page 35 Pre-Operation Check Pre-Operation Check the pressure filter is clean. Check the Trailing Boom functions correctly. Check the WEEDit Controller spraying functions. 11 Check the pressure filter is clean. 13 Check the Trailing Boom Controller 14 Check all WEEDit Controller spraying 15 Refer to instructions provided in other functions correctly.
  • Page 36 Section 2 Pre-Operation Check Single Line Sprayer - WEEDit Controller standard. Place the suction valve in "Main Tank" position. Rotate the Blanket Spray Valve to "Off", then, open the Rotate both Ramsey & Vent valves to their "... Return to "Agitators Main Tank"...
  • Page 37 Pre-Operation Check Pre-Operation Press the Flush Buttom to flush & check pressure. Adjust the air pressure at the rear of the Sprayer. 9 Press the Flush button to check the 10 Adjust the pressure using the air 11 Visually check that both tank agitators 15 With all booms operating, check pressure of the system by briefly pressure adjustment valve located at...
  • Page 38 Section 2 Pre-Operation Check Dual Line Sprayer - MT3405 Controller option. Rotate the Pressure Control Valve to "Spray Blanket" Enter the flow meter calibration factor. Place the suction valve in "Main Tank" position. position. If Fitted, Check 3 Place the Suction Line valve to 4 Rotate the Pressure Control Valve 5 Follow the instructions in the “Main Tank”...
  • Page 39 Pre-Operation Check Pre-Operation Adjust the manual pressure relief valve. Open the tank agitator valve. +/- keys and auto/man key. Boom switches on, master switch in hold. 9 Adjust the spraying pressure as (e) Use the “-” key to reduce the 12 Turn the Controller Master switch ON 15 With all boom operating, re-check follows with the tractor &...
  • Page 40 Sprayer Operation Section 3 Filling Filters Tank Agitation & Axle Adjustment Cleaning Operating the Boom 3.12 Operating the Sprayer 3.16 Chemical Mixing 3.17 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 41 Filling Sprayer Operation Main tank Main tank Chem-E-Flush Fresh Water tank Flush tank Spot tank Flush tank Fresh Water tank Chem-E-Flush Single Line 4000 litre WEEDit Sprayer. Dual Line 6000 litre WEEDit Sprayer. Clean the Fresh Water Fill filter. Rotate the Fresh Water Fill valve to "Fill Main Tank" Filling the WEEDit Dual Line Sprayers Fresh Water Filling...
  • Page 42 Section 3 Filling Rotate the Fresh Water Fill valve to "Fill Flush Tank" position. Rotate the Fresh Water Fill valve to "Fill Spot Tank" position. Rotate the Fresh Water Fill valve to "Off" position. Flush Tank Spot Tank (Dual Line models) 4 Rotate the Fresh Water Fill valve to Top-Filling "Off"...
  • Page 43 Filling Sprayer Operation Open the Main tank lid for top-filling. Open the Flush tank lid for top-filling. Open the Fresh Water tank lid for top-filling. Open the Spot Water tank lid for top-filling. Flush Tank Fresh Water Tank Spot Tank (Dual Line Only) To top-fill the Spray tank: Use clean, fresh water (preferably The WEEDit incorporates a 30 litre fresh...
  • Page 44 Filters Section 3 WARNING Always wear protective gloves when cleaning filters containing toxic chemicals. Clean the Fresh Water Fill filter regularly. Clean Blanket Spray Suction filter regularly. Clean the pressure filter regularly. Cleaning Filters Bottom-Fill Filter Blanket Spray Suction Filter Blanket Spray Pressure Filter The Fresh Water Fill filter should be...
  • Page 45 Filters Sprayer Operation Clean the WEEDit Inline filter regularly. Clean Inline filters regularly (Dual Line Inline filter shown). Clean nozzle filters regularly (Dual line nozzle filter only). Clean Fenceline nozzle filters regularly (if fitted). WEEDit Inline Filters Blanket Spray Inline Filters Blanket Spray Nozzle Fenceline Nozzle Filters Filters...
  • Page 46 Tank Agitation & Axle Adjustment Section 3 Ensure agitator valve is open before adding chemical. Open the Agitators Main Tank valve before adding chemical. Shift the sensor cable, then, loosen the lock nuts. Adjust nuts to move the axle in/out for the width required Tank Agitation Axle Adjustment Air Filter...
  • Page 47 Cleaning Sprayer Operation Open the Main Tank Drain valve to drain the tank. Turn the Blanket Spray valve to "Blanket Spray" & open Remove and clean the suction filter the Blanket Spray Direction Flow, Main Tank Rinse & Agitator valves. Flushing the WEEDit 2 Open the Tank Drain valve to drain 8 Start tractor and place sprayer...
  • Page 48 Section 3 Cleaning Open the WEEDit Flush Line Tap. Rotate the WEEDit Suction Line valve to the "Flush" Remove and clean the pressure filter Open the Spot Spray Tank Drain valve to drain the tank. position. Flushing the Spot Spay 15 Remove and clean the pressure 5 Open the WEEDit Flush Line Tap.
  • Page 49 Cleaning Sprayer Operation Remove and clean inline pressure filters & screens. Turn the Blanket Spray valve to "Blanket Spray" & open the Blanket Spray Direction Flow, Main Tank Rinse & Agitator valves. Using Tank and To Use Cleaners in Blanket 13 Turn the spray boom sections ON.
  • Page 50 Section 3 Cleaning Turn the Blanket Spray Suction Line valve to "Spray Main Tank" position. 7 Turn the Blanket Spray Suction Line To Use Cleaners in Spot Spray 12 Turn the spray boom sections ON. 8 Rotate the WEEDit Suction Line valve valve to "Spray Main Tank"...
  • Page 51 Operating the Boom Sprayer Operation The Boom Controller. Move the MASTER switch up to ON position. 12 Pressurise the system to operate 17 Turn the spray booms OFF and shut Opening & Closing Opening the Boom for tank rinse and agitators. down the sprayer.
  • Page 52 Section 3 Move the BOOM WHEELS switch to PART FOLD. Hold DOWN the FOLD ARMS switch to open the stay Reverse the sprayer until booms open approximately Hold UP the LATCH ARMS switch to unlock the arms. latches. half way. 4 Hold UP the LATCH ARMS switch 6 Hold DOWN the FOLD ARMS switch 7 Move the BOOM WHEELS switch to...
  • Page 53 Operating the Boom Sprayer Operation When the boom is half open, move the BOOM Check that the boom stay arms are docked & each Hold UP both LH & RH WHEEL switches to rotate the The locking ram mechanism fully extended & locked. latch is correctly positioned.
  • Page 54 Section 3 Operating the Boom Hold DOWN both LH & RH WHEEL switches to rotate Move the BOOM WHEELS switch to SPRAY position. Move the BOOM WHEELS switch to LOCK position. Hold UP the LATCH ARMS switch to unlock & release the stay arm latches.
  • Page 55 Operating the Boom Sprayer Operation Hold UP the FOLD ARMS switch until each wing stay Move the MASTER SWITCH to OFF position to turn off WEEDit User Manual Slowly move the sprayer forward until both boom wings are fully closed (into the transport position). arm is fully closed.
  • Page 56 Chemical Mixing Section 3 Accurately calculate the amount of chemical required. Release & lower the hopper. Pull the lever to unlock & lower the Chem-E-Flush. Lower hopper into the filling position. Calculate Water & Adding Chemical To A) Chem-E-Flush Hopper 2 For volume of mixture required to spray the selected area, calculate Chemical Quantities...
  • Page 57 Chemical Mixing Sprayer Operation Close the Transfer valve at the base of the hopper. Turn the Blanket Spray Suction Line Valve to "Flush" Open hopper lid & add chemical powder/liquid. Close the Fill valve position. 5 Turn the Blanket Spray Suction Line 7 Close the Transfer valve at the base 10 Open the hopper lid &...
  • Page 58 Section 3 Chemical Mixing Open the hopper lid & place the container over the Close the hopper lid. Open the Transfer valve to transfer the rinse mixture. Rotate the Blanket Spray valve to "Blanket Spray" position. drum rinse valve. To rinse a chemical container: To rinse the hopper: 6 After rinsing, transfer the rinse After completing the mixing procedures:...
  • Page 59 Chemical Mixing Sprayer Operation Connect the Probe & Probe Rinse hoses. Open Probe valve to transfer mixture to spray tank. Close probe valve. Turn the Blanket Spray Suction Line Valve to "Flush" position. B) Chemical Probe 5 Turn the Blanket Spray Suction Line h) Place the probe in the chemical and j) Close the Probe valve when the valve to "Flush"...
  • Page 60 Sprayer Calibration Section 4 Calibration Procedure • Blanket Spray • Spot Spray WEEDit Rate Chart 4.10 Air-Mix & Turbodrop® Nozzle Chart 4.12 Calibration Work Sheet 4.14 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...

  • Page 61: Calibration

    Calibration Procedure Sprayer Calibration Proper calibration considers all spraying variables. Optional Dual LIne Rapid Check Flowmeter Blanket Spray IMPORTANT: Applying the correct amount of chemical Proper calibration involves setting up to a crop is only possible if: the sprayer (nozzle selection, pressure, 1 It should be remembered that the Calibration speed), calculating chemical and water...
  • Page 62 Section 4 Calibration Procedure - Blanket Spray For correct calibration, your flowmeter must be clean & accurate. Unscrew the the Rapid Check assembly. Wash any impurities out of the removable turbine unit. Unscrew the sensor. Place the Rapid Check unit in a detergent bath. Daily Check &...
  • Page 63 Calibration Procedure - Blanket Spray Sprayer Calibration Determine actual speed of travel. Buyers Guide - courtesy of Teejet. AI nozzle - courtesy of Teejet. Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 a) Use Your Manual's Chart Or Manufacturer’s Nozzle Chart. Determining the Actual Measure Swath Width Select Nozzle Type &...
  • Page 64 Section 4 Calibration Procedure - Blanket Spray L/min column on nozzle chart - courtesy of Teejet. Test the actual output of the nozzles. An alternative formula is: Step 5 Step 6 (Recommended) Nozzle Flow Rate (l/min) = Fit the Selected Nozzles to Check Nozzle Accuracy &...
  • Page 65 Calibration Procedure - Blanket Spray Sprayer Calibration Step 7 Spray tip wear - courtesy of Teejet. f) Discard and replace any nozzle that deviates more than 10% from the Calculate Application Rate c) Collect and measure the volume of d) When the pressure is set to give a specified output (eg with a 0.5 l/min spray from one nozzle and adjust specified nozzle output (using a new...
  • Page 66 Section 4 Calibration Procedure - Blanket Spray +/- keys. Step 8 Step 9 b) In Manual mode - the Controller c) For land area covered, use the application rate can be altered by: formula: If tested application is not Add The Correct Amount i) Adjusting pressure up or down to Area Covered (ha) = satisfactory:...
  • Page 67 Calibration Procedure - Blanket Spray Sprayer Calibration Boom height - courtesy of Teejet. Step 10 Step 11 Adjust Boom Height Record All Data For Future Reference Boom height should be adjusted to suit the type of nozzle used, terrain and crop Record all your calibration data on the work or soil being sprayed.

  • Page 68: Spot Spray

    Calibration Procedure - Spot Spray Section 4 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...

  • Page 69: Weedit Rate Chart

    30 Degree WEEDit Rate Chart Sprayer Calibration Effective Flowrate Droplet Speed (kph) Nozzle Pressure Droplet Flow rate Spray (L/min/ Size (Bar) Size (l/min) Width nozzle) (micron) (cm) Boom height 750mm 0.66 0.32 0.53 3002 0.73 0.32 0.58 0.32 0.64 0.98 0.32 0.78 3003...
  • Page 70 40 Degree WEEDit Rate Chart Section 4 Effective Flowrate Droplet Speed (kph) Nozzle Pressure Droplet Flow rate Spray (L/min/ Size (Bar) Size (l/min) Width nozzle) (micron) (cm) Boom height 750mm 0.66 0.59 4002 0.73 0.66 0.72 0.98 0.88 4003 0.99 1.08 Boom Height 650mm 0.66...

  • Page 71: Air-Mix & Turbodrop® Nozzle Chart

    Air-Mix & Turbodrop Nozzle Chart ® Sprayer Calibration Litres/ha @ 500mm nozzle spacing Nozzle l/min 5km/h 6km/h 7km/h 8km/h 10km/h 12km/h 16km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h 35km/h 0,346 0,490 0,600 TDAM015 0,693 0,775 TD015 0,849 (Green) 0,917 0,980 1,039 1,095 0,462 0,653 0,800 TDAM02...
  • Page 72 Section 4 Air-Mix & Turbodrop Nozzle Chart ® Litres/ha @ 500mm nozzle spacing Nozzle l/min 5km/h 6km/h 7km/h 8km/h 10km/h 12km/h 16km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h 35km/h 0,924 1,306 1,600 TDAM04 1,847 2,066 TD04 2,263 (Red) 2,444 2,612 2,771 2,921 1,155 1,633 2,000 TDAM05...

  • Page 73: Calibration Work Sheet

    Calibration Work Sheet - Blanket Spray Sprayer Calibration Step 1 Nozzle Flow Rate (l/min) Step 8 Check the Sprayer is in Good Working Order If Tested Application is Not Satisfactory - Make Speed (km/hr) x Swath Width (m) x Application Changes &...
  • Page 74 Section 4 Calibration Work Sheet - Blanket Spray Step 1 Nozzle Flow Rate (l/min) Step 8 Check the Sprayer is in Good Working Order If Tested Application is Not Satisfactory - Make Speed (km/hr) x Swath Width (m) x Application Changes &...
  • Page 75 Calibration Work Sheet - Blanket Spray Sprayer Calibration Step 1 Nozzle Flow Rate (l/min) Step 8 Check the Sprayer is in Good Working Order If Tested Application is Not Satisfactory - Make Speed (km/hr) x Swath Width (m) x Application Changes &...

  • Page 76: Lubrication & Maintenance

    Lubrication & Maintenance Section 5 Greasing & Service Procedures Sprayer Grease Points Diaphragm Pumps Filters Compressor & Motor Valves Booms Airbag Suspension Option 5.12 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 77 Greasing & Service Procedures Lubrication & Maintenance PTO quick release pins (Dual Line models only). Greasing & Service Every 200 Hours or 6 Months 8 If fitted, grease tractor to sprayer 9 If an AR Diaphragm pump is fitted, PTO universal joints every 8 hours. check pump air chamber pressure - Whichever Comes Sooner Procedures...
  • Page 78 Sprayer Grease Points Section 5 Rotating hitch tongue grease point. Hitch jack mechanism grease point. Chemeflush hopper upper hinge grease points. PTO universal joints (Dual line models only, if fitted). Sprayer Grease Points 3 Hitch jack mechanism (1). 5 Upper hinges of the Chemeflush 6 Universal joints on the PTO shaft (if hopper (2).
  • Page 79 Diaphragm Pumps Lubrication & Maintenance AR pump air chamber - on a Dual Line model. AR pump oil filler - on a Dual Line model. Diaphragm Pump Daily after Use Every 50 Hours Every 250 hours or Every Season - Whichever Maintenance 1 Flush pump with clean water.
  • Page 80 Section 5 Diaphragm Pumps Pre-delivery checklist. Excessive Pre-Season Pump Storage and 8 Bypass line too small to carry full capacity of pump. Diaphragm Failure Servicing Corrosion Protection 9 In cold climates - frozen suction/ discharge lines or water remaining in 1 Warm Climates If you have excessive diaphragm failure For thorough pre-season servicing - check...
  • Page 81 Filters Lubrication & Maintenance Clean the Fresh Water Fill filter regularly. Clean Blanket Spray Suction filter regularly. Clean the Blanket Spray pressure filter regularly. Clean the WEEDit Inline filter regularly. Filter Maintenance Blanket Spray Suction Blanket Spray Pressure WEEDit Inline Filter Filter Filters The WEEDit inline filter should be cleaned...
  • Page 82 Section 5 Filters Clean Inline filters regularly (Dual Line Inline filter shown). Clean nozzle filters regularly (Dual line nozzle filter only). Clean Fenceline nozzle filters regularly (if fitted). Blanket Spray Inline Filters Blanket Spray Nozzle Blanket Spray Fenceline Filters Nozzle Filters (Option) The Blanket Spray Inline filters should be cleaned regularly or after each spray tank Blanket Spray Nozzle filters should be...
  • Page 83 Compressor & Motor Valves Lubrication & Maintenance Dual Line model five-bank motor valves. Clean the WEEDit compressore air filter regularly. Electric Motor-Valve Air Filter 4 Check with the chemical manufacturer to be sure chemicals Maintenance The air filter used by the compressor on being used are compatible with the the WEEDit sprayer, is located on the top valve parts.
  • Page 84 Booms Section 5 Upper grease point of the main boom hinge. Right grease point of the main boom hinge. Pivot grease points on the wing stay fold mechanism. Pivot grease points on the wing stay fold mechanism. Boom Maintenance Ensure nozzles and nozzle bodies are Every 50 Hours End of Season correctly fixed and sealed when operating.
  • Page 85 Booms Lubrication & Maintenance Pivot grease points on the main wing wheels. Boom stay folding adjustment. Boom stay folding adjustment. Main wing wheel rotation sensor adjustment. Boom Adjustments Steering Wheel Setup Pivot grease points on the extension wing wheels. Boom stay height adjustment. Main wing wheel rotation stop adjustment.
  • Page 86 Section 5 Booms Castor 5.11 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 87 Important Information 5.12 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...

  • Page 88: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble Shooting Section 6 Centrifugal Pump Problems Diaphragm Pump Problems General Sprayer Problems Hydraulic Pump Drive Problems WEEDit Problems/Troubleshooting Boom Tracking & Parking Problems Motor Valve Problems 6.10 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 89 Centrifugal Pump Problems Trouble Shooting BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 90 Section 6 Centrifugal Pump Problems BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 91 Diaphragm Pump Problems Trouble Shooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY A Pump does not draw or deliver liquid. 1 One or more valves are not seating properly. 1 Clean valve seating. Pressure gauge fluctuates badly. 2 The pump is sucking in air through suction line. 2 Examine the suction hose and ensure it is firmly secured.
  • Page 92 Section 6 Diaphragm Pump Problems PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY E Oil being discharged through delivery 1 One or more diaphragms split or ruptured. 1 Immediately drain oil from pump and flush to line or discoloured oil in sight glass of remove all spray residues from sump.
  • Page 93 General Sprayer Problems Trouble Shooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY 1 No spray when turned on. 1 Filter on the inlet side of the pump blocked. 1 Dismantle, clean & re-assemble. 2 Faulty pump. 2 Change pump. 2 Sprays for short time only. 1 Air inlet to tank blocked.
  • Page 94 Hydraulic Pump Drive Problems Section 6 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY A Hydraulic system overheating 1 Refer to pump selection guide to determine 1 Improper hydraulic motor size. proper size for your system. 2 Close adjustment screw on side of hydraulic 2 Bypass adjustment screw set to bypass too motor to lessen the amount of bypassing oil.
  • Page 95 WEEDit Problems/Troubleshooting Trouble Shooting BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 96 Boom Tracking & Parking Problems Section 6 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 97 Motor Valve Problems - Blanket Spray Trouble Shooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY A Boom line valve opens when it should be closed 1 Wiring incorrect. 1 Reverse polarity of valve by changing wires at the and closes when it should be open. valve cap.
  • Page 98 Assembly Drawings & Parts Listings Section 7 Tank & Chassis WEEDit Boom Assemblies Plumbing Diagrams 7.12 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 99 Tank & Chassis - 6000 Litre Assembly Drawings & Parts NOTE Drawings are for illustration purposes only. Please refer to the parts list. BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 100 Tank & Chassis - 4000 Litre Section 7 NOTE Drawings are for illustration purposes only. Please refer to the parts list. BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 101 WEEDit Boom Assemblies - 36 & 32m Assembly Drawings & Parts 36M WEEDIT BOOM Part No Description AB243000-200 FIRST ARM WING KIT SHADOW BOOM THIS INFORMATION IS AN OVERVIEW OF THE SERIES 3 WEEDIT BOOM - FOR DETAILS REFER TO THE INDIVIDUAL BOOM DRAWINGS ON PAGES 7.5 - 7.11.
  • Page 102 WEEDit Boom Assemblies - 30, 24 & 18m Section 7 30M WEEDIT BOOM Part No Description AB243000-200 FIRST ARM WING KIT SHADOW BOOM AB243000-110A STEERING CASTOR ASSY VER 2 AB243000-400L OUTRIGGER DOCKING KIT LH AB243000-700A BOOM BUMPER KIT 18-36M AB243000-120A OUTER CASTOR KIT VER 2 AB243000-600A OUTER WING KIT 36M VER 2...
  • Page 103 Inner Arm Assemblies Assembly Drawings & Parts BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 104 Section 7 Inner Arm Assemblies Part No Description Part No Description A106320 TAIL 3/4" MP-340A SENSOR BRACKET A106533 TAIL 1 1/4" TO 32MM MP-350 POLYPIPE 1 1/4" 950MM A116313 ELBOW D13 FOR FLY NUT 3/4" MP-354 3/4" 2200 POLYTUBE A116320 ELBOW 3/4"...
  • Page 105 Outer Arm Assemblies Assembly Drawings & Parts BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 106 Section 7 Outer Arm Assemblies Part No Description Part No Description A106320 TAIL 3/4" MP-361 TEE 15mm JOHN GUEST A106533 TAIL 1 1/4" TO 32MM PH4322 SOCKET 3/4" A116313 ELBOW D13 FOR FLY NUT 3/4" QJ39685-2-500-N TEE BODY A126055 ELBOW 1 1/4" X 1 1/4" MALE/FEMALE UP-429 CLAMP PP SINGLE 43MM A1302050...
  • Page 107 Steering Wheel Assembly Assembly Drawings & Parts Part No Description AB243901-110 STEERING WHEEL SWING ARM AB243903-100 WEEDIT BOOM SUSPENSION AXLE HP-202R WHEEL 12Lx15 MULTI RIB 5/140 MP-391A SHOCK ABSORBER HI RISE W/ COIL MP-392 WHEEL NUT M16 X 1.5 50MM PIN TOP MOUNT 40MM BEARING 102MM MOUNTING HOLES STEERING WHEEL SWING ARM PIN...
  • Page 108 Section 7 Castor Wheel Assembly Part No Description AB243901-100 WEEDIT OUTER CASTOR SWING ARM AB243902-004 OUTER CASTOR WHEEL PIVOT AB243903-100 WEEDIT BOOM SUSPENSION AXLE AB243904-100 OUTER WHEEL SWING ARM PIN AB243905-100 SHOCK ABSORBER FERULE HP-202R WHEEL 12Lx15 MULTI RIB 5/140 MP-391A SHOCK ABSORBER HI RISE W/ COIL MP-392...
  • Page 109 WEEDit Dual Line Plumbing Diagram Assembly Drawings & Parts WEEDIT BROADCAST BOTH To Flush Fresh Water Tank Tank Tank Out Flush Tank Rinse Tank Non-Return Agitator Tank Rinse Valve Tank Non-Return Valve Agitator Spot Tank Rinse Main Tank Agitator Agitator Main Tank Rinse Ø...
  • Page 110 WEEDit Single Line Plumbing Diagram Section 7 Ø 32mm Pressure Hose 9000LG Flow Meter Gauge Fresh Water Tank Ramsey Drain Valve Ø 10mm Clear Hose 1300LG Ø 10mm Pressure Hose 9000LG Ø 12mm Pressure Hose 1800LG Ø 32mm Pressure Hose 1200LG Ø...
  • Page 111 Assembly Drawings & Parts 7.14 BT-OMWEED 012015 - Rev 1...
  • Page 112 CROPLANDS AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND CANADA Croplands Equipment Pty Ltd Croplands Equipment Ltd Croplands Equipment Pty Ltd ACN 006 450 184 PO Box 2004, PO Box 2441 Stortford Bridge, Hastings 4120 Dry Creek, SA 5094 PO Box 2441 Australia Dry Creek...

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