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  • Page 1 Spray M ate AUTOMATIC RATE CONTROLLER REFERENCE M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 If you do encounter a problem that cannot be corrected by reviewing this manual, consult your dealer or distributor, or contact a Micro-Trak technician for assistance. Toll Free in U.S. or Canada: (800) 328-9613 or (507) 257-3600 www.micro-trak.com •...

  • Page 3: Micro-Trak Warranty

    * Some limitations apply. See warranty statement for details. At Micro-Trak Systems, we believe a product that delivers quality and performance at a low cost is what is needed to help today’s operator and the operator of the future compete in the world mar ket.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Micro-Trak Warranty .....................................3 Table of Contents ....................................4-5 Basic Overview of Typical Installation ..............................6 Component Parts and Assembly Hardware ..........................7-8 Installation ......................................9-20 Mounting the Display Console ...................................9 Attaching the Power and Run/Hold Control Switches ..........................9 Mounting the Run/hold Switch Kit ................................9 SprayMate System Overview ...................................
  • Page 5 Table of Contents (cont) Plumbing Guidelines ..................................33-34 General ............................................. 33 Pump inlet ........................................33 Agitation ......................................... 33 Servo ..........................................33 Flowmeter ........................................33 Pump ..........................................33 Valve Purpose and Adjustments ..................................34 Tank Shut-off Valve ..................................... 34 Agitation Shut-off Valve .................................... 34 Pressure Relief Valve ....................................

  • Page 6: Basic Overview Of Typical Installation

    Basic Overview of Typ i cal Installation Hall-e ect Speed Sensor Magnets on Hub of Non-driven Wheel Remote Run/Hold SprayMate Console Harness Connection Ignition Agitation Shot-o Valve * Main Harness Hitch Connectors Stainer * Trottle Valve * Pump * Flowmeter installed after Servo the agitation/return line, pressure regulator and lter,...

  • Page 7: Component Parts And Assembly Hardware

    Component Parts and Assembly Hardware Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items: Spray M ate AUTOMATIC RATE CONTROLLER 5’ 3-Pin W/P Extension REFERENCE Cable P/N 10450 M A N U A L SprayMate Console Owner’s Manual P/N 14297 P/N 14298 5’...
  • Page 8 Component Parts and Assembly Hardware (cont) Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items: Boom/Servo/Flow Harness Power Cable P/N 14313 P/N 14315 14” Nylon cable ties (10) P/N 12910 72” ignition cable P/N 14314 120” 10-pin Kit, Run/Hold Switch extension cable P/N 14361 P/N 14316...

  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation Illustration 1A Mounting the Display Console Select a mounting location which seems most workable, Bolts and that best fits your needs. It should be con ve nient to Drill ¼” (7mm) reach and high ly vis i ble to the op er a tor. DO NOT IN STALL holes for bolts, IN A POSITION THAT OB STRUCTS THE VIEW OF THE ROAD or 3/16“...

  • Page 10: Spraymate System Overview

    Installation (cont) SprayMate System Overview...

  • Page 11: Spraymate System Overview (With On/Off Switch)

    Installation (cont) SprayMate System Overview (with optional On/Off Switch)

  • Page 12: Electrical Installation

    Installation (cont) Electrical Installation This section explains how to hook-up your SprayMate to a If the switch is used, simply mount the switch bracket as 12-volt power connection, and how to connect your boom shown on Page 9, and plug the connector into the mating shut-off valves.

  • Page 13: Spraymate Plumbing Overview

    Installation (cont) SprayMate Plumbing Overview...

  • Page 14: Spraymate Wiring Overview

    Installation (cont) SprayMate Wiring Diagram SPRAYMATE CONSOLE 10 PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD 10 PIN METRI-PACK TOWER 10 PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD 10 PIN METRI-PACK TOWER...

  • Page 15: Installation (Cont)

    20 GA. GRY GREEN TIE 16 GA. WHT 3-PIN 16 GA. BLK M/P 150 TOWER 3-PIN W/P 150 SHROUD If using 2-wire ball valves, contact a Micro-Trak representative Illustration 4B for assistance. Ground (BLACK) Monitor Special Boom Wire Ball Valve +12V...

  • Page 16: Speed Sensor Installation

    5. Rounding 5 up to the nearest even number is 6. For this example, the minimum number of magnets required is 6. The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are marked with a punched dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the magnet.

  • Page 17: Attaching Magnets

    An adapter cable is re quired for proper interface. SEE APPENDIX I FOR LIST OF ADAPTER CABLES FOR RADAR. Vansco Radar Speed Sensor Contact a Micro-Trak sales representative for de tails on any of these products, or call Mi cro-Trak Systems, Inc. at 1-800-328-9613.

  • Page 18: Mounting And Plumbing Flowmeter

    Installation (cont) Illustration 7 Mounting and Plumbing Flowmeter Hose Clamps* Sprayer Line* ¾” NPT Male Fitting* The Flowmeter must be installed in the main boom line after any strainers, return lines, or valves. Se cure ly mount flow me- Flowmeter Hose Clamps* ter (hardware not supplied) in a vertical position in an area Sensor...

  • Page 19: Manual Pressure Relief Valve

    Installation (cont) Illustration 9 Pressure Manual Pressure Relief Valve Relief Valve Tee “C” If you have a positive displacement pump or a cen trif u gal pump capable of generating excessive pressure, you must in stall a pressure relief valve and adjust it to a safe max i- mum pressure.

  • Page 20: Remote Run/Hold

    Installation (cont) Remote Run/Hold Lift Wheel Mounting The run/hold sensor cable has a BLACK body and a GRAY tie Sensor (Black body) near the 3-pin M/P connector and mates with the main har- ness ca ble having a GRAY cable tie near the 3-pin M/P con- 1/8”...

  • Page 21: Console Functions

    SprayMate™ Console Func tions The SprayMate features a large, easy-to-read liquid crystal display, lighted Brite-Knob™ rotary dial and lighted panel for night use. TOTAL AREA: SUB AREA: Keeps a running count of the total acres Counts acres (hectares) worked. Can be used to (hectares) worked.

  • Page 22: Calibration

    Calibration Illustration 12 English or Metric? The SprayMate is capable of displaying in for ma tion in Amer i- pray can En glish or standard Metric measurement. The SprayMate ™ is shipped from the factory programmed for English. MANAUTO CALHOLD •...

  • Page 23: Entering Calibration Values

    Calibration TEST SPEED: Enter the value to be used for simulating (cont) speed for per form ing Pre-Field System Checkout. The Entering Calibration Values console will use this TEST speed simulating SPEED SPEED To enter or change any of the system’s calibration values, spraying operations.

  • Page 24: Determining Wheel Circumference

    Calibration (cont) Entering Calibration Values (cont) CIRC: This position is used to calibrate the speed sensor Illustration 14 for ac cu rate speed and dis tance measurement. When this position is selected, the display will alternately show, every three seconds, pray ™...

  • Page 25: Flowmeter Calibration Tag

    Your Micro-Trak flowmeter has been tested at the factory and Illustration 16 assigned a “FLOW CAL” value to make it operate properly with the SprayMate console.

  • Page 26: Pre-Field System Checkout

    Calibration (cont) Pre-Field Sys tem Checkout Before beginning actual spraying, perform the following • Now is a good time to confirm that GPA, GPM, MPH, “Pre-field” procedure to ensure that your valve settings, WIDTH and PSI all coincide with the nozzle man u fac tur- nozzle selection and desired speed range will allow the er’s charts.

  • Page 27: Operation

    Operation Switches, Buttons and Lights Make sure your system is properly calibrated before beginning to apply product. We also recommend completion of Pre-Field System Checkout described on page 26 prior to beginning any field operations. pray ™ The SprayMate system can be operated in either Manual or MANAUTO Automatic mode.

  • Page 28: Operation (Cont)

    FLOW RATE occur. Displays the actual gallons (liters) per minute being applied. When the SprayMate is used in conjunction with a Micro-Trak NH3 control kit, the console display will read total pounds (kg) of actual “N” per minute being applied.

  • Page 29: Resetting System Counters

    Wheel circumference was incorrectly measured or entered. CONSOLE. Your system is protected by a warranty, and Review calibration, readjust and test. Micro-Trak will gladly correct any defect. NO READOUT OF GALLONS (LITERS), OR GALLONS Many problems are the result of mistakes in installation or (LITERS) PER MINUTE operation.

  • Page 30: Total Liquid Used Is Inaccurate, 6553.5 Message

    Troubleshooting (cont) General (cont) TOTAL LIQUID USED IS INACCURATE CONSOLE IS ERRATIC IN OPERATION This may result from an incorrectly-entered “FLOW CAL” If you have a two-way radio, it may be mounted too close to value. Check the number stamped on the flowmeter tag, and the console.

  • Page 31: Magnetic Hall-Effect Speed And Flow Sensors, Trak-Star

    Troubleshooting CONSOLE INPUTS (cont) If there is no response from any of the following tests, refer to Checking Individual Components (cont) the main wiring diagram on the pre vi ous page to locate the next connector in line to ward the con sole and repeat the test RUN/HOLD JUMPER DUST COVER at that con nec tor.

  • Page 32: Plumbing

    Troubleshooting (cont) Checking Individual Components (cont) SERVO VALVE CONTROL SIGNAL You may also use a 9-volt battery. Connecting the battery to each terminal on the servo valve should cause the servo valve With the console turned ON, put the console in MANUAL to run in one direction.

  • Page 33: Plumbing Guidelines

    Plumbing Guidelines General PUMP In order for your sprayer to function properly, it must be correctly plumbed. The system diagrams (See Illustrations The pump must have enough capacity to satisfy the agitation, on pages 10 and 11). show the plumbing configuration servo and flowmeter sections of the plumbing.

  • Page 34: Valve Purpose And Adjustments

    Plumbing Guidelines (cont) Valve Purpose and Adjustments TANK SHUT-OFF VALVE THROTTLE VALVE The tank shut-off valve is for convenience only. It allows you The throttle valve limits your high end to maximize servo performance. Start with throttle valve fully open and perform to work on the plumbing without draining the tank.

  • Page 35: Appendices

    Appendices...

  • Page 36: Appendix A Flowmeter Assembly

    Appendix A Flowmeter Assembly IMPORTANT: Opening the flowmeter will void the Flowmeter ASSEMBLING THE FLOWMETER Calibration value assigned to your unit. However, you may Stainless steel meters use a Teflon gasket. Sealants are need to take the flowmeter apart for periodic cleaning or normally not required.

  • Page 37: Appendix B: 12-Volt Servo Valve Calibration

    (approximately three seconds). The console will remain in the special 12-volt control driver mode, even when power is turned off. pray ™ NOTE: Do not operate this system with Micro-Trak’s Electric Servo Valve MANAUTO vCALHOLD installed when the 12-volt control driver mode is activated. Damage to the v1 2 3 4 5 servo valve will result.

  • Page 38: Optional Speed Sensor Installation

    Appendix C Optional Speed Sensor Mounting Installation Implement Wheels Speed Sensor and Bracket Prepare and install magnet clips as shown. Place a magnet at the end of each clip (longest side of magnet should point in the direction of wheel rotation). ¼”...

  • Page 39: Mounting On Drive Shaft

    Hall-effect speed sen sor must alternate as to 13mm). When distance is set, tight en nuts to lock the shaft is turned. The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are sensor in place. marked with a punched dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the magnet.

  • Page 40: Fine Tuning Speed/Distance Calibration Value W/Out Run/Hold Kit

    Appendix D Fine Tuning Speed/Distance Calibration Val ue (Without Remote Run/Hold Kit Installed) This procedure is used to verify the calibration of systems When the display shows distance (“CAL” is not WITHOUT an optional remote run/hold kit installed. In displayed), ver i fy wheth er the number displayed is the order to achieve accurate measurements, each step in this ex act dis tance you drove (with in “+”...

  • Page 41: Fine Tuning Speed/Distance Calibration Value With Run/Hold Kit

    Appendix D (cont) Fine Tuning Speed/Distance Calibration Val ue (With Remote Run/Hold Kit Installed) This procedure is used to verify the calibration of systems When the display shows distance (“CAL” is not WITH an optional remote run/hold kit installed. In order to displayed), ver i fy wheth er the number displayed is the achieve accurate measurements, each step in this fine tuning ex act dis tance you drove (with in “+”...

  • Page 42: Appendix E: Fine Tuning Flowmeter Calibration Value

    Appendix E Fine Tuning Flowmeter Calibration Value This procedure is used to verify and fine-tune the flowmeter Once the display again begins alternating, you will calibration. Every flowmeter is calibrated with water at the notice that the flowmeter calibration value has changed. factory and stamped with a calibration val ue.

  • Page 43: Spraymate Wiring Diagram

    Appendix F SprayMate Wiring Diagram SPRAYMATE CONSOLE 10 PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD 10 PIN METRI-PACK TOWER 10 PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD 10 PIN METRI-PACK TOWER...

  • Page 44: Spraymate Wiring Diagram For Nh3

    Appendix F (cont) SprayMate Wiring Diagram for NH3 SPRAYMATE CONSOLE 10 PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD 10 PIN METRI-PACK TOWER SPEED 10 PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD...

  • Page 45: Epd Pump For Spraymate Diagram

    Appendix G EPD Pump for SprayMate System Diagram MATING CONNECTOR HOUSING (1) P/N 11132 SEALS (2) P/N 10399 TERMINALS (2) 10401...

  • Page 46: Pump Driver (Edp) Module

    Appendix G (cont) Pump Driver (EPD) Module The Pump Driver Module (EPD) replaces the servo valve. Illustration 25 System flow is controlled by regulating the pump speed. 30-Amp In-line Fuse Required Module Installation (Orange) NOTE: The mounting surface must be cleaned so it is free from dirt, moisture and oil residues.

  • Page 47: Appendix H Conversion Chart

    Appendix H Conversion Chart English to Metric Metric to English When You Know Multiple By To Find When You Know Multiple By To Find LINEAR MEASUREMENT LINEAR MEASUREMENT inches 25.4 millimeters millimeters .039 inches feet 0.305 meters meters 3.28 feet yards 0.914 meters...

  • Page 48: Appendix I Replacement Parts List

    5-foot remote run/hold sensor cable 10080 Mag net clip 01531 Speed sensor kit 01535 Remote run/hold sensor kit 11218 1” Micro-Trak electric servo valve 11501 FM750 GFN Flowmeter 10131 FN750 SS Flowmeter 14315 Power cable 14313 Flow, servo, boom harness...

  • Page 49: Notes

    NOTES...
  • Page 50 NOTES...
  • Page 52 . S . a . a n u f a c t u r e d i n 1305 Stadium Road, Mankato, MN 56001-5355 Toll-Free: 800-328-9613 507-257-3600 • Fax 507-257-3001 www.micro-trak.com • trakmail@micro-trak.com Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2004 P/N 14298 Rev. 2...

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