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- Page 1 hirlWind ™ B l o c k a g e M o n i t o r REFERENCE M A N U A L...
- Page 2 The Whirlwind has been designed for easy installation and op er a tion. How ev er, since each in stal la tion may vary depending on your equipment, please take time to fa mil iar ize yourself with this manual and the actual components before beginning.
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Page 3: Limited Warranty
Eagle Lake, MN 56024-0099 At Micro-Trak® Systems, we believe a product that delivers quality and performance at a reasonable 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
Default Values ......................................23 Factory Default Values ......................................23 Procedure for Loading Factory Defaults ..............................23 Operation ......................................24-29 Whirlwind Console Functions ..................................24 Power Up ..........................................25 Normal Operating Mode (Blockage Monitor) ............................25-26 Normal Operating Mode (Fan Monitor) ............................... 27 Normal Operating Mode (Shaft Monitor) ..............................28 Normal Operating Mode (Bin Monitor) ................................ -
Page 5: Introduction
™ Whirlwind General Description The Micro-Trak Whirlwind system monitors up to 256 seed ™ or fertilizer tubes. The basic system consists of a console with dual alarm (audible and visual) and LCD display, and one or more Sensor Connection Modules (SCM’s) with up to 16 sensors per module. -
Page 6: Whirlwind System Diagram
Whirlwind System Diagram P/N 14460 Console P/N 01377 Sensor Kit 1” ID Hose P/N 01378 Sensor Kit 1¼” ID Hose RS-232 P/N 14485 Speed Extension Cable Run/Hold P/N 14103 Extension Cable +VES 20 Ft. Extension 1 Ft. 2 Ft. 20 Ft. -
Page 7: Whirlwind System Diagram
Whirlwind Wiring Diagram WHIRLWIND CONSOLE 5-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD 5-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD 5-PIN M/P 150 TOWER OB-9 FEMALE 5-PIN M/P 150 TOWER 7-PIN M/P MIXED TOWER 7-PIN M/P MIXED TOWER 7-PIN M/P MIXED SHROUD 7-PIN M/P MIXED SHROUD 7-PIN M/P MIXED TOWER... -
Page 8: Component Parts And Assembly Hardware
B l o c k a g e M o n i t o r 14” Nylon cable ties (10) P/N 12910 REFERENCE M A N U A L Whirlwind Console Owner’s Manual 15’ 7-wire Mixed Extension ™ P/N 14460... -
Page 9: Optional Component Parts And Assembly Hardware
Optional Component Parts and Assembly Hardware P/N 01382 Optional Bin Kit* P/N 14691 Bin Module Only P/N 01544 Bin Sensor Kit (one bin) P/N 01380 Optional Shaft Kit* P/N 14672 Shaft Module Only P/N 01384 Shaft Sensor Kit with Magnet Wheel (one shaft) P/N 01535 Shaft/Fan Sensor Kit (one shaft) P/N 01381... -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Tools Needed to Install Whirlwind Mounting the Display Console • Screwdrivers • Pliers • Set of Wrenches • Wire Cutter • Electric Drill and Bits • Hacksaw General Information • Center Punch • Hammer Before you begin your installation, take a few minutes and •... -
Page 11: Sensor Connection Modules
RED wire tie on SCM2 and so on. Whirlwind Seed Sensor Module NOTE: Be sure to route cables away from sharp edges, areas of high heat and moving parts. Secure all cables firmly with plastic cable ties. -
Page 12: Installation (Cont)
The cable ties tend to “relax” after installation, so leave about Whirlwind’s Seed Sensor 1” of tie when cutting off excess after initial installation. This will make it easier to do a final tightening if they do become loose. -
Page 13: Speed Sensor Installation
Vansco as described in the instructions included with the unit. Magnets The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are marked with a punched dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the magnet. Please read the following information about magnet spacing See Illustration 2A and polarity. -
Page 14: Attaching Magnets
When the 45° from perpendicular wheel or drive shaft begins turning, a speed impulse is sent to the Whirlwind console every time a magnet passes by the tip Bracket must of the speed sensor. For the speed sensor to operate properly,... -
Page 15: Connecting The Speed Sensor Cable
See Whirlwind Wiring Diagram on page 7. Speed Sensor Options In addition to the standard Hall-effect magnetic speed sensor, the Whirlwind may be interfaced with a va ri ety of other speed sensing equipment. Several options are listed below. Astro Series or other GPS Speed Sensor Interfaces... -
Page 16: Additional Capabilities
Additional Capabilities Fan RPM Monitor The system can also monitor shaft rpm, fan rpm, or bin levels by installing the appropriate module (can be installed Install either one or two Fan Sensor Modules at any point in anywhere in the network - the system will identify module the system “chain”. -
Page 17: Calibration
Calibration Entering Calibration To enter or change any of the system’s calibration values, WHIRLWIND ™ you must enter calibration mode. To enter calibration mode, STOP the vehicle and press and hold the CAL button until the “CAL” indicator starts flashing (three seconds). (NOTE:... -
Page 18: Entering Calibration Values
Enter the number of magnets on the shaft Mark the tire with a piece of chalk and mea sure the distance or, if using the Micro-Trak magnet wheel, traveled on the ground for one com plete rev o lu tion. See enter 10. -
Page 19: Fine-Tuning Distance Cal
3 seconds.) FAN CAL: Enter the number of magnets on the fan or, if using the Micro-Trak magnet wheel, enter 10. Select the Circ position and the current Circ value will The console will not display RPM correctly be displayed. -
Page 20: Special" Calibration
“Special” Calibration Entering Calibration Values This is a calibration mode that is used to set calibration factors UNITS OF MEASURE: Use the +/- buttons to choose either that rarely need to be changed. “Eng” (English) or “mEt” (metric) system of units. TEST To enter Special Cal, first enter Standard Calibration by pressing SPEED... -
Page 21: Messages And Alarms
Messages and Alarms The following are examples of how messages and values are displayed under several different conditions. (General alarm messages are shown in gray.) Note that the following examples also show several ways the GA (General Alarm) messages can be disabled - this can make it easier to troubleshoot a specific alarm. Rotary Knob Messages Alarm Status... - Page 22 Messages and Alarms (cont) The following are examples of how messages and values are displayed under several different conditions. (General alarm messages are shown in gray.) Note that the following examples also show several ways the GA (General Alarm) messages can be disabled - this can make it easier to troubleshoot a specific alarm. Rotary Knob Messages Alarm Status...
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Page 23: Default Calibration Values
Default Calibration Values Factory Default Values Default Values Rotary Label Cal Factor English Metric “SPEED” Test Speed “VOLUME/RATE” Rate Adjust “TOTAL AREA” Width (total width of planter) 192 inches 4.88 meters “DISTANCE” Circ 1.750 4.45 (inches/pulse) (cm/pulse) “BIN LEVEL” Bin Cal mult 1 mult 1 “FAN RPM”... -
Page 24: Operation
Operation Whirlwind Console Functions The Whirlwind features a large easy-to-read liquid crystal display and lighted panel for night use. ALARM: * TOTAL AREA: The audible alarm can be turned ON or OFF using Keeps a running count of total acres the switch on the top of the console. -
Page 25: Power Up
Operation (cont) Blockage Monitor Display Mode POWER UP WHIRLWIND ™ IMPORTANT: Before starting the Whirlwind system, no seeds (fertilizer, etc.) should be running through the sensors. 1. Press On/Off button VOLUME/RATE TOTAL AREA RATE WIDTH 2. The unit will display the following: ADJUST A. -
Page 26: Operation (Cont)
Operation (cont) Blockage Monitor (cont) 2. Sensor Total Mode: (Mode 2) This shows the total number of sensors connected in the system as found at startup. This is a good way to ensure that all sensors are physically connected and electrically functioning when the system is first powered up. -
Page 27: Normal Operating Mode (Fan Monitor)
Operation (cont) Fan Monitor MAKE SURE THE FOLLOWING CALIBRATION PARAMETERS ARE SET WHIRLWIND ™ See FAN CAL on page 19. FAN RPM limit on page 19. OPERATING MODE When rotary dial is in FAN RPM position, it displays fan VOLUME/RATE rpm for selected fan. -
Page 28: Normal Operating Mode (Shaft Monitor)
13.3 seconds to detect one complete revolution 4.5 rev Micro-Trak recommends using the ‘Molded Shaft Adapter Kit’ (see illustration on page 4) to increase resolution for more accurate rpm reading and a faster alarm response time for very low RPM’s. The adapter contains 10 magnets (set SHAFT CAL = 10) to provide 10 pulses per revolution, which means that it now only takes 1.3 seconds (13.3... -
Page 29: Normal Operating Mode (Bin Monitor)
Operation (cont) Bin Monitor MAKE SURE THE FOLLOWING CALIBRATION PARAMETERS ARE SET WHIRLWIND ™ See BIN CAL on page 19. OPERATING MODE 1 2 3 4 Multiple Bins (Bin Cal is default ‘mult 1’) VOLUME/RATE TOTAL AREA RATE WIDTH ADJUST... -
Page 30: Appendices
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Page 31: Appendix A - Blockage Monitor Troubleshooting
1 3, meaning Module 1, Sensor 3 is erroneously sensing seed). NOTE: If using your Whirlwind as a stand-alone distance, area, speed monitor, you will also see ‘Err1’ in the Shaft, Make sure no residual seed is going through any of the Fan, Bin and Scan rotary positions;... -
Page 32: Appendix B - Shaft/Fan Sensor Installation
Mount magnet with SOUTH pole (dashed line) facing tip of sensor. Some installations may require more than one magnet per shaft. The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are marked with a dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the magnet. See Illustration 4. -
Page 33: Appendix C - Bin Level Sensor Installation
Appendix C Bin Level Sensor Installation INSTALLATION Illustration 7 Mount the bin level sensor(s) at the desired level in the bin(s). The connector body is supplied loose so a smaller Insert pins access hole can be drilled in the bin. The wires (with pins) into connector can be passed through the access hole, then the pins are housing until they... -
Page 34: Appendix D Optional Remote Run/Hold
Appendix D Optional Remote Run/Hold The optional remote run/hold feature automatically puts Lift Wheel the console in hold, which; 1) stops acre and distance accumulation and 2) disables (silences) the audible alarm, Sensor (Black body) turns off the RED warning light, and any alarm message(s). NOTE: blockage information (either “## ##”... -
Page 35: Appendix E Radar Adapter Cables
Appendix E Radar Adapter Cables In-Cab John Deere Metri-Pack Connector RADAR CONNECTOR SIGNAL PIN 8000/9000 Series DICKEY-john Ground Signal Common Cannon DICKEY-john DICKEY-john Deutsch P/N 14810 DICKEY-john Ford Packard DICKEY-john In-Cab JD (8000 & 9000’s Metri-Pack Packard Magnavox & Phillips DICKEY-john Radar Amp Connector Raven Conxall... -
Page 36: Appendix F - Conversion Chart
Appendix F 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 37: Appendix G - Replacement Parts
Quick Operating Guide 01376 Seed Module Kit 01382 Bin Level Module Kit 01381 Fan Level Module Kit 01380 Shaft Level Module Kit 01375 Whirlwind Console Kit 14460 Whirlwind Console 14479 Whirlwind Manual 14600 Cable, Whirlwind Power 13181 Console Mount Kit 12910... -
Page 38: Notes
NOTES... - Page 40 Manufactured in the U.S.A. by: 1305 Stadium Road, Mankato, MN 56001-5355 Toll-Free: 800-328-9613 • 507-257-3600 www.micro-trak.com • trakmail@micro-trak.com ©2019 Micro-Trak Systems, Inc. • P/N 14479 061422...
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