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- Page 1 Valmar 456 Granular Applicator Effective S/N 240001+ 10124046 - MANUAL, OP, 456, SN 240001+...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction ..........................7 Safety General Safety Precautions .....................8 Safety Decals ..........................15 General Maintenance ......................16 Pre-Operation Assembly & Installation......................18 Calibration ..........................26 Operation & Adjustments Operation ..........................30 Adjustments & Service ......................36 Specifications Specifications ..........................40 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ........................42 2023-11-30 Page 2 Salford Group Inc. - Page 3 Return to Contents 10124046 - MANUAL, OP, 456, SN 240001+ This Page Intentionally Left Blank 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 3...
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Page 4: Warranty
Warranty and Limitation of Liability Salford products are designed and built with longevity and serviceability in mind and are intended to withstand the normal rigors of agricultural use. In case of defect in material or workmanship, Salford Group, Inc. (Salford) will replace and/or repair at its option any part covered by the warranty policy outlined below. - Page 5 Salford offers this warranty work to be done by either the original authorized dealer or a Salford authorized technician. In the case where the work is to be performed by the owner, the reseller will contact Salford BEFORE the work is carried out. Salford will grant approval of the repair after assessing the technical compentency of the owner.
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Page 6: Serial Number Locations
Model No. ___________________________ Serial No. ___________________________ APPLICATOR SERIAL APPLICATOR SERIAL NUMBER NUMBER Control Unit Serial Number The Serial Number Plate is located on the rear of the control unit. Serial No. ___________________________ CONTROL UNIT SERIAL NUMBER 2023-11-30 Page 6 Salford Group Inc. -
Page 7: Dealer Information
Dealer's Name: Dealer Phone Number: Operator Orientation The directions left, right, front and rear as mentioned throughout the manual are as seen from the driver's seat and facing in the direction of travel. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 7... -
Page 8: General Safety Precautions
Ensure all guards and shields are in place before operating the applicator. Do not allow riders on the applicator. Do not climb on machine during operation Do not exit the tractor while tractor is still running 2023-11-30 Page 8 Salford Group Inc. -
Page 9: Signal Words
NOTE: Indicates points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient repair or operation. A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST AN ACCIDENT! 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 9... - Page 10 • Keep all connectors clean for positive connections. • Ensure all fittings and hoses are in good condition and are properly tightened. • NEVER work on or under an elevated machine unless it has been locked up using the transport/maintenance locks. 2023-11-30 Page 10 Salford Group Inc.
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Page 11: Hardware Inspection
Use hearing protection devices such as earplugs or earmuffs to protect against loud or high decibel noises. The fan and air system produce very high decibel levels, and wearing proper hearing protection is essential. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 11... - Page 12 PTO. • Never use a PTO adaptor in order to connect mismatched drivelines. Use of an adaptor will also void driveline warranty. • Never wear loose clothing, keep people away from the driveline 2023-11-30 Page 12 Salford Group Inc.
- Page 13 Avoid heating near high-pressure fluid lines Heating near high-pressure fluid line can damage the pressure lines, which may further cause fluid leakage and explosion. Do not use soldering, welding, torch and other flammable materials near pressurized fluid lines. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 13...
- Page 14 Store in original containers in a locked area. • Dispose of excess chemicals and chemical containers in a proper manner. Never enter hopper unless another person is present and the chassis is shut off! 2023-11-30 Page 14 Salford Group Inc.
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Page 15: Safety Decals
Remove the remainder of the backing paper and press the entire decal in place. ▪ Pierce any air pockets and smooth them out. Familiarize yourself with the location and message of all safety decals on these pages. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 15... -
Page 16: General Maintenance
10124046 - MANUAL, OP, 456, SN 240001+ General Maintenance 10104027 SALFORD implements are exposed to many types of forces during normal operation. Vibration and friction are two key items that contribute to down-time, therefore it is very IMPORTANT to keep all nuts and bolts tight and all other fasteners (hair pins, linch pins, roll pins etc.) in good... - Page 17 Return to Contents 10124046 - MANUAL, OP, 456, SN 240001+ This Page Intentionally Left Blank 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 17...
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Page 18: Assembly & Installation
Push one end of the hose about 2 inches onto the fan. Twist the hose in the direction of the helical coil to make this easier. Use a lubricant such as hand cleaner or vegetable oil if necessary. 2023-11-30 Page 18 Salford Group Inc. - Page 19 There are eight holes on the bottom of the hopper that are suitable for 3/8 inch fasteners. Use these hole locations to firmly secure all four corners of the applicator to the supporting structure. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 19...
- Page 20 Attach the outlet tubes to a structure near the baler pickup. In most cases the Secure the hoses to the implement outlet tubes can be attached to the wind with the tie straps. guard rack using the gear clamps. 2023-11-30 Page 20 Salford Group Inc.
- Page 21 The Cab Harness plugs into the rear of the control unit. There is one triangular Deutsch plug and one rectangular plug. Connect the other end of the Cab Harness to the wiring harness on the 456 Applicator. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 21...
- Page 22 The image to the left shows how Pin 86 connected to the 12V tying or the limit switch operates in Inverted mode. wrapping actuator Pin 30 Connected to the Limit Switch input (green wire) 2023-11-30 Page 22 Salford Group Inc.
- Page 23 Continuous Metering If continuous metering is desired such as for a square baler, set the limit switch logic to Normal. In this case, metering will run continuously except when manually switched off by the operator. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 23...
- Page 24 4. Check airflow from fan to outlets. Air must be drawn into venturi cups. Ensure that each hose outlet has sufficient air coming out. If not, check manifold, venturis and hoses for leaks or blockage. 5. Ensure that hopper contains no foreign material 2023-11-30 Page 24 Salford Group Inc.
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Page 26: Calibration
Return to Contents 10124046 - MANUAL, OP, 456, SN 240001+ Calibration Calibration Product Flow Rate Chart Red roller, ¼” gap Valmar 456 Calibration determines the actual product flow rate of your applicator. Generally the metering Granular Density Product Flow rate of a granular product is predictable as long Product lb./cft. - Page 27 (lb./min) at 5 rpm. 10. To find the product flow rate per revolution (lb./rev.) of the roller divide the weight of the product collected by 5. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 27...
- Page 28 The closest control unit setting is 2.9. So… Roller rpm = 2.9 Conclusion Adjust the dial to obtain “2.9” on the display. Before baling an Applicator Calibration, check should be performed to confirm the predicted setting. 2023-11-30 Page 28 Salford Group Inc.
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Page 30: Operation
Operation Operation Your Valmar 456 Granular applicator is designed to efficiently place forage preservative products evenly into hay during baling or into chopped forages while harvesting. The illustration on this page demonstrates how the system works. It uses an electrically powered fan to blow the product through the fan hose and into the manifold. -
Page 31: Pre-Operation Check List
The various metering functions described below. display will read FAN ON. Fan RPM is not See the Assembly and Installation adjustable. chapter for assembly instructions. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 31... - Page 32 If the metering fails to maintain the target RPM, an alarm will sound and the display will read Figure 6: Delay An alarm will sound if insufficient voltage is delivered to the control unit. 2023-11-30 Page 32 Salford Group Inc.
- Page 33 6. Once the delay interval expires, product metering will automatically resume. RPM will now display the desired value. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 33...
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Page 34: Metering System
A removable hopper screen keeps lumps and debris out and should be kept in place for loading. 2023-11-30 Page 34 Salford Group Inc. - Page 35 The air velocity keeps granular particles airborne for even distribution throughout the forage. The tube length is suitable for most applications but can be trimmed if required. Figure 9: Release of Bearing Latch 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 35...
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Page 36: Adjustments & Service
60T driven gear on the roller venturis. and should not need adjustment. This center distance is also dependent on proper installation of the roller to the bearing mounts. Be sure that the meter drive roller is 2023-11-30 Page 36 Salford Group Inc. - Page 37 Close and latch the hopper lid and cover the applicator using a waterproof tarpaulin. A The power cable for the wiring harness has a form fitting tarp is standard equipment for the replaceable 25 amp fuse. applicator. 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 37...
- Page 38 4. Ensure all shields are in place. 5. Operate the fan and meter drive. Inspect for smooth and even operation. Check for adequate airflow at the venturis and the outlets. 6. Test the lever arm switch if installed. 2023-11-30 Page 38 Salford Group Inc.
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Page 40: Specifications
8 Blades Fan Drive 12V Electric ¼ Hp. 3600 rpm 6 inch – 28, 24 or 12 groove metering roller Metering Metering shut off gate Electrical 12 volt DC Requirements 16 Amps Hopper Dimensions 2023-11-30 Page 40 Salford Group Inc. - Page 41 Return to Contents 10124046 - MANUAL, OP, 456, SN 240001+ Specifications Power Harness Schematic Hopper Harness Schematic 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 41...
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Page 42: Troubleshooting
Run a small wire, preferably copper, through the venturi cup and into the manifold as shown below. The wire must contact the manifold to ground out the electrical charge. 2023-11-30 Page 42 Salford Group Inc. - Page 43 1/16”. Fan Switch accidentally turned OFF Turn Fan Switch ON Alarm sounds Fan motor has no power Check electrical connection to Fan Motor. Fan motor defective Replace fan motor Notes: 2023-11-30 Salford Group Inc. Page 43...
- Page 44 Return to Contents FIELD YOUR BEST. A Linamar company 364018 McBeth Road NOJ 1WO Salford, Ontario Canada 1 (866) 442-1293...
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