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Prairie Special 2500-3000L
O P E R A T O R ' S M A N U A L M Y 2 5
GA9500070 REV 00
2025
JANUARY
FROM SERIAL NO 204009
GA9500070 REV 00
2025
JANUARY

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  • Page 1 Prairie Special 2500-3000L O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L M Y 2 5 GA9500070 REV 00 2025 JANUARY FROM SERIAL NO 204009 GA9500070 REV 00 2025 JANUARY...
  • Page 2 All information in this operator’s manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. The policy of Goldacres is one of continuous improvement and as such, Goldacres reserve the right to alter any specifications and designs without notice and without incurring any obligation regarding such changes.
  • Page 3 CONTENTS 1 - Important Information – Foreword 2 - Safety – Critical Risk Management 3 - Connect – Sprayer, Tractor & Controls 4 - Setting Up – Preparation for Use 5 - Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates 67 6 - Operation –...
  • Page 4 GA9500070 REV 00 2025 JANUARY...
  • Page 5 Important Information – Foreword 1 - Important Information – Foreword Welcome About this Manual How to Use/Read this Manual Decal/Symbol Instructions Operator Responsibilities Identification & Parts Ordering Wheels & Tyres Sprayer Dimensions Sprayer Orientation Paint Codes GA9500070 REV 00 2025 JANUARY...
  • Page 6 Foreword - Important Information Welcome Congratulations on your Selection of the We welcome you as a Goldacres Owner and Please read, understand and use these Goldacres Prairie Special 2500-3000L Trailed look forward to assisting you to make your comprehensive manuals to gain complete...
  • Page 7 Important Information – Foreword About this Manual Decal/Symbol Instructions Operator Responsibilities This manual provides instructions for some Danger, Warning, Caution & Note symbols & decals are used throughout this manual and on your All operators of the Prairie Special 2500- items requiring assembly on delivery, setting Prairie Special 2500-3000L Trailed Sprayer instructing you of risks, procedures &...
  • Page 8 Dealers are not liable for the return of any goods to a PSI = Kpa x 0.145 contacting your dealer and quoting your machine serial Goldacres Dealer. Goods must be returned to point of Eg. 282 Kpa x 0.145 = 40.9 PSI number as described above.
  • Page 9 Check regulations in your state for maximum vehicle height Contact your Goldacres Dealer for up-to-date restrictions. When driving on roads it may be necessary to remove aerials to meet the required height restrictions.
  • Page 10 Foreword - Important Information Sprayer Orientation Throughout this manual instructions are given with reference to the front, rear, left and right of the sprayer including moving forward and reversing. To avoid any confusion or misunderstandings these are given using the orientation of the sprayer as illustrated (above). Paint Codes For repairs or touching up damaged paintwork use Australian Standards AS2700 codes:...
  • Page 11 Safety – Essential Risk Management 2 - Safety – Essential Risk Management 1 Operator Safety 2 Chemical Safety 3 Maintenance Safety 4 Transport Safety 5 Operating Safety 6 In-Field Safety GA9500070 REV 00 2025 JANUARY...
  • Page 12 Coveralls Chemicals can be extremely harmful to • Intoxicated (Never operate a sprayer Safety is a very high priority of Goldacres • Elbow length rubber gloves humans so the use of appropriate PPE when while under the influence of any drugs and must be for all operators.
  • Page 13 Owners & operators should for the chemicals to be used. Any part of a Goldacres sprayer that is These can be found on the manufacturer’s be trained in the safe use of Ag-chemicals. altered or operated outside the guidelines Goldacres recommends a relevant spraying website if you do not have hard copies.
  • Page 14 Essential Risk Management - Safety Prairie Special 3000 litre, 24m boom - Rowcrop option. In addition to operator safety, it’s important Spray Application Risk Assessment Disposal of Chemicals & that the chemical being sprayed hits the target Containers Answer the following risk questions to assess risks & safety before spraying: and drift is minimised.
  • Page 15 5 Excessive corrosion of fittings or puncture injuries. with Goldacres standard plumbing designs. If any faults are found, do not operate the Consult your Goldacres dealer if required. machinery until the issues have been rectified. GA9500070 REV 00 2025 JANUARY...
  • Page 16 Essential Risk Management - Safety • Avoid contacting the hydraulic Fluids Under Pressure Pumps, Pressure Lines & Valves Stored Energy Hazard tank and all hydraulic lines when at Even when a machine is not running, energy Fluids escaping from high pressure lines can It is important that the liquid flow systems operating temperature.
  • Page 17 Safety – Essential Risk Management Empty the spray tank, park on a flat area, ensure the boom Never get underneath a suspended machine or suspended is closed and chock wheels before lifting a sprayer. part of a machine. Lifting a Sprayer Changing Wheels &...
  • Page 18 Replacement decals can be ordered from your Never operate a machine with covers, Goldacres’ dealer. shrouds, or guards removed. Part numbers and descriptions of the decals on this machine can be found In the Part Manual on the Goldacres website. GA9500070 REV 00 2025 JANUARY...
  • Page 19 Safety – Essential Risk Management 4 Transport Safety Public Roads Even if a pilot vehicle is not legally required, Transporting the Sprayer if vision or manoeuvrability is limited, it In your locality there may be special vehicle A disabled sprayer is best transported on a Check the wheel nut tension on a regular is strongly recommended that an escort licencing conditions that govern the use and...
  • Page 20 Essential Risk Management - Safety 5 Operating Safety Diaphragm Spray Pump Electrical Safety Do not touch an electrical device that has fallen into water. Care should be taken to never overfill a Only qualified persons should disassemble or Ladders & Steps In case of an electrical fire, shut off the power diaphragm pump with oil or operate at speeds service electric components of the sprayer.
  • Page 21 Safety – Essential Risk Management Hydraulic Safety Connecting Hoses Hydraulic functions Hydraulic systems used on the Prairie Special Hydraulic hoses are coded to aid in correct Hydraulically controlled moving parts should include hydraulic cylinders, motors, manifolds, identification. never be touched whilst in operation. and accumulators.
  • Page 22 Operating Tips 6 In-Field Safety If a boom height control system is fitted, keep Goldacres stropngly recommends that 1 A supply of fresh water should be Each paddock or field presents its own risks clear of the boom as it could potentially move bogged sprayer’s situations are addressed...
  • Page 23 Safety – Essential Risk Management Be aware of unsafe & safe distances from power lines. Be especially mindful when turning corners on Changing weather conditions such as high Potential Risks sloping ground. Due to forces involved when temperatures will cause lines to sag & high 1 Proximity of the work to the overhead turning corners it’s very easy to exceed safe winds will cause lines to move - changing the...
  • Page 24 Operating & Travelling Speed Modification of the sprayer to increase maximum speed is Strictly Prohibited. Check with Goldacres’ specifications Once the risks and hazards of spraying near Care should be taken when transferring liquid and follow the instructions for operating,...
  • Page 25 Safety – Essential Risk Management Opening & Closing Booms Transporting the Prairie Special 2 Unloading Before unloading: Be attentive to opening, closing & parking of 1 Loading onto a Truck hydraulically controlled booms at all times: • Remove tie-down chains Before loading: •...
  • Page 26 Essential Risk Management - Safety GA9500070 REV 00 2025 JANUARY...
  • Page 27 Connect - Sprayer, Tractor & Controls 3 - Connect - Sprayer, Tractor & Controls Introduction Tractor Requirements Hydraulic Capacity Electrical Requirements Connecting Tractor & Sprayer 1 In-Cab Control Options 2 Connect Drawbar & Hitch 3 Connect Hydraulic Hoses 4 Connect Electrical Harnesses 3 Way Electric Control Harness Option Raven SCS 450 Only Harness Option Raven SCS 450/CR7 - ISO Bus Harness Option...
  • Page 28 • Diaphragm pump 40 l/min exceed the allowable capacity of the sprayer The Prairie Special 2500 - 3000L Sprayer Goldacres. and towing vehicle. • Boom function requirements. can be fitted with an ISO BUS Control...
  • Page 29 If a tractor is not ISO BUS compliant, display mountings are available. tractor and sprayer: Goldacres offer the option of a cabin 1 Fit In-Cab Controllers & Harnesses. wiring kit to enable this functionality. 2 Connect the Drawbar & Hitch.
  • Page 30 Sprayer, Tractor & Controls - Connect Ram Mount Bracket Mount Optional In-cab Raven SCS 450 Controller. In-cab Ram mount & Bracket mount options. Manual Hitch Jack. In-Cab Control Options Sprayer Control Console It is important all in-cabin units are mounted in 2 Connect Drawbar &...
  • Page 31 Connect - Sprayer, Tractor & Controls Ensure the drawbar pin & safety chains are fitted and Hydraulic Hose Connectors. Each hydraulic hose is tagged for easy recognition - CASE Tail Light Connector. locked in position. DRN & LOAD SENSE hose tags shown above. 5 Ensure the drawbar pin is locked in 3 Connect Hydraulic Hoses To Connect the Hydraulic Hoses:...
  • Page 32 Sprayer, Tractor & Controls - Connect 3 Way Electric Control Harness Option - Manual Pressure Regulation (2500L Special only) Electric Control Box GA5060231 DRAWBAR POINT Sprayer connector Control Goldacres (7 pin trailer plug) GA5060231 Fuse 15A Down Master Pressure Sections...
  • Page 33 Connect - Sprayer, Tractor & Controls Raven SCS 450 Only Harness Option Raven 450 (SF ONLY) MAGNETS (x2) GA5075833 RAVEN SCS 450 CONSOLE RED, BLACK Kit, Speed sensor 0630171791 GA5075872 5 section, Pump RPM, and sensor cable suit drive shaft 0630171220 GA5075860 6 section, No Pump RPM, 0630159730 Teejet 3-way valve...
  • Page 34 Sprayer, Tractor & Controls - Connect Raven SCS 450/CR7 - ISO Bus Harness Option Raven SCS 450 with ISO Bus (SF ONLY) GA3000200 Display, ISO bus Universal Terminal, CR7, RAM Raven Mount - optional GA3000198 Electrical harness, suit CR7 ISO VT basic, 1157300092, Raven, optional DRAWBAR POINT ISO Bus connector on Cabin...
  • Page 35 Connect - Sprayer, Tractor & Controls 7 Switch Console Harness Option BATTERY POWER (1) GA3000508, HARNESS H.C. POWER (3) BATTERY POWER (1) Switched LABEL: H: 3 H.C. POWER H.C. GROUND (15) LABEL: H: 86 IGNITION LABEL: H: 27 IGNITION IGN TRIGGER (11) GA4903721, SWITCH BOX SUIT BASIC 3PL SPECIAL LABEL: LABEL:...
  • Page 36 Sprayer, Tractor & Controls - Connect Important sliding shaft overlap information for fitting Wide Important joint operating information for Wide Angle PTO Angle PTO shafts. shafts. 5 Fit the PTO Shaft Option Maximum PTO Operating Length Maximum PTO Joint Operation To Adjust PTO Shaft Length Maximum PTO Operating Length must be When travelling forwards, the point at which...
  • Page 37 Connect - Sprayer, Tractor & Controls To Fit a PTO Shaft To Remove a PTO Shaft 1 Ensure the tractor engine is Off. 1 Ensure the tractor engine is Off. 2 Press in the locking pin and simultaneously 2 Detach the PTO safety chains. push PTO shaft onto pump or tractor PTO 3 Press in the locking pin and simultaneously splined shaft until the pin engages.
  • Page 38 Sprayer, Tractor & Controls - Connect Details of Rowcrop Hitch Assembly Turntable Hitch Swivel Assembly IMPORTANT: GREASE DAILY Transport Towbar - for transport only use Optional Rowcrop Hitch connected to a tractor with hitch jacks in fold-up away position. 7 Rotate the hitch jack handles anti- clockwise to fully raise the hitch jack bases.
  • Page 39 Setting Up – Preparation for Use 4 - Setting Up – Preparation for Use Prairie Special Controls In-Cab Controls Seven Switch Console Option Pre-Set the Raven SCS 450 Controller Option To Pre-Set the SCS 450 Preset/Calibration Touch Button Summary Data Menu Display Data Menu Settings Pre-Set Raven ISO BUS System Option Data Recording...
  • Page 40 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Left Tilt Right Tilt Boom Boom Fence Height Up Fold In Jet LHS Optional Three Way Solenoid Electric Control. Optional In-cab Raven SCS 450 Controller. Prairie Special Controls Seven Switch Console Option Left Tilt Right Tilt Boom Boom...
  • Page 41 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Operating’ ‘ toggle switches ‘Display’ screen ‘Pre-Set/CAL’ Press the ‘CE’ touch button, repeatedly, until the desired unit of measure appears eg, SI (HECTARES). Press the ENTER touch button & ‘CAL SP 1-WHEEL DRIVE’ is displayed touch buttons (see above) 3 Press the ‘CE’...
  • Page 42 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Press the appropriate ‘NUMBER’ touch buttons to enter the 1st Boom Section Alteratively, if using a radar Speed sensor, select ‘SP 2-RADAR’ (shown above). Press the ‘BOOM CAL’ touch button, then press the ENTER touch button and Width value eg, ‘500’...
  • Page 43 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Section Details of a 24m Boom Section Details of a 24m Boom with Broadacre Plumbing with Centreline Plumbing Section Nozzle Section Section Nozzle Section Number Spacing Nozzles Width Number Spacing Nozzles Width (L to R) (mm) (cm) (L to R)
  • Page 44 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) to save the entered value and Press the appropriate ‘NUMBER’ touch buttons (shown above) to enter the 3rd Press the ENTER touch button and ‘CAL BOOM 4 CAL E’ will be displayed Boom Section Width value eg, ‘400’...
  • Page 45 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) to save the entered value and Press the appropriate ‘NUMBER’ touch buttons (shown above) to enter the 5th Press the ‘SPEED CAL’ touch button (shown above) to display ‘CAL BOOM 3 Boom Section Width value eg, ‘500’...
  • Page 46 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Press the ENTER touch button and ‘CAL BOOM 2 CAL E’ will be displayed Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) to save the entered value then Flow Meter located on top to the boom centre section (shown above). (shown below) press the ‘METER CAL’...
  • Page 47 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Press the ENTER touch button to save the entered value, then press the ‘VALVE Press the appropriate ‘NUMBER’ touch buttons (shown above) to enter the Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) and RATE 1 CAL E’ will be CAL’...
  • Page 48 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) to save the entered value, then Press the appropriate touch buttons (shown above) to enter Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) and RATE 2 CAL E’ will be press the ‘RATE 2 CAL’...
  • Page 49 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) to save the entered value, then press Press the ‘SELF TEST touch button to display ‘CAL SELF TEST 0.0’ (shown above), Press the appropriate touch buttons (shown above) to enter the current then press ENTER (shown above) to display ‘CAL SELF TEST E’...
  • Page 50 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) to save the entered value, then press the SPEED’ touch button (shown above) to verify the vehicle’s simulated speed. To Change Pre-Set/Calibration Values: 4 Press the ENTER touch button to save the Preset/Calibration Touch Button Summary (shown above)
  • Page 51 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Press the ‘TOTAL AREA’ touch button (shown above) to display total area of Press the ‘FIELD AREA’ touch button (shown above) to display application field Press the ‘DISTANCE’ touch button (shown above) to display DISTANCE travelled. application.
  • Page 52 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Press the ‘DATA MENU’, then ‘ARROW’ touch buttons to display desired alarm. Press ‘DATA MENU’, then ‘ARROW’ touch buttons for ‘RATE CHANGE ALARM ON’. Press ‘DATA MENU’, then ‘ARROW’ touch buttons for ‘BAUD RATE 9600’,then press Press the ‘CE’...
  • Page 53 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Press ‘DATA MENU’ & ‘ARROW’ touch buttons for ‘DATA LOG TRIGGER UNITS METER’. Press ‘DATA MENU’ & ‘ARROW’ touch buttons for ‘PRESS TO ENTER CAL PRESSURE’, Press ‘DATA MENU’ & ‘ARROW’ touch buttons for ‘HIGH PWM OFFSET 253’ and follow Press ‘CE’...
  • Page 54 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Press ‘DATA MENU’ & ‘ARROW’ touch buttons for ‘LOW PWM OFFSET 1, and follow Press ‘DATA MENU’ & ‘ARROW’ touch buttons for ‘LOW PWM OFFSET 1’, then press Press ‘DATA MENU’ & ‘ARROW’ touch buttons to display ‘TIER 1 MAX RATE’, then press instructions below.
  • Page 55 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Speed (km/h) Auto / Manual Mode Touch Button Rates (L/ha) - Target Rate & Actual Rate ISOBUS Universal Boom Master Toggle Terminal Symbol Switch Flow Rate (l/min) Rate 1 Touch Button Pump RPM Rate 2 Touch Button Boom Pressure (kPa) Boom Tier Status - Volume Applied (L)
  • Page 56 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Boom Product Alarms Diagnostics Information Section Details of a 24m Boom with Broadacre Section Details of a 24m Boom with Centreline Settings Settings Settings Plumbing Plumbing Section Nozzle Number of Section Section Nozzle Number of Section Number Spacing...
  • Page 57 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Press the ‘Sprayer’ touch button to select it. Enter the number of boom sections, then press the ‘Next’ Press the ‘Section 1’ touch button to enter the width of Repeat step 12 to enter the width of each section 2 - 5, touch button to enter boom section widths.
  • Page 58 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Check ‘Liquid’ is displayed in ‘Control Type’. Press the ‘Valve Press the ‘Fast Close’ touch button to select it. Press the ‘Valve Cal 2’ touch button. Press the appropriate touch buttons to set the ‘Valve Cal 2’ Cal’...
  • Page 59 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Press the ‘Feature Settings’ touch button and a ‘Feature Press ‘Display Smoothing’ touch button to activate Display Feature Settings screen with ‘Rate # 1’ & ‘Rate # 2 values Press the ‘Tank Fill Config’ touch button. Settings’...
  • Page 60 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Press the ‘Low Tank’ touch button to enter the ‘Low Tank’ Press the ‘Alarms’ touch button to access the Alarms A ‘Tick’ appears when an ‘Alarm’ is enabled. Press each Press touch buttons ‘Max Pressure’, ‘Low Supply Pressure’ alarm value, eg, 250 litres.
  • Page 61 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Press the ‘Low Limit Pressure’ touch button to enter the Press the ‘Setting’ touch button on the ‘Home’ screen to Press the desired ‘Zero’ touch buttons on the ‘Totals Data’ Press the ‘Diagnostics’ touch button to access the Low Limit Pressure.
  • Page 62 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Product Controller System Information screen. Illustration showing axle clamps & minimum 1600mm wheel track setting. Illustration showing axle clamps & maximum 2000mm wheel track setting. The following Information may also be used Wheel Track Settings 3 Ensure the boom is fully closed before 8 Undo &...
  • Page 63 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Check Boom Settings Boom Centre Section Goldacres unique TriTech boom suspension system provides three directional suspension: The TriTech boom centre section comprises The Prairie Special can be fitted with 12, 15, • Pitch Suspension two components - a Paralift rear and a boom 18, 21 &...
  • Page 64 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Pitch Roll Goldacres’ TriTech booms feature a unique three directional suspension system. Refer to Chapter 7 ‘Boom Settings’ for further information & any necessary boom adjustments. GA9500070 REV 00 JANUARY 2025...
  • Page 65 Setting Up – Preparation for Use Pre-Set SCS 450 Record Sheet - Photocopy this page to record ‘Pre-Set’ values for future reference or contacting service technician. Pre-Set/CAL Touch Buttons - SCS 450 Contoller Pre-Set/CAL Touch Buttons - SCS 450 Contoller UNITS OF MEASURE SI (HECTARES) SI (HECTARES)
  • Page 66 Preparation for Use – Setting Up Pre-Set SCS 450 Record Sheet - Photocopy this page to record ‘Pre-Set’ values for future reference or contacting service technician. Pre-Set/CAL Touch Buttons - SCS 450 Contoller Pre-Set/CAL Touch Buttons - SCS 450 Contoller UNITS OF MEASURE SI (HECTARES) SI (HECTARES)
  • Page 67 Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates 5 - Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates 67 Sprayer Calibration Calibration Procedure 1 Application Rate Required 2 Calculate Required Nozzle Output 3 Nozzle Selection 4 Controller Set-Up 5 Test Actual Sprayer Output To Do the Jug Test - 3 Way Solenoid Electric Control Option 72 To Do the Jug Test - Raven SCS 450 Control Option To Do the Jug Test - CR7/Universal Control Option...
  • Page 68 Ensure you have selected the nozzle which best suit the application to avoid any may result. problems. If you have any further questions, Goldacres recommends that you contact your nozzle supplier or your Goldacres dealer for additional information. GA9500070 REV 00 JANUARY 2025...
  • Page 69 Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates AIXR APPLICATION CHART CAPACITY l/ha 50 cm DROP LERAP ONE NOZZLE SIZE RATINGS IN L/MIN km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h — 0.34 81.6 68.0 58.3 51.0 40.8 34.0 25.5 22.7 20.4 —...
  • Page 70 Set & Check Application Rates – Calibration Move the ‘POWER’ toggle switch to On position to start the SCS 450 Controller. Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) and RATE 1 CAL E’ will be Press the ENTER touch button (shown above) to save the entered value, then displayed (shown below).
  • Page 71 Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates Press the appropriate touch buttons (shown above) to enter RATE 2’ value, eg, 80 (l/ha) (shown below). Press the ‘Settings’ touch button to enter application rates. Press the ‘Featured Settings’ touch button. To Enter Values for Optional Raven CR7/Universal Terminal: 8 Press the ‘ENTER’...
  • Page 72 & press the ‘Home’ touch button to return to the Home screen. toggle switch OFF & ON. pressure being delivered at the nozzle. Goldacres part number GA5077983 (suitable gauge mount) is available for attaching a gauge to nozzle body bayonet fittings (gauge not included).
  • Page 73 Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates Press ‘SELF TEST’ touch button & enter normal sprayer operating speed, eg, 20 km/hr. Move BOOMS ‘ON/OFF’ switches to ON & move the FLOW CONTOL toggle switch to ‘MANUAL’. Move ‘MASTER ON/OFF’ ON to start spraying. Before measuring nozzle outputs, check for both air &...
  • Page 74 Set & Check Application Rates – Calibration Place the measuring jug under one nozzle to collect nozzle output for exactly 1 Before measuring nozzle outputs, check for both air & liquid plumbing leaks, Press the ‘Automatic/Manual’ touch button on the Home screen to change the minute, then remove it.
  • Page 75 Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates Press the ‘A’ touch button to set the application rate, eg, 100 l/ha. Before measuring nozzle outputs, check for both air & liquid plumbing leaks, Place the measuring jug under one nozzle to collect nozzle output for exactly 1 kinked or obstructed hoses and good nozzle spray patterns.
  • Page 76 Set & Check Application Rates – Calibration Illustration of the RapidFlow and RapidFire nozzle technologies. Check Boom Width & Boom Section Width values saved in the optional Raven The Flow Meter, located on top of the boom centre section, should regularly SCS 450 Controller or other controller options (if fitted).
  • Page 77 Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates The Boom Flow Regulating Valve should regularly checked & calibrated. [3] is the ‘Ramping Onto Rate’ (allowable overshoot of set 3 Regulator Valve Record All Data For Future Reference rate). The range is 1 – 10. The Boom Flow Regulating Valve or Flow Control Valve (used to Record the set-up and calibration data on a work sheet similar The valve speed can be adjusted to increase or decrease the...
  • Page 78 1.37 91.3 82.2 1.94 AIXR11006 2.37 2.74 (50) 3.06 — 3.35 — 1.82 — 2.58 AIXR11008 — 3.16 — 3.65 (50) — 4.08 Set & Check Application Rates – Calibration — 4.47 1073 — 2.28 — 3.23 — 3.95 AIXR11010 —...
  • Page 79 1.37 91.3 82.2 1.94 AIXR11006 2.37 2.74 (50) 3.06 — 3.35 — 1.82 — 2.58 AIXR11008 — 3.16 — 3.65 (50) — 4.08 Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates — 4.47 1073 — 2.28 — 3.23 — 3.95 AIXR11010 —...
  • Page 80 Set & Check Application Rates – Calibration Nozzle Accuracy & Nozzle Output (Jug Test): Calibration/Application Work Sheets Field Name/No: ........... Thoroughly check nozzles & test actual output of each nozzle: Measured Boom Section Widths & No of Nozzles: Crop sprayed: ..........•...
  • Page 81 Calibration – Set & Check Application Rates Nozzle Accuracy & Nozzle Output (Jug Test): Calibration/Application Work Sheets Field Name/No: ........... Thoroughly check nozzles & test actual output of each nozzle: Measured Boom Section Widths & No of Nozzles: Crop sprayed: ..........•...
  • Page 82 Set & Check Application Rates – Calibration Nozzle Accuracy & Nozzle Output (Jug Test): Calibration/Application Work Sheets Field Name/No: ........... Thoroughly check nozzles & test actual output of each nozzle: Measured Boom Section Widths & No of Nozzles: Crop sprayed: ..........•...
  • Page 83 Operation – Ready to Spray 6 - Operation – Ready to Spray Pre-Operation Check Main Tank Agitation To Spray Using 3 Way Solenoid Control Option Start-Up Starting & Stopping the Prairie Special To Spray Using Raven SCS 450 Contoller Option To Spray Using Raven CR7/Universal PC1 ISO Bus Option 7 Switch Console Boom Folding/Unfolding Option Unfolding the Boom...
  • Page 84 Ready to Spray – Operation Prairie Special 2500-3000L O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L M Y 2 5 Prairie Special 2500 - 3000L Trailed Sprayer Operator’s Manual. Check the suction filter is clean. Check tyre inflation and wheel nuts.
  • Page 85 Operation – Ready to Spray Ensure the Prairie Special Series 2 meets your state vehicle height & width Lighting around the Prairie Special at night needs to be sufficient for all labels and restrictions before driving on roads. warnings on the machine to be clearly visible to an operator. Machine Transit Safety Overhead Power Lines Night Spraying...
  • Page 86 Ready to Spray – Operation Spray pressure gauge - located at the front the Prairie Special 2500 - 3000L. Optional 3 Way Solenoid Electric Control. Optional In-cab Raven SCS 450 Controller. Start-Up Starting & Stopping the Prairie Special To Shut-Down the Prairie Special: 1 Bring the Prairie Special 2500 - 3000L to a complete Follow instructions for starting, driving, stopping &...
  • Page 87 Operation – Ready to Spray The optional 7 Switch Boom Console which can be fitted for boom folding and Use the ‘Boom Height UP’ switch to lift the boom from its rests, then the ‘Boom Press the ‘Boom Height UP’ switch to lift the boom to full height, then the ‘Boom unfolding functions.
  • Page 88 Ready to Spray – Operation The optional ‘Fence Jet’ switch (when fitted) is used to individually switch On & Use the ‘Left Tilt UP’ & ‘Right Tilt UP’ switches to lift boom ends as required. Use Switch Boom ‘SECTIONS’ ON & ‘MASTER ON/OFF’ ON for the Standard 3 Way Off the Left &...
  • Page 89 Operation – Ready to Spray Lubrication & Maintenance – Service During the first 8 hours of operation, check wheel (shown Check pump oil level. Check the tank restraining straps - front (shown above). Check pump & other mounting bolts. above) & other retaining nuts frequently - until fully imbedded. First 8 Hours Of Operation 2 Fluids &...
  • Page 90 Ready to Spray – Operation Filling Station - see next page for details. The 2” Clean Fill inlet with camlock cap fitted. Use good quality suction hose and fittings. Suction & Delivery Lines Clean Fill Inlet Filling the Sprayer Water Source The Clean Fill Inlet must be used only with Use good quality suction hose and fittings that A clean external water source is required to fill...
  • Page 91 Operation – Ready to Spray Hand Wash Inlet & Soap Dispenser Fresh Water Tank (20 litres) Hand Wash Clean Fill Valve & Inlet - Connect 2” external hose here Main Tank Drain Outlet & Valve - Open/Close Pressure Venturi Dual Chemical Transfer Main Tank...
  • Page 92 Refit the soap dispenser. • Close all Pressure Manifold valves Never fill the hand wash tank with dirty or contaminated Goldacres pre-sets its release pressure to water. Always use fresh clean water to fill the tank. • Shut all Controller solenoid valves 690 kPa (110 psi).
  • Page 93 Operation – Ready to Spray Turn the Three-way Red Handle ball valve (top of the suction Chemical Induction Hopper in raised/transport position. To lower the Chemical Induction Hopper, first remove the filter) to draw from the Main tank (arrow pointing forwards). hopper safety pin &...
  • Page 94 Ready to Spray – Operation Release the hopper lid latch & open the lid. Turn the Three-way Red Handle ball valve (top of the suction Open the ‘Agitator’ valve (located on the pressure manifold) Open the Mixing jet valve on the left hand side of the filter) to draw from the Main tank (arrow pointing forwards).
  • Page 95 Operation – Ready to Spray Turn the ‘Bypass’ valve to Off position. Remove the Camlock cap and connect a Chemical Probe Close the Mixing jet valve on the left hand side of the Chemical Probe Inlet with Camlock cap fitted on the right hopper on completion of transfer.
  • Page 96 Ready to Spray – Operation Open the Venturi Valve (Pressure Manifold) and open the Turn the ‘Bypass’ valve to Off position. On completion of rinsing, close the Probe valve. Disconnect the Micromatic coupler from the chemical Chemical Probe Inlet valve. source.
  • Page 97 Operation – Ready to Spray Open the Venturi Valve on the Pressure Manifold. Hopper Drum Rinse Nozzle. Turn ‘Bypass’ valve to Off & the Three-way Red Handle ball valve to draw from the Rinse tank a) To Use the Drum Rinse Nozzle 5 Open the Venturi Valve on the Pressure Hopper Drum Rinse Function 7 Place the opening of the empty chemical...
  • Page 98 Ready to Spray – Operation Turn the Three-way Red Handle ball valve to draw from the Optional 3 Way Solenoid Electric Control. Raise the Chemical Induction Hopper to transport position. Main tank & turn the Bypass valve to On position. To Agitate While Stationary: Raise Chemical Induction Main Tank Agitation...
  • Page 99 Operation – Ready to Spray Switch Boom ‘SECTIONS’ ON and ‘MASTER ON to start Press the ‘Fence Jet’ switch to start & stop fenceline nozzle Press ‘Left Tilt UP DOWN’ & ‘Right Tilt UP’ switches to raise boom nozzles spraying. spraying as required.
  • Page 100 Ready to Spray – Operation Optional In-cab Raven SCS 450 Controller. Push On each of the ‘BOOMS’ section toggle switches, then the ‘MASTER’ toggle switch to start spraying. To Spray Using Raven SCS Press the ‘Fence Jet’ switch to start & stop fenceline nozzle spraying as required.
  • Page 101 Operation – Ready to Spray Optional In-cab Raven CR7 Controller. ‘Home’ screen of optional Raven CR7/PC1 ISO BUS Terminal. Press the ‘Fence Jet’ switch to start & stop fenceline nozzle Push Up the ‘Boom Master’ toggle switch’ to start spraying. spraying as required.
  • Page 102 Ready to Spray – Operation The Rinse Tank (200 litres) must be filled with clean water to Close each boom section valve after flushing chemical from Rotate the Three-way Red Handle ball valve (top of suction do the Quick Boom Rinse. the boom line to continue flushing nozzles.
  • Page 103 Operation – Ready to Spray Turn the Three-way Red Handle ball valve (top of the suction Open the Tank drain ball valve to safely & completely drain Open the ‘Sump Hose Drain Valve’, & lower it to completely After rinsate is drained from the tank, close the ‘Main Tank filter) to draw from the Main tank (arrow pointing forwards).
  • Page 104 Ready to Spray – Operation Check the Three-way Red Handle ball valve is set to draw With the ‘Bypass’ valve Off, close all manifold valves to After flushing each boom section, close the end valve and from the Main tank & and Bypass valve is On. allow fresh water to flush the nozzles.
  • Page 105 Operation – Ready to Spray Lower Chemical Mixing Hopper & open the lid to add an Open the ‘Transfer’ valve (at the base of the hopper) to Open the Tank drain ball valve to safely & completely drain transfer chemical mixture to the Main tank. the Main Tank.
  • Page 106 Ready to Spray – Operation Unscrew and remove the end caps from each filter and Loosen filter bowls slowly. Be aware some residual liquids allow liquid to drain out. may dribble out. To Remove & Clean the Pressure Flush the Spray System with Pressure Filter Cleaning 5 Fully unscrew the filter bowl nut and Filters:...
  • Page 107 Operation – Ready to Spray Suction Filter located right hand side of the Pressure Rotate the ‘Three-way Red Handle’ ball valve (top of filter)’ to To empty the Rinse Tank, open the drain valve on the LHS Manifold. Off position to close-off any liquid from the Main Tank. of the sprayer and allow the water to drain out.
  • Page 108 Ready to Spray – Operation Rotate the jack down, then & wind the handle to raise the At end of season, thoroughly clean & apply desired hitch until weight is taken off the tractor. protectants to the sprayer for storage. To Disconnect the Sprayer from the End of Day End of Season...
  • Page 109 Operation – Ready to Spray Ensure all safety precautions are observed when Transcal volumetric measuring system option. transporting the sprayer. To Operate Transcal Sprayer Transportation 3 Make sure the sprayer is securely hitched Transcal Fill Option to the tractor. 1 Remove the Camlock plug and connect Ensure all safety precautions are observed The Transcal volumetric measuring system the chemical probe line or the Micromatic...
  • Page 110 Ready to Spray – Operation Transcal Tank Overfill 6 OPEN the chemical probe valve at the 10 Place the probe in the chemical drum and 3 With the Transcal T-handle on the Transcal Transcal station. open the valve on the chemical probe or station to OFF (wear appropriate safety In the event of over-filling of the Transcal connect the Micromatic fitting to the outlet...
  • Page 111 Operation – Ready to Spray Transfer Chemical Without When finished: Transfering Chemical to the 4 The chemical will now transfer from the Measuring chemical drum into the main sprayer, 1 The Transcal tank and probe or Micromatic Main Tank bypassing the Transcal. coupler should be thoroughly rinsed (refer Chemical can be transferred from the After required amount of chemical is in the...
  • Page 112 Ready to Spray – Operation To Rinse the Micromatic Line: Transcal Rinse Procedures 7 The fresh water should now transfer to the 7 When there has been sufficient cleaning Transcal tank and then into the Main tank with fresh water (at least 5 minutes of 1 Connect the Micromatic coupler to the To Rinse the Chemical Probe Line: - cleaning lines from the chemical probe to...
  • Page 113 Operation – Ready to Spray To Rinse the Transcal Tank: To Vent the Transcal Tank: Foam Marker Option 3 Connect the fresh water fill hose to the quick-fill coupling. 1 Keep both the sprayer pump and Transcal 1 Turn OFF the venturi. Follow the operating instructions below.
  • Page 114 15 Regularly inspect the foam marker lines, to 2 Open the needle valve several turns more foam concentrate tank empties: Goldacres foam concentrate. ensure they are free of foreign matter. than the previous setting. If the foam concentrate tank empties, it will...
  • Page 115 Boom Settings – Service 7 - Boom Settings – Service Delta Boom Functions 1 Smiling Forward Setting 2 Tilt Angle Setting 3 Yaw Adjustment 4 Tilt Arm Guides 5 3-Way Tip Breakaway 6 Boom Folding Alignment 7 Boom Cable Settings 8 Stainless Steel Protection Plates 9 Boom Centre Levelling 10 Boom Limit Height Setting...
  • Page 116 Service – Boom Settings 3000 litre Prairie Special fitted with 24m Delta boom & Rowcrop 3 point linkage hitch option. Goldacres Delta Boom Paralift system Hydraulic Fold Boom Balance Delta Boom Functions The Paralift moves with the sprayer but the...
  • Page 117 Boom Settings – Service Run a string line in-line with the lower boom pivots on the under side of the centre section 50mm Measure 50mm to the front edge of the lower boom inner chord See instructions & illustration below On level ground, engage tractor park brake, chock wheels &...
  • Page 118 Service – Boom Settings 1st Wing Section 2nd Wing Section Breakaway End Pivot Pivot Pivot Paralift Centre Section Adjust 30-50mm forward of 1st section Adjust 50mm forward of centre section 24 metre Boom: Plan view of right hand side boom wing & the ‘Smiling Forward’ adjustment points (Pivot A & B). To Adjust 2nd Wing Sections: To adjust the boom rearward, loosen the 2 Cable adjusters and boom stopper bolts...
  • Page 119 Boom Settings – Service 1st Wing Section 2nd Wing Section Breakaway End Pivot Pivot Pivot Boom Support Paralift Centre Section Adjust 30mm upward of centre section Adjust 30mm upward of 1st section 24 metre Boom: Rear view of right hand side boom wing Tilt Angle adjustment points (Pivot A & B). Use a solid boom support under 2nd wing section for tilt adjustment. To Adjust 1st Section of RH Wing: 2 Tilt Angle Setting 2 The 1st wing section adjustment brings...
  • Page 120 Service – Boom Settings 1st Wing Section 2nd Wing Section Breakaway End Pivot Pivot Pivot Boom Support Paralift Centre Section Adjust 30mm upward of centre section Adjust 30mm upward of 1st section 24 metre Boom: Rear view of right hand side boom wing Tilt Angle adjustment points (Pivot A & B). Use a solid boom support under 2nd wing section for tilt adjustment. To Adjust 2nd Section of RH Wing: 2 The second wing section adjustment 4 With the boom section safely supported,...
  • Page 121 Boom Settings – Service Springs & dampers (on each side of boom centre section) Spring tension adjustment (located each side in the boom Three Way Tip Breakaway mechanism of the Delta boom. used to align & control Yaw movement. centre section) used for Yaw tension. To Adjust Yaw Tension: 3 Yaw Adjustment 4 Tilt Arm Guides...
  • Page 122 Service – Boom Settings 160mm Adjust turnbuckle Tighten or loosen eyebolt locknut to achieve 1-2mm gap between 1-2mm Gap spring coils 3-Way wing Tip Breakaway mechanism. Distance from centre of closest retaining bolt of the boom Adjust turnbuckle so Pivot Bolt ‘A’ & Pivot Bolt ‘B’ centre to Tighten or loosen the spring eyebolt locknut to achieve end plate must be 160mm.
  • Page 123 Boom Settings – Service Regularly lubricate the 3-Way Breakaway mechanism. 3000 litre Prairie special with 3 point linkage hitch & 24m ‘Diagram A’ - Add or subtract shims to the lower pivot point Add or subtract shims to both upper & lower cable drum boom to raise or lower the boom as required.
  • Page 124 Service – Boom Settings 3mm Gap Release locknuts Rotate clockwise to shorten & anti-clockwise to lengthen cable 3mm Gap Turnbuckle cable adjuster used to tension each boom When completed, retighten the locknuts of the cable swivel Reset cable spring tensions by adjusting the turnbuckle Ensure inside boom &...
  • Page 125 Boom Settings – Service Loosen the bolt & nut clamping the top centre level support Undo the adjuster locknuts and adjust the support to raise From behind the sprayer, watch if one side of the boom tilts Adjust the Boom Limit Height Setting (located on LHS of the boom centre section) to set minimum boom height.
  • Page 126 Service – Boom Settings Hydraulic Speed Valve located under the rear of the chassis near the gas accumulators 11 Speed Control Valve The Hydraulic Speed Control Valve (located under the rear chassis near the gas accumulators) is used to control the speed of lowering the boom only.
  • Page 127 Lubrication & Maintenance – Service 8 - Lubrication & Maintenance – Service Pre-Operation Checklist Service Parts Maintenance Filters First 8 Hours Of Operation Lubricants 1 Torque Settings Service Instructions 2 Fluids & Lubrication Pressure Relief Valve 3 Tank Retaining Straps Wheel Bearings 4 Pump Mounting Bolts Filter Maintenance...
  • Page 128 Check tension of tank straps • Check all fasteners are tight Goldacres recommends a multi-purpose grease should be used for all grease lubrication. Make sure all open-end bearings are lubricated their full length by forcing lubricant into them until it begins to appear at the sides.
  • Page 129 Lubrication & Maintenance – Service During the first 8 hours of operation, check wheel (shown Check pump oil level. Check the tank restraining straps - front (shown above). Check pump & other mounting bolts. above) & other retaining nuts frequently - until fully imbedded. First 8 Hours Of Operation 2 Fluids &...
  • Page 130 Service – Lubrication & Maintenance Maintenance Schedule - First 50 Hours Chassis 50 Hours Pumps 50 Hours Booms 50 Hours Tow Eye Bolts Pump - Zeta 140 & Zeta Boom Alignment Check Check Check Pull Mounting bolts Pump - Oil Boom Level Check Check...
  • Page 131 Lubrication & Maintenance – Service Ongoing Maintenance Schedule Ongoing Maintenance Schedule cont. Chassis 10 Hr 50 Hr 250 Hr 500 Hr 750 Hr 1000 Hr Pumps 10 Hr 50 Hr 250 Hr 500 Hr 750 Hr 1000 Hr Daily Weekly 3 Month 6 Month 9 Month...
  • Page 132 Service – Lubrication & Maintenance Ongoing Maintenance Schedule cont. Wheels & 10 Hr 50 Hr 250 Hr 500 Hr 750 Hr 1000 Hr Booms 10 Hr 50 Hr 250 Hr 500 Hr 750 Hr 1000 Hr Daily Weekly 3 Month 6 Month 9 Month 1Year...
  • Page 133 Lubrication & Maintenance – Service Service Parts Filters Part Number Description Quantity Required GA5077394 Filter Screen, 80 Mesh, SS & Polypropylene GA5077395 Filter Screen, 100 Mesh, SS & Polypropylene GA5076780 Filter Screen 50 mesh, 1½” Suction Pressure Relief Valve located on the pressure manifold. To Check or Alter Pressure Relief Service Instructions Lubricants...
  • Page 134 Service – Lubrication & Maintenance Chock opposite wheel of the sprayer before raising the Recommended wheel nut torque tension is 320 ft/lb. Chock opposite wheel of the sprayer before raising the other wheel off the ground. other wheel off the ground. 16 Place hub back onto axle and fill the Changing Wheels Wheel Bearings...
  • Page 135 To Refit a Wheel stable foundation under the sprayer axle - sprayer. All tyres used on Goldacres sprayers have 1 Check the sprayer is stable with both jack between two axle bolts near the wheel to 8 Carefully lower the sprayer slowly with the been designed to carry the maximum loaded &...
  • Page 136 Service – Lubrication & Maintenance Suction Filter located right hand side of the Pressure Rotate the ‘Three-way Red Handle’ ball valve (top of filter)’ to Manifold. Off position to close-off any liquid from the Main Tank. Suction Filters 5 Unscrew the filter bowl collar, then remove High road speeds &...
  • Page 137 12 Axle frame mounting. remove the filter bowl. Always ensure pressure filter and screen are Goldacres apply G15 anti corrosion spray clean & in good condition. Filters & screens Be careful of any chemical and avoid any 13 Breakaway hinges & boom end protectors.
  • Page 138 Service – Lubrication & Maintenance 1 Chassis & Hopper Grease Points Lubrication Legend: M = Manual Greasing R = Remote Grease Bank or AXLE A = Automatic (option if fitted) 50hrs End boom section lubrication points. 50hrs Boom Lubrication Refer to ‘Grease Points’ shown on the following pages.
  • Page 139 Lubrication & Maintenance – Service 2 Paralift Grease Points Lubrication Legend: M = Manual Greasing R = Remote Grease Bank or 8hrs A = Automatic (option if fitted) 8hrs 8hrs 8hrs PARALIFT ARMS (Top & Bottom) LIFT CYLINDERS LUBRICATION SCHEDULE - PRAIRIE SPECIAL 3000 litre GA9500070 REV 00 JANUARY 2025...
  • Page 140 Service – Lubrication & Maintenance 3 Boom Centre Section Grease Points 8hrs 8hrs 8hrs 8hrs 8hrs 8hrs BOOM CABLE FOLD CYLINDERS AND MOUNTS UPPER DELTA LINKS (BOTH SIDES) 8hrs DETAIL A LOWER DELTA LINKS AND TILT ARM PINS 8hrs 8hrs 8hrs Lubrication Legend: BOOM PIVOT HINGE...
  • Page 141 Lubrication & Maintenance – Service 4 Wing Section Grease Points BREAKAWAY DETAIL 8hrs 8hrs BI-FOLD LINKAGE DETAIL DETAIL A OIL DAILY 8hrs LUBRICATION SCHEDULE - PRAIRIE SPECIAL 3000 litre Lubrication Legend: M = Manual Greasing R = Remote Grease Bank or A = Automatic (option if fitted) GA9500070 REV 00 JANUARY 2025...
  • Page 142 Service – Lubrication & Maintenance Wheel speed sensor & magnets are fitted to the right hand side sprayer wheel. To Calibrate Ground Drive ‘SPEED CAL’: Wheel Speed Sensor Ground Drive ‘SPEED CAL’ 6 Measure the distance (cm) from the ground starting mark to the stopping A wheel speed sensor &...
  • Page 143 Trouble Shooting – Fast Tracking Problems 9 - Trouble Shooting – Fast Tracking Problems 145 Trouble Shooting Preface Spray Pump - Diaphragm Booms Spray Nozzles Wing Adjustment Induction Hopper Tanks, Chassis & Wheels Flow Meter Chemical Probe Universal Terminal (Raven CR7) GA9500070 REV 00 JANUARY 2025...
  • Page 144 To ensure that you receive the best possible service, it is recommended that you exhaust all Blocked filters of Check and clean all pressure and nozzle filters. applicable troubleshooting solutions shown in this chapter prior to calling your dealer, or Goldacres nozzles The pressure on...
  • Page 145 Trouble Shooting – Fast Tracking Problems Booms Spray Nozzles PROBLEM COMMON CAUSES COMMON SOLUTION PROBLEM COMMON CAUSES COMMON SOLUTION Check for blockages by removing the Inner and outer wing nozzle, rinsing thoroughly with water and are not in line with Stopper bolt holding Adjust the boom stopper bolt cleaning with compressed air.
  • Page 146 Fast Tracking Problems – Trouble Shooting Induction Hopper Flow Meter PROBLEM COMMON CAUSES COMMON SOLUTION PROBLEM COMMON CAUSES COMMON SOLUTION Incorrect console Re-calibrate console Insufficient flow to venturi Check minimum pressure supplied to the calibration in the hopper bottom hopper is 550 kPa (80 PSI). Induction hopper is not performing as Inconsistent ground...
  • Page 147 Trouble Shooting – Fast Tracking Problems Flow Meter cont. +5V DC Keyway PROBLEM COMMON CAUSES COMMON SOLUTION 10 O’Clock Power 2 O’Clock Ground Replace control valve. +5V DC Faulty cable Control valve has Temporary solution - Remove the motor failed Faulty valve 6 O’Clock Signal from the 3 way ball valve &...
  • Page 148 Fast Tracking Problems – Trouble Shooting Chemical Probe Universal Terminal (Raven CR7) PROBLEM COMMON CAUSES COMMON SOLUTION PROBLEM ACTION 1 Rate reads “0.” • Verify SPEED is registering accurately. If SPEED is zero, refer to the VT display troubleshooting procedure in the Raven ISOBUS Product Control Installation & Operation Manual. Air leak in the vacuum Check all hose clamps and •...
  • Page 149 Integrated Systems – Appendix 10 - Integrated Systems – Appendix Control Systems Boom Hydraulic Option - 3000L with Tractor Remotes Liquid Application System 3000L Hydraulic Hoses - Tractor Remotes EZ Contol Filling & Cleaning Centre Hydraulic Block Spraying System Hydraulic Block Function Table Fuses Plumbing Schematic Diaphragm Pump - 2500L 3-Way Solenoid Control Option...
  • Page 150 IN CABIN ISO B Appendix – Integrated Systems OPTIONAL FOOT SWITCH SUIT RCM GA3000032 0630173080 GA3000033 1150171865 Electrical harness, Foot switch Electrical harness, Foot switch assembly, ISO bus, Raven extension, ISO bus, Raven Standard Three Way Solenoid Electric Control. Optional In-cab Raven SCS 450 Controller. Optional Foot Switch schematic.
  • Page 151 Integrated Systems – Appendix EZ Control Filling & Cleaning Centre. Hydraulically driven diaphragm pump. The main power fuse of the Prairie Special electrical system is fitted near the tractor battery. Liquid Application System Spray Pumps Fuses Spraying System The Prairie Special is optioned with diaphragm The Liquid Application System comprises Optimum droplet sizing, pressure, nozzle flow The main power fuse protecting the Prairie...
  • Page 152 Appendix – Integrated Systems 3-Way Solenoid Control Option Electric Control Box GA5060231 DRAWBAR POINT Sprayer connector Control Goldacres (7 pin trailer plug) GA5060231 Fuse 15A Down Master Pressure Sections Battery clips GA5065515 12V DC BATTERY Black Regulation Valve Boom valves...
  • Page 153 Integrated Systems – Appendix Cabin Hydraulic Electrical Harness Option BATTERY POWER (1) GA3000508, HARNESS H.C. POWER (3) BATTERY POWER (1) Switched LABEL: H: 3 H.C. POWER H.C. GROUND (15) LABEL: H: 86 IGNITION LABEL: H: 27 IGNITION IGN TRIGGER (11) GA4903721, SWITCH BOX SUIT BASIC 3PL SPECIAL LABEL: LABEL:...
  • Page 154 Appendix – Integrated Systems Raven SCS 450 Option Raven SCS 450 (SF ONLY) GA5075833 MAGNETS (x2) RAVEN SCS 450 CONSOLE Kit, Speed sensor RED, BLACK 0630171791 GA5075872 5 section, Pump RPM, and sensor cable 0630171220 GA5075860 6 section, No Pump RPM, suit drive shaft 0630159730 SPEED SENSOR 7 1/2'...
  • Page 155 Integrated Systems – Appendix Raven PC1 ISO BUS Option Raven SCS 450 with ISO Bus (SF ONLY) GA3000200 Display, ISO bus Universal Terminal, CR7, RAM Raven Mount - optional GA3000198 Electrical harness, suit CR7 ISO VT basic, 1157300092, Raven, optional DRAWBAR POINT ISO Bus connector on Cabin GA3000031 1150171963 ISO bus, cabin to draw bar harness on tractor...
  • Page 156 Appendix – Integrated Systems Non Hydraulic Chassis Options Non Hydraulic Chassis NOTE: This harness (GA5060005) is required FENCE LINE JET LIGHT WITH PLUG RED SECTION BUILT ON LINE TO on all Specials 3000L and up. SUIT BOOM LENGTH GA5060056 GA3000047 FUSE 2 Pin , Teejet GA5060005...
  • Page 157 Integrated Systems – Appendix Hydraulic Control Chassis Options Hydraulic Control Chassis S5.1 OPTIONAL H:65 AIR BAG L TILT DOWN S5.2 GA3000212 COMPRESSOR BOX H: 66 Electrical Harness, PRO Reel Power Single GA5048975 Beacon H: 63A H: 63 R TILT DOWN LOWER LIFT NOTE: not used on units <4000L...
  • Page 158 Appendix – Integrated Systems Boom Hydraulic Option - 2500L Electric over Hydraulics FOLD CYLINDERS INTERNAL PHASING Fold Left Fold Right LIFT CYLINDERS Tilt Left Tilt Right 2.75” Cylinder 2.5” Cylinder GA5070075 GA5065051 GA5065051 x 18” Stroke x 18” Stroke GA3501273 GA3501272 Ø...
  • Page 159 Integrated Systems – Appendix 2500L Hydraulic Hoses - Electric Over Hydraulic Hose No Hose Dia Hose Length End 1 (& orientation if reqd) End 2 (& orientation if reqd) Description 1/2” 8000mm GA3500411 T2050-0808 (90 Deg) GA3500399 T2020-0808 (Straight) PRESSURE - MANIFOLD TO PULL 1/2”...
  • Page 160 Appendix – Integrated Systems Boom Hydraulic Option - 2500L with Tractor Remotes Hydraulic Motor Hydraulic Motor 170 pump 9313S-M10Y Hypro LIFT CYLINDERS Tilt Left Tilt Right Fold Left Fold Right GA5047515 80cc/rev, 25.4mm shaft GA5070075 GA5065051 GA5065051 GA5018557 GA5018555 80cc/rev - 43L/min @ 540 RPM 2.75”...
  • Page 161 Integrated Systems – Appendix 2500L Hydraulic Hoses - Tractor Remotes Tilt to suit 2500L Special Hose No. Hose Length End 1 (& orientation if reqd) End 2 (& orientation if reqd) Description 10500mm (2R) 90Deg (T205-0404) Straight (T202-0404) *fitted on line Tractor to R Fold cylinders 10500mm (1R) 90Deg (T205-0404)
  • Page 162 Appendix – Integrated Systems Boom Hydraulic Option - 3000L Electric over Hydraulic FOLD CYLINDERS INTERNAL PHASING Fold Left Fold Right LIFT CYLINDERS Tilt Left Tilt Right 2.75” Cylinder 2.5” Cylinder GA5070075 GA5065051 GA5065051 x 18” Stroke x 18” Stroke GA5018557 GA5018555 Ø...
  • Page 163 Integrated Systems – Appendix 3000L Hydraulic Hoses - Electric Over Hydraulic Hose No Hose Dia Hose Length End 1 (& orientation if reqd) End 2 (& orientation if reqd) Description 1/2” 8000mm GA3500411 T2050-0808 (90 Deg) GA3500399 T2020-0808 (Straight) PRESSURE - MANIFOLD TO PULL 1/2”...
  • Page 164 Appendix – Integrated Systems Boom Hydraulic Option - 3000L with Tractor Remotes LIFT CYLINDERS Tilt Left Tilt Right Fold Left Fold Right GA5070075 GA5065051 GA5065051 GA5018557 GA5018555 2.75” Bore Internal Phasing 2.5” Bore Internal Phasing Ø ½” Ø ½” Ø ¼” Accumulator 1L Accumulator 1L GA5007790...
  • Page 165 Integrated Systems – Appendix 3000L Hydraulic Hoses - Tractor Remotes Tilt to suit 2500L Special Hose No. Hose Length End 1 (& orientation if reqd) End 2 (& orientation if reqd) Description 10500mm (2R) 90Deg (T205-0404) Straight (T202-0404) *fitted on line Tractor to R Fold cylinders 10500mm (1R) 90Deg (T205-0404)
  • Page 166 Appendix – Integrated Systems Hydraulic Block TEST POINT UNLOADER VALVE, BOOM LOWER, OVERRIDE OUT OVERRIDE OUT CHECK VALVE BOOM LIFT S5.1 H:65 S5.2 L TILT DOWN H: 66 CHECK VALVE BOOM TILT (LH) H: 63 R TILT DOWN H: 63A LIFT LOWER CHECK VALVE...
  • Page 167 Integrated Systems – Appendix Hydraulic Block Function Table FUNCTION TABLE SMK20-G1/4” TEST POINT SV08 - UNLOADER VALVE SV08 - CARTRIDGE SOLENOID VALVE,BOOM LOWER SV08 - HYDRAULIC CARTRIDGE SOLENOID VALVE, BOOM LIFT CV08 - HYDRAULIC CHECK VALVE SV08 - HYDRAULIC CARTRIDGE SOLENOID VALVE, BOOM TILT LH SV08 - HYDRAULIC CARTRIDGE SOLENOID VALVE, BOOM TILT RH...
  • Page 168 Appendix – Integrated Systems Plumbing Schematic Diaphragm Pump - 2500L Boom valves (optional number) OPTIONAL PRESSURE FLOW METER FILTERS 15P RAVEN Pressure gauge 6mm line PLUMBING LAYOUT SPECIAL - 2500L at front of machine Refer to Hose List: PRO000296 Drain To boom Hopper OPTIONAL...
  • Page 169 Integrated Systems – Appendix 2500L Plumbing Hose List Hose # Part No Hose Description Length (mm) Description GA2000216 ¾” Pressure 3500 Fresh Water Fill Tap to Fresh Water Rinse Tank GA2000216 ¾” Pressure 4800 Venturi Tap to Tank Venturi GA2000211 ½”...
  • Page 170 Appendix – Integrated Systems Plumbing Schematic Diaphragm Pump- 3000L Boom valves (optional number) Pressure gauge PRESSURE FLOW METER at front Hopper FILTERS 60P RAVEN PLUMBING LAYOUT SPECIAL - 3000L of machine OPTIONAL 1 1/4" P 1 1/4" P 1 1/4" P Refer to Hose List: PRO000296 6mm Nylon 1/2"...
  • Page 171 Integrated Systems – Appendix 3000L Plumbing Hose List Hose # Part No Hose Description Length (mm) Description GA2000216 ¾” Pressure 3500 Fresh Water Fill Tap to Fresh Water Rinse Tank GA2000216 ¾” Pressure 4500 Venturi Tap to Tank Venturi GA2000211 ½”...
  • Page 172 Appendix – Integrated Systems Boom Plumbing Assembly - 24m 5 Section S - 1: S - 5: S - 2: S - 3: S - 4: BA x 10 BA x 10 BA x 10 BA x 8 BA x 10 RC x 10 RC x 10 RC x 10...

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