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Installation Overview Introduction Safety instructions Connection Diagram Support Inside the Box Optional equipment Pre-requisites for installation Overview of the installation steps...
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It is a smartphone-based system with several components designed for high-precision navigation. The FieldBee PowerSteer system can be installed on MFWD and standard front-axle tractors, skids, sprayers, scrapers, crawler tractors and other machines from most manufacturers, including AGCO, Ag Chem, Case, Challenger, Fendt, John Deere, New Holland, Massey Ferguson and many others.
Please bear in mind that the safety instructions are for reference only and do not cover all possible hazardous and dangerous conditions. FieldBee has made all possible efforts to ensure the reliability of the information contained in this instruction. However, errors and omissions may be possible. Therefore, the instruction is for reference...
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NOTE: Prior to operating the PowerSteer Manual Guidance system, verify that all the screws, bolts, nuts, and cable connections are tight and that all the cables and hoses have been secured to prevent them from being damaged. Verify there are no oil leaks in the steering circuit.
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To prevent the accidental engagement of the Autosteer system and loss of vehicle control, power down the Autosteer system while driving on roads. Never drive on roads or in public areas with the Autosteer system powered up. Verify that you are in a stable position on the vehicle’s platform or stairs when installing or removing the antenna assembly on top of the cab, so you do not fall.
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PowerSteer system. Keep the equipment away from high-power wireless equipment such as wireless transmitters, radar transmitters, high frequency and current devices,...
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Do not install the product in an environment with high temperature, heavy dust, harmful gas, flammable substances, explosive substances, electromagnetic interference (large radar station, transmitter station, substation), unstable voltage, high vibration, or loud noise; otherwise, the equipment may be unable to operate normally. Do not install the equipment in places vulnerable to water accumulation, water seepage, water dripping, condensation, etc., so as to prevent the equipment...
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Operation Safety To prevent accidental death or injury from being run over by the vehicle, never leave the vehicle’s operator seat with the Power Steer system engaged. To prevent the accidental engagement of the Power Wheel system and loss of vehicle control, power OFF the Power Steer system while driving on roads. Never drive on roads or in public areas with the Power Steer system powered up.
Connection Diagram You can horizontally scroll the table on Connection Diagram mobile. Internet Connection (1) Wireless mobile internet connection. Connection with Steering Controller (2) Wireless connection between Tablet and Steering Controler using the same network. Connection with PowerWheel (3) Wired connection between Steering Controler and PowerWheel.
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Support You can horizontally scroll the table on Support mobile. The FieldBee Team is happy to help farmers with any questions they may have about FieldBee products. Our specialists provide free online service from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00 CET.
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PowerWheel (3) a replaceable steering wheel specially designed for tractors. PowerSteer Controller (4) an Integrated RTK receiver and steering controller is a high-precision electronic controller that providesautomatic steering capability to the vehicle.
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You can horizontally scroll the table on mobile.
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You get these items if you ordered them as You can horizontally scroll the table on an additon to the basic equipment. mobile. PowerWheel adapter (1) an extension of the steering shaft that allows adjusting the height of the Power Wheel.
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You can horizontally scroll the table on mobile.
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You get these items if you ordered them as You can horizontally scroll the table on an additon to the basic equipment. mobile. SIM Card (1) a nano SIM Card with an active connection to the internet. (The SIM Card for the tablet is not needed if you use your smartphone as a hot-spot).
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You can horizontally scroll the table on mobile.
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They also provide a visual presentation of the tasks you need to complete to install the FieldBee system successfully. Dismount the steering wheel - the steps necessary to dismount the steering wheel that you currently use with your vehicle.
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You can horizontally scroll the table on mobile.
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