Hardi COMMANDER TWIN FORCE Instruction Book
COMMANDER
TWIN FORCE
Original
Instruction book
67035300-100 - Version 1.00
GB - 05.2013
www.hardi-international.com
We congratulate you for choosing a HARDI plant protection product. The reliability and
efficiency of this product depend upon your care. The first step is to carefully read and pay
attention to this instruction book. It contains essential information for the efficient use and
long life of this quality product.
This book covers updated COMMANDER models, also known as COMMANDER ‘11
series.
The original instruction book is approved and published in English. All other languages are translations of the
original. In the event of any conflicts, inaccuracies or deviations between the English original and other languages
the English version shall prevail.
Illustrations, technical information and data in this book are to the best of our belief correct at the time of printing.
As it is HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S policy permanently to improve our products, we reserve the right to make
changes in design, features, accessories, specifications and maintenance instructions at any time and without
notice.
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S is without any obligation in relation to implements purchased before or after such
changes.
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S cannot undertake any responsibility for possible omissions or inaccuracies in this
publication, although everything possible has been done to make it complete and correct.
As this instruction book covers more models and features or equipment, which are available in certain countries
only, please pay attention to paragraphs dealing with precisely your model.
Published and printed by HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S
Table of Contents
1 - EC Declaration
EC Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................................9
2 - Safety notes
Operator safety ...................................................................................................................................11
Symbols ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Precautions ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Label explanation ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
3 - Description
General info .........................................................................................................................................15
View ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
View ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Identification plates ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Roadworthiness ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Sprayer use .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Frame .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Tanks and equipment ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Liquid system ......................................................................................................................................18
Pump .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Valves and symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
DynamicFluid4 pressure regulation ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Clean water tank .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Rinsing tank ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Filters ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
EasyClean filter ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
CycloneFilter .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
TurboFiller ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
Diagram - Basic liquid system ..................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Diagram - Liquid system with optional extras .................................................................................................................................. 25
Diagram - Intelligent liquid system with optional extras ........................................................................................................... 26
TWIN Air technique ..............................................................................................................................27
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 27
Boom ...................................................................................................................................................28
Boom and terminology ................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
SetBox controls ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Grip controls ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Hydraulic systems ...............................................................................................................................30
Hydraulic blocks ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Equipment ...........................................................................................................................................32
SafeTrack ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Driving technique for SafeTrack ................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Platform ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Drawbars .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
Hydraulic support leg ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Tank level indicator ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 35
External Cleaning Device (optional) ........................................................................................................................................................ 35
Nozzle pressure gauge .................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
SafetyLocker ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
ChemLocker ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Night Spraying Light (optional) ................................................................................................................................................................. 37
4 - Sprayer setup
General info .........................................................................................................................................39
Unloading the sprayer from the truck ................................................................................................................................................... 39
Pulling the sprayer at the tie down hooks .......................................................................................................................................... 39
Before putting the sprayer into operation .......................................................................................................................................... 39
Hydraulic support leg (option for CM 3300/4500) ......................................................................................................................... 40
Jack up the sprayer ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 40
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Transmission shaft ..............................................................................................................................41
Operator safety ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
P.T.O. installation .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
Mechanical connections ......................................................................................................................42
Hose package support ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
SafeTrack potentiometer connection .................................................................................................................................................... 42
Hydraulic systems ...............................................................................................................................43
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 43
Requirements - tractor (HAY model) ...................................................................................................................................................... 43
Requirements - tractor (HAZ model) ...................................................................................................................................................... 43
Open centre hydraulics (optional) ........................................................................................................................................................... 44
Electrical connections ..........................................................................................................................45
Installation of control unit brackets ......................................................................................................................................................... 45
Road safety kit ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Power supply ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Speed transducer for sprayer ...................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Liquid system ......................................................................................................................................48
CycloneFilter .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Boom ...................................................................................................................................................49
Damping adjustment ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Boom folding speed adjustment .............................................................................................................................................................. 49
Boom folding speed adjustment - 32-36 m boom only ............................................................................................................. 49
TWIN Air technique ..............................................................................................................................50
Adjusting the air assistance .......................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Setting of air speed, rules of thumb ........................................................................................................................................................ 50
Angling of air and liquid, rules of thumb ............................................................................................................................................. 51
Water sensitive paper ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Track gauge, axles and wheels ............................................................................................................52
Altering the track width .................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
Turning rim ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
Counter weight .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Brakes ..................................................................................................................................................54
Emergency and parking brake .................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Hydraulic activated brakes ............................................................................................................................................................................ 54
Air activated brakes (optional) .................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Single-line brakes (optional) ......................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Dual-line brakes (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................................ 55
5 - Operation
General info .........................................................................................................................................57
Environmental info ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 57
Boom ...................................................................................................................................................58
Safety info ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 58
Manoeuvring of the boom - HAY ............................................................................................................................................................. 58
Manoeuvring of the boom - HAZ ............................................................................................................................................................. 59
Hydraulic slanting control ............................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Z-models .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Boom tilt function ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
2/3 boom width ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
Half boom width ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Hydraulic breakaway function .................................................................................................................................................................... 60
TWIN Air technique ..............................................................................................................................61
TWIN operation .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Liquid system ......................................................................................................................................62
Filling/washing location requirements ................................................................................................................................................. 62
Filling of water ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
Filling through tank lid .................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Filling of rinsing tank ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Filling of clean water tank .............................................................................................................................................................................. 63
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External Filling Device ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
Safety precautions - crop protection chemicals .............................................................................................................................. 65
Filling chemicals through tank lid ............................................................................................................................................................ 65
Filling liquid chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller ................................................................................................................................... 66
Filling powder chemicals by HARDI TurboFiller .............................................................................................................................. 67
TurboFiller rinsing ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Operating the control units while spraying ....................................................................................................................................... 69
Before returning to refill the sprayer ....................................................................................................................................................... 70
Agitation before resuming a spray job .................................................................................................................................................. 70
Parking the sprayer ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 70
Quick reference - Operation ......................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Cleaning ...............................................................................................................................................72
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 72
Quick reference - Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................ 73
Cleaning and maintenance of filters ....................................................................................................................................................... 74
Use of rinsing tank and rinsing nozzles ................................................................................................................................................. 74
A. Full internal rinsing ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 74
B. External cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 75
C. Rinsing spraying circuit without diluting main tank content ............................................................................................ 76
Full internal cleaning (Soak wash) ............................................................................................................................................................ 76
PrimeFlow - manual cleaning ..................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Use of detergents ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Technical residue ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 78
Using the drain valve ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 78
Pressure draining (optional) ......................................................................................................................................................................... 79
6 - Maintenance
Lubrication ..........................................................................................................................................81
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 81
Recommended lubricants ............................................................................................................................................................................. 81
P.T.O. lubrication & oiling plan .................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Boom lubrication and oiling plan ............................................................................................................................................................. 82
Boom lubrication and oiling plan (32-36 m) ...................................................................................................................................... 83
Trailer/ParaLift lubrication & oiling plan ................................................................................................................................................ 84
Service and maintenance intervals .....................................................................................................85
10 hours service - Cyclone Filter ................................................................................................................................................................ 85
10 hours service - EasyClean filter ............................................................................................................................................................. 85
10 hours service - In-Line filter (not PrimeFlow) .............................................................................................................................. 86
10 hours service - Spraying circuit ............................................................................................................................................................ 86
10 hours service - Brakes (Standard for CM 5500 and 7000) .................................................................................................... 86
10 hours service - Brakes air tank (optional) ....................................................................................................................................... 86
10 hours service - Lubricate boom and centre ................................................................................................................................ 86
10 hours service - Hydraulic oil level ....................................................................................................................................................... 87
10 hours service - Gearbox oil level ......................................................................................................................................................... 87
50 hours service - Transmission shaft ..................................................................................................................................................... 87
50 hours service - Wheel nuts ..................................................................................................................................................................... 87
50 hours service - Air brakes (optional) ................................................................................................................................................. 87
50 hours service - Tyre pressure ................................................................................................................................................................. 87
50 hours service - Gearbox bolts ............................................................................................................................................................... 88
100 hours service - Check/tighten steering ....................................................................................................................................... 88
250 hours service - Readjustment of the boom .............................................................................................................................. 89
250 hours service - Wheel bearings ......................................................................................................................................................... 89
250 hours service - Hydraulic circuit ....................................................................................................................................................... 89
250 hours service - Hoses and tubes ...................................................................................................................................................... 89
250 hours service - Inspect parking brake (optional) ................................................................................................................... 90
250 hours service - Air brake filters (optional) ................................................................................................................................... 90
250 hours service - Brake adjustment (optional) ............................................................................................................................. 90
250 hours service - Hydraulic brakes (optional) ............................................................................................................................... 91
500 hours service - Hydraulic oil filter .................................................................................................................................................... 91
1000 hours service - Wheel bearings and brakes ............................................................................................................................ 91
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Occasional maintenance ......................................................................................................................93
Pump valves and diaphragms renewal ................................................................................................................................................. 93
Level indicator wire renewal ........................................................................................................................................................................ 94
Level indicator adjustment ........................................................................................................................................................................... 94
Drain valve seal renewal ................................................................................................................................................................................. 94
Adjustment of 3-way valve ........................................................................................................................................................................... 95
Feed pipe snap-lock assembly ................................................................................................................................................................... 95
Feed pipe clamp assembly ........................................................................................................................................................................... 96
Opening the cable trays ................................................................................................................................................................................. 96
Readjustment boom - general info ......................................................................................................................................................... 97
Alignment of centre and inner wing sections .................................................................................................................................. 97
Alignment of inner and 1st outer wing sections ............................................................................................................................ 98
Alignment of inner and 1st outer wing sections (32-36 m) ..................................................................................................... 98
Breakaway section adjustment .................................................................................................................................................................. 98
Breakaway section adjustment (32-36m) ............................................................................................................................................ 99
Hydraulic slanting control adjustment .................................................................................................................................................. 99
Hydraulic slanting control adjustment (32-36m) ............................................................................................................................ 99
Wing tilt adjustment .......................................................................................................................................................................................100
Spring arrangement (32-36 m only) ......................................................................................................................................................100
Wear bushing renewal on boom lift .....................................................................................................................................................100
Change of bulbs ................................................................................................................................................................................................101
Wear bushing renewal on steering .......................................................................................................................................................101
Shield renewal on transmission shaft ...................................................................................................................................................101
Replacement of transmission shaft cross journals .......................................................................................................................101
Safety valve activation ...................................................................................................................................................................................101
Change of tyre ....................................................................................................................................................................................................102
Fan transmission priming ............................................................................................................................................................................102
Fan transmission pressure adjustment ...............................................................................................................................................103
Off-season storage ........................................................................................................................... 104
Off-season storage program ......................................................................................................................................................................104
7 - Fault finding
Operational problems ...................................................................................................................... 107
General info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................107
Liquid system .......................................................................................................................................................................................................108
Hydraulic system - Z model ........................................................................................................................................................................109
Hydraulic system - Y model ........................................................................................................................................................................109
Hydraulic fan transmission ..........................................................................................................................................................................110
Controller fault codes .....................................................................................................................................................................................111
Mechanical problems ....................................................................................................................... 112
Emergency operation - Liquid system .................................................................................................................................................112
Emergency operation - EasyClean filter ..............................................................................................................................................112
8 - Technical specifications
Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................... 113
General info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................113
Overall dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................................................................113
Weight .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................114
Wheel and axle dimensions .......................................................................................................................................................................115
Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 116
Pump model 463/5.5 ......................................................................................................................................................................................116
Pump model 463/6.5 ......................................................................................................................................................................................116
Pump model 463/10.0 ...................................................................................................................................................................................116
Pump model 463/12.0 ...................................................................................................................................................................................116
Technical residue ..............................................................................................................................................................................................116
Filters and nozzles ............................................................................................................................................................................................117
Power consumption .......................................................................................................................................................................................117
Brakes ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................117
Tyre pressure ........................................................................................................................................................................................................118
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Materials and recycling .................................................................................................................... 119
Disposal of the sprayer ..................................................................................................................................................................................119
Electrical connections ....................................................................................................................... 120
Rear lights ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................120
Charts ............................................................................................................................................... 121
Sprayer hydraulic ...............................................................................................................................................................................................121
Boom hydraulic - Y ...........................................................................................................................................................................................121
Boom hydraulic - Z ...........................................................................................................................................................................................122
Index
Index ................................................................................................................................................. 123
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EC Declaration of Conformity
As manufacturer:
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S
Helgeshøj Allé 38
DK 2630 Taastrup
DENMARK
hereby declare that the following product(s):
1 - EC Declaration
COMMANDER TWIN FORCE (HAY/HAZ)
• Fulfils all the relevant provisions of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, 2009/127/EC and later amendments
• All the relevant provisions of Council Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC)
Taastrup, 01.04. 2013
Lars Bentsen
Vice president, Product development
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S
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1 - EC Declaration
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2 - Safety notes
Operator safety
Symbols
These symbols are used thorough the book to designate where some sort of extra attention has to paid for the reader. The
four symbols have following meaning.
This symbol means DANGER. Be very alert as your safety is involved!
Ƚ
This symbol means WARNING. Be alert as your safety can be involved!
±
This symbol means ATTENTION. This guides to better, easier and more safe operation of your sprayer!
This symbol means NOTE.
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Precautions
Note the following recommended precautions and safe operating practices before using the sprayer.
General info
Read and understand this instruction book before using the equipment. It is equally important that other operators
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of this equipment read and understand this book.
If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI dealer for further
explanation before using the equipment.
Local law may demand that the operator is certified to use spray equipment. Adhere to the law.
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Tractor drivers seat is the intended working place during operation.
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Wear protective clothing. Clothing may differ depending on chemical being sprayed. Adhere to the local law.
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Wash and change clothes after spraying. Wash tools if they have become contaminated.
Do not eat, drink or smoke while spraying or working with contaminated equipment.
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In case of poisoning, immediately seek medical advice. Remember to identify chemicals used.
Filling and spraying
No persons are allowed in the operations area of the sprayer. Be carefull not to hit people or surroundings when
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manoeuvring the sprayer, especially when reversing.
Slow down when driving in uneven terrain as the machine might be in risk of turning over.
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Keep children away from the equipment!
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Do not attempt to enter the tank.
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Do not go under any part of the sprayer unless it is secured. The boom is secure when placed in the transport
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brackets.
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2 - Safety notes
Service
Pressure test with clean water prior to filling with chemicals. Never dismount the hoses if the machine is in operation.
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DANGER! Do not exceed the P.T.O. max. recommended r.p.m.
Rinse and wash equipment after use and before servicing.
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Never service or repair the equipment while it is operating. Always replace all safety devices or shields immediately
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after servicing.
Disconnect electrical power before servicing and depressurize equipment after use and before servicing.
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If an arc welder is used on the equipment or anything connected to the equipment, disconnect power leads before
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welding. Remove all inflammable or explosive material from the area.
The External Cleaning Device should not be used if important parts of the equipment have been damaged, including
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safety devices, high pressure hoses, etc.
Label explanation
The labels are designating potential dangerous places on the machine. Anybody working with or being in close range of
the sprayer must respect these labels!
The labels should always be clean and readable! Worn or damaged labels must be replaced with new ones. Contact your
local dealer for new labels.
Note that not all labels shown here will apply to your sprayer.
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Chemical handling!
Carefully read the informations about
chemical preparation before handling the
machine. Observe instructions and safety
rules when operating.
Service!
Shut off the engine and remove ignition key
before performing maintenance or repair.
Risk of death!
Do not attempt to enter tank.
Service!
Carefully read operators instruction book
before handling the machine. Observe
instructions and safety rules when operating.
Service!
Tighten to torque according to instruction
book.
Risk of burn!
Stay clear of hot surfaces.
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Risk of injury!
Do not open or remove safety shields while
engine is running.
Risk of injury!
Keep sufficient distance away from electrical
power.
Risk of injury!
Flying objects, keep safe distance from
machine as long as the engine is running.
Risk of injury!
Keep hands away.
2 - Safety notes
Risk of squeeze!
Stay clear of raised unsecured loads.
Risk of squeeze!
Keep hands away, when parts is moving.
Risk of sprayer tipping over!
Be aware when disconnecting the sprayer.
Not for drinking!
This water must never be used for drinking
water.
Tank u n d e r pressure!
Beware when moving lid.
Risk of squeeze!
Never reach into the crushing danger area as
long as parts are moving.
Risk of falling off!
Do not ride on platform or ladder.
Grapping area!
Manual handling of boom etc.
Not for drinking!
This water must never be used for drinking
water.
EasyClean filter service!
Open and clean filter monthly.
Lifting point! Lifting point!
Load index!
Max. permitted load rating is 164 at 40 km/h.
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2 - Safety notes
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General info
11 10 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
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3 - Description
1. Main tank lid
2. EasyClean clogging indicator
3. Spray pressure gauge
4. Clean water tank lid
5. Main tank level indicator
6. Rinsing tank level indicator
7. SafetyLocker
8. Platform
9. Pump
10. Ladder
11. Support leg
12. Drawbar hitch
13. Agitation/External Cleaning Device valve
14. Suction SmartValve
15. EasyClean filter
16. Pressure SmartValve
17. Pressure draining coupler
18. Rinsing tank coupler
19. External Filling coupler
20. Clean water tap
21. External Filling ON/OFF valve
22. TurboFiller
23. Lever for chemical container cleaning
24. TurboFiller Vortex nozzle valve
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3 - Description
25 26 27
28 29 30 31
View
25. Distribution valves (not illustrated)
26. Rinsing tank
27. Main tank
28. ChemLocker with FoamMarker tank
Identification plates
A CE identification plate fitted on the frame indicates producer name,
model, sprayer weights, etc.
The identification plate also has a QR-code which can be read by e.g.
smartphones to obtain more detailed data about the sprayer, which can
be useful for service staff.
Roadworthiness
When driving on public roads and other areas where the highway code applies, or areas with special rules and regulations
for marking and lights on implements, you should observe these and equip implements accordingly.
29. Spray lance for External Cleaning Device
30. CycloneFilter
31. Parking brake
AT TENTION! Max. driving speed for models without brakes and for models equipped with brakes is different. Be aware
that these speeds may differ due to local law. Contact local authorities for information of max. driving speeds!
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3 - Description
Sprayer use
The HARDI sprayer is for the application of crop protection chemicals and liquid fertilisers. The equipment must only be used
for this purpose. It is not allowed to use the sprayer for any other purposes. If no local law demands that the operator must
be certified to use spray equipment, it is strongly recommended to be trained in correct plant protection and in safe
handling of plant protection chemicals to avoid unnecessary risk for persons and the environment when doing your spray
job.
Frame
Very strong and compact frame which also has a strong chemical and weather resistant electrostatic lacquer coat. Screws,
nuts, etc. have been DELTA-MAGNI treated to be resistant to corrosion.
Tanks and equipment
The main tank made of impact-proof, UV-resistant and chemical resistant polyethylene, has a purposeful design with no
sharp corners for easy cleaning. The filling hole is placed so it can be accessed from the platform. This ensures an easy access
for the filling of sprays, cleaning of the tank, etc. The sprayer is also equipped with a rinsing tank and a clean water tank. A
large, easy to read tank contents indicator is placed beside the platform and is visible from the tractor cabin.
Nominal contents 3300, 4500, 5500 or 7000 litres.
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3 - Description
Liquid system
Pump
Diaphragm pump with 6 diaphragms, model 463. Standard = 540 r.p.m. (6 splines shaft). Optional = 1000 r.p.m. (21 splines
shaft). The design of the diaphragm pump is simple, with easily accessible diaphragms and valves which ensures liquid does
not contact the vital parts of the pump.
FlexCapacity pump
Some sprayers facilitates a dual pump setup with an extra hydraulically driven pump of same type as the main pump, placed
on sprayers right side.
The FlexCapacity pump is turned ON/OFF with a separate hydraulic lever in the tractor cabin.
Valves and symbols
The possible functions of valves are distinguished by coloured identification on the function labels. The modular valve
system facilitates the addition of optional extras on both pressure side and suction side. A function is activated by turning
the handle towards the desired function.
ATTENTION! Only the functions used should be open - always close remaining valves.
ATTENTION! If a valve is too tight to operate - or to loose (= liquid leakage) - the valve needs to be serviced. Please see
“Pump valves and diaphragms renewal” on page 93 for further information.
Pressure SmartValve (Green symbols)
This valve is to select which function the pressurized liquid from the
pump will be routed to.
The active function is indicated by the indicator. The handle is turned so
the indicator points to the label for required function. If handle is turned
to a position without label (unused function) then the valve is closed.
Main tank Spraying
Internal tank cleaning
(Rinsing nozzles)
Suction SmartValve (Blue symbols)
This valve is to select suction from main tank or from the rinsing tank.
The handle is turned so the label for required function is directed to the
indicator. If handle is turned to vertical position (indicator not pointing
at a label) then the valve is closed.
Main tank Rinsing tank
Pressure draining (optional)
or TurboFiller
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External filling (optional)
3 - Description
DynamicFluid4 pressure regulation
Traditional fluid regulation starts when the nozzles are opened. With DynamicFluid4 the regulation is a continuous process
that continues even if the nozzles are closed. Two ceramic discs regulates the pressure and ensures quick reaction and zero
leakages. Sprayer speed, P.T.O. RPM and number of sections activated are parameters used, and the benefit is more precise
application rates from the second the sprayer begins spraying.
The DynamicFluid4 use feed forward technology based on 5 sensors that feeds the JobCom computer with data necessary
for optimal regulation. It auto-prime at start-up, starts and move the valve towards the final position immediately after the
operator makes changes. E.g. when section valves are opened or closed, the regulation valve is started at same time as the
section valve motors are started. This avoids overpressure situations e.g. after running empty and refill of main tank.
The 5 sensors are also back-up for each other and ensures the system can continue regulation even if one or more sensor
signal fails. Sensors used are:
• Sprayer speed sensor
• Flow sensor
• Pressure sensor
• Pump r.p.m. sensor
• Regulation valve opening angle sensor
The DynamicFluid4 pressure regulation features are:
• Very fast and accurate regulation when all sensors are ok, setup in menus are correct and pump, filters and valves are
in good conditions.
• Quick reacting valve when sections are turned ON/OFF and at speed changes.
• Optimized AutoSectionControl feature that predict boom sections to open and nozzle pressure.
• Optimized for different P.T.O. systems.
• Nozzle surveillance. No setup or tuning required for nozzle change.
• Warning in display if fail ures o ccur on boom plu mbing, such as seve re cloggi ng of l ine or nozzle f ilter s or large leak age s
on hoses and fittings.
• All functions work though with degraded performance (Limp home modes), if:
Faults occur in fluid system, e.g. pump defects, clogged filters, leaking valves.
Sensor failure appear on pressure sensor, flow sensor or RPM sensor.
There is wrong setup of sprayer data in menus.
• Emergency mode if angle sensor or speed sensor fails.
Screen icons
The sprayer driver selects one of three modes Auto, Manual or Increment steps. The sprayer computer detects one of three
regulation modes Drop, Question mark or calibration jug. This makes 9 modes in total.
Auto Manual Increment steps
When Automatic
Volume Rate button is
pressed on the SetBox.
When one of the
Manual pressure
control buttons is
pressed on the SetBox.
When the Volum e Rate
is changed in steps
with %-up or %-down
buttons on the
Ter mi nal .
Calibration jug
There is flow to section valves.
Nozzle size (L/min at 3 bar) has been calculated.
Drop
There is no flow to section valves.
The pump is not started or the pressure SmartValve is set to other function than spraying.
Question mark
There is flow to section valves but pressure and flow has not yet been stable, therefore
the nozzle size (L/min at 3 bar) has not been calculated.
The system uses the previously stored nozzle size.
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3 - Description
Regulation valve function diagram
ATTENTION! Auto mode icons shown, but could be Manual or
Increment steps icons, depending on driver selection.
Spray job begins
Start condition:
Controller is turned OFF. Pump is turned OFF.
Pressure SmartValve to Pressure draining/TurboFiller, suction
SmartValve to Main tank, have water in Main tank.
Driver action
Turn the controller ON.
Controller reaction
Controller detects no pressure or flow.
Starts in auto mode. Sets regulation valve to safe angle, to
avoid overpressure at pump start and to ensure that software
detects that pump is started (avoid hanging).
Driver action
Turn the pump ON.
Controller reaction
Headland (boom is closed)
Software use nozzle size and feed forward to
prepare for opening of boom.
Max. pressure limit is disabled, because last
saved nozzle size is reliable and therefore
software “dare” to close regulation valve
completely.
Driver action
Turn main OFF at headland. (go up)
Turn main ON to spray. (go down)
Headland (boom is closed)
for over 5 min
Boom is closed for a longer
period, that operator could
have changed to other nozzle
size. Last saved nozzle size
become unreliable.
Software enable max. pressure
limit.
Controller action
Controller detects no pressure or flow, Stay in safe position.
Driver action
Turn pressure SmartValve to Spraying.
Controller reaction
Headland (boom is closed)
Controller detects pressure at armature and bypass flow back
to tank. Software use last saved nozzle size and feed forward
to prepare for opening of boom.
Max. pressure limit is enabled, because last saved nozzle size
is unreliable and therefore software will not close regulation
valve completely. PrimeFlow booms are primed.
Driver action
Turn main OFF at headland. (go up)
Turn main ON to spray. (go down)
Controller reaction
Spraying (boom is open)
Boom is open and sprays.
Both flow measurement and pressure
measurement are good, and the actual
nozzle size is calculated.
The actual nozzle size is used to adjust to
correct liter/ha.
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Flow and pressure are
good
Both flow measurement and
pressure measurement are
good.
Software disable max. pressure
limit.
Controller reaction
Spraying (boom is open)
Boom is open and sprays.
Software use last saved nozzle size and pressure sensor to
adjust to correct liter/ha.
Max. pressure limit is enabled to avoid overpressure in case
operator had changed to smaller nozzles.
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Clean water tank
The water in this tank is for hand washing, cleaning of clogged nozzles
etc. Only fill this tank with clean water from the well.
Capacity: approximately 20 litres.
WARNING! Although the clean water tank is only filled with clean
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water, this water must NOT be used for drinking.
Rinsing tank
A rinsing tank is mounted to the rear of the sprayer. The tank are made of impact-proof and chemical resistant polyethylene.
Filling is done via the 1” threaded stud placed in the working area. The rinsing tank level indicator is placed at the platform.
Nominal content: approximately 450 litres.
Filters
A EasyClean suction filter is fitted in the working zone.
A Cyclone pressure filter is fitted to the sprayers right side just in front of the hose reel, hidden behind the right front cover.
It has a built-in self-cleaning function.
In-line pressure filters can be fitted at each boom section as an option (standard for certain booms).
Nozzle filters are fitted at each nozzle.
All filters should always be in use and their function checked regularly. Pay attention to the correct combination of filter and
mesh size (see “Spray Technique” book).
EasyClean filter
To ensure proper function of filter and its built-in valve the filter must be
opened at least 1 time per month. A label on the lid also designates this.
• To open filter then turn it counterclockwise and pull it up, like
shown on picture.
• Pull out the two locks (A) to remove filter element from the lid.
Beside the spray pressure gauge on the platform a EasyClean clogging
indicator is located:
Clogging indicator colour Filter status
Green indicator. No cleaning necessary.
Yellow indicator. It is possible to finish an ongoing spraying job and
Red indicator. Clean EasyClean filter immediately as filter is
then clean filter afterwards.
clogged.
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3 - Description
CycloneFilter
With the CycloneFilter any impurities in the spray liquid will by-pass the
filter and be re-circulated back to the tank via the return flow.
Function diagram
1. Filter lid
2. From pump
3. To b o o m
4. Return to tank
5. Return valve
Valve (5) has three positions marked with small dots on the lever:
A. This position marked with 1 dot: There is no return flow. Position is
used when rinsing the boom if there is spray liquid in the main
tank. Also used when high spraying volume is required.
B. This position marked with 2 dots: Normal spraying position. With
return flow to prevent filter is going to be clogged when spraying.
This position is used when rinsing the boom if the main tank is empty.
C. This position marked with 3 dots: Flushing position which is used if filter is clogged. Lift and hold the lever to use this
position which largely increases return flow and flushes the filter. The pressure SmartValve must be set to “Spraying”.
ATTENTION! Use of position C is no guarantee for a clean filter. Always regularly do a visual inspection and cleaning
of the filter. If necessary see “10 hours service - Cyclone Filter” on page 85.
DANGER! Never open the Cyclone filter unless the pressure SmartValve is turned to “Main tank”. Otherwise, spraying
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liquid may hit you when opening the filter, and drain from the main tank!
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TurboFiller
Before use
• Push the handle (arrow) to unlock.
• Grab the handle to pull TurboFiller down until it clicks into locked
down-position.
After use
• Push the handle (arrow) to unlock.
• Grab the handle to push TurboFiller back in storing position until it
locks.
WARNING! Before releasing the lock (arrowed) always keep a
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hand on the grip to avoid abrupt movement of the TurboFiller!
The TurboFiller valves and Chemical Container Rinsing lever are placed
on the backside (arrow).
TurboFiller suction valve
The valve is used simultaneously with the TurboFiller. The valve has 2
set tings: C ontin uously o pen or spr ing loaded normally closed. Op en the
valve when chemicals are to be filled into the TurboFiller and transferred
to main tank.
3 - Description
Suction from TurboFiller
TurboDeflector valve
This TurboDeflector valve activates the Vortex flushing of the TurboFiller.
Lift the lever to lock it in open position for continuous liquid rotation in
the hopper.
Start TurboDeflector
Chemical Container Rinsing lever
The upper lever is used for two purposes:
When the TurboFiller lid is open: For rinsing empty containers. Place the
container over the rotating flushing nozzle in the middle of the
TurboFiller to rinse the inside of the container.
When the TurboFiller lid is closed: Use the Chemical Container Rinsing
lever to rinse the hopper when the filling of chemicals is completed.
Chemical Container Rinsing
DANGER! Do not press the lever unless the multi-hole nozzle is covered by a container as spray liquid may otherwise
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hit the operator.
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3 - Description
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Diagram - Basic liquid system
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1. Suction SmartValve
2. Pressure SmartValve
3. Agitation valve
4. Chemical container cleaning valve
5. TurboDeflector ON/OFF valve
6. TurboFiller suction ON/OFF valve
7. Pump
8. Main tank
9. EasyClean filter
10. RinseTank
11. Spray valve
12. CycloneFilter
13. TurboFiller
14. Lance for cleaning TurboFiller
15. Safety valve
16. Internal tank cleaning nozzles
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17. Agitation tube
18. Return line for boost function
19. TurboFiller to tank tube
20. RinseTank coupler
21. DynamicFluid4 pressure regulation valve
22. One-way valve
23. Drain valve
24. Sprayer boom
25. Flowmeter
26. Bypass valve
27. Sensor for pressure gauge
28. Distribution valves
29. Return from distribution valves
Options
37. Boost valve
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Diagram - Liquid system with optional extras
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1. Suction SmartValve
2. Pressure SmartValve
3. Agitation/External cleaning valve
4. Chemical container cleaning valve
5. TurboDeflector ON/OFF valve
6. TurboFiller suction ON/OFF valve
7. Pump
8. Main tank
9. EasyClean filter
10. RinseTank
11. Spray valve
12. CycloneFilter
13. TurboFiller
14. Lance for cleaning TurboFiller
15. Safety valve
16. Internal tank cleaning nozzles
17. Agitation tube
18. Return line for boost function
19. TurboFiller to tank tube
20. RinseTank coupler
21. DynamicFluid4 pressure regulation valve
22. One-way valve
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23. Drain valve
24. Sprayer boom
25. Flowmeter
26. Bypass valve
27. Sensor for pressure gauge
28. Distribution valves
29. Return from distribution valves
Options
30. Main tank gauge sensor
31. Pressure draining coupler
32. FastFiller coupler
33. External cleaning device
34. External cleaning ON/OFF valve
36. External fast filling ON/OFF valve
37. Boost valve
38. Ejector
39. FlexCapacity pump
40. Boom prime restrictor
41. Pressure relief line
45. Boom prime pressure control valve
46. Pressure gauge for BoomPrime
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3 - Description
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Diagram - Intelligent liquid system with optional extras
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1. Suction SmartValve
2. Pressure SmartValve
4. Chemical container cleaning valve
5. TurboDeflector ON/OFF valve
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25. Flowmeter
26. Distribution valves
27. Sensor for pressure gauge
29. Return from distribution valves
6. TurboFiller suction ON/OFF valve
7. Pump
8. Main tank
9. EasyClean filter
10. RinseTank
11. Spray valve
12. CycloneFilter
13. TurboFiller
14. Lance for cleaning TurboFiller
15. Safety valve
16. Internal tank cleaning nozzles
17. Agitation tube
18. Return line for boost function
19. TurboFiller to tank tube
20. RinseTank coupler
21. DynamicFluid4 pressure regulation valve
22. One-way valve
23. Drain valve
Options
30. Main tank gauge sensor
31. Pressure draining coupler
32. FastFiller coupler
33. External cleaning device
34. External cleaning ON/OFF valve
35. AutoAgitation valve
36. PrimeFlow ON/OFF valve
37. Boost valve
38. Ejector
39. FlexCapacity pump
40. Boost line valve ON/OFF
41. Pressure relief line
42. Clean valve
43. RinseTank flowmeter
44. External fast filling ON/OFF valve
45. Main tank full sensor
47. RinseTank full sensor
24. Sprayer boom
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3 - Description
TWIN Air technique
General info
With TWIN air assistance energy is added to the spray droplets to
improve control with the spray liquid. The main purpose of the TWIN
angling system is to counteract for the negative influence which wind
direction and driving speed have on the quality of the spray job. Further
the “co-angling” af air and liquid can help “opening” dense crops for
better penetration.
This way TWIN makes it possible to:
• carry the spray droplets safely to the target and increase plant
deposit.
• minimize off-target deposit due to wind drift or loss on the ground.
• open the crop and obtain good penetration even with a low
volume rate.
• ensure a high coverage.
The TWIN FORCE air system can be set at any angle from 40° forward to 30° back (defined by the air stream). The fan speed
is infinitely variable and can produce from 0 to 35 m/s (78 mph) air speed at the air outlet. This equals from 0 to 2000 m3
air/m boom/hour (3.872 CFM/A boom/hour).
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3 - Description
Boom
Boom and terminology
The TWIN FORCE boom are found in two hydraulic versions which is suspended in a strong, stable parallelogram boom lift:
• HAY boom:
Working widths are 18, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28 and 30 metres.
The boom is pendulum suspended and equipped with 4 hydraulic rams. The raising/lowering and folding/unfolding
functions are operated via the tractor hydraulics.
• HAZ boom:
Working widths are 18, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28, 30, 32, 33 and 36 metres.
The boom is pendulum suspended and fully hydraulically operated, all functions are controlled via the Direct Acting
Hydraulic System (D.A.H.). The 32-36 metres booms is fully hydraulically operated, all functions are controlled via the
Direct Hydraulic System (D.H.).
Boom features
• All booms are 2-folded.
• TWIN blowers. These are driven by a built-in hydrostatic transmission powered via the tractor P.T.O. Blower speed can
be adjusted step wise from the tractor cabin.
• Outer sections incorporate spring-loaded breakaway.
• Hydraulic pendulum lock (HAZ only).
• Individual boom tilt control (HAZ only).
• Individual folding of outer sections. This enables alternative boom widths.
The boom can be used in half folded position. Half folded lengths are the following:
Full working width 1/2 folded
18 metres 12 metres
20 metres 12 metres
21 metres 12 metres
24 metres 12 metres
27 metres 14 metres
28 metres 14 metres
30 metres 15 metres
32 metres 17 metres
33 metres 17 metres
36 metres 18 metres
For 2-folded booms the terminology are as follows:
A. Breakaway section
C. 1st outer wing
E. Inner wing
F. Centre section
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SetBox controls
The SetBox controls the volume rate, foam marker, SafeTrack,
HeadlandAssist, pendulum lock, boom folding and stability functions.
Furthermore two optional functions can be controlled. The buttons on
the SetBox control the following functions:
1. Power ON/OFF.
2. Pendulum unlock.
3. Pendulum lock.
4. Inner wing fold.
5. Inner wing unfold.
6. 1st outer wing fold.
7. 1st outer wing unfold.
8. TWIN presets.
9. Power/status LED.
10. Automatic volume rate selector.
11. Manual pressure control.
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12. Foam marker regulation.
13. Foam marker Left/Right selector.
14. TWIN air slot angle.
15. TWIN air volume.
16. Optional function A-B.
17. HeadlandAssist automatic.
18. HeadlandAssist boom align.
19. SafeTrack manual control.
20. SafeTrack align selector.
21. SafeTrack automatic selector.
Grip controls
The grip controls the following:
A. Status LED.
B. Boom section controls.
C. Main ON/OFF.
D. Tilt.
E. Boom height.
F. Boom slant.
G. Option selection switch.
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3 - Description
Hydraulic systems
Hydraulic blocks
Hydraulic blocks fitted to the sprayer are:
Boom
The main boom hydraulic block that manages hydraulic pressure for the
boom controls.
The throttle valve (A) can adjust the folding speed of the boom.
Adjusting inwards = slower boom.
ParaLift
This hydraulic block manages hydraulic pressure for the ParaLift.
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