Hardi ZEBRA AXIAL, ZEBRA ATLAS, ZEBRA LINER, ZEBRA CANNON Instruction Book
ZEBRA
Original
Instruction book
67026102-100, version 1.00
GB - 08.2015
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Congratulations for choosing a HARDI crop protection product. The reliability and
efficiency of this machine depend entirely on the care it receives. The first step is to
carefully read and pay attention to this instruction book. It contains essential information
on correctly using and ensuring a long useful life of this quality product.
As this instruction book includes all versions of the equipment, including all the different
hydraulic boom and operating unit versions, please pay particular attention to the
paragraphs dealing with your specific model.
This book should be read in conjunction with the ‘Spraying Techniques’ booklet.
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.
Since it is ILEMO HARDI S.A.U. policy to continually improve our products, we reserve the right to make changes
in the design, accessories, specifications and maintenance instructions at any time and without notice.
ILEMO HARDI S.A.U. is extent from any obligation as regards instruments purchased before or after such changes.
ILEMO HARDI S.A.U. cannot undertake any responsibility for possible omissions or inaccuracies in this publication,
although it has done everything in its power to make this information as complete and correct as possible.
As this instruction book covers models, specifications or equipment that are only available in certain countries,
please pay particular attention to the paragraphs dealing with your specific model.
Published and printed by ILEMO HARDI S.A.U.
Table of Contents
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1 - EC Declaration
EC Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................................7
2 - Safety notes
Operator safety .....................................................................................................................................9
Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Precautions ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
3 - Description
General information ............................................................................................................................11
Overview .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Use of the mistblower ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Road worthiness .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Identification plates ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Chassis ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Tank ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Liquid system ......................................................................................................................................13
Safety valves ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Pressure pulsation damper ........................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Suction filter ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Tank drain valve ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Diaphragm pump ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Piston pump ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Operating units .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
M70/2 operating unit ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
SV/2 operating unit ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
BS/2 operating unit ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
CA operating unit ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Electric section valves ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Air equipment ......................................................................................................................................17
Axial fan – Technical information ............................................................................................................................................................. 17
Protection grids .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Engaging / Disengaging of the turbine fan ....................................................................................................................................... 18
Fan transmission .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Cannon spout ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Vine sprayer ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
Pneumatic system .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Hydro-pneumatic system .............................................................................................................................................................................. 19
4 - Start up
General information ............................................................................................................................21
Important Information ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Unloading the mistblower from the truck .......................................................................................................................................... 21
Before starting up for the first time .......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Counterweights ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Mechanical connections ......................................................................................................................22
Operator safety ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
P.T.O. installation .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Connecting the mistblower ......................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Top link clevis for snap coupler (600 litre model only) ................................................................................................................ 24
Electrical connections ..........................................................................................................................25
General information .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Installing the basic electrical control box ............................................................................................................................................ 25
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5 - Operation
Liquid and Air Circuits .........................................................................................................................27
Filling/washing location requirements ................................................................................................................................................. 27
Filters ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Suction filter ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Pressure filter .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Diaphragm pumps ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 29
UX/70 and UG/102 piston pumps ............................................................................................................................................................ 29
Filling the main tank .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Adjustment of operating unit M70 .......................................................................................................................................................... 30
Adjustment of operating unit SV/2 .......................................................................................................................................................... 30
Adjustment of operating unit BS/2 .......................................................................................................................................................... 30
Section valves ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Draining the main tank .................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Agitation ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Engaging the turbine fan ............................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Nozzles ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Cleaning ...............................................................................................................................................33
General info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Cleaning and maintaining the filters ...................................................................................................................................................... 33
Cleaning the tank and liquid system ...................................................................................................................................................... 34
Unexpected interruptions ............................................................................................................................................................................. 34
6 - Maintenance
Lubrication ..........................................................................................................................................35
Recommended lubricants ............................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Transmission shaft .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Service and maintenance intervals .....................................................................................................36
General information .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Every 10 working hours ................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Every 50 working hours ................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Every 100 working hours ................................................................................................................................................................................ 36
Every 150 working hours ................................................................................................................................................................................ 36
Every 1000 working hours ............................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Every 10 working hours – Suction filter ................................................................................................................................................ 37
Every 10 hours of operation – Pressure filters ................................................................................................................................... 37
Every 10 working hours – Nozzles ............................................................................................................................................................ 38
Every 50 working hours - Pressure pulsation damper ................................................................................................................. 38
Every 50 working hours - Diaphragm pump ..................................................................................................................................... 38
Every 50 working hours - piston pumps ............................................................................................................................................... 39
Every 100 working hours - V-belt adjustment ................................................................................................................................... 39
Every 150 working hours - Piston pump oil change ..................................................................................................................... 39
Occasional maintenance ......................................................................................................................40
Diaphragm pump ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Piston pump - Plunger tightness .............................................................................................................................................................. 40
Piston Pump - Plunger replacement ...................................................................................................................................................... 41
Off season storage ...............................................................................................................................42
Winter storage ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Preparing the equipment for use after storage ............................................................................................................................... 42
7 - Fault finding
Operational problems .........................................................................................................................43
Fluid circuit .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Blower unit .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 44
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8 - Technical specifications
Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................45
Overall dimensions - ZEBRA AXIAL .......................................................................................................................................................... 45
Overall dimensions - ZEBRA CANNON .................................................................................................................................................. 46
Overall dimensions - ZEBRA ATLAS ......................................................................................................................................................... 47
Overall dimensions - ZEBRA LINER ........................................................................................................................................................... 48
Weights ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Diaphragm pump model 321/10 ............................................................................................................................................................ 50
Other Specifications ............................................................................................................................51
Axial air fan .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Pump .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Filters ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Temperature and working pressure ........................................................................................................................................................ 51
Materials .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Recycling .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
Conversion factors (SI to Imperial) ........................................................................................................................................................... 52
Index
Index ....................................................................................................................................................53
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1 - EC Declaration
EC Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer:
ILEMO HARDI S.A.U.
Poligono El Segre, 712, 713
25080 Lleida
SPAIN
declares the following product(s):
- was manufactured in conformity with the applicable provisions of the Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery, and
- all the applicable provisions of the Council Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC)
Lleida, September 2012
Josep Maria Godia
Managing Director
ILEMO HARDI S.A.U.
ZEBRA
1 - EC Declaration
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2 - Safety notes
Operator safety
Symbols
These symbols are used throughout the book to designate where the reader needs to pay extra attention. The four symbols
have following meaning.
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This symbol means DANGER. Be very alert as your safety is involved!
±
This symbol means WARNING. Be alert as your safety can be involved!
μ
This symbol means ATTENTION. This guides to better, easier and more safe operation of your mistblower!
÷
This symbol means NOTE.
Precautions
Note the following recommended precautions and safe operating practices before using the mistblower.
General information
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Read and fully understand this instruction book before using the equipment. It is also equally important that other
operators of the equipment read and understand this book.
If you do not fully understand any part of this instruction book after reading it, please contact your HARDI dealer for
further information before using the equipment.
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Local law may demand that the operator be certified to use this spray equipment. Pleasse comply with the law.
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The tractor seat is the safest area when handling the equipment.
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Wear protective clothing. Protective clothing may vary according the chemical product being used. Please comply
with regulations.
Wash and change clothes after spraying. Clean the tools if they have become contaminated.
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Do not eat, drink or smoke while spraying or working with contaminated equipment.
In the event of poisoning, immediately seek medical advice. Remember to identify the chemicals used.
Filling and spraying
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Be careful not to hit persons or objects while manoeuvring the spraying equipment, especially when reversing.
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Slow down when driving over uneven terrain as the machine could overturn.
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Keep children away from the mistblower.
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Do not attempt to enter the tank.
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Do not climb under the mistblower unless it has been securely fastened. The boom is only secure when it is placed
in the transport brackets.
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Service
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Pressure test with clean water prior to filling with chemicals.
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Never disconnect the hoses if the machine is in operation.
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DANGER! Do not exceed the max. recommended r.p.m. at the P.T.O.
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Rinse and wash out the equipment after use and before servicing.
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Do not remove the hose if the machine is turned on. Always replace all safety devices or shields immediately after
servicing.
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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
welding. Remove all inflammable or explosive material from the area.
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Remove all inflammable or explosive materials from the area.
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The External Cleaning Device should not be used if important parts of the equipment have been damaged, including
safety devices, high pressure hoses, etc.
The safety and efficiency of this machine also depends on the way it is handled. The first step is to read carefully and pay
attention to this instruction manual as it contains essential information for an efficient use and maintenance of this high
quality product.
As this instruction manual includes all the HARDI ZENIT axial pneumatic and hydropneumatic models, please pay special
attention to the paragraphs dealing with the one you have acquired.
This manual should be read along with that of “Spraying Techniques”
(provided with the equipment) so that you can obtain the best possible
results.
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As a consequence of the great variety of options and equipment,
only the most necessary technical data referring to air flow,
power consumption and directions is mentioned. If you require
information which is not mentioned in this manual, ask your
nearest dealer for it.
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3 - Description
General information
Overview
1. Suction filter
2. Drain valve
3. Main tank lid
4. Nozzle line
5. Fan housing
6. Fan clutch
7. Pump
8. Pulsation damper
9. 3-point quick hitch
10. Operating Unit (If SmartValve, placed beside position 8)
Use of the mistblower
The HARDI MERCURY mistblower is designed for applying crop protection chemicals. The equipment should only be used
for this purpose. The mistblower must not be used for any other purpose.
If there are no special regulations requiring operators to be certified, you must have received the appropriate training on
how to spray crops correctly and safely handling chemicals to avoid unnecessary risks to persons and the environment while
spraying.
Road worthiness
When driving on public roads and other places where the road safety code or where there are other special rules and
regulations for marking and lights on machinery, the machine must be equipped to comply with these regulations.
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Identification plates
The identification plate is located on the front right-hand side of the
machine and is riveted to the chassis. It indicates the make, model, serial
number, and date of manufacture.
The serial number is also engraved onto the chassis. The number is
found above the identification plate, as indicated in the photograph.
The serial number contains five digits.
Chassis
Manufactured with a tubular profile which provides great durability and resistance to breakages and vibrations.
To protect it from corrosion, it is sanded down and covered with a layer of special paint that contains a polyurethane bicomponent with anti-corrosion additives and protection against ultraviolet rays.
Ta nk
Made of medium-density polyethylene with ultraviolet filters, it has smooth, rounded surfaces that facilitate agitation and
cleaning. Range of volumes: 300, 400, 600 and 800 litres.
3 - Description
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Liquid system
Safety valves
The safety valve protects the liquid circuit against over pressure in the
event of failures or clogged lines.
If the spring-loaded safety valve opens the liquid is lead back to tank via
hose (A).
The safety valve opens at15 bar.
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DANGER! Do not remove, bypass or block safety valve from the
liquid circuit as this could put your safety at risk.
Pressure pulsation damper
The 3 21 pum p is fitted wit h a pulsatio n damp er on suc tion a nd press ure
sides. The pressure side damper is pressurized. The dampers will reduce
pulsations and secure an even flow from the pump.
The pressure pulsation damper should be inflated to the pressure
shown in the table on top of the pulsation damper (A).
Suction filter
Suction filter is located at the top of the tank.
The filter screen can be checked by unscrewing the lid and pulling the
filter up.
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Tank drain valve
The tank drain valve is operated by the handle located on top of the
tank.
Clean water tank (optional)
The water in this tank is for hand washing, for cleaning of clogged
nozzles etc.
Only fill this tank with clean water from the tap.
The clean water tank is placed on the sprayer’s left side.
Capacity: approximately 15 litres.
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WARNING! Although the clean water tank is only filled with clean
water, this water must NOT be used for drinking.
Diaphragm pump
Diaphragm pump is model 321/10 (max. 20 bar) with two diaphragms. It works at low pressure and is robustly built. Use only
grease for lubrication. This type of pump is self-priming, works without oil and can run dry as long as necessary.
Piston pump
(Certain countries only)
The robust high-pressure piston pumps are fitted with a single-block crankcase with a large oil capacity for increased
lubrication and cooling; a treated and rectified wrought-steel crankshaft; special cast conrods; horizontal reciprocating
pistons; hydraulic vulcanized sealing rings; chemical-resistant synthetic plungers; individual cylinder heads and stainlesssteel ball check valves. The pump is either UX/70 or UG/102.
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Operating units
The mistblower can be equipped with following types of operating units:
• M70/2
• BS/2
• SV/2 w/ remote control.
• CA
They have two section valves which control the right and left sides. The section valves are remotely controlled from the
tractor cabin.
The type of operating unit available may vary from country to country.
M70/2 operating unit
Manual operating unit including a main on/off valve, a pressure
adjustment valve, a pressure gauge and two section valves for right and
left spray lines.
Lever (A) is main on/off.
Red knob (B) is pressure adjustment valve.
Clockwise = increase.
Anti-clockwise = decrease.
SV/2 operating unit
(Certain countries only)
This high-pressure electric operating unit contains a manual pressure
valve fitted to the machine and a electric control box for opening and
closing the section valves from the tractor cabin.
BS/2 operating unit
This high-pressure manual operating unit can be used with piston or
diaphragm pumps. It contains a pressure valve that includes a pressure
gauge and a 5-position single-lever control.
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CA operating unit
1. Section valves
2. Pressure equalisation device
3. Adjustment of pressure equalisation by turning left or right to
increase or decrease pressure
4. Pressure filter
5. Pressure regulation, manual.
Electric section valves
Two electric solenoid valves are used to control spraying to RH or LH
side. The valves are controlled by the operating box in the tractor cabin.
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Air equipment
Axial fan – Technical information
The fans on HARDI ZEBRA mistblowers have been designed with composite blades and their aerodynamic design offer a
higher quantity and better distribution of air, less noise and less power consumption.
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DANGER! NEVER exceed 540 rpm at the tractor PTO. Exceeding
540 rpm may cause severe damages to the fan and lead to severe
injuries or death!
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DANGER! Keep away from the air inlets and outlets while the fan
is operating. Foreign objects may be expelled from the air outlet
or a piece of cloth could be sucked into the air inlet. Risk of severe
personal injury or death!
The air kits are the most dangerous part of the machine. Do not repair,
change or modify any of the parts but leave this to your HARDI dealer.
Any repair jobs on air kits in requires qualified technicians.
Protection grids
On all axial air kit models protection grids are fitted. They are
fundamental for avoiding accidents and stopping foreign objects from
entering the fan.
A. Air inlet protection grid
B. Air outlet protection grid
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DANGER! Use of the air kit without protection grids is not
permitted.
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DANGER! Do not take the protection grids off the equipment
whilst it is in use.
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DANGER! Do not go near the fan when the equipment is in use if
you are wearing light or loose clothing.
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DANGER! Never put foreign bodies inside the fan via the grid,
regardless of whether it is in use or not.
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DANGER! Protect your hearing from fan noise by wearing EN 3521:1992 homologated ear muffs or something similar.
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DANGER! If you were to notice vibrations or abnormal noise,
switch off the fan immediately.
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