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Foreword
WELCOME to the iGrade™ System offered by John
Deere.
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate and
service your system correctly. Failure to do so could result
in personal injury or equipment damage. This manual and
safety signs on your machine may also be available in
other languages. (See your John Deere dealer to order.)
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent
part of your system and should remain with the system
when you sell it.
MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in both
metric and customary U.S. unit equivalents. Use only
correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and inch
fasteners may require a specific metric or inch wrench.
RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined by
facing in the direction of forward travel.
WRITE PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (P.I.N.)
in the Specification or Identification Numbers section.
iGrade is a trademark of Deere & Company
Accurately record all the numbers to help in tracing
the components should it be stolen. Your dealer also
needs these numbers when you order parts. File the
identification numbers in a secure place off the machine.
WARRANTY is provided as part of John Deere's support
program for customers who operate and maintain their
equipment as described in this manual. The warranty is
explained on the warranty certificate which you should
have received from your dealer.
This warranty provides you the assurance that John
Deere will back its products where defects appear within
the warranty period. In some circumstances, John Deere
also provides field improvements, often without charge
to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty.
Should the equipment be abused, or modified to change
its performance beyond the original factory specifications,
the warranty will become void and field improvements
may be denied.
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Contents
Page
Safety
Recognize Safety Information ............................05-1
Understand Signal Words...................................05-1
This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol
on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential
for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe operating
practices.
Understand Signal Words
A signal word—DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION—is
used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the
most serious hazards.
DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near
specific hazards. General precautions are listed on
CAUTION safety signs. CAUTION also calls attention to
safety messages in this manual.
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Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on
your machine safety signs. Keep safety signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from your John Deere dealer.
There can be additional safety information contained on
parts and components sourced from suppliers that is not
reproduced in this operator's manual.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machine in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the
function and/or safety and affect machine life.
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If you do not understand any part of this manual and need
assistance, contact your John Deere dealer.
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Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep
area clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is
moving. Keep hands, feet , and clothing from power-driven
parts. Disengage all power and operate controls to relieve
pressure. Lower equipment to the ground. Stop the
engine. Remove the key. Allow machine to cool.
Securely support any machine elements that must be
raised for service work.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed.
Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery ground
cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical systems
or welding on machine.
On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses from
tractor before servicing electrical system components or
welding on machine.
Safety
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
Prevent falls by facing the machine when getting on and
off. Maintain 3-point contact with steps, handholds, and
handrails.
Use extra care when mud, snow, or moisture present
slippery conditions. Keep steps clean and free of grease
or oil. Never jump when exiting machine. Never mount or
dismount a moving machine.
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Handle Electronic Components and Brackets
Safely
Falling while installing or removing electronic components
mounted on equipment can cause serious injury. Use a
ladder or platform to easily reach each mounting location.
Use sturdy and secure footholds and handholds. Do not
install or remove components in wet or icy conditions.
If installing or servicing a RTK base station on a tower or
other tall structure, use a certified climber.
Safety
If installing or servicing a global positioning receiver mast
used on an implement, use proper lifting techniques and
wear proper protective equipment. The mast is heavy and
can be awkward to handle. Two people are required when
mounting locations are not accessible from the ground
or from a service platform.
Operate Implement Automation Systems
Safely
Do not use implement automation systems on roadways.
Always turn off (disable) implement automation systems
before entering a roadway. Do not attempt to turn
on (activate) an implement automation system while
transporting on a roadway.
Implement automation systems are intended to aid the
operator in performing field operations more efficiently.
The operator is always responsible for the machine path.
Implement automation systems include any application
that automates implement movement. This includes, but
may not be limited to, iGrade™ and Active Implement
Guidance.
To prevent injury to the operator and bystanders:
Verify the machine, implement, and automation systems
•
are set up correctly.
Remain alert and pay attention to the surrounding
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environment.
Take control of the machine, when necessary, to
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avoid field hazards, bystanders, equipment, or other
obstacles.
Stop operation if poor visibility conditions impair your
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ability to operate the machine or identify people or
obstacles in the machine path.
iGrade is a trademark of Deere & Company
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Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Inspect hydraulic hoses periodically – at least once
per year – for leakage, kinking, cuts, cracks, abrasion,
blisters, corrosion, exposed wire braid or any other signs
of wear or damage.
Replace worn or damaged hose assemblies immediately
with John Deere approved replacement parts.
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin
causing serious injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all
connections before applying pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands
and body from high-pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be surgically removed within
a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar
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with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable
medical source. Such information is available in
English from Deere & Company Medical Department in
Moline, Illinois, U.S.A., by calling 1-800-822-8262 or +1
309-748-5636.
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Theory of Operation
Introduction
iGrade™ is an active elevation control system which uses
selective control valves (SCVs) to control implement
height based off GPS elevation data.
iGrade™ has four functional modes:
Plane Control – used to create a surface design with
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either a single slope direction or a dual slope direction.
Grade Control – performs desired slope entered based
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on actual distance traveled not linear distance. Grade
control is not direction-dependent.
Remote Control – receives elevation data commands
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from an outside source to control implement height
through SCVs to a desired plane or ditch design.
Distance Trip – allows GPS position to trigger machine
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hydraulics based on distance traveled. For example,
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Activate iGrade™
To operate iGrade™, a 26-digit activation code is required
for Application Controller 1100.
1. Visit StellarSupport.com or call 1-888-953-3373.
2. Use controller serial number and COMAR order
number to generate an activation code.
using distance trip to create irrigation bays for bedded
crop irrigation.
iGrade™ utilizes StarFire™ Receivers to obtain a
plane or elevation point correlated to a latitude and
longitude position. To function properly, setup is crucial to
performance. Setup including but is not limited to:
SCV thresholds setup
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SCV flow rates setup
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TCM calibrations setup
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Correctly setting a benchmark daily or a zero point for
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system reference
Correct inputs into system for correct plane design
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Application Controller 1100 Button
3. Select Application Controller 1100 from main menu.
4. Select Setup softkey.
5. Select Activation Entry button.
6. Select activation input box and enter activation code.
If iGrade™ is activated, Activation Entry screen displays:
Distance Trip
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Remote Control
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Grade Control
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Plane Control
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Setup Softkey
Activation Entry Button
Activation Entry Box
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Introduction
iGrade™ Requirements
Display:
NOTE: Update software on display.
GreenStar™ 2 2600 Display or GreenStar™ 3 2630
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Display recommended.
GreenStar™ 2 2100 Display and GreenStar™ 3
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CommandCenter™ Display are compatible.
Surface Water Pro™ Plus (SWP+) automation requires
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GS2 2600 Display or GS3 2630 Display.
Receiver:
StarFire™ RTK Receivers installed and functioning on
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machine and implement.
StarFire™ Receiver and Deluxe Bracket mounted on
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implement.
NOTE: A StarFire™ 300 Receiver can be used
as a machine receiver to provide speed for
Load Limiting application only.
StarFire™ Receiver mounted on machine for Load
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Limiting, Max Cut, Distance Trip, AutoTrac™, and
Surface Water Pro™ Plus automation (Remote Control).
TCM turned on and calibrated.
or StarFire™ 3000) require RTK when using Distance
Trip and Max Cut.
Implement receivers (StarFire™ iTC or StarFire™
•
3000) are required to have an RTK signal level.
NOTE: When operating dual scrapers, use same
model of receiver on both implements.
Only use two StarFire™ iTC Receivers or
two StarFire™ 3000 Receivers. Receivers
calculate elevation differently.
When operating Surface Water Pro™, use same
receivers (StarFire™ iTC or StarFire™ 3000) for
collecting elevation data for ditching operation.
Machine receivers can use SF1 or SF2 if Distance Trip
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is not being used and Max Cut is disabled.
Receiver offsets can be entered for iGrade™. When
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using multiple implements, install receivers at same
height from blade to receiver. If needed, adjust scraper
offsets for application purposes.
Implement receiver must not be mounted higher than 4
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m (13.1 ft.) above ground level.
Implement receiver must be connected to machine
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implement CAN Bus through ISO connector.
Mount receiver mast on center line of implement over
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control point of implement.
StarFire™ Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)
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antenna is recommended. Implement receivers may
require use of StarFire™ GNSS antenna if operating
iGrade™ in high multipath conditions. High multipath
conditions can occur when satellites are low on horizon
or signal reflects off a surface and intercepted by
receiver.
Additional Hardware:
Application Controller 1100 installed on machine.
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Various harnesses associated with power supply,
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controller integration, and receiver installation.
Optional:
Complete AutoTrac™ setup and activate on display.
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Complete Surface Water setup if using Remote Control
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for SWP+ automation.
NOTE: iGrade™ does not use an implement
feedback sensor.
GreenStar is a trademark of Deere & Company
Surface Water Pro is a trademark of Deere & Company
AutoTrac is a trademark of Deere & Company
StarFire is a trademark of Deere & Company
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Introduction
Machine Controller Compatibility
If installing iGrade™ on a machine in serial number
ranges listed in table, contact a John Deere dealer to
determine if any machine controllers require updates
before operating iGrade™.
of blade height to application controller (C). Receivers
require an RTK activation and radio installed for each
implement receiver and for each machine receiver
using Distance Trip and Max Cut.
Application controller calculates desired elevation
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information from operator inputs entered in to display
(D).
SCV controller receives instructions from application
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controller to automate blade height.
Constant adjustments are made to keep height at
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targeted grade elevation.
Constant power harness (E) connects to convenience
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outlet. Harness is routed to rear of cab where it
connects to front extension harness (F) and application
controller harnesses (G).
Front extension harness is available in two different
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lengths 3 m (9.8 ft.) and 10 m (32.8 ft.). Harness
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D—Display
E—Constant Power Harness
F— Front Extension Harness
G—Application Controller
Harness
H—Implement Receiver
Application Harness
I— Center Extension Harness
J— Rear Extension Harness
connects to constant power harness and ISO implement
connector. Harness is routed along frame of machine
and connects to implement receiver application harness
(H).
If needed, center extension harness (I) extends
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the distance between front extension harness and
implement receiver application harness. Harness is
available in two lengths 2 m (6.6 ft.) and 8 m (26.2 ft.).
Implement receiver application harness connects to
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front extension harness and is routed up mast to
implement receiver.
NOTE: If a rear extension harness (J) is not used, a
terminator is needed at end of harness.
Rear extension harness (optional) provides ISO 9-pin
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connector on rear of scraper.
K—StarFire™ RTK Receiver
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SCV Setup
Configure SCVs On CommandCenter™ - Auto Mode
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CommandARM™ Menu Button > SCV Softkey > Ad-
A—Independent Mode Checkbox
B—Detent Flow Bar Graph
C—Detent Flow Value Box
vanced Settings Softkey
SCV Home Page
D—Auto Status Indicator (Normal
Operation)
E—Auto Status Indicator (Fault
Identified)
To use Auto mode, application controller must be installed
and connected to machine. When connected through
CAN Bus or implement connector, SCV(s) automatically
enter feature mode. SCV Home page with feature option
displays for selected SCVs. On Advanced Settings page,
specified SCV independent mode checkbox (A) is grayed
out.
1. Connect implement to machine.
2. Select Menu button.
3. Select SCV softkey.
SCV Advanced Settings Page
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Auto Mode Indicators
F— Auto Status Indicator (Turned
Off)
G—Extend Set Softkey
H—Auto Mode Checkbox
I— Detent Time Drop-down Menu
inoperable. AUTO with a strike through it (F)
indicates auto mode is not active.
5. Select Extend Set softkey (G) to navigate to detent flow
bar graph. Select Confirm button to highlight. Rotate
thumb wheel to adjust flow, then select Confirm button.
NOTE: Detent time drop-down (H) can only be adjusted
when auto mode checkbox (I) is unchecked.
If auto mode checkbox is checked, detent
time cannot be adjusted. Use standard mode
when adjusting detent time.
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4. Select Advanced Settings softkey.
NOTE: Bar graph (B) depicts detent flow. Amount of
detent flow is shown in box (C).
AUTO (D) indicates normal auto mode operation.
!AUTO! (E) indicates a fault and auto mode is
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6. To adjust detent, rotate thumb wheel to auto mode
checkbox to left of AUTO, then select Confirm button.
When checkbox is unselected, AUTO displays with a
strike through it.
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SCV Setup
Adjust SCV Flow Rate
CAUTION: Excessive operating speed can cause
damage or injury. Full extension or retraction of
cylinder should take at least 2 seconds.
Adjust rate of operation for each job. Rate should be slow
enough to be safe, yet fast enough to be practical.
NOTE: To provide operator with additional indication
of command setting, as operator “clicks” flow
knob (B) through the flow settings, the display
will increase or decrease the number of multiple
line increments as the flow changes.
2. Turn flow rate knob clockwise (rabbit) to increase
flow or counterclockwise (turtle) to decrease flow.
Flow setting is shown on bar graph display (C) when
adjustments are made.
NOTE: SCV can be operated to observe flow rate while
in adjustment mode. Reduced cylinder cycle times
and (or) a reduction in motor speed may result if
total flow demand exceeds available pump flow.
If hydraulic flow rate is adjusted, complete
SCV threshold calibration test.
1. Adjust hydraulic flow on machine to operators
preference, then adjust valve.
2. Loosen lock nut (A) on valve cartridge.
3. Use 1/4 turn increments to adjust valve. If implement is:
erratic or moves too fast, turn cartridge clockwise
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until implement reaches desired operation.
slow or not responsive, turn cartridge
•
counterclockwise until implement reaches desired
operation.
A—Lock Nut
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B—Valve Cartridge
NOTE: Torque lock nut to 20—25 N·m (15–18 lb.-ft.).
4. Tighten lock nut on valve cartridge.
Calibrate SCV Thresholds
CAUTION: To avoid serious injury, keep area
around equipment clear. This procedure
requires machine to move forward.
Implement will move during calibration.
NOTE: Anytime an adjustment to system is made, such
as SCV hydraulic flow rate or counterbalance valve
adjustment, calibrate SCV threshold.
SCV threshold calibration is necessary for optimal
performance. Perform SCV threshold calibration each
time Application Controller with iGrade™ is installed on
a different machine. Without SCV threshold calibration,
scraper may move significantly faster in one direction,
undercompensate, overcompensate, or not perform as
expected due to hydraulic limitations.
To calibrate SCV, machine must move faster than 0.5
km/h (0.3 mph) to initiate hydraulic flow for SCV control.
Select SCV (1 or 3) then AC mode as indicated on SCV
control display. Implement does not need to be in working
(lowered) position to calibrate.
If acceptable performance is not reached after
adjusting valve, adjust hydraulic flow rate on machine
then readjust valve.
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Application Controller 1100 Button
Setup Softkey
SCV Threshold Setup Button
2. Select Setup softkey.
3. Select SCV Threshold Setup button.
1. Select Application Controller 1100 button.
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SCV Setup
4. Select SCV being used from SCV Threshold Setup
drop-down (A).
5. Select Valve Test Extend On (B) from Valve Test
drop-down menu (C).
6. Place SCV lever into detent.
NOTE: Extend raises implement and retract
lowers implement.
7. Adjust Extend Threshold value (D) to lowest setting
that produces a steady, consistent motion.
If scraper height does not change, increase
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Extend Threshold value, until minimal movement is
achieved.
If scraper moves quickly or erratically, decrease
•
Extend Threshold.
Repeat procedure as required to obtain a smooth,
•
constant change in scraper height.
Extend and Retract thresholds valves may have
•
different values.
8. Select Valve Test Retract On (E) from drop-down.
9. Repeat adjustment procedures used in Valve Test
Extend calibration.
10. Turn Valve Test Off (F) when calibration is complete.
If SCV flow rate is too high, scraper could be overly
sensitive and cause washboard effect.
SCV Threshold Setup
Valve Test Drop-down Menu
A—SCV Threshold Setup
Drop-down Menu
B—Valve Test Extend On
C—Valve Test Drop-down Menu
D—Extend Threshold
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E—Valve Test Retract On
F— Valve Test Off
G—Retract Threshold
If SCV flow rate is too low, control and load limit
functionality could be impaired or limited.
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