Morris CX 8105 Operator's Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

CX 8105

Air Drill

Ground Drive

N62398-00

Table of Contents

Section 1:

Safety ............................................................................................................................1-1

Signal Words ................................................................................................................. 1- 2

General Operation ......................................................................................................... 1- 3

Tractor Operation ...........................................................................................................1- 3

Chemicals...................................................................................................................... 1- 4

Transporting ...................................................................................................................1- 5

Hydraulics ...................................................................................................................... 1- 5

Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 1- 6

Storage .......................................................................................................................... 1- 6

Safety Signs ..................................................................................................................1- 7

Front Side ................................................................................................................. 1-10

Rear Side ................................................................................................................. 1-10

Left Side ................................................................................................................... 1-11

Right Side ................................................................................................................ 1-11

Transmissions ........................................................................................................... 1- 12

Tank Lids .................................................................................................................. 1-12

Meter Bodies ............................................................................................................ 1- 12

Main Frame .............................................................................................................. 1- 13

Rear Axle Bracket..................................................................................................... 1- 13

Lighting and Marking ................................................................................................... 1- 14

Section 2:

Specifications ..............................................................................................................2-1

Transport Dimensions ....................................................................................................2-3

Section 3:

Checklist ......................................................................................................................3-1

Manuals .........................................................................................................................3-2

Parts Manual ..............................................................................................................3-2

Assembly Manual .......................................................................................................3-2

Checklist ........................................................................................................................3-3

Section 4:

Introduction .................................................................................................................4-1

Introduction ....................................................................................................................4-2

Section 5:

Operation .....................................................................................................................5-1

Application .....................................................................................................................5-3

Tractor ............................................................................................................................5-3

Hitching ........................................................................................................................5-4

Hitching to Tractor .........................................................................................................5-4

Unhitching from Tractor .................................................................................................5-6

Transport ........................................................................................................................5-7

Speed .....................................................................................................................5-7

Lights ......................................................................................................................5-7

Transport to Field Position ..........................................................................................5-8

Transport to Field Position - Continued .......................................................................5-9

Meter Drive Wheel Engagement .............................................................................5-9

Field to Transport Position .........................................................................................5-10

Field to Transport Position - Continued ..................................................................... 5-11

Meter Wheel Disengagement ................................................................................ 5-11

Metering System ..........................................................................................................5-12

Secondary Hose Installation ....................................................................................5-13

Seed Plate Sizes ......................................................................................................5-14

Seed Plate Installation .............................................................................................5-15

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Bin Level Adjustment ...................................................................................................5-16

Filling Tank ...................................................................................................................5-16

Unloading Tanks ..........................................................................................................5-18

Rate Charts .................................................................................................................5-19

Spacing Sprocket .....................................................................................................5-19

Rate Chart Use ........................................................................................................5-20

Extra Low Rates .......................................................................................................5-21

Extra High Rates ......................................................................................................5-21

Fertilizer Rate Chart .................................................................................................5-22

Seed Rate Chart ......................................................................................................5-23

Slow Speed Seed Rate Chart ..................................................................................5-24

Rate Calibration ...........................................................................................................5-25

Seeding Fine Seeds (Canola, Mustard, etc.) ...............................................................5-27

Applying Inoculant .......................................................................................................5-27

Hydraulic Fan Drive .....................................................................................................5-28

Fan Speed Recommendations ....................................................................................5-29

Double Shoot Settings .................................................................................................5-30

Plenum Damper Settings .........................................................................................5-30

Collector Valve Settings ............................................................................................5-31

Flapper Valve Run Test .............................................................................................5-31

Opener Operation ........................................................................................................5-32

Accumulator System Operation and Pre-Charge Information ...................................5-32

Setting Maximum System Pressure (Trip Out Force) ................................................5-33

Relieve System Pressure .........................................................................................5-34

Normal Operation .....................................................................................................5-34

Pressure Adjustment (On the go) .............................................................................5-35

Depth Adjustment ........................................................................................................5-36

Work Switch .................................................................................................................5-38

Quick Tips ....................................................................................................................5-39

Shank Trip Force .......................................................................................................5-39

Packing Force ...........................................................................................................5-39

Hydraulic System .....................................................................................................5-39

Lifting and Lowering the Openers ............................................................................5-39

Setting the Seed Depth ............................................................................................5-40

Seeding Conditions ..................................................................................................5-40

Straw Management ..................................................................................................5-40

Air Drill Frame ..........................................................................................................5-41

Trouble Shooting Guide ............................................................................................5-41

Wing Lift Hydraulics .....................................................................................................5-42

Opener Hydraulics ......................................................................................................5-43

General Guidelines ......................................................................................................5-48

Turning ......................................................................................................................5-49

Seed Rate Settings ..................................................................................................5-49

Fertilizer Application .................................................................................................5-49

Fan Setting ...............................................................................................................5-49

Product Application...................................................................................................5-49

Adjustments and Operational Checks ......................................................................5-50

Checking Seed Flow ................................................................................................5-50

Moisture Alert ...........................................................................................................5-50

Air Leaks ..................................................................................................................5-50

Tank Low in Product .................................................................................................5-50

Monitor .....................................................................................................................5-51

General Field Operation ..............................................................................................5-51

Clutch Switches ........................................................................................................5-51

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Section 6:

Monitor .........................................................................................................................6-1

Introduction ....................................................................................................................6-3

Identifying Monitor Switches ..........................................................................................6-4

Identifying Monitor Displays ...........................................................................................6-4

Operating Screen ..........................................................................................................6-5

Display Section ..........................................................................................................6-5

Active Alarm Window ..................................................................................................6-5

Bin Level Icon Window ...............................................................................................6-5

Soft Key Label Windows .............................................................................................6-5

Navigating the Operating Screen ...............................................................................6-6

Enlarged Operating Screen ........................................................................................6-7

Installing Monitor ...........................................................................................................6-8

Startup ...........................................................................................................................6-9

Power On ...................................................................................................................6-9

Power Off ....................................................................................................................6-9

Force Language .........................................................................................................6-9

Startup Menu Screen ............................................................................................... 6-10

Sensor Installation ....................................................................................................... 6-11

Installation Precautions ............................................................................................ 6-11

Installation Procedure ...............................................................................................6-12

Monitor Settings...........................................................................................................6-14

Navigating Settings Screens ....................................................................................6-14

The Menu Title ......................................................................................................6-14

The Body of the Menu ..........................................................................................6-14

The Menu Soft Key Descriptions ...........................................................................6-15

Changing Monitor Settings .......................................................................................6-16

Entering the “Settings Menu” ................................................................................6-16

Settings Menu Chart - Standard Drive .........................................................................6-17

Wheel Pulses Per 400 Feet (PP400) Standard Drive ...............................................6-18

Speed Calibration .................................................................................................6-18

Speed Calibration - Continued ..............................................................................6-19

Alarms .........................................................................................................................6-20

Introduction ..............................................................................................................6-20

Nuisance Shaft Alarm ...............................................................................................6-20

“In Motion” Notification.............................................................................................6-21

Low Fan Alarms ........................................................................................................6-21

Blockage Sensing ........................................................................................................6-22

Module Installation ...................................................................................................6-22

Runs per Module Setup ...........................................................................................6-22

Individual Runs Setup ..............................................................................................6-22

Blockage Module Test ...............................................................................................6-23

Blockage Calibration ................................................................................................6-24

Optical Blockage Run Bad Alarms ...........................................................................6-25

Blockage Alarms ......................................................................................................6-25

Area Display ................................................................................................................6-26

Resetting Area ..........................................................................................................6-26

Sensor Replacement ...................................................................................................6-27

Sensor Gap Settings ...................................................................................................6-28

Reed Switch Sensors ...............................................................................................6-28

Variable Reluctance Sensors ...................................................................................6-28

Trouble Shooting Guide ...............................................................................................6-29

Checking Harness ....................................................................................................6-29

Checking Sensors ....................................................................................................6-29

Checking Blockage System ......................................................................................6-29

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Section 7:

Maintenance .................................................................................................................7-1

General .......................................................................................................................... 7- 3

Safety ............................................................................................................................ 7- 3

Tighten Bolts .................................................................................................................7- 4

Tires .............................................................................................................................. 7- 4

Daily Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 7- 5

Lubrication ..................................................................................................................... 7- 6

Air Delivery System ....................................................................................................... 7- 8

General ...................................................................................................................... 7- 8

Tank Lid Adjustment ...................................................................................................7- 9

Air Leak Check ......................................................................................................... 7- 11

Fan ........................................................................................................................... 7- 12

Fan Screen ............................................................................................................ 7- 12

Fan Impeller .......................................................................................................... 7- 1 2

Storage ................................................................................................................. 7- 12

Impeller Clearance ................................................................................................... 7- 13

Hoses ....................................................................................................................... 7- 13

Hydraulic Orbit Motor ................................................................................................... 7-14

Repair/Replacement ................................................................................................ 7-14

Tie Rod - Tow Between ................................................................................................ 7- 1 5

Metering ..................................................................................................................... 7- 16

Metering Wheel Replacement .................................................................................. 7-16

Seed Plate Adjustment ............................................................................................. 7-20

Blank Off Installation ................................................................................................ 7-21

Opener Maintenance ................................................................................................... 7-22

Bushing Replacement .............................................................................................. 7-22

Cylinder Replacement .............................................................................................. 7-22

Shank Replacement ................................................................................................. 7-23

Opener Body Assembly............................................................................................ 7-24

Opener Assembly ..................................................................................................... 7-26

Bleeding Hydraulic System....................................................................................... 7-36

Hydraulic System Trouble Shooting ..........................................................................7-37

Hydraulics .................................................................................................................... 7-38

Wheel Bearings ........................................................................................................... 7-39

Implement Hub ......................................................................................................... 7-39

Contour Opener Hub ................................................................................................ 7-40

Wheel Bearing Adjustment .......................................................................................... 7-41

Meter Drive Hub ....................................................................................................... 7-41

Air Brake Maintenance ................................................................................................ 7-42

Every Three Months or 25,000 Miles ........................................................................ 7-42

Every Six Months or 50,000 Miles ............................................................................ 7-42

Greasing the Slack Adjuster ..................................................................................... 7-42

Slack Adjuster Function Test ..................................................................................... 7-44

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 7-44

FF2 Full Function Valve Fitting General Installation Guidelines ................................ 7-45

Section 8:

Storage .........................................................................................................................8-1

Preparing for Storage ....................................................................................................8-2

Metering Body Storage ...............................................................................................8-3

Wing Lift Cylinder Shaft Protection ...............................................................................8-4

Removing From Storage ................................................................................................8-5

Monitor ....................................................................................................................8-5

Auger/Conveyor ......................................................................................................8-5

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Section 9:

Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................9-1

Air Delivery .................................................................................................................9-3

Delivery hoses plugged .................................................................................................9-3

Hydraulic fan will not turn ..............................................................................................9-3

Fan turning too slow ......................................................................................................9-3

Material flowing thru system when unit is stationary and the fan running ......................9-3

Material not being divided in distribution head ..............................................................9-3

Material not being metered out ......................................................................................9-4

Material not being accurately metered out of the metering body ...................................9-5

Plugged seed boots.......................................................................................................9-6

Monitor .......................................................................................................................9-7

Monitor lights up but does not seem to work .................................................................9-7

No fan display ................................................................................................................9-7

No ground speed display ...............................................................................................9-7

No meter speed display .................................................................................................9-7

No display, no back light ................................................................................................9-7

Bin indicates always empty ...........................................................................................9-8

Bin indicates always full .................................................................................................9-8

Seed Unit ...................................................................................................................9-9

Machine not operating straight. .....................................................................................9-9

Lack of penetration. .......................................................................................................9-9

Openers wearing unevenly ............................................................................................9-9

Wing lifting too slowly. ....................................................................................................9-9

Wings not lowering. .......................................................................................................9-9

One wing will lift, other will not. .....................................................................................9-9

Oil accumulation. ...........................................................................................................9-9

Accumulator system pressure drop excessive. ............................................................9-10

Openers won’t lift or lower. ...........................................................................................9-10

Openers can not be fully pressurized. ......................................................................... 9-10

Shanks hang back and trip out during normal operation. ............................................ 9-10

Seed rows covered in loose soil after seeding. ............................................................9-10

Packer wheels bounce and chatter excessively in field. ..............................................9-10

Openers drop quickly after transport lock valve is closed. ...........................................9-10

Opener pressure drops quickly during normal operation. ............................................ 9-11

Excessive seed depth and soil throw. .......................................................................... 9-11

Openers not fully lifting to transport position. ............................................................... 9-11

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Notes

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Section 1: Safety

Safety

Section 1:

Safety 1-1

Section Contents

Signal Words ..................................................................................................................... 1- 2

General Operation ............................................................................................................ 1-3

Tractor Operation ..............................................................................................................1-3

Chemicals .........................................................................................................................1- 4

Transporting ...................................................................................................................... 1- 5

Hydraulics .........................................................................................................................1- 5

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 1-6

Storage ............................................................................................................................. 1- 6

Safety Signs .....................................................................................................................1-7

Front Side ................................................................................................................. 1-10

Rear Side ................................................................................................................. 1-10

Left Side ................................................................................................................... 1-11

Right Side ................................................................................................................ 1-11

Transmissions ........................................................................................................... 1- 12

Tank Lids .................................................................................................................. 1-12

Meter Bodies ............................................................................................................ 1- 12

Main Frame .............................................................................................................. 1- 13

Rear Axle Bracket..................................................................................................... 1- 13

Lighting and Marking ...................................................................................................... 1-14

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Safety

Watch for this symbol. It identifies potential hazards

SAFETY-ALERT

SYMBOL

Familiarize yourself with the location of all decals. Read them
carefully to understand the safe operation of your machine.

Signal Words

The words DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION are used
with the safety alert symbol. Learn to recognize the
safety alerts, and follow the recommended precautions
and safe practices.

to health or personal safety. It means:

ATTENTION - BE ALERT.

Your Safety is involved.

Three words are used in conjunction with the safety-alert symbol:

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Replace any DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or
instructional decal that is not readable or is missing. The

location and part number of these decals is identied

later in this section of the manual.

The words Important and Note are not related
to personal safety but are used to give additional
information and tips for operating or servicing this
equipment.

IMPORTANT: Identifies special instructions or

procedures which, if not strictly
observed could result in damage to, or
destruction of the machine, process or
its surroundings.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY.

NOTE: Indicates points of particular interest for more

efcient and convenient repair or operation.

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General Operation

• DO NOT RIDE!! Do not allow riders on the implement
when in motion.

• Do not allow extra riders in the tractor unless an
instructor seat and seat belt are available.

• Check behind when backing up.

• Reduce speed when working in hilly terrain.

• Never allow anyone within the immediate area when
operating machinery.

• Keep all shields in place, replace them if removed
for service work.

• Always lock auger attachment in raised position.

• Keep hands clear of tank opening when closing lid.
Keep lid seal clean to ensure proper sealing.

• Do Not enter tank unless another person is

present and the tractor engine has been shut off.

• Wear close tting clothing and appropriate personal

protective equipment for the job.

Safety

Tractor Operation

• Be aware of the correct tractor operating procedures,
when working with implements.

• Review tractor operator’s manual.

• Secure hitch pin with a retainer and lock drawbar in
centre position.

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Safety

Chemicals

•

Use extreme care

making adjustments.

• Always read granular chemical or treated seed
manufacturer’s warning labels carefully and follow
them.

• Wear close tting clothing and appropriate personal
protective equipment for the job as specied by the

chemical and/or seed manufacturer.

•

Always wear

apparatus and gloves when handling granular
chemical or treated seed.

• Do not feed any treated seed to livestock. Treated
seed is poisonous and may cause harm to persons
or livestock.

• Wash exposed skin immediately - do not leave
chemicals on your skin.

• Properly store chemicals in original containers with
labels intact per the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Always follow the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and warning labels when operating an
ammonia tank with the equipment.

• Do Not enter tank unless another person is

present and the tractor engine has been shut off.

when cleaning, filling or

safety goggles, breathing

Danger

Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death.

Read Operator’s Manual and decals on Ammonia tank before operating air cart.
Become familiar with all warnings, instructions, and controls.

Always wear gloves and goggles when transferring or handling ammonia.

Always stay clear of hose and valve openings.

Always be sure pressure is relieved before disconnecting hoses or parts.

Always secure connecting parts and safety chains before towing ammonia trailer.

Always have ample water available in case of exposure to ammonia liquid or gases.

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Transporting

• Be aware of the height, length and width of
implement. Make turns carefully and be aware of
obstacles and overhead electrical lines.

• Empty tanks before transporting. Do Not Exceed 20
mph (32 kph) with an empty air cart.

• Use an agricultural tractor that is large enough with

sufcient braking capacity so that the weight of the

loaded equipment towed does not exceed 1.5 times
the weight of the tractor.

• Use ashing amber warning lights, turn signals and

SMV emblems when on public roads.

• Do not transport in poor visibility.

• The slow moving vehicle (SMV) emblem and

reectors must be secured and be visible on the

machine for transport.

• Avoid soft surfaces, the additional wing weight on
the centre wheels could cause the machine to sink.

Safety

• Ensure safety chain is attached correctly to the
towing vehicle and the hitch of the air cart.

• Check that wings are rmly seated in transport wing

stops, and lock pins installed.

• Secure transport locks on depth control cylinders.

• Be familiar with, and adhere to, local laws.

Hydraulics

• Do not search for high pressure hydraulic leaks
without hand and face protection. A tiny, almost
invisible leak can penetrate skin, thereby requiring
immediate medical attention.

• Use cardboard or wood to detect hydraulic leaks ­never your hands.

• Double check that all is clear before operating
hydraulics.

• Never remove hydraulic hoses or ends with machine
elevated. Relieve hydraulic pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic hoses or ends.

• Maintain proper hydraulic uid levels.

• Keep all connectors clean for positive connections.

• Ensure all ttings and hoses are in good condition.

• Do not stand under wings.

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Safety

Maintenance

• Shut tractor engine off before making any
adjustments or lubricating the machine.

• Block machine securely to prevent any movement
during servicing.

• Wear close tting clothing and appropriate personal

protective equipment for the job.

• Always wear safety goggles, breathing apparatus

and gloves when working on seeder lled with granular

chemical or treated seed per the manufacture’s
instructions.

• Do not modify the machine.

Caution

Care should be taken when
working near the air cart while
the fan is running. Product
blowing out of the system
could cause personal injury.

Storage

• Store implement away from areas of main activity.

• Level implement and block up securely to relieve
pressure on jack.

• Do not allow children to play on or around stored
implement.

• Refer to Storage Section for more details.

Caution

Keep service area
clean and dry. Wet
or oily floors are
slippery. Wet spots
can be dangerous
when working with
electrical equipment.

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Safety Signs

N15094

CAUTION

To avoid injury, do not open lids
while fan is operating. Air gust
may contain dust and particles.

· Hydraulic motor or engine and

· Keep hands, feet and clothing away

· Keep all covers, shrouds and guards

N19023

from moving parts.

exhaust system becomes extremely
hot from operation.

in place.

DANGER

Personal injury or property damage may result from

and further information.

Weight of fully loaded implement should not be more than

Refer to tractor and implement Operator’s Manuals for weights

Maximum recommended towing speed is 20 mph (32 km/h).

Always use large enough tractor with sufficient braking capacity.

Use flashing amber warning lights and SMV emblem when on
public roads, except where prohibited by law.

1.5 times weight of tractor.

N24301

WARNING

loss of control.

safety instructions.

To Prevent Serious Injury or Death:

N36262

CONFINED SPACE HAZARD

Do not enter tank.

Be aware of and follow safety precautions.

Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s

DANGER

DANGER

ENSURE CYLINDER IS COMPLETELY FILLED WITH
HYDRAULIC FLUID TO AVOID UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT.

WINGS MAY FALL RAPIDLY CAUSING BODILY INJURY.

ALWAYS STAY CLEAR OF FOLDING WINGS WHEN BEING
RAISED, LOWERED, OR IN ELEVATED STATE.

WINGS ARE IN ELEVATED POSITION.

ALWAYS INSTALL ALL LOCKUP DEVICES PROVIDED WHEN

C13704

Safety

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Familiarize yourself with the location of all decals. Read them
carefully to understand the safe operation of your machine.

Safety

Keep off while machine is moving
or mechanism is running.

D13705

WARNING

CRUSHING HAZARD

S44446

Before servicing hydraulics - Place

STAND CLEAR - openers move rapidly

To prevent serious injury or death:

under hydraulic pressure.

WARNING

"System" valve in service position and
relieve pressure from hydraulic system.

Shut tractor off and remove key before
servicing or adjusting depth.

Place "Openers" valve in locked position
before adjusting depth or transporting.

S44355

UNLOCKED

OPENERS

LOCKED

To prevent serious injury or death:

· Hitch may rise rapidly when unhitched from tractor.

· Lower implement to ground or secure rear parking

· Secure hitch jack in place before unhitching from tractor.

C31394

UNHITCHING HAZARD

stand in place before unhitching.

WARNING

Safety Signs - Continued

C31394 - Warning - Hitch

WINGS

LOCKED

UNLOCKED

S34428

DECAL - S34428

DECAL - S44355

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Familiarize yourself with the location of all decals. Read them
carefully to understand the safe operation of your machine.

N19028 - Slow Speed

Safety Signs - Continued

TANK BOLTS MUST BE A LOOSE FIT.

DO NOT REPLACE WITH SHORTER BOLTS.

N29729

2

1"

13 mm

MINIMUM TRAVEL

Cycle Collector Valve Daily

to ensure free movement.

N36264

IMPORTANT

Minimum of 5 cycles.

N21604

Silicone Lubricant or WD-40 or Penetrating Oil

IMPORTANT

and the Collector Body. A light coating of

Clean the Metering Body (Including Air Passages)

PREVENT CORROSION

should be applied before storage.

N42356

IMPORTANT

Ensure each meter is set correctly as described

BEFORE FILLING TANK

Ensure Tank clean out door is fully closed.

BEFORE APPLYING PRODUCT

Set rate according to the procedure and
rate chart described in the Operator’s Manual.
Take a sample and adjust the rate, if necessary.

AIR LEAKS AFFECT METERING ACCURACY

Ensure all seals are properly positioned and
all lids are tightly closed.

in the Operator’s Manual.

N36265

Calibration

Bottom Pipe

Clean-Out

Pipe

Top

Safety

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Familiarize yourself with the location of all decals. Read them
carefully to understand the safe operation of your machine.

Decal on

Collector

Safety

Safety Signs - Continued

Front Side

Rear Side

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Safety Signs - Continued

Left Side

Safety

Right Side

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Safety

Safety Signs - Continued

Transmissions

Tank Lids

Meter Bodies

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Safety Signs - Continued

Main Frame

Safety

Rear Axle Bracket

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Safety

Lighting and Marking

MORRIS recommends the use of the correct lighting and
marking to meet the ASAE standard for roadway travel.
Be familiar with, and adhere to, local laws.

Amber warning and red taillights secured on the machine
promote correct transportation of this implement.

Note: Always replace missing or damaged lights

and/or connectors.

Amber warning and red taillights must be mounted to
the rear of the implement and be visible from front and
rear. The lights must be within 16 inches (41 cm) of
the extremities of the machine and at least 39 inches
(99 cm) but not over 10 feet (3 m) above ground level.

Note: Always replace missing or damaged front,

side, rear reectors and SMV emblem.

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Section 2: Specifications

Specifications

Section 2:

Specifications 2-1

Section Contents

Transport Dimensions .......................................................................................................2-3

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Specications

CX8105

Specifications and Options

Base Size 25’ (7.62 m) 31’ (9.45 m)

Total Weight - 10" (25.4 cm) Spacing 20,119 lb (9145 kg) 21,404 lb (9729 kg)

- 12" (30.5 cm) Spacing 19,316 lb (8780 kg) 20,535 lb (9334 kg)

Axle Weight (Empty) - 10" (25.4 cm) Spacing 12,583 lb (5720 kg) 13,355 lb (6071 kg)

- 12" (30.5 cm) Spacing 12,100 lb (5500 kg) 12,833 lb (5834 kg)
Hitch Weight (Empty) 1672 lbs (760 kg) 1672 lbs (760 kg
Working Width - 10” (25.4 cm)

Number of Shanks - 10” (25.4 cm)

Frame Width - Main

Transport Position - Width

Tires - Cart (2) 600/50-22.5 Alliance Tire (2) 600/50-22.5 Alliance Tire

- Main Frame Rear Wheels (4)12.5Lx15 FI

- Wing Frame Front Castor Wheels
(1 per wing)

- Wing Frame Rear Wheels
(1 per wing)

Tank Capacity - Front Tank 60 Bu (2110 L)

Tank Screens Standard
Fan - Rated Speed Up to 5,000 r.p.m.

- Impeller Diameter 13" (33 cm) Diameter

- Noise Level 97.3 dB

Hydraulic Drive

- Blower drive piston type orbit motor 12cc
(Closed Centre or Closed Centre Load
Sensing systems required)

Metering - Ground Drive Standard

- Variable Rate/GPS Compatible Optional

Opener - Trip Out Force Increases proportionally with Packing Force to a maximum of 600 lbs (272 kg)

- Packing Force Adjustable from 70 lbs to 170 lbs (31.7 kg - 77.1 kg)

- Packer Wheel 4.50” x 16” Semi Pneumatic Otico tire

Opener to Ground Clearance 12” (30.5 cm)
Frame to Ground Clearance 32” (81 cm)
Frame Depth 94” (238.8 cm) center to center
Rank to Rank Spacing 47” (119.4 cm) center to center
Number of Ranks 3 Rows
Shank to Shank Spacing 30” (76.2 cm) on 10” (25.4 cm) Spacing

Weight Kit Optional
Safety Lights Standard
Safety Chain Standard

Specifications are estimates and subject to change.

- 12” (30.5 cm)

- 12” (30.5 cm)

- Wing Inner

- Height

- Length

- Rear Tank 45 Bu (1585 L)

- Third Tank - Optional 10 Bu (350 L)

- Total 2 Tanks - 105 Bu (3695 L) With 3rd Tank - 115 Bu (4045 L)

Blower and VRT
(

Minimum 21 U.S. gal./min.) (80 l/min.)

(Minimum 2100 p.s.i.) (14,469 kPa)

4.80” x 16” Semi Pneumatic or Pneumatic

5.50” x 16” Semi Pneumatic Otico tire

5.50” x 16” Semi-Pneumatic

4.00” x 16” “V” Crown

36” (91.4 cm) on 12” (30.5 cm) Spacing

25’ (7.62m)
25’ (7.62m)

30
25

5’ (1.524m)

10’ (3.048m)

9’ 10” (3m)

13’ 9” (4.19m)

36’ 2” (11 m)

Load Range F
(2) 12.5SLx15

12 Ply Rating

(2) 12.5SLx15

12 Ply Rating

30’ (9.14m)
31’ (9.45m)

36
31

5’ (1.524m)

13’ (3.962m)

9’ 10” (3m)

16’ 2”(4.93m)

36’ 2” (11 m)

(4)12.5Lx15 FI
Load Range F

(2) 12.5SLx15

12 Ply Rating

(2) 12.5SLx15

12 Ply Rating

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Transport Dimensions

Specications

WIDTH WITH PACKERS RETRACTED

(See Specications)

OPENERS RETRACTED

(See Specications)

HEIGHT WITH OPENERS RETRACTED

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Specications

Notes

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Section 3: Checklist

Checklist

Section 3:

Checklist 3-1

Section Contents

Manuals ............................................................................................................................3-2

Parts Manual ..............................................................................................................3-2

Assembly Manual .......................................................................................................3-2

Checklist ...........................................................................................................................3-3

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 3-1

Checklist

SAFETY-ALERT

SYMBOL

Watch for this symbol. It identies

potential hazards to health or personal
safety. It points out safety precautions.
It means:

ATTENTION - BE ALERT.

Your safety is involved.

Manuals

Note: Pre-Delivery Inspection Form must be

completed and submitted to Morris Industries
within 30 days of delivery date.

Parts Manual

Assembly Manual

Warranty Void if Not Registered

Order Part Number N50162

Order Part Number N62399

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Checklist

Checklist

General

Please read the Operator’s Manual carefully
and become a “SAFE” operator.

Adopt a good lubrication and maintenance
program.

Check if assembled correctly.

Proper chain tension.

Check hose connections.

Ensure cleanout door and tank lid are connected

correctly.

Lubrication - Grease

Metering Drive

Hitch Pivot

Castor Pivots

Opener Wheel Hubs

Wheel Hubs

Lubrication - Oil

Drive chains

Tire Pressure

See tire chart in Maintenance, Section 6.

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 3-3

Transport

Tighten wheel bolts.

Check hose connections.

Accumulator pressure is at 0.

Ball valves are in locked position.

TAKE SAFETY SERIOUSLY.

DO NOT TAKE

NEEDLESS CHANCES!!

Checklist

Notes

3-4 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Section 4: Introduction

Introduction

Section 4:

Introduction 4-1

Section Contents

Introduction .......................................................................................................................4-2

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 4-1

Introduction

Introduction

This Operator’s Manual has been carefully prepared
to provide the necessary information regarding the
operation and adjustments, so that you may obtain
maximum service and satisfaction from your new
MORRIS CX 8105 Air Drill.

To protect your investment, study your manual before

starting or operating in the eld. Learn how to operate

and service your CX 8105 Air Drill correctly, failure to do
so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

If you should find that you require information not
covered in this manual, contact your local MORRIS
Dealer. The Dealer will be glad to answer any questions
that may arise regarding the operation of your MORRIS
CX 8105 Air Drill.

MORRIS Dealers are kept informed on the best methods

of servicing and are equipped to provide prompt efcient

service if needed.

Occasionally, your CX 8105 Air Drill may require
replacement parts. Your Dealer will be able to supply you
with the necessary replacement parts required. If the
Dealer does not have the necessary part, the MORRIS
Factory will supply the Dealer with it promptly.

Your MORRIS CX 8105 Air Drill is designed to give

satisfaction even under difcult conditions. A small

amount of time and effort spent in protecting it against
rust, wear and replacing worn parts will increase the
life and trade-in value.

Keep this book handy for ready reference at all times. It is the policy of Morris Industries Ltd. to improve its
products whenever it is possible to do so. The Company reserves the right to make changes or add improvements
at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes on machines sold previously.

4-2 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Introduction - Continued

The MORRIS CX 8105 is a 105 bushel two tank cart,
with a 43:57 ratio tank split. The CX 8105 can be
equipped with an optional 10 bushel third tank for use
with small seeds. The high clearance frame gives easy
access to the metering wheels and the easiest cleanout
in the industry. The tank lids are easily accessed by the
convenient stairs and tank walkway.

Each tank has its own metering system and metering
drive. Included with the unit is a sample collector box

that an operator can use to conrm seeding rates.

The metering system incorporates spiral uted wheels.

The size of the metering wheel is matched to the number

of outlets on the patented at fan divider giving the best
in accuracy. The spiral uted metering wheels combined

with the multi-range transmission allows a full range of
products such as canola and peas to be seeded without
having to change the metering wheels.

The Air Cart comes equipped with a monitor that senses
all bin levels, motion of all metering shafts and fan speed.
It also gives ground speed and provides an acre meter.

Introduction

High quality 2 1/2” diameter hose is standard equipment

for the distribution system. The patented at fan divider,

which is matched in size to the metering wheel, ensures

nal accurate distribution of the product.

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Introduction

Notes

4-4 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Section 5: Operation

Operation

Section 5:

Operation 5-1

Section Contents

Application ........................................................................................................................5-3

Tractor ...............................................................................................................................5-3

Hitching ............................................................................................................................5-4

Hitching to Tractor .............................................................................................................5-4

Unhitching from Tractor ....................................................................................................5-6

Transport ...........................................................................................................................5-7

Speed .......................................................................................................................5-7

Lights ........................................................................................................................5-7

Transport to Field Position ..............................................................................................5-8

Transport to Field Position - Continued ..........................................................................5-9

Meter Drive Wheel Engagement ..............................................................................5-9

Field to Transport Position ............................................................................................ 5-10

Field to Transport Position - Continued ........................................................................5-11

Meter Wheel Disengagement .................................................................................5-11

Metering System .............................................................................................................5-12

Secondary Hose Installation ........................................................................................5-13

Seed Plate Sizes .........................................................................................................5-14

Seed Plate Installation .................................................................................................5-15

Bin Level Adjustment ......................................................................................................5-16

Filling Tank ......................................................................................................................5-16

Unloading Tanks ..............................................................................................................5-18

Rate Charts ....................................................................................................................5-19

Spacing Sprocket ........................................................................................................5-19

Rate Chart Use ............................................................................................................5-20

Extra Low Rates ..........................................................................................................5-21

Extra High Rates .........................................................................................................5-21

Fertilizer Rate Chart ....................................................................................................5-22

Seed Rate Chart ..........................................................................................................5-23

Slow Speed Seed Rate Chart .....................................................................................5-24

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-1

Operation

Section Contents - Continued

Rate Calibration ..............................................................................................................5-25

Seeding Fine Seeds (Canola, Mustard, etc.) ..................................................................5-27

Applying Inoculant ..........................................................................................................5-27

Hydraulic Fan Drive ........................................................................................................5-28

Fan Speed Recommendations .......................................................................................5-29

Double Shoot Settings ....................................................................................................5-30

Plenum Damper Settings .............................................................................................5-30

Collector Valve Settings ...............................................................................................5-31

Flapper Valve Run Test ................................................................................................5-31

Opener Operation ...........................................................................................................5-32

Accumulator System Operation and Pre-Charge Information ......................................5-32

Setting Maximum System Pressure (Trip Out Force) ...................................................5-33

Relieve System Pressure .............................................................................................5-34

Normal Operation ........................................................................................................5-34

Pressure Adjustment (On the go) ................................................................................5-35

Depth Adjustment ...........................................................................................................5-36

Work Switch ....................................................................................................................5-38

Quick Tips .......................................................................................................................5-39

Shank Trip Force ..........................................................................................................5-39

Packing Force ..............................................................................................................5-39

Hydraulic System ........................................................................................................5-39

Lifting and Lowering the Openers ................................................................................5-39

Setting the Seed Depth ...............................................................................................5-40

Seeding Conditions .....................................................................................................5-40

Straw Management .....................................................................................................5-40

Air Drill Frame ..............................................................................................................5-41

Trouble Shooting Guide ...............................................................................................5-41

Wing Lift Hydraulics ........................................................................................................5-42

Opener Hydraulics .........................................................................................................5-43

General Guidelines .........................................................................................................5-48

Turning .........................................................................................................................5-49

Seed Rate Settings ......................................................................................................5-49

Fertilizer Application ....................................................................................................5-49

Fan Setting ..................................................................................................................5-49

Product Application ......................................................................................................5-49

Adjustments and Operational Checks .........................................................................5-50

Checking Seed Flow ...................................................................................................5-50

Moisture Alert ..............................................................................................................5-50

Air Leaks .....................................................................................................................5-50

Tank Low in Product .....................................................................................................5-50

Monitor ........................................................................................................................5-51

General Field Operation .................................................................................................5-51

Clutch Switches ...........................................................................................................5-51

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CAUTION

BE ALERT

Application

The Morris CX 8105 utilizes independent parallel link
openers. Each opener moves independently of the
frame and each other to follow every contour of the
land closely. The unique design of the opener allows
the Morris CX 8105 to be used in a variety of seeding
applications from conventional to zero till applications.

Operation

SAFETY FIRST

REFER TO SECTION 1 AND REVIEW ALL SAFETY

RECOMMENDATIONS.

Tractor

Tires

• Proper ballast and tire pressure are required when
pulling heavy implements.

• Consult your tractor operator’s manual and follow all
recommended procedures.

Hydraulics

• Wipe all hydraulic ttings and couplers with a clean

cloth to avoid contaminating the system.

• Check that hydraulic reservoir is lled to the proper

level.

Drawbar

• Centre and pin in a xed position for easier hitching

and greater stability.

Warning

Do not permit smoking, sparks or an open
flame where combustible fuels are being used.
Keep the work area well ventilated.

Warning

Do not search for high pressure hydraulic
leaks without hand and face protection. A tiny,
almost invisible leak can penetrate skin, that
requires immediate medical attention.

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Operation

Hitching

Caution

A safety chain will help control towed
machines should it accidentally separate
from the drawbar while transporting. A
runaway machine could cause severe injury
or death. Use a safety chain with a strength
rating equal to or greater than the gross
weight of the towed machines.

Attach safety chain to the tractor drawbar
support or other specified anchor location
with the appropriate parts.

Hitching to Tractor

• Ensure swinging drawbar is locked in the centre
position.

• Ensure hitch pin is in good condition.

• Level clevis with tractor drawbar using hitch jack.

• Back tractor into position and attach hitch clevis to
drawbar, using an adequate hitch pin.

• Lock hitch pin in place with a hairpin or other proper
locking device.

• After tractor to implement connection is made, relieve
pressure off the hitch jack.

• Place hitch jack in transport position.

• Route safety chain through chain support and
drawbar support.

• Lock safety hook onto chain.

Note: Provide only enough slack in chain to permit

turning.

Caution

Dirt in the hydraulic system could damage
O-rings, causing leakage, pressure loss and
total system failure.

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Hitching to Tractor - Continued

• Place implement support stands into transport
postion.

• Ensure hydraulic hose quick couplers are dirt free.

• Inspect all ttings and hoses for leaks and kinks.

Repair as necessary

• Connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor quick
couplers.

Note: The 3/8” diameter hose for fan motor case

drain and pressure reducing valve, must be
run directly into the hydraulic tank otherwise
damage will occur to the seal in the motor.
If the hose is run through the filler cap then
ensure the cap is VENTED. A quick coupler
can still be used between the tractor and the
seeding tool.

• Mount digital pressure gauge and VRT console in
tractor cab with the LCD visible and with in easy
reach to operate.

• Route the digital pressure gauge harness away from
moving parts and sharp protrusions. Connect the
red wires to the positive (+) terminal of the battery.
Connect the black wires to the negative (-) terminal
of the battery.

Operation

SUPPORT

STAND

Support Stands Raised

CASE DRAIN

Hydraulic Coupling on Tractor

CLUTCH SWITCH LOCATED

IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO

OPERATOR FOR

EASY ACCESS.

PRESSURE

GAUGE

MONITOR LOCATED IN

EASILY VIEWED AREA.

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Operation

Unhitching from Tractor

• Place implement support stands into storage postion.

• Pin hitch jack in storage position.

• Lower hitch jack taking the weight off the hitch clevis.

Note: For added safety it is recommended to unload

any material that may be in the tanks.

• Ensure all transport locks are properly secured.

• Open “Operating” valve to service position and relieve
accumulator pressure from the opener system before
uncoupling hydraulic hoses.

• Relieve pressure in the wing lift hydraulic hoses by

positioning tractor hydraulic lever in “oat” position

or turn tractor engine off and cycle lever back and
forth several times.

• Disconnect the VRT controller and monitor cables.

• Disconnect the hydraulic hoses.

• Remove the safety chain.

• Remove the drawbar pin.

• Slowly move tractor away from cultivator.

OPERATING VALVE

PRESSURE

GAUGE

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Transport

Observe all applicable safety precautions under
transport heading in Safety, Section 1.

• Refer to Specifications, Section 2, for weight,
transport height, and width.

• Transport with tractor only!

• Ensure safety chain is attached correctly to the
towing vehicle and the hitch of the implement.

• Inspect tires for any serious cuts or abrasions. If
such has occurred, tire should be replaced.

• Raise and lower wings on level ground.

• Never raise or lower wings when moving.

Speed

• Always travel at a safe speed. Do Not Exceed 20
mph (32 kph).

• The weight of the implement being towed must not
exceed 1.5 times the weight of towing vehicle.

Operation

MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD. WILL NOT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OR
OPERATOR INJURY RESULTING FROM NON­USE OR IMPROPER USE OF TRANSPORT
LOCKS.

Caution

Raise and lower wings on level ground. Never
raise or lower wings when moving.

Lights

• Ensure proper reectors are in place, refer to Safety,

Section 1.

• Use ashing amber warning lights, turn signals and

SMV emblems when on public roads.

• Be familiar with, and adhere to, local laws.

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-7

Operation

Transport - Continued

Transport to Field Position

• Position machine on level ground.

• Stop tractor, and engage park brake.

• As a precaution, check surrounding area to be sure
it is safe to lower wings.

• Unlock the wing valve and opener valve. Do not walk
under raised wings.

• Operate opener hydraulics, to ensure all openers are
retracted.

• Operate wing lift hydraulics to ensure wings are

fully retracted.

• Operate wing lift hydraulics to rst open transport

lock, secondly to lower wings until fully lowered and
the cylinder shafts are completely extended to allow

wings to oat when working in uneven land. Never
raise or lower wings when moving.

Note: When raising or lowering wings, do so in one

continuous motion until fully up or down. Do

not stop ow part way allowing wings to fold

on their own. This may disrupt the sequence
of operation.

OPENERS VALVE

OPENERS

LOCKED

UNLOCKED

S44355

DECAL - S44355

WING VALVE

WINGS

LOCKED

UNLOCKED

S34428

DECAL - S34428

Danger

Always stay clear of wings being raised,
lowered or in elevated position. Ensure
cylinders are completely filled with hydraulic
fluid - wings may fall rapidly causing injury
or death.

1 2 3

WING LOCK

Fully Retract Wings to

free Wing Locks before

lowering Wings.

ENGAGED

WING LOCK

DISENGAGED

Lower Wings

5-8 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Transport - Continued

Transport to Field Position - Continued

Meter Drive Wheel Engagement

To engage Meter Drive Wheel follow the procedures
below:

• Place wing lift hydraulics into oat position to allow

the oil from the gland side of the Meter Drive Wheel

cylinder to ow back to the tractor.

• Operate the opener hydraulics to lower openers and
engage Meter Drive Wheel. Pressure on Meter
Drive Wheel should be set at 300 psi (2068 kPa)

• Adjust pressure as required with the Pressure
Reducing Valve.

• Place wing lift hydraulics into neutral position.

Note: Opener operating pressure must be greater

than the Meter Drive Wheel.

Operation

PRESSURE REDUCING

VALVE

Openers

Pressure

Meter Drive Wheel

300 psi

(2068 kPa)

Meter Drive Wheel

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-9

Operation

Transport - Continued

Field to Transport Position

• Position machine on level ground.

• Stop tractor, and engage park brake.

• Ensure wing lift cylinders are fully extended.

Note: The wing lift cylinders must be fully extended

to ensure proper operation of the flow

control valve (FCV) manifold.

• Operate the opener hydraulics, to raise the openers
fully.

• Operate the wing lift hydraulics, to rst raise the wings

fully into transport position, secondly to engage
transport lock. Never raise or lower wings when

moving.

Note: When raising or lowering wings, do so in one

continuous motion until fully up or down. Do

not stop ow part way allowing wings to fold

on their own. This may disrupt the sequence
of operation.

• Lock wing lift valve and opener valve. Do not walk
under raised wings.

• Ensure safety chain is properly installed, see
“Hitching to Tractor” of the Operation Section.

OPENERS VALVE WING VALVE

WING LOCK

ENGAGED

Danger

Always stay clear of wings being raised,
lowered or in elevated position. Ensure
cylinders are completely filled with hydraulic
fluid - wings may fall rapidly causing injury
or death.

For long distance transport or storage bleed all pressure
from Opener hydraulic system:

• Operate the opener hydraulics, to raise the openers

fully.

• Screw “Operating” valve out to open position.

• Put tractor remote in “oat” position.

• Let openers drop and pressure go to 0 psi (or near

0 psi) on gauge.

• Lift openers to transport position and lock

“Openers” valve.

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OPERATING VALVE

PRESSURE

GAUGE

Transport - Continued

Field to Transport Position - Continued

Meter Wheel Disengagement

To disengage Meter Drive Wheel follow the procedures
below:

• Raise and lock openers in transport position as
outlined on previous page.

• Operate the wing lift hydraulics to raise the wings
fully into transport position, this will raise the Meter
Drive Wheel into transport postion.

Operation

Meter Drive Wheel

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Operation

10 Outlet Head

9 Outlet Head

8 Outlet Head

7 Outlet Head

10 Outlet

Metering Wheel

with 1/4" spacers. with 3/8" spacers.

9 Outlet

Metering Wheel

with 1/2" spacers.

8 Outlet

Metering Wheel

with 5/8" spacers.

7 Outlet

Metering Wheel

with 1/8" spacers.

Metering Wheel

11 Outlet

11 Outlet Head

Metering System

The 8105 Air CART uses a combination of metering
wheels and spacers shown below. The metering wheel
is individually sized to correspond to the number of
outlets at the connected secondary head and the
spacers make up the space between the wheel and the
body. Some openings may be blanked off depending
on the number of secondary divider heads used on the
seeding tool.

The 8105 Air Cart can meter all types of seeds and
fertilizers by simply installing the correct seed plate.
See “Seed Plate Settings” for more details.

Note: Before putting product into the tanks check

the following:

1. The correct Seed Plates are installed for the product
being applied.

2. The clean-out doors are fully closed and sealed.

3. The plastic bag covering the fan is removed.

Different rates are easily obtained using the selection
of quick change sprockets that attach to either of the
two meter transmissions.

Important

Ensure distribution system is balanced. It is
very important that head outlets only vary by
one. (i.e. use only 7 and 8 together, 8 and 9
together, 9 and 10 together)

Note: The number of outlets on the divider head

must match the metering wheel size.

5-12 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Metering System - Continued

No. 10

No. 9

No. 8

No. 7

No. 11

Secondary Hose Installation

Operation

The lengths of the 15/16” (24 mm) diameter hoses are

very important.

For accurate distribution the secondary hoses have to be
arranged by length symmetrically around the centre line.

The longest hoses have to be in the centre of the
divider head. These hoses would normally feed the
openers furthest away from the head.

• Ensure that the secondary hoses 15/16” (24 mm)
diameter do not run higher than 3” (76 mm) above

the height of the at fan divider head.

• Allow an extra 3” (76 mm) of hose before cutting

secondary hose for tting in the seed boot.

• Always ensure that the secondary hoses are

sufciently long to accommodate tripping of trips.

• Avoid sharp bends in any of the hoses.

• Check for pinch points and clearances when folding
in and out of transport.

Important

Hot water is the only acceptable lubricant for
the installation of the secondary hose.

The supplier advised MORRIS that WD-40 or any
other lubricant (i.e. liquid detergent) will have a
negative effect on the chemical stability of the
hose, resulting in the degradation and failure of
the hose due to Environmental Stress Cracking.

Important

Distribution uniformity will be adversely
affected if hoses are incorrectly installed.

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-13

Operation

Seed Plate Usage

Product Seed Plate

Canola
Canary Seed
Clover/Alfalfa
Flax
Mustard
Nitragin
Edge
Fortress
Rival

Fine

Barley
Lentils
Milo
Oats
Rice
Wheat
Safflower
Nodulator
Tag Team
Fine Fertilizer (no Sulphur or Potash)
28-0-0 Fertilizer
46-0-0 Fertilizer
34-17-0 Fertilizer

20.5-0-0-24 Fertilizer

Medium

Beans
Peas
Soybeans
Sunflowers
0-0-60 Fertilizer
0-45-0 Fertilizer
10-46-0-0 Fertilizer
11-51-0 Fertilizer
Fertilizers containing Sulphur and/or
Potash

Coarse

Metering System - Continued

Seed Plate Sizes

The seed plate comes in 3 different sizes, ne, medium

and coarse. Each seed plate is designed for use with

specic product types. The coarse seed plate is offered

in two versions - standard and coated. The coated seed
plate is recommended for DAP fertilizers.

The three different seed plates allow all types of seeds
and fertilizers to be metered.

The seed plate has only one position, fully closed
against the back plates assembled to the metering body.

IDENTIFICATION

The stainless steel seed plates are identied by an

inscription (FINE, MEDIUM, or COARSE) on the back
as indicated.

5-14 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Seed Plate - Stainless Steel

Metering System - Continued

Seed Plate Installation

• Ensure Tank Shut-Offs are closed if there is product
in the tanks.

Note: Tank Shut-Offs are only for use when

inspecting/servicing meter body with
product in tank.

• Install seed plate with hook to the top of the metering
body.

• Rotate seed plate towards the metershaft with
top part of seed plate hooked to the shaft running
through the top of the meter body.

• Let the seed plate hang in the metering body.

• Rotate seed plate lock down to push seed plate
against the back plate.

• Install the “J” bolts into the slotted lug welded to the
meter body and tighten the wing nuts. Do not adjust

the ange nuts on the “J” bolts. These nuts are preset

on assembly. Refer to Maintenance Section under
“Seed Plate Adjustment” for details.

• Ensure Tank Shut-Offs are opened.

Operation

LEVER LOCK

SEED PLATE LEVER

HOOKED LUGS

Important

Seed Plate Position

Once “J” bolt wing nuts are tightened, indents
in the side plates should just be visible in the
slotted area of the hook.

Seed Plate

HOOK SEED PLATE

ON SHAFT

INDENT

SEED PLATE LOCK

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-15

“J” BOLT

Operation

Bin Level Adjustment

• Adjust bin level sensor to desired alarm point.

- Top position for large seeds, high rates of fertilizer.

- Middle postion for cereal grains.

- Lower postion for ne seeds.

Filling Tank

The Morris 8105 Air Cart is equipped with 2 tanks. The
front tank is for seed and the rear tank is for fertilizer. The
optional third tank is for use with small seeds. However,
ALL tanks can be used for the same product.

• Open lid fully on tank being lled.

• Check and remove any debris inside tank.

• Remove clean-out door.

• Remove seed plate.

• Check for debris inside metering body.

• Ensure Tank Shut-Offs work freely.

BIN LEVEL SENSOR

Warning

Do not enter tank unless another person is
present.

Important

Before putting product into the tanks check the
following:

1. The correct seed plate is installed for product
being applied.

2. The clean-out doors are fully closed and
sealed.

3. The plastic bag covering the fan is removed.

4. Inspect all augers used in handling the
products for seeding. Run augers to clean
out any debris inside auger so it does not get
transferred to air cart tanks.

Inspect Metering Body

5-16 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Filling Tank - Continued

• Check that the correct seed plate is installed for the
product being applied.

• Fully close and seal the clean-out door.

• Ensure the auger screen is in place.

• Always use screen to lter debris when lling.

• Adjust bin level sensor to desired alarm point.

Note: Even small fertilizer lumps can cause

problems with plugging. All possible
precautions should be taken to prevent
lumpy fertilizer from entering the tank.

• Clean lid seal and ensure lid seal is positioned
correctly before closing tank lid.

• Remove the plastic bag covering fan.

• Check lid for air leaks with your hands once air cart
fan is operational. See Maintenance Section 7.

• Check metering body for air leaks.

Note: Before seeding it is recommended that after a

rain or dew that fan be run for a few minutes
to eliminate moisture in the system.

Operation

Clean-Out Door

Tank Screen to lter debris

Important

Do not exceed 10 mph (16 kph)

in field operation.

SEED PLATE

STORAGE

Note: Only the two tank version has storage under

walkway.

Walkway Storage

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-17

Operation

N36265

Calibration

Bottom Pipe

Clean-Out

Pipe

Top

Unloading Tanks

Emptying tanks is quick and easy to do.

• Position an auger under the tank to be emptied. Note:
Ladder must be in transport position to access tanks.

• Remove collector bottom.

• Move apper valves to “Bottom Pipe” position on
the collector body. (Double Shoot Only)

• Loosen inspection door approximately 1” (25 mm).
Note: The wing nuts will be near the end of the
threaded rod.

• Start auger.

• Open seed plate to rst lock point, this will allow
material to ow through the metering body into the

auger.

• Once all material stops owing, move “Shut-off”

levers in and out a few times to dislodge any product
and ensure free movement.

• Remove meter body inspection door and seed plate
completely.

• Rotate meter shaft using crank to empty meter wheel

utes.

• Brush out remaining material in the corners and on
top of the back plate.

• Reset apper valves to correct position for product
delivery. Ensure that the apper settings are correct.

This can be done by visually checking that the

appers are fully over and touching the side walls,
sealing off the individual airstreams. The appers

can be adjusted by loosening the individual adjusting
setscrews and applying pressure to the flapper
forcing it against the side wall while tightening the
setscrew.

• Reinstall correct seed plate for product being
metered.

• Reinstall inspection door and collector bottom
ensuring that the seals are free from leaks.

COLLECTOR BOTTOM

LEVER LOCK

SEED PLATE LEVER

INSPECTION DOOR

Double Shoot Only

FLAPPER VALVE

Double Shoot Only

AUGER

Danger

Keep all shields in place. Keep hands, feet
and clothing away from auger intake, failure
to do so will result in serious injury or death.

5-18 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Rate Charts

New Spacing Sprocket =

(

New Spacing

)

x 20

12”

Spacing Sprocket

Operation

The rate chart applies to all spacings listed below.

Check that the correct spacing sprocket is installed on
your machine. This sprocket is located on the inner side
of the rear transmission on the clutch output shaft and
also on the calibration crank.

The spacing sprocket must be matched to the seeding
tool trip spacing.

Determining Spacing Sprocket

To determine spacing sprocket for other spacings not
listed in the chart use the following equation:

The rate charts and drive rates are all based upon 12”
spacing - 20 tooth sprocket.

Note: Due to ratios of spacing the value may not

be a whole number and should be rounded
to nearest value.

Spacing Sprocket

Opener Spacing Spacing Sprocket

7.2” (183 mm) 12 teeth

7.5” (191 mm) 12 teeth

8” (203 mm) 13 teeth

9” (229 mm) 15 teeth

10” (254 mm) 17 teeth

12” (305 mm) 20 teeth

15” (381 mm) 25 teeth

Note: The rate charts should only be used as a

guide. Variation in seed size, density, shape,
tire pressure and wheel sinkage are all
factors that can influence the seed rate.

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-19

Operation

METER SHAFT

SPROCKET

STANDARD

LOW RATE

HIGH RATE

40 TOOTH

35 TOOTH

15 TOOTH

25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80

20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60

80 90 100 110 120130 140 150160 170 180190 200210 220

15

(LARGE)

CHICK PEAS

(SMALL & MEDIUM)

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20

25 TOOTH

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

31

32

35

38

40

44

45

180175170165160155150

145

185

RATE CHART
AIRSEEDER

SAFFLOWER

S

B

LENTILS (LAIRD)

FLAX

X

OATS

BARLEY

A

ADMIRAL PEAS

W

SPRING WHEAT

DURUM

WINTER WHEAT

LENTILS (ESTON)

FABA BEANS

MEDIUM

MEDIUM

MEDIUM

FINE

MEDIUM

COARSE

COARSE

26

39

50

62

54

60

62

63

60

60

62

SEED

PLATE

LBS/BUS

D

ENSIT

Y

DIRECT DRIVE

SPROCKET

CHANGE

QUICK

RATE (LBS/ACRE)

8065 70 75 9585 90 100

9085 12595 100 105 110115 120

230 240 250 260 270 280 290 300 310

O

L

MEDIUM

E

MEDIUM

FALL RYE

56

COARSE

P

PINTO BEANS

59

COARSEGARBONZO BEANS

Z

62

SOBX LW

E

E

WLXBOSPZ

P

Z

A

COARSE

57

Rate Charts - Continued

Rate Chart Use

The rate chart applies to all spacings listed below.

The spacing sprocket must be matched to the seeding
tool trip spacing see “Spacing Sprocket”.

The charts should only be used as a guide. Specic

rates can be achieved by using the rate check method
as outlined under “Rate Calibration”.

To determine a seed/fertilizer rate from the chart:

• Go to the desired rate along the line marked

“Standard” of a specic graph. (i.e. 95 lbs/acre of

wheat)

• Go straight up from that point to where that line is
intersected by the graph. This will give the sprocket
size required to give the particular rate chosen.

• At this intersection go straight across to the vertical
line of the graph. This will give the sprocket size
required to give the particular rate chosen. (i.e. 95
lbs/acre of wheat requires a 29 tooth sprocket)

• Change the Quick Change Sprocket see “Metering
Rate Adjustment”.

• Perform a rate check to conrm the seed rate see “Rate
Calibration”.

• Repeat the above
procedure for the
other tank.

• For very low or
very high rates,
see next page

“Extra Low
Rates” and “Extra
High Rates”.

RATE

CHANGE

METER SHAFT

SPROCKET

SPROCKET

IDLER

Note: The rate charts should only be used as a

guide. Variation in seed size, density, shape,
tire pressure and wheel sinkage are all
factors that can influence the seed rate.

5-20 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Rate Charts - Continued

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Standard 25 Tooth 45 Tooth 12 Tooth

Low Rate

(1)

35 Tooth 33 Tooth 12 Tooth

Low Rate

(2)

40 Tooth 26 Tooth 12 Tooth

High Rate 15 Tooth 45 Tooth 18 Tooth

Extra Low Rates

Although the charts show a minimum rate of 35 lbs.
per acre for fertilizer and 20 lbs. per acre for seed,
sometimes this is not low enough, especially when
product is being metered from both tanks.

Rates under the values mentioned can be achieved by
replacing the standard 25 tooth meter shaft sprocket
on the front of the transmission with either a 35 or 40
tooth sprocket.

The rates obtained when using the 35 and 40 tooth
sprocket are shown on the rate charts beside the
respective size sprocket.

When both tanks are being used to meter the same
product then the 25 tooth sprocket on each transmission
must be changed. Now both transmissions will have the
same size metershaft sprocket.

RATE

CHANGE

SPROCKET

Operation

METER SHAFT

SPROCKET

IDLER

The same metering chain can be used with these larger
sprockets up to a certain size of quick change sprocket.

To determine a rate from the chart:

• Go to the desired rate along the line next to the size
of metershaft sprocket used.

• Go straight up from that point to where that line is
intersected by the graph line of the particular product
being metered.

• At this intersection go straight across to the vertical
line of the graph. This will give the sprocket size
required to give the particular rate chosen.

• Change the quick change sprocket and repeat the

rate check to conrm the seed rate.

• Repeat the above procedure for the other tanks.

Extra High Rates

In areas where higher rates of product are required the
metershaft sprocket is changed from the standard 25
tooth to a 15 tooth.

Use the method described under EXTRA LOW RATES
to determine the required metering rate.

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-21

Operation

Rate Charts - Continued

Fertilizer Rate Chart

QUICK

CHANGE

SPROCKET

STANDARD

LOW RATE

HIGH RATE

METER SHAFT

SPROCKET

25 TOOTH

40 TOOTH

35 TOOTH

15 TOOTH

45

44

DIRECT DRIVE

40

38

35

32

31

29

28

27

26

25

24

23

22

21

20

19

18

17

16

15

14

13

12

35

40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115120 125 130 135140 145 150

30 40 45 55 60

35 5025

30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80

80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

RATE (LBS/ACRE)

F1 F2 F3 F4

155

160 165170 175 180 185 190195

RATE CHART

MEDIUM

MEDIUM

MEDIUM

COARSE

COARSE
COARSE

SEED

PLATE

AIRSEEDER

FERTILIZER

46-0-0

FERTILIZER

34-17-0

FERTILIZER

20.5-0-0-24

FERTILIZER
11-51-0
(COARSE AGGREGATE BLENDS)

FERTILIZER
0-0-60
0-45-0

10065 70 8075 85 90 95

10085 90 95 105 110 120 125

250240 260 310290280 300 320

F1

F2

F3

F4

F5

115

270230

DENSITY

LBS/FT

48

52

60

56

67
62

F5

3

NOTE:

RATE CHART APPLIES T0 7-1/2", 8", 9", 10" & 12" SPACINGS.

1)
CLUTCH OUTPUT SPROCKETS FOR:

2)

THIS RATE CHART SHOULD ONLY BE TAKEN AS A GUIDE FOR

3)
FINDING THE APPROXIMATE SPROCKET. RATE WILL VARY WITH
DIFFERENT MATERIAL DENSITIES AND SEED SIZES.
SEE PROCEDURE DESCRIBED IN THE OPERATORS MANUAL
TO OBTAIN A PRECISE RATE.

7-1/2" SPACING

8" SPACING

9" SPACING
10" SPACING
12" SPACING

-

-

-

-

-

12 TOOTH
13 TOOTH
15 TOOTH
17 TOOTH
20 TOOTH

THIS RATE CHART IS NOT INDICATIVE OF THE MAXIMUM

4)
AMOUNT OF PRODUCT THAT CAN BE APPLIED. CAPACITY WILL
VARY WITH GROUND SPEED AND CULTIVATOR WIDTH.

METER SHAFT SPROCKET5)QUICK CHANGE SPROCKETS

25 TOOTH

40 TOOTH

35 TOOTH

15 TOOTH

-

-

-

-

45 TOOTH MAX.

12 TOOTH MIN.

26 TOOTH MAX.

12 TOOTH MIN.

33 TOOTH MAX.

12 TOOTH MIN.

45 TOOTH MAX.

18 TOOTH MIN.

N36023

5-22 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Rate Charts - Continued

METER SHAFT

SPROCKET

STANDARD

LOW RATE

HIGH RATE

40 TOOTH

35 TOOTH

15 TOOTH

N36022

TO OBTAIN A PRECISE RATE.

SEE PROCEDURE DESCRIBED IN THE OPERATORS MANUAL

DIFFERENT MATERIAL DENSITIES AND SEED SIZES.

FINDING THE APPROXIMATE SPROCKET. RATE WILL VARY WITH

THIS RATE CHART SHOULD ONLY BE TAKEN AS A GUIDE FOR

CLUTCH OUTPUT SPROCKETS FOR:

RATE CHART APPLIES T0 7-1/2", 8", 9", 10" & 12" SPACINGS.

1)

NOTE:

3)

2)

4)

THIS RATE CHART IS NOT INDICATIVE OF THE MAXIMUM
AMOUNT OF PRODUCT THAT CAN BE APPLIED. CAPACITY WILL
VARY WITH GROUND SPEED AND CULTIVATOR WIDTH.

METER SHAFT SPROCKET5)QUICK CHANGE SPROCKETS

25 TOOTH

45 TOOTH MAX.

12 TOOTH MIN.

-

­12 TOOTH MIN.

26 TOOTH MAX.

40 TOOTH

35 TOOTH

33 TOOTH MAX.

12 TOOTH MIN.

-

­18 TOOTH MIN.

45 TOOTH MAX.

15 TOOTH

7-1/2" SPACING

-

12 TOOTH

8" SPACING

-

13 TOOTH

9" SPACING

-

15 TOOTH

10" SPACING

-

17 TOOTH

12" SPACING

-

20 TOOTH

25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80

20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60

80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220

15

(LARGE)

CHICK PEAS

(SMALL & MEDIUM)

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20

25 TOOTH

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

31

32

35

38

40

44

45

180175170165160155150

145

185

RATE CHART
AIRSEEDER

SAFFLOWER

S

B

LENTILS (LAIRD)

FLAX

X

OATS

BARLEY

A

ADMIRAL PEAS

W

DURUM

WINTER WHEAT

FALL RYE

LENTILS (ESTON)

FABA BEANS

MEDIUM

MEDIUM

MEDIUM

FINE

MEDIUM

COARSE

COARSE

26

39

50

62

54

60

63

60

56

60

62

SEED

PLATE

LBS/BUS

DENSITY

DIRECT DRIVE

SPROCKET

CHANGE

QUICK

RATE (LBS/ACRE)

8065 70 75 9585 90 100

9085 12595 100 105 110 115 120

230 240 250 260 270 280 290 300 310

O

L

MEDIUM

E

MEDIUM

SPRING WHEAT

62

COARSE

P

PINTO BEANS

59

COARSEGARBONZO BEANS

Z

62

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E

E

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P

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57

Seed Rate Chart

Operation

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-23

Operation

Rate Charts - Continued

Slow Speed Seed Rate Chart

5-24 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Rate Calibration

N36265

Calibration

Bottom Pipe

Clean-Out

Pipe

Top

The practice of doing a rate calibration is strongly
recommended as it will conrm the actual amounts of
product being put into the ground.

Checking the rate on the 9s Series Air Cart is very
simple.

• Ensure Fan is not running.

• Ensure correct seed plates are installed.

• Set Flapper Valves to “Calibration”as per the decal
located on the front of the Collector.

• Remove the wing nuts on the collector bottom.

• Remove the bottom of the collector.

• Remove the metering chain from the transmission
that is not being checked.

• Check that the desired rate change sprocket is
installed in the transmission.

• Hook the Rate Calibration Insert on collector bottom
and rotate up into postion. Secure in place with slide
lock.

• Turn the crank until material begins to fall through
the collector body.

• Slide rate check box on the collector body.

• Turn the crank in direction of the arrow (Counter
Clockwise) the required number of turns.

th

25 ft - 1/10

- 1/10th acre Calibration - 9.5 Cranks

31 ft - 1/10

- 1/10th acre Calibration - 7.75 Cranks

Note: Incorrect rates will occur if crank is rotated

clockwise or not turned precisely the correct
number of turns.

hectare Calibration - 23.48 Cranks

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hectare Calibration - 19.15 Cranks

Operation

Note: The fan must not be running when a rate

check is performed.

SLIDE LOCK

HOOK

RATE CALIBRATION INSERT

Calibration Insert

RATE CHECK BOX

FLAPPER VALVE

LEVER

COLLECTOR

Important

Flapper Valves must be set to

“CALIBRATION”

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-25

COLLECTOR

BOTTOM

WING NUT

Double Shoot Shown

Operation

Rate Calibration - Continued

• Weigh the sample by using tarp straps to hook rate
check box to spring scale.

Note: Remember to subtract the weight of the rate

check box from the total sample weight.

• Check this rate against rate required.

For 1/10 hectare sample:

Rate = kg/ha = Sample Weight (kg) x 10

For 1/10 acre sample:
Rate = lbs/acre = Sample Weight (lbs) x 10

• If a different rate is required then increase or
decrease the size of the rate change sprocket.
Increasing the sprocket size will increase the rate
and vice versa.

• Replace the bottom of the collector.

Note: Arrow directions on the collector bottom

must point in the same direction as the ones
on the collector body.

• Follow the above procedure to check the rate of the
other tanks.

WEIGH SAMPLE

LID LATCH

Important

Proper measurement of sample weight is
critical for application rate accuracy.

Prime metering wheels before taking actual
sample.

Remember to subtract the weight of the rate
check box from the total sample weight.

STORAGE BOX

Walkway Storage

Note: Only the two tank version has storage under

walkway.

5-26 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Seeding Fine Seeds (Canola, Mustard, etc.)

When seeding ne seeds such as canola or mustard, the

slow speed transmission has to be engaged to ensure
the low rates required for these products.

The slow speed transmission is incorporated in All the
Posi-Drive Transmissions.

• To engage the slow speed, remove the large hairpin
from the front shaft and install through the sleeve and
shaft located at the rear of the transmission.

Note: Shaft will have to be rotated to align holes for

pin insertion.

• To disengage the slow speed, reverse the above
procedure.

• Rate checks can be performed the same way as for
other seeds.

• Usually it is necessary to reduce the fan rpm when

seeding ne seeds. See “Fan Speed” for specic fan

speeds.

Operation

N19028 - Slow Speed

Applying Inoculant

When inoculant is applied at the time of seeding, once

the air cart has been lled, the ll-lids should be left

open and the fan run for 5-10 minutes at full rpm to dry
the seed.

Calibration must be done after the seed is dried,
otherwise the calibration will be incorrect.

HAIRPIN

Rear Transmission Shown

Note: If the seed is not dried then the seed will have

a tendency to bridge and not meter into the
air stream.

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-27

Operation

Hydraulic Fan Drive

The piston type orbit motor on the fan requires tractor to
have either a load sensing hydraulic system or a closed

center hydraulic system with ow control.

The ow required is 18 U.S. gpm (68 liters) for the 12

cc motor at a pressure of 2,750 p.s.i. (18,960 kPa)

However, smaller ows can be used depending on the

product being metered.

For correct operation of the fan the hydraulic motor must
be coupled to the priority valve (if tractor is so equipped)
in the hydraulic valve bank.

Check with the tractor manual or manufacturer to
determine if or which spool is a “priority valve”.

Speed uctuations will result if the fan is not connected

to the priority valve if hydraulic system is equipped with
a priority valve.

Ensure couplers are free of dirt and are clean when
connecting the fan hydraulics to the tractor.

Fan speed is adjusted by increasing the amount of oil
being delivered to the motor by adjusting the respective

ow control valve until the desired rpm is displayed on

the monitor.

Note: There is a one-way check valve installed in the

hydraulic circuit. If the fan does not rotate,
then move hydraulic lever in the opposite
direction; this will engage the fan. This valve
prevents damage to the hydraulic systems
when the fan is shut OFF, by allowing the fan
to freewheel.

A piston motor creates leakage past the internal
components for lubrication. This oil needs to go back
to the oil reservoir at the lowest pressure possible. The
motor has a 3/8” diameter case drain line. This line must
be connected directly into the tractor hydraulic reservoir
to ensure that there is zero back pressure in the drain
line; otherwise damage will result to the motor.

Hydraulic Drive

IMPORTANT

Run hydraulic fan drive at lowest rpm possible
(1,000-2,000) for 5-10 minutes before operating
at set rpm. This is required to warm up the
hydraulic fluid. Cold hydraulic fluid will cause
pressure spikes in the system that will damage
the case drain seal in the orbit motor.

CASE DRAIN

Hydraulic Coupling on Tractor

5-28 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

13 inch Diameter Impeller

Suggested Fan RPM @ 5 mph

Combined

Application Rate

Fan Speed Setting

Single Shoot Double Shoot

3 - 50 lbs/acre

3 - 56 kg/ha

3500 - 3750 RPM 3400 - 3650 RPM

50 - 100 lbs/acre

56 112 kg/ha

3750 - 4000 RPM 3650 - 3900 RPM

100 - 150 lbs/acre

112 - 168 kg/ha

4000 - 4250 RPM 3900 - 4150 RPM

150 - 200 lbs/acre

168 - 224 kg/ha

4250 - 4500 RPM 4150 - 4400 RPM

200 - 250 lbs/acre

224 - 280 kg/ha

4500 - 4750 RPM 4400 - 4650 RPM

250 - 300 lbs/acre

280 - 336 kg/ha

4750 - 5000 RPM 4650 - 4900 RPM

300 - 350 lbs/acre

336 - 392 kg/ha

5000 - 5250 RPM 4900 - 5150 RPM

> 350 lbs/acre

> 392 kg/ha

5250 - 5500 RPM 5150 - 5400 RPM

Note:

Fan Speeds given are when applying product.
It is normal for fan speed to drop when not applying product.

Fan Speed Recommendations

Adequate air volume is necessary at all times to carry
the product in the air stream. Air volume can be

controlled by adjusting hydraulic oil ow on hydraulic

fan drives or adjusting engine speed on engine fan
drive models.

Air volume; hence fan speed requirements will vary with:

1. Ground speed

2. Metering rate

3. Number of primary runs

4. Width of machine

5. Density and size of material

Excessive fan speed can cause seed damage, seed
bouncing and premature wear of the system.

Generally fan speed is adequate if product ows through

the hoses without surging and the hoses empty quickly
and evenly when the system shuts down.

The chart below list suggested fan speeds for various
application rates.

Operation

Note: It is recommended that after a rain or dew the

fan be run two to three minutes to expel any
moisture in the system.

Important

Keep fan impeller blades clean at all times.

Note: The charts should be used only as a guide.

CX 8105 - Ground Drive December 2016 5-29

If plugging or surging occurs increase the
fan speed to eliminate the problem.

Note: Once fan speed is properly set, be sure

to adjust the monitor fan alarm setting
accordingly. See Monitor Section “Monitor
Programming”.

Operation

Double Shoot Settings

Plenum Damper Settings

Adequate air volume is necessary at all times to carry
the product in the air stream. Air volume can be
controlled by adjusting the plenum damper settings.

The table below lists initial plenum damper settings for
certain products.

Note: The settings in the table should be used only

as a guide.

• If fertilizer plugging or surging occurs decrease the
seed damper setting to eliminate the problem.

• If seed plugging or surging occurs increase the seed
damper setting to eliminate the problem.

Suggested Plenum Settings

Product Seed Fertilizer

Fine

Seeds

Coarse

Grains

Large

Seeds

Single
Shoot

Note:

Rate

lb/acre

All Rates 1 All Rates Open

90 lb

(100 kg/ha)

90 lb

(100 kg/ha)

90 lb

(100 kg/ha)

180 lb

(200 kg/ha)

Lower

Pipes

Upper

Pipes

See “Fan Speeds” for Fan RPM.

Damper

Setting

Open

4

3

Open

- Top Damper Closed

- Bottom Damper Open

- Top Damper Open

- Bottom Damper Closed

Rate

lb/acre

50 lb

(56 kg/ha)

100 lb

(112 kg/ha)

150 + lb

(168 kg/ha)

40 lb

(45 kg/ha)

Damper

Setting

2

Open

Open

2

5-30 December 2016 CX 8105 - Ground Drive

Double Shoot Settings - Continued

N36265

Calibration

Bottom Pipe

Clean-Out

Pipe

Top

Collector Valve Settings

Located in each upper collector body are apper valves

for machines equipped with Double or Triple Shoot. The

apper valve must be properly set in order for product
to ow correctly.

See illustrations on following pages for specic settings

for various combinations for Triple, Double and Single
Shoot set ups.

Flapper valves must be cycled daily to free valves of
any fertilizer and grain dust accumulations.

Whenever valves are cycled or reset to a new position
the position should be visually inspected as follows:

• Set apper valves to correct position for product

delivery.

• Remove the inspection door and visually check that

the appers are fully over and touching the side walls,

sealing off the individual air streams.

• The flappers can be adjusted by loosening the
individual adjusting setscrews and applying pressure

to the apper forcing it against the side wall while

tightening the setscrew.

Operation

Flapper in “Bottom Pipe” Setting

Note: The bottom airstream should be used to

Flapper Valve Run Test

Use the following procedure to check that the apper

valves do not move when air pressure is applied to

under side of appers.

• Check flapper valves in both directions with air

• Always wear safety goggles, breathing apparatus

• With fan running check apper valve position.

• The flappers can be adjusted by loosening the

carry the higher rate of product.

running.

- If valve is set to direct product into the bottom pipe,

have the plenum damper open for the top pipes
and closed to the bottom pipes.

- If valve is set to direct product into the top pipe,

have the plenum damper open for the bottom pipes
and closed to the top pipes.

and gloves when working with granular chemical or
treated seed per the manufacture’s instructions.

individual adjusting setscrews and applying pressure

to the apper forcing it against the side wall while

tightening the setscrew.

IMPORTANT

Cycle Collector Valve Daily

to ensure free movement.

Minimum of 5 cycles.

N36264

Caution

Care should be taken when
working near the air cart while
the fan is running. Product
blowing out of the system
could cause personal injury.

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Operation

Opener Operation

Accumulator System Operation and Pre-Charge Information

• Always turn “Operating” valve out to bleed off/service
position and relieve hydraulic pressure from the
system before performing maintenance or repairs.

Note: Accumulator can store pressure even when

disconnected from tractor.

• The gas bladder in the hydraulic accumulator should
be pre-charged with dry nitrogen gas before being
mounted on the unit.

• Different accumulator pre-charge pressures will allow
for different ranges of trip out force, as shown in the
chart.

• Pre-charge pressure should be set for the most
common working conditions.

• Lower pre-charge pressures with higher operating
pressures will give longer lifting and lowering times.

HIGH-PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD

To prevent serious injury or death:

• Relieve pressure on hydraulic system before
servicing or disconnecting hoses.

• Wear proper hand and eye protection when
searching for leaks. Use wood or cardboard
instead of hands.

• Keep all components in good repair.

Warning

PRESSURE

ADJUSTMENT

Accumulator Operating Range

Nitrogen

Pre-charge

Pressure

350 psi (2413 kPa) 450 psi (3102 kPa) 1200 psi (8274 kPa)

* Maximum system hydraulic pressure is 1200 psi or 4 times the pre-charge
pressure, whichever is the lower number.

OPERATING

VALVE

Minimum Maximum

Display Pressure

ACCUMULATOR

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Opener Operation - Continued

S44355

UNLOCKED

OPENERS

LOCKED

Setting Maximum System Pressure (Trip Out Force)

• To determine the approximate trip out force in pounds
on each shank, divide the system hydraulic pressure
in the circuit by 1.5.

For example: A system hydraulic pressure of 750 psi
(5171 kPa) would be approximately 500 lbs (227 Kg)
trip force at each shank.

Operation

Important

Note: Due to the variation of friction effects, this

• Maximum hydraulic operating pressure can be set

Note: Set “Pressure” valve pressure 100 - 150

Note : Operate system at the lowest system pressure

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trip force is approximate.

by dialing the reducing valve in to increase allowable
pressure, and dialing it out to decrease allowable
pressure. This adjustment is done in order to set
a maximum working pressure; pressure can be
decreased below the set point and increased back
up to the set point on the go from the tractor.

1. Ensure the “Operating” valve is set to operating

position and the “Openers” ball valve is set to

unlocked position to allow ow.

2. Begin by dialing the adjustment all the way out on

the “Pressure” valve.

3. Dial the “Pressure” valve setting in 1 full turn.

4. Operate the tractor remote to pressurize the

accumulator circuit. Once the pressure has
stopped climbing check the system pressure on
the gauge.

psi above the desired working pressure
in order to allow for pressure drop from
accumulator cooling and valve hysteresis.
System pressure will level off and hold after
approximately 1 minute.

5. If the pressure in the system is high enough

to achieve the desired trip out force, setting is
complete. If the pressure is too low, relieve the
circuit pressure using the tractor remote and
repeat steps 3 and 4 until the desired pressure is
achieved.

6. If the system pressure is too high, relieve the circuit

pressure using the tractor remote, and then dial
the “Pressure” valve adjustment out incrementally.
Repeat step 4 until the desired system pressure
has been reached.

that will keep shanks locked vertical during
seeding and provide adequate packing
pressure. Excessive hydraulic pressure may
disturb rocks and damage carbides.

Do not exceed 4 times the nitrogen pre-charge
pressure or 1200 psi, whichever is the lower
number.

DECAL - S44355

PRESSURE

ADJUSTMENT

Valve Locations

OPERATING

VALVE

OPENERS

BALL VALVE

Operation

S44355

UNLOCKED

OPENERS

LOCKED

Opener Operation - Continued

Relieve System Pressure

To bleed all pressure from Opener hydraulic system:

• Open “Operating” valve to service/bleed-off
position.

• Lift openers to transport position.

• Put tractor remote in “oat” position.

• Let openers drop and pressure go to 0 psi (or near
0 psi) on gauge.

• Lift openers to transport position and lock
“Openers” valve.

Normal Operation

• Set operating pressure as described under “Setting
Maximum System Pressure”.

• Ensure the “Operating” valve is turned in to operating
position and the “Openers” ball valve is set to

unlocked position to allow oil ow.

• With the Contour Air Drill moving forward, lower
openers into the ground. Hold tractor hydraulic
lever until the maximum preset operating pressure is
reached (see “Setting Maximum System Pressure”).
This ensures that all of the openers are fully charged
and engaged.

• When turning at head land, the openers do not need
to be completely cycled from working to fully lifted
position. The openers can be lifted just to the point
that they do not contact the ground. This will reduce
the time required to fully recharge the hydraulic
accumulator to the preset operating pressure.

• Avoid sharp turns with drill in ground. Turns sharp
enough to cause the inside openers of the air drill
to reverse direction may cause openers to plug.

OPERATING VALVE

PRESSURE

ADJUSTMENT

Valve Locations

PRESSURE

GAUGE

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OPERATING

VALVE

OPENERS

BALL VALVE

Note: Under “Normal Operation” the valve block

will maintain the set system pressure in the
accumulator when openers are raised.

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PRESSURE

GAUGE

Opener Operation - Continued

Pressure Adjustment (On the go)

Pressure can be changed on the go to adjust for variable

eld conditions by using the tractor remote.

In order to lower the accumulator pressure on the go,
the “Operating” valve must be turned out to the bleed­off/service position.

Note: Operating pressure may drop more than

the 100 psi (689 kPa) described under
“Setting Maximum System Pressure” when
the “Operating” valve is set to the bleed­off/service position. This is dependant on
tractor valve leakage.

Operation

Important

The “Operating” valve must be set to the
“Bleed Off / Service” Position in order to lower
accumulator pressure with openers in operating
position.

• Screw “Operating” valve out to open position for “on
the go” pressure adjustment.

Operate the openers as usual:

• With the Contour Air Drill moving forward, lower
openers into the ground. Hold tractor hydraulic
lever until the maximum preset operating pressure is
reached (see “Setting Maximum System Pressure”).
This ensures that all of the openers are fully charged
and engaged.

To reduce operating pressure on the go:

• Place tractor hydraulic lever into “Float Position” until
pressure drops to desired operating point.

• Release hydraulic lever once desired pressure is
reached.

Note: If pressure drops too rapidly when tractor

remote is put into oat, the “Operating” valve

can be turned in a few turns to reduce bleed­off speed.

To increase operating pressure:

• Operate tractor hydraulic lever to increase pressure
to desired operating point.

PRESSURE

ADJUSTMENT

OPERATING

VALVE

PRESSURE

GAUGE

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Operation

S44355

UNLOCKED

OPENERS

LOCKED

Depth Adjustment

To adjust seed depth:

• Lift openers to raised position (allow pressure gauge
to reach zero).

• Shut tractor off and remove key.

• Ensure tractor park brake is engaged before
proceeding.

• Place “Openers” ball valve into locked position to

prevent accidental oil ow to openers.

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PRESSURE

ADJUSTMENT

Valve Locations

WARNING

OPERATING

VALVE

OPENERS

BALL VALVE

CRUSHING HAZARD

To prevent serious injury or death:

STAND CLEAR - openers move rapidly
under hydraulic pressure.

Before servicing hydraulics - Place
"System" valve in service position and
relieve pressure from hydraulic system.

Shut tractor off and remove key before
servicing or adjusting depth.

S44446

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Place "Openers" valve in locked position
before adjusting depth or transporting.

Depth Adjustment - Continued

• Remove lynch pin from 1/2” diameter depth pin.

• Remove depth pin.

• Rotate depth cam to desired lettered setting (“A” is
the shallowest postition). Each increment changes
the depth a 1/4” (6.4 mm).

• Reinstall 1/2” pin and lynch pin noting letter position
before adjusting other openers.

Note: For ease of adjustment, adjust a few openers

across the drill to conrm desired seeding

depth before adjusting the remaining
openers.

• Move the “Openers” ball valve to the unlocked
position before using drill.

Operation

Important

Pneumatic Tires Only.

Keep opener tires air pressure at the listed
specifications to achieve and maintain proper
seed depth.

ADJUSTMENT CAM

LYNCH PIN

Adjustment Cam

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Operation

Work Switch

(Optional equipment)

The pressure work switch activates the Air Cart Metering
system by the hydraulic pressure on the opener lift side.
When the openers are raised the switch opens at a
pre-set pressure turning off the Air Cart metering and
when lowered the switch closes at the pre-set pressure
to turn on the metering.

The pre-set Factory set point meets most operators’
preference. If the turn ON and OFF time needs to be
adjusted follow the procedure below:

• Remove cover from back of switch.

• Insert a 3/32” allen wrench into the adjustment screw
opening. Turn the screw clockwise to increase the
set point or counter clockwise to decrease.

- Increasing set point will cause the metering system

to turn ON quicker. This will also cause the
metering system to turn OFF later.

- Decreasing set point will cause the metering

system to turn ON later. This will also cause the
metering system to turn OFF quicker.

Work Switch

Important

Ensure metering clutch is turned OFF when
moving unit to prevent damage to metering
wheels in the event pressure switch is in ON
position.

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Cover

Adjustment Screw

Quick Tips

Note: Read the Operator’s Manual for detailed

operating and adjustment instructions.

Shank Trip Force

Shank trip force (lbs) is calculated by dividing the display
pressure by 1.5 (ex. 750 psi display pressure = 500 lbs
shank trip force). Shank trip out pressure is generally
set at the minimum pressure that keeps the shanks
solid in the vertical position and prevents them from
repeatedly “tripping out”, while still providing adequate
packing. Maximum recommended shank trip out
pressure is 1200 psi.

Packing Force

Packing force is proportional to shank trip out force
and is roughly 1/3 of the shank trip force (ex. 500 lbs
shank trip force would give approximately 167 lbs of
packing force).

Operation

PRESSURE

GAUGE

Hydraulic System

The Contour Air Drill uses a passive hydraulic system

(no constant ow is needed from the tractor during

seeding). Maximum operating pressure is set using
the reducing valve on the frame (see “Setting Maximum
System Pressure”). Pressure can be changed on the

go to adjust for variable eld conditions by using the

tractor remote (see “Pressure Adjustment”). If full range
adjustment of pressure is desired, the reducing valve
can be set at its maximum pressure and the operator
can then adjust pressure manually by watching the
pressure display and opener shanks.

Note: It is normal for the pressure to drop 100 to

150 psi from the initial set point while the
accumulator cools (the reducing valve can be
set higher to account for this initial pressure
drop). If the pressure continues to drop
quickly, check the machine for a cylinder,
fitting, or hydraulic line leak.

Lifting and Lowering the Openers

The openers do not need to be completely cycled from
working to fully lifted position while turning. Openers
can be lifted just to the point that they do not contact
the ground while turning, in order to save time by not
having to fully recharge the hydraulic accumulator with

uid each cycle (the display pressure won’t drop all the

way to zero). When transporting the drill, lift the openers
and ensure that the display pressure goes down to zero.

PRESSURE

ADJUSTMENT

Valve Locations

1200 psi = 18274 kPa

750psi = 5171 kPa

150 psi = 1034 kPa

100 psi = 689,5 kPa

50 psi = 344,7 kPa

500 lbs = 226.8 kg

167 lbs = 75.75 kg

OPERATING

VALVE

OPENERS

BALL VALVE

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Operation

Quick Tips - Continued

Setting the Seed Depth

Seed depth is measured from the packed soil surface to
the seed. Set the seed depth on the drill by setting a few
openers across the drill to different depths and seeding
a test patch. Always seed the test patch at the same
ground speed and opener pressure that you intend to
maintain during regular seeding conditions. Then check
the seed depth of these openers, pick the depth setting
that you prefer, and set all openers to the desired letter
setting on the depth adjustment cam. The openers
perform best while seeding from 1/2” (13mm) to 1-1/2”
(38 mm) seed depth, but each customer is responsible
for choosing their own depth setting according to their
preferences and experience. Each adjustment notch
on the adjustment cam is 1/4” (6.4 mm) adjustment.
Shallow depth settings can be consistently maintained
with the Contour Air Drill system.

Note: Be sure to check tractor and/or air cart tracks

to see if the added soil compaction has
affected the seed depth; the independent
openers can be adjusted separately to
compensate for wheel tracks.

Seeding Conditions

The Contour Air Drill is meant to be used as a minimum
to no-till seeding system and care should be taken
when attempting to seed into loose or pre-worked soil
conditions. Shallow seeding depth, reducing operating
speed and operating pressure may help reduce soil
throw and ridging in soft conditions.

Note: Soil throw onto adjacent seed rows also

occurs on conventional air drills with gang
style packers, but is less visible because the
gang packers pack all rows simultaneously
at the back of the drill.

Straw Management

Successful seeding starts at harvest. The height of the
straw should not exceed the row spacing of the seeding
unit. The combine should chop the straw and spread the
straw and chaff evenly across the entire swath width. A
heavy harrow may also be required to spread and break

down the straw after the eld has been harvested. If

the straw height does exceed the row spacing a mower
should be used to shorten the straw length.

IMPORTANT

The Paired Row Opener with the NH3 adapter
is intended to allow the operator the flexibility to
switch between granular fertilizer and NH3 without
having to change openers. The opener is not
intended to apply granular fertilizer and NH3 in
the same operation. Excessive gassing off of the
NH3 will occur in such an operation. Producers
are still able to place starter fertilizer with the seed.

Morris Industries shall have no obligation or
liability of any kind on account of the end-user
incorrectly using this opener.

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Quick Tips - Continued

Air Drill Frame

The Contour Air Drill frame is a simple slab frame
system, designed to let the parallel link openers do
the work of depth control and leveling during seeding.
No leveling of the frame is required. During normal
operation of the drill there will be very little weight on the
rear tires of the frame. The rear tires may even leave
the ground while traveling through sharp gullies; this is
normal, and it will not affect the seed depth control of
the openers. If the tires are lifted in the air consistently,
optional weight kits can be applied to the depth beams
near the rear axles.

Operation

Weight Kit

Normal Frame Angle

Trouble Shooting Guide

*Note: The “Operating” valve must be turned out to

the bleed-off/service position and remove
all pressure from hydraulic systems before
attempting any service work on hydraulic
components.

Hydraulic system must be bled after it has been
serviced (if any portion of the system has been opened
to atmosphere). See “Bleeding Hydraulic System” in
Maintenance Section.

ACCUMULATOR

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Operation

Wing Lift Hydraulics

The wing lift hydraulic system is controlled by a
parallel hydraulic system. A pressure compensated

Flow Control Valve is used to control the ow of oil to

the cylinders allowing both wings to fold and unfold
simultaneously. A hydraulic circuit Shut Off valve is used
to lock the hydraulic circuit and prevent any leak back,
this ensures the wings remain in transport.

WINGS

LOCKED

The Flow Control Valve is located on the drill main frame
and there are no adjustments associated with the valve.

The Shut Off valve (Ball Valve) is located on the front
left side of the cart frame for easy access.

To unfold the Air Drill, the oil ows to the Flow Control

Valve, from there to the butt end of all the wing lift
cylinders extending the shafts and lowering the wings.
All cylinders must be fully extended to ensure correct
operation of the machine.

Placing the unit into transport is the reverse of unfolding
the unit. Oil is fed to the shaft end of the cylinders
retracting the cylinders and lifting the wings into
transport position.

Note: When raising or lowering wings, do so in one

continuous motion until fully up or down. Do

not stop ow part way allowing wings to fold

on their own. This may disrupt the sequence
of operation.

UNLOCKED

S34428

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WING

BALL VALVE

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Operation

Opener Hydraulics

The contour openers can be operated using two methods as described in the operators manual as Normal Operation
and Pressure Adjustment (On the go).

The following is the oil ow for both operating types and can be used for problem diagnosis.

Normal Operation

The opener ball valve is in the unlocked position. This ball valve is open. The operation valve is screwed in fully to
the operating position. This needle valve is closed.

To lower the openers, oil ows through the hose to port “A” of valve block. The oil is allowed to ow simultaneously

through ports “D” and “F”. Port “F” charges up the accumulator to operating pressure set by the pressure valve. Port
“D” charges the butt end of the opener cylinders causing the openers to lower.

Once the operating pressure is reached the oil will stop owing.

From port “A” of valve block, oil ows through the pressure reducing valve, to the pilot operated check valve unseating

the check valve and out of Port “D” to the butt end of the opener cylinders causing the openers to lower. Simultaneously,

oil ows from the check valve through the directional lock out valve and out of Port “F” to the accumulator.

When all of the opener cylinders are extended to working position, the hydraulic pressure
continues to build in the accumulator, hydraulic lines, cylinders and at the reducing valve.
When the pressure has risen to what the reducing valve has been set to the reducing
valve closes, preventing a further increase in pressure.

When the hydraulic ow to the pilot operated check valve is stopped, the check valve

seats, holding the pressure in the opener circuit.

The oil returning from the gland side of the

cylinders ows to the opener ball valve into

port “E” of the valve block and out of port “B”
back to the tractor.

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Operation

Opener Hydraulics - Continued

Normal Operation - Continued

To raise the openers, oil ows from the tractor hose to port “B” of the valve block and out of port “E” to the opener

valve and on to the gland side of the cylinders. Oil is also felt on the line that operates the pilot operated check valve.
This causes the check valve to open and allow return oil back to the tractor.

Oil from the butt side of the cylinders travels to port “D” and through the opened pilot operated check valve to the
pressure relief valve. Oil can not go through the relief valve in this direction and is directed to the one way check
valve. The oil then travels through the one way check valve to port “A” of the valve block.

The oil ows through the port “A” of the valve block and back to the tractor.

Oil is also felt on the line that operates the directional lock out valve. This causes the directional lock out valve to
close preventing the oil in the accumulator from returning back to the tractor. The directional lock out valve maintains
the pressure in the accumulator in this position.

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Operation

Opener Hydraulics - Continued

Pressure Adjustment (On the Go)

The opener ball valve is in the unlocked position. This ball valve is open. The operation valve is screwed out fully
to the service/bleed-off position. This needle valve is open.

To lower the openers, oil ows through the hose to port “A” of valve block. The oil is allowed to ow simultaneously

through ports “D” and “F”. Port “F” charges up the accumulator to operating pressure set by the pressure valve. Port
“D” charges the butt end of the opener cylinders causing the openers to lower.

Once the operating pressure is reached the oil will stop owing.

From port “A” of valve block, oil ows through the pressure reducing valve, to the pilot operated check valve unseating

the check valve and out of Port “D” to the butt end of the opener cylinders causing the openers to lower. Simultaneously,

oil ows from the check valve through the directional lock out valve and out of Port “F” to the accumulator.

When all of the opener cylinders are extended to working position, the hydraulic pressure continues to build in the
accumulator, hydraulic lines, cylinders and at the reducing valve. When the pressure has risen to what the reducing
valve has been set to the reducing valve closes, preventing a further increase in pressure.

When the hydraulic ow to the pilot operated check valve is stopped, the check valve seats,

holding the pressure in the opener circuit.

The oil returning from the gland side of the cylinders ows to the opener ball valve into

port “E” of the valve block and out of port “B” back to the tractor.

Note: If the tractor valve has leakage the system pressure will continue to drop

during operation.

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Operation

Opener Hydraulics - Continued

Pressure Adjustment (On the Go) - Continued

To raise the openers, oil ows from the tractor hose to port “B” of the valve block and out of port “E” to the opener

valve and on to the gland side of the cylinders. Oil is also felt on the line that operates the pilot operated check valve.
This causes the check valve to open and allow return oil back to the tractor.

Oil from the butt side of the cylinders travels to port “D” and through the opened pilot operated check valve to the
pressure reducing valve. Oil can not go through the reducing valve in this direction and is directed to the one way
check valve. The oil then travels through the one way check valve to port “A” of the valve block.

The oil ows through the port “A” of the valve block and back to the tractor.

Oil is also felt on the line that operates the directional lock out valve. This causes the directional lock out valve to
close preventing the oil in the accumulator from returning back to the tractor. The directional lock out valve maintains
the pressure in the accumulator in this position.

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Operation

Opener Hydraulics - Continued

Pressure Adjustment (On the Go) - Continued

Pressure adjustment on the go, requires input from the operator to function.

The operator will have selected the operation valve to be in the bleed off/service position.

The adjustable reducing valve (Pressure Valve) will be set to provide correct trip and packing pressure.

With the Contour Air Drill moving forward, lower openers into the ground. Hold tractor hydraulic lever until the maximum
preset operating pressure is reached. This ensures that all of the openers are fully charged and engaged. To reduce
operating pressure on the go:

• Place tractor hydraulic lever into “Float Position” until pressure drops to desired operating point.

• Release hydraulic lever once desired pressure is reached.

Note: If pressure drops too rapidly when tractor remote is put into oat, the “Operating” valve can be turned

in a few turns to reduce bleed-off speed.

To increase operating pressure:

• Operate tractor hydraulic lever to increase pressure.

With the tractor lever in the oat position the pilot operated check valve does not receive

any pilot pressure to open it and the directional lock out valve does not receive any
pilot pressure to close it.

The oil ows from the accumulator and the butt end of the opener cylinders through

the operation valve and the one way check valve back
to the tractor. When the tractor hydraulic lever
is released the oil is again trapped and the
pressure will be reduced. If the pressure
reduction is too great the operator will have
to pressure the system up to the desired
pressure.

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Operation

General Guidelines

The results obtained from the Morris Contour Drill are
directly related to the depth uniformity of the unit. Worn
points, uneven tire pressures, and bent shanks must be

avoided to obtain optimum eld results.

• Operating depth should be uniform at all opener
locations, when spot checking the implement in the

eld.

• Check openers running in tractor or air cart tracks
and adjust depth accordingly.

• Repair or replace bent shanks. Bent shanks cause
openers to work at uneven depths and can cause
unnecessary ridging. See Maintenance Section.

• Keep tire pressure at the listed specications to

maintain proper level. See Maintenance Section.

• Have Air Drill moving forward before lowering into
ground to avoid plugging openers.

• Avoid sharp turns. Turns sharp enough to cause
the inside openers of the air drill to reverse direction
are not recommended. This may cause the seed
openers to plug.

TAKE SAFETY SERIOUSLY.

Do Not Take Needless Chances!

Caution

Care should be taken when
working near the air cart
while the fan is running.
Product blowing out of
the system could cause
personal injury.

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Operating Guidelines - Continued

Turning

• Avoid sharp turns. Backing up of the outer wings
with the seeding tool in the ground has a tendency
to plug the seed boot with soil.

• Raise seed boots fully before making sharp turns or
backing machine.

Seed Rate Settings

• Remove any caked-on material from seed plate and
metering wheels.

• Ensure correct seed plate is installed and metershaft
turns freely.

• Check product rates carefully by performing a
calibration check.

Fertilizer Application

• Avoid using fertilizers that absorb moisture readily,
especially during periods of high humidity.

• Also avoid fertilizers that contain a high percentage

of ne dust, as these materials can plug metering

wheels and coat the inside of seed distribution
system.

Operation

Note: It is strongly recommended to consult local

agricultural extension offices for allowable
product rates, which are dependent on soil
moisture and type.

Fan Setting

• Run fan at recommended speed. If plugging or
surging occurs increase the fan speed to eliminate
the problem. If plugging or surging continues reduce
ground speed to eliminate the problem.

• Allow tractor hydraulic oil to warm-up thoroughly prior
to seeding. Cold oil will cause slower fan speeds
(Hydraulic driven fan).

Product Application

• Control product application with the clutch switch in
tractor.

• Have machine moving forward before lowering seed
boots to avoid plugging.

• To prevent skipping, allow a minimum of 15 feet (5 m)
of forward travel to ensure air system has delivered
product to seed boots.

Forward travel should be equal to half the width of

the seeding tool. [i.e. for a 40 ft (14 m) wide seeding
tool the forward travel should be a minimum of 20
feet (7 m).]

Note: Do not attempt to meter product when fan is

not running. Damage to the metering wheels
may occur.

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Operation

Operating Guidelines - Continued

Adjustments and Operational Checks

• When changing elds and periodically throughout

the day, the seeding tool should be checked for level
and depth and the seed boots for blockage.

Important

Checking Seed Flow

The following procedure should be implemented

throughout the day typically at each ll of the air cart:

• Raise the seeding tool out of the ground.

• With the fan running turn the crank on the rear
transmission 4 or 5 turns.

• Seed and/or fertilizer should appear at each outlet
on the ground.

• If no seed or fertilizer appears on the ground at any
of the openers check for hose blockage in both the
15/16” (24 mm) diameter secondary and the 2 1/2”

(64 mm) diameter primary hose, as well as in the at

fan divider.

• See Trouble Shooting Section for possible causes of
the blockage.

Moisture Alert

• Whenever air cart has been standing for an hour
or more during period of high humidity or damp,
rainy days, or after sitting overnight, run fan at
recommended rpm, with machine stationary for 5
minutes.

Check Metering Wheel flutes in the
event the primary lines plug.

Flutes may shear if the collector becomes
plugged.

Note : Check Seed Flow as described above, after

running fan for 5 minutes.

Air Leaks

It is imperative that no air leaks occur in the air cart
tank as even the smallest air leak from the lid will lead
to material bridging in the tank thereby causing misses

in the eld.

Check the following areas for air leaks:

- Tank clean-out door

- Metering body assembly seals

- Collector assembly seals

- Tank lid

Tank Low in Product

• Rell tank before metering wheels are exposed.

• The metering wheels must be completely covered
to avoid unseeded strips.

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When the slidders are closed product will still be
metered until the wheels empty.

Operating Guidelines - Continued

Monitor

• Familiarize yourself with all monitor functions.

• Ensure all monitor “settings” are correctly set for the
air cart/seeding tool combination.

• Recognize and correct alarm conditions as indicated
on the machine.

• Check all wire harness connections for corrosion and
use a dielectric spray to clean. Inspect all sensors
for proper gap.

Operation

MONITOR N44049 Shown

General Field Operation

• Follow guidelines outlined in “Operating Guidelines”.

• Switch monitor on.

• Start fan.

Note: Load sensing hydraulic systems require

“warming up” before they function smoothly.
See “Hydraulic Fan Drive” for more details.

• Move forward with seeding tool.

• Engage metering system clutch (MAIN).

• Lower seeding tool into ground.

• Turning at headland: Switch metering system clutch
off (MAIN), immediately raise seeding tool fully
rephasing hydraulics (see seeding tool manual).

• Once turned engage metering system clutch (MAIN)
and lower seeding tool into ground.

Clutch Switches

Main

• Controls the main clutch which engages and

disengages the ground drive.

Note: Do not attempt to meter product when fan is

not running. Damage to the metering wheels
may occur.

Note: It takes a minimum of 15 feet (5 m) of forward

travel @ 6 mph (10 kph) before product
reaches the seed openers. Forward travel
should be equal to half the width of the
seeding tool. [i.e. for a 40 ft (14 m) wide
seeding tool the forward travel should be a
minimum of 20 feet (7 m).]

AUXILIARY

CLUTCH SWITCH

GRANULAR CLUTCH

SWITCHES

Auxiliary

• Controls the optional second clutch.

Granular

• Controls a secondary auxiliary clutch

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METERING SYSTEM

CLUTCH SWITCH

Clutch Switch Console

Operation

Notes

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Section 6: Monitor

Monitor

Section 6:

Monitor 6-1

Section Contents

Introduction .......................................................................................................................6-3

Identifying Monitor Switches .............................................................................................6-4

Identifying Monitor Displays ..............................................................................................6-4

Operating Screen .............................................................................................................6-5

Display Section ..........................................................................................................6-5

Active Alarm Window .................................................................................................6-5

Bin Level Icon Window ...............................................................................................6-5

Soft Key Label Windows ............................................................................................6-5

Navigating the Operating Screen ...............................................................................6-6

Enlarged Operating Screen........................................................................................6-7

Installing Monitor ..............................................................................................................6-8

Startup ..............................................................................................................................6-9

Power On ...................................................................................................................6-9

Power Off ...................................................................................................................6-9

Force Language .........................................................................................................6-9

Startup Menu Screen ...............................................................................................6-10

Sensor Installation ..........................................................................................................6-11

Installation Precautions ............................................................................................6-11

Installation Procedure ..............................................................................................6-12

Monitor Settings ..............................................................................................................6-14

Navigating Settings Screens ....................................................................................6-14

The Menu Title .........................................................................................................6-14

The Body of the Menu ..............................................................................................6-14

The Menu Soft Key Descriptions ..............................................................................6-15

Changing Monitor Settings .......................................................................................6-16

Entering the “Settings Menu”....................................................................................6-16

Settings Menu Chart - Standard Drive ...........................................................................6-17

Wheel Pulses Per 400 Feet (PP400) Standard Drive ..............................................6-18

PP400 Math Calculation .........................................................................................6-18

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Section Contents (Continued)

Speed Calibration.....................................................................................................6-19

Alarms ............................................................................................................................6-20

Introduction ..............................................................................................................6-20

Nuisance Shaft Alarm ..............................................................................................6-20

“In Motion” Notication .............................................................................................6-21

Low Fan Alarms .......................................................................................................6-21

Blockage Sensing ...........................................................................................................6-22

Module Installation ...................................................................................................6-22

Runs per Module Setup ...........................................................................................6-22

Individual Runs Setup ..............................................................................................6-22

Blockage Module Test ..............................................................................................6-23

Blockage Calibration ................................................................................................6-24

Optical Blockage Run Bad Alarms ...........................................................................6-25

Blockage Alarms ......................................................................................................6-25

Area Display ...................................................................................................................6-26

Resetting Area .........................................................................................................6-26

Sensor Replacement ......................................................................................................6-27

Sensor Gap Settings ......................................................................................................6-28

Reed Switch Sensors ...............................................................................................6-28

Variable Reluctance Sensors ...................................................................................6-28

Trouble Shooting Guide ..................................................................................................6-29

Checking Harness ....................................................................................................6-29

Checking Sensors ....................................................................................................6-29

Checking Blockage System .....................................................................................6-29

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Introduction

The monitor utilizes a multiplexed data communication
system to monitor the functions of the Air Cart. In the
multiplexed system, all sensors communicate with the
monitor on the same three wires.

The system can monitor and display status of the
following functions:

• Fan speed

• Ground speed

• Shaft speeds (up to 4)

• Bin levels (up to 4)

• Flow Blockage (up to 192 runs)

An audio alarm will sound upon detection of: low or high
fan speed, low shaft speed, low bin level and failure of

sensors. Also, loss of ow in any runs that are being

monitored with Blockage Modules will generate alarms.
Audio alarms persist until the alarm condition is removed
or until the alarm is acknowledged by the operator by
pressing the appropriate soft key.

Monitor

MONITOR - N44049

In addition, the monitor can determine and display:

• Field Area

• Total Area

• Application Rate (weight per unit area) (VRT systems
only)

The monitor allows the following settings to be changed:

• High and Low fan speed alarm point

• Low shaft speed alarm point for 4 meter shafts

• Ground speed pulses per 400 ft and pulses per
revolution

• Pulses per revolution of fan and 4 meter shafts

• Low bin alarm for 4 bins

• The number of Blockage Modules that are connected
to the monitor

• The width of the implement

• Imperial or metric units

• English or Russian language

The settings listed above, as well as field and
accumulated areas are stored in nonvolatile memory.
This means that the information is retained even when
power is disconnected.

Two cables exit the rear of the monitor. There is a two
wire power cable that connects to the tractor power
supply. The other is a three wire cable that brings power
and communications to the remote sensors through the
main harness.

CLUTCH SWITCHES

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Monitor

Identifying Monitor Switches

The ve keys on the monitor face are used for controlling

the monitor.

Power Key • Used to turn monitor on and off.

Up Key • Used for moving function selection icon.

Also used to increment parameter when
changing settings.

Down Key • Used for moving function selection. Also

used for decrementing parameter when
changing settings.

Soft Keys • Used to enter menus and selections.

Also used for going to next parameter in
program mode.

Identifying Monitor Displays

The Operating Screen is divided into the following areas:

• Two small display sections or one enlarged display
section

SOFT KEYS

UP KEY

DOWN KEY

POWER KEY

ENLARGED DISPLAY SECTION

• Active alarm window or, if there are no active alarms,
the current ground speed is displayed

• Bin level icon window

• Soft key label windows

TOP DISPLAY

SECTION

BOTTOM DISPLAY

SECTION

ACTIVE ALARM

WINDOW

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TWO – DISPLAY SECTIONS

SOFT KEY

LABEL WINDOWS

Pressing soft key under “Smaller”
will switch the screen to the 2 ­display sections.

BIN LEVEL

ICON WINDOW

Pressing soft key under “Enlarge” will switch
the screen to the enlarged display section.

Operating Screen

Display Section

Monitor

The display has two Display Sections on the operating
screen. These windows have their data periodically
refreshed at ½ to 1- second intervals. Each window
has the following information in it:

• Display object name (e.g. Shaft)

• Display object instance (e.g. 1), if applicable

• Display object data (e.g. 7)

• Display object units (e.g. RPM), if applicable

Active Alarm Window

All acknowledged alarms are displayed on the operating
screen’s “active alarm window” until the alarm condition
is removed. If there is only one acknowledged alarm,

it will ash on the display in order to draw the user’s

attention to the continued error. If there is more than one
acknowledged alarm they will cycle on the display, with
each alarm being displayed on the screen for 2 seconds.

Note: If there are no active alarms, the current

ground speed is displayed

See “Alarms” for more details on when an alarm is rst

observed.

Note: Monitor will show “communication errors” if

the system installation (Sensor Learn Mode)

was not completed. See Sensor Installation.

Operating Screen

Bin Level Icon Window

The display has one window dedicated to graphically
showing the status of product in up to 3 bins. When
a bin is empty an alarm will be generated and the

corresponding bin icon will ash.

Soft Key Label Windows

The display has two windows displaying the current
function of the two available soft keys. The function of
the soft keys change depending on the screen being
viewed. On Operating Screen, MENU can be accessed
with left soft key or bottom display ENLARGED.

Operating Screen with Alarm

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Operating Screen - Continued

Navigating the Operating Screen

When the UP or DOWN key is pressed in the Operating
Screen, this allows the user to select what is shown on
the Top Display Section and the Bottom Display Section.

Example: Change the top display from Fan to Shaft 2

1. Press the UP key to enter the “Top Display Section”.

2. Use the UP/DOWN keys to scroll to other display
items. Press the DOWN key to highlight “Shaft RPM”.

3. Press the SELECT key to enter “Shaft RPM”, which
will display the instances of Shaft RPM.

4. Use the UP/DOWN keys to change the selected shaft
to 2.

5. Press the SELECT key to choose shaft 2. This will
return the monitor to the main screen and the Top
Display Section is no longer displaying Fan, but is
now displaying Shaft 2 RPM.

Note: If the DOWN key were pressed in step 1 to

enter into this mode, the title of the menu
would be “Bottom Display Section” and the
bottom display would be changed.

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2

3

4

5

6

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Operating Screen - Continued

Enlarged Operating Screen

If the ENLARGE key is pressed, the Bottom Display
Section will expand up into the Top Display Section and
the text will increase in size.

When in the enlarged mode, the right most soft key will
be re-labeled SMALLER. Press the key, to return to
display of top and bottom sections.

In Enlarged mode, the UP and DOWN keys allow
changing function displayed on screen.

Monitor

Press soft key under ENLARGE to
enlarge bottom section.

Pressing soft key under SMALLER
will switch the screen back to the
two - display sections.

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Installing Monitor

• Locate monitor and clutch switch in a convenient
location in cab.

• Connect power cables directly to a 12V battery.

- White or Red wires positive.

- Black wires negative.

• Route cable harness to seeding tool and Air Cart.
Ensure cables clear any pinch points (i.e. tractor
articulation point, hitch point, etc.)

• Program monitor as described in System Installation
and Monitor Programming Sections.

Note: Locate monitor, power and ground wires

away from radio and antenna if tractor is so
equipped.

Note: Do not connect monitor directly to starter

switch.

CLUTCH SWITCH LOCATED

IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO

OPERATOR FOR

EASY ACCESS.

MONITOR LOCATED IN

EASILY VIEWED AREA.

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Startup

Power On

Monitor

Press the Power Key to turn the monitor on.

When the unit is turned on, the following display
sequence takes place:

• MORRIS is briey displayed along with the Version

number of the monitor software. This number
should be included with any reports of faulty or
unexpected system operation.

This Splash Screen is displayed for a short time –

long enough to go through the system startup and
wakeup all of the sensors (approximately 3 seconds).

• If any sensors are found, the monitor proceeds to
the “Operating” screen

• If no sensors are found, the monitor proceeds to the
“Installation” Screen.

Power Off

Press and hold the Power Key for a couple of seconds
until the monitor turns off.

Monitor ID

Version Number

Force Language

The user can press and hold the following keys when
turning monitor on to force the display to a certain
language:

Force English Language

• Press and hold the UP and DOWN keys. Push the
power button. Release the UP and DOWN keys after
the correct language is shown.

Force Russian Language

• Press and hold Soft key 1 and Soft key 2. Push the
power button. Release the UP and DOWN keys after
the correct language is shown.

Note: This language setting will not be retained

when the monitor is turned off. To retain
language setting, go to “Global Settings”
and choose “Language” and select “Exit and
Save” option.

Splash Screen

Operating Screen

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Monitor

Startup - Continued

Startup Menu Screen

The startup menu screen provides the user with four
different options:

1) System Startup – this will not install any sensors.

2) Learn New System – this is used to learn a new

compliment of sensors, but not modify the menu
parameters that have already been customized by
the user.

3) Default Settings – this is used to restore all of the

menu parameters to the factory conguration.

4) Learn New System and Default Settings – this
performs the actions of number 2 and number 3
above.

System Startup Screen

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Sensor Installation

The installation procedure is required to congure the

monitor to the sensors attached to it.

The operator may have to redo the installation if:

1) An extra tank is added to the Air Cart.

2) Replacing or adding sensors.

Monitor

Note: Each monitor is unique to the sensors installed.

If monitor is moved to another Air Cart it has to
be reprogrammed to match the sensors.

3) Replacing monitor with a new monitor.

Installation Precautions

1) During installation the monitor has a predetermined
order in which it wants the sensors attached. The
installer must be sure that the proper sensor is
plugged in the proper sequence.

i.e. If during installation the installer plugs in the

Front Shaft and Ground Speed sensors in the
wrong order, the monitor would not know this.
The monitor would interpret Front Shaft rpm
from the Ground Speed shaft and vice versa.

2) There may be occasions when the operator will not
have use of all the sensors.

i) During sensor installation when the monitor

prompts for an unused sensor to be plugged in,
the operator can press the SELECT key to skip
over the sensor. The sensor will be assigned
a disabled status. A sensor disabled by this
method can only be enabled by repeating the
installation procedure.

ii) During operation the operator can disable shaft

sensors by setting the pulses per revolution to
zero. When pulses are set to zero alarms for that
sensor and corresponding Bin Level sensor are
ignored and no monitoring occurs.

Sensor Installation Order

Speed (Ground)

Fan 1

Fan 2

Shaft 1

Shaft 2

Shaft 3

Shaft 4

Tank 1

Tank 2

Tank 3

Tank 4

VarCon (Variable Rate)

(Unit calls for installation only if var controller is installed)

Optical Blockage Modules

3) Blockage modules attached to the harness are
handled differently than the sensors attached to the
harness. See Assembly Section “Blockage Module”.

Optical Sensors - the blockage modules have to

be unplugged from the harness before sensor
installation can be performed and are connected like
the other sensors requested by the monitor during
sensor installation.

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Monitor

Sensor Installation - Continued

Installation Procedure

1. Disconnect all the sensors (3 pin connector) from
the harness before turning monitor on.

Turn monitor on. With no sensors found, the monitor

proceeds to the “Startup menu” screen.

Use the Up/Down keys to select “Learn New System”.

Press the soft key below SELECT to enter the “Install
New System” mode.

2. The monitor will ask if you want to proceed or exit.

With “Proceed” highlighted, press the SELECT key

to enter the “Install New System” mode.

3. The display will indicate to install the speed sensor
indicating that the ground speed sensor may now be
connected. Connect the ground speed sensor.

The monitor will give a double beep when it

acknowledges the sensor.

Continued on next page.

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2

3

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Sensor Installation - Continued

Monitor

Installation Procedure - Continued

4. The display will indicate to install the fan sensor
indicating that the fan sensor may now be connected.
Connect the fan sensor.

The process is the same for rest of the sensors in

the sequence.

5. When the monitor requests a sensor that will not

be used in the conguration, use the Up/Down keys

to select “Skip this Sensor” and press the soft key
below SELECT and the monitor will skip the sensor
and advance to the next one in the sequence.

Note: There are 12 Blockage Modules. To skip past

the blockage modules use the Up/Down keys
to select “Skip this Type of Sensors” and press
the SELECT key, the monitor will skip all of the
blockage modules and advance to the next type
of sensor in the sequence.

6. When all sensors in the list have either been learned
or skipped, the monitor will display “Installation
Complete”. Use the Up/Down keys to select “Exit”
press the SELECT key to return to the main “Startup
Menu”.

4

5

To verify the installation, turn the monitor off, then

turn it on again. The monitor will now proceed to the
“Operating” screen.

OR

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Monitor Settings

Navigating Settings Screens

The settings screens contain all the configuration
information required to tailor the monitoring capabilities
to the installed system and user preferences. Only
setting parameters that are relevant are displayed (i.e.
if no Shaft 3 is installed, there will not be any Shaft 3
setting parameters made available).

Pressing the MENU key when in the “Operating Screen”
enters this mode.

The menu system is made up of screens that have the
following content:

1) A menu title

2) The body of the menu

3) The soft key descriptions - changed to “Select” and
“Cancel”.

PRESS SOFT KEY

UNDER MENU

TO ENTER

SETTINGS MENU

Operating Screen

THE MENU TITLE

The Menu Title

The menu title is at the very top of the screen.

This indicates to the user what the rest of the screen
is referring to. For example, if the user is in the “Speed

Settings” menu, the eld “Pulses Per Rev” refers to the

ground speed sensor and if the user were in the “Seed

Shaft Settings” menu, the eld “Pulses Per Rev” would

refer to the seed shaft speed sensor.

The menu title line is always highlighted so that it stands
out from the rest of the screen.

The Body of the Menu

The main body of the menu is a list of objects. The
objects in the menu system will take up 1 or more lines
of space. The scroll bar on right hand side of screen
indicates where the object is in the list and when the
list has been wrapped.

When a menu is entered, the top object is always
highlighted. The highlighting of the object indicates to
the user the current object that they are on.

• If the Select key is pressed, the current object is

selected.

• If the Up or Down arrow keys are pressed, the

object above or below the current object is
highlighted.

• If Cancel is pressed, the menu exits without saving

anything and reverts back to the previous menu
that was displayed.

THE BODY OF

THE MENU

THE SOFT KEY

DESCRIPTIONS

THE MENU TITLE

MENU OBJECTS

Settings Screens

SCROLL BAR

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