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Muller Elektronik SLURRY-Controller 3.0 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Installation and operating instructions
SLURRY-Controller 3.0
Version: V4.20191001
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Installation and operating instructions Product: SLURRY-Controller 3.0 Document number: 30322453-02-EN As of software version: 03.04.11.XX Original instructions Original language: German
Müller-Elektronik GmbH Franz-Kleine-Straße 18 33154 Salzkotten Germany Phone: ++49 (0) 5258 / 9834 - 0 Fax: ++49 (0) 5258 / 9834 - 90 Email: info@mueller-elektronik.de Homepage: http://www.mueller-elektronik.de
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For your safety
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1.1
Basic safety instructions
6
1.2
Intended use
6
1.3
Layout and meaning of warnings
6
1.4
Safety stickers on the product
7
1.5
Disposal
7
1.6
EU declaration of conformity
7
2
About the job computer
9
2.1
Job computer functions
9
2.2
System overview
9
2.3
Rating plate
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3
About these Operating Instructions
12
3.1
Who is the target user for these Operating Instructions?
12
3.2
Directional information in these instructions
12
3.3
Layout of operating instructions
12
3.4
Layout of references
12
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Mounting and installation
13
4.1
Installing the job computer
13
4.1.1
Selecting the installation site
13
4.1.2
Connecting the AMP connectors
13
4.1.3
Separating the AMP connectors
13
4.2
Connecting the job computer to the ISOBUS
14
4.3
Installing the junction box
15
4.3.1
Connecting the sensors and actuators to the junction box
15
4.3.2
Inserting the cable core into a terminal
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4.3.3
Connecting the junction box to the job computer
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4.4
Installing sensors on the slurry tanker
16
4.4.1
Installing the rotational speed sensors
17
4.4.2
Installing the speed and position sensors
17
4.4.3
Installing the pressure sensors
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4.4.4
Installing the flow meter
20
4.5
Installing actuators on the slurry tanker
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4.5.1
Installing linear actuators
21
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Basic control principles
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5.1
Switching on the job computer
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5.2
Layout of work screen
23
5.3
Navigation in the software
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Table of contents
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Operating job computer on the field
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6.1
Controlling the application
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6.1.1
Setting target rate
26
6.1.2
Starting and stopping the application
26
6.1.3
Opening and closing the application valve
28
6.1.4
Adjusting the target rate during operation
28
6.1.5
Operating section valves
29
6.1.6
Spreading the slurry evenly across the working width
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6.1.7
Operating the drop stop
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6.2
Filling the slurry tanker
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6.2.1
Moving the filling arms
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6.2.2
Opening and closing the valves
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6.2.3
Increasing the filling speed
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6.2.4
Chopping up foreign objects in the slurry
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6.3
Operating the mounted implement
36
6.3.1
Folding the booms of a mounted implement
36
6.3.2
Adjusting the lower link position
37
6.4
Adjusting the chassis
38
6.4.1
Adjusting the drawbar position
38
6.5
Switching the lighting on and off
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6.6
Viewing the assignment of the joystick
39
6.7
Documenting work results
40
6.7.1
Trip counter
40
6.7.2
Customer-specific total counter
41
6.7.3
Implement counter
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Configuring the job computer for work
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7.1
Entering the geometry
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7.1.1
“Min. working speed” parameter
45
7.1.2
“Delay - Sequence” parameter
45
7.1.3
“Delay on start” parameter
45
7.1.4
“Delay on stop” parameter
45
7.2
Selecting and configuring the speed source
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7.2.1
Using the speed signal from the tractor
45
7.2.2
Calibrating the speed sensor with the 100m method
46
7.2.3
Entering the simulated speed
46
7.3
Calibrating the flow meter
47
7.3.1
“Correction Factor” parameter
48
7.3.2
“Flow Meter Impulses” parameter
48
7.4
Configuring the fill level sensor
48
7.5
Configuring sections
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7.6
Configuring the mounted implement
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7.6.1
“Mounted Implement” parameter
50
7.6.2
“Number of Sections” parameter
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7.6.3
“Working Width” parameter
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7.6.4
“Fold/Unfold” parameter
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Configuring the tank
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7.7.1
“Tank Size” parameter
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7.7.2
“Alarm Fill Level” parameter
51
7.7.3
“Min Auto Speed” parameter
51
7.7.4
“Delay - Level Sensor” parameter
51
7.7.5
“Correction Factor” parameter
51
7.8
Configuring the units
51
7.8.1
“No. of Dec. Places” parameter
52
7.8.2
“Decimal (fixed)” parameter
52
7.9
Configuring external operating devices
52
7.9.1
“Joystick” parameter
52
7.10
Entering the password
52
7.11
Activating licenses
52
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Troubleshooting
54
8.1
Alarm messages
54
8.2
Checking the software version
57
8.3
Compatibility
58
8.3.1
Compatibility between terminal and job computer
58
8.3.2
Compatibility with ISOBUS terminals
58
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Technical specifications
59
9.1
Technical specifications of the job computer
59
9.2
Available languages
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Spare parts
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1.2
1.3

For your safety

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Basic safety instructions

For your safety
Basic safety instructions
Be sure to always comply with the following instructions during operation:
▪ Read the operating instructions to the agricultural device which you want to control by using the
product.
▪ Before you leave the vehicle cab, ensure that all automatic mechanisms are deactivated or
manual mode is activated.
▪ Keep children away from the implement and the job computer.
Servicing
Keep the system in a functional condition. To do so, follow these instructions:
▪ Do not make any unauthorized modifications to the product. Unauthorized modifications or use
may impair safety and reduce the service life or operability of the unit. Modifications are
considered unauthorized if they are not described in the product documentation. ▪ Never remove any safety mechanisms or stickers from the product. ▪ Before charging the tractor battery, always disconnect the tractor from the job computer. ▪ The product does not include any user-serviceable parts. Do not open the casing. If the casing is
Operation
opened, its imperviousness can be changed.

Intended use

The product is only intended for use in the agricultural sector. The manufacturer is not liable for any other installation or use of the product.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any personal injury or property damage resulting from such non-compliance. All risk arising from improper use lies with the user.
Intended use also includes compliance with the conditions for operation and repairs prescribed by the manufacturer.
All applicable accident prevention regulations and all other generally recognized safety, industrial, and medical standards as well as all road traffic laws must be observed. Any unauthorized modifications made to the equipment will void the manufacturer's warranty.

Layout and meaning of warnings

All safety instructions found in these Operating Instructions are composed in accordance with the following pattern:
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WARNING
physical injury, if not avoided.
CAUTION
damage to property, if not avoided.
NOTICE
This signal word identifies hazards that could potentially cause damage to property, if not avoided.
Example
1.4
1.5
1.6
For your safety

Safety stickers on the product

1
This signal word identifies medium-risk hazards, which could potentially cause death or serious
This signal word identifies hazards that could potentially cause minor or moderate physical injury or
There are some actions that need to be performed in several steps. If there is a risk involved in carrying out any of these steps, a safety warning appears in the instructions themselves.
Safety instructions always directly precede the step involving risk and can be identified by their bold font type and a signal word.
1. NOTICE! This is a notice. It warns that there is a risk involved in the next step.
2. Step involving risk.
Safety stickers on the product
Sticker on the job computer
Do not clean with a high-pressure cleaner.

Disposal

When it has reached the end of its service life, please dispose of this product as electronic scrap in accordance with all applicable waste management laws.

EU declaration of conformity

Herewith we declare that the design and construction of this product and its identical variants, as well as the form brought onto the market by us, is in accordance with the relevant safety and health requirements of the EU Directive of Electromagnetic Compatibility 2014/30/EU. If alterations are made to the product without prior consultations with us, this declaration becomes invalid.
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(EMC Directive 2014/30/EU)
In conformity with further EU directives:
Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2)
For your safety
1
EU declaration of conformity
MIDI 3.0 job computer
Harmonised standards applied: EN ISO 14982:2009
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2.2

About the job computer

About the job computer

Job computer functions

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Job computer functions
The ECU-MIDI slurry tanker job computer is an ISOBUS job computer that can control the operation of slurry tankers.
The ISOBUS job computer is the control central of the slurry tanker. Several sensors are connected to the job computer, which monitor important implement parts. The job computer controls the implement based on these signals and on the operator's specifications. An ISOBUS terminal serves as an interface. All implement-specific data is stored in the job computer and is therefore maintained even when changing the terminal.
Among other things, the job computer can perform the following tasks: ▪ Control of various implements
– Arable injector
– Grassland injector
– Trailing hose distributor
– Trailing shoe distributor
– Splash plate
▪ Control of all hydraulic functions ▪ Control of up to 18 sections ▪ Control of various filling arms (front, top, side) ▪ Monitoring of the application ▪ Control of the tramline valves ▪ Control of a tyre inflation system ▪ Monitoring of the steering system ▪ Various speed sources ▪ Application and filling using defined sequences

System overview

The system consists of one or several job computers that are mounted on the slurry tanker and control the operation.
Small system with one job computer
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System overview
ECU-Midi job computer
Junction box
ISOBUS cable
Large system with 4 job computers, max. 7 job computers are possible
1. ECU-Midi job computer
Junction box 1st Job computer
ISOBUS cable
Connecting cable between the job computers
Junction box 2nd Job computer
2. ECU-Midi job computer
Connecting cable between the job computers
Junction box 3rd Job computer
3. ECU-Midi job computer
Connecting cable between the job computers
Junction box 4th Job computer
4th ECU-Midi job computer
Each job computer is responsible for controlling selected functions of the slurry tanker and receives signals from selected sensors. For systems with multiple job computers, identical job computers and junction boxes are used respectively.
In the slurry tanker configurator, you can see which sensors and actuators can be connected to the junction box.
Example
The following diagram shows an example of how an implement can be structured:
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Abbreviation
Meaning
will be shown here.
Hardware version
Müller-Elektronik item number
The product may only be connected to voltages within this range.
Software version upon delivery
Serial number
2.3
About the job computer

Rating plate

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ISOBUS power socket
ISOBUS job computer
Junction box
Linear actuator
Flow meter
Rotational speed sensor
Speed sensor
Work position sensor
Rating plate
Abbreviations on the rating plate
Customer number
If the product was manufactured for an agricultural machinery manufacturer, the agricultural machinery manufacturer's item number
Operating voltage
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Type of depiction
Meaning
2.
⇨
This will happen when you perform an action.
⇨
steps.
can be performed.
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3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4

About these Operating Instructions

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Who is the target user for these Operating Instructions?

About these Operating Instructions
Who is the target user for these Operating Instructions?
These Operating Instructions are intended for operators of slurry tankers equipped with a job computer from Müller-Elektronik.

Directional information in these instructions

All directional information in these instructions, such as “left”, “right”, “forward”, “back”, is relative to the movement direction of the vehicle.

Layout of operating instructions

The operating instructions explain step by step how you can perform certain operations with the product.
We use the following symbols throughout these Operating Instructions to identify different operating instructions:
1.
Actions that must be performed in succession.
Result of the action.
Result of an operating instruction.
This will happen when you have completed all
Requirements.
In the event that any requirements have been specified, these must be met before an action

Layout of references

If any references are given in these Operating Instructions, they appear as:
Example of a reference: [➙ 12]
References can be identified by their square brackets and an arrow. The number following the arrow shows you on what page the section starts where you can find further information.
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4.1
4.1.1
4.1.2
Procedure
4.1.3
Procedure

Mounting and installation

Mounting and installation

Installing the job computer

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Installing the job computer

Selecting the installation site

Take note of the following when selecting the installation location:
The job computer must be installed on the slurry tanker, not on the tractor. ▪ The job computer should be installed where it is protected from dust and water. ▪ To avoid damage due to the penetration of water, the connections on the job computer must be
pointing to the sides.

Connecting the AMP connectors

This is how to connect two AMP connectors:
1. Pull out the red locking device of the AMP socket all the way to the end.
⇨ You will hear a loud clicking sound.
⇨ The openings for inserting the locking pins of the connector are visible.
2. Insert the connector into the socket. It should be possible to easily insert the locking pins in the
openings.
⇨ The connector is loosely inserted in the socket.
3. Press in the red locking device.
⇨ You will hear a loud clicking sound.
⇨ A part of the locking device comes through to the other side of the socket.
⇨ You have connected and locked the connector with the socket.

Separating the AMP connectors

This is how to separate two AMP connectors:
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Procedure
Mounting and installation
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Connecting the job computer to the ISOBUS

1. Press in both ends of the red locking device in direction of the connector.
⇨ You will hear a loud clicking sound.
⇨ The locking device has been released.
2. Pull out the red locking device of the AMP socket all the way to the end.
3. Pull the connector out of the socket.
Connecting the job computer to the ISOBUS
To connect the job computer to the power supply and to the ISOBUS terminal, you have to connect the ISOBUS cable to an ISOBUS power socket on the tractor.
This is how to connect the job computer to the ISOBUS:
1. Take the ISOBUS cable from the job computer.
2. Unscrew the dust protection cap.
⇨
3. Insert the ISOBUS connector into the ISOBUS power socket on the tractor.
4. Lock the connector. For basic vehicle harnesses from Müller-Elektronik, turn the connector
clockwise. For other ISOBUS basic vehicle harnesses, the procedure depends on the model.
⇨ The connector fits tightly.
5. Screw the dust protection cap of the connector and the socket together.
⇨
6. When the work is completed, separate the connection and screw the dust protection cap back
on.
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NOTICE
Risk of short-circuit
◦ Pay attention to the polarity of the cable cores and the terminals.
4.3
4.3.1
Procedure
Mounting and installation

Installing the junction box

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⇨
Installing the junction box
Take note of the following when selecting the installation location: ▪ Ensure that cables cannot be damaged by the moving implement. ▪ The cable glands must be facing downwards.

Connecting the sensors and actuators to the junction box

Every sensor and every actuator that is mentioned in the pin-out diagram must be connected to the connection in the junction box mentioned in the pin-out diagram.
This can be done in two ways: ▪ The sensor or actuator ends with a short cable and an AMP connector.
In this case, you will receive a fitting extension cable for each sensor. You must insert the
extension cable in the junction box and connect it to the fitting terminal. ▪ The sensor or actuator ends with a long cable without a connector. You have to insert it in the
junction box and connect it to the fitting terminal.
The terminal to which you must connect the cable core depends on the respective implement and on the type of sensor or actuator.
Please note that the cable cores for the ultrasonic sensor trigger always need to be connected to Pins 2 and 3.
When exchanging the polarity of cable cores, machine sensors can be damaged by a short-circuit.
The junction box is not powered.
There is no voltage on the components to be connected.
1. Remove the cable coating so that all cable cores are exposed.
2. Insert the cable to the end of the coat. There should only be cable cores inside the junction box.
The cable coating must end at the junction box casing. This is the only way to ensure that you
have enough space in the junction box to be able to guide all of the cable cores to the terminals.
3. Remove the cable coating of the cable cores ca. 1 cm from the end of the cable core.
4. CAUTION! Pay attention to the proper polarity of the cable cores and the terminals.
5. Connect the cable cores to the terminals.
To do so, use the information on the lid of the junction box, on the relay circuit board and in the
pin-out diagram.
6. With screw terminals, use wire end sleeves. Wire end sleeves may not be used with spring-
loaded terminal blocks.
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mode)
Rotational speed sensor
Inductive sensor
Position sensor (e.g. working position)
Pressure sensor
Digital pressure sensor
Flow meter
Magnetic inductive liquid flow meter
4.3.2
Procedure
4.3.3
Procedure
4.4
Mounting and installation
4

Installing sensors on the slurry tanker

7. Close the screw connections of the junction box.
After screwing them shut, the glands should be sealed.
8. Close unused openings in the casing of the junction box with blind caps.

Inserting the cable core into a terminal

Each terminal consists of two openings: ▪ The upper opening of the terminal opens the lower opening. ▪ The bottom opening of the terminal serves to insert and clamp one cable core.
You have prepared a small flat screwdriver that fits the upper opening of the terminal. You only
need this screwdriver if there are no wire end sleeves on the cable cores.
You have cut the cable to the proper length and have exposed the cable cores according to the
instructions, or you have a finished cable from Müller Elektronik.
The tractor engine is switched off.
The junction box is not powered.
There is no voltage on the components to be connected.
1. Find the proper connectors for the cable cores to be connected.
To do so, use the information on the lid of the junction box, on the relay circuit board and in the
pin-out diagram.
2. Insert the cable core into the opening in the lower part of the terminal. If you are not using wire
end sleeves, you first have to use the screwdriver.
⇨ The cable core will be held by the terminal.
⇨ You have clamped the cable core.

Connecting the junction box to the job computer

1. Connect the AMP connector of the junction box onto the proper job computer.
Installing sensors on the slurry tanker
The following sensors can be installed on the slurry tanker:
Purpose Sensor type (according to the operating
Speed sensor
Reed contact sensor
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Pin
Cable color
Designation
1
blue
0 VE
2
brown
12 VE
3
black
Signal
4.4.1
4.4.2
Mounting and installation
Installing sensors on the slurry tanker
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Installing the rotational speed sensors

Inductive sensors are suitable as rotational speed sensors.
Functional principle
A signal is measured when the magnet field of the sensor is influenced by an object made of magnetically conductive metal. Stainless steel is not suitable for this.
Schematic overview
Reacting distance (depends on the sensor)
Metal object (e.g. gearwheel)
Sensor
Control LED
Connector pin assignment
3-pin AMP connector

Installing the speed and position sensors

Reed contact sensors are suitable as speed and position sensors.
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South pole of the magnet (red side)
Magnet (nonmagnetic attachment, e.g. V2A, copper, brass)
Pin
Cable color
Designation
1
green
Signal
2
brown
Mounting and installation
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Installing sensors on the slurry tanker
Functional principle
A signal is sent when the red side of a magnet is held in front of the red cap of the sensor. This creates a connection between the signal line and the ground wire of the sensor.
Schematic overview
Min. 25 mm
Distance 15-25mm
Attachment angle
Sensor (red cap)
Connector pin assignment
3-pin connector
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Pin
Cable color
Designation
3
white
0 VE
Pin
Cable color
Designation
1
white
0 VE
2
brown
12 VE
3
green
Signal
Pin
Cable color
Designation
1
white
0 VE
2
brown
12 VE
4.4.3
Mounting and installation
3-pin AMP connector
Installing sensors on the slurry tanker
4

Installing the pressure sensors

Digital pressure sensors with frequency output are suitable as pressure sensors.
Functional principle
A membrane records the pressure. The internal electronics analyse the pressure. The electronics then send a ground-switching square frequency as an output signal. This output frequency is proportional to the pressure.
Schematic overview
Pressure sensor
Connector cable
Connector pin assignment
3-pin AMP connector
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