HARRISTON PICK POTATO PLANTER

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1 HARRISTON PICK POTATO PLANTER DICKEY-john 0.00 Seed 1 CH2 Rate CH MANUAL RPM 0.00 Fert 2 Shaker 4 AC1 CH1 Rate M KS AC CH 1 LBS AC SEED 1 IN S +1 SEED 1 CH 1 LBS AC SEED 4 KS CH 1 OFF AC Dickey-john IntelliAg ESC

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3 HARRISTON PICK PLANTER Dickey-john IntelliAg Module Configuration (see page 49) Seed Sensor # of ROWS = Number of Planter Rows Ground Speed Setup (see page 83) Source Digital Freq Gspd Constant (for Dickey John radar) Shutoff Speed 0.0 MPH Minimum Override 0.0 MPH Master Sw Timeout 10.0 SEC Alarm Delay 5.0 SEC PreCharge Gnd Speed 4.0 MPH Flush Gnd Speed 4.0 MPH Material 1 (Seed) (see page 53) Type = PLANTER CONTROL Units = In/s with s/f or Ks/ac with s/sec* Preset Method = Enabled or Disabled* Seeds Per Rev = 24 Disc Low Limit = 10 Disc High Limit = 30 High Pop Alarm = 20% Low Pop = 20% Material 2 (Granular Fertilizer) (see page 54) Type = GRAN FERT CONTROL Units = LBS/AC with LB/HR Preset Method = Enabled or Disabled* Density = Fertilizer weight per cubic foot Spreader = 4 ROW 6 ROW 8 ROW 1/2" GATE " GATE Low RPM Limit = 3 High RPM Limit = 35 Prod Level Alarm = 0% Material 3 (Granular Chemical) (see page 56) Type = GRAN FERT CONTROL Units = LBS/AC with LB/HR Preset Method = Enabled or Disabled* Density = Chemical weight per cubic foot 6 Drops 8 Drops 12 Drops 16 Drops 24 Drops Low RPM Limit = 3 High RPM Limit = 30 Prod Level Alarm = 0% *Operator Preference Seed Spacing (inches) Row Spacing (inches)

4 HARRISTON PICK PLANTER Dickey-john IntelliAg Channel 1 (Seed) (see page 59) Type = PLANTER CONTROL Material = Seed 1 Control Mode = Auto Drive Type = PW1 Drive Freq. = 100 Input Filter = 50 Gear Ratio = Sensor Constant = 360 # Seed Rows = Number of planter rows Channel Width = Row spacing x number of planter rows (total width of planter) Precharge Time = 0* Delay Time = 0.0 Flush Enable = Enabled Channel 2 (Granular Fertilizer) (see page 60) Type = GRAN FERT CONTROL Material = Fert 2 Control Mode = Auto Drive Type = PW2 Drive Freq. = 100 Input Filter = 50 Sensor Constant = 360 Gear Ratio = 1 # Seed Rows = Number of planter rows Channel Width = Row spacing x number of planter rows (total width of planter) Precharge Time = 0* Delay Time = 0.0 Flush Enable = Disabled* Channel 3 (Granular Chemical) (see page 62) Type = GRAN FERT CONTROL Material = Chem 3 Control Mode = Auto Drive Type = PW3 Drive Freq. = 100 Input Filter = 50 Sensor Constant = 360 Gear Ratio = 1 # Seed Rows = Number of planter rows Channel Width = Row spacing x number of planter rows (total width of planter) Precharge Time = 0* Delay Time = 0.0 Flush Enable = Disabled* * Operator Preference

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6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Index on Page 154 SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE 1 Introduction Safety General Safety Operating Safety Maintenance Safety Chemical Safety Hydraulic safety Transport Safety Storage Safety Tire Safety Assembly Safety Safety Decals Sign-Off Form Safety Decal Locations Operation To the New Operator or Owner Principle Components Pre-Start and Break-In Pre-Operation Checklist Equipment Matching Dickey-john IntelliAg Hydraulic Control System Dickey-john IntelliAg Components Dickey-john IntelliAg Initial Programming Data Entry Console Setup Display/Volume Setup Language Setup Ground Speed Calibration Time/Date Setup Auxiliary Input/Function Units and Decimal Setup System Modes Operate Mode Setup/Configuration Mode IntelliAg System Configuration (Programming) Module Configuration Material/Channel Configuration Material 1 (Seed) Setup Material 2 (Fertilizer) Setup Material 3 (Granular Chemical) Setup Control Channel 1 (Planter) Setup Control Channel 2 (Fertilizer Attachment) Setup Control Channel 3 (Granular Chemical Attachment) Setup Work Screen Configuration Spreader Constant Calibration Control Channel Valve Calibration Material Summary Screen Fill Disk Continuous Test

7 SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE Rev Test Seed Monitor Setup Ground Speed Setup Ground Speed Calibration System Operation System Information and Diagnostics Updating Software Alarms Rate Calibration Attaching Tractor Daily Inspection Machine Settings Gauge Wheels Picker Wheel/Seed Bowl Clearance Pick Placement in Pick Arms Picker Wheel Cam Feedbox Chain Speed Planter Shoe Depth Rear Closing Disc Adjustments Seed Bowl Volume Field Operation Operating Hints Transporting Storage Placing in Storage Removing from Storage

8 SECTION DESCRIPTION... PAGE 5 Service And Maintenance Service Fluids and Lubricants Greasing Service Intervals Maintenance Picker Wheel Drive Sprocket Picker Wheel to Seed Bowl Clearance Re-Timing Picker Wheels Row Unit Shear Bolts Hydraulics Roller Chain Tension Hydraulic Drive Chain Picker Wheel Drive Chain Feedbox Roller Chain Drive Feed Chain Tension Operation of Feedbox Motor Feedbox Motor Testing Replacing Bowl Switch Rebuilding Shoes Walking Beam/Tracking Adjustment Servicing Pulse Width Modulating (PWM) Valve Optional Equipment Row Markers Hill Rollers Deer Tong Ripper Shank Trash Shank Rear Ripper Pesticide Applicator Troubleshooting Machine Troubleshooting Control System Troubleshooting Shipping And Assembly Specifications Bolt Torque Hydraulic Fitting Torque Mechanical Index

9 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your choice of a Harriston potato planter to complement your farming operation. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning potato industry for the efficient planting of potatoes. Safe, efficient, and trouble-free operation of your Harriston planter requires that you and anyone else who will be operating or maintaining the planter read and understand all of the safety, operation, maintenance, and trouble shooting information contained in this Operator's Manual. This manual covers the 2, 4, 6, and 8 row models. Differences are covered and explained where appropriate. Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators and owners. Call your Harriston dealer or distributor if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manual. Serial # 40YYXX YY = Year of Manufacture Model #4004 (4 Row Pull-Type) #4006 (6 Row Pull-Type) #4008 (8 Row Pull-Type) #4014 (4 Row Semi-Mount) #4016 (6 Row Semi-Mount) OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right, front, and rear, as mentioned throughout the manual, are as seen from the driver's seat and facing in the direction of travel 4

10 2 SAFETY SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This Safety Alert symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety messages on the Harriston Planter and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety message. Why is SAFETY Important to you? 3 Big Reasons Accidents Disable and Kill Accidents Cost Accidents Can Be Avoided SIGNAL WORDS: Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING, AND CAUTION with the safety messages. The appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the following guidelines: DANGER - An immediate and specific hazard, which WILL result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken. WARNING - A specific hazard or unsafe practice, which COULD result in severe personal injury or death if proper precautions are not taken. CAUTION - Unsafe practices which could result in personal injury if proper practices are not taken, or as a reminder of good safety 5

11 SAFETY YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Harriston potato planter. YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain, or work around the Planter be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual. This manual will take you step-by-step through your working day and alerts you to all good safety practices that should be adhered to while operating the planter. Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE operating this equipment is familiar with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety precautions. Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury by ignoring good safety practices. Planter owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them to operate the planter, and at least annually thereafter per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulation The most important safety device on this equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator's responsibility to read and understand ALL safety and operating instructions in the manual and to follow them. Most accidents can be avoided. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the machine. An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death. Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety and could affect the life of the equipment. Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY! 2.1 GENERAL SAFETY 1. Read and understand the Operator's Manual and all safety signs before operating, maintaining, or adjusting the planter. 2. Provide a first-aid kit for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible place. 3. Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible place. 4. Wear appropriate protective gear. This list includes, but is not limited to: A hard hat Protective shoes with slip resistant soles Protective glasses or goggles Heavy gloves Wet weather gear Hearing protection Respirator or filter mask 5. Install and secure all guards before starting. 6. Do not allow riders. 7. Wear suitable ear protection for prolonged exposure to excessive noise. 8. Stop tractor engine, lower machine to the ground, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging. 9. Clear the area of people, especially small children, before starting the unit. 10. Review safety related items annually with all personnel who will be operating or maintaining the planter. 6

12 2.2 OPERATING SAFETY 1. Read and understand the Operator's Manual and all safety signs before operating, servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging, or filling. 2. Do not allow riders. 3. Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating. 4. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from moving parts. 5. Stop tractor engine, lower machine to the ground, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging, or filling. 6. Place all tractor controls in neutral before starting. 7. Operate machine only while seated on the tractor seat. 8. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, before starting. 9. Keep all hydraulic lines, fittings, and couplers tight and free of leaks before using. 10. Clean reflectors, slow moving vehicle sign, and lights before transporting. 11. Add extra lights and use pilot vehicle when transporting during times of limited visibility. 12. Use hazard flashers on tractor when transporting. 13. Install safety chain when attaching to tractor. 2.3 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 1. Follow all the operating, maintenance, and safety information in the manual. 2. Support the machine with blocks or safety stands when changing tires or working beneath it. 3. Stop tractor engine, lower machine to the ground, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging, or filling. 4. Make sure all guards are in place and properly secured when maintenance work is completed. 5. Never wear ill-fitting, baggy, or frayed clothing when working around or on any of the drive system components. 6. Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system, make sure all lines, fittings, and couplers are tight and in good condition. 7. Install safety rod and pin securely in position on hitch cylinder frame before working under frame. 8. Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before servicing or disconnecting from tractor. 9. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from moving or rotating parts. 10. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, when carrying out any maintenance and repairs or making adjustments. 11. Wear appropriate protective gear when contacting chemical handling components on machine. 14. Follow chemical manufacturers' handling and safety instructions exactly when using chemicals with machine. 15. Review safety instructions with all operators annually. 7

13 2.4 CHEMICAL SAFETY 1. Some agricultural chemicals are among the most toxic substances known to man. Minute quantities can contaminate clothing, machinery, the workplace, and the environment. Follow the chemical manufacturers' instructions exactly. Death can result from their improper use. 2. Misuse, including excessive rates, uneven application, and label violations, can cause injury to crops, livestock, people, and the environment. 3. Do not breathe, touch, or ingest chemicals or the dust. Always wear protective clothing and follow safe handling procedures. 4. Follow the manufacturers' instructions for chemical storage. Avoid unnecessary storage by purchasing only the quantity needed for the crop year. 5. Keep all chemicals out of the reach of children and away from livestock and animals. 10. Do not eat in the field where chemicals are being applied. 11. In case of chemical poisoning, get immediate medical attention. 12. Know the Poison Control Emergency telephone number for your area before using agricultural chemicals. United States Alberta Manitoba (204) Ottawa Thoroughly wash clothing and equipment contaminated by chemicals. 14. Wash the applicators immediately after field work. Dispose of wash water in an environmentally safe manner. Wash water can contaminate the soil or a clean water supply. 6. Store chemicals only in their original containers in a locked area. 7. Check with local authorities regarding the disposal of small quantities of chemicals, chemical containers and wash water. 8. Do not burn the containers or leave them lying in the field or ditches. Take them to your local container disposal site. 9. Wash thoroughly before eating. Use detergent to remove all chemical residue. Rinse carefully and dry with disposable towels. 8

14 2.5 HYDRAULIC SAFETY 1. Make sure that all components in the hydraulic system are kept in good condition and are clean. 2. Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or crimped hoses and metal lines. 3. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic lines, fittings, or hoses by using tape clamps, or cements. The hydraulic system operates under extremely high pressure. Such repairs will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe condition. 4. Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for a highpressure hydraulic leak. Use a piece of wood or cardboard as a backstop instead of hands to isolate and identify a leak. 2.6 TRANSPORT SAFETY 1. Make sure you are in compliance with all local regulations regarding transporting equipment on public roads and highways. 2. Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem and all the lights and reflectors that are required by the local highway and transport authorities are in place, are clean, and can be seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffic. 3. Do not allow anyone to ride on the Planter or tractor during transport. 4. Do not exceed 32 km/h (20 mph). Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces. 5. Do not transport with a full seed or fertilizer tank. 5. If injured by a concentrated high-pressure stream of hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention immediately. Serious infection or toxic reaction can develop from hydraulic fluid piercing the skin surface. 6. Before applying pressure to the system, make sure all components are tight and that lines, hoses, and couplings are not damaged. 9

15 2.7 STORAGE SAFETY 1. Store away from areas of human activity. Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine. 2. Make sure the unit is sitting, or blocked up firm and solid and will not tip or sink into a soft area. 3. Cover with a weather - proof tarpaulin and tie down securely. 2.8 TIRE SAFETY 1. Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an explosion, which may result in serious injury or death. 2. Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to do the job. 3. Have a qualified tire dealer or repair service perform required tire maintenance. 2.9 ASSEMBLY SAFETY 1. Assemble in an area with sufficient space to handle the largest component and access to all sides of machine. 2. Use only lifts, cranes, jacks, and tools, with sufficient capacity for the load. 3. Use two people to handle the large bulky components SAFETY DECALS 1. Keep safety decals and signs clean and legible at all times. 2. Replace safety decals and signs that are missing or have become illegible. 3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign. 4. Safety decals or signs are available from your Dealer Parts Department. HOW TO INSTALL SAFETY DECALS: 1. Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry. 2. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper. 3. Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper. 4. Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky backing in place. 5. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in place. 6. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of decal backing paper. 4. Do not allow spectators in the working area. 10

16 2.11 SIGN-OFF FORM Harriston Industries follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the potato planter must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Operating, and Maintenance information presented in this manual. Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed. Annually review this information before the season start-up. Make these periodic reviews of Safety and Operation a standard practice for all of your equipment. We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine. A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be working with the equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator's Manual and have been instructed in the operation of the equipment. SIGN OFF FORM Date Employees Signature Employers Signature 11

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18 3 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS 13

19 3 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS The types of decals and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Decals, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS Read Operator's Manual before using machine. 2. Stop tractor engine, lower machine to the ground place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging, or filling. 3. Install and secure all guards before starting. 4. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts. 5. Do not allow riders. 6. Keep all hydraulic lines, fittings, and couplers tight and free of leaks before using. 7. Clean reflectors, SMV, and lights before transporting. 8. Install safety rod and pin securely in position on hitch cylinder frame before working under frame or transporting machine. 9. Add extra lights and use pilot vehicle when transporting during items of limited visibility. 10. Use hazard flashers on tractor when transporting. 11. Install safety chain when attaching to tractor. 12. Follow chemical manufacturers' handling and safety instructions exactly when using chemicals with machine. 13. Review safety instructions with all operators 11 REMEMBER - If Safety Decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible, or parts replaced without decals, new decals must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized dealer. 14

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21 The types of decals and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Decals, the type of warning, and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS REMEMBER - If Safety Decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible, or parts replaced without decals, new decals must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized dealer. 16

22 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS 17

23 Warning Falling Hazard Decal Yellow Reflector Decal Red Reflector Decal Harriston Large Decal Caution (Hitch) Decal Attention Check Torque Decal Made with Pride Decal Missing Shield Decal Harriston Quality Decal Slow Moving Sign Decal Warning High Pressure Attention Alteration to Hydraulic Decal Warning Falling Hazard Small Serial Number Plate Danger Toxic Chemical Warning Empty Seed Tank for Transport Warning Moving Parts Hazard Warning Rotating Parts Hazard 18

24 4 OPERATION 1. Read and understand the Operator's Manual and all safety signs before operating, servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging, or filling. 2. Do not allow riders. 3. Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating. 4. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from moving parts. 5. Stop tractor engine, lower machine to the ground, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging, or filling. 4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER Harriston potato planters are designed to quickly and efficiently plant potatoes with almost any row spacing and in a variety of seed placement spacings. The ground or hydraulic drive ensures accurate placement of seed at any reasonable speed. Many features incorporated into this machine are the result of suggestions made by customers like you. Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the machine safely and to set it to provide maximum field efficiency. By following the operating instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your planter will provide many years of trouble-free service. 6. Place all tractor controls in neutral before starting. 7. Operate machine only while seated on the tractor seat. 8. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, before starting. 9. Keep all hydraulic lines, fittings, and couplers tight and free of leaks before using. 10. Clean reflectors, SMV, and lights before transporting. 11. Add extra lights and use pilot vehicle when transporting during times of limited visibility. 12. Use hazard flashers on tractor when transporting. 13. Install safety chain when attaching to tractor. 14. Follow chemical manufacturers' handling and safety instructions exactly when using chemicals with machine. 15. Review safety instructions with all operators annually. 19

25 4.2 PRINCIPLE COMPONENTS The Harriston potato planter uses a large hopper (A) to carry cut potatoes over the field for planting. A small hydraulically powered feed chain (B) moves the seed into the seed bowl (C) next to the planting wheels (D). An electrical switch in the bowl activates the potato chain when more seed is required. Ground driven tires or a hydraulic system drive the planting wheels through a series of adjustable chains and sprockets used to set the spacing between each plant. A series of spring-loaded picks (E) select a potato as it moves through the bowl. As the picker wheels (D) turn, the picks are pulled back when they contact a cam on the lower portion of the arc. The potato is released and drops into the ground. The shoe (G) ahead of the planting wheel opens the ground to receive the seed. Discs (I), behind the row unit, close the seedbed and start the hilling process. Adjustable gauge wheels (G) allow the operator to set the depth of the seed. Before starting to work, all operators should familiarize themselves with the location and function of the controls on the planter and tractor. The Harriston Planter is offered with two different drive systems: Dickey-john IntelliAg, and Ground (Mechanical) ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE DIRECTLY TO THE BATTERY WITH 'CLEAN' LEADS. GROUND WIRE MUST BE FREE FROM CORROSION ANY SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED BY CONNECTION OF ELECTRICAL LEADS TO ANY OTHER POWER SOURCE WILL NOT BE COVERED BY HARRISTON INDUSTRIES 20

26 4.3 PRE-START AND BREAK IN Although there are no operational restrictions on the Planter when it is used for the first time, it is recommended that the following mechanical items be checked. PRE-START INSPECTION 1. Read the Operator's Manual Tighten wheel bolts to 140 ft-lbs (24 N.m) torque Check that tires are inflated to their specified pressure Check that the hydraulic lines and electrical harness are routed where they will not contact moving parts. Be sure all components are clipped, taped, or tied securely in place Check that all guards are installed and secured Tighten all mounting bolts on rear ladder and loading platform if so equipped Check that all picks are in place and straight. Install or straighten as required Rotate each picker wheel to be sure that the overrunning clutch and drives are functioning properly. Lubricate or adjust as required Check that all required nuts and bolts are installed and tightened to their specified torque Lubricate the machine. AFTER OPERATING FOR 2 HOURS 1. Re-torque all wheel bolts. 2. Check tire pressure. 3. Re-torque all other fasteners and hardware. 4. Check that no hoses are being pinched, crimped, or are rubbing. Reroute as required. 5. Check that the wiring harness is not being pinched, crimped, or rubbing. Reroute as required. 6. Check the tension and alignment of all drive and feed chains. Adjust as required. 7. Check the condition of the picks on each wheel. Replace or straighten as required. 8. Lubricate the machine. AFTER OPERATING FOR 10 HOURS 1. Re-torque all wheel bolts. 2. Re-torque all fasteners and hardware. 3. Check the routing of hydraulic lines and the wiring harness. Reroute as required to prevent pinching, crimping, binding or rubbing. 4. Check the tension and alignment of all drive and conveyor chains. Adjust as required. 5. Check the condition of the picks on each wheel. Replace or straighten as required. 6. Go to the normal Service and Maintenance schedule. RE-TORQUE WHEEL BOLTS EVERY 50 HOURS. 4.4 PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST Efficient and safe operation of the Harriston planter requires that each operator reads and understands the operating procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre-operation checklist is provided for the operator. It is important for both personal safety and maintaining the good mechanical condition of the machine that this checklist is followed. Before operating the Planter and each time thereafter, the following areas should be checked: 1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule outlined in the Maintenance Section. 2. Check the drives for entangled material. 3. Check that the picks are not broken or bent. Replace or straighten as required. 4. Check the chains and sprockets for proper tension and alignment. Adjust as required. 5. Ensure that all bearings turn freely. 6. Make sure all guards and shields are in place secured, and functioning as designed. 7. Check that all hydraulic fittings and connections are tight and in good condition. 21

27 4.5 EQUIPMENT MATCHING The Harriston potato planter was designed to be used on large 2-wheel drive or front wheel assist agricultural tractors. To ensure good field performance, the following list of specifications must be met.: HYDRAULICS The towing tractor must be capable of p.s.i. to operate hydraulic drive. Additional flow must be provided for the following: Ground Drive (4 gallons) Rear Lift (3 gallons) Markers (2 gallons) Fertilizer (5 gallons) Hydraulic Drive (12 gallons) Air Insecticide (4 gallons) THREE POINT HITCH With 2 point semi-mount attaching systems, a Cat III 3 point is recommended. TRACTOR WEIGHT By following the recommendations for tractor power, the tractor will have sufficient weight to provide stability for the unit during field operations or transporting. It is also recommended that each tractor be equipped with a full complement of suitcase weights on the front of the tractor. This will provide the required weight on the front for turning as well as extra traction if equipped with front wheel assist. ELECTRICAL Each machine requires a 12 volt 20 amp power supply to operate the solenoid for the feed chain into the seed bowl. An additional 12 volt 5 amp supply is required for the hydraulic drive models. The switch is routed into the cab for easy access during operation HORSEPOWER Level, Firm Rolling, Soft 3 Point Soil Soil Lift Cap. 4 Row 90 HP 110 HP 6000 LBS. 4 Row W/ FERT. 110 HP 130 HP 8500 LBS. 6 Row 140 HP 160 HP 8000 LBS. 6 Row W/ FERT. 160 HP 180 HP LBS. 8 Row 165 HP 200 HP LBS. 8 Row W/ FERT. 200 HP 225 HP LBS. TIRE CONFIGURATION It is recommended that a tire width be used on the tractor that will allow the tire footprint to fit between the rows being planted. The row spacing of the Planter can be adjusted. Tires that are too wide for the available space will compact the seedbed and affect plant growth. 22

28 4.6 DICKEY-john IntelliAg HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM The hydraulic drive planter is a single series hydraulic system controlled by an electronic pulse width modulated (PWM) control valve. Hydraulic oil flow and pressure is supplied by the tractor. This valve controls how fast the picker wheels turn, which in turn, determines seed spacing. The system can be operated with an open or closed tractor hydraulic system. PRESSURE- FLOW COMPENSATED SYSTEM Most new tractors use a pressure flow compensated hydraulic system. Flow is adjusted with the tractor flow control. It is recommended that flow be set to deliver only the g.p.m. required to operate the planter at the desired rate and speed, usually 10 g.p.m. is sufficient. Excess flow could damage the planter control system. When planting, the pressure will be the tractor operating system pressure (usually 3000 p.s.i.) plus the pressure required to operate the planter. This varies greatly depending on planter size and configuration. These systems have a very high flow, some in excess of 40 g.p.m. To reduce overheating and possible damage to planter hydraulic system, set the flow to deliver only the g.p.m. to operate the planter. Some compensated hydraulic systems have a pressure-sensing line available as an option. Consult your tractor dealer about this option. When the planter is not moving, or operating in manual mode, there will be flow and pressure from the tractor (A), but no flow or pressure after the PWM valve (B). When the planter begins to move, (or if you run the planter manually in test mode), the control console receives a signal from the radar gun and begins to open the valve. Oil will begin to flow from Port 3 of the valve to the pick wheel hydraulic motor (C). As the hydraulic motor begins to turn, oil will flow from the motor to the feedbox flow control (D) and on to the feedbox motors (E). Oil returns to the tractor after it flows through the feedbox motors (F). If you have a fertilizer attachment, oil flows from the bypass outlet on the PWM valve for the pick wheel motor to the PWM valve for the fertilizer attachment (G). It then flows to the Fertilizer hydraulic motor (H) & back to the return line to the tractor (F). See Page 124 for more information on motor solenoids / oil flow. If the feed box motor solenoid is open (potatoes contacting switch), oil will bypass the feedbox motors in the valve block below the solenoid and continue to the other feedbox motors. If the feed box motor solenoid is closed (no potatoes contacting bowl switch), oil will flow through and turn the motor. Any motor that has a closed solenoid will turn as long as the main drive motor is turning. Set the flow control on #2 or #3 when starting. See Page 106 for setting bowl seed level. Flow or Gallons Per Minute (G.P.M) is regulated by the tractor flow control. Flow should be set so that sufficient flow is provided to operate planter at the desired planting speed. Usually this will be 10 g.p.m or less. Flow should never be above 10 g.p.m. A check valve is located after the hydraulic tip on the tractor pressure line to prevent the planter from running in reverse. 23

29 B A DICKEY-john IntelliAg Hydraulic System (with fertilizer) Excess Flow In H Control Flow D G Port 3 (Control Flow) Port 2 (Excess Flow) Port 1 (In) C B Out E In Return line to Tractor F Pressure line from Tractor A 24

30 4.7 DICKEY-john IntelliAg Wiring Diagram Base system with Seed Monitor & Single in-cab Feedbox Switch (H) = Harriston Part number (DJ) = Dickey-john part numbers Battery - + CAN Terminator (H) (DJ) Tractor Cab (Power) Harness (H) (DJ) Harness (H) (DJ) Chassis Ground Console (H) (DJ) Standard Dj PM Style Planter Harness (H) Row Harness (H) Row Harness (H) Row Harness (H) Seed Monitor Eyes To Implement CAN Harness Implement CAN Breakaway Harness (H) (10') (H) (20') (DJ) (10') (DJ) (20') Ignition NOTE: This wire must be connected to switched +12VDC Master Switch (H) (DJ) Console Mounting Kit (H) (DJ) S1 Implement CAN Extension Harness (H) (DJ) (5') (Not needed for 4 Row Planter) Speed Sensor from tractor (If using tractor radar) Channel 1-4 Encoders Labeled FB1-FB4 Encoder (H) (DJ) S1 Master Module (H) (DJ) S1 PWM Solenoid Valves (Channel 1-4 Control) Labeled PWM 1-PWM 4 4 GPM Hyd. Valve (H) (DJ) S1 Implement Lift Sensor Labeled IMP LIFT (If no implement lift sensor is used, connect the IMP LIFT leads together) Implement Lift Switch (H) (DJ) S1 HOPPER 1 NOT USED WSMT Module Planter Control WSMT Module Harness (H) (DJ) WSMT Actuator Harness (H) (DJ) Radar Speed Sensor Labeled GND SPEED (If using speed sensor mounted on planter) CAN Terminator (H) (DJ) Dickey-john Radar (H) (DJ) RVS III OR Dickey-john GPS Speed Sensor (H) (DJ) S1 25

31 Feedbox Switchbox Wiring Diagram (One switch for all feedboxes) #96051 Strain Relief Fitting 3X #95360 Junction Box #96078 Female Spade Terminal #96079 Male Spade Terminal #96077 Blue Wire To Elec. Solenoid To Feedbox To Elec. Solenoid To Feedbox #96208 Buss Bar Positive (+) From Tractor Switchbox Ground (-) From Tractor Switchbox Black Com On NC Diode Grey Stripe White #96083 Ext. Wire 14/2 Black White Black #96207 Delphi Packard Shroud Half #96206 Delphi Packard Tower Half 26

32 DICKEY-john IntelliAg Wiring Diagram Base system with Seed Monitor & paired Feedbox Switches (H) = Harriston Part number (DJ) = Dickey-john part numbers Battery - + Feedbox Switchbox (H) (DJ) S1 Harness (H) (DJ) CAN Terminator (H) (DJ) Tractor Cab (Power) Harness (H) (DJ) Harness (H) (DJ) Chassis Ground Console (H) (DJ) Standard Dj PM Style Planter Harness (H) Row Harness (H) Row Harness (H) Row Harness (H) Seed Monitor Eyes To Implement CAN Harness Implement CAN Breakaway Harness (H) (10') (H) (20') (DJ) (10') (DJ) (20') Ignition NOTE: This wire must be connected to switched +12VDC Master Switch (H) (DJ) Console Mounting Kit (H) (DJ) S1 Implement CAN Extension Harness (H) (DJ) (5') (Not needed for 4 Row Planter) Speed Sensor from tractor (If using tractor radar) Channel 1-4 Encoders Labeled FB1-FB4 Encoder (H) (DJ) S1 Master Module (H) (DJ) S1 WSMT Module Planter Control WSMT Module Harness (H) (DJ) Driver (H) (DJ) S1 WSMB Module Harness (H) (DJ) Driver (H) (DJ) S1 CAN Terminator (H) (DJ) PWM Solenoid Valves (Channel 1-4 Control) Labeled PWM 1-PWM 4 4 GPM Hyd. Valve (H) (DJ) S1 HOPPER 1 NOT USED Implement Lift Sensor Labeled IMP LIFT (If no implement lift sensor is used, connect the IMP LIFT leads together) Implement Lift Switch (H) (DJ) S1 WSMT Actuator Harness (H) (DJ) Radar Speed Sensor Labeled GND SPEED (If using speed sensor mounted on planter) Dickey-john Radar (H) (DJ) RVS III OR Dickey-john GPS Speed Sensor (H) (DJ) S1 Driver (H) (DJ) S1 Planter Output Module (H) (DJ) S1 27

33 DICKEY-john MASTER Intelli FEEDER BELT DICKEY-john DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTINUED ESC PULSE WIDTH MODULATED VALVE The pulse width modulated valve (PWM) uses electric current to raise and lower a valve, which controls the amount of oil flow. It is usually mounted on the Left end of the planter. The PWM Valve requires a very exact voltage to operate properly. Therefore ALL HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEMS MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY WITH A "CLEAN" POWER AND GROUND WIRE. Convenience outlets in the cab or outside the cab are NOT acceptable power sources. Radios, telephones, tractor radar, or any other electrical devices cannot be connected to the same power and ground wires. ANY SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED BY CONNECTION OF THE POWER AND GROUND WIRES TO ANY SOURCE OTHER THAN DIRECTLY TO THE BATTERY WILL NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY. If a channel fails to operate use the procedure on page 135 to troubleshoot the cause & remedy the problem. 28

34 ENCODER The encoder counts the rotation of the shaft that drives the pick wheels. It is a 360 pulse per revolution encoder. One revolution of the front drive shaft turns the encoder shaft 1 revolution. The encoder is normally mounted on the left side of planter on the end row unit mounted directly to the main drive shaft. It is not recommended that the encoder be moved. ANY MALFUNCTION CAUSED BY CHANGING THE ENCODER POSITION WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL BY HARRISTON INDUSTRIES WILL NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY. Dickey-john RADAR The radar provides the console with the speed that the planter is traveling. The Dickey-john radar unit is usually mounted on the rear frame tube in the center of the planter. Mount the radar with the cord to the front. The Dickey-john radar reads both to the front and the back to provide a constant signal to the console. It must be mounted 35 to the ground. NOTE: Anything that is moving (dust, weeds, hands or feet) will cause the radar to "see movement" and send a signal to the console. WARNING Always shut hydraulics off before working on Planter Dickey-john IntelliAg CONSOLE The IntelliAg console must always be connected directly to the battery. The ground wire should be free of corrosion. The power lead must use a 'clean' line, no other accessories should be connected with it. ANY MALFUNCTION CAUSED BY IMPROPER BATTERY CONNECTION WILL NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY. The IntelliAg has a seed drop monitor in the console. At this time, the monitor is used with Dickey-john sensors located on the side of the row unit. The potatoes falling through the offset area of the chute break a beam transmitted across the seed chute. DICKEY-john 0.00 Seed 1 Fert 2 AC1 CH1 Rate 10 CH2 Rate KS 0.00 AC M KS AC LBS AC IN S CH 1 RPM +1 CH 1 SEED 1 SEED 1 CH 1 SEED 4 CH 1 OFF ESC 29

35 Master Switch and Feedbox Switch The Master Switch controls all products and is an on/off switch. The Feedbox Switch allows the operator to shut off the potato feedbox chains. This is used to empty the bowls and row units while there are potatoes in the seed tank. An optional switchbox is available to allow the shut-off of pairs of feedbox chains. Master Switchbox MASTER Intelli FEEDER BELT DICKEY-john Optional Individual Feedbox Switchbox Harness Cables The product cable contains the plug-ins for the seed sensors, radar, planter valve, and planter shaft sensor. The product cable plugs into the module harness. The module harness plugs into an extension harness, which plugs into the system power harness. The system power harness connects to the tractor harness. The Master Switch, Console, & optional Individual Feedbox Switchbox plug into the Tractor harness. The base system can control 4 channels (products). Adding another module cable, member module, & product cable will permit the control of other channels. See Page 25 for an illustration of cables. 30

36 4.8 DICKEY-john IntelliAG CONSOLE DICKEY-john 0.00 Seed 1 Fert 2 AC1 CH1 Rate 10 CH2 Rate KS 0.00 AC M KS AC CH 1 LBS AC SEED 1 IN SEED 1 S CH 1 CH 1 RPM SEED 4 CH 1 OFF ESC The console consists of: A graphics display screen A rotary knob Six software-defined keys (softkeys) A dedicated Escape (ESC) Key. ESC Escape (ESC) key The console is mounted inside the cab of the tractor. Power The Console does not have an ON/OFF power button. It is connected to the vehicle s ignition wires and powers ON when the ignition switch is turned on. When the console powers on, the DICKEY-john logo will display, the Working Set Master (WSMT) version connected, followed by the console setup screen. After approximately 4seconds, the Main Work screen displays. If errors are detected (e.g., failed sensors, incorrect configuration, etc.) an audible alarm and the appropriate alarm code displays. For a list of alarms, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING AND ALARMS section on pages 96 & 141. Alarms can be silenced by pressing and holding the Escape (ESC) key for approximately two seconds. NOTE: The Main Work screen will display the default settings upon initial startup. After that, it will display the last saved configuration. 31

37 Navigation User information is displayed on the console by graphical representation and text. The six software-defined softkeys located on the right side of the display allows navigation between screens. The function of each softkey is defined by the current display, operational mode, and system configuration. As there are only six softkeys, system options may exceed the available space on the console. In this case, the Next Page softkey displays in the 6 th softkey position. Each time this softkey is displayed, additional options are available on another screen. These additional options are accessible by pressing the Next Page softkey DATA ENTRY Next Page softkey Data entry is accomplished through a combination of softkeys and the rotary knob. On certain screens, data entry is allowable. When this is the case, the data item that is editable will display with an outline box and the editable text or background will display in yellow. CHANNEL# 1 Type Material Name Control Mode Drive Type Drive Freq. Input Filter Gear Ratio Sensor Constant # Seed Rows Seed Rows Channel Width PreCharge Time Delay Time Outline box Flush Enable PLANTER CONTROL Seed 1 Auto PWM M % PUL REV IN 0 SEC 0.0 SEC Enabled Rotate to move outline box and select a data item Push knob to select data for editing Rotate knob clockwise to increase value Rotate knob counter-clockwise to decrease value Screen Data Entry Steps: 1. Use the rotary knob to navigate up and down the display screen to select the data item for editing. Rotating the knob will cause the outline box to sequence through all editable data items. 2. The outlined box will sequence depending upon the direction the rotary knob is rotated. Clockwise sequences from the bottom to the top. Counter-clockwise sequences from the top to the bottom. 3. If the current data item cannot be edited, no outline box will appear and it is skipped. 4. To select a digit for editing, push the rotary knob in. 5. Use the rotary knob to increase (turn clockwise) or decrease (turn counter-clockwise) the value of the data item. Data items may be either numeric or text. Rotating the knob quickly will advance the value by hundreds. Rotating the knob slowly will advance the value by tenths. 32

38 6. Once the correct Value has been established, select the OK softkey. If an error has been made, select the Cancel softkey or the Escape (ESC) key, which acts as cancel. If no value is saved after approximately ten seconds of inactivity, the data item will revert to the last saved value. 7. Once all changes have been entered and saved, press the Main Work Screen softkey to return to the main display. OK OK softkey Cancel Cancel softkey Main Work Screen softkey EDITING INDIVIDUAL TEXT STRING CHARACTERS 1. Text strings can be customized by selecting the position of the character to be changed, then changing the character. 2. Use the rotary knob to navigate up and down the screen to select the text string for editing. Rotating the knob will cause the outline box to sequence through all available text strings that are editable. 3. Push the knob to sequence through the character positions in the text string. 4. Once the desired character position is reached, push the knob once to select the highlighted character for editing. 5. Rotate the knob to sequence through all available characters. Rotating the knob clockwise sequences through the character list in ascending order. Rotating the knob counter-clockwise sequences through the character list in descending order. 6. Once the desired character has been selected, push the knob to save. 7. Repeat the process until all characters have been selected. 8. To save the new text string, press the OK softkey. Pressing the Cancel softkey will cancel the entry. Note: Once the data item has been selected, the user has approximately 5 seconds to either edit the number or cancel the entry. Otherwise, the item will cancel automatically. 33

39 CLEARING ACCUMULATORS Accumulator displays (e.g., Area 1 Field, Seed Count, etc.) on the currently-displayed screen can be reset to zero by placing a check mark in the box next to the data item AC1 Push the rotary knob once to select the data. Rotate the knob to place a check mark in the input box. To save the new value, press the OK softkey. Pressing the Cancel softkey will cancel the entry. When the rotary knob is pressed, the OK and Cancel softkeys are redefined to allow for data entry. Only accumulators that are on the currently displayed screen may be reset. Accumulators are reset independently. They can be reset when the Master Switch is OFF. Once an accumulator has reached its maximum value, it will roll over to CONSOLE SETUP Console setup enables customization of the basic operating parameters to the operator s preferences. Parameters include: Display settings Alarm Volume settings Language selection Units of measurement Numerical display (decimal symbols) Time/Date Ground speed calibration (used only if the ground speed system is connected directly to the console) Auxiliary Input/Function Assignment CONSOLE SETUP SCREEN To enter Console Setup Mode: Input Box 1. Make sure the Master Switch is in the OFF position (SETUP/CONFIGURATION mode). 2. Press the Escape (ESC) key twice to access the Console Setup screen. Language Units English U.S. a a ä CAN ESC 09 : 32 : 13 Calendar Escape (ESC) key Calendar 12 / 05 / 2006 mm dd yyyy KG Aux LBS 3. The Console Setup screen displays the current settings for language, units, time, and date. 34

40 DISPLAY/VOLUME SETUP The Display/Volume Setup screen controls alarm volume, display contrast, and display brightness. The values are edited in bar graph form. To Change Display and Volume settings: 1. Press the Display/Volume Setup softkey to access the Display/Volume Setup screen. 2. Turn the rotary knob to highlight the desired setting to change. VOLUME The Volume bar graph indicates the volume level for the audible alarm. An empty bar graph indicates the lowest volume; a full bar graph indicates the loudest volume. Press the Volume Test softkey to test the current volume level. CONTRAST The contrast bar graph indicates the contrast level of the display screen. An empty bar graph indicates the lowest level of contrast; a full bar graph indicates the most contrast. The contrast changes as the bar graph is edited for immediate display of the contrast level. Display/Volume Setup softkey test BRIGHTNESS Volume Test softkey The Brightness bar graph indicates the level of brightness on the display screen. An empty bar graph indicates the least amount of brightness; a full bar graph indicates the brightest setting available. The level of brightness changes as the bar graph is edited for immediate display of the brightness level. 3. Press the Rotary Knob in to save the data or press the Checkmark softkey. 4. Press the Display Setup softkey to return to Display setup screen. Note: On this screen, the editing of these functions does not have a default time limit. The display will remain until the Save or Cancel options are selected. The ESC key will not work as cancel on this screen. Volume Contrast test Brightness Display/Volume Setup screen 35

41 LANGUAGE SETUP English is the only language supported with the ItelliAg system at this time. Future releases will support other languages. To Change Language: 1. Press the Language Setup softkey to access the Language Setup screen. 2. Turn the rotary knob to scroll through the available languages. 3. Press the OK softkey to select the desired language. Harriston default is English (en). 4. Press the Console Setup softkey to return to the Console Setup screen. a a ä Language Setup softkey Console Setup softkey a a ä en Language Setup Screen 36

42 CONSOLE GROUND SPEED CALIBRATION Note: If the ground speed sensor is connected to the Working Set Master (Main Module), DO NOT FOLLOW THIS STEP! This screen is for calibrating the speed sensor if it is connected to the tractor harness. If the speed sensor is connected to the planter harness, there is a different Ground Speed Calibration screen. Information on this screen & calibration method can be found on page 83. This step should only be done if the ground speed sensor (typically a radar) is connected DIRECTLY to the cab harness. Refer to Ground Speed Source in the System Configuration section on page 83 for further explanation. Ground Speed is the rate in MPH (km/h) and is measured by the ground speed sensor. The number reflects the number of pulses generated by the ground speed sensor while traveling a distance of 400 feet (100 meters). IMPORTANT: It is extremely important to get an accurate ground speed reading, as this reading directly impacts the accuracy of Population, Area Accumulation, and Application Rate Control. Press the Console Ground Speed Calibration softkey to access the Console Calibration screen. CAN CAN Ground Speed Calibration softkey ft 0 Start softkey Console Ground Speed Calibration Screen STOP Stop softkey To perform the initial ground speed calibration: 1. Carefully measure a 400 foot (100 meter) course, clearly marking the start and finish points. 2. With the tractor moving between 2 and 5 MPH (3.2 and 8 km/h), press the Start softkey when the tractor is exactly even with the designated start point. The display showing the ground speed calibration will zero and begin counting ground speed pulses. 3. When the tractor is even with the designated finish point, press the Stop softkey. The new calibration number will display on the center of the screen. 4. To ensure accuracy, record the number and repeat this process two additional times. Average the three numbers recorded. 5. To enter a new calibration, highlight the calibration number at the top of the screen and press the rotary knob for editing. 6. Turn the knob clockwise to increase and counter-clockwise to decrease the number. 7. Once the correct data has been entered, press the Save softkey to store the new calibration. 8. Press the Console Setup softkey to return to the Console Setup Screen. SAVE Save softkey Console Setup softkey 37

43 TIME SETUP Time is entered in a 24 hour format (1:00 p.m. = 13:00), as HH:MM. From the Console Setup screen: 1. Press the Time/Date Setup softkey to access the Time/Date Setup screen. The Time/Date Setup screen displays the system time and date. 2. Turn the rotary knob to highlight the hours. Press the rotary knob to select digits for editing. 3. Rotate knob to scroll through the time settings until the desired hour is selected. 4. Press the rotary knob to save the data or press the Checkmark softkey. 5. Repeat steps 2-4 to set minutes. 6. Press the Console Setup softkey to return to Console Setup screen. Time/Date Setup softkey Console Setup softkey Calendar 09 : 32 Calendar 12 / 05 / 2006 mm dd yyyy DATE SETUP Time/Date Setup Screen Date is entered MM/DD/YYYY. From the Console Setup screen: 1. Press the Time/Date Setup softkey to access the Time/Date Setup screen. The Time/Date Setup screen displays the system time and date. 2. Turn the rotary knob to highlight the Date. Press the rotary knob to select the desired month, date, or year digits for editing. 3. Rotate knob to scroll through the date settings until the desired month, date, or year is selected. 4. Press the rotary knob to save the data or press the Checkmark softkey. 5. Press the Console Setup softkey to return to Console Setup screen. 38

44 AUXILIARY INPUT/FUNCTION ASSIGNMENT The Auxiliary Input/Function Setup screen configures the location of the system s Master Switch. For proper assignment, the Master Switch must be configured correctly. An installed Master Switch located in the tractor cab is the preferred method for auxiliary input; however a Master Switch softkey on the Console is available if there is no Master Switch installed in the cab. On initial power up, a Master Switch Assignment alarm activates requiring action (refer to image below). Press either the Master Switch softkey or Press the No Master Switch softkey ESC Intelli Master switch assignment is invalid If physical auxiliary switch is available Press softkey #1 to accept physical auxiliary switch available and then correct the assignment. If no physical auxiliary switch is available Press softkey #2 to accept NO physical auxiliary switch available Master Switch Assignment Alarm Master Switch No Master Switch Escape key Aux Auxiliary Function Setup softkey Master Switch softkey Master Switch Assignment Alarm No Master Switch softkey Important If the Master Switch is not configured, the Master Switch Assignment Alarm will activate at each power cycle until an auxiliary assignment is made and will default to the Master Switch softkey to activate auxiliary inputs. MASTER SWITCH ASSIGNED If assigning a Master Switch, the console must be configured to acknowledge the assignment. To configure an Installed Master Switch: 1. Press the ESC key 2 times to activate the Console Setup screen. 2. Press the Auxiliary Input/Function Setup softkey to access the Auxiliary Input/Function Setup screen. 39

45 3. Navigate to the configuration screen by pressing the Auxiliary Input Setup softkey Intelli PDCH Intelli PDCH Intelli PDCH Aux Input Setup softkey Default Default softkey Cancel Auxiliary Input/Function Setup Screen 4. Press the Default softkey. 5. Press the OK softkey to save the configuration and return to the Auxiliary Input/Function Setup screen. 6. Press and hold the ESC softkey for one or more seconds to return to the Console Setup screen. Aux The Master Switch Connection icon may appear automatically on this screen, or may appear after the DEFAULT softkey has been pressed. Up Down Default Clear OK Cancel Aux Input Configuration Screen 40

46 NO MASTER SWITCH ASSIGNED When the No Master Switch icon is pressed, the Console assigns a Master Switch softkey to function as the Auxiliary ON and OFF key. The Main Operate screen will display with a Master Switch ON softkey at the top of the screen. Toggling between the Master Switch ON and OFF softkeys cycles the system control ON and OFF. AC Seed 1 Fert 2 CH1 Rate CH2 Rate KS 0.00 AC M KS AC LBS AC IN S CH 1 RPM CH 1 SEED 1 SEED 1 CH 1 SEED 4 CH 1 OFF Pressing the softkey toggles between ON and OFF Master Switch ON softkey Master Switch OFF softkey Main Operate Screen with Console Master Switch Configured Important As a safeguard, when the Master Switch ON softkey is pressed, a Master Switch Softkey Activation alarm must be acknowledged before equipment operates (refer to the image on next page). A 2-second delay occurs before equipment turns on. 41

47 Intelli Master Switch Softkey Press Alarm Cancel softkey Turns Auxiliary Inputs ON Master Switch softkey press will activate/de-activate system 1. Softkey graphic will toggle On/Off 2. Graphic represents action of press 3. Softkey is inactive for 2 sec after entering screen. Turn System On Turn System Off Master Switch Softkey Activation Alarm Screen Warning Machine becomes fully operational when placing the Master Switch in the ON position. Ensure that machine is clear of obstructions. All necessary precautions must be taken to ensure user safety. Failure to practice all necessary caution may result in serious injury or death UNITS AND DECIMAL SETUP The Units screen selects either U.S., Imperial, or Metric measurement units. Default setting is U.S. To change units: 1. Press the Units Setup softkey. 2. Press the rotary knob to edit the measurement units. 3. Rotate the rotary knob to scroll through the measurement units. Harriston default is U.S. 4. Press the rotary knob to save the desired setting or press the Checkmark softkey. 5. Press the Console Setup softkey to return to the Console Setup screen. To change Decimal Symbol: The Decimal Symbol option sets the style of the numerical separator. Numerical values can be set to display with a period (1.23) or a comma (1,23). 1. Rotate the rotary knob to highlight the Decimal symbol element. 2. Press and scroll the rotary knob to edit. 3. Press the rotary knob to save the desired setting or press the Checkmark softkey. Harriston default is period (1.23) 4. Press the Console Setup softkey to return to the Console Setup screen. KG LBS Units Setup softkey Console Setup softkey 42

48 4.8.3 SYSTEM MODES The Console has two modes of operation: Operate Setup/Configuration The position of the Master Switch determines which mode is selected OPERATE MODE When the Master Switch is in the ON position, the Console is in Operate mode. In this mode, all enabled system components and control channels are operational, as well as all monitoring functions and system accumulators. AC Seed 1 CH1 Rate 10 Fert 2 CH2 Rate ,500 KS AC 1 M LBS AC IN S IN S CH 1 RPM CH 1 SEED 1 SEED 1 CH 1 SEED 1 CH 1 ON OPERATE Mode Default Display 43

49 NEXT CHANNEL The Next Channel softkey selects the next available channel to be active and viewable, as illustrated in the image on the previous page. The active channel may be set to ON or OFF by pressing the Turn ON/OFF Channel softkey. The active channel is displayed in reverse video display. The Target Rate may be adjusted by using the Inc/Dec softkeys. The Next Channel softkey displays the next available channel information. The channel s Inc/Dec softkeys, as well as the ON/OFF softkeys, display the current channel label. NEXT WORK SCREEN The Next Work Screen softkey displays the next configured screen. The number to the left of the graphic identifies the current screen. The number on the right identifies the next screen to display. The Next Work Screen only displays if multiple screens are configured. INCREMENT The Increment softkey increases the active channel s target rate by the amount specified in the Inc/Dec % constant setup for that channel. Increment can be pressed several times to increase the target rate by the specified amount for every actuation, until the Max Rate value is reached. The active channel/material is displayed in the softkey text. For additional information on the process, refer to CONTROL CHANNEL CALIBRATION on page 58. DECREMENT The Decrement softkey decreases the active channel s target rate by the amount specified in the Inc/Dec % constant setup for that channel. Decrement can be pressed several times to reduce the target rate by the specified amount for every actuation, until the Min Rate value is reached. The active channel/material is displayed in the softkey text. For additional information on the process, refer to CONTROL CHANNEL CALIBRATION on page Next Channel softkey Next Work Screen softkey CH 1 SEED 1 Increment softkey SEED 1 CH 1 Decrement softkey Channel 1 Inc/Dec Reset To Target softkey INC/DEC RESET TO TARGET The Inc/Dec Reset to Target softkey is used to return the active channel to the original target rate. This softkey is only available for channels that are active and have had the target rate adjusted using the Increment or Decrement softkeys. The active channel displays in the softkey text. SEED 1 CH 1 ON Turn On Channel softkey TURN ON/OFF CHANNEL The Turn On/Off Channel softkeys turn the active channel(s) ON and OFF, respectively. Channels that are set to OFF will not operate when the Master Switch is set to the ON position. Note that turning a channel OFF is not the same as disabling a channel in the Channel Setup mode. The active channel is displayed in the softkey text. SEED 1 CH 1 OFF Turn Off Channel softkey 44

50 SETUP/CONFIGURATION MODE When the Master Switch is in the OFF position, the Console is in SETUP/CONFIGURATION mode. In this mode, all control and monitoring functions are enabled. AC M CH1 Rate Fert 2 CH2 Rate Seed 1 KS 0.00 AC 1 KS AC LBS AC IN S CH 1 RPM +1 CH 1 SEED 1 SEED 1 CH 1 SEED 1 CH 1 ON SETUP/CONFIGURATION Mode Example Display NOTE The Next Page softkey is available only when there are 6 or more softkeys on the active window Additional softkeys available in SETUP/CONFIGURATION Mode The same functions are available as in the OPERATE mode, along with the additional softkeys as illustrated. 45

51 NEXT CHANNEL The Next Channel softkey selects the next available channel to be active and viewable. The active channel may be set to ON or OFF by pressing the Turn ON/OFF Channel softkey. The active channel is displayed in reverse video display. The Target Rate may be adjusted by using the Inc/Dec softkeys. The Next Channel softkey displays the next available channel information. The channel s Inc/Dec softkeys, as well as the ON/OFF softkeys, display the current channel label. This key is visible only when multiple channels have been configured. NEXT WORK SCREEN The Next Work Screen softkey displays the next configured screen. The number to the left of the graphic identifies the current screen. The number on the right identifies the next screen to display. The Next Work Screen only displays if multiple screens are configured. INCREMENT The Increment softkey increases the active channel s target rate by the amount specified in the Inc/Dec % constant setup for that channel. Increment can be pressed several times to increase the target rate by the specified amount for every actuation, until the Max Rate value is reached. The active channel/material is displayed in the softkey text. For additional information on the process, refer to CONTROL CHANNEL CALIBRATION on page 58. DECREMENT The Decrement softkey decreases the active channel s target rate by the amount specified in the Inc/Dec % constant setup for that channel. Decrement can be pressed several times to reduce the target rate by the specified amount for every actuation, until the Min Rate value is reached. The active channel/material is displayed in the softkey text. For additional information on the process, refer to CONTROL CHANNEL CALIBRATION on page Next Channel softkey Next Work Screen softkey CH 1 SEED 1 Increment softkey SEED 1 CH 1 Decrement softkey Channel 1 Inc/Dec Reset To Target softkey INC/DEC RESET TO TARGET The Inc/Dec Reset to Target softkey is used to return the active channel to the original target rate. This softkey is only available for channels that are active and have had the target rate adjusted using the Increment or Decrement softkeys. The active channel displays in the softkey text. This key is visible only when a change has been made to the target rate. SEED 1 CH 1 ON Turn On Channel softkey TURN ON/OFF CHANNEL The Turn On/Off Channel softkeys turn the active channel(s) ON and OFF, respectively. Channels that are set to OFF will not operate when the Master Switch is set to the ON position. Note that turning a channel OFF is not the same as disabling a channel in the Channel Setup mode. The active channel is displayed in the softkey text. SEED 1 CH 1 OFF Turn Off Channel softkey 46

52 NEXT PAGE The Next Page softkey only displays when there are 6 or more softkeys on the active window. PLANTER FILL DISK The Planter Fill Disk softkey is used to fill the seed bowls with seed to allow instant seed flow to the picker arms when the control is turned ON. Pressing the Planter Fill Disk softkey will rotate the feed chains on all active planter control channels & the picker wheels one revolution & then stop. For additional information, refer to PLANTER FILL DISK. SEED MONITOR SETUP Next Page softkey Planter Fill Disk softkey The Seed Monitor softkey accesses the Seed Monitor Setup screen. All user-entered constants pertaining to planter monitor functions are accessed on this screen. For additional information, refer to SEED MONITOR SETUP on page 81. GROUND SPEED SETUP The Ground Speed Setup softkey accesses the Ground Speed Setup screen. Ground Speed is the rate in MPH (Km/h) as measured by the ground speed sensor. For additional information, refer to GROUND SPEED CALIBRATION on page 37. CONTROL CHANNEL CONFIGURATION The Control Channel Configuration softkey accesses the Control Channel Setup screen. All user-entered data pertaining to control channel configuration is entered on this screen. For additional information, refer to CONTROL CHANNEL CALIBRATION and MATERIAL SETUP screen on page 58. Seed Monitor Setup softkey CAN Ground Speed Setup softkey DIAGNOSTICS The Diagnostics softkey accesses the Diagnostics screen. Various system operating parameters are displayed on this screen. For additional information, refer to DIAGNOSTICS on page 91. Control Channel Configuration softkey ALARM LOG The Alarm Log softkey accesses the Alarm Log screen. An account of the previous alarms issued is stored here. There is no user-entered data on this screen. For additional information, refer to ACKNOWLEDGING ALARM CONDITIONS on page 96. Diagnostics softkey SYSTEM ACCUMULATORS The System Accumulators softkey accesses the System Accumulator screen. All of the system accumulators for time, product application, and distance are on this screen. There is no user-entered data on this screen. For additional information, refer to page 91. Alarm Log softkey System Accumulators softkey 47

53 MODULE CONFIGURATION The Module Configuration softkey accesses the Module Configuration Setup screen. All user-entered data pertaining to module configuration is done on this screen. For additional information, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION on page 49. WORK SCREEN CONFIGURATION The Work Screen Configuration softkey accesses the Work Screen Configuration Setup screen. Users have the option to customize the console to display any combination of data items available. The system allows for three individual display screens to be customized. All work screen configuration is established on this screen. For additional information, refer to WORK SCREEN CONFIGURATION on page 64. Next Page softkey Work Screen Configuration softkey MATERIAL CONFIGURATION SOFTKEY The Material Configuration softkey accesses the Material Setup screen. Up to 16 different materials can be configured and stored in a library for planter, liquid, and fertilizer control. For additional information, refer to MATERIAL AND CONTROL CHANNEL setup on page 50. BOOM CONFIGURATION SOFTKEY Material Configuration softkey The Boom Configuration softkey accesses the Boom Setup screen. This screen is only accessible when using a Boom Output Module for boom control. Boom Configuration softkey 48

54 4.8.4 DICKEY-john IntelliAg SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (Pre-programmed at Harriston) The console is initially configured at Harriston Industries. When the console is powered off these settings should remain. If for some reason they are lost, the following settings must be entered in order for the IntelliAg system to work. IMPORTANT Place the Master Switch in the Off position to input data into the SETUP/CONFIGURATION mode. The System Configuration should be done in the order shown in the following steps MODULE CONFIGURATION The purpose of the Module Configuration screen is to identify modules on the CAN bus and to identify the sensors connected to each module. This configuration is necessary for proper sensor monitoring and self-test operation. 1. From the Main Operate screen, press the Module Configuration softkey (you may need to press the Next Page softkey one or two times to access the Module Configuration softkey). The system will locate & list all modules attached to the wiring harness. SERIAL NUMBER MODULE TYPE WSMT - PDCH WSMB - POM WSMB - RSM MODULE ADDR AUTO CONFIG Next Page softkey Module Configuration softkey Module Configuration screen 49

55 2. Press the Auto Config softkey. The system will automatically detect the presence of modules & seed sensors connected to the system. 3. Wait for the Hour Glass symbol to disappear. 4. Press the Seed Sensor Configuration softkey. AUTO CONFIG Auto Config softkey MODULE ADDR. Type 1 WSMT-PDCH # OF ROWS 6 ROW # ' s 1-6 OK Cancel Seed Sensor Configuration softkey Seed Sensors Configuration screen 5. Turn the rotary knob to highlight # OF ROWS. 6. Press the rotary knob & turn to display the number of rows your planter has. 7. Press OK. 8. Press the Main Work Screen soft key Main Work Screen softkey MATERIAL & CHANNEL CONFIGURATION The Dickey John IntelliAg system uses the terms Material to define the different products (i.e. seed, granular fertilizer, liquid fertilizer, granular chemical) applied with the corresponding Control Channels (i.e. seed system, fertilizer attachment, granular chemical attachment) on the planter. The Materials and Channels should be set up in the following order 1. Master Configuration Setup Create all Material Types that will be assigned to the corresponding Control Channel 2. Control Channel Setup Configure the Control Channels for Planter, Liquid, Granular Fertilizer, and/or Granular Chemical. 3. Material Configuration Summary Screen This screen is where you select materials assigned to a particular channel after channels and materials have been configured. 50

56 MATERIAL CONFIGURATION SETUP Material Configuration defines: Material application type Target rate of application Maximum and minimum target rates Percentage of increment or decrement Spreader constant/k Factor Application rate Low and high RPM High and low population alarms MATERIAL SETTINGS PRESET METHOD ENABLED When the Preset Method is enabled, user-defined rates may be entered in the Preset Table. The Target Rates can be adjusted from the Main Operate screen using the Material Increment/Decrement softkeys. Up to 10 preset Target Rates can be configured. PRESET METHOD DISABLED When the Preset Method is disabled, the Target Rate on the Main Operate screen will increase/decrease using the Material Increment/Decrement softkeys based on the values set by the Increasing/Decreasing % on the Material Configuration Setup screen. TARGET RATE Target Rate establishes the desired rate of application in Ks (thousand) seeds per acre or (KS/Ha). MAX RATE Maximum Rate establishes the maximum application rate in Ks (thousand) seeds per acre or (KS/Ha) that the control will allow. Target Rate cannot be incremented to a value greater than this established Max Rate. MIN RATE Minimum Rate establishes the minimum application rate in Ks (thousand) seeds per acre or (KS/Ha) that the control will allow. Target Rate cannot be decremented to a value lower than this established Min Rate. INC/DEC % The Increment/Decrement Percentage rate establishes the percentage of change that is applied each time the Material Increment/Decrement softkey is pressed on the Main Work Screen. Important: The Maximum or Minimum Rates may not be reached if the % increase or decrease, based on the Target Rate, exceeds the maximum or minimum rate limits set. Example: + 1 Material Increment softkey - 1 Material Decrement softkey Max Rate set for 17, Target Rate set for 16.5 If the % increase is set at 4%, the maximum rate of 17 would not be met because the % increase of 4% would exceed the 17 Max Rate limit. 51

57 SEEDS PER REV Seeds Per Rev displays the number of seeds that are dropped in 1 revolution of each row (pair) of picker wheels. DISC HIGH LIMIT Disc High Limit establishes the maximum RPM at which the pick wheels will operate. The control will not allow the pick wheels to rotate faster than the Disc High Limit setting. DISC LOW LIMIT Disc Low Limit establishes the minimum RPM at which the pick wheels will operate. The control will not allow the pick wheels to rotate slower than the Disc Low Limit setting. HIGH AND LOW POPULATION ALARM The High and Low Alarm option sets the high and low population limit values. The limit can be set to 0.0 to disable the population alarms. The entered value is dependent on the Target Rate. The high and low alarms are entered as a percentage. The percentage value is referenced in relation to the Target Rate setting. High Alarm Example: If the Target Rate is 14 and the High Alarm is 5.0%, multiply 14 x 1.05 (5% increase) = The alarm will activate at this rate. Low Alarm Example: If the Target Rate is 14 and the Low Alarm is 5.0%, multiply 14 x.95 (5% decrease) = The alarm will activate at this rate. MATERIAL SETUP Establish all materials first, then assign materials to particular Control Channels. On the Main Work Screen, press the Material Summary Setup softkey. (you may need to press the Next Page softkey one or two times to access the Module Configuration softkey) The Material Summary Screen is where you select which material is assigned to each Channel and as a quick way to get to a particular Material Configuration Setup Screen. CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 Edit MATRL 1 MATRL 2 MATRL 3 MATRL 4 MATRL 5 MATRL 6 MATRL 7 MATRL 8 MATRL 1 DISABLED DISABLED DISABLED Edit MATRL 9 MATRL 10 MATRL 11 MATRL 12 MATRL 13 MATRL 14 MATRL 15 MATRL Material Summary Setup softkey Material Summary Screen 52

58 1. Use the rotary knob to scroll to Material 1; the Material 1 check box will be highlighted. 2. With the Material 1 check box highlighted, press the rotary knob in. 3. Scroll the rotary knob to enter a check mark in the highlighted box. Continue to turn the rotary knob to toggle the check mark on and off in the box. 4. Press the OK softkey to accept selection or press Cancel to return to the previous setting. Material 1 Configuration Setup screen will display MATERIAL 1 SETUP (SEED) 1. Use the rotary knob to highlight the Material Name Label to edit the name. 2. Press the rotary knob once to select the text string for editing. Material 1 is labeled SEED when programmed at Harriston. 3. Press the rotary knob again and rotate the knob to sequence through the character positions in the text string. The character position to be edited is highlighted in black. Rotating the knob clockwise sequences through the character list in ascending order. Rotating the knob counter-clockwise sequences through the character list in descending order Seed 1 Type Units Preset Method PLANTER CONTROL In / s with s / ft Enabled PRESET RATE PRESET RATE Seeds Per Rev Disc Low Limit Disc High Limit RPM 30 RPM High Pop Alarm Low Pop Alarm % % Seed 1 Type Units Preset Method PLANTER CONTROL In / s with s / ft Disabled KS Target Rate 10 AC KS Max Rate 7 AC KS Min Rate 16 AC Inc/Dec % 10 % Seeds Per Rev 24 Disc Low Limit 10 RPM Disc High Limit 30 RPM High Pop Alarm 20.0 % Low Pop Alarm 20.0 % Material 1 Configuration Setup Screen Material 1 Configuration Setup Screen with Preset Method Enabled with Preset Method Disabled 4. After entering SEED in the Material Label, press the OK softkey. 5. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Type. Type establishes the desired type of application control channel being used for the specific material. IMPORTANT: The Material Type must correctly match the Control Type to be able to select Material from the Material Summary screen and operate properly. 6. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select PLANTER CONTROL. Press OK. 7. Turn rotary knob to highlight Units. 8. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select In/s with s/f (Inches per seed with seeds per foot) or Ks/ac with s/sec (1,000 seeds per acre with seeds per second) In/s with s/f is Harriston default, however this setting is operator preference. Press OK. 9. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Preset Method. 10. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select either Enabled or Disabled (See explanation on page 51). 11. Press OK 12. If you selected Preset Method Disabled, turn the rotary knob to highlight Target Rate. Press the rotary knob and turn to desired rate in either inches per seed or 1,000 seeds per acre depending on which Units were selected in step 8. 53

59 13. Highlight and set your desired Max Rate, Min Rate, & Inc/Dec %. Remember if you have chosen Inches per seed as your units, the number in the Min Rate will be larger than the Target Rate & the Max Rate (Seeds further apart = less population) 14. If you selected Preset Method Enabled, turn the rotary knob to highlight the first Preset Rate box. Press the rotary knob and turn to desired rate in either inches per seed or 1,000 seeds per acre depending on which Units were selected in step 8. Turn the rotary knob to highlight each Rate box & enter your desired rates. Press OK after entering each rate. NOTE: You may switch back and forth between In/s with s/f (Inches per seed with seeds per foot) or Ks/ac with s/sec (1,000 seeds per acre with seeds per second) and the rates will convert accordingly. 15. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Seeds Per Rev. 16. Press the rotary knob and turn to display 24 (this is the number of picker arms per one revolution of each row (pair) of pick wheels), Press OK. 17. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Disc Low Limit. 18. Press the rotary knob and turn to display 10, Press OK. 19. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Disc High Limit. 20. Press the rotary knob and turn to display 30, Press OK. 21. Highlight and edit Low and High Pop Alarms to your preferred settings (default is 20%). Preset Rate Method Material Name AC M CH1 Rate Fert 2 CH2 Rate Seed 1 KS 0.00 AC 1 KS AC LBS AC IN S CH 1 RPM +1 CH 1 SEED 1 SEED 1 CH 1 SEED 1 CH 1 ON Material Summary Setup softkey Main Operate Screen with Preset Method Enabled MATERIAL 2 SETUP (GRANULAR FERTILIZER) If your planter is not equipped with a fertilizer attachment, you may proceed to Material 3 Setup on page 56. If your planter has a fertilizer attachment, press the Material Increment softkey Material Increment softkey

60 Material 2 Configuration Setup screen will display. 1. Use the rotary knob to highlight the Material Name Label to edit the name. 2. Press the rotary knob once to select the text string for editing. Material 2 is labeled FERT when programmed at Harriston (if planter is equipped with a granular chemical attachment). 3. Press the rotary knob again and rotate the knob to sequence through the character positions in the text string. The character position to be edited is highlighted in black. Rotating the knob clockwise sequences through the character list in ascending order. Rotating the knob counter-clockwise sequences through the character list in descending order. 4. After entering FERT in the Material Label, press the OK softkey 2-16 Fert 2 Type Units Preset Method GRAN FERT CONTROL LB / ac with lb / hr Enabled PRESET RATE PRESET RATE Density Spreader Low RPM Limit High RPM Limit Prod Level Alarm LBS FT 3 PUL FT 3 3 RPM 40 RPM 0 % Fert 2 Type Units Preset Method Target Rate Max Rate Min Rate Inc/Dec % Density Spreader Low RPM Limit High RPM Limit GRAN FERT CONTROL LB / ac with lb / hr Disabled LBS AC LBS AC LBS AC 5 % LBS 62.4 FT 3 PUL FT 3 3 RPM 40 RPM Prod Level Alarm 0 % Material 2 Configuration Setup Screen with Preset Method Enabled Material 2 Configuration Setup Screen with Preset Method Disabled 5. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Type. Type establishes the desired type of application control channel being used for the specific material. IMPORTANT: The Material Type must correctly match the Control Type to be able to select Material from the Material Summary screen and operate properly. 6. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select GRAN FERT CONTROL. Press OK. 7. The Units automatically default to LBS/AC with LB/HR (pounds per acre with pounds per hour). This cannot be changed. 8. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Preset Method. 9. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select either Enabled or Disabled (See explanation on page 51). 10. Press OK 11. If you selected Preset Method Disabled, turn the rotary knob to highlight Target Rate. Press the rotary knob and turn to desired rate in pounds per acre. 12. Highlight and set your desired Max Rate, Min Rate, & Inc/Dec %. 13. If you selected Preset Method Enabled, turn the rotary knob to highlight the first Preset Rate box. Press the rotary knob and turn to desired rate in pounds acre. Turn the rotary knob to highlight each Rate box & enter your desired rates. Press OK after entering each rate. 14. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Density. 15. Press the rotary knob and turn to display the weight per cubic foot of the fertilizer you are using (the value is programmed to 60 at Harriston), Press OK. 16. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Spreader Constant. The spreader constant is used to determine how many pulses the encoder sends to the console for a given volume of fertilizer per revolution of the fertilizer drive sprocket at a pre-determined gate opening. 55

61 The encoder has 360 pulses per revolution. At a 1/2" gate opening = approx cu. ft of fertilizer flows per revolution. At a 1" gate opening = approx cu. ft of fertilizer flows per revolution. Spreader constant = 360 / (.0262 x 8) = or ROW 6 ROW 8 ROW 1/2" GATE " GATE NOTE: These values may change due to fertilizer weight, climate, and/or condition. See Spreader Constant Calibration on page Turn the rotary knob to highlight Low Shaft RPM. 18. Press the rotary knob and turn to display 3, Press OK. 19. Turn the rotary knob to highlight High Shaft RPM. 20. Press the rotary knob and turn to display 30, Press OK. 21. Leave Product Level Alarm set at zero (default setting) MATERIAL 3 SETUP (GANDY GRANULAR CHEMICAL ATTACHMENT) If your planter has a chemical attachment, press the Material Increment softkey. Material 3 Configuration Setup screen will display. 1. Use the rotary knob to highlight the Material Name Label to edit the name. Material Increment 2. Press the rotary knob once to select the text string for editing. Material 3 is softkey labeled CHEM when programmed at Harriston (if planter is equipped with a granular chemical attachment). 3. Press the rotary knob again and rotate the knob to sequence through the character positions in the text string. The character position to be edited is highlighted in black. Rotating the knob clockwise sequences through the character list in ascending order. Rotating the knob counter-clockwise sequences through the character list in descending order. 4. After entering CHEM in the Material Label, press the OK softkey Type Units Preset Method GRAN FERT CONTROL LB / ac with lb / hr Enabled PRESET RATE PRESET RATE Density Spreader Low RPM Limit High RPM Limit Prod Level Alarm Chem LBS FT 3 PUL FT 3 3 RPM 40 RPM 0 % Chem 3 Type Units Preset Method Target Rate Max Rate Min Rate Inc/Dec % Density Spreader Low RPM Limit High RPM Limit GRAN FERT CONTROL LB / ac with lb / hr Disabled LBS AC LBS AC LBS AC 5 % LBS 45 FT 3 PUL FT 3 3 RPM 40 RPM Prod Level Alarm 0 % Material 3 Configuration Setup Screen with Preset Method Enabled Material 3 Configuration Setup Screen with Preset Method Disabled 56

62 5. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Type. Type establishes the desired type of application control channel being used for the specific material. IMPORTANT: The Material Type must correctly match the Control Type to be able to select Material from the Material Summary screen and operate properly. 6. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select GRAN FERT CONTROL. Press OK. 7. The Units automatically default to LBS/AC with LB/HR (pounds per acre with pounds per hour). This cannot be changed. 8. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Preset Method. 9. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select either Enabled or Disabled (See explanation on page 51). 10. Press OK 11. If you selected Preset Method Disabled, turn the rotary knob to highlight Target Rate. Press the rotary knob and turn to desired rate in pounds per acre. 12. Highlight and set your desired Max Rate, Min Rate, & Inc/Dec %. 13. If you selected Preset Method Enabled, turn the rotary knob to highlight the first Preset Rate box. Press the rotary knob and turn to desired rate in pounds acre. Turn the rotary knob to highlight each Rate box & enter your desired rates. Press OK after entering each rate. 14. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Density. 15. Press the rotary knob and turn to display the weight per cubic foot of the chemical you are using (the value is programmed to 45 at Harriston), Press OK. 16. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Spreader Constant. The spreader constant is used to determine how many pulses the encoder sends to the console for a given volume of fertilizer per revolution of the fertilizer drive sprocket at a pre-determined gate opening. The encoder has 360 pulses per revolution. Approx cu. ft of granular chemical (45 lbs./cu. ft.) flows per revolution per drop. Spreader constant = 360 / ( x 6) = or Drops 6 Drops 8 Drops 12 Drops 16 Drops 24 Drops Turn the rotary knob to highlight Low Shaft RPM. 18. Press the rotary knob and turn to display 3, Press OK. 19. Turn the rotary knob to highlight High Shaft RPM. 20. Press the rotary knob and turn to display 25, Press OK. 21. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Preset Method. 22. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select either Enabled or Disabled (See explanation on page 51). 23. Press OK 24. Leave Product Level Alarm set at zero (default setting). NOTE: These values may change due to chemical weight, climate, and/or condition. See Spreader Constant Calibration on page Error! Bookmark not defined 57

63 CONTROL CHANNEL CONFIGURATION Control Channel Setup allows configuration of up to 4 independent control channels. Control Channel choices consist of: 1. Planter Control 2. Granular Fertilizer 3. Granular Seed 4. Liquid Flow A Control Channel identified as Disabled indicates the channel is not in use. The Control Channel parameters that can be configured included: Drive Type Drive Frequency Input Filter Gear Ratio (except liquid flow) Sensor Constant # Seed Rows (Planter Control) Channel Width PreCharge Time Delay Time Once a material has been created and linked to a Channel type, that material created with the same channel type will automatically be assigned to the corresponding Channel. To select a Control Channel: 1. From the Material Configuration Setup screen, press the Control Channel Setup softkey to access the Control Channel screen. Note: You will be taken to the Channel 1 Control screen from what ever Material Configuration screen you are on when you press the Control Channel Setup softkey. 2. To configure more than one control channel, press the Next Channel softkey. 3. Use the rotary knob to scroll to the channel type. 4. Once the outline box is located on the channel type, press the rotary knob to scroll and select the desired channel setting (Planter Control, Granular Fertilizer, Granular Seed, or Liquid Flow). 5. Press the OK softkey to accept the selection and Cancel to return to the previous setting. Control Channel softkey +1 Next Channel softkey Important: It is recommended that the materials are established before configuring the Channels on the Channel Setup screen. 58

64 CONTROL CHANNEL 1 SETUP (PLANTER) CHANNEL# 1 Type Material Name Control Mode Drive Type Drive Freq. Input Filter Gear Ratio Sensor Constant # Seed Rows Seed Rows Channel Width PreCharge Time Delay Time Flush Enable PLANTER CONTROL Seed 1 Auto PWM M % PUL REV IN 0 SEC 0.0 SEC Enabled Control Channel 1 Setup Screen 1. From the Material Configuration Setup screen, press the Control Channel Setup softkey to access the Control Channel 1 Setup screen. 2. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Type. 3. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select PLANTER CONTROL. Press OK. 4. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Material. 5. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Seed 1. Press OK. 6. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Control Mode. 7. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Auto. Press OK. 8. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Drive Type. 9. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select PW1. Press OK. 10. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Drive Freq. 11. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 100 Hz. Press OK. 12. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Input Filter. 13. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 50. Press OK. 14. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Gear Ratio. Control Channel softkey 15. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show (this is the ratio that converts the number of main drive shaft RPM to actual pick wheel RPM). Press OK. 16. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Sensor Constant. 17. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 360. Press OK. 18. Turn the rotary knob to highlight # Seed Rows. 19. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display the number of planter rows. Press OK. 20. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Channel Width. This is the implement width. Calculate this value by adding up all rows on the planter (including guess row). 21. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show the total implement width in inches. Press OK. 22. Precharge Time is normally not used on the planter, but is personal preference. Precharge Time is a specified length of time a control channel will operate or be active with a minimum Precharge ground speed greater than 1. 59

65 23. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Delay Time. Set the Delay Time to your personal preference. Channel 1 Delay Time allows other products to start slightly ahead of the seed system. This ensures the first seeds dropped to receive fertilizer or other chemicals. Typical delay time is from.25 seconds to 2 seconds. 24. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display the desired delay time. Press OK. 25. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Flush Enable. 26. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Enable (Harriston Default) or Disable. Flush enable is a manual override mode that opens the valve and dispenses seed for a period of time in relation to a user defined flush speed. The Flush Enable feature can only be activated when the tractor is stopped. To Activate Flush Enable: a. Change the Flush Disable to Enable. Flush enable must be activated before the Flush Ground Speed feature displays on the Flush Ground Speed Setup screen. b. A Flush Ground Speed greater than 0 must be entered at the Ground Speed setup screen for this feature to operate (see page 83 for information on Ground Speed Setup). 27. Press the Next Channel softkey to advance to Channel CONTROL CHANNEL 2 SETUP (Fertilizer) Note: If you do not have a fertilizer attachment on your planter, turn the rotary knob to highlight TYPE. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display Disabled. Press the Next Channel softkey to move to Channel 3 Setup screen. CHANNEL# 2 Type Material Name Control Mode Drive Type Drive Freq. Input Filter Sensor Constant Gear Ratio Channel Width PreCharge Time Delay Time Flush Enable GRAN FERT CONTROL FERT 2 Auto PWM 2 M2 % PUL REV IN SEC SEC 0.0 Disabled Next Channel softkey Control Channel 2 Setup Screen 1. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Type. 2. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select GRAN FERT CONTROL. Press OK. 3. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Material. 4. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Fert 2. Press OK. 5. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Control Mode. 6. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Auto. Press OK. 7. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Drive Type. 8. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select PW2. Press OK. 9. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Drive Freq. 10. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 100 Hz. Press OK. 11. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Input Filter. 60

66 12. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 50. Press OK. 13. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Sensor Constant. 14. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 360. Press OK. 15. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Gear Ratio. 16. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 1. Press OK. 17. Turn the rotary knob to highlight # Seed Rows. 18. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display the number of planter rows. Press OK. 19. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Channel Width. This is the implement width. Calculate this value by adding up all rows on the planter (including guess row). 20. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show the total implement width in inches. Press OK. 21. Precharge Time is normally not used on the planter, but is personal preference. Precharge Time is a specified length of time a control channel will operate or be active with a minimum Precharge ground speed greater than Delay Time is normally set at 0 for fertilizer as it would delay the start of the fertilizer system for a specific amount of time. 23. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display 0 for no delay time. Press OK. 24. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Flush Enable. 25. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Enable (Harriston Default) or Disable. Flush enable is a manual override mode that opens the valve and dispenses fertilizer for a period of time in relation to a user defined flush speed. The Flush Enable feature can only be activated when the tractor is stopped. To Activate Flush Enable: a. Change the Flush Disable to Enable. Flush enable must be activated before the Flush Ground Speed feature displays on the Flush Ground Speed Setup screen. b. A Flush Ground Speed greater than 0 must be entered at the Ground Speed setup screen for this feature to operate (see page 83 for information on Ground Speed Setup). 26. Press the Next Channel softkey to advance to Channel Next Channel softkey 61

67 CONTROL CHANNEL 3 SETUP (GRANULAR CHEMICAL) Note: If you do not have a chemical attachment on your planter, turn the rotary knob to highlight TYPE. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display Disabled. Press the Next Channel softkey to move to Channel 4 Setup screen. CHANNEL# 3 Type Disabled CHANNEL# 3 Type Material Name Control Mode Drive Type Drive Freq. Input Filter Sensor Constant Gear Ratio Channel Width PreCharge Time Delay Time Flush Enable GRAN FERT CONTROL CHEM 3 Auto PWM M % PUL REV IN 0 SEC 0.0 SEC Disabled Control Channel 3 (Disabled) Setup Screen Control Channel 3 (Enabled) Setup Screen 1. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Type. 2. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select GRAN FERT CONTROL. Press OK. 3. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Material. 4. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Chem 3. Press OK. 5. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Control Mode. 6. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Auto. Press OK. 7. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Drive Type. 8. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select PW3. Press OK. 9. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Drive Freq. 10. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 100 Hz. Press OK. 11. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Input Filter. 12. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 50. Press OK. 13. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Sensor Constant. 14. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 360. Press OK. 15. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Gear Ratio. 16. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show 1. Press OK. 17. Turn the rotary knob to highlight # Seed Rows. 18. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display the number of planter rows. Press OK. 19. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Channel Width. This is the implement width. Calculate this value by adding up all rows on the planter (including guess row). 20. Press the rotary knob and turn it to show the total implement width in inches. Press OK. 21. Precharge Time is normally not used on the Chemical attachment, but is personal preference. Precharge Time is a specified length of time a control channel will operate or be active with a minimum Precharge ground speed greater than 1. 62

68 22. Delay Time is normally set at 0 for chemical as it would delay the start of the chemical system for a specific amount of time. 23. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display 0 for no delay time. Press OK. 24. Turn the rotary knob to highlight Flush Enable. 25. Press the rotary knob and turn it to select Enable (Harriston Default) or Disable. Flush enable is a manual override mode that opens the valve and dispenses chemical for a period of time in relation to a user defined flush speed. The Flush Enable feature can only be activated when the tractor is stopped. To Activate Flush Enable: a. Change the Flush Disable to Enable. Flush enable must be activated before the Flush Ground Speed feature displays on the Flush Ground Speed Setup screen. b. A Flush Ground Speed greater than 0 must be entered at the Ground Speed setup screen for this feature to operate (see page 83 for information on Ground Speed Setup). 63

69 WORK SCREEN CONFIGURATION The user has the ability to place any data item in any position on the Main Work screen. The display is functionally divided into 2 columns and 6 rows. Press the Work Screen Configuration softkey to access the Work Screen Configuration screen. The Following images show the Harriston default Work Screen data values. The operator may alter these values or add others on another Work Screen if so desired Work Screen Configuration softkey Field 1 Area CONTROL INC / DEC 1 CONTROL INC / DEC 2 GROUND SPEED CONTROL ACTUAL CH 1 CONTROL ACTUAL CH SPACING ROW SCAN NUMBER SPACING ROW SCAN POP AVG CONTROL RPM SCAN Large Bargraphs Disabled Main Work Screen Configuration Screen To edit Work Screen Configuration Data: 1. Use the rotary knob to scroll through the settings until the desired data element is selected. 2. Once the outline box is located on the data item, press the rotary knob to edit the data. 3. Press the OK softkey to accept the selection and Cancel to return to the previous setting. Any data item may be placed in any position. Duplicate data items can be configured on a single display if desired. Up to three display screens can be configured. Refer to DATA ITEMS on next page for a detailed description of each item and the associated display images. In order to configure the second and third display screens, select the Next Work Screen softkey Next Work Screen Configuration softkey NOTE: Some items selected for the work screen will take up one entire row. After these values have been saved, the new settings will become startup screen until modified. 64

70 DATA ITEMS The following section illustrates available display parameters and their respective functions. The placement of the display parameters may be changed to suit the individual needs of the user. Refer to SYSTEM CONFIGURATION on page 49 for additional information on setting parameters. NOTE: Data Items on the Main Operate screen with a check box allows the number to be reset to zero. RESETTING DATA ITEM VALUES Reset box 0.00 AC1 Some Data Items values can be reset to zero from the Main Operate screen. To Reset Values: OK OK softkey Cancel Cancel softkey 1. Use the rotary knob to scroll to the Data Item to edit; the chosen check box will be highlighted. 2. With the desired check box highlighted, push in the rotary knob. 3. Scroll the rotary knob to enter a check mark in the highlighted box. Continuing to turn the rotary knob will toggle the checkmark on and off in the box. 4. Press the OK softkey to accept the selection or press Cancel to return to the previous setting. CONTROL ACTUAL CHANNELS 1-4 Seed 1 CH1 Rate KS AC Control Actual Channels 1-4 display the channel actual application rates in pounds per acre (or kg/ha) or Kseeds/acre depending on channel setup. The channel increment/decrement value is also displayed in the respective units. When the Master Switch is OFF, the rate is displayed in a small font and the value displayed is the Target Rate for the channel. When the Master Switch is ON, the rate is displayed in a large font and the value displayed is the actual application rate. When the channel s target rate is adjusted with the Inc/Dec function, the Target Rate is displayed for 5 seconds, followed by the actual rate. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. CONTROL TARGET CHANNELS 1-4 Seed 1 CH1 Rate * KS AC Control Target Channels 1-4 display the channel target set rates in pounds per acre (kg/ha) or Kseeds/acre depending on channel setup as entered in the Target Rate parameter of the CONTROL CHANNEL SETUP. The channel Inc/Dec value is also displayed. When the Master Switch is OFF, the rate is displayed in a small font. When the Master Switch is ON, the rate is displayed in a large font. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. 65

71 CONTROL RATE CHANNELS 1-4 Seed 1 CH1 0.0 S Sec 14.5 KS AC Control Rate Channels 1-4 display the channel actual application rates in pounds per acre (or Kg/Ha) or Kseed/acre depending on channel setup. The channels calculated flow rate in pounds per hour (lb/hr) or seeds per second (s/sec) will be displayed. When the Master Switch is OFF, the rate is displayed in a small font. When the Master Switch is ON, the rate is displayed in a large font. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. CONTROL SCAN Fert 2 CH2 Rate LBS AC Control Scan displays all active control channels sequentially, showing the actual rate in pounds per acre (or Kg/Ha) or Kseed/acre depending on channel setup, and the Inc/Dec value for each channel in ten-second intervals. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. POP ROW SCAN KS AC Pop Row Scan displays all active seed rows population in seeds per acre (seeds/ha) for each detected seed sensor. The value to the left side displays the current row number being scanned. The value on the right is the population data. The scans continue sequentially in four-second intervals unless the rotary knob is used to select a particular row number for continuous view. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. POP MIN MAX SCAN 1 KS AC KS 0.0 AC Pop Min Max Scan alternately displays the seeding row with the minimum population and the seeding row with the maximum population in seeds per acre (seeds/ha). The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value to the right is the population data. Dwell time for each display is four seconds. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. POP MIN ROW 4 KS AC KS 0.0 AC Pop Min Row displays the seeding row with the minimum population in seeds per acre (seeds/ha). The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the population data. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. 66

72 POP MAX ROW 1 Pop Max Row displays the seeding row with the maximum population in seeds per acre (seeds/ha). The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the population data. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. POP AVG 0.0 Pop Avg displays the average population in seeds per acre (seeds/ha) of all active seeding rows. SPACING ROW SCAN 1 KS AC KS AC KS 0.0 AC 0.00 IN S Spacing Row Scan scans all active seed rows and displays the spacing in inches (cm) for each row as detected by the sensors. The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the population data. The scans continue sequentially in four-second intervals unless the rotary knob is used to select a particular row number for continuous view. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. SPACING MIN MAX ROW SCAN IN 1 S 0.0 IN S Spacing Min Max Row Scan alternately displays the seeding rows with the minimum and maximum spacing in inches (cm). The value to the left side is the current row number. The value on the right is the spacing. Dwell time for each display is four seconds. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. SPACING MIN ROW IN 1 S 0.0 IN S Spacing Min Row displays the seeding row with the minimum spacing in inches (cm). The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the spacing. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. SPACING MAX ROW 1 IN S 0.0 IN S Spacing Max Row displays the seeding row with the maximum spacing in inches (cm). The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the spacing. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. 67

73 SPACING AVG 0.0 IN S Spacing Avg displays the average spacing in inches (cm) of all active seeding rows. SEED/DISTANCE ROW SCAN S FT Seed/Distance Row Scan displays all active seed rows and the number of seeds per foot (seeds/meter) for each row detected by the sensors. The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the seeds per distance data. The scan continues sequentially in four-second intervals unless the rotary knob is used to select a particular row number for continuous view. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. SEED/DISTANCE MIN MAX ROW SCAN S S 1 FT 0.0 FT Seed/Distance Min Max Row Scan alternately displays the seed row with the minimum number of seeds per foot (seeds/meter) and the seeding row with the maximum number of seeds per foot (seeds/meter). The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the seeds per distance data. Dwell time for each display is four seconds. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. SEED/DISTANCE MIN ROW 1 S FT 0.0 S FT Seed/Distance Min Row displays the seeding row with the minimum number of seeds per foot (meter). The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the seeds per distance data. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. SEED/DISTANCE MAX ROW 1 S FT 0.0 S FT Seed/Distance Max Row displays the seeding row with the maximum number of seeds per foot (meter). The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value on the right is the seeds per distance data. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. SEED/DISTANCE AVERAGE 0.0 S FT Seed/Distance Average displays the average number of seeds per foot (ormeter) of all active seeding rows. 68

74 GROUND SPEED MPH 4.2 Ground Speed displays the current ground speed of the tractor in miles per hour (Kph). The ground speed source is defined during the GROUND SPEED CALIBRATION setup. TOTAL AREA Reset box 0.00 ACT Total Area displays the area covered by the implement in acres (Ha). Total Area is calculated using the Implement Width parameter entered on the Row Status/Row Width Setup screen. Area accumulates when seeds are detected on at least one seeding row and the ground speed is above the Shutoff Speed parameter entered on the Ground Speed Calibration screen. This accumulator is independent of any other area accumulator and may be reset to 0.0 at any time. Current area is retained after power down. FIELD1 AREA 0.00 Field1 Area displays the area covered by the implement in acres (Ha). Field1 Area is calculated in the same manner as Total Area. This accumulator is independent of any other area accumulator and may be reset to 0.0 at any time. Current area is retained after power down. FIELD2 AREA 0.00 Reset box AC1 Reset box AC2 Field2 Area displays the area covered by the implement in acres (Ha). Field2 Area is calculated in the same manner as Total Area. This accumulator is independent of any other area accumulator and may be reset to 0.0 at any time. Current area is retained after power down. NOTE: Data Items on the Main Operate screen with a check box allows the number to be reset to zero. 69

75 CHANNELS 1-4 AREA Channels 1-4 Area displays the area covered by Control Channels 1-4. Area is calculated using the Channel Width parameter that is entered on the Control Channel setup screen. Area accumulates when the Master Switch is ON and the ground speed is above the Shutoff Speed parameter entered on the Ground Speed Calibration screen. This accumulator is independent of any other area accumulator and may be reset to 0.0 at any time. Current area is retained after power down. AREA SCAN 0.0 AC1 Area Scan scans through all area accumulators sequentially, displaying the area for each accumulator in foursecond intervals. CONTROL RPM SCAN RPM Scan scans through all active Control Channel feedback sensors sequentially displaying the actual RPM measured in four-second intervals. The current sensor is identified by the number displayed above the RPM symbol. AREA PER HOUR Reset box 1AC 0.0 CH 4 RPM AC 0.00 HR Area Per Hour displays the current area per hour in acres (Ha). The value is continuously calculated based on the current ground speed and the Implement Width parameter as entered on the Row Status/row Width Setup screen. SYSTEM ACTIVE TIME Reset box HR 0.00 System Active Time records the amount of time the Master Switch is in the ON position indicating the actual number of hours equipment has been operating. 70

76 SEED COUNT ACCUM ROW Reset 4 0 1,2,3... Seed Count Accum Row scans through all of the active seed rows and displays the seed count for each row as detected by the seed sensors. The value to the left side displays the current row number. The value to the right is the seed count. The scan continues sequentially in four-second intervals unless the rotary knob is used to select a particular row number for continuous view. The Seed Count function is enabled/disabled on the Accumulators/Seed Count/Distance Count screen. This Data Item will be displayed on an entire row on the console display. DISTANCE ACCUMULATOR FT Distance Accumulator displays the distance the tractor has traveled in feet (meters). The Distance Accumulator function is enabled/disabled on the Accumulators/Seed Count/Distance Count screen. CHANNELS 1-4 MATERIAL ACCUM Reset 0.0 LB 4 Channels 1-4 Material Accum displays the current accumulated material in pounds (kg) for Channels 1-4. Material is accumulated according to the applied rate. ACCESSORY INPUT SCAN RPM SCAN RPM RPM Scan scans through all active shaft sensors sequentially, displaying the actual RPM measured in foursecond intervals. The current sensor is identified by the number displayed above the RPM symbol. 71

77 4.8.7 SPREADER CONSTANT CALIBRATION (GRANULAR FERTILIZER AND CHEMICAL) The Spreader Constant Calibration screen allows the user to perform a catch test to determine/fine tune the spreader constant. It is advised to perform this calibration to obtain the most accurate application rates possible. You need to be on a Material Configuration screen to access the Spreader Constant Calibration softkey. (From the Main Work screen, Press the Material Summary Setup softkey, then press the Material Configuration Setup softkey, then press the Spreader Constant Calibration softkey). Material Configuration softkey CHANNEL# 2 FERT 2 Instructions - Press Output Shaft key until systme is charged - Prepare to catch material - Setup RPM and # of revolutions - Verify density is correct - Press START to begin calibration Material Configuration Setup softkey Density Spreader Const Target Meter rpm # Meter Revs 64.0 LBS/FT RPM 5REV 3 PUL/FT 3 START Spreader Constant Calibration softkey Pulse Count New Spread Const Amount Dispensed 0 PUL LBS PUL/FT 3 Spreader Constant Calibration Screen When the START key is pressed, the machine will become operational. All necessary precautions must be taken to ensure user safety. Failure to practice all necessary caution may result in serious injury or death. The hopper/tank for the product you are calibrating must contain material. Place bags under the hoses of the dispensing product to catch material to weigh at the end of calibration. DENSITY WARNING CAUTION Density is the weight per cubic foot of product. If unknown, enter a value of 1 (when you are done with the spreader calibration procedure, the density value that you enter on this screen will be stored on the Channel Setup screen). SPREADER CONSTANT Determines how many pulses the application rate sensor (encoder) produces per unit of material the spreader discharges. This value is obtained from the Material Configuration screen. TARGET METER RPM Target Meter RPM is the speed at which the meter shaft turns while the calibration is performed. Turn the rotary knob to highlight TARGET METER RPM. Press the rotary knob and turn it to display 10. Press OK. 72

78 # METER REVS Number of Meter Revolutions is the number of revolutions the meter has turned during the calibration. This will determine the length of the test. The higher the number, the more accurate the test will be. To Perform the Spreader Constant Calibration: 1. Move the implement to the raised position. 2. Apply the tractor brakes and lock in the applied position. 3. Put the transmission in Park. START 4. Start the tractor and engage the hydraulic system. Start softkey 5. Run the engine at normal operating speed until the hydraulic fluid is at normal operating temperature. 6. Place a container under as many drops as possible (the more drops you catch from, the more accurate the test will be). The object is to determine the weight of product dispensed across the whole machine. 7. Press the Start softkey. 8. Turn the Master Switch to the ON position 9. The control will run the fill disk at the specified RPM for the specified number of meter revolutions and then shut down automatically. 10. Weigh the material dispensed and enter the value into the AMT DISPENSED field. 11. The new spreader constant value will automatically be calculated. AMOUNT DISPENSED Enter the amount (Lbs or Kg) dispensed after performing the Spreader Constant calibration. The amount dispensed number will be used with pulse count to calculate New Spreader Constant. IMPORTANT: The amount dispensed must be entered as the amount collected across the whole planter. PULSE COUNT Example: If you collect from one row of fertilizer on a 6 row planter, multiple the weight of what was collected by 6 and enter that value in the Amount Dispensed field. Pulse count produced from the feedback sensor. This number is informational only. NEW SPREADER CONSTANT After the Spreader Calibration is performed and amount is entered, press the Save softkey to accept the new constant. SAVE Save softkey 73

79 4.8.8 CONTROL CHANNEL VALVE CALIBRATION The Control Channel Valve Calibration screen sets the machine hydraulic system parameters and should be performed for best results. From the Main Work screen, press the Material Configuration softkey, press the Control Channel Configuration softkey, and select the Control Channel you wish to calibrate the PWM Valve for by pressing the Next Channel softkey. Press the Control Channel Calibration softkey to access the Control Channel Calibration screen. Calibrate the PWM Valve for each Channel on the Planter that is run in Auto Mode. CHANNEL# Ensure implement is raised - With brakes locked and transmission in PARK position, start engine - Engage hydraulics and run engine at normal speed until hydraulic fluid is at operating temperature - Press START key and turn master switch on START Material Configuration softkey CH PWM CH FREQ FILT 0 % 0 HZ LIMIT OUTPUT Control Channel softkey CH RPM 0.0 RPM PRESS START Control Channel Calibration Screen Control Channel Calibration softkey WARNING When the START key is pressed, the machine will become operational. All necessary precautions must be taken to ensure user safety. Failure to practice all necessary caution may result in serious injury or death. CAUTION Hoppers are assumed to be empty for this calibration. If they are loaded, material will be dispensed onto the ground. To Perform the Control Channel Valve Calibration: 1. Move the implement to the raised position. 2. Apply the tractor brakes and lock in the applied position. 3. Put the transmission in Park. 4. Start the tractor and engage the hydraulic system. START 5. Run the engine at normal operating speed until the hydraulic fluid is at normal operating temperature. Start softkey 6. Press the Start softkey. 7. Turn the Master Switch to the ON position 8. The valve calibration will immediately start. 9. Keep the hydraulics engaged until the calibration is complete. The calibration may take a few seconds up to several minutes. Each calibration step is monitored on the lower left corner of the display. 10. When the calibration is complete, the control shuts down automatically. All calibration data is automatically stored. 74

80 4.8.9 MATERIAL SUMMARY SCREEN The Material Summary Screen allows for quick selection of material type if more than one material type is configured for one Control Channel (i.e. two different blends of fertilizer or two different chemicals). The main advantage to storing different material in the Material Library would be if you are going to use two blends of fertilizer or different chemicals with drastically different densities. The Control Channel will only display and allow selection of the materials setup in the Material Configuration screen that correspond with the specific channel type. Example: If a Control Channel is configured for granular fertilizer control, only those materials that were established for Granular Fertilizer Control will display for that channel. Press the Material Configuration softkey to access the Material Summary Screen. Example: Channel 2 can be changed quickly from Fert A to Fert B Material Configuration softkey Select Material assigned to a Channel Material Library assigned to a Channel SEED 1 FERT A 2 CHEM 3 CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 Edit SEED 1 FERT 2 CHEM 3 Disabled MATRL 9 MATRL 10 MATRL 11 Edit FERT B 4 MATRL 12 FERT C 5 MATRL 13 FERT D 6 MATRL 14 MATRL 7 MATRL 15 MATRL 8 MATRL 15 Material Library Screen CHANNEL/MATERIAL SELECTION Channels 1 through 4 located at the top of the Material Summary screen will identify material selected for a specific channel after assignment at the Material and Channel Configuration Setup screens. Refer to Material Configuration Setup and Control Channel Setup sections for additional information. From this screen, a channel s material can be changed if more than one material is configured for a channel and the material type matches the channel type. A channel s material status will be identified with either the Active Material Name, None for no material, or Disabled for Control Channel disabled. ACTIVE CHANNEL/MATERIAL Material Name The active material for a channel will display. To change a material for a channel: 1. Use the rotary knob to highlight the channel to change. 2. Press the knob in and rotate knob to scroll through the configured material types configured for that channel. Press OK to accept or Cancel to return to the previous setting. 75

81 NO MATERIAL SELECTED If no material matches the channel type and has no target rate for the Control Channel to operate, the channel will display on the Material Summary screen as None. A material can be configured for the channel by selecting an available material at the bottom of the Summary Screen. DISABLED If a channel is disabled from the Control Channel Setup, the channel will display as Disabled. The channel is turned off and is not configured for operation. To establish a new channel, select the Control Channel setup key FILL DISK Fill Disk is used to fill the seed bowls to allow instant seed flow when the control is turned on. Pressing the Fill Disk softkey will rotate the feed chains on all active channels and the pick wheels and the feed chains until the pick wheels have turned one revolution. If you wish to run one channel, turn off other channels. The Fill Disk will only run channels that are turned on. Perform a Fill Disk for Control Channel: 1. Place the Feedbox switch(es) in the on position. Planter Fill Disk 2. From the Main Operate screen, press the Planter Fill Disk softkey. softkey 3. Raise the implement. 4. With the brakes locked and transmission in Park, start the engine. 5. Engage hydraulics and run engine at normal speed until hydraulic fluid is at operating temperature. CAUTION Implement will begin to operate after pressing the Start softkey. Ensure that all persons and objects are away from the implement to avoid personal injury. 6. Press the Start softkey. The feed chains will turn for one revolution, then stop. 7. Pressing the Stop softkey will also terminate the test. START Start softkey SEED CHANNELS STOP Stop softkey - Ensure implement is raised - With brakes locked and transmission in PARK position, start engine - Engage hydraulics and run engine at normal speed until hydraulic fluid is at operating temperature - Press 'START FILL DISK' soft key START PRESS START Intelli PDCH WARNING! MOVING PARTS DURING TEST STAY CLEAR OF IMPLEMENT! Fill Disk Screen for Seed Channels 76

82 CONTINUOUS TEST Continuous Test runs the control while stationary for troubleshooting purposes. A Remote Test Switch is recommended to perform this test. (Remote Test Switch available from Dickey John, see details on page 80) 1. To access the Continuous Test screen, press the Material Summary Setup softkey. 2. Press the Control Channel Configuration softkey. 3. Press the Continuous Test softkey to display the Continuous Test screen. 4. The following parameters must be entered to perform a Continuous Test. Test Ground Speed Row Material Configuration softkey The values entered here will not affect any other setup values that have previously been tested. CHANNEL 1 SEED 1 Instructions - Ensure implement is raised - With brakes locked and transmission in PARK position, start engine - Engage hydraulics and run engine at normal speed until hydraulic fluid is at operating temperature - Press 'START CONTIN' soft key - Press and hold Remote Test button START Control Channel softkey Continuous Test softkey Test Ground Speed Row Test Target Pop Test Seed Count 3.0 mph ks/ac 132 PRESS START TEST GROUND SPEED Test Ground Speed is the ground speed reference that will be used to perform the test. ROW Row is the active row configured in the system. The row that is set here will be the row that reports back a seed count in the Test Seed Count Value. TEST TARGET POP Continuous Test Screen Test Target Pop establishes the seed rate at which the test will be performed. This value is the current Target Rate and is automatically populated. 77

83 TEST SEED COUNT Test Seed Count is the seed count reported back on the specified row set in the row data item and is automatically populated. To Start the Continuous Test: 1. Press the Start softkey. 2. The test will run continuously until the Stop softkey is pressed. START Start softkey Note: Test Seed Count will automatically reset whenever a new Continuous Test is performed. STOP Stop softkey 78

84 REV TEST 5 Rev Test is used for checking seed meters for accuracy. When started, the test will run the control for 5 revolutions of the seed meters, then shut down. The seed count can then be correlated on a row versus the seed count actually dispensed by the meter. A Remote Test Switch is recommended to perform this test. (Remote Test Switch available from Dickey John, see details on next page) 1. Press the Material Summary Setup softkey. 2. Press the Control Channel Configuration softkey. 3. Press the 5 Rev Test softkey to display the 5 Rev Test screen. 4. The following parameters must be entered to perform a Continuous Test. Test Ground Speed Row Material Configuration softkey The values entered here will not affect any other setup values that have previously been tested. CHANNEL 1 SEED 1 5 Instructions - Ensure implement is raised - With brakes locked and transmission in PARK position, start engine - Engage hydraulics and run engine at normal speed until hydraulic fluid is at operating temperature - Press 'START 5 REV' soft key - Press and hold Remote Test button START Control Channel softkey 5 5 Rev Test softkey Test Ground Speed Row Test Target Pop Test Seed Count 3.0 mph ks/ac 132 PRESS START 5 Rev Test Screen TEST GROUND SPEED Test Ground Speed is the ground speed reference that will be used to perform the test. ROW Row is the active row configured in the system. The row that is set here will be the row that reports back a seed count in the Test Seed Count Value. TEST TARGET POP Test Target Pop establishes the seed rate at which the test will be performed. This value is the current Target Rate and is automatically populated 79

85 TEST SEED COUNT Test Seed Count is the seed count reported back on the specified row set in the row data item and is automatically populated. To Start the Continuous Test: 1. Press the Start softkey. 2. The test will run continuously until the Stop softkey is pressed. START Start softkey Note: Test Seed Count will automatically reset whenever a new Continuous Test is performed. REMOTE TEST SWITCH A momentary switch may be purchased from Dickey-John that allows the user to turn the control ON/OFF during the CONTINUOUS and 5 REV tests. The remote test switch is to be connected to the actuator harness. The switch allows the operator to go back to the implement to investigate mechanical issues or perform seed counts instead of performing the test inside the cab from the console. The remote test switch is to be connected to the actuator harness. Remote test switch part number is S1 (Order from Dickey ) STOP Stop softkey CAUTION Once the testing is complete, disconnect the remote test switch to prevent accidental control engagement. 80

86 SEED MONITOR SETUP The Seed Monitor Setup screen controls the parameters for: High alarm delay Low alarm delay Population adjustment Population filter Row fail rate From the Main Operate screen, press the Seed Monitor Setup softkey to access the Seed Monitor Setup screen Seed Monitor Setup softkey High Alarm Delay Low Alarm Delay 5 5 SEC SEC Population Adjust Population Filter % % Row Fail Rate 2/1 S SEC To Edit Seed Monitor Setup Data: 1. Use the rotary knob to scroll through the settings until the desired data element is selected. 2. Once the outline box is located on the data item, press the rotary knob to edit the data. 3. Press the OK softkey to accept the selection and cancel to return to the previous setting. The following data items may be edited: HIGH ALARM DELAY The High Alarm Delay establishes the delay between the detection of a High Population Alarm condition and the resulting alarm display. The value is entered in seconds. If the value is set to 10, a row must be in a High Population Alarm condition continuously for 10 seconds before the alarm will be issued. LOW ALARM DELAY Seed Monitor Setup screen The Low Alarm Delay establishes the delay between the detection of a Low Population Alarm condition and the resulting alarm display. The value is entered in seconds. If the value is set to 10, a row must be in a Low Population Alarm condition continuously for 10 seconds before the alarm will be issued. 81

87 POPULATION ADJUST The Population Adjustment percentage scales the displayed population value to allow for inaccuracies with seed sensors in certain applications. This is a multiplier of the monitored population value. For true calculated results, the value should be set to 100.0%. If the monitored value is reading low, the value can be increased above 100.0% to achieve the desired population display. The displayed value is calculated by the monitored value x population factor. For example, the monitored value is 100.0, and the factor is 105%, so x 1.05 = POPULATION FILTER The Population Filter value is used to stabilize the monitored population display. For a true population value, this number should be set to 0.0%. 0.0 is no filtering at all. 99 is the highest level of filtering available. Set the filter to meet the appropriate level of filtering for your specific use. ROW FAIL RATE The Row Fail Rate value sets the threshold for Row Failure alarms. The value is entered in seeds per second. Both values are adjustable, allowing for numerous combinations. The default value is 2/1, which indicates a Row Failure threshold of 2 seeds in 1 second. 82

88 GROUND SPEED SETUP Ground Speed Setup determines: The input source and type of ground speed sensor being used The manual default ground speed (only displays when manual is selected as source). Shut off speed Minimum override Ground speed constant Master Switch timeout Alarm delay PreCharge speed (displays only when the Precharge time is greater than 0 mph (0 kmh) at the Control Channel screen) Flush Ground Speed (displays only when Flush Enable is activated at the Control Channel screen) From the Main Operate screen, press the Ground Speed Setup softkey to access the Ground Speed Setup screen Source Gspd Constant Shutoff Speed Minimum Override Master Sw Timeout Alarm Delay PreCharge Gnd Speed Flush Gnd Speed Digital Freq PUL MPH MPH SEC SEC MPH MPH Ground Speed Setup softkey Ground Speed Setup Screen To Edit Seed Monitor Setup Data: 1. Use the rotary knob to scroll through the settings until the desired data element is selected. 2. Once the outline box is located on the data item, press the rotary knob to edit the data. 3. Press the OK softkey to accept the selection and cancel to return to the previous setting. HARRISTON PLANTER DEFAULT GROUND SPEED VALUES Source Gspd Constant Shutoff Speed Minimum Override Master Sw Timeout Alarm Delay PreCharge Gnd Speed Flush Gnd Speed Digital Freq (for radar on planter, if using tractor radar, select CAN Ground) (for Dickey John radar) 0.0 MPH 0.0 MPH 10.0 SEC 5.0 SEC 4.0 MPH 4.0 MPH 83

89 GROUND SPEED DATA SOURCE Source selects the type of ground speed sensor being used and where the sensor s input is on the system. MANUAL Sets the system to operate using an internally generated ground speed. No ground speed sensor is required when using the Manual setting. RELUCT FREQ Used when ground speed is provided by a reluctance (2-wire) type sensor connected to the planter harness. DIGITAL FREQ Used when ground speed is provided by a radar/digital (3-wire) type sensor connected to the planter harness. CAN GROUND Used when ground speed is provided by a radar/digital (3-wire) type sensor connected to the cab harness or if radar/forward ground speed is available on the CAN bus. CAN WHEEL Used when wheel speed data is available on the CAN bus Source Manual Ground Speed Flush Gnd Speed Manual MPH MPH Ground Speed (Manual) Setup Screen MANUAL GROUND SPEED Manual Ground Speed can be used in the event of a failure of the ground speed sensor being used. This is an internally generated ground speed that will cause the system to operate relative to the speed that has been programmed when the Master Switch is in the ON position. This value can be set to any speed within the delivery capabilities of the system. GSPD CONSTANT GSPD Constant is the value representing the pulse count produced by the ground speed sensor over a 400 distance. Refer to GROUND SPEED CALIBRATION on page 37 for additional information. 84

90 SHUT OFF SPEED Shut Off Speed indicates the minimum ground speed allowed before the system ceases total operation. MINIMUM OVERRIDE Minimum Override takes over when actual ground speed falls below the designated value. The control will operate at this speed until actual ground speed rises above the minimum override speed, or the actual speed drops below the shutoff speed. MASTER SW TIMEOUT Master Switch Timeout determines the length of time before the system disables the operate function after ground speed reaches 0 (zero) if the Master Switch remains in the ON position. After the delay time elapses, an alarm will be issued stating that the Master Switch must be toggled OFF/ON before the system will restart. ALARM DELAY Alarm Delay determines the length of time, after the ground speed goes to zero and seed flow continues before the alarm sounds. This alarm only applies when all control channels are disabled and the system is running in a planter monitor only mode. PRECHARGE GROUND SPEED Precharge ground speed is the speed the system will use when precharge has been enabled for a control channel and must be greater than 0 to operate. FLUSH ENABLE SPEED Flush Enable Speed is the speed the system will use when Flush Enable is pressed to open the valve and dispense granular fertilizer, granular seed, or liquid material. The Enable feature can only be activated when the tractor is stopped. 85

91 GROUND SPEED CALIBRATION Ground speed is the rate in MPH (Km/h) as measured by the ground speed sensor. The number reflects the number of pulses generated by the ground speed sensor while traveling a distance of 400 feet (100 meters). NOTE: Older ground speed calibrations had a default value of 6096, which is the nominal pulse count for the radar speed sensor. Newer ground speed equipment has a default value of 12,192. To convert older ground speed constants, multiply the recorded value by two for an approximate conversion. IMPORTANT: It is imperative to get an accurate ground speed reading, as this reading directly impacts the accuracy of Population, Area Accumulation, and Application Rate Control. Press the Ground Speed Calibration softkey to access the Ground Speed Calibration screen Instructions - Mark off the distance below - At constant speed, press start key at start of course - At constant speed, press stop key at end of course - Press save to store calibration START Ground Speed Calibration softkey ft 0 SAVE Ground Speed Calibration Screen To perform the initial ground speed calibration: 1. Carefully measure an exact 400 foot (100 meter) course, clearly marking the start and finish points. 2. With the tractor moving between 2 and 5 MPH (3.2 and 8 Km/h), press the Start softkey when the tractor is even with the designated start point. The display showing the ground speed calibration will zero and begin counting ground speed pulses. 3. When the tractor is even with the designated finish point, press the Stop softkey. The new calibration number will be displayed on the center of the screen. 4. To ensure accuracy, record the number and repeat this process two additional times. Average the three numbers recorded. 5. Edit the calibration number by using the rotary knob and scrolling through the settings until the desired data element is selected. Once the outline box is located on the data item, press the rotary knob to edit. 6. Save the desired settings. START Start softkey STOP Stop softkey SAVE Save softkey 86

92 SYSTEM OPERATION When all parameters have been established, the system is ready for operation. WARNING When the implement is down and the Master Switch is in the ON position, the machine is fully operational. All necessary precautions must be taken to ensure user safety. Failure to practice all necessary caution may result in serious injury or death. Use the following procedures to start operation: 1. Lower the implement to operating position, engaging the implement switch. 2. With the hydraulic system engaged and the tractor at its normal operating RPM, set the Master Switch to the ON position. All enabled Control Channels will begin controlling at the current ground speed. All accumulators will begin recording data. To stop operation: 1. Set the Master Switch to the OFF position. All control channels will cease operation and all data accumulation will halt. 2. Operation will immediately stop when ground speed is 0. Accumulator Preset Rate Implement Indicator Active Material Active Channel Row Indicators AC M CH1 Rate Fert 2 CH2 Rate Seed 1 KS 0.00 AC KS AC LBS AC IN S CH 1 RPM +1 CH 1 SEED 1 SEED 1 CH 1 SEED 1 CH 1 ON Main Operate Screen 87

93 IMPLEMENT LIFT SWITCH When an implement lift switch is installed, the Main Operate screen will identify if the implement is in the up or down position. Implement Lift Indicator (Down Position-Green) Implement Lift Indicator (Up Position-Red) Implement Lift Indicators ROW INDICATORS Row Indicators in bar graph format on the bottom of the Operate screen indicate seed rate for each row. The size of the bar graphic is set on the Work configuration screen by pressing the Work Screen Configuration softkey. The following symbols illuminate in the bar graph area. 1 Channel assignment by row Not Planting Planting with good seed flow High Population Work Screen Configuration softkey Low Population Row Failure Row Indicator Symbols 88

94 PRECHARGE FEATURE The PreCharge feature is used on the planter to start the fertilizer &/or chemical attachment prior to the seed system to account for the time it takes the fertilizer &/or chemical to get to the ground after their individual channels start. This ensures that the first seeds planted have fertilizer &/or chemical. When the PreCharge feature is activated, material will dispense at the rate at which the PreCharge Ground Speed is set. The Precharge feature will operate until the PreCharge time lapses or the PreCharge ground speed has been exceeded. If ground speed stops while in PreCharge mode, the Precharge feature will abort. A PreCharge alarm will display any time the Preset feature is established or changed, and the Master Switch is turned ON. The Precharge feature is applicable to Planter Control, Granular Seeding, Fertilizer, and Liquid Control Channels. Reference SYSTEM CONFIGURATION on page 58 for Control Channel and page 83 for Ground Speed setup instructions. PreCharge Time Activated AC M CH1 Rate Fert 2 CH2 Rate 10 CHARGE 4 IN S 0.0 Seed 1 KS 0.00 AC 1 KS AC CH 1 RPM +1 CH 1 SEED 1 SEED 1 CH 1 SEED 1 CH 1 ON PreCharge Time and Ground Speed (Main Operate Screen) Operating the Precharge: 1. Turn the Master Switch ON. 2. Precharge feature will automatically initiate when the Master Switch is turned on and the Ground Speed is less than the PreCharge Ground Speed. NOTE: Master Switch must be turned on to activate a Precharge state. 89

95 FLUSH ENABLE The Flush Enable feature is typically used to begin dispensing material at a higher rate when the tractor is operating at a slow speed, i.e. during startup or turn around situations. Material will dispense at the rate set at the Ground Speed setup screen. Flush Enable is applicable to Granular Seeding, Fertilizer, or Liquid Control Channels. Reference SYSTEM CONFIGURATION on page 58 for Control Channel and page 83 for Ground Speed setup instructions. NOTE: Flush Enable will abort if the softkey is pressed during a Precharge state Seed 1 Fert 2 AC1 CH1 Rate 7 CH2 Rate KS 0.00 AC IN S KS AC LBS AC CH 1 RPM FLUSH CH 1 SEED 1 SEED 1 CH 1 SEED 1 CH 1 ON Press and Hold to activate Flush Enable FLUSH Flush Enable softkey Operating the Flush Enable function: Flush Enable (Main Operate Screen) 1. Ensure the Master Switch is turned ON. 2. Press and hold the Flush Enable softkey to dispense material. 3. Release the Flush Enable softkey to stop dispensing material. 90

96 SYSTEM INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS In order to view the following information and diagnostics screens, the Master Switch must be set to the OFF position. ACCUMULATORS/SEED COUNT/DISTANCE SCREEN The Accumulators/Seed Count/Distance screen displays the amount of time the system has been on, the amount of time planting has occurred, and the distance traveled. Data on this screen is for display purposes only - it cannot be edited. Press the Accumulators softkey to access the Accumulators/Seed Count/Distance screen Powered On Time 87.8 hr Sys. Active Time 0.00 hr Distance ft Accumulators softkey Accumulators/Seed Count/Distance Screen NOTE: The Master Switch must be set to the OFF position to display the Accumulators/Seed Count/Distance screen. POWERED ON TIME Powered On Time is the accumulated time, in hours, that the system has been powered ON. Powered On Time accumulates regardless of the mode of operation whether it is in SETUP/CONFIGURATION mode or OPERATE mode. Powered On Time cannot be reset. SYS. ACTIVE TIME System Active Time is the accumulated time, in hours, that the machine has actively been planting. System Active Time accumulates whenever seeds are detected on at least one sensor. System Active Time does not accumulate during an ALL ROWS FAILED condition. Planting Time cannot be reset. 91

97 DISTANCE Distance is the accumulated distance, in feet (meters) that the implement has traveled. The Distance accumulator function can be controlled by using the following procedures: 1. Press the Start Distance Accumulator softkey to begin accumulating distance. This occurs whenever there is forward ground speed. 2. Press the Stop Distance Accumulator softkey to stop distance accumulation. 3. Press the Reset Distance Accumulator softkey to reset the value back to Accumulators Reset Distance softkey Accumulators Stop Distance softkey Accumulators Start Distance softkey 92

98 INFORMATION SCREEN The Information screen displays the software versions of the modules connected to the system and is typically used for troubleshooting. No information on the screen can be edited. Each module connected is identified by module type, module position, and Serial Number. Module position cannot be altered on this screen and can only be established on the Module Configuration screen. From the Main Work Screen, press the Diagnostics softkey, then press the Information softkey to access the Information screen. Software Revision Codes Year Minor Month Revision Day Major Revision Hour Module Position Module Type Serial Number MOD POS 1 WSMT-PDCH S/N 0 APP BOOT P/N P1_56_1_1 Diagnostics softkey MOD POS 2 WSMB-POM S/N APP BOOT Information softkey Information Screen Reset NOVRAM softkey RESETTING NOVRAM VALUES NOVRAM refers to the memory location of the Working Set Master (WSMT) module where all configuration and setup data for the system are stored. Resetting the NOVRAM will reset all data to factory default constants. CAUTION DO NOT press the NOVRAM Reset softkey unless you want ALL system data settings to be reset to factory standard defaults. DO NOT reset the NOVRAM unless instructed to do so by Harriston or DICKEYjohn Technical Support. 93

99 UPDATING SOFTWARE The Dickey-john IntelliAg system is furnished with an SD card reader slot for the purpose of updating the software in the Master module if new software becomes available. Software updating procedure 1. Turn power OFF to console. NOTE: All setup information will need to be re-entered after updating software 2. Open SD card reader door by sliding the latch on the cover towards the center of the screen (A). 3. Insert the SD card with the new software (B). DICKEY-john ESC A B 4. Turn power ON to console. 5. The screen will turn to a red background and the software loading program will appear on the screen. * BOOTLOADER BY WACHENDORFF * * VERSION 3.19 DATE DL250 * CHOOSE UPDATE (PRESS KEY 1) >P1.56_1_1 HARR ECU-TYPE: 1.2 FLASH: 01/04 MB FOUND SD CARD PROGRAM COPY TO RAM Select the Program with HARR in the name by rotating the rotary knob. 7. Press the top softkey to start the program transfer process. 94

100 8. The screen will show that the software is being transferred to the Master Module (Data Transfer indicator will blink and the purple light on the console will flicker). After approximately 4 ½ minutes the screen will show the transfer is complete. 9. When the screen displays FINISHED TRANSFER, remove the SD card (press it in to release & then pull it out of the console). 10. Turn the rotary knob to highlight RESET (REMOVE CARD FIRST). 11. Press the rotary knob in. READING : ADDRESS CLAIM FINISHED SUCCESSFULLY "START" TRANSFER DATA * READING : ADDRESS CLAIM FINISHED SUCCESSFULLY "START" TRANSFER DATA * FINISHED TRANSFER RETURN TO LIST >RESET (REMOVE CARD FIRST) Data Transfer Indicator Data Transfer Finished 12. The following screen will display that shows that information is being transferred from the Master Module back to the Console. 1. Transfer 2. Object Pool Check Intelli 13. After data is done transferring (approx. ½ minute) the console will automatically restart. System is ready for use at this point. 95

101 Calendar ACKNOWLEDGING ALARM CONDITIONS Various alarm conditions may be presented to the operator whenever the system encounters an abnormal condition or detects a specifically set alarm point. Alarms are typically presented to the operator in a full screen display which will describe the alarm and, dependent upon the alarm type, may give the operator instructions on how to fix the alarm. Each alarm type has an associated alarm number, which can be cross-referenced in the TROUBLESHOOTING AND ALARMS section on page 141. Some alarms (for instance a Master Switch alarm) will require the operator to perform a specific action before the alarm condition will cease. In these cases, the instructions to proceed are indicated in the alarm display. Other alarms can be acknowledged by pressing the Alarm Cancel softkey. Detailed information about the alarm may also be available by pressing the Alarm Information softkey. ALARM HISTORY The Alarm Log screen provides a list of each alarm that has been issued during system operation. Information displayed on the Alarm Log screen is informational only and cannot be edited. Each time an alarm condition is detected, it is logged and communicated to the WSMT. To view Alarm History: 1. Press the Alarm Log softkey to access the Alarm Log screen. The Number of the alarm, along with the alarm description displays. Up to 20 alarms may be recalled. Each alarm occurrence can have up to 5 instances of the alarm tagged with a date and time stamp. 2. To select specific Alarm details, press the Alarm Up or Alarm Down softkeys to move the small display arrow next to the desired alarm number. 3. Press the Alarm Log Detail softkey to view all of the occurrences of the selected alarm. The down arrow signifies that more alarms are present and accessible by pressing the Alarm Up or Alarm Down softkeys Control Channel Unable to Control Alarm Control Channel High Limit Exceeded Alarm Control Channel Low Limit Exceeded Alarm Row Failure Alarm Alarm Up or Down softkeys ALARM LOG DETAIL Alarm Log Screen 1. To view specific alarm details, press the Alarm Log Detail softkey. The date and time of each occurrence is logged for each alarm instance. The Alarm Log will save up to 5 instances of the selected alarm. 96

102 Calendar Control Channel Unable to Control Alarm Calendar 02:24:53 PM 5:18:24:34 03:34:46 PM 5:18:24:17 12 / 20 / / 20 / 2006 Alarm Log Detail Screen RESET ALARM LOG To reset the Alarm Log, press the Reset Alarm Log softkey. 1. Press YES softkey to clear. 2. Press NO softkey to return to Alarm Log Detail screen. Clear Alarm Log? YES NO Reset Alarm Log softkey Reset Alarm Log Screen 97

103 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ALARMS Alarms are indicated on the Console with the following graphic, as well as with a continuous, audible alarm. The audible alarm is terminated by depressing the Alarm Cancel softkey. In addition, detailed descriptions of the current alarm can be viewed by pressing the Alarm Information softkey. Some of the alarm conditions display instructions on correcting the situation. Intelli PDCH 206 Alarm Cancel softkey Alarms are presented to the operator in a full screen display that will describe the alarm and, depending upon the alarm, may give the operator instructions on how to fix the alarm. Each alarm type has an associated alarm number, which can be crossreferenced in this section. Alarm Information softkey Some alarms (for instance a Master Switch alarm) will require the operator to perform a specific action before the alarm condition will cease. In these cases, the instructions to proceed are indicated in the alarm display. The table on page 141 describes the possible alarm conditions, causes, and remedies. 98

104 RATE CALIBRATION Calibration Method #1 (for Seeds per Acre) The Rate is the number of plants per acre at a given seed spacing and row width. Preset rates are programmed into the console. Up to 10 preset rates may be saved in the Preset Table (see page 53) If you wish to limit the number of rate choices, you may enter the same rate in more than one Preset. How the RATE CAL is calculated: SQ. FT per PLANT = plant spacing x row spacing( ) 144 PLANTS PER ACRE = SQ. FT per PLANT RATE = PLANTS PER ACRE 1000 Example = 5" seed spacing for a 36" row spacing SQ. FT PER PLANT = 5 x PLANTS PER ACRE = RATE = = = 1.25 = The chart at right shows the rates to input into the console to achieve the desired seed spacing. Seed Spacing (inches) Row Spacing (inches) Calibration Method #2 (for Seed Spacing) The Rate is the distance between each seed. Preset rates are programmed into the console. Up to 10 preset rates may be saved in the Preset Table (see page 53) If you wish to limit the number of rate choices, you may enter the same rate in more than one Preset. The chart at right shows the seed population per acre at various settings and row spacings. Seed Spacing (inches) Row Spacing (inches) ,898 34,848 33,014 31, ,748 29,040 27,512 26, ,356 24,891 23,581 22, ,061 21,780 20,634 19, ,499 19,360 18,341 17, ,449 17,424 16,507 15, ,772 15,840 15,006 14, ,374 14,520 13,756 13, ,191 13,403 12,698 12, ,178 12,446 11,791 11, ,299 11,616 11,005 10, ,531 10,890 10,317 9, ,852 10,249 9,710 9, ,249 9,680 9,171 8, ,710 9,171 8,688 8, ,224 8,712 8,253 7, ,785 8,297 7,860 7, ,386 7,920 7,503 7,128 99

105 4.9 ATTACHING TRACTOR When attaching the planter to a tractor, follow this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Make sure there is enough room and clearance from obstacles to safely back up to the planter. 3. Back up slowly and align the link arms as required for your machine. 4. Two point attachment with Quick Hitch. a. Align the claws on the Quick Hitch slightly below the mounting pins on the planter. b. Back up until the pins on the planter are above the claws. c. Raise the 3-point hitch until the pins seat in the claws. d. Be sure the retainers are released to hold the pins in the claws. e. Adjust the turnbuckle on the top link to position the Quick Hitch frame vertically when the lower lift arms are horizontal. f. Set the 3-point hitch in the non-sway position. g. Set the lower links on the tractor in the free float position. IF YOUR TRACTOR IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH A QUICK HITCH, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO INSTALL THE MOUNTING PINS THROUGH EACH BALL ON THE 3-POINT HITCH. BE SURE TO INSTALL THE RETAINER ON EACH PIN. 5. Connect the hydraulic circuits. 6. Route the electrical switch box and control console into the cab. Route the electrical cord over the hitch and secure in position with clips, tape, or plastic ties. Be sure the wire doesn't dangle and contact the ground or become pinched. Allow enough slack for turning. 7. Mount the IntelliAg console in tractor. Be sure the console location does not interfere with other controls. CONNECT THE POWER CABLE DIRECTLY TO THE TRACTOR BATTERY. DO NOT CONNECT TO TRACTOR CONVENIENCE OUTLETS. HARRISTON WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSOLE MALFUNCTIONS IF CONNECTED TO A CONVENIENCE OUTLET. 8. Connect the console cable (tractor) to the product (planter) cable. Connect the switchbox to the cable on the planter. 9. Program or check the program numbers in the console. 7. Start the tractor and raise the machine. 8. Remove the pins from frame stands. Raise the stands into storage position and reinstall the pins. 9. Raise and lower machine a couple of times to be sure hydraulic hoses and wires are secured properly and are not binding or pinching. 10. Check rear lift wheels for function and operation. 100

106 4.10 DAILY INSPECTION The Planter should be thoroughly inspected at the start of each working day to ensure that all parts and systems are in good condition and working properly. If this inspection is not done, minor problems could result in poor planting performance in the field. These items should be checked at the start of each day: Note: It is recommended that each planting wheel and drive wheel be rotated by hand to get an accurate check of the components PLANTING COMPONENTS: a. Bent or broken picks on each arm. b. Pick arm springs. c. Free movement of each cam roller. d. Position and condition of each cam. e. Over running clutch and chain HYDRAULIC SYSTEM: a. Routing and condition of all components b. Tighten or repair all leaking components. c. Make sure all electrical connections are tight. HYDRAULIC DRIVE: a. Radar gun is secured in position b. Drive motor and chain turn smooth. GROUND ENGAGING COMPONENTS: a. Wear on Opening Frog of planting shoe. b. Damaged closing disc or worn bearings. c. Damaged opening disc or worn bearings if equipped with fertilizer attachment. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: a. Damage to wiring harness components. b. Damage to connections at solenoids. c. Function of seed bowl switches. d. Condition of switch on electrical box e. Power connections. It is very important to ensure good field performance that the operator corrects each problem found during the inspection before starting to work. Little problems won't become big problems, and the machine will perform as expected. 101

107 4.11 MACHINE SETTINGS During the machine inspection that the operator should do at the start of each working day, it is his responsibility to check each machine setting to ensure that they are appropriately set for the operating conditions. The following adjustments should be checked: Gauge Wheels Each row is equipped with a set of gauge wheels to control planting depth. The two gauge wheels carry part of the weight of the planting shoe as the machine moves through the field. All irregular seedbed conditions are evened out by the wheels. A variety of holes are provided to adjust gauge wheels. The height of the gauge wheels are set by the adjusting cranks on the front of the row unit frame. Turn clockwise to raise and counterclockwise to lower. Repeat with other gauge wheel assemblies. Always operate all gauge wheels at the same depth. The gauge wheels are also adjustable on the gauge wheel itself. Adjust here as needed, to avoid having adjusting cranks to low Picker Wheel/Seed Bowl Clearance Clearance is provided between the picker wheel and the seed bowl to: a. Allow self-cleaning: dirt, sprouts, and seed piece slivers can fall out to prevent plugging. b. Allow seed piece alignment for good pick centering and penetration. When the seed pieces fill the gap, the picks will be approximately centered in the piece. c. Provide increasing clearance as the seed moves up the tapered gap. This minimizes drag on the seed piece that can cause the piece to fall off the picks. d. Prevent contact between the seed bowl and picker wheel that would result in mechanical damage to either component. See page 121 for instructions on setting clearance. 102

108 PICK PLACEMENT IN PICK ARMS 3 1 Each pick arm is equipped with 3 or 4 holes for pick mounting. The holes provide different pick placement for different seed sizes and shapes. Although any pick placement can be used if it works, the following table should be used as a guide when starting. 4 2 Seed Condition Number of Picks Pick Placement Average size seed. Normal Position. 2 1 and 3 Factory placement 2 5 and 6 Small seed with few or no large pieces 2 1 and 2 Large average seed 2 1 & 4 or 3 & 4 Very Large Seed. Wet seed that has 4 1, 2, and 3 or difficulty staying on picks 1, 2, and 4 or 1,3, and 4 Factory placement (Recommended) Small Seed (Too many doubles) Large or Wet Seed (early drop) Large or Wet Seed (early drop) 103

109 PICKER WHEEL CAM Each picker wheel is equipped with a cam mounted on the machine frame that contacts the spring loaded pick plate release arm. The cam is located on the lower segment of the picker wheel arc. As the picker wheel rotates, the pick plate release arm roller should contact the cam at the 3:30 position (viewed from the right side of the machine). This cam contact point will withdraw picks from the strike plate, retract the picks from the seed, and drop the seed behind the shoe for planting. The cam should not move the pick arm so far that a space is opened between the ends of the picks and the strike plate. A gap can allow other material to get in and prevent the arm from snapping closed when capturing the next seed. A large gap between the stripper plate and the pick can cause unnecessary wear and fatigue on the pick arm. The cam must release the arm at the 6:30 position to allow the picks to stab the next potato as the pick components move through the seed bowl. It is very important that the cam and roller are aligned to give a dynamic release and insertion action by the picks. Each pick assembly must have a spring to provide the force to close the pick arm and push the picks into the next seed. PICKER WHEEL CAM ADJUSTMENT As the picker wheel turns, the roller on the end of the pick arms contacts the stationary cam on the bottom of its arc. The cam should contact the rollers at the 3:30 position and release it at the 7:30 position (viewed from the right side of machine). The cam should be aligned to make full contact with each pick arm roller as the picker wheel rotates. When the roller contacts the cam, the pick arm pivots to withdraw the picks through the holes in the striker plate. No gap should be left between the striker plate and the ends of the picks. To adjust the cam for alignment with the roller and pick arm movement, follow this procedure: 1. Loosen the cam mounting bolts on the front and bottom of the cam. 2. Adjust cam to the required position. 3. Rotate the picker wheel to check roller alignment and pick arm movement on each pick assembly. 4. Tighten the mounting bolts to their specified torque levels. 104

110 Feedbox Chain Speed Factory setting is between 2 and 3. Keep feed chain as slow as possible to maintain accurate picking. As Long as planter is not producing large number of skips, seed volume is adequate. Too much seed is almost always more of a problem as opposed to too little seed PLANTER SHOE DEPTH REAR The planter shoe is suspended at the rear by a set of chains attached to the arms of the closing discs. Each chain should have a slight amount of slack when the shoe is in its planting position. This will allow the shoe to float as required when planting and lift the row unit for turning and transporting. Adjust the length of the chain at its frame attaching point by fastening to another link. Always keep the lengths the same on each row unit. Flow Control (Feedbox Chain) CLOSING DISC ADJUSTMENTS Each closing disc can be adjusted in a vertical direction and spaced from the center of the row. Use these features when adjusting: A. VERTICAL 1. 3 holes are located in the disc shank for tilt adjustment. 2. A setscrew is located through the mounting frame of the shank that is used to raise or lower the shank/disc assembly. Tighten the setscrew to its specified torque after adjusting. 3. The disc clamp is slotted for changing disc angle. This angle determines the size of the hill. All clamps should be set at the same angle. B. ROW SPACING Important The disc frame assembly is attached to the row unit frame Maintain Closing Discs on all row units crossmember. Loosen the mounting clamps and slide the at the same setting to obtain assembly to its required position. Tighten mounting consistent planting results clamps. C. POSITION The closing discs are held in position when planting with a tension spring between the disc assembly and the row unit frame. The tension is set with the eyebolt on the top and should be set so the spring is snug when the row unit is out of the ground. 105

111 SEED BOWL VOLUME Each seed bowl is equipped with a pivoting arm that is depressed as seed covers the arm. As the seed level drops, the seed moves to the side of the bowl and uncovers the pivoting arm. The arm will then move up. A switch is located under the pivoting arm to control the volume of seed in the seed bowl. To adjust, follow this procedure: 1. Loosen the 2 bolts mounting the switch and pivot arm assembly to the frame. 2. Move the switch arm assembly down to decrease the level of cuttings in the seed bowl. 3. Move the switch arm assembly up to increase the level of cuttings in the seed bowl. 4. Tighten the mounting bolts to their specified torque level when adjustment is completed. 5. Check all electrical connections before starting to work. 6. Repeat adjustment on other switches as required. Note: Although moving the switch assembly will change the level in the seed bowl, changing the feed rate can also affect the level. 106

112 Each planter row is equipped with a seed bowl to supply seed to each set of picker wheels. Each pick assembly captures a seed as the pick arm moves past the side of the seed bowl. A switch is located under the seed sensing plate in the bottom of the bowl to control the running of the seed feeding chain. As the bowl fills with seed, it covers the top of the sensing plate and depresses it. The plate contacts the switch and closes it. The switch is wired to the solenoid for the feeding chain drive. When the switch closes, the solenoid is opened to divert the oil in the hydraulic circuit away from the hydraulic motor driving the feed chain. As the seed is used and the level drops, the sensing plate is released, opening the switch. When the switch opens, the solenoid closes to run the hydraulic motor driving the feeding chain. The seed bowl is filled. If the seed level in the bowl is too low, seed will not be in place to be captured when the pick arm snaps shut. If the level is too high, seed can be dragged around by the picker wheel and too much seed is dropped. The following items must work together: a. Sensing plate must pivot freely and move from the weight of the seed in the bowl. b. The switch must open and close per the releasing and contacting of the sensing plate. The switch can be moved on its mounts to change the fill level in the bowl. c. The hydraulic motor runs at a speed determined by volume of oil flowing through the circuit. Normally, a 3 g.p.m (11 Lpm) flow rate provides the optimum feed rate. Use the flow control on the planter to set the flow rate A high flow rate will increase the speed of the feeding chain and require excess cycling of the system. A low flow rate will require more running by the feeding chain. If it is too low, there will not be enough seed supplied for consistent planting. 107

113 Field Operation When operating the machine in the field, follow this procedure: 1 Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, before starting. 2 Check that components, systems, and the machine are set appropriately for the operating conditions. 3 Transport the machine to the field. See Safety Section on Page 5 4 After arriving at the field, fill the hopper with seed. Seed cutters must be adjusted to properly cut a given seed size. NOTE IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED THAT THE MACHINE BE TRANSPORTED WHEN THE HOPPER IS FILLED. THE EXTRA LOAD ON THE MACHINE CAN CAUSE ADVERSE HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS AND LEAD TO STRUCTURAL FAILURES AT FASTER SPEEDS. 5 Fill the pesticide hoppers if your machine is equipped with that option. 6 Move the vehicles or equipment away from the working area. 7 Align the machine with the edge of the field if just starting or with the previously planted row. 8 Lower the machine to the ground. 9 Lower tractor 3-point hitch until crossmembers are 2-3 higher in the front. 10 Drive approximately 30 feet in typical ground conditions and check planting depth. Adjust gauge wheel to desired depth (see page 102). Frame Crossmember 2 to 3" Higher in Front 108

114 MACHINE SETTINGS Continued 11 After seed depth is obtained, observe angle of shoe linkages. Linkage should be approximately 2 to 3 lower in the rear when planting. This will allow the gauge wheels to carry only the weight of the row unit and float over obstructions if any are encountered. The trailing action of the parallel linkage results in a more consistent planting depth. 12 Raise or lower 3-point hitch and rear cylinders to obtain proper angle on shoe linkage while maintaining planter frame angle. Adjust rear cylinder and 3-point lever stop accordingly. 13 Lower the marker if your machine is so equipped. The sequencing valve supplied with the optional marker controls its operation. To operate the markers, connect the hose to give the following sequences: a. Move the hydraulic lever to the raise position to raise both markers. b. Move the lever to the lower position to lower one marker. c. Move the lever to the raise position to raise the marker. d. Move the lever to the lower position to lower the other marker. e. To lower both markers, move the hydraulic lever to the lower position / momentarily to the raise position, and then back to the lower position. Both markers will be lowered. f. Move the hydraulic lever to the raise position to raise both markers. The valve will then return to its normal sequencing cycle. g. Raise or lower markers as required for operation and transporting. 14 Engage hydraulic lever for planter hydraulic system. 15 Put Power switch on IntelliAg console to "ON" To preload pick arms and bowl: a. Put Feeder switch(es) ON. b. Press the Fill Disk softkey. c. Press the start softkey. d. When all arms are loaded with potatoes, press the Work Screen softkey. 16 Planter pick wheels will turn when radar gun senses movement. Fill Disk softkey START Start softkey Main Work Screen softkey 109

115 MACHINE SETTINGS Continued 17 Recommended planting speed is 3.5 to 5 mph to obtain the most consistent planter performance. 18 Slow down at the end of the round and put the Master switch to "OFF" before turning. Raise the machine and the marker as the shoes cross into the headland area. 19 Swing wide to minimize excess frame loads while turning. When using duals on tractor with front stabilizer wheels, be sure duals do not contact stabilizer wheel when making turns. 20 Lower machine to pre-set depth and lower the markers. 21 Before quitting, empty out seed bowls. Move feeder chain switch to "OFF" before coming to the end Operating Hints Start the flow control valve at the #3 setting. Start the hydraulic speed control (rabbit and turtle) on the tractor at just under half speed. If there is not enough oil flow, the console will show # 207 alarm. NOTE: If hydraulic oil flow is adjusted, a Valve Calibration may be required. See page 74 for Valve Calibration instructions. Always connect the power source directly to the battery. The frame should be 2 to 3 inches higher in the front and set high enough so the parallel linkage is lower in back by 2 to 3 inches. Keep the potato level in the bowl as low as possible. Clear the potatoes away from the switch at the end of the day. If seed pieces are planted too shallow, reduce speed and/or check gauge wheel depth. 18 RPM on the picker wheels has been shown to have the best consistency. Do not use the hydraulic system to operate other equipment. If all feeds do not run, this does not indicate an electrical problem. SEED SIZE AND VARIETY Wide variations in the size and shape of your seed will result in poor planter performance. Although the machine can handle cut or whole seed, it has difficulty handling both at the same time because the operational settings change. Time spent to ensure consistent seed size and type pays rich dividends in planter accuracy, consistency and faster planting. TIRE SPACING Normally the tire spacing on the rear of the machine is set at twice the row spacing. For example: 36" rows require 72" tire spacing. However, when your machine is equipped with mono rib tires, it is recommended that the tire spacing be set to match the tire spacing of the tractor to be used during the first cultivating pass. If the spacing is not the same, the tractor will be difficult to control and keep in the center of the rows. 110

116 4.13 Transporting 1. Make sure you are in compliance with all local regulations regarding transporting equipment on public roads and highways. 1. Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem and all the lights and reflectors that are required by the local highway and transport authorities are in place, are clean, and can be seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffic. 2. Do not allow anyone to ride on the Planter or tractor during transport. 3. Do not exceed 32 km/h (20 mph). Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces. 4. Do not transport with tank(s) loaded. When transporting the machine, review and follow these instructions 1. Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine. 2. Ensure that the machine is securely attached to the tractor and all retainer pins are installed. 3. Raise the machine and install the transport lock before transporting. 4. Clean the SMV emblem and all lights and reflectors before starting. 5. Be sure that all lights required by the local highway authorities are in place, clean and functioning so they can be seen by oncoming and overtaking traffic. 6. If transporting during times of limited visibility or dusk, install extra lights or use pilot vehicles. 7. Always use hazard flashers on the tractor when transporting unless prohibited by law. 8. Watch through the expanded metal grill on the hopper for overtaking traffic. Keep to the right and yield the right of way to allow faster traffic to pass. Drive on the road shoulder, if permitted by law. 9. Do not allow riders on the machine. 10. Do not transport when the machine is loaded. 11. Never exceed a safe travel speed. 12. Always shift to a lower gear when going down hills to use the engine as a retarding force. 13. Apply the brakes carefully to prevent jackknifing. 14. Never disengage tractor drive train and coast down hills. Always keep tractor in gear. 15. Never tow the machine faster than 20 mph (32 km/h). The ratio of the tractor weight to the planter weight plays an important role in defining acceptable travel speed. 111

117 4.14 STORAGE PLACING IN STORAGE At the end of the planting season, the machine should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage. Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent unnecessary down time at the beginning of the next season. Follow this procedure: 1. Thoroughly wash the machine using a pressure washer to remove all dirt, mud, debris, or residue. During the final rinse, add a good disinfectant to the pressure washer tank to disinfect the machine. NOTE DO NOT point high pressure directly on wire connections or encoders If planter is equipped with fertilizer attachment, wash with a solution of 10% Vinegar / 90% Water 2. If a disinfectant is not used, fungus and mildew will grow during the storage period and could contaminate next year's crop. 3. Inspect the following components: Soil Engaging Components: a. Check for worn or damaged planting shoes. Look for signs of wear on "opening frog" of shoe. If wear is detected, rebuild or replace planting shoe. b. Check closing discs for damaged or worn bearings. Replace disc or bearings as required. c. Check opening discs for damage or worn bearings (for machines with optional fertilizer attachment). Replace disc or bearings as required. Planting Components: a. Check all pick arms for bent or broken picks. Straighten or replace as required. b. Check pick arms for damaged or broken springs. Replace as required. c. Lubricate pick arm pivot. Use WD-40, LPS -2. or equivalent to spray pivot bushing area. Work pivot arm several times to get lubricant into the bushing and then spray again. d. Rotate all picker wheels and lubricate each pick arm bushing. e. Check Cam Bearing for damage. f. Check all pick arm cams for damage, wear, or misalignment. Repair as required. g. Lubricate over-running clutch at the front of each row unit. h. Inspect and lubricate the roller chain on row unit drive. Replace damaged or worn roller chain as required. i. Repack gauge wheels on each row unit. Replace bearings with damaged seals. j. Lubricate all grease points. (see Maintenance Section). 112

118 Electrical system: a. Check the wiring harness and all wiring for damaged or worn areas. Check for cracked or worn insulation. Replace any components that have come in contact with moving parts and route to prevent damage in the future. b. Check all seed bowl switches for proper operation. Repair or replace any damaged or malfunctioning switches or wiring harness. c. Check all hydraulic solenoids for loose or damaged wires. Repair or replace as required. 4. Make a list of all parts needed for repairs and order them immediately. Repairs can then be done when time permits to prevent unnecessary down time at the start of next season. 5. Lubricate all grease points to remove any water residue from the washing and prevent rusting during the storage period. Rotate all moving parts to distribute lubricant to all surfaces. 6. Coat each roller chain with a good quality chain lubricant to prevent rusting. Rotate the chain slowly by hand to cover all surfaces. 7. Apply a light coat of grease on the shafts where the sprockets slide on the transmission driving shaft and on the picker wheel over running clutch shaft. 8. Remove material that has become entangled in any drives. 9. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting. 10. Move the machine to its storage area. 11. Select an area that is dry, level, and free of debris. 12. Place planks or blocks under the hitch pole on the pull-type model. 13. Unhook the machine from the tractor (see page 100). 14. Place all wiring harness and hydraulic line components in a safe place on the hitch to prevent damage and keep clean during the storage period. 15. If the machine cannot be stored inside, cover with a waterproof tarpaulin and tie securely in place. 16. Store out of the way of human activity. 17. Do not allow children to play around stored unit. 113

119 REMOVING FROM STORAGE When removing from storage and preparing to use, follow this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Remove the tarpaulin from the machine if it was covered. 3. Attach the tractor to the machine (See Page 100). 4. Check: a. Tire pressure. Add as required. b. Re-torque all wheel bolts. c. Re-torque all hardware. d. Routing and securing of all hydraulic lines and wiring harness. Adjust as required. 5. Rotate all components and systems by hand to see that none are seized. Loosen any seized components with penetrating oil before starting. 6. Lubricate all grease points, roller chains, and shaft surfaces with sliding sprockets. 7. Review and follow all items on the Pre-Operation Checklist and Daily Inspection before starting. 114

120 5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5.1 SERVICE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 1. Follow all the operating, maintenance, and safety information in the manual. 2. Support the machine with blocks or safety stands when changing tires or working beneath it. 3. Stop tractor engine, lower machine to the ground, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging, or filling. 4. Make sure all guards are in place and properly secured when maintenance work is completed. 5. Never wear ill-fitting, baggy, or frayed clothing when working around or on any of the drive system components. 6. Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system, make sure all lines, fittings, and couplers are tight and in good condition. 7. Install safety rod and pin securely in position on hitch cylinder frame before working under frame. Make sure safety rod is unhooked before resuming operation. 8. Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before servicing or disconnecting from tractor. 9. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from moving or rotating parts. 10. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, when carrying out any maintenance and repairs or making any adjustments. 11. Wear appropriate protective gear when contacting chemical handling components on machine. 12. Grease Use an SAE multi-purpose high temperature grease for all applications Also acceptable is an SAE multi-purpose lithium based grease. 13. Roller Chain Lubricant Use WD-40, LPS-2, or equivalent to coat roller chains and bushings to prevent rusting or seizing. 14. Storing Lubricants Your machine can operate at top efficiency only if clean lubricants are used. Use clean containers to handle all lubricants. Store them in an area protected from dust, moisture, and other contaminants. 15. When pressure washing, do not directly spray the side (seal) of the bearing. This will damage the seal and reduce the life of the bearing GREASING Use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a record of all scheduled maintenance. 1. Use only a hand-held grease gun for all greasing. Air powered greasing systems can damage the seals on bearings and lead to early bearing failure. IMPORTANT Over-greasing can damage bearing seals. A damaged seal will lead to early bearing failure. Replace all bearings with damaged seals immediately. 2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit. 3. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately. 4. If a fitting will not take grease, remove and clean thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passageway. Replace fitting if necessary. 115

121 SEALED BEARINGS Sealed bearings are used at several locations on this machine. All sealed bearings are lubricated at the factory and the seals retain the grease inside the bearing and prevent dirt and other contaminants from getting inside. The life of the sealed is virtually limitless provided it is not damaged in any way. When sealed bearings are greased, the grease is introduced next to the outer face of the seal. When a hand held grease gun is used, the grease slips in next to the seal without damaging it. An air powered greasing system will inject the grease so fast that it is no uncommon for them to damage a seal. Once the seal is damaged, the factory installed grease comes out and the bearing runs dry. Seizing will then occur in a short time. Should you notice that a seal is damaged, replace the bearing immediately to prevent problems at a later time. SEALED BEARINGS Occasional greasing of sealed bearings is required to remove moisture and contaminants from the space next to the seals. It is not recommended that sealed bearings on the machine be greased any oftener than once every season after the machine is washed and then only give them one shot. More frequent lubrication runs the risk of damaging the seals and causing bearing failure. The exception to this rule is at the beginning and end of the season. At those times, each bearing should be given only one shot of grease to remove moisture or water next to the seal that can accumulate during washing or storage. ROLLER CHAINS Check all chains daily for tension. Lubricate chains every 20 hours of operation. Tighten chains so there is approximately 1/4 to 1/2" of slack on the side of the chain opposite the tightener or so that you can slide the chain back and forth with your fingers on one of the sprockets. DO NOT over tighten. Replace all shields after servicing chains. Action Code L = Lubricate R = Repack CL = Clean D = Disinfect Maintenance L Gauge Wheels L Walking Beam L Over-Running Clutch L Rear Wheel Pivots Hours Serviced By Annually L Roller Chains L Picker Wheel Drive Chain L Feeding System Drive Chain L Hydraulic Drive Roller Chain R Rear Wheel Bearings R Gauge Wheel Bearings R Picker Wheel Hubs CL & D Machine 116

122 5.1.3 SERVICE INTERVALS 117

123 SERVICE INTERVALS Grease Daily 2 Locations per row Grease Daily 8 Locations per row Repack Wheel Bearings Annually Grease Daily 2 Locations per row 118 Grease Daily 2 Locations per Walking Beam

124 SERVICE INTERVALS 119

125 5.2 MAINTENANCE PICKER WHEEL DRIVE SPROCKET Each picker wheel is driven by a sprocket that mates with a roller chain on the circumference of the wheel. To check and adjust the clearance, follow this procedure: a. Checking clearance Hold the picker wheel in a stationary position and turn the drive sprocket by hand. The teeth on the sprocket should move approximately 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) to have proper clearance. Less clearance or movement can introduce vibration into the picker wheel and cause the potatoes to fall off the picks. More clearance or movement can cause uneven plant spacing. b. Adjusting clearance Loosen the bearing mount bolts on the sprocket shaft. Move bearing and shaft to the required position. Tighten the bearing bolts to their specified torque. 120

126 5.2.2 PICKER WHEEL TO SEED BOWL CLEARANCE The machine is designed to have a tapered clearance between the seed bowl and the picker wheel. This clearance provides a self-cleaning action, eliminates contact damage, and reduces drag on the seed piece. To set or adjust this clearance, follow this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Raise the machine and place safety stands under the front frame. 3. Loosen the four bolts attaching the seed bowl to the row unit frame. 4. Move the bowl to the desired position. 5. The clearance at the bottom should be 1/8 to 3/16 inches (3 to 4.5 mm). 6. The clearance at the top front of the seed bowl should be 3/8 inch (9 mm). 7. Measure the clearance dimensions carefully before tightening mounting bolts. 8. Tighten mounting bolts to their specified torque levels. 9. Remove safety stands. Always support frame with safety stands before working under machine RETIMING PICKER WHEELS The picker wheels are designed to drop seed pieces into the planting shoe in an alternating sequence. To maintain proper seed spacing, the dimensions between the picking arms on the facing picking wheel must be equal. Should wear, mechanical damage or repairs change this dimension, retime the picker wheels by following this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Raise the machine and place safety stands under the front frame. 3. Measure the distance between the pick arms so that they are centered between the two arms on the opposite wheel. 4. If not equal: a. Loosen the bearing mounting bolts on one of the picker wheel shafts. b. Slide the picker wheel back until the driving sprocket clears the wheel. c. Rotate the picker wheel slightly. d. Measure the dimension between the picking arms. e. If the dimensions are equal, move the picker wheel back into position and secure in place. f. If the dimensions are not equal, rotate the picker wheel until they are equal. g. Tighten picker wheel shaft mounting bolts to their specified torque levels. 5. Remove safety stands 121

127 5.2.4 ROW UNIT SHEAR BOLTS The drive of each row unit is protected by shear bolts on the driving sprocket should the picker wheel jam. To replace shear bolts, follow this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set the park brake, and remove ignition key. 3. Carefully remove remaining shear bolt using a hammer and punch if necessary. Do not enlarge holes. 4. Install new shear bolts (2 required and tighten) HYDRAULICS Daily: 1. Check indicator on hydraulic filter. Replace element when indicator is in red zone. 2. Check hydraulic hoses for pinching, fraying, etc. Replace any damaged hoses. 3. Check for leaking fittings, couplers, or cylinders. Replace, repair as needed. 4. Check hydraulic control valve for any visible damage. Repair as necessary. IMPORTANT Whenever replacing hydraulic hoses and coupling or uncoupling hoses to tractor, be sure hoses are clean to prevent contamination ROLLER CHAIN TENSION The machine has several roller chains that are used to transmit power. To adjust the tension of these chains, follow this procedure: HYDRAULIC DRIVE CHAIN 1. The hydraulic drive chain tension is set by the idler sprocket. 2. Loosen the nut on the sprocket and slide or tap to the required position. Tighten until the long span is snug. 3. Tighten the nut on the idler sprocket. 122

128 5.2.8 PICKER WHEEL DRIVE CHAIN 1. The picker wheels on a row unit are driven by a single chain. 2. The chain tension is set with a spring loaded idler. 3. Normal spring tension will give 1/8 inch (3mm) spacing between the coils. 4. This will keep the chain on the long span snug. 5. Check the springs on other row units as required FEEDBOX ROLLER CHAIN DRIVE 1. Each feed chain is driven by a hydraulic motor through a roller chain. 2. Loosen the nut securing the idler sprocket. 3. Slide or tap the idler into its required position. 4. The chain on the long span should be snug. Do not overtighten. 5. Tighten the idler bolt to its specified torque. Machine is shown with guards removed for illustrative purposes only. Do not operate with guards removed 6. Repeat on the other row units as required FEED CHAIN TENSION The feed chain moves cuttings from the hopper into the seed bowls for planting. To adjust the tension, follow this procedure: 1. Loosen the chain idler bolts on both sides of the feed chain. 2. Adjust until there is approximately 1 inch (25 mm) of sag on the loose (bottom) side of the chain. 3. Tighten the chain idler bolts to their specified torque. 4. Adjust tension on the other feed chains as required. 123

129 Operation of Feedbox Motor Control Solenoid On Harriston planters, the feedbox providing seed to the planter bowl is controlled by an electric solenoid mounted on a hydraulic motor. Oil for the hydraulic motor flows from the return side of the planter pick wheel drive motor. Oil flow is regulated by a manual flow control. An electric switch in the feed bowl provides 12 V.D.C. to the solenoid for control of oil flow for each individual feedbox. When the seed bowl is being filled, the electric switch is closed, which sends current to the solenoid. The solenoid closes the by-pass line in the motor manifold, which directs oil to the hydraulic motor. Spring Elec. Solenoid (Power OFF) Spring Elec. Solenoid (Power ON) Valve Plunger By-pass open Valve Plunger By-pass closed Oil Flow Oil Flow Resistance keeps motor from turning Oil flow turns motor Fig. 1 Fig. 2 In Figure 1, electric current is off, the by-pass is open, which diverts hydraulic oil away from motor; therefore the motor does not run. In Figure 2, Electric current activates magnetic solenoid. The solenoid closes the by-pass and directs oil flow to the hydraulic motor (motor runs). All feedbox motors are connected in a hydraulic series, which means hydraulic oil flows from one motor to the next. Oil flow is the same regardless of how many motors are in the circuit. As the number of motors (rows) increase, oil pressure increases proportionally. Example: one motor requires 150 P.S.I., 4 motors require 600 P.S.I. Motors that are operating require pressure. Motors that are not operating (because solenoid has opened by-pass) will not increase pressure. Pressure will continuously vary, depending upon how many motors are operating at any given time. Because all motors are connected in a series, if one stalls because of a jammed feed chain, all motors will stall because oil flow will be blocked. 124

130 Feedbox Motor Testing If a piece of seed or foreign material jams one feedbox motor, oil flow will be stopped, therefore all motors will stop. To determine which motor is jammed, follow this procedure: 1. Turn feed chain switch OFF on switchbox in cab. 2. Disconnect power wires (white) from all feedbox solenoids. Leave ground wire connected. 3. Turn feedbox chain switch ON. White Wire 4. Starting at one end of the planter, disconnect one bowl switch wire (blue) and connect it to feedbox solenoid. If feedbox runs, it is NOT the jammed motor. Disconnect the power wire and move on to the next feedbox solenoid. 5. Repeat step 4 until you encounter a motor that DOES Blue NOT run when you connect the power wire. This is the Bowl Switch jammed motor. Oil will not flow through a jammed Power Wire motor. Refer to the diagrams below to visualize how the oil flow is directed by the solenoids. 6. Place all controls in NEUTRAL, stop engine, place tractor in PARK, remove key. 7. Remove the object that is causing the problem. Blue Ground Wire Bowl Switch 8. Repeat step 4 to check feedbox that was jammed. If it functions now, reconnect all other feedbox solenoids and continue planting. Power OFF Plunger UP Power OFF Plunger UP Power ON Plunger DOWN Power OFF Plunger UP By-pass open (Motor does not run) By-pass open (Oil allowed to by-pass jammed motor) By-pass closed (Motor runs) By-pass open (Motor does not run) Oil Flow Oil Flow Oil Flow Oil Flow Jammed Motor Oil flow Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 turns motor Fig. 4 In Figures 1-4 above, Figure 2 is jammed. Power is connected to solenoid on Figure 3, which makes motor run. Oil can flow past jammed motor in Figure 2. Every motor that is not jammed will run when power is present at solenoid. Power OFF Plunger UP Power ON Plunger DOWN Power OFF Plunger UP Power OFF Plunger UP By-pass closed (Jammed motor will not run, blocks oil flow to all motors) Jammed Motor Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 In Figures 5-8, Figure 6 is jammed. Power is connected to solenoid on Figure 6. Plunger is pushed down, attempting to force oil through the motor. Motor does not run. Because the motor is jammed, oil cannot flow through it. 125

131 Replacing Bowl Switch Pictured below is the wiring diagram for bowl switch. Always replace diode when replacing bowl switch. DIODE MUST BE INSTALLED AS SHOWN. PAY ATTENTION TO LOCATION OF GREY STRIPE. Black Com On NC Diode Grey Stripe White Rebuilding Shoes If you wish to build up worn planter shoes, the following figures show the approximate dimensions of new shoes. 126

132 Walking Beam Tracking/Adjustment The walking beams must be adjusted to make the planter track properly (pull straight) behind the tractor. The walking beams must be parallel to the tool bar under the tank. Follow this procedure to adjust walking beams: a. Seed / fertilizer tanks should be empty prior to adjusting walking beams (A). b. Position planter on smooth firm surface. c. The goal is for the measurement at (B) to be equal at both ends of each walking beam. d. Loosen (DO NOT REMOVE) 4 bolts (C) on walking beam frame. e. Using a method of tightening one adjusting bolt (D) and loosening the other one, adjust until measurement is the same at both ends of walking beam. f. Use a square as shown (E) or a tape measure if a square is not available. After adjusting, tighten bolts to recommended torque, move planter forward and recheck measurements. C D C A E B B B C D C Ground 127

133 Servicing Pulse Width Modulating (PWM) Valve If an oil leak develops in a PWM valve, there are O-Rings that can be replaced. Tolerances on the valve are very close. Any contamination, no matter how small, may cause the valve to malfunction. Follow these steps closely to disassemble/clean the valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT IN FIELD 1. Place all controls in NEUTRAL, stop engine, place tractor in PARK, remove key. 2. Clean area near valve. Wipe/use compressed air. 3. Remove valve from planter. Plug all hose connections or wrap tape over connections to prevent contamination. 4. Find a clean area to disassemble. Place the valve in a vise or clamp with the solenoid (A) in a horizontal position. 5. Lay out a clean cloth to place parts on. 6. Remove Top Cap nut (B), Secondary Cap (C), O-Rings (D), and electric solenoid from solenoid valve stem. 7. Using a 1-1/8" wrench, loosen solenoid valve stem (E). 8. Place solenoid valve stem on clean cloth. 9. Using compressed air, blow through valve body cavity. Clean all disassembled parts with compressed air. It is not recommended the parts be cleaned with solvent. This could make the parts dry & difficult to reassemble. 10. Replace damaged O-Rings. 11. Valve reassembly: Using clean hydraulic oil, lubricate valve body cavity and piston spool. CAREFULLY thread spool into valve body. 12. Tighten Valve Stem with 1-1/8 wrench. 13. CAREFULLY re-install electric solenoid, O-rings, secondary cap, and top cap. 14. Re-install valve on planter, making sure no contamination enters system. 128

134 Servicing Pulse Width Modulating (PWM) Valve - Continued B O-Rings C D M2X15 15 mm ID 2mm Dia. M2.5X mm ID 2.5mm Dia. A D M2.5X mm ID 2.5mm Dia. E O-Rings " ID.097" Dia /16" ID 11/16" OD 1/16" Dia /2" ID 5/8" OD 1/16" Dia. 129

135 PICK WHEEL SPEED BASED ON GROUND SPEED & SEED SPACING 18 RPM Optimum (Range 14-20) Seed Spacing Speed

136 6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Optional equipment is available from your dealer or the factory. It can be part of the machine at the time of purchase or installed in the field. Optional equipment includes: 6.1 Row Markers Row markers are used by the operator to define the required spacing when making the next pass. 1. They are mounted on the outside frame behind the frame stand. 2. Be sure the mounting bolts are tightened to their specified torque. 3. Route the hydraulic hoses along the frame and secure with clips or plastic ties to prevent damage. 4. Connect the hoses to the sequencing valve that comes with the package. It allows the markers to operate with only one hydraulic circuit. 6.2 Hill Rollers are mounted behind closing discs to help form and compact the rows. The roller floats behind the discs and is suspended on an adjustable chain. The use of hill rollers improves germination in loose dry soil conditions. 131

137 6.3 Deer Tong Ripper Shank This ripper shank is used to break up the tractor tire track. It mounts on the front of the planter frame directly behind the tractor tire. 6.4 Trash Shank In soil with heavy trash conditions, a toolbar mounted 1 flex coil shank can be used in front of each row unit. They are attached with an adjustable bracket. 6.5 Rear Ripper This S-Tine is used to break up the tire track or break up the ground between all the rows. 132

138 6.6 Pesticide Applicator The package consists of a 90 lb (40 kg) box for one or two rows (must be specified at the time of purchase), mounting frame, and drive system. Mounting may differ depending on planter options installed; platforms, dry fertilizer, etc. 1. Install the mounting frame to the planter frame so the boxes are positioned above the parallel linkage arms. 2. Tighten mounting bolts to their specified torque. 3. Install the drive system on the left side of the machine. A sprocket is installed on the shaft and a roller chain transmits the power to the common metering shaft. (see applicator instructions). 4. Install the applicator boxes on the frame. 5. Install the metering shaft between each box. 6. Install the material tubes to the bottom of the boxes. 7. Tighten all mounts and fasteners. 8. Install all shields. 133

139 7 TROUBLE SHOOTING If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after having read through this trouble shooting section, please call your local dealer or the factory. Before you call, please have this Operator's Manual and the serial number from your planter ready. 7.1 Operating the planter with a failed Radar. If your radar fails, you can set the Ground Speed to Manual Input (see page 83) & manually set the speed for the control system. You may then run the planter, but you will need to travel at the manually programmed speed to plant with any degree of accuracy. Use the best means available to you to determine your ground speed. 134

140 7.2 Testing PWM valves/wires. If you have 2 or more channels setup on the planter & they all fail, the chances of the problem being caused by an individual PWM valve is slim, because the fertilizer channel will still run if the planter (seed) channel fails. Check for proper oil flow or wiring harness damage. Channel 1(seed) and the feedbox motors are plumbed hydraulically in series, so if the channel 1 valve fails, it will not allow oil to flow through to the feedbox motors & neither Channel 1 or the feedboxes will operate. Therefore, if the seed channel & the feedboxes fail, you have a problem with channel 1 (seed) PWM valve or valve wire. If channel 2 (fertilizer) fails, there is a problem with the channel 2 valve or wire. If a channel stops, stop the planter, put hydraulic system in neutral, turn tractor off, & inspect all planter systems for an obstruction in the metering systems. If no obvious problems are found, follow these steps to test individual PWM valves and lead wires. Insert Test leads here 1. Turn power on to the console (leave the planter off). 2. Use a voltage meter to check the voltage between the two lines on the wire connector leading to the valve. There should be 11.6 to 12.6 volts. If this voltage cannot be maintained, check wiring harness for breaks or a loose connection. 3. If a reading of 12 volts is found, continue on with step From the main workscreen on the console, press the Ground Speed Setup softkey. 5. Set the Ground Speed input to manual & the Manual ground Speed to 4.0 (refer to page 83 for more information on Ground Speed setup). 6. From the main workscreen on the console, turn off any channels that are functioning properly. 7. Remove the Top Cap on the faulty channel PWM valve (A) 8. Have an assistant turn the planter on. WARNING STAY CLEAR OF THE PICK WHEELS TO AVOID ENTANGLEMENT. All necessary precautions must be taken to ensure user safety. Failure to practice all necessary caution may result in serious injury or death. A B Ground Speed Setup softkey 9. With a flat blade screwdriver, turn the manual adjusting screw (B) in (clockwise) a maximum of 4-1/4 turns or until you reach a dead stop. 10. If the channel runs, you have a faulty valve. Replace valve or follow instructions in section 7.3 on next page to operate the planter manually. If it does not run, shut the planter off & disconnect the drive motor (remove shear bolts on channel 1 or chains on channels 2-4). 11. Try running the planter again. If motor runs, stop the planter, put hydraulic system in neutral, turn tractor off, & inspect all planter systems again for an obstruction in the metering systems. 12. Re-configure your Ground Speed to digital freq. 13. Turn on channels that were previously turned off. 135

141 7.3 Operating the planter if a PWM Valve fails. If a PWM valve fails, the ideal solution is to replace the valve. If a new valve is not readily available, the valve can be set up to run manually. Doing this allows hydraulic oil to flow through the valve at a rate determined by manually adjusting the valve Manual Override screw. Follow these steps to set up a PWM valve to operate in manual mode. NOTE: You will not have any control over a channel that is operating in manual mode (PWM Valve disabled). You will need to watch your console & adjust your speed accordingly to achieve a desired rate. 1. Place all controls in NEUTRAL, place tractor in PARK. 2. Clean area near valve. Wipe/use compressed air. 3. You will need to display RPM on the Work Screen on the IntelliAg console to set the PWM valve correctly. If your console is not set up to display Control RPM Scan, follow instructions on page Set the Ground Speed input to manual & the Manual ground Speed to 4.0 (refer to page 83 for more information on Ground Speed setup). 5. From the main workscreen on the console, turn off any channels that are functioning properly. 6. For channels 1, 2 or 3 set up the faulty channel to operate in Manual W/Feedback (see page 58 for information on setting up channels). 7. Remove the Top Cap on the faulty channel PWM valve (A) 8. With all bystanders away from the planter and the tractor in PARK, have an assistant start the planter. WARNING Ground Speed Setup softkey 0.0 CH2 RPM STAY CLEAR OF THE PICK WHEELS TO AVOID ENTANGLEMENT. All necessary precautions must be taken to ensure user safety. Failure to practice all necessary caution may result in serious injury or death. 9. Read the RPM s of the channel for the PWM valve you are working with. The RPM Scan feature on the console scans all the channels, so you have to watch for the RPM for the correct channel. 10. For channel 1(seed), adjust the Manual Adjust Screw (B) until you obtain as close to 18 RPM (pick wheel RPM) as possible. 11. For channel 2 (fertilizer) or 3 (chemical), set the Manual Ground Speed to match the speed you intend to travel while planting. Turn the Manual Adjust Screw (B) and have your assistant watch the application rate on the console. Stop adjusting when you have obtained the proper RPM to dispense the desired rate. Continued on next page A B 136

142 12. You must drive the tractor at the same speed at which you calibrated the valve to be accurate. The monitor will continue to show the rates even if the PWM Valve is not functioning. Vary the speed of the tractor slightly to get as close to your target rate as possible on the channel with the faulty valve. All other channels will continue to operate in Auto Mode. 13. Re-configure your Ground Speed to digital freq. 14. Turn on channels that were previously turned off. NOTE: When you operate the planter with a PWM valve disconnected, you will have to shut the hydraulic system off to stop planting because the oil will flow through the PWM valve continuously at the manually adjusted rate. 7.4 Testing Encoders/wires. Perform the following steps to test an encoder. 1. Unplug the wire connector leading to the encoder to be checked. 2. With the planter & the hydraulic system off, turn power on to the console. 3. Using a voltage tester, touch test leads to the RED & BLACK wires on the wire connector. There should be 11.6 to 12.6 volts. If this voltage cannot be maintained, check wiring harness for breaks or a loose connection. 4. If a reading of 12 volts is found, inspect the lead wires going across the planter. If no damage is found, replace the encoder. 7.5 Operating the planter if an Encoder fails. If an Encoder fails, the ideal solution is to replace it. If a new encoder is not readily available, and you absolutely need to continue planting, the control channel can be set up to run manually without the encoder. It is not recommended to operate a fertilizer channel or chemical channel without an encoder as it is too difficult to obtain an accurate enough rate. Follow the steps below to operate the planter with a failed encoder on channel 1 (seed). NOTE: You will not have any control or be able to monitor what rate you are planting on a channel that is operating in manual mode (encoder & PWM valve disabled). You will need to run at the speed that will dispense the desired rate. Use the planting rate charts supplied with this book to determine the proper speed to travel. 1. Place all controls in NEUTRAL, place tractor in PARK. 2. Set the Ground Speed input to manual & the Manual Ground Speed to the speed that you will be planting at (refer to page 83 for more information on Ground Speed setup). 3. From the main workscreen on the console, turn off any channels that are functioning properly. 4. Set up the faulty channel (channel 1) to operate in Manual W/O Feedback (see page 58 for information on setting up channels). 5. Remove the Top Cap on the faulty channel PWM valve (A) A B Continued on next page 137

143 6. With all bystanders away from the planter and the tractor in PARK, have an assistant start the planter. 7. Adjust the Manual Adjust Screw (B) until you obtain as close to 18 RPM (pick wheel RPM) as possible. You will have to use one of the following methods to determine the RPM: A. Use a non contact tachometer to adjust the PWM valve until the picker wheels are turning 18 RPM. B. Use a contact type tachometer to obtain 60 RPM on the main drive shaft for the pick wheels. C. Mark one pick arm on a pick wheel, then run the planter for one minute while counting the revolutions of the pick wheel. 8. Re-configure your Ground Speed to digital freq. 9. Turn on channels that were previously turned off. 10. Follow the seed spacing chart to drive at the proper speed to match your desired seed spacing. 138

144 7.1 MACHINE TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION All hydraulic feeds do not run NOTE: this will not indicate an electrical problem NOTE: Hydraulic feed is equipped with a one way check valve to prevent system from running in reverse One hydraulic drive does not run, all others O.K. Hydraulic lever on tractor in neutral position. Hydraulic hose not connected. Operator is attempting to operate hydraulic drive in reverse. One way check valve malfunctioning Malfunctioning hydraulic coupler. Malfunctioning tractor hydraulic coupler Hydraulic flow control set too low or shut off. Potato seed piece has wedged electric control switch in closed position. Malfunctioning control switch. Object wedged in feed chain Malfunctioning hydraulic motor Place hydraulic lever in work position. Plug hose into tractor Run hydraulic drive in proper direction. Replace check valve. (Valve is located behind hydraulic coupler on inlet line). Check coupler for foreign object, replace if necessary Plug couplers into another valve if available, check with tractor dealer. Increase hydraulic flow Remove wedged potato seed piece. Note: If this is a common problem, readjust electric switch UP on mounting plate. If unit doesn't run while in ON position, replace switch Remove wedged object Replace hydraulic motor One hydraulic drive runs continuously, all others normal Broken drive chain Repair or replace chain Malfunctioning solenoid valve on Replace solenoid hydraulic motor (No power at switch). Broken or Plug wire back in. Repair broken unplugged wire between junction wire. Correct problem that broke box and row unit switch wire. (Power at switch). Bad switch Replace switch (see page 126) (Power at switch, no power at solenoid). Broken wire between junction box and solenoid. Seed piece wedged between switch plate and seed bowl. Repair broken wire, correct problem that broke wire. Remove seed pieces. Adjust switch plate UP if problem continues. 139

145 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION All hydraulic drives will not run NOTE: When checking for electrical problems, it is suggested that a continuity tester and test light be used. Planter has too many misses, empty picks Seed drops OFF picks before reaching release point. (Early drop). Main wire harness broken, unplugged Fuse blown. Defective ON-OFF switch Bent or broken picks. Picks in wrong position for seed size. Planting speed too slow. Seed cutter improperly adjusted. Picks in wrong position. 140 Repair broken wire. Plug wire back in. Replace fuse, check for reason fuse blew. Replace switch in switchbox Replace picks Find reason for damaged picks; rocks in seed, etc. Change pick position (see page 103) Increase planting speed. Readjust seed cutter Change pick position (see page 103) Planting speed too slow. Increase planting speed Pick wheel to drive sprocket clearance too tight Readjust drive sprocket clearance (see page 120) Planter picking too many doubles Picks in wrong position. Change pick position (see page 103) Seed cut too small. Readjust seed cutter. Too much seed in seed bowl Reduce amount of seed in seed bowl. (see page 106) Planter wheel carrying seed around that is not on picks. Planting speed too fast. Slow down planting speed Feed chain constantly over-fills seed bowl. One or more pick arms not opening One or more pick arms not closing Too much seed in seed bowls Feed chain running too fast Missing cam roller Broken arm, misadjusted cam Broken pick arm spring Damaged pick arm Foreign object wedged behind pick arm. Too much debris in field Reduce amount of seed in seed bowl. (See page 106) Slow down feed chain (see page 105) Replace cam roller Replace, readjust cam Replace spring Replace pick arm Clean out pick arm Soil plugging between gauge Rework field if possible. wheels and planter shoe. Uneven planting depth Front of planter frame too low. Lift planter hitch slightly Field condition too soft. Rework field to improve seedbed. One row unit not planting all others normal Poor seed placement. Number of seed pieces is correct but placement is unacceptable. Seed piece depth uneven, seed is at different depths in hill Broken shear bolts Excess speed. Worn planter shoe Closing discs are set too deep (distributing seed furrow). Closing discs set too close together or at too much of an angle (filling in seed furrow before seed drops). Front of planter frame is too low. Replace shear bolts (see page 122) Slow down. Rebuild or replace shoe. Set closing discs to a shallower position. Readjust closing discs. Raise front of planter slightly.

146 7.2 DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM ALARM CODES ALARM ALARM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION # 1 Software Task Stack Overflow Alarm 1. Internal system software error. 1. Cycle system power OFF/ON. If condition persists, contact DICKEY-john Technical Support ( ) or DICKEY-john Europe ( ). 2 Software System Stack Overflow Alarm 1. Internal system software error. 1. Cycle system power OFF/ON. If condition persists, contact DICKEY-john Technical Support ( ) or DICKEY-john 3 VT Out of Memory THE ECU MEMORY REQUIREMENTS ARE GREATER THAN THE VIRTUAL TERMINAL (CONSOLE) CAN HANDLE. 200 Master Switch Timeout Alarm 201 Master Switch Assignment Alarm 1. Master Switch ON at power up. 2. Master Switch is ON after leaving a setup screen. 3. Shorted or damaged tractor harness. 4. Defective Master Switch. 1.External Master Switch is not assigned to the Auxiliary Input. 202 Ground Speed Failure ONLY ACTIVE IN PLANTER MONITOR MODE. SEEDS ARE DETECTED WHEN THERE IS NO GROUND SPEED. 1. Incorrect speed source setting or calibration. 2. Defective speed sensor or harness. 3. Defective module or virtual terminal. 203 Continuous Test Failure Alarm Revolution Test Failure Alarm 205 Control Channel Failure Alarm CONTROL CONDITIONS EXCEED THE DISK RPM LIMITS. 1. Test Speed setting is set too high or too low. 2. Disk Hi and/or Disk Low settings are incorrect. CONTROL CONDITIONS EXCEED THE DISK RPM LIMITS. 1. Test Speed setting is set too high or too low. 2. Disk Hi and/or Disk Low settings are incorrect. 1. Defective control valve. 2. Defective feedback sensor. 3. Defective module harness or module harness fuse. 4. Defective module. 141 Europe ( ). 1. Remove any unnecessary ECU s 2. Contact DICKEY-john Technical Support ( ) or DICKEY-john Europe ( ) for updated hardware. 1. Move Master Switch to the OFF position. 2. Move Master Switch to the OFF position. 3. Check for damage on the tractor harness at the Master Switch connector. 4. Inspect Master Switch for damage or replace. 1. Assign Master Switch to the Virtual Terminal. Refer to AUXILIARY INPUT/FUNCTION ASSIGNMENT on page Verify correct speed source setting and speed calibration on the Ground Speed Calibration screen (see page 37). 2. Inspect speed sensor/harness for damage or replace speed sensor. 3. Replace module or console. 1. Enter an appropriate Test Ground Speed (see page 77). 2. Verify or enter appropriate Disk Hi and/or Disk Low values. 1. Enter an appropriate Test Speed (see page 79). 2. Verify or enter appropriate Disk Hi and/or Disk Low values. 1. Inspect control valve for damage or replace. 2. Inspect feedback sensor for damage or replace. 3. Inspect module harness for damage. Replace harness fuse. 4. Inspect module for damage or replace.

147 DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM ALARM CODES ALARM ALARM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION # 206 Control Channel Unable to Control Alarm 1. Incorrect control channel settings. 207 Control Channel Unstable Alarm 208 Control Channel Saturation Exceeded Alarm 209 Control Channel High Limit Exceeded Alarm 210 Control Channel Low Limit Exceeded Alarm 2. Incorrect feedback sensor installation. 3. Defective feedback sensor. 1. Incorrect control channel settings. 2. Incorrect feedback sensor installation. 3. Defective feedback sensor. 1. Excessive speed. 2. Incorrect control channel settings. 3. Desired rate too high for implement. CONTROL RATE LIMITED BY HIGH LIMIT. UNDER APPLICATION IS OCCURRING. NOTE: System will not run faster than High Limit Value. CONTROL RATE LIMITED BY LOW LIMIT. OVER APPLICATION IS OCCURRING Verify correct setup constants on the Channel Configuration screen. Perform a VALVE CALIBRATION (see page 74). 2. Verify correct installation of the feedback sensor. 3. Inspect feedback sensor for damage or replace. 1. Verify correct setup constants on the Channel Configuration screen (see page 58). Perform a VALVE CALIBRATION (see page 74). 2. Verify correct installation of the feedback sensor. 3. Inspect feedback sensor for damage or replace. 1. Reduce speed. 2. Verify correct setup constants on the Channel Configuration screen. Perform a VALVE CALIBRATION and a SPREADER CONSTANT CALIBRATION (see page 74 or72). 3. Reduce Target Rate. 1. Check and/or reduce speed. 2. Verify Control Channel setup. (see page 58). 3. Perform new VALVE CALIBRATION (see page 74). 4. Check and/or reduce target rate. 5. Inspect feedback sensor for damage. 6. Inspect control valve for damage. 7. Inspect harness/module for damage. 1. Increase speed. 2. Verify Control Channel setup. (see page 58). 3. Perform new VALVE CALIBRATION (see page 74). 4. Increase target rate. 211 All Rows Failure 1. Seed meter drive malfunction. 1. Check seeding drive(s). Alarm 212 Row Failure Alarm SEED RATE HAS FALLEN BELOW THE ROW FAIL RATE SETTING ON THE SEED MONITOR SETUP SCREEN. 1. Seed meter malfunction. 2. Dirty or defective seed sensor. 213 High Population Limit Exceeded Alarm 3. Defective module harness or module. SEED RATE HAS EXCEEDED THE HIGH ALARM SETTING ON THE SEED MONITOR SETUP SCREEN. 1. Seed meter malfunction or incorrect setup. 2. Dirty or defective seed sensor. 3. Defective module. 1. Verify proper planter operation. 2. Inspect seed sensor for dirt or damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Inspect harness and module for damage. Replace if necessary. 1. Verify proper planter operation/setup. 2. Inspect seed sensor for dirt or damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Inspect module for damage. Replace if necessary.

148 DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM ALARM CODES ALARM ALARM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION # 214 Low Population Limit Exceeded Alarm SEED RATE HAS DROPPED BELOW THE LOW ALARM SETTING ON THE SEED MONITOR SETUP SCREEN. 1. Seed meter malfunction or incorrect setup. 2. Defective seed sensor. 215 High Pressure Limit Exceeded Alarm 216 Low Pressure Limit Exceeded Alarm 217 Member module Detection Alarm 3. Defective module harness or module. 4. Running out of seed. SENSED PRESSURE EXCEEDS THE HIGH ALARM SETTING ON THE PRESSURE SETUP SCREEN. 1. Implement malfunction or incorrect setup. 2. Defective pressure sensor. 3. Defective module harness or module. SENSED PRESSURE BELOW THE LOW ALARM SETTING ON THE PRESSURE SETUP SCREEN. 1. Implement malfunction or incorrect setup. 2. Defective pressure sensor. 3. Defective module harness or module. NUMBER OF MEMBER MODULES DOES NOT MATCH THE SYSTEM CONFIGURATION. 1. Too few modules connected to system. 2. Too many modules connected to system. 3. Defective CAN/module harness. 4. Blown module harness fuse. 5. Defective module. 6. New module has been added to system. 1. Verify proper planter operation/setup. 2. Inspect seed sensor for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Inspect module and/or module harness for damage. Replace if necessary. 4. Fill with seed. 1. Verify proper implement operation/setup. 2. Inspect pressure sensor for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Inspect module and/or module harness for damage. Replace if necessary. 1. Verify proper implement operation/setup. 2. Inspect pressure sensor for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Inspect module and/or module harness for damage. Replace if necessary. 1. Verify correct module configuration setup on the Module Configuration screen (see page 49). 2. Verify correct module configuration setup on the Module Configuration screen (see page 49). 3. Identify missing module in the Module Configuration list (see page 49). Inspect CAN/module harness of the missing module for damage. Repair or replace harness. 4. Inspect module harness fuse of the identified module. Replace if necessary. 5. Identify missing module in the Module Configuration list (see page 49). Inspect missing module for damage or replace. 6. Verify correct module configuration setup on the Module Configuration screen (see page 49). 143

149 DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM ALARM CODES ALARM ALARM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION # 218 Pressure Sensor Detection Alarm NUMBER OF PRESSURE SENSORS CONNECTED DOES NOT AGREE WITH THE NUMBER OF SENSORS CONFIGURED ON THE PRESSURE SENSOR CONFIGURATION SCREEN. 1. Defective pressure sensor. 219 Row Sensor Detection Alarm 220 Row Sensors Installed Incorrectly Alarm 221 Control Channel Invalid State Alarm 222 Control Channel Setup Height Error Alarm 2. Defective module or damaged module harness. 3. Additional pressure sensor detected. NUMBER OF SEED SENSORS CONNECTED DOES NOT AGREE WITH THE NUMBER OF SENSORS CONFIGURED ON THE SEED SENSOR CONFIGURATION SCREEN. 1. Defective seed sensor. 2. Damaged planter harness. 3. Defective module or damaged module harness. 4. Additional seed sensor detected. ROWS ARE NOT DETECTED SEQUENTIALLY ON A MODULE. 1. Incorrect seed row connections. 2. Defective seed sensor. 3. Damaged planter harness. 4. Defective module or damaged module harness. 1. Inspect pressure sensor for damage or replace. 2. Inspect module and/or module harness for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Verify correct # HOPP setting for each module. 1. Inspect seed sensor for damage or replace. 2. Inspect planter harness for damage. Repair or replace. 3. Inspect module and/or module harness for damage. Replace if necessary. 4. Verify correct # ROWS setting for each module. 1. Verify seed sensors are connected sequentially on all modules as instructed in installation. 2. Inspect seed sensor for damage or replace. 3. Inspect planter harness for damage. Repair or replace. 4. Inspect module and/or module harness for damage. Replace if necessary. 1. Internal system software error. 1. Cycle system power OFF/ON. If condition persists, contact DICKEY-john Technical Support ( ) or DICKEY-john Europe ( ). 1. Implement hydraulic system malfunction. 2. Defective control valve. 3. Incorrect feedback sensor installation. 4. Defective feedback sensor. 5. Limit Max Output set too low. 1. Verify implement hydraulic system operation. 2. Inspect control valve for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Verify correct installation of the feedback sensor. 4. Inspect feedback sensor for damage or replace. 5. Set Limit Max Output to a higher PWM% on the Valve Configuration Screen (see page 74). Perform a new valve calibration. 144

150 DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM ALARM CODES ALARM ALARM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION # 223 Control Channel Max Feedback Unreachable Alarm 1. Limit Max Output set too low. 2. Incorrect feedback sensor installation. 3. Defective feedback sensor. 1. Set Limit Max Output to a higher level on the Valve Calibration Screen (see page 74). Perform a new valve calibration. 2. Verify correct installation of the feedback sensor. 3. Inspect feedback sensor for damage or replace. 224 No Control Channel Gain Steps Calculated Alarm 226 RPM Sensor High Limit Exceeded Alarm 227 RPM Sensor Low Limit Exceeded Alarm 230 Pressure Sensors Installed Incorrectly 232 RPM Sensor Low Limit Exceeded with Control Channel Shutdown Alarm 1. Implement hydraulic system malfunction. 2. Defective control valve. 3. Incorrect feedback sensor installation. 4. Defective feedback sensor. SENSED RPM EXCEEDS THE HIGH ALARM SETTING ON THE RPM SETUP SCREEN. 1. Implement malfunction or incorrect setup. 2. Defective RPM sensor. 3. Defective module. SENSED RPM BELOW THE LOW ALARM SETTING ON THE RPM SETUP SCREEN. 1. Implement malfunction or incorrect setup. 2. Defective RPM sensor. 3. Defective module harness or module. PRESSURE SENSORS ARE NOT INSTALLED SEQUENTIALLY ON A MODULE. 1. Incorrect pressure sensor connections. 2. Defective pressure sensor. 3. Defective module or damaged module harness. RPM HAS DROPPED BELOW THE DISABLE CONTROL ON LOW ALARM SETTING ON THE SHAFT/FAN SETUP SCREEN. 1. Defective RPM sensor. 2. Damaged module harness. 3. Defective module. 4. Low RPM 1. Verify implement hydraulic system operation. 2. Inspect control valve for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Verify correct installation of the feedback sensor. 4. Inspect feedback sensor for damage or replace. 1. Verify proper implement operation/setup. 2. Inspect RPM sensor for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Inspect module for damage. Replace if necessary. 1. Verify proper implement operation/setup. 2. Inspect RPM sensor for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Inspect module and/or module harness for damage. Replace if necessary. 1. Verify pressure sensors are connected sequentially on all modules as instructed in installation. 2. Inspect pressure sensor for damage or replace. 3. Inspect module and/or module harness for damage. Replace if necessary. 1. Inspect RPM sensor for damage. Replace if necessary. 2. Inspect module harness for damage. Repair or replace. 3. Inspect module for damage. Replace if necessary. 4. Increase RPM. 145

151 DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM ALARM CODES ALARM ALARM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION # 233 Control Channel Activation Alarm CHANNEL DELAY OR PRECHARGE IS ENABLED. DURING THIS, THE CONTROL WILL RUN WITHOUT GROUND SPEED OR WITHOUT THE IMPLEMENT DOWN 234 Control Channel Precharge Activation Timeout Alarm 235 New Member Module Detected Alarm 236 Intermittent Member Module Detected Alarm 237 Product Level Low Alarm 240 Seeding Detected on a Control Off Row Alarm 241 Control Not Active with Implement Lowered and Forward Speed 246 Master Switch Softkey Press Alarm Volt Power Supply Failure Alarm 603 Member Module Communication Failed Alarm CONTROL CHANNEL PRECHARGE TIME HAS EXPIRED WHILE THE SYSTEM IS STATIONARY. CONTROL CHANNEL HAS STOPPED. 1. Ground speed is zero. 2. Ground speed is less than Precharge Speed. 1. New member module has been found. 1. A member module that had previously failed communication has come online. 1. Calculated product level has dropped below alarm level. 1. Control Channel turned off and seed continue to be detected. 1. Control will not operate while on a setup screen. Warning of action associated with keypress. 8V SUPPLY VOLTAGE IS BELOW 7.2V OR HIGHER THAN 16V. 1. Damaged planter or module harness. 2. Defective seed or hopper sensor. 3. Defective module. COMMUNICATION WITH AN ACTIVE MODULE HAS FAILED. 1. Damaged CAN or module harness. 2. Blown module harness fuse. 3. Defective module. 1. Acknowledge alarm to activate control channels. 2. Acknowledge alarm and disable Delay or Precharge to stop control. 1. Acknowledge alarm and increase ground speed. 1. Assign sensors to the new module at the Module Configuration Setup screen (see page 49). 1. Inspect harness connections to this module. 1. Fill product bin. 1. Check seed dispensing unit for proper shut off. 1. Navigate to the Work Screen to activate the control. 2. Raise implement and stop forward speed to clear alarm. 1. Press Control Start key to activate control. 1. Inspect planter harness or module harness for damage. Repair or replace harness. 2. Inspect seed or hopper sensors connected to the identified module for damage. Replace sensors if necessary. 3. Replace identified module. 1. Identify missing module in the Module Configuration list (see page 49). Inspect CAN/module harness of the missing module for damage. Repair or replace harness. 2. Inspect module harness fuse, replace if necessary. 3. Identify missing module in the Module Configuration list. Inspect missing module for damage or replace. 146

152 DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM ALARM CODES ALARM ALARM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION # 604 ECU Voltage Out of Range Alarm ECU VOLTAGE IS BELOW 11V OR HIGHER THAN 16V. 1. Damaged CAN or module harness. 605 Solenoid Voltage Out of Range Alarm 606 Ground Offset Voltage Out of Range Alarm 2. Defective module. SOLENOID VOLTAGE IS BELOW 11V OR HIGHER THAN 16V. 1. Damaged CAN or module harness. 2. Blown module harness fuse. 3. Defective module. 1. Damaged/shorted Actuator Harness. 2. Defective PWM valve driver or Servo valve driver. 3. Defective module. 1. Inspect CAN/module harness of the identified module for damage. Repair or replace harness. 2. Inspect identified module for damage or replace. 1. Inspect CAN/module harness of the identified module for damage. Repair or replace harness. 2. Inspect module harness fuse, replace if necessary. 3. Inspect identified module for damage or replace. 1. Inspect Actuator Harness for damage around the PWM and Servo valve connections. Repair or replace harness. 2. Inspect PWM or Servo valve drivers for damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Inspect identified module for damage. Replace if necessary. 147

153 7.6 DICKEY-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Console will not turn on Console not connected to 12V. Console must be connected to 12V. Console must be connected directly to battery. Do not connect to convenience outlet in tractor. Console comes on momentarily, no display Console turns on, no response from Increase/Decrease Switch Console works in Manual, not in Auto Broken wire. Poor or corroded connection Blown fuse Orange wire on tractor harness not connected to ignition Poor battery connections Weak tractor battery No hydraulic flow Main cable or valve wire disconnected Console not properly programmed Console wires not connected to battery. Master Switch and/or Channel off No Test Speed in program Check all connections. Repair broken wire. Clean connection. Always coat electrical connections with dielectric grease Replace corroded wire. Find cause of blown fuse. Replace fuse. Connect wire to switched 12V. power. Clean / repair connections as needed. Console must have 12 V. D.C. Charge or replace battery as needed. Be sure tractor hydraulics are on. Check for hydraulic flow. Hoses must be plugged into tractor correctly (check-valve is on inlet hose). Check all wire connections. Check all program numbers. See page 49 Console must be connected directly to battery. Do not connect to convenience outlet in tractor. Turn Master Switch & appropriate Channel on. See programming section 83 for help programming a Test Speed 148

154 Dickey-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Radar disconnected Connect radar cable Planter will run with console in manual mode, will run with test speed, but will not run when tractor is moving. Planter runs properly in test speed, does not respond to forward movement Dickey-john console speed does not read the same as tractor speed, seed spacing does not match rate chart Planter runs correctly in manual - starts, stops, or does not hold constant speed in Auto Console does not maintain constant speed in field System does not respond to increase in field speed console shows Off Rate when field speed increases Planter does not stop completely when tractor stops, does not correlate with ground speed when slowing down Radar not properly mounted Radar disconnected Defective radar Defective interface cable (when using tractor radar) Incorrect Ground Speed Calibration number Encoder shaft coupling loose Defective encoder Defective PWM Valve Poor connection on radar cable Radar incorrectly mounted Defective or incorrect radar interface cable from tractor radar Defective radar Tractor oil flow set too low Tractor oil flow set too high PWM Valve defective Radar must have clear view. See page 29 Check radar cable. Replace radar. Repair or replace interface cable. See programming section (page 37) for help calibrating Ground Speed Calibration value. Tighten encoder shaft coupling. Replace encoder Replace valve Check/clean connection on radar cable. See radar mounting instructions on page 29. Contact Harriston Industries for correct interface cable. Replace radar. Increase tractor oil flow approx. 10%. Reduce oil flow from tractor in approx. 10% increments until problem is corrected. Oil flow should be set at a Max. of 10 G.P.M. Replace PWM Valve. Planter creeps when stopped. Tractor hydraulic flow set too high Reduce hydraulic flow from tractor. Defective hydraulic valve Replace hydraulic valve. 149

155 Dickey-john IntelliAg CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Planter creeps when Master Switch is off (Tractor standing still) Planter delays on startup Planter drive does not work or works incorrectly after rain or period of non-use Planter will not stay at target rate when speed increases Tractor oil flow set too high Defective PWM Valve Seed channel has Delay Time programmed Loose or corroded wire connections Moisture has entered damaged wiring cable Reduce tractor oil flow by approx. 10% See section on servicing PWM Valve (page 128) or replace defective valve See page 59 Disconnect and clean all connections with electrical contact cleaner. Coat all connections with dielectric grease. Reconnect & tighten all connections Locate damaged cable, repair or replace as required. Coat all connections with dielectric grease. Hydraulic oil flow too low Increase Hydraulic oil flow in 10% increments until planter stays at target rate at desired planting speed. Do not set higher than 10 G.P.M Alarm sounds One or more rows not planting Correct planting problem Check seed level Check feed chain Check row unit drive Monitor eye(s) dirty Clean eye(s) Harriston Service Department Dickey-john Technical Support

156 8 SHIPPING AND ASSEMBLY If the machine is shipped by truck, certain components are removed to bring the unit to the legal transport width. Although the machine is heavy, it is not difficult to handle by following this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders. 2. Spread the forks on the forklift as wide as possible to match the frame clearance points. 3. Drive the forklift to the machine and slide the forks under the frame but away from moving parts. Do not lift on any of the row units or drives. 4. Attach a couple of chains or slings between the frame and mast to prevent tipping. 5. Lift slightly to tighten the chains. 6. If using a crane or hoist, attach chains to frame at 3 or 4 locations to prevent tipping. 7. Lift slightly to tighten the chain. 8. Loosen and release all machine tie-downs. 9. Slowly raise the machine to lift it slightly above the truck bed. 10. Be sure the unit is balanced before moving. 11. Raise the machine until the truck bed is cleared. 12. Back slowly always and carefully move to the assembly area. Carry close to the ground when moving to minimize the tendency to tip. 1. Keep bystanders away. 2. Use a forklift, crane, or hoist with adequate lift capacity and stability to handle the machine. 3. Securely chain the frame to the lifting device before moving. 4. Use 2 men when handling the machine. 13. Lower the machine to the ground at the assembly site but do not unhook until the rear wheels are mounted. ASSEMBLY 1. Open the crate and cartons containing the attaching components and mounting hardware. 2. Determine the machine row spacing required. 3. Mark the center of the frame and measure toward each end to establish the positions for the rear wheels. 4. Install the rear wheels and tighten the U-bolts to their specified torque. 5. Be sure the frame stands are pinned in their supporting position. 6. Lower the machine to the ground and remove chains or slings. 7. Tighten all U-bolts to their specified torque. 8. Install the rear platform and ladder and tighten mounting bolts to their specified torque. 9. Install optional equipment as required. The Harriston potato planter uses ground wheels or hydraulic drive to transmit power to a series of picks that select and meter seed for planting. It is a simple and reliable system that requires minimal maintenance. 151

157 9 SPECIFICATIONS 9.1 BOLT TORQUE CHECKING BOLT TORQUE The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt. ENGLISH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Bolt Diameter SAE 2 Bolt Torque SAE 5 SAE 8 A N.m. (lb-ft) N.m. (lb-ft) N.m. (lb-ft) 1/4 8 (6) 12 (9) 17 (12) 5/16 13 (10) 25 (19) 36 (27) 3/8 27 (20) 45 (33) 63 (45) 7/16 41 (30) 72 (53) 100 (75) 1/2 61 (45) 110 (80) 155 (115) 9/16 95 (70) 155 (115) 220 (165) 5/8 128 (95) 215 (160) 305 (220) 3/4 225 (165) 390 (290) 540 (400) 7/8 230 (170) 570 (420) 880 (650) (225) 850 (630) 1320 (970) A SAE 2 SAE 5 SAE 8 Torque figures indicated above are valid for non-greased or non-oiled threads and heads unless otherwise specified. Therefore, do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless otherwise specified in this manual. When using locking elements, increase torque values by 5%. * Torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings. 9.2 HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE TIGHTENING FLARE TYPE TUBE FITTINGS * 1. Check flare and flare seat for defects that might cause leakage. 2. Align tube with fitting before tightening. 3. Lubricate connection and hand tighten swivel nut until snug. 4. To prevent twisting the tube(s), use two wrenches. Place one wrench on the connector body and with the second tighten the swivel nut to the torque shown. * The torque values shown are based on lubricated connections as in reassembly. Tube Size OD Nut Size Across Flats Torque Value* Recommended Turns to tighten (After finger tight) (Inch) (Inch) (N.m.) (lb-ft) (Flats) (Turns) 3/16 7/ /6 1/4 9/ /6 5/16 5/ /6 3/8 11/ /6 1/2 7/ /6 5/ /6 3/4 1-1/ /4 1/8 7/8 1-3/ /4 1/8 152

158 9.3 MECHANICAL Height Without Hopper Ext. With Hopper Ext. 7 8 (2.3m) 8 8 (2.6m) 4 Row 6 Row 8 Row 7 8 (2.3m) 8 8 (2.6m) 7 8 (2.3m) 8 8 (2.6m) Width 16 8 (5.0m) 21 8 (6.6m) 36 Rows 25 4 (7.8m) 40 Rows 28 0 (8.5m) Length Pull Type Front to Rear In Field Position Weight Empty (Estimated) 7,600 lbs. (3455 kg) 18 0 (5.5m) 18 0 (5.5m) 19 2 (5.8m) 11,900 lbs. (5409 kg) 15,600 lbs. (7090 kg) Seed Capacity (without ext.) 70 cwt. 112 cwt. 150 cwt. Recommended Tractor H.P. (Minimum) Tires (Drive) 9.5 x psi (172 kpa) Tires (Gauge Wheel) 5.70 x 4.00 x x 4.00 x 8 50 psi (345 kpa) Seed Spacing Hydraulic Optional or Ground Drive Planting Capacity Planting Speed Up to 7 acres/hour (2.8 ha/hour) 9.5 x psi (172 kpa) 5.70 x 4.00 x x 4.00 x 8 50 psi (345 kpa) Hydraulic Optional or Ground Drive Up to 12 acres/hour (4.8 ha/hour) N/A 5.70 x 4.00 x x 4.00 x 8 50 psi (345 kpa) Hydraulic Optional or Ground Drive Up to 16 acres/hour (6.4 ha/hour) 4 to 6.5 mph (6 to 11 km/h) recommended speed SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 153

159 10 INDEX F Field Operation I IntelliAg Console Rev Test Auxiliary Input/Function Assignment Channel 1 (Seed) Setup Channel 2 (Fertilizer) Setup Channel 3 (Granular Chemical) Setup Clearing Accumulators Continuous Test Control Channel Setup Control Channel Valve Calibration Data Entry Display/Volume Setup Editing Text String Charactors Fill Disk Ground Speed Calibration Ground Speed Setup Language Master Switch Assignment Material & Channel Setup Material 1 (Seed) Setup Material 2 (Granular Fertilizer) Setup Material 3 (Granular Chemical) Setup Material Settings Material Setup Material Summary Screen Module Configuration Navigation Operate Mode Power Seed Monitor Setup Setup Setup/Configuration Mode Spreader Constant Calibration System Configuration System Modes Time/Date Setup Units/Decimal Setup Work Screen Configuration IntelliAg System Alarms Flush Enable Implement Lift Switch Operation PreCharge Feature Row Indicators System Info & Diagnostics Updating Software Introduction... 4 M Maintenance Feed Chain Tension Feedbox Motor Solenoid Feedbox Motor Testing Feedbox Roller Chain Drive Hydraulic Drive Chain Hydraulics Picker Wheel Drive Chain Picker Wheel Drive Sprocket Picker Wheel to Seed Bowl Clearance PWM Valve Service Re-Build Shoes Replace Bowl Switch Re-Timing Picker Wheels Roller Chain Tension Row Unit Shear Bolt Seed Bowl Volume Walking Beam Tracking O Operation Attaching Tractor Daily Inspection Dickey-john IntelliAg Hydraulic Control System Equipment Matching Machine Settings Operating Hints Placing in Storage Pre-Operation Checklist Pre-Start and Break-In Principle Components Rate Calibration Removing From Storage Storage To The New Operator or Owner Transporting Optional Equipment Deer Tong Ripper Shank Hill Rollers Pesticide Applicator Rear Ripper Row Markers Trash Shank P Pick Wheel RPM vs. Ground Speed

160 S Safety... 5 Assembly Safety Chemical Safety... 8 General Safety... 6 Hydraulic Safety... 9 Maintenance Safety... 7 Operating Safety... 7 Safety Decals Sign-Off Form Storage Safety Tire Safety Transport Safety... 9 Safety Decal Locations Service Fluids and Lubricants Greasing Service Intervals Service And Maintenance Settings Closing Disc Adjustments Feedbox Chain Speed Gauge Wheels Pick Placement Picker Wheel Cam Picker Wheel/Seed Bowl Clearance Planter Shoe Depth Rear Shipping And Assembly Specifications Bolt Torque Hydraulic Fitting Torque Mechanical T Table of Contents... 1 Trouble Shooting IntelliAg Alarm Codes IntelliAg Control System Running Planter when an Encoder fails Running Planter when PWM Valve fails Running Planter when Radar fails Testing Encoders/wires Testing PWM valves/wires W Wiring Schematic Feedbox Switchbox IntelliAg System with one Feedbox switch IntelliAg system with paired Feedbox switches

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162 Box 378, Minto, ND (800) (701) Fax: (701) PRINTED IN USA ISSUE DATE: February 2007 PART NUMBER: 93010