Croplands GEX Series, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...COMMENCING operation ENSURE you read understand this manual its contents and any additional information supplied MODELS MB02 boom MBX Series booms MAX Series booms GEX Series booms MC6 firebreak boom...

Page 2: ...years We supply sprayers to farmers contractors growers and others involved in growing crops controlling pests and diseases Use the contact details listed on the back page to contact our staff during...

Page 3: ...Safety information 6 4 Product identification and specification 8 5 Boom assembly and installation 18 6 Precautions and instructions during 29 installation and use 7 Liquid plumbing and nozzles 39 8...

Page 4: ...by the new owner NOTE To convey useful operating information CAUTION To highlight potential injury or machinery damage WARNING To stress potential dangers and the importance of personal safety DANGER...

Page 5: ...idth to 12 metres width and includes the GEX series Hydraulic folding booms Croplands Optima spray booms are commonly fitted to our Linkage AgriPak sprayers trailed 12 volt sprayers Traymount sprayers...

Page 6: ...aler Croplands Customer service or the Croplands Web Site to obtain a copy This product should not be operated before first reading and understanding the full safety manual Be especially vigilant of t...

Page 7: ...anufacturers labels before use 6 Always observe all warnings on chemical products 7 Regularly check all nuts and bolts are tight 8 Always wear rubber gloves and wash sprayer down before doing any repa...

Page 8: ...er including boom please use the serial number attached to the sprayer when requesting service information Boom Models i MB02 MBX03 MBX04 MBX06 ii MAX08 MAX10 MAX12L and Leveling device iii GEX6H GEX8...

Page 9: ...low drift nozzles fitted Adjustable tension spring breakaway for each boom arm to ensure the arm returns to position Folds neatly behind the sprayer or vehicle typically used on small 3 point linkage...

Page 10: ...date all MBX and MAX booms now use forked hose fittings Models MAX08 8 metre galvanised boom 16 non drip nozzles at 500mm spacings 2 07 metres folded width 1 8 metres folded height Dry Weight 82kg MAX...

Page 11: ...ms for folding hydraulically plumbed to fold together 1 metre of each end is manually unfolded to make the boom 8 metres 2 06 metres folded width 1 55 metres folded height Dry Weight 93kg GEX10H 10 me...

Page 12: ...ree Boom Model MSO MSO Treeliner boom with breakaway and 2 nozzles with manual tap shut off MSO boom is galvanised with extendable outer section which can be lifted up for transport secured with the c...

Page 13: ...Vertiboom Models MVB4 4 and MVB5 5 4 and 5 nozzles per side Vertiboom can be fitted using a motorised pump AR30 5H for supplying adequate pressure flow to the nozzles Typically used for Horticultural...

Page 14: ...for lifting over fences at the headland or irrigation sprinklers Ideal boom for row cropping pasture spraying vegetables or undulating farm country The MHL boom will is supplied with a separate manua...

Page 15: ...For more information please visit www croplands com au for instructions and more details If fitted to your sprayer a separate parts list will be supplied Hydraulic Accumulator suspension device Avail...

Page 16: ...sure correct fitting operation For more information please visit www croplands com au for instructions and more details If fitted to your sprayer a separate parts list will be supplied Hydraulic fold...

Page 17: ...nozzles to use for specific applications Alternatively you can purchase a copy of the Nufarm Spraywise Application Handbook available from Croplands and their dealers throughout New Zealand and Austra...

Page 18: ...tion of the brackets supplied will be the responsibility of the purchaser 5 Connect the hoses to the boom tubes for the number of sections required 6 Check all worm drive clips for tightness if applic...

Page 19: ...the centre section to your sprayer using the bolts brackets supplied Bolt the left right outer wings to the centre section The MBX boom will look like this fully assembled Product update all MBX and...

Page 20: ...boom hose connections are fully sealed and then tested using water to check for any leaks Also check the nozzle bodies and caps for leaks before using the boom for spraying 5 Ensure all hinge points...

Page 21: ...e is used to support the boom 4 Once mounted ensure all boom hose connections are fully sealed and then tested using water to check for any leaks Also check the nozzle bodies and caps for leaks before...

Page 22: ...or spraying NOTE Whilst all precautions are taken in assembly and testing it is possible that debris will remain in boom lines This debris will collect in the nozzle filters see picture on page 18 and...

Page 23: ...NOTE Whilst all precautions are taken in assembly and testing it is possible that debris will remain in boom lines This debris will collect in the nozzle filters see picture on page 18 and should be c...

Page 24: ...nozzle filters see picture on page 18 and should be cleaned after your first testing of the boom using water WARNING Only use water when testing the boom for leaks NOTE Standard clamps and brackets ar...

Page 25: ...y leaks Also check the nozzle bodies and caps for leaks before using the boom for spraying 4 Attach the inlet spray hose to you spray pump and check your pressure and operation NOTE Whilst all precaut...

Page 26: ...taken in assembly and testing it is possible that debris will remain in boom lines This debris will collect in the nozzle filters see picture on page 18 and should be cleaned after your first testing...

Page 27: ...ump has suitable pressure flow to achieve atomization of the droplets See the section Use of the Vertiboom for more information WARNING Only use water when testing the boom for leaks NOTE The standard...

Page 28: ...to check for any leaks Also check the nozzle bodies and caps for leaks before using the boom for spraying 7 Ensure all hydraulic connections are thoroughly checked and tightened before using the hydr...

Page 29: ...not carried out correctly One person will not be able to lift hold and tighten the boom brackets and bolts for the models mentioned 2 There are pinch points on the folding MBX booms MSCL MSC and MSO...

Page 30: ...is covered on Section 3 please ensure these rulers are followed for safe spraying practice 5 Always ensure there is no residual pressure remaining in the spray lines before undoing or checking hoses n...

Page 31: ...he self leveler is a simple device using two hanging points to allow the boom to swing off these points and therefore keeping the boom level Fig 1 Shows the self lever with the adjustable struts in pl...

Page 32: ...e time you purchased your boom and or Croplands sprayer For operation of the hydraulic fold function 1 Ensure your tractor has the right number of hydraulic remotes for the number of fold and or lift...

Page 33: ...ding the boom closed are first removed these may have been used to keep the boom closed for shipping 5 Start the tractor and use the hydraulic controls of your tractor to unfold the boom ENSURE your w...

Page 34: ...wn the hydraulic oil flow Not all tractors will have this adjustment however most modern tractors do If your tractor does not it may be the lever used for the hydraulic remote function may have to be...

Page 35: ...o it can spray under the tree canopy successfully The MSO under tree boom has a breakaway as part of the design to avoid breaking the boom should the boom come in contact with a tree trunk or post Als...

Page 36: ...reens where higher rates of spray application are needed It will be shipped partially unassembled your Croplands dealer or service agent will put this together for you It is designed to have a spray d...

Page 37: ...t to your sprayer or vehicle b Hook up a suitable spray hose from your spray control unit usually a pressure relief valve pressure adjust controller so that you can use a tap taps to turn the spray on...

Page 38: ...ident to fit the kit up yourself it is not difficult Please ensure you follow these basic steps a Mount the kit using suitable clamps or u bolts to attach it to your sprayer b Hook up a suitable high...

Page 39: ...or safe application Croplands is committed to supplying good quality nozzles for a perfect spray job If the nozzles supplied standard with you boom are not the right size for your application your Cro...

Page 40: ...agronomist should be consulted Part of the calibration process is to determine the flow required to meet the required target spray rate and this information can be used to determine what speed of trav...

Page 41: ...is fitted to your boom Clean and grease regularly On the GEX boom check the hydraulic fittings and hose periodically for signs of wear or corrosion 2 For the MSCL MSCL 2 MC6 Firebreak and MSO under tr...

Page 42: ...e Boomless nozzle kit Inspect regularly for wear rubbing hoses and any leaks Replace any leaking nozzle bodies or fittings immediately to avoid issues with leaking chemicals Check your nozzles for wea...

Page 43: ...oes not build up Check any hose to boom tube connections for leaking Tighten if required Check main boom mounts and tighten if necessary Visually inspect hydraulic rams on hydraulic fold booms for lea...

Page 44: ...e mail sales croplands com au website www croplands com au NEW ZEALAND Croplands Equipment Ltd PO Box 2004 Stortford Lodge Hastings 4120 Location 1422 Omahu Road Hastings 4120 New Zealand Freecall 080...