Hardi LX-HB Series, Instruction Book

Page 1: ...ation diagram 4 Connecting the sprayer 5 Operating instructions 7 Operation of the MB boom 7 Operation of the HB boom 8 Operation of trapeze 9 Adjustment of the operating unit 10 Drain valve operation 11 Maintenance 12 Lubrication 12 Re adjustment of the boom 18 Changing of valves and diaphragms 20 Changing of ball seat in operating unit 22 Off season storage 23 Operational problems 24 Technical s...

Page 2: ...he design of the diaphragm pump is simple with easily accessible diaphragms and valves that ensures liquid does not come in contact with the vital parts of the pump The tank made of impact proof and chemical resistant polyethylene has a purposeful design with no sharp edges for easy cleaning and efficient agitation A suction filter is located at the top of the tank This facilitates filter inspecti...

Page 3: ...ns and shocks when driving on uneven ground This ensures longer boom life and improves boom stability for an optimal spray pattern Height adjustment of the boom is hydraulic The boom is fitted with spring loaded breakaways at the pivots Identification plate An identification plate fitted on the frame indicates model year of production and serial number and country of origin ...

Page 4: ...tion filter 2 Pump 3 Pressure agitator valve 4 Safety valve 5 On off valve 6 Pressure filter with pressure gauge 7 Distribution valve with pressure equalization MB boom 3 sections HB boom 4 sections 8 HARDI MATIC 9 Sprayer boom ...

Page 5: ...ed WARNING Note the weight of the sprayer See section on Technical specifications Generally it is recommended to 1 Add ballast to front of tractor 2 Increase tyre pressure see tractor instruction book 3 Travel at slower speeds when driving with a full tank The tractor will have decreased braking efficiency 4 Be careful when filling lifting the sprayer the first time When connecting the sprayer to ...

Page 6: ... 2 litres and a minimum pressure of 100 bar WARNING INITIAL RAISING AND LOWERING SHOULD BE DONE CAU TIOUSLY THERE MAY BE A LITTLE AIR IN THE SYSTEM AND THIS MAY CAUSE ERRATIC MOVEMENTS THERE FORE TAKE CARE THAT NO PERSONS OR OBJECTS ARE HURT OR DAMAGED IN THE PROCESS OF TESTING Rear lights if fitted Connect plug for rear lights to the tractors 7 poled socket and check that rear lights stop lights ...

Page 7: ...nitial force to release the spring loaded breakaways will be higher than the actual unfolding folding CAUTION The breakaways must be correctly tensioned and lubri cated see section on Re adjust ment of the boom When unfolding outer sections ensure the outer boom locks click into place Reverse procedure to fold A MB ...

Page 8: ... the intermediate and central parts Unfold outer section Fold arm down to tighten wire For 16 and 18 metre unfold breakaway ensuring the locks click into place CAUTION The breakaways must be correctly tensioned and lubri cated see section on Re adjustment of the boom To fold the order is A B C D E F Remember to reattach safety wire at transport bracket around boom HB ...

Page 9: ...ion for example before folding the boom or when spraying on sloping terrain For HB boom Under normal conditions the trapeze is always active When spraying on flat fields use pos 2 On sloping terrain the boom can be slanted pos 1 or 3 and still maintain an active trapeze MB Pulsation damper if fitted The air pressure in the pulsation damper is preset at the factory to 2 bar This covers spray workin...

Page 10: ...l hand levers 3 on the distribution valve to spraying position A 4 Turn the HARDI MATIC valve 6 anti clockwise to its extreme position 5 Turn the safety valve 1 clockwise to maximum pressure 6 Put the tractor in neutral and set the engine revolutions and thereby the number of revolutions of the pump corresponding to the intended travelling speed Remember the number of revolutions on the P T O must...

Page 11: ...ing the control unit while driving To close the entire boom turn the handle 2 to position B This takes the pressure off the pump The liquid will then return to the tank via the return system The diaphragm anti drip valves ensure instantaneous closing of all nozzles In order to close part of the boom move lever 3 of the distribution valve to position B off position for the section or sections to be...

Page 12: ... blocked suction filter will result in pump cavitation The main filter protecting sprayer components is the suction filter at the top of the tank Check it regularly Ensure the O ring on filter housing is in good condition and lubricated The operating unit has an in built pressure filter See section on Drain valve operation Lubrication Recommended lubrication is shown in following tables Use ball b...

Page 13: ...13 5 Position on sprayer Oil Grease Operation hours Page to find more information Winter protection or off season storage 12 11 10 9 3 1 2 8 ...

Page 14: ...1 X 40 1 X 40 2 A X 12 B X 40 3 X 20 14 20 6 10 11 22 ...

Page 15: ...15 4 X 40 5 X 40 6 X 40 7 X 40 MB MB MB MB 19 9 18 18 ...

Page 16: ...16 8 X 40 9 A X 40 B X 40 10 A X 40 B X 40 A A A A B B B B B HB HB 19 9 19 HB A A A B B ...

Page 17: ...17 11 X 40 12 A X 40 B X 40 HB HB 19 18 B A A ...

Page 18: ...e an object or the ground If it is overtight it will not function If it is too loose it will yawn forward and back movement under spraying Lubricate coupling before adjusting spring tension Slacken screw nut A to decrease breakaway resist ance Do not overtighten better to loose than overtight Again minor adjustments in the field may be necessary For MB boom Ensure also channel bolts B are tight Ou...

Page 19: ... trapeze to function it must not be overtight If it is too loose the boom will yawn This results in a poor spray distribu tion Adjustment is made after having lubricated all pivot and friction points see section on Lubrication Adjust trapeze bolts H so it is not to tight nor to loose Minor adjustment in the field may be necessary Wire tension HB boom only Slack wires result in excessive boom yawn ...

Page 20: ...with red flap 2A is to be placed in the valve opening shown It is recommended to use new gaskets 3 when changing or checking the valves Diaphragms Remove the diaphragm cover 4 after having dismantled the valve compartment as indicated above The diaphragm 5 may then be changed If fluids have reached the crankcase re grease the pump thoroughly Check also the drain hole at the bottom of the pump is n...

Page 21: ...21 Model 1302 Model 361 ...

Page 22: ...e valve away from the distribution valves Check the ball for sharp edges and scratches and check the ball seat for cracks and wear replace if necesary Nozzle tubes and fittings Poor seals are usually caused by missing O rings or gaskets damaged or incorrectly seated O rings dry or deformed O rings or gaskets foreign bodies Therefore in case of leaks DO NOT overtighten Disassemble check condition a...

Page 23: ...le of the spraying job Therefore check all the hoses and change if there is any doubt about the durability Paint Some chemicals are very hard on paints It is therefore well advised to remove rust if any and then touch up the paint Tank Check that no chemical residues are left from the last spraying Chemi cal residues must not be left in the tank for a long time It will reduce the life of the tank ...

Page 24: ...uction side of the pump will reduce the pump capacity or stop the suction completely A clogged suction filter will hinder or prevent suction so that the pump does not operate satisfactorily Clogged up pressure filters will result in increasing pressure at the pressure gauge but lower pressure at the nozzles Foreign bodies stuck in the pump valves with the result that these cannot close tightly aga...

Page 25: ...ction tube and fittings Check tightness of pump diaphragm and valve covers Fill suction hose with water for initial prime Clean filters Check yellow suction pipe is not obstructed or placed too near the tank bottom Agitation nozzles not fitted Too little distance between yellow suction pipe and tank bottom Check for obstructions and wear Check for dirt at inlet of gauge Clean all filters Fill with...

Page 26: ...Turn agitation off Reduce pump r min Ensure returns inside tank are present Use foam damping addative Replace See Changing of valves and diaghragms Pressure filters beginging to clog Agitation nozzles clogged Air is being sucked into system Excessive liquid agitation Damaged diaphragm Pressure increasing Formation of foam Liquid leaks from bottom of pump ...

Page 27: ... and weights Tank Spraying Pump Measure Weight size width model a x b x c l m cm kg 12 1302 245 x 248 x 215 655 12 361 245 x 248 x 215 679 800 15 1302 330 x 248 x 215 663 15 361 330 x 248 x 215 671 16 361 330 x 248 x 215 683 18 361 330 x 248 x 215 707 12 1302 245 x 248 x 215 693 12 361 245 x 248 x 215 717 1000 15 1302 330 x 248 x 215 701 15 361 330 x 248 x 215 709 16 361 330 x 248 x 215 721 18 361...

Page 28: ... kW 0 63 0 90 84 1 19 103 1 51 114 1 61 125 1 80 5 58 0 94 79 1 29 96 1 61 105 1 75 116 1 93 10 56 1 30 76 1 80 94 2 30 101 2 48 111 2 72 15 55 1 80 74 2 22 93 2 92 99 3 18 109 3 54 Rotation per min r min Capacity l min Suction height 0 0 m Power consumption kW Max pressure 15bar Weight 35 0 kg r min 300 400 500 540 600 bar l min kW l min kW l min kW l min kW l min kW 0 56 0 91 72 1 28 93 1 52 99 ...

Page 29: ...Pressure filter 3 50 blue Nozzle 4110 16 4 50 blue Nozzle 4110 20 Description Function Connection Warning Operating Service adjustment Liquid flow Pressure Cleaning Lubrication Winter storage Operational problems Technical specifications Specific boom type 2 3 4 1 Pictorial symbols MB ...

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