Hardi mercury, Operator'S Manual

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Page 3: ...rcury Operator s Manual HARDI reserves the right to make changes in design material or specification without notice thereof HARDI and other product names are registered trademarks of HARDI Inc in the U S and in other countries ...

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Page 5: ...m 23 Diaphragm pumps 23 Manifold Valve and Pressure Valve 24 Pressure Manifold Valve 24 Pressure Regulator Valve 24 Hyd controlled section valves 25 Axial blower units 26 Optional deflectors 26 V L Deflector 26 JET Deflector 26 Channel kit 26 Safety grills 27 Angling of the fan blades 28 Air outlet width adjustment 30 Gearbox oil change 31 Air flow and power consumption charts UNIT SF45 32 UNIT SF...

Page 6: ...re using your equipment You will find many helpful hints as well as important safety and operation information Some of the features on your HARDI MERCURY sprayer were suggested by growers There is no substitute for on farm experience and we invite your comments and suggestions Please address your correspondence to the Service Manager at one of these branches HARDI MIDWEST 1500 West 76th St Davenpo...

Page 7: ... unit Tank lids Powder mixer Description The trailed HARDI MERCURY sprayers are divided into two different zones Working zone with ease of use in mind all the elements for regulating the fluid circuit are located at the front of the machine Application zone with operator safety in mind all the parts that come into contact with chemical products have been located at the rear of the machine Zone Con...

Page 8: ... use Axial blower The blower is designed with thick aluminium fan blades shaped like the wings of a plane A cen trifugal clutch allows for smooth engagement and disengagement Different volume rates 38 000 or 50 000 cfm 65 000 or 85 000 m3 hr Filters Suction filter traps impurities present in the liquid protecting the sprayer s components Includes an automatic shut off valve that enables cleaning o...

Page 9: ... it will always be easy to clean the sprayer and keep the enamel shiny for many years This treatment should be carried out every time the protective film is washed off Use of the sprayer The HARDI MERCURY sprayer is designed for the application of chemical crop protection prod ucts and liquid fertilizers The equipment can only be used for this purpose Using the sprayer for any other purpose is not...

Page 10: ...y result in possible over or under appli cation of spray solution which may drastically affect crop production and lead to personal injury 2 Before starting the engine on the tractor unit be sure all operating controls are in the off or neutral position including but not limited to the P T O shaft and or spray controls Be sure the tractor power train is disengaged 3 Operate spray and boom function...

Page 11: ...e of children coming in contact with this residue 5 Decontaminate equipment used in mixing trans ferring and applying chemicals after use Follow the instructions on the chemical label for the correct procedure required Wash spray residue from out side of the sprayer to prevent corrosion 6 Extreme care should be taken in measuring spray products Powders should be used in suitable sized packages or ...

Page 12: ...t to help you to achieve the best results The safety and efficiency of this machine depend entirely on the care it receives The first important step is to read carefully and pay attention to this instruction book which contains essential in formation on the efficient use and servicing of this high quality product Safety Instructions Mistblowing technique ...

Page 13: ...d should be locked into Position 1 with the two pins see photo The height of the machine can be adjusted by turning handle A When the sprayer is attached to the tractor the wheel jackstand should be locked into Position 2 with two pins This position is designed to fit snugly to the frame and avoid vibrating noises pro duced by the wheel Position 2 Sprayer attached Holding posn Position 1 Sprayer u...

Page 14: ...requires a P T O shaft with CV joint on the sprayer side The length of the drawbar is adjust able see Adjusting the drawbar length page 13 There are two types of drawbars available for the HARDI MERCURY sprayer the swivel drawbar and the turnable hitch drawbar Swivel drawbar standard The swivel drawbar is attached close to the body of the tractor Before connecting the P T O shaft make sure that th...

Page 15: ...NE ALIGNMENT WHEN ENGINE IS STOPPED When attaching the shaft make sure that the snap lock is FULLY ENGAGED push and pull shaft until it locks WARNING ROTATING TRANSMISSION SHAFTS WITHOUT PROTECTION GUARDS ARE FATAL Always keep protection guards and chains intact and make sure that the guards cover all rotating parts including CV joints at each end of the shaft Do not use without protection guard D...

Page 16: ...2 Stop the engine and remove ignition key 3 If P T O shaft must be shortened the shaft is pulled apart Fit the two shaft parts at tractor and sprayer pump and measure how much it is necessary to shorten the shaft Mark the protection guards Note The shaft must always have a minimum overlap of 1 3 the length 4 The two parts are shortened equally Use a saw and file the profiles afterwards to remove bur...

Page 17: ...h 40 km h when fully loaded Connecting the sprayer WHEELS Tires Rims Model Standard Optional Mercury 600 12 5L x15 14Lx16 1 12 ply Axle types HARDI MERCURY sprayers are equipped with a fixed axle Two different tread widths are pos sible by reversing the rims on the hubs Standard 53 between tire centers Rims on with valve stem facing out Reverse 48 between tire centers Rims on with valve stem facin...

Page 18: ...etc Suspension kit is added to the housing Anchored to the frame by three bolts ACTIVE SUSPENSION PASSIVE SUSPENSION The suspension is ACTIVE when the machine is load free and it gets lower as the tank is filled When the tank of the sprayer reaches half full the suspension is PASSIVE as the machine will only tilt if there is a very pronounced unevenness in the terrain NOTE Use of the suspension wi...

Page 19: ...NES ENSURE ALL CONNECTIONS ARE TIGHT BEFORE APPLYING PRESSURE SEARCH FOR LEAKS WITH A PIECE OF CARDBOARD NOT YOUR HANDS ALWAYS SHUT TRACTOR OFF WHEN CONNECTING SERVICING OR AD JUSTING ANY HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS Make sure that the hydraulic couplers are clean before connecting to the tractor s remote outlets IMPORTANT Due to the variation in tractor hydraulic systems and capacities care should be exe...

Page 20: ... being very careful not to damage the O ring of the filter lid This would allow air to enter during suction and cause rattling of hoses and continual pressure variations To help prevent this it is advisable to lubricate the o ring with vegetable oil before closing the lid Finally replace the yellow valve handle and lock into position to allow flow through the filter Setting up Suction filter Warni...

Page 21: ...earbox it will only be possible to choose between neutral and the fast speed NOTE If you encounter any difficulty when changing the gear on the fan it is because the gear teeth are touching those on the large tooth wheel and preventing them from falling into place In this case the fan should be made to rotate again then stopped and a new attempt made Pressure filters The Mercury sprayers are equip...

Page 22: ...ing hose inside the tank Keep it out of the tank at all times and only point it towards the inside If the hose were inside the tank and the pressure from the water supply point dropped the chemical products could be siphoned from the tank to the water supply contaminating the water therein A To empty the tank with the drain valve pull the red handle located on the upper left hand side The valve is...

Page 23: ... nozzle holders are fitted with a non drip valve which prevents loss of remaining product in the tubes after the sections have been closed 1 A Clean water tank The clean water tank has a capacity of 4 gallons 15 liters and is situated at the front of the machine It is used for washing gloves or hands that have been in contact with the chemical product The valve for releasing the water is attached ...

Page 24: ...laced in the following way 1 With the help of a spanner undo the nut on the inside of the agitator 2 Undo the restrictor screwed into the stainless steel tube 3 Put teflon on the new restrictor and screw it in 4 Replace this assembly in the agitator A 5 mm Setting up Powder mixer The sole function of the Powder mixer is to rinse the filter basket on the main tank s filling device when adding powde...

Page 25: ...5 Pressure regulator 6 Manifold pressure gauge mercury 600 HC 2 7 Safety valve 8 Agitation 9 Powder mixer 10 Hydraulic remote section valves 11 Pressure filters 12 Blower nozzles Diaphragm pumps The HARDI diaphragm pumps are low pressure pumps of rugged construction They are lubricated with grease through the grease nipples that are located on the crankshaft The 363 7 HD diaphragm pump has six dia...

Page 26: ...lean any product residues from the filter basket Turn the valve straight up or down to turn both features off Note When pressure agitation is not selected there is still return slow agitation to the tank Graphic symbol descriptions Pressure Regulator Valve The pressure regulator valve is centrally located for easy calibration and allows for simple change of application rates The 4 pressure gauge l...

Page 27: ...cting hydraulic outlet on the tractor The nozzles for each section are turned On by pushing the hydraulic lever for that section in one direction and turned Off by pushing the hydraulic lever for that section in the opposite direction The hydraulic lever can be returned to the neutral position after switching a section On or Off If you do not like the direction required to activate a nozzle sectio...

Page 28: ...RCURY OPERATOR S MANUAL Optional deflectors V L De flector JET De flector Channel Kit Orchards in general fruit trees citrus and unirrigated Orchards in palmeta Intensive fruit tree and citrus orchards Axial blower units ...

Page 29: ...absolutely FORBIDDEN Do not remove safety grills with the machine is in use Do not approach a blower in use wearing light or loose clothing Do not introduce foreign objects into the safety grills whether the blower is in use or not During the working day wear proper hearing protection to protect your hearing from the noise produced by the blower In the case of vibrations or knocking stop the blowe...

Page 30: ...d the fan housing B Remove the fan hub and clutch to enable removal of the propeller from the gearbox s axle We recommend that you place the propeller on a table top to work comfortably C Unscrew the two screws that join the two support rims located between the blades In the SF85 blower units it will also be necessary to unscrew the central screws that fix the support rims to the hub casing Remove...

Page 31: ... must align with C1 in other words the first groove on the fan blade with the first groove on the support rim For the second position 40º standard factory setting P2 must align with C2 in other words the middle groove on the fan blade and the support rim For the third position 45º P3 must align with C3 in other words the third groove on the fan blade and the third groove on the support rim Always ...

Page 32: ... different cases To alter the width of the fan housing carry out the following steps A Undo the eight nuts that fix the fan housing remove the fan housing and the safety grill B Place the 15 mm spacers on the inner or outer part of the fan housing In the case of there being two spacers together they should be placed on the side of the cone Minimum separation Windy conditions Small trees Low leaf d...

Page 33: ...on the gearbox oil level should be checked regularly and changed at the recommended intervals see maintenance section 1 Level indicator 2 Oil fill 3 Oil drain The oil fill is at the top of the mechanism behind the tank SAE 20 50 MULTIGRADE or SAE 90 oil should be used in areas with high temperatures Unit SF45 SF65 Unit SF85 51 oz 1 5 liters 14 oz 0 4 liters 34 oz 1 liter Please respect the environ...

Page 34: ...ineyards In low gear reduce the volume rate values by 15 In low gear reduce the power consumption values by 45 UNIT SF45 Air flow and power consumption In low gear reduce the volume rate values by 20 In low gear reduce the power consumption values by 40 SF45 40 15000 17500 20000 22500 25000 400 420 440 460 480 500 520 540 R P M cfm 190 175 160 A mm SF45 40 5 10 15 20 25 30 400 420 440 460 480 500 ...

Page 35: ...es by 15 In low gear reduce the power consumption values by 45 In low gear reduce the volume rate values by 20 In low gear reduce the power consumption values by 40 UNIT SF65 Air flow and power consumption Axial blower units SF65 40 22500 25000 27500 30000 32500 35000 400 420 440 460 480 500 520 540 R P M cfm 190 175 160 A mm SF65 40 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 400 420 440 460 480 500 520 540 R P M hp 19...

Page 36: ...zed to large trees In low gear reduce the volume rate values by 15 In low gear reduce the power consumption values by 45 In low gear reduce the volume rate values by 20 In low gear reduce the power consumption values by 40 Axial blower units SF85 40 15000 17500 20000 22500 25000 400 420 440 460 480 500 520 540 R P M cfm 205 190 175 A mm SF85 40 5 10 15 20 25 30 400 420 440 460 480 500 520 540 R P ...

Page 37: ...ls the P T O shaft that connects the pump to the fan must also be greased Diaphragm pump Grease the pump every 50 working hours or once a month through the grease nipple situated on the crankshaft axle The grease goes along the grooves in the crankshaft to reach the crankcase where it is distributed around bearings etc Grease here Hydraulically controlled section valves Each hydraulically controll...

Page 38: ...t also be greased The turnable hitch drawbar has two grease nipples and These parts must be greased at least once a year Axles The hub is the part of the axle that must be greased Remove hub cap and grease the inside of the rotating head Grease at least once a year Filters and fittings Whenever dismantling any filter or hose pipe take care not to pinch the o rings fitted to them When replacing the...

Page 39: ...ect position For cleaning or replacement of the nozzles a spanner should be used to undo the nut Remove the nozzle and clean it with air water or a toothbrush Never use a piece of wire or a needle as this could cause irreparable damage to the nozzle If any of the nozzles leak on closing the sector the non drip diaphragm should be replaced Diaphragm pumps Nozzles WARNING Bear in mind that there are...

Page 40: ...3 Check the P T O shaft 4 Check the tire pressure 5 Grease the diaphragm pump Every 100 working hours 1 Carry out the aforementioned tasks 2 Check and grease the drawbar Every 250 working hours 1 Carry out the aforementioned tasks 2 Check the wheel hubs 3 Check all the hoses 4 Change the gearbox oil 5 Grease hydraulic section valves Every 1000 working hours 1 Carry out the aforementioned tasks 2 S...

Page 41: ...oakaway The residues can be disposed of on a special soakaway not used for crop cultivation Seepage or runoff of residue into watercourses wells springs pools etc must be avoided The washings must not be disposed of in sewers The sprayer Cleaning starts with calibration as a well calibrated sprayer will ensure the minimum amount of remaining spray liquid The sprayer should be cleaned immediately a...

Page 42: ...5 of the tank with clean water and add detergent and or deactivating agent for example washing soda or triple ammonia 7 Start the pump and operate all controls so that the liquid is distributed to all the components Leave the nozzles until last 8 Drain the tank and let the pump run dry Stop the pump as soon as it becomes empty Rinse the inside of the tank 9 Fit the filters and nozzles and store th...

Page 43: ...lves and functions on the MANIFOLD system etc allow ing the anti freeze mixture to be distributed around the entire circuit Activate the hydraulically controlled blower section valves so the anti freeze is sprayed through the nozzles as well The anti freeze will also prevent O rings seals diaphragms etc from drying out 6 When the sprayer is dry remove rust from any scratches or damages in the pain...

Page 44: ...e blocks from under the wheels and adjust the tire pressure 3 Fit the pressure gauges again Seal with Teflon tape 4 Connect the sprayer to the tractor including hydraulics 5 Check all hydraulic functions 6 Empty the tank of remaining anti freeze 7 Rinse the entire liquid circuit on the sprayer with clean water 8 Fill with clean water and check all functions Preparation after off season storage ...

Page 45: ...or the suction chamber piston pump air will be sucked in and the pump s capacity will be reduced or nullified f If some of the electrical components are dirty they will not make good contact Therefore always check that 1 The suction pressure and nozzle filters are clean 2 The hoses are well fitted and have no splits or cracks 3 The joints and o rings are in good condition 4 The pressure gauge is i...

Page 46: ...e or wear Pressure gauge defective or dirty Check for obstruction of pressure gauge inlet Pressure drop Blocked filters Clean all filters Fill with clean water and start up If powdered product is being used check that the agitation is on Worn nozzles Check the flow through every one and replace those that exceed it by 10 Air suction when emptying the tank Too much agitation Disconnect the agita to...

Page 47: ...e blower unit The fan has lost it s counter weight Take the fan to be re balanced Consult your dealer The blower unit s nuts are loose Tighten the nuts The clutch plates are broken or worn Change the fan clutch Vibrations or noises in the gearbox The gear is not properly engaged Put the gear lever in the correct position Worn tooth wheels Replace the tooth wheels Oil level below minimum Fill to th...

Page 48: ...ns MERCURY 600 A 13ft 6in 4138mm B 4ft 6in 1400mm C 4ft 9in 1500mm MERCURY 600 Load Axle loading Drawbar loading Total weight Empty 1865 lbs 846 kg 175 lbs 80 kg 2040 lbs 926 kg Full 6990 lbs 3171 kg 890 lbs 405 kg 7885 lbs 3576 kg Wheels WHEELS Tires Rims Model Standard Optional Mercury 600 12 5L x15 14Lx16 1 12 ply ...

Page 49: ... 1 1 3 26 9 1 7 33 8 2 3 35 9 2 4 40 1 2 7 46 7 3 1 58 19 5 1 7 25 9 2 0 33 0 2 5 35 1 2 8 38 8 3 2 44 9 3 8 88 19 3 1 9 25 6 2 4 31 9 3 1 34 3 3 4 38 0 3 9 44 1 4 7 147 18 7 2 4 25 1 3 2 30 9 4 2 33 5 4 6 37 2 5 1 43 3 6 2 220 18 5 3 2 24 3 4 3 30 4 5 2 32 7 5 9 36 2 6 7 42 5 7 9 294 18 0 3 9 23 8 5 2 29 8 6 4 32 2 7 2 35 6 7 9 41 7 9 4 Maximum pressure 294 PSI 20 bar Weight 116 lbs 52 6 kg Norma...

Page 50: ...t polyethylene Hoses PVC or rubber Valves PA with carbon fiber Fittings PA Fan Aluminium General specifications Recycling When the sprayer has reached the end of its useful working life it must be thoroughly cleaned Many parts can be recycled The tank is 100 recyclable at a plastic recycling plant The hoses and synthetic fittings can be incinerated at an authorized disposal plant The aluminium par...

Page 51: ... Connecting the sprayer Fluid circuit Diaphragm pumps Operating units Filters Agitation Nozzles Main tank Blower unit Powder mixer Clean water tank Specifications Off season storage Operational problems Lubrication Warning Cleaning Maintenance General specifications ...

Page 52: ...tances within or without the warranty period will HARDI be liable for damages of loss of use or damages resulting from delay or any consequential damage 2 We cannot be held responsible for loss of livestock loss of crops loss because of delays in harvesting or any expense or loss incurred for labor supplies substitute machinery rental for any other reason or for injuries either to the owner or to ...

Page 53: ... warranty is subject in each instance to the pump being inspected and approved for replacement or repair by HARDI personnel before HARDI will accept any liability hereunder 10 HARDI reserves the right to incorporate any change in design in its products without obligation to make such changes on units previously manufactured 11 The judgement of HARDI in all cases of claims under this warranty shall...

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