AgXcel Synergist GX40 System User manual
AUTOMATIC
RATE
CONTROLLER
reference
manual
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PRO 700
NOTE: This is only a guide! Please consult
your CaseIH dealer for detailed instruc-
tions or troubleshooting!
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Important Information
The AgXcel Synergist® system is designed for low volume distribuon of NutriSphere-N NH3 at a rate of 32
oz/acre. Higher rates are possible.
Note on ounces per acre
On the Pro 700 console display, the ow meter will be calibrated to measure this product in ounces, not
gallons. The display is programmed to show measurements in gallons, so be aware the numbers shown for
this product will actually be in ounces.
Ounces per acre means a very small amount of liquid is being distributed. At 6 mph on 30” spacing, 32 oz/
acre means that each row is doing just under 1 oz/min. On a 12 row implement the total amount being dis-
tributed is less than 12 oz/min. AgXcel’s Synergist system has been engineered to distribute this ow evenly
and accurately.
AgXcel’s Low Flow Magnetic Flow Meter
AgXcel’s Synergist system uses an electromagnec ow meter that is designed to accurately measure ow
on to 10 oz/min. With no moving parts this owmeter proves to be reliable, accurate, durable, and long
lasng.
Dual Micro tube Solution
AgXcel’s Synergist system uses our Dual Micro tube Soluon. Micro tubing eliminates the need for an
orice. By using a micro tube with an opening 4 to 5 mes larger than an orice, the risks of plugging are
greatly reduced.
By using a Dual Micro tube Soluon (two micro tubes), the system will be able to handle a variety of rates
and speeds. As well as handling a wide range of temperature changes that would aect the viscosity of the
product.
Floating Ball Manifold
Each row will be evenly distributed through a visual ow indicator with one or two oang balls. While pro-
viding a good indicaon of the ow to each row, they do not indicate the exact ow. AgXcel recommends
doing a catch test on each row to verify it’s distribuon.
Field Kit
The Synergist system has an oponal eld kit available (see pg.17 for details) containing key replacement
parts for your system to reduce equipment downme.
Product and Rinse Tank
The Synergist comes with a 55 or 110 gallon product tank and 3 gallon rinse tank. The rinse tank can be
lled with RV an-freeze to allow the system to be ushed when not in use for a period of me, thus pro-
tecng the system from freezing aer rinsing.
AgXcel’s Micro Control Valves
Implements that are 60’ or wider can be split into 2 secons to allow secon control. Standard single
secon setups are equipped with AgXcel’s Micro Control Valve on each oang ball manifold. This allows
the system pump to connuously run when applicaon stops at the end of the eld to allow for a quicker
return to the target rate when applicaon resumes. A two secon system will have the same Micro Control
Valves but can be congured for two secons.
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Thank you for purchasing an AgXcel Precision Liquid Ferlizer Applicaon System (FAS) for your liquid
placement requirements. The AgXcel FAS system can be integrated into the following OEM controllers:
This integraon into these displays will require each of the OEM’s Liquid Control Module which will need to
be purchased from your local OEM dealer. The rate controller will provide the data required to manage the
speed of the AgXcel electric pump(s) based on the ow response of the ow meter and the vehicle speed.
The FAS system is also capable of managing secon controls, also referred to as swath control, to minimize
overlap areas with oponal secon control valves.
INITIAL INSTALLATION STEPS
AgXcel Fertilizer Application System Overview
(Read Instrucons Completely Before Beginning Installaon)
• Ag Leader
• John Deere Green Star
• Trimble
• Raven
• Top Con
• Outback
This guide contains informaon and sengs for AgXcel’s Synergist system for NutriSphere-N NH3. Changes
to components or conguraon sengs can be made to improve operaon of the system.
Below are some basic installaon steps.
• Have your control module and display in the cab connected and set up by your display dealer. To apply
anhydrous ammonia and NutriSphere-N NH3 you will need 2 rate control modules. One for the anhy-
drous ammonia and one for NutriSphere-N NH3, when using an Agxcel Integraon kit. However, when
using with the AgXcel AutoX Compact Plus, you only need 1 rate controller to control the NH3.
• Open and layout AgXcel’s Synergist and any components and familiarize yourself with system. See the
overview example for installaon ideas.
• Mount the AgXcel Synergist system on your equipment.
• Install and mount any oang ball manifolds, plumbing, and check valves to each row delivery unit.
• Aach any integraon harnesses.
• Apply sengs that you nd in this guide to your controller.
• Fill system with water and conduct ow and operaon tests.
• Winterize the system with RV an-freeze if freezing temperatures are expected.
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AgXcel Precision Ferlizer Applicaon Systems begin at the AccuControl Rate and Secon Control Module.
The image below show this control module. You will need to purchase this module from you Case IH dealer.
You will also need to purchase an unlock code for your Pro 700 display to enable rate control funcons.
The rate controller has two harness connecons. The rst is the connecon to the Case IH wiring harness
that connects to the in-cab display. The second is where the AgXcel system harnesses begin.
This guide will provide instrucons and screen shots of the Pro 700 display.
18-Pin Connector
Connect to Case IH
harness to in cab
display
AccuControl Rate and
Secon Control Module
30-Pin Connector
Connect to AgXcel Harness
2-Pin Power Connector
(P5)Connect to AgXcel
Harness
Aux Master/Dump Valve
(12-Pin Deutsch connector)
Plugs into Aux I/O that comes
from 18-pin connector. Only
needed if using Aux Master/
Dump Valve
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System Overview
Case IH Harness
F. AgXcel Control Harness
(Connects to PWM)
PN# 53697
C. AgXcel Integraon Harness
PN# 53519
D. Secon Valve Harness
PN# 53594
A
A. AccuControl Rate and Secon Control Module
B. Pro 700 Display
C. AgXcel Integraon Harness - Part #53519
D. AgXcel Secon Valve Harness - Part #53594
E. MCV Harness PN# 54406
F. AgXcel Control Harness - PN#53697
G. AgXcel GX40 Synergist
In-line Check Valve
Feed to Shanks or other
applicators
Wilgers
3/8” Hose from owmeter to
Micro Valves then to manifolds
G.
B.
E. Connects into
the MCV either
with a secon
harness or Direct,
depending on
rows & setup
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Wiring & Elec
Case IH AFS AccuControl
Rate and Section Control Module
This chart shows you the output functions by pin location on the AccuControl Rate and
Section Control Module. Use this information to verify if the AccuControl system is providing
the correct output. If the module is not providing the correct output, contact your Case IH
dealer to repair the problem. Also review any applicable settings on the display to verify the
system is properly set up.
AccuControl Rate and
Section Control Module
30 Pin Connector
30-Pin Connector-
Connect to SureFire
Harness 201-215464Y3
18-Pin Connector-
Connect to Case IH Harness
back to in-cab display
Common Troubleshooting:
PWM Signal to Pump: Pins E1 to E2 should have 0-12 volts to energize the EPD
module to run the pump. Use manual mode to increase signal. Should get up to 12
volts after holding increase button.
Flowmeter Tap Test: Pins C2 and C3 are Flow Ground and Signal. If no flow is
registering on the display, you can tap between these two pins with a short wire. This
produces a pulse. The display should indicate a flow when this is done rapidly. (Note:
To help register flow for the tap test, change the flowmeter calibration to 10, so it will
show a flow with fewer taps. Be sure to reset the flow cal to the proper number after
the test.)
See the drawing of harness 201-215464Y3 on page 18 for all pin locations on the
30-pin connector.
Note: If applying 2 products (such as anhydrous ammonia and NutriSphere-N
NH3) with the Pro 700 AccuControl you will need 2 Field-IQ Modules.
30 - pin Connector - connect to
AgXcel Harness PN# 53519
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Case IH AFS AccuControl
Rate and Section Control Module
This chart shows you the output functions by pin location on the AccuControl Rate and
Section Control Module. Use this information to verify if the AccuControl system is providing
the correct output. If the module is not providing the correct output, contact your Case IH
dealer to repair the problem. Also review any applicable settings on the display to verify the
system is properly set up.
AccuControl Rate and
Section Control Module
30 Pin Connector
30-Pin Connector-
Connect to SureFire
Harness 201-215464Y3
18-Pin Connector-
Connect to Case IH Harness
back to in-cab display
Common Troubleshooting:
PWM Signal to Pump: Pins E1 to E2 should have 0-12 volts to energize the EPD
module to run the pump. Use manual mode to increase signal. Should get up to 12
volts after holding increase button.
Flowmeter Tap Test: Pins C2 and C3 are Flow Ground and Signal. If no flow is
registering on the display, you can tap between these two pins with a short wire. This
produces a pulse. The display should indicate a flow when this is done rapidly. (Note:
To help register flow for the tap test, change the flowmeter calibration to 10, so it will
show a flow with fewer taps. Be sure to reset the flow cal to the proper number after
the test.)
See the drawing of harness 201-215464Y3 on page 18 for all pin locations on the
30-pin connector.
Note: If applying 2 products (such as anhydrous ammonia and NutriSphere-N
NH3) with the Pro 700 AccuControl you will need 2 Field-IQ Modules.
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Setup &
Operation
A
A
Items in Toolbox will vary according to the products that are installed and activated. They could include:
AccuCtrl Activate Contnr Display GPS
Impl Layout Manual Marks NAV
Operator Overlap Precision Farming Print Product
TC Vehicle VT
Pro 700 Display Setup for AccuControl and SureFire Systems
General Pro 700 Operation
A Home Screen
B Status and Warning
CLeft-hand Area—
-Created by the vehicle
-Is always displayed
-Some parts may be
configurable on the Layout
screen
-A window placed here has
priority over the same
window placed on a “Run”
Screen
DCurrent time and date
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Setup &
Operation
Items in Work Condition include:
Layer
Assignment
Valve
Calibration
Operation
Setup
Controller
Setup
Product
Calibration
You must create or select a Work Condition to complete the setup for product application.
Items in Run include Run1 through Run6.
Items under the Performance icon could include:
Profile Sum1 Sum2 Rx Setup
Items under the Diagnostics icon could include:
Version CAN Fault Resource GPS GPS2
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Operation
Pro 700 AccuControl Setup for Liquid PWM Control
Your system may vary from the screens shown here. See the AFS
AccuControl Rate Controller Software Operating Guide for additional
information about configuring your system. The setup may not always
happen in the order shown here. (There should be
green checkmarks when things are set up
correctly. Red X’s indicate a problem.)
1. Create an Operator (Toolbox > Oper)
2. Check GPS Status (Toolbox > GPS)
3. Create Implement (Toolbox > Impl)
4. Set up Product (Toolbox > Product)
5. Set up Container (Optional) (Toolbox > Container)
6. Basic Setup (Toolbox > AccuCtrl)
A. Select AccuCtrl Operation (Liquid)
B. Select AccuCtrl Installed (Yes)
C. Select Implement Type (Liquid Toolbar)
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7. Implement Configuration (Toolbox > AccuCtrl >
Imp Config)
A. Press ‘Setup’
B. Select Drive Type (will be Hydraulic Drive)
C. Select Vehicle Type
D. Set Number of Drive Sections (A) Always = 1
E. Pump Type will be set at Centrifugal
F. Set Total Number of Rows (B)
G. Enter Row Width (C)
H. Enter Bar Distance in Inches (axle to
knife) (D)
I. Measure Implement Right/Left Offset
J. Scroll down to Enter Rows per Drive Section
(same as Total Number of Rows)
K. Press ‘Done’
8. Section Control Setup Toolbox > AccuControl > Section Control
A. Select Section Control (Yes)
B. Press ‘Setup’
C. Assign Module Serial Numbers
D. Assign Rows per Output (number of rows per
Section)
E. Select Control Polarity (Active On)
F. Select ‘Done’
9. Overlap/ Boundary Control (Toolbox > Overlap)
A. Turn Overlap Control and Boundary Control ON.
B. Adjust values as desired.
Your system may vary from the screens shown here. See the AFS AccuControl Rate Controller Soware
Operating Guide for additional information about conguring your system. e setup may not always
happen in the order shown here. (ere should be green check marks when things are set up correctly.
(Red X’s indicate a problem.)
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10. Liquid Drive Setup Toolbox > AccuControl > Liquid Drive
A. Select Liquid Drive (Yes)
B. Press ‘Setup’
C. Assign Liquid Drive Serial Numbers
D. Select Drive Type (PWM)
E. Select Master Valve Type (NO)
F. Select Pump Disarm (No)
G. Select Sec Off Behavior (Turn Off or Lock at Last)
(Turn off the pump at the end of the field or keep it running at
the same speed for a quicker return to Target Rate.)
H. Enter Drive Meter Cal Number (22710 pulses/gal)
I. Press ‘Done’
11. Master Switch Box (If equipped with
External Switch Box)
A. Select Master Sw Box (Yes or No)
B. Press ‘Setup’
C. Verify Serial Number
D. Select Foot Swiitch (if installed)
E. Press ‘Done’
12. Implement Switch (if installed)
A. Select Imp Switch (Yes)
B. Press ‘Setup’
C. Select Imp Switch Serial Number
D. Select Switch Polarity (Determine this by
raising and lowering the implement and
watch the Implement Status Arrow in Status/
Warning Area for proper operation.)
E. Press ‘Done’
13. Section Switch Box (If system is equipped
with External Section Switch Box or desire
Manual Valve Section Control through Run
Screens).
A. Select Section Switch Box (Yes)
B. Press ‘Setup’
C. Select Config Mode (Auto) (picture
shows setup for 2 sections)
D. Verify Sw Box Serial Number (if
equipped)
If no external switchbox is installed, User Defined
Windows can be assigned to a Run Screen
(Toolbox>Layout).
AccuControl Setup for Liquid
Optional Master Switch Box and Foot Switch
Or Lock At Last
To keep pump running
while turning around
Optional
Optional
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Create A Layout (sample)
Go to Toolbox>Layout
Select Current Layout and then select New.
Name the Layout. Under Run Screen select a screen.
In the white boxes consider adding the following items
to a Run Screen:
AccuControl Speed
Master Control
Liquid Op Mode
Liquid Control
Liq App Rate Scan Container
Liq Flow Rt Scan
Section Control
Overlap Ctrl Overlap Control
Clutch Control
The Run Screen Layout is largely a matter of operator preference. Some of these items may be added to the
Left Hand Area if space is available there, or more than one Run Screen can be set up.
Valve Calibration
Work Condition > Valve Cal > Advanced Valve Calibration
The electric pump systems typically run well with the following default settings. Try the following default
values as a starting point and make adjustments as needed for your system.
See the pictures on the following pages for other values.
If the system appears to adjust too slowly to rate or speed changes, increase the Integral Gain in increments
of 0.1. If necessary, go in increments of 0.05. If the Integral Gain is too high, the system will be unstable and
will go back and forth below and above the Target Rate.
Additional Tips for Getting Started
1. Set the Flow Error Timeout at 30—45 seconds until you get the system adjusted and operating
correctly. The default is 5 seconds. This may result in the application being shut down before you have a
chance to see how it is operating. After the system is operating correctly, this can be set lower to give you a
quicker warning if something is wrong. (Work Condition > Valve Cal > Advanced Calibration > Scroll down to
2nd page and Flow Error Timeout)
2. Set the Fault Speed to Slow or Off until you get the system adjusted and operating correctly. The
default is Normal. (Work Condition > Operate > Fault Speed) After the system is operating correctly, this can
be set back to Normal. You can run this at Slow if the system gives too many Fault Warnings at Normal.
Integral
Gain Breakout DeadZone
Integrator
Upper
Limit
Integrator
Lower
Limit
Comparator
Limit
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Pro 700 & AccuControl Operation for Liquid Application
To start applying product (these are not necessarily all the setup you will need)
Go to Toolbox>AccuCtrl>Default Speed
Enter a default speed. The applicator will default to this speed if all ground speed sources are lost.
The Master Apply button may need to be cycled twice to start the application.
1. Preparation
A. Insert a data card in the display.
B. Create or Select a Grower/Farm/Field/Task & Crop Type
(Performance > Profile)
2. Product Setup: Toolbox > Product
A. Name the product (NutriSphere N NH3)
B. Select the form for the product (Liquid)
C. Select Usage (Fertilizer)
D. Enter Default Application Rate
E. Enter Minimum and Maximum Application Rate.
3. Product Layer Assignment: Work Condition > Layer to assign a
product to a control section of the applicator
A. Select or Create a Work Condition.
B. Select Layer 1 Control Type (AccuControl Liquid)
C. Select Product for Layer 1 Control
D. Select Container if using the Container
E. Assign additional layers as needed.
4. Controller Setup—Liquid: Work Condition > Control
A. Verify Implement
B. Verify Work Condition
C. Select Controller—Liquid
D. Default Rate set as 32 oz/acre in Product Setup will show up as
0.25 gal/ac here
E. Product Delay-set at 2.0 sec. Adjust as needed in the field.
F. Enter the Minimum Speed (if the speed drops below this, the
applicator will keep applying at this speed)
G. Enter a value for Off-target Alarm Limit (probably 15-20%)
5. Enable Application: Run Screens
A. Liquid Op Mode—Select Liquid
B. Read the safety message and press Accept.
C. Master Control—Press Apply on display or switch on Master
Switch on switchbox (if equipped)
6. Liquid Rate Control
A. Liquid Control defaulted to ON
B. Increase or decrease rate if needed
C. Automatic rate control (prescription) is assigned in
Performance > Rx Setup.
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Possible Run Screen Layout
for system with 2 sections
Screen showing Flow Error Timeout set to 45 sec
Work Condition > Valve Cal > Advanced
Calibration > Scroll down to 2nd page and
Flow Error Timeout)
Start with these Valve Cal settings
Work Condition > Valve Cal >
Advanced Calibration
Screen showing AccuControl Liquid Drive Setup
Toolbox > AccuCtrl > Lquid Drive Setup
To use default AccuCtrl speed, turn Radar off.
Toolbox > Vehicle > Radar Installed > NO
Or Lock At Last
To keep pump running
while turning around
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Setup and Troubleshooting the Pro 700 AccuControl Liquid PWM System
(aka Intellivew IV Intellirate)
Note to SureFire people: The Default speed setting that works on our test stand does not work when the tractor is not
moving when the Pro 700 is plugged into a tractor that has Radar, Wheel, or GPS speed capability. This makes testing
the system in a Run mode impossible without driving the tractor. Use the method below, instead. On our test stand, set
the Default Speed to 0 (Toolbox > AccuCtrl > Default Speed > 0) before doing this.
To test the Pro 700 AccuControl on initial startup and in a troubleshooting situation, use the Liquid Cal mode.
(Work Condition > Liquid Cal)
1. Set up the Toolbox > AccuControl configuration page so all AccuControl items are set.
2. Set up the Work Condition > Valve Cal > Advanced Calibration screen to match the settings shown in the manual for
Tower (3/3/2016 manual or later) or PumpRight systems. The Valve Calibration procedure is likely to give results
that will not work. It may be fairly good except for an Upper Integrator Limit that is too low, or it may have totally
unworkable numbers in Dead Zone and other fields.
3. Set the Flow Error Timeout (on page 2 of the Valve Calibration setup) to 45
sec. This will let the system run for a while before it shuts down if it is not
detecting flow.
4. Go to Work Condition > Liquid Cal
5. If the Prime button does not show up here:
Home > Toolbox > AccuControl > Imp Config > Setup > Scroll down >
Liquid Prime > Enabled. (Pressing the Prime button will run the pump
for 10 seconds. To keep the pump running, press and hold the Prime button.)
6. To run the system from here with a simulated speed and target rate:
Liquid Op Mode > On Master Control > Apply > Next
7. Enter a Simulated Speed and Target Rate (these can be changed while
running in this mode to test other speeds or rates). Press Next.
8. Press Start to start the pump. System should run at Simulated Speed and
Target Rate. Measured Output should
count up as product is pumped. To see
actual flow in gpm, you need to set up
a Layout for the Left Area with Liq Flw
Rt Scn. This is very useful when
diagnosing pump or system issues. It
needs to be in the Left Area so you
can see it while running in this mode.
(Remember, when testing with water,
the pressure will be much less than it
will be with a fertilizer product. If the
pressure is too low, all the rows may not flow because there may not be
enough pressure to open all the check valves. Increase the rate until all rows
are flowing.)
9. If the pump does not run here, perform the other troubleshooting tests for hydraulic or electric pumps. You can start
the system here and use a voltmeter to verify that there is PWM voltage at the EPD or hydraulic valve. (If it is not
reading flow, it will quickly ramp up to maximum pump speed and shut off, giving a “Motor Stalled” error message.
To make this happen more slowly, set the Integral Gain to 0.1 to allow time for diagnostic observation.)
10. If the pump runs and liquid is flowing but no flow is showing in the Liq Flw Rt Scn box, check for 12 v at the
flowmeter connection (pins B & C) and do a tap test (pins A & C) to see if flow will register on the display (see note in
#9 about setting Integral Gain).
11. If the pump runs, but is surging, lower the Integral Gain. If it is pumping, but getting to rate very slowly, raise this.
12. If the system has section valves, they should open when this test is started. If they don’t open, check the
AccuControl Configuration setup (Toolbox > AccuControl > Section Control > Setup {should have green checkmarks,
Control Polarity is Active On}). Check Section Sw Box Setup > Config Mode > Auto (should say Run Screen in upper
right corner). Set up a Run Screen layout with Clutch Control 2X2 to have section switches on the display. Be sure
Boundary Control and Overlap Control are ON (Toolbox > Overlap). If they still don’t open, check for constant
voltage (pins A&B) and signal voltage (pins B&C) at valve.
Set up the Work Condition > Valve Cal > Advanced Calibration screen to match the settings shown in the manual
for GX2. e Valve Calibration procedure is likely to give results that will not work. It may be fairly good except for
an Upper Integrator Limit that is too low, or it may have totally unworkable numbers in Dead Zone and other elds.
Note to AgXcel Customers:
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The Pro 700 AccuControl system does not allow for true Manual operation. Troubleshooting and
diagnosing pump issues can be difficult. To troubleshoot Pump, PWM, or Section Valve issues, set
Flow Error Timeout to 45 sec. Turn Fault Speed to OFF. Set Default Speed to 5 mph.
Set the Default Application Rate or Target Rate to 0.00 GPA. The Rate in Liq Ctrl All Sect should be
0.000. With this setting, you can turn on the Master Control—Apply to open the section valves and to
begin testing the PWM voltage. (Default Speed may not register when the Pro 700 is plugged into a
tractor, unless the tractor is moving.)
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Trouble-
shooting
To test PWM voltage unplug the 2-pin PWM connector
from the EPD module.
If a harness problem is indicated, check the voltage at
the end of each harness from there back to the Field-IQ
module. See wiring schematics for pin outs.
Master Contol —OFF
PWM Voltage—Check at 2-
pin PWM connector that plugs
into EPD.
Master Contol—APPLY
PWM Voltage—Unplug the 2-pin
PWM connector from the EPD to test
voltage:
Section Valves
In this setting, the section valves should be closed.
On each 3-pin section valve connector:
A to B (red to black) 12—14 volts
B to C 0.0 volts
Section Valve Connectors:
Pin A Constant 12 v power
Pin B Ground
Pin C Boom Signal—should have 12 v when
valve should be open, 0 v when valve
should be closed
Section Valves
In this setting, the section valves should be open.
On each 3-pin section valve connector:
A to B (red to black) 12—14 volts
B to C 12—14 volts
If a section valve won’t open:
1. Plug another section connector that will open a valve
into that valve.
2. Plug the section connector of the valve that won’t
open into a valve that is known to be working.
3. Check voltage at the end of each harness going back
to the Field-IQ module to determine if there is a bad
harness.
4. See wiring schematic for pin-outs of each harness.
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If the PWM voltage does not register here, check the voltage at
each harness connection back to the Field-IQ module.
PWM voltage will be between Pins 3 & 4 on the 16-pin
connectors and between pins E1 and E2 on the 30-pin block on
the back of the Field-IQ module.
This method can be used to partially simulate Manual operation. By starting with the Rate at 0.00 and slowly
increasing the Rate you can see how the pump operates as the Rate increases. This can help in diagnosing
where the trouble might be.
PWM Voltage—should increase as target rate
is raised. Voltage should end up around 13
volts.
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Trouble-
shooting
Testing PWM Voltage—continued from previous page.
With Master Control ON (APPLY) and Liq Ctrl All Sect at 0.000, have voltmeter connected to the 2-
pin PWM connector that connects to the EPD Module. As a second person presses the arrow on the
Liq Ctrl All Sect screen to raise the rate the PWM voltage should increase steadily to 13+ volts.
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Pump Priming and Bleeder Valve
AgXcel’s Micro Control Valve
AgXcel’s micro control valves are designed to eliminate the need for
large seconal valves. The small compact design makes them ideal for
controlling ow through the manifolds.
Implements that are 60 and wider may be set up with 2 control valves,
therefore half of the applicator can be shut o. These systems are setup
similar to a single secon setup. However, Secon 1 of the boom harness
will connect to one valve and Secon 2 will connect to the other valve.
Please note, implements that are less than 60 feet wide need to be
setup as one secon on order to prevent range dropping below ow
meter capabilies at lower speeds.
A bleeder valve is included on every AgXcel system.
Every row has a check valve. These valves do not let
air escape from the system unless it is pressurized.
12 volt electric pump are not good air compressors,
so pumps can struggle to prime due to air trapped
on the outlet side of the pump.
The bleeder valve is a small 1/4” valve that, when
opened, lets air escape from the pump outlet at
zero pressure. Open this valve unl liquid comes
out and then close the valve.
Bleeder Valve
AgXcel’s micro control valve (MCV) includes an
indicator light. The red light shows voltage/power
being supplied to the valve. It will turn Green
when receiving a signal to open/close.
GX40 PRO STOP COMPLETE
REPLACEMENT BODY
PN# 709
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AgXcel’s Mag Flow Meter
0.08 - 1.6 GPM
AgXcel’s Magnec Flow Meters are superior to turbine ow
meters in two ways. Magnec ow meters have no moving
parts. This eliminates any wear items or any potenal for
contaminants to jam a spinning turbine.
In addion, magnec ow meters detect ow by electrically
measuring the velocity of the liquid which make them inde-
pendent of viscosity or density of the liquid measured. While
extremely accurate when using the indicated calibraon
number, AgXcel strongly recommends performing a catch
test to verify the system is properly installed and congured.
The ow meter included with your Synergist system is rated
down to 10 oz/min, but will accurately measure ow down
to 8 oz/min. Anything below 8 oz and the ow meter may
not give a connuous pulse output.
Cauon: Before welding on the implement, disconnect the
ow meter or damage to the ow meter electronics may
occur.
Do not power wash the ow meter. High pressure spray directed at the back edge of the face plate or at the
wire connector may allow water into the ow meter electronics.
Pressure Sensor
The GX40 Synergist comes equipped with a 100 psi pres-
sure sensor to work with your controller. The sensor for
the rate controller is a 3-wire type sensor. The Sensor has
a 1/4” MPT ng.
Your display will show the system pressure on the in cab
screen. The pressure reading is only for informaonal
purposes and is not used in the ow control process.
Flow control uses the owmeter feedback only.
The pressure sensor is very helpful to opmize system
performance and troubleshoot any issues.
The pressure transducer is factory calibrated and will
display a very accurate pressure reading on your display.
No manual gauge is required. However, the Synergist will
have a visual gauge for quick reference when standing
near the system and not in cab to see controller display.
When aaching connector to pressure sensor, make sure
pins are aligned so they are not bent.
396-2974Y1 SureFire
Catalyst™
for NutriSphere®-N NH3 & John Deere 7 Revised 03/16/2016
The Tower 100 comes equipped with a 100 psi pressure sensor to work with your controller.
This sensor for the John Deere Rate Controller is a 3-wire type sensor. The Commander II
uses a 2-wire sensor. The sensor has a 1/4” MPT fitting.
Your display will show the system pressure on the in cab screen.
The pressure reading is only for informational purposes and is NOT used in
the flow control process. Flow control uses the flowmeter feedback only.
The pressure sensor is very helpful to optimize system performance and
troubleshoot any issues.
The pressure transducer is factory calibrated and will display a very accurate
pressure reading on your display. No manual gauge is required.
When attaching connector to pressure sensor, make sure pins are aligned so they
are not bent.
Pressure Sensor
B
Components
Liquid
Pressure Sensor (3 wire
type) with harness
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Pump Priming and Air Bleed Valve
An air bleed valve is included with each pump to aid in system priming. It is shipped in the pump accessories
bag and must be installed during system installation.
Why use an air bleed valve:
Your system is equipped with a 4 lb. check valve
on each metering tube. These valves do not let air
escape from the system unless it is pressurized.
12 volt liquid pumps are not good air compressors.
Therefore, the pump can struggle to prime due to
air trapped on the outlet side of the pump.
The air bleed valve is a small 1/4” valve that when
opened lets air escape from the pump outlet at
zero pressure. Open until liquid comes out and
then close the valve.
How to install the air bleed valve:
Remove the 1/4” plug from the quick connect fitting
on the center cross on the Tower (see picture).
Next, insert the 1/4” tubing in the quick connect
fitting. Run the 1/4” tubing to an easily accessible
spot on your equipment. Next, cut the tubing and
push the 1/4” valve onto the tubing. Finally, run the
tubing to a low location where any product that
escapes will run on the ground.
Be sure the air bleed valve tube does not
become plugged with dirt or it will not allow air
to bleed.
1/4” Tubing 1/4” air bleed valve
3-wire sensor
Pressure Calibration:
50 mv/psi
Shipped
from factory
with plug
installed.
PN #53491
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PWM Signal
To Pumps
Power Supply
Status LED Control Signal LED’s
The status LED on the PWM is a good indicator to determine if
there’s a problem with the system. It is especially helpful if you
are calling in for tech support.
TROUBLESHOOTING
(Read Instructions Completely before Beginning Installation)
EPD LED Signals
AgXcel has 2 styles for EPD’s. One of the models
has three lights and the other model has ve lights.
Ensure that you are looking at the correct diagram to
conrm the signals you are receiving.
The PWM’s take 12 volts for
power and will send that
voltage to the pumps to kick
on and o. If the pumps are
not turning on, then your
PWM might not be geng
12 volts or your pumps might
have gone bad.
EDP Status Lights
EDP Status Lights
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Pumps run for a few seconds then turn off
This symptom is due to the pumps drawing more current than the 40 amp limit of the EPD.
1. Unplug the EPD connector going to the baery for 2-3 seconds. Removing power from the EPD resets it.
2. Go to Diagnoscs, Secon Test to invesgate this issue.
3. In Secon Test, hold down “+” buon for a few seconds. A single tap of this buon produces a very
small change in signal to the valve, so you must hold it.
4. Increase the ow slowly, checking the “1,2,3” screen to see you ow in GPM. Find the approximate ow
where the EPD kicks out. If this is below the ow you need you will need to reduce system pressure by:
• Looking for any unintended restricons or plugged rows
• Increase orice size
• Reduce ground speed
• Reduce applicaon rate
Electric pumps will not turn on
Connect pumps directly to baery
1. Find the EPD (electric pump driver) shown at right.
Connect the two connectors (highlighted green,
shown on the right) to each other. This will bypass
the module and supply 12 volts directly to pumps.
2. Do the pumps run? If not, check the 40 amp fuse
on the EPD harness that is connected to the trac-
tor baery. Inspect harnesses and connecons.
Make sure wire colors match up. (white/white,
black/black)
3. If using a dual pump system, test each pump by
plugging one pump at a me directly to the bat-
tery.
PWM Signal
To Pumps
Power from
Baery
Inspect connections for burned out connectors.
Inspect all connecons for bent or burned out leads. Constantly running the system at a
high pressure or geng more than the required voltage (12v) can result in burned out
connecons causing the system to not work properly.
TROUBLESHOOTING
(Read Instructions Completely before Beginning Installation)
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IMPLEMENT SWITCH
(Read Instructions Completely before Beginning Installation)
IMPLEMENT SWITCH KIT:
1. Run/Hold oponal connecons (If not using be sure to use
provided loop to close circuit)
• For use with a N.O. (normally open) whisker switch,
remove the dummy plug and connect to your run/hold
switch wires. A smaller gauge wire (18 AWG minimum)
may be used for this low current circuit.
• For use with a hall-eect sensor, remove the dummy plug
and aach the plug from your sensor.
Illustraon shown has a 3pin connector.
HOw IT wORKS
The Run/Hold circuit on the Auto-X simply requires a
switch to open and close to turn the fertilizer flow on or off.
Place the whisker switch on a 3 point arm or wheel frame
that changes angle as the implement is raised and lowered.
When the whisker arm is bent up (against the tool bar),
the switch is open. the Auto-X will be in
HOLD, not applying fertilizer.
When the whisker arm is straight (not touching the toolbar),
the switch will be closed. The Auto-X will be in RUN, applying fertilizer.
Whisker Run/Hold Switch
* The Whisker switch will work with many other controllers. However,
the polarity might be reversed from the positions described above.
Auto-X Accessories
Whisker Run/Hold Switch
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whisker switch
when red lead is
connected to pole 1
and black lead is
connected to pole 2
pumps will run when
whisker is straight
when red lead is connected
to pole 1 and black lead is
connected to pole 3 pumps
will run when whisker is bent
* The Whisker switch will work with many other
controllers. However, the polarity might be
reversed from the posions described above.
HOW IT WORKS:
Place the whisker switch on a 3 point arm or wheel frame that changes angle as the
implement is raised and lowered. When the whisker arm is bent up (against the tool
bar), the switch is open placing the controller in HOLD, not applying ferlizer.
When the whisker arm is straight (not touching the toolbar), the switch will be closed.
The controller will be in RUN, applying ferlizer.
12
3
when red lead is connected
to pole 1 and black lead is
connected to pole 3 pumps
will run when whisker is bent
when red lead is
connected to pole
1 and black lead is
connected to pole
2 pumps will run
when whisker is
straight
GXIMPLEMENTSWITCH KIT
PN# 53824
PN# 53982 (2 PIN/JD STYLE)
KIT INCLUDES:
1- 15FT Extension (John Deere or 3pin connector)
1- Implement Switch with15FT Lead
1- Magnet Mount
EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE
3PIN 2PIN DESCRIPTION
17924 55917 GXH_EXT 15FT
54073 55415 GXH_EXT 30FT
*Custom extension lengths can be special
ordered - contact SALES for a price quote*
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