Amazone EDX 9000-TC User manual

Service Manual
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Precision Air Planter
Xpress singling / Electronics / Hydraulics
EDX 9000-TC EDX 6000-TC EDX 6000-2/2C/2FC
(For authorised workshops only)
MG4918
BAG0090.1 03.11
Printed in Germany
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Table of contents
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1Xpress singling ............................................................................................ 5
1.1 Recommended selection of maize singling drum for the EDX system .................................... 5
1.2 Presentation Xpress grain singling .......................................................................................... 7
1.3 Flow bed shutter ...................................................................................................................... 7
1.4 Flow bed/Seed shutter ............................................................................................................. 8
1.5 Scraper setting/alignment ........................................................................................................ 8
1.6 Hole covering rollers/point of delivery ...................................................................................... 9
1.7 Lip seal ................................................................................................................................... 10
1.8 Dismounting the drum ............................................................................................................ 11
1.9 Dismounting the scraper ........................................................................................................ 12
1.10 Dismantling the drum ............................................................................................................. 14
1.11 Installation of the hole covering rollers .................................................................................. 16
1.12 Installation of the scraper unit ................................................................................................ 20
1.12.1 Calibrating the remote scraper bar adjustment...................................................................... 27
1.13 Installation of the metering drum ........................................................................................... 27
1.14 Factors for distribution along the row ..................................................................................... 29
2Electronics ................................................................................................. 30
2.1 Connection ............................................................................................................................. 30
2.2 Overview ................................................................................................................................ 31
2.2.1 Main components of the electronics - EDX 9000-TC ........................................................... 31
2.2.2 Main components of the electronics - EDX 6000-TC ........................................................... 32
2.2.3 Main components of the EDX 6000-2C electronics ............................................................. 33
2.2.4 Main components of the EDX 6000-2FC electronics ............................................................. 34
2.2.5 Main components of the EDX 6000-2 electronics.................................................................. 35
2.3 Opto-sensors.......................................................................................................................... 36
2.3.1 Installation locations of opto-sensors ..................................................................................... 36
2.3.2 Adjustment possibilities for the opto-sensors ........................................................................ 36
2.3.3 Setting values in the diagnostic input on page 4/4 ................................................................ 37
2.3.4 Opto-sensor setting recommendation .................................................................................... 37
2.3.5 Opto-sensor check sequence ................................................................................................ 38
2.4 Tramline / single row switching .............................................................................................. 39
2.4.1 Installation locations of positioning units ................................................................................ 39
2.4.2 Diagnosis of positioning units ................................................................................................ 39
2.4.3 Switching correlations positioning units and Mini job computer ............................................ 40
2.5 Weighing technology EDX 6000-TC ...................................................................................... 41
2.5.1 Weighing technology setup .................................................................................................... 41
2.5.2 Pin assignment distributor box ............................................................................................... 42
2.5.3 Calibrating the weighing t echnology ..................................................................................... 43
2.6 Sensors .................................................................................................................................. 44
2.6.1 Sensors used / function of EDX ........................................................................................... 44
2.6.2 Overview of sensor installation positions - EDX 9000-TC ................................................... 45
2.6.3 Overview of sensor installation positions - EDX 6000-TC ................................................... 47
2.6.4 Overview of sensor EDX 6000-2C installation positions ..................................................... 49
2.6.5 Installation location of blower speed sensor - EDX 6000-TC .............................................. 50
2.6.6 Installation location of blower speed sensor - EDX 6000-2C .............................................. 51
2.6.7 Installation location of ha sensor (radar) - EDX 6000-TC .................................................... 51
2.6.8 Installation location of pressure sensor / AMFÜME seed ...................................................... 52
2.6.9 Installation location of scraper bar turn angle sensor ............................................................ 52
2.6.10 Working position sensor (AS) EDX 9000-TC & EDX 6000-TC .......................................... 53
2.6.11 Working position sensor (AS) EDX 6000-2 ............................................................................ 54
2.6.12 Drive of the fertiliser metering unit + speed sensor EDX 6000-TC ...................................... 54
2.6.13 Drive of the fertiliser metering unit + speed sensor EDX 6000-2C ...................................... 55
2.6.14 PWM - Pulse width modulation .............................................................................................. 55

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2.7 Testing sensors ..................................................................................................................... 56
2.7.1 Overview for testing the sensors ........................................................................................... 57
2.7.2 Changing to the setup menu ................................................................................................. 58
2.7.3 Difference between diagnosis menu input and output .......................................................... 58
2.7.4 Explanations of diagnostics function of AMATRON 3 .................................................... 59
2.7.5 Testing sensors using the diagnostic menu .......................................................................... 60
2.7.6 Explanation of terms – Diagnostic input Page 1/4 ................................................................ 61
2.7.7 Explanation of terms – Diagnostic output.............................................................................. 62
2.8 AMATRON 3 .................................................................................................................. 63
2.8.1 Setting values for AMATRON 3 ..................................................................................... 63
2.8.2 Detecting the software versions of the machine ................................................................... 64
2.8.3 Displaying the terminal version ............................................................................................. 65
2.8.4 Troubleshooting chart............................................................................................................ 66
2.9 Cable harness ....................................................................................................................... 69
2.9.1 Pin assignment of electric plugs ............................................................................................ 69
2.9.2 Contact assignment of 42-pin AMP plug ............................................................................... 70
2.9.3 Wiring harness for hydraulics NL268 EDX 9000 –TC ......................................................... 71
2.9.4 Wiring harness for base NL268 EDX 9000-TC ................................................................... 72
2.9.5 Wiring harness for pressure adjustment NL459 EDX 9000-TC ............................................ 73
2.9.6 Kabelbaum Druckverstellung NL269 / NL270 ....................................................................... 74
2.9.7 Wiring harness for base NL462 EDX 6000-TC ................................................................... 75
2.9.8 Wiring harness for hydraulics NL292 EDX 6000-TC ........................................................... 76
2.9.9 Wiring harness for base NL463 EDX 6000-2C ..................................................................... 77
2.9.10 Wiring harness for base NL469 EDX 6000-2 ........................................................................ 78
2.10 Faults in the area of the electro-hydraulics ........................................................................... 79
2.10.1 Arrangement of the solenoid valves EDX 9000-TC ............................................................ 79
2.10.2 Arrangement of the solenoid valves EDX 6000-TC ............................................................ 79
2.10.3 Installation location - pressure adjustment of the coulter EDX 9000-TC ............................ 80
3Hydraulic .................................................................................................... 81
3.1 Hydraulic circuit of the EDX 9000-TC ................................................................................. 81
3.2 Hydraulic circuit of the EDX 6000-TC ................................................................................. 87
3.3 Hydraulic circuit of the EDX 6000-2C .................................................................................. 92
3.4 Repair instructions ................................................................................................................. 95
3.5 Folding in the machine in the event of failure of the AMATRON 3 ................................ 95
3.6 Hydraulic circuit diagrams EDX 9000-TC ............................................................................ 96
3.7 Hydraulic circuit diagrams EDX 6000-TC .......................................................................... 110
3.8 Hydraulic diagrams EDX 6000-2C .................................................................................... 125

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1 Xpress singling
1.1 Recommended selection of maize singling drum for the EDX system
A drum with a hole size of 5.5 mm is available as standard for singling
maize. However, grain size and shape of the seed can vary consider-
ably, so an additional drum is available with a hole size of
4.5 mm. This drum should only be used when grains can be seen
falling through the drum or if the grains slip so far into the holes that
they become trapped by the catcher rollers and sheared off by the
opto-sensors. The reduced hole diameter and the subsequent reduc-
tion in cross section for the hole flow makes it more difficult for the
grains of larger seeds to adhere to the hole. This can result in false
grain placement on the drum. The diagram below shows a recom-
mendation for selecting the correct drum, depending on the thou-
sand-grain weight of the seed. As shown in the diagram, the overlap-
ping area of the 5.5 mm and 4.5 mm holes in the drum is also de-
pendent on the grain shape. Thus, a medium-weight round grain can
be singled with the 5.5 mm drum. In contrast, a medium-weight elon-
gated grain (see pictures 1 - 4) must be singled with the 4.5 mm
drum. The table can only give reference values because the interac-
tion between grain size and grain shape varies greatly.
Drum recommendation
1*: TGW (g/1000 grains)
2*: Drum hole diameter = 4.5 mm
3*: Drum hole diameter = 5.5 mm
3*
240
260
280
1*
2*
1*
Depends on the grain shape
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Ø=5,5 mm
Ø=4,5 mm
Fig. 1
Fig.
2
Small, elongated maize grain sits too deep in the
drum hole.
The same maize grain as Fig. 1 on a drum with
4.5 mm diameter.
Fig. 3
Fig.
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Catcher roll can trap the grain.
The maize grain cannot fall through or get
trapped.

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1.2 Presentation Xpress grain singling
Fig. 5
(1) Seed container
(2) Opto-sensors
(3) Seed guide tube
(4) Scraper
(5) Air inlet from the blower
(6) Distribution of the air current
through air guide plate
(7) Seed shutter
(8) Flow bed shutter
(9) Hole covering roller
1.3 Flow bed shutter
The flow bed shutter ensures that the seed is
surrounded by an air flow and the flow bed is
created using this air. As shown in the lower
photo, the flow bed shutter is equipped with air
slots arranged in rows. If there are problems, i.e.
individual rows are not properly filled, you should
check the flow bed shutter for clogging.
In the lower photo you can also see the slope
terrain plates that are available as of 2011. When
driving transverse to the slope, these ensure that
the grains do not completely slip to the side fac-
ing the downward side of the slope.
Fig.
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Fig. 7

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1.4 Flow bed/Seed shutter
For reliable singling of the seed, it is necessary
to create a flow bed (moving seeds) in the lower
area of the singling drum. This flow bed is influ-
enced by the position of the seed shutter and the
air flap. Adjust these when the drum is loaded. It
must be ensured that enough seed can flow
through the seed shutter at any time. While
maintaining the same setting of the ventilation
flap, the following applies:
• If too much seed flows in, the flow bed col-
lapses.
• If too little seed flows in, the seeds shoot
over the singling drum.
Fig. 8: Correct
Fig. 9: Overfilled
Fig. 8
Fig.
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1.5 Scraper setting/alignment
The flow bed ensures that every hole on the
drum is occupied by at least one seed. In order
to single any possible double occupations, the
seeds are quickly redirected by means of a cen-
trally adjustable scraper unit, the double seed
then falls back into the flow bed on the drum as a
result of the reduced air current applied to the
holes. If there are increased problems with
scrapers that work too aggressively, the distance
from the drum should be checked. The distance
should be 0.2 mm across the whole width of the
drum as well as at the most upper and lower
tooth of the scraper unit.
Likewise, the distance between the row of holes
to the right and left scraper should be the same.
Fig.
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Fig. 11

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1.6 Hole covering rollers/point of delivery
Fig. 12
The hole covering rollers (Fig. 12/1) determine
the point of delivery of the seeds to the opto-
sensors. The distance is precisely set at the fac-
tory for every side lid using a test bench. The
locknuts marked on the picture at the bottom
right fix this position. These bolts are coated with
sealing wax at the factory. It is strongly recom-
mended not to change this position, since it
would have a significant effect on the singling
results. The setting cannot be made precisely
enough under field conditions.
The spreading points are different on machines
with and without tramline / single row control.
Preset side covers are available for both systems
respectively.
Using an incorrect side cover will also impact on
the singling results.
Fig.
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Fig.
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1.7 Lip seal
To ensure a reliable singling process, there must
be at least 55 mbar overpressure in the entire
singling casing. If there are problems with the
singling, check the position of the lip seals.
The lower lip seal only has one fitting posi-
tion.Check it for wear and proper positioning on
the drum. The position of the upper lip seal can
be changed. Ensure that it is in contact with the
singling drum along its entire length during oper-
ation.
Fig.
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Fig.
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1.8 Dismounting the drum
1. Loosen the red-edged bolts.
2. Remove the green-edged pin from its hole
and put it back in the holder. This prevents
the pin from getting lost.
Fig.
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3. Pull the lid off of the shaft.
4. Grab the spokes of the singling drum and
pull it out with a clockwise motion.
Fig.
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1.9 Dismounting the scraper
1. Dismount the singling drum.
2. Loosen the fastening bolts on the side
scraper seals and remove them.
Fig.
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3. Remove the setting lever of the seed shut-
ter at the right in the direction of travel, the
scraper and, if applicable, the potentiometer
of the remote scraper bar adjustment.
4. Remove the cover plate.
Fig.
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5. Loosen the threaded pin of the spur gear
and remove it.
Fig.
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6. Dismount the locking rings and washers.
Make note of the number and position of
thewashers.
7. Likewise remove any fastening nuts (M8)
on the right side in the direction of travel
and press these bolts into the inside of the
casing.
Fig.
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8. Also remove any fastening nuts (M8) on the
left side in the direction of travel and press
these bolts into the inside of the casing.
Fig.
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9. Now the scraper unit can be removed from
the singling casing by turning and sliding.
Fig.
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1.10 Dismantling the drum
1. Dismount the metering drum out of the sin-
gling casing.
2. Place the metering drum upright and loosen
the socket head bolt with an Allen key (12
mm) by approx. 360°.
Fig.
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3. On both sides of the metering drum, turn
the eccentric shafts with an extension and a
10 mm socket by 180 °, so that the rollers
detach from the drum.
Fig.
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4. Now completely unscrew the socket head
screw and pull the inner drum ring off of the
drum.
Fig.
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5. Turn around the metering drum and take
out the second inner drum ring with all its
inner workings. Change the drum and start
the mounting process in reverse order.
6.
When mounting, carefully insert the flutes of
the drum spokes into the notches of the
sheet metal lips of the drum.
Fig.
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Fig.
29
Attention
It is easy to be injured while dis-
mounting the inner drum ring be-
cause of the sheet metal lips of the
drum.
Wear protective gloves and, when
dismounting, grasp the inner drum
ring in the middle to prevent scrap-
ing your hands along the edges of
the drum.

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1.11 Installation of the hole covering rollers
Fig. 30
In the following, the installation of the hole covering unit is described
using the example of an 8-row singling drum. This unit is available for
different numbers of rows.
During installation, pay attention to the number of rows and the prop-
er alignment of the hole covering rollers. The installation process is
basically the same for all units, however.
Fig. 31
4x
Press bearing CA114 flush into linkage 934186.
Fig. 32
2x
Install hole covering shaft with 2 x locking ring 0607400 and roller
934516 (number of rollers depends on the type of drum)

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Fig. 33
2x
Press the hole covering shaft into the bearing until the locking ring
fits. Ensure that the lever stays in the same position.
Fig. 34
Secure the bearing with locking ring 0607400 and install all rollers
934516 in the notches of the shaft.
Fig. 35
Place the centre shaft 973896 on an underlay with the internal thread
to the right.

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Fig. 36
4x
Screw on the cpl. linkages with screws DA778 and bearing pivot
934302. Torque 8 Nm. The black linkages must be able to turn freely!
Fig. 37
Fasten 4 x tension spring HA165 onto linkage 934186 and centre
shaft 973896.
Fig. 38
2x
Mount shaft axle 934482 onto the centre shaft. Do not mount the
linkages into the flute!

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Fig. 39
2x
Press disc DL307 and 1 x bearing CA079 into the inner drum ring
until it fits.
Fig. 40
1x
Press the inner drum ring onto the centre shaft (side with flute). Install
disc DL033 and locking ring DL082.
Fig. 41
By turning the shaft axle (10 mm socket), the linkages click into place
and the rollers fit.
Fig. 42
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1.12 Installation of the scraper unit
1. Make sure that the side seal on the drum at
the left in the direction of travel is removed.
Fig.
43
2. Subsequently, insert the pre-assembled
scraper unit with the keyways first into the
singling unit casing and then insert it into
the intended holes to the right in direction of
travel.
Fig.
44
3. In the next step, insert the scraper unit in
the intended holes to the left in direction of
travel.
Fig.
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