Amazone AmaDrill+ User manual

Operating manual
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Control terminal
AmaDrill+
MG3856
BAH0040-9 01.19
Please read and observe this
operating manual before initial
operation of the implement!
Keep it in a safe place for future use!
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READING THE INSTRUCTION
manual and to adhere to it should not appear to
be inconvenient and superfluous as it is not
enough to hear from others and to realise that a
machine is good, to buy it and to believe that now
everything would work by itself. The person
concerned would not only harm himself but also
make the mistake of blaming the machine for the
reason of a possible failure instead of himself. In
order to ensure a good success one should go into
the mind of a thing or make himself familiar with
every part of the machine and to get acquainte
d
with its handling. Only this way, you would be
satisfied both with the machine as also with
yourself. To achieve this is the purpose of this
instruction manual.
Leipzig-Plagwitz 1872.

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Identification data
Control terminal AMADRILL+
Manufacturer's address
AMAZONEN-WERKE
H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG
Postfach 51
D-49202
Tel.:
E-mail:
Hasbergen, Germany
+ 49 (0) 5405 50 1-0
[email protected]
Spare part orders
Spare parts lists are freely accessible in the spare parts portal at
www.amazone.de.
Please send orders to your AMAZONE dealer.
Formalities of the operating manual
Document number: MG3856
Compilation date: 01.19
 Copyright AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG, 2019
All rights reserved.
Reprinting, even of sections, only possible with the approval of
AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG.

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Foreword
Dear Customer,
You have chosen one of the quality products from the wide product
range of AMAZONEN-WERKE, H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG. We
thank you for your trust in our products
Before initial operation, read and observe this operating manual, and
particularly the safety information.

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1User information .......................................................................................... 7
1.1Purpose of the document ......................................................................................................... 7
1.2Locations in the operating manual ........................................................................................... 7
1.1Diagrams .................................................................................................................................. 7
2General safety instructions ......................................................................... 8
2.1Obligations and liability ............................................................................................................ 8
2.2Informal safety measures ......................................................................................................... 8
2.3User workstation ...................................................................................................................... 8
2.4Safety-conscious working ........................................................................................................ 9
2.5Handling the product ................................................................................................................ 9
2.6Representation of safety symbols .......................................................................................... 10
3Product description ................................................................................... 11
3.1Intended use .......................................................................................................................... 12
3.2CE marking ............................................................................................................................ 12
4Layout and function ................................................................................... 13
4.1Operation with DMC Primera direct seed drills ...................................................................... 13
4.2Rotary cultivator operation ..................................................................................................... 13
4.3Operation with seed drills ....................................................................................................... 14
4.3.1Operation with cam wheel seed drill ...................................................................................... 14
4.3.2Operation with pneumatic seed drills ..................................................................................... 15
4.4Work display........................................................................................................................... 17
4.5Button assignment ................................................................................................................. 18
4.6Creation of tramlines .............................................................................................................. 20
5Start-up ....................................................................................................... 24
5.1Installing the control terminal ................................................................................................. 24
5.2Connecting the control terminal ............................................................................................. 24
5.3Switching the control terminal on/off ...................................................................................... 25
6Settings ....................................................................................................... 26
6.1Enter implement data ............................................................................................................. 26
6.2Displaying / altering the working width ................................................................................... 27
6.3Displaying / altering the target blower fan speed (during standstill) ...................................... 27
6.4Displaying / altering the target blower fan speed (during operation) ..................................... 28
6.5Displaying / altering the tramline rhythm ................................................................................ 28
6.6Calibration of the Vario gearbox ............................................................................................ 29
6.7Calibration value (pulses per 100 m) ..................................................................................... 30
6.7.1Determining / storing the calibration value (pulses per 100 m) ............................................. 30
6.7.2Displaying / editing the stored calibration value (pulses per 100 m) ..................................... 31
6.7.3Calculating the number of crank turns for the calibration test ............................................... 32
6.7.4Calibration test on seed drills with Vario gearbox without seed rate remote control ............ 33
6.7.5Calibration test for seed drills with Vario gear motor (up to model year 2014) ...................... 35
6.7.6Calibration test for implements with vario gear motor (as of model year 2015) .................... 37
6.7.7Calibration test for implements with full metering (pneumatic seed drills) ............................. 39
6.8Pre-metering prior to startup .................................................................................................. 41
6.8.1Start-up ramp ......................................................................................................................... 41
6.8.2Activate pre-metering ............................................................................................................. 41
7Work commencement ................................................................................ 42
7.1Tramline counter .................................................................................................................... 43
7.1.1Setting the tramline counter ................................................................................................... 43
7.1.2Block the tramline counter ..................................................................................................... 43
7.2Worked area........................................................................................................................... 44
7.2.1Displaying the worked part area ............................................................................................ 44

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7.2.2Erasing the part area memory ............................................................................................... 44
7.2.3Display the total area ............................................................................................................ 44
7.3Display during work ............................................................................................................... 45
7.4Function buttons .................................................................................................................... 46
7.4.1Display of the current blower fan speed ................................................................................ 46
7.4.2Displaying the target spread rate .......................................................................................... 46
7.4.3Displaying the speed of the metering roller drive motor ........................................................ 46
7.4.4Displaying the scale position of the Vario gearbox setting lever ........................................... 47
7.4.5Interrupting the sowing process by switching off the metering roller drive ........................... 47
8Faults .......................................................................................................... 48
8.1Fault display A3 ..................................................................................................................... 48
8.2Fault display A4 ..................................................................................................................... 48
8.3Fault display A5 ..................................................................................................................... 49
8.4Fault display A6 (DMC Primera only) .................................................................................... 50
8.5Fault display A7 ..................................................................................................................... 51
8.6Fault display A8 ..................................................................................................................... 51
8.7Fault display A9 ..................................................................................................................... 51
8.8Fault display A10 ................................................................................................................... 52
8.9Fault display A11 ................................................................................................................... 52
8.10Fault display A12 ................................................................................................................... 52
8.11Fault display A13 ................................................................................................................... 53
9Tables ......................................................................................................... 54
9.1Machine data table ................................................................................................................ 54
9.2Table for adjustable tramline rhythms ................................................................................... 61
9.3Table for calibration values / crank turns (guide values) ....................................................... 62
9.4Table for calibration values / crank turns for the calibration test ........................................... 65
9.5Table for metering roller / code number ................................................................................ 66
9.6Table for seed rate reduction while creating tramlines ......................................................... 68
9.6.1Calculation of the seed rate reduction:.................................................................................. 68
9.6.2Table for seed rate reduction: ............................................................................................... 68

User information
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1 User information
The User Information section provides information on use of the
operating manual.
1.1 Purpose of the document
This operating manual
 describes the operation of the control terminal
 provides important information on safe and efficient handling
 is a component of the control terminal and must always kept with
the implement or carried in the towing vehicle
 must be kept in a safe place for future use.
1.2 Locations in the operating manual
A
ll the directions specified in the operating manual are always seen in
the direction of travel.
1.1 Diagrams
Instructions and responses
Activities to be carried out by the user are given as numbered
instructions. Always keep to the order of the instructions. The reaction
to the handling instructions is given by an arrow.
Example:
1. Instruction 1
→ Implement response to instruction 1
2. Instruction 2
Lists
Lists without an essential order are shown as a list with bullets.
Example:
 Point 1
 Point 2
Item numbers in diagrams
Numbers in round brackets refer to the item numbers in the diagrams.
The first number refers to the diagram and the second number to the
item.
Example: (Fig. 3/6)
 Figure 3
 Item 6

General safety instructions
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2 General safety instructions
This section contains important instructions for operating the control
terminal safely.
2.1 Obligations and liability
Comply with the instructions in the operating manual
Knowledge of the basic safety instructions and safety regulations is a
basic prerequisite for safe handling and fault-free operation of the
control terminal.
Guarantee and liability
Our "General conditions of sales and delivery" are always applicable.
These shall be available to the operator, at the latest on conclusion of
the contract.
Guarantee and liability claims for damage to people or property will be
excluded if they can be traced back to one or more of the following
causes:
 Non-intended use of the control terminal
 Improper installation, commissioning and operation of the control
terminal
 Non-compliance with the instructions in the operating manual
regarding commissioning, operation and maintenance
 Unauthorised structural changes of the control terminal.
2.2 Informal safety measures
As well as all the safety information in this operating manual, comply
with the general, national regulations pertaining to accident prevention
and environmental protection.
2.3 User workstation
The control terminal must only be operated by one person sitting in
the driver's seat of the tractor.

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2.4 Safety-conscious working
Besides the safety information in this operating manual, the generally
applicable national workplace safety and accident prevention
regulations are binding.
2.5 Handling the product
Do not subject the control terminal to any mechanical vibrations or
impact.
Do not allow the control terminal to fall.
Do not touch the display of the control terminal with sharp objects, as
this could damage the display.
Protect the control terminal from wetness and moisture.
Do not place the control terminal near heat sources such as radiators
or ovens.
Never open the housing of the control terminal.
If repairs are necessary, contact a specialist workshop.

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2.6 Representation of safety symbols
Safety instructions are indicated by the triangular safety symbol and
the highlighted signal word. The signal word (DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION) describes the severity of the risk, and carries the following
meaning:
DANGER
Indicates a direct threat at high risk which will result in death or
most serious bodily harm (loss of limbs or long-term harm),
should it not be prevented.
If the instructions are not followed, then this will result in
immediate death or serious physical injury.
WARNING
Indicates a medium risk, which could result in death or (serious)
physical injury if not avoided.
If the instructions are not followed, then this may result in death
or serious physical injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a low risk which could cause minor or medium level
physical injury or damage to property if not avoided.
IMPORTANT
Indicates an obligation to special behaviour or an activity required for
proper machine handling.
Non-compliance with these instructions can cause faults on the
machine or disturbance to the environment.
NOTE
Indicates handling tips and particularly useful information.
These instructions will help you to use all the functions of your
machine in the best way possible.

Product description
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3 Product description
Fig. 1
Standard equipment Fig. 1/... Special equipment Fig. 1/...
(1) Control terminal with fastening bracket
(2) Socket connection, 12V
(3) Wiring harness with 20-pin connector
(4) Bracket with battery cable
choice of
one or two sockets

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3.1 Intended use
The control terminal is intended exclusively for conventional use as a display and monitoring device in
agricultural applications.
Intended use also includes observing all instructions in this operating manual.
Other uses to those specified above are forbidden and shall be considered as improper.
For any damage resulting from improper use
 the operator bears the sole responsibility
 AMAZONEN-WERKE accepts no liability.
3.2 CE marking
The CE marking (Fig. 2) signalises compliance
with the stipulations of the valid EU directives.
Fig. 2
Electrical equipment
Battery voltage: 12 V (volts)

Layout and function
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4 Layout and function
The following section provides information on the structure of the control terminal and the functions of
the individual components.
The control terminal has 6-digit display (Fig. 3/1).
The control terminal is equipped with an
EEPROM (memory chip) for storing data.
The data are again available for the next use,
even after a long period of deactivation of the on-
board power supply.
Fig. 3
4.1 Operation with DMC Primera direct seed drills
The control terminal issues an alarm when the set minimum fertiliser quantity is reached in the
fertiliser hopper.
4.2 Rotary cultivator operation
The control terminal monitors the function of the overload clutch.
Acoustic alarm in event of tool carrier standstill.

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4.3 Operation with seed drills
The AmaDrill+
 adapts the seeding rate to the working speed when equipped with the appropriate equipment
 measures the covered part area [ha].
 stores the cultivated total area [ha].
 indicates the forward speed [km/h].
 controls the tramline control and the tramline marker
 indicates the position of the hydraulically operated track markers
 initiates an alarm when the set minimum quantity is reached in the tank (fill level sensor
required).
4.3.1 Operation with cam wheel seed drill
The AmaDrill+ monitors the lay shaft drive (Fig.
4/1) for seed drills equipped with tramline control.
Fig. 4
The AmaDrill+ regulates and controls the
seeding rate via the seed rate remote control.
The seed rate remote control is activated by an
electric cylinder 12V stroke = 130 mm (Fig. 5/1).
Fig. 5

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4.3.2 Operation with pneumatic seed drills
Full metering
Implements with full metering have an electric gear motor that drives the metering rollers in the
metering units. The AmaDrill+ controls and regulates the electric gear motor for a uniform seeding
rate.
Pneumatic seed drills are equipped with different electric gear motors. When entering the implement
data the AmaDrill+ requires the precise type designation of your electric gear motor in coded form.
The type designation is on the rating plate of the electric gear motor, e.g.
 Electric gearbox EA365 (Fig. 6/1)
Fig. 6
 Electric gear motor EA423 (Fig. 7/1)
Fig. 7
 Electric gear motor EA419 (Fig. 8/1).
Fig. 8

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Micropellet spreader
The AmaDrill+ regulates and controls the
seeding rate of the micropellet spreader.
The metering unit of the micropellet spreader is
driven by an electric gear motor (Fig. 9/1).
Fig. 9
Distributor head
The AmaDrill+ monitors the tramline control in
the distributor head (Fig. 10/1). An acoustic
alarm sounds in the event of incorrect shutter
position.
Fig. 10
Blower fan
The control terminal monitors the fan speed.
If the actual speed deviates by more than 10 %
from the target speed, an acoustic signal is
initiated and in the display the control lamp (Fig.
11/1) above the speed symbol (Fig. 11/2)
flashes.
The speed monitoring is only active when the
seed drill is working.
Fig. 11

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4.4 Work display
The work display (Fig. 12) appears with the first
pulse from the distance sensor.
The flashing circle symbol (Fig. 12/1) during work
indicates that
 The control terminal receives pulses from
the distance sensor
 The control terminal is working correctly.
The work display depends on the working
situation [see table (Fig. 13)].
Fig. 12
Fig. 13/… Display and/or control symbol Sensor
1 Forward speed [km/h] pulses from the distance sensor
2 Tramline counter position Control terminal data
3
or
4
Control symbol Left track marker
in working position pulse,
e.g. from track marker sensor
Control symbol Right track marker
in working position
Display appears automatically in event of faults:
5 Control symbol Refill hopper pulses from level sensor
6 Control symbol Blower fan speed deviation
above 10%
pulses from fan sensor
(pneumatic seed drills)
Displays called up via function buttons:
7 Control symbol Worked area [ha] pulses from the distance sensor
8 Control symbol Blocking the tramline counter Manual entry
Fig. 13

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4.5 Button assignment
Button Button assignment Button Button assignment
Switching on/off Correction button
 Data input confirmation
 100% setting
Display target spread
rate [kg/ha]
Reduce
 the displayed value
 the spread rate [%]
Increase
 the displayed value
 the spread rate [%]
Input/display of
working width [m]
Input/display
of a soil-dependent number of
pulses of a
100 m-long calibration distance
[Yellow button]
Input/display
of fan nominal speed [rpm.]
Input of tramline rhythm
Select and change
mode and code
Settings for calibration test
Fig. 14

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Button Button assignment Button Button assignment
Block the tramline counter
Shift on
the tramline counter
For full metering:
Block metering roller
For full metering:
Pre-metering during start-up
With valve timing gear seeder:
Calibrate the Vario gearbox with
seed rate remote control
[Blue button]
Display of fan speed
Alternative via button actuation
Display of the cultivated
 part area [ha]
 total area [ha]
Alternative via button actuation
(1) Display (current)
 Working speed [km/h]
 Tramline counter
(2) Display (current)
 Spread rate [kg]
 Tramline counter
Full metering display:
Metering roller speed
Valve timing gear display:
Scale position of the seed rate
remote control pointer
Fig. 15

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4.6 Creation of tramlines
As described in the operating manual for the seed drill, the tramline control allows the creation of
tramlines at pre-selected intervals on the field.
When creating a tramline
 the tramline counter shows the number "0" on the control terminal
 the tramline coulters do not deposit any seeds in the soil.
 the seed rate must be reduced by the quantity that is otherwise deposited by the tramline coulters
(see section "Table for seed rate reduction while creating tramlines", Seite 68)
 the reduced seed rate is adjustable
(see section "Machine data table", Mode 7, Seite 56).
The seeding rate must not be reduced when creating the tramlines with
 Seed drills D9
 Seed drills AD
 Seed drills AD-P 3000/3500/4000 Super/Special.
Seed drills D9 and AD:
For D9 and AD seed drills, the drive shafts of the tramline metering
wheels remain at a standstill when creating the tramlines.
AD-P 3000/3500/4000 Super/Special:
AD-P 3000/3500/4000 Super/Special pack top seed drills are
equipped with seed return flow. The seed of the tramline coulters is
routed back into the seed hopper when creating tramlines.
AD-P 3001/3501/4001:
AD-P 3001/3501/4001 Super/Special pack top seed drills are not
equipped with seed return flow. For these seed drills, the seeding rate
must be reduced.