Cadman 1500 User manual

Revision: TR-MAN-1500
1500 / 1800 / 2000S
Mini-Travellers
OPERATOR’S, PARTS, and
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
2015 Edition

Title:
TR-MAN-1500
Operator's Manual - Mini-Travellers
Creation:
16-JAN-2015
by
Brandon Packer
Revision:
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents......................................................................................1
Cadman Mini-Travellers ............................................................................2
Warranty Policy .........................................................................................3
Safety Precautions ....................................................................................4
Safety Decals.............................................................................................5
Planning Your Application........................................................................7
Equipment Set-up....................................................................................12
Beginning Irrigation.................................................................................20
Completing Irrigation ..............................................................................23
Battery Exchange/Charging....................................................................25
Solar Panel Charger Option....................................................................28
Booster Pump Options............................................................................30
Parts Section............................................................................................33
Required Maintenance.............................................................................70
Indexer Adjustment Instructions............................................................73
Appendix A –Sprinkler Data...................................................................76
Technical Specifications.........................................................................78
Useful Information...................................................................................82
Revision History......................................................................................83

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Cadman Mini-Travellers
We would like to thank you for purchasing your new Cadman Mini-Traveller. You
have purchased a product of superior quality that will serve your needs for a long time
provided you follow this manual and safety procedures.
Figure 1 –Cadman Mini-Travellers img-00702
BEFORE operating your new Cadman Mini-Traveller, inspect the machine for any
damage or parts which may have come loose during shipping. REPORT ANY
DAMAGE TO CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED OR YOUR LOCAL DEALER
IMMEDIATELY!

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Warranty Policy
CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED warrants that each machine it
manufactures shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship. The terms of
this warranty are as follows:
All components manufactured by CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED
shall be warranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery, except
the frame and hose drum structures which shall be warranted for a period of
three (3) years.
CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED makes no warranty whatsoever in
regard to tires, motors, and other trade accessories used on its equipment. The
customer shall rely solely on the warranties offered (if any) by the respective
manufacturer of these trade accessories.
The sole obligation to CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED under this warranty
is limited to the repair or replacement of any part it manufactured, which, in the
judgment of CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED, failed under normal and
proper use and maintenance due to defective materials or workmanship. All freight
charges incurred shall be the sole responsibility of the customer.
CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED and its dealers (who are neither
authorized nor qualified to undertake any obligations on behalf of CADMAN
POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED) DO NOT,under any circumstances, accept any
responsibility for any losses or costs incurred due to parts failure and/or delays during
the parts replacement process.
This warranty will be considered void if any alterations or modifications have been
made to the machine without the express written consent of CADMAN POWER
EQUIPMENT LIMITED outlining the nature and the extent of such modifications.
CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED, whose policy is one of continuous
improvement, reserves the right to change specifications and designs without notice or
incurring obligation.
The warranties expressed herein are non-transferable and replace any other
warranties, either written or verbal, which may have been given or implied.

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Safety Precautions
Please take the time to read and understand this manual so that
unnecessary errors and risks are avoided. If you have any questions or
concerns, please contact Cadman Power Equipment Limited or your
local dealer/distributor.
DO NOT move or operate this machine until you have
read and understand the instructions in this manual.
NEVER allow untrained persons to operate this machine.
DO NOT attempt to service this machine while it is in
operation.
MAKE CERTAIN all mechanical tension has been
released and the battery is disconnected before
attempting any service on the machine.
MAKE CERTAIN all water pressure has been released
before removing supply lines or adjusting sprinkler.
Pressurized water can be trapped within the supply hose
when the automatic sprinkler shut-off is engaged.
CHECK all fasteners (nuts and bolts) regularly for
tightness.
PERFORM REQUIRED MAINTENANCE as prescribed or as necessary to keep
this machine in safe operating condition.
KEEP ALL SPECTATORS at a safe distance.
STAY CLEAR of high pressure supply lines, especially when first pressurizing
the system.
STAY CLEAR of power lines. Contact with power lines with irrigation water
WILL result in the machine being a conductor of electricity.
DO NOT remove or alter any shielding on this machine.
BE CERTAIN that the machine is securely anchored (using stabilizer feet)
before unwinding the hose.
KEEP CLEAR of all moving parts.
NEVER tow this machine at speeds greater than 10 mph / 16 km/h and be
certain the tow vehicle has adequate braking capacity to maintain safe control at
all times.
REGULAR INSPECTION of your pipe couplings, tubing and gaskets should be
a part of your regular set-up routine. Any defective parts MUST be replaced or
repaired before the machine is put into service.
This symbol, the safety-alert symbol, indicates a hazard. When you come
across the safety-alert symbol in this manual, make certain you fully
understand and abide by the given instructions or warnings.
Safety is just a word
until put into practice.
Safety must be the first
thing on your mind
when operating any
piece of machinery.
Failure to follow all
safety instructions can
result in serious injury
or death to you or any
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Safety Decals
Cadman Power Equipment Limited has determined the potential hazards and has
labeled the machine accordingly. The safety decals on this machine are intended to
warn the operator of potential hazards.
Figure 2 - Signal Word Panels img-00340
Each safety decal on this machine contains a Signal Word Panel which indicates the
degree of hazard. Definitions of the Signal Words are as noted below…
DANGER - an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, WILL
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING - a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and include hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed.
CAUTION - a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.
It is important that these decals are properly maintained.
keep all safety decals legible (remove dirt or debris)
replace any damaged or illegible decals
replace any missing decals
if applicable, install the current safety decal specified by Cadman Power
Equipment Limited on any components installed during repair
Figure 3 –Replace Decal img-00131-A

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Location of Safety Labels
Figure 4 - Safety Labels img-00703
For part numbers and quantities required please refer to the decal listing on page 54.
To obtain the required replacement safety decals contact Cadman Power
Equipment Limited. Re-install all decals in the proper location on the machine.

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Planning Your Application
You will benefit from having an accurate plan to follow before you set-up or operate
your equipment. When creating your plan, remember that a properly planned field
layout will cover the most area with the least amount of set-up time.
Step 1 - Field Preparation:
Determine the depth of application in inches.
Irrigating deeper than the root zone is considered over watering. The most
common depth for turf is between 0.2 –0.3 inches (5 –7.5 mm).
Figure 5 - Root Zone - Depth of Application img-00197
Step 2
Divide your field into the least number of sections to obtain complete
coverage.
First determine the area you plan to irrigate. If your field width is greater
than what can be achieved with one (1) pull you will be required to divide
the field into the least number of sections to reduce set-up time. Use your
sprinkler performance data tables to determine the coverage of your
Cadman Mini-Traveller.The sprinkler should be set-up so that the spray
diameter is covered plus sufficient overlap (beyond the edge of the crop) to
provide adequate watering at the edge of the field.
Hose Length “C”
Model
Feet
Meters
1500
350
107
1800
400
122
2000S
350
107
Figure 6 - Reel Coverage img-00193

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You MUST leave as a MINIMUM one (1) coil of hose on the drum at all times.
Failure to do so WILL result in hose damage.
Customize your application by choosing the right nozzle and pressure
combination to accommodate the area to be irrigated. Changing the nozzle
size and adjusting the water pressure can improve your irrigation plan. See
the next step.
Avoid quarter circle (partial pattern) operations while irrigating. During
quarter circle operation, sprinkler thrust tends to steer the sprinkler cart in
the direction of the water being thrown. Reduce the size of the sprinkler
nozzle and water pressure to reduce the diameter of spray. Remember the
retrieve rate WILL require adjustment to accommodate the reduced flow.
Figure 7 - Avoid Quarter Circle Applications img-00199
If conditions dictate that a quarter circle (partial
pattern) pass is unavoidable, prepare the travel lane
with a shallow trench for the hose to follow. Adding
extra weight to the rear of the sprinkler cart is also
beneficial. If these preparations are not possible or
prove inadequate you must adjust your set-up to
allow for a full spray pattern.
During normal operation, (full pattern the sprinkler operates to both sides of
the cart) sprinkler thrust will correct this steering action automatically. The
side to side movement of the cart should be no more than the width of the
carts rear tube. (where hose and sprinkler cart are connected)
Cadman Power Equipment Limited does NOT recommend a curved hose
pull out. This puts the equipment into a situation where it could become
damaged. If a curved pull is necessary, pull a minimum of 50 feet
(15.25 m) of hose straight out from the machine prior to beginning a long
gradual curve. The arc or curve must NOT form a ninety degree (90°) bend.
There are two (2)
reasons for this.
(1)
Even divisions of the
field allow maximum
versatility to combat
rising winds from any
direction.
(2)
The sprinkler cart will
track straight and be
less affected by
sprinkler thrust.
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Step 3A
Complete the following steps to determine your retrieve rate (desired width).
Determine what inlet pressure is available while the sprinkler
is working.
Using Table 1 on page 10, find the closest width to what is
required. Be sure the inlet pressure shown for that row is
equal to or less than your available pressure.
The width noted in Table 1 is the wetted areas. This means
the sprinkler will project water approximately 15% further than
listed. This allows for proper coverage. For actual spray
diameter of the sprinkler refer to Appendix A –Sprinkler
Data on page 76.
Read nozzle size from the Table.
Choose the application depth, then read your retrieve rate in
inches per minute.
Example 1:
Using a 1500 traveller with an inlet pressure of 35 psi,
determine retrieve rate required to apply 1/2" to a 90 ft wide
area.
8 mm - 34 PSI - 90' width - 6.5 inches/minute
9 mm - 37 PSI - 92' width - 7.9 inches/minute
Step 3B
Complete the following steps to determine your retrieve rate
(known nozzle size).
Determine what inlet pressure is available while the sprinkler
is working.
Using Table 2 on page 10, find the nozzle and pressure
combination you are using.
Choose the application depth, then read your retrieve rate in inches per minute.
The width noted in Table 2 is the wetted areas. This means the sprinkler will
project water approximately 15% further than listed. This allows for proper
coverage. For actual spray diameter of the sprinkler refer to Appendix A –
Sprinkler Data on page 76.
Example 2:
Using a 1800 traveller with an 10 mm nozzle and an inlet pressure of 70 psi,
determine retrieve rate required to apply 3/4" to the irrigated area.
From Table 1, the following combination is identified:
10 mm - 70 PSI - 205' width –5.5 inches/minute
The battery will be
depleted at a quicker
rate the faster the
retrieve rate is set.
For greater cycle life of
the battery it is
suggested to use a
slower retrieval rate.
If the sprinkler is not
spraying water, the
reading on the pressure
gauge will be higher
than actual available
pressure. It is important
to have the sprinkler in
action to get a true
reading.
If the pressure at the
irrigation sight is
inadequate you may
require a booster pump.
See page 60 for the
Cadman Booster Pump
option.

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Keep in mind that the charts should be used as a guide only. Always check
the actual application amount with rain gauges to confirm your retrieve rate
is correct.
1500 SIME - K1
Nozzle
Inlet
Wetted
Area
Retrieve Rate in Inches/Minute
Size
Pressure
Application Depth
PSI
Width'
1/4"
1/2"
3/4"
1"
8 mm
25
82
12.2
6.1
4.1
3.0
34
90
13.0
6.5
4.3
3.2
51
100
14.0
7.0
4.7
3.5
69
108
15.0
7.5
5.0
3.8
9 mm
28
86
14.6
7.3
4.9
3.7
37
92
15.7
7.9
5.2
3.9
55
102
17.3
8.6
5.8
4.3
74
110
18.4
9.2
6.1
4.6
10 mm
31
90
17.3
8.6
5.8
4.3
41
94
19.0
9.5
6.3
4.8
61
108
20.2
10.1
6.7
5.0
81
115
21.9
11.0
7.3
5.5
12 mm
39
90
25.0
12.5
8.3
6.3
52
100
25.9
12.9
8.6
6.5
77
110
28.6
14.3
9.5
7.1
102
123
29.6
14.8
9.9
7.4
Table 1 - 1500 SIME - K1
1500/1800/2000S KOMET –TWIN MAX
Nozzle
Inlet
Wetted
Area
Retrieve Rate in Inches/Minute
Size
Pressure
Application Depth
PSI
Width'
1/4"
1/2"
3/4"
1"
10 mm
30
148
14.7
7.3
4.9
3.7
50
177
15.9
7.9
5.3
4.0
70
205
16.4
8.2
5.5
4.1
100
235
17.0
8.5
5.7
4.2
11 mm
30
156
16.8
8.4
5.6
4.2
50
188
18.3
9.2
6.1
4.6
70
215
19.0
9.5
6.3
4.7
100
246
19.9
9.9
6.6
5.0
12 mm
25
148
19.6
9.8
6.5
4.9
45
190
20.5
10.3
6.8
5.1
65
218
21.6
10.8
7.2
5.4
90
248
22.3
11.1
7.4
5.6
13 mm
25
156
21.5
10.7
7.2
5.4
45
200
22.6
11.3
7.5
5.7
65
228
23.8
11.9
7.9
6.0
90
259
24.8
12.4
8.3
6.2
Table 2 - 1500/1800/2000S KOMET - TIWN MAX

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Step 4
Determine the best position for your reel in each section.
The best start position for your reel is at the center of the furthest section
away from the source of water. By doing this your subsequent setups will
not require additional water source changes.
Ensure you abide by local by-laws and regulations for water usage.
Cadman Power Equipment Limited recommends that you consult with your
local water authority.
Where field conditions permit, always attempt to pull the hose either up or
down sloping terrain instead of operating on the side of a hill. If a side hill
condition is unavoidable, provide a hilled trench as a guide for the hose and
add extra weight to the sprinkler cart to prevent upset.
The hose will slide down the hill if a trench is not created. The hose will
become much heavier once water is introduced. Failing to provide a trench
will result in serious equipment damage and could result in you and/or
your spectators being injured.
Obstacles will play a big part in the planning process. If an obstacle
interferes with the area to be irrigated an adjustment to the plan will be
required.
Figure 8 - Obstacles in Plan img-00234
The hose will naturally take the shortest path (a straight line). Without
resistance such as a contour, trench or a furrow the hose will tend to
straighten. The sprinkler cart will make contact with any obstacle if there is
no resistance. Failure to provide a form of resistance will result in serious
equipment damage and could result in you and/or your spectators being
injured.

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Equipment Set-up
Now that you have created a plan you are ready to set-up your Cadman Mini-
Traveller in the field. Complete the following instructions to prepare for irrigation.
Step 1
Following your plan, choose transport method. Choose from hand operation or
towable operation.
Figure 9 - Choose Transport Method img-00704
Step 2
Engage the drive system then tow the machine to the first section.
Figure 10 - Engage Drive System Prior to Transport img-00711
It is important to verify that the drive system is engaged prior to moving
your Cadman Mini-Traveller. Failure to do so can result in equipment
damage.

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Step 3
To allow for better coverage, park the reel 5 ft. (1.5 m) minimum from the beginning
of the section to be irrigated.
Keep the machine on firm and level ground.
Figure 11 - Work on Firm and Level Ground (image exaggerated) img-00330
Step 4
Disconnect your machine from the towing vehicle. (If applicable)
Step 5
Ensure the ground where the machine is set-up is soft enough for the stabilizer feet
to penetrate the surface. The machine may require anchoring if the ground is too hard.
Figure 12 - Engage Stabilizer Feet img-00706

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Failure to engage stabilizer feet will result in serious equipment damage
and potential for injuries to you and/or spectators.
Step 6
Lower the sprinkler cart from the transport bracket by pulling the Spring Plunger to
release the handle leaver, then pulling the handle downward to lower the sprinkler cart
to the ground. Then simply pull the sprinkler cart away from the mini traveller. Raise the
Mini traveler sprinkler cart handle back up to the home location and use the spring
plunger to lock it back in place. To pick the sprinkler cart back up follow these
instructions in reverse.
Figure 13 - Lower Sprinkler Cart img-00707

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Step 7
Disengage the drive system before towing the sprinkler cart out.
Figure 14 - Disengage Drive System Prior to Towing Out Sprinkler Cart img-00705
It is important to verify that the drive system is disengaged prior to moving
the sprinkler cart on your Cadman Mini-Traveller. Failure to do so can
result in equipment damage.
Step 8
Tow the sprinkler cart to the start point of irrigation. Always leave a minimum of
one (1) wrap of hose on the drum. When pulling the hose out, keep it straight. If
obstacles require you to change your path, make the change gradual.
The hose will naturally take the shortest path. Without resistance such as a contour,
trench or a furrow the hose will tend to straighten. You may have to adjust your
irrigation plan to accommodate for obstacles. (Refer to “Planning Your Application”
on page 7.)
Figure 15 - Pull Out Hose Straight img-00244

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DO NOT exceed 3 mph (5 km/h) while pulling out the hose. DO NOT stop
suddenly at the end of your travel lane. Slow gradually when nearing the
end of the pull. Keep spectators away from the machine while pulling out
the hose. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
equipment damage and potential for injuries to you and/or spectators.
Step 8
Verify the sprinkler set up is correct and install the correct nozzle. Also at this time,
set the part circle stops on the sprinkler. The sprinkler should be set behind the cart so
that the travel path remains dry until the cart passes.
Figure 16 - Correct Spray Setting img-00201
Step 9
Your Cadman Mini-Traveller is equipped with an auto sprinkler shut-off system.
This system will stop the flow of water to the sprinkler at the end of each retrieve cycle.
When the Auto Shut-off System is used, there WILL be a pressure spike
within the supply circuit. Take the appropriate precautions to prevent
equipment damage and/or injury to you and/or spectators.
If you do not have appropriate precautions in place (i.e. automatic pump
shut down) DO NOT use this feature!
Disabled
If you would like to disable the automatic water shut-off, turn the ball valve to the off
position. Water will continue to flow once the sprinkler cart has been retrieved. No
further sprinkler cart adjustments are required.
Enabled
The valve trigger should be pulled away from the valve and valve button pushed in
towards the hose end of the sprinkler cart. Turn the ball valve to the open position.
This will allow water flow to the sprinkler. When the sprinkler cart has been retrieved
the valve trigger will shift the water shut-off valve and stop the flow of water to the
sprinkler.

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Figure 17 - Water Shut Off Valve img-00708
Step 10
Return to the machine and inspect the hose remaining on the drum. The hose
should be tightly coiled and not loose. If the hose is loose, tighten the coils so that they
form a neatly packed spool. Rotate the drum if necessary.
Figure 18 - Spool Condition img-00245

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Step 11
Inspect the indexer. The hose should travel in a straight line through the hose guide.
If the hose is angled through the indexer refer to the “Indexer Adjustment Instructions”
found on page 73.
Figure 19 - Indexer / Hose Alignment img-00709

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Notes