Hardi EAGLE 3PT Boom User manual

EAGLE 3PT Boom
10521903 (10/91)
Operator’s Manual

HARDI
EAGLE 3PT Boom
Operator's Manual
105219 (10/99)
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material, or specification without notice thereof.
HARDI®and other product names are registered trademarks
of HARDI®Inc. in the U.S. and in other countires.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION 7
2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION 8
3.0 GLOSSARY 13
4.0 ASSEMBLING THE 3PT EAGLE BOOMS 14
4.1
Attaching Center Frame to 3pt Hitch Frame 1 4
4.2 Preparing Wings for Installation 15
4.3 Installing Boom Wings 15
4.4 Mounting Hydraulic Hoses 16
4.5 Installing Center Frame Spray Tube Assembly 17
4.6 Adjusting the Center Section Cables 18
4.7 Attaching Feed Hoses - Two Valve System 19
4.8 Attaching Feed Hoses - Three Valve System 20
4.9 Hydraulic Hook-Up 21
4.10 HZ Hydraulics Joystick Controls 22
4.11 DH Hydraulics (Optional) 23
4.12 Performing Final Inspection 23
5.0 OPERATING THE EAGLE 3PT BOOM 24
5.1 Folding & Unfolding the 3 pt Boom (HY & HT booms only) 24
5.2 Operating the Wing Tilt (If applicable) 25
5.3 Folding & Unfolding Booms (HZ Hydraulics) 25
5.4 Folding One Side Only (HZ Hydraulics only) 26
5.5 Nozzle Selection 26
5.6 Calibration 29
6.0 ADJUSTMENTS 33
6.1 Adjustments & Maintenance Intervals 33
6.2 Checking & Adjusting Sprocket Timing 34
6.3 Alignment of Wing Assemblies 35
6.4 Alignment of Intermediate & Outer Boom Sections 35
6.5 Adjusting Front Fold Cable 36
6.6 Adjusting the Breakaway Clutch 37
6.7 Adjusting Wings Level to Ground 38
6.8 Adjusting the Center Section 39
6.9 Adjusting the Boom Transport Position 39
6.10 Adjusting the Rear Cable 40
7.0 MAINTENANCE 41
7.1 Lubrication 41
7.2 Greasing the Center Frame 41

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7.3 Greasing the Suspension/Pivot Linkage 41
7.4 Greasing the Boom 42
7.5 Greasing the Breakaway Clutch 42
7.6 Nozzle Filters 43
7.7 In-Line Filters (optional) 43
7.8 Nozzle Tubes and Fittings 43
7.9 Maintenance of Triplets (when fitted) 44
8.0 PUMP & CONTROLS 45
8.1 P.T.O. shaft Operator Safety 45
8.2 Installation of P.T.O. shaft (361 pump only) 46
8.3 Diaphragm Sprayer Plumbing Diagram 48
8.4 Adjustment of the EC Controls 49
8.5 Adjustment of Constant Pressure 50
8.6 Agitation Adjustment (agitation nozzles only) 51
8.7 Self Cleaning Filter 52
8.8 Checking Ball Seat in EC Controls 53
8.9 Checking the Valve Cone in Distribution Valves 53
8.10Changing the Valves & Diaphrams in a 361/462 Pump 54
8.11Centrifugal Sprayer Plumbing Diagram 55
8.12Operation of the ESC Controls 56
8.13Adjustment of the ESC Controls 57
8.14Agitation Adjustment (agitation nozzles only) 58
8.15Control Box for Electric Control Units 59
9.0 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE 60
9.1 Follow Safe Transport and Towing Procedures 60
9.2 Storage of the EAGLE 3-point Boom 61
9.3 Winter Storage 62
10.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 63
10.1 Hydraulic Systems 63
10.2 Mechanical Problems 64
10.3 Hydraulic Schematics 65
10.4 General Spray Systems 67
10.5 Foam Marker 70
10.6 Flush & Rinse™ 71
10.7 Chemical Filler 71
11.0 ACCESSORIES 72
12.0 WARRANTY POLICY AND CONDITIONS 75

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Dear Owner,
Thank you for purchasing a HARDI®product and welcome to the ever
increasing family of HARDI®sprayer owners.
Our sprayers and accessories are rapidly becoming a familiar sight on
North American farms. We believe that this results from growers becom-
ing increasingly conscious of chemical input costs and the vital need for
cost effective chemical application equipment.
Please take the time to thoroughly read the Operator’s Manual before
using your equipment. You will find many helpful hints as well as important
safety and operation information.
Some of the features on your EAGLE 3PT boom were suggested by
growers. There is no substitute for “on farm” experience and we invite your
comments and suggestions.
Please address your correspondence to the Service Manager at one of
these branches:
Sincerely,
Tom L. Kinzenbaw
President
HARDI
HARDI®MIDWEST
1500 West 76th St.
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
HARDI®GREAT LAKES
290 Sovereign Rd.
London, Ontario N6M 1B3
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
HARDI® WEST COAST
5646 W. Barstow, Suite 101
Fresno, California 93722
Phone: [phone]
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HARDI EAGLE 3PT Boom shown mounted on tractor
Fig. 1
HARDI EAGLE 3PT Boom shown in storage position
Fig. 2

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The EAGLE 3-point boom is a fully suspended hydraulically operated
spray boom featuring self-stabilizing trapeze suspension with coil
springs and a shock absorber to control the rate of boom movement.
The 3-point hitch frame meets the requirements for mounting the
sprayer to a CAT II or CAT III 3 point hitch or CAT II or CAT III-N quick
hitch coupler. The Hitch frame has a pump mounting plate (for PTO
and hydraulic drive pumps) as well as provision for mounting control
units and other accessories.
The 48’ and 60’ EAGLE 3-point boom also has parking stands
attached to the center frame which allows the boom to freestand when
not in use.
Three versions of the EAGLE 3-point boom are available. The “HY”
features simultaneous boom wing folding. The “HT” features
simultaneous wing fold and individual wing tilt through three tractor
double acting outlets. The “HZ” features electric hydraulic wing fold
(same as “HY”) plus individual wing tilt. This will require two tractor
double acting outlets and a 12v power supply. The hydraulic hoses that
attach to the tractor are fitted with 1/2” NPT quick couplers.
The EAGLE 3-point boom can be equipped with either single Snap-fit
or triplet nozzle bodies. Two pump and control systems are available
as options to the 3-point EAGLE boom. The Diaphragm pump system
features a HARDI®361 Diaphragm pump and electric control unit with
HARDI-matic, a mechanical rate controller, and a self-cleaning
pressure filter. The Centrifugal pump system features a Ace 206
hydraulically driven pump with an electric control unit. Both systems
are complete with adjustable agitation, constant pressure feature, in-
cab control box, system pressure gauge, and PTO shafts.

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2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
ALWAYS READ OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE
USING EQUIPMENT
DO NOT REMOVE ANY SAFETY DEVICES OR
SHIELDS. NEVER SERVICE, CLEAN OR REPAIR A
MACHINE WHILE IT IS OPERATING
WARNING
ALWAYS WATCH FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IT MEANS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

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RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
This is the Safety-alert symbol. When you see
this symbol on your machine or in this manual,
be alert to the potential for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.
2.1 Follow Safety Instructions
- Carefully read all the safety messages in this manual and the
safety labels fitted to the machine. Keep safety labels in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety labels. Be sure
that new equipment components include any current safety
labels. Replacement safety labels are available from your
authorized HARDI dealer.
-Learn how to operate the spray boom and controls properly. Do
not let anyone operate the machine without proper instructions.
- Keep your EAGLE 3PT boom in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications or use may impair the function and/or
safety and affect the spray boom’s life.
-If you do not understand any part of this manual and need
assistance, please contact your authorized HARDI dealer.
2.2 Operating The EAGLE 3PT Boom Safely
1. Read the complete manual carefully and become familiar with the
operation of the equipment before initial operation of each spraying
season. Failure to do so may result in possible over or under
application of spray solution which may drastically affect crop
production or lead to personal injury.
2. Before starting the engine on the tractor unit, be sure all operating
controls are in the off or neutral position including, but not limited to,
the P.T.O. shaft and or spray controls. Be sure the tractor power
train is disengaged.
3. Operate spray and boom functions only when seated in the
operator’s seat.

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4. One of the most frequent causes of personal injury or death results
from persons falling off or being run over. Do not permit others to
ride on or in. Only one person - the operator - should be on the
machine when in operation.
5. Before leaving the tractor seat, stop the engine, put all controls in
neutral, and put the transmission control lever in the park position
or neutral with the brakes locked. Read the tractor operations
manual for added safety precautions.
6. P.T.O. driven equipment can cause serious injury. Before working
on or near the P.T.O. shaft, servicing or cleaning the equipment,
put P.T.O. lever in the DISENGAGE position and stop the engine.
7. Do not fold or unfold boom near overhead wires. Serious injury or
death could result if contact is made with electric wires.
8. Keep hands, feet & clothing away from moving parts.
9. Wear relatively tight and belted clothing to prevent from being
caught on some part of the machine.
10.Slow down when turning, especially with boom extended.
11.Always keep children away from your sprayer and/or tractor unit.
12.Before transporting the sprayer, ensure that the boom is fully folded
and fully locked into transport rests and stops. Ensure all locking
devices are fully engaged whether hydraulic or mechanical.
13.Slow moving tractors and spray equipment can create a hazard
when on public roads. Use flashing lights to avoid personal injury or
death resulting from any accidents. Local regulations may require
installation of warning lights.
14. Avoid injuries from high pressure fluids penetrating the skin by
relieving system pressure before disconnecting hydraulics or other
lines. Ensure all fittings are tight before applying pressure to the
system.
15. Understand service procedures before undertaking any
maintenance. Never lubricate, service, or adjust the spray boom
while it’s operating. Securely support any components before
working on them.
16.Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damaged parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
Remove excessive buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

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2.3 Handling Chemical Products Safely
1. Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause serious injury.
These chemicals can include lubricants, coolants, paints, adhesives
and agricultural chemicals. Material Safety Data Sheets (M.S.D.S.)
are available for all hazardous chemicals which inform the user of
specific details including, physical and health hazards, safety
procedures, and emergency response techniques.
2. Protective clothing such as rubber gloves, goggles, coveralls and
respirator must be worn during operation. All protective clothing
should be kept in excellent condition and cleaned regularly or
discarded.
3. If chemicals come in contact with any exposed skin areas, wash
immediately with clean water and detergent. Never place nozzle
tips or any other components that have been exposed to chemicals
to mouth to blow out obstructions. Use a soft brush to clean spray
nozzles.
4. Dedicate an area to fill, flush, calibrate and decontaminate sprayer
where chemicals will not drift or run off to contaminate people,
animals, vegetation, water supply, etc. Locate this area where there
is virtually no chance of children being in contact with this residue.
5. Decontaminate equipment used in mixing, transferring, and
applying chemicals after use. Follow the instructions on the
chemical label for the correct procedure required. Wash spray
residue from outside of the sprayer to prevent corrosion.
6. Extreme care should be taken in measuring spray products.
Powders should be used in suitable sized packages or weighed
accurately. Liquids should be poured into a suitable graduated
container. Keep chemical containers low when pouring. Wear a
filtered respirator and let the wind blow away from you to avoid dust
and/or splashes contacting the skin or hair.
7. Store chemicals in a separate, plainly marked locked building. Keep
the chemical in its original container with the label intact.
8. Dispose all empty containers after rinsing in accordance with local
regulations & by-laws. Dispose of all unused chemicals and left
over fertilizer in an approved manner.
9. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher available at all times when
handling chemicals.

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2.4 Local Poison Information Center
PHONE NO. ____________ -____________ -___________________
Find the phone number for the poison control center in your phone
book and write it in the space above.
Keep a list in the space provided below, of all the chemicals that you
have in use.
1. ___________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________
3. ___________________________________________________
4. ___________________________________________________
5. ___________________________________________________
6. ___________________________________________________
7. ___________________________________________________
8. ___________________________________________________
9. ___________________________________________________
10. ___________________________________________________

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3.0 GLOSSARY
A - Breakaway Section
B - Outer Wing Section
C - Intermediate Wing Section
D - Center Frame
Fig. 3
1)RIGHT HAND AND LEFT HAND SIDES- Are determined by
facing the forward direction of travel.
2) HZ MODELS- An EAGLE 3PT boom with electrically activated
hydraulics. This boom can raise and lower, fold inner or outer
wings simultaneously, and tilt each wing individually.
3)FOLDED BOOM- Refers to the boom in transport position.
4)UNFOLDED BOOM- Refers to the boom in the spraying position.
5)WING- Refers to the folding portion of the boom.
6)LIFT FRAME- Mounts to the upper and lower parallelogram arms.
7)CENTER SECTION- Refers to the portion of the boom that the
wings attach to.The wings move up and down with the center.
8)LINK ARMS- Attaches the Center Section to the Lift Frame.
9)INTERMEDIATE WING- Refers to the inner portion of the wing.
10) OUTER WING- Refers to the outer portion of the wing.
11) BREAKAWAY- Refers to the part of the wing that allows
movement in the event of striking an object.
A
B
CD

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4.0 ASSEMBLING THE 3PT EAGLE BOOMS
WARNING: USE PROPER LIFTING EQUIPMENT.
LIFTING HEAVY EQUIPMENT INCORRECTLY CAN
CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR MACHINE DAMAGE.
FOLLOW ALL RECOMMENDED PROCEDURES FOR
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF COMPONENTS IN
THE MANUAL.
The 3-point EAGLE boom is shipped in 5 parts.
1. Center frame assembly
2. Wing assembly RH
3. Wing assembly LH
4. 3-point hitch frame
5. Boom mount kit
4.1 Attaching Center Frame to 3-point Hitch Frame
WARNING: CENTER FRAME WILL NOT STAND ON ITS
OWN, EVEN WITH 3PT HITCH FRAME ATTACHED. IT
IS ADVISABLE TO ATTACH THE 3PT HITCH FRAME
TO TRACTOR HITCH BEFORE STARTING TO
ASSEMBLE THE SPRAYER.
Fig. 4
Attach center frame to hitch
frame with 4 (2”x6”x3/8”)
clamping plates (A) and 8 (5/
8”x3-1/2”UNC) bolts & nuts
(B). There are 4 height
positions to chose from
allowing a 10-1/2” (265mm)
variation in spray height
between each setting (Fig 5).
Fig. 5
A
B

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4.2 Preparing Wings for Installation
CAUTION: FOR SAFE HANDLING, TIE INNER & OUTER
BOOM SECTIONS TOGETHER TO PREVENT
ACCIDENTAL UNFOLD DURING INSTALLATION.
1. Tie outer boom sections to inner section.
2. Attach lifting chain at lift point (A) on
inner boom section. Position chain
between vertical and angled boom
members so chain does not move
from this point when boom is lifted.
4.3 Installing Boom Wings
1a. HY BOOM - Fit nut (1) washers (2) to the threaded end of the tie
rod. Fit the rod under tab on mount plates on center frame. Fit
remaining washers and lock nut to the rods.
1b. HZ BOOM - Attach tilt cylinders to center frame using pins and
cotter pins. Remove plugs from cylinder ports and manually
extend cylinders to their full extension. Install 0-ring washers and
restrictor fittings in both ports on hydraulic cylinders. The restrictor
with the small hole is fitted to the fixed (base) end of the hydraulic
cylinder. Fig. 7.
2. Position boom hinge on center frame
with folded boom sections to the front.
3. Attach tie rod/tilt cylinder to hinge pin
and cotter pins.
4. Line up lower hinge pin holes and insert
pin. Insert threaded pin from the front
through the center frame and hinge and
retain with lock nut.
5. Attach safety chain from center section to extended pin on upper
end of hydraulic cylinder - Fit locking ring to pin. This will prevent
boom sections from accidentally unfolding during installation.
6. Repeat steps 3-6 for other wing.
7. Attach equalizer cables to inner boom sections using M12x50mm
bolts and lock nuts.
8. Install 0-ring washers and restrictor fittings in both ports of
hydraulic fold cylinders. Restrictor with small hole goes in the fixed
(base) end of the hydraulic cylinder (Fig 7).
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Restrictor

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4.4 Mounting Hydraulic Hoses
WARNING:
• BE SURE TO HOOK UP HYDRAULIC LINES PROPERLY!
• MAKE SURE THE HYDRAULIC LINES HAVE NOT BEEN
DAMAGED DURING SHIPPING.
• ESCAPING HYDRAULIC FLUID UNDER PRESSURE CAN
PENETRATE THE SKIN CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. AVOID
THIS HAZARD BY RELIEVING PRESSURE BEFORE
DISCONNECTING HYDRAULIC LINES.
• ENSURE ALL CONNECTIONS ARE TIGHT BEFORE APPLYING
PRESSURE. SEARCH FOR LEAKS WITH A PIECE OF
CARDBOARD, NOT YOUR HANDS!
• IMPROPER HOOK-UP CAN CAUSE DANGEROUS BOOM
MOVEMENTS AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE SPRAYER
HYDRAULICS.
• DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE NEAR A HYDRAULIC BOOM IN
OPERATION.
• ALWAYS SHUT TRACTOR OFF WHEN CONNECTING,
SERVICING OR ADJUSTING BOOM.
IMPORTANT:
Due to the wide variations in tractor hydraulic
systems and capacities, care should be exercised when initially
operating the sprayer hydraulic cylinders. It is advisable to adjust
the hydraulic flow control down to the minimum rate before
operating the system. Adjust/increase the flow control after the
system is bled of any air, if necessary.
Fig. 8

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A/Fold cylinders
1. Route hydraulic hoses to fold cylinders (Section 9.0)
2. Attach hydraulic hoses from right hand side of hydraulic block on
center section to port on the hinge base end of hydraulic fold
cylinders.
3. Attach hydraulic hoses from left hand side of hydraulic block on
center section to the other port on the hydraulic fold cylinders.
4. Disconnect fold cylinder rod (adjustable eye end) from wing section.
5. Ensure cylinder is free for retraction and extension.
6. Connect hydraulic hoses to double acting outlet on tractor.
7. Start tractor engine and cycle fold cylinders by actuating double
acting outlet 10 times to bleed air from hydraulic system.
8. Stop tractor engine, check hydraulic oil level and fill as necessary.
9. Attach fold cylinder rods to boom sections, using previously
removed pins and cotter pins.
B/Tilt cylinders
1. Route hydraulic hoses to fold cylinders (Section 9.0)
2. If hydraulic tilt cylinders are fitted to spray boom, air should be bled
from these lines before spraying.
3. Disconnect tilt cylinder rod eyes from wing section.
IMPORTANT: WING SECTION MUST BE SUPPORTED BEFORE
REMOVAL OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ROD EYES.
4. Ensure cylinder is free for retraction and extension.
5. Start tractor engine and cycle fold cylinders by actuating double
acting outlet 10 times to bleed air from hydraulic system.
6. Stop tractor engine, check hydraulic oil level and fill as necessary.
7. Reattach tilt cylinder rods to boom sections.
4.5 Installing Center Frame Spray Tube Assembly
1. Attach brackets to center frame using M6x30mm cap screws and
lock nuts. If necessary, loosen lock nut swivel pin and turn pin so
bracket is flush against the frame.
NOTE: To gain access to mounting holes on the nozzle track,
remove plastic nozzle retaining nuts closest to mount holes and
move tube as necessary to install cap screws from the bottom.
2. Attach spray tube assembly using M6x20mm cap screws with lock
nuts on top. The 4 nozzle tube is to be on the right -hand side.

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4.6 Adjusting the Center Section Cables
WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE CENTER CABLES
WITHOUT HAVING THE BOOM FOLDED ALL THE WAY INTO THE
TRANSPORT POSITION.
The center section cables work together to keep the center frame
square to the stationary frame, while folding boom in for transport or
when spraying with one side raised and folded (HT and HZ only).
1. Fold boom into transport position.
2. Shut the tractor off.
3. Check that the tilt cylinders are COMPLETELY EXTENDED. Adjust
if necessary (HT and HZ only).
4. Loosen jam nuts (C)(Fig 9).
5. Check that the cables are routed over the center section nozzle
mount brackets.
A
B
CC
B
A
Fig. 9