Hardi Ranger Series User manual

GLOBAL
RANGER
Instruction book
67021203 - Version 1.00
US - 07.2006

GLOBAL
RANGER
Instruction book
67021203 - Version 1.00
US - 07.2006
HARDI® reserves the right to make changes in design, material, or specification without notice thereof.
HARDI® and other product names are registered trademarks of HARDI® Inc. in the U.S. and in other countries.

Table of contents
TOC. 1
1 - Welcome
Welcome letter......................................................................................................................................................1
2 - Safety notes
Operator safety .....................................................................................................................................................1
General info................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Local poison information center...........................................................................................................................3
3 - Description
General info..................................................................................................................................................1
View.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
View.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Identification plates.....................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Roadworthiness .............................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Sprayer use........................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Frame....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Tank........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Liquid system ...............................................................................................................................................4
General info - MANIFOLD system.......................................................................................................................................................................4
Pump ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Valves and symbols .....................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Green valves - Green disc = Pressure valve..................................................................................................................................................5
Black valves - Black disc = Suction valve........................................................................................................................................................5
Electrical operated MANIFOLD valves (optional equipment) ..........................................................................................................5
Diagram - Diaphragm Liquid system...............................................................................................................................................................6
Diagram - Centrifugal Liquid system ...............................................................................................................................................................7
Control unit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Filters.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
CycloneFilter.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
HARDI® FILLER.................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Agitation/Tank Rinse valve......................................................................................................................................................................................9
Boom ..........................................................................................................................................................10
Boom and terminology..........................................................................................................................................................................................10
Equipment ..................................................................................................................................................11
Step (optional) .............................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Platform............................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Tank level indicator...................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Remote pressure gauge ........................................................................................................................................................................................12

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4 - Sprayersetup
General info..................................................................................................................................................1
Unloading the sprayer from the truck.............................................................................................................................................................1
Before putting the sprayer into operation....................................................................................................................................................1
Support jack.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Mechanical connections ...............................................................................................................................2
Hitch - Height adjustment......................................................................................................................................................................................2
Transmission shaft - Operator’s safety.............................................................................................................................................................2
Transmission shaft - Installation ..........................................................................................................................................................................2
Hydraulic systems........................................................................................................................................4
General info......................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Requirements - tractor (SPB-HY & SPB-HZ) ..................................................................................................................................................4
Electrical connections...................................................................................................................................5
Power supply...................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Control boxes..................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Installation of control unit brackets ..................................................................................................................................................................5
Installation of ‘D.H.’ control unit - Hydraulics (HZ only) .........................................................................................................................6
Installation of joystick handle - Hydraulics (HZ only).............................................................................................................................6
Installation of control box - EVC control unit .............................................................................................................................................7
Road safety kit.................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Track width, axlesand wheels.....................................................................................................................8
Altering the track width............................................................................................................................................................................................8
Turning rim and rim plate .......................................................................................................................................................................................8
5 - Operation
Boom ............................................................................................................................................................1
Safety info..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Maneuvering of the boom - HY version ........................................................................................................................................................1
Maneuvering of the boom - HZ version with Joystick control........................................................................................................2
Boom tilt function - Joystick control ................................................................................................................................................................2
Maneuvering of the boom - HZ version with ‘DH’ control.................................................................................................................3
Boom tilt function - ‘DH’ control..........................................................................................................................................................................3
Folding one side only (HZ Hydraulics only).................................................................................................................................................4
Liquid system ........................................................................................................................................................5
Filling of water ................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Filling through tank lid..............................................................................................................................................................................................5
Suction filling device (optional - main tank only)..............................................................................................................................................................6
Filling of main tank using Quick Fill (optional).....................................................................................................................................................................7
Filling of flush tank using Quick Fill (optional).....................................................................................................................................................................7
Filling of clean water tank.................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Adjustment of EVC operating unit ..............................................................................................................................................................................................8
Safety precautions - crop protection chemicals.................................................................................................................................................................9
Filling chemicals through tank lid.............................................................................................................................................................................................10
Filling Liquid chemicals by HARDI® FILLER..........................................................................................................................................................................11
Filling Powder chemicals by HARDI® FILLER.......................................................................................................................................................................12
Agitation before re-starting spraying......................................................................................................................................................................................13
Operating the control unit while spraying..........................................................................................................................................................................13
Quick reference - Operation .........................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Cleaning ..............................................................................................................................................................15
General info.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Cleaning the tank and liquid system ......................................................................................................................................................................................16
Cleaning and maintenance of filters.......................................................................................................................................................................................16
Use of flush tank and rinsing nozzles .....................................................................................................................................................................................17
Quick reference - Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Technical residue..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Using the drain valve.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Spray Technique - see separate book.....................................................................................................................................................................................18
Optional extras - see separate books......................................................................................................................................................................................18

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6 - Maintenance
Lubrication ...................................................................................................................................................1
General info......................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Recommended lubricants ......................................................................................................................................................................................1
Boom lubrication & oiling plan............................................................................................................................................................................1
Trailer lubrication & oiling plan............................................................................................................................................................................2
Service and Maintenance intervals..............................................................................................................3
10 hours service - Suction filter ...........................................................................................................................................................................3
10 hours service - Cyclone filter..........................................................................................................................................................................3
10 hours service - In-Line filter (optional equipment) ..........................................................................................................................4
10 hours service - Nozzle filters...........................................................................................................................................................................4
10 hours service - Spraying circuit.....................................................................................................................................................................4
50 hours service - Transmission shaft ..............................................................................................................................................................4
50 hours service - Wheel bolts and nuts .......................................................................................................................................................4
50 hours service - Tire pressure ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
250 hours service - Readjustment of the boom.......................................................................................................................................5
250 hours service - Hydraulic circuit ................................................................................................................................................................5
250 hours service - Hoses and tubes...............................................................................................................................................................5
250 hours service - Wheel bearings..................................................................................................................................................................5
1000 hours service - Transmission shaft.........................................................................................................................................................5
1000 hours service - Wheel bearings...............................................................................................................................................................6
Occasional maintenance ..............................................................................................................................7
General info......................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Pump valves and diaphragms replacement ...............................................................................................................................................7
Pump valves and diaphragms replacement ...............................................................................................................................................8
Cone check/replacement for EVC operating unit....................................................................................................................................8
Cone check/replacement for EVC distribution valve.............................................................................................................................9
Level indicator adjustment.....................................................................................................................................................................................9
Level indicator cord replacement ......................................................................................................................................................................9
Drain valve seal replacement.............................................................................................................................................................................10
Nozzle tubes and fittings......................................................................................................................................................................................10
Adjustment of 3-way-valve..................................................................................................................................................................................10
Readjustment boom - general info................................................................................................................................................................11
Alignment of center and inner wing sections ........................................................................................................................................11
Alignment of inner and outer wing sections...........................................................................................................................................11
Adjusting the front fold cable............................................................................................................................................................................12
Breakaway section adjustment .........................................................................................................................................................................12
Check/adjust sprocket timing............................................................................................................................................................................13
Adjusting boom level to ground .....................................................................................................................................................................13
Adjusting rear cable .................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Adjusting center section cable .........................................................................................................................................................................14
Shock absorbers..........................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Wear bushing replacement on boom lift...................................................................................................................................................15
Change of tire...............................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Change of bulbs .........................................................................................................................................................................................................16
Shield replacement on transmission shaft ................................................................................................................................................16
Replacement of transmission shaft cross journals................................................................................................................................16
Off-season storage .....................................................................................................................................17
Off-season storage program...............................................................................................................................................................................17
Preparing the sprayer for use after storage...............................................................................................................................................17

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7 - Faultfinding
Operational problems..................................................................................................................................1
General info......................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Liquid system ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Hydraulic system - HY model................................................................................................................................................................................3
Hydraulic system - HZ model ...............................................................................................................................................................................3
Mechanical problems...................................................................................................................................4
Mechanical problems.................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Emergency operation - Liquid system............................................................................................................................................................4
8 - Technical specifications
Dimensions...................................................................................................................................................1
Overall dimensions......................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Specifications...................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Weight..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Wheel and axle dimensions...................................................................................................................................................................................1
Specifications ...............................................................................................................................................2
Diaphragm pumps.......................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Pump model 1303/9.0...............................................................................................................................................................................................2
Pump model 363/5.5..................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Pump model 363/10.0...............................................................................................................................................................................................2
Pump model 463/6.5..................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Pump model 463/12.0...............................................................................................................................................................................................2
Centrifugal pumps.......................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Pump model ACE 206 hydraulic .........................................................................................................................................................................2
Pump model ACE 150 PTO drive.........................................................................................................................................................................2
Filters and nozzles ........................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Temperature and pressure ranges.....................................................................................................................................................................3
Tire pressure.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Materialsand recycling ................................................................................................................................3
Disposal of the sprayer..............................................................................................................................................................................................3
Electrical connections...................................................................................................................................4
Rear lights..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Electrical connections for SPRAY II.....................................................................................................................................................................5
EVC .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
HC 2500...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
HC 5500...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Charts ...........................................................................................................................................................8
Boom hydraulics - HY.................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Boom hydraulics - HZ.................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Boom hydraulics - DH................................................................................................................................................................................................9
9-Warranty
Warranty policy and conditions ...................................................................................................................1
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1 - Welcome
1.1
Welcome letter
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 becoming increasingly conscious of crop protection input costs and the vital need for cost effective spray
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 HARDI® sprayer were suggested by growers. There is no substitute for “on farm” experience
and we invite your comments and suggestions. If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it,
contact your HARDI® dealer or service personnel for further explanation before using the equipment.
For Product, Service or Warranty Information:
- Please contact your local HARDI® dealer.
Tocontact HARDI® directly:
- Please use the HARDI® Customer Service number: 1-866-770-7063
- Or send your email to [email protected]
HARDI® Inc. Visit us online at: www.hardi-us.com
HARDI® MIDWEST HARDI® GREAT LAKES HARDI® WEST COAST
1500 West 76th St. 290 Sovereign Rd. 8550 W. Roosevelt Avenue
Davenport, Iowa 52806 London, Ontario N6M 1B3 Visalia, California 93291
Phone: [phone] Phone: [phone] Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Sincerely,
Tom L. Kinzenbaw
President

1 - Welcome
1.2

2.1
This symbol means DANGER. Be very alert as your safety is involved!
Read and understand this instruction book before using the equipment. It is equally important that other opera-
tors of this equipment read and understand this book.
Local law may demand that the operator is certified to use spray equipment. Adhere to the law.
Wear protective clothing.
Rinse and wash equipment after use and before servicing.
Never service or repair the equipment while it is operating.
Always replace all safety devices or shields immediately after servicing.
Do not eat, drink or smoke while spraying or working with contaminated equipment.
Wash and change clothes after spraying.
Wash tools if they have become contaminated.
In case of poisoning, immediately seek medical advice. Remember to identify chemicals used.
Keep children away from the equipment.
If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI® dealer for further
explanation before using the equipment.
Be careful not to hit people or surroundings when maneuvering the sprayer, especially when backing.
Slow down when driving in uneven terrain, as the machine might be in risk of turning over.
This symbol means WARNING. Be alert as your safety can be involved!
Note the following recommended precautions and safe operating practices.
This symbol means ATTENTION. This guides to better, easier and safer operation of your sprayer!
General info
Operator safety
2 - Safety notes

2 - Safety notes
2.2
Pressure test with clean water prior to filling with chemicals.
Disconnect electrical power before servicing and depressurize equipment after use and before servicing.
Do not attempt to enter the tank.
Do not go under any part of the sprayer unless it is secured. The boom is secure when placed in the transport
brackets.
If an arc welder is used on the equipment or anything connected to the equipment, disconnect power leads
before welding. Remove all inflammable or explosive material from the area.

2 - Safety notes
2.3
If you live anywhere in the United States, the following toll free number will connect you to your Local Poison
Information Center.
PHONE NO. 1 - 800 - 222 - 1222
If you live outside the United States, find the number for the poison control center in your phone book and write it
in the space below:
PHONE NO._______ - _______ - __________
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. ______________________________________________________________________________________________
Local poison information center

2 - Safety notes
2.4

3.1
1. Main tank lid
2. Tank level indicator
3. Spray pressure gauge
4. Pump
5. Hitch
6. Support jack
7. Suction filter
8. Step
9. Suction manifold
10. Quick Fill
11. Cyclone filter
12. HARDI® FILLER
13. Flush tank
14. Pressure manifold
15. Clean water tank
16. Platform
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General info
3 - Description

3 - Description
3.2
ATTENTION! Max. driving speed is 25 mph (40 km/h). Be aware that this may differ due to local law. Contact local
authorities for information of max. driving speeds.
16. Distribution valves
17. Foam marker tank
When driving on public roads and other areas where the highway code applies, or areas where there are special rules
and regulations for marking and lights on implements, you should observe these and equip implements accordingly.
Roadworthiness
18. Main tank
19. Foam marker compressor
Frame, boom center frame and other main steel components have
identification plates indicating type and part number. (not illustrat-
ed)
An identification plate fitted on the frame indicates producer name,
model and serial number.
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Identification plates

3 - Description
3.3
The HARDI® sprayer is for the application of crop protection chemicals and liquid fertilizers. The equipment must only be
used for this purpose. It is not allowable to use the sprayer for other purposes. If no local law demands that the operator
must be certified to use spray equipment, it is strongly recommended to be trained in correct plant protection and in
safe handling of plant protection chemicals to avoid unnecessary risk for persons and the environment when doing your
spray job.
Very strong and compact frame which also has a strong chemical and weather resistant electrostatic powder coat.
Screws, nuts, etc. have been DELTA-MAGNI treated to be resistant to corrosion.
The main tank made of impact-proof, UV-resistant and chemical resistant polyethylene, has a purposeful design with no
sharp corners for easy cleaning. Nominal contents 600 gal (2200 liters). A large, easy to read, tank contents indicator is
placed beside the platform and is visible from the tractor cabin. The filling hole is placed so it can be accessed from the
platform. This ensures an easy access for filling, cleaning of the tank, etc. The sprayer is also equipped with a flush tank
and a clean water tank.
Tank
Sprayeruse
Frame

3 - Description
3.4
ATTENTION! Only the functions in use should be open - always close remaining valves.
ATTENTION! If a MANIFOLD valve is too tight to operate - or too loose (= liquid leakage) - the valve needs to be
serviced. Please see the section ‘Maintenance’ for further information.
Diaphragm pump with easily accessible valves and diaphragms. Model 1303 with 3 diaphragms, 540 r.p.m. (6 splines).
Model 363 or 463 with 6 diaphragms. Standard = 540 r.p.m. (6 splines). Optional = 1000 r.p.m. (20 or 21 splines).
Centrifugal pump, model 206 (hydraulic) or 150 (PTO). Standard = 540 r.p.m. (6 splines). Optional = 1000 r.p.m. (20 or 21
splines).
The valves at the MANIFOLD are distinguished by colored identification discs on the valves. Symbols corresponding to
every possible function of use are located on the discs for easy identification and operation. A function is activated by
turning the handle towards the desired function.
Valvesand symbols
Pump
General info- MANIFOLD system
Liquid system
The functions of the spray circuits are operated via the centrally
located MANIFOLD valves with color coded plates and pictorial sym-
bols for easy operation.
The modular MANIFOLD system facilitates the addition of optional
extras on both pressure side and suction side.

3 - Description
3.5
To Spray Boom
The position of the pressure manifold valves determine the direction of
flow of liquid from the pump. When the arrow on the handle is pointing
towards a symbol, the liquid will flow to that symbol’s corresponding
device (i.e. Chemfiller). When the arrow on the handle is pointing
towards “O”, the valve is closed. If all the green pressure valves are closed
in a diaphragm pump system, the safety valve will open to allow liquid
to flow back to the tank.
The bottom pressure manifold valve is adjustable. The valve is marked
with an arrow on the green disc that indicates the amount of liquid that
passes through the valve. This allows for a continuously variable flow to
agitation or tank rinsing.
To HARDI® FILLER To Agitation
To Tank Rinsing Nozzle
Greenvalves- Greendisc = Pressure valve
From main tank From flush tank From Quick Fill
Black valves- Black disc = Suction valve
The position of the suction manifold valves determine the source of the
liquid. When the arrow on the handle is pointed towards a symbol, the
source of liquid correspond’s to that symbol’s device (i.e. Main tank)
When the arrow on the handle is pointing towards “O”, the valve is
closed.
One or more MANIFOLD valve(s) can be electrically operated via a control box in the tractor cabin. These can only be
operated manually if the power to the valve motor is disconnected.
Electrical operated MANIFOLD valves(optional equipment)

3 - Description
3.6
1. Suction filter (optional)
2. Suction manifold
3. Pump
4. Pressure manifold
5. Agitation
6. Safety valve
7. HARDI-MATIC
8. Cyclone filter (optional)
9. Off/On/Purge valve
Diagram - Diaphragm Liquid system
10. Check valves
11. Boom section valves
12. Boom
13. Flush tank (optional)
14. Quick fill (optional)
15. HARDI® FILLER (optional)
16. Tank rinse nozzle (optional)
17. Boom pressure gauge