HARVEST 500A1 User manual
010-0500A1 OPR
Revised 7/22
OPERATION MANUAL
Model 500A1
Moisture Sensor Kit for Large Square Balers
Forage Harvester
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DECLARATION OF APPLICATION OF ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE DIRECTIVE
2006/42/ EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL OF 17, MAY, 2006 AND
OTHER RELEVANT EU DIRECTIVES: The Harvest Tec Hay Moisture Sensor Kit conforms with the
Directive and other relevant EU directives.
SERVICE DUTY OF THE PARTIALLY COMPLETED MACHINE: The Harvest Tec Hay Moisture
Sensor Kit will only be put into service after installed on a hay baler that has been declared to
conform with the Directive.
Noise from the Harvest Tec Moisture Sensor Kit does not exceed 70 dB (A).
Manufacturers Name Plate
Harvest Tec LLC.
Manufactured at and correspondence to:
2821 Harvey Street Hudson, WI 54016
USA
Model
Build Date
Serial No.
PERSON AUTHORIZED TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE MACHINE AND WHO MAKES
THIS DECLARATION:
Jeffery S. Roberts, President, Harvest Tec, LLC.
Signed in Hudson, WI, USA on May 21, 2011
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500A1 OPERATIONS MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
SAFETY
4
OPERATION OF THE 500A1 MOISTURE SENSOR KIT
5
INTRODUCTION AND REQUIREMENTS
5
BALER MONITOR SETUP
6
SYSTEM SETUP
6-9
ADJUST THE MOISTURE ALARM
10
OPTION TO TURN OFF/ON ALL ALARMS OR BEEPS
11-12
PARTS BREAKDOWN
13
CONTROLS AND HARNESSES
13
STARWHEEL SENSORS
14
COMMON QUESTIONS
15
TROUBLESHOOTING
16
WARRANTY
17
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Safety
Carefully read all safety signs in this manual and on the moisture sensor kit before use. Keep signs
clean and clear of obstruction to view. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Replacement
signs are available from your local authorized dealer. See your installation manual under the
replacement parts section for the correct part numbers.
Keep your moisture sensor kit in proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the
moisture sensor kit may impair the function and/or safety of the machine.
Carefully read and understand all safety signs before installing or servicing.
Safety Signs
Number 1
Disconnect power before servicing.
Part no. DCL-8003
Number 2
Read and understand the operator’s manual
before using or working around the equipment.
Part no. DCL-8000
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OPERATION OF 500A1 MOISTURE SENSOR KIT
Introduction and Requirements
Thank you for purchasing a 500A1 Moisture Sensor Kit and congratulations. The 500A1 Moisture
Sensor Kit is designed to work with any AGCO 2150-2190 or Challenger LB33B-LB44B large square
balers Model Year 2008 and newer. If you do not have the AGCO Bale Chute Scale option you will
need the parts listed below:
AGCO part numbers:
700733748 Square Baler Module (SBM)
700733750 Wire Harness (only needed on 2008-2011 Balers)
The Square Baler Module (SBM) and the Square Baler Controller (SBC) must run on version 3.0 or
higher. Please consult the Baler Operation Manual for more information.
For instructions on How to Mount the 500A1 to the Baler please refer to the 500A1 Installation
Manual.
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Baler Monitor Setup
System Setup
1. To view moisture from the 500A1 Moisture Sensor begin setup at the main baler screen.
Select the WRENCH icon (arrow A) which is the fourth icon down on the right side of the
screen-the right selection menu.
2. The service screen displayed below should appear. Press the ABicon (arrow B) located at
the top right of the selection menu.
A
B
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3. The A B screen will appear. Next select the A B 2 (arrow C) icon which is the second from the
top on the far right selection menu.
4. The A B 2 screen will appear. The Harvest Tec On/Off selection icon can now be selected.
To turn the Harvest Tec Moisture Sensor On (signified by a green check mark) or Off
(signified by a red X) navigate to the box and select by pressing On/Off (arrow D). Once the
Harvest Tec Moisture Sensor has been turned On/Off you can navigate back to the main baler
work screen by pressing the BALER (arrow E) icon on the top right of the selection menu.
C
C
C
E
D
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5. The main baler work screen will appear. Select the container or option (arrow F) where you
have positioned it on this screen to view and adjust moisture. Note: This can be done on the
primary or secondary baler work screen. The screen has been or can be customized for
viewing containers or options as you would like and as guided in the baler manual.
6. Once the user has selected the menu option or container they would like to change, a drop
down list (arrow G) will appear. The Moisture option (arrow H) should be at the bottom of
the drop down container or option selection list.
F
H
G
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7. Select the desired moisture and it will appear on the baler work screen as pictured below.
The two values indicated in the moisture option are as follows: current moisture / last bale
average moisture (arrow I).
I
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To Adjust the Moisture Alarm
1. From the main baler screen, select the third icon down the right selection menu that shows a
diamond beside a baler (arrow J).
2. To adjust the moisture alarm set point select the box option to the right of the moisture
droplets (arrow K) and adjust to the desired moisture limit. To return to the baler work screen,
press the baler icon at the top right of the selection menu (arrow L).
C
L
K
J
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Option to turn Off/On all Alarms or Beeps
1. From the main baler work screen select the third icon down the right selection menu that
shows a diamond beside a baler (arrow M).
2. Select the fourth icon down on the right selection menu showing a bugle beside an alarm
icon (arrow M).
N
M
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3. The alarm screen should now be displayed. All alarms can be silenced before they are ever
heard. This can be done by selecting the Peak Moisture icon (arrow O) and turning the alarm
On/Off. To return to the baler work screen, press the baler icon located at the top right of the
selection menu.
Please refer to the baler service manual for software updates.
O
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PARTS BREAKDOWN
Controls and Harnesses
No.
Description
Part no.
Qty
No.
Description
Qty
1
Star wheel spacer
001-6707E
2
11
5/16” nuts
22
2
Star wheels
006-4641
2
11
5/16” lock washers
14
3
Moisture harness
006-4640E2
1
11
5/16” flat washer
4
4
PIP cover
001-5650X
1
12
10/24 x 5/8” PHS
8
5
Precision Information
Processor (PIP)
006-5671LS2
1
12
10/24 lock washers
8
6
Comm. harness
006-5650J
1
13
5/16” x 1/2" BHCS
8
7
Terminating resistor
006-5650JT
1
14
5/16” x 2-1/4” hex bolt
8
8
Wire clips
008-9018
9
15
5/16 x 1” hex bolt
4
9
Twine diverter
001-4645H
1
16
12” cable ties
5
10
Twine diverter
001-4644H
1
NP
Terminating resistor
006-5650Z
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
16
15
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Star Wheels Sensors
Ref
Description
Part#
Qty
Ref
Description
Part#
Qty
1.
Block cover
006-4641B
2
9.
Star wheel block
006-4641A
2
2.
Electronic swivel
006-4642A
2
10.
Star wheel sensor
030-4641C
2
3.
Swivel insert
w/ Ref # 10
2
11.
Twine guard-left
001-4645
1
4.
Snap ring (per side)
006-4641K
2
Twine guard-right (prox)
001-4644
1
5.
Washer (per side)
w/006-4641K
2
Twine guard-left for Agco
001-4645H
1
6.
Dust seal (per side)
w/006-4641K
2
Twine guard-Right for Agco
001-4644H
1
7.
Plug fitting
003-F38
2
1-10
Star wheel assembly
030-4641
2
8.
Wiring grommet
008-0821A
2
12.
Spacer plate for Agco
001-6707E
2
1
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
3
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COMMON QUESTIONS
How do I turn the system on/off? Turn the key in the tractor to the on position. The 500A1starts
when the baler VT is started. The moisture will display once crop has been fed into the baler.
The moisture content displays “0%” or “HIGH” all the time.
When the moisture content display does not change frequently while bailing, there is likely a faulty
star wheel connection. One of the first places to check is inside the white star wheel block. Check to
see if the electronic swivel is in the star wheel shaft and check to see that the star wheel shaft is not
working out of the block.
Also check star wheel wires and connections to see if there is a continuity or grounding problem.
Another possible cause could be dirt in the terminating resistor on the side of the PIP. Wipe clean
and use dielectric grease. Or replace it.
If there is communication failure with the CAN (Controlled Area Network) the error message
HARVEST TEC NOT DETECTED will display on the screen.
Should the battery connections be removed before jump starting or charging a battery? Yes.
Anytime the tractor will have voltage going up rapidly the connections should be removed.
Can the Harvest Tec 500A1 be updated for preservative or a tagger? Yes. Please ask your
Dealer and/or your Harvest Tec representative for more details. Listed below are compatible
attachments.
Add Preservative Application:
HT5A14518B Standard 2150-2190
HT5A14519B Cutter 2150-2190
HT5A14527B Packer 2150-2190
HT5A14530B 2170 XD with Cutter
Add Tagger
HT5A10850
Add Dye Spray Marker
HT5A10840
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECKS
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Moisture reading errors (high or
zero)
Wire disconnected or bad connection
between star wheels
Reconnect wire
Low power supply to PIP
Check voltage at box (min of 12 volts
required). See diagnostics section of
manual.
Wet hay over 75% moisture
Ground contact with one or both star
wheels and baler mounted processor.
Reconnect
Short in wire between star wheels
and PIP.
Replace wire.
Moisture readings erratic
Test bales with hand tester to verify
that cab monitor has more variation
than hand tester.
Check all wiring connections for
corrosion or poor contact.
Apply dielectric grease to all connections.
Check power supply at tractor.
Voltage should be constant between
12 and 14 volts.
Install voltage surge protection on tractor
alternator.
Moisture alarm constantly sounding
Crop moisture too high.
Stop baling.
Peak moisture set too low.
See section on moisture alarm
adjustments.
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Harvest Tec, LLC. Warranty and Liability Agreement.
Harvest Tec, LLC. will repair or replace components that are found to be defective within 12 months
from the date of manufacture. Under no circumstances does this warranty cover any components
which in the opinion of Harvest Tec, LLC. have been subjected to negligent use, misuse, alteration,
accident, or if repairs have been made with parts other than those manufactured and obtainable from
Harvest Tec, LLC.
Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing free of charge to the original
purchaser any part that in our judgment shows evidence of defective or improper workmanship,
provided the part is returned to Harvest Tec, LLC. within 30 days of the failure. Parts must be
returned through the selling dealer and distributor, transportation charges prepaid.
This warranty shall not be interpreted to render Harvest Tec, LLC. liable for injury or damages of any
kind, direct, consequential, or contingent, to persons or property. Furthermore, this warranty does not
extend to loss of crop, losses caused by delays or any expense prospective profits or for any other
reason. Harvest Tec, LLC. shall not be liable for any recovery greater in amount than the cost or
repair of defects in workmanship.
There are no warranties, either expressed or implied, of merchantability or fitness for particular
purpose intended or fitness for any other reason.
This warranty cannot guarantee that existing conditions beyond the control of Harvest Tec, LLC. will
not affect our ability to obtain materials or manufacture necessary replacement parts.
Harvest Tec, LLC. reserves the right to make design changes, improve design, or change
specifications, at any time without any contingent obligation to purchasers of machines and parts
previously sold.
Revised 7/22
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For questions regarding installation of hardware please contact:
HARVEST TEC, LLC.
P.O. BOX 63
2821 HARVEY STREET
HUDSON, WI 54016
PHONE: 715-386-9100
1-800-635-7468
FAX: 715-381-1792
Email: info@harvesttec.com
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