J&M NITRO-GRO 5010 User manual

J&M Manufacturing Co, Inc
284 Railroad Street - P.O. Box 547 | Fort Recovery, OH 45846 | Ph: [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.jm-inc.com
Rev. 1.23.2020
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MODEL
Manual

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To The Dealer ..............................................................................................4
Serial Number .............................................................................................5
General Information .......................................................................................5
Serial Number Location ....................................................................................5
Safety Rules................................................................................................6
Bolt Torque Chart ..........................................................................................7
Stud and Wheel Nut Torque Specications ..................................................................7
Specications..............................................................................................8
NitroGro Components .....................................................................................9
Flow Monitors .............................................................................................9
Adjusting the Field Depth .................................................................................10
Toolbar Down Pressure Relief Valve and Gauge.............................................................10
Hydraulic PWM Pump .....................................................................................10
Coulter ...................................................................................................11
Hand Wash Tank ..........................................................................................11
Strainer...................................................................................................12
Shut-O & Fill Valve .......................................................................................12
Agitation Valve (Hydraulic Pump Units Only) ...............................................................12
Optional Ground Driven Pump ............................................................................12
Pre-Operation Checklist ...................................................................................13
Hitching and Unhitching the Applicator ...................................................................14
Connecting the Hydraulic Hoses...........................................................................14
Folding & Unfolding.......................................................................................14
Transporting..............................................................................................15
Wheel Spacing............................................................................................16
Operation ................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................18
Flow Monitor Set Up ......................................................................................19
Injectors - 20”Row Spacing................................................................................20
Injectors - 22”Row Spacing................................................................................22
Injectors - 30”Row Spacing................................................................................24
Knife - 20”Row Spacing ...................................................................................26
Knife - 22”Row Spacing ...................................................................................28
Knife - 30”Row Spacing ...................................................................................30
Quick Start for Raven 450 Controller .......................................................................32
Service ...................................................................................................33
Storage...................................................................................................33
Decals ....................................................................................................34
Repair Parts List and Diagrams
Hitch .....................................................................................................36
Jack ......................................................................................................36
Hub and Spindle ..........................................................................................37
Frame ....................................................................................................38
Toolbar ...................................................................................................39
Inside Wing ...............................................................................................40
Outer Wings ..............................................................................................40
Tongue Shroud ...........................................................................................41
Light Bar..................................................................................................41
Table Of Contents

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Table Of Contents
GEP Coulter Mount........................................................................................42
GEP Coulter Assembly.....................................................................................42
GEP Coulter Knife Assembly ...............................................................................43
Coulter Injector Assembly .................................................................................43
Coulter Depth Control.....................................................................................44
Coulter Hub Assembly ....................................................................................44
J&M Paralinkage Coulter ..................................................................................45
J&M Paralinkage Knife Assembly...........................................................................46
J&M Paralinkage Row Closer...............................................................................46
2” Fill/Tank Fittings ........................................................................................48
3” Fill/Tank Fittings ........................................................................................49
Hydraulic Pump Manifold Setup ...........................................................................50
Flow Monitors ............................................................................................51
Manifold (Hydraulic Pump Only)...........................................................................52
Check Valve...............................................................................................53
Tank ......................................................................................................54
Gauge Wheel .............................................................................................55
Hydraulic Schematic ......................................................................................56
Wire Harness..............................................................................................58
SCS 450 Liquid Control System ............................................................................59
ISO Liquid Control System.................................................................................60
Fertilizer Hose Routing - Hydraulic Pump without Flow Monitors ...........................................61
Fertilizer Hose Routing - Hydraulic Pump with Flow Monitors...............................................62
5000 Ground Driven Pump Manifold.......................................................................63
The hub, lugs and tire are the same as the“Gauge Wheel” on page 55. ......................................64
5000 Ground Driven Pump ................................................................................64
Fertilizer Hose Routing - Ground Driven Pump without Flow Monitors ......................................66
Fertilizer Hose Routing - Ground Driven Pump with Flow Monitors..........................................67

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TO THE DEALER
Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists are completed
before releasing equipment to the owner.
The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration found on the Dealer Portal website located at dealer.jm-inc.com and return it to J&M
Mfg. Co., Inc. at the address indicated on the form. Warranty claims will be denied if the Warranty Registration has not been submitted.
EXPRESS WARRANTY:
J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. warrants against defects in construction or materials for a period of ONE year. We reserve the right to inspect and
decide whether material or construction was faulty or whether abuse or accident voids our guarantee.
Warranty service must be performed by a dealer or service center authorized by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. to sell and/or service the type of
product involved, which will use only new or remanufactured parts or components furnished by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. Warranty service will
be performed without charge to the purchaser for parts or labor based on the Warranty Labor Times schedule. Under no circumstance
will allowable labor times extend beyond the maximum hours indicated in the Warranty Labor Times schedule for each warranty
procedure. The purchaser will be responsible, however, for any service call and/or transportation of the product to and from the dealer
or service center’s place of business, for any premium charged for overtime labor requested by the purchaser, and for any service and/or
maintenance not directly related to any defect covered under the warranty. Costs associated with equipment rental, product down time,
or product disposal are not warrantable and will not be accepted under any circumstance.
Each warranty term begins on the date of product delivery to the purchaser. Under no circumstance will warranty be approved unless (i)
the product warranty registration card has been properly completed and submitted to the equipment manufacturer, and (ii) a warranty
authorization number has been issued by the equipment manufacturer. This Warranty is eective only if the warranty registration card is
returned within 30 days of purchase.
This warranty does not cover a component which fails, malfunctions or is damaged as a result of (i) improper modication or repair, (ii)
accident, abuse or improper use, (iii) improper or insucient maintenance, or (iv) normal wear or tear. This warranty does not cover
products that are previously owned and extends solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or
otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way. J&M Mfg. Co.,
Inc. makes no Warranty, express or implied, with respect to tires or other parts or accessories not manufactured by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc.
Warranties for these items, if any, are provided separately by their respective manufacturers.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
In no event shall J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. be liable for special, direct, incidental or consequential damages of any kind. The exclusive remedy
under this Warranty shall be repair or replacement of the defective component at J&M Mfg. Co., Inc’s. option. This is the entire agreement
between J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. and the Owner about warranty and no J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. employee or dealer is authorized to make any
additional warranty on behalf of J&M Mfg. Co., Inc.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make product design and material changes at any time without notice. They shall not incur any
obligation or liability to incorporate such changes and improvements in products previously sold to any customer, nor shall they be
obligated or liable for the replacement of previously sold products with products or parts incorporating such changes.
SERVICE:
The equipment you have purchased has been carefully manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use. Like all mechanical
products, it will require cleaning and maintenance. Lubricate the unit as specied. Observe all safety information in this manual and
safety signs on the equipment.
For service, your authorized J&M dealer has trained mechanics, genuine J&M service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to
handle all your needs.
Use only genuine J&M service parts. Substitute parts may void warranty and may not meet standards required for safety and satisfactory
operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces provided:
Model No: 5010-5016 NitroGro Applicator Serial No: ________________________ Date of Purchase: ____________
Purchased From: ________________________________________________________________________________
Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.
To The Dealer

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Serial Number______________________
Model Number_____5010 or 5016_____
Standard practice when ordering parts or obtaining information from your dealer requires the serial number and model number. Have
numbers available before making contact.
Serial Number
Serial Number Location
TO THE OWNER:
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your seed tender in a safe manner. Read it carefully. It furnishes
information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance and help maintain safe operating conditions. If
this machine is used by an employee or is loaned or rented, make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating:
1. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
2. Reviews and understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.
Throughout this manual, the term IMPORTANT is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment. The terms
CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol, (a triangle with an exclamation mark), to indicate
the degree of hazard for items of personal safety. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
This Safety-Alert symbol indicates a hazard and means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury,
and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.
Indicates helpful information.
IMPORTANT
NOTE
General Information

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ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our eorts to provide safe equipment can
be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, judgment, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating is instructed in safe and proper use and reviews and understands the manual(s)
pertaining to this machine. Also make certain that the operator(s) reviews and understands the operator’s manual of the tow vehicle
prior to hooking up or operating the NitroGro Applicator.
Read this manual before you operate this machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual, or need more information, contact
the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.
Note: The right and the left hand sides of the implement are determined by facing the same direction that the applicator will travel when
moving forward.
SAFETY
Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons is measured by how you service, and operate this machine. Know the positions
and functions of all controls before you try to operate them. Make sure to check all controls in a safe area before starting your work.
The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, federal, state or local laws. Make certain your machine has the
proper equipment as designated by local laws and regulations.
A frequent cause of personal injury or death is from persons falling o equipment and being run over. Do not permit persons to ride on
this machine.
Travel speeds should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all times. Where possible, avoid operating near
ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes and rough, slick or muddy surfaces.
Collision of high speed road trac and slow moving machines can cause personal injury or death. On roads, use asher lights according
to local laws. Keep slow-moving-vehicle emblem visible. Pull over to let faster trac pass.
Keep all safety shields in place.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts while unit is in operation.
Make sure that everyone is clear of equipment before applying power or moving the machine.
Make sure that the implement is fastened securely to the tractor by using the proper hitch pin, clip and safety chains.
Do NOT exceed speeds in excess of 20 MPH. Also be sure slow moving vehicle emblem is attached to rear of transport.
Do NOT transport Applicator with contents in the tank.
Before unhooking the implement from the towing unit, be sure to properly block the wheels to prevent the implement from moving. Be
sure the jack assembly is positioned in the park position and the weight has been transferred to the jack assembly before unhooking the
implement.
Avoid high pressure uids. Escaping uid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Always relieve pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic lines. Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for leaks. Use wood or cardboard instead of hands.
Keep all components in good repair.
Safety Rules

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Bolt Torque Chart
TIGHTENING WHEEL NUTS: During initial operation of the NitroGro applicator, tighten standard 3/4”wheel studs and nuts to torque
400 ft-lbs and tighten 1/2”-20 gauge wheel studs and nuts to torque 80 ft-lbs. Check for proper torque after every 10 hours of use.
Failure to do so may damage wheel nut seats. Once seats are damaged, it will become impossible to keep nuts tight.
SAE Fasteners
Always tighten hardware to these values unless a dierent torque or tightening procedure is listed for specic application. Fasteners must
always be replaced with the same grade as specied in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make
sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly. Use these values when tightening all bolts and nuts with
the exception of wheel nuts.
Stud and Wheel Nut Torque Specications
Stud Tightening Torque
1/2”-20 80 ft-lbs
9/16”-18 170 ft-lbs
5/8”-18 350 ft-lbs
3/4”-16 400 ft-lbs
20mm 475 ft-lbs
22mm 640 ft-lbs
Always tighten hardware to these values unless a dierent torque or tightening procedure is listed for specic application. Fasteners must
always be replaced with the same grade as specied in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make
sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly. Use these values when tightening all studs and wheel
nuts.
Coarse Thread Series
Grade 5 Grade 8
Diameter and Pitch (Inches) Dry Oiled Dry Oiled
1/4”-20 8 ft-lbs 6 ft-lbs 12 ft-lbs 9 ft-lbs
5/16”-18 17 13 25 18
3/8”-16 31 23 44 33
7/16”-14 49 37 70 52
1/2”-13 75 57 106 80
9/16”-12 109 82 154 115
5/8”-11 150 113 212 159
3/4”-10 267 200 376 282
7/8”-9 429 322 606 455
1”-8 644 483 909 681
Fine Thread Series
Diameter and Pitch (Inches) Dry Oiled Dry Oiled
1/4”-28 10 ft-lbs 7 ft-lbs 14 ft-lbs 10 ft-lbs
5/16”-24 19 15 27 20
3/8”-24 35 26 49 37
7/16”-20 55 41 78 58
1/2”-20 85 64 120 90
9/16”-18 121 91 171 128
5/8”-18 170 127 240 180
3/4”-16 297 223 420 315
7/8”-14 474 355 669 502

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SPECIFICATIONS
5000 Series Applicators
Tank Size 1,000 Gallon 1,600 Gallon
Base Width 30’-0” 40’-0”
Ground Clearance 34” 34”
Row Spacing* 20”, 30” 20”, 30”
Number of Coulters 11, 13, 15, 17, 23, 25 11, 13, 15, 17, 23, 25
Coulter Style Grove Engineered Products (GEP) Grove Engineered Products (GEP)
Fertilizer Delivery Knife or Injection Knife or Injection
Wing Flex Standard 8º Flex Up - 6º Flex Down
Can be operated rigidly
Standard 8º Flex Up - 6º Flex Down
Can be operated rigidly
Wing Kick Standard Standard
Coulter Frame Tubing 7” x 7” Toolbar 7” x 7” Toolbar
Hydraulic Down Pressure Standard Standard
Standard PWM Hydraulic
Driven Pump
Ace Pump 150 Ace Pump 150
Optional Ground Driven
Pump
John Blue John Blue
Wheels 46” w/IF380/90R46 Firestone Tires 46” w/IF380/90R46 Firestone Tires
Transport Width 15’-0” 15’-0”
Transport Height 12’-6” 12’-6”
Transport Length 16’-8” 20’-8”
Pin To Axle 12’-0” 14’-0”
Flow Monitors Optional Optional
Depth Control Spools Optional Optional
Quick Fill 2” Fill Standard - 3” Fill Optional 2” Fill Standard - 3” Fill Optional
Wash Tank Standard 9 Gallon Wash Tank Standard 9 Gallon Wash Tank
Specications
* Other Row Spacing Available Upon Request Tires and Ground Compaction
VF320/105R46 (Alliance) (172D) 71 psi
VF380/90R46 (Alliance) (173D) 57 psi
VF480/80R50 (Alliance) (179D) 31 psi
Total Weight Weight on Axle* Tongue Weight*
Tank Empty 10,500 lbs 8,012 lbs 2,488 lbs
Tank Full 18,800 lbs 16,344 lbs 2,568 lbs
With toolbar unfolded and up (knives not in ground):
Total Weight Weight on Axle* Tongue Weight*
Tank Empty 10,500 lbs 4,467 lbs 83 lbs
Tank Full 18,800 lbs 12,687 lbs 163 lbs
With toolbar folded and down (knives in ground):
*These values assume moderate soil hardness and 17 coulters.
Total Weight Weight on Axle* Tongue Weight*
Tank Empty 10,900 lbs 7,965 lbs 2,935 lbs
Tank Full 24,180 lbs 21,572 lbs 2,608 lbs
With toolbar unfolded and up (knives not in ground):
Total Weight Weight on Axle* Tongue Weight*
Tank Empty 10,900 lbs 4,837 lbs 113 lbs
Tank Full 24,180 lbs 17,996 lbs 234 lbs
With toolbar folded and down (knives in ground):
*These values assume moderate soil hardness and 17 coulters.

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NitroGro Components
Flow monitors allow the operator to see the rate of ow to each
coulter through a oating ball inside the transparent inspection tube.
Each coulter is connected with a separate supply hose.
Hitch
Coulter
Holding Tank
Gauge Wheel
Rinse Tank
Light Bar
Tank Fill Valve
2” or 3”
Hydraulic Pump
Flow Monitors
(Optional)
Strainer
3-Section Boom
Shut O
Spike
Valve
Toolbar Down
Pressure Gauge
Down Pressure
Relief Valve
Agitation Valve
Flow Monitors

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The standard pump for your NitroGro applicator is the Ace FMC-155-HYD-206 with PWM control. The
maximum hydraulic uid input for this pump is 7 gallons per minute.
IMPORTANT - Do not exceed 7 gallons per minute hydraulic uid input when using the Ace FMC-155-
HYD-206 pump. Refer to the pump’s operating manual to regulate the hydraulic ow to the pump.
WARNING- Failure to regulate oil ow will cause motor failure.
The hydraulic pump is located below the tank and near the tank outlet to prevent cavitation and
provide faster pump priming.
Attach the pump hydraulic hoses to the tractor so the pump operates in the lower/retract
position. The pump can then be turned o in the forward ”oat” position. Turning the pump o
in “oat” instead of“neutral” allows the hydraulic system pressure to equalize and prevents the
occurrence of damaging pressure spikes.
Connect the return line to a low pressure return port, if available. The low pressure return port
routes oil directly to the reservoir, minimizing return line pressure. Low return line pressure
extends the motor seal life and increases operating eciency.
Turn the hydraulic ow of the tractor all the way down before you put the hydraulic fertilizer
pump into use. The applicator pump only requires 7 GPM of hydraulic ow to make 120 GPM of
fertilizer ow. If you don’t turn down the tractor hydraulic ow to the pump, damage will occur.
(See Set-Up Instructions in the pump manual.)
The PWM valve controls the hydraulic ow to the pump, which creates a variable rate pump.
With the PWM valve, the pump controls the rate of fertilizer ow.
WARNING - Not a suitable pump for ammable liquids.
The down pressure relief valve provides adjustable hydraulic pressure to force the
coulters on the wings into the ground while allowing the wing to ex up and down as
needed to follow the contour of the ground.
• Turn clockwise to increase down pressure.
• Turn counter clockwise to decrease down
pressure.
IMPORTANT - It is VERY IMPORTANT NOT
TO EXCEED 1,350 psi of pressure on the down
pressure gauge. Excessive pressure can cause
premature wear on wing pivots and gauge wheels.
Toolbar Down Pressure Relief Valve and Gauge
Hydraulic PWM Pump
• Set the center section of coulters rst. Spacers are included with the toolbar cylinders. Add or remove spacers until the center sec-
tion is positioned at the appropriate depth. Lower the unit until the lift cylinders bottom out on the stroke control spacers. Add or remove
stroke control spacers until the center toolbar section reaches desired application depth. For best results, move forward while lowering
the toolbar.
• After the center toolbar is set with the cylinder spacers, adjust the wing gauge wheel setting until the wings are level with the base
section and the entire toolbar is at and even. Once the toolbar is set and leveled, further adjustment is typically not necessary.
Adjusting the Field Depth

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The 9 gallon hand wash tank makes cleaning hands after
chemical spills quick and easy.
Coulter
Hand Wash Tank
The number of coulters is determined by the number of rows
(usually one less or one more). So the number of rows will be
even, and the number of coulters will be odd, since you are
placing the nitrogen between the rows. Example, a 16 row unit
will have either 15 or 17 coulters. A 16 row applicator with 15
coulters is considered a “one-down” unit. Similarly, a 16 row
applicator with 17 coulters is considered a “one-up”unit.

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The NitroGro applicator is equipped with a strainer designed to remove dirt and debris from the fertilizer
to prevent downstream clogs.
Strainer
Shut-O & Fill Valve
Agitation Valve (Hydraulic Pump Units Only)
The NitroGro applicator is standard equipped with a 2” shut-o and ll valve. There is an
upgrade option for a 3” shut-o and ll valve. The 3”valve will allow a quicker ll.
If priming becomes an issue the agitation valve may be opened to allow air to
escape from the pump so it can be primed.
The agitation valve can also be used to evenly mix additives by running the
pump with the electronic control valves closed.
With PWM, the agitation valve may be closed during operation for full pump
eciency.
Optional Ground Driven Pump
The John-Blue ground drive pump comes in either
single or double piston conguration. It does not
require any control valves. The rate is controlled
by an adjustment on the pump and it naturally
compensates for dierent speeds since it is driven
o of the main frame wheel.

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IMPORTANT - Before putting the applicator into operation, check the machine for damaged or worn parts and
replace as necessary.
Wheel Nuts Tightened
During initial operation, tighten standard 3/4”wheel studs and nuts to torque 400 ft-lbs. Re-check wheel nut torque settings during
initial break in period (10, 20, 50 acres), then every 10 hours of use for the rst 40 hours. Continue checking wheel nut settings until nuts
do not loosen. If wheel nuts loosen, they may damage wheel nut seats. Once seats are damaged, it will become impossible to keep nuts
tight.
Failure to keep the wheel nuts tight could cause considerable damage to the applicator and surrounding. It is the dealer’s
responsibility to torque the wheel nuts to specication before delivery. Damage caused by failure to keep wheel nuts tight is not
warrantied.
Tires Inated
Ensure tires are inated to the correct pressure, as indicated in“Operation”on page 17.
Hardware
Inspect the unit for loose nuts, bolts, and fasteners. Tighten where necessary.
Grease Points
Check all bearings and grease ttings for proper lubrication, according to the operator’s manual.
Hydraulic Leaks
Unfold and fold the applicator according to the fold instructions decal on the tongue of the applicator or in the operator’s manual. Check
for leaks on hydraulic cylinders, ttings, and hose ends (Use cardboard or wood to safely check for leaks) and tighten where necessary.
Clean Tank
Check tank for debris (like plastic shavings from assembly) and clean if necessary. Use a vacuum to remove tank debris.
Indicator Balls
Remove all indicator balls from ow monitors and install the correct indicator ball in each ow monitor for the customer’s desired gallons
per acre and speed. Refer to“Flow Monitor Set Up”on page 19 to determine which indicator ball to select.
Water Test
Fill tank with 100 gallons of water and test applicator with water before use. Most rate controllers have a“self-test” mode that for this
purpose. Tighten any leaking hose or tting connections. Do not run the fertilizer pump dry. This could cause permanent failure to
the fertilizer pump and is not warrantied.
Winterization
If applicator has ever had uid in the tank, winterize the applicator before the temperature drops below freezing. See “Storage” on page
33 for winterizing instructions. Failing to winterize applicator can cause severe damage to fertilizer distribution components
and is not warrantied.
Defects & Scratches
Examine paint and poly tank for scratches, cracks, gouges, and defects.
Safety Decals & Lights
Check that safety decals, reective decals, and the slow-moving vehicle sign are properly located. Refer to the operator’s manual for
proper placement of decals. Ensure all lights function properly.
Pre-Operation Checklist

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Connect the hoses so the toolbar raises when the tractor control lever is pulled back and lowered when the control is pushed forward.
Hook up hydraulic lines as follows:
Set #1 - Green Hoses - Raise & Lower/ Wing Kick/ Down-pressure
Set #2 - Red Hoses -Wing Fold
Set #3 - Black Hoses - Hydraulic Pump (Hook the return hose to low pressure return port at the tractor)
Connect the applicator to the tow vehicle using a hitch pin and make sure a retaining pin is secured in the hitch pin. Always attach the
safety chains to the applicator and the tow vehicle.
WARNING – Before unhooking the applicator, empty contents from tank, unpin the jack from storage position, and lock it in
the usage position. Lower the jack stand to the ground until the weight of the applicator is transferred to the jack. Keep hands
and feet away from the jack stand when lowering.
Remove the hitch pin and unhook the safety chains.
WARNING – Always relieve hydraulic system pressure before
disconnecting hoses from tractor or servicing hydraulic system. See
the tractor’s operating manual for proper procedures. Disconnect
the hydraulic hoses. Install dust covers over the hose plugs and
outlets.
When not in use, the jack handle is stored under the tongue, as pictured
to the right.
Hitching and Unhitching the Applicator
Connecting the Hydraulic Hoses
• Raise the toolbar to take the weight o of the transport latches and unpin the transport latch/wing
• Unfold the wing assemblies. On 40ft units, one cylinder will unfold the inner wing section and another cylinder will unfold the outer
wing section. The inner wing will automatically fold to the wing “kick-up” position, then unfold the outer wing section until it is in
alignment with the inner wing section
• (Pre 2017 Models) After the outside wing is unfolded, lower the center toolbar to the ground. The center section will lower rst until
the toolbar raise/lower cylinders reach the cylinders stops which sets your depth. As soon as the cylinder stops against the cylinder
spacers, pressure will build and allow the wing kick cylinder to fold the winds down parallel with the center section.
• (2017 & Newer) After the outside wing is unfolded, lower the toolbar to the ground, adjust the ow control on the down pressure
cylinder so the wing coulters come into contact with the ground at the same time as the center coulters.
• When you raise the unit up, the entire toolbar raises up until the toolbar raise/lower cylinders are fully extended, then the wings will
start to fold to the kick-up wing position.
• Once the wings are in the kick-up position the outside wing section can be folded against the inside wing section. After the inside
and outside wing sections are folded together, the wings can continue to be folded until the transport Latch/Wing Rest is engaged
against the center base weldment.
• Slightly lower the toolbar to allow some weight to transfer the Transport Latches/ Wing Rest. (Note: If you lower the toolbar too far
the wing -kick cylinder will begin to extend and the wings will begin to unfold.)
Folding & Unfolding

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• Comply with ALL state and local laws governing highway safety and regulations when moving machinery on public roads.
• Be sure an SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem is in place and clearly visible on the rear of the applicator. Position the SMV emblem
with one point of the triangle upward and as near to the rear and centered or as near to the left of center of the unit as practicable.
Secure the SMV emblem two to ten feet above the ground measured from the lower edge of the emblem. Before transporting,
ensure that all lights, reectors, and the SMV emblem are clean and visible. Ensure the amber, red, and orange reective tape on the
implement is in place and clearly visible. Before transporting, ensure all lights, reectors, and the SMV emblem are clean and visible.
• When transporting applicator, do not exceed 10 MPH in the eld or over rough terrain. For highway transportation, do not exceed
20 MPH. Reduce transport speed when necessary to maintain full control. Never transport the applicator with contents in the tank.
• Tongue weight when NitroGro is folded and empty for road transport is 600-1,000 lbs depending on the conguration. Negative
tongue weight (even intermittent) may cause instability when transporting. Add ballast to tractor as required. Never tow this
implement with a motor vehicle. Tow only with a properly ballasted tractor.
• Be aware of overhead wires when transporting.
• Ensure the safety chain has a rating greater than the empty weight of the machine.
• Ensure wings are seated in the transport saddles before transporting.
Transporting
The Transport Latches are designed for safe
transport. When the Transport Latches are
resting on the Main Frame and the pins are
installed, the Nitro Gro Applicator can not
lower.

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• To set up the Applicator for 20”or 30” rows use the inside hole. This will set
the wheel spacing at 120”.
• To set up the Applicator for 22”rows use the outside hole. This will set the
wheel spacing at 132”.
When shipped the light bar will be attached using holes A and B. The light bracket needs to be positioned so that the Amber light is out
past the wheel.
NOTE - When changing the wheel spacing it may be necessary to move the
Light Brackets so the Amber Light is out past the wheel.
• For 20” and 30” row spacing use holes B and C.
• For 22” rows use holes C and D.
AB C D
Wheel Spacing

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1. Hook tractor to NitroGro and adjust hitch so that frame on applicator is level or
tilting backward slightly.
2. Connect hydraulic lines. See “Connecting the Hydraulic Hoses” on page 14.
3. Unfold the unit. See “Folding & Unfolding”on page 14.
4. Lower the unit until the lift cylinders bottom out on the stroke control spacers. Add or remove stroke control spacers until the center toolbar
section reaches desired application depth. For best results, move forward while lowering the toolbar.
5. Adjust the wing gauge wheels so the coulters on the wings are the same depth and the toolbar is level when lowered.
6. Using the desired rate of application (GPA) and speed of application (MPH), reference the supplied sizing charts beginning on page
20 of this manual to determine which orices or injectors will provide optimal application pressure. Install the orices or injectors
in the check valve unit above each row unit that is mounted on the coulter shaft.
NOTE – The unit will be either be set up to skip a row (“1 Down”), or re-apply the outside row (“1 Up”).
• If the unit is set up as “1 Down” (23 or 35 coulters), then the outside coulters on each end of the unit will be 1.5x the rate
of the other coulters.
• If the unit is set up as “1 Up” (25 or 37 coutlers), then the outside coulters on each end of the unit will be 0.5x the rate of
the other coulters.
7. Put water in the tank and check for leaks.
IMPORTANT - Before proceeding to the next step, ensure that both the maintenance valve under the tank and the agitation
valve is open to allow the pump to prime. NEVER run the pump dry.
8. With the maintenance valve open, perform initial setup of the pump as outlined in the pump operator’s manual. After pump set up,
recheck the applicator for leaks.
9. In-eld adjustment of hydraulic down-pressure: Adjust so that the coulters stay at desired depth with the least amount of hydraulic
pressure necessary.
IMPORTANT - DO NOT exceed 1,350 psi. Exceeding 1350 psi is not warrantable.
10. Adjust hydraulic ow on the raise and lower/wing kick/down-pressure circuit with the least amount of hydraulic pressure necessary
while maintaining a reasonable speed to raise and lower the toolbar. This will prevent excess heat in the hydraulic system as this circuit
provides continuous toolbar down-pressure.
11. Fold the wings up for transport. See “Folding & Unfolding”on page 14.
IMPORTANT - Be sure to fully raise the toolbar before folding the wings up! Failure to do so will result in damage to the unit.
12. TIRE PRESSURE: The following is to be used as a general guide for tire ination for cyclic use. Figures can vary depending on
specic brand of tire used. It is important that tires are inspected before and after operation. The tire should stand up with no
side wall buckling or distress as the tire rolls. Do not exceed the tire pressure indicated below:
Operation
Tires for Gauge Wheels psi
ST215-75D14 Carlisle Sport Trail Tire 45
Tires for Single Wheel Applicators psi
VF320/105R46 (Alliance) (172D) 71
VF380/90R46 (Alliance) (173D) 57
VF480/80R50 (Alliance) (179D) 31
Tires for Walking Tandem Dual Wheel Applicators psi
VF320/105R46 (Alliance) (172D) 20
VF380/90R46 (Alliance) (173D) 17
VF480/80R50 (Alliance) (179D) 12

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WARNING - MAKE SURE THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLICATOR. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
SERVICE WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED SERVICEMEN ONLY.
Trouble Possible Cause Possible Remedy
Outside tool bar wing creeps
up over time
Counterbalance valve is too loose Tighten counterbalance valve. See “Toolbar Down Pressure Relief Valve and
Gauge”on page 10 for instructions.
Toolbar will not raise or lower/
Wings will not fold out or
unfold
Faulty hydraulic coupler
Replace with new coupler.
Center toolbar section too
deep or too shallow
Lift cylinders have improper
combination of cylinder spacers
Add or remove spacers as necessary.
Wings are tilted up from
center toolbar section
Gauge wheels set too low Move gauge wheels up.
Hydraulic down pressure not set
high enough
Increase pressure by turning adjustment knob clockwise.
IMPORTANT: Do not exceed 1,350 psi.
Center toolbar section set too deep Add cylinder spacers to lift cylinders.
Wings are tilted down from
center toolbar section
Gauge wheels set too high Move gauge wheels down.
Center toolbar section set too
shallow
Remove cylinder spacers from lift cylinders.
Fertilizer pressure gauge
showing high pressure when
applying fertilizer
Orices too small Install larger orices.
Plugged knives Clear debris.
Kinked hoses Adjust hoses as necessary.
Speed too fast Slow down.
Flow monitor balls installed
incorrectly
Intall ow monitor balls below plasitc grate under ow monitor cap.
Unable to maintain set
application rate
Clogged strainer Clean strainer.
Orices too small Install larger orices.
Agitation valve open Close valve.
Fertilizer pump will not prime Tank valve clogged/closed Unclog/open valve.
Agitation valve closed Open valve.
*Refer to the ACE hydraulic pump manual or Raven controller manual for additional troubleshooting information.
Troubleshooting

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Row Spacing Flow Monitor Manifold Set Up (1 Up) Flow Monitor Manifold Set Up (1 Down)
20”/22” 25 Coulters 23 Coulters
898 797
30” 17 Coulters 15 Coulters
555 555
Flow Monitor Set Up
The NitroGro applicator oers row spacing options of 20”, 22”, or 30”. The unit will be either be set up to or re-apply the outside row
(“1 Up”), or skip a row (“1 Down”). Using your row spacing and whether your aplicator is “1 Up” or “1 Down”, refer to the chart below to
determine the location and quantity of ow monitors for your applicator.
Using the charts on pages 20-31, decide which ball is best suited for
your desired GPA and Speed. Only choose one ball for all ow monitors.
Remove the balls that are not being used. The easiest way to remove
the balls is to remove the ow monitors and dump the balls into a
box. During this process, keep the hoses organized to ensure they
are returned to their original locations when you reassemble the ow
monitors.
To install a ball in the ow monitor, remove the clip and pop o the
hose on top of the ow monitor. Remove the screen, insert the ball,
and return the screen to its original position. To prevent the ball from
entering the hose, ensure the screen is above the ball. Clip the hose
back onto the ow monitor.
Clip
Screen
Hose

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20 Gallons Per Acre 25 Gallons Per Acre
Speed (MPH) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
#10 Injector (psi) 1 7 10 15 19 24 29 33 2 6 13 18 24 29 36 41 47
#15 Injector (psi) 3 6 9 12 16 2 5 9 13 17 20 25
#20 Injector (psi) 2 4 7 2 4 8 10 13
#30 Injector (psi) 2
#40 Injector (psi)
GPM (per nozzle) 0.34 0.43 0.52 0.60 0.69 0.77 0.86 0.95 1.03 0.43 0.54 0.64 0.75 0.86 0.97 1.07 1.18 1.29
Flow Indicator 1/2" SS Level 0.6 0.9 1.2 1.5 1.8 2.1 2.4 2.7 3.0 0.9 1.3 1.7 2.0 2.4 2.8 3.1 3.5 3.9
Flow Indicator 7/16" SS Ball 0.1 0.3 0.5 0.7 0.3 0.6 0.9 1.1 1.4
30 Gallons Per Acre 35 Gallons Per Acre
Speed (MPH) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
#10 Injector (psi) 6 12 20 26 33 39 47 53 61 11 17 27 33 42 49 58 66 74
#15 Injector (psi) 1 6.3 10 15 19 24 29 34 1 5 11 15 21 26 32 37 43
#20 Injector (psi) 2 6 9 13 16 20 3 6 11 14 19 22 27
#30 Injector (psi) 1 4 6 1 3 5 8 11
#40 Injector (psi) 1 3
GPM (per nozzle) 0.52 0.64 0.77 0.90 1.03 1.16 1.29 1.42 1.55 0.60 0.75 0.90 1.05 1.20 1.35 1.50 1.66 1.81
Flow Indicator 1/2" SS Level 1.2 1.7 2.1 2.5 3.0 3.4 3.9 4.3 4.7 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.6 4.1 4.6 5.1 5.6
Flow Indicator 7/16" SS Ball 0.1 0.4 0.7 1.1 1.4 1.8 2.1 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.6 2.0 2.4 2.8
40 Gallons Per Acre 45 Gallons Per Acre
Speed (MPH) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
#10 Injector (psi) 15 23 33 41 50 59 70 78 88 20 28 40 48 59 69 81 90 102
#15 Injector (psi) 4 8 15 20 28 33 39 45 52 7 12 20 26 34 40 47 53 61
#20 Injector (psi) 1 6 10 15 19 25 29 33 3 10 14 20 24 30 35 40
#30 Injector (psi) 4 6 9 12 15 2 7 9 13 16 20
#40 Injector (psi) 2 4 6 2 4 7 10
GPM (per nozzle) 0.69 0.86 1.03 1.20 1.38 1.55 1.72 1.89 2.06 0.77 0.97 1.16 1.35 1.55 1.74 1.93 2.13 2.32
Flow Indicator 1/2" SS Level 1.8 2.4 3.0 3.6 4.1 4.7 5.3 5.9 6.5 2.1 2.8 3.4 4.1 4.7 5.4 6.1 6.7
Flow Indicator 7/16" SS Ball 0.3 0.7 1.2 1.6 2.1 2.5 3.0 3.4 0.1 0.6 1.1 1.6 2.1 2.6 3.1 3.6 4.1
Injectors - 20” Row Spacing
NOTES:
• The values highlighted in green indicate pressures that are in the optimal pressure range of 20 - 50 psi. The row spacing is 20 inches.
• Density or viscosity of the liquid can eect operating range.
• A displayed pressure higher than the calculated pressure may be due to a pressure drop in the fertilizer hoses.
• With #10 on the center, use #15 for one and a half rate outside, (35 knife).
• With #15 on the center, use #8 for half rate outside, (37 knife), and #20 for one and a half rate outside, (35 knife).
• With #20 on the center, use #10 for half rate outside, (37 knife), and #30 for one and a half rate outside, (35 knife).
• With #30 on the center, use #15 for half rate outside, (37 knife), and #40 for one and a third rate outside, (35 knife).
• With #40 on the center, use #20 for half rate outside, (37 knife), and #60 for one and a half rate outside, (35 knife).
For replacement injectors, see“Coulter Injector Assembly” on page 43.