micro-trak MT-9000 FTW User manual

Automatic Spray Rate Controller
Reference Manual
*For Hardi sprayers and other sprayers
equipped with a single flowmeter
and three-way shut-off valves.
MT-9000TMFTW

MT-9000TMFTW
Automatic Spray Rate Controller
Reference Manual
The MT-9000 FTW is an electronic monitoring and control system that can help you achieve maximum yields and operate more
cost-effectively by providing the information you need to maintain proper application rates of liquid chemicals and fertilizer.
The MT-9000 FTW has been designed for easy installation and operation. However, since each installation will vary depending
on your equipment, please take time to familiarize yourself with this manual and the actual components before beginning.
Following the procedures described in this manual will ensure proper performance and help avoid problems or questions
once you are in the field. Please note: This controller is NOT for use with two-way boom shut-off valves, NH3 application or
dry product application.
This manual is written for the MT-9000 FTW Model MT9-00-FTW, which may be used for either English or Metric measurement.
Please read the manual carefully and follow the instructions as they apply to your usage.
If you do encounter a problem that cannot be corrected by reviewing this manual, consult your dealer or distributor, or contact
a Micro-Trak technician for assistance.
Toll free in U.S. or Canada: [phone] or
[phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.micro-trak.com
1305 Stadium Road, Mankato, MN 56001-5355
© 2000 Micro-Trak Systems, Inc. •Printed in the U.S.A.
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Micro-Trak® Warranty
Micro-Trak (herein “Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser (herein “Buyer”) that, if any product or part of the product
(herein “part”) proves to be defective in material or workmanship, upon inspection and examination by Seller, within one (1)
year from the original date-of-purchase, and is returned to Seller with dated proof-of-purchase, transportation prepaid, within
thirty (30) days after such defect is discovered, Seller will, at their option and sole discretion, either repair or replace said part,
except that the warranty for expendable parts, including but not limited to, light bulbs and batteries shall be thirty (30) days
from the original date-of-purchase. Said warranty is valid only when the part has been installed, operated and maintained in
strict accordance with the procedures outlined in the manual. Any damage or failure to said part resulting from abuse, misuse,
neglect, accidental or improper installation or maintenance, unauthorized modification, use with other products or attributable
to acts of God, as determined solely by the Seller, will invalidate the warranty. Said part will not be considered defective if it
substantially fulfills the performance specification. Buyer shall be responsible for all maintenance services, if any, all in strict
accordance with the procedures outlined in the manual. The warranty does not include labor, installation, replacement parts
or repairs, delivery of replacement parts or repairs or time and travel. Said warranty is nontransferable.
The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties of merchantability, fitness for purpose and of any other
type, whether express or implied. The Seller’s liability, whether in contract, in tort, under any warranty, in negligence or
otherwise, shall not exceed the return of the amount of the purchase price paid by the Buyer, and under no circumstance shall
the Seller be liable for special, indirect or consequential damages. Seller neither assumes nor authorizes anyone to assume for it
any other obligation or liability in connection with said part. No action, regardless of form, arising out of the transactions under
this agreement may be brought by the Buyer more than one (1) year after the cause of action has occurred.
Seller agrees to extend the term of the foregoing warranty period should the Buyer return completed warranty registration
information, with dated proof-of-purchase, to the Seller within one (1) year from the original date-of-purchase. All conditions
and limitations of said foregoing warranty, except the term of said foregoing warranty, shall apply. Said term shall be extended
to a total of three (3) years from the original date-of-purchase on display consoles and network communication modules, as
defined by Seller, and said term shall be extended to a total of two (2) years from the original date-of-purchase on all other
parts, except that the warranty for expendable parts, including but not limited to, light bulbs and batteries shall be thirty (30)
days from the original date-of-purchase and except that the warranty for parts manufactured by someone other than the
Seller, including but not limited to, shutoff and control valves, DGPS receivers, memory cards and drives, mapping software,
flowmeters and pressure sensors shall be one (1) year from the original date-of-purchase.
Buyer accepts these terms and warranty limitations unless the product is returned to Seller, via proper distribution channels
and approved return authorization, with dated proof-of-purchase, transportation prepaid, within fifteen (15) days from the
date-of-purchase for refund of the purchase price.
Units under warranty should be sent prepaid, with dated proof-of-purchase, within thirty (30) days of discovering defect, to
the address below:
Mail and UPS:
Micro-Trak Systems, Inc.
Attn: Service Department
P.O. Box 99
111 East LeRay Avenue
Eagle Lake, MN 56024-0099
Extended Warranty Option
It’s simple! Just complete the enclosed registration card(s) for this product
and mail it in and we’ll extend your warranty for up to three years*, at no additional charge.
MAIL IN YOUR REGISTRATION CARD TODAY!
Registration card information is for internal use only.
* Some limitations apply. See warranty statement for details.
At Micro-Trak Systems, we believe a product that delivers quality and performance at a low cost is what is needed to help
today’s operator and the operator of the future.
It is our goal to provide operators with a line of electronic equipment that will help build and maintain an efficient and
profitable operation.
We thank you for your purchase and hope that we can be of service to you in the future.
Micro-Trak Systems, Inc.

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Table of Contents
Warranty...................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................................................................4-5
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Basic Overview of Typical Installation .................................................................................................................................. 7
Component Parts and Assembly Hardware......................................................................................................................8-9
Installation.......................................................................................................................................................................... 10-20
Required Tools..........................................................................................................................................................................................10
Mounting the Display Console...........................................................................................................................................................10
Electrical Installation ..............................................................................................................................................................................10
Speed Sensor Installation...............................................................................................................................................................11-12
Magnets..............................................................................................................................................................................................11
Attaching Magnets......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Attaching Speed Sensor .......................................................................................................................................................................12
Connecting the Speed Sensor Cable ...............................................................................................................................................12
Connecting the Run/Hold Sensor Cable.........................................................................................................................................13
Speed Sensor Options ...........................................................................................................................................................................13
Mounting and Plumbing Flowmeter ...............................................................................................................................................14
Installing Flow Sensor Cable ...............................................................................................................................................................14
Pressure Relief Valve...............................................................................................................................................................................15
Range Adjust Valve.................................................................................................................................................................................15
Installing Pressure Sensor ....................................................................................................................................................................15
Servo, Throttling Valves ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Electric Relief Valve................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Boom Shut-off Valves.............................................................................................................................................................................17
Plumbing Overview Diagram..............................................................................................................................................................18
Valve Diagrams.........................................................................................................................................................................................19
Wiring Diagram........................................................................................................................................................................................20
Console Functions................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Calibration .......................................................................................................................................................................... 22-31
Introduction to Calibration..................................................................................................................................................................22
“Special” Calibration.........................................................................................................................................................................22-24
Entering “Special” Calibration Values................................................................................................................................22-23
Units of Measure, Servo Type, Servo Polarity................................................................................................................23
Boom Shut-Off Valve Type, Tank Alarm Set Point, Tank Size ..................................................................................24
Exiting “Special” Calibration ................................................................................................................................................24
Special Factory-loaded Calibration Values.....................................................................................................................24
Standard Calibration ........................................................................................................................................................................25-31
Entering Standard Calibration Values...............................................................................................................................25-28
Target Rate, Adjust Rate........................................................................................................................................................25
Boom Width, Setting Individual Boom Width, Banding Application Calibration ............................................ 26
Min Flow......................................................................................................................................................................................26
Flowmeter, Distance...............................................................................................................................................................27
Determining Wheel Circumference ..................................................................................................................................27
Pressure Offset ..........................................................................................................................................................................28
Fine-tuning Speed/Distance Calibration ...............................................................................................................................29
Fine-tuning Flowmeter Calibration..........................................................................................................................................30
Standard Factory-loaded Calibration......................................................................................................................................31
Exiting Standard Calibration.......................................................................................................................................................31
Test Speed.........................................................................................................................................................................................31
Pre-field System Checkout .................................................................................................................................................... 32

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Table of Contents (cont)
Operation............................................................................................................................................................................ 33-36
Display Area, Power Switch, Auto/Man/Hold Switch, “+/- Switch, Boom Switches.......................................................33
Rate Buttons, Tank Button, Alarm Switch, Test Button, Reset Button, DB-9 Connector...............................................34
Rotary Dial..................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Warning Device, Light Sensor, Variable Rate Technology.......................................................................................................35
Version/Hour Display on Startup.......................................................................................................................................................36
Resetting System Counters..................................................................................................................................................................36
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................ 37-40
General ........................................................................................................................................................................................................37
Checking Individual Components.....................................................................................................................................................38
Checking Console Inputs......................................................................................................................................................................39
Plumbing Troubleshooting Chart .....................................................................................................................................................40
Plumbing Guidelines ........................................................................................................................................................ 41-42
General ........................................................................................................................................................................................................41
Valve Purpose and Adjustments........................................................................................................................................................42
Appendices......................................................................................................................................................................... 43-51
Appendix A: Optional Speed Sensor Mounting Installation .............................................................................................44-45
Appendix B: Various Ball Valve Configurations............................................................................................................................46
Appendix C: Adjusting By-Pass Valves ............................................................................................................................................47
Appendix D: Flowmeter Cleaning and Assembly........................................................................................................................48
Appendix E. Conversion Chart............................................................................................................................................................49
Appendix F: Replacement Parts List.................................................................................................................................................50
Appendix G: Glossary of Terms ..........................................................................................................................................................51

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Introduction
MT-9000 FTW System
The MT-9000 FTW is a flow-based control system which is
designed to be used on Hardi sprayers and other sprayers
equipped with diverting (three-way) boom valves.
Using typical boom valves and a Micro-Trak flow-based rate
control system, when one or more of the boom sections are
turned off, the flow of liquid is discontinued to that boom
section, and flow is adjusted so that application rate through
the remaining boom sections (when in automatic) is not
affected.
Using the diverting (three-way) valve and the MT-9000 FTW
flow-based control system, liquid is actually diverted or
by-passed back to the tank.
The MT-9000 FTW system uses individually entered boom
widths to determine which portion of the total liquid is being
by-passed rather than sprayed from the boom section. For
this reason, it is extremely important to adjust and verify
the amount of liquid that is diverted by the three-way valve
when a boom is shut off. Please read your sprayer’s operating
manual for details, or see Appendix C for basic instructions.
The MT-9000 FTW has many built-in features, some of which
are described in the following paragraphs.
THREE INDEPENDENT RATE SETTINGS
The system provides three application rate settings with
clearly marked buttons to choose the desired rate. The three
rates can be set up in two ways: If the same nozzles are always
used, three selectable rates can be set up for varying field
conditions. If three different sets of quick-change nozzles
are used, each of the three rates can be set up for a different
set of nozzles. This will save time when changing nozzles,
because the console will not need to be calibrated when
nozzles are changed.
ALARM WITH EASY SET UP AND CONTROL
An internal alarm is provided to alert the operator to error
conditions. The alarm is factory-set to turn on if the actual
application rate is more than +/— 10% from the target rate,
and can easily be turned to a lower volume, or turned off
entirely, by simply using the toggle switch on the back of the
console. The alarm can also be set to turn on if the tank level
is below a set minimum.
FLASH PROGRAM MEMORY
The MT-9000 program resides in flash memory, allowing
simple field upgrades to the software, using the provided
software utilities and downloadable files, as more features
are developed and added.
RS232 SERIAL INTERFACE
The MT-9000 serial interface allows the MT-9000 to be
linked to most desktop, laptop or palmtop computers.
This serial link can be used to calibrate or reprogram the
console using the provided software utilities package.
It can also be used with appropriate software such as
Farm Works®SiteMate to accomplish variable rate application
(VRA), or as a data logger to download all of the accumulated
data and calibration parameters to the PC at intervals
commanded by the PC program. Using the Weigh-Tronix
WP-233 printer, available from Micro-Trak, data can be
printed directly from the RS-232 output to the printer
(by-passing your personal computer).
SOFTWARE UTILITIES
A compact disc with Utility Software is provided with each
system. If you have access to a PC with CD drive, this
software can be easily loaded on the PC. The Utility Software
includes a calibration “wizard” that directs the operator
through the MT-9000 calibration process and automatically
sets up calibration for various types of systems. If the PC is
connected to the MT-9000, the calibration parameters can
be downloaded directly to the MT-9000, or the calibration
settings can be printed out and entered into the MT-9000
manually. The calibration settings can be stored as files so
the MT-9000 can be quickly re-configured if it is used with
different applicators. If the PC is connected to the MT-9000,
the Utility Software also provides the ability to download and
store all of the data collected by the MT-9000, or to reprogram
the MT-9000 with program upgrade files provided by Micro-
Trak via e-mail (or on floppy disk).

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Basic Overview of Typical Installation
Hall-Eect Speed Sensor
(or Vansco or Optional Radar or GPS Speed Sensor)
Magnets on Hub of
Non-driven Wheel
Local Access
Speed Connection
Battery
Rear Speed Connection
Nurse
Tank
NH3500 Kit or
Liquier Kit
TM
Main Harness
Hitch Connection
MT-9000 Console

Terminal Kit
P/N 13270
Speed Sensor Kit P/N 01531
Including items A-G, below:
C. 15’ 3-Pin Extension Cable
M/P 150 P/N 13207
F. Magnet Clips (6)
P/N 10080
G. Hardware Bag
P/N 13251
D. Speed Sensor
Mounting Bracket
P/N 10013
E. Magnets (6)
P/N 12069
(2 in hardware bag)
Reference Manual
P/N 13953
MT-9000 FTW Console
P/N 13956
10’ 10-Pin M/P Extension Cable
P/N 13221
5’ 3-Pin W/P Extension Cable
P/N 10450
1” Electric
Servo Valve
P/N 11218
20’ 3-Pin M/P Power Harness
P/N 13092
C B A
5’ Shut-off Cables
P/N 13115
B A
14” Nylon Cable Ties
P/N 12910
B. 14” Nylon Cable Ties
P/N 12910
FM1000 SS Flowmeter
P/N 13187
Console Mount Kit
P/N 13254
5’ Hall-effect Flow Sensor
Cable with threaded sensor
P/N 13096
A. 5’ Hall-effect Flow Sensor
Cable with threaded sensor
P/N 13096
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Component Parts and Assembly Hardware
Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items:
Automatic Spray Rate Controller
Reference Manual
*For Hardi sprayers and other sprayers
equipped with a single owmeter
and three-way shut-o valves.
MT-9000
TM
FTW

Component Parts and Assembly Hardware (cont)
Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items:
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A B
4 3
C B A
A B C
C B A
C B A
A B C D E
Run/Hold
(Gray Tie)
Flow
(Green Tie)
Boom 1
(Brown Tie)
Servo
(No Tie)
Red Tie
A B
4 3
A B
A B
A B
A B
E D C B A
5’ Relief, Booms 2-3, Pressure Harness
P/N 13084
Orange Tie
(Boom 3)
Natural Tie
(Pressuer)
No Tie
(Relief)
BlackTie
(Boost)
Red Tie
(Boom 2)
White Tie
(Natural)
A B
4 3
A B
C B A
A B
A B C D E
5’ Booms 4-6, Distance Harness
P/N 13085
(Not included with 1-3 Boom Kit)
Yellow Tie
(Boom 4)
Yellow Tie
(Distance)
Blue Tie
(Boom 6)
Green Tie
(Boom 5)
Blue Tie

FIELD AREA
TOTAL AREA
SPEED
TARGET RATE
ADJUST RATE
BOOM WIDTH
FLOW RATE
TOTAL FLOW
FIELD FLOW
MIN. FLOW
FLOWMETER
DISTANCE
RATE 1 RATE 3
RATE 2 RESET
TEST
TANK
BOOMS
ON
OFF
AUTO
MAN
HOLD
POWER ON
OFF
Installation
Mounting the Display Console Tools Needed to Install MT-9000
• Screwdrivers • Pliers
• Set of Wrenches • Wire Cutter
• Electric Drill and Bits • Hacksaw
• 12-Volt Test Light • Center Punch
• Bench Vise • Hammer
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Illustration 1
Select a mounting location which seems most workable,
and that best fits your needs. It should be convenient to
reach and highly visible to the operator. DO NOT INSTALL
IN A POSITION THAT OBSTRUCTS THE VIEW OF THE ROAD
OR WORK AREA. Whenever possible, avoid locations that
expose the console to direct sunlight, high temperature,
strong chemicals or rain.
Place the mounting bracket in the selected location, mark
holes, drill 1/4” (7mm) holes and mount bracket with bolts,
lockwashers and nuts provided. (If bolts are not practical, use
self-tapping screws.) See Illustration 1.
Place the console in the “U” bracket and install the console
knobs through the bracket, placing a rubber washer over the
threaded stud. Position console to proper viewing angle and
tighten the knobs securely. See Illustration 2.
INSTALLATION NOTE: To avoid non-warranty moisture
damage to the console, route console cables so that the
connectors are lower than the console. See Illustration 3. Illustration 2
Illustration 3
Back of Console
Route console cables so that
the connectors are lower
than the console.
Electrical Installation
The MT-9000 FTW must be connected to a 12-volt DC elec-
trical system. Power is connected directly to the battery. The
MT-9000 FTW has an ON/OFF switch on the console to turn
the power off when the system is not being used.
Locate the power cable harness and connect to
the mating connector on the console. Connect the
blue chassis ground wire to a good frame ground. See
Figure 1.3. Make sure there is good metal-to-metal contact.
Route the power cable from the console to the battery. Cut
excess length. In routing cable to battery, avoid areas where
the cable may be subjected to abrasion or excessive heat.
Install the in-line fuse provided with the kit as illustrated,
on the white wire, to protect the circuit. Connect the WHITE
wire (hot) to the positive battery terminal. Attach the BLACK
wire (ground) to a screw or bolt on the equipment frame. See
Illustration 3. Be sure there is good metal-to-metal contact.
Your MT-9000 FTW is equipped with an electronic memory
which does not require a constant supply of power to retain
daily totals or calibration values. The advantage with this
type of memory is that it conserves battery power and will
not discharge the vehicle’s battery when equipment is not
in use.
Chassis
Ground
(black)
Ground
20.0 Amp in-line Fuse Required
Hot
(White)
C B A

Installation (cont)
Speed Sensor Installation
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Locate the Following Parts
• Speed Sensor Cable
• Mounting “L” Bracket
• Magnet Clip
• Magnets
• Cable Ties
PLEASE NOTE: If you have purchased a Trak-Star speed
sensor, disregard the following section on magnetic
speed sensors and install the Trak-Star as described in
the instructions included with the unit. (Please refer to
Appendix A for additional speed sensor options.)
Magnets
Please read the following information about magnet spacing
and polarity.
The number of magnets that must be used depends on
the size of your tire and where you mount the sensor. The
general rule for tractor or implement wheels is one magnet
for each wheel bolt (minimum of two, and always use an
even number). For drive shafts or small wheels (ATV’s), a
minimum of two magnets are required.
Some installations may require that more than two magnets
be installed. To determine the number of magnets required,
measure the distance traveled of one revolution of the sensor
equipped wheel in inches (meters). Divide that measurement
by 20 for English and Turf units, or by .5 for Metric units, and
then round up to the nearest even number (always use an
even number of magnets). That number will be the minimum
number of magnets required for the installation.
EXAMPLE IN ENGLISH/TURF UNITS
If your revolution measurement is 97 inches, dividing that
number by 20 gives you a value of 4.85. Rounding 4.85 up to
the nearest even number is 6. For this example, the minimum
number of magnets required is 6.
EXAMPLE IN METRIC UNITS
If your revolution measurement is 2.5 meters, dividing that
number by .5 gives you a value of 5. Rounding 5 up to the
nearest even number is 6. For this example, the minimum
number of magnets required is 6.
The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are marked with a
punched dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the magnet.
See Illustration 4.
Always use an even number of magnets, and always alternate
the polarities of the magnets as you go around the wheel
hub or drive shaft.
To install, mount the first magnet with the SOUTH pole side
(dashed line) facing toward the hub or shaft. Mount the
second magnet with the NORTH pole side facing toward the
hub or shaft. See Illustration 5.
For proper operation, the magnets must be evenly spaced
around the wheel or drive shaft. The magnets must be at
least 1” apart. See Illustration 6.
Attaching Magnets
Refer to Appendix A for optional mounting instructions.
Magnets may be attached mechanically as shown or adhered
with epoxy or other high quality adhesive. When using
adhesive, thoroughly clean the area of dirt and oil.
Illustration 6
Illustration 5
Illustration 4
S
N
North
North
North
South
South
South
1
2
43
5
6
Test magnet
should alternately
attract and repel.
1” Minimum
English or Turf (inches)
Wheel Circumference 40 80 120 160 200
Number of Magnets 2 4 6 8 10
Metric (cm)
Wheel Circumference 100 200 300 400 500
Number of Magnets 2 4 6 8 10
Drill lug bolt
hole and bend
to fit hub.
Magnet

Installation (cont)
Attaching Speed Sensor
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A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
LOCAL ACCESS SPEED CONNECTOR
A
B
C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
MT-9000 SERIES CONSOLE
YELLOW TIE
BLUE TIE
BRN
RED
ORG
YEL
GRN
BLU
VIO
GRY
WHT
BLK
BRN
RED
ORG
YEL
GRN
BLU
VIO
GRY
WHT
BLK
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
BLUE TIE
N/C
RED
BLK
RED
WHT
BLK
BLK
RED
BLK
RED
BLUE TIE
A
B
C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
YELLOW TIE
YELLOW TIE
GREEN TIE
A
B
C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
A
B
C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
RED
BLK
RED
BLK
RED
BLK
RED
WHT
BLK
BOOM
FOUR
BOOM
SIX
BOOM
FIVE
SPEED
FEMALE .250 QD
FEMALE .250 QD
FEMALE .250 QD
FEMALE .250 QD
FEMALE .250 QD
FEMALE .250 QD
The magnets are attached to a wheel hub or drive shaft and
the speed sensor is mounted directly over the magnet. When
the wheel or drive shaft begins turning, a speed impulse
is sent to the MT-9000 FTW console every time a magnet
passes by the tip of the speed sensor. For the speed sensor
to operate properly, the spacing between the magnets and
the tip of the sensor must always remain constant. Before
permanently mounting any parts, be sure that the location
you have selected will meet the following requirements.
See Illustration 7.
Illustration 7
45° max
Sensor
(Green body)
Magnet
3/8” nuts
Bracket must
be rigidly
mounted
Sensor assembly must not
be mounted more than
45° from perpendicular
¼” to ½” air gap
Connecting the Speed Sensor Cable
The speed sensor cable has a GREEN sensor body and mates
with the main harness cable having a YELLOW cable tie near
the 3-pin M/P connector. Make certain that you install the
correct sensor cable and connect it to the correct connector
on the main harness. The speed sensor and the flow sensor
are identical, but must be connected to the proper harness
connector. The speed sensor always connects to the main
harness lead with the YELLOW tie and flow sensor always
connects to the main harness lead with the GREEN tie. See
Illustration 8.
INSTALLATION NOTE: The main harness provides two
connection points for the speed sensor. For speed sensor
installations in the cab or near the control console, it
may be more practical to use the local access connector
(YELLOW tie) on the control console pigtail exiting the rear
of the console. Using this connection point will disable
the connection point on the end of the main harness. For
speed sensor installations on implements, it may be more
practical to use the speed connector on the end of the
main harness. When using this connection point, make
certain that the local access connector for speed/distance
is mated together. Illustration 8
SENSOR IDENTIFICATION CHART
SENSOR SENSOR BODY COLOR MAIN HARNESS TIE COLOR
Speed Green Yellow
Flow Green Green

Installation (cont)
Connecting the Run/Hold Sensor Cable
The Run/hold sensor, which plugs into the main harness
cable with the GRAY tie, also uses the same type of connector
as the speed and flow sensors. However, the Run/hold sensor
body is BLACK, and it always connects to the main harness
lead with the GRAY tie. See Illustration 9.
Illustration 9
Run/Hold
(optional)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
Local Access Run/Hold Connector
A
B
C
A
B
C
3-Pin
Metri-Pack
150 Tower
3-Pin
Metri-Pack
150 Shroud
Gray Tie
Red Tie
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
LOCAL ACCESS RUN/HOLD CONNECTOR
A
B
C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
MT-9000 SERIES CONSOLE
RED TIE
BRN
RED
ORG
YEL
GRN
BLU
VIO
GRY
WHT
BLK
BRN
RED
ORG
YEL
GRN
BLU
VIO
GRY
WHT
BLK
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
RED
WHT
BLK
RED
WHT
BLK
RED
BLK
RED
BLK
RED TIE
A
B
C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
GRAY TIE
GREEN TIE
RED
WHT
BLK
GRAY TIE
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
BROWN TIE
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
A
B
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
W/P 150
TOWER
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
W/P 150
SHROUD
RED
WHT
BLK
RED
BLK
FLOW
SERVO
BOOM
ONE
FEMALE .250 QD
FEMALE .250 QD
3-PIN
W/P 150
SHROUD
A
B
C
13
Vansco Radar Speed Sensor
Contact a Micro-Trak sales representative for details on any of these products,
or call Micro-Trak Systems, Inc. at 1-800-328-9613.
Astro II GPS Speed Sensor
Speed Sensor Options
In addition to the standard Hall-effect magnetic speed
sensor, the MT-9000 may be interfaced with a variety of other
speed sensing equipment. Several options are listed below.
ASTROSERIESOROTHERGPSSPEEDSENSORINTERFACES
The MT-9000 may also be used with most GPS speed sensors
that output a pulsed signal, such as the Micro-Trak Astro
II and 5, SkyTrak or Dickey-John GPS speed sensors. An
adapter cable may be required.
VANSCO™RADAR SPEED SENSOR
The Vansco radar speed sensor uses a microwave (radar)
signal to deliver a reliable, accurate speed signal for electronic
equipment. It features state-of-the-art electronic design/
manufacturing, rugged aluminum housing and complete
testing and certification.
RADAR INTERFACE
The MT-9000 may also be interfaced with most popular
radar ground speed sensors. An adapter cable is required for
proper interface.
SEE APPENDIX H FOR LIST OF ADAPTER CABLES FOR RADAR.
GPS SPEED SENSOR INTERFACE
The MT-9000 may also be used with most GPS speed sensors
that output a pulsed signal, such as SkyTrak or Dickey-John
GPS speed sensors. An adapter cable may be required.

Installation (cont)
Mounting and Plumbing Flowmeter
14
The flowmeter must be installed at the pump output after any
strainers, return lines, or valves. Securely mount flowmeter
(hardware not supplied) in a vertical position in an area
away from intense vibration. Do Not install flowmeter closer
than 12” to the servo valve or the boom shut-off valves.
(The flowmeter may need periodic cleaning, so it should
be easy to remove.) The flowmeter is a bidirectional meter
(exception: Polmac’s 1 1/2”—3”). Liquid can flow in either
direction, but up is recommended. Make connections using
1” fittings without the use of reducers, elbows or sharp bends
for a minimum of six inches (15 cm) either side of the meter.
See Illustration 10.
NOTE: Save plastic plugs to protect flowmeter during
storage.
Illustration 10
Sprayer Line*
Locknut
Sensor
(green body)
Flowmeter
* NOT SUPPLIED
“L” Bracket*
Hose Clamps*
¾” NPT Male Fitting*
Hose Clamps*
Hose Clamps*
Installing Flow Sensor Cable
With the flowmeter in place, install the flow sensor cable.
Screw the sensor all the way into the flowmeter hole. Tighten
3/8” jam nut to lock sensor in place.
Uncoil the flow sensor cable and carefully route it to meet the
main harness flow connector marked with GREEN tie. Align
connectors and press firmly together until locking tab clicks
into place. Secure cable with ties provided. See Illustration 11.
Illustration 11
A B C
C B A
Flow Sensor
Cable Connector
Main Harness
Flow Connector
Green Tie
Connect flow sensor cable to console cable (GREEN tie).
Run/Hold
(optional)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
Local Access Run/Hold Connector
A
B
C
A
B
C
3-Pin
Metri-Pack
150 Tower
3-Pin
Metri-Pack
150 Shroud
Gray Tie
Red Tie
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
LOCAL ACCESS RUN/HOLD CONNECTOR
A
B
C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
MT-9000 SERIES CONSOLE
RED TIE
BRN
RED
ORG
YEL
GRN
BLU
VIO
GRY
WHT
BLK
BRN
RED
ORG
YEL
GRN
BLU
VIO
GRY
WHT
BLK
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
RED
WHT
BLK
RED
WHT
BLK
RED
BLK
RED
BLK
RED TIE
A
B
C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
GRAY TIE
GREEN TIE
RED
WHT
BLK
GRAY TIE
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
BROWN TIE
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
A
B
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
W/P 150
TOWER
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
W/P 150
SHROUD
RED
WHT
BLK
RED
BLK
FLOW
SERVO
BOOM
ONE
FEMALE .250 QD
FEMALE .250 QD
3-PIN
W/P 150
SHROUD
A
B
C

Installation (cont)
Pressure Relief Valve
15
If you have a positive displacement pump or a centrifugal
pump capable of generating excessive pressure, you
must install a pressure relief valve and adjust it to a safe
maximum pressure. If a positive displacement pump is
operated without a pressure relief valve, damage
may result to pump or other plumbing component.
See Illustration 12.
Illustration 12
Tee “C”
Tee “A”
Pressure
Relief Valve
For Positive
Displacement Pumps
Illustration 13
Tee “C”
Range
Adjust Valve
Tee “A”
For Oversized
Pumps
Range Adjust Valve
With oversized pumps, it may be necessary to install a range
adjust valve. The range adjust valve will reduce the pumps
output to the rest of the system. Adjustment of this valve
is covered in the Pre-Field Checkout on pages 34-35.
See Illustration 13.
Illustration 14
Installing Pressure Sensor
If you are using a pressure sensor, it must be installed before
the boom shut-off valves (or on their feed-through port) in
your plumbing configuration.
Install the pressure sensor in the main sprayer line as close
to the boom shut-off valves as possible. See Illustration 14.
Locate the relief/booms 2-3/pressure cable harness (P/N
13084) and connect to the mating connector with the
NATURAL tie. Connect the blue chassis ground wire to a
good frame ground. Make sure there is good metal-to-metal
contact.
NOTE: The console display area for pressure will be blank
until initial nulling is complete. (The pressure sensor can be
turned OFF by loading factory defaults. See “Loading Factory
Defaults”, page 36.)
TO NULL THE PRESSURE SENSOR
1. Place the AUTO/MAN/HOLD switch in HOLD.
2. Turn the rotary dial to SPEED.
3. Press both the Test button and the “-” switch.
NOTE: The pressure offset must be re-nulled if a new
sensor is installed.
Pressure Sensor

Installation (cont)
Servo, Throttling Valves
16
Illustration 15
Return to pump
inlet or unrestricted
return to tank
Servo Valve Cable
From Pump Throttling Valve
To Flowmeter
Servo Valve
The servo valve installs in an unrestricted return line to the
inlet of the pump or directly into the tank. DO NOT install the
servo valve closer than 12” to the flowmeter. The servo valve
has a flow direction decal on it. Make certain that the actual
flow direction matches the decal on the servo valve. Do not
install the servo valve in the agitation line. Slow response
time and marginal operation may result. The return line
should tee from the main line just after the throttling valve.
See Illustration 15. The throttling valve is used to limit the
output (set maximum output) of the pump to the flowmeter
and servo valve. The throttling valve is adjusted to put
the servo valve in its optimal operating range. Please refer
to Pre-Field System Checkout for proper valve adjustment
procedure.
The servo valve connects directly to the main harness 3-pin
W/P cable lead. If more length is required, use a 3-pin W/P
extension cable of the appropriate length. If using a different
12-volt control valve, please refer to “Servo Type” in the
Special Calibration section, page 24.
NOTE: The servo valve may be installed in the main spray
line. For in-line use, you will need to calibrate for in-line
(see Special Calibration, page 24). Failure to set for in-line
will result in backwards operation of the servo valve.
Electric Relief Valve
An electric relief valve minimizes pressure build-up by
opening a “by-pass dump” line when all boom valves are
closed. An electric relief valve is not a replacement for a
mechanical relief valve. If your pump can produce pressures
above the limits of your plumbing (positive displacement
pumps) a mechanical relief valve is required.
Whenever all the boom control switches are turned off, or
when HOLD is selected, the electric relief valve should be
open. Use this plumbing figure (See Illustration16) as your
pattern for proper installation of your relief valve. DO NOT
install the relief valve closer than 12” to the flowmeter. With
the relief valve installed, locate each solenoid cable and
crimp an insulated quick disconnect (Q.D.) terminal on each
wire. Connect the wires on the terminals to the relief valve
and connect the 2-pin M/P connector to the relief lead on
the main harness (no tie). Be careful not to connect the relief
valve cable to one of the boom shut-off leads. All of the
boom shut-off leads have a colored tie near the 2-pin M/P
connector. The relief solenoid lead does not.
Illustration 16
T
ank Agitation
Pump
Mechanical
Relief Valve
Electric
Relief Valve
Servo Valve
Throttle
Valve
Flowmeter

2
3
4
5
6
1
Return Line
to Tank
To Nozzles
Installation (cont)
Boom Shut-off Valves
17
Locate the boom shut-off cables. Crimp the insulated quick
disconnect terminals provided with the cables to both wires.
(If valves have wires, crimp terminals on those wires.) Attach
the cables to the terminals on the boom valves. Normally,
wires connect red to red and black to black. If valves operate
backwards, reverse connections. Apply silicone grease to the
terminal connections to help prevent corrosion and insure a
good electrical connection.
Locate the colored cable ties included with the boom shut-off
cables. Attach a BROWN tie near the 2-pin M/P connector on
the boom one (1) cable. Attach a RED tie near the 2-pin M/P
connector on the boom two (2) cable. Attach an ORANGE tie
near the 2-pin M/P connector on the boom three (3) cable.
Attach a YELLOW tie near the 2-pin M/P connector on the
boom four (4) cable. Attach a GREEN tie near the 2-pin M/P
connector on the boom five (5) cable. Attach a BLUE tie near
the 2-pin M/P connector on the boom six (6) cable.
Connect the 2-pin M/P connectors to the mating connectors
on the main harness. Boom one (1) connects to the mating
connector with the BROWN cable tie near the connector.
Boom two (2) connects to the mating connector with the
RED cable tie near the connector. Boom three (3) connects
to the mating connector with the ORANGE cable tie near the
connector. Boom four (4) connects to the mating connector
with the YELLOW cable tie near the connector. Boom five
(5) connects to the mating connector with the GREEN cable
tie near the connector. Boom six (6) connects to the mating
connector with the BLUE cable tie near the connector.
NOTE: A basic configuration for 2-, 3- and 4-wire ball valves
is shown in Appendix B (in the back of this manual).
Illustration 17

TO NOZZLES
RETURN LINE
TO TANK
2
3
4
6
TEE “B”
THROTTLE VALVE*
* ITEMS NOT INCLUDED WITH SYSTEM.
TEE “A”
AGITATION
VALVE*
STRAINER*
PUMP*
TANK
SHUT-OFF VALVE*
FLOW SENSOR
(GREEN BODY)
RUN/HOLD SENSOR
(OPTIONAL) BLACK BODY
TEE “C”
SERVO
SPEED SENSOR
(GREEN BODY)
LOCAL ACCESS
RUN/HOLD CONNECTOR
LOCAL ACCESS
SPEED CONNECTOR
PRESSURE
SENSOR
CHASSIS GROUND
(BLUE)
GRAY TIE
YELLOW TIE
NATURAL
(CLEAR) TIE
BLUE TIE
GREEN
TIE
BLUE
TIE
YELLOW
TIE
ORANGE
TIE
RED TIE
RED TIE
W/P CONNECTOR
(NO TIE)
BLUE TIE
NATURAL
(CLEAR) TIE
GRAY TIE
BLUE TIE
YELLOW
TIE
NATURAL
(CLEAR) TIE
BLACK TIE
OPTIONAL
BOOST VALVE
GREEN
TIE
BROWN
TIE
RED
TIE
OPTIONAL
RELIEF VALVE
Installation (cont)
MT-9000 FTW Plumbing Overview Diagram
18

19
Tee “C”
Range
Adjust Valve
Tee “A”
Tee “C”
Tee “A”
Pressure
Relief Valve
For Oversized Pumps
If Optional Relief Valve Kit is Used
For Positive Displacement Pumps
Installation (cont)
MT-9000 Series Plumbing Valve Overview
Servo
Valve
Relief Valve
Tee “B”

Installation (cont)
MT-9000 Series Wiring Diagram
20
WHT RED BLK
3-PIN
METRI-PAK630
SHROUD
CHASSIS GROUND
BATTERY POSITIVE BATTERY NEGATIVE
RED ORG YEL GRN BLU VIO GRY WHT BLK
BRN
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
LOCAL ACCESS RUN/HOLD CONNECTOR
A B C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
MT 9000 SERIES CONSOLE
GRAY TIE
RED TIE
A B C
A B C
3-PIN
METRI-PAK630
TOWER
WHT RED BLK
A B C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C D E F G H J K
RED ORG YEL GRN BLU VIO GRY WHT BLK
BRN
WHT BLK RED WHT BLK RED BLK RED BLK
RED
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
A B C
RED WHT BLK
A B
A B C
A B C
A B C
A B C
A B C
A B C
A B
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
W/P 150
TOWER
3-PIN
W/P 150
SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
GRAY TIE
GREEN TIE
RED TIE
BROWN TIE
RED TIE
NATURAL TIE
FLOW
RUN/HOLD (OPTIONAL)
3-PIN
W/P 150
SHROUD
BOOM ONE
SERVO
RED WHT BLK
RED BLK
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
WHITE TIE
LOCAL ACCESS PRESSURE CONNECTOR
A B
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
BRN RED ORG YEL GRN BLU VIO GRY WHT BLK
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
A B C D E F G H J K
A B
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
BRN RED ORG YEL GRN BLU VIO GRY WHT BLK
RED BLK RED BLK BLK BLK RED BLK RED
RED
A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
FEMALE .250 Q.D. FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
RED BLK RED BLK
RED BLK
RED BLK
RED BLK
SERVO
PRESSURE
RELIEF
BOOST
BOOM THREE
BOOM TWO
YELLOW TIE
BLUE TIE
LOCAL ACCESS SPEED CONNECTOR
A B C
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
A B C
BRN RED ORG YEL GRN BLU VIO GRY WHT BLK
BRN RED ORG YEL GRN BLU VIO GRY WHT BLK
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN METRI-PACK SHROUD
10-PIN METRI-PACK TOWER
RED BLK RED WHT BLK BLK RED BLK RED
N/C
YELLOW TIE
BLACK TIE
ORANGE TIE
BLUE TIE
WHITE TIE
FEMALE .250 Q.D. FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
FEMALE .250 Q.D.
BOOM FOUR
BOOM FIVE
BOOM SIX
DISTANCE
RED BLK
RED BLK
RED BLK
RED WHT BLK
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
BLUE TIE GREEN TIE
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
2-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 TOWER
3-PIN
METRI-PACK
150 SHROUD
A B C
A B C
A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
A B
YELLOW TIE
P/N 13221
P/N 13221 P/N 13221
P/N 13085
P/N 13084
P/N 13083
P/N 13092
P/N 13096
P/N 10450 P/N 13256
P/N 13096
BOOM CABLES (8) P/N 13115