Montag GEN 2 - 2218 User manual
Gen 2 Operations Manual
Models 2218, 2208, 2108
P003162- Effective 1-1-2020 thru current
Read manual before operating Montag equipment
MONTAG MANUFACTURING, INC.
3816 461ST AVE
EMMETSBURG, IA 50536
www.montagmfg.com
PH 712-852-4574
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1. Introduction / General Information ........................................................................................... 5
1.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Hydraulic Requirements .......................................................................................................................5
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1.7 Warranty Information ............................................................................................................................9
2. Safety ........................................................................................................................................ 10
2.1 Section Overview................................................................................................................................10
2.2 Safety ................................................................................................................................................10
2.2.1 Keep All Guards In Place...........................................................................................................11
2.2.2 Stay Away From Rotating Augers .............................................................................................11
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2.2.4 Avoid Hot Parts ..........................................................................................................................12
2.2.5 Avoid High Pressure Hydraulic Fluid .........................................................................................12
2.2.6 Avoid Flying Object Injuries .......................................................................................................12
2.2.7 Avoid Loss Of Control ................................................................................................................12
2.2.8 Avoid Tipping Cart......................................................................................................................13
2.2.9 Clearance ..................................................................................................................................13
2.2.10 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................13
2.2.11 Hazards From Modifying Your Particulate Metering System....................................................14
2.2.12 Safety Warning Label Locations - 2218 ..................................................................................14
2.2.13 Safety Warning Label Locations - 2208...................................................................................16
2.2.14 Safety Warning Label Locations - 2108...................................................................................17
2.2.15 Safety Warning Labels.............................................................................................................18
2.2.16 Safety Decal Care....................................................................................................................22
2.3 Highway And Transportation Operation..............................................................................................22
2.4 Rinse Tank..........................................................................................................................................23
3. Assembly.................................................................................................................................... 24
3.1 Gen 2 2218 System Assembly ..........................................................................................................24
3.1.1 Install Gen 2 Unit On Cart .........................................................................................................24
3.1.2 Install Step and Platform Assembly...........................................................................................24
3.1.3 Install Lights...............................................................................................................................25
3.2 Gen 2 2208 System Assembly ..........................................................................................................25
3.2.1 Install Gen 2 2208 Unit On Cart ................................................................................................25
3.3 Gen 2 2108 System Assembly ...........................................................................................................26
3.3.1 Install Gen 2 2108 Unit On Implement......................................................................................26
4. Connect Cart To Implement...................................................................................................... 27
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4.1.1 Connect Hydraulic Hoses ..........................................................................................................27
4.1.2 Connect Air Hoses.....................................................................................................................27
4.1.3 System Air Pressure Adjustment ...............................................................................................28
4.1.4 Controller Set Up .......................................................................................................................28
4.1.5 Hydraulic Slide Gate Operation For Gen 2................................................................................29
4.1.6 Mechanical Slide Gate Controls ................................................................................................29
4.1.7 Fill Gen 2 Tank...........................................................................................................................30
5. Disconnecting From Implement............................................................................................... 31
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5.1.2 Disconnect Cart From Implement..............................................................................................31
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6. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 32
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6.2 2218 Harness Connection ..................................................................................................................37
6.3 2208 Harness Connection ..................................................................................................................39
6.4 2108 Harness Connection ..................................................................................................................40
7. Routine Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 41
7.1 Section Overview................................................................................................................................41
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7.3 Storing the Gen 2 System ..................................................................................................................42
8. Service And Repair.................................................................................................................... 43
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8.4 Slide Gate Removal / Repair For 2218...............................................................................................46
8.5 Slide Gate Removal / Repair For 2208, 2108.....................................................................................47
8.6 Fan Motor Drive..................................................................................................................................48
9. Appendix .................................................................................................................................... 49
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9.4 Hydraulic Schematics .........................................................................................................................58
9.4.1 Hydraulic Schematics - 2218 1 Section Twin Bin ......................................................................58
9.4.2 Hydraulic Schematics - 2218 2 Section Twin Bin ......................................................................59
9.4.3 Hydraulic Schematics - 2218 3 Section Twin Bin ......................................................................60
9.4.4 Hydraulic Schematics - 2218 4 Section Twin Bin ......................................................................61
9.4.5 Hydraulic Schematics - 2208 1 Section Single Product.............................................................62
9.4.6 Hydraulic Schematics - 2208 2 Section Single Product.............................................................63
9.4.7 Hydraulic Schematics - 2208 1 Section Two Product ................................................................64
9.4.8 Hydraulic Schematics - 2208 2 Section Two Product ................................................................65
9.4.9 Hydraulic Schematics - 2208 3 Section Two Product ................................................................66
9.4.10 Hydraulic Schematics - 2208 4 Section Two Product ..............................................................67
9.4.11 Hydraulic Schematics - 2108 1 Section ...................................................................................68
9.4.12 Hydraulic Schematics - 2108 2 Section...................................................................................69
9.4.13 Hydraulic Schematics - 2108 3 Section...................................................................................70
9.4.14 Hydraulic Schematics - 2108 4 Section...................................................................................71
9.5 Scale Connections..............................................................................................................................72
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9.7 Speed Sensor Replacement...............................................................................................................75
9.8 ISOBUS Dry Rate Controller Set-Up Guide .......................................................................................76
9.9 Row Calibration Information ...............................................................................................................82
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1.1 INTRODUCTION
Read and understand this manual before using your fertilizer/cover crop applicator, and follow all of the safety instructions.
Keep all manuals in a safe place inside your tractor at all times.
fertilizer. 2208 and 2108 machines are generally utilized for cover crop application. In this manual, fertilizer and cover crop/
seed are used interchangeable to describe the function of the machine.
Some components on your Gen 2 metering system may have separate instruction manuals. Where this manual indicates
that you should read another manual, and you do not have that manual, contact your dealer or Montag Manufacturing for
assistance.
Information provided in this manual was current as of the issue date. Montag Manufacturing reserves the right to make
design changes without further notice or liability.
This manual covers 2218, 2208, and 2108 models. While there are dierences between these models, many
aspects of safety and operation are shared between them. Please be aware that there may be minor dierences
between the images shown in this manual and the physical product.
1.2 HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS
The following tractor hydraulic capacity requirements apply for any dry fertilizer application.
Model Rows Hydraulic Capacity Hydraulic Pressure Minimum Hydraulic Hose Size
Pressure Return Case Drain
¾ inch 1 inch ½ inch
2 - 2208 ¾ inch 1 inch ½ inch
2 - 2108 ¾ inch 1 inch ½ inch
1.3 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
20871 to Current
2218 Serial tag is located between the forklift tubes on
the non-fan end of the frame.
2208 and 2108 serial tags are found on the frame behind
the fan.
My serial number is
1. IntroductIon / General InformatIon
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