Norac UC4 Plus Rogator 64 Series User manual

MS Sprayers
Installation Manual
Spray Height Controller
Improving the competitiveness of Industry and
Agriculture through Precision Measurement

Printed in Canada
Copyright  2010 by NORAC Systems International Inc.
Reorder P/N UC4+BC+MS1-INST REV E (MS Sprayers)
NORAC Systems International Inc. reserves the right to improve products and their specifications without notice and without the
requirement to update products sold previously. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this
manual. The technical information in this manual was reviewed at the time of approval for publication.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 1
2 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................. 2
3 PARTS LISTS ...................................................................................................................................... 3
4 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................... 8
4.1 PRE-INSTALL CHECKLIST ............................................................................................................... 8
4.2 ULTRASONIC SENSOR INSTALLATION.............................................................................................. 9
4.2.1 Wing Sensor Installation........................................................................................................11
4.2.2 Main Lift Sensor Installation .................................................................................................. 11
4.3 ROLL SENSOR INSTALLATION....................................................................................................... 12
4.3.1 Boom Roll Sensor Mounting..................................................................................................12
4.3.2 Chassis Roll Sensor Mounting .............................................................................................. 12
4.4 HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................... 13
4.4.1 Valve Mounting......................................................................................................................13
4.4.2 H draulic Plumbing ............................................................................................................... 14
4.5 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................... 15
4.6 COMPLETING THE FACTORY INSTALL ............................................................................................ 1
5 END USER INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................. 18
6 ELECTRICAL REFERENCE – CABLE DRAWINGS ........................................................................ 20
6.1 ITEM C02: 44668 – SENSOR BRANCH CABLE............................................................................... 20
6.2 ITEM C02B: 44664 – CABLE UC4 CAN NODE DUAL .................................................................... 20
6.3 ITEM C03: 44656D – VALVE CABLE (VARIABLE RATE) ................................................................. 21
6.4 ITEM C10: 44650-35 – POWER CABLE GENERIC PULL-TYPE ........................................................ 22
6.5 ITEM C11: 44651-03 – EXTENSION CABLE VALVE GENERIC ......................................................... 23
6.6 ITEM C12: 44658- 9 – CABLE UC4 INTERFACE MS SPRAYERS .................................................. 24
6. ITEM C14: 44658-28 – POWER SUPPLY INTERFACE CABLE .......................................................... 25

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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the NORAC UC4+ Spray Height Controller. This system is
manufactured with top quality components and is engineered using the latest technology to
provide operating features and reliability unmatched for years to come.
When properly used the system can provide protection from sprayer boom damage, improve
sprayer efficiency, and ensure chemicals are applied correctly.
Please take the time to read this manual completely before attempting to install the system. A
thorough understanding of this manual will ensure that you receive the maximum benefit from
the system.
YOUR INPUT CAN HELP MAKE US BETTER! If you find issues or ha e suggestions
regarding the parts list or the installation procedure, please don’t hesitate to contact us ia
the information gi en below:
Phone: [phone] Canada (Toll Free)
1-866-306-6722 United States (Toll Free)
([phone] Europe
1-306-664-6711 all other regions
E-mail: ser [email protected]
Website: www.norac.ca

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2 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Figure 1 depicts the general system layout of the UC4+ Spray Height Controller system.
Figure 1 – System Components and General Location
NOTICE:
Every effort has been made to ensure the
accuracy of the information contained in this
manual. All parts supplied are selected
specially to fit the sprayer to facilitate a
complete installation. However, NORAC
cannot guarantee all parts fit as intended due
to the variations of the sprayer by the
manufacturer. Please read this manual in
its entirety before attempting installation.
ATTENTION:
When installing the UC4+ System please be
aware that at a point in the installation your
sprayer booms will be inoperative until the
installation is complete. Any installation
procedure requiring boom mo ement will
need to be done first. Once the hydraulics
has been disconnected you must complete
the electrical installation before the booms
become operative.

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3 PARTS LISTS
The parts that come with your UC4+ Spray Height Controller are listed in Table 1. The item
number on the left side of this table references each part.
Please ensure that all parts in your kit are present before proceeding with your installation.
Table 1 – Spray Height Controller system Parts
Item Part Number Name Quantity
B05 44706-01 KIT CABLE TIE BLACK 10 PCS 21 IN 150 PCS 7 5 IN 1
B11 44743 MOUNTING BRACKET MAIN LIFT SENSOR UC4 PLUS 1
B12 100947 WASHER LOCK SPRING SS 3/8 IN 4
B13 44728 MOUNTING BRACKET COMPLETE UC4 BREAKAWAY EXTENDED 2
B14 100610 BOLT HEX NC GR5 PLTD 3/8X1 4
C02 44668 CABLE UC3 SENSOR BRANCH 1 AMP RECEPT 3 AMP PLUG BC 1
C02B 44664 CABLE UC4 CAN NODE DUAL 1
C03 44656D CABLE VALVE VARIABLE RATE 1
C10 44650-35 CABLE POWER GENERIC PULL-TYPE 1
C11 44651-03 CABLE EXTENSION VALVE GENERIC 1
C12 44658-79 CABLE UC4 INTERFACE MS SPRAYERS 1
C14 44658-28 POWER SUPPLY INTERFACE CABLE 1
E01 4461BC+ UC4 PLUS BOOM CONTROL PANEL 1
E02 44631 UC4 ULTRASOUND SENSOR 3
E03 44641 UC4 PLUS ROLL SENSOR W TEMPERATURE PROBE 1
E04 44642 UC4 PLUS ROLL SENSOR 1
H20 44865-01 HYDRAULICS FITTING KIT 1
M01 446BC+MAN7 OPERATOR MANUAL UC4+ SPRAY HEIGHT CONTROL 1
M02 UC4+BC+MS1-INST MANUAL INSTALLATION UC4+ MS SPRAYERS 1
V01 44963D VALVE BLOCK ASSEMBLY 2 STATION CC/LS PROP DT 4 BOLT 1

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Substitution parts will in no way affect the operation of the system pro ided that they are
installed as directed.
Item V01 – 2 Station Val e Block (44963D) may be substituted with:
Item Part Number Name Quantity
V01 44933D VALVE BLOCK ASSEM UC4-BC 2-STATION CC/LS VARIABLE RATE 1
The 44933D is a direct replacement for the 44963D. Both valve blocks function the same. The
blocks are identifiable by the filter cap shape and by the part number stamped on the side.
The A and B ports are opposite on each al e block so erify that the hoses are being
connected to the correct port. The raise lines always go to the “B” port and the lower lines
go to the “A” port.
44933D Val e Block Shown Alongside 44963D Val e Block
Filter Cap Part Number
(44933D)
Filter Cap Part Number
(44963D)

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Table 2 - 44865-01 - Hydraulics Fittings Kit
Item Part Number Name Quantity Picture
F07 103312 MALE ADAPTER - 6MB 6MJ 6
F08 44928 ORIFICE INSERT 047 IN ONE WAY 4
F09 104369 PLUG - 6MBP 2
6 M B - 6 M OR X 90
SIZE IN
1/16 TH'S
GENDER: MALE
OR FEMALE
90° ANGLE
SWIVEL
TYPE
GENDER
SIZE
TYPE:
B - ORB
- IC
OR - FLAT
FACE
P - PIPE
Fitting Name
Example:
The use of dielectric grease is not recommended on any NORAC electrical connections.
To ensure all stainless steel hardware does not gall or seize apply a light coating of the
supplied Permatex Anti-seize grease to all threaded parts upon installation. Permatex Anti-
seize lubricant is preferred, but other similar anti-seize products may be used.

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The parts that come with your UC4+ System are shown below in their general installation
configuration.
Figure 2 – UC4+ Spray Height Controller Components

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Figure 3 – Hydraulic Plumbing Schematic

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4 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
4.1 P RE -I NSTALL C HECKLIST
The pre-install checklist is necessary to
check the existing sprayer functionality and
settings before the installation.
1. Inspect boom suspension wear-pads for
excessive wear and ensure the boom
rotates freely. It may be necessary to
lubricate the friction pads if they do not
move freely.
2. Set the boom suspension to be critically
damped (Figure 5). Adjust the boom
springs and dampers accordingly. If
more damping is required, add another
damper to the suspension as shown in
Figure 4.
Figure 4 – Additional Boom Damping
Figure 5 - Boom Push Test: Critically Damped
Unlock the boom, and push boom tip down approximately 75 cm (30 inches).
Hold the boom steady for a moment, and release.
Ensure the boom returns to its relaxed state as quickly as possible, with little to no
o ershoot.

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4.2 U LTRASONIC S ENSOR I NSTALLATION
Mounting the sensor bracket to
the break-away section of the
boom may cause the boom to drop
suddenly as a break-away occurs.
This will occur on break-away
sections which lift as they break
away.
For optimal boom tip protection, it
is recommended that the sensor be
mounted within approximately
two feet (60cm) of the boom tip.
When installing the UC4+ sensors (E02),
start with the smallest serial number on the
left hand side proceeding to the largest serial
number on the right hand side (Figure 8).
Avoid mounting sensors in locations where
they may read from parts of the boom as
shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6 - Poor Mounting
(Sensor reading off boom)
General mounting rules for UC4+
ultrasonic sensors:
In its lowest position, the sensor mouth must
be 9 inches or more from the ground (A).
The bottom of the sensor must be at least 9
inches in front of the spray nozzles (B).
The bottom of the sensor must be at least 9
inches above the spray nozzles (C).
Ensure that there are no obstructions within
a 12-inch diameter circle projected directly
below the center of the sensor (D).
The sensor should be approximately vertical
at normal operating heights.
Figure 7 - Sensor Mounting Guidelines
A
B
B
D
C
Ultrasonic
Acoustic Cone

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3 SENSOR SYSTEM
5 SENSOR SYSTEM
Figure 8 – Sensor Serial Number Installation Location

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4.2.1 Wing Sensor Installation
1. Assemble the breakaway sensor
mounting brackets (B11) as show in
Figure 9 and Figure 10.
Figure 9 – Breakaway Sensor Bracket
Figure 10 – Breakaway Bracket Assembly
2. Grease the bottom edge of the collar and
the angled tube of the base.
3. Mount the sensor bracket onto the boom.
4. Sensor cables should run through the
mounting bracket tube and then behind
the member the bracket is mounted onto.
Cable-tie the connector in place.
4.2.2 Main Lift Sensor Installation
1. Assemble the main lift sensor bracket
(B11) as shown in Figure 11.
Figure 11 – Main Lift Sensor Bracket
2. The bracket can then be mounted to the
lowest frame member on the center
section of the sprayer (Figure 12).
Figure 12 – Main Lift Sensor Bracket Mounting
Position
3. Mount the sensor onto the sensor
mounting collar.
Bracket
Tube
Sensor
Mounting Tab
Sensor Mounting
Collar
Bracket Base

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4.3 R OLL S ENSOR I NSTALLATION
Mount the roll sensors to the included roll
sensor brackets using the machine screws
and nylon lock nuts. (Figure 13)
Figure 13 – Roll Sensor Mounting Bracket
4.3.1 Boom Roll Sensor Mounting
1. The boom roll sensor (E04) must be
mounted to the rotating part of the boom.
Ensure the cable is facing the right hand
side of the sprayer (when looking from
the rear of the sprayer).
4.3.2 Chassis Roll Sensor Mounting
1. The chassis roll sensor (E03) must be
mounted to a non-rotating part of the
boom. Ensure the CAN-bus cable is
facing the right hand side of the sprayer.
2. Fasten the temperature probe on the
chassis roll sensor to the UC4 valve
block using the included 3/8x1/2” bolt.
Figure 14 – Temperature Probe
Figure 15 – Boom and Chassis Roll Sensors (MS Sprayer)
E04
E03

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4.4 H YDRAULIC I NSTALLATION
Depending on the al e block part
number, the A and B ports may be
re ersed. Ensure that the orifices are
oriented properly for the A and B
ports or the system will not function
properly.
4.4.1 Valve Mounting
1. On a clean surface remove all plastic
plugs from the NORAC hydraulic Valve.
44963D
44933D
Figure 16 – NORAC Val e Block
2. Install the orifices (F08) into the “B”
ports with the notch facing outward as
shown in (Figure 17).
44963D
44933D
Figure 17 – Val e Block Assembly
3. Install the 6MB-6MJ fittings (F07) into
the “B” ports and tighten to 18 ft-lbs.
4. Install the 6MB-plugs (F09) into the “A”
ports and tighten to 18 ft-lbs.
5. Install the 6MB-6MJ fittings (F07) into
the “P” and “T” ports and tighten to 18
ft-lbs.
6. Mount the NORAC valve (V01) on to
the sprayer using item B12 and B14.

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Figure 18 – Val e Block Mounting
4.4.2 H draulic Plumbing
1. After the NORAC valves are mounted,
the hydraulic hoses and fittings can be
plumbed. The plumbing for the
hydraulic circuit is shown in Figure 3.
2. Tee in the raise lines (“B” ports) from
the NORAC block in to the existing
raise lines at the sprayer valve block,
using a “T” fitting.
3. Tee in the pressure (“P”) and tank (“T”)
lines for the NORAC block in to the
existing lines from the valve block,
using a “T” fitting.

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4.5 E LECTRICAL I NSTALLATION
Figure 19 – Cable Configurations: Rear of
Sprayer
1. Route C11 to the rear of the sprayer, in
the vicinity of the valve block.
2. Connect the 6-pin Tower on the valve
cable (C03) to the mating 6-pin Shroud
on C11
3. Install the Deutsch connectors from C03
onto each NORAC valve as shown in
Error! Reference source not found..
Depending on the al e block part
number, the “UP” and “DOWN”
connectors will be on opposite sides of
the block.
4. The connectors on the valve cable (C03)
are marked RIGHT UP, LEFT UP,
RIGHT DOWN and LEFT DOWN.
• Cables labeled with DOWN go on the
same side as the hydraulic hoses on the
44933D block.
• Cables labeled with UP go on the same
side as the hydraulic hoses on the
44963D block.
44933D
44963D
Figure 20 – Val e Cable Connections
5. Connect cable C02B to the 4-pin AMP
plug on C11 and to the roll sensors.

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Figure 20 – Cable Configurations: Sensors
6. Connect the sensor branch cable (C02)
to the 4-pin AMP plug on C02B.
7. Route the sensor branch cable (C02) to
the wing and main sensors. Follow
existing cables and/or hydraulic lines
along the boom.
8. Cable-tie the installed cables every 12
inches.
9. Provide enough slack in all cables to
account for the movement of the main
section, parallel lift, and folding boom
movement.

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4.6 C OMPLETING THE F ACTORY I NSTALL
1. Test the functionality of the original
manufacturer’s boom controls. The
NORAC Control Panel (E01) does not
need to be powered up for the original
switches to function. Unfold the booms
and raise/lower each boom and main
section. Confirm that the cabling and
hoses are agreeable to the entire range of
motion. If one or more of these
functions do not work, review the
hydraulic and electrical portions of this
manual to check for proper installation.
2. Unfold the booms and level to 90 cm (or
35 inch) nozzle height. At this point
ensure the UC4+ sensors are reading
from an adequate and uniform target,
such as gravel or dirt.
3. By using the “Quick Install” feature of
the UC4+ panel, the system may be
configured in preparation for the End-
User. However, a hydraulic “ReTune”
procedure will be required for optimal
performance. This is required to tune
the UC4+ hydraulic parameters to those
of the End-User tractor hydraulic
system.
4. To perform the “Quick Install”
procedure, select the MS1 sprayer type.
However, rather than toggling “YES” to
select the MS1 type, hold the toggle
switch towards “YES” (for several
seconds) until the word “SENSOR”
appears on the UC4+ controller screen.
5. The UC4+ control panel will then
prompt the installer to “EXIT CAB
AND PUSH BOOM TIP DOWN TO
GROUND”. When exiting the cab and
approaching the boom, avoid walking
near the sensors as this may result in
measurement error.
6. From the left or right boom tip, pull the
boom down approximately two feet and
release it. This will calibrate the roll
sensors.
7. At this point the UC4 panel should
display the Main Operating Screen
M
MM
M 90
9090
90 M
MM
M (example)
8. This indicates the system is ready for the
second stage of installation. This will be
carried by the end user (for the reasons
as described previously in Step 3).