Norac UC5 Topcon X30 User manual

Spray Height Controlle
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Hardi
Installation Manual
HD03

Printed in Canada
Copyright ©2009 by NORAC Systems International Inc.
Reorder P/N: UC5-BC-HD03-INST Rev B (Hardi)
NOTICE: 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.

Contents
1Introduction.............................................................................................................. 1
2General UC5 System Layout .................................................................................. 2
3Kit Parts.................................................................................................................... 3
4Pre-Install Checklist................................................................................................ 9
5Ultrasonic Sensor Installation............................................................................... 10
6Roll Sensor Installation......................................................................................... 15
7Module Installation................................................................................................ 19
8Connecting the Sensors to the CAN-Bus ............................................................. 23
9Hydraulic Installation............................................................................................ 24
10 Software Setup ....................................................................................................... 29
11 Cable Drawings...................................................................................................... 30

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1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the NORAC UC5 Spray Height Controller. This system is
manufactured with top quality components and is engineered using the latest technology to
provide operating 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 have suggestions regarding the parts
list or the installation procedure, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Phone: [phone] Canada (Toll Free)
1 866 306 6722 United States (Toll Free)
0 800 404 8389 United Kingdom (Toll Free)
([phone] All other regions
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.norac.ca
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contacted in this
manual. All parts supplied are selected to specially 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.

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2 General UC5 System Layout
Figure 1 illustrates the general layout of the UC5 system components:
Figure 1: General UC5 System Layout

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3 Kit Parts
3.1 Kit Overview
Figure 2: HD03 System Parts

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3.2 Hydraulic Plumbing
Figure 3: HD03 Hydraulic Plumbing: Single Acting (Force Boom)
Figure 4: HD03 Hydraulic Plumbing: Double Acting (Eagle Boom)

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3.3 List of Parts
Item Part Number Name Quantity
B05 44706-01 KIT CABLE TIE BLACK 10 PCS 21 IN 150 PCS 7.5 IN 1
B10 44728 MOUNTING BRACKET COMPLETE UC4 BREAKAWAY EXTENDED 2
C01 43220-10 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 10M 1
C02 43220-01 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 1M 1
C03 43210-03 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 18 AWG 3M 1
C04 43210-01 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 18 AWG 1M 1
C05 43210-20 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 18 AWG 20M 2
C10 43230-04 CABLE UC5 VALVE 2PIN DT TO 2PIN DT 4
C20 43240-08 CABLE UC5 INTERFACE TILT AMP (SUPERSEAL) 1
C21 43240-09 CABLE UC5 INTERFACE MAIN AMP (SUPERSEAL 240" W/ BYPASS) 1
E01 43710 UC5 CONTROLLER MODULE 1
E02 43720 UC5 VALVE MODULE 1
E03 43732 UC5 INPUT MODULE PASS THRU 1
E04 43740 UC5 ROLL SENSOR 2
E05 43750 UC5 ULTRASONIC SENSOR 3
E10 43760 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 3-WAY 2
E11 43762 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 6-WAY 1
E12 43764 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY 1
E20 43780 UC5 NETWORK TERMINATOR PLUG 2
H10 44865-12 HYDRAULICS FITTING KIT - HD3 1
M02 UC5-BC-HD03-INST MANUAL INSTALLATION UC5 HARDI 1
M03 UC5-BC-HD03-INST-E MANUAL INSTALLATION UC5 HARDI END-USER 1
P01 106034 UC5 NETWORK 2 PIN PLUG 4
P02 106035 UC5 NETWORK 12 PIN PLUG (A-KEY) 1
V01 44933D VALVE BLOCK ASSEM UC4-BC 2-STATION CC/LS VARIABLE RATE 1

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3.4 Hydraulic Fitting Kit Details (P/N: 44865-12)
Item Part Number Name Quantity Picture
F01 44928 ORIFICE INSERT .047 IN ONE WAY 4
F02 501301 MALE ADAPTER - 6MB 6MBSPP 4
F03 104369 PLUG - 6MBP 2
6 M B - 6 M OR X 90
SIZE IN
1/16TH'S
GENDER: MALE
OR FEMALE
90° ANGLE
SWIVEL
TYPE
GENDER
SIZE
TYPE:
B - ORB
J - JIC
OR - FLAT
FACE
P - PIPE
Fitting Name
Example:
The 6MBP plugs (F03) are only used for the single acting plumbing installation.
3.5 Optional Pressure and Tank Hose Kit (P/N: 44865-49)
If you require a separate pressure and tank line from your tractor to your NORAC valve block,
you can order the hoses and fittings as a kit (P/N: 44865-49).
Part Number Name Quantity
44863-11 HOSE ASSEMBLY 122R2-06 402 IN L 6FJX 8MB WITH QUICK COUPLER 2
103312 MALE ADAPTER - 6MB 6MJ 2

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3.6 Hardi Supplied Kit
Some of the parts supplied in this kit are supplied by Hardi. There are three possible kits
supplied, depending on the type of Hardi sprayer you have. Only one of the following kits will
be supplied with your NORAC system so you must make sure you are referencing the correct list
of parts. If you are unsure of the Hardi kit supplied with your system, contact the dealership that
you purchased the kit through.
Table 1 - Hardi Kit 84210003 – SPB
Item Part Number Name Quantity
HD01 23000003 HYDRAULIC FITTING - 3/8 INCH O-RING X 1/4 BSPP 6
HD02 232109 HYDRAULIC TEE - 1/4 INCH BSP UNION 6
HD03 78601103 HYDRAULIC FITTING - 1/4 INCH X 1/4 INCH - 1.8 RESTRICTOR 2
HD04 146835 HEX NIPPLE 1/4 INCH X 3/8 INCH BSP 2
HD05 784018 HYDRAULIC HOSE 1/4 INCH X 29.5 INCH (STR + ELB) 2
HD06 784023 HYDRAULIC HOSE 1/4 INCH X 43.25 INCH (STR + ELB) 2
HD07 784033 HYDRAULIC HOSE 1/4 INCH X 61 INCH (STR + ELB) 2
HD08 420744 BOLT HEX 8.8 DEL M8X40 2
HD09 460817 NUT HEX M8 STAINLESS DIN 934 2
HD10 410605 BOLT HEX 8.8 DEL M6X80 1
HD11 460261 NUT HEX M6X1 LOCK 1
HD12 480804 RIVIT 4.8 DIAM X 14.5 LENGTH 2
HD13 160181 CLAMP NOZZLE TUBE 60X60 1

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Table 2 - Hardi Kit 84210103 – SPC
Item Part Number Name Quantity
HD01 23000003 HYDRAULIC FITTING - 3/8 INCH O-RING X 1/4 BSPP 6
HD02 232109 HYDRAULIC TEE - 1/4 INCH BSP UNION 6
HD03 78601103 HYDRAULIC FITTING - 1/4 INCH X 1/4 INCH - 1.8 RESTRICTOR 2
HD04 146835 HEX NIPPLE 1/4 INCH X 3/8 INCH BSP 2
HD05 784005 HYDRAULIC HOSE 1/4 INCH X 37.38 INCH (STR + ELB) 2
HD06 784028 HYDRAULIC HOSE 1/4 INCH X 53 INCH (STR + ELB) 2
HD07 784001 HYDRAULIC HOSE 1/4 INCH X 67 INCH (STR + ELB) 2
HD08 420744 BOLT HEX 8.8 DEL M8X40 2
HD09 460817 NUT HEX M8 STAINLESS DIN 934 2
HD10 410642 BOLT HEX 8.8 DEL M6X75 1
HD11 460261 NUT HEX M6X1 LOCK 1
HD12 480804 RIVIT 4.8 DIAM X 14.5 LENGTH 2
HD13 160181 CLAMP NOZZLE TUBE 60X60 1
Table 3 - Hardi Kit 84210203 – FTZ
Item Part Number Name Quantity
HD01 23000003 HYDRAULIC FITTING - 3/8 INCH O-RING X 1/4 BSPP 6
HD02 232109 HYDRAULIC TEE - 1/4 INCH BSP UNION 6
HD03 78601103 HYDRAULIC FITTING - 1/4 INCH X 1/4 INCH - 1.8 RESTRICTOR 2
HD04 146835 HEX NIPPLE 1/4 INCH X 3/8 INCH BSP 2
HD05 784022 HYDRAULIC HOSE 1/4 INCH X 25.5 INCH (STR + ELB) 2
HD06 784023 HYDRAULIC HOSE 1/4 INCH X 43.25 INCH (STR + ELB) 2
HD08 420744 BOLT HEX 8.8 DEL M8X40 2
HD09 460817 NUT HEX M8 STAINLESS DIN 934 2
HD10 410443 BOLT HEX 8.8 DEL M6X70 1
HD11 460261 NUT HEX M6X1 LOCK 1
HD12 480804 RIVIT 4.8 DIAM X 14.5 LENGTH 2
HD13 160656 CLAMP NOZZLE TUBE 50X50 1
HD14 43000703 BOLT HEX 3/8-16 (LENGTH = 5" SS) 2

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4 Pre-Install Checklist
The pre-install checklist is necessary to check the existing sprayer functionality before the
installation.
1. Unfold the sprayer over a flat, unobstructed area (i.e. no power lines…etc.).
2. Ensure all boom-fold operations are functional (place a check mark in boxes below).
3. Bring engine to field-operational RPM and record below.
4. Record the time (seconds) it takes for a full stroke for all boom functions. To ensure
repeatable measurements, take the average of 3 trials.
5. Not all sprayers will have the functions listed below in Figure 5.
Ensure the boom has sufficient travel so it does not contact the ground during these tests.
Figure 5: Pre-Install Boom Speeds

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5 Ultrasonic Sensor Installation
5.1 Bracket Assembly
Assemble the breakaway sensor bracket as illustrated in Figure 6, following the instructions
below.
Figure 6: Breakaway Bracket Assembly
1. Compress the spring and insert it together with the collar into the base.
2. Slide the tube through the assembled part.
3. Using the bolt and nut, tighten the collar to the tube with the sensor tube centered.
4. Apply a small amount of grease to the rotating surfaces of the bracket.

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5.2 Ultrasonic Sensor Serial Number Arrangement
When installing the UC5 sensors, start with the smallest serial number on the left-hand side, and
proceed to the largest serial number on the right hand side. Each UC5 sensor has a serial number
stamped on the sensor housing.
Figure 7: Sensor Serial Number Arrangement

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5.3 Ultrasonic Sensor Mounting Guidelines
The following guidelines will ensure optimal sensor performance and prevent sensor
measurement error. These rules should be followed for both the wing sensors and the main lift
(middle) sensor.
1. In its lowest position, the sensor must be 9 inches (23 cm) or more from the ground (A).
2. The centerline of the acoustic cone should be approximately vertical at normal operating
heights (A).
3. The bottom of the sensor must be at least 9 inches in front of the spray nozzles and boom
structure (B). (This does not apply for the main lift sensor)
4. The bottom of the sensor must be at least 9 inches above the spray nozzles (C).
5. Ensure there are no other obstructions with a 12 inch (23 cm) diameter circle projected
directly below the sensor (D).
Figure 8: Sensor Mounting Guidelines

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5.4 Wing Sensor Installation
1. The sensor bracket should be oriented forward (ahead of the boom).
2. Typically the best mounting location for the wing sensor brackets will be just inside of the
boom tip break-away sections.
3. Depending on the boom design, some breakaway sections will lift upwards as they break
back. If the sensor is mounted to this portion of the boom, the system will force the boom
downwards towards the ground as the boom folds backwards.
4. Mount the NORAC UC5 ultrasonic sensor into the sensor bracket and run the sensor cable
through the sensor tube.
A problem can arise if a sensor is not mounted correctly. It is possible for the sensor to
read off of the boom instead of the ground. This may only become apparent once the
controller is switched from soil to crop mode.
Also be careful that the sensor bracket does not collide with any other part of the boom
when the boom is folded to transport position. If possible, mount the sensor brackets while
the booms are folded to ensure they will not cause interference.
Figure 9: Sensor Reading Off Boom

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5.5 Main Lift Sensor Installation
1. Drill a 3/8” hole in the end of the red mounting bracket (HD13) as shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10: Drilling the main lift sensor bracket
2. Mount the bracket onto the sprayer’s center section using the M6 bolt (HD10) and nut
(HD11).
3. Mount the sensor into the main lift mount as shown in Figure 11.
Figure 11: Main Lift Sensor Installed
Avoid mounting the main lift sensor over or near a wheel-track. Measurements from the
wheel-track do not provide an accurate crop height and will cause measurement and
control error.
Ensure the bracket does not collide with any other part of the sprayer throughout the full
range of main lift motion.

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6 Roll Sensor Installation
6.1 Bracket Assembly
1. Securely mount the roll sensors to the included roll sensor brackets using the #6 machine
screw and nylon lock-nuts.
2. The orientation of the mounted roll sensor to the roll sensor bracket will depend on the
bracket mounting. The roll sensor CAN-bus connector must be pointing towards the right
side of the sprayer.
Figure 12: Mounting Roll Sensor to Bracket
Figure 13: Roll Sensor Orientation - Connector Facing Right Wing

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6.2 Roll Sensor Mounting Guidelines: Trapeze-Suspended Booms
1. When mounting the roll sensors, mount one to the trapeze link (boom frame) and one to the
trapeze support (chassis). For optimal performance, minimize the distance from the boom
frame roll sensor to the pivot point (A) and minimize the vertical distance between the
chassis roll sensor and the pivot point (B).
Figure 14: Roll Sensor Mounting on a Trapeze Suspended Boom
2. Ensure the roll sensors are relatively level when the sprayer boom and chassis are level.
3. Both roll sensor cables should be pointing towards the right hand wing of the sprayer.
4. Ensure both roll sensors are mounted adequately and that the cables provide enough slack to
allow sufficient boom roll.

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6.3 Roll Sensor Mounting on a Twin Force / Force FTZ Boom
Figure 15: Boom Frame Roll Sensor Mounting (Viewed from the rear of sprayer)
Figure 16: Chassis Roll Sensor Mounting (Viewed from the front of sprayer)