Norac UC5 Topcon X30 User manual

Spray Height
C
ontroller
HARDI DAH09 V.G.
Installation Manual
HD06

Printed in Canada
Copyright 2009 by NORAC Systems International Inc.
Reorder P/N: UC5-BC-HD06-INST Rev C (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.............................................................................................8
5Ultrasonic Sensor Installation............................................................................10
6Roll Sensor Installation ......................................................................................19
7Module Installation.............................................................................................22
8Connecting the Sensors to the CANbus.............................................................26
9Hydraulic Installation ........................................................................................27
10 Software Setup....................................................................................................34
11 Cable Drawings...................................................................................................35
12 Valve Block Stencil.............................................................................................39

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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)
([phone] Europe
([phone] All other regions
E-mail: [e-mail]
Web: www.norac.ca
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained 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: HD06 System Parts

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3.2 Hydraulic Plumbing
Figure 3: HD06 Hydraulic Plumbing

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3.3 List of Parts (Order according to Item Number)
Item Part Number Name Quantity
P01 106034 UC5 NETWORK 2 PIN PLUG 4
P02 106035 UC5 NETWORK 12 PIN PLUG (A-KEY) 1
P03 105882 UC5 NETWORK 6 PIN PLUG 2
C04 43210-01 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 18 AWG 1M 2
C05 43210-20 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 18 AWG 20M 2
C01 43220-03 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 3M 1
C02 43220-10 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 10M 1
C10 43230-04 CABLE UC5 VALVE 2PIN DT TO 2PIN DT 4
C20 43240-30 CABLE UC5 BC HARDI DAH09 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
E11* 43765 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 8-WAY 1
E12 43764 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY 1
E20* 43764T UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY WITH TERMINATOR 2
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
B11 44695-15 MOUNTING BRACKET UC4 SENSOR HARDI COMMANDER ML 1
B14 100610 BOLT HEX 3/8X1 STAINLESS STEEL 1
B15 100947 WASHER LOCK SPRING SS 3/8 IN 1
H20 44865-43 HYDRAULICS FITTING KIT - HD4 1
M02 UC5-BC-HD06-INST MANUAL INSTALLATION UC5 HARDI DAH09 1
* See Substitution Parts

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3.4 Substitution Parts
Substitution parts will in no way affect the operation of the system provided that they are
installed as directed.
Item E11 – 8-way coupler (43765) may be substituted with:
Item Part Number Name Quantity
E11* 43762 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 6-WAY 1
43765 43762
43765 Replaced with a 43762
Item E20 – 2-way coupler with terminator (43764T) may be substituted with:
Item Part Number Name Quantity
E10 43760 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 3-WAY 2
E20* 43780 UC5 NETWORK TERMINATOR 2
Install the UC5 Network Terminator (E20*) into the third connector on the UC5 Network 3-way
Coupler (E10) (shown below). It is now a drop-in replacement for the 43764T (E20).
43764T Replaced with a 43760 and 43780

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3.5 Hydraulic Fitting Kit Details (P/N: 44865-43)
Item Part Number Name Quantity Picture
F02 501304 COUPLING HYD 6MB 4MBSPP 4
F03 104369 COUPLING HYD 6MBP 2
F01 44928 ORIFICE INSERT .047 IN ONE WAY 4
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 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.
3.6 HARDI Supplied Kit
The required HARDI Parts necessary for the UC5 install are listed below.
Item Part Number Name Quantity
HARDI01 232109 1/4" BSP FITTING 4
HARDI02 784030 4FBSP-4FBSP HYD HOSE (350MM LENGTH) 2
HARDI03 784022 4FBSP-4FBSP HYD HOSE (650MM LENGTH) 2
HARDI06 284846 CABLE TIES 175

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4 Pre-Install Checklist
The pre-install checklist is necessary to check the existing sprayer functionality before the
installation.
1. Before beginning the install, ensure all hydraulic boom functions are operating properly on
the sprayer.
All Fold Functions
Paralift Functions
Wing Tilt Functions
Slant Function
2. Inspect boom suspension slide/wear pads for functionality.
3. Ensure the boom guide-rods are set to the “tapered” position (factory setting).
4. Set boom suspension to be critically damped (Figure 4). Adjust the boom damper
accordingly.
A) Unlock the boom, and push boom tip down approximately 75 cm (30 inches).
B) Hold the boom steady for a moment, and release.
C) Ensure the boom returns to its relaxed state as quickly as possible, with little to no
overshoot.
Figure 4 –Boom push test- critically damped

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5. Unfold the sprayer over a flat, unobstructed area (i.e. no power lines…etc.).
6. Ensure all boom-fold operations are functional (place a check mark in boxes below).
7. Bring engine to field-operational RPM and record below.
8. Record the time (seconds) it takes for a full stroke for all boom functions. To ensure
repeatable measurements, take the average of 3 trials.
9. 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 near the end of the
boom tips, approximately two feet (60cm) from the end.
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 Suggested wing bracket mounting on HPZ (all), HAZ (<30m)
Below is the suggested mounting location for the UC5 brackets on the HPZ (24-36m) or HAZ
(18-30m) booms. Mounting location is just inside of the boom break-away section (A).
Figure 10: Suggested Bracket Mounting Location (viewed from front) on 24m HAZ
Avoid mounting the bracket too close to the touch-down wheel (B).
(B)
(A)
(B)
(A)

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5.6 Suggested wing bracket mounting on HAZ (>30m)
Below is the suggested mounting location for the UC5 brackets on the HAZ 32-36m booms.
Mounting location is just inside of the boom break-away section (A).
Figure 11 - Suggested Bracket Mounting Location (viewed from front) on 36m HAZ
(A)

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5.7 Suggested wing bracket mounting on LPZ
Below is the suggested mounting location for the UC5 brackets on the LPZ boom. Mounting
location is just inside of the boom break-away section (A).
Figure 12 - Suggested Bracket Mounting Location on LPZ Boom
(A)
(A)

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5.8 Main lift sensor installation on HAZ/HPZ
The general mounting rule for UC5 ultrasonic sensors must be followed for the main lift
sensor.
1. Mount the ML bracket (Item B11) as illustrated in Figure 13. Ensure sensor cable is routed
properly and securely fastened.
2. Mount the Ultrasonic sensor to the bracket. Ensure the sensor has a clear view of the ground.
Ensure sensor cable is securely fastened with cable-ties.
Figure 13: Main Lift Sensor Mounted to the HPZ/HAZ Center Part