Norac UC5 Topcon X30 User manual

Top Air
(TA 1200/1600, 80/90 Boom)
Installation Manual
TA01

Printed in Canada
Copyright 2009 by NORAC Systems International Inc.
Reorder P/N: UC5-BC-TA01-INST Rev K (Top Air - TA 1200/1600, 80/90 Boom)
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
1Introduction................................................................................................................ 1
2Technical Specifications ............................................................................................ 2
3General UC5 System Layout.................................................................................... 3
4Kit Parts ...................................................................................................................... 4
5Pre-Install Checklist................................................................................................. 10
6Ultrasonic Sensor Installation ................................................................................ 11
7Roll Sensor Installation............................................................................................ 17
8Module Installation .................................................................................................. 20
9Connecting the Sensors to the CANbus ............................................................... 24
10Hydraulic Installation .............................................................................................. 25
11Software Setup......................................................................................................... 28
12Cable Drawings ........................................................................................................ 29

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1Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the NORAC UC5 Spray Height Control System. 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.
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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2Technical Specifications
CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their
own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Pursuant to EMC Directive – Article 9, this product is not intended for residential use.
Table 1: System Specifications
Supply Voltage (rated) 12VDC
Supply Current (rated) 10
A
Hydraulic Pressure (maximum) 3300 psi
Baud Rate 250 kbps
Clock Frequency (maximum) 96 MHz
Solenoid Valve PWM Frequency 300 Hz
Ultrasonic Sensor Transmit Frequency 50 kHz
Operating Temperature Range 0°C to 80°C

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3General UC5 System Layout
Figure 1 illustrates the general layout of the UC5 system components:
Figure 1: General UC5 System Layout

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4Kit Parts
4.1 Kit Overview
Figure 2: TA01 System Parts

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4.2 Hydraulic Plumbing – Model Year 2012 and Newer
Figure 3: TA01 Hydraulic Plumbing Model Year 2012 and Newer

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4.3 Hydraulic Plumbing – Model Year 2011 and Older
Figure 4: TA01 Hydraulic Plumbing Model Year 2011 and Older

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4.4 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
B11 44743 MOUNTING BRACKET MAIN LIFT SENSOR UC4 PLUS 1
B17 44972 SENSOR MOUNTING BRACKET LOW PROFILE RAINFLAP 16GA 2
B20 44971 SENSOR MOUNTING BRACKET LOW PROFILE 16GA 2
C01 43220-10 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 10M 1
C02 43220-01 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 1M 3
C03 43220-03 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 3M 1
C05 43210-20 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 18 AWG 20M 2
C10 43230-04 CABLE UC5 VALVE 2PIN DT TO 2PIN DT 4
C20 43240-01 CABLE UC5 INTERFACE TILT DT 1
C21 43240-07 CABLE UC5 INTERFACE MAIN DT (WITH AUX 1 & 2) 1
C30 43250-06 CABLE UC5 BATTERY PIGTAIL FUSED 1
E01 43710 UC5 CONTROLLER MODULE 1
E02 43720 UC5 VALVE MODULE 1
E03 43732 UC5 INPUT MODULE PASS THRU 1
E04 43741 UC5 ROLL SENSOR VER. 2 2
E05 43750 UC5 ULTRASONIC SENSOR 3
E11 43765 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 8-WAY 1
E12 43764 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY 2
E20 43764T UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY WITH TERMINATOR 2
H01 44863-06 HOSE ASSEMBLY 122R2-06 40 IN L 6FJX 6FJX90 1
H02 44863-16 HOSE ASSEMBLY 122R2-06 32 IN L 6FJX90 6FJX90 1
H03 44863-58 HOSE ASSEMBLY 122R2-06 110 IN L 6FJX 6FJX90 2
H04 44863-57 HOSE ASSEMBLY 122R2-06 6 IN L 6FJX 8MB 1
H10 44865-31 HYDRAULICS FITTING KIT - TA1 1
M02 UC5-BC-TA01-INST MANUAL INSTALLATION UC5 TOP AIR (TA 1200 / 1600, 80 / 90 BOOM) 1
P01 106034 UC5 NETWORK 2 PIN PLUG 4
P02 106602 UC5 NETWORK 12 PIN PLUG (A-KEY) 1
P03 105882 UC5 NETWORK 6 PIN PLUG 2
V01 44963D VALVE BLOCK ASSEMBLY 2 STATION CC/LS PROP DT 4 BOLT 1

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4.5 Hydraulic Fitting Kit Details (P/N: 44865-31)
Item Part Number Name Quantity
Picture
F02 103839 TEE ADAPTER - 6FJXR 6MJT 4
F03 104634 CAP - 6FJCN 2
F04 105626 UNION 8FJX 2
F05 103312 MALE ADAPTER - 6MB 6MJ 4
F06 104369 PLUG - 6MBP 2
F07 44928 ORIFICE INSERT .047 IN ONE WAY 2
F08 42997-01 MALE ADAPTER - 8MB 8MJ - 1/32 ORIFICE 2
F09 103194 MALE ADAPTER - 6MJ 8MB 1
F10 101805 FEMALE ADAPTER - 8FB 8FB 1
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:

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4.6 Alternate Cabling
Some Top Air sprayers may require different cabling depending on the connectors used near
the valve block. Please refer to the table below for ordering alternate cabling from NORAC. A
complete list of alternate cabling can be found in the UC5 Generic Cable Ordering Guide (P/N:
UC5-BC-CABLE-GUIDE) which is available at www.norac.ca.
Item Part Number Name Connector Picture
C20 43240-01* CABLE UC5 INTERFACE TILT DT Deutsch DT
C21 43240-07* CABLE UC5 INTERFACE MAIN DT
(WITH AUX 1 & 2) Deutsch DT
C20 43240-11 CABLE UC5 INTERFACE TILT DIN DIN
C21 43240-12 CABLE UC5 INTERFACE MAIN DIN
(WITH AUX 1, 2 & 3) DIN
* Supplied with kit.
Do not use high speed power tools/drills when installing hardware.
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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5Pre-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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6Ultrasonic Sensor Installation
6.1 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.
Apply a light coating of the supplied Permatex Anti-seize grease to all threaded
parts upon installation.
Figure 6: Sensor Serial Number Arrangement

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6.2 Ultrasonic Sensor Mounting Guidelines
The following guidelines will ensure optimal sensor performance and prevent sensor
measurement error.
1. In its lowest position, the sensor must be 9 inches (23 cm) or more from the ground.
2. Ensure that there are no obstructions within a 12-inch diameter circle projected directly
below the center of the sensor.
3. The sensor should be approximately vertical at normal operating heights.
Figure 7: Sensor Mounting Guidelines

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6.3 Low Profile Bracket Mounting Guidelines
1. Minimize the distance between the bolts to prevent bending the bracket and prevent the
bracket from loosening over time.
2. Ensure the bracket is mounted tight against the bottom of the boom, minimizing the
distance between the boom structure and the angled flange.
Figure 8: Bracket Mounting Guidelines
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 control system 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.

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6.4 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 either through hole in the back or through the side cut-out and behind the bracket.
Ensure the cable is clear of moving parts and will not be damaged during folding.
Figure 9: Bracket Mounting Example
Front

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6.5 Rainflap Installation
Rainflaps are only installed in the wing sensor brackets.
1. Insert one side of the rainflap rod into the pre-bent hinge tab on the sensor bracket.
(Figure 10)
Figure 10: Rainflap Rod in Pre-Bent Hinge Tab
2. Align the other side of the rainflap rod with the unbent hinge tab. (Figure 11)
Figure 11: Align Rainflap Rod
3. Bend the hinge tab inward over the rainflap rod until the hinge tab fits securely in the detent
groove on the backside of the sensor bracket. (Figure 12)
Figure 12: Bend Rainflap Hinge Tab
4. Ensure the rainflap actuates smoothly when the bracket is turned upside down and returns
to the open position when the sensor bracket is returned to its operating position (sensor
pointing downwards toward the ground).

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6.6 Main Lift Sensor Installation
Figure 13: Main Lift Bracket Assembly
1. There are a variety of ways to mount the main lift bracket on most sprayers. The bracket
should position the sensor approximately in the center of the sprayer, forward of the
boom. An example of this mounting is illustrated in Figure 14.
2. Mount the ultrasonic sensor to the main lift bracket. Run the sensor cable down the center
of the main lift bracket tube.
Figure 14: Example Mounting of the Main Lift Bracket
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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7Roll Sensor Installation
7.1 Bracket Assembly
1. Securely mount the roll sensors to the included roll sensor brackets using the #6 machine
screws. Tighten screws to 10 in-lbs (1.1 Nm).
2. The orientation of the mounted roll sensor to the roll sensor bracket will depend on the
bracket mounting. The roll sensor CANbus connector must be pointing towards the right
side of the sprayer.
Figure 15: Mounting Roll Sensor to Bracket
Figure 16: Roll Sensor Orientation - Connector Facing Right Wing