Norac UC5 Topcon X30 User manual

Goldacres
Passive Roll – G8
Installation Manual
GA02

Printed in Canada
Copyright 2016 by NORAC Systems International Inc.
Reorder P/N: UC5-BC-GA02-INST Rev B (Goldacres Passive Roll – G8)
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................................................................................................... 8
6Ultrasonic Sensor Installation .................................................................................. 9
7Position Sensor Installation .................................................................................... 14
8Module Installation .................................................................................................. 15
9Connecting the Sensors to the CANbus ............................................................... 19
10Hydraulic Installation .............................................................................................. 20
11Software Setup......................................................................................................... 24
12Cable Drawings ........................................................................................................ 25
13Appendix A: Severe Terrain Option...................................................................... 30

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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 Transmi
t
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: GA02 System Parts

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4.2 Hydraulic Plumbing
Figure 3: GA02 Hydraulic Plumbing
NOTE: Only fittings F07 and F08 are included with this kit. All other hydraulic hoses and
fittings are supplied by Goldacres.

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4.3 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
B09 45032-1 BRACKET UC5 POSITION SENSOR MOUNT 2
B12 44747 SPACER 2IN SQUARE TUBING 8IN 2
B20 44971 SENSOR MOUNTING BRACKET LOW PROFILE 16GA 2
C01 43220-10 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 10M 5
C02 43220-01 CABLE UC5 NETWORK 14 AWG 1M 3
C10 43230-04 CABLE UC5 VALVE 2PIN DT TO 2PIN DT 4
C20 43240-44 CABLE UC5 INTERFACE TILT GP (WEATHERPACK - SINGLE) 1
C21 43240-45 CABLE UC5 INTERFACE MAIN GP (WEATHERPACK - SINGLE) 1
C30 43250-06 CABLE BATTERY PIGTAIL FUSED 1
E01 43710 UC5 CONTROLLER MODULE 1
E02 43720 UC5 VALVE MODULE 1
E03 43732 UC5 INPUT MODULE PASS THRU 1
E05 43750 UC5 ULTRASONIC SENSOR 3
E06 45030 UC5 POSITION SENSOR NF W/O HARDWARE 1
E11 43765 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 8-WAY 1
E12 43764 UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY 3
E20 43764T UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY WITH TERMINATOR 2
F11 105500 SETSCREW NC SKT 1/4X3/8 STAINLESS 1
H10 44865-34 HYDRAULICS FITTING KIT - GN1 1
M02 UC5-BC-GA02-INST MANUAL INSTALLATION UC5 GOLDACRES PASSIVE ROLL - G8 1
P01 106034 UC5 NETWORK 2 PIN PLUG 4
P03 105882 UC5 NETWORK 6 PIN PLUG 3
P04 106027 NETWORK 2 PIN RECEPTACLE (PLUGGED) 1
V01 44963D VALVE BLOCK ASSEMBLY 2 STATION CC/LS PROP DT 4 BOLT 1

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4.4 Hydraulic Fitting Kit Details (P/N: 44865-34)
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
1/16TH'S
GENDER: MALE
OR FEMALE
90° ANGLE
SWIVEL
TYPE
GENDER
SIZE
TYPE:
B - ORB
J - JIC
OR - FLAT
FACE
P - PIPE
Fitting Name
Example:
Not all fittings are used for this installation.
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 4.
Ensure the boom has sufficient travel so it does not contact the ground during
these tests.
Figure 4: 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 5: Sensor Serial Number Arrangement

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6.2 Ultrasonic Wing 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.
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 6: 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 7: 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. Use spacers (B12) to mount
the brackets (Figure 9).
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 8: Bracket Mounting Example
Figure 9: Spacer Placement
Front
Spacer
(B12)

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6.5 Ultrasonic Main Lift 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. The centerline of the acoustic cone should be approximately vertical at normal operating
heights.
3. The bottom of the sensor must be at least 9 inches above the spray nozzles.
4. Ensure there are no other obstructions with a 12 inch (23 cm) diameter circle projected
directly below the sensor.
6.6 Main Lift Sensor Installation
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 10.
2. Mount the ultrasonic sensor to the main lift bracket. Run the sensor cable down the center
of the main lift bracket tube.
Figure 10: Main Lift Bracket Example Mounting
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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7Position Sensor Installation
1. The position sensor (E06) should be mounted such that the largest amount of travel of the
sensor can be utilized without exceeding the travel limit. The sensor install length is 17”
(430mm) center to center with ±3.5” (±90mm) travel recommended. The travel limit is
indicated by red bands on the position sensor.
2. It should be mounted in a location where the sensor will mount without binding or
contacting and that is perpendicular to the direction of travel. Roll the boom fully in each
direction and take measurements to ensure the travel limit is not exceeded.
3. Install the position sensor using the brackets (B09). Use the mounting hardware as shown
in Figure 11. Mount so that the black band on the position sensor lines up with the outer
sleeve when the boom is level.
Figure 11: Mounting Hardware
Figure 12: Position Sensor Mounting
Colla
r
Bolt Nut Nut

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8Module Installation
An optional module mounting bracket kit is available for purchase from NORAC. The
mounting brackets are compatible with control modules and input modules. One kit is needed
per module.
Item Part Number Name Quantity
B20 43708 UC5 MOUNTING BRACKET KIT (CONTROL AND INPUT MODULES) 1
8.1 Control Module
1. Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 13.
2. Securely mount the control module (E01) inside the sprayer cab using screws, cable ties or
optional brackets.
3. Connect the display terminal to the control module using the existing display cable. This
cable must be connected to the end of the control module with only one Deutsch
connector.
4. Connect the power cable (C30) to one of the two CANbus connectors on the control
module. Connect the other end of the power cable to an appropriate power source.
5. Route cable C01 from the other CANbus connector towards the rear of the sprayer.
Figure 13: Control Module Mounting

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8.2 Valve Module
1. Install the valve module (E02) to the top of the NORAC valve block. Orient the 6-pin
Deutsch (CANbus) connectors towards the “P” and “T” ports with the label facing up.
Figure 14: Valve Module
2. Verify the valve coil connectors are oriented vertically (Figure 15).
Figure 15: Align Coils
3. Place the valve module between the valve coils. Slide a valve mounting bracket over the
connectors of the valve module and the valve coil connectors. This may require flexing the
plastic bracket slightly (Figure 16).
4. Ensure the bracket is pushed over the connectors far enough to allow the clips to engage
behind the valve connectors.
Output Numbe
r
Normal Function
1 Left Up
2 Left Down
3 Right Up
4 Right Down
5 Option 1
6 Option 2
7 Option 3
8 Option 4

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Figure 16: Valve Module Bracket Installation
5. Connect the valve module CANbus to cable C01 from the control module. Route cable
C02 from the other CANbus connector to the input module.
6. With the valve module securely mounted to the valve block, connect the valve cables (C10),
to the valve coils.
7. Insert the 2-pin plugs (P01) into the unused 2-pin connectors on the valve module.
8. Connect the temperature probe to the valve block using the supplied 3/8” x 1/2” hex bolt.
Figure 17: Valve Module - Valve Coil Connections
Tank Port
Pressure Port
Sense Port
Left Tilt Ports
Right Tilt Ports