Rauch quantron e User manual

5900660-e-en-0909
QUANTRON-E
OPERATOR MANUAL
Please read carefully
before using the machine!
Store carefully for future
use!
This Operator Manual should be consi-
dered as part of the machine. Suppliers
of new and second-hand machines are
obliged to indicate in writing that the
Operator Manual has been delivered
with the machine.
Translation of the original
operating manual

Preface
Dear customer
Your purchase of the control unit Quantron E for the AXIS fertiliser spreader indicates your confi-
dence in our products. Thank you! We want to justify your trust. You have purchased a powerful
and reliable control unit.control unit However, if any problems occur: Our Customer Service is al-
ways ready to help.
Please read this operator's manual and the operator's manual for the fertiliser spreader ca-
refully before operating the control unit and follow all instructions.
This manual may also contain descriptions of equipment and options that are not included with
the feature package of your control unit.control unit
You should be aware that damage caused by incorrect operation or improper use may not be co-
vered by warranty claims.
Technical improvements
We are continuously improving our products. For this reason we reserve the right to make
any improvements and changes to our machine that we consider necessary without notice.
We do not accept any obligation to make such improvements or changes on machines that
have already been sold.
We will be pleased to answer any other questions that you might have.
Yours sincerely
RAUCH
Landmaschinenfabrik GmbH
CAUTION
Note the serial number of the control unit and machine number!
The control unit Quantron E is calibrated at the factory for the fertiliser spreader
with which it was delivered. It cannot be connected to another fertiliser sprea-
der without requiring recalibration.
Please record the serial number of the control unit and the machine number of
the fertiliser spreader. These numbers must be checked when connecting the
control unit to the fertiliser spreader.
Serial numbercontrol unit Machine number of fertiliser spreader Year of manufacture:

Table of Contents
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Preface
Technical improvements
1 User instructions 3
1.1 About this operator manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2 Information on layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2.1 Meaning of safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2.2 Instructions and procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2.3 Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Layout and function 7
2.1 Overview of the AXIS versions supported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Layout of the control unit - Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3 Controls, keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.5 Structural overview of menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3 Attachment and installation 13
3.1 Requirements for the tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2 Connections, sockets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2.1 Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2.2 7-pin plug connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.3 Connecting the control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.4 Preparation of metering slide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4 Operation Quantron E 21
4.1 Switching on the control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.2 Weighing - Tripcounter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.2.1 Trip counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.2.2 Remaining fertiliser volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.2.3 Weigh quantity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.2.4 Machine tare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.3 Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.4 Fertiliser settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.4.1 Application rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.4.2 Working width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.4.3 Flow factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.4.4 Calibration test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.4.5 Drop point (L+R) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
4.4.6 Fertiliser chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
4.5 Hopper configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
4.5.1 Speed calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
4.5.2 AUTO / MAN mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
4.5.3 +/- appl. rate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
4.5.4 Curve correction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
4.6 Fast emptying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

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4.7 Field data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
4.7.1 Select field file. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
4.7.2 Creating a new field file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
4.7.3 Starting recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
4.7.4 Stopping recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
4.7.5 Importing and exporting operating data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
4.8 System / Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
4.8.1 Setting language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
4.8.2 Display config. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
4.8.3 Test / Diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
4.8.4 Data transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
4.8.5 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
4.9 Special functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
4.9.1 Text input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
4.9.2 Input of values using the cursor keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
5 Alarm messages and possible causes 77
5.1 Meaning of alarm messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
5.2 Clear fault / alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
5.2.1 Acknowledging alarm message: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
5.2.2 Resolving problems with the flow factor regulation (only AXIS W): . . . . .79
6 Special equipment/options 81
7 Guarantee and warranty 83

User instructions
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1 User instructions
1.1 About this operator manual
This operator manual is a component of the control unit Quantron E.
The operator manual contains important instructions for the safe, correct and
economical operation and maintenance of the control unit. Your attention will
help to prevent dangers, reduce repair costs and downtime and will increase
the reliability and service life of the machine.
The operator manual is a component of the machine. All documentation must be
kept within reach at the place of operation of the control unit (e. g. in the tractor).
The operator manual is not intended to replace your own personal responsibil-
ity as the owner and operator of the control units Quantron E.
Brief instructions are supplied with the control unit Quantron E. If these are not
included in the scope of supply please contact us.
1.2 Information on layout
1.2.1 Meaning of safety precautions
In the operator manual, the safety precautions are classified according to how se-
rious the danger is and the probability of its occurrence.
The warning symbols draw attention to the unavoidable residual risks inherent in
the design to which users of the control unit are exposed. The safety instructions
used are structured as follows:
Example
Signal word
Symbol Explanation
n DANGER
Description of sources of danger
Description of the danger and possible consequences.
Ignoring this warning will result in very serious injury or death.
Measures to prevent this danger.

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Danger levels in the safety precautions
The danger level is identified by the signal word. The danger levels are classified
as follows:
n DANGER
Type and source of the danger
This note warns of a danger posing an immediate threat to the
health and life of people.
Ignoring this warning will result in very serious injury or death.
Always observe the measures described to prevent this
danger.
n WARNING
Type of danger
This note warns of a potentially dangerous situation for personal
health.
Ignoring this warning will result in serious injury.
Always observe the measures described to prevent this
danger.
n CAUTION
Type of danger
This note warns of a potentially dangerous situation for personal
health or of material and environmental damage.
Failure to observe this warning will result in damage to the product
or the surroundings.
Always observe the measures described to prevent this
danger.
NOTICE
General instructions include tips for usage and useful information but not
warnings of dangers.

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1.2.2 Instructions and procedures
Steps that the operator must carry out are shown as a numbered list.
1. Instruction for action step 1
2. Instruction for action step 2
Instructions that only have one step are not numbered. The same applies for ac-
tion steps that do not have a specific sequence.
A bullet is placed in front on these instructions:
Handling instructions.
1.2.3 Lists
Lists without a specific sequence are shown as lists with bullet points (level 1) and
dashes (level 2):
Property A
- PointA
- PointB
Property B

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2 Layout and function
2.1 Overview of the AXIS versions supported
Function/Options AXIS Q AXIS W
Ground speed dependent
spreading
AXIS 20.1 Q
AXIS 30.1 Q
AXIS 40.1 Q
Weighing spreader AXIS 30.1 W
AXIS 40.1 W
AXIS 50.1 W
Electrical adjustment of
drop point AXIS 50.1 W

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2.2 Layout of the control unit - Overview
Figure 2.1: Control unit Quantron E
No. Designation Function
1 Control panel Keys for operation of the unit and the display for ope-
rating screens.
2 V24 data port Serial interface (RS232) with LH 5000 and
ASD protocol, designed for connection of an RS232
Y- cable for connecting to a remote terminal.
3 8-pin plug connec-
tor
Plug connection (DIN 9684-1/ISO 11786) for con-
necting the 7-way to 8-way cable for the speed sen-
sor.
4 Machine cable plug
connector
39-pin plug connector for connecting the machine
cable to the positioning cylinder.
5 Power supply 3-pin plug connector conforming to DIN 9680 /
ISO 12369 for connecting the power supply.
6 Bracket Attachment for securing the control unit to the trac-
tor.

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2.3 Controls, keys
Figure 2.2: Control panel on front of unit
NOTICE
The operator's manual describes the functions of the control unit Quantron E as
of software version 3.30.00.
No. Designation Function
1 Start / Stop Starts and stops spreading.
2 Clear / Reset Clear an input in an input field,
reset the excess quantity to 100 %,
Acknowledge alarm messages.
3 Preselect partial
width setting
Preselect partial widths for changing the application
rates (Left or Right or Left +Right).
4 T-key (Telimat) Button to display the Telimat setting
5 Menu Switch between operating screen and main menu.
6 ESC For aborting information input and / or returning to the
previous menu at the same time.

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2.4 Display
The display shows the current status information and the selection and input op-
tions for the control unit.
The most important information on the operation of the fertiliser spreader is dis-
played in the operating screen.
Description of the operating screen
7 Navigation field 4 arrow keys and one Enter key for navigation in the
menus and the input fields.
Arrow keys for moving the cursor on the display
or to highlight an input field.
Enter key to confirm an input.
8 Function keys F1
to F4
Selection of the functions displayed by the function
button.
9 Weighing - Trip-
counter
Dsplay of the remaining fertiliser volume that is
still in the hopper.
Tripcounter
kg rest
Metre counter
Weigh volume 1
Tare scales 1
10 Display display of operating screens
11 On / Off Switching the unit on/off
1. The menu item only appears on the display if the fertiliser spreader used is an AXIS W.
No. Designation Function
NOTICE
The exact representation of the operating screen depends on the actual settings
selected, see section 4.8.2: Display config., page 68.

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Figure 2.3:
Display on the control unit (using the operating screen as an example)
The icons and displays in the example have the following meaning:
No. Icon / Display Meaning (in the example)
1 Operating mode Shows the current operating mode.
Auto km/h uses the radar signal or wheel signal
for determining the speed.
2 Telimat icon This symbol appears if the Telimat Sensors are fit-
ted and the Telimat function is activated (factory
setting) or the T button has been activated.
3 Metering slide sca-
le opening right
Current opening position of the right hand metering
slide.
4 Weight change
right
Weight change (+/- ) in percent.
Display of quantity changes.
Range of values +/- 1..99 % possible.
5 Application rate Preset application rate.
6 Display fields Configurable display fields (here: ground speed, flow
factor).
Possible configuration: see section 4.8.2: Display
config., page 68.
7 Icon fields Icons assigned to fields depending on the menu.
Selection of the function by means of the
Function buttons located underneath.
8 Drop point Only AXIS 50.1 W: Display of the drop point position
9 Partial width right Display of status of partial width right.
No icon: partial width right not selected.
Empty icon (contour): Partial width right selec-
ted but not active.
Icon with black background: Partial width in
spreader operation.
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2.5 Structural overview of menu
Fertiliser settings Hopper configuration Fast emptying Field data System/Test
Main menu
7-pin
8-pin
Weigh volume
Metre counter
kg remaining (kg, ha, m)
Application rate (kg/ha)
Tractor (km/h) Choose new file Brightness/Contrast
Languages
Display config.
Create new file
Erase file
Erase all files
AUTO/MAN mode
+/- appl. rate
Curve correction
Working width (m)
Flow factor
Calibration start
Telimat border
Telimat quantity
Date
Test/Diagnosis
Time
Data transmission
Service
en
Machine tare
Trip counter (km/h)
Name of fertiliser
Way to spread
Disc type
Drop point L
Drop point R
PTO
Height settings
Name of fertiliser
Composition
Fertiliser chart
Weighing - Tripcounter
Total data counter
Manufacturer

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3 Attachment and installation
3.1 Requirements for the tractor
Before installing the control unit, check to make sure your tractor meets the fol-
lowing requirements:
Minimum voltage 11 V is essential at all times, even if multiple consumers are
connected simultaneously (e.g. air conditioner, lights).
The PTO speed can be set to 540 rpm and must be maintained (basic require-
ment for correct working width).
A 7-pin socket (DIN 9684-1/ISO 11786). The control unit receives the impulse
for the current ground speed through this socket.
3.2 Connections, sockets
3.2.1 Power supply
The control unit is supplied with power from the tractor via the 3-pin power supply
socket (DIN 9680/ISO 12369.
NOTICE
On tractors without load-switchable gears, the ground speed must be selected
by using the correct gear ratio in such a way that it corresponds to a PTO speed
of 540 r.p.m.
NOTICE
The 7-pin socket for the tractor and the ground speed sensor can be obtained
as an expansion kit (Option), see Figure 3.3 to Figure 3.5.
[1] PIN 1: is not required
[2] PIN 2: (15/30): +12 V
[3] PIN 3: (31): earth
Figure 3.1: PIN assignment of power socket

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3.2.2 7-pin plug connector
The control unit receives the impulses for the current traverse speed via the 7-pin
socket (DIN 9684-1/ISO 11786. To do so, the 7-pin to 8-pin cable (accessory) is
connected to the ground speed sensor at the plug connector.
3.3 Connecting the control unit
Depending on the equipment, there are different methods of attaching the control
unit to the fertiliser spreader. For schematic terminal diagrams see below:
for the standard connection on page 16,
for the connection with wheel sensor onpage 17,
for the connection with wheel sensor and machine cable on page 18.
[1] PIN 1: Actual ground speed (radar)
[2] PIN 2: Theoretical ground speed (e. g.
gearbox, wheel sensor)
Figure 3.2: PIN assignment for 7-pin plug connector
n CAUTION
Note machine number
The control unit Quantron E is calibrated at the factory for the
fertiliser spreader with which it was delivered.
Connect the control unit control unit to the correct ferti-
liser spreader only.

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Carry out the installation in the following order.
Select a suitable position in the tractor cabin (in the driver's field of view) to
attach the control unit.
Install the control unit with the bracket in the tractor cabin.
Connect the control unit to the 7-pin socket or to the ground speed sensor (de-
pending on the equipment package, see Figure 3.3 to Figure 3.5).
Connect the control unit to the actuating cylinders of the fertiliser spreader us-
ing the 39-pin machine cable.
Connect the control unit to the tractor power supply using the 3-pin plug con-
nector.

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Standard schematic terminal diagram:
Figure 3.3: Schematic terminal diagram Quantron E (machine cable)
[1] RS232 serial interface
[2] 39-pin machine connector
[3] Battery
[4] Option (level sensor left/right)
[5] 3-pin plug connector as per DIN 9680 / ISO 12369
[6] 8-pin plug connector
[7] 7-pin plug connector conforming to DIN 9684
[9] Option (Telimat sensor top/bottom)
[10] Weigh cell left/right (only on AXIS 30.1 W - 40.1 W - 50.1 W)
[11] Metering slide actuator left/right
[12] Option Y cable (V24 RS232 interface for storage medium)
[13] Option (GPS cable and receiver)
[14] Option drop point adjustment (only for AXIS 50.1 W)
km/h
7
+-
2
3
5
1 6
4
9
10
12
13
14
11

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Wheel sensor schematic terminal diagram:
Figure 3.4: Schematic terminal diagram Quantron E (machine cable)
[1] RS232 serial interface
[2] 39-pin machine connector
[3] Battery
[4] Option (level sensor left/right)
[5] 3-pin plug connector as per DIN 9680 / ISO 12369
[6] 8-pin plug connector
[8] Ground speed sensor
[9] Option (Telimat sensor top/bottom)
[10] Weigh cell left/right (only on AXIS 30.1 W - 40.1 W - 50.1 W)
[11] Metering slide actuator left/right
[12] Option Y cable (V24 RS232 interface for storage medium)
[13] Option (GPS cable and receiver)
[14] Option drop point adjustment (only for AXIS 50.1 W)
km/h
8
4
9
10
14
+-
2
3
5
1 6
12
13
11

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Machine cable schematic terminal diagram:
Figure 3.5: Schematic terminal diagram Quantron E (machine cable)
[1] RS232 serial interface
[2] 39-pin machine connector
[3] Battery
[4] Option (level sensor left/right)
[5] 3-pin plug connector as per DIN 9680 / ISO 12369
[6] 8-pin plug connector
[7] 7-pin plug connector conforming to DIN 9684
[8] Ground speed sensor
[9] Option (Telimat sensor top/bottom)
[10] Weighing cell left/right (only on AXIS 30.1 W - 40.1 W - 50.1 W)
[11] Dispenser actuator left/right
[12] Option Y-cable (V24 RS232 interface for storage medium)
[13] Option (GPS cable and receiver)
[14] Option (Quantron E power supply via ignition lock)
[15] Drop point adjustment option (only for AXIS 50.1 W)
4
9
10
15
km/h
+-
2
3
8
km/h
7
5
1 6
12
14
13
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