TYCROP ProPass 180 Top Dresser User manual

ProPass 180 Top Dresser
Operator’s Manual
English/Español
P/N: 60041006R04

All information, illustrations, and specifications in
this manual are based on the latest information at
the time of publication. We reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
TYCROP Manufacturing Ltd.
Rosedale, British Columbia, V0X 1X0, Canada
www.tycropturf.com
Copyright © 2004 TYCROP Manufacturing Ltd.
All rights reserved
Manual Number: 60041006
Printed in Canada, August 14, 2008

TYCROP Manufacturing Ltd. ProPass 180 Top Dresser Operator’s Manual
Table of Contents Page i
Table of Contents
Product Identification........................................................................................................1
Model Name and Serial Number...............................................................................1
Purchase Date and Distributor Information ...............................................................1
Specifications ....................................................................................................................2
Introduction........................................................................................................................4
Using this Operator’s Manual ....................................................................................4
Message Boxes.........................................................................................................4
About the ProPass 180 Top Dresser ...............................................................................5
Features and Benefits................................................................................................5
Components ..............................................................................................................5
Base Model......................................................................................................5
ProPass Options........................................................................................................5
Tow-Behind Chassis........................................................................................5
TYCROP Direct Connect .................................................................................6
Toro or John Deere Truck-mount Chassis.......................................................6
Truck-mount Storage Stand.............................................................................6
Twin Spinner Option.........................................................................................6
Vortex Brush Option.........................................................................................7
11HP – Hydraulic Power Pack.........................................................................7
Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................8
Safe Operating Practices...........................................................................................8
Supervisor’s Responsibilities...........................................................................8
Do the Following ..............................................................................................8
Never Do the Following....................................................................................8
Hydraulic Safety.........................................................................................................8
Tow Vehicle Requirements..............................................................................8
Hoses and Lines ..............................................................................................9
Engine Safety ............................................................................................................9
Tow Vehicle Safety....................................................................................................9
Loading......................................................................................................................9
Unloading.................................................................................................................10
Traveling..................................................................................................................10
Hills ................................................................................................................10
Parking...........................................................................................................10
Safety Attire.............................................................................................................11
Safety Decals...........................................................................................................12
Setup Instructions...........................................................................................................15
Installing the Options...............................................................................................15
Installation of ProPass Conveyor and Swivel Kit.....................................................16

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How to Prepare the Electrical Connections on SH Model ......................................18
How to Prepare the Electrical Connections on EH Model ......................................18
Operating Instructions....................................................................................................19
Operation Decals On SH Models............................................................................19
Connecting the ProPass to the Tow Vehicle...........................................................19
Disconnecting the ProPass from the Tow Vehicle..................................................20
Installing a Truck Mount ProPass from the Storage Stand.....................................20
Removing a Truck Mount ProPass from the Storage Stand...................................22
How to Operate the Controls and Options on SH Models ......................................22
Flow Control Valve for Conveyor Belt ...........................................................22
Flow Control Valve for Option........................................................................23
On/Off Pendant..............................................................................................23
How to Operate the Controls and Options on EH Models ......................................23
Control Pendant Legend................................................................................23
Conveyor Belt................................................................................................24
Option Control ...............................................................................................24
Storing/Recalling a Preset on EH Models...............................................................25
To Store:........................................................................................................25
To Recall:.......................................................................................................25
How to Load the ProPass .......................................................................................25
How to Operate the ProPass ..................................................................................25
How to Operate the ProPass with the 11HP Hydraulic Power Pack ......................26
ProPass Factory Recommended Settings Guide..........................................27
ProPass SH Twin Spinner Suggested Application Guide For 3” Gate..........28
ProPass SH Twin Spinner Suggested Application Guide For 5” Gate..........28
ProPass EH Twin Spinner Suggested Application Guide For 5” Gate..........28
Disc Settings..................................................................................................29
ProPass Twin Spinner Movement Handles ............................................................30
Twin Spinner Spread Pattern Troubleshooting Guide ............................................31
Operation of the ProPass Conveyor and Swivel Kit................................................32
Safety.............................................................................................................32
Maintenance Instructions...............................................................................................33
Warranty..................................................................................................................33
Safety Checks.........................................................................................................33
Tires and Wheels...........................................................................................33
Rear Gate......................................................................................................33
Jack Stands...................................................................................................33
Hydraulic System...........................................................................................33
Conveyor Belt and Rollers.............................................................................33
Belt and Rear Gate Seals..............................................................................33
Options ..........................................................................................................34
Safety Decals.................................................................................................34
How to Maintain the Conveyor Belt System............................................................34
Conveyor Belt Tensioning Procedure............................................................34
Conveyor Belt Tracking Procedure ...............................................................34
How to Lubricate the ProPass.................................................................................35
Lubrication Schedule.....................................................................................35
Lubrication Procedure ...................................................................................35

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Maintenance of the ProPass Conveyor and Swivel Kit...........................................37
Safety Checks..........................................................................................................37
Hydraulic System...........................................................................................37
Conveyor Belt and Rollers.............................................................................37
Belt Seals.......................................................................................................37
Guards ...........................................................................................................37
Tensioning the conveyor belt...................................................................................37
Conveyor Belt Tensioning Procedure............................................................37
Lubricating the bearings.................................................................................38
Hydraulic Schematic For SH Model.........................................................................39
Hydraulic Schematic For EH Model.........................................................................40
Electrical Schematic For SH Model.........................................................................43
Electrical Schematic For EH Model.........................................................................44
How to Wash the ProPass.......................................................................................45
Long-term Storage of the ProPass..........................................................................45
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................47
ProPass Troubleshooting Guide..............................................................................47
Maintenance Record Sheet.....................................................................................48
Figures
Figure 1: Identification plate.............................................................................................1
Figure 2: Identification plate on Base Model..................................................................1
Figure 3: SH Base Model mounted on tow-behind chassis.........................................5
Figure 4: SH Base Model mounted on TYCROP Direct Connect...............................6
Figure 5: John Deere ProGator truck-mount chassis...................................................6
Figure 6: Truck-mount storage stand..............................................................................6
Figure 7: Twin Spinner......................................................................................................6
Figure 8: Vortex Brush ......................................................................................................7
Figure 9: 11HP – Hydraulic Power Pack........................................................................7
Figure 10: Jack stand On Tow-Behind .........................................................................11
Figure 11: Jack stands On TYCROP Direct Connect.................................................11
Figure 12: Twin Spinner..................................................................................................15
Figure 13: Vortex Brush..................................................................................................15
Figure 14: Locking clamps for Twin Spinner................................................................15
Figure 15: Locking clamps for Vortex Brush................................................................16
Figure 16: Install doublers onto ProPass .....................................................................16
Figure 17: Lift the swivel into position on ProPass .....................................................16
Figure 18: Clamp the swivel to the ProPass................................................................16
Figure 19: ProPass conveyor belt with clearance.......................................................17
Figure 20: Conveyor pinned in the travel position.......................................................17
Figure 21: Conveyor hose routing.................................................................................17
Figure 22 - Control Pendant on Tow Vehicle Mount...................................................18
Figure 24: Installing the ProPass onto the work vehicle (or uninstalling it onto the
storage stand)...........................................................................................................20
Figure 25: Mounting brackets at ProPass rear............................................................21
Figure 26: Electrical connection on work vehicle for SH Model................................21
Figure 27: Electrical connection on work vehicle for EH Model................................21
Figure 28: Hydraulic connections..................................................................................22
Figure 29: On/off pendant...............................................................................................23

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Figure 30: Twin Spinner disk settings.......................................................................... 29
Figure 31: Twin Spinner base settings......................................................................... 29
Figure 32: Twin Spinner Movement Handles.............................................................. 30
Figure 33: Medium Spread settings (arrows indicate direction of travel to change
the spread pattern).................................................................................................. 32
Figure 34: Conveyor operation without deflector........................................................ 32
Figure 35: Conveyor operation with deflector............................................................. 32
Figure 36: Tensioner rod and locking nuts.................................................................. 34
Figure 37: Grease fitting on Base Model (one at left front, one at right front)....... 35
Figure 38: Grease fitting on Base Model (one at left rear, one at right rear) ........ 35
Figure 39: Grease fitting on tow-behind chassis (front and rear, left and right).
Grease once per year............................................................................................. 35
Figure 40: Grease fitting on Vortex Brush................................................................... 35
Figure 41: Conveyor tensioning adjustments.............................................................. 37
Figure 42: Bearing grease point.................................................................................... 38
Figure 43: Hydraulic Schematic For SH Model........................................................... 39
Figure 44: Hydraulic Schematic For EH Model........................................................... 40
Figure 45: Hydraulic Schematic, ProPass SH - 11HP Hydraulic Power Pack....... 41
Figure 46: Hydraulic Schematic, ProPass EH - 11HP Hydraulic Power Pack....... 42
Figure 47: Electrical Schematic For SH Model........................................................... 43
Figure 48: Electrical Schematic For EH Model........................................................... 44
Figure 49: Belt cleaning scraper assembly................................................................. 45

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Product Identification Page 1
Product Identification
Model Name and Serial Number
The model number and serial number of each ProPass
product are located on an identification plate (Figure 1),
along with the date of manufacture and the product’s gross
weight. The identification plate is mounted near the front
of the conveyor belt on the ProPass body (Figure 2).When
you contact an authorized TYCROP Distributor for service
or parts, the Distributor will ask for the ProPass model
name and serial number.
ProPass 180 Base Model
ProPass Twin Spinner
ProPass Conveyor and Swivel Kit
ProPass Vortex Brush
ProPass PowerPack
Purchase Date and Distributor
Information
Date of Purchase
Distributor Name
Distributor Phone
Figure 1: Identification plate
Figure 2: Identification plate on Base Model

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Page 2 Introduction
Specifications
IMPORTANT:These specifications are subject to
change without notice. They are provided for reference
purposes only. Contact an authorized TYCROP
distributor for up-to-date or additional information.
Weights
Base Model 248 kg (546 lb)
TYCROP Direct Connect 236 kg (520 lb)
Tow-behind chassis 218 kg (480 lb)
Tow-behind payload 905 kg (2,000 lb)
GVWR tow-behind
Base Model 1,405 kg (3,100 lb)
Truck mount tare 289 kg (636 lb)
GVWR truck mount Do not exceed vehicle rating
Twin Spinner 68 kg (150 lb)
Conveyor and Swivel Kit 63 kg (140 lb)
Vortex Brush 28 kg (60 lb)
ProGator truck-mount 41 kg (90 lb)
Workman truck-mount 41 kg (90 lb)
Truck-mount storage
stand 30 kg (65 lb)
11 hp – Hydraulic Power
Pack 100 kg (220 lb)
Dimensions
Length Width Height
Overall dimensions
TYCROP Direct Connect 2.64 m
(104 in) 1.7 m (65 in) 1.52 m (60 in)
Overall dimensions tow
behind 3.4 m (134 in) 1.7 m (65 in) 1.4 m (56 in)
Overall dimensions truck
mount 1.98 m (78 in) 1.7 m (65 in) 1.4 m (56 in)
Shipping dimensions
Base Model 2.18 m (86 in) 1.47 m (58 in) 0.91 m (36 in)
Shipping dimensions
Twin Spinner 1.24 m (49 in) 0.69 m (27 in) 0.66 m (26 in)
Shipping dimensions
Conveyor and Swivel Kit 1.68 m (66 in) 0.46 m (18 in) 0.45 m (18 in)
Shipping dimensions
Vortex Brush 0.97 m (38 in) 0.41 m (16 in) 0.58 m (23 in)
Tires
Size 60 x 32.5 x 30 cm – 4 ply
(24 x 13 x 12 in)
Maximum Inflation
pressure 124 kPa (18 psi)
Hydraulic System
Minimum flow 23 L/min (6 U.S. gal/min)
Maximum flow 38 L/min (10 U.S. gal/min)
Minimum input
pressure 138 bar (2,000 psi)
Maximum input
pressure 190 bar (2,800 psi)
Fluid type Petro-Canada Duratran
or equivalent ISO VG-68 fluid
Fluid viscosity 60.09 cSt @ 40°C
Fluid Capacity 2 L (0.53 US gal)
Fluid capacity (11hp
power pack) 32.9 L (8.7 US gal)
11hp power pack
engine model number Honda GX340KQAE6
11hp power pack
engine owner manual
number 00X31-ZH9-6210

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Tow Vehicle Requirements
Towing capacity
(for maximum payload
with options) 1,550 kg (3,400 lb)
Tongue weight
(for maximum payload) 136 kg (300 lb)
Tow vehicle
minimum power 13 kW (18 hp)
Hitch Use 18 mm (0.75 in) diameter
safety rated hitch pin and safety clip
Electrical System
Voltage 12 V
Maximum amperage draw 3.3 A
Fuse 10 A
Other Specifications
Maximum payload
capacity 0.57 m3(20 ft3)
Maximum conveyor
belt speed 3.2 rpm or 20 m (66 ft) per minute (with Honda engine at maximum)
Vibration Under normal operating conditions,
the ProPass does not produce
vibrations over 2.0 m/s2(6.6 ft/s2) to
the operator’s arms, or over
0.5 m/s2 (1.6 ft/s2) to the operator’s
body. (Note: values= weighted root
mean square acceleration.)
Noise Under normal operating conditions,
the ProPass has an equivalent,
continuous, ‘A’-weighted sound
level, no greater than 75 dB
(decibels). When operated with the
11HP Hydraulic Power Pack the
equivalent, continuous, ‘A’-weighted
sound level is 85dB(A).
When operated in conjunction with
a tow vehicle, the sound level may
exceed 85 dB. Use approved
hearing protection.

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Page 4 Introduction
Introduction
Read this Operator’s Manual carefully before operating the
ProPass. Keep it in an accessible location.
To get a replacement manual, contact an authorized
TYCROP Distributor. This Operator’s Manual is also
available in other languages; contact your Distributor to
order one.
TYCROP Manufacturing Ltd. thanks you for choosing the
ProPass 180 Top Dresser for your facility.
Using this Operator’s Manual
Follow all safety precautions and operating
recommendations to ensure safe and trouble-free operation
of the ProPass 180 Top Dresser.
This Operator’s Manual will help you and others avoid
personal injury or damage to the machine. The information
will provide the operator with the safest and most effective
methods for operating the ProPass.
Throughout this Operator’s Manual, the terms “left” and
“right” are used. When you stand behind the ProPass
facing towards the rear of it, your left side corresponds to
the left side of the ProPass.
The ProPass shown in this Operator’s Manual may differ
slightly from your model. These differences are cosmetic
and will not affect operation.
Message Boxes
This Operator’s Manual contains message boxes that are
labeled Danger, Warning, Caution, and Important.
These message boxes indicate potential safety concerns or
equipment damage, and operating and servicing
information. Read these message boxes carefully to avoid
injury and equipment damage.
DANGER:Indicates an extreme hazard
that will cause serious injury or death if
you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
WARNING:Indicates a hazard that may
cause serious injury or death if you do not
follow the recommended precautions.
CAUTION:Indicates a hazard that may
cause minor or moderate injury if you do
not follow the recommended precautions.
IMPORTANT:Indicates special mechanical or servicing
information.