Valley Center Pivot 7000 Series User manual

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Center Pivot
7000, 8000, 8120 Series
Owner's Manual
0994464_M

2 Center Pivot 7000, 8000, 8120 Series

Center Pivot 7000, 8000, 8120 Series 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CENTER PIVOT 7000, 8000, 8120 SERIES OWNER'S MANUAL .................................................................... 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 3
SERIES SPAN IDENTIFICATION ...................................................................................................................... 5
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY............................................................................................................. 6
ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT ............................................................................................................... 7
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..................................................................................................................................... 7
ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT WARRANTY........................................................................................................... 7
SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Recognize Safety Information..............................................................................................................................................8
Safety Messages ..............................................................................................................................................................8
Information Messages ......................................................................................................................................................8
Use of Personal Protective Equipment................................................................................................................................9
Conductive Materials and Equipment..................................................................................................................................9
Fall Protection......................................................................................................................................................................9
Minimum Working Clearance.............................................................................................................................................10
Qualified Person ................................................................................................................................................................10
Irrigation Equipment near Airports and Crop Dusting Aircraft ...........................................................................................10
Overhead Power Lines ......................................................................................................................................................11
Minimal Lockout / Tagout Procedure..................................................................................................................................12
Sequence of Lockout ......................................................................................................................................................12
Restoring Equipment to Service .....................................................................................................................................12
Operate Safely...................................................................................................................................................................13
Safety Decals.....................................................................................................................................................................17
OVERVIEW....................................................................................................................................................... 21
Pivot...................................................................................................................................................................................21
Collector Ring and J-Pipe..................................................................................................................................................21
Pivot Flex ...........................................................................................................................................................................21
Spans ................................................................................................................................................................................22
Overhang (Option).............................................................................................................................................................23
End Gun (Option) ..............................................................................................................................................................23
Drive Towers ......................................................................................................................................................................23
Water Application...............................................................................................................................................................24
Span Cable........................................................................................................................................................................24
Intermediate Tower Boxes..................................................................................................................................................24
Last Tower Box ..................................................................................................................................................................24
Safety Circuit .....................................................................................................................................................................24
Alignment...........................................................................................................................................................................25
Over Watering Timer..........................................................................................................................................................26
Stop In Slot Control - Mechanical (Option) ........................................................................................................................26
End Gun Control - Mechanical (Option) ............................................................................................................................26
End Gun and Stop In Slot Control - Electronic (Option) ....................................................................................................27
Public Power Towable (Option) ..........................................................................................................................................27
Drive Unit Mounted End of Field Stop/Auto Reverse (Option)...........................................................................................28
Auto Reverse/Auto Stop Box (Option).............................................................................................................................28
Pivot Mounted Auto Reverse (Option) ...............................................................................................................................29
OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................... 31
Machine Operation ............................................................................................................................................................31
Part Circle Operation .........................................................................................................................................................31
Towable Pivots ...................................................................................................................................................................32
Towing Option ....................................................................................................................................................................33
Preparing Drive Units for Towing.....................................................................................................................................33
Preparing Drive Units for Operation................................................................................................................................37
Towing the Skid Tow Pivot...............................................................................................................................................41
Towing the 2 Wheel E-Z Tow Pivot..................................................................................................................................47
Towing the 4 Wheel E-Z Tow Pivot - Fixed Tire...............................................................................................................53
Towing the 4 Wheel E-Z Tow Pivot - Swivel Tire .............................................................................................................57

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................... 63
Safety.................................................................................................................................................................................63
Wheel Gearbox 7000 Series..............................................................................................................................................64
Center Drive Gearmotor 7000 Series ................................................................................................................................65
Wheel Gearbox 8000/8120 Series.....................................................................................................................................66
Center Drive Gearmotors 8000/8120 Series .....................................................................................................................67
Helical Gearmotor...........................................................................................................................................................67
Worm Gearmotor ............................................................................................................................................................67
Tire and Wheel ..................................................................................................................................................................68
Towable Hub Lubrication.................................................................................................................................................68
Wheel Lug Nut Torque ....................................................................................................................................................68
Tire Pressures ................................................................................................................................................................68
Barricade ..........................................................................................................................................................................69
Wheel Tracks .....................................................................................................................................................................69
Engine/Generator ..............................................................................................................................................................69
Miscellaneous....................................................................................................................................................................70
Flex Hose Replacement..................................................................................................................................................70
Bonding Ground Wire .....................................................................................................................................................70
Electrical and Grounding Conductors .............................................................................................................................70
Pivot Swivel Lubrication..................................................................................................................................................70
2 Wheel E-Z Tow Pivot Swivel Bearing Lubrication.........................................................................................................71
Standard and 4 Wheel E-Z Tow Pivot .............................................................................................................................72
Pivot Mounted Auto Reverse Adjustment.....................................................................................................................72
Mechanical Stop In Slot Adjustment ............................................................................................................................73
Pivot Mounted Auto Reverse Adjustment.....................................................................................................................74
2 Wheel E-Z Tow Pivot....................................................................................................................................................75
Mechanical End Gun Ramp Adjustment......................................................................................................................75
Mechanical Stop In Slot Adjustment ............................................................................................................................76
Pivot Mounted Auto Reverse Adjustment.....................................................................................................................77
Actuator Bolt Adjustment .............................................................................................................................................77
Pivot Mounted Auto Reverse Example Settings...........................................................................................................78
End Gun Arc Setting Example ........................................................................................................................................79
Machine Alignment ............................................................................................................................................................80
Tower Alignment - Three Tower Method..........................................................................................................................81
Standard Alignment Adjustment .....................................................................................................................................82
Modified Alignment Adjustment ......................................................................................................................................83
Pivot Floating Alignment Adjustment ..............................................................................................................................84
Setting Alignment Cable Tension.......................................................................................................................................85
2 Wheel E-Z Tow Power Supply Installation Example........................................................................................................87
Span Flushing Procedure ..................................................................................................................................................88
Winterization......................................................................................................................................................................91
Off Season Storage of Hose...........................................................................................................................................91
Off Season Storage of Electric Cord...............................................................................................................................91
Regular Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................92
Pivot................................................................................................................................................................................92
Span ...............................................................................................................................................................................92
Sprinkler..........................................................................................................................................................................93
Alignment........................................................................................................................................................................93
Drive Unit ........................................................................................................................................................................94
Critical Torque Applications.............................................................................................................................................95
Hardware Identification ...................................................................................................................................................95
Torque Chart...................................................................................................................................................................95
Annual Maintenance Logs .................................................................................................................................................96
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................... 103
Safety...............................................................................................................................................................................103
In-Line Shut Down ...........................................................................................................................................................104
Tower Ahead Shut Down .................................................................................................................................................105
Tower Behind Shut Down ................................................................................................................................................106

Center Pivot 7000, 8000, 8120 Series 5
SERIES SPAN IDENTIFICATION
8000
8120 (INTERNATIONAL ONLY)
7000
5 ft (1524 mm)
PIPES
7000
8000
8120 (International Only) 5 ft (1524 mm)
Pipes

6 Center Pivot 7000, 8000, 8120 Series
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We: Valmont Industries, Inc.
28800 Ida Street
Valley, NE 68064
+1 402.359.6312
+1 402.359.6143 (Facsimile)
declare under our sole responsibility that the product,
Crop Irrigation System
to which this documentation relates, is in conformity with the following documents:
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU
The above-referenced equipment is in conformity with all safety-related clauses (Not all clauses reflecting com-
mercial preference are met) of the following documents:
EN 60204-1:2006 Safety of Machinery – Electrical Equipment of Machines
EN 12100:2010 Safety of Machinery
EN 909:1998+A1 Irrigation Machines
Statement regarding Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC:
The Crop Irrigation System is excluded from the scope of the Pressure Equipment Directive, by the
language of Article 1, Sections 3.2, 3.6 & 3.10. This equipment is classified less than Category 1.
Statement regarding RoHS Directive 2011/65/EC:
The Crop Irrigation System is excluded from the scope of the RoHS Directive, by the language of Article
2, Section 4(e), being a “Large Scale Fixed Installation.”
Person Authorized to Compile the Technical File in Europe: Ruediger Claas
Relevant information will be transmitted via email Valmont Industries Inc.
in response to a reasoned request by national authorities Nordring 4
45894 Gelsenkirchen
Germany
[phone]
Ron Pollak Date of Issue: December 17, 2018
Senior Electrical Engineer Place of Issue: Valley, NE 68064
Valmont Industries, Inc.
Serial Number:
Purchase Order:

Center Pivot 7000, 8000, 8120 Series 7
ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT
Installation Of The Valley Electric Irrigation Machine - European Union Only
Valmont Industries Inc. does not install a differential (ground fault) circuit breaker in the control panel of the
Valley electric irrigation machine because the standards of protection vary according to country of destination.
The distributor must provide and install a differential (ground fault) circuit breaker that meets the standards of
the country where the Valley irrigation machine is installed.
In the European Union, differential circuit breaker protection is fixed at a maximum of 24 volts.
Good grounding of the Valley irrigation machine is required.
• If resistance to ground is lower than 80 ohms, a differential (ground fault) circuit breaker of 300 mA will meet
requirements.
• If resistance to ground is between 80 and 800 ohms, a differential (ground fault) circuit breaker of 30 mA will
meet requirements.
The power supply installation and inspection of equipment protection components or systems are the respon-
sibility of the installer. Valmont Industries, Inc. is not responsible for the failure of equipment protection compo-
nents or systems not of their manufacture.
Valley pivot irrigation machines receiving power from a generator must have a cable connected from the irriga-
tion machine structure to a ground rod and another cable from the irrigation machine structure to the ground
terminal on generator in order for the differential (ground fault) circuit breaker to work.
The linear irrigation machines equipped with a generator are not equipped with a ground rod but must have a
cable connected from the linear irrigation machine structure to the ground terminal of the generator in order for
the differential (ground fault) circuit breaker to work.
• The resistance between the irrigation machine and the generator must be substantially below 80 ohms.
About This Manual
Information contained in this manual applies to Valley Center Pivot and its use with the 7000, 8000 and 8120
Series of spans.
For proper operation of the Center Pivot machine, the Control Panel Owner’s Manual and Center Pivot Owner’s
Manual must be used together.
The Control Panel Owner’s Manual includes safety guidelines and explains the basic operation of the control
panel itself, including how to start/stop the machine, change running direction and change water application
amounts.
All Owner’s, operators and maintenance personnel MUST read and understand the Control Panel Owner’s
Manual and the Center Pivot Owner’s Manual.
All information in this manual is based on information available at the time of printing. Valmont Industries Inc.
reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. Specifica-
tions are applicable to equipment sold within the United States and may vary outside of the United States.
Ancillary Equipment Warranty
The owner is responsible for warranty registration of all ancillary equipment such as but not limited to engines,
pumps and generators with its respective manufacturer.

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SAFETY
Recognize Safety Information
This irrigation equipment may be powered by high voltage which can be extremely dangerous if used improp-
erly. For maximum safety and optimum performance of the machine, all owner’s operator’s and maintenance
personnel must read and understand the owner/operator manual(s), all safety messages in this manual and
safety signs/decals on the machine before operating this equipment.
Anyone assembling, operating, servicing or maintaining this machine must read and understand all opera-
tion, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, installation, assembly instructions and all safety messages in this
manual before operating the machine or beginning any maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, installation or
assembly of components.
These instructions alert you to certain things you should do carefully; if you don’t, you could hurt yourself or
others, hurt the next person who operates the equipment, or damage the equipment.
Safety Messages
Safety messages in this manual are preceded by the hazard symbol and one of three words, danger, warning
or caution. These messages alert you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others and or cause property
damage.
!This HAZARD SYMBOL is used to alert you to information about unsafe actions or situations, and may
be followed by the word danger, warning, or caution.
!DANGER
The HAZARD SYMBOL used with the word DANGER, will describe immediate hazards that may result in
severe personal injury or death.
!WARNING
The HAZARD SYMBOL used with the word WARNING, will describe unsafe actions or situations that may
cause severe injury, death and/or major equipment or property damage.
!CAUTION
The HAZARD SYMBOL used with the word CAUTION, will describe unsafe actions or situations that may cause
injury, and/or minor equipment or property damage.
Information Messages
Important information messages in this manual are preceded by the word NOTE.
NOTE
The word NOTE is used to alert you to information that describes procedures or tips to help you install, operate
or maintain your equipment properly.

Center Pivot 7000, 8000, 8120 Series 9
SAFETY
Use of Personal Protective Equipment
• People working in areas where there are potential electrical hazards must use, personal protective equipment
that is appropriate for the specific parts of the body to be protected and for the work to be performed. Refer to
U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR) Safeguards for
personnel protection. - 1910.335, or applicable national, state or local regulations, for additional information.
• Personal protective equipment must be maintained in a safe, reliable condition and periodically inspected or
tested.
• Protective shields, protective barriers, or insulating materials must be used to protect each person from
shock, burns, or other electrically related injuries while that person is working near exposed energized parts
which might be accidentally contacted or where dangerous electric heating or arcing might occur. When nor-
mally enclosed live parts are exposed for maintenance or repair, they must be guarded to protect unqualified
persons from contact with the live parts.
• Safety signs and tags. Safety signs, safety symbols, or accident prevention tags must be used where neces-
sary to warn people about electrical hazards which may endanger them.
Conductive Materials and Equipment
Materials and equipment that may conduct electricity must be handled in a way that will prevent them from
contacting energized power lines, exposed conductors or circuit parts.
• When handling long conductive objects (such as but not limited to truss rods, pipes, angles and ladders) in
areas with energized power lines, exposed conductors or circuit parts, work practices (such as the use of
insulation, guarding, and material handling techniques) must be used to minimize the hazard.
• Portable ladders must have non-conductive side rails.
• Do not wear conductive articles of jewelry and clothing (such as but not limited to watch bands, bracelets,
rings, key chains, necklaces, metalized aprons, cloth with conductive thread, or metal headgear) that could
come in contact with energized power lines, exposed conductors or circuit parts.
Fall Protection
Identify potential fall hazards and determine if fall protection equipment is appropriate for the task, before begin-
ning the work. Pay attention to hazards associated with routine and non-routine tasks. Inspect fall protection
equipment (harnesses, lanyards) and devices (guardrails, tie-off points) before each use. Use fall protection
equipment if required for the job. Be sure the fall protection equipment is right for the task, fits properly, and is in
good condition. Refer to U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations Standards - 29
CFR 1926.500, 1926.501 and 1926.502, or applicable national, state or local regulations for more information.
• When using scaffolds, make sure there is proper access, full planking, stable footing, and guard railing.
• When using a boom lift, keep feet firmly on the platform of a boom lift, use fall protection equipment tied-off
at all times to the guardrail or tie-off point.
• When using a ladder, make sure the ladder is non-conductive and the correct size for the task. Read the
ladder user instructions and be sure the ladder is in good condition. Make sure ladder is set on stable footing
and at the correct angle.

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SAFETY
Minimum Working Clearance
To reduce the risk of injury, all persons require adequate working clearance around the electrical panel or other
electrical equipment. The table below identifies the minimum working clearance needed. Refer to U.S. Occupa-
tional Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR) Safeguards for personnel pro-
tection. -1910.303(g)(1)(i), or any other applicable national, state or local regulations, for additional information.
MINIMUM WORKING CLEARANCE 0-600 VOLTS
WIDTH
OF WORKING
CLEARANCE
AREA
HEIGHT
OF WORKING
CLEARANCE
AREA
MINIMUM WORKING CLEARANCE
IN FRONT OF ELECTRICAL PANEL/EQUIPMENT
EXPOSED LIVE PARTS
ON ONE SIDE OF WORK
SPACE AND NO LIVE
GROUNDED PARTS ON
THE OTHER SIDE.
EXPOSED LIVE PARTS
ON ONE SIDE OF WORK
SPACE AND LIVE
GROUNDED PARTS ON
THE OTHER SIDE.
EXPOSED LIVE PARTS
ON ONE SIDE OF WORK
SPACE AND EXPOSED
LIVE PARTS ON THE
OTHER SIDE.
30 in (76.2 cm)
MINIMUM OR
WIDTH OF
ENCLOSURE,
WHICH EVER IS
GREATER
78 in (198.1 cm)
MINIMUM OR
HEIGHT OF
ENCLOSURE,
WHICH EVER IS
GREATER
36 in (91.4 cm) MINIMUM 42 in (107 cm) MINIMUM 48 in (122 cm) MINIMUM
Concrete, brick or tile walls shall be considered as grounded.
Qualified Person
A Qualified person is one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or
who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated his/her ability to solve or
resolve problems related to the subject matter, the work, or the project.
Only qualified persons may work on electric circuit parts or equipment that have not been de-energized.
Refer to U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations Standards - 29 CFR 1926.32(m)
and 1910.333, or applicable national, state or local regulations for additional information.
Irrigation Equipment near Airports and Crop Dusting Aircraft
• If any part of the irrigation machine comes within 3200 ft (975 m) of an airport runway, especially the ap-
proach (ends) of the runway, additional warning markers may be required. In the United States, CFR Title 14,
Chapter I, Subchapter E, Part 77 – Safe, Efficient Use, and Preservation of the Navigable Airspace describes
when marking is needed.
This document is available at: www.ecfr.gov
• Marking requirements vary depending on the location of the irrigation equipment relative to the runway, the
type of airport (Civil, Military, or Heliport) and other factors. Contact the local airport authority for guidance
and specific recommendations. In the United States, guidelines for marking structures near airports are
published by the Federal Aviation Administration in Advisory Circular AC 70/7460-1L – Obstruction Marking
and Lighting.
Available here: www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars
• For irrigation machines near private or unregulated airfields, including farm-based airstrips, Valley strongly
recommends complying with the same standards and requirements as Civil airports as shown in Part 77.
• Regulations vary by country, contact your local aviation authority for guidance.
Overhang cables, including overhang back cables are a particular danger. In locations where low-flying
aircraft are likely, such as within 1,500 ft (457 m) of an end of an airport runway, or where crop dusting aircraft
are common, Valley recommends adding obstruction markers to overhang cables to improve their visibility.
For large overhangs (36 ft / 10.97 m Heavy Duty and longer), five 12 in (300 mm) or 20 in (500 mm), aviation
orange marker balls are sufficient. One near the rabbit ears, two in the middle of the back cables and two in
the middle of the highest overhang cables. Refer to Section 3.5 in AC70/7460-1 for additional details. Aviation
marker balls are available online and from a variety of aviation and airport safety equipment providers.