TASC-6100 LIQUID/GRANULAR APPLICATION CONTROL SYSTEM USER GUIDE PN - 98-05018 R2 Software Version 1.30 CE & STANDARD VERSION ® MID-TECH MPH MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ON OPERATE OFF SET- UP Product Vol. Fan RPM Area Speed Scan %Rate INC. DEC. Appl. Rate Total Applied Width Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR TASC-6100 Rate Controller Alt.-Rate Standard Rate OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS Midwest Technologies, Inc.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 CHANGE LOG DATE: DATE CODE: 4/24/98 10/1/98 5/15/00 2/20/00 98114 98114 00060 01110 PAGES AFFECTED: New Manual(TASC-6100 w/Fan RPM) A-4 (No Revision Change) All - New Format/SW, CE Console Corrected graphic, updatedlogo & warranty, cleaned up text II II SW VERSION 1.20 1.20 1.30 1.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHANGE LOG TABLE OF CONTENTS LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL CHAPTER 1 SWITCHES AND CONTROLS II III V VI 1-1 CONSOLE SWITCHES AND INDICATORS POWER SWITCH MODE SELECTOR SWITCH INC / DEC SWITCH BOOM SECTION “ON/OFF” INDICATORS RATE SWITCH DISPLAY SELECTOR SWITCH IMPLEMENT STATUS INPUT GROUND SPEED OVERRIDE SWITCH (GSO) 1-1 1-1 1-1 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-6 1-7 CHAPTER 2 CALIBRATION 2-1 SELECTING THE APPLICATION PROGRAM SELECTING ENGLISH OR METRIC, UNITS U
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE 4-1 FLUSHING AND CLEANING CONTROL CONSOLE GROUND SPEED SENSOR FLOW AND PRESSURE SENSOR CONVEYOR RATE SENSOR FLOW CONTROL VALVE WIRING HARNESS 4-1 4-1 4-2 4-2 4-3 4-3 4-3 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLE SHOOTING - ERROR MESSAGES 5-1 5-5 CHAPTER 6 EMERGENCY OPERATION 6-1 GROUND SPEED SENSOR FAILURE FLOW CONTROL VALVE FAILURE FLOWMETER OR PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE APPENDIX A - SYSTEM DIAGRAMS APPENDIX B - SYSTEM OVERVIEW APPENDIX C - GLOSSARY/TABLES B-2 B-3 B-7 B-7 C-1
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 List of Illustrations FIG. 1-1. TASC CONSOLE SWITCHES AND INDICATORS FIG. 1-2. DISPLAY SELECTOR FUNCTIONS - OPERATE MODE FIG. 1-3. DISPLAY SELECTOR FUNCTIONS - SET-UP MODE FIG. 1-4. TASC 6100 DEFAULT VALUES - LIQUID STANDARD MODE FIG. 1-5. TASC 6100 DEFAULT VALUES - LIQUID PRESSURE MODE FIG. 1-6. TASC 6100 DEFAULT VALUES - GRANULAR MODE FIG. A1 - TYPICAL FLOW/PRESSURE BASED WIRING DIAGRAM FIG. A 2. TYPICAL FLOW/PRESSURE BASED PLUMBING DIAGRAM FIG. A 3.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL T his manual is designed to provide you with the basic information needed to set up and operate the Mid-Tech® TASC 6100 control system. Actual procedures may vary somewhat, depending on the configuration of your system. When you see "Mitch", he is pointing out special information that you should be aware of, regarding safety, preventing console damage, an easier way to perform an operation, etc..
98-05018 R2 Sw it & C ches ont . TASC 6100 CHAPTER 1 SWITCHES AND CONTROLS S everal switches and indicators serve as the interface between the operator and the MidTech control system. CONSOLE SWITCHES AND INDICATORS T his section shows the location of each switch and indicator found on the TASC 6100 control console and discusses its function in both the Operate and Setup modes. POWER SWITCH The power switch (see #1 in Fig. 1-1) controls power to the console.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 INC / DEC SWITCH The Increase/Decrease (INC/DEC) switch (see #3 in Fig. 1-1) is used, in both the OPERATE and SET-UP modes, to adjust the values appearing in the display. BOOM SECTION “ON/OFF” INDICATORS The boom section On/Off indicators (see #5 in Fig. 11) indicate which boom sections the operator has selected. When a boom is turned on, its indicator is lit. There are a maximum of nine boom sections available. RATE SWITCH The Rate Selector switch (see #6 in Fig.
Application Rate: Displays the target application rate when the ground speed is zero or all booms are OFF.** The actual application rate is displayed here once application has started. OPERATE ® MPH ON OPERATE INC. MID-TECH SET-CH UP OFF SET- UP MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Product Vol. Fan RPM Area %Rate Product Vol. Appl. Rate TASC-6100 Fan RPM Total Applied Rate Controller Area Width Speed Scan %Rate DEC. Appl.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Display Selector - Setup Mode (Liquid) (See Fig. 1-3) Speed: Ground speed override (GSO) value.** OPERATE ® MPH ON OPERATE OFF SET- UP DEC. MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Product Vol. Fan RPM %Rate Appl. Rate Total Applied Area %Rate Speed Scan Product Vol. Appl. Rate FanTASC-6100 RPM Total Applied Rate Controller Area Width Speed Scan Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR Fig. 1-3. Display Selector Functions - Set-Up Mode INC.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Sw it & C ches ont . Display Selector - Operate Mode (Gran.) (See Fig. 1-2) Speed: The current vehicle speed. Area: Area Accumulator #1. The total area treated since the counter was last reset.* Fan RPM: The current speed of the fan (spinners). Product Vol.: Amount of product aboard the vehicle.** % Rate: The percent of programmed application rate at which the product is being applied.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Display Selector - Set-Up Mode (Gran.) (See fig. 1-3) Speed: Ground Speed Override (GSO) value.** Area: Area Accumulator #2. The total area treated since the counter was last reset.* Fan RPM: The current fan RPM calibration number. This cal # can be set to zero to remove the fan RPM reading from the scan feature.** Product Volume: Used to set the full load capacity of the vehicle.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 This feature allows the operator to control the operation of the control valve through the normal operation of the vehicle. The implement status input can be used to sense the ON/OFF condition of the main vehicle pump switch, a separate Master switch, or, an external switch sensing an implement "UP"/ "DOWN" condition. GROUND SPEED OVERRIDE SWITCH (GSO) I f your TASC system includes an optional MIDTECH® Boom Control Switch Box, the GSO switch is already installed.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 R MID-TECH OPERATE TASC 6100, DISPLAYED VALUES WHEN IN MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. SOFTWARE VER. 1.30 LIQUID STD MODE Preset #1 Specialists In Control System Electronics Since 1983 Use INC/DEC switch to change up or down % Rate 100 Use INC/DEC switch to change up or down Use INC switch to set full load, INC/DEC to change Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM 10.0/12.0 Total Applied Use DEC switch to zero display Impl.
98-05018 R2 Sw it & C ches ont . TASC 6100 R MID-TECH OPERATE TASC 6100, DISPLAYED VALUES WHEN IN MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. SOFTWARE VER. 1.30 LIQUID PSI MODE Preset #1 Specialists In Control System Electronics Since 1983 Use INC/DEC switch to change up or down % Rate 100 Use INC/DEC switch to change up or down Use INC switch to set full load, INC/DEC to change Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM 10.0 Total Applied Use DEC switch to zero display Impl.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 R MID-TECH OPERATE TASC 6100, DISPLAYED VALUES WHEN IN MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. SOFTWARE VER. 1.30 GRANULAR MODE Preset #1 Specialists In Control System Electronics Since 1983 Use INC/DEC switch to change up or down % Rate 100 Use INC switch to set full load, INC/DEC to change Use INC/DEC switch to change up or down Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM 200/250 Total Applied Use DEC switch to zero display Impl.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Mid-Tech CHAPTER 2 CALIBRATION Mid-Tech NOTE: PLEASE READ THROUGH THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE YOU BEGIN CALIBRATION! S Set & C up al. pecific information about your applicator (i.e. application rates, boom widths, test speed, etc.) must be programmed into the control console and the flow/rate and ground speed sensors must be calibrated before the system is ready to use.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 UNITS FOR EACH DISPLAY SELECTOR SWITCH POSITION (Liquid Mode)** POSITION Speed Field Area Total Area Product Vol. Appl. Rate Total Applied Impl. Width Distance Test Speed US Miles/Hour (mph) Acres (acre) Acres (acre) US Gallons (gal.) US Gallons/acre (gpa) US Gallons (gal.) Inches - Feet (in., ft.) Feet - Miles (ft.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 LIQUID/GRANULAR COMMON SETUP ITEMS SETTING APPLICATION RATES A-2 A-1 B ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. Fan RPM Total Applied Area Standard Rate A-3 % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate Impl. Width Speed Scan Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR A. Set the console switches to the following positions: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS 1. Power ON 2. Mode Selector OPERATE (APPLICATION RATE IS SET IN THE OPERATE MODE!!!) 3. Display Selector Application Rate 4.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 change in the target rate). For example, with the application rate set to 10.0 gallons per acre, a single actuation of the INC. switch causes the system to control flow at the rate of 12.0 gallons per acre (10.0 + 20% = 12.0). A-2 A-1 B A. Set the console switches to the following positions: ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. A-3 % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM Total Applied Area 1. Power 2. Mode Selector 3. Display Selector ON SET-UP % Rate Impl.
D. Finally, let the boom width display cycle through the boom sections until it shows “Boom C”. When the “C” width is displayed, set it to the normal operating width of the entire sprayer, in inches (meters), using the INC./DEC. switch. E. The boom width is now set. Turn all booms ON and return to the OPERATE mode. The new total boom width will be displayed in feet (meters). If this does not agree with your total applicator width, check the individual boom widths, ( steps B and C).
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 A-2 A-1 ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM Area A. Set the control console switches to the following settings: B Total Applied A-3 1. Power 2. Mode Selector 3. Display Selector ON SETUP Distance Impl. Width Speed Scan Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS The display shows the current distance calibration value. B. Use the INC./DEC.
TASC 6100 G. Stop the vehicle at the measured distance end marker. Compare the distance indicated by the console to the actual measured distance, to determine how much correction is necessary. For example: if the indicated distance is 396 Ft. after driving over a 400 foot range, the error in the distance calibration is 1.0%. 98-05018 R2 Set & C up al. H.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 turning on the Implement Status switch (closed circuit) the flow control valve is already open and product flow is instantaneous. This response assumes that some other device, such as a boom section valve, has stopped the product flow. When the operator selects the "Close" condition, deactivation of the Implement Status Switch (open circuit) automatically causes the flow control valve to close.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Use the following procedure to set the “All Booms OFF” response. A. Set the console to the following positions; C ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate ON OPERATE Impl. Width OFF Fan RPM A-3 Total Applied Area Impl. Width Speed Scan Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR Set & C up al. 1. Power 2. Mode Selector 3. Display Selector 4. Boom switches (or Master switch) A-2 A-1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS B. Hold the INC./DEC.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 than the pre-selected GSO Speed, the console will sound an alarm and the display will flash a “Too Slow” message to warn the operator of possible over application. PRODUCT VOLUME (FULL LOAD VALUE) A-3 C A-2 A-1 ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. Setting the Full Load Value The Full Load Value of the vehicle can be preset into the console and automatically recalled when the vehicle is reloaded. % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM Total Applied Area Impl.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Low Product Alarm Set & C up al. The Low Product Alarm alerts the operator when the Product Vol., displayed on the console, reads 10% of the Full Load Capacity. The console beeps for three seconds and displays the message "LO” - ”PROD". Console control functions are not affected by this alarm. To disable the alarm, do not recall the Full Load Capacity.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 LIQUID ONLY SET-UP SETTING THE CORRECTION FACTOR (Pressure based (Pump L Psi (br)) only) NOTE: The Correction Factor is locked at 1.00 when in STnrd and rEFLO modes I f you are spraying water solutions, the correction factor should be set to 1.00. If you are spraying a solution with a specific gravity different than that of water, adjust the correction factor according to the following chart. Weight of Solution Correction Factor 7.0 lbs/gal 8.0 lbs/gal 8.34 lbs/gal - Water 9.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 a field calibration/catch test should be performed. (see page 2-16) Verify that the correct application program is selected. (see page 2-1) Set & C up al. Check the Correction Factor, to ensure that it is set correctly. (see page 2-11) FLOWMETER (for Pump L STnrd applications) Flowmeters are calibrated for water at the factory and the suggested calibration numbers are listed below. These numbers are meant to be initial cal.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 range of speeds and the rate needed. When the nozzle is selected, find the column of nozzle ratings in "Gallons per Acre" at 10 MPH. Then, on the left of the chart, find the horizontal line representing the ratings at 30 PSI. Where the column and row intersect you will find the "Gallons per Acre" rating of your nozzles at 10 MPH and 30 PSI. This is the value to enter into the console as the pressure sensor cal. #.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 2.0 BAR. This is the value to enter into the console as the pressure sensor cal. #. For example, in the following chart, for a 8002-SS nozzle, the row for 2.0 BAR and column for 10 KPH cross at 78.0 Liters per Hectare, the pressure sensor cal. # for this particular nozzle. Liquid Capacity Pressure in Tip No. in bar l/min 2.0 0.65 TP8002-SS 2.5 0.72 3.0 0.79 Set & C up al. NOTE: You must use the 2.0 BAR / 10 KPH value regardless of the speed and pressure at which you are operating.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Pressure Sensor High/Low Calibration A-2 A-1 B ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. The pressure sensor's Zero and High Set Point values must be set to match the readings from your manual pressure gauge. To do this, follow the procedure below. % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM Total Applied Area Impl. Width Speed Scan Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR A-4 A-3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS A-4 A.
98-05018 R2 Set & C up al. TASC 6100 more than 100 PSI (6.8 br). Push INC. switch again and hold for about 3 seconds. Display reads "PSi (br) xxx". The xxx is a pressure reading. The INC./DEC. switch can now be used to adjust the pressure reading on the console to match the reading on the pressure gauge. If no switch changes are detected for 3 seconds, the console display reverts to "OPEN" again. Actuating the DEC.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 A method similar to the following is recommended. 1. If using Pump L Psi, enter the appropriate "Correction Factor" for the material that you will be using for the test (Use factor of 1.00 for Pump L STnrd applications) (see page 2-11). 2. Enter the desired application rate (see page 2-3). 3. Verify that the boom switches are OFF. 4. Verify that the correct initial flow sensor calibration number is entered into the console (See pages 2-12 through 2-14). Use the INC./DEC.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Pressure Sensor: New Cal. # = MEASURED AMOUNT X OLD CAL. # INDICATED AMOUNT Set & C up al. If the measured amount is more than the indicated amount, the new cal# should be larger. If the measured amount is less than the indicated amount, the new cal# should be smaller. Flow Meter: New Cal. # = INDICATED AMOUNT X OLD CAL. # MEASURED AMOUNT If the measured amount is more than the indicated amount, the new cal. # should be smaller.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 The calibration number can also be calibrated based on field experience. L Psi (bAr) Mode - Material left over - Adj. Cal. # down slightly - Short of material - Adj. Cal. # up slightly - Material left over - Adj. Cal. # up slightly - Short of material - Adj. Cal. # down slightly L STnrd Mode GRANULAR ONLY SET-UP V erify that the correct application program has been selected. (see page 2-1) SETTING THE PRODUCT DENSITY (for granular applications only.
TASC 6100 tion of the fan (spinner) must be entered using the following procedure: 98-05018 R2 B A-1 A-2 ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. A. Set the console to the following positions; A-3 ON SET- UP Fan RPM % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM Area Speed Scan Total Applied Impl. Width Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR The current Fan Calibration number is displayed. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 B. Use the INC./DEC. switch to set this number to the desired value.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 A-2 A-1 B ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate Fan RPM Total Applied Area Entering The Rate Sensor Calibration Number Enter this calibration number into the console using the procedure that follows. A-3 A. Set the console to the following positions: Impl. Width Speed Scan Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS 1. Power ON 2. Mode Selector SET-UP 3. Display Selector Total Applied 4.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 to get an accurate measurement but be careful to keep the conveyor running full. As an example: if the truck scale reads in 20 lb. (10 Kg.) increments, at least 1000 lbs. (500Kg.) must be discharged to be able to calibrate within 2%. Set & C up al. D. Weigh the truck and load and record this weight. Back up to a location where you can safely unload the material through the conveyor. E. Reset the Total Applied accumulator (see page 211). F.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 If the weight displayed on the console is greater than the weight actually measured, the calibration number will increase. J. Turn the Mode Selector to SET-UP and use the INC./DEC. switch to change the Spreader Constant. (REMEMBER, IF SPLIT DRIVE IS ACTIVE, THE BOOMS MUST BE ON.) Turn the booms OFF and switch the Mode Selector back to OPERATE, the corrected Indicated Amount will be displayed. If this number does not match the actual amount, check the calculation.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 B. Select the desired time using the INC/DEC switch. C. Exit this set-up mode by moving the Display Selector to another position, the Mode Selector to OPERATE, or turning the console OFF and back ON. Mid-Tech Mid-Tech 2-25 Set & C up al. NOTE: The “Auto Power Down Feature is only available on the CE version of the console (CE designation label on back of console).
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98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Chapter 3 Operation Normal Start-up and Operation I t is important to verify that the control console is programmed correctly before beginning operations each day. Refer to Chapter 2 to review the procedures for entering this information. Op era te A. CONSTANTS: Verify that the proper Distance, Flow/ Rate Sensor, and Boom/Spread Width constants are still entered in the console.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Changing Active Boom Sections T BOOM CONTROL SWITCHES MASTER OFF GSO ¨ ON MID-TECH AUTO MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. OFF Fig. 3-1. Boom Section Switches he active boom sections can be changed at any time using Boom switches, similar to those seen at the top of Fig. 3-1. The control system, automatically adjusts the flow rate as individual boom sections are activated or deactivated. When the Master switch (or all Boom switches) is turned OFF, the application stops.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Select "INC" twice Select "% Rate" ON ® OPERATE INC. MID-TECH OFF SET- UP DEC. MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Product Vol. Fan RPM Area Speed Scan %Rate Appl. Rate Total Applied Width Distance PSI/Prime Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR Alt.-Rate Rate Controller Standard Rate OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The new application rate is maintained until a further activation of the INC./DEC. switch requires additional change, or a different position is selected with the Display Selector.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 A-2 A-1 A. Set the console switches to the following positions: C ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. 1. Power 2. Mode Selector 3. Display Selector % Rate Product Vol. Application Rate Total Area Total Applied Field Area Impl. Width Speed Scan ON OPERATE PSI/Prime A-3 Distance Prime B. Five dashes (- - - - -) appear on the display. (If in pressure based mode the display reads Pr - - -.) Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C. Hold the INC./DEC.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 D. When the vehicle hydraulics are engaged, the conveyor operates at maximum speed. This procedure is useful for rapid unloading of the vehicle. E. To return to normal operation, hold the INC./ DEC. switch down for three to five seconds or move the Display Selector switch away from the PSI/Prime position.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Examples: GSO Switch "GSO Speed" Ground Speed Speed controlled to "OFF" "OFF" "ON" "ON" 5 mph 5 mph 5 mph 5 mph 6 mph 4 mph 6 mph 4 mph 6 mph 4 mph 6 mph 5 mph Mid-Tech Mid-Tech CE & STANDARDVERSION CAUTION: When traveling at a speed slower than the GSO speed setting, this feature will cause the product to be applied at a rate consistent with the GSO speed, rather than the true ground speed.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE MID-TECH recommends the following maintenance to keep your Control System operating at peak efficiency. Flushing and Cleaning ) As a general rule, MID-TECH recommends the following. Do not leave chemicals in the applicator overnight. The system should be cleaned at the end of each day's operation.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 recommends recording the current calibration numbers in a convenient location and checking them daily, before operating the sprayer. The last page of this manual provides space for recording this information. Mid-Tech Mid-Tech WARNING: Always disconnect all Mid-Tech power cables, at the battery, when welding on the sprayer. Serious damage can result if left connected during these times.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 CONVEYOR RATE SENSOR (Granular Application) P rior to each day's operation, check the restraining strap to make sure it is securely attached to the sensor. Some installations require two restraining straps mounted at right angles to each other. This keeps the sensor from emitting false signals to the control console.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 TIP), along with the solvent, to avoid wear to the contact. Mid-Tech Mid-Tech Mid-Tech Mid-Tech If your connectors become damaged or worn out, contact your MID-TECH supplier for a replacement connector kit. MID-TECH strongly recommends replacement of damaged cables as soon as possible. Once the cable insulation is damaged, moisture and chemicals can work their way under the insulation and cause corrosion of the conductor resulting in continued problems with the cable.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting - Error Messages Trouble shooting of the Mid-Tech control system begins when the control console senses a problem or inconsistency in the system. When this happens, the control console alerts the operator with a visual and audible alarm. The following charts present the error messages that may appear on the display and possible causes and remedies.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Err 1 Pump L (Cont.) Strainer or nozzle screens plugged. Err 2 Not a diagnostic function in the TASC 6100 console. Err 3 Pump L Console is not receiving pulses from the flow sensor. Check for actual spraying at nozzles. Clean screens. Pressure LOW, main strainer; Pressure HIGH, nozzle screens. Contact your MID-TECH dealer if you see this message on a TASC 6100 controller. No flow in the product line. Main supply tank is empty. Refill tank. Leak in main feed line.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Check cables, from “Flow Control” port on back of console, to valve for bad connections, abrasions, and pinched or broken wires. Err 3 Pump L (Cont.) Boom valves are not opening. Check for blown fuses Check cables, from “Boom Interface” port on back of console, to valves for bad connections, abrasions, and pinched or broken wires. Flow in the product line. Check for blockage of the flow meter rotor. Err 5 Pump L Not a diagnostic function in the TASC 6100.
98-05018 R2 Err E TASC 6100 Memory error. This is often the result of a poor battery connection. OFLO Value to be displayed on console exceeds the maximum allowable size. Err L The vehicle electrical system voltage has fallen below about 10.0 VDC. Hold down the decrease switch until the alarm stops. Check for any constants that may have been set to zero and re-enter the correct values. (See Chapter 2) Hold down the decrease switch until the display resets to zero.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 GRANULAR ERROR MESSAGES Mid-Tech Mid-Tech FIRST check the battery connections!! Err 0 A required constant is set to zero. This can be caused by poor power connections at the battery. Err 0, Pump C and Cal#: reenter rate sensor Cal# (Spreader Constant). Err 0, Dist. Cal#: reset distance Cal#. Err 0, Boom #: reset boom widths (including boom width C). Servo valve is fully open, traveling too fast for desired application. Slow down. Hydraulic strainer plugged.
98-05018 R2 Err 3 Pump C TASC 6100 Conveyor is not running. Turn hydraulic system ON. Check for correct operation of hydraulic valves feeding the conveyor motor. Check clutch if applicable. Clear blockage in hydraulic oil lines. Check Flow control and Boom connections on the back of the console. Secure if loose. Conveyor runs but no rate sensor signals registered. Check continuity of wiring and connectors. Test rate sensor and replace if faulty. Err 4 Not a diagnostic function in the TASC 6100.
Err E Incorrect switch sequence is selected on the console. Consult Operator's Manual for the correct switch sequence. Memory error. Hold down the decrease switch until the alarm stops. Check to see which constants have been set to zero and reenter the correct values. This is often the result of a poor battery connection. OFLO Err L Value to be displayed exceeds the maximum allowable size. Hold down the decrease switch until the display re-sets to zero.
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98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 CHAPTER 6 EMERGENCY OPERATION I f the operator is experiencing a failure of the ground speed sensor, the main flow control valve, or the flow or rate sensor, the first step is to carefully check the wiring harnesses for obvious problems and follow the suggested troubleshooting advice outlined in chapter 5.0 of this manual.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 C. Prepare the sprayer 1. Mode Selector switch OPERATE 2. Rate switch Desired position (Standard Rate/Alt.-Rate) 3. GSO switch ON 4. Drive toward the desired swath, accelerating to normal application speed (as close as possible to the GSO speed value). Alt.-Rate Standard Rate OFF C-2 D. Start Spraying - As the vehicle reaches the start of the desired swath, turn booms ON and begin applying.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 A. With the vehicle stopped A-3 A-2 1. All boom sections OFF 2. Power ON 3. Mode Selector OPERATE 4. Display Selector Application Rate 5. Rate Switch Standard Rate 6. Use the INC/DEC switch to set an application rate of 0.0. B. Disconnect the flow control valve at the cable disconnect.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 F. The console cannot automatically adjust for changes in boom widths. If booms are shut off, pressure must be reset. Volumes and areas accumulate normally. Speed reads correctly. FLOWMETER OR PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE T his procedure is very similar to operating without the flow control valve except the flow control valve is controlled using a manual override procedure. A. With the vehicle stopped: MASTER A-1 OFF ON MI A-4 A-3 A-6 ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 3. Adjust the boom pressure using the INC./ DEC. switch on the control console. INC. will open the flow control valve and DEC. will close the valve. 4. Once the desired pressure is attained, turn all boom sections OFF. D. Drive to the area to be covered. When the vehicle reaches the starting point of the desired swath, turn on the appropriate boom switches and the sprayer starts to spray.
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98-05018 R2 APPENDIX A - SYSTEM DIAGRAMS TASC 6100 Appendix A Ap pnd x-A System Diagrams A-1 CE & STANDARD VERSION
CE & STANDARD VERSION A-2 + White Vehicle Battery (12 Volts) Fig. A1 - Typical Flow/Pressure Based Wiring Diagram Flow Meter Flow Control Valve Black nd #405-0044 PRESSURE SENSOR 120-0032 or Flowmeter Interface Cable #405-0143 d ee Sp Valve Interface Cable Battery cable #45-05037 Mid-Tech Compact Radar 120-0000-KIT Gr ou TASC-6100 Fuse,(10 amp) Fuse,(5 amp) Included w/114-0020 console #401-0010 Console Power Cable Rate Controller Flow Control Cable MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
A-3 Ap Quick Fill (OPTIONAL) Carrier Pump Bypass Line M Sparge Line (OPTIONAL) In-Line Filter Fig. A 2. Typical Flow/Pressure Based Plumbing Diagram CE & STANDARD VERSION pnd x-A or Boom Valves s s s To Booms M-T 94048 Sparge Control Valve (Manual or Electric) Flow Meter Pressure Sensor Regulated Line MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. - SPRINGFIELD ILL. - Ph.
CE & STANDARD VERSION A-4 Fig. A 3. Typical TASC 6100 Granular System Wiring Diagram Vehicle Battery (12 Volts) + White Fuse,(5 amp) Fuse,(10 amp) Console Power Cable 401-0010 Incl. w/console 360 SLOT SENSOR 120-0009 Valve Driver Interface Cable 405-0143 Battery cable #45-05037 MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 97191 30 GPM Hyd. Valve 35-02024 Black Mid-Tech Compact Radar 120-0000-KIT TASC-6100 Rate Controller MID-TECH MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
A-5 Ap Test Speed Distance PSI/Prime Width Appl. Rate Total Applied DEC. INC. B A MANUAL MODE A+B C UP DELAY LOW SET ZERO CAL. DOWN DELAY SETUP DISPLAY SELECTOR HIGH SET PSI LOCAL CONTROL INVALID CONSOLE DATA #405-0069 DATALINK INTERFACE â S/N: P/N: 78-05000 PORT B DEC. INC. 1 VALVES VALVES 45-05025 Boom Driver Module 78-05000 AUTOMATIC TIP CONTROL MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 VALUES DISPLAYED BY TASC 6100 FILL OUT BEFORE CALLING FOR FASTER SERVICE SOFTWARE VERSION: ____________________ Number displayed when console first powers up; e.g. 1.20 MODE SWITCH SETTING OPERATE SET-UP AREA FAN RPM PRODUCT VOL. % RATE APPLICATION RATE TOTAL APPLIED IMPL.
98-05018 R2 Appendix B - System Overview TASC 6100 Appendix B Ap pn dx- B System Overview B-1 CE & STANDARD VERSION
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Appendix B SYSTEM OVERVIEW How The TASC 6100 Controls Application Rate T he TASC 6100 system is designed as a control ler for both liquid and granular application. There are two independent programs in the console, one for liquid and one for granular. The operator can select either program with a simple switch activation. Calibration constants that are set in the granular program stay in memory, even if the corresponding constants are changed in the liquid program.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 rate, active boom width, and ground speed are made approximately four times each second and any necessary flow rate corrections are made as soon as the need is detected. High speed microprocessors and high resolution sensors are used in the TASC 6100 system to allow it to control the carrier application rate precisely. ON ® OPERATE INC. MID-TECH OFF SET- UP MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Product Vol. Fan RPM %Rate Area Speed Scan DEC. Appl.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 The third control console function is to keep the operator informed of the status of the applicator. The control console continually monitors the flow rate, vehicle ground speed and swath width, and immediately warns the operator if the system can no longer maintain accurate application. The warnings are both visual and audible, to attract immediate attention.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 number of revolutions. The TASC 6100 System counts the revolutions of the impeller very accurately, allowing the console to calculate the exact flow rate of the liquid in the applicator supply line. C B A Sometimes an applicator is already equipped with a flowmeter. Existing flowmeters can usually be adapted to work with the TASC 6100 system, as long as the flowmeter measures the total liquid flow to the booms.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 The flow control valve may be a straight through valve, or a three port Auto-Range® type valve (poly or stainless), controlling the liquid flow directly, or it may be a hydraulic valve, controlling the speed of a hydraulic motor driving the liquid pump or granular conveyor. Fig. B-7. Flow Control Valve Sometimes an applicator is already equipped with an electronically controlled flow control valve.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 console and usually receives 12 VDC power from the vehicle's accessory electrical circuit. BOOMS SPEED / BOOMS 1 Manual Mode B A+B A A U T O UP DELAY C LOW SET BOOMS A+B+C HIGH SET SPEED TEST DOWN DELAY 2 44 3 INC. ® SETUP MASTER MID-TECH ZERO OFF CAL. PSI 5 ON MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. TIP SELECTOR DISPLAY SELECTOR DEC. AUTOMATIC TIP CONTROL Fig. B-9.
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98-05018 R2 Appendix C - Glossary/Tables TASC 6100 Appendix C Ap pn dx- C Glossary/Tables C-1 CE & STANDARD VERSION
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Glossary The definitions in this glossary are worded to fit the needs of this manual only and may not apply to all sprayer operations in general. Auto-Range® Valve - A three port valve which controls both the main liquid flow and bypass flow. Boom - An application width that is assigned a value and is used to calculate area. Boom Section - A complete boom or part of a boom that can be turned on or off independent of other boom sections.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Standard Flowmeters - Each standard flowmeter has a standard range that it can accurately measure. To change ranges requires changing flowmeters. Rapid Check Flowmeters - Similar to a standard flowmeter but has several different “inserts”, each with a different effective range, that can be installed. To change the range of the flowmeter just remove one insert and insert one having the desired flow range. GSO - Ground Speed Override is a minimum application speed.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 Product – Refers to the material that is to be metered and therefore controlled by the Control Console. This material can be grouped into the following categories: Liquid – Includes, but is not limited to, liquid fertilizer, liquid fertilizer with chemical, water, water with chemical, liquid lime, deicing solutions, salt solutions, liquid manure, etc. Chemical – Includes, but is not limited to, herbicide, liquid fertilizer, spray adjuvants, fungicides, insecticide, etc.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 USEFUL FORMULAS Noz. Press. = [(Rate x Speed x Noz.Spacing) / (GPM40 x 939.2)]2 Where; Rate = GPA , Speed = MPH, Noz. Spacing = Inches and GPM40 = Noz.Flow @ 40 PSI GSOP. Min = [GPM40 x 939.2 x (PMin)1/2] / (Noz. Spacing x GPA) GSO(10 PSI) = (GPM40 x 2970) / (Noz. Spacing x Rate) GSO(15 PSI) = (GPM40 x 3637.5) / (Noz. Spacing x Rate) Where; GSO = Speed to Maintain a Min. Press(PMin), Rate = GPA, Noz. Spacing = Inches and GPM40 = Noz.
98-05018 R2 TASC 6100 CALIBRATION NUMBERS Booms: 1. _____ 3. _____ 5. _____ 7. _____ 9. _____ 2. _____ 4. _____ 6. _____ 8. _____ C.
