MID-TECH MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. TASC 6200/6500 TOTAL APPLICATION CONTROL SYSTEM USER GUIDE PN - 98-05019 Rev - 1 CE & STANDARD VERSION ® Flow RATE ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. MID-TECH -Ac MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. . RATE CONTROL CHANNELS Gal./ L & CHEMICALS Appl. Rate Vol. Applied %Rate CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol. Applied Area Width Speed Distance Fan RPM Scan Test Speed TASC-6500 CHEMICAL APPLICATORS DISPLAY SELECTOR Alt.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 CHANGES DATE 05/15/00 REVISION # 1 DESCRIPTION New Manual - CE Console SW VERSION 2.62 Mid-Tech, Auto-Range, & TASC are all registered trademarks of Midwest Technologies, Inc.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................................. III INTRODUCING TASC FOR THE NEW GENERATION APPLICATORS .............................................................. 1-1 1.0 SWITCHES AND CONTROLS ............................................................................................................................... 1-2 1.
98-0501 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 3.0 OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................................. 3-1 3.1 NORMAL START UP AND OPERATION .................................................................................................... 3-1 3.1.1 CALIBRATION NUMBERS AND CONSTANTS ............................................................................... 3-1 3.1.2 APPLICATION RATES .................
TASC 6200/6500 98-05019 Rev- 1 MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. TASC 6200/6500 SPREADER CONTROL ® Flow RATE ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. MID-TECH -Ac MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. . RATE CONTROL CHANNELS Gal./ L & CHEMICALS Appl. Rate Vol. Applied %Rate CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol. Applied Area Width Speed Distance Fan RPM Scan Test Speed TASC-6500 CHEMICAL APPLICATORS DISPLAY SELECTOR Alt.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 1.0 SWITCHES AND CONTROLS The figure below shows the switches and displays on the TASC 6500 Control Console. The TASC 6200 Console is the same with the exception of the Chemical Applicator Product Switches. Power Switch Display Mode Selector Switch ® Flow RATE ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. Increase/Decrease switch MID-TECH -Ac MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. . RATE CONTROL CHANNELS Gal./ L & CHEMICALS Appl. Rate Vol. Applied %Rate CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol.
TASC 6200/6500 98-05019 Rev- 1 1.4.1 DISPLAY SELECTOR FUNCTIONS-OPERATE MODE OPERATE ® Flow RATE MID-TECH SET- -Ac ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. UP MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. . RATE CONTROL CHANNELS Gal./ al./ L & CHEMICALS Appl. Rate Vol. Applied %Rate Width Speed Appl. Rate Vol. Applied 1 2 %Rate Test Speed CARRIER DISPLAY SELECTOR Rate Appl.Alt.Rate ON L 3 Distance Fan RPM Scan RATE CONTROL CHANNELS TASC-6500 L &APPLICATORS CHEMICALS CHEMICAL CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 1.4.2 DISPLAY SELECTOR FUNCTIONS-SET-UP MODE OPERATE ® Flow RATE ON INC. OPERATE MID-TECH -Ac SET- UP OFF DEC. MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. . SET- UP RATE CONTROL CHANNELS Gal./ ./ L & CHEMICALS Appl. Rate Vol. Applied %Rate CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol. Applied Area Width Speed Distance Fan RPM Scan Test Speed TASC-6500RATE CONTROL CHANNELS CHEMICAL APPLICATORS L & CHEMICALS 1 Appl. Rate Vol. Applied 2 3 Alt.
TASC 6200/6500 98-05019 Rev- 1 1.5 BOOM SECTION "ON/OFF" INDICATORS The boom section on/off indicators show which boom sections have been selected. There is a maximum of nine boom sections available. When a boom section is selected, its indicator light will light. 1.6 FLOW CONTROL CHANNELS, PRODUCT SWITCHES Two channels on the TASC are designated as flow control channels only. Both are designed to operate positional control valves.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 1.9 GROUND SPEED OVERRIDE SWITCH An optional ground speed override (GSO) switch can be used to temporarily operate the system using a pre-selected minimum speed. GSO brings the applicator on line quickly when starting from a dead stop and can also be used to maintain a minimum application rate when maneuvering the vehicle at very low ground speeds (Actual application rate, based on actual ground speed, is displayed).
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 2.0 CALIBRATION AND SET UP NOTE: PLEASE READ THROUGH THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE YOU BEGIN CALIBRATION! In order to control accurately, the TASC console requires certain information about your system, such as application rates, boom widths, test speed, etc.. Next, the rate sensor and ground speed sensor must be calibrated. 2.1 U.S. OR METRIC UNITS The control console is capable of displaying two different units of measure, US and Metric. 2.1.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 Power OFF Mode selector SET-UP Display selector DISTANCE B. Turn the rate selector switches, for any channels (1,2 or 3) that you want to set to non-peristaltic to "ON". C. Turn the rate selector switches, for any channels (1,2 or 3) that you want to set to FLOW MODE, to "ALTERNATE RATE". Any channels left "OFF" will be set to the peristaltic mode. D. Hold the INC/DEC switch down while turning on the TASC power.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 NOTE: Whenever a channel is set to the split drive option, all booms, to be used, must be turned "ON" and have widths entered before the calibration number can be changed. If a boom position will not be used it must be set to 0. 2.4 SETTING APPLICATION RATES Each TASC channel can maintain a constant, preset application rate. To do this, the operator must enter the desired application rates. 2.4.1 SETTING C CHANNEL APPLICATION RATE A.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 B. Use the INC/DEC switch to set the desired rate. Example, 64.0 for 64 Fluid Oz. (2 qts.) per acre. NOTE: The Mode Switch must be moved back to OPERATE for the new rate to be registered by the console. C. Repeat with the Product Switch set to ALT-RATE. This will establish an alternate rate. D. Program the remaining channels, one at a time, using the procedure outlined in steps A through C above. NOTE: Set the rates for granular co-applicators in Lbs/acre (Kg./Ha.).
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 booms are turned OFF. HOLD is useful in maintaining pressure to the boom shut-off valves on a liquid control channel. To check or change the valve response, use the following procedure: A. Set the console switches as shown: Power Mode selector Display selector Booms Product L, C, 1, 2, or 3 ON SET-UP SCAN OFF ON (CENTER) (one at a time) The display will read HOLD or CLOSE. The response can be changed using the INC switch. (Hold the INC switch up until the display changes.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 2.9 SETTING BOOM WIDTHS TASC automatically compensates for changes in the swath width, caused by changing active boom sections. To do this, it is necessary for the operator to define the boom widths using the following procedure. A. Set the Console switches to the following positions; Power Mode Selector Display Selector All Boom Switches (external) ON SET-UP WIDTH OFF The display cycles through each boom position and displays its current width. B.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 place to maneuver the vehicle. The longer the distance, the more accurate the test. C. Drive to the starting point and STOP. Make sure all booms are OFF. Turn ON the TASC power switch. D. Turn the display selector to DISTANCE and put the mode selector in SET-UP. The TASC displays the current distance calibration number. Record this number for reference. E.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 C. Set an application rate similar to one you would use in the field (see 2.4.1). Zero the accumulated volume for Channel C (see 3.1.4). D. Set a normal field speed into the TEST SPEED position (see 3.7). Select TEST SPEED and OPERATE mode. Turn the channel C product switch and the booms ON. The machine will begin to discharge product. E. Discharge enough material to get an accurate measurement.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 pulses per gallon. If the system uses a flow meter to sense the liquid flow, use the following chart to get the initial calibration number for the flow meter you have installed. SIZE .75 inch 1.00 inch 1.50 inch 2.00 inch SUPPLIER (Mid-Tech) (Mid-Tech) (Mid-Tech) (Mid-Tech) CAL.# 396.9 153.1 38.8 23.8 SIZE 3.00 inch SUPPLIER (Mid-Tech) CAL.# 5.0 1.25 inch 3.00 inch (Raven) (Raven) 75.0* 16.4* * Raven flow meters, use the factory calibration number divided by 10.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 IF IT IS NOT CONVENIENT TO CONDUCT AN ACTUAL CATCH TEST, FIELD EXPERIENCE WILL ALLOW YOU TO FINE TUNE THE L CHANNEL CALIBRATION NUMBER. IF CHANNEL L IS APPLYING TOO MUCH, DECREASE THE CALIBRATION NUMBER BY THE SAME PERCENTAGE AS THE OVER APPLICATION. IF CHANNEL L IS APPLYING TOO LITTLE (YOU HAVE MATERIAL LEFT OVER) INCREASE THE CALIBRATION NUMBER BY THE SAME PERCENTAGE AS THE UNDER APPLICATION. 2.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 A. Use the following switch settings to start the calibration: Power Mode selector Display Selector Product Switch 1, 2 or 3 All booms ON SET-UP L & CHEMICALS, VOL. APPLIED ON (one at a time) OFF TASC displays the current calibration number for the channel selected. Adjust the number using the INC/DEC switch. Record the number for reference. B. Divert the output of the selected channel to an appropriate catch container.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 A. Use the following switch settings to start the calibration (Be sure to set the proper product density. See section 2.4.4) Power Mode selector Display Selector Product Switch 1, 2 or 3 All booms ON SET-UP L & CHEMICALS, VOL. APPLIED ALT RATE POSITION (Select only one channel at a time) ON (for observing split drive channels) TASC displays the current calibration number for the channel selected. Adjust the number using the INC/DEC switch. Record the number for reference.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 A. Use the following switch settings to adjust the Auto Power down time: Power Mode selector Display selector Hold the INC switch OFF SET-UP % Rate UP while turning the power on The display will show the current Auto Power Down time. 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.
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98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 ® Flow RATE ON OPERATE INC. OFF SET- UP DEC. MID-TECH -Ac MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. . RATE CONTROL CHANNELS Gal./ L & CHEMICALS Appl. Rate Vol. Applied %Rate CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol. Applied Area Width Speed Distance Fan RPM Scan Test Speed TASC-6500 CHEMICAL APPLICATORS DISPLAY SELECTOR Alt.Rate ON 1 2 3 L C 1 OFF 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS 3.0 OPERATION The TASC console is designed to operate automatically.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 3.1.8 STOP APPLYING Reaching the end of the field, turn the booms OFF. The application stops. After the vehicle has turned, switch the booms back ON to continue application. 3.2 GROUND SPEED OVERRIDE (GSO) An optional ground speed override switch can be used to operate the machine using the GSO speed. Ground speed override is used to bring the applicator channels on line quickly when starting from a dead stop.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 The programmed rates and alternate rates can be viewed with the vehicle stopped, booms OFF, and the TASC console in the OPERATE or SET-UP modes. Turn the display selector to L & CHEMICALS, APPL. RATE and select one of the product switches 1,2,3 or L. Switching the rate selection switch for that channel between ON and ALT-RATE displays both preset rates. To view the rates set for the C product, turn the display selector switch to CARRIER, APPL.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 3.6 MANUAL OVERRIDE OF CONTROL VALVE Sometimes it is necessary to manually override the control valves. This feature is useful for stationary unloading of the vehicle or for priming of the liquid pump when first starting the machine. TASC allows the control valves on flow channels to be overridden easily. 3.6.1 OVERRIDE CHANNEL C CONTROL Select the CARRIER-Appl. Rate position with the Display Selector switch while in the SET-UP mode with all booms OFF.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 4.0 MAINTENANCE Maintenance is a matter of common sense. Here are a few tips. P SOA 4.1 FLUSHING AND CLEANING It is important to keep the chemical applicator clean. Chemicals are becoming more and more potent and environmental considerations are becoming more demanding. Keeping the equipment clean also makes it easier to maintain the vehicle and increases its working life. Always refer to the chemical manufacturer's directions regarding cleaning and flushing.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 4.3 GROUND SPEED SENSOR 4.3.1 WHEEL SENSOR Check the sensor daily for loose or bent fittings. Mud or trash can push the sensor out of alignment or knock magnets off. Repair or replace any damaged parts immediately and calibrate the sensor. 4.3.2 RADAR SENSOR Check the sensor daily to make sure its face is clean and the mounting bracket and hardware is tight. The sensor can be wiped clean with a damp cloth.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 4.7 ROTATIONAL SENSORS Periodically check rotational sensors to make sure that they are secured tightly to the shafts being measured. Also check the torsion strap on slotted disc sensors to be sure it is not damaged or loose. Be sure the mounting brackets for proximity sensors have not been bent or damaged. Replace any damaged parts immediately and calibrate the associated channel. 4.8 MID-TECH PERISTALTIC LIQUID INJECTION PUMPS (TASC 6500 ONLY) 4.8.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 BE CAREFUL THAT WATER OR SEDIMENT IS NOT TRAPPED IN THE INJECTION PUMP, PARTICULARLY IN COLD WEATHER, AS DAMAGE TO THE MECHANISM MAY OCCUR. 4.9.1 SEASONAL Calibrate the pump at the start of each season. 4.9.2 PERIODIC Check calibration whenever it is suspected the system accuracy has deteriorated. 4.10 WIRING HARNESS Inspect the external cabling for abrasion, stretched or pinched wires.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 5.0 TASC ERROR MESSAGES, COMMON CONDITIONS AND SOLUTIONS FIRST Check the battery connections, this is the MOST common fault. ERROR CODE Err 0 CAUSE REMEDY A required constant is set to zero. Sometimes this is caused by poor power connections at the battery. Err 0, Pump ?: reset Cal# for that channel. An Err 0, Pump C shuts down the TASC system. On any other channel, only the affected channel is shut down. Err 0, Dist. Cal#: reset distance Cal#.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 TASC ERROR MESSAGES, COMMON CONDITIONS AND SOLUTIONS FIRST Check the battery connections, this is the MOST common fault. ERROR CODE CAUSE REMEDY feed roller motor. Clear as necessary. Err 1 PUMP-1,2, 3 Granular bins (Cont.) Err 1 PUMP-1,2, 3 Liquid pumps Check motor connections, contacts and brushes for dirt or corrosion. May not be getting full electrical power to the feed roller motor. Pump running at 100% power, cannot meet target rate.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 TASC ERROR MESSAGES, COMMON CONDITIONS AND SOLUTIONS FIRST Check the battery connections, this is the MOST common fault. ERROR CODE CAUSE REMEDY Check for air lock in the product pump, causing no output. Purge pump using the VALVE OVERRIDE function. Err 3 PUMP-L (Cont.) Clear blockage in product strainer. Clear blockage of the flow meter rotor. If there is flow in the product line but no flow meter signals registered. Test flow meter sensor, replace if faulty.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 TASC ERROR MESSAGES, COMMON CONDITIONS AND SOLUTIONS FIRST Check the battery connections, this is the MOST common fault. ERROR CODE Err 3 PUMP-1,2, 3 Granular bins (Cont.) (Requires "All Booms OFF", "Imp. Status OFF", or "zero ground speed" to clear) Err 3 PUMP-1, 2, 3 Liquid injection pumps CAUSE Roller turns for 10 to 15 seconds and stops. Console is receiving no signals from the rate sensor.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 TASC ERROR MESSAGES, COMMON CONDITIONS AND SOLUTIONS FIRST Check the battery connections, this is the MOST common fault. ERROR CODE CAUSE REMEDY This is often this is caused by loss of power to the valve. Check, at the valve connector, for the proper voltages during the OPEN and CLOSE commands to the valve. Replace faulty wiring or valve as necessary.
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98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 6.0 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES has gone to great lengths to make the TASC System as foolproof and reliable as possible. However, we recognize that things break from time to time, despite our best efforts.
98-0501 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 B. Remove the fuse for the flow control valve at the cable disconnect. If the valve has failed in an open position, allowing sufficient flow to pass to keep a good pattern at the nozzles, no further action is needed to adjust the valve. If the valve has failed in a closed or nearly closed position, it will be necessary to remove the electric actuator assembly and manually rotate the valve stem to an open position. BE CAREFUL. MARK THE VALVE POSITION TO START.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 6.4 APPLICATION RATE SENSOR FAILURE (GRANULAR APPLICATION) The TASC Spreader System, suffering a rate sensor failure, can be operated in a manner similar to the previously described sprayer failure (section 6.3). NOTE: If you are operating under GPS, first return the console to Local Control as described in the note in section 6.2. A. Turn the Conveyor Switch OFF, so that no boom lights are lit, and stop the vehicle.
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98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 A.
CE & STANDARD VERSION A-2 3 C SET-UP OPERATE Suction Line CarrierTank AUTO L L & CHEMICALS TASC 6500 2 ON OFF CARRIER DEC. INC.
RADAR 120-0000-KIT TASC-6500 FAN 3 A 3 2 FAN 3 1 A-3 2 L 3 1 C INC. DEC. 2 3 Width 8 9 105-0105 Bin driver POWER 6 7 DISPLAY SELECTOR 4 5 L C BOOM Fan RPM Distance Scan Area Test Speed CARRIER Vol. Applied Appl. Rate Speed %Rate RATE CONTROL CHANNELS SET- UP OPERATE Appl. Rate Vol. Applied L & CHEMICALS BOOMS 1 ON OFF 2 105-0105 Bin driver 1 OFF ON Alt.Rate TASC 6500 114-0005 MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 A.4 FUSES AND POWER CONNECTIONS (See illustration below) TASC uses the inherent capacitance of the vehicle battery to protect the electronics against voltage spikes and electrical ground reference variations. For this reason: IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT ALL CONNECTIONS BE MADE DIRECTLY TO THE VEHICLE BATTERY. ON VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN ONE BATTERY, ALL CONNECTIONS SHOULD BE MADE TO THE SAME BATTERY. All fuses will be located near the battery connection.
TASC 6200/6500 98-05019 Rev- 1 A.5 USEFUL FORMULAS CARRIER RELATED, (Liquid): 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.
98-05019 Rev- 1 TASC 6200/6500 A.6 FLUID OUNCES CONVERSION TABLE 1/8 Pint = 2 Fluid Ounces 1/4 Pint = 4 Fluid Ounces 1/3 Pint = 5.33 Fluid Ounces 1/2 Pint = 8 Fluid Ounces 2/3 Pint = 10.
TASC 6200/6500 A.7 METRIC / U.S. UNIT CONVERSION CHART 98-05019 Rev- 1 Miscellaneous Conversion factors U.S. to Metric Metric to U.S. 1 Acre = 0.405 Hectares 1 Hectare = 2.471 Acres 1 mile = 1.61 Kilometers 1 Kilometer = .62 Miles 1 Foot = 0.305 Meters 1 Meter = 3.28 Feet 1 Inch = 2.54 Centimeters 1 Centimeter = 0.394 Inches 1 US Gallon = 3.785 Liters 1 Liter = 0.2642 Gallons 1 Fluid Ounce = 29.57 Milliliters 1 Milliliter = 0.034 - Fluid Ounces 1 pound = 0.454 Kilogram 1 Kilogram = 2.
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