MID-TECH ® Midwest Technologies Illinois, LLC TASC 6200/6500 TOTAL APPLICATION SPREADER CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATING MANUAL PN - 999-1511 Revision# -96162 Midwest Technologies Illinois, LLC Springfield, IL 62703
INDEX OF CHANGES DATE DATE CODE 01/10/94 05/20/94 04/11/95 07/14/95 08/21/95 06/10/96 94010 94139 95090 95195 95233 96162 DESCRIPTION Software Ver 1.5 update, Entire Manual Software Ver 2.2 update, Entire Manual Minor corrections, reformate entire manual Software Ver 2.5 update, Entire Manual Cal. Constants 6-12, Fld cal Gran.
TASC 6200/6500 TABLE OF CONTENTS 999-1511 INDEX OF CHANGES ....................................................................................................................................... 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 3 1.0 INTRODUCING TASC FOR THE NEW GENERATION SPREADERS .......................................................... 5 TASC 6500 SYSTEM DIAGRAM ..................
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 5.8 OTHER INJECTION PUMPS .............................................................................................................. 21 5.8.1 SEASONAL: ............................................................................................................................. 21 5.8.2 PERIODIC: ............................................................................................................................... 21 5.9 WIRING HARNESS ...................................
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. TASC 6200/6500 SPREADER CONTROL ON OPERATE INC . OFF SET- UP DEC ¨ MID-TECH Mph MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. RATE CONTROL CHANNELS L & CHEMICALS %Rate Appl. Rate Vol. Applied CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol. Applied Area Speed Scan TASC-6500 CHEMICAL APPLICATORS 2 3 Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR Alt.RATE ON 1 Width Distance Fan RPM L C OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS 1.
A RADAR FAN 3 A 602-0014 6 2 3 1 105-0104 Bin Driver 105-0104 Bin Driver 1 DISCONNECT POINT IN AG-CHEM AIR CYL BOX, OR FRONT OF AIR-MAX BED M 401-0008 BIN SENSOR 120-0008 BIN MOTOR M A A 1 BATTERY 401-0009 A 2 BIN CLUTCHES BIN SENSOR 120-0008 BIN MOTOR NOTE: 602-0014 required for AG-CHEM chassis only. Not installed on LORAL chassis. 401-0010 BOOM INTERFACE NOTE: Shaded areas marked "A" denote accessories which LORAL procures from another supplier.
RADAR A 602-0014 USED ON THE AG-CHEM CHASSIS ONLY, NOT INSTALLED ON THE LORAL CHASSIS. NOTE: BOOM POWER 7 LEFT BOOM - RIGHT BOOM BATTERY 401-0009 + A 120-0101 FLOW METER AIR CLUTCH GROUND SWITCHED +12 VDC WET BOOM VALVE C L GRANULAR SWITCH BOX 105-0015 L C TASC 6200 SYSTEM ON A LORAL AIR MAX WITH WET BOOM OPTION A 401-0010 BOOM INTERFACE CHANNEL L NOTE: Shaded areas marked "A" denote accessories which LORAL procures from another supplier.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 2.0 SWITCHES AND CONTROLS The figure below shows the switches and displays on the TASC Spreader Control. MODE SELECTOR SWITCH POWER SWITCH DISPLAY INCREASE/DECREASE SWITCH ON OPERATE INC . OFF SET- UP DEC ¨ MID-TECH Mph MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. RATE CONTROL CHANNELS L & CHEMICALS %Rate Appl. Rate Vol. Applied Area Speed Scan TASC-6500 CHEMICAL APPLICATORS 2 3 Width Distance Fan RPM Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR SWITCH DISPLAY SELECTOR Alt.
The target application rates (per acre) for channels 1,2,3. The display cycles through the active postions. INC/DEC changes by %. *** The amount per acre to be applied by channels 1,2,3 and L. Each channel must be selected to ON and sequence. Twosetting. rates are ErrAlt-RATE meansinincorrect switch ** programable for each channel. Err will Calibration numbers for applicator positions 1,2,3 and L. be displayed until an applicator position is selected. When channel is non-peristaltic, density is displayed.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 ON OPERATE INC . OFF SET- UP DEC ¨ MID-TECH Mph MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. RATE CONTROL CHANNELS L & CHEMICALS %Rate Appl. Rate Vol. Applied CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol. Applied Area Width Speed Scan TASC-6500 CHEMICAL APPLICATORS Distance Fan RPM Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR Alt.RATE ON 1 2 3 L C CHEMICAL APPLICATOR CHANNELS OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS FLOW CONTROL CHANNELS BOOM SECTION INDICATORS 2.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 Wet Boom MASTER ON BOOM Ground Speed Override MID-TECH ¨ WET BOOMS PUMP ON AUTO OFF MANUAL MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. LEFT OFF AUTO RIGHT BOTH OFF Mid-Tech 105-0015 Switch Box used on LOR*AL Air Max 2.8 BOOM CONTROL SWITCHES Externally mounted boom control switches are necessary for the proper operation of TASC. MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES can provide several optional configurations for these switches to meet differing needs.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 2.10 STATUS SWITCH An externally mounted status switch can be used to turn TASC on and off. So long as this switch is ON (closed) TASC will operate normally. Whenever the switch is OFF (open), TASC will turn off the applicator channels. The intent of the status switch is to control TASC through the normal operation of the vehicle. The status switch may sense the ON/OFF condition of the main applicator or it may sense an implement UP/DOWN condition.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 ON OPERATE INC . OFF SET- UP DEC ¨ MID-TECH Mph MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. RATE CONTROL CHANNELS L & CHEMICALS %Rate Appl. Rate Vol. Applied CARRIER Appl. Rate Vol. Applied Area Speed Scan TASC-6500 CHEMICAL APPLICATORS 2 3 Test Speed DISPLAY SELECTOR Alt.RATE ON 1 Width Distance Fan RPM L C OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 BOOMS 3.0 OPERATION TASC is designed to operate automatically.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 3.1.6 CHECK THE VEHICLE Make sure the hydraulics (or liquid) pumps are engaged and operating normally. 3.1.7 START APPLYING Drive the vehicle toward the application area and turn booms ON to start applying. TASC is automatically controlling application of the selected channels. Area and amounts applied will begin to accumulate. The console will display actual application rates. 3.1.8 STOP APPLYING Reaching the end of the field, turn the booms OFF. The application will stop.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 3.4 CHANGING APPLICATION CHANNELS TASC allows the operator to change the application channels ON THE GO. When an application channel is turned OFF, the flow of material stops and the total accumulator for that channel stops. If any of the other application channels are still active however, the area accumulator will continue to count area. 3.5 CHANGING APPLICATION RATES ON THE GO TASC allows the operator to change the rates of any or all of the application channels ON THE GO.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 3.5.3 CHANGING THE PERCENT RATE OF CHANNELS 1,2,3 AND L SIMULTANEOUSLY TASC allows the operator to change the application rate of channels 1,2,3 and L by a percentage amount using the INC/DEC switch. The change will not affect channel C. The percentage change will affect either the normal or alternate rate of each channel, depending on which has been chosen with the rate selector switch. The operator selects the L & CHEMICALS, APPL. RATE position while in the OPERATE mode.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 3.6.2 OVERRIDE CHANNEL L CONTROL Select the L & CHEMICALS, Appl. Rate position on the display selector switch while in the SET-UP mode. Switch the channel L rate switch to the center ON position. Use the DEC switch to zero the channel L application rate. Switch the mode selector to OPERATE. The display will show "Flow Contl OFF Auto". Channel L flow control valve will now respond to toggling of the INC/DEC switch. INC opens the valve and DEC closes the valve.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 P SOA 4.0 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.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 5.0 MAINTENANCE Maintenance is a matter of common sense. Here are a few tips. 5.1 TASC CONTROL CONSOLE The TASC console requires no maintenance other than general cleanliness and auditing the constants stored in memory. The console can be kept clean by wiping with a damp cloth. Unused connectors should be covered with the dust covers provided. The constants can be monitored by checking each of the calibration constants and each of the desired application rates.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 5.4 HYDRAULIC FLOW CONTROL VALVES The most critical maintenance item for the hydraulic valves is the hydraulic oil filter. Keep the filters clean and always use a good grade of replacement oil. Also do a daily check of the oil cooler heat exchanger to be sure it has a good flow of air. Cool oil last longer and performs better. Some valves have a removable cover over the motor actuator. Be sure the cover is secure and that any gaskets are in place. 5.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 Check the flexible tubing for wear. Look for cracking, side splits or other signs of material fatigue. Damaged tubing must be replaced immediately. When tubing is replaced, the pump should be calibrated. Replacement tubing kits are available through the MID-TECH dealer. 5.7.3 SEASONAL Replace the flexible tubing before application season begins each year. Calibrate the pump at the start of each season. 5.7.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 5.9 WIRING HARNESS Inspect the external cabling for abrasion, stretched or pinched wires. If such a condition is seen, reroute the cabling and wrap it to protect it from further damage. If a broken wire is found, temporarily repair it by stripping the wire back on either side of the break, twisting it together and soldering the connection (USE ONLY ROSIN CORE SOLDER). The bare connection must be well insulated with heat shrinkable tubing or electrical tape.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 6.0 CALIBRATION AND SET UP NOTE: PLEASE READ THROUGH THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE YOU BEGIN CALIBRATION! TASC requires certain information before it is ready to use. First, it needs to know the specific details of your applicator (i.e. Application Rates, Boom Widths, Test Speed, etc.). Next, the conveyor rate and ground speed sensors both need to be calibrated. Finally the other application channels must be calibrated for each installation.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 6.1.3 SETTING ALL OTHER APPLICATION RATES A. Set the console switches to the following positions: Power ON Mode Selector SET- UP Display Selector L & CHEMICALS, APPL. RATE Channel 1,2,3 or L Rate CENTER, ON POSITION The display will show the current standard application rates (Amount/Acre) for each channel. B. Use the INC/DEC switch to set the desired rate. Example, 64.0 for 64 Fluid Oz. (2 qts.) per acre. C. Repeat with the Channel Rate set to ALT-RATE.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 6.2 SETTING THE % RATE CHANGE This feature allows the operator to change application rates ON THE GO. Rates are changed with a simple actuation of the INC/DEC switch. The amount of change each switch actuation makes is proportional to the value set into the %RATE position, (e.g. 20 =20% change in the target rate).
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 6.4 SETTING THE SPLIT DRIVE OPTION Each TASC control channel has the option of operating in either standard or split drive. Split drive is used to control a channel when changes in boom settings do not affect the drive speed of the controlled shaft or motor. An example is a split conveyor with two separate drive motors feeding a two boom granular air delivery applicator.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 6.5 SETTING CHEMICAL APPLICATOR CHANNELS TO PERISTALTIC OR NON-PERISTALTIC (not applicable to 6200) TASC uses a slightly different drive method to power peristaltic or non-peristaltic application channels. The difference is not usually noticeable. If you are not using a peristaltic pump on the control channel however, it is recommended the channel be set to non-peristaltic drive. This tends to give a smoother operation at low rates. A.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 6.7 DISTANCE CALIBRATION The ground speed sensor must be calibrated to ensure accurate application rates. This calibration should be periodically checked, especially if the sensor has been moved or the tires have been changed. 6.7.1 INITIAL CALIBRATION SETTINGS The following settings will be close. Use them for the initial settings so you get an initial reading of distance during the calibration procedure.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 H. Calculate the new calibration number using the formula: (MEASURED DISTANCE ÷ DISPLAYED DISTANCE) X CALIBRATION NUMBER = NEW CALIBRATION NUMBER. (If the distance shown on the console is greater than the measured distance, the calibration number will decrease. Use the INC/DEC switch to change the distance calibration number, in the SET-UP mode, until the displayed distance in the OPERATE mode is the same as the measured distance. RECORD THE DISTANCE CALIBRATION NUMBER HERE 6.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 G. Weigh the truck and load (be sure the driver is included if he was in the truck when it was weighed the first time). The difference between the starting weight and the ending weight is the actual amount discharged by the conveyor. H. To correct the calibration number, use the following formula: (INDICATED WEIGHT ÷ ACTUAL WEIGHT) X SPREADER CONSTANT = NEW SPREADER CONSTANT.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 6.9 CALIBRATING THE LIQUID CHANNEL, L Channel L is typically a liquid control channel and It is necessary to enter a calibrate number in TASC to get an accurate application. The calibrate number is related to the number of sensor pulses per unit of material discharged. A. Use the following switch settings to start the calibration: Power ON Mode selector SET-UP Display selector L & CHEMICALS, VOL. APPLIED Channel L ON TASC will display the current calibration number for channel L.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 H. Set the mode selector switch to SET-UP and change the calibration number using the INC/ DEC switch. Return the mode selector to OPERATE and TASC should display the amount actually measured. The calibration is complete. CALIBRATING WITH WATER WILL BE SUFFICIENT FOR MOST MATERIALS; HOWEVER, FACTORS SUCH AS VISCOSITY AND DENSITY CAN AFFECT THE CALIBRATION. FOR MATERIALS THAT ARE MUCH DIFFERENT THAN WATER, THE CHANNEL SHOULD BE CALIBRATED WITH THE MATERIAL TO BE APPLIED.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 A. Use the following switch settings to start the calibration: Power ON Mode selector SET-UP Display Selector L & CHEMICALS, VOL. APPLIED Channel 1, 2 or 3 ON All booms OFF TASC will display the current calibration number for the channel selected. Change the number using the INC/DEC switch. Record the number for reference. (Remember, if the channel is set for split drive, the booms must be ON to view the calibration number.) B.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 6.10.2 CALIBRATING GRANULAR BIN APPLICATORS You will need to calibrate the feed mechanism of the granular co-applicator bin. Use the initial calibration number supplied by the equipment manufacturer. If an initial number is not available, you can estimate an initial calibration number by dividing the weight discharged during one revolution of the feed mechanism by the number of sensor pulses generated during each revolution.
999-1511 TASC 6200/6500 F. TASC displays the indicated amount discharged. Measure the actual amount discharged and correct the calibration number using the following formula: (MEASURED AMOUNT ÷ INDICATED AMOUNT) X CALIBRATION NUMBER = NEW CALIBRATION NUMBER. If the amount read from the console is greater than the amount actually measured, the calibration number will decrease. G. Set the mode selector switch to SET-UP and enter the corrected calibration number using the INC/DEC switch.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 OOPS! ERROR! WHAT DO WE DO NOW? 7.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING TASC Trouble shooting of the MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES TASC System begins when the TASC Control Console senses a problem or inconsistency in the system. When this happens, TASC alerts the operator by signaling a visible and audible alarm. 7.1 ERROR MESSAGE Err, INVALID SET-UP PROCEDURE TASC will display an Err error message when the switch settings on the console are not compatible.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 7.3 ERROR MESSAGE Err 0, INVALID CONSTANT SET TO ZERO An Error message Err 0 means one of the necessary constants for calibration, application rates, flow meter calibration, ground speed sensor calibration or boom width is erroneously set to a zero value. TASC is therefore unable to resolve a control solution and it indicates an Error. Check the programed values, looking for those set to zero, and enter the correct values as needed.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 7.4.2 ERROR MESSAGE Err-2 An Err-2/Pump ? message indicates that the channel is operating too slowly for an accurate delivery of chemical. In addition, a visual message TOO SLOW will flash on the display. Speeding up the vehicle will usually clear this condition. If this condition cannot be corrected, contact your MID-TECH dealer or the factory for help. 7.4.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 The Err-3/Pump C message indicates TASC is not receiving a signal from the channel C (conveyor) rate sensor. This could indicate a major problem, stop the vehicle, turn off all boom sections and look for the following possible faults. A. The hydraulic flow control valve fails to open. Check for power, ground, and correct polarity. If there is no power at the flow control valve, check the in-line fuse near the positive battery connection.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 7.4.5 ERROR MESSAGE Err-5 The Err-5/Pump C message indicates that the conveyor flow rate is exceeding the target rate and the control valve is not responding to the console's throttling commands. The alarm will activate within 10 to 15 seconds after the flow rate exceeds 15% of target rate and no valve response is indicated. The Err 5 alarm condition will not shut down the spreader.
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.
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.
2 3 C L & CHEMICALS SET-UP OPERATE Suction Line CarrierTank AUTO L ON OFF CARRIER DEC. INC. GRANULAR / LIQUID CONTROLLERS with DATA LINK INTERFACE TASC 6200/6500 GROUND SPEED SENSOR 1 12.
This document is an addendum to revision 96233 of the TASC 6200/6500 operating manual, PN-999-1511. It contains changes that will appear in revision 96162 of the manual Please make the following changes. PAGE 2-2 / "L & Chemicals Appl." - CHANGE TO READ: L & Chemicals Vol. Appl. PAGE 2-2 / "L & Chemicals Rate" - CHANGE TO READ: L & Chemicals Appl. Rate PAGE 2-2 / "L & Chemicals Rate" - CHANGE SECOND COLUMN TO READ: The target application rates (per acre) for channels 1, 2, 3, and L.
TASC 6200/6500 999-1511 MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. WARRANTY INFORMATION WARRANTY MIDWEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
