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Hardi EVRARD ALPHA 2500 User Manual

Hardi EVRARD ALPHA 2500
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EVRARD
GROUPE
HARDI
ALPHA 2500
ALPHA 2500
Reference : 677824
Edition : 01/02
OPERATING and
MAINTENANCE Manual

Table of Contents

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Hardi EVRARD ALPHA 2500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHardi
ModelEVRARD ALPHA 2500
CategoryFarm Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FOREWORD

1- DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR EEC

Declaration of conformity for EEC standards related to the sprayer.

1-1 USING THE SELF-PROPELLED ALPHA

Instructions for using the self-propelled sprayer for its intended purpose.

1-2 DELIVERY REPORT

Details regarding the delivery report and its importance for warranty activation.

2- DESCRIPTION OF ALPHA SPRAYER

2-1 MAIN EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION

Identification and labeling of the main equipment and parts of the sprayer.

2-2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Essential safety precautions and warnings to be observed during operation and maintenance.

2-3 IDENTIFICATION

Information plates and serial number details for identifying the specific sprayer unit.

2-4 CONSOLE DESCRIPTION

Description of the console and instrument panel mounted on the steering column.

2-4-1 STEERING COLUMN MOUNTED INSTRUMENT PANEL

Detailed explanation of the indicators, lamps, and switches on the steering column panel.

2-4-2 CONSOLE

Identification and function of various controls and switches located on the main console.

2-4-3 CAB ACCESSOIRIES

Overview of accessories and controls within the operator's cab.

2-5 DRIVER'S COMFORT

Features and adjustments related to the driver's comfort and seating.

2-5-1 SEAT

Description of the seat's mounting, adjustments, and ergonomic features for driver comfort.

2-5-2 HEATING

Explanation of the cab heating system and its operation using the ventilation unit.

2-5-3 AIR CONDITIONING

Information on the air conditioning unit and its controls for cab climate regulation.

2-6 ENGINE

Information regarding the engine, including access and starting procedures.

2-6-1 ENGINE ACCESS

Procedures for accessing the engine compartment for checks and maintenance.

2-6-2 STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step guide for safely starting the engine, including pre-checks.

2-6-3 ENGINE ACCELERATOR

Description of the engine accelerator control and its function.

2-6-4 STOPPING THE ENGINE

Procedure for safely stopping the engine and applying the parking brake.

2-7 ADVANCE CONTROL

Explanation of the controls for advancing, reversing, and braking the sprayer.

2-7-1 DRIVER'S CONTROL LEVER

How to use the driver's control lever for forward, reverse, and neutral positions.

2-7-2 BRAKE ENGINE

Details on using the engine brake for optimal drive and braking performance.

2-7-3 PARKING BRAKE

Instructions for engaging and disengaging the parking brake for safety.

2-7-4 SPEED SELECTOR

Explanation of the speed selector settings for different field and road conditions.

2-8 WHEEL STEERING

Description of the hydrostatic wheel steering system and its modes.

2-8-1 DESCRIPTION

Overview of the hydrostatic wheel steering system and its operational principles.

2-8-2 TWO WHEEL STEERING

Procedure for operating the sprayer in two-wheel steering mode.

2-8-3 FOUR WHEEL STEERING

Instructions for engaging and using the four-wheel steering function.

2-8-4 TWO WHEELS IN "CRAB" FORMATION

How to operate the sprayer in crab formation for precise maneuvering.

2-9 SPRAY PUMP

Information and warnings regarding the spray pump and its operation.

2-10 BOOM FUNCTIONS

Explanation of boom functions, including safety aspects and control operations.

2-10-1 SAFETY

Critical safety guidelines for operating boom functions, especially during movement.

2-10-2 "JOYSTICK” DESCRIPTION

Identification and function of the joystick controls for boom operation.

2-10-3 "LA” ALUMINIUM BOOM

Procedures for unfolding and folding the "LA" aluminium boom.

2-10-4 "GVA" ALUMINIUM BOOM WITH VARIABLE GEOMETRY

Operating procedures for the "GVA" aluminium boom with variable geometry.

2-11 SPRAY

Details on spray section controls and foam marker operation.

2-11-1 SPRAY SECTIONS SWITCHES

Explanation of individual spray section switches and the main spray control.

2-11-2 FOAM MARKER

Operation of the foam marker for accurate spray application guidance.

3- PREPARATION

3-1 ELECTRIC CIRCUIT

Checks and procedures for the electric circuit, including battery and lighting.

DIESEL TANK

Instructions for filling the diesel tank, including safety precautions.

3-3 HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR

Procedures for checking and filling the hydraulic oil reservoir.

3-5 ENGINE

Key checks for the engine before starting, as per the manual.

3-6 TYRES

Information on tyre pressure and wheel bolt tightening.

3-7 SPRAY

Preparation steps for the spray system, including nozzle fitting and filters.

3-7-1 FITTING THE NOZZLES

Guidance on fitting the correct nozzles for the application.

3-7-2 FILTERS

Checks and maintenance procedures for suction, delivery, and in-line filters.

3-7-3 DRAIN VALVES AND FLOATING GAUGE

Checks for drain valves and the floating gauge function.

3-7-5 PNEUMATIC CIRCUIT (OPTION)

Operation and adjustment of the pneumatic circuit and filter-lubricator unit.

4- SPRAYING

4-1 PRINCIPLE OF CIRCULATION

Explanation of the principles behind normal circulation for spraying.

4-1-1 NORMAL CIRCULATION

Details on the normal circulation configuration for spray delivery.

4-1-2 SEMI-CONTINUOUS CIRCULATION

Explanation of the semi-continuous circulation mode for spray application.

4-1-2 CONTINUOUS CIRCULATION (OPTION)

Description of the continuous circulation mode for spray application.

4-2 DETAILS FOR SPRAYING STAGES

Details on various spraying stages and associated pictograms.

4-2-1 PICTOGRAMS

Explanation of pictograms used to indicate valve operations during spraying.

4-2-2 CIRCULATION NORMAL

Schematic diagram illustrating the normal circulation circuit.

4-2-3 SEMI-CONTINUOUS CIRCULATION

Schematic diagram illustrating the semi-continuous circulation circuit.

4-2-4 CONTINUOUS CIRCULATION

Schematic diagram illustrating the continuous circulation circuit.

MANIFOLD TOP POSITION OF ALPHA

Visual guide to manifold top positions for various spraying operations.

4-3 SPRAYING CIRCUIT OPERATING

Procedures for operating the spraying circuit, including filling and priming.

4-3-1 FILLING THE HAND WASHING TANK AND THE RINSING TANK

Steps for filling the hand washing and rinsing tanks with clean water.

4-3-2 PRIMING THE PUMP

Procedure for priming the spray pump if it becomes empty.

Filling by external suction

Method for filling the tank using external suction.

Filling by means of the main tank

Method for filling the tank using the main tank's contents.

4-3-3 FILLING THE MAIN TANK

Recommendations for filling the main tank before adding products.

4-3-4 ADDING THE PRODUCTS

Safety warnings and procedures for adding chemical products to the tank.

4-3-5 AGITATION OF MAIN TANK

Importance and procedure for agitating the main tank contents before spraying.

4-3-6 SPRAYING

Procedures for programming and executing spraying in different circulation modes.

RADAR UNIT ADJUSTMENT

Instructions for adjusting the radar unit for height and mode selection.

4-3-7 SPRAYING WITH AGITATION

How to perform spraying operations with tank agitation enabled.

4-3-8 SPRAYING WITHOUT AGITATION

Procedure for spraying without agitation, typically with an empty tank.

4-3-9 LOW VOLUME SPRAYING

Using the manual volume-regulating valve for low volume spraying.

4-3-10 RINSING THE BOOM

Steps for rinsing the boom and piping to prevent chemical residue.

4-3-11 TRANSFER

Procedure for transferring tank contents to another external tank.

4-3-12 EMPTYING THE MAIN TANK

Steps for completely emptying the main tank after rinsing.

4-3-13 MAIN TANK RINSING

Process for rinsing the main tank using water from the rinsing tank.

4-3-14 EMPTYING THE RINSING TANK

Procedure for emptying the rinsing tank for cleaning.

4-3-15 EMPTYING THE BOOM PIPING (Clean Cut-off only)

Emptying boom piping using air flow, specific to Clean Cut-off.

5- CARE AND MAINTENANCE

5-1 TABLE OF LUBRICANTS

Table listing elements, capacities, and recommended lubricants.

5-2 MAINTENANCE DURING THE RUNNING-IN-PERIOD

Maintenance schedule for the initial running-in period of the sprayer.

5-3 PERIODIC & PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Overview of periodic and preventive maintenance tasks based on operating hours.

5-3-1 ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Specific maintenance procedures for the DEUTZ engine.

Air filter

Cleaning and replacement of the engine air filter cartridge.

Changing Engine oil

Procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter.

Changing Fuel Filter / Draining Fuel Préfilter

Steps for replacing the fuel filter and draining the pre-filter.

Fuel circuit Venting

Procedure for venting the fuel system after maintenance or running empty.

Fuel Préfilter

Maintenance procedures for the fuel pre-filter.

Fuel Tank

Cleaning and draining the fuel tank.

Safety Cartridge

Replacement of the safety cartridge in the air filter.

Draining Cooling System

Procedures for draining and filling the engine cooling system.

5-3-2 EVERY HOUR

Daily or hourly maintenance checks for the sprayer.

5-3-3 EVETY 10 HOURS OR DAILY

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 10 hours or daily.

Air conditioning Condenser

Cleaning the air conditioning condenser unit.

Air compressed Reservoir

Bleeding condensed water from the air compressed reservoir.

5-3-4 EVERY 50 HOURS

Maintenance checks and tasks required every 50 operating hours.

Diaphragms Pump H463

Lubrication of the diaphragm pump nipple.

Wheels

Re-tightening wheel bolts and checking tyre pressure.

Chassis and Boom

Greasing points on the chassis and boom components.

DG Regulating Valve

Lubrication and maintenance of the DG regulating valve.

TVI REMOTE VALVE

Lubrication and cleaning procedures for the TVI remote valve.

5-3-5 EVERY 100 HOURS

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 100 operating hours.

5-3-6 EVERY 250 HOURS

Maintenance tasks required every 250 operating hours.

Hydraulic Filters

Replacement procedures for hydraulic filter cartridges.

Carbon Cab Filters

Importance and replacement of carbon cab filters for air quality.

Héliflux flowmeter

Maintenance of the Héliflux flowmeter, including bearing checks.

Pentalets

Checking and lubricating diaphragms and pistons in Pentalets.

5-6-7 EVERY 500 HOURS

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 500 operating hours.

5-3-8 EVERY 1000 HOURS OR ANNUAL

Maintenance tasks required every 1000 hours or annually.

Draining the step-up gear case

Procedure for draining and refilling the step-up gear case oil.

Valves and diaphrams

Maintenance of valves and diaphragms, including replacement.

Battery care

Procedures for battery charging and care to ensure readiness.

Cab

Recommendations for cleaning the cab interior and roof.

6- GARAGING

6-1 OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Detailed steps for preparing the sprayer for off-season storage, including antifreeze.

6-2 PREPARATION AFTER OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Procedures for preparing the sprayer for the next season after storage.

7- FAULTS IN OPERATION

7-1 ELECTRIC CIRCUIT

Troubleshooting common faults related to the electric circuit.

7-1-1 FUSES AND RELAY

Identification of fuses and relays and their locations for troubleshooting.

7-1-2 PRINCIPLE WIRING DIAGRAM

Diagram showing the principle wiring layout of the sprayer's electrical system.

7-1-3 AIR CONDITIONING WIRING DIAGRAM

Wiring diagram specific to the air conditioning system.

7-1-4 ENGINE

Troubleshooting common engine problems and their potential causes.

7-1-5 FOUR-WHEELS STEERING

Troubleshooting issues related to the four-wheel steering system.

7-2 HYDRAULIC CIRCUITS

Troubleshooting common problems within the hydraulic circuits.

7-2-1 OIL RESERVOIR ALARM

Actions to take when the hydraulic oil level alarm is activated.

7-2-2 TOWING

Procedures and equipment needed for towing the mobile unit in case of failure.

7-2-3 BOOM CONTROL DISTRIBUTOR

Understanding the boom control distributor and its components.

7-2-4 HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT

Detailed schematic of the sprayer's hydraulic circuit.

7-3 SPRAYING CIRCUIT

Troubleshooting common issues encountered in the spraying circuit.

7-3-1 PUMP DOES NOT PRIME

Solutions for when the spray pump fails to prime.

7-3-2 FOAM FORMS

Causes and solutions for foam formation in the spraying circuit.

7-3-3 NO ADMIXTURE OF PRODUCTS

Troubleshooting issues related to the admixture of products.

7-3-4 INCORRECT SPRAYING

Solutions for incorrect spraying, such as blocked nozzles or pressure issues.

7-3-5 NO SPRAYING

Diagnosis and solutions for situations where spraying is not occurring.

7-3-6 VOLUME/HA CANNOT BE OBTAINED

Troubleshooting incorrect volume per hectare delivery.

7-3-7 REGULOR

Troubleshooting issues with the REGULOR control unit, including display and speed info.

7-3-8 DG4 REGULATING VALVE

Troubleshooting mechanical jamming or faults in the DG4 regulating valve.

7-3-9 WHEEL SENSOR

Checks and troubleshooting for the wheel sensor.

7-3-10 HELIFLUX FLOWMETER

Troubleshooting issues with the HELIFLUX flowmeter.

7-3-11 PRESSURE GAUGE

Troubleshooting false readings or zeroing issues with the pressure gauge.

8- LIST OF MAIN PARTS

Engine

List of main parts related to the engine.

Cab

List of main parts related to the cab.

Speed sensor

List of main parts for the speed sensor system.

Steering ; automatic re-alignment

List of main parts for the steering system.

Fuses

List of main parts related to fuses.

Pneumatic Circuit

List of main parts for the pneumatic circuit.

Spray centrifugal pump

List of main parts for the spray centrifugal pump.

Regulating valve

List of main parts for the regulating valve.

Remote valve

List of main parts for the remote valve.

Flow meter

List of main parts for the flow meter.

Valves

List of main parts related to various valves.

9- TECHNICALS SPECIFICATION

9-1 ENGINE

Technical specifications for the engine, including power and torque.

9-2 TRANSMISSION

Technical specifications for the transmission system.

9-3 SUSPENSION

Technical specifications for the sprayer's suspension system.

9-4 STEERING

Technical specifications for the steering system, including turning radius.

9-5 TRACK

Technical specifications related to the sprayer's track width.

9-6 BRAKES

Technical specifications for the parking and service brake systems.

9-7 CAB

Technical specifications related to the sprayer's cab.

9-8 TYRES

Specifications for available tyre sizes and options.

9-9 TANK AND RESERVOIRS

Capacities of the main tank, rinsing tank, and other reservoirs.

9-10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Specifications for the electrical system components like alternator and battery.

9-11 OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Overall dimensions of the sprayer, including boom length and ground clearance.

9-12 WEIGHT

Weight specifications for the sprayer in empty and full configurations.

9-13 SPRAYING

Technical specifications for the spraying system components.

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