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Summary

Introduction

Warranty Registration

Register your NORAC UC4.5 Spray Height Control System for warranty coverage.

Safety Precautions

Key Features

Non-contact Sensing

Utilizes ultrasonic sensors for non-contact measurement, preventing boom damage.

Automatic Software Setup

System calibrates itself for optimal performance based on sprayer type.

Individual Boom Overrides

Allows manual control of individual boom sections to avoid obstacles.

Smart Sensor Technology

Sensors are designed by NORAC specifically for the agricultural industry.

System Description

General UC4.5 System Layout

Diagrams illustrating the components and connections of the UC4.5 system.

Height Sensors

Ultrasonic sensors measuring distance to ground or crop canopy for height control.

Roll Sensors

Measure boom and sprayer roll dynamics for stability and control.

Position Sensors

Measure boom suspension and cylinder position for enhanced control.

Control Panel

The main interface for operating and configuring the UC4.5 system.

Icon Descriptions

Button Icons

Illustrates and describes the icons used on the control panel buttons.

Operation

Basic UC4.5 Operation

Overview of system startup, run screen, and mode changing.

Sprayer Switches

How sprayer switches affect system operation and boom control.

Main Menu Settings

Configuration options for sensor modes, sensitivity, target height, and severe terrain.

Main Menu Map

Visual guide to navigating the UC4.5 control panel menus.

Understanding the UC4.5 System

Ditches, Waterways and Outside Rounds

Situations where operator alert and manual override may be needed.

Driving Through Ditches and Over Terraces

Terrain challenges affecting boom tip height and potential solutions.

Soil, Crop, and Hybrid Modes

Explanation of sensor modes for different ground and crop conditions.

Sensing Further Ahead of the Boom

Discusses the impact of sensor placement on performance and accuracy.

Height Sensor Limitations

Details on sensor cleaning, operating range, and blanking distance.

Setup

Automatic System Setup

Guides the user through system configuration and calibration for the sprayer.

Retune

Recalibrates system electronics to sprayer hydraulics after component changes.

Manual Setup

Manual configuration of sensors and hydraulic parameters if automatic setup fails.

Quick Install

Installs typical values for calibration and geometry based on sprayer type.

Optional Kits

Main Lift Kit

Adds a center section sensor to improve system performance.

Severe Terrain Kit

Additional sensors for improved boom protection in severe terrain.

Enhanced Stability Kit

Provides enhanced boom stability for loosely coupled sprayer systems.

Roll Bias (Active Roll) Kit

Actively controls boom roll with wing tilt functions for better accuracy.

Options

Headland Assist

Lifts boom wings or entire boom for turning at field ends.

Remote Switches

Allows automatic/manual mode switching or headland trigger via remote switches.

High Oil Temperature Alarm

Alerts the operator if the valve block temperature exceeds 95° C.

Sensor Reading Alarm

Sounds an alarm if an ultrasonic sensor loses its reading.

Minimum Height Mode

Defines the lowest allowed height for a single wing sensor.

Changing the Units

Allows switching between metric (cm) and imperial (inches) units.

Valve and Air Temperature

Displays valve block and air temperatures.

Maintenance

Daily Maintenance Checks

Daily checks include greasing friction pads and sensor breakaway brackets.

End of Season Maintenance

Annual replacement of the hydraulic oil filter.

Cleaning Ultrasonic Height Sensors

Procedure for cleaning sensor foam discs and transducers with water.

Troubleshooting

General Operation Troubleshooting

Addresses issues like booms not leveling, system not going auto, or resets.

Sensor Troubleshooting

Diagnoses 'NC', 'No Comm', 'NR', 'NoRdg' errors and 'I Absent' during startup.

Hydraulics Troubleshooting

Addresses issues with boom raise/lower, incorrect movement, and creeping.

Boom Stability Troubleshooting

Resolves issues with boom instability in auto mode or moving to the top in crop mode.

Setup Messages

Explains messages like 'Timeout', 'Wiring!', 'Too Many', 'Bakwards', 'TooHigh!'.

Operational Messages

Interprets messages like 'NR'/'NoRdg', 'Minimum Overide', 'Disabled', '>>>>>>>>>'.

Statement of Limited Warranty

Sprayer Types

UC4.5 Menu Structure

Norac UC4.5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNorac
ModelUC4.5
CategoryPaint Sprayer
LanguageEnglish

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