Topcon X35 - Checking Distribution Runs and ASC Valves; A 7000 Series Air Seeder

X35 ConsoleGeneral Operations
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Figure 8.60 - On Frame Tank SwitchBox
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8.9 Checking Distribution Runs and
ASC Valves
A check can be performed after a calibration, when
starting a new field or between fills, to ensure that
ASC valves (units with granular ASC system) are
operating properly and there is product flowing
through all of the runs of the air kit.
8.9.1 A 7000 Series Air Seeder
With the seeding implement in the field position,
but with the seed boots out of the ground:
1. Ensure the Air Seeder fan(s) are running.
2. Units with ASC: Ensure the section switches
are ON on the X35 console, refer to Figure
8.61.
3. At the on-frame switchbox (refer to
Figure
8.60), turn on the tank buttons for those meters
that will be applying product.
a. The
calibration master switch has no effect
during a prime.
4. Engage the metering augers:
a. If there is no Preload Time entered in
the Seeder setup (refer to
Section 6.6.1.1.1
- General Tank Setup), push and hold the
prime button.
i. The meters will run as long as button
is held.
c. If a Preload Time is entered, push the
button until meters begin to turn.
i. The meters will run for preload time.
5. Units with ASC: On the primary manifolds
observe that all ASC valves are open (cylinders
are extended).
a. They should close (cylinders retracted)
after the meters stop running.
b. Check for blockage in the valves that do
not operate properly.
Figure 8.61 - Section Switches
Section switches can be turned on in SwitchBox mini-view
or Section State panel in Seeder Controller window.
6. Proceed to the seeding implement and check
each of the product runs for material on the
ground.
7. If there is no product at an opener, it may
be possible that the secondary manifold and/
or hose supplying product to that opener is
plugged. Refer to
Troubleshooting section in
the operator's manual for your air seeder.