9 Field-IQ system setup Equipment calibration for Field-IQ
The system calculates the calibration constant. This value represents the liters of material
dispensed from the spreader per revolution of the drag shaft assuming the gate height is 1
meter. The actual gate height is factored in later. The FM-1000 integrated display will
automatically come up with this value.
10. Tap OK to return to the Granular Calibration screen.
11.
Place a clean empty container under the spreader to capture the material dispensed during the
calibration, and then tap Calibrate. The Granular Calibration screen displays.
WARNING – Moving parts during this operation. Ensure the implement is safe to operate.
12.
Complete the settings.
Setting Explanation
Amount of Material to be
Dispensed
The amount to be dispensed during the calibration.
Target Rate
Target Calibration
13. To begin calibration, tap Start and follow the on-screen instructions.
14. Select the Info tab to view the system’s operational limits (based on the RPM limits, target rates,
and application width).
15. Tap OK.
Gate height calibration
Note – As part of calibrating the gate height, you will enter the current height of the gate, then change the
gate height and enter that height.
1. At the Field-IQ Calibration screen, tap the gate height you want to calibrate. The Gate Height
Calibration screen displays
2. At the Enabled list, select Yes and tap Next.
3. In the Actual Gate Height entry box, enter the actual height of the gate.
4. Adjust the gate to a different height and tap Next.
5. In the Actual Gate Height entry box, enter the actual height of the gate that you adjusted it to. Tap
Next. The system returns you to the Field-IQ Calibration screen.
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