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Rainger Linear
Owner’s Manual
0997617_E
© 2018 Valmont Industries, Inc., Valley, NE 68064 USA. All rights reserved.
www.valleyirrigation.com

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Valley Rainger Linear Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryFarm Equipment
TypeLinear Irrigation System
Power SourceElectric
CertificationsISO
ModelValley Rainger Linear
LengthVariable, custom designed to field dimensions
Water Application RateVariable, based on nozzle selection and travel speed

Summary

Safety

Recognize Safety Information

Information on how to understand and follow safety instructions.

Safety Messages

Explanation of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION symbols and messages.

Use of Personal Protective Equipment

Requirements for appropriate PPE when working with electrical hazards.

Conductive Materials and Equipment

Guidelines for handling conductive materials near energized parts.

Fall Protection

Procedures and requirements for preventing falls.

Minimum Working Clearance

Table specifying required clearance around electrical equipment.

Qualified Person

Definition of a qualified person for electrical work.

Irrigation Equipment near Airports and Crop Dusting Aircraft

Safety precautions for operating near airports and aircraft.

Overhead Power Lines

Warnings and clearance requirements for working near power lines.

Minimal Lockout / Tagout Procedure

Step-by-step procedure for safely isolating energy sources.

Operate Safely

General tips and critical warnings for safe machine operation.

Safety Decals

Identification and importance of various safety decals on the machine.

OVERVIEW

Standard Cart Configurations

Overview of Standard Cart system types.

Center Feed System

Overview of the Center Feed system configuration.

End Feed System

Overview of the End Feed system configuration.

Swing Around Cart Configurations

Overview of Swing Around cart system types.

Furrow Guidance

Overview of Swing Around cart with Furrow Guidance.

Below Ground Guidance

Overview of Swing Around cart with Below Ground Guidance.

Key System Components

Explanation of spans, drive towers, hitch, overhang, and end guns.

Water Application and Safety Features

Details on sprinklers, side load safety, span cable, and tower boxes.

Central Pulse Tower Box

Description of the central pulse tower box components.

Safety Circuit and Alignment

Explanation of the safety circuit and alignment types.

Guidance Systems

Description of available guidance system types.

Above Ground Guidance (Option)

Details on the above ground cable guidance system.

Furrow Guidance (Option)

Details on the furrow guidance system.

Below Ground Guidance (Option)

Details on the below ground guidance system.

Control Panel and Electric Cord Drag

Overview of control panel functions and electric cord drag options.

Field Stops and Options

Explanation of end of field stops and auto reverse/stop options.

Drive Unit Mounted End of Field Stop/Auto Reverse (Option)

Details on drive unit mounted end of field stop and auto reverse.

OPERATION

Machine Operation Basics

General operating principles and system requirements.

Overwatering Timer

Explanation and settings for the overwatering timer.

Water Shut Off Valve

Description and operation of the water shut off valve.

Starting and Stopping the Machine

Procedures for starting, emergency stopping, and normal stopping.

Establishing Wheel Tracks

Methods for setting up proper wheel tracks for steering.

Establishing Parallel Wheel Tracks

Methods for establishing parallel wheel tracks in the field.

Methods Of Operation

Description of various methods for operating the irrigation system.

Method I

Operating method suitable for most soil types.

Method II

Operating method for most soil types, allowing maintenance during stops.

Method III

Operating method for shallow applications on sandy soils.

Method IV

Operating method for situations with uncontrollable water sources.

Method V

Operating method for harvesting one portion while irrigating another.

Linear Water Application Data

Data and examples for calculating water application rates.

Electric Cord Handling and Operation

Procedures for handling electric cords and operating the system.

Start Up Procedures

Steps for starting the machine, including engine/generator and electric cord.

Hose and Cord Positioning

Methods for positioning hoses and electric cords for side and center inlets.

Swing Around Operation

Procedures for operating the swing around feature of the machine.

Anchoring the Cart

Steps for securing the cart before pivoting.

Pivot Procedure

Detailed steps for pivoting the swing around span.

MAINTENANCE

Safety Precautions for Maintenance

Critical safety warnings and lockout/tagout procedures before maintenance.

Wheel Gearbox Maintenance

Procedures for draining, filling, and checking wheel gearboxes.

Center Drive Gearmotor Maintenance

Procedures for servicing helical and worm gearmotors.

Lubrication and Tire Care

Lubrication points for swing around cart and tire pressure guidelines.

Furrow and Hose Maintenance

Maintaining furrows and procedures for hose repair.

Cart Path and Barricade Maintenance

Ensuring cart path cleanliness and barricade integrity.

Grounding and Cable Adjustments

Installation of bonding ground wire and guidance cable adjustment.

Span Safety Box and Elbow Adjustments

Adjusting span safety box cable tension and side inlet elbow angle.

Electric Primer Maintenance

Procedures for flushing, lubricating, and cleaning the electric primer.

Machine Alignment

Procedures for aligning the machine for optimal performance.

Tower Alignment - Three Tower Method

Method for aligning towers based on relative positions.

Floating Alignment Adjustment

Adjusting nuts for floating alignment based on tower movement.

Floating Alignment Cable Tension Adjustment

Adjusting cable tension for proper floating alignment.

Modified Alignment Adjustment

Adjusting connection rod for modified alignment.

Span Flushing Procedure

Steps for flushing sand and debris from the pipeline.

Winterization and Storage

Procedures for winterizing the machine and storing components.

Recommended Maintenance Schedules

Tables outlining regular maintenance tasks by season and component.

Linear Machine Maintenance

Regular maintenance checks for the linear machine.

Span Maintenance

Regular maintenance checks for the spans.

Sprinkler Maintenance

Regular maintenance checks for sprinklers.

Alignment Checks

Regular checks for machine alignment.

Drive Unit Maintenance

Regular maintenance checks for drive units.

Ancillary Equipment Maintenance

Maintenance recommendations for ancillary equipment.

Torque Specifications

Charts for torque values on cap screws and critical applications.

TROUBLESHOOTING

In-Line Shut Down Issues

Flowchart to diagnose and resolve in-line shut downs.

Tower Ahead Shut Down Issues

Diagnosing tower ahead shut downs due to component failure.

Tower Behind Shut Down Issues

Diagnosing tower behind shut downs due to mechanical failure.

Electric Primer Troubleshooting

Table listing problems, causes, and solutions for electric primers.

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