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VRI-iS
Variable Rate Irrigation
Individual Sprinkler Option
For ICON Control Panels
Installation Manual
0999992_B
VRI-iS Option Installation Manual

Table of Contents

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Valley VRI-iS Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandValley
ModelVRI-iS
CategoryIrrigation System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information

About This Manual

Manual illustrates proper installation of Variable Rate Irrigation Individual Sprinkler (VRI-iS) Option.

Tools Needed

Lists required tools for installation, including screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, and a laptop.

Safety

Recognize Safety Information

Emphasizes reading and understanding safety messages and signs for safe operation of irrigation equipment.

Safety Messages

Explains hazard symbols (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) and information messages (NOTE).

Use of Personal Protective Equipment

Details requirements for PPE when working with electrical hazards and near energized parts.

Conductive Materials and Equipment

Advises on handling conductive materials to prevent contact with energized power lines.

Fall Protection

Outlines procedures for identifying and mitigating fall hazards during work tasks.

Minimum Working Clearance

Identifies minimum working clearance distances required around electrical equipment.

Qualified Person

Defines requirements for personnel authorized to work on de-energized electric circuit parts.

Irrigation Equipment near Airports and Crop Dusting Aircraft

Provides guidelines for marking irrigation equipment near airports and crop dusting operations.

Overhead Power Lines

Details dangers and clearance requirements when working near overhead power lines.

Minimal Lockout / Tagout Procedure

Establishes minimum requirements for locking out energy isolating devices during maintenance.

Installation Instructions

Disconnect All Power

Instructs to shut off and lock out all power sources before performing installation steps.

Install Power Supply and Primary Communication Board

Details steps for installing the power supply and communication board onto the din rail.

Install Slip Ring

Provides instructions for removing the collector ring cover and components.

Install Slip Ring (Continued)

Identifies sensor brackets and details attaching terminal blocks and sensor brackets.

Install Slip Ring (Continued)

Details attaching mounting brackets to the ring stack for Aeromotive and Insul-8 collector rings.

Install Cord Connector(s)

Guides on installing cord connectors and routing wiring for systems with or without running lights.

Wiring

Provides instructions for wiring the collector ring based on the presence of a running light.

Temporarily Install GPS Position Tower Box

Instructs on temporarily installing the GPS tower box to set the pivot point GPS position.

Turn Power On

Guides on turning on the power service disconnect and control panel main disconnect switch.

Verify Control Panel Software

Instructs to verify and upgrade control panel software versions to the latest available.

Upgrade Control Panel

Details steps to obtain and update the ICON user interface and Smart Relay Board software.

Setup Control Panel for GPS Position

Guides on setting up the control panel for use with the GPS Pivot Position Option.

Remove GPS Position Tower Box

Details disconnecting all power and removing the GPS position tower box.

Install Sprinkler Valves

Guides on installing sprinkler valves, with or without a pressure switch.

Connect Cables

Provides instructions for connecting cables between the collector ring, valves, and tower boxes.

Install Power Supply Tower Boxes

Details mounting and connecting power supply tower boxes using bracket or span pipe methods.

Install GPS Position Tower Box

Guides on mounting and connecting the GPS position tower box to valves and other components.

Setup

Before setting up the VRI-iS constants

Lists prerequisites for VRI-iS setup: verifying GPS, determining flow rate, and max pressure.

ICON5 / ICONX Flow Meter Setup

Guides on configuring flow meter settings, including flow multiplier and low flow limit.

ICON5 / ICONX (Continued) Set Max Pressure

Details setting the maximum pressure for the pump system via the control panel.

ICON5 / ICONX (Continued) VRI-iS Enable/Disable

Instructions on enabling or disabling the VRI-iS option after control panel setup.

Set the Constants for VRI-iS

Guides on setting VRI-iS constants like valve resync pressure, cycle times, and sprinkler spacing.

ICON5 / ICONX (Continued) Test GPS Position

Details steps to test GPS position functionality, checking communication and tolerance lights.

ICON5 / ICONX (Continued) Configure Network

Guides on configuring the VRI-iS network by initiating and verifying network configuration.

ICON5 / ICONX (Continued) Test Valve Operation

Instructs on testing valve operation using the sequence valves feature to verify functionality.

ICON10 / ICON1 Flow Meter Setup

Guides on configuring flow meter settings, including flow multiplier and low flow limit.

ICON10 / ICON1 (Continued) Set Max Pressure

Details setting the maximum pressure for the pump system via the control panel.

ICON10 / ICON1 (Continued) VRI-iS Enable/Disable

Instructions on enabling or disabling the VRI-iS option after control panel setup.

Set the Constants for VRI-iS

Guides on setting VRI-iS constants like valve resync pressure, cycle times, and sprinkler spacing.

ICON10 / ICON1 (Continued) Test GPS Position

Details steps to test GPS position functionality, checking communication and tolerance lights.

ICON10 / ICON1 (Continued) Configure Network

Guides on configuring the VRI-iS network by initiating and verifying network configuration.

ICON10 / ICON1 (Continued) Test Valve Operation

Instructs on testing valve operation using the sequence valves feature to verify functionality.

Field Install and Wiring Diagrams

VRI-iS

Lists field install and wiring diagram documents for VRI-iS components.

VRI-iS Control Panel Components for ICON Field Install pn 9312722

Diagram showing components and connections for the VRI-iS control panel assembly.

VRI-iS Slip Ring Field Install pn 9312418

Diagrams for Insul-8 and Aeromotive collector ring slip ring field installation.

VRI-iS Valve Field Install pn 9312455

Illustrates plumbing configurations for VRI-iS valves with and without a pressure switch.

VRI-iS PolySpan Valve Field Install pn 9313117

Diagrams for PolySpan valve assemblies, with and without a pressure switch option.

VRI-iS Power Supply Tower Box Field Install pn 9312421

Diagram showing the field installation of the VRI-iS power supply tower box.

VRI-iS Power Supply Tower Box Wiring Schematic pn 0999334

Wiring schematic for the VRI-iS power supply tower box.

VRI-iS GPS Position Tower Box Field Install pn 9312419

Diagram illustrating the field installation of the VRI-iS GPS position tower box.

VRI-iS GPS Position Tower Box Wiring Schematic pn 0999346

Wiring schematic for the VRI-iS GPS position tower box.

Running Light Field Wiring pn 9310312

Diagrams showing wiring for running lights on swing tower boxes and control panels.

Troubleshooting

Theory of Operation VRI-iS

Explains how the Smart Relay Board controls sprinklers and processes GPS data for VRI.

System Faults

Lists system faults that can shut down the machine, their causes, and corrective actions.

Viewing System Faults

Guides on how to view current system faults on ICON5/ICONX and ICON1/ICON10 control panels.

System Error Codes

Lists VRI-iS and GPS related error codes, their descriptions, thresholds, and possible causes.

System Error Codes (Continued)

Continues listing error codes, including GPS coordinate range and VDC error reports.

Viewing System Error Codes

Provides instructions for viewing system error codes on ICON control panels.

RJ11 Error Codes

Lists RJ11 component IDs, error messages, and procedures for viewing and clearing RJ11 errors.

ICON5 / ICONX VRI-iS Diagnostics Resync Valves

Guides on manually resynchronizing sprinkler valve duty cycles using the Resync Valves feature.

ICON5 / ICONX VRI-iS Diagnostics (Continued) Test Valve

Details testing individual valve operation by turning them on and off for a specified duration.

ICON5 / ICONX VRI-iS Diagnostics (Continued) Valve Errors

Explains how to view on errors, off errors, and low power errors for sprinkler valves.

Valve Comm Errors

Guides on viewing communication errors for all sprinkler valves.

ICON5 / ICONX View Prescription

Describes how to display the duty cycle for each sprinkler zone on the map.

ICON5 / ICONX Edit Managed Zones

Instructions for changing zone settings, including angles, sprinklers, and duty cycles.

ICON10 / ICON1 VRI-iS Diagnostics Resync Valves

Guides on manually resynchronizing sprinkler valve duty cycles using the Resync Valves feature.

ICON10 / ICON1 VRI-iS Diagnostics (Continued) Test Valve

Details testing individual valve operation by turning them on and off for a specified duration.

ICON10 / ICON1 VRI-iS Diagnostics (Continued) Valve Errors

Explains how to view on errors, off errors, and low power errors for sprinkler valves.

ICON10 / ICON1 View Prescription

Describes how to display the duty cycle for each sprinkler in a managed zone on the map.

ICON10 / ICON1 Edit Managed Zones

Instructions for changing zone settings, including angles, sprinklers, and duty cycles.

Fuse Testing

Details testing the continuity of fuses in the control panel and power supply tower box.

Power Supply Testing

Guides on testing the power supply output voltage and troubleshooting power issues.

VRI Primary Communications VDC - Pin/Terminal Call Out/Dip Switch

Provides pin-out information for VRI primary communications and dip switch settings.

Sprinkler Valve LED VRI-iS

Explains the meaning of LED indicators (Green, Red) on the VRI-iS sprinkler valve.

Cable VRI-iS - Pin Call Out

Details the pin assignments and colors for the VRI-iS cable.

Pressure Sensor Cable VRI-iS - Pin Call Out

Provides pin assignments and colors for the pressure sensor cable.

Theory of Operation GPS Position

Explains how GPS position is determined and communicated within the irrigation system.

GPS Receiver Accuracy

Discusses factors affecting GPS accuracy, including standard and DGPS services.

GPS Signal Errors

Lists factors that can degrade GPS signal and affect accuracy.

Garmin 19x GPS Power Data Cable Wire Color/Function

Details wire colors and their functions for the Garmin 19x GPS power data cable.

GPS Antenna Test

Guides on testing the GPS antenna using Valmont Terminal software and an antenna tester.

Use Edit to Setup Control Panel for VRI-iS / GPS Position ICON5 / ICONX Control Panel Setup-Edit Method

Details setting RJ11 communication protocol for VRI-iS and GPS position setup.

Use Edit to Setup Control Panel for VRI-iS / GPS Position ICON5 / ICONX Control Panel Setup-Edit Method (Continued)

Guides on setting pivot point GPS position, distance to GPS, and runtime fallback position.

Use Edit to Setup Control Panel for VRI-iS / GPS Position ICON10 / ICON1 Control Panel Setup-Edit Method

Details setting RJ11 communication protocol for VRI-iS and GPS position setup.

Use Edit to Setup Control Panel for VRI-iS / GPS Position ICON10 / ICON1 Control Panel Setup-Edit Method

Guides on setting pivot point GPS position, distance to GPS, and runtime fallback position.

GPS Angular Conversion Table

Provides a table to convert GPS angular degrees from minutes/seconds to decimal degrees.

Angular Degree Examples

Illustrates examples of converting angular degrees, minutes, and seconds into decimal degrees.

Estimated Drive Unit Speed Tables

Provides tables to estimate drive unit speed based on motor output, tire size, and machine voltage.

Parts

Contents

Lists VRI-iS and Power Supply Tower Box components with corresponding page numbers.

Tower Box Drive Unit Mount

Details the components included in the Tower Box Drive Unit Mount kit.

Valve VRI-iS with 10 Ft Cable

Lists parts for VRI-iS brass and plastic valves with 10 ft cables.

Valve VRI-iS with 14 Ft Cable

Lists parts for VRI-iS brass and plastic valves with 14 ft cables.

Valve with Pressure Switch

Lists parts for VRI-iS valves equipped with a pressure switch option.

VRI-iS PolySpan Valve Assembly With PSI Switch Option

Details components for the VRI-iS PolySpan valve assembly with a PSI switch.

VRI-iS PolySpan Valve Assembly

Lists components for the standard VRI-iS PolySpan valve assembly.

Cables VRI-iS

Lists various VRI-iS cables, including 14 ft, 10 ft, and 3 ft options with adapters.

Panel and GPS Tower Box VRI-iS

Details the VRI-iS panel and GPS tower box assembly and related kits.

Tower Box - Pipe Mounting

Lists components for mounting tower boxes on pipes of various sizes.

Tower Box - Pipe Mounting

Continues listing components for mounting tower boxes on pipes of various sizes.

GPS Tower Box VRI-iS

Diagram showing components of the VRI-iS GPS Tower Box.

GPS Tower Box VRI-iS

Lists all part numbers and descriptions for the VRI-iS GPS Tower Box assembly.

Power Supply Tower Box VRI-iS

Diagram showing components of the VRI-iS Power Supply Tower Box.

Power Supply Tower Box VRI-iS

Lists all part numbers and descriptions for the VRI-iS Power Supply Tower Box assembly.

Slip Ring VRI-iS

Diagrams showing components for Insul-8 and Aeromotive collector ring slip rings.

Slip Ring VRI-iS

Lists all part numbers and descriptions for VRI-iS slip ring components.

Panel and GPS Hardware VRI-iS

Details VRI-iS panel and GPS hardware components and related manuals.

Primary Communication Board for Control Panel

Lists components for the Primary Communication Board, including terminal blocks and power supply.