micro-trak MT-3405 M Reference guide

Brand: micro-trak

Model: MT-3405 M

Type: Reference guide

P.O. Box 99

111 East LeRay Avenue

Eagle Lake, MN 56024-0099

Micro-Trak Systems, Inc.

Printed in the U.S.A.

The MT-3405 M is an electronic monitoring and control system that can help you achieve maximum yields and operate more

cost-effectively by providing the information you need to maintain proper application rates of liquid, dry and NH3 chemicals

and fertilizer. The MT-3405 M has been designed for easy installation and op er a tion. How ev er, since each in stal la tion will vary

depending on your equipment, please take time to fa mil iar ize yourself with this manual and the actual components before

beginning. Following the procedures described in this manual will ensure proper per for mance and help avoid problems or

questions once you are in the field.

This manual is written for the MT-3405 M Model MT34M-00-LR, which may be used for either English or Metric mea sure ment.

Please read the manual carefully and follow the instructions as they apply to your usage.

If you do encounter a problem that cannot be corrected by reviewing this manual, consult your dealer or distributor, or contact

a Micro-Trak technician for assistance.

Toll Free in U.S. or Canada: (800) 328-9613 or (507) 257-3600

Fax: (507) 257-3001

www.micro-trak.com • [email protected]

REFERENCE MANUAL

MT-

3405

™

5BOOM AUTOMATIC

RATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Micro-Trak

Warranty

Micro-Trak (herein “Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser (herein “Buyer”) that, if any product or part of the product

(herein “part”) proves to be defective in material or workmanship, upon inspection and examination by Seller, within one (1)

year from the original date-of-purchase, and is returned to Seller with dated proof-of-purchase, transportation prepaid, within

thirty (30) days after such defect is discovered, Seller will, at their option and sole discretion, either repair or replace said part,

except that the warranty for expendable parts, including but not limited to, light bulbs and batteries shall be thirty (30) days

from the original date-of-purchase. Said warranty is valid only when the part has been installed, operated and maintained in

strict accordance with the procedures outlined in the manual. Any damage or failure to said part resulting from abuse, misuse,

neglect, accidental or improper installation or maintenance, unauthorized modification, use with other products or attributable

to acts of God, as determined solely by the Seller, will invalidate the warranty. Said part will not be considered defective if it

substantially fulfills the performance specification. Buyer shall be responsible for all maintenance services, if any, all in strict

accordance with the procedures outlined in the manual. The warranty does not include labor, installation, replacement parts

or repairs, delivery of replacement parts or repairs or time and travel. Said warranty is nontransferable.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR

PURPOSE AND OF ANY OTHER TYPE, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. The Seller’s liability, whether in contract, in tort, under

any warranty, in negligence or otherwise, shall not exceed the return of the amount of the purchase price paid by the Buyer,

and under no circumstance shall the Seller be liable for special, indirect or consequential damages. Seller neither assumes nor

authorizes anyone to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with said part. No action, regardless of form,

arising out of the transactions under this agreement may be brought by the Buyer more than one (1) year after the cause of

action has occurred.

Seller agrees to extend the term of the foregoing warranty period should the Buyer return completed warranty registration

information, with dated proof-of-purchase, to the Seller within one (1) year from the original date-of-purchase. All conditions

and limitations of said foregoing warranty, except the term of said foregoing warranty, shall apply. Said term shall be extended

to a total of three (3) years from the original date-of purchase on display consoles and network communication modules, as

defined by Seller, and said term shall be extended to a total of two (2) years from the original date-of-purchase on all other

parts, except that the warranty for expendable parts, including but not limited to, light bulbs and batteries shall be thirty (30)

days from the original date-of-purchase, and except that the warranty for parts manufactured by someone other than the

Seller, including but not limited to, shut-off and control valves, DGPS receivers, memory cards and drives, mapping software,

flowmeters and pressure sensors shall be one (1) year from the original date-of-purchase.

Buyer accepts these terms and warranty limitations unless the product is returned to Seller, via proper distribution channels

and approved return authorization, with dated proof-of-purchase, transportation prepaid, within fifteen (15) days from the

date-of-purchase for refund of the purchase price.

Units under warranty should be sent prepaid, with dated proof-of-purchase, within 30 days of discovering defect, to the

address below:

MAIL AND UPS:

Micro-Trak Systems, Inc.

ATTN: Service Department

P.O. Box 99

111 East LeRay Avenue

Eagle Lake, MN 56024-0099

At Micro-Trak Systems, we believe a product that delivers quality and performance at a low cost is what is needed to help

today’s operator and the operator of the future compete in the world mar ket.

It is our goal to provide operators with a line of electronic equipment that will help build and maintain an efficient and

profitable operation that can be passed on to future generations.

We thank you for your purchase and hope that we can be of service to you in the future.

Micro-Trak Systems, Inc.

Extended Warranty Option

It’s simple! Just complete the enclosed registration card(s) for this

product and mail it in and we’ll extend your warranty for up to three years*, at no additional charge.

MAIL IN YOUR REGISTRATION CARD(S) TODAY!

Registration Card information is for internal use only.

* Some limitations apply. See warranty statement for details.

Table of Contents

Warranty..................................................................................................................................................................................................3

Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................ 4-5

Introduction to the MT-3405M ...........................................................................................................................................................6

Basic Overview of Typical Installation ..............................................................................................................................................7

Component Parts and Assembly Hardware ................................................................................................................................. 8-9

Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................................10-22

Mounting the Display Console ................................................................................................................................................................................10

Electrical Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................................................11

Mounting the Module .................................................................................................................................................................................................11

Speed Sensor Installation .....................................................................................................................................................................................12-14

Magnets ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................12

Attaching Magnets ...............................................................................................................................................................................................12

Mounting the Speed Sensor ............................................................................................................................................................................. 13

Speed Sensor Options ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 13

Connecting the Speed Sensor Cable .............................................................................................................................................................14

Mounting and Plumbing Flowmeter .................................................................................................................................................................15

Installing Flow Sensor Cable ................................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Pressure Relief Valve ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16

Range Adjust Valve ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Installing Pressure Sensor ......................................................................................................................................................................................16

Servo, Throttling Valves .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

Relief Valve................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

Boom Shut-off Valves .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 18

Remote Run/Hold ......................................................................................................................................................................................................19

MT-3405M Plumbing Overview Diagram ...................................................................................................................................................20-21

MT-3405M Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

MT-3405 FTW Console Functions .....................................................................................................................................................23

Calibration ......................................................................................................................................................................................24-31

English or Metric? ......................................................................................................................................................................................................24

Entering Calibration ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 25

Entering Calibration Values .............................................................................................................................................................................25-28

Boom Select, Setting Individual Boom Width ............................................................................................................................................ 25

Width, Banding Application Calibration, Circ, Determining Wheel Circumference .................................................................... 26

Drive Shaft Speed Sensor Calibration, Flow Cal ........................................................................................................................................27

MIN Flow/Pressure, Adjust Rate, Target Rate Test Speed ...................................................................................................................... 28

Exiting Calibration ................................................................................................................................................................................................28

Fine Tuning Speed/Distance Calibration Value .............................................................................................................................................29

Fine Tuning Flowmeter Calibration ....................................................................................................................................................................30

Standard Factory Loaded Calibration Values ................................................................................................................................................. 31

“Special” Calibration ...........................................................................................................................................................................32

Entering “Special” Calibration ..............................................................................................................................................................................32

Servo Polarity, Valve Type, Test Speed ..............................................................................................................................................................32

Pre-field System Checkout ................................................................................................................................................................33

Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................................34-36

Buttons, Switches and Display ............................................................................................................................................................................. 34

Rotary Switches, OTG and Warning Light ........................................................................................................................................................ 35

Version/Hour Display on Startup......................................................................................................................................................................... 36

Resetting System Counters ................................................................................................................................................................................... 36

Pressure Offset ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................36

Table of Contents (cont)

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................................37-41

General ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................37

Console Appears Dead, Speed is Always Zero or Erratic, Area Count is Inaccurate .................................................................... 37

Distance Count is Inaccurate, No Readout of Gallons (liters), or Gallons (liters) Per Minute ...................................................37

Total Liquid Used is Inaccurate, 6553.5 Message Displayed, Console is Erratic in Operation .................................................37

Displayed Measurements Do Not Make Sense, Display Reads “OFL” ..............................................................................................37

Checking Individual Components ......................................................................................................................................................................38

Console, Harness, Electrical Interference, Power, Accessory Power ..................................................................................................38

Run/Hold Hall-effect Sensor, Run/Hold Jumper Dust Cover ................................................................................................................ 38

Magnetic Hall-effect Speed and Flow Sensors ..........................................................................................................................................38

Trak-Star Ultrasonic Speed Sensor ................................................................................................................................................................. 38

Console Inputs............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 39

Speed Input, Flow Input, Remote Run/Hold Input .................................................................................................................................. 39

Flowmeter ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39

Electric Boom Valves, Servo Valve Control Signal, Servo Valve ........................................................................................................... 39

Plumbing, Pressure Sensor ...............................................................................................................................................................................39

Plumbing Troubleshooting Chart .......................................................................................................................................................................41

Plumbing Guidelines ....................................................................................................................................................................42-43

Pump Inlet, Agitation, Servo, Flowmeter, Pump ....................................................................................................................................... 42

Valve Purpose and Adjustments .........................................................................................................................................................................43

Care and Maintenance or your MT-3405M ....................................................................................................................................43

Appendices .....................................................................................................................................................................................44-53

Appendix A: Optional Speed Sensor Mounting Installation ...............................................................................................................45-46

Implement Wheels, Front Tractor Wheel, ATV Wheels ........................................................................................................................... 45

Mounting on Drive Shaft ...................................................................................................................................................................................46

Appendix B: Various Ball Valve Configurations ..............................................................................................................................................47

Appendix C: 12-Volt Servo Valve (Control Valve) Calibration ................................................................................................................... 48

Appendix D: Flowmeter Cleaning and Assembly .........................................................................................................................................49

Appendix E: Conversion Chart .............................................................................................................................................................................50

Appendix F: Radar Adapter Cables .....................................................................................................................................................................51

Appendix G: Replacement Parts List .................................................................................................................................................................. 52

Appendix H: Glossary of Terms ............................................................................................................................................................................ 53

Notes .....................................................................................................................................................................................................54

Introduction

MT-3405 M

5Boom Automatic Rate Control System

Your new MT-3405 M system is a high-performance controller,

designed for superior control of product applications with

features to help you manage your operation efficiently. From

the large liquid crystal display and user-friendly controls to

the Windows-compatible Utilities Software, the system is

designed with the operator in mind. Some of the built-in

features are described in the following paragraphs.

MODULARITY

Installing your MT-3405 M is cleaner and easier since only

a single four-wire cable is required to connect sprayer

functions to the console. The sealed electronic module has

inputs for flow, run/hold, speed and (optional) pressure

sensors. In addition, it has outputs for flow regulation, relief,

and up to five boom shut-off valves. The system easily adapts

to most solenoid- or motor-driven boom shut-off valves.

INTEGRATED CONSOLE

The MT-3405 M console houses all operator controls in a

single weather-resistant case. Battery and sprayer cables are

equipped with environmental connectors while a standard

serial cable connection is provided for easy VRT hook-up.

IMPROVED ADAPTIVE CONTROL

The MT-3405 M system uses advanced control methods to

adapt to your applicator system automatically, completely

eliminating the need to “fine-tune” the console for best

performance. Adaptive control has always been included in

Micro-Trak controllers, and has been further refined in the

MT-3405 M.

FLEXIBILITY

The MT-3405 M can be configured to control liquid, NH3

or properly equipped dry material applicators. The MT-3405

M can control your liquid applicator in three ways. “Flow Only”

uses the flowmeter feedback only, and can be used with or

without a pressure sensor. “Pressure Only” uses feedback

from the pressure sensor only, and can be used without a

flowmeter. “Hybrid” uses feedback from both the flowmeter

and the pressure sensor to provide optimal control response

and accuracy. Operation in either “Pressure Only” or “Hybrid”

control mode requires installation of a pressure sensor and

proper calibration for the nozzles you are using.

UTILITY SOFTWARE CD

In addition to the operator’s manual in PDF format, your

CD has the Utility Software program. This program uses

a calibration “wizard” to direct the operator through the

MT-3405 M calibration process and automatically sets up

calibration for various types of systems. Information for

different applications may be stored in files for convenient

re-entry into the console. Calibration settings may be printed

for manual entry into the console. Alternately, the MT-3405

M may be connected to the PC for calibration downloading

as well as uploading field data and upgrading the MT-3405

M’s Flash program.

RS232 SERIAL INTERFACE

The MT-3405 M serial interface allows the console to be

linked to most desktop or laptop computers. This serial link

can be used to calibrate or reprogram the console using the

Utility Software package. It can also be used with appropriate

software such as Farm Works SiteMate

™

to accomplish variable

rate application (VRA), or as a data logger to download

accumulated data and calibration parameters to the PC at

intervals commanded by the PC program. The MT-3405 M

system also offers VRA shut-off control for individual booms.

TIME TESTED MICROTRAK FEATURES

An (optional) run/hold sensor automatically turns off the

entire sprayer when equipment is raised, minimizing operator

workload at a critical time. The ADJUST RATE feature allows

the operator to change the application rate by a preset

amount with the push of a button. An electric relief valve is

recommended for systems that can exceed the permissible

pressure when all booms are off. The MINIMUM FLOW

setting maintains a good spray pattern at low speeds. Semi-

automatic calibration (FINETUNING) allows exact calibration

of speed and flow sensors with a minimum of effort.

NOTE TO THE USER

The MT-3405 M is written using English units of measure, but

is capable of operating in Metric and Turf units as well. The

“Units of Measure” chart shows the units of measure for each

function that is controlled by the MT-3405 M. This chart is

shown several times throughout the manual, and is referred

to by the “

” sign.

UNITS OF MEASURE CHART

English Metric Turf

AREA

Acres hectares 1,000 Sq Ft

VOLUME

Gallons liters Gallons

SPEED

Miles/Hr kilometers/Hr Miles/Hr

DISTANCE

Feet meters Feet

PRESSURE

Lbs/Sq In bar Lbs/Sq In

FLOW RATE

Gallons/Min liters/Min Gallons/Min

SPRAY RATE

Gallon/Acre liters/hectares Gal/1,000 Sq Ft

Basic Overview of Typ i cal MT-3405 M Installation

Pull-Type Sprayer

Hall-eect Speed Sensor

Magnets on Hub of

Non-driven Wheel

MT-3405 M Console

Remote Run/Hold

Harness Connection

Battery

Agitation Shot-o Valve *

Stainer *

Pump *

Servo

Main Harness Hitch Connectors

Trottle Valve *

Flowmeter installed after

the agitation/return line,

pressure regulator and lter,

but before the boom valve

* Items NOT Included with the MT-3405 FTW

Boom Shut-o Valves *

Terminal Kit

P/N 13270

Speed Sensor Kit P/N 01531

Including items A-G, below:

C. 15’ 3-Pin Extension Cable

M/P 150 P/N 13207

F. Magnet Clips (6)

P/N 10080

G. Hardware Bag

P/N 13251

D. Speed Sensor

Mounting Bracket

P/N 10013

E. Magnets (6)

P/N 12069

(2 in hardware bag)

Reference Manual

P/N 13910

5’ 3-Pin W/P Extension Cable

P/N 10450

1” Electric

Servo Valve

P/N 11218

20’ 3-Pin M/P Power Harness

P/N 13092

C B A

5’ Shut-off Cables (6)

P/N 13115

B A

14” Nylon Cable Ties

P/N 12910

14” Nylon Cable Ties

P/N 12910

FM750 GFN (P/N 11501) or

FM750 SS (P/N 10131)

Flowmeter

5’ Hall-effect Flow Sensor Cable

with threaded sensor

P/N 13096

A.5’ Hall-effect Flow Sensor Cable

with threaded sensor

P/N 13096

MT-3405 M Console

P/N 13931

MT-3405 M

Utilities CD

P/N 14016

Component Parts/Assembly Hardware

Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items:

Console Mount Kit

P/N 13254

15’ 4-Pin W/P Extension Cable

P/N 11564

10’ 4-Pin W/P Extension Cable

P/N 11563

Component Parts/Assembly Hardware (cont)

Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items:

Relief

(no tie)

Boom 5

(green tie)

Boom 4

(yellow tie)

Boom 1

(brown tie)

4-pin

communication

cable (no tie)

Speed

(yellow tie)

Pressure

(natural tie)

Run/hold

(gray tie)

Flow

(green tie)

Servo

(no tie)

Boom 3

(orange tie)

Boom 2

(red tie)

Module Mount Kit

P/N 14011

MT-3405M Module

P/N 13928

Select a mounting location which seems most workable, and

that best fits your needs. It should be con ve nient to reach

and high ly vis i ble to the op er a tor.

NOTE: DO NOT install in a position that obstructs the view

of the road or work area.

Whenever pos si ble, avoid lo ca tions that expose

the con sole to direct sun light, high tem per a ture, strong

chemicals or rain.

Place the mounting bracket in the selected location, mark

holes, drill holes and mount bracket with bolts, lock wash ers

and nuts pro vid ed. If bolts are not practical, use self-tapping

screws. See Illustration 1.

Insert the console in the “U” bracket and install the console

knobs through the bracket, placing a rubber washer over the

threaded stud. Position console to proper viewing angle and

tighten the knobs securely.

INSTALLATION NOTE: To avoid non-warranty moisture

damage to the console, route console cables so that the

connectors are lower than the console. See Illustration2.

OFF

12345

B O O M S

RUN

HOL

WIDTH

BOOM

SELECT

TEST

SPEED

TARGET

RATE

ADJUST

RATE

CIRC

MIN

FLOW/

PRESSURE

FLOW

CAL

SPEED

APP. RATE

DISTANCE

TOTAL

FLOW

TOTAL AREA

PRESSURE FLOW RATE

SUB AREA

CAL

AUTO

MAN

RESET

MT-3405 M

™

Drill 1/4” holes for bolts; 7/32” holes for self-tapping screws.

Installation

Mounting the Display Console

Tools Needed to Install MT-3405 M

• Screwdrivers • Pliers

• Set of Wrenches • Wire Cutter

• Electric Drill and Bits • Hammer

• 12-Volt Test Light • Hacksaw

• Center Punch • Bench Vise

Illustration 1

Illustration 2

Back of console

Route console cables so

that the connectors are

lower than the console.

The MT-3405 M must be connected to a 12-volt DC electri-

cal system. Power is connected directly to the battery. The

MT-3405 M has an ON/OFF switch on the console to turn

the power off when the system is not being used.

Locate the power cable harness and connect to the

mating connector on the console. Connect the blue

chassis ground wire to a good frame ground. See

Illustration 3. Make sure there is good metal-to-metal

contact. Route the power cable from the console to

the battery. Cut off excess length. In routing cable to

battery, avoid ar eas where the ca ble may be subjected

to abrasion or ex ces sive heat. Install the in-line fuse

provided with the kit on the white wire, as illustrated,

to protect the circuit. Connect the WHITE wire (hot) to

the positive battery terminal. At tach the BLACK wire

(ground) to a screw or bolt on the equipment frame. See

Illustration 3. Be sure there is good metal-to-metal con-

tact.

NOTE: For negative ground systems ONLY.

Mounting the Module

INSTALLING THE BRACKETS

To install the module brackets, crimp a terminal to the blue

ground wire. Fasten the brackets to the module as shown,

and install the crimped blue wire under one of the screws

holding the bracket to the module. See Illustration 4.

INSTALLING THE MODULE

Select a mounting location for the SC-3405 module that

will provide enough cable to reach both the console and

each of the plumbing components. Fasten the module

and brackets to the equipment frame or other equipment

location using bolts or self-tapping screws. Cut the blue

wire to a suitable length. Crimp on terminal and connect

to good chassis ground. See Illustration 4.

Follow the wiring diagram shown on page 14. Use extension

cables to connect the 4-pin W/P shroud to the 4-pin W/P

tower of the console.

INSTALLATION NOTE: To avoid non-warranty moisture

damage to the module, route module cables so that the

connectors are lower than the module.

Installation (cont)

Electrical Installation

Illustration 3

Illustration 4

Hot

(WHITE)

20-Amp In-line

Fuse Required

Ground

(BLACK)

Ground

Chassis Ground

(BLUE)

Your MT-3405 M is equipped with an ad vanced elec tronic

mem o ry which does not re quire a con stant supply of pow-

er to re tain daily totals or calibration val ues. The advantage

with this type of memory is that it conserves battery power

and will not dis charge the vehicle’s battery when equipment

is not in use.

To Chassis Ground

PLEASE NOTE: If you have purchased a Trak-Star speed

sensor, disregard the section on magnetic speed sensors

and install the Trak-Star as described in the instructions

packed with the unit.

Locations where the sensor may be installed:

Non-driven wheel on tractor, vehicle or implement. This 1.

is less susceptible to errors resulting from wheel slip.

Installation (cont)

Speed Sensor Installation

Locate the Following Parts

• Speed Sensor Cable • Mounting “L” Bracket

• Magnet Clips • Magnets

• Cable Ties

Illustration 7

Illustration 8

Illustration 6

Illustration 5

North

South

Test magnet

should alternately

attract and repel.

1” Minimum

Drill lug

bolt hole

and bend

to t hub

Magnet

Tractor, vehicle or planter drive shaft. This type of 2.

mounting is recommended for trucks, four-wheel drive

tractors or other equipment that has poor or no access

to a non-driven wheel.

Magnets

The number of magnets that must be used depends on

where you mount the sensor. The general rule for tractor

or implement wheels is one magnet for each wheel bolt

(minimum of two, and always use an even number). For drive

shafts or small wheels (ATV’s), two magnets are generally

sufficient.

The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are marked with a

dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the magnet. See

Illustration 5.

NOTE: Always use an even number of magnets, and always

alternate the polarities of the magnets as you go around

the wheel hub or drive shaft.

To install, mount the first magnet with the SOUTH pole

side (dashed line) facing toward the hub or shaft. The long

dimension of the magnet must wrap around the hub or shaft.

Mount the second magnet with the NORTH pole side facing

toward the hub or shaft. See Illustration 6.

For proper operation, the magnets must be evenly spaced

around the wheel or drive shaft. The magnets must be at

least 1” apart. See Illustration 7.

Attaching Magnets

Refer to Illustration 8 for general mounting instructions. For

specific mounting instructions, refer to Appendix A in the

back of this manual.

NOTE: Magnets may be attached mechanically as shown or

adhered with epoxy or other high quality adhesive. When

using adhesive, thoroughly clean the area of dirt and oil.

Mounting Speed Sensor

Use bolts or self-tapping screws to mount the bracket so

that the sensor is aligned directly over the magnet. (Bracket

may be attached by other means such as welding.) When

the wheel or drive shaft begins turning, a speed impulse is

sent to the MT-3405 M console every time a magnet passes

by the tip of the speed sensor. For the speed sensor to

operate properly, the spacing between the magnets and

the tip of the sensor must always remain constant. Before

permanently mounting any parts, be sure that the location

you have selected will meet the following requirements.

See Illustration 9.

CAUTION: To ensure that no console damage occurs,

disconnect all system cables before welding.

Installation (cont)

Speed Sensor Installation (cont)

Vansco Radar Speed Sensor

Contact a Micro-Trak sales representative for de tails on any of these products,

or call Mi cro-Trak Systems, Inc. at 1-800-328-9613.

Astro II GPS Speed Sensor

Speed Sensor Options

In addition to the standard Hall-effect magnetic speed

sensor, the MT-3405 FTW may be interfaced with a va ri ety of

other speed sensing equipment. Several options are listed

below.

ASTRO SERIES OR OTHER GPS SPEED SENSOR INTERFACES

The MT-9000 may also be used with most GPS speed sensors

that output a pulsed signal, such as the Micro-Trak Astro

II and 5, SkyTrak or Dickey-John GPS speed sensors. An

adapter cable may be required.

VANSCO

™

RADAR SPEED SENSOR

The Vansco radar speed sensor uses a microwave (radar)

signal to deliver a reliable, accurate speed signal for electronic

equipment. It features state-of-the-art electronic design/

manufacturing, rugged aluminum housing and complete

testing and certification.

RADAR INTERFACE

The MT-9000 may also be interfaced with most popular

radar ground speed sensors. An adapter cable is re quired for

proper interface.

SEE APPENDIX H FOR LIST OF ADAPTER CABLES FOR RADAR.

GPS SPEED SENSOR INTERFACE

The MT-9000 may also be used with most GPS speed sensors

that output a pulsed signal, such as SkyTrak or Dickey-John

GPS speed sensors. An adapter cable may be required.

Illustration 9

45° max

Sensor

(Green body)

Magnet

3/8” nuts

Bracket must

be rigidly

mounted

Sensor assembly must not

be mounted more than

45° from perpendicular

¼” to ½” air gap

Installation (cont)

Speed Sensor Installation (cont)

INSTALLATION NOTE: The MT-3405 M system provides

two connection points for the speed sensor. For speed

sensor installations in the cab or near the control console,

it may be more practical to use the local access connector

(YELLOW tie) exiting the rear of the console. Using this

Connecting the Speed Sensor Cable

The speed sensor cable has a GREEN sensor body and mates

with the main harness cable having a YELLOW cable tie near

the 3-pin M/P connector. Make certain that you install the

correct sensor cable and connect it to the correct connection

point on the module. The speed sensor and the flow sensor

are identical, but must be connected to the proper harness

connector. The speed sensor always connects to the main

harness lead with the YELLOW tie and flow sensor always

connects to the main harness lead with the GREEN tie.

See Illustration 10.

Illustration 10

SENSOR IDENTIFICATION CHART

SENSOR SENSOR BODY COLOR MAIN HARNESS TIE COLOR

Speed Green Yellow

Flow Green Green

BROWN TIE

BOOM THREE

BOOM FOUR

BOOM TWO

FEMALE .250 Q.D.

BOOM ONE

RED TIE

ORANGE TIE

YELLOW TIE

RED

BLACK

RED

BLACK

GREEN TIE

GRAY

FLOW

SERVO

PRESSURE

RUN/HOLD

SPEED

CHASSIS GROUND

NATURAL TIE

YELLOW TIE

GRAY TIE

YELLOW TIE

SPEED

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

BOOM FIVE

RED

BLK

MT-3405 M CONSOLE

REMOVE JUMPER COVER

TO CONFIGURE FOR BALL VA LVES.

GREEN TIE

ORANGE, BATTERY +

BLUE, BATTERY –

BLUE

FEMALE .250 Q.D.

RELIEF/MASTER

SC-3405 MODULE

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

4-PIN

SQUARE

4/P

TOWER

4-PIN

SQUARE

4/P

SHROUD

ORG

BLU

BLK

RED

ORG

BLU

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

WHT

BLK

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

W/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

W/P 150

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

WHT

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

BLK

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

BLK

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

WHT

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

3-PIN

W/P 150

SHROUD

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

FEMALE .250 Q.D.

3-PIN

M/P

TOWER

ORG

BLU

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

M/P

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

WHT

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

connection point will disable the connection point on the

module. For speed sensor installations on implements, it

may be more practical to use the speed connector exiting

the SC-3405 Module. A dust cover should be installed on

the unused speed connection point.

The flowmeter must be installed in the boom supply line

after any strainers, return lines, or valves, but before the

boom shut-off valves. Se cure ly mount flow me ter (hardware

not supplied) in a vertical position in an area away from

in tense vibration. DO NOT install flowmeter closer than 12”

to the servo valve or the boom shut-off valves. (The flow-

me ter may need periodic cleaning, so it should be easy to

remove.) The flow meter is a bidirectional meter (exception:

Polmac’s 1 ½” - 3”). Liquid can flow in either direction, but

up is preferred. Make con nec tions us ing 3/4” fit tings without

the use of reducers, elbows or sharp bends for a minimum of

six inches (15 cm) either side of meter. See Illustration 11.

NOTE: Save plastic plugs to protect flowmeter during

storage.

Installing Flow Sensor Cable

With the flowmeter in place, install the flow sensor cable

(GREEN body). See Illustration 12.

Screw sensor all the way into hole of flow me ter. Tight en 3/8”

jam nut to lock sen sor in place.

Uncoil flow sensor cable and carefully route it to meet

the module flow cable connector marked with GREEN tie.

Align connectors and press firmly together until locking

tab clicks into place. Secure cable with ties provided. See

Illustration 13.

Illustration 11

Installation (cont)

Mounting and Plumbing Flowmeter

Illustration 12

Illustration 13

Sprayer Line*

Locknut

Sensor

(green body)

Flowmeter

* NOT SUPPLIED

“L” Bracket*

Hose Clamps*

¾” NPT Male Fitting*

Hose Clamps*

5’ Hall-eect Flow Sensor Cable

with Threaded Sensor Connector

Green Body

A B C

C B A

Flow Sensor

Cable Connector

Main Harness

Flow Connector

Green Tie

If you have a positive displacement pump or a cen trif u gal

pump capable of generating excessive pressure, you must

in stall a pressure relief valve and adjust it to a safe max i-

mum pressure. If a positive dis place ment pump is operated

without a pressure relief valve, damage may re sult to pump

or other plumbing component. See Illustration 14.

Range Adjust Valve

With oversized pumps, it may be necessary to install a

range adjust valve. The range adjust valve will reduce the

pump’s output to the rest of the system. Ad just ment of this

valve is covered in the Pre-Field checkout, pages 31-32. See

Illustration 15.

Illustration 14

Illustration 15

Illustration 16

Installation (cont)

Pressure Relief Valve

Tee “C”

Tee “ A”

Pressure

Relief Valve

For Positive Displacement Pump

For Oversized Pumps

Tee “C”

Range

Adjust Valve

Tee “ A”

Installing Pressure Sensor

If you are using a pressure sensor, it must be installed before

the boom shut-off valves in your plumbing configuration.

Install the pressure sensor in the main sprayer line as close

to the boom shut-off valves as possible. See Illustration 16.

Locate the flow/run/hold cable harness and connect to the

mating (2-pin) connector with the NATURAL tie . Connect the

blue chassis ground wire to a good frame ground. Make sure

there is good metal-to-metal contact.

NOTE: The console display area for pressure will be blank

until initial nulling is complete.

To null the pressure sensor:

Place the 1. RUN/HOLD switch in HOLD.

Turn the rotary dial to 2. PRESSURE.

Press and hold the “ - ” switch for three seconds. A “0” 3.

should show on the display.

NOTE: The pressure offset can be re-nulled if a new sensor is

installed, or at any time, but the display cannot be blanked

once it is set. (In other words, if the sensor is removed, the

pressure display will still show a value, not blank).

Pressure Sensor

The servo valve installs in an unrestricted return line to the

inlet of the pump or directly into the tank. DO NOT install the

servo valve closer than 12” to the flowmeter. The servo valve

has a flow direction decal on it. Make certain that the actual

flow direction matches the decal on the servo valve. Do not

install the servo valve in the agitation line. Slow response

time and marginal operation may result. The return line

should tee from the main line just after the throttling valve.

See Illustration 17. The throttling valve is used to limit the

output (set maximum output) of the pump to the flowmeter

and servo valve. The throttling valve is adjusted to put the

servo valve in its optimal operating range. Please refer to

Pre-Field System Checkout for proper valve adjustment

procedure.

The servo valve connects directly from the module to the

3-pin W/P connector (NO tie). If more length is required, use

a 3-pin W/P extension cable of the appropriate length. If

using a Braglia or other 12-volt control valve, please refer to

Appendix C.

Relief Valve

The relief valve is used to “dump” pressure when all boom

valves are turned off. Whenever all the boom control

switches are turned off, or when HOLD is selected with the

master switch, the relief valve should be open. Use this

plumbing illustration (See Illustration 18) as your pattern

for proper installation if your relief valve has a flow-through

port. DO NOT install the relief valve closer than 12” to the

flowmeter. Locate a 2-pin solenoid cable and connect it to

the relief valve using an appropriate method. Connect a

2-pin M/P connector to the module cable with no colored

tie. Be careful not to connect the relief valve cable to one

of the boom shut-off leads. All of the boom shut-off leads

have a colored tie near the 2-pin M/P connector. The relief

solenoid lead does not.

If all valves are NOT the same type (all solenoid or all ball

valves), refer to Appendix B for wiring instructions.

If your relief valve does not have flow-through port, you must

add a “T” fitting. See Illustration 19.

NOTE: To as sure a good con nec tion and avoid corrosion,

coat electrical connections with sil i cone grease.

Illustration 18

Illustration 19

Illustration 17

“T” Fitting

Servo

Valve

Relief

Solenoid

Return to pump

inlet or unrestricted

return to tank

Servo Valve Cable

Fr om Pump

Throttling Valve

T o Flowmeter

Servo Valve

RELIEF SOLENOID

Installation (cont)

Servo, Throttling Valves

NOTE: The servo valve may be installed in the main spray

line (in-line). For in-line use, you will need to calibrate for

in-line (see Calibration section). Failure to set for in-line will

result in backwards operation of the servo valve.

RED cable tie near the connector. Boom three (3) connects

to the mating connector with the ORANGE cable tie near the

connector. Boom four (4) connects to the mating connector

with the YELLOW cable tie near the connector. Boom five (5)

connects to the mating connector with the GREEN cable tie

near the connector. See Illustration 20.

NOTE: To configure your system using 2-wire motorized

ball valve shut-offs, remove jumper cover from the

2-conductor cable exiting the back of the MT-3405 M

console. If using this system with 3-wire or 4-wire motorized

ball valve shut-offs, see Appendix B.

Plumb boom valves with flow-through port as shown.

Boom valves of differing designs may require a “T” fitting.

See Illustration 20. Make certain to use adequately sized

plumbing lines to avoid ex ces sive pressure drops. DO NOT

install the shut-off valves closer than 12” to the flowmeter.

Locate the boom shut-off cables. Crimp the insulated female

quick disconnect terminals provided with the cables to

both wires. (If valves have wires, crimp mating terminals on

those wires). Attach the cables to the terminals on the boom

valves. Normally, wires connect red to red and black to black.

If valves operate backwards, reverse connections. Apply

silicone grease to the ter mi nal connections to help prevent

corrosion and insure a good electrical con nec tion.

Locate the colored cable ties included with the boom

shut-off cables. Attach a BROWN tie near the 2-pin M/P

connector on the boom one (1) cable. Attach a RED tie near

the 2-pin M/P connector on the boom two (2) cable. Attach

an ORANGE tie near the 2-pin M/P connector on the boom

three (3) cable. Attach a YELLOW tie near the 2-pin M/P

connector on the boom four (4) cable. Attach a GREEN tie

near the 2-pin M/P connector on the boom five (5) cable.

Connect the 2-pin M/P connectors to the mating con nec-

tors on the module. Boom one (1) connects to the mating

connector with the BROWN cable tie near the connec tor.

Boom two (2) connects to the mating connector with the

Boom 1

(brown tie)

Boom 2

(red tie)

Boom 3

(orange tie)

Boom 4

(yellow tie)

Boom 5

(green tie)

Illustration 20

Installation (cont)

Boom Shut-off Valves

BROWN TIE

BOOM THREE

BOOM FOUR

BOOM TWO

FEMALE .250 Q.D.

BOOM ONE

RED TIE

ORANGE TIE

YELLOW TIE

RED

BLACK

RED

BLACK

GREEN TIE

GRAY

FLOW

SERVO

PRESSURE

RUN/HOLD

SPEED

CHASSIS GROUND

NATURAL TIE

YELLOW TIE

GRAY TIE

YELLOW TIE

SPEED

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

BOOM FIVE

RED

BLK

MT-3405 M CONSOLE

REMOVE JUMPER COVER

TO CONFIGURE FOR BALL VA LVES.

GREEN TIE

ORANGE, BATTERY +

BLUE, BATTERY –

BLUE

FEMALE .250 Q.D.

RELIEF/MASTER

SC-3405 MODULE

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

4-PIN

SQUARE

4/P

TOWER

4-PIN

SQUARE

4/P

SHROUD

ORG

BLU

BLK

RED

ORG

BLU

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

WHT

BLK

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

W/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

W/P 150

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

WHT

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

BLK

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

BLK

2-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

2-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

WHT

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

3-PIN

W/P 150

SHROUD

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

RED

BLK

FEMALE .250 Q.D.

3-PIN

M/P

TOWER

ORG

BLU

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

M/P 150

TOWER

3-PIN

M/P

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

3-PIN

M/P 150

SHROUD

RED

WHT

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

Rockshaft Control Lever Mounting

The MT-3405M system provides two connection points for

the run/hold. For run/hold in stal la tions in the cab or near

the control con sole, it may be more prac ti cal to use the local

access con nec tor (GRAY tie) ex it ing the rear of the con sole.

For run/hold sensor in stal la tions on im ple ments, it may be

more practical to use the run/hold connector at the module.

A jumper cover must be installed on the unused run/hold

connection point or the system will always be in HOLD and

the boom control valves will not function.

The run/hold sensor cable has a black body and a GRAY tie

near the 3-pin M/P connector and mates with the module

cable having a GRAY cable tie near the 3-pin M/P connector.

Make certain that you install the correct sen sor cable and

connect it to the correct connector on the module. The run/

hold sensor has a BLACK body. DO NOT use a speed/flow

sensor (GREEN body). See wiring diagram on the previous

page. A jumper cover should be installed on the unused run/

hold connection point.

Attach a magnet to a lever or some part of the •

equipment that moves when the im ple ment is raised

and lowered. The Hall-effect run/hold sensor is sensitive

only to the south pole (side with dashed line) of the

magnet. Check the polarity of the magnet by bring-

ing it near the run/hold sensor with the console

turned on. Note and mark the face of the magnet

that is toward the sensor when the console does not

indicate “HOLD.” When the mag net is away from the

sen sor, the con sole will be in HOLD and will shut

off the boom valves and stop count ing acres.

NOTE: The run/hold kit includes a 5’ sensor cable and 10’

extension. You may re quire additional extension cables

which are avail able in 5 ft. (1.5 m), 10 ft. (3 m), 15 ft. (4.5 m),

20 ft. (6 m) and 25 ft. (7.6 m) lengths.

You may also use a toggle or other type switch. Sim ply •

cut the blue jumper wire in the dust cover and splice

on an appropriate length of wire to reach your switch.

When switch is closed, console is in RUN. When the

switch is open, the console is in HOLD.

NOTE: Do not apply power to run/hold wires.

Hydraulic Cylinder Mounting

Magnet and sensor are in line when equipment is lowered

and operating.

Lift Wheel Mounting

Installation (cont)

Remote Run/Hold

1/8” to 3/8 “ (6 mm to 13 mm)

space when equipment is

down and operating

Sensor Cable

(black body)

Magnet

South

North

Run Position

Hold

Position

Run

Position

Hold

Position

Sensor

(Black body)

Magnet

North

South

Sensor (Black body)

1/8” to 3/8”

(6 mm to 13 mm)

when wheels are up

Magnet

South

North

Tee “B”*

Throttle valve*

* Items not included with system.

Tee “A ”*

Agitation

valve*

Strainer*

Pump*

Tank

shut-o valve*

Speed sensor

(green body)

Yellow tie

Optional

relief

valve

Servo

valve

To booms

Flow sensor

(green body)

Brown

tie

Red

tie

Orange

tie

Yellow

tie

Green

tie

Natural

tie

Optional

pressure

sensor

Run/hold sensor*

(black body)

Battery*

Local access

run/hold connection

Remove jumper cover

to congure for ball valves

Local access

speed connection

A B C

3405 M Console

A B C

Gray tie

Green

tie

SC-3405

Module

A B

A B C

Installation (cont)

MT-3405M Plumbing Overview Diagram

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