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FORCE™ Boom

Operator's Manual

10637903 (10/04)

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HARDI®Inc. in the U.S. and in other countries.

FORCE™ Boom

Operator's Manual

10637903 (10/04)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION........................................................................4

2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION ...........................................................5

3.0 GLOSSARY .............................................................................10

4.0 PREPARATION........................................................................11

5.0 HYDRAULIC HOOK-UP ..........................................................11

5.1 HZ Hydraulics Joystick Controls..................................12

5.2 ‘DH’ Hydraulics (Optional) ...........................................13

6.0 OPERATING THE HYDRAULIC FORCE™ BOOM .................14

6.1 Releasing The FORCE™ Boom From Transport

Supports......................................................................14

6.2 Unfolding And Folding the Boom.................................15

6.3 Tilting Boom ................................................................17

7.0 ADJUSTMENTS ......................................................................18

7.1 Adjustment And Maintenance Intervals ......................18

7.2 Boom Adjustments and Alignments ............................19

7.3 Boom Transport Adjustments ......................................27

7.4 Boom Wheel Position ..................................................29

7.5 Boom Hydraulic Adjustments......................................30

8.0 MAINTENANCE.......................................................................32

8.1 Greasing the Paralift™................................................32

8.2 Lubrication of the Lift Frame .......................................32

8.3 Greasing the Center Frame ........................................33

8.4 Greasing The Boom ....................................................33

8.5 Greasing The Breakaway Clutch.................................34

8.6 Maintenance of Boom Wheel ......................................34

8.7 Dampening Cylinder ...................................................35

8.8 Nozzle Filters ..............................................................36

8.9 In-Line Filters (Optional)..............................................36

8.10 Nozzle Tubes And Fittings...........................................36

8.11 Maintenance Of Triplets ..............................................37

8.12 Outer Wing Shear Pin .................................................38

9.0 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE .....................................39

9.1 Follow Safe Transport And Towing Procedures...........39

9.2 Winter Storage ............................................................40

10.0 TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................41

10.1 Hydraulic Systems ......................................................41

10.2 Mechanical Problems..................................................42

10.3 Hydraulic Schematics..................................................43

11.0 WARRANTY POLICY AND CONDITIONS..............................45

12.0 NOTES ....................................................................................47

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Dear Owner,

Thank you for purchasing a HARDI®product and welcome to the ever-

increasing family of HARDI®sprayer owners.

Our sprayers and accessories are rapidly becoming a familiar sight

on North American farms. We believe that this results from growers

becoming increasingly conscious of crop protection input costs and the

vital need for cost effective application equipment.

Please take the time to thoroughly read the Operator’s Manual before

using your equipment.You will ﬁnd many helpful hints as well as

important safety and operation information.

Some of the features on your FORCE™ boom were suggested by

growers. There is no substitute for “on farm” experience and we invite

your comments and suggestions. If any portion of this instruction book

remains unclear after reading it, contact your HARDI®dealer or service

personnel for further explanation before using the equipment.

For Product, Service or Warranty Information:

- Please contact your local HARDI®dealer.

To contact HARDI®directly:

- Please use the HARDI®Customer Service number: 1-866-770-7063

- Or send your email to CUSTSER[email protected]

HARDI®INC. Visit us online at: www.hardi-us.com

Sincerely,

Tom L. Kinzenbaw

President

HARDI®MIDWEST

1500 West 76th St.

Davenport, Iowa 52806

Phone: (563) 386-1730

Fax: (563) 386-1710

HARDI®GREAT LAKES

290 Sovereign Rd.

London, Ontario N6M 1B3

Phone: (519) 659-2771

Fax: (519) 659-2821

HARDI® WEST COAST

8550 W. Roosevelt Avenue

Visalia, California 93291

Phone: (559) 651-4016

Fax: (559) 651-4160

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

The HARDI®FORCE™ boom is constructed from a 3-dimensional

design offering exceptional strength, stability and low maintenance.

80', 88' and 90' FORCE™ booms have Bi-fold wings (also 110' prior to

2002), while 100', 120' and 132' FORCE™ booms have Tri-fold wings.

The trapeze and link arms make the FORCE™ boom friction free with

less service and wear on the parts.

The FORCE™ boom is offered with an HZ type of hydraulic system

that features simultaneous inner wing fold and outer wing fold as well

as individual wing tilt. For "closed center" tractor hydraulics systems, an

optional "DH" (Direct acting Hydraulics) control box is available. Both

systems require one single acting and one double acting hydraulic

outlet on the tractor and a 12V-power supply for the in-cab mounted

controls.

The FORCE™ boom is ﬁtted with triplet nozzle bodies that can be set

up for a variety of spraying applications.

HARDI®FORCE™ Boom (110’ shown)

Fig. 1

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2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING

ALWAYS READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE

USING EQUIPMENT

DO NOT REMOVE ANY SAFETY DEVICES OR

SHIELDS. NEVER SERVICE, CLEAN OR REPAIR A

MACHINE WHILE IT IS OPERATING

WARNING

ALWAYS WATCH FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IT MEANS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

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RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION

This is the Safety-alert symbol. When you see

this symbol on your machine or in this manual,

be alert to the potential for personal injury.

Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.

2.1 Follow Safety Instructions

- Carefully read all the safety messages in this manual and the

safety labels ﬁtted to the machine. Keep safety labels in good

condition. Replace missing or damaged safety labels. Be sure

that new equipment components include any current safety

labels. Replacement safety labels are available from your

authorized HARDI®dealer.

- Learn how to operate the spray boom and controls properly. Do

not let anyone operate the machine without proper instructions.

- Keep your FORCE™ boom in proper working condition.

Unauthorized modiﬁcations or use may impair the function and

or safety and affect the spray boom’s life.

- If you do not understand any part of this manual and need

assistance, please contact your authorized HARDI®dealer.

2.2 Operating The FORCE™ Boom Safely

1. Read the complete manual carefully and become familiar

with the operation of the equipment before initial operation of each

spraying season. Failure to do so may result in possible over or

under application of spray solution which may drastically affect crop

production or lead to personal injury.

2. Before starting the engine on the tractor unit, be sure all

operating controls are in the off or neutral position, including (but

not limited to) the P.T.O. shaft and or spray controls. Be sure the

tractor power train is disengaged.

3. Operate spray and boom functions only when seated in the

operator’s seat.

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4. One of the most frequent causes of personal injury or death

results from persons falling off or being run over. Do not permit

others to ride on or in. Only one person - the operator - should be

on the machine when in operation.

5. Before leaving the tractor seat, stop the engine, put all controls

in neutral, and put the transmission control lever in the park position

or neutral with the brakes locked. Read the tractor operation manual

for added safety precautions.

6. P.T.O. driven equipment can cause serious injury. Before

working on or near the P.T.O. shaft, servicing or cleaning the

equipment, put P.T.O. lever in the DISENGAGE position and stop

the engine.

7. Do not fold or unfold boom near overhead wires. Serious injury

or death could result if contact is made with electric wires.

8. Keep hands, feet & clothing away from moving parts.

9. Wear relatively tight and belted clothing to prevent from being

caught on some part of the machine.

10.Slow down when turning, especially with boom extended.

11.Always keep children away from your sprayer and/or tractor unit.

12.Before transporting the sprayer ensure that the boom is fully folded

and fully locked into transport rests and stops. Ensure all locking

devices are fully engaged whether hydraulic or mechanical.

13.Slow moving tractors and spray equipment can create a hazard

when on public roads. Avoid personal injury or death resulting from

any accidents by using ﬂashing lights. Local regulations may require

installation of ﬂashing warning lights.

14.Avoid injuries from high pressure ﬂuids penetrating the skin by

relieving system pressure before disconnecting hydraulics or other

lines. Ensure all ﬁttings are tight before applying pressure to the

system.

15.Understand service procedures before undertaking any

maintenance. Never lubricate, service, or adjust the spray boom

while its operating. Securely support any components before

working on them.

16.Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damaged

parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove

excessive buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

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2.3 Handling Chemical Products Safely

1. Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause serious

injury. These chemicals can include lubricants, coolants, paints,

adhesives and agricultural chemicals. Material Safety Data Sheets

(M.S.D.S.) are available for all hazardous chemicals which inform

the user of speciﬁc details including, physical and health hazards,

safety procedures, and emergency response techniques.

2. Protective clothing such as rubber gloves, goggles, coveralls

and respirator must be worn during operation. All protective clothing

should be kept in excellent condition and cleaned regularly or

discarded.

3. If chemicals come in contact with any exposed skin areas,

wash immediately with clean water and detergent. Never place

nozzle tips or any other components that have been exposed to

chemicals to mouth to blow out obstructions. Use a soft brush to

clean spray nozzles.

4. Dedicate an area to ﬁll, ﬂush, calibrate and decontaminate

sprayer where chemicals will not drift or run off to contaminate

people, animals, vegetation, water supply, etc. Locate this area

where there is virtually no chance of children being in contact with

this residue.

5. Decontaminate equipment used in mixing, transferring,

and applying chemicals after use. Follow the instructions on the

chemical label for the correct procedure required. Wash spray

residue from outside of the sprayer to prevent corrosion.

6. Extreme care should be taken in measuring spray products.

Powders should be used in suitable sized packages or weighed

accurately. Liquids should be poured into a suitable graduated

container. Keep chemical containers low when pouring. Wear a

ﬁltered respirator and let the wind blow away from you to avoid dust

and/or splashes contacting the skin or hair.

7. Store chemicals in a separate, plainly marked locked building.

Keep the chemical in its original container with the label intact.

8. Dispose all empty containers after rinsing in accordance with

local regulations & by-laws. Dispose of all unused chemicals and

left over fertilizer in an approved manner.

9. Keep a ﬁrst aid kit and ﬁre extinguisher available at all times

when handling chemicals.

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