ULTRA Linear Operators Manual PDF

Irrigation Company
Hastings, Nebraska
ULTRA Linear System
OPERATION AND
TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL
CD90461 January 2011

PLC Vers. 0.4.16 to 0.4.20
T L Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1. General Information ........................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1.1. Qualified Operators .................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1.2. Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................. 5
1.2. Guidelines for System Operation ....................................................................................................................... 5
1.3. ULTRA Linear Components .............................................................................................................................. 6
1.4. ULTRA Linear System Operation Modes Overview........................................................................................... 6
1.4.1. Linear Mode.............................................................................................................................................. 6
1.4.2. Pivot Mode................................................................................................................................................ 7
1.4.3. “0” Zero Position vs. “180” Position of Spans ........................................................................................... 7
1.4.4. Rotation of Tractor for L-Shaped Field ..................................................................................................... 7
1.4.5. Towable Option ........................................................................................................................................ 8
1.5. Linear System Guidance Notes (See Section 5.1) ............................................................................................ 8
1.5.1. System Guidance - keeps spans perpendicular to the Tractor ................................................................. 8
1.5.2. Tractor Guidance - keeps Tractor on straight path ................................................................................... 9
1.5.3. Storage of Rotation Arm and Tie Rod ..................................................................................................... 10
2. CONTROL PANEL ................................................................................................................................... 11
2.1. Control Panel Overview ................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2. Board Power Up and Keypad Operation ......................................................................................................... 12
2.3. Setting Speed & Direction of the System......................................................................................................... 12
2.4. STATUS Key ................................................................................................................................................... 13
2.5. DATE/TIMES Key ............................................................................................................................................ 13
2.6. SYSTEM SETUP Key...................................................................................................................................... 13
2.7. EG AREAS Key ............................................................................................................................................... 15
2.8. AUX APPL Key ................................................................................................................................................ 15
2.9. GUID SETUP Key ........................................................................................................................................... 16
2.10. RUN SETUP Key............................................................................................................................................. 17
2.11. TEST/ENTER Key ........................................................................................................................................... 19
2.12. SAFETY HISTORY Key .................................................................................................................................. 19
2.13. Direction Override Pushbuttons ....................................................................................................................... 19
2.14. Distance Counter ............................................................................................................................................. 20
2.14.1. Distance Counter Explanation ................................................................................................................ 20
2.14.2. Distance Counter Use – Set to Auto Stop or Auto Reverse .................................................................... 20
2.14.3. Distance Counter Use – AUX APPL ....................................................................................................... 21
2.15. Example Programming .................................................................................................................................... 21
3. INITIAL START-UP OF SYSTEM ............................................................................................................ 23
3.1. Setup of Control Panel .................................................................................................................................... 23
3.2. Initial Start-up Checklist ................................................................................................................................... 25
3.3. Operational Check of Safeties Wired into PLC Panel ...................................................................................... 27
3.4. Operational Check of Safeties Generated by PLC Panel ................................................................................ 27
4. OPERATION OF SYSTEM ....................................................................................................................... 28
4.1. Linear Mode – General Operation ................................................................................................................... 28
4.1.1. Make sure stop locations are set. ........................................................................................................... 28
4.1.2. Set the “0” or “180” Span Position. ......................................................................................................... 28
4.1.3. Set Zero Position of BEI Encoder. .......................................................................................................... 29
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4.1.4. Set the Direction and Application of the System. .................................................................................... 29
4.1.5. Use SYSTEM Toggle Switch to control movement of system. ............................................................... 29
4.1.6. Automatic Speed Control of System. ...................................................................................................... 29
4.1.7. All Toggle Switches up (RUN) before leaving the field. .......................................................................... 29
4.1.8. Auto Stop or Auto Reverse of System. ................................................................................................... 30
4.2. Linear Mode – Hose Drag................................................................................................................................ 30
4.2.1. Water Shutoff Valve Operation. .............................................................................................................. 30
4.2.2. Couple Hose to Tractor, Plug Other Side. .............................................................................................. 31
4.2.3. Hose Change Operation. ........................................................................................................................ 31
4.3. Linear Mode – Ditch Feed ............................................................................................................................... 32
4.3.1. Linear Water Pump Priming and Operation, 12VDC Vacuum Primer. .................................................... 32
4.3.2. Linear Water Pump Priming and Operation, Hydraulic Motorized Primer. .............................................. 32
4.4. Pivot Mode – Pivoting the Spans ..................................................................................................................... 34
4.4.1. Make sure physical stop location is set in addition to programmed stop location. .................................. 34
4.4.2. Connect Anchor Chains to Tractor.......................................................................................................... 34
4.4.3. Set system to PIVOT MODE in RUN SETUP. ........................................................................................34
4.4.4. Set Direction and Speed on STATUS Screen 1. .................................................................................... 35
4.4.5. Use SYSTEM Toggle Switch to control movement of system. ............................................................... 35
4.4.6. Appropriate Toggle Switches up (RUN) before leaving the field. ............................................................ 35
4.5. Rotation of Tractor for “L” Shaped Field .......................................................................................................... 35
4.5.1. Rotate Tractor – Must be in LINEAR Mode. ........................................................................................... 36
4.5.2. ENABLE “Rotate Ultra Tractor 90 Degrees”. .......................................................................................... 36
4.5.3. Set Tractor Wheels into ROTATE position. ............................................................................................ 36
4.5.4. Disengage 2 Gears (Diagonal from each other). .................................................................................... 36
4.5.5. Switch Tractor (Right Side) Direction Coils on Hydraulic Panel. ............................................................. 37
4.5.6. Set Guidance out of the way to Rotate if Above Cable or Furrow or Ditch Guidance. ............................ 37
4.5.7. Tell Panel System is Ready to Rotate. ................................................................................................... 37
4.5.8. Exit RUN SETUP and access STATUS Screen 1................................................................................... 37
4.5.9. Set Rotation Direction on STATUS Screen 1. ........................................................................................ 38
4.5.10. Start Tractor Rotating, Then Set Speed. Stop Rotation when Finished. ................................................ 38
4.5.11. Set Tractor Equipment Back to Linear Operation ................................................................................... 38
4.5.12. Pivot Spans Perpendicular to Tractor. .................................................................................................... 38
4.6. Towable Option ............................................................................................................................................... 39
4.6.1. Set Linear Spans into Tow Position. ....................................................................................................... 39
4.6.2. Set Tractor Guidance.............................................................................................................................. 39
4.6.3. Disconnect Water Supply Connections................................................................................................... 39
4.6.4. Prepare “Pull Side” of Tractor to Tow. .................................................................................................... 39
4.6.5. Prepare “Trailing Side” of Tractor to Tow. ............................................................................................... 40
4.6.6. Disengage ALL Gears. ........................................................................................................................... 40
4.6.7. Adjust Tie Clevis so System Tracks Straight. ......................................................................................... 40
4.6.8. Begin Towing System ............................................................................................................................. 40
4.7. Using ETSEN PRI & REF SFTY ...................................................................................................................... 41
4.7.1. Disable in “RUN SETUP” ........................................................................................................................ 41
4.7.2. SYSTEM Toggle to RUN Position, Operate System ............................................................................... 41
5. GUIDANCE OF ULTRA LINEAR .............................................................................................................. 42
5.1. Linear System Guidance ................................................................................................................................. 42
5.1.1. Uses Angle Sensor in Collector Ring ...................................................................................................... 42
5.1.2. Zero BEI Encoder Angle in GUID SETUP .............................................................................................. 42
5.1.3. Keep Connections Tight ......................................................................................................................... 42
5.1.4. Alignment Cables Tight, System in Alignment 5.1.4a Check Lower Swivel Elbow ................................ 42
5.1.5. Use TEST SCREEN 3 to Monitor System Guidance. ............................................................................. 43
5.1.6. Excessive Angle will Push or Pull Tractor. .............................................................................................. 43
5.2. Tractor Guidance – Overview .......................................................................................................................... 44
5.2.1. Hydraulic Circuit...................................................................................................................................... 44
5.2.2. Hydraulic Control Panel Circuit ............................................................................................................... 44
5.2.3. Oil Flow Path .......................................................................................................................................... 45
5.2.4. Steering .................................................................................................................................................. 45
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5.3. Tractor Guidance – Above Ground Cable ....................................................................................................... 46

5.3.1. Components ........................................................................................................................................... 46
5.3.2. Proximity Controller Operation................................................................................................................ 46
5.3.3. SAFETY & SYSTEM Toggle Switches ................................................................................................... 46
5.3.4. Linear Logic Board in Tractor Guidance Panel ....................................................................................... 47
5.3.5. Use of Components ................................................................................................................................ 47
5.4. Tractor Guidance – Buried Wire ...................................................................................................................... 48
5.4.1. Buried Wire Guidance Components ....................................................................................................... 48
5.4.2. Buried Wire Guidance Tractor Panel ...................................................................................................... 48
5.4.3. Use of Components ................................................................................................................................ 48
6. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................. 49
6.1. Safety Messages Switches Wired to PLC – Engine May Die when 117 Released. ......................................... 49
6.2. Safety Messages Caused by PLC – Quick Reference .................................................................................... 50
6.3. Other Problems – Quick Reference ................................................................................................................. 50
6.4. PLC Control Panel Circuit Board ..................................................................................................................... 51
6.5. Right End Tower Control Manifold Components ............................................................................................. 52
6.6. Point Manifold PCB (Printed Circuit Board) ..................................................................................................... 52
6.7. Tractor Hydraulic Panel Components (Left End) ............................................................................................. 53
6.8. Tractor Control Panels – Electric & Hydraulic .................................................................................................. 55
6.9. Above Cable Tractor Guidance Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 70
6.9.1. General Overview ................................................................................................................................... 70
6.10. Buried Wire Tractor Guidance Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 71
6.10.1. General Overview ................................................................................................................................... 71
6.10.2. Guidance Board Indicator LED’s. ........................................................................................................... 72
6.10.3. Low or No Oscillator Signal. ................................................................................................................... 72
6.10.4. Guidance Board “PRI” LED on. .............................................................................................................. 73
6.11. Tractor Pushed or Pulled off Guidance............................................................................................................ 73
6.11.1. Excessive Angle will Push or Pull Tractor. .............................................................................................. 73
6.12. BEI Encoder Not Reading. .............................................................................................................................. 73
6.12.1. Check Wiring of BEI Encoder. ................................................................................................................ 73
6.12.2. Check Jumpers on PLC Bd and RX1 LED. ............................................................................................ 74
6.12.3. Check Power and Signal Lines. .............................................................................................................. 74
7. APPENDIX 1: CALIBRATION OF ROLLING RADIUS .......................................................................... 75
8. APPENDIX 2: WIRING DIAGRAMS ....................................................................................................... 77
8.1. Cable Routing (Jan. 2008 – April 2010).......................................................................................................... 77
8.2. Cable Routing (May 2010 - )................................................................................................................... 78
8.3. Precision Linear Control Panel Internal Wiring – Top Half vers 4 & 5 Bd ........................................................ 79
8.4. Precision Linear Control Panel Internal Wiring – Bottom Half vers. 4 & 5 Bd. ................................................. 80
8.5. Power & Safety Conns. Wiring ........................................................................................................................ 81
8.6. Tractor Hydraulic Manifold Panel Wiring (May 2010 - ) ............................................................................ 82
8.7. Above Ground Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010) ....................................................... 83
8.8. Above Ground Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - ) ............................................................... 84
8.9. PLC Panel to Above Ground Tractor Guidance Panel Wiring ......................................................................... 85
8.10. Buried Wire Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010) ............................................................. 86
8.11. Buried Wire Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - ) ..................................................................... 87

8.12. PLC Panel to Buried Wire Tractor Guidance Panel Wiring .............................................................................. 88
8.13. Straddle Ditch Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010) ........................................................89
8.14. Straddle Ditch Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - ) ............................................................... 90
8.15. PLC Panel to Straddle Ditch Tractor Guidance Panel Wiring .......................................................................... 91
8.16. PLC Panel 20/15 Swivel Cable Wiring ............................................................................................................. 92
8.17. Water Pressure Sensor Wiring ........................................................................................................................ 92
8.18. Collector Ring Wiring ....................................................................................................................................... 93
8.19. Right End Tower Wiring ................................................................................................................................... 94
9. APPENDIX 3: Service Parts ................................................................................................................... 95
10. APPENDIX 4: Set-Up Records ............................................................................................................... 96

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. General Information

This ULTRA Linear Operators Manual is to be used in conjunction with the standard T-L PIVOT
OPERATORS MANUAL and LINEAR HOSE DRAG or DITCH FEED OPERATORS MANUALS. Please read
these manuals completely before operation of the system. If any questions arise, please contact your T-L
Dealer.
1.1.1. Qualified Operators
Personnel operating the ULTRA Linear System must be experienced with operating
mechanized irrigation systems and must have read this entire Operators Manual. Knowledge
of system operation is essential for safe and reliable performance.
1.1.2. Maintenance
For the pivot spans and drive train, follow the recommended “Service and Maintenance”
procedures as described in the T-L PIVOT OPERATORS MANUAL. Additional maintenance
items for the ULTRA Linear Tractor are described later in this manual.
1.2. Guidelines for System Operation

The following guidelines have been established from experience with T-L linear systems. These guidelines
must be followed for satisfactory linear performance.
1. A STRAIGHT Guidance Cable or Buried Wire is the most important single item for successful operation.
The guidance reference (above ground cable or buried wire) should be surveyed straight from end to end.
Above Ground Cable: The cable should run 1/2 way up from the bottom of the guidance wand. The
cable must be kept free of weeds and obstructions. Install end of cable stops at the end of each run.
2. A Flat, Uniform, Dry, Hard Roadway for the tractor is necessary for proper guidance and traction. The
roadway must be maintained free of wheel tracks or ruts and must be solid to minimize wheel slippage.
The roadway must be maintained to minimize the dirt pulled in the hose loop.
3. Wheel tracks must be controlled on all towers. A dry pass followed by a light application on the first
irrigation is required to establish a track base and reduce the possibility of deep rutting on subsequent
irrigations. Wheel track depth should not exceed 4-6" and should be filled if they cause guidance shut
downs. Special caution should be taken with pivoting linears to reduce wheel tracks.
4. Deep Furrows parallel to the tracks of the system MUST be avoided, as they can put a side load on the
system and cause guidance and structural problems. Row Crops can be planted parallel to the tower
tracks BUT the rows MUST be planted perfectly parallel to the wheel tracks. Planting perpendicular to
wheel tracks may be done on shallow furrows.
5. The Maximum Side Slope is 3% measured perpendicular to the direction of the travel.
6. The Maximum Slope of 5% should not be exceeded along the travel path of the system.
7. Sudden or Extreme Terrain Changes should be avoided because they can cause excessive
compression or tension and/or guidance irregularity.
8. Minimum Travel Speed on all T-L Linears is 8 Inches per Minute.
9. Install the Physical Barricades for the Right end tower at the field ends.

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1.3. ULTRA Linear Components
ULTRA TRACTOR RIGHT END TOWER
Collector Ring
with Encoder End Tower
Manifold
Tractor Guidance
Control Panel
Precision Linear
Control Panel (PLC)
Tractor Hydraulic
Control Panel
May 2010 change to Auto Stop/
Yellow Panel Reverse Assy
(Manifold Assy). Engine
Panel
Figure 1. ULTRA Linear System Components
1.4. ULTRA Linear System Operation Modes Overview

1.4.1. Linear Mode
- Left End (Tractor) and Right End move the same direction and same speed (unless steering).
Forward Reverse
- facing controls. - facing controls.
- to the Left. - to the Right.
Figure 2. Linear Mode Operation. Figure 3. Ultra Tractor in Linear Mode.

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1.4.2. Pivot Mode

- Left End (Tractor) stationary, Right End determines pivoting speed and direction.
Figure 4. Pivot Mode Operation. Figure 5. Spans in Pivot Mode.
1.4.3. “0” Zero Position vs. “180” Position of Spans

- When the spans are pivoted 180 degrees, they will be over the control panels.
Figure 6. Span Position – “0” or “180”.
1.4.4. Rotation of Tractor for L-Shaped Field

- Spans pivoted 90 degrees. Tractor can be Rotated 90 degrees. See later section for details.

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Figure 7. Rotation of Tractor.
1.4.5. Towable Option

- System can be towed from either side of the ULTRA tractor. See later section for details.
Figure 8. Towing System.
1.5. Linear System Guidance Notes (See Section 5.1)

1.5.1. System Guidance - keeps spans perpendicular to the Tractor
- Uses Encoder in Collector Ring to measure the angle between spans and tractor.
Encoder in
Collector Ring
Measures Angle.
Figure 9. Encoder in Collector Ring. Figure 10. Measure Angle.
- Keep fit-up tight for improved sensitivity.
Keep Shims in
- Set Screw Tight.
place and tight.
- Fork snug.
- Mounts tight.
Nipple tied
to fork.
Figure 11. Fit-up Snug for Improved Sensitivity.

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- Make sure Jumpers are in place on the back of the PLC Board and that RX1 is flashing.
RX1 LED
flashing
Jumpers on
J6 and
J8.
Figure 11a. Check PLC Board.
1.5.2. Tractor Guidance - keeps Tractor on straight path

- Uses Above Ground Cable, Buried Wire, Furrow, or Concrete Ditch for reference line.
- Guidance components on tractor should be set so the tractor follows the same path in Forward
and Reverse.
- Explained in more detail later.
Figure 12. Buried Wire Guidance Figure 13. Above Cable Guidance
- Steers Tractor by changing speeds of tires on each side.
Figure 14. Tractor Guidance Operation.

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- Make sure Guidance Components are set properly (Above Ground Cable or Buried Wire).
Figure 15. Guidance Component Checks.
1.5.3. Storage of Rotation Arm and Tie Rod
TIE ROD
(TOW OPTION)
ROTATION
ARM
Figure 16. Storage Location for Rotation Arms and Tie Rods.

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2. CONTROL PANEL
2.1. Control Panel Overview

1
FWD APPL 0.75”

AS
3 6
STEERING = L1:R2
4 7
Figure 17. Control Panel Overview.
1 Backlit LCD Screen: Backlighting turns off after 2 minutes of no key presses. Press any
key to turn backlighting on.
2 Keypad: 12 Keys for operator use. See explanations following for more detail.
3 Power Switch: RUN = Operation with Engine Running.

PROGRAM = Setup with Engine Off, powered direct from battery.
(Note: System can run in “Program”, but battery will
drain after system shutoff – Panel will stay powered.)
4 System Switch: RUN = Start End Towers moving the set spd & dir., Log Safeties.
STOP = Stop End Towers from moving.
(Note: Toggle from STOP to RUN to STOP to save
changes made to application rate on Status Screen.)
5 Safety Switch: RUN = Safeties from Tractor Guidance Panel active.

(Note: Leave in RUN Position, unless system has tracked off of
guidance cable or wire. Under normal operation, must be
in RUN before SYSTEM switch (4) is moved to RUN.
START = Ignore Safeties from Tractor Guidance Panel.
6 Water Pressure Switch: RUN = Analog Water Pressure and Switch Gauge active.
START = Ignore Water Pressure safeties, run system dry.
7 Hydraulic Pressure Sw.: RUN = Hydr. Tank 1500 PSI Switch active.
START = Ignore Hydr. Tank 1500 PSI Switch.
(Note: MUST BE IN RUN position before leaving field.)

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2.2. Board Power Up and Keypad Operation
T-L IRRIGATION FIRMWARE VERSION

Title Screen MUST BE 0.4.11 or later.
PRECISION LINEAR (03.1 or earlier will NOT
CONTROL V4.11 work with ULTRA.)
AUTO STOP SAFETY

Safety Message THR 11/30/06 10:58A
(after safety shutdown) (Press Enter)
FWD APPL 0.75”

Status Screen 1 AS
(default screen)
STEERING = L1:R2
Press Key to
access function.
Press Key again
to exit.
Figure 18. Board Power-Up & Keypad Operation.
2.3. Setting Speed & Direction of the System

Use the DIRECTION Key to select FWD or REV,
Use the “+” and “-“ keys to adjust the Application Rate. Test Screen 1 will show the travel speed.
Test Screen 1 shows speed.

DIRECTION Key
- Toggles FWD & REV
SET IPM 018
LEFT SENSOR *
RIGHT SENSOR *
“+” & “-“ Keys
- Adjust Appl. in 0.05”
increments.
Figure 19. Setting System Speed and Direction.

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2.4. STATUS Key

Press “STATUS” key to advance through screens.
FWD APPL 0.75” Line 1 = Direction, Application

AS Line 2 = Auto Stop or Auto Rev
STATUS SCREEN 1 EG L R Line 3 = End Guns On (if used)
STEERING = L1:R1 AO Line 4 = Steering Status
(AO shown if in Anti-Oversteer)
WED 7/29/08 10:23A Line 1 = Current Date & Time

STATUS SCREEN 2 SET DIST=02600 ft Line 2 = Dist. to AS or AR
CURR DIST=02475 ft Line 3 = Current Position
013:42:16 TO STOP Line 4 = Time to Set Dist
WATER PRESSURE
STATUS SCREEN 3 Line 2 = Analog Water Pressure
38 PSI
(if installed.)
WATER FLOW
Line 4 = Water Flow
1145 GPM
(if installed.)
2.5. DATE/TIMES Key

Press “DATE/TIME” Key to access this function, press again to return to STATUS screen.
Press “+” “-“ to change values, Press “TEST/ENTER” to advance, “DIRECTION” key to back up.
TUE Displays current Day of Week

01/24/06 Displays Date (mm:dd:yy)
12:52:43 P Displays current Time
(As set on Screen 3)
CURR TIME = Time since SYSTEM Toggle placed

RUN TIMES HR:M:S
in RUN for current operation.
CURR 00013:29:41
USER TIME = Accumulated time in RUN position.
USER 00106:07:13
User can reset to 0 in RUN SETUP.
TOTAL 01890:52:58
TOTAL TIME = Accumulated time in RUN position.
Reset to 0 only when reprogrammed.
SET DATE 12/25/04 Set mm:dd:yy

SUN Set Day of Week
SET TIME 12:01 Set Time of Day
SET AM/PM P Set AM or PM
2.6. SYSTEM SETUP Key

Press “SYSTEM SETUP” Key to access this function, press again to return to STATUS screen.
UNITS
English or Metric
English
IRRIGATED WIDTH
Distance to End + EG Throw
01300 Ft

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WATER SUPPLY Hose Drag or Ditch Feed

Hose Drag
WATER FLOW Water Flow to Linear (GPM or l/sec)
0800 GPM
Gear Ratio of Left End (Tractor)

LEFT (TRACTOR) GEAR
68:1
LEFT (TRACTOR) TIRE Rolling Radius of Left Tire
14.9 X 24 = 23.5” / 59.7cm
23.5 In Roll Radius
16.9 X 24 = 24.0” / 61.0cm
11.2 X 38 = 27.0” / 68.6cm
RIGHT GEAR Gear Ratio of Right End

68:1
RIGHT TIRE Rolling Radius of Right Tire
23.5 In Roll Radius NOTE: Adjust Rolling Radius of Right & Left.
See “Calibration of Rolling Radius.”
MAX SPD 060 IPM Enter Max Speed of System

MIN APPL 0.15 in 60 IPM (152 cm/min) unless noted otherwise
- MIN APPL will be calculated.
SPD ADJ RATE LEFT Adjustment rate of MFC Speed Control sec/IPM
0.018 sec/IPM - Set vs. Actual Speed Comparison
SPD ADJ RATE RIGHT - Set to 0.018 (.008 if metric)
0.018 sec/IPM - If speed overshoots, enter lower number.
ANALOG WATER PRESS

Yes Yes or No
IF YES, FULL SCALE
100 PSI Full Scale PSI rating of Sensor
LOW WATER PRESS If Analog Water Pressure:

12 PSI 0:30 m:s - Safety set point pressure and time
INITIAL TIME Initial Time = time it takes to build
15:00 water pressure at startup.
WATER FLOW METER Yes or No

Yes
IF YES Gal. per Pulse from flowmeter
1.25 GAL/PULSE
LINEAR TYPE Ultra or Single Tower Tractor

Ultra - Ultra Tractor has 2 sets of towers and a
swivel pivot point.

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2.7. EG AREAS Key

Press “EG AREAS” Key to access this function, press again to return to STATUS screen.
NOTE: Consider End Gun Areas with Spans in “180” Position – will they be used? DISABLE?
EG AREAS
ENABLE Disable = End Guns will not activate.
Note: Range set by Distance in LINEAR Mode

RT END GUN AREA 1 Range set by Degrees in PIVOT Mode
----- ft To ----- ft Range 1 for Right EG (if used)
RT END GUN AREA 2
----- ft TO ----- ft Range 2 for Right EG (if used)
LF END GUN AREA 1 Range 1 for Left EG (if used)

----- ft To ----- ft
LF END GUN AREA 2 Range 2 for Left EG (if used)
----- ft TO ----- ft
IF set to “PIVOT MODE” in Run Setup, allow 2 Right EG Areas by degrees:
RT END GUN AREA 1

XXX.X To XXX.X deg
RT END GUN AREA 2
XXX.X To XXX.X deg
2.8. AUX APPL Key

Press “AUX APPL” Key to access this function, press again to return to STATUS screen.
AUX APPL Enable or Disable

ENABLE If Disable, following screens not shown
FWD AUX1 APPL 0.00” 1st Application rate change in FWD

000 IPM (if used)
st
FWD AUX1 APPL RANGE Range for 1 Appl change in FWD
00000 ft To 00000 ft (Set low to high, ex. 500 to 1000)
nd
FWD AUX2 APPL 0.00” 2 Application rate change in FWD
000 IPM (if used)
FWD AUX2 APPL RANGE Range for 2nd Appl change in FWD
00000 ft To 00000 ft (Set low to high, ex. 1500 to 2000)
st
REV AUX1 APPL 0.00” 1 Application rate change in REV
000 IPM (if used)
REV AUX1 APPL RANGE Range for 1st Appl change in REV
00000 ft To 00000 ft (Set high to low, ex. 2000 to 1500)
REV AUX2 APPL 0.00” 2nd Application rate change in REV

000 IPM (if used)
REV AUX2 APPL RANGE Range for 2nd Appl change in REV
00000 ft To 00000 ft (Set high to low, ex. 1000 to 500)

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2.9. GUID SETUP Key

Press “GUID SETUP” Key to access this function, press again to return to STATUS screen.
NOTE: This is the System Guidance Setup - keeps the spans perpendicular to the Tractor.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Settings shown are factory defaults and are recommended for proper
system performance. Consult your T-L Dealer before changing settings.
(Except for setting the 0 degree location of the BEI Encoder.)
GUIDANCE TYPE If ULTRA Tractor selected in System Setup

BEI Serial Encoder - BEI Encoder is the only choice.
If Single Tower Tractor Selected, choices are:
- Above Cable SRH280 or Buried Wire
STEERING SIG TIME Time Steering Signal must be present

004 secs. before changing steering ratios.
STAY STEERING TIME Time to remain steering once
012 secs steering has been changed.
SET BEI ENCODER TO 0 YES or NO

NO Encoder must be set to 0 when spans are
IF YES perpendicular to the tractor.
Press Enter at 0 deg (For Linear Mode operation.)
Figure 20. Set Encoder Angle to 0 Degrees.
2:1 STEERING ANGLE Angle at which to change to 2:1

0.5 Deg - one end 2X faster than other
3:1 STEERING ANGLE Angle at which to change to 3:1
1.0 Deg - one end 3X faster than other
Angle at which Primary Safety occurs.

PRIMARY SAFETY LEVEL (10 second delay)
6.0 Deg
Degrees angle must increase before

ANTI OVRSTR OUT anti-oversteer initiation.
1.0 Deg Degrees angle must decrease before
ANTI OVRSTR IN steering returns to 1:1.
1.0 Deg

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Degrees wand must increase again after

ANTI OVRSTR BACK OUT
1:1 anti-oversteer, to return to steering
1.0 Deg
condition (2:1 or 3:1 depending on setting)
2.10. RUN SETUP Key

Press “RUN SETUP” Key to access this function, press again to return to STATUS screen.
Set Distance to Auto Stop (or Auto

AR/AS SET POINTS Reverse if Ditch Feed)
FWD = 10000 ft. NOTE: This is the SET DIST on Status
REV = 00000 ft. Screen 2, per Direction.
AR/AS DELAY 00 Min Set time to remain at AS/AR location
before shut down (AS)or reversing (AR)
IF “Ditch Feed” Selected in SYSTEM SETUP, the following screen will show up:
DITCH FEED FWD, REV, BOTH, or NEITHER

AUTO REVERSE DIR. Direction to Auto Reverse if Ditch Feed
FWD (Default is AS, unless told to AR)
Continue here:
RE-SET DISTANCE Yes or No

NO. If Yes, change the CURR DIST shown on
IF YES Status Screen 2 to the value entered here.
00000 ft.
The following 2 screens displayed ONLY if Distance not set properly
NOT ALLOWED: CURR DIST cannot be reset to distance

DISTANCE GREATER greater than FWD SET DIST
THAN FWD AR/AS
SET-POINT
NOT ALLOWED: CURR DIST cannot be reset to distance

DISTANCE LESS less than REV SET DIST
THAN REV AR/AS
SET-POINT
Continue here:
RESET USER RUN Yes or No

TIME TO ZERO Resets the USER TIME displayed
NO on DATE/TIMES Screen 2 to 0000:00:00.

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Enable or Disable
ETSEN PRI & REF SFTY
Allows disabling of Safeties so operator
ENABLE
can temporarily run (10 minute timeout)
- See following section
If ETSEN PRI & REF SFTY set to “Disabled”, the following screen shows:
(Explained in more detail in later section.)

MFC VALVES ADJUSTING
MFC valves set (End Tower Flow Control
WAIT 45 SECONDS
Valves) to known position. Manual speed
adjustment allowed, see following section.
Continue Here
OPERATING MODE Linear or Pivot

LINEAR If LINEAR Mode selected, then set the SPAN
SPAN POSITION POSITION to either “0” Zero or “180”.
“0” Zero Mode must be set to LINEAR if tractor is to be
Rotated.
If OPERATING MODE set to PIVOT, the following screens will be displayed:
OPERATING MODE Linear or Pivot

PIVOT If PIVOT Mode selected, then set the DIST TO
DIST TO END TOWER THE END TOWER.
1000 ft
If going to Pivot the ULTRA Spans, then enter the

CURRENT ANGLE
CURRENT ANGLE of the Spans and the
000 deg
destination ANGLE TO PIVOT TO.
ANGLE TO PIVOT TO
Status Screen 1 will reflect Pivot Mode.
180 deg
Allow use of Overwater Timer in PIVOT MODE

OVERWATER TIMER - If End Tower gets stuck, degrees won’t change
ENABLE If Enabled, enter the Max Time to move 1 Degree
TIME TO MOVE 1 DEG. - Range = 1 to 90 Minutes.
XX min - If the Angle has not changed 1 Degree (Up or
Down) in the set time, cause a safety.
Continue Here
END TO USE FOR Default = Right

DISTANCE COUNTER On End Feed, Ditch units, the Left End (Tractor)
Right could be used for the Distance Counter.
If Left End was selected, but then set to PIVOT
mode, end to use will change to RIGHT.
LOW POWER SAFETY Enable or Disabled (v 0.1.W on)

ENABLE If Enabled, occurs if 12VDC Power falls
below 10.8 VDC. SYSTEM toggle in RUN.
Default is “DISABLE.”
ROTATE ULTRA TRACTOR
90 DEGREES
If “ENABLE”, see “ROTATION of TRACTOR” section.
DISABLE
Operating Mode must be “LINEAR” to Rotate
Tractor.

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2.11. TEST/ENTER Key

Press “TEST/ENTER” Key to access this function, press again to return to STATUS screen.
Press “+” or “-“ to scroll through screens.
SET IPM 018 Set Travel Speed for selected Appl. Rate
LEFT SENSOR * Asterisk flashing indicates respective Speed Sensor

RIGHT SENSOR * is operational.
Displays Set Speed for each end

LEFT SET IPM 012 - based on Steering Ratio
LEFT ACT IPM 014 - Displays Actual End Tower Speed for each end
RGHT SET IPM 024 “+” or “-“ displayed when speed is being changed.
RGHT ACT IPM 022 + - speed changes occur every 10 seconds for 6
times, then every 30 seconds.
If OPERATING MODE set to LINEAR, the following screens will be displayed:

Angle of Spans to Tractor
FWD ANGLE 00.5 deg * Asterisk flashing shows comm. with encoder.
“0” 00.0” Spans in “0” Position.
SPANS BEHIND Shows if spans are Ahead or Behind or in Center.
SET018 L018 R018 AO Displays Set Speed, and Set Steering Speeds
“AO” displayed if in Anti-Oversteer, L& R speeds
equal.
2.12. SAFETY HISTORY Key

Press “SAFETY HISTORY” Key to access this function, press again to return to STATUS screen.
Press “+” or “-“ to scroll through screens.
S1 PRIMARY SAFETY
04/30/08 11:22A Displays last 8 safeties, 2 per screen.
S2 AUTO STOP SAFETY
04/18/08 8:48P
2.13. Direction Override Pushbuttons

IMPORTANT: For momentary operation only, do not use for extended periods.
Pushbuttons are located on the PLC Circuit Bd, upper left.
- Open Inside Door Panel for access.
Figure 21. Direction Override Pushbuttons

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2.14. Distance Counter

2.14.1. Distance Counter Explanation
- Position of the system in the field is determined by the distance the system travels.
- Uses Sensor Motor, Gear Ratio and Tire Rolling Radius to determine travel distance.
- User selects end to use, either Right or Left, to determine distance traveled.
- Hose Drag = Right end more practical, no wheel slip.
- Hose Drag can only be Auto Stopped at set distance, cannot be auto reversed.
- Ditch Feed = Left end (Tractor) can be used.
- Ditch Feed can Auto Stop or Auto Reverse at set distance
- For accuracy, perform Rolling Radius Calibration – Appendix 1.
Figure 22. Distance Counter.
2.14.2. Distance Counter Use – Set to Auto Stop or Auto Reverse

Step 1. RUN SETUP = Set Auto Reverse Step 2. RUN SETUP = IF Ditch Feed,
or Auto Stop locations, delay time. set direction(s) to Auto Reverse.
AR/AS SET POINTS DITCH FEED

FWD = 2600 ft. AUTO REVERSE DIR.
REV = 00000 ft. FWD
AR/AS DELAY 05 Min
Step 3. RUN SETUP = Reset Current Step 4. STATUS Screen 1 = Set Direction
Distance (current location). & Appl. Rate. Start moving.
RE-SET DISTANCE FWD APPL 0.75”
YES. AS
IF YES
00500 ft. STEERING = L1:R1
Step 5. STATUS Screen 2 = View

Set & Curr Distance.
(If Dir. set to FWD) (If Dir. set to REV)

WED 7/29/08 10:23A WED 7/29/08 10:23A
SET DIST=02600 ft SET DIST=00000 ft
CURR DIST=00500 ft CURR DIST=00500 ft
013:42:16 TO STOP 004:01:09 TO STOP

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2.14.3. Distance Counter Use – AUX APPL

- AUX APPL is used to change the speed of the linear for a specified range in the field.
- Two different AUX APPL ranges can be set in the FWD Direction and two in REV.
- NOTE: When programming in REV, start at the upper range.
- System will travel at APPL speed programmed on STATUS screen 1 for other ranges.
REV AUX APPL REV AUX1 APPL 0.75” REV AUX2 APPL 0.50”
021 IPM 028 IPM
example: REV AUX1 APPL RANGE REV AUX2 APPL RANGE
02000 ft To 00600 ft 00600 ft To 00000 ft
2.15. Example Programming

- ULTRA Hose Drag Example – Use Position Stop for hose change location.
- System will Auto Stop when CURR DIST = SET DIST or when ET Switch activated.
- For a Ditch Feed Linear, Auto Reverse can be selected.
Figure 23. Example Programming
Explanation of Operation for this Example:

FORWARD
From To Dir Mode Applic Rt EG
0 ft 600 ft FWD Fwd Spd 1.00 in Off
600 ft 1300 ft FWD Fwd Aux1 0.75 in Off
At 1300 ft = Tractor Gd Primary or Position Stop Safety for Hose change. (instant shutdown.)
1300 ft 1700 ft FWD Fwd Aux1 0.75 in Off
1700 ft 2000 ft FWD Fwd Aux1 0.75 in ON
2000 ft 2600 ft FWD Fwd Aux2 0.50 in ON
At 2600 ft = Reverse Switch on Right End Tower activated. Change direction (REV) 23 Seconds,
then stop & Delay 5 Minutes. Then shut down with Auto Stop Safety.

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REVERSE
From To Dir Mode Applic Rt EG
2600 ft 2000 ft REV Rev Spd 1.00 in ON
2000 ft 1700 ft REV Rev Aux1 0.75 in ON
1700 ft 1300 ft REV Rev Aux1 0.75 in Off
At 1300 ft = Tractor Gd Primary or Position Stop Safety for Hose change. (instant shutdown.)
At 0 ft = Reverse Switch on Right End Tower activated. Change direction (FWD) 23 Seconds, then
stop & Delay 5 Minutes. Then shut down with Auto Stop Safety.
Following are the settings for this Example:
SYSTEM SETUP
Item Setting Choices/Units
Water Supply Hose Drag Hose Drag or Ditch Feed
RUN SETUP
AR/AS Setpoint FWD 2650 ft (programmed beyond so AR/AS Switch stops it)
AR/AS Setpoing REV 0 ft
AR/AS Delay Timer 5 min.
Re-Set Distance Yes (System is at home location)
Enter Distance 10 ft (So AR/AS switch stops it in REV, & not 0 ft)
Re-Set User Run Time to Zero ______ Yes/No (User Preference)
ETSEN Pri & Ref Sfty Enable
Operating Mode Linear
Span Position “0” Zero
End to Use for Distance Counter Right (Left End on Hose Drag = slippage, not accurate)
Rotation of Tractor Disable
AUX APPL
Enable
Fwd Aux1 Appl 0.75 in. XXX IPM 600 ft To 2000 ft
Fwd Aux2 Appl 0.50 in. XXX IPM 2000 ft To 2650 ft
Rev Aux1 Appl 0.75 in. XXX IPM 2000 ft To 600 ft
Rev Aux2 Appl 0.50 in. XXX IPM 600 ft To 000 ft
EG AREAS
Enable
RT EG Area 1 1700 ft To 2600 ft

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3. INITIAL START-UP OF SYSTEM

3.1. Setup of Control Panel
- Place POWER Toggle Switch in “PROGRAM” position to allow for programming with engine off.
- Enter the Setup information for each item. Refer to previous section for help.
- Record information here for future reference.
DATE/TIMES
Screen 1 N/A Display current date & time, Hr:Min:Sec
Screen 2 N/A Display the Run Times
Screen 3 ______ Enter date (mm/dd/yy), day, time and AM or PM
SYSTEM SETUP (defaults)

Item Example Setting Choices/Units
Units English ______ English or Metric
Irrigated Width 1285 ______ Ft
Water Supply Hose ______ Hose Drag or Ditch Feed
Water Flow 800 ______ GPM
Left (Tractor) Gear 68:1 ______
Left (Tractor) Tire 23.5 ______
Right Gear 68:1 ______
Right Tire 23.5 ______
Max Speed 60 ______ IPM
Min Appl. .20” ______ in.
Spd Adj Rate Left .018 ______ sec/IPM
Spd Adj Rate Right .018 ______ sec /IPM
Analog Water Pressure Yes ______ Yes/No
Full Scale 100 ______ 0 to 200 (Max Pressure on 4 to 20 mA sensor)
Low Water Press 12 ______ psi
00:30 ______ mm:ss
Initial Delay 15:00 ______ mm:ss
Water Flow Meter Yes ______ Yes/No
Gal/Pulse 1.25 ______
Linear Type ULTRA ______
EG AREAS
EG AREAS Enable/Disable
Linear Mode Settings
Item Setting Item Setting
LF EG Area 1 ________ ft To ________ ft RT EG Area 1 ________ ft To ________ ft
Pivot Mode Settings
Item Setting
RT EG Area 1 _______deg To _______deg

AUX APPL
AUX APPL Enable/Disable
Item Appl Speed Distances
Fwd Aux1 Appl _____ in. _____ IPM _________ ft To _________ ft
Rev Aux1 Appl _____ in. _____ IPM _________ ft To _________ ft
GUID SETUP (defaults)

Guidance Type BEI Encoder BEI Above Cable SRH280 or Buried Wire
Steering Sig Time 4 ______ sec
Stay Steering Time 12 ______ sec
Set BEI Angle to 0 ______ Yes/No (Set to 0 degrees at startup)
Press Enter at 0
2:1 Steering Angle 0.5 ______ deg
Primary Safety Level 6.0 ______ deg
Anti Ovrstr Out 1.0 ______ deg
Anti Ovrstr In 1.0 ______ deg
Anti Ovrstr Back Out 1.0 ______ deg
RUN SETUP

AR/AS Setpoint FWD ______ ft
AR/AS Setpoing REV ______ ft
AR/AS Delay Timer ______ min.
Ditch Feed Auto Reverse (if Ditch) ______ FWD, REV, Both, NEITHER
Re-Set Distance ______ Yes/No,
Enter Distance ______ ft
Re-Set User Run Time to Zero ______ Yes/No
ETSEN Pri & Ref Sfty ______ Enable/Disable
Operating Mode ______ Linear/Pivot
Span Position (Linear Mode) ______ “0” or “180”
End to use for Distance Counter ______ Left or Right
Low Power Safety ______ Enable/Disable
Rotate Tractor 90 Degrees ______ Yes/No

3.2. Initial Start-up Checklist
____ 1. Set-Up of Control Panel Complete.

- verify firmware version is 0.4.11 or later, and circuit board has “256” processor.
- Set to “ULTRA” in System Setup
- Set to “LINEAR” Mode in Run Setup, with “0” or “180” Span Position selected.
- FWD Setpoint and REV Setpoint Distances set in Run Setup
- Current Distance Reset in Run Setup to allow system to operate both FWD & REV.
- Disable AUX APPL for initial start-up and testing.
____ 2. All Oil Lines flushed properly to eliminate contamination.
____ 3. Verify that the BEI Encoder in the Collector Ring is communicating with the PLC Panel.
- With “Power” switch in PLC Control Panel set to PROGRAM, go to “Test” Screen 3.
- Check that the asterisk in the upper right corner flashes about once every 2 seconds.
FWD ANGLE 00.0 deg *

“0” 00.0”
CENTER
Asterisk flashes every 2 seconds.
SET000 L000 R000
- If asterisk is not flashing, see “Troubleshooting” section.
____ 4. Set BEI Encoder to zero in GUID SETUP of PLC Panel.

- NOTE: Spans may not be perpendicular to tractor yet, but they should be close.
- Fine tuning of zero location will occur once system is operational.
____ 5. All wiring complete.
____ 6. Coils on Right End Tower Manifold switched so TOP = Fwd, BOTTOM = Rev.
____ 7. Diesel engine operational.

- Set Manual Bypass Valve on Hydraulic Tank to Open position.
- With “Power” switch in PLC Control Panel set to RUN, start and run engine.
____ 8. Hydraulic system plumbing complete, check for NO LEAKS.

- With “Power” switch in PLC Control Panel set to RUN, start and run engine.
- Set Manual Bypass Valve on Hydraulic Tank to Closed position:
- Intermediate towers should walk into line.
- Hydraulic Pressure should stabilize at 1750 psi
____ 9. Align all towers.

- See Pivot Operators Manual.
- Keep Alignment Cables adjusted tight. This is a MUST for proper linear operation.
____ 10. Test PLC Speed and Direction Control.

- All Toggle Switches on PLC Panel set to down position. (Start or Stop position)
- Then “Power” switch in PLC Control Panel set to RUN, start and run engine.
- Set Manual Bypass Valve on Hydraulic Tank to Closed position.
- On Status Screen 1, set Direction to FWD and Appl to 0.50”.
- Move “System” switch in PLC Panel to “RUN” position.
- End Towers should start to move within 10 to 20 seconds.
- NOTE: MFC (Motorized Flow Control) valves are shipped in closed position. System must
run for 20 to 30 seconds to allow these valves to open.

- Scroll through “Test/Enter” screens to verify proper operation.

SET IPM 024 LEFT SET IPM 012
LEFT ACT IPM 014 -
LEFT SENSOR * RGHT SET IPM 036
RIGHT SENSOR * RGHT ACT IPM 034 +
- repeat procedure in REV Direction.
____ 11. Fine Tune Zero location of BEI Encoder for Linear Mode operation.
- Pushbuttons on side of PLC Circuit Board can be used momentarily for faster alignment.
Figure 24. Fine Tune Center 0 Degree Location.
____ 12. Verify Tractor Guidance is correct in both FWD and REV directions.
- Tractor to left of cable or buried wire, steers back to right.
- Tractor to right of cable or buried wire, steers back to left.
____ 13. Fine Tune Above Ground Cable Guidance Controllers or Buried Wire Antennas.
- Make sure tractor will follow same tracks in FWD direction and REV direction.
____ 14. Set End Tower Barricades for Right End Tower at each end of run.
____ 15. Perform the Calibration of the Rolling Radius for the Left & Right Ends. See Appendix 1.
____ 16. Set AR/AS Distance Set Points. (See “Distance Counter Use” in Control Panel section.)
- Hose Drag Linear = Auto Stop only.
- Note: If there is more than one hose change location, it is more practical to use the
Primary Safety of the Tractor Guidance or the Position Stop Safety to shut the system
down for hose changes or end of run. See Tractor Guidance explanation in later section.
o This will eliminate the need to reset the AR/AS Set Points each time the hose is
changed.
o In this case, set the FWD Distance set point to a distance beyond the field edge.
This will allow the physical stops to shut the system down.
- Ditch Feed = Auto Stop or Auto Reverse at set distance.
____ 17. Set EG AREAS if applicable.
____ 18. Set AUX APPL Areas if applicable.
____ 19. Perform the Operational Safety Checks described next.
____ 20. Check packing tightness when operated with water to ensure leak free seal.

3.3. Operational Check of Safeties Wired into PLC Panel

Safeties caused by switches wired into PLC Panel, SAFETY CONNS Terminal Block. NOTE: The system
must be moving, with the SYSTEM Toggle Switch in the RUN position for the Safety to be logged.
Safety From How to check:

SECONDARY Above Cable = Mercury Move so Mercury Switches close.
Buried Wire = from Gd Bd Unplug REF Antenna from Gd Bd.
- Safety Toggle in PLC Panel in RUN.
HYDR OIL LVL Hydr Oil Level Switch - Hydr. Tank In Hydr Tank Panel, jumper Gnd to Term #2
(Orange Wire).
HYD OIL PRESS Hydr Oil Press Switch – Hydr. Tank Open Manual Bypass Valve on Hydr Tank.
(closed below 1500 psi) (Pressure will drop to 0 psi)
WATER PRESS Water Press Sw. Gauge Move Water Press Run-Start Sw. on PLC Panel
to RUN without water in system.
ENGINE OIL Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Manually Gnd Oil Press. Gauge in Eng Panel.
ENGINE TEMP Engine Temp Gauge Manually Gnd Eng Temp Gauge in Eng Panel.
POSITN STOP Position Stop Switch Activate Position Stop Switch.
AUXILIARY Auxiliary Safety Switch Activate Aux. Safety. Above Ground Cable Gd-
move Control Wand to Primary position
- Safety Toggle in PLC Panel in RUN.
AUTO STOP AR/AS Switch Activate AR/AS Switch on Right End Tower.
OR CURR DIST = SET DIST See later section on “Auto Stop/Auto Reverse
by Distance.
3.4. Operational Check of Safeties Generated by PLC Panel

Safeties caused by PLC Panel, Setpoint exceeded or reached. NOTE: The system must be moving, with
the SYSTEM Toggle Switch in the RUN position for these Safeties to occur.
Safety From How to check:

LEFT ET SENS No pulses from Left ET Pull Blue Span Cable wire (#5) from LEFT
Sensor Motor for 35 sec. END TOWER Term Block in PLC Panel.
RIGHT ET SENS No pulses from Right ET Pull Blue Span Cable wire (#5) from RIGHT
Sensor Motor for 35 sec. END TOWER Term Block in PLC Panel.
ANALOG WATER Low Analog Water Press. Move Water Press Run-Start Sw. on PLC
PRESS (if used) (0-100 psi Sensor) Panel to RUN without water in system.
PRIMARY BEI Encoder span angle Set Primary Safety setpoint to 1.0 degree
Angle exceeded. - Use pushbuttons on side of PLC Board to
cause angle to move from 0.0 to 1.0
- Set back to 6.0 degrees after test.
COMMUNICATION No Comm. with BEI Encoder Disconnect Gn/Wt wire from #5 Comms Term
LOST Block in PLC Panel.
LOW VOLTAGE Engine Battery voltage Switch PLC Panel Power to OFF with system
dropped below 10.5 VDC running.

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4. OPERATION OF SYSTEM
- Always have the PLC Panel Power Switch and the Tractor Guidance Safety Switch in the “RUN”
position, with all other switches on the PLC Panel in the down position when starting the engine.
o Unless the Tractor has moved off the Above Cable or Buried Wire, then the Tractor
Guidance Safety Switch must be moved to “START” to get the system back on track.
- Start the diesel engine with the Manual Bypass Valve in the open position. Allow the engine to
come up to speed for a moment, then quickly close the Manual Bypass Valve.
- See “Engine Drive” or “Engine Belt Drive Hydraulic Pumping Units” - Pivot Operators Manual.
- Check that the Hydraulic Pressure Gauge on the Hydraulic Tank reads 1750 psi.
- Once system is operational and moving, all Safety Switches must be in the UP/RUN position.
4.1. Linear Mode – General Operation

4.1.1. Make sure stop locations are set.
- Use any combination of stops.
Above Cable Primary Stop Position Stop Switch End Tower Switch Distance Counter
500 Ft
Figure 25. Stop Methods.
4.1.2. Set the “0” or “180” Span Position.

- In RUN SETUP, Operating Mode is set to Linear, then set the corresponding Span Position:
- Spans opposite of Control Panels = “0” Position.
- Span above Control Panel = “180” Position.
- Distance Counter will always count up in FWD.
- Right End Gun Areas might be different in “0” vs “180” position, program accordingly.
Figure 26. Set “0” or “180” Position of Spans.

4.1.3. Set Zero Position of BEI Encoder.

- This may already have been done.
- IMPORTANT: Must be done when changing from Pivot Mode back to Linear Mode.
- In “GUID SETUP”, choose Yes then Enter for “SET BEI ENCODER TO 0”.
Fig. 26.1. Set Zero Position of Encoder.
4.1.4. Set the Direction and Application of the System.

- Set on STATUS Screen 1.
- Remember to cycle the System Run-Stop Switch to save any new settings.
4.1.5. Use SYSTEM Toggle Switch to control movement of system.
- Set to RUN = start system moving, STOP = stop both end towers.
NOTE: Safety Toggle Switch from Tractor Guidance Panel in RUN before moving System
Toggle to RUN. If Tractor Guidance is off track and causing a Safety, move
Safety Toggle to Start. Then get Tractor back on the cable or buried wire. Once
operational again, have Safety Toggle in RUN before System Toggle to RUN.
4.1.6. Automatic Speed Control of System.
1. SYSTEM Toggle to RUN, or APPL change by operator, or AUX APPL change.
2. Speed information collected for 10 seconds, then ACT Speed displayed
3. Speed adjust occurs at the same time (sends voltage on Term 1& 2, Rt & Lf Ends)
a. SET compared to ACT, then speed “+” or “-“(larger diff = longer adj time)
b. When “+” or “-“ disappears, another 10 seconds of speed information, etc.
4. Speed change every 10 seconds for 6 times, then every 30 seconds.
Gather Speed Info 10 secs. Compare SET vs. ACT, adjust speed. Repeat 10 secs.
LEFT SET IPM 018 LEFT SET IPM 018
LEFT ACT IPM 000 LEFT ACT IPM 020 -
RGHT SET IPM 018 RGHT SET IPM 018
RGHT ACT IPM 000 RGHT ACT IPM 016 +
4.1.7. All Toggle Switches up (RUN) before leaving the field.
Water Pressure can be left

All Toggle Switches in RUN down if moving DRY.
Position before leaving
system unattended.
Normal operation, Safety

Switch in RUN before placing
System Toggle to RUN.
Figure 27. Toggle Switches in RUN.

4.1.8. Auto Stop or Auto Reverse of System.

1. By Distance: CURR DIST = SET DIST in travel direction. WED 7/29/08 10:23A
SET DIST=02600 ft
- see STATUS Screen 2 CURR DIST=02600 ft
o System will reverse for 23 seconds. 000:00:00 TO STOP
o Then Delay (stop in place) for time set.
o Then Shut Down if set to AS, or keep moving
AR DELAY 03 min
opposite direction if set to AR (Ditch). TIME LEFT 02:25
02599 ft.
2. By End Tower Switch

- FWD & REV Setpoints in RUN SETUP should be beyond the reversing locations.
- This is so the switch will activate the AS/AR and not the distance setting.
IMPORTANT: Ensure placement of Physical Barricades at Field Edge.
o System will reverse for 23 seconds.
o Then Delay (stop in place) for time set, AR Delay Screen is displayed.
o Then Shut Down if set to AS, or keep moving opposite direction if set
to AR (Ditch).
Figure 28. Auto Reverse Switch
4.2. Linear Mode – Hose Drag

4.2.1. Water Shutoff Valve Operation.
- Diesel Engine started on ULTRA Tractor, hydraulic pressure to 1750 psi.
- Water Valve opens, allows water into system.
- Engine Shutdown, Water Valve closes.
- Pressure in mainline rises, Water Pump stops from High Pressure shutdown gauge.
Nelson Valve
(Bladder Type)
Hydr Actuated
Shutoff Valve
Figure 29. Water Shutoff Valve Options.

4.2.2. Couple Hose to Tractor, Plug Other Side.
Figure 30. Hose Connections.
4.2.3. Hose Change Operation.
Figure 31. Hose Change Operation.

4.3. Linear Mode – Ditch Feed

4.3.1. Linear Water Pump Priming and Operation, 12VDC Vacuum Primer.
Note: The Primer Pump automatic oiler should be refilled as needed. Use a light machine oil,
detergent free, with a viscosity equivalent to SAE 20 or less.
Note: The Water Pump Oil Lube Reservoir should be filled with T-L Hydraulic Oil.
1. Engine is Off.
2. Suction Screen is in water.
3. Close Butterfly Valve on Discharge of Pump.
4. Open ¼ turn Ball Valve plumbed to top of Volute of Pump.
5. Close Knife Switch on Primer.
6. Keep the vacuum pump motor running until water appears in the water trap.
7. Open the knife switch and close the ¼ turn Ball Valve.
8. Start the engine, set throttle to ½ speed and open the Butterfly Valve.
9. Fill system with water before increasing engine speed to desired water pressure.
10. For system with rotating suction screen option, adjust the 1/4" needle valve so the screen
rotates slowly; about 2 revolutions per minute.
Butterfly
Valve
Water Oil Lube
Trap Reservoir
(T-L Hydr. Oil)
Oiler
SAE 20
Knife
Switch
¼ Turn
Ball Valve
Figure 32. Priming Pump Operation.
4.3.2. Linear Water Pump Priming and Operation, Hydraulic Motorized Primer.
1. Set End Towers to Stop.
PLC
System
Switch to
STOP.

2. Close Butterfly Valve on top of discharge of Cornell Pump. (Shown in Open position.)
3. Start Engine.
4. Close Manual Bypass on Hydraulic Tank to build hydraulic pressure.
5. Open ¾” Ball Valve in between Inlet of 6. Open ¼” Ball Valve to Hydraulic Motor
Diaphragm Pump and inlet of Cornell Pump. so Diaphragm Pump is operating.
(shown in Closed position) (shown in Closed position)
7. Depending on length of Suction Pipe, it may take several minutes to prime.
8. When water starts coming out of the “OUT” port on the Diaphragm Pump, slowly open the
Butterfly Wafer Valve on top of the Cornell Pump.
9. Close the ¾” Ball Valve in between Inlet of Diaphragm Pump and inlet of Cornell Pump and close
the ¼” Ball Valve to the Hydr. Motor of the Motorized Primer so it stops. (Reverse Steps 5 & 6.)
10. Continue with operation of linear system.

4.4. Pivot Mode – Pivoting the Spans

IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to Rotate Tractor while in Pivot Mode.
4.4.1. Make sure physical stop location is set in addition to programmed stop location.
- Important if structural damage could occur if system traveled End Tower Switch
outside of field boundaries.
Figure 33. Set Physical Stop.

4.4.2. Connect Anchor Chains to Tractor.
ANCHOR TRACTOR IN PIVOT MODE
Chains in Concrete Earth Anchors

- Irrigating while Pivoting - Pivoting Dry
Top of Anchor even

with ground level.
12" 18" 18"
36" Roughly 1/3 yd.

Concrete per Hole
1/2" Re-Bar
24" (Dealer Supplied)
Diam.
Figure 34. Anchor Tractor in Pivot Mode.
4.4.3. Set system to PIVOT MODE in RUN SETUP.

- Need to tell Panel where system is at and where to travel to.
OPERATING MODE Set to Pivot Mode and enter Distance to End

PIVOT Tower Wheel Track.
DIST TO END TOWER
1000 ft
Current Angle will default to the degrees selected

CURRENT ANGLE for Span Position of “Linear Mode”.
000 deg - Ex. Span Position = “180”, set to 180 deg.
ANGLE TO PIVOT TO - Current Angle can be set to any degree.
180 deg
Set Angle to Pivot to, can be set to any degree.
OVERWATER TIMER Allow use of Overwater Timer in PIVOT MODE

ENABLE - If End Tower gets stuck, degrees won’t change
TIME TO MOVE 1 DEG. If Enabled, enter the Max Time to move 1 Degree
XX min
- Range = 1 to 90 Minutes.

4.4.4. Set Direction and Speed on STATUS Screen 1.

- Need to tell system which direction to travel and what speed
- Use DIRECTION key to change direction, “+” and “-“ keys to change APPL.
CCW APPL 45 IPM

AS 0.55” 48 Hr/Rv
EG R 182.5 deg
PIVOT TO: 180.0 deg
Figure 35. Pivot Mode.
4.4.5. Use SYSTEM Toggle Switch to control movement of system.

- Set to RUN = start Right End moving, set to STOP = Right End tower does not move.
4.4.6. Appropriate Toggle Switches up (RUN) before leaving the field.
RUN RUN if watering

in Pivot Mode.
RUN
RUN
START
Tractor Gd
not used.
Figure 36. Toggle Switch Settings in Pivot Mode.
4.5. Rotation of Tractor for “L” Shaped Field

- Used if irrigating an L-Shaped field in Linear Mode.
- IMPORTANT: Operating Mode must be set to LINEAR in order to Rotate Tractor.
Follow the steps in RUN Setup
Rotate Tractor first, then Pivot Spans 90 Degrees.
Figure 37. Procedure to Rotate Tractor.

4.5.1. Rotate Tractor – Must be in LINEAR Mode.
OPERATING MODE
LINEAR
SPAN POSITION
“0” Zero
4.5.2. ENABLE “Rotate Ultra Tractor 90 Degrees”.

- Need to tell Panel where system is at and where to travel to.
ROTATE ULTRA TRACTOR

90 DEGREES Set to ENABLE
DISABLE If ENABLED, more screens will appear.
- see following sections.
4.5.3. Set Tractor Wheels into ROTATE position.
1. Jack up Wheel, move to Rotate position.

2. Install Rotation Arm Weldment.
WHEELS SET TO ROTATE
YES
2 GEARS DISENGAGED
YES
Figure 38. Install Rotation Arm Weldment.
4.5.4. Disengage 2 Gears (Diagonal from each other).

C. Turn clockwise.
B. Push in.
A. Remove Cap.
Figure 39. Disengage 2 Gears Diagonal from each other.

4.5.5. Switch Tractor (Right Side) Direction Coils on Hydraulic Panel.

- Remove Coil Nut, switch “FORWARD” and “REVERSE” Coil locations.
Jan. 2008 – April 2010 May 2010 -
Back of Galv Panel. In Yellow Panel.

- Forward Coil - Forward Coil
toward Nut. toward Nut.
RIGHT SIDE
RIGHT
SIDE
Figure 40. Figure 40.1
SWITCH TRACTOR COILS

YES
TRACTOR GUIDANCE OK
YES
4.5.6. Set Guidance out of the way to Rotate if Above Cable or Furrow or Ditch Guidance.
Drop Above Cable

to Ground.
Figure 41.
4.5.7. Tell Panel System is Ready to Rotate.
READY TO ROTATE I
YES
4.5.8. Exit RUN SETUP and access STATUS Screen 1.

- Operator has 10 minutes to Rotate Tractor before system automatically shuts off.
- Unless Operator resets the 10 Minute timeout period.
CW ROTATE
AS LEFT
ETSEN PRIM REF DSABL
L000 R000 IPM 10:00

4.5.9. Set Rotation Direction on STATUS Screen 1.

Use DIRECTION Key to toggle 3 Screens
CW Rotation CCW Rotation Reset 10 Min. Timeout

CW ROTATE CCW ROTATE CCW ROTATE
AS LEFT AS LEFT
ETSEN PRIM REF DSABL ETSEN PRIM REF DSABL RESET 10 MIN TIMEOUT
L000 R000 IPM 10:00 L000 R000 IPM 10:00 (ENTER = YES)
4.5.10. Start Tractor Rotating, Then Set Speed. Stop Rotation when Finished.
- SYSTEM Toggle Switch to “RUN” Position.
CW ROTATE
- Use “+” and “-“ keys to adjust rotation speed of Tractor. AS LEFT
- Rotation Speed of about 40 to 60 inches per minute okay. ETSEN PRIM REF DSABL
- Speed will show for LEFT End on Status Screen 1. L055 R000 IPM 08:47
- Right End (far end) of linear system should NOT move.
- STOP Rotation using System Toggle Switch.
NOTE: If power is turned off or lost during Rotation, the Status screen will be set back to
normal linear operation and “Rotate ULTRA Tractor 90 Degrees” set to disabled.
4.5.11. Set Tractor Equipment Back to Linear Operation

- Reverse steps, backwards from Step 4.5.6 to Step 4.5.2
- Set Tractor Hydraulic Panel Coils back to standard position.
- Re-engage Gears.
- Remove Rotation Arm Weldment and pin Wheels back in Linear position.
- Make sure Guidance is set and ready to operate.
- Set “Rotate ULTRA Tractor 90 Degrees” to DISABLE.
- Press RUN SETUP key and ENTER till “Rotate ULTRA Tractor 90 Degrees”
- With DISABLE showing, press ENTER.
Or turn off Power to PLC Panel, then back on.
4.5.12. Pivot Spans Perpendicular to Tractor.
Figure 42. Pivot Spans Perpendicular to Tractor.

4.6. Towable Option

- The ULTRA Tractor is towable from either side of the Tractor.
WARNING
Towing should be done at the Slowest Speeds Possible and along Smooth Paths. (1-2 mph)
Towing across ridges greatly increases the stress on spans and should be avoided. Always
be aware of clearance of Overhang Supports. Be especially careful when towing near or
under Power Lines. Standard 65’ and 85' Overhangs have a 22' support height. Always allow
at least 5' clearance before towing under any High Voltage Power Lines.
4.6.1. Set Linear Spans into Tow Position.

- Refer to Pivot Operators Manual.
- Once spans are in Tow Position, DO NOT operate
the PLC Control Panel.
Refer to Pivot
Fig. 43.
Operators Manual.
4.6.2. Set Tractor Guidance.

- Position Guidance to allow towing if Above Cable
or Furrow or Ditch Guidance
Fig. 44.
Drop Above Cable
to Ground.
4.6.3. Disconnect Water Supply Connections.
Disconnect Water Fig. 45.

Supply.
4.6.4. Prepare “Pull Side” of Tractor to Tow.

- Lift Tower Base and Turn Wheels, Pin Tie Rods in Place
- Remove Lock Pin so Hitch can swivel.
Remove
Lock Pin
Figure 46.

4.6.5. Prepare “Trailing Side” of Tractor to Tow.

Trailing Side
- Lift Tower Base and Turn Wheels, Pin Tie Rods - Leave Lock
in Place. Pin in place
- Keep Lock Pin in place.
Figure 47.
4.6.6. Disengage ALL Gears. C. Turn clockwise.

- Make sure all gears on the Tractor and
on all Spans are disengaged.
A. Remove Cap. B. Push in.
Figure 48.
4.6.7. Adjust Tie Clevis so System Tracks Straight. Adjust

- Adjust each Tie Clevis on each Wheel. Tie
- Adjust on Spans and on Tractor. Clevis.
Figure 49.
4.6.8. Begin Towing System

- Connect Hitch to Tractor Drawbar.
- DO NOT JERK SYSTEM.
- Tow at slowest uniform speed.
- Clear all towers of obstacles.
- Tow in straight path.
Figure 50. ULTRA System in Tow Mode.

4.7. Using ETSEN PRI & REF SFTY

- For MOMENTARY operation of the system so it can be moved under any of the following conditions:
a. Left or Right ET Sensor Safety message.
b. BEI Encoder Angle Primary Safety
- If this is the only safety, consider temporarily changing the Primary Safety Setting.
c. Buried Wire Primary or Reference Safety.
USE WITH CAUTION.
4.7.1. Disable in “RUN SETUP”

DISABLE
MFC VALVES ADJUSTING Motorized Flow Control Valves are closed for
WAIT 45 SECONDS 35 seconds, then opened for 4 seconds.
- In case MFC Valves were wide open.
- When next screen appears, press “RUN SETUP” to return to Status Screen 1.
4.7.2. SYSTEM Toggle to RUN Position, Operate System

- Operator has 10 minutes before “ET PRI REF TIMOUT SAFETY” occurs.
- 10 minute timer can be reset by operator.
- 5 different STATUS screens can be toggled through, to change direction and speed.
DIRECTION Key “+” and “-“ Keys

- toggles through 5 screens - used to adjust speed of end
displayed on the screen
Screen 1: FWD SPD DISABLED Flashes to let operator

Fwd, adjust Right End AS RIGHT know mode.
ETSEN PRIM REF DSABL
L052 R043 IPM 06:23
Actual speeds shown,
if sensors working.
Screen 2: FWD SPD DISABLED
AS LEFT
Fwd, adjust Left End ETSEN PRIM REF DSABL
L052 R043 IPM 06:23 10 min timeout
safety timer.
FWD SPD DISABLED

Screen 3:
Reset 10 Min timer RESET 10 MIN TIMEOUT
(ENTER = YES)
REV SPD DISABLED

Screen 4: AS RIGHT
Rev, adjust Right End ETSEN PRIM REF DSABL
L052 R043 IPM 06:23
REV SPD DISABLED

Screen 5: AS LEFT
Rev, adjust Left End ETSEN PRIM REF DSABL
L052 R043 IPM 06:23

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5. GUIDANCE OF ULTRA LINEAR

5.1. Linear System Guidance
5.1.1. Uses Angle Sensor in Collector Ring
- to keep Spans perpendicular to Tractor.
Encoder in
Collector Ring
Measures Angle.
Figure 51. Encoder in Collector Ring. Figure 52. Measure Angle.
5.1.2. Zero BEI Encoder Angle in GUID SETUP
Figure 53 Set Encoder Angle to 0 Degrees.
5.1.3. Keep Connections Tight
Keep Shims in
- Set Screw Tight.
place and tight.
Gap between Nipple tied - Fork snug.
Nipple and to fork. - Mounts tight.
Fork Bottom.
Figure 54. Fit-up Snug for Improved Sensitivity.
5.1.4. Alignment Cables Tight, System in Alignment 5.1.4a Check Lower Swivel Elbow
See PIVOT
OPERATORS MANUAL.
Lower Swivel Elbow
should not move.
Figure 55. Keep Alignment Cables Tight.

5.1.5. Use TEST SCREEN 3 to Monitor System Guidance.

- System will steer in response to settings in GUID SETUP.
- 2:1 Steering Angle and 3:1 Steering Angle, and Anti-Oversteer settings.
Examples: Spans in “0” Zero Position

“0” 00.0”
SPANS AHEAD
SET018 L024 R012
Figure 56. System Guidance – “0” Position
Examples: Spans in “180” Position

“180” 00.0”
SPANS AHEAD
SET018 L024 R012
Figure 57. System Guidance – “180” Position
5.1.6. Excessive Angle will Push or Pull Tractor.

- Angle of Spans should stay under 2.0 degrees
- Fluid in Tires, Extra Weight on Tractor may be necessary to stabilize the Tractor.
- May have to change to “Pivot Mode” to straighten system out.
Figure 58. Excessive Angle.

5.2. Tractor Guidance – Overview

5.2.1. Hydraulic Circuit.
Figure 59. Hydraulic Circuit.
5.2.2. Hydraulic Control Panel Circuit
Jan. 2008 – April 2010 Galvanized Hydraulic Panel
4 5
2 3
1
Figure 60. Tractor Hydraulic Panel.

May 2010 - Yellow Hydraulic Manifold Panel
Direction
Steering
4 2
5 3
6
1
Figure 60.1 Tractor Hydraulic Manifold Panel Assy.
5.2.3. Oil Flow Path

Oil into PORT 1, filtered -> MFC sets speed -> Flow Divided into 4 equal parts -> Steering
Solenoids direct oil to each side of tractor -> Direction Control Valves determine Fwd or Rev
-> Left side oil to PORTS 2 & 3, Right side oil to PORTS 4 & 5 -> Return to Tank PORT 6.
Steering Solenoids:
Neither energized = 2 parts oil to Right Side, 2 parts to Left side = 1:1 Steer
Lft Sol energized = 1 part from Left back to flow divider = 2:1 Steer (Left slow)
Rt Sol energized = 1 part from Right back to flow divider = 1:2 Steer (Right slow)
5.2.4. Steering
- Keeps Tractor on straight Path.
- Steers Tractor by changing speeds of tires on each side.
Figure 61. Tractor Guidance Operation.

5.3. Tractor Guidance – Above Ground Cable

(See Section 6.9 for Troubleshooting of Above Cable Tractor Guidance.
Refer to CD90462 Linear Hose Drag Operators Manual for complete explanation.)
5.3.1. Components
May 2010 on:
ET Circuit Bd not in
this panel. Bd is in
Hydr Panel.
Guidance Controllers
Wired to Tractor
Guidance Panel.
Figure 61. Above Ground Controller. Figure 62. Tractor Guidance Panel.
5.3.2. Proximity Controller Operation
Figure 63. Proximity Controller Operation.
5.3.3. SAFETY & SYSTEM Toggle Switches
Normal operation,
1st move Safety Switch to RUN.
2nd move System Toggle to RUN.
Placing Safety Switch in RUN after System

Toggle to RUN will cause a false safety.
Figure 63.1. Toggle Switches in RUN.

5.3.4. Linear Logic Board in Tractor Guidance Panel

- Refer to CD90462 Linear Hose Drag Operators Manual for complete explanation.
Figure 64. Linear Logic Board.
5.3.5. Use of Components

- Set Above Cable Pos. Stop Rods (1) to deflect Guidance Wands (2) into a Primary Safety -
condition of the Logic Bd in the Tractor Gd. Panel (5).
- Primary Safety Tractor Guidance = Prox Switches not seeing metal.
- Make sure Safety Toggle Switch (7) in PLC Panel (6) is set to RUN.
SAFETY
1 6 PLC
RUN
7
Panel START
Above Cable
Pos. Stop
5
2 Tract. Gd.
Panel
Linear Pos.
Stop Safety
2 1
3
Above Cable
Tee Post Pos. Stop
4
ABOVE GROUND GUIDANCE
- SAFETY STOPS
Figure 65. Above Ground Cable Components.

5.4. Tractor Guidance – Buried Wire

- NOTE: Engine will NOT stay running if low or no Oscillator signal, see Section 6.10 Troubleshooting.
- PLC Panel POWER switch must be in the “RUN” position when starting the engine. Hold 117 in for
5 seconds after engine starts.
5.4.1. Buried Wire Guidance Components
Forward
Steering
Antenna Reverse
Steering
Antenna
Buried Wire
Tractor Panel
PLC
Panel
Hydraulic
Panel Reference
Antenna Position
Stop
Tee
Post
Figure 66. Buried Wire Guidance Components.
5.4.2. Buried Wire Guidance Tractor Panel

- Guidance Board must be installed and receiving good Reference Antenna signal.
- If not, “Secondary Safety” will occur on PLC Panel.
“RUN” lit = “PRI” lit = “SEC” lit = low

all okay. off track. or no signal.
May 2010 on:

ET Circuit Bd not in
this panel. Bd is in
Hydr Panel.
Figure 67. Buried Wire Tractor Panel. Figure 68. Buried Wire Guidance Board.
5.4.3. Use of Components

- Set Position Stop Tee posts at ends of hose pull.
- Make sure Safety Toggle Switch in PLC Panel is set to RUN.
- If Guidance Board “PRI” or “SEC” light is on, see Troubleshooting Section.

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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
If you need help with a problem, please have the following information ready for your dealer:
- Serial Number, Hose Drag or Ditch Feed, Above Cable or Buried Wire Guidance
6.1. Safety Messages Switches Wired to PLC – Engine May Die when 117 Released.
Safeties caused by switches, components wired into PLC Panel:
NOTE: Engine may not stay running, even with PLC Panel in OFF if one of these are safetied.
Safety Cause Checks
SECONDARY A. Above Cable Tractor Gd A.1. Check for Gnd on Term 1 of

- Mercury Tilt Switch SAFETY CONNS Block.
B. Buried Wire Tractor Gd B.1. Gnd on Yw Wire from Tractor Pnl
- Low Ref Sig. to Gd Bd to Term 1 of SAFETY CONNS block.
B.2. Check Ref. Ant. Signal & Osc Sig.
B.3. Check Gd Bd installed in Tractor Pnl.
B.4. Check Safety Relay energized in
Tractor Pnl.
HYDR OIL LVL A. Hydr Oil Level Switch in A.1. Check for Gnd on Term 2 of
Hydr. Tank SAFETY CONNS Block.
HYD OIL PRESS A. Hydr Oil Press Switch in A.1. Check for Gnd on Term 3 of
Hydr. Tank (1500 psi) SAFETY CONNS Block.
A.2. Check Hydr Press Run-Start Sw.
WATER PRESS A. Water Press Sw. Gauge A.1. Check for Gnd on Term 4 of SAFETY
CONNS Block.
A.2. Check Water Press Run-Start Sw.
ENGINE OIL A. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge A.1. Check for Gnd on Term 5 of SAFETY
CONNS Block.
ENGINE TEMP A. Engine Temp Gauge A.1. Check for Gnd on Term 6 of SAFETY
CONNS Block.
POSITN STOP A. Position Stop Switch A.1. Check for Gnd on Term 7 of
SAFETY CONNS Block.
AUXILIARY A. Buried Wire Tractor Gd A.1. Gnd on Be/Bk Wire from Tractor Pnl
- Primary Safety to Term 8 of SAFETY CONNS block.
A.2. Check Steering Ant Signal level.
B. Auxiliary Safety Switch B.1. Check for Gnd on Term 8 of
SAFETY CONNS Block.
AUTO STOP A. AR/AS Switch A.1. Check for +24 VDC on Term 7 of
LEFT & RIGHT END TOWER block.
OR B. CURR DIST = SET DIST B.1. Check settings in RUN SETUP.

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6.2. Safety Messages Caused by PLC – Quick Reference

Safeties caused by PLC Panel, Setpoint exceeded or reached:
Safety Cause Checks

LEFT ET SENS A. No pulses from Left ET A.1. Check Circuit Bd in Tractor Pnl for
(more info following) Sensor Motor for 35 sec. SENS PWR & SPD SIG.
A.2. Check Term 5 of LEFT END TOWER
Block in PLC for pulses.
A.3. Check back of PLC Bd for LED
SPD PULSE.
RIGHT ET SENS A. No pulses from Right ET A.1. Check Circuit Bd in ET Manifold for
(more info following) Sensor Motor for 35 sec. SENS PWR & SPD SIG.
A.2. Check Term 5 of RIGHT END TOWER
Block in PLC for pulses.
A.3. Check back of PLC Bd for LED
SPD PULSE.
ANALOG WATER PRESS A. Low Analog Water Press. A.1. Check settings in SYSTEM SETUP.
(0-100 psi Sensor) A.2. Check Water Pressure reading on
STATUS SCREEN 3.
A.3. Check Water Press Run-Start Sw.
PRIMARY A. System Guidance - Angle A.1. Check setting in GUID SETUP

of Encoder exceeded. A.2. Check Angle reading Test Screen 3
A.3. Spans too far ahead or behind tractor.
A.4. Spans in180 pos. check Test Screen 3.
COMMUNICATION LOST A. No Comm with Encoder A.1. Check wiring of Encoder.

(more info following) in Coll. Ring. A.2. Check jumpers in place on back of
PLC Panel.
ETSEN PRI REF TIMEOUT A. ETSEN PRI REF SFTY A.1. 10 min. time out once disabled, but
Disabled in RUN SETUP timer can be reset. See Operation.
LOW VOLTAGE A. Engine Battery voltage A.1. Check “+12 IN” Orange wire in J12
dropped below 10.5 VDC Power Connector to PLC Bd.
with SYSTEM toggle in RUN.
OVERWATER SAFETY A. Pivot Mode – Angle did not A.1. Check setting in RUN SETUP.
increase or decrease 1 deg. A.2. Check if End Tower is stuck.
in set time. A.3. Check speed of system vs. setting.
A.4. Check for loose connections, if
encoder is actually rotating.
6.3. Other Problems – Quick Reference

Problem Cause/Checks
End Tower keeps moving with SYSTEM in STOP. Check Direction Control Cartridge and MFC
End Tower will not move with SYSTEM in RUN. Cartridge. (more info following)
NOTE: If the system Auto Reverses, it will move for
23 secs. regardless of SYSTEM Switch
End Tower speed will not adjust Check MFC (Motorized Flow Control)
(more info following)

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6.4. PLC Control Panel Circuit Board
IMPORTANT:
1. PLC Circuit Board MUST BE Rev. 5, with 256 processor to operate ULTRA.
2. Jumpers must be installed on J6 & J8 to enable communication with Encoder.
LED Indicators
- Left and Right Speed Pulses
- Speed Adjustment Left and Right
Direction Override Pushbuttons
- Increase “+”, Decrease “-“
Momentary Direction Change of
- Auxiliary Speed Switch 1 or 2
End Towers
- CPU (flashing = working correctly)
- Red = Right REV, Left FWD
- +24 VDC Power
- White = Right FWD, Left REV
- +5 VDC Power
Ribbon Connectors
Keypad &
LCD Screen
Fuses
Battery F2 = Lf MFC A
CR2032 F4 = Lf MFC B
- for Date/Time F3 = Rt MFC A
256 F5 = Rt MFC B
Relay LED’s (all above 0.5A
D23 = FWD, Lf slow acting.)
D24 = REV, Lf
D27 = FWD,Rt F1=+24VDC IN
D28 = REV, Rt 5A
D31 = EG, Lf
D32 = EG Rt Rev 5
D35 = Safety D88 = Water Flow
Pulses
COM LED’s D81 = Rev Sw.
Jumpers J6 & J8
ULTRA Encoder
Safety Com1, Com2 Above Str Left End Right End Analog Power
Connector Connector Pots Connector Connector Connector Connector
Figure 69. PLC Circuit Board Overview

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6.5. Right End Tower Control Manifold Components
Figure 70. Right End Tower Control Manifold Components.
6.6. Point Manifold PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
Observe the LED’s on the Point Manifold PCB to tell what is happening at the end tower.
Figure 71. Point Manifold PCB

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6.7. Tractor Hydraulic Panel Components (Left End)

- Oil Flow Path described in section 5.2.3.
Jan. 2008 – April 2010
4 5
2 3
Figure 72. Tractor Hydraulic Panel (Jan. 2008 – April 2010).

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Direction
Steering
4 2
5 3
6
1
BOTTOM
VIEW
Figure 72.1 Tractor Hydraulic Manifold Panel Assy (May 2010 - ).

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6.8. Tractor Control Panels – Electric & Hydraulic

Buried Wire Guidance Board
Jan. 2008 – April 2010
Above Cable Logic Board

Steering Control
- Above Ground or
Buried Wire
TRACTOR STEERING SPEED & DIRECTION

CONTROL CIRCUIT CONTROL CIRCUIT
12VDC 24VDC
Sensor Motor
- used to determine
speed of the tractor.
Steering Solenoids
- set 1:1 steer or 2:1 steer
Flow Divider
- divides flow into 4 equal parts
MFC (Motorized Flow Control)

- sets speed of Tractor.
Tractor Direction Control

- Right Side Direction
Tractor Direction Control

- Left Side Direction
Figure 73. Tractor Hydraulic Panel (Jan. 2008 – April 2010).

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Above Cable Logic Board
Steering Control
Buried Wire Guidance Board - Above Ground or
Buried Wire
TRACTOR STEERING
CONTROL CIRCUIT
12VDC
MFC (Motorized Flow Control)

- sets speed of Tractor.
Flow Divider
Tractor Direction Control - divides flow into 4 equal parts
- Left & Right Side Direction
SPEED & DIRECTION

CONTROL CIRCUIT
24VDC
Steering Solenoids
- set 1:1 steer or 2:1 steer
Sensor Motor
- used to determine
speed of the tractor.
Figure 73.1. Tractor Hydraulic Panel (May 2010 - ).

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Direction Coils to be Energized – PIVOT MODE

LEFT END - TRACTOR
RIGHT END TOWER = No Coils energized in
MANIFOLD Pivot Mode
Status Screen #1
CCW APPL 45 IPM

AS 0.55” 48 Hr/Rv
EG R 302.5 deg
CCW = FWD Coil PIVOT TO: 180.0 deg
CW = REV Coil
Jan. 2008 – April 2010
CCW = FWD LED CW = REV LED

= +24 on #3 = +24 on #4
= Red Wire = Orange Wire
Figure 73.1 Pivot Mode. May 2010 -
Direction Coils to be Energized – LINEAR MODE, “0” POSITION
Test Screen #3
RIGHT END TWR MANIFOLD = Verify “0” Position

“0” 00.0”
SPANS AHEAD
SET018 L024 R012
FWD = FWD Coil

LEFT END - TRACTOR
REV = REV Coil
FWD LED REV LED
= +24 on #3 = +24 on #4
= FWD Coils = REV Coils
FWD LED REV LED
= +24 on #3 = +24 on #4
Jan. 2008 – April 2010
May 2010 -
Figure 73.2 Linear Mode “0” Position.

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Direction Coils to be Energized – LINEAR MODE, “180” POSITION
Notes to remember about the 180 position:

- Spans are now on the opposite side of the tractor.
- Fwd and Rev are still determined by facing the Control Panels.
- The LEFT End is always the Tractor
- The RIGHT End is the End Tower.
- Directions coils on the Right End are energized opposite of the “0” position.
LEFT END - TRACTOR

FWD LED REV LED
= +24 on #3 = +24 on #4
Test Screen #3 = Red Wire = Orange Wire
= Verify “180” Position = FWD Coils = REV Coils

180 00.0”
SPANS AHEAD
SET018 L024 R012
Jan. 2008 – April 2010
May 2010 -
RIGHT END TWR MANIFOLD
REV = FWD Coil
FWD =REV Coil
REV= FWD LED FWD = REV LED

= +24 on #3 = +24 on #4
Figure 73.3 Linear Mode “180” Position.

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System Will Not Move in One Direction – Check Coils

Check for proper voltage (24 VDC) at the End Tower.
NOTE: Voltage MUST BE at least 22 VDC for the Direction Solenoid to work properly.
Forward, check between terminals 3 and 8 (ground)
Reverse, check between terminals 4 and 8 (ground).
Figure 74. Check End Tower Solenoid Coils
System Will Not Stop or System Will Not Move in One Direction
– Check Solenoid Valve Cartridge
Note: Direction Control Cartridge Valve Change Jan. 2008

Prior to Jan. 2008 = Gold Cartridge
Jan. 2008 and after = Silver Cartridge (Coils opposite)
If the system will not stop when it should or if both coils can be removed and the system continues to walk;
the 4-Way DC Valve Cartridge may be contaminated. The same is true if the system will move one direction,
but not the other.
- Use one coil to check operation in both directions as shown
Remove the coils from the Valve Cartridge and then remove the Cartridge from the Body by unscrewing it.
Examine the ports for contamination. Blow the ports out, preferably with compressed air. Try to work the
plunger, which is located inside the cartridge and can be accessed from the bottom of the cartridge.
The cartridge can be separated for contamination removal. The bottom portion will unscrew from the top
portion. The threads have been sealed with lock-tight. Using 2 pairs of vise grips on the cartridge will allow
more force with less possibility of scarring. Hold the top with a 7/8” wrench.

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Figure 75. Check End 4-Way Solenoid Cartridge
System Will Not Move in Either Direction – Possible Reasons

Hydraulic reasons:
- No Hydraulic system pressure
- Pressure Line Ball Valve at End Tower is closed
- End Tower Filter is Plugged
- DC Valve Cartridge is stuck, will not change position
Electrical reasons:
- No 24VDC power to End Tower Coils
- MFC (Motorized Flow Control) cartridge is in fully closed position
System Will Not Move in Either Direction – Check 160 WATT Power Supply
Figure 76. Power Supply Check - Engine Drive

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System Will Not Move in Either Direction – Check Motorized Flow Control (MFC)
Speed Change Operation - Explanation

1. SYSTEM Toggle to RUN position, or “+” “-“ APPL change.
2. Speed Pulses counted for 10 seconds, then ACT Speed displayed on Test Screen 2
3. Speed change made (sends voltage on Term 1& 2, Right & Left Ends)
- SET compared to ACT, speed “+” or “-“ accordingly.
- the farther apart the SET is from ACT, the longer “+” or “-“ will show.
- LED’s on PLC Board and End Tower Board indicate Speed Change (SPD+ or SPD-)
- Either +24VDC or -24VDC, depending on if speed needs to be increased or decreased.
- Test Screen 2 shows + or – to indicate change is taking place, and whether increase or decrease.
LEFT SET IPM 024

LEFT ACT IPM 030 -
RGHT SET IPM 024
RGHT ACT IPM 020 +
4. At end of Speed Change, Speed Pulses again counted for 10 secs.

5. Speed adjustment process repeated 6 times, with 10 second intervals.
6. Then adjustment interval is changed to 30 seconds.
Figure 77. Check Motorized Flow Control.
NOTE: To manually adjust the speed of the End Towers using the Keypad, Disable the ETSEN PRI & REF
SFTY. See “OPERATION” section for full explanation. This allows for easier voltage checks.

DISABLE

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Manually Adjust Speed Using MFC at End Tower, System Moving Either FWD or REV
Figure 78. Manually Operate Motorized Flow Control (MFC) at End Tower.
Remove Motorized Flow Control at End Tower for Visual Check
Figure 79. Manually Operate Motorized Flow Control at End Tower.

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Intermediate Tower in Bypass, ET Sensor Safety

NOTE: Use Caution, refer to Pivot Operators Manual.
Option 1: End Tower movement not needed to re-align:
1. Leave SYSTEM Run-Stop Toggle Switch in STOP of Precision Linear Panel.
2. Start Hydraulic Pump, safety switches to “Start” position.
3. Re-align tower, use Precision Linear Panel and operate normally.
Option 2: End Tower movement desired as tower is re-aligned:
Refer to following section on “RIGHT” or ”LEFT ET SENS SAFETY”.
RIGHT ET SENS SAFETY or LEFT ET SENS SAFETY (Actual Speed Displays “0”)
- Precision Linear Control Board not receiving pulses from the End Tower Speed Sensor
- for 35 secs. with “System” switch in the “RUN” position,
- Possible causes:
- The End Tower may be stopped. No movement of the End Tower to provide pulses.
- The End Tower may be moving but the Speed Sensor is defective.
- There may be a loose wire, a wiring problem or no power to the Speed Sensor.
First make checks at Panel:
Figure 79.1. Check Speed Sensor Operation at PLC Panel.
If No Pulses at Panel, Disable the ETSEN PRI & REF SFTY
Figure 80. Disable ETSEN PRI & REF SFTY.

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End Tower Speed must be slowed down for End Tower Checks.
Figure 81. Slow End Tower Speed to 6-10 IPM.
Use Volt Meter to Check Sensor Power and Sensor Pulses at End Tower.
Figure 82. Check Sensor Power and Pulses.
If still not correct, remove Bk Pulse Wire in Sensor Cable from ET Manifold PCB Bd.
Figure 83. Check Sensor Pulses with Bk Wire Disconnected.

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Results of Testing
- If no power to Spd Sensor, determine why.
- If Pulse Voltage is present, but low side not below 1.0 VDC, see “Grounding Notes.”
- If Pulse Voltage is good with Bk Wire disconnected (Test #8), but not correct with Bk Wire
connected in circuit, then Pulse Voltage shorted somewhere.
- Try bypassing the Manifold PCB, connect Bk Pulse wire directly to Blue Span Wire.
- Check Span Wire to PLC Panel.
- If Pulse Voltage is not good with Bk Wire disconnected (Test #8), then problem is in either the
Sensor Cable or Sensor itself.
- Use Sensor Tester as follows.
Grounding Notes:
Figure 84. Check Grounds.
Use Sensor Tester
Figure 85. Use Sensor Tester.

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T-L Sensor Tester (EA532180) Notes:

• Make sure that End Tower is moving 6 - 10 IPM.
• Press the Battery Test button on tester before connecting to sensor.
o LED on top of Tester should light.
• Sensors that are not installed can be tested by connecting sensor to Tester and then placing
“Ferrous” metal (screwdriver, pliers, etc) next to sensing face of sensor. Then move back and forth
across the face of sensor to simulate motor shaft teeth going by sensor.
Speed Sensor Replacement
If Speed Sensor does not generate pulses with +24 power to the sensor, it will need to be replaced using the
following procedure:
1. Remove existing speed sensor wires from end tower junction box OR if separate yellow cable
comes off sensor, unscrew cable from sensor
2. Unscrew existing speed sensor from hydraulic motor.
3. Install new speed sensor.
- turn speed sensor in till it bottoms out on shaft (do NOT force)
(be sure jam nut is backed off sufficiently)
- back speed sensor out at least ¼ turn CCW plus the amount
necessary to align the notches. Notches on speed
sensor hex nut must end up perpendicular to motor shaft.
- back speed sensor out only enough to align notch (at least ¼ turn)
- hold in place and tighten jam nut.
- Parker Sensor motors do not require alignment
NOTE: If the Speed Sensor at the End Tower is defective or pulses are not received by the Precision Linear
Board, the Board will see this as the Linear not moving and thus keep trying to increase the speed of the
Linear until the “ET Sensor Safety” occurs. (0 IPM actual vs. Set speed)
Figure 86. Speed Sensor Replacement

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End Gun Not Working
1. Check Wiring, Voltages, Coil Ohms, and LED’s on Circuit Bds.
Figure 87. End Gun Operation Checks
2. Check Proper operation at End Tower

- proper voltage to End Gun Coil (+24 VDC)
- ohm the Coil (40 ohms)
- Nut should be on FINGER TIGHT (3 ft. lbs. torque)
- remove the Cartridge and check for contamination
- separate top from bottom as explained earlier for the Direction Solenoid
Figure 88. Check End Gun Solenoid

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3. Check Operation of Cylinder Shutoff Valve:
Figure 88.1 Check End Gun Solenoid.
Figure 88.2 Check End Gun Booster Solenoid.

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Checking Auto Reverse/Auto Stop Operation
If the Auto Reverse/Auto Stop does not operate correctly, determine if the problem is hydraulic or electrical.
A quick check is to check that the direction coils are being activated correctly for the desired direction (see
previous sections). If the coils are activated correctly, but the system will not change direction, the problem is
more than likely hydraulic and probably contamination in the directional control solenoid valve cartridge.
If the coils are not switching, the problem can be assumed to be electrical. Use the following diagram to trace
the Auto Reverse Operation.
Figure 89. Check Auto Reverse/Auto Stop Operation.

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6.9. Above Cable Tractor Guidance Troubleshooting

- Refer to Appendix 2 for Wiring Diagram
6.9.1. General Overview
Tractor Gd
Elec Panel
Reverse
Controller Hydraulic
Panel
Secondary
Safety
Position
Stop
Forward
Controller
12VDC Safety Relay (Jan. 2011)

- Primary Safety or Proc Safety
from Logic Board closes Relay
Above Ground Cable Gd. and sends Ground on term 7
- energizes steering valves Be/Bk wire to PLC Panel.
to keep tractor moving
straight down the cable.
24VDC Reversing Relay
- +24 to Relay, closes
Reverse Circuit on Logic Bd.
- tells Logic Board to use the
Reverse Controller.
Panels shown:
Jan. 2008 – April 2010.
See Fig 73.1

May 2010 -
Figure 90. Above Ground Cable Guidance Overview.

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6.10. Buried Wire Tractor Guidance Troubleshooting

- Refer to Appendix 2 for Wiring Diagram
6.10.1. General Overview
DUMMY LOAD – METER Checks:
Ref Antenna = 10.0 mVAC
Str Antenna = 0.0 mVAC over wire
0.2 mVAC to steer
0.8 mVAC Primary Sfty
Forward
Steering
Antenna
Tractor Gd Reverse
Elec. Panel Steering
Antenna
Tractor Gd
Hydr. Panel
Reference
Antenna
Check Guidance Bd.

- no jumpers installed
- Switch to “LINEAR”
Buried Wire Gd.
- energizes steering valves
to keep tractor moving
straight down the cable.
Safety Relay
- Stops system if Guidance
Bd is removed.
- +24 to Relay, keeps Gnd
circuit open and no Safety
with Gd Bd in place.
Panels shown:
Jan. 2008 – April 2010.
See Fig 73.1

May 2010 -
Figure 91. Buried Wire Overview.

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6.10.2. Guidance Board Indicator LED’s.
RUN PRI SEC
Figure 92. LED’s on Guidance Board.
6.10.3. Low or No Oscillator Signal.

- Engine will NOT stay running, with PLC Panel Power “RUN”:
- Guidance Bd not installed in Tractor Gd Panel
- Low or No Oscillator Signal.
- Disconnect Yw/Bk wire connected to SAFETY CONNS Term 1.
- Check if “SEC” light is lit on Gd Bd.
- “SEC” = low or no Reference Antenna Signal
- “RUN” = all okay
Figure 93. Buried Wire Troubleshooting.

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6.10.4. Guidance Board “PRI” LED on.

- System is off the wire, trying to steer back on track.
- Move Safety Toggle Switch in PLC Panel to “START” to correct the problem.
6.11. Tractor Pushed or Pulled off Guidance

6.11.1. Excessive Angle will Push or Pull Tractor.
- Angle of Spans should stay under 2.0 degrees
- Fluid in Tires, Extra Weight on Tractor may be necessary to stabilize the Tractor.
- May have to change to “Pivot Mode” to straighten system out.
Figure 94. Excessive Angle.
6.12. BEI Encoder Not Reading.

- System Toggle Switch in RUN position, ”COMMUNICATION LOST” safety.
6.12.1. Check Wiring of BEI Encoder.
Figure 95. Wiring of Serial Encoder.

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6.12.2. Check Jumpers on PLC Bd and RX1 LED.
RX1 LED
flashing
Jumpers on
J6 and
J8.
Figure 96. Check PLC Board.
6.12.3. Check Power and Signal Lines.

- In PLC Panel, check power to Encoder
- In PLC Panel, check with TTL meter on 2 comm wires
Figure 97. Check Encoder Power and Signal.

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7. APPENDIX 1: CALIBRATION OF ROLLING RADIUS
Step 1. Operate System at 1:1 steering ratio. End tower speed set LEFT SET IPM 040
about 40 IPM. Operate so Left and Right ACT IPM are LEFT ACT IPM 040
about equal. Stop system. RGHT SET IPM 040
RGHT ACT IPM 040
Step 2. Disconnect MFC adjustment wires to Left and Right Ends.

- this will allow system to travel at set IPM, without any changes.
Figure 98. Disconnect Left & Right MFC wires
Step 3. Flag 100 ft on both the Left and Right ends. System can travel either FWD or REV. FWD shown.
Figure 99. Flag out 100 ft and time how long it takes each end to Travel.
Step 4. Place SYSTEM Toggle in RUN position. Time how long it takes for each end to travel the 100 ft.
- use a Stop Watch or use the CURR TIME from the PLC. This must be exact.
Step 5. Calculate the measured IPM and compare to the LEFT & RIGHT ACT IPM from Test Screen.
Then adjust the RR for the Left & Right Ends in SYSTEM SETUP.
Example: Left time = 27 min 54 sec Right Time = 27 min 10 sec
Meas. IPM = 43 Meas. IPM = 44
Left ACT = 40 Right ACT = 40
% diff = 7.5% % diff = 10%
LEFT RR = 22.9 in RIGHT RR = 22.9 in
Adjust by 1.7 in Adjust by 2.3 in
New LEFT RR = 24.6 New RIGHT RR = 25.2
Example Calculations:
Distance (ft) X 12 in/ft
Meas. IPM = ------------------------------------- X 60 sec/min
(min X 60 sec/min) + sec
100 ft X 12 in/ft 72000

Ex. Left Meas. IPM = -------------------------- X 60 = ------------------ = 43 IPM
(27 X 60) + 54 secs in 100 ft

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43 - 40
Ex. % diff = ------------- X 100 = 7.5%
40
Ex. Adjust = 22.9 X 0.075 = 1.7 in New LEFT RR = 22.9 + 1.7 = 24.6 in
(NOTE: If measured IPM is high, increase RR.
If measured IPM is low, decrease RR.)
Check Distance Counter

- Once the RR for the Left & Right Tires has been calibrated, the distance counter should be
accurate. Use the following procedure to check. Remember that the Distance Counter uses the
Right End for calculation.
Repeat the above procedure for “Calibration of RR”. THU 11/29/07 10:23A
This time, also check the distance counter before and after SET DIST=01320 ft
traveling 100 ft. (Status Screen 2.) CURR DIST=00150 ft
Example before = 150 ft. 005:42:16 TO STOP
THU 11/29/07 10:53A

SET DIST=01320 ft
Example after = 251 ft. CURR DIST=00251 ft
005:42:16 TO STOP
Net Distance traveled = 101 ft. vs. 100 meas.
Distance Checkpoints
Establish distance checkpoints at known, measured distances, such as:

- hose change locations
- Application change locations (Aux Appl setpoints)
- crop change locations
- End Gun setpoints
- etc.
Compare the checkpoint distance with the CURR DIST displayed on STATUS SCREEN 2.
- If off by more than 2%, repeat procedure for Calibration of RR.
- reset Distance in RUN SETUP to match location.
Figure 100. Establish Distance Checkpoints

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8. APPENDIX 2: WIRING DIAGRAMS

8.1. Cable Routing (Jan. 2008 – April 2010)
Collector
Ring
Span
Cable
Reverse
Controller
20/15
(Gray)
14/2 16/8
Secondary
Safety Hydr.
Tank
Position PLC
14/2 Tract. Panel
Stop Gd.
Panel
Forward 16/4
Controller 16/8 Engine
16/8 16/10 Panel
Sensor
Cable
Hydr.
Str. Coils Panel
Dir. Coils
& MFC
Collector
Ring
Span
Cable
Reverse
20/15 Antenna
(Gray)
Position
Stop Hydr.
Tank
PLC
14/2 Tract. Panel
Forward Gd.
Antenna Panel
16/4
16/8 Engine
16/10 Panel
Sensor
Cable
Hydr.
Str. Coils Panel
Dir. Coils
& MFC
Reference
Antenna
Figure 101. Cable Routing (Jan. 2008 – April 2010).

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8.2. Cable Routing (May 2010 - )
Collector
Ring
Span
Cable
Reverse
Controller
20/15
(Gray)
14/2 16/8
Secondary
Safety Hydr.
Tank
Position PLC
14/2 Tract. Panel
Stop Gd.
Panel
Forward 16/4
Controller 16/8 Engine
16/8 16/10 Panel
16/10 Sensor
Hydr. Cable
Panel
Collector
Ring
Span
Cable
Reverse
20/15 Antenna
(Gray)
Position
Stop Hydr.
Tank
PLC
14/2 Tract. Panel
Forward Gd.
Antenna Panel
16/4
16/8 Engine
16/10 Panel
16/10 Sensor
Hydr. Cable
Panel
Reference
Antenna
Figure 101.1 Cable Routing (Jan. 2008 – April 2010).

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8.3. Precision Linear Control Panel Internal Wiring – Top Half vers 4 & 5 Bd
Figure 103. Precision Linear Control Panel Internal Wiring – Top Half vers 4 & 5 Bd.

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8.4. Precision Linear Control Panel Internal Wiring – Bottom Half vers. 4 & 5 Bd.
Figure 104. Precision Linear Control Panel Internal Wiring – Bottom Half vers 4 & 5 Bd.

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8.5. Power & Safety Conns. Wiring
Figure 105. Power & Safety Conns. Wiring.

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8.6. Tractor Hydraulic Manifold Panel Wiring (May 2010 - )
Figure 105.1 Tractor Hydraulic Manifold Panel Wiring (May 2010 - ).

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8.7. Above Ground Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010)
EA52104 Panel
Figure 106. Above Ground Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010).

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8.8. Above Ground Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - )

EA52304 Panel (12VDC Safety Relay added Jan. 20, 2011)
Figure 106.1. Above Ground Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - ).

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8.9. PLC Panel to Above Ground Tractor Guidance Panel Wiring
Figure 107. PLC Panel to Above Ground Tractor Guidance Panel Wiring.

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8.10. Buried Wire Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010)
EA52109 Panel
Figure 108. Buried Wire Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010).

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8.11. Buried Wire Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - )

EA52309 Panel
Figure 108.1 Buried Wire Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - ).

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8.12. PLC Panel to Buried Wire Tractor Guidance Panel Wiring
Figure 109. PLC Panel to Buried Wire Guidance Panel Wiring.

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8.13. Straddle Ditch Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010)
Figure 110. Straddle Ditch Tractor Panel Wiring (Jan. 2008 – April 2010).

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8.14. Straddle Ditch Guidance Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - )

EA52304 Panel (12VDC Safety Relay added Jan. 20, 2011)
Figure 110.1 Straddle Ditch Tractor Panel Wiring (May 2010 - ).

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8.15. PLC Panel to Straddle Ditch Tractor Guidance Panel Wiring
Figure 111. PLC Panel to Straddle Ditch Guidance Panel Wiring.

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8.16. PLC Panel 20/15 Swivel Cable Wiring
Figure 112. PLC Panel 20/15 Swivel Cable Wiring.
8.17. Water Pressure Sensor Wiring
Figure 113. Water Pressure Sensor Wiring.

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8.18. Collector Ring Wiring
Figure 114. Collector Ring Wiring.

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8.19. Right End Tower Wiring
Figure 115. Right End Tower Wiring.

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9. APPENDIX 3: Service Parts

EA51056 DC-DC Converter, Engine 12 to 24 VDC 160 Watt (5.5 amp max output)
EA52512 End Tower Reversing Switch Assy with Cable
EC50351 Precision Linear Control - Circuit Board Only
EC98379 Sterling Coil 12 VDC with wire leads (black coil CCS012L)
EC98389 Sterling Coil 24 VDC with Deutsche Connector and wire leads (black coil CCS024H)
EH53127 Precision Linear Control Face Plate, Keypad, Circuit Board, & Screen, Version 5
EW53121 Precision Linear Control Power Wiring Harness
EW53122 Precision Linear Control Above Ground Steering Wiring Harness
EW53123 Precision Linear Control Communication Wiring Harness
EW53124 Precision Linear Control Analog Wiring Harness
EW53125 Precision Linear Control Right/Left Wiring Harness
EW53126 Precision Linear Control Safety Wiring Harness
EC50761 Fuse 20 amp AGC
EC50951 Fuse MDL ½ amp slow acting
EC5322 BEI Serial Encoder
EH53240 Point Manifold PCB (6/04 - )
EH56613 Weather Guard Protective Rubberized Spray
ES53218 Speed Sensor – M12
ES53219 Sensor Cable (Black)
FW56512 Star Washer 1/4”
FW56513 Star Washer 5/16”
HF57731 Replacement Element for Motor Port Filters in Manifold Body (2/09 - )
HF57778 Replacement Element for Pressure in Manifold Body - 90-Micron
HV98064 Motorized Flow Control Valve for Speed Control in Manifold – 3 GPM
HV98065 Motorized Flow Control Valve for Speed Control in Manifold – 5 GPM
HV98382 Cartridge Valve 2-Way for Booster Control Valve
HV98383 Cartridge Valve 3-way for End Gun Shutoff
HV98384 Cartridge Valve 4-Way for Direction Control - Silver Plated (1/08 - )
HV98392 Magnet for Solenoids
HV98386 Body with ¾” Ports for 2-Way Booster Control Valve
MD89820 Digital Multimeter - Omega
ES532180 Sensor Tester
Above Ground Guidance

EH50734 Linear Logic Bd II for Above Gnd Cable Gd
EH52124 Relay 24 VDC, Automotive style
ES52560 Mercury Tilt Switch for Secondary Safety
ES53192 Proximity Switch – Above Ground Cable Guidance
Buried Wire Guidance

EA52253 Dummy Load For Bur Wire
EC50661 Osc PCB II
EC50665 Osc Mother PCB (use in old style, screw on lid type enclosure for Oscillator)
EC50681 Guid Cntrl PCB II
EC50687 Multi-Mother Bd (use in new plastic enclosure for both Guidance and Oscillator Boards)
ED50704 Antenna 1000 HZ for Buried Wire Guidance, 25 ft. Leads
ED5079 Antenna 1200 HZ for Buried Wire Guidance, 25 ft. Leads
EH53908 Heat Shrink Tubing 1/2 X 6” (Buried Wire Splice)

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10. APPENDIX 4: Set-Up Records
DATE/TIMES
Screen 1 N/A Display current date & time, Hr:Min:Sec
Screen 2 N/A Display the Run Times
Screen 3 ______ Enter date (mm/dd/yy), day, time and AM or PM
SYSTEM SETUP (defaults)

Units English ______ English or Metric
Irrigated Width 1285 ______ Ft
Water Supply Hose ______ Hose Drag or Ditch Feed
Water Flow 800 ______ GPM
Left (Tractor) Gear 68:1 ______
Left (Tractor) Tire 23.5 ______
Right Gear 68:1 ______
Right Tire 23.5 ______
Max Speed 60 ______ IPM
Min Appl. .20” ______ in.
Spd Adj Rate Left .018 ______ sec/IPM
Spd Adj Rate Right .018 ______ sec /IPM
Analog Water Pressure Yes ______ Yes/No
Full Scale 100 ______ 0 to 200 (Max Pressure on 4 to 20 mA sensor)
Low Water Press 12 ______ psi
00:30 ______ mm:ss
Initial Delay 15:00 ______ mm:ss
Water Flow Meter Yes ______ Yes/No
Gal/Pulse 1.25 ______
Linear Type ULTRA ______
EG AREAS
EG AREAS Enable/Disable
Linear Mode Settings
Item Setting Item Setting
Pivot Mode Settings
Item Setting

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AUX APPL
AUX APPL Enable/Disable
Item Appl Speed Distances
GUID SETUP (defaults)

Guidance Type BEI Encoder BEI Above Cable SRH280 or Buried Wire
Steering Sig Time 4 ______ sec
Stay Steering Time 12 ______ sec
Set BEI Angle to 0 ______ Yes/No (Set to 0 degrees at startup)
Press Enter at 0
Primary Safety Level 6.0 ______ deg
Anti Ovrstr Out 1.0 ______ deg
Anti Ovrstr In 1.0 ______ deg
Anti Ovrstr Back Out 1.0 ______ deg
RUN SETUP

AR/AS Setpoint FWD ______ ft
AR/AS Setpoing REV ______ ft
AR/AS Delay Timer ______ min.
Ditch Feed Auto Reverse (if Ditch) ______ FWD, REV, Both, NEITHER
Re-Set Distance ______ Yes/No,
Enter Distance ______ ft
Re-Set User Run Time to Zero ______ Yes/No
ETSEN Pri & Ref Sfty ______ Enable/Disable
Operating Mode ______ Linear/Pivot
Span Position (Linear Mode) ______ “0” or “180”
End to use for Distance Counter ______ Left or Right
Low Power Safety ______ Enable/Disable
Rotate Tractor 90 Degrees ______ Yes/No

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ULTRA Linear System

CD90461 January 2011

1/25/2011 ULTRA Linear Operators Manual 1

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1.1. General Information

1.2. Guidelines for System Operation

8. Minimum Travel Speed on all T-L Linears is 8 Inches per Minute.

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1.3. ULTRA Linear Components

ULTRA TRACTOR RIGHT END TOWER

Figure 1. ULTRA Linear System Components

1.4. ULTRA Linear System Operation Modes Overview

Figure 2. Linear Mode Operation. Figure 3. Ultra Tractor in Linear Mode.

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1.4.2. Pivot Mode

Figure 4. Pivot Mode Operation. Figure 5. Spans in Pivot Mode.

1.4.3. “0” Zero Position vs. “180” Position of Spans

Figure 6. Span Position – “0” or “180”.

1.4.4. Rotation of Tractor for L-Shaped Field

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Figure 7. Rotation of Tractor.

1.4.5. Towable Option

Figure 8. Towing System.

1.5. Linear System Guidance Notes (See Section 5.1)

Figure 9. Encoder in Collector Ring. Figure 10. Measure Angle.

- Keep fit-up tight for improved sensitivity.

Figure 11. Fit-up Snug for Improved Sensitivity.

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Figure 11a. Check PLC Board.

1.5.2. Tractor Guidance - keeps Tractor on straight path

- Steers Tractor by changing speeds of tires on each side.

Figure 14. Tractor Guidance Operation.

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Figure 15. Guidance Component Checks.

1.5.3. Storage of Rotation Arm and Tie Rod

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2.1. Control Panel Overview

FWD APPL 0.75”

Figure 17. Control Panel Overview.

3 Power Switch: RUN = Operation with Engine Running.

5 Safety Switch: RUN = Safeties from Tractor Guidance Panel active.

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2.2. Board Power Up and Keypad Operation

T-L IRRIGATION FIRMWARE VERSION

AUTO STOP SAFETY

FWD APPL 0.75”

Figure 18. Board Power-Up & Keypad Operation.

2.3. Setting Speed & Direction of the System

Test Screen 1 shows speed.

Figure 19. Setting System Speed and Direction.

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2.4. STATUS Key

FWD APPL 0.75” Line 1 = Direction, Application

WED 7/29/08 10:23A Line 1 = Current Date & Time

2.5. DATE/TIMES Key

TUE Displays current Day of Week

CURR TIME = Time since SYSTEM Toggle placed

SET DATE 12/25/04 Set mm:dd:yy

2.6. SYSTEM SETUP Key