SpeedTube Operations Manual

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1 SpeedTube Operations Manual _01 2/16 1

2 Contents SpeedTube Setup... 3 Swath Calibration... 5 SpeedTube Operation... 6 Vacuum Setting... 6 Good Ride Metric... 7 SpeedTube Diagnostics... 7 SpeedTube Health Checks... 9 SpeedTube Cover and Belt Removal SpeedTube Crop Change Converting between a SpeedTube and a Seed Tube Second Alternator Installation... Error! Bookmark not defined. Annual Maintenance Troubleshooting _01 2/16 2

3 SpeedTube Setup Note: SpeedTube is automatically detected by the 20/20 SeedSense monitor and requires no specific setup. Simply plug the SpeedTube harness into the SpeedTube module and the SpeedTube will be ready for operation after initial updates. 1. To view the SpeedTube Setup screen, navigate through the following selections: Setup, Systems, vdrive, Advanced Setup, SpeedTube Setup. Refer to illustration 1-5. Illustration 1 Illustration _01 2/16 3

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5 Illustration 5 2. The available settings on the SpeedTube Setup page are SpeedTube Auto-Unjam and SpeedTube Belt Overspeed as seen in illustration The default setting for Auto-Unjam is Enabled. When enabled, SpeedTubes will automatically reverse belt direction to clear a detected jam/obstruction. 4. The default value for SpeedTube Belt Overspeed is Disabled. This value should not be changed unless directed by Product Support. 5. Refer to the SeedSense Manual for general planter configuration/setup and vdrive Operation Manual for vdrive system setup. Swath Calibration Swath Run Cal cannot be performed with vdrive or SpeedTube installed. Operators should start with the default value for Start Seeding Offset and Stop Seeding Offset. It is recommended to dig for seeds, as the operator can make manual adjustments to the Start and Stop Seeding Offset values if needed. Confirm GPS offsets are correct before adjusting Start and Stop Seeding Offset values. Refer to Illustration _01 2/16 5

6 Illustration 6 SpeedTube Operation SpeedTubes will operate anytime the Master Plant or a single Section Plant switch is active on the Cab Control Module. If the planter is not moving (lifted or lowered), SpeedTubes will operate at a minimum belt speed. To deactivate SpeedTube operation, the Master Plant and all three Section Plant switches must be off. Refer to illustration 7. Vacuum Setting Illustration 7 Increased vacuum is sometimes necessary when operating SpeedTube at higher speeds. This will help limit seeds from dropping off the disk (due to increased rough ride) before reaching the feeder wheels _01 2/16 6

7 Good Ride Metric Good Ride is of limited significance when SpeedTube is installed across the whole planter. As long as other planting metrics (spacing, SRI, ground contact, etc.) look ok, poor good ride will not impact performance. Operators should not limit speed based solely on Good Ride. The Smooth Ride Limit on the 20/20 and the Good Ride legend in FieldView can be adjusted as needed. SpeedTube Diagnostics When components are powered and communicating properly with the 20/20 SeedSense Monitor, modules will be green on the diagnose page. 1. Navigate to the SpeedTube Diagnose page by selecting Setup, Diagnose, SpeedTube. Refer to illustrations Illustration _01 2/16 7

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9 Illustration The SpeedTube Diagnostic page displays the following information for each row: Speed Source Will display current speed source GPS, Radar, or none. Actual FPS (Flights per Second) Measure of SpeedTube belt speed and is the number of belt flights per second as detected by seed sensors. Command FPS (Flights per Second) SpeedTube belt speed or flights per second as commanded. Stability Displays stability of SpeedTube motor. Supply Volts Voltage at SpeedTube Module. Drive Amps SpeedTube current draw in amps. Duty Cycle Displays SpeedTube motor output over the operating range. Seed Count Seeds detected on each row. SpeedTube Health Checks 1. After all components are detected and communicating properly, SpeedTube Health Checks should be performed. The Health Check page can be accessed from the SpeedTube Diagnostic page as shown in illustration 11, or directly from the Setup page as shown in illustration Select Voltage Current and follow the on-screen prompts for test requirements and to begin the test. Refer to illustrations 12 and _01 2/16 9

10 Illustration 12 Illustration The health check will operate through three different sections. The initial section is a warmup period in which the SpeedTubes will operate at a FPS (or RPM) equivalent to travelling at 11 MPH. During the second section, the SpeedTubes will run at a FPS equivalent to 2.5 MPH. The final portion of the health check will operate the SpeedTubes at a FPS equivalent to 10 MPH. Data is collected during the 2.5 MPH and 10 MPH portions _01 2/16 10

11 4. Below are the failure thresholds for the health check: Voltage <10 volts Amperage 3.5 MPH Test: >0.5 Amps 11 MPH Test: >4.0 Amps Duty Cycle 3.5 MPH Test: >30% 11 MPH Test: >95% Stability 3.5 MPH Test: +/-6% 11 MPH Test: +/-3.5% 5. The results page will be red for rows which no information was received. The results page will be yellow for any value out of range. 6. In the event of a failed Health Check, reference the instructions listed below. Voltage Failure: There is low supply voltage. Check harnessing for damage and ensure alternator is operating. Amperage Failure: Ensure voltage is within range. Check for obstructions or misaligned parts in SpeedTube. Duty Cycle Failure: Check for obstructions or misaligned parts in SpeedTube. Note: If problems persist, refer to the SpeedTube Troubleshooting Guide for more detailed information _01 2/16 11

12 SpeedTube Cover and Belt Removal Note: The belt cover can be removed to gain access to the belt and other internal components for inspection, removal, and cleaning. 1. Remove the sensor transmitter using the hand knob. Move the sensor to the side. Refer to illustration 14. Illustration 14 Remove Sensor 2. Remove the SpeedTube belt cover. Push up on the belt cover near the sensor removed in step 1, while simultaneously releasing the lower cover retaining tab. Rotate the cover away from the SpeedTube belt housing. Refer to illustration 15. Push tab toward bottom of SpeedTube to release _01 2/16 12

13 Illustration 15 Removal of Belt Cover 3. Remove the belt by rotating it by hand and rolling it off the bottom idler pulley. Remove from the top drive pulley. 4. Re-install the belt by placing it around the top drive pulley. Ensure it is fully seated. Rotate the belt by hand and roll it onto the bottom idler pulley. Rotate the belt back and forth to check alignment and smooth operation. Note: When Re-installing the belt, take notice of the flight orientation. Reference the diagram molded into the SpeedTube housing for correct orientation. Refer to illustration 16. Illustration 16 Belt Orientation 5. To re-set the tension for the new belt, loosen the tension bracket retaining screw and ensure the bracket is free from debris and can move freely. Refer to illustration 17. Illustration 17 Loosen Tension Bracket Retaining Screw _01 2/16 13

14 6. Roll the belt back and forth by hand. The coil spring will provide the appropriate tension to the belt. Re-tighten the tension bracket retaining screw. 7. Re-install the belt cover. Confirm the hook on the bottom of the cover is inserted in the latch on the belt housing as shown in illustration 18. Press the cover down around the lower retaining clip. A click should be heard, confirming the cover is secured to the housing. Reinstall the sensor. Illustration 18 Install SpeedTube Belt Cover SpeedTube Crop Change (Corn to Soybeans) Note: Meter crop kits will also need to be changed when switching crops. 1) Install the soybean deflector by snapping it into the cavity on the gearbox housing. The small feeder wheel will stay installed. Refer to illustration 19. Illustration 19 Soybean Deflector Installation _01 2/16 14

15 2) To switch back to corn, simply remove the soybean deflector. Refer to illustration 20. Illustration 20 Soybean Deflector Removal Converting between a SpeedTube and a Seed Tube Note: To plant crops other than corn and soybeans it is necessary to re-install a seed tube. 1) Remove the meter from the hopper. 2) Separate the meter housing from the SpeedTube ready seed cover. 3) If necessary, transfer crop kit components from the SpeedTube seed cover to the Seed Tube seed cover. Refer to the vset 2 crop setup guide for more information. 4) Install a vset 2 seed tube seed cover on the meter housing and re-install the complete meter onto the hopper. 5) Remove the SpeedTube and SpeedTube retention spring from the row unit. 6) Re-install the seed tube. Note: Illustration 21 displays the difference between a vset 2 SpeedTube seed cover and a seed tube seed cover. Refer to the vset 2 manual for more details _01 2/16 15

16 Seed Tube Seed Cover SpeedTube Seed Cover Illustration 21 vset 2 Meter Seed Covers Annual Maintenance Below is a list of items that should be checked on an annual basis. Details on when to replace components are also included. Take out belt and leave removed during off season. Reset belt tension before next planting season. Check feeder wheels for wear and replace as necessary. Details below. Check belt housing insert for wear and replace as necessary. Details below. Inspect overall SpeedTube for any damage or increased wear (housing, cover, sensor lenses, belt pulleys, etc.) Details below. Check opening disks and guards for accelerated wear or damage. It is best practice to replace guard when replacing opening disks. If power washing the planter at end of season, it is recommended to first remove SpeedTubes. Compressed air or lower pressure water is recommended for cleaning SpeedTubes. Check row unit for any loose hardware, specifically parallel arm fasteners _01 2/16 16

17 Feeder Wheel Wear Grove worn in feeder wheels on side closest to seed disk Should be replaced if seeding performance is negatively affected New, unworn feeder wheels Broken feeder wheel fingers Should be replaced _01 2/16 17

18 SpeedTube Housing Insert Wear New housing insert (top) vs. worn housing insert (bottom) Replace when bumps are worn down/broken off New insert installed in housing Drive Pulley Wear New drive pulley _01 2/16 Worn drive pulley Should be replaced 18

19 SpeedTube Cover and Housing Wear Material starting to wear and thin wall thickness New cover and housing Worn cover and housing Should be replaced SpeedTube Drive Housing Insert New Drive Housing Insert (left) vs. Worn/Damaged Insert (right) _01 2/16 New Drive Housing Insert Installed 19

20 SpeedTube Guard Wear New SpeedTube Guard Worn SpeedTube Guard Replace on same schedule as opening disks, unless wear develops faster as shown Troubleshooting Please refer to the SpeedTube troubleshooting guides available on the Technical Documents portion of the Precision Planting Website _01 2/16 20