John Deere GreenStar Rate Controller Operator Manual OMPFP23424

Table of Content:

1 Introduction
1.1 Foreword
1.2 John Deere Technical Information Bookstore
2 Safety
2.1 Recognize Safety Information
2.2 Understand Signal Words
2.3 Follow Safety Instructions
2.4 Practice Safe Maintenance
2.5 Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
2.6 Handle Electronic Components and Brackets Safely
2.7 Use Electronic Display Properly
2.8 Operate Guidance Systems Safely
2.9 Use Seat Belt Properly
2.10 Wear Protective Clothing
2.11 Operate Safely
2.12 Read and Understand MSDS
2.13 Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely
2.14 Working With Anhydrous Ammonia
2.15 Emergency Procedure For Anhydrous Ammonia
2.16 Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components
3 Safety Signs
3.1 Malfunction of Implement Height Switch Detected
3.2 Unexpected NH3 Flow Detected
3.3 Unexpected NH3 Flow Detected
3.4 Unexpected Chemical Flow Detected
3.5 NH3 Diagnostic Tests
3.6 Diagnostic Tests
4 Safety Features
4.1 Safety Features
4.2 Implement Height Switch
5 Regulatory and Compliance Information
5.1 Identify Date Code
5.2 Customs Union–EAC (English and Russian)
5.3 EU Declaration of Conformity
5.4 Thailand—Declaration of Conformity
5.5 UK Declaration of Conformity
6 System Overview
6.1 Theory of Operation
6.2 Profile Types
6.3 Run Page–Sprayer
6.4 Manual Spray Operation
6.5 Run Page–NH3
6.6 Run Page–Planter
6.7 Run Page–MCS Applicator
6.8 Rate Controller Requirements
6.9 Component Overview and Compatibility
6.10 Sections
6.11 Flow Control Valves
7 Component Overview
7.1 StarFire™ Receiver
7.2 Display
7.3 Foot Switch
7.4 Switch Box
7.5 System Speed Signal
8 Configuring Sprayers, Liquid Fertilizer Tools, and Specialty Sprayers
8.1 Configuring Sprayers, Liquid Fertilizer Tools, and Specialty Sprayers
8.2 Access GreenStar™ Rate Controller
8.3 Offsets
8.4 Implement Setup
8.5 Implement Selection
8.6 Set Up Implement Sections — Sprayers and Liquid Fertilizer Tools
8.7 Set Up Implement Sections — Specialty Sprayer
8.8 Set Up Dual Boom (If Equipped)
8.9 Set Up Height Switch CAN Message
8.10 System Setup
8.11 Alarms Setup (Optional)
8.12 Rates Setup
8.13 Raven Direct Injection Pump Setup (If Equipped)
9 Operating Sprayers, Liquid Fertilizer Tools, and Specialty Sprayers
9.1 GreenStar™ Rate Controller Operation – Sprayers, Liquid Fertilizer Tools, and Specialty Sprayers
9.2 Verify User-Defined Values
9.3 Malfunction of Implement Height Switch Detected
9.4 Rate Control
9.5 Implement Section States
9.6 Refilling Tank
9.7 Activate and Deactivate System
9.8 Unexpected Chemical Flow Detected
9.9 Limp Home Mode
10 Viewing Sprayer, Liquid Fertilizer Tool, and Specialty Sprayer Reports and Totals
10.1 Reports and Totals
11 Sprayer, Liquid Fertilizer Tool, and Specialty Sprayer Diagnostics
11.1 Diagnostic Page
11.2 Readings
11.3 Hardware/Software Readings
11.4 Switchbox Readings
11.5 Delivery System Readings
11.6 Section Status Readings
11.7 System Voltages Readings
11.8 Working Parameters Readings
11.9 Switches/Status Readings
11.10 Sensors/Status Readings
11.11 Tests
11.12 Calibrate Flowmeter – Catch
11.13 Calibrate Flowmeter – Catch
11.14 Calibrate Flowmeter – Applied
11.15 Configuration Test
11.16 Nozzle Flow Check Test
11.17 Rinse Cycle
11.18 Section Test
11.19 Control Valve Test
11.20 Calibrate Pressure Sensor
11.21 Calibrate PWM Limits
12 Configuring NH3 Tool
12.1 Configure NH3 Tool
12.2 Access GreenStar™ Rate Controller
12.3 Offsets
12.4 Implement Setup
12.5 Implement Selection
12.6 Set Up Implement Sections
12.7 Set Up Height Switch CAN Message
12.8 System Setup
12.9 Alarms Setup (Optional)
12.10 Rates Setup
12.11 Raven Direct Injection Pump Setup (If Equipped)
13 Operating NH3 Tool
13.1 GreenStar™ Rate Control NH3 Tool – Sprayer and Liquid Fertilizer
13.2 Verify User-Defined Values
13.3 Malfunction of Implement Height Switch Detected
13.4 Rate Control
13.5 Implement Section States
13.6 Refilling Tank
13.7 Activate and Deactivate System
13.8 Unexpected NH3 Flow Detected
13.9 Unexpected NH3 Flow Detected
14 Viewing NH3 Tool Reports and Totals
14.1 Reports and Totals
15 NH3 Tool Diagnostics
15.1 Diagnostic Page
15.2 Readings
15.3 Hardware/Software Readings
15.4 Switchbox Readings
15.5 Delivery System Readings
15.6 Section Status Readings
15.7 System Voltages Readings
15.8 Working Parameters Readings
15.9 Switches/Status Readings
15.10 Sensors/Status Readings
15.11 Tests
15.12 Calibrate Flowmeter – Applied
15.13 Energize System
15.14 Control Valve Test
15.15 Bleed Section Test
15.16 Calibrate Pressure Sensor
16 Configuring Planter
16.1 Configure Planter
16.2 Access GreenStar™ Rate Controller
16.3 Offsets
16.4 Implement Setup
16.5 Implement Selection
16.6 Set Up Planter Sections
16.7 Set Up Height Switch CAN Message
16.8 Set Up SeedStar™ Generation 2 Planters
16.9 SEEDSTAR 2 PLANTERS
17 Operating Planter
17.1 Planter Home Page
17.2 Implement Section States
18 Viewing Planter Reports and Totals
18.1 Reports and Totals
19 Planter Diagnostics
19.1 Diagnostic Page
19.2 Readings
19.3 Hardware/Software Readings
19.4 Switchbox Readings
19.5 Section Status Readings
19.6 System Voltages Readings
19.7 Working Parameters Readings
19.8 Switches/Status Readings
19.9 Tests
19.10 Section Test
20 Configuring MCS Applicator
20.1 Configuring MCS Applicator
20.2 Access GreenStar™ Rate Controller
20.3 Offsets
20.4 Implement Setup
20.5 Implement Selection
20.6 Set Up Implement Sections — MCS Applicator
20.7 Set Up Height Switch CAN Message
20.8 System Setup
20.9 Alarms Setup (Optional)
20.10 Rates
20.11 Raven Direct Injection Pump Setup (If Equipped)
21 Operating MCS Applicator
21.1 GreenStar™ Rate Controller Operation–MCS Applicator
21.2 Run Page–MCS Applicator
21.3 Malfunction of Implement Height Switch Detected
21.4 Rates
21.5 Implement Section States
21.6 Refilling Tank
21.7 Activate and Deactivate System
21.8 Unexpected Chemical Flow Detected
21.9 Limp Home Mode
22 Viewing MCS Applicator Reports and Totals
22.1 Reports and Totals
23 MCS Applicator Diagnostics
23.1 Diagnostic Page
23.2 Readings
23.3 Hardware/Software Readings
23.4 Switchbox Readings
23.5 Delivery System Readings
23.6 Section Status Readings
23.7 System Voltages Readings
23.8 Working Parameters Readings
23.9 Switches/Status Readings
23.10 Sensors/Status Readings
23.11 Tests
23.12 Calibrate Flowmeter – Catch
23.13 Calibrate Flowmeter – Catch
23.14 Calibrate Flowmeter – Applied
23.15 Configuration Test
23.16 Nozzle Flow Check Test
23.17 Rinse Cycle
23.18 Section Test
23.19 Control Valve Test
23.20 Calibrate Pressure Sensor
23.21 Calibrate PWM Limits
24 Troubleshooting
24.1 GreenStar Rate Controller Trouble Codes
24.2 GreenStar Rate Controller Switch Box Trouble Codes
24.3 Control Valve Calibration Number Tuning
24.4 Observable Symptoms
25 Specifications
25.1 Main Harness (37-Pin Connector) Table
25.2 Connector Information for Adapter Harness
25.3 Recommended Wire Sizes
25.4 Driver Output Table
26 Maintenance
26.1 Preseason Checklist
26.2 Daily Checklist
26.3 Postseason Checklist
27 Index
28 John Deere Service Literature Available
28.1 Technical Information
29 John Deere Service Keeps You on The Job
29.1 John Deere Is At Your Service