SPRAYER

D.P.TRONIC Regulation
SELF-ADJUSTER
82.517-B ENGLISH © Berthoud Agricole 05/2014

Cereals and vegetables

crop processing machine

Please read carefully and be sure to keep handy

 MORE INFORMATION

Additional information is available in the following manuals:

Reference

Sprayer safety and control Instruction 82471

Multi booms (18m) Instruction 82.450

ALS boom (18/24M) Instruction 82518

D.P.Tronic Regulation Instruction 82465

NOZAL nozzle panels Instruction 82467

Directional arrow Instruction 82444

Nivelec/NivOmatic Instruction 82494

Wiring diagrams Instruction 589493

IMPORTANT: NOTE:

i Please consult the instructions before

first use of the sprayer, depending on its
configuration.
Depending on the configuration of your
sprayer, some instructions will not be
available in your documentation.

When this reference symbol appears,

please consult the indicated page for
more information

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. General and safety 05/33

1.1 Technical features 05

1.2 Dimensions 06
1.3 Noise measurements 06
1.4 Positions of safety notices 07
1.5 Rating plate 08
1.6 Weight Table 08

2. Sprayer presentation 09/33

2.1 D.P.Tronic control box 09

2.2 Selfadjuster control box 09
2.3 BERJUST 2000 control box 10
2.4 Float gauge 10
2.5 Tape gauge 11
2.6 Discharge tank 11
2.7 Hand-wash tank 11
2.8 Rinsing tank 12
2.9 Rinsing ball 12
2.10 Exterior washing procedure 12
2.11 Booms height 12
2.12 Agitator 13
2.13 Jackleg 13
2.14 Following draw bar 13
2.15 Step 13
2.16 Hydraulic tracking draw bar 14
2.17 Swivellable extension boom 14

3. Commissioning the sprayer 15/33

3.1 Modifying the drive shaft 15

3.2 Adjusting the track 15
3.3 Parking brake 16
3.4 Usage tip 16
3.5 Rinsing prior to first use 16

4. Using the sprayer 17/33

4.1 Tractor coupling sprayer 17

4.2 Filling the tank 17
4.3 Filling/Feed hopper 18
4.4 Spraying / Agitation 19
4.5 Tank bottom dilution (Dilunet or Dilunet +) 20
4.6 Rinsing 21
4.7 External washing 22
4.8 Uncoupling the sprayer 22

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 5. Spray maintenance 23/33

5.1 Tips 23
5.2 Filters 23
5.3 Dirty nozzles 24
5.4 Checks before maintenance 24
5.5 Periodic Maintenance Chart 24
5.6 Wintering the sprayer 25
5.7 Protection against oxidising agents 25
5.8 boom maintenance 25
5.9 Checking fixings for tightness 26
5.10 Security to change a wheel 26
5.11 Lubrication and greasing 27

6. Maintenance diagram 28/33

6.1 D.P.Tronic Hydraulics 28

6.2 D.P.Tronic Hydraulic system (DILUNET option) 29
6.3 D.P.Tronic Hydraulic system (DILUNET option +) 30
6.3 Hydraulic system D.P.M 31

7. Record of your settings 32/33

8. Notes on maintenance done throughout the season 33/33

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 1. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND SECURITY

1.1 TECHNICAL FEATURES

TOWEDsprayer SPRAYER 2500liters, D.P.TRONIC regulation or SELFADJUSTER(V.E.C.).

Chassis STAINLESS STEEL Chassis fittings with U.H.R. polyester paint

Axle Adjustable axle channel from 1.50 to 2.10 m.
Brake Mechanical park brake HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE:.
Draw bar Draw bar with towing eye.
Mobile draw bar Hydraulic mobile drawbar.
Structure
Mechanical tracking draw bar.
Monitoring sprayer
Hydraulic tracking draw bar
Jackleg Crank operated jackleg.
Mudguards Optional mudguards
Wheel See table at bottom of page

Main tank High density polyethylene tank, nominal capacity of 2500 liters, with large filling opening.

Rinsing tank Polyethylene rinsing tank of 270 liters.

Tanks Hand-washing tank Polyethylene rinsing tank of 18 liters.
Float gauge Calibrated float gauge.
Tape gauge Calibrated tape gauge.
BP280 pump BP 280 shaft-driven diaphragm pump
GAMA 130 pump GAMA 130 pump (130 l/min) shaft-driven volumetric 3-piston.
GAMA 160 pump GAMA 160 pump (160 l/min) volumetric 3-piston driven by a gimbal.
D.P.Elec: DPM with electric control valve.
BERJUST 2000: DPM with electric control valve and digital display.
Regulation Selfadjuster
Manually operated control valve with a /ha constant (D.P.M.) volume.
Electric valves (VEC) with multiplug returns.

D.P.Tronic: Stored memory (D.P.A.E.) sound pressure control.

D.P.Tronic
Single concurrent Management and concurrent Management of 10 plots.

Transmission Single Gimbal constant speed transmission.

Remotely control the sputtering power gate valves (V.E.C.) generally cut on the control
VEC
unit.
Controls
D.P. Tronic or D.P.Elec with multiplug connection (regulation, boom control, spray
Electronic control unit
control).
BERLOGIC Visualization of valve positions for the various functions.
Road sign Conforms to highway code.
Standards Road (DREAL).
Approvals
Environmental compliance.
Fill the tank by the top hatch or camlock service connect coupling.
Filling
Hopper (25 liters) with tank and circuit rinsing.
Sieve (filling, mesh 8/10).
Filtration Suction filter (vannofiltre, mesh 6/10).
Functions Discharge filter (Filter 1/4 turn, mesh 4/10).
Stirring Hydraulic tank return agitator with liquid return and hydromax.
Dilunet or Dilunet + Optional tank bottom dilution through returns in a tank or rinsing heads.
External washing Equipment for optional sprayer external washing.

Type 230/95 R44 230/95 R48 270/95 R48 300/95 R46 340/85 R38 340/85 R48 420/85 R38
of
tire Standard Option: Option: Option: Option: Option: Option:

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 1.2 DIMENSIONS

Multis 15

Multis 18

ALS 18

ALS 20

ALS 21

ALS 24
Dimensions in
meters

A (mini) - - 2.85 3.05 3.05 3.05 E

D
C
A (maxi) - - 3.05 3.25 3.25 3.25 1

B - - 2.55 2.55 2.55 2.55

SPRAYER
2500

C - - 6.35 6.35 6.35 6.35

A

D - - 3.98 3.98 3.98 3.98

E - - 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 B

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1.3 NOISE MEASUREMENTS

AIRBORNE NOISE EMITTED BY: Trailed SPRAYER Sound power level LWA:
tracker / Self-adjuster D.P.Tronic - Tractor alone = 104.4
Sound pressure level at driving position LPA in - Tractor + sprayer = 106.5
dB (A):
IMPORTANT:
- Tractor alone = 72.2
- Tractor + sprayer = 72.6 i Comply with the legislation in force and if
necessary use hearing protection.
SPL peak value:
- Tractor alone = 97.5
- Tractor + sprayer = 100.1

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 1.4 LOCATIONS OF SAFETY STICKERS

- SPRAYER -

On the control panel

of the spray boom

On the right front of the chassis

It is very important to keep the safety stickers in place and in good condition. They draw your attention
to possible dangers and refer to the user manual.
Check their location on the sprayer and see meaning in manual No. 82471 (safety checks, sprayer
maintenance).

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 1.5 RATING PLATE

The location of your sprayer's rating plate as shown SPR = SPRAYER

in paragraph 1.4. T = D.P.Tronic control (B = D.P.Control)
The "Type" box is composed of letters and numerals. 25 = Nominal Capacity 2500 liters
Example: SPR T 25 RD 24 MT = Multis boom (AL = ALS)
24 = Width 24 meters (28 = 28 meters)

"Curb Weight" and "GVW" (Total

Permissible Laden Weight)
include the data in the table
below.

1.6 TABLE OF WEIGHTS

The data below only refers to France (see document DREALS).

BOOMS

SPRAYER Multis 15 Multis 18 ALS 18 ALS 20 ALS 21 ALS 24

Unladen
1725 kg 1750 kg 1850 kg 1870 kg 1870 kg 1900 kg
weight

PTAC 4485 kg 4510 kg 4610 kg 4610 kg 4630 kg 4660 kg

SPRINTER
2500 PTAC Axle - - - - - -

PTAC Draw
- - - - - -
bar

These weights are in the heaviest sprayer configuration (options, tires, regulations, suspensions).

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 2. PRESENTATION OF THE SPRAYER

2.1 D.P. TRONIC BOX PRESENTATION

1 boom functions.
1
See instructions:
82474 - Multis 2
82518 - ALS
3

2 Control screen. 4

5
3 Setting electronic control sensor switches. R

See instructions: 82465 - D.P.Tronic 6

4

4 On/Off switch box.

7

5 Spray control switches. 8

9
6 Manual regulating valve control switch.
10
7 Pressure sensor connector.
11

8 Socket 72 pin. 12 13 14
5

Reverser to switch from regulating valve automatic NOTE:

11
mode to manual mode. The control box is protected by three fuses
type Ø 5 mm x 20 mm:
12 Speed sensor connector. - Fast fuse 5 Amp for D.P.Tronic card (9)
(ref: 765.363).
- 10 amp fuse for the boom control board
Current power cable (battery, 12 volt direct (10) (ref: 749519).
14
current). - 10 amp fuse for the spray control board
(13) (ref: 749519).

2.2 SELF-ADJUSTER BOX PRESENTATION

1 On/Off switch housing.

Spray control switches. 1

2
BERTHO
I
UD
0
3 Regulating valve control switch. 2

NOTE: 3
The control box is protected by three fuses 210x140

type Ø 5 mm x 20 mm: 6
- 10 amp fuse for the boom control board
(ref: 749519).

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 2.3 BERJUST 2000 BOX PRESENTATION
1 boom functions.
1
See instructions:
BERTHOUD insert hl

82474 - Multis 2 Berjust 2000

l / ha
km/h
ha
m-km

insert

82518 - ALS info

+
-

3 0
I
0
0
0
2 Control screen. 4

3 On/Off switch housing. 5 297X214

7
4 Spray control switches.

6
5 Regulating valve control switch.
capteur
de Débimètre

7 vitesse

6 Speed sensor connector.

8
7 Flow meter socket
9
8 40-pin socket.
10 11 12
8
12
Current power cable (battery, 12 volt direct
current). NOTE:
The control box is protected by 2 fuses type
Ø 5 mm x 20 mm:
- 10 amp fuse for the boom control board
(9) (ref: 749519).
- 10 amp fuse for the spray control board
(11) (ref: 749519).
- 3.15 amp fuse for the BERJUST function
control board (10) (ref: 759.007)

2.4 FLOAT GAUGE

A flaot gauge, very easily read from inside the tractor

cab and work station (Berlogic), is placed on top of
the sprayer tank.
1
The calibration is carried out through the sheath (3).
- A graduated scale moves inside a tube.
2
- To release the graduated scale (2), tilt the retaining
clip (1) to the right or left.
When travelling with a full tank, ensure the retaining 3
clip is is securely placed (1) on the graduated scale
(2) to avoid becoming unclipped. 9

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 2.5 TAPE GAUGE

A gauge mechanism (1), readable from inside the

tractor and work station (Berlogic), is placed on top
of the tank.

1
0

10

2.6 TANK DISCHARGE

Open the drain outlet using the sump valve (1) located
under the sprayer.
Collect the liquid flowing from the tank into a receptacle 1
suitable for the management of plant residues.

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2.7 HAND-WASH TANK

Hygiene and comfort: A tank (2) with capacity for18

liters of clean water, separated from the rinsing
tank, ensures washing hands or the entire body
(face, eyes, ...) that has come into contact with spray
product.
The tank is placed to the left of the sprayer, its tap (3) 1
is accessible to the right of the Berlogic.
To wash hands, open the tap (3) to the extent desired.
2

CAUTION:
Filling the hand wash tank must
3
INEVITABLY be done with clean water,
without pressure, by the cover (1).

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 2.8 RINSING TANK

A tank (2) with the capacity of 270 liters of clean

water,separate from the hand wash tank, enables
rinsing the spray.
The tank is placed to the front of the sprayer. 1

CAUTION:
2
Filling the rinsing tank must INEVITABLY
be done with clean water, without
pressure, by the cover (1).

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2.9 RINSING HEADS

Rinsing heads (1) installed inside the tank on the tube

gauge, perform this function (see the different rinsing 1

phases in section 4.4 Rinsing).

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2.10 EXTERIOR WASHING PROCEDURE

It is important to rinse the sprayer and tractor externally.
This cleaning is also needed during the day between
two applications of different products.
When cleaning, it is advisable to use a detergent for
cleaning: All Clean (5 liters) reference BERTHOUD
788796.
To clean, follow the detergent manufacturer's
instructions in terms of exposure time and dilution.
To do this, refer to the instructions on the product.
Generally, spray the product on the sprayer using a
hand sprayer, scrub the sprayer if necessary and
rinse with clear water.

2.11 BOOM HEIGHT

Working height (1) of between 50 cm and 60 cm

above the surface to be treated are recommended.
It is defined by the angle of jet nozzles and spacing.
There is a drift risk at a higher height.

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 2.12 AGITATOR
The hydraulic agitator provides a homogeneous 4.4 for valve position and index.
mixture of the product in the tank, before and during
the spraying operation.

2.13 JACKLEG
The jackleg (3): in the harnessed position.
To move from the harnessed to the uncoupled 1
position:
Turn the handle (4) until the jackleg is all the way 2
out.
Remove the safety pins (1) and the pegs (2), posi-
tion it on the left arm mounts. 3

Refit the pegs (2) and safety pins (1).

Before removing the sprayer, make sure that the 4
jackleg is resting on flat and stable ground
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2.14 MECHANICAL FOLLOWING DRAW BAR

Moving from road to field:

Align the tractor and the sprayer. 1 b 2 a 3
Engage the front pivot (6) with the lever (5).
Place the pushrod (3) in position (a).
Disengage the front pivot (6) with the lever (5),
then remove the pushrod (1) from position (b). 4

Moving from field to road: 5

Align the tractor and the sprayer.
Engage the rear pivot (4) with the lever (5). 6
Place the pushrod (1) in position (b). 17
Remove the pushrod (3) from position (a).
Disengage the rear pivot (4) with the lever (5) IMPORTANT :

NOTE:
If the pivots (4) and (6) do not fit into their
i Pivots (4) and (6) MUST be disengaged
on the road or in the field or the draw bar
may be damaged
housings, turn and move forward slightly
until the gear engages.
CAUTION:
On the road, the following draw bar (1)
MUST be locked in position (b).
.
2.15 STEP

A non-slip step to the left of the spray above the hopper

allows access to the manhole safely (hopper down).

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 2.16 HYDRAULIC TRACKING DRAW BAR

Set the drive unit on the tractor selected for this

function to the floating position.
On the BERTHOUD control panel, push switch (1) up.
Then, 2.14 for how to use the draw bar. 1

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2.17 SWIVELLABLE EXTENSION BOOM

Moving from road to field:

Align the tractor and the sprayer.
Push the switch (4) down to activate the boom
function. 1

Remove the pushrod (2) from position (a).

2

Moving from field to road:

3
Align the tractor and the sprayer using the hydraulic
control unit (1).
4
Place the pushrod (2) in position (a). a
Push the switch (4) up to disable the boom function. 20

To vary the boom incline angle, move the knob (3) to CAUTION:
the left or the right. With an angle in excess of 25°, you may
damage the boom.

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 3. OPERATING THE SPRAYER

3.1 ADAPTATION OF THE DRIVE SHAFT

The length of the drive shaft may require adjustment
depending on the tractor used with the sprayer.
Here is the procedure once the sprayer is hitched:
- Align the jaw cardan shaft on the tractor PTO.
- Separate the two half cardan transmissions, connect
to the corresponding shaft by turning the female
protective shaft on the tractor side.
- Provide the two half-cardan transmissions side by
side.
- Mark and cut if necessary by carefully observing a
set of 20 mm between the pipe end and the jaw heel.
-Carefully file down both tubes.
- Lubricate the contact surfaces.
- Use the hacksaw to cut casings of the same value
as the half-cardan transmissions, which must ensure
the half-shaft transmissions exceed 40 mm compared
to their casings in the use position.
For your safety the two half-cardan transmissions must
have a minimum overlap of 300 mm.
- Replace the shaft ready to use.
10 mm mini. L
L 10 mm mini.

L
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3.2 ADJUSTING THE TRACK

The sprayers are supplied set in a narrow gauge.

To set the gauge:
- Slide the axle shafts (1) in the beam (3) since nuts
(2) are released.
- Measure the way (depending on the tractor and the
type of culture).

IMPORTANT:

i Tires must be equidistant relative to the

sprayer axis. 1 2 3
22

- Strongly block nuts (2) or screws and nuts (2):

Tightening torque 320 Nm.

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 3.3 PARKING BRAKE
The parking brake is placed on the right side of the
sprayer.
To secure the sprayer, when it is not attached to the
tractor. Pull the lever (1). 1 2
To release the parking brake, pull the bottom lever (1)
and release it (mind the return of the lever).

Brake in case of coupling sprayer breakaway

To ensure a guidance of the sprayer in case of coupling
sprayer failure, hang the rope (2) connected to the 23
parking brake lever (1) at a fixed and sturdy point
on the tractor.

3.4 RECOMMENDATIONS
To start: CAUTION:
All valve operations are to be made to
Start up the tractor engine.
the power take off.
Power on the control box with the power switch (1).
Engage the PTO.

Check:
1
Nozzle flow systematically early in the season, at a 3
bar pressure for 1 minute.
Reprogram the new value. If it is greater than 10%
of the initial value, the replacement of nozzles is
required.
R

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IMPORTANT:

i During factory testing, the control unit was

programmed with the theoretical values
for your sprayer's features. You should in
any case check and possibly correct the
programmed values.

3.5 RINSE BEFORE FIRST USE

CAUTION:
Before first use of your sprayer with some pesticide
(herbicide, insecticide, or the like) proceed with complete sprayer rinsing.
Remove the nozzles if they are mounted. Screw end of pipe plugs.
Unscrew end of pipe plugs. Fit the nozzles.
Fill 1/5 of main tank with water. NOTE:
Spray ( 4.4). Any foreign particles that may be in the
Remove and clean the filters. spray system will be eliminated, and will
not clog the nozzle orifices.

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 4. PRESENTATION OF THE SPRAYER

4.1 COUPLING SPRAYER TO TRACTOR

Attach the ring coupling the sprayer to tractor hook or Connect hydraulic fittings.
spur. The sprayer must be horizontal. Connect electrical outlets.
Attach the transmission end on the PTO. Release the parking brake and hold the safety rope
Attach the transmission shaft chain protectors in the to the tractor.
space provided.
Raise the jackleg.

4.2 FILLING THE TANK

CAUTION:
Close the drain port by means of the 1
valve (1) under the sprayer in the sump.

Through the manhole (gravity): Open the lid on top

of the tank.

Through the external suction sprayer: Connect the

filling hose on the isolating switch connection (2).
25
Place BERLOGIC valves and index in position .
Immerse the fill tube in the liquid to be pumped. DPM
Engage the tractor PTO shaft and bring it to 540 rev
4 3 2
/ min.
When the filling is done, remove the filler hose and
replace the cap on the isolating switch connection (2).
DPT

NOTE:
The DPM valve (3) replaces the valve (4)
on the BERLOGIC only in the Selfadjuster
mode and vice versa in the DP-Tronic
mode.

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 4.3 INDUCTION HOPPER

Function: Embeds powders or pesticides while filling Rinse cans:

the sprayer. Open the incorporation valve (3) in position .
Incorporation can be achieved in 3 ways: Place the container on the product part (5).
1 - Liquid suction from the main tank. Press handle (6) to actuate the cleaning nozzle (4).
2 - Water suction from the rinsing tank. Open the valve (2) position for vacuum residue.

3 - Draw out water during filling.

DPM
In the last two cases, clear water intake has several
advantages:
- It rinses accessories, packaging and hopper with
clear water. 1

- It cleans the hopper after use. DPT

540 rev/min Incorporation with suction in the main tank

300 rev/min Incorporation with suction in the rinsing tank
540 rev/min Incorporation with external suction

Handling Berlogic valves: 3 possibilities:

Point of suction Berlogic Suction valves (1)

Main tank f
Rinsing tank
f
External suction

Filling / Discharging the hopper: Put the induction 2 3

hopper down (a). 27
Open the cover (b).
b
Pour the plant protection product in the hopper.
Product suction: a
▪ Close the lid (c), c

▪ Open the valve (2) in position .

The product is sucked up and incorporated in the 4
spray tank.
5
f 2

6
NOTE: 28
Close the valve (2) position f , as soon as
the hopper is empty to prevent foaming in
the main tank.

Open the incorporation valve (3) in position to

activate the hopper's rinsing boom.

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 4.4 SPRAYING / MIXING

Using spray commands

BERLOGIC valves position

Power take-offs 540 rev/min

Agitation control valve (1) Reduce agitation, Increase agitation

Partial closure of
Sections order status Spray full opening Spray total closure
sections
General control switch position
section (2)

Control switch position section (3)

LED control status section (4)

DPM
1 2

BERTHO
U D
4 0
I

DPT
3

210x140

31

BERTHOUD insert
l / ha
hl
ha
Berjust 2000 km/h m-km

insert

4 +
-
info

0
I
0
0
0

29 297X214

32
2

4
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 4.5 TANK BOTTOM DILUTION (DILUNET OR DILUNET +)

The table below breaks down a sequence of work to be adopted to engage the dilution tank bottom.

Liquid suction Valve position Control switch

Stages Liquid used Power take-offs Comments
point BERLOGIC position

3
1 Main tank Pesticides 540 Spraying completed

1, 2

Part of the clean

1
water suction
2 Rinsing tank Clean Water 7 300

3 Tank bottom dilution

3
3 Main tank Pesticides diluted 540 Spraying residues

1, 2

DPM

2
DPT

1 3
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NOTE:
It is recommended to repeat dilution
sequence several times by sucking limited
amounts of clean water to maximize the
dilution of pesticides from the bottom of
tank.

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 4.6 RINSING

Valve position Power take- Control switch

Stages Part (s) rinsed Liquid used Area Comments
(4) (5) offs position

Rinsing the main tank, hopper circuits and agitation with rinsing tank
Main tank 6 6 300 rev/min
1, 2
1 Hopper Clean Water max Operate accessories
Field work
Agitation 6 / 540 rev/min 1, 2 to do
300 rev/min Spray tank bottom on
boom Product diluted 7 max 1, 2
crops
Rinse the spray circuit with the rinsing tank
2 300 tr/min Field work Spray tank bottom on
Boom Clean Water 7 7 max 1, 2
to do crops
Rinse all circuits with the main tank
Main tank 6 1, 2
3 Hopper 1, 2 Each phase must be
Clean water + 300 rev/min Farm
done in 10 min for
Agitation cleanser / max 1, 2 recovery area
good cleaning
Boom 1, 2

1 to 3 CAUTION: The return manifold valve (3) must be closed during these operations.
Rinsing the return manifold and boom
Boom 7 7 / 300 rev/min Farm
4 Clear Water 1, 2
Valve (3) 7 7 / max recovery area Valve (3) position

CAUTION: Do not do this if there is processing product left in the tank.

Final sprayer rinsing
Valve (3) 7 7 1, 2 Valve (3) position
Main tank 6 6
5 300 rev/min Farm
Hopper Clear Water 1, 2
max recovery area
Agitation 7 7 /
Boom 7 7 1, 2

The table above presents a sequence of opening DPM

5
and closing valves (or switches). The purpose of this
procedure is to clean all the circuits.

CAUTION:
DPT
Repeat the procedure if there is still
3
residue after rinsing.

1
35
4
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 4.7 EXTERNAL WASHING

Use this option only after cleaning the tank ( 6 BERLOGIC

FUNCTION) or rinsing boom (Berlogic 7 function ) (
4.6).
- Unclip the brush.
- Plug on the quick connect unwinding sprayer.
- Place the BERLOGIC in the 4.6 function 0 ( ) and
clean.
- After washing, properly clip brush again after use.
When cleaning, it is advisable to use a detergent for
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cleaning: All Clean (5 liters) BERTHOUD reference
788796.

IMPORTANT:

i Before any use of the external washing

sprayer, run a rinsing phase (boom, tank
or tank bottom dilution) to clean the boom
circuit.

4.8 UNCOUPLING THE SPRAYER

Stand on a flat surface and bearing.
Place the sprayer in its storage position.
Tighten the parking brake.
Disconnect electrical outlets.
Disconnect hydraulic fittings.
Place hydraulic hoses on the sprayer bearing provided.
Disconnect the driveshaft from the tractor.
Leave the shaft on its bracket to avoid damaging its
protectors.
Uncouple the sprayer.

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 5. SPRAY MAINTENANCE
5.1 TIPS
Regular cleaning: You will increase your sprayer life.
By regularly cleaning your machine during and at the CAUTION:
end of season treatment:
Perform sprayer engine maintenance
You will avoid spreading pesticides on crops, when the tractor is stopped, ignition is
You will ensure a good distribution of the product by off and PTO is disengaged.
removing the total or partial nozzles plugging.

Formation of foam in the tank: IMPORTANT:

If this happens, reduce engine speed below 540
revolutions / minute or add an anti-foaming agent to
the tank content.
i Do not add fuel oil to the spray mixture as
an anti-foaming agent.

Last filling:
When you fill in the tank for the last time only add the
amount of water and product required to spray the
remaining crop area.

End-of-spraying maintenance: Wash the outside of the sprayer ( 4.7).

It is necessary to comprehensively rinse all the internal Check the cleanliness of the nozzles and filters( 5.7).
parts of the sprayer (tanks, spray boom and nozzles)
Store the sprayer.
following the procedures ( 4.6).

5.2 FILTERS
Suction filter:
The suction filter (1) is located at the operating station. 1
To clean the cartridge filter, you should place the index
and the valves on the 9 the B ERLOGIC FUNCTION.
To remove the filter cartridge, unscrew the filter's nut
2
(2).
10/10 mesh for liquid fertilizer applications and
concentrated slurries

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Discharge filter:
3
The discharge filter (3) is located to the rear of the
sprayer, behind the main tank.
It provides additional filtering.
To clean the filter cartridge, set the pointers and valves 4
to function 9 on the B ERLOGIC .
To remove the filter cartridge, remove the filter cartridge
(4) using a key 27 (not supplied with the machine).
8/10 mesh available for liquid fertilizer operations 39

IMPORTANT:

i The filter cartridge should be cleaned after

every spraying season. Grease the joints.

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 5.3 CLOGGED NOZZLES
Clean and rinse dirty nozzles with a brush and water. CAUTION:
Use BERTHOUD wrench-brush reference 779354. Never blow into a nozzle.

5.4 CHECKS BEFORE TREATMENT

Check tire pressure: Pipes: Search for leaks, check hoses curves.

TYPE OF PRESSURE IN BARS Valves and fittings: Check tightness of nuts fittings,
TYRE KLÉBER MICHELIN ALLIANCE
change the seals if necessary.
230/95 R44 3.6 4.3 4.3 Pump, reducer, bevel: Check oil levels.
230/95 R48 3.6 4.3 4.3 Buses: Change the nozzles once a year or when
270/95 R48 4 4.3 4.3 their flow becomes greater than 10% to 15% of their
300/95 R46 4.3 4.3 4.3 initial rate. Use it for the FLOW TEST reference
340/85 R38 1.9 1.9 1.9 BERTHOUD 765,241 or OUTPUT COMPARATOR
380/85 R46 - - 4.2 reference BERTHOUD 778887.
420/85 R38 2 1.9 1.9 Tank: Check that there are no foreign objects in the
460/85 R38 2 1.9 1.9 tank.

Check wheel studs tightness.

Filters: Ensure good condition and clean filters on the
suction and discharge sprayer.

5.5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART

For each
Checkpoints Monthly After wintering Before wintering
spraying season
Rinsing the tank x x

Rinse spray system x x x

Clean suction filter x x

Clean discharge filter (s) x x

Clean nozzles x

Check road signs x

Waterproof product on electrical outlets x x x

Clean and lubricate transmissions x x x

Clean and check flow meter x x x

Cables condition x x

Sprayer safety condition x x

Alignment of the nozzle holder and nozzles x x

Alignment of boom arms x x

Lubrication of friction parts x x

Oil level in the pump x

Tighten wheel studs x

Check tire pressure x

Clean drip-proof sprayer x

Check air chamber x

External Cleaning x

Check nozzle flow x

Check drip-proof sprayer x

Empty the pump x

Check gauge x

Controlling the pressure of the nitrogen ball (50 bars) X

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The sprayer should be wintered clean ( 4.6).
Thoroughly rinse the entire circuit (with cleaning
product).
Drain the tank.
Rinse with clean water.
Completely drain the liquid circuit, ensuring that
the pump does not run for too long without water
(maximum 2 minutes).
Protect the machine against frost by putting sufficient
antifreeze liquid into the tank.
Check the residual volume of the anti-freeze liquid in
the circuit tank.
Rotate the pump slowly.
Operate all valves through all positions (1-7) to protect
pump, valves, regulators, filters and hoses.
5.7 PROTECTION AGAINST OXIDISING AGENTS
Before spraying with liquid fertilizer, you are
recommended to fully protect the machine and spray
arms by spraying it with an oily product, to avoid any
rusting or damage to the paint.
5.8 BOOM MAINTENANCE
After each use, rinse the pipework by operating the
sprayer for a few minutes with clean water.
Drain pipes, especially if there is a risk of frost.
After jet-washing the spary boom, grease the cylinder
rods to prevent corrosion.
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Actuate spraying to spread antifreeze through the
spray arms. When the antifreeze starts spraying from
the nozzles, stop spraying and disengage the PTO.
Check the level of protection by using an antifreeze
scale. collect a sample and adjust dosage if
necessary.
Grease or oil the metal parts and joints which may rust.
Deoxidize electrical plug contacts (BERTHOUD
reference 765065 KF F2 aerosol).
Clean the outside of the sprayer, repaint any bare
mechanical parts (BERTHOUD reference 769077
blue aerosol paint or 778,890 green aerosol paint).
Store the machine out of sunlight and rain on a stable,
flat surface.
Rinse with a jet wash after spraying removes any trace
of dust and oily product.
Keep arm joints, folding mechanism carriers, and fixed
frame mountings greased.
Touch up paint work as necessary.
NOTE:
For further information on the spray boom,
refer to the relevant data sheet.
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 5.9 CHECK TIGHTNESS OF NOZZLES

Upon receipt and before each spraying season, after using for 1 hour, after one work day and periodically,
check if nuts are tightned:
- Wheel studs,
- fixing axle,
- fixing coupling.

Once a year:
- Check bearing clearance and lubrication
- Dust all brakes lining and check lining wear,
- Adjust brake lever stroke,
- Change the pin on the axle nut at each disassembly.

Under heavy use, perform these operations every 3 months.

Wheel studs: Ø18 = 400-420 Nm

5.10 SECURITY TO CHANGE A WHEEL

If you need to change the wheel:

- Place under the spray frame (1) a wood block (2),
and then lift the assembly with a jack (3).

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 5.11 LUBRICATION AND GREASING

Check the oil level in the

1
BP 280 PUMP
- Oil must be up to the notch on the dipstick (1).
- Pump full oil change (2).
- Oil capacity of BP 280 pump = 1.90 liter.

2
P ump GAMA 130 and 160
- The level must reach the notch located on the
dipstick (3). 41
- Pump full oil change (4).
- Oil capacity of GAMA 130 pump = 1.40 liter.
- Oil capacity of GAMA 160 pump = 1.70 liter.

NOTE: 4
We recommend SAE 30 oil (2 liter,
BERTHOUD reference 769.286). 42

Check lubrication of all components fitted with grease

IMPORTANT: (unicersal joints, hubs, etc..).

i Drain after each spraying season.

NOTE:
We recommend MOBILUX EP2 or ELF
EPEXA 2 grease.

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6.1 D.P.TRONIC HYDRAULICS

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 6.2 D.P.TRONIC HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (DILUNET OPTION)

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 6.3 D.P.TRONIC HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (DILUNET OPTION+)

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 6.4 D.P.M. HYDRAULICS

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 7. RECORD OF YOUR SETTINGS

As a reminder of the values set, the nozzle brands and their colors, fill in the boxes below.

NOZZLE 1 NOZZLE 3

nozzle: nozzle:

NOZZLE 2 NOZZLE 4

nozzle: nozzle:

NOZZLE 5

nozzle:

NOTE: Distance travelled in one road-wheel

At the start of every spraying season, revolution:
check the actual output of your nozzles.

Number of pulses:

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 8. NOTES ON SPRAYING
CARRIED OUT THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Date Field Treatment Product Dose Volume l/ha Nozzle Pressure Speed (km/h)

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Due to our policy of constant product improvement, ,

we reserve the right to modify the design or specifications without prior notice.

BERTHOUD Agricole S.A.S.

Z.I. de Bois Baron - 1, rue de l’Industrie
69220 BELLEVILLE S/SAÔNE - FRANCE
Tel.: 04 74 06 50 50 - Fax: 04 74 06 50 77
Internet: www.berthoud.com - E-mail: berthoud-agricole@berthoud.com