Warning!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .............................................................................................................page 24
Main system components........................................................................... 24
Getting to know the RAIN CONTROL 4 ........................................................25
RAIN CONTROL 4 Monitor .................................................................... 25
Switch-on
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Using the programming keys
Choosing the work programme ................................................................. 27
Start and stop timer and delayed start ............................................................ 28
Time Priority ...................................................................................... 29
Speed Priority .......................................................................................30
Rain Priority ........................................................................................ 31
Zone Speed Priority ...............................................................................33
Zone Rain Priority .................................................................................34
Alarm messages .....................................................................................36
Changing programme during operation ......................................................... 36
Additional functions ............................................................................... 36
Manually entering the unwound metres (ft) of hose ........................................... 36
End of work .......................................................................................... 37
Additional features .................................................................................. 38
Irrigation end ....................................................................................... 39
Warnings ............................................................................................. 39
Instructions for use of the battery .................................................................. 39
Clock battery ......................................................................................... 39
Programming the main parameters ............................................................... 40
GSM Modem
Introduction, specifications, warning ............................................................ 41
Setting at work, Programming the mobile phone number, note............................... 41
Alarm messages, Request for unwound mt., Stop control, error codes ..................... 43
WI-FI tachometer for hose lay-down.................................................................................45
INTRODUCTION
RAIN CONTROL 4 is a computerized electronic equipment applicable to self-propelled irrigating machines.
It automatically executes the following programmable functions:
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Measurement of unwound hose in mt or ft.
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Calculation of necessary work time, continually updated.
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Chance of:
programming start timer.
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programming a cycle end timer with outlet valve or closing valve (option).
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programming working speed.
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programming total work time.
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programming 4 working areas with speed priority or rain mm. priority.
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programming deposited rain mm (only if machine is equipped with litre counter, option).
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programming Start at wished time.
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Connecting a Gsm Modem for remote control.
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Possibility to update the software version installed in RC4 via pc without disassembly and replacement of elec-
tronic components.
MAIN SYSTEM COMPONENTS
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1 Computerized electronic control unit.
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1 Inductive sensor placed next to the driving pinion for speed reading.
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1 Electric gearbox installed to turbine by-pass or to oil diverter valve for motor-driven machines.
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1 Solenoid valve controlling the outlet valve.
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1 Electric actuator controlling end of work.
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1 Pressure switch.
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1 Electric switch controlling end of work.
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1 12 Volt 50 AH battery.
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1 3" or 4" litre counter (option) to measure the machine water flow rate.
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