Kifco E23 360,000 - Present: Operator Manual - Manual (Page 17)

T23_AA_Operator Manual_2014 Revised 08/2014
Start Up & Operation
Step-by Step Operation Continued
16. Confirm the sprinkler is operating as expected and in the desired arc. The arc of the sprinkler will affect
the precipitation application of the system. Note the “Precip Rate” column on the performance guide lo-
cated on the Water-Reel. The lowest precipitation rate will occur when the sprinkler is operating a full
360-degree circle.
Warning! Exercise the compensation/shut-off bar to confirm that the engine and/
or gearbox, stop retraction when the sprinkler cart
reaches the machine. This confirms that the turbine
gate is properly adjusted and working. Always exercise
the compensation/shut-off bar each time before the unit is restarted
to confirm proper operation (See Page 26 for Adjustment). Do not
allow the machine to operate if the shut-off system is not working
properly. Damage will result if the machine fails to stop when the
irrigation tube is completely rewound.
17. Observe pressure, travel speed, and sprinkler operation. See the “Specification” section of this manual for
performance information and then adjust speed to the desired travel rate.
18. When the sprinkler cart completes the irrigation run and has contacted the compensation/shut-off bar,
the retraction of the tube will stop. With the irrigation run completed, stop the pump, lift the sprinkler
cart into transport position, retract the stabilizer legs, disconnect the supply hose, and rotate the spool
and cradle to the transport position. The Water-Reel is now ready to be moved and set up in a new loca-
tion. Alternately, the Water-Reel can be rotated 180° to irrigate in the opposite direction while utilizing
the same water supply.
Sprinkler
Arc Limits
Note: The upper elbow at main bearing may
leak initially at low pressure, but will stop as
pressure increases.
Note: Arc settings where the sprinkler never
throws water forward of the sprinkler cart could
make the sprinkler cart track off line. This is
caused by the continuous thrust of the sprinkler
that tries to push the tube towards the Water-
Reel. It is necessary to have some sprinkler
thrust which puts the Tube under tension.
Caution! Do not engage or disengage the clutch pin under high loads. Engaging or disengaging under
high loads may damage the gear train.
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