CALIBRATOR 2003 /W GUIDANCE

To the MACHINE FITTER START GUIDANCE !

It is recommended to follow the below In order to have a fast knowledge of
guidance in connection with fitting and the operation of the most important
putting into operation of the functions of CALIBRATOR 2003, the
CALIBRATOR 2003. below guidance should be carefully
read.
c FITTING

n GENERAL
• OVERVIEW
1.1 Mounting on tractor • OPERATION
1.2 Recording of speed impulses • FUNCTIONS
1.3 Mounting on spreader • GENERAL
• IMPORTANT
• MAINTENANCE
• GUARANTEE
• SAFETY
d SETTING

2.1 Display / Nationality

2.2 Display / Contrast
2.3 Spreader type o CALIBRATION
2.4 Time / Date
2.5 Distance sensor
2.6 Hopper sensor
p SPREAD WIDTH

e SETTING
q QUANTITY

3.1 Actuator / Adjustment system r %-ADJUSTMENT

3.2 Speed / Dist
3.3 Load cell (Only W- model)
3.4 Flow meter (Only tool part)
s WEIGHT SYSTEM – ()W

3rd edition, GB 0402-76-00-11

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CONTENTS
PARAGRAPH Page
OVERVIEW …………………………………n 1
……………………………………..
OPERATION …………………………………….. 2
FUNCTIONS …………………………………….. 3
GENERAL …………………………………….. 4
IMPORTANT …………………………………….. 4
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING …………………………………….. 5
GUARANTEE/RESPONSIBILITY …………………………………….. 5
SAFETY …………………………………….. 5
SYSTEMSKETCH …………………………………….. 6
STANDARD EQUIPMENT / SPARE PARTS …………………………………….. 7
OPTIONS …………………………………….. 7
CALIBRATION PROCEDURE …………………………………o 8
CHANGING THE CALIBRATION QUANTITY …………………………………….. 9
CODING OF VARIABLE DATA …………………………………….. 10
SPREAD WIDTH …………………………………p 10
QUANTITY …………………………………q 10
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS …………………………………….. 11
DISTANCE …………………………………….. 11
TREATED AREA …………………………………….. 12
CALCULATED WEIGHT …………………………………….. 13
QUANTITY SPREAD, TARA …………………………………….. 14
PTO-RPM’s …………………………………….. 14
%- ADJUSTMENT …………………………………r 15
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS …………………………………….. 16
OPEN, OPEN SHUTTERS …………………………………….. 16
PLOT, HEADLAND SPREADING …………………………………….. 17
WEIGHT SYSTEM –()W …………………………………s 18
AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION …………………………………….. 18
FULLY AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION …………………………………….. 20
FILLING IN – sum up …………………………………….. 22
PRACTICAL USE IN THE FIELD …………………………………….. 23
TOOL PART …………………………………….. 25
FLOW-MEASURING …………………………………….. 25
QUANTITY MEASURING …………………………………….. 26

Continues on next page

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MOUNTING …………………………………c 27
1.1 MOUNTING ON TRACTOR …………………………………… 27
1.2 RECORDING OF SPEED …………………………………… 29
1.3 MOUNTING ON SPREADER …………………………………… 31
SETTING …………………………………d 32
2.1 DISPLAY / LANGUAGE …………………………………… 32
2.2 DISPLAY / CONTRAST …………………………………… 33
2.3 SPREADER TYPE …………………………………… 34
2.4 TIME / DATE …………………………………… 35
2.5 SPEED RECORDING …………………………………… 36
2.6 HOPPER SENSOR …………………………………… 36
SETTING …………………………………e 37
3.1 ACTUATOR / ADJUSTMENT …………………………………… 37
3.2 SPEED / DIST …………………………………… 39
3.3 WEIGHT CELL ()W …………………………………… 39
3.4 FLOW-METER …………………………………… 42
FAULT FINDING …………………………………… 43

EC- Declaration of Conformity

MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION

NAME OF PRODUCT : BØGBALLE CALIBRATOR 2003

SERIAL NO : From 0001 to 20.000
This device has been EG conformity marked in accordance with the EU Council Directive of 3rd May
1989 regarding mutual compliance and approximation of the EU membership countries’
electromagnetic compatibility legislation (89/336/EØF).
This is to certify that this product complies with the following standard specifications in residence and
industry:
Standard specifications for EMC : EN 50081-1
EN 50082-2
The Council Directive relating to machinery: As regards the Council Directive relating to machinery
this product is declared as a component. Consequently, this product has not been EG conformity
marked in accordance with the Council Directive relating to machinery, as it is designed for use as
spare part or as component in a product to be EG conformity marked.
The Council Directive relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits:
The above certification does not cover this directive, as connecting voltage is below 75 Volt DC.
Before this product comes into use the user should make sure that the requirements of the Directive
relating to machinery have been fulfilled with regard to moveable parts and prevention of possible
undesired functions.
Randers, 1st March 1998
THOUSTRUP & OVERGAARD A/S

Viggo Andersen
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OVERVIEW

ON / OFF
+0 %
Distance
385 Kg/ha Area counter
Display 11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg Hopper contents

Quantity spread

Open shutter PTO rpm.

Calibration
START spreading
Headland

Fill in STOP spreading

Information
picture

Required quantity

Spread width

Calibrated quantity

Calibration

Choose VALUE
Choose FUNCTION SELECT

Escape (Brief pressure) Confirm VALUE

Use for 0-setting of %-deviation 0
0-set (3 sec. pressure) /ESC ENTER Confirm FUNCTION

0 = * ESC / when pressing briefly

/ESC
) 0-setting when pressing for 3 sec.
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OPERATION
Press CALIBRATOR 2003 – ON / OFF (Press the button for 1 sec.)

CALIBRATOR 2003 is developed in such a way, that operation and inputs are
made in a uniform and logical way:
• First you enter the FUNCTION
• Then you choose the VALUE
• Finally you confirm and store the value by pressingENTER
• FUNCTION:
The function is decided by pressing the function button.
• Afterwards the display will show the present status/value of the function.
• VALUE:
The value is chosen by turning the [SELECT] button.
• If the [SELECT] button is turned to the right - the value will increase.
• If the [SELECT] button is turned to the left - the value will decrease.
• If the [SELECT] button is turned quickly - the value increases in big steps.
• If the [SELECT] button is turned slowly - the value is adjusted in small steps.
• If values with decimal point are chosen - the decimal point will be set
automatically.
• ENTER:
Confirms and stores the value.
• When pressing [ENTER], the value is confirmed - and the changed value will be
visible in the display for 1 second. Afterwards the display will automatically
change to the INFO picture.
• INFO picture:
INFO is the information picture shown in the display in normal operation.
The INFO picture holds the following:
• Deviation in per cent in comparison to +0%
wanted kgs/ha.
• Present quantity in [KG/HA] 385 Kg/Ha
• Present speed in [KM/H]
11,3 Km/h
• One function that can be chosen freely
according to the user’s wish (E.g.:. Hopper contents [KG]) 2365 Kg
The freely chosen function is chosen by pressing [INFO] and pressing at the same
time the wanted function.
L

Example: Hopper contents [KG]. INFO

and
KG

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FUNCTIONS
CALIBRATOR 2003 is developed primarily for operating and controlling
BOGBALLE spreaders. It is, however, also possible to connect CALIBRATOR 2003
to other machines as for instance sprayers etc.
CALIBRATOR 2003 has two main tasks:
1. ….to operate the functions of the spreader:
The operation includes setting of the outlets of the machine in relation to the
driving speed and in relation to the required quantity.
2. ….to watch, alarm and inform about the functions of the spreader:
Control and alarm:
• Driving speed too low. (Scale lower than 2,0)
[“BIP”-signal] [KM/H “flashes in display”]
• Driving speed too high. (Scale higher than max.)
[“BIP”-signal] [KM/H “flashes in display”]
• Remaining quantity in hopper. (Less than 200 Kg.)
[“BIP”-signal] [KG “flashes”]
• When using the hopper sensor. (Senor “free” / not active)
[“BIP”-signal] [KG “flashes”]

Information about:
• Driving speed Constant INFO [KM/H]
• Required quantity Constant INFO [KG/HA]
• Distance driven Free choice INFO [DIST]
• Fertilised part and total area Free choice INFO [HA TOTAL]
• Spread width [M]
• Calibration quantity [KG INPUT]
• Quantity in hopper Free choice INFO [KG]
• Quantity spread Free choice INFO [TARA]
• PTO rpm’s Option [PTO]
• Flow quantity / time Option [L/MIN]
• Flow quantity / area Option [L/HA]
• Quantity sprayed Option [L]

CALIBRATOR 2003 has:

• Light in the LCD -display which functions also as the “OPERATOR’S
MANUAL”.
• Built-in battery backup so that data cannot be erased - when
disconnecting the current.
• Acoustic “BIP” signal when activating buttons
• Green and red light diodes telling that the function is active.
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GENERALLY
WHAT IS A CALIBRATOR 2003 ?
• CALIBRATOR 2003 is an electric equipment making the fertiliser spreader
100% independant of the forward speed.
• The equipment opens and closes automatically the outlets of the
spreader - in relation to the driving speed. This way a constant quantity
is ensured - independant of the driving speed.

• CALIBRATOR 2003 ensures a simple and precise calibration of the spreader,

after which the spreader is automatically adjusted for precisely the type of
fertiliser , with which the system is calibrated.

• CALIBRATOR 2003 makes it possible to vary and to adjust the required

quantity of fertiliser - over the field area.
• The stepless and non-limited adjustment means that the outlets of the
spreader are opened and closed in relation to the wanted change of the
quantity.

• CALIBRATOR 2003 watches the spreading and gives warning signals in case
of deviations and when you need to be careful.

IMPORTANT
• When mounting the equipment the instructions in the paragraph MOUNTING
must be carefully followed.

• The equipment is SET from the factory.

• If the adjustment handle does not when making the CALIBRATION go
to the following settings of
E() : 4,5
D() : 3,5
the system must be SET. ( See the paragraph SETTING).

• The equipment must only be SET once for each machine.

• If the equipment or parts of it are moved to another machine, the equipment

must always be SET.

• The SETTING can always be checked by making a CALIBRATION (without

contents in the hopper) - according to the above scale settings on the adjustment
handle.

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• CALIBRATOR 2003 must be stored in a dry place and should not be cleaned
directly with water.
• The computer instrument can be cleaned with a moist cloth.
• When washing the machine it is not allowed to wash directly on plugs and
actuator (electric motor for adjustment). The warranty obligation will not include faults
due to water.
• When washing with high pressure cleaner all electric parts must be covered.
Cleaning of these parts are done carefully with soap water and a soft brush.
• After cleaning all the moving electric parts (actuator piston) with a thin layer of
clean oil. (E.g. hydraulic, silicone or the protection spray supplied with the
spreader).
• Plug connections are protected against corrosion and moisture by spraying
direct into the male or the female part with the supplied protection spray.
Never use normal oil or grease for this purpose!
• Make sure that the mechanical parts of the machine are easy to move. Therefore
grease every day when the spreader is in use.
• If the impulse disc / impulse sensor for speed recording is used, the system
must be kept free of mud. It must also be ensured that the distance between
sensor and impulse part is correct.
• The plugs of the CALIBRATOR 2003 should not be taken out or plugged in
when current is on.

GUARANTEE / RESPONSIBILITY
• The warranty conditions are in correspondance with Danish legislation. Service
and repair is made free of charge within 12 months from proved purchase date
- under the following conditions:
• That the arisen defect is due to construction or material faults (Normal wear, missing
maintenance and misuse cannot be accepted.)
• That the reason for the defect is not due to wrong connections / wrong mounting or
water / moisture.
• That persons without technical knowledge of the product have not tried to repair the
product.
• Compensation for person or crop damage are not chargeable to the supplier.

SAFETY
• Never put hand / object into the hopper - especially into the outlet of the
spreader when the shutters are ‘open’.
• Never try to stop the adjustment handle by hand / object.

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SYSTEM SKETCH
CALIBRATOR 2003
⊇ ⊆ E()
⊄
± 12 V
⊂
Impulse sensor
or Radar

CALIBRATOR 2003W
⊇ ⊆ E()W
⊄
± 12 V
⊂
Impulse sensor
or Radar

∉
∈

E() E()W

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POSITIONS
POS. PART/OBJECT EX EXW DZ
⊇ CALIBRATOR 2003 / 2003W X X
⊇ CALIBRATOR 2003 / 2003W X
⊄ Wire ±12V X X X
⊂ Impulse sensor for recording on hub etc. X X X
⊆ Control system cpl. X X X
∈ Actuator / motor for adjustment X X X
∉ Assembling box f/weight cell X
∠ Weight cell, 6 T X

STANDARD EQUIPMENT / SPARE PARTS

PART/OBJECT EX EXW DZ
01 CALIBRATOR 2003 / 2003W 4585-14 4585-24 4585-14
02 Fixture f/CALIBRATOR 2003/W 4585-20 4585-20 4585-20
03 Impulse sensor w/wire and Jackplug 9941-32 9941-32 9941-32
04 Impulse clips f/ for instance cardan axle 4584-65 4584-65 4584-65
05 Fixture f/impulse sensor 4920-39 4920-39 4920-39
06 Adjustment console cpl. without actuator 4584-13 4584-13 4384-14
07 Actuator w/wire and plug connection 4584-37 4584-38 4584-37
08 Protection bag f/actuator 4584-25 4584-25 4584-25
09 Assembl. box f/weight cell incl. protection 4920-50
bag
10 Weight cell w/wire 9942-33
11 Calibration kit 4953-30 4953-30 4953-30
12 Protection spray /contact spray 9999-21 9999-21 9999-21

OPTIONS
PART/OBJECT EX EXW DZ
A Impulse disc f/speed recording D=350 4920-37 4920-37 4920-37
B Impulse disc f/speed recording D=450 4920-38 4920-38 4920-38
C Wire net f/other tools 4584-45 4584-45 4584-45
D Extension wire 3,5 metres 4584-40 4584-40 4584-40
E PTO-sensor / tool contact w/assembling box 4920-60 4920-60 4920-60
F Tank-sensor w/assembling box 4920-55 4920-55
G Remote control of [START] and [STOP] 4585-30 4585-30 4585-30
H Wire net f/radar etc. w/Jackplug 4585-40 4585-40 4585-40
I CAN module f/connection to GPS – systems 4585-35 4585-35 4585-35
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CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
A correct calibration of the machine is vital for the precision of the spread quantity
- seen in relation to the required quantity.
• The calibration is always made before starting to spread the type of fertiliser in
question. It is important always to make a new calibration - for each new type
of fertiliser. Moreover a calibration is recommended at supply of new batches of
fertiliser and / or in cases where the weather changes considerably in relation
to the time of calibration.
• If there is oil, water or similar layers on the inside of the hopper, it is necessary
to make 2-3 calibration tests, so that the layers are removed. Use the calibration
value of the last test.
• Demount the spreading vanes on the right spinning disc.
• Mount the calibration kit on the right spinning disc.
• Fill min. 200 kg fertiliser in the right side of the hopper
• Make the PTO shaft rotate between 200 and 250 rpm/min.

Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Calibration mode. CALIBRATION

PTO:
200-250 rpm
30 sec.
Confirm by
[ENTER]

• The adjustment handle is automatically CALIBRATION

ENTER
opened and set at: 14 sec.
Model E() at 4,5 - Model D() at 3,5
• Count-down from 30 to 0 sec.
• The adjustment handle is closed automatically after 30 Count-down
seconds
Display picture changes automatically
• Weigh the calibration test
CALIBRATION
• Choose the calibration quantity so that the QUANTITY
chosen quantity is identical to the quantity 21,70 Kg
SELECT
weighed by rotating the [SELECT] button. Choose quantity.
Confirm
by [ENTER]

+0 %
• The chosen quantity is confirmed and stored
ENTER
in CALIBRATOR 2003 385 Kg/Ha
• Automatic return to INFO
11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg
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CHANGE OF THE CALIBRATION QUANTITY
If you want to change the calibration quantity - without making all of the calibration
procedure - the procedure below is followed:

CALIBRATION
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in calibration QUANTITY
KG quantity mode 21,70 Kg
Choose quantity.
Confirm
by [ENTER]

CALIBRATION
• Choose the calibration quantity by rotating QUANTITY
the [SELECT] button. 19,90 Kg
SELECT
Choose quantity.
Confirm
by [ENTER]

• The chosen quantity is confirmed and stored +0 %

ENTER
in CALIBRATOR 2003
• Automatic return to INFO 385 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg
The higher the calibration quantity - the smaller the
quantity spread!
The smaller the calibration quantity - the bigger the
quantity spread!
Pay special attention when spreading UREA, OIL SEED RAPE or similar fine grained material. When spreading
such materials, it might be possible to correct/optimize the calibration quantity.

EXAMPLE FOR OPTIMIZING THE CALIBRATION QUANTITY:

• If the wanted quantity is for instance 350 Kg/Ha - and it turns out that the quantity
really spread is 340 Kg/Ha, the calibration value can be “optimized” by changing
it by the relation between
•
Kg/ha really spread
Required kg/ha n
Required Kg/Ha = 350n Kg/Ha
Quantity really spread = 340o Kg/Ha
Calibration value = 21,70 Kg
•
“Optimizing”= (340 / 350n) x 21,70 = 21,10 Kg

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INPUT OF VARIABLE DATA

• Spread width [Metres]
• Required quantity [Kg/Ha]
Variable data are the data that are often changed.
Variable data are stored in the memory so that CALIBRATOR 2003 is always using
the last input of values.

SPREAD WIDTH
M • Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in spread width SPREAD WIDTH
mode 18 metres
Choose width
• Choose the required spread width by Confirm by
rotating the [SELECT] button. [ENTER]
SELECT

• The chosen spread width is confirmed and 0%

ENTER
stored in CALIBRATOR 2003
• Automatic return to INFO 385 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg

QUANTITY
QUANTITY
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in quantity mode
235 Kg/Ha
• Choose the required quantity by rotating the Choose quantity
Confirm by
[SELECT] button. [ENTER]
SELECT

• The chosen quantity is confirmed and stored 0%

ENTER
in CALIBRATOR 2003 235 Kg/Ha
• Automatic return to INFO 11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg

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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
• Distance [Meter]
• Fertilised area [HA TOTAL]
• Calculated weight [KG]
• Quantity spread [TARA]
• PTO rpm’s [PTO]
• Percentage adjustment [%]

The purpose of the special functions is to inform about special things, which are in
some cases not part of the INFO-picture.
These functions are not necessary for the function of CALIBRATOR 2003, but is
exclusively a possibility for extra information.

DISTANCE
Distance informs about the distance driven.
• The function can either be chosen beforehand as a required positive value
[SELECT], or set to zero [0/ESC].

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in distance mode DISTANCE

98575 metres
Choose distance
Confirm by
[ENTER]
0
/ESC • Choose distance with 0 meter as start value
Eller

• Choose distance as a positive start value. The

distance will then count from the start value.
SELECT

0%
• The chosen distance is confirmed and stored
ENTER
in CALIBRATOR 2003 235 Kg/Ha
• Automatic return to INFO 11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg

• The distance will count when driving - no matter whether

CALIBRATOR 2003 is in START or STOP mode.

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FERTILISED AREA
Fertilised area informs about the area which is really fertilised. This means the area
over which the spreader has been in [START] mode.
• This function can either be chosen beforehand as a positive value [SELECT], or
set to zero [0/ESC].
• You can measure and store 5 different part areas. Add to this a TOTAL (T) sum
that counts up no matter which part area was chosen.

HA • Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Hectare mode. HA: 3

TOTAL
12,45 HA
Choose HA
0 • Choose area with 0 HA as start value Confirm by
/ESC [ENTER]

Or
• Choose area as a positive start value.
The area will then count from the start
value.
SELECT

0%
• The chosen area is confirmed and stored in
ENTER
CALIBRATOR 2003 235 Kg/Ha
• Automatic return to INFO 11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg

• I case you want to choose another part area, press the HA-function two times
after each other - and you can now choose a new part area.

HA • Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Choose Part Area HA:5 Kg/Ha ha

TOTAL
Mode. 1:
2:
475
262
13,65
2,82
Area No. ( ) 3: 350 12,45
Average quantity (Kg/ha) 4: 225 52,60
Area (ha) 5: 120 7,50
• Choose the wanted part area T: 285 89,02

• The part area can be 0-set by [0 / ESC]

SELECT

HA: 5
• The chosen part area is confirmed.
ENTER
CALIBRATOR 2003 will then make the area measuring 0,00
and and calculate the average quantity – in the chosen ha
part area, and in Total sum. Choose HA
Confirm by
[ENTER]

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+0%
• The chosen area / part area is confirmed and
ENTER
stored in CALIBRATOR 2003 235 Kg/Ha
• Automatic return to INFO 11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg
• [TOTAL sum] counts no matter which of the 5 part areas is active.
• [TOTAL sum] can like the other part areas be 0-set or chosen beforehand as a
required positive value.
• [TOTAL sum] will not be changed if one ore more part areas are 0-set.

CALCULATED WEIGHT, KG (Not ()W models)

Calculated weight informs about the remaining of fertiliser in the hopper.
• Contents in the hopper is calculated from a known quantity, which is filled into
the hopper and given as input to CALIBRATOR 2003. During spreading the
calculated quantity of fertiliser spread will be deducted and the result of this
calculation is the present hopper contents.
• This means that the function can only be used when the hopper contents is
known. If you get fertiliser in bulk it would be possible to fill the spreader to the
top of the hopper so that the quantity corresponds to the exact litre contents of
the hopper. The weight of the fertiliser can then be calculated according to the
specific weight. Alternatively a weigh bridge can be used.
• The calculation is 100% precise because the quantity is calculated on the basis of
the fertilised area and the required quantity in Kg/Ha at any time.
CONTENTS
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in KG-mode
L

1238 KG
KG
Choose contents
• Choose the present hopper contents. Confirm by
The contents will count down from the start [ENTER]
SELECT
value.
+0%

• The chosen contents is confirmed. 235 Kg/Ha

ENTER
CALIBRATOR 2003 will then reduce hopper
contents along with emptying the hopper. 11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg
• The function is suitable for checking whether the machine spreads out
precisely the wanted quantity. The quantity in Kg/Ha is calculated on
the basis of the calculated fertiliser consumption and the hectare
counter in CALIBRATOR 2003, and also on the real consumption.

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QUANTITY SPREAD, TARA (not ()W models)

TARA weight informs about the quantity of fertiliser that has been spread.
• TARA weight is a calculated quantity, corresponding to the [KG] function. The
TARA- function always counts from a value of 0 Kg.
• TARA weight can like the [KG] function be used for checking the quantity
spread.
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in TARA mode. TARA
TARA
1654 KG
0-set value
by [ENTER]

• Confirm 0-position of the TARA-value +0%

ENTER
CALIBRATOR 2003 will then increase the
quantity spread along with emptying the hopper.
235 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
1238 Kg
PTO-RPM’s
PTO informs about the rpm’s on the PTO shaft.
• The function can exclusively inform about the number of rotations per minute -
and it is not possible to choose values. (PTO-sensor is an option).
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in PTO mode.
L/MIN

PTO
PTO
540 Rpm

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%- ADJUSTMENT
It is possible to adjust the required quantity [Kg/Ha] - when driving.
• The %- adjustment changes the required quantity without limits from 0
Kg/Ha - to the maximum quantity that the spreader is able to give.
• The %-adjustment calculates percentually in relation to the required
quantity chosen under

• The %- adjustment can only be made when CALIBRATOR 2003 is in

INFO-mode. If another function is pressed when the %-adjustment is
active, the %-adjustment will automatically be 0-set.
• The %- adjustment can be seen in the display as a [%- figure] and as
the present quantity in [Kg/Ha]
• The %- adjustment is 0-set by pressing [0/ESC], by turning [SELECT],
or by choosing another function.
• The %- adjustment is automatically included in the calculated weight
[KG] and in the quantity spread [TARA].
• If the %- adjustment deviates from 0, the red lamp of the
CALIBRATOR 2003 will be lit.
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in INFO-mode. 0%
INFO

235 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
1238 Kg

• Select the required %- adjustment

• The %-figure is shown as the present change +17%
SELECT • The %-deviation is shown by movement of 275 Kg/Ha
the %-indication
• The present quantity is shown in [Kg/Ha] 11,3 Km/h
• [SELECT] lamp lights red 1238 Kg

• 0- setting of the %- adjustment results in CALIBRATOR 2003 returning to the

originally chosen quantity - without percentual deviation.

0 • 0-set the %- adjustment. 0%

/ESC • Returns to 0- % deviation
• The [SELECT] lamp goes out 235 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
• The %- adjustment can alternatively be 0- set 1238 Kg
by the [SELECT] button, or by pressing a
function which is different from the INFO-
picture.
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SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
• Open shutters for cleaning [OPEN]
• Headland spreading [PLOT]
Secondary functions are help functions that are only used in special cases.
These functions are not necessary for the basic function of CALIBRATOR 2003.

OPEN
Opens the shutters of the spreader so that cleaning becomes easier.
• The OPEN function can only be activated if the driving speed is below
2 Km/h.
• If the function is active and the speed more than 2 Km/h, the shutters of the
spreader will automatically close.
• The shutters of the spreader open. OUTLET OPEN
OPEN

Press [STOP] for

closing outlet.

• The shutters of the spreader are closed. 0%

• Automatic return to INFO
235 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
1238 Kg

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HEADLAND SPREADING
PLOT
Is used for headland spreading for spreading TO BORDER and FROM BORDER.
• TO BORDER is chosen in connection with headland spreading, where the
tramline is half a working width from border. (Only used when the machine is
equipped with Trend change).

• FROM BORDER must always be used when one side of the spreader is
closed and where 1st tramline is about 1 metre from border.
• FROM BORDER halfs automatically the summary of the following values:
• [KG] Calculation of hopper contents
• [TARA] Calculation of quantity spread
• [HA TOTAL] Area spread

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in PLOT mode. STOP PTO

”HEADLAND SPREADING MODE”
PLOT
PTO rpm. 0
TO BORDER
FROM
Choose the wanted headland spreading BORDER
SELECT
Choose and confirm

REMEMBER ALLWAYS TO STOP THE ROTATION OF THE

PTO-SHAFT WHEN CHANGING THE ROTATION
DIRECTION OF THE SPINNING DISCS --- PTO rpm. = 0

• The chosen headland spreading is

0%
confirmed.
PLOT
ENTER

• Automatic return to INFO 235 Kg/Ha

PLOT / HEADLAND SPREADING 8,0 Km/h
s indicated in the display by PLOT
2365 Kg
When stopping HEADLAND SPREADING press again PLOT
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in PLOT mode. STOP PTO
”HEADLAND SPREADING MODE”
PLOT
PTO rpm. 0
NORMAL

• NORMAL SPREADING is confirmed. Choose and confirm

by [ENTER]
ENTER
• Automatic return to INFO

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WEIGHT SYSTEM - ()W

• Automatic calibration
TARA KG

• Automatic sum up of quantity filled into the

hopper

AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION:
The automatic calibration is made on the basis of the quantity (Kg) spread
in reality – and the area (Ha) spread in reality.
• The quantity spread in reality is weighed by the built-in weight cell of the
machine.
• The real area fertilised is measured on the basis of driving speed / distance
and spread width.
When making the automatic calibration the following conditions must be
observed:
• In order to avoid influence on weight due to driving over uneven ground or
influence by the PTO – the tractor and the PTO must be stopped (Speed = 0
Km/h), when making the settings for the automatic calibration.
• The weight must ”calm down” = before pressing [ENTER].
Not calm =

• Fertiliser is filled into the spreader

• The calibration is made by 0-setting at first the TARA-quantity.

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003W in TARA-mode TARA

TARA

1650
Kg

CALIBRATOR 2003W can if wanted be set to show the TARA-value 0-set value
In the last line of the display “Free choice INFO”. Here the quantity by [ENTER]
really spread (Kg) will be shown.
+0%
• 0-setting is confirmed and stored in
ENTER
CALIBRATOR 2003W 235 Kg/Ha
• Automatic return to INFO
11,3 Km/h
0 Kg

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• Spread minimum 200 Kg. (Or a bigger quantity if wanted).
• Stop the tractor (Speed = 0 Km/h). Stop the PTO (PTO-rpm’s = 0.)

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003W in Calibration CALIBRATION

KG mode QUANTITY
21,70 Kg
Minimum weight = 10 Kg Automatic
calibration Confirm
Maximum weight = 45 Kg by [ENTER]

• The calibration value is changed in

+0 %
ENTER
accordance with the present circumstances
and stored in CALIBRATOR 2003W. 235 Kg/Ha
• Automatic return to INFO.
11,3 Km/h
248 Kg

• The automatic calibration has been made – and may be repeated as often as
desired.
• The more often the automatic calibration is done – the more precise will the
quantity be (Often better than ±1%).

• The automatic calibration – is a deliberate operation – for which reason the

TARA button must always be pressed – before calibration.

• Be careful that the shutters parts do not ”fit too tight together” when the
shutters are closed. If this is the matter, the shutters will influence the weight.

After the first calibration with for instance 250 Kg – it is recommended to

calibrate the system each time fertiliser is filled. Follow the below procedure:

Fill up the Press: TARA

+ ENTER
Spread the
spreader. TARA is 0-set fertiliser.

Spreader ‘almost
empty’ – and ready Press: KG
+ ENTER

for filling Calibration is made

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FULLY AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION:

The FULLY AUTOMATIC Calibration is made on the basis of the real
spread qunatity (Kg) – and the real fertilised area (Ha).
Contrary to the Automatic Calibration – which is made with tractor and PTO
stopped, the Fully Automatic Calibration is made automatically when spreading
fertiliser. This means that the system is by means of a number of complicated
calculations able to make the calibration despite the bumps due to driving over the
field.

• The calculations are made once per second, and quantity corrections are made
each time approx. 100 kg are spread.

• It is important that the preset calibration value is almost in accordance with the
calibration value of the present fertiliser. Is the preset calibration value for
instance 30% higher or lower than the correct value – the system will not
spread the correct quantity – until three Fully Automatic Calibrations have
been made.

• The precision in connection with Fully Automatic Calibration is ± 0,5 - 4%

The precision in connection with Automatic Calibration corresponds to ± 1%

• The Fully Automatic Calibration is not suitable when driving on hilly areas
and is only recommended for areas with slopes of max. 4% to 5%.
When spreading on areas with as well horizontal as hilly areas the system can
be applied or not applied according to the area.

• The Fully Automatic Calibration cannot work when the hopper contents is
lower than 200 kg.

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003W in calibraton mode CALIBRATION

KG
QUANTITY
21,70 Kg
• Choose manually the calibration quantity Choose quantity.
which is notoriously in accordance with the Confirm
by [ENTER]
SELECT
present fertiliser type.

Instead of [ENTER] press again

KG

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• Set CALIBRATOR 2003W in FULLY AUTO

KG
Fully Automatic Calibration – mode. CALIBRATION
Break: KG

Present calibration value 21,70 0,0%

Last percentual change
Confirm by
[ENTER]

• Confirm Fully Automatic Calibration

ENTER
Fully Automatic Calibration is indicated by a +0 % KG

flashing symbol.
KG

235 Kg/Ha
Present calibration value and %-change can be shown in the last line of the
11,3 Km/h
display by pressing the INFO

button and at the same time press KG

21,70 0,0%

Present calibration value

Last percentual change

Fully Automatic Calibration is interrupted by pressing KG

and then ENTER or 0/ESC.

WARNING !
• In case the Fully Automatic Calibration FULLY AUTO
deviates more than 20% from the existing CALIBRATION
value – the following warning picture is
shown.
>20%
ENTER = Continue Fully Auto Calibration Confirm
by [ENTER]
0/ESC = Cancel Fully Auto Calibration

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FILLING – sum up:

Filling – sum up is made on the basis of the quantity really filled into the
spreader (Kg).

• The quantity actually filled in is weighed by the built in weight cell of the
machine. The system deducts automatically the quantity which was
beforehand in the hopper.
When filling – summing up the following conditions must be observed:
• The tractor and the PTO are stopped.
• The weight must ”calm down” before testing [FILL IN] and [ENTER]
• Fill in can be 0-set by pressing [0/ESC] for 3 seconds
• BEFORE filling fertiliser into the spreader
• The sum up is made by activating Fill in mode.
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003W in Fill in mode FILL IN
Filled in now
0 Kg
Totally filled in
8500 Kg
Confirm by
[ENTER]
• AFTER having filled in fertiliser (e.g. 1500 Kg)
• The filling in is confirmed and stored in FILL IN
ENTER
CALIBRATOR 2003W Filled in now
1500 Kg
• Automatic return to INFO
Totally filled in
The display changes automatically to INFO-picture - after 5 sec. 10000 Kg

+0 %

235 Kg/Ha
Spreader ”almost
empty” – and ready Press:
Fill-in mode
11,3 Km/h
for filling in
1500 Kg
Fill the spreader
Press: ENTER

Weight is registered

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PRACTICAL USE IN THE FIELD

• In preparation for use the spreader should be set up as usual and in accordance
with the Operator’s Manual for the spreader.
• It is important to follow the instructions concerning different settings as:
• Choice of vane type
• Setting of vanes
• Setting of tilt angle

CHECK VALUES
• Before spreading in the field it is a good idea to ensure that all functions are
correctly adjusted. Therefore it is recommended to check all functions before
start, especially:
3 Calibration quantity E() : between 10,00 and 45,00 Kg.
D() : between 10,00 and 45,00 Kg.
KG

3 Spread width M
E() : between 12 and 36 metres.
D() : 12 metres
3 Quantity E() : Individual
D() : Individual
TYPICAL CALIBRATION QUANTITIES (Only suggested)
Fertiliser type E() D() Fertiliser type E() D()
NPK granular 24 Kg 18 Kg PK 22 Kg 17 Kg
NPK prilled 25 Kg 19 Kg Potash 21 Kg 16 Kg
Calcium amm. nitrate 25 Kg 19 Kg N34 prilled 33 Kg 25 Kg

START and STOP spreading

• START The control system is opened and adjusted
automatically in comparison to quantity and
speed.

• STOP The control system is closed.

INFORMATION
• At any time it is possible to press and to get information on all functions – also
when spreading.
• NB! The %-adjustment is only working in the [INFO] mode.
• You cannot change / ‘spoil’ the chosen values unless a new value is chosen and
[ENTER] is pressed afterwards.
• Under normal circumstances the display will show the [INFO] picture.
• Please note that the last line of the INFO-picture can be chosen according to the
needs.
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CHECK FERTILISER AND QUANTITY

• It is always a good idea to check that the machine works as expected.
3 Is anything blocking the outlet system of the machine ?
3 Is the control system well greased and closed at scale setting 0 ?
3 Is the driving speed shown in the CALIBRATOR correct and stable ?
3 Is the calibration kit mounted correctly?
3 Is the calibration value reasonable (See Typical calibration quantities)
3 Is the required quantity similar to the quantity really spread ?

• When spreading for instance UREA, OILSEED RAPE or similar fine grained
materials, it is recommended to fix the scale stop at the scale setting indicated
in the spread chart at the required quantity and speed. Use the same
procedure for reduction outlet.
• Alternatively it must be ensured that the spreading is done at a scale setting of
minimum 3.
• Alternatively it must be expected to increase the weight of the fertiliser from the
calibration by approx. 15-25%.
The flow characteristics of fine grained materials are very different from ‘normal’
types of fertiliser.
The materials are very fast running and at the same time the specific weight is low.
This together with very small application rates means that you should be most
carefull.

• In cases where you get deviations when spreading the above materials it is
recommended to follow the instructions in the paragraph: ‘CHANGE OF CALIBRATION
QUANTITY’.

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WIRE SET FOR TOOLS

The WIRE SET FOR TOOLS can be used in connection with sprayers, sowing
machines etc. When area and quantity measurements are wanted.
• When mounting the wire set for tools the functions of CALIBRATOR 2003 are
automatically changed so that the below information is available.
• Functions like spread width / working width are chosen as usual, but with
decimal point (XX,X metres).
3 Sprayed quantity in litres [L]
L

KG

3 Sprayed quantity in litres/min. [L/MIN]

L/MIN

PTO

3 Sprayed quantity in litres/Ha [L/HA]

3 Percentage deviation in comparison to [INFO]

required quantity
INFO

3 Sown quantity in Kg [TARA]

TARA

3 Rest quantity in sowing machine [KG]

L

/hopper KG

3 Sprayed / sown area HA [HA

TOTAL]
TOTAL

• The WIRE SET FOR TOOLS is equipped with the following connections:
1. Flow-meter (Assembling box) (Impuls meter 2 - 1250 pulses/sec.)
2. Magnet valve (+ 12 V)
3. Tool switch (Sensor and magnet for mounting on e.g. lift arm)

FLOW-MEASURING
The flow meter must always be set before spraying liquids in the field. (See
the paragraph SETTING). (Flow-meter is not sold by BOGBALLE)

• The wire net is mounted on the sprayer’s ON/OFF magnet valve, so that the
measurings are started at magnet valve active / ON.
• At magnet valve active / ON the following measurings are
started:
• Area measuring [HA]
• Sprayed quantity in litres [L]
• Sprayed quantity in litres/min. [L/MIN]
• Sprayed quantity in litres/Ha [L/HA]

• In case the sprayer is not equipped with magnet valve the tool switch can be
built on in such a way that the above measurings are stopped at sensor active /
ON
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QUANTITY - SPRAYER
CALIBRATOR 2003 is able to inform about the quantity really sprayed – seen in
comparison to the quantity required. This information is given in as well [L/HA],
as in percentage [%] deviation.

QUANTITY
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in quantity mode.
125 L/Ha
• Choose the required quantity Choose quantity
Confirm by
[ENTER]
SELECT

-100%
• The chosen quantity is confirmed.
ENTER And will now be used as basis for comparison with the real 125 L/ha
quantity.
• Automatic return to INFO 11,3 Km/h
0 L/ha
• The quantity adjustment is made on the adjustment valve of the sprayer – and
not via CALIBRATOR 2003.
• When spraying afterwards – the real number [L/HA] will be shown in the
lower line of the display – and the percentual [%] deviation will appear
from the %-bar of the display.

QUANTITY – SLURRY SPREADER

CALIBRATOR 2003 is able to inform about the quantity really spread when
spreading slurry.
All functions are identical with the spraying functions – including setting of flow-
meter.
Quantities are shown in the display as: L L/min and L/ha
These quantities are in reality: m3 m3/min and m3/ha

QUANTITY MEASURING
CALIBRATOR 2003 can make a calculated quantity measuring in
connection with for instance the sowing machine. The quantity measuring
is made as described in the paragraph “CALCULATED WEIGHT, KG”.
• The START / STOP function is made by mounting for instance a sensor and
magnet on the handle for the tractor’s lifting/lowering arm.

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MOUNTING
In order to get full advantage of CALIBRATOR 2003, it is absolutely necessary to
exactly follow the instruction below. If the instructions are not followed and the
Calibrator is mounted in a wrong way the consequence will be that the Calibrator
may make a false adjustment that might result in corresponding incorrect
application rate when spreading.
• Fixtures are supplied with the system, but due to the differences between tractors it is
not possible to make a fixture that can be used on all tractors. It may therefore, in some
cases be necessary to adjust the fixtures.

MOUNTING ON TRACTOR
• MOUNTING OF CALIBRATOR 2003 - computer.
Fixture is supplied with the system for mounting of the CALIBRATOR 2003 -
computer.
• Fix the CALIBRATOR in a convenient place in the cabin of the tractor, in
consideration of the facts:
• That access is good so that it is easy to operate the instrument
• That the placing is convenient in relation to a minimum of sun/light into the display.
• That the CALIBRATOR cannot be wet.
• That the CALIBRATOR is fixed in such a way that it does not shake when driving or
when idling.

∂ Power- connection
• Distance sensor /Wheel sensor
÷ Actuator- plug connection
≠ Actuator

œ
 Ÿ
±12V

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On the under side of CALIBRATOR 2003 the following things are mounted:

⊄
⊆

⊇
⊇ Current cable
• RED is mounted to (+) 12 V
• BLACK is mounted to (-) frame / earth
These cables must absolutely not be inverted.

• The current cable must not be connected before all other wires are connected.
• It is recommended to connect the 12V cable so that the voltage is interrupted
when the ignition is switched off.
• Check that the current supply is stable.
• Voltage must resist min. 16 Amp.

⊄ Mounting of Jackplug for impulse sensor or alternatively connection from the

internal speed recording of the tractor (Radar or similar).
⊂ Wire with plug connection to wire net for spreader or for other tools
(Actuator etc.)
⊆ RS 232 plug connection for:
• External guidance for rate variation.
• Printer connection.
• External program setting.

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• RECORDING OF SPEED
With the system is supplied an impulse sensor for recording directly on the
wheel hub of the tractor or alternatively on a drive shaft. (Magnetic iron).
• If rear-wheel drive – fit the sensor on the front wheel of the tractor.
• If four-wheel drive – fit the sensor on the rear wheel of the tractor.
• If using chassis kit – the sensor can be fitted on its wheel.
• It is recommended that the sensor is mounted in such a way that the
recording is made on the bolt heads of the hub. (Normally 8 units).
∂ 1-3 mm.
WHEEL MOUNTING
Hub bolts Wheel
w/nut (8 units) sensor
∂ 1-3 mm.
Wheel
Through-bolts sensor

• Max 50 mm

⊂ Min. 3 mm. ⊂ Min. 3 mm.

Fælg
• Fit the sensor precisely in the centre line of the hub bolts.
• ∂ The distance from sensor to hub bolt must be between 1 and 3 mm.
Bigger distance than 3 mm will result in an unstable recording of the speed.

• • The distance between sensor and fixture must not increase 50 mm.
Bigger distance might cause vibrations – and consequently an unstable recording of the speed.
In this case a robust bracket must be fabricated to eliminate rests of vibration.

• ⊂ The distance between hub and bolt must be min. 2 mm.

Smaller distance might mean recording on hub and not on the bolt head.

The mutual distance between impulse

units (hub bolts or similar), must be equal.

∂ 1-3 mm.

If there is no possibility for recording on

hub bolts, an impulse ring for mounting
on rim can be supplied. (See options).

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DRIVE SHAFT FITTING

On some tractors it might be necessary to record the speed on the drive shafts of
the tractor.
In such cases the impulse clip provided is used.

∂ 1-2 mm.
Fix the clip by glue.Use the plastic ties for fixture
during the drying process.
• Max 50 mm
• Note:
• The axle must not rotate unevenly.
• Distance between sensor and clips
should be max. 2 mm.

THE INTERNAL SIGNAL OF THE TRACTOR

CALIBRATOR 2003 is able to receive the internal speed signal from the tractor,
either as a radar signal, or as a pulse signal, for instance from the gear box of the
tractor.

The RADAR / pulse signal must observe the following specifications:

RADAR
PULSES High
Min. 4,8 V

Low
Max. 3,0 V

Pulled up input : 1 K ohm / 8 V

Frequence, max. : 3 K Hz

Corresponding to at/ 200 pulses/metre Max. speed = 54,0 Km/h

A wire connection for radar etc. w/Jack plug can be supplied. (See options)

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MOUNTING ON SPREADER
• MOUNTING OF CONTROL SYSTEM
A correct mounting and setting of the control system is vital in connection with
correct quantity.

• The control system is mounted in such a way that the shutters of the spreader
are closed – when the handle is set to scale setting 0
⊇ Mount the control system as shown on the sketch (Push up against chassis beam)
⊄ Set the scale stop at 0
⊂ Close the shutters (0,5 mm opening) by adjusting the connection rod.
EX / DZ
Scale stop = 0

⊇
⊄
DZ
EX
Pos. 1
EX
Pos. 2

Connection rod
(POS. 1)
EXW

⊇ ⊂

EXW Assembling box

Pos. 1
for load cell
EXW
Pos. 2 Shutter is closed
(opening ca. 0,5 mm.)

The shutters must not be totally closed.

If the shutters are totally closed it will
influence the weight system of the EXW.
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SETTING
Before putting CALIBRATOR 2003 into operation the following setting must be
made::
• Display [Set language in display] (Not necessarily)
[Set contrast ] (Not necessarily)
• Type [Set spreader type] (Must be set)
• Time / data [Set time and date] (Must be set)
• Dist. Sensor [Set sensor type] (Must be set)
• Tank sensor [Set Mounted / Not mounted] (Not necessarily)
• Test [Will be mentioned later]

The SETTING – menu appears by pressing the [CALIB] button for

3 seconds.

CALIB
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Setting mode SETTING
• Press the button for 3 seconds Display
Type
Time / date
• Select the required setting. Dist. Sensor
Tank Sensor
SELECT
Test

DISPLAY / NATIONALITY
The display can be chosen so that the text in the display and CALIBRATOR
2003 is adapted to the user. Moreover it is possible to adjust the contrast.

SETTING
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Display mode Display
Type
SELECT
Time / date
Dist. Sensor
Tank Sensor
Test

• The chosen Setting is confirmed. DISPLAY

ENTER
Nationality
Contrast
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Nationality mode
SELECT (Choose language)

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• The chosen Setting is confirmed NATIONALITY

ENTER

GB DK F
D NL S
• Choose required language Choose and confirm
SELECT by [ENTER]

• The chosen language is confirmed and will

+0 %
ENTER
be stored in CALIBRATOR 2003
• Automatic return to INFO 385 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg
DISPLAY / CONTRAST
• The chosen setting is confirmed DISPLAY
ENTER

Nationality
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Contrast mode Contrast

SELECT

• The chosen setting is confirmed CONTRAST

ENTER

32
• Set present CONTRAST, the higher the Choose and confirm
SELECT number, the greater the contrast. by [ENTER]

• The selected CONTRAST is confirmed and

ENTER
stored in CALIBRATOR 2003
• Automatic return to INFO

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SPREADER TYPE
Spreader type must be set so that CALIBRATOR 2003 can be adapted
exactly to the spreader type that the CALIBRATOR must operate.

• CALIBRATOR 2003 is used for the machine types:

• E, EX, EX2, D or DZ - Type ()W cannot be chosen.

• CALIBRATOR 2003 W is used for the machine types:

• EW, EXW og EXW2 - Can also be used for not ()W types.

• EX2 and EXW2 are chosen when the required quantity is more than 250
kg/min.
• A special connection rod POS.2 (red colour) must be mounted, and the system
must always be mounted/chosen so that POS.1 or POS. 2 respectively are
chosen for the corresponding connection rod.

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Type setting SETTING

mode Display
SELECT
Type
Time / date
Dist. Sensor
Tank Sensor
Test

• The chosen setting is confirmed TYPE

ENTER
E EX EX2
EW EXW EXW2
• Choose the required spreader type. D DZ

SELECT
Choose and conf.
by [ENTER]

• The chosen spreader type is confirmed and

+0 %
ENTER
stored in CALIBRATOR 2003
• Automatic return to INFO 385 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg

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TIME / DATE
Time and date is set so that CALIBRATOR 2003, for instance when
connecting a printer, is able to print the correct time of treatment of the
field.
• The internal register system of the CALIBRATOR uses TIME / DATE.

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Time / Date SETTING

mode. Display
SELECT
Type
Time / date
Dist. Sensor
Tank Sensor
Test

• Confirm the selected Choice TIME / DATE

ENTER
24 .10.1998
13:45
• Choose present date / time Choose and conf.
by [ENTER]
SELECT

• Confirm the chosen date /time *18.03.1998

ENTER • “Highlight” automatically goes one

step forward
* states date for putting into operation

• The chosen DATE / TIME is confirmed and

ENTER
stored in CALIBRATOR 2003 +0 %
• Automatic return to INFO 385 Kg/Ha
11,3 Km/h
2365 Kg

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SPEED RECORDING
CALIBRATOR 2003 can be equipped with speed signals from a wheel
sensor, radar, transmission or as constant speed.
• The used signal type must be defined.
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Dist. Sensor SETTING
mode. Display
SELECT
Type
Time / date
Dist. sensor
Tank Sensor
Test

• The chosen setting is confirmed DIST. SENSOR

ENTER
Transmission
• Choose required sensor Radar
Transmission = Internal system of tractor Impuls sensor
(Number of pulses bigger than 10 and smaller than 299) Const. speed
Choose and conf.
SELECT
Radar = Internal system of tractor by [ENTER]
(Number of pulses bigger than 19,99 and smaller than 299)
Impulse sensor = Supplied sensor
(Number of pulses bigger than 1 and smaller than 19,99)

Constant speed = For use if speed signal is defect

• If constant s speed is chosen, the system is no longer forward
speed related, for which reason the chosen constant speed
and the real forward speed must be the same.
• Constant speed is indicated in the display by flashing ”FIX”

• The chosen sensor is confirmed and stored in +0 %

ENTER
CALIBRATOR 2003
385 Kg/Ha
• Automatic return to INFO
11,3 Km/h
After choosing the sensor type the sensor must be set.
See the paragraph: ”SETTING – SPEED / DIST.” 2365 Kg
HOPPER SENSOR (Option)
• If HOPPER SENSOR is mounted, it must be chosen as ”Mounted”

TEST
In the setting menu you will find an extraordinary setting:
• TEST (Fault finding in the system)
The test function is an extraordinary function for locating possible system
faults. See the paragraph:
“FAULT FINDING”
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ADJUSTMENT
THE SYSTEM MUST ALWAYS BE ADJUSTED BEFORE USE
- FIRST TIME -

• The following functions must / be adjusted:

• SPEED / DISTANCE (Must be adjusted)
• ACTUATOR (Control system) (May be adjusted)
• LOAD CELL (Must be adjusted)
• FLOW METER (May be adjusted, Option)
• PRINT (In use for print of data when printer is connected)

The ADJUSTMENT – menu appears by pressing [CALIB].

CALIB
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in ADJUSTMENT ADJUST
mode. Weight
Actuator
• Choose the required adjustment. Speed/Dist.
”Weight” – only ()W Count pulses
SELECT Print

ACTUATOR / CONTROL SYSTEM

Adjustment of the ACTUATOR (Electric spindle motor) – is to adjust the position
fo the control handle.
• The system is adjusted from the factory - and must only be adjusted if
the handle does not place itself correctly when making the calibration:
10

E() scale setting : 4,5

D() scale setting : 3,5

If the system is not correctly adjusted, the following procedure is followed:

• The scale stop is set and fixed at the highest scale figure:
E() scale setting : 9,0
D() scale setting : 6,0

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Actuator mode ADJUST

Weight
SELECT Actuator
Speed/Dist.
Count pulses
Print

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• The chosen Adjustment is confirmed ACTUATOR

ENTER
There and back
• The adjustment handle goes forwards / +
There and back
backwards 2 times. Present current
• The present current is shown in Ampere (For 8,3 Amp
instance 8,3 Amp.)
Display picture changes automatically

ACTUATOR
Adjustment

OK
Confirm by
[ENTER]

• After completion and correct Adjustment

+0 %
ENTER
• Automatic return to INFO
385 Kg/ha
11,3 Km/h
CHECK the adjustment by making a calibration.
1238 Kg
The system is now adjusted and must only be adjusted again in case of exchange of
some parts (ACTUATOR or CALIBRATOR).

If there are errors in the adjustment, it will be seen in the display, and the
adjustment must be repeated.
• In the display the following will appear ACTUATOR
See the paragraph ”FAULT FINDING”
ERROR
Repeat adjustment

Confirm by
[ENTER]

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SPEED / DIST
This function must always be adjusted before use of the system. A correct speed is
vital for an exact spreading result and an exact spreading quantity.
• The speed can be recorded in two different ways:
• Recording of impulses from for instance tractor wheel (Impulse sensor)
(See mounting and setting)
• Often between 1 and 10 pulses/metre. (Minimum 1 pulse/metre, maximum
19,99 pulses/metre).
• Recording of impulses by the internal speed measurement (radar).
(See mounting and setting)
• Often between 50 and 150 pulses/metre. (Minimum 10 pulses/metre,
maximum 299 pulses/metre).
• Attention should be given to the fact that a radar is not necessarily
precise in a high crop.
• When counting pulses the system must always be SET to the
present sensor type.

Decision of impulse number:

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Count Pulses ADJUST
mode Weight
SELECT
Actuator
Speed/Dist.
Count pulses
Print

The system is able to count the number of pulses for a given distance. This Number
of pulses should be converted into PULSE/METRE.
• Stop the tractor and 0-set the number of pulses.
• The chosen adjustment is confirmed DIST. SENSOR
ENTER

Press 0/ESC for 3 sec. Number pulses

0
/ESC 0

• Drive a measured and precise distance, for instance 100 metres.

• The distance must be at least 100 metres.
• The number of counted pulses is divided by the distance driven and is used
under Speed/Dist.

EXAMPLE:
Measured pulses = 167 pulses
Driven distance = = 100 metrer
= 1,67 pulse/metre

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• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Speed / Dist. ADJUST

mode Weight
SELECT
Actuator
Speed/Dist.
Count pulses
Print

• The chosen Adjustment is confirmed SPEED

ENTER

1,67
• Choose number of counted pulses / metre Pulse/metre
Choose pulses/metre
by rotating the [SELECT] button. Confirm by
SELECT
[ENTER]

• The chosen number of pulses is confirmed.

+0 %
ENTER
• Automatic return to INFO
385 Kg/ha
11,3 Km/h
1238 Kg
LOAD CELL
Adjustment of load cell is only in question in connection with CALIBRATOR
2003W and ()W machines.
The purpose of the adjustment is to set CALIBRATOR 2003W, so that the system is
making a correct weighing of the hopper contents.
• The system must always be adjusted before putting the machine into
operation – and all equipment must be mounted.
• The hopper of the spreader is empty.
• All options are mounted on the spreader.
• The spreader is mounted in the 3-point linkage.

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in Weight mode ADJUST

Weight
SELECT
Actuator
Speed/Dist.
Count pulses
Print

• The chosen adjustment is confirmed WEIGHT

ENTER

• The weight must ”calm down” = 0 Kg

before pressing [ENTER]. Not calm = Empty the hopp.
Confirm by
[ENTER]

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• 0-setting is confirmed. WEIGHT

ENTER

0 Kg
Fill in minimum
500Kg

• A known quantity, minimum 500 kg, is filled into the spreader.

The heavier quantity – the better adjustment !

• Enter the present weight in the hopper (Kg) WEIGHT

For instance 750 Kg
SELECT The ”expected” hopper contents is shown in the
750 Kg
Fill in minimum
display. 500Kg
• (The weight might be unstable and not correct and it Confirm by
[ENTER]
can swing between 0 and 9999). This is of no
importance.

• When the SELECT button is turned, the

display will automatically start at ”500 Kg”.

• The weight must ”calm down” = before pressing [ENTER].

• The chosen hopper contents is confirmed.
+0 %
ENTER
• Automatic return to INFO
385 Kg/ha
11,3 Km/h
750 Kg
CHECK the adjustment, for instance by filling extra 50 kg into the hopper. The
display of the CALIBRATOR must then show the increased contents.
If the correct weight is not shown in the display -
all of the procedure must be repeated.
It is not sufficient only to repeat the last part.
• Load cell and spreader can after some time – and after heavy loads, change a
little bit. This means that the “empty weight” of the spreader – moves away
from 0 kg.
If this is the case – make a new adjustment.
• It should be noticed that the weight has steps of 1 kg – and that the weight
might “flash” 1 Kg. – even if the spreader stands still.

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FLOW METER
Adjusting the flow meter is only necessary when using the wire net for other
machines (option).
The reason for adjusting the flow meter is to set CALIBRATOR 2003, so that the
system makes a correct measurement of the liquid through for instance a field
sprayer or a slurry spreader.
The adjustment is made on the basis of pulses/litre (Stated on the flow meter).

• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in flow meter status. ADJUST

SELECT
Flow meter
Speed/Distance
Count pulses
Print

• The chosen adjustment is confirmed. FLOW METER

ENTER

Typical values for sprayer flow : 100 Pulses/litre 100

Pulses/litre
Typical values for slorry flow : 1000 Pulses/m3
Min. Value = 10 pulses. Choose pulses/l
Confirm by
Max. Value = 2999 pulses [ENTER]
• Select number of pulses per litre
For instance 100 Pulses/litre
SELECT

• The selected number of pulses is confirmed.

-100%
ENTER
• Automatic return to INFO
125 L/Ha
11,3 Km/h
0 L/Ha

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FAULT FINDING
CALIBRATOR 2003 - ON
When CALIBRATOR 2003 is started (ON), the system will make a self test of the
following units:
• SPEED sensor
• PTO sensor (Option)
• Actuator (Status A)
• Actuator (Status B)
The self test is testing if the different units are connected correctly to
CALIBRATOR 2003, or if possible faults have arisen in cables or plug connections.
If the connection is not correct the display will show “ERROR”.
• If [ENTER] is pressed, the error is accepted – and the
error will be shown again next time CALIBRATOR 2003
is started (ON). ERROR
• If [0] is pressed, the error is ignored and the error will Dist. sensor
not be shown next time CALIBRATOR 2003 is started missing
[ENTER] = OK
(ON).
[0] = ignore
• The error will not appear again until a correct part was
connected – and it becomes defect.

NB !!! [0] = press[0/ESC] for 3 sec.

• Just after starting CALIBRATOR 2003 (ON), the display will show, to which
system the CALIBRATOR 2003 is connected:
For instance:
CALIBRATOR CALIBRATOR CALIBRATOR
2003 EXW 2003 EXW 2003 EXW
Ver x.xxX Flow computer Job computer
Ver x.xxX Ver x.xxX
BØGBALLE EXW Flow meter Different tools

TEST
In the setting menu there is an extraordinary setting:
• TEST (Fault finding in the system)

The test function is an extraordinary function for locating possible system

errors. The following units can be tested:
• Weight system Only ()W
• Dist. sensor.
• Actuator
• Power supply
• Display
• Serial port
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The SETTING menu appears by pressing the [CALIB] button for 3 seconds.

CALIB
• Set CALIBRATOR 2003 in SETTING mode SETTING
• Press the button for 3 seconds Display
Type
Time / date
• Select the required setting Dist. Sensor
Tank sensor
SELECT Test

• The selected setting is confirmed TEST

ENTER
Weight system
Dist. sensor
Actuator
Power supply
Display
Serial port

• After each test it is necessary to press either [ENTER] or [0/ESC] in order to

finish the test. Afterwards the display will return to the INFO-picture, and a
new test can be started.

CALIB SELECT TEST ENTER SELECT

Div.
TEST
ENTER ENTER

Select the required test by and confirm by ENTER

SELECT

Weight system

Is the weight not precise or is it swinging without changing the WEIGHT SYSTEM
load.
AD ≈1∏99999
Check !
- off. ≈1∏99999
• Plug connections between CALIBRATOR and the wire net of
= ≈0∏99999
the spreader. If corroded or dirty the plugs must be carefully
/ Fakt. ≈0∏9999
cleaned with contact spray. = ≈0∏999
• Make a weight calibration. All of the procedure must be made
– from 0-setting, to calibration with a known quantity (Kg).
• The assembling box which is mounted on back of the control
system must inside be free of moisture and corrosion. All wires
must be fixed
”=” The present weight

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Dist. Sensor

If the driving speed is more than 0 Km/h, the impulse counter

DIST.SENSOR
must count positive values.
Check ! Number pulses
• Plug connection between CALIBRATOR and sensor/radar.
• Constant distance, as described under mounting, between 2654
sensor and impulse device.
• That a number of pulses /meter is stated
• That a correct sensor type is chosen

Actuator

If the movements of the actuator are unstable /swinging.

If the scale handle is not moving to the correct setting AKTUATOR
Check ! 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
• Plug connections between CALIBRATOR and the wire net of
the spreader. If the plugs are corroded or dirty they must be Current 0,0 A
carefully cleaned with contact spray. Voltage. 12,0 V
• That the system is correctly calibrated /adjusted. Repeat Present Status OK
calibration /adjustment of control system.
• That there is an accessible voltage of min. 11,0 V.
• That a current of not more than 10 Amp. is drawn.
If [SELECT] is turned there must be relation between the real
scale setting and the scale setting shown in the display. (Must
be / is value). See ”„” of the display scale.

Power supply

If the system is not reliable, for instance it opens and closes POWER SUPPLY
without reason or it goes OFF and then ON without pressing the
Battery 12,0 V
ON/OFF buttons.
I/O 10,0 V
Check !
Weight 5,0 V
• Plug connections between CALIBRATOR and current supply. Display 11,0 V
• That the current supply is stable (11,0 – 15,0 V) Programme 5,5 V
• That the I/O values are between (9,5 – 10,5 V)
• That the weight voltage is between (4,5 – 5,5 V)
• That the display voltage is between (10,0 – 12,0 V)
• That the program voltage is between (4,5 – 7,0 V)

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Display

If there are faults in the segments of the display and if text and
ciffers are not ‘complete’ – without segment faults.
Check !
• That the CALIBRATOR does not vibrate and shake violently
due to resonance.
• That all of the display area is evenly ‘GREY’

Serial port

If there is no connection from / to external equipment.

SERIAL PORT
Check !
• Plug in test dongle. Remember put in
Serial status: OK test dongle
Serial status
ERR

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