SmartBox Plus System
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Specifications:
- Product: SmartBox+ system
- Manufacturer: AMVAC Chemical Corporation
- Website: SIMPAS.com/resources
Product Usage Instructions:
Installation Process:
- Bracket: Install the bracket onto a ladder or platform.
- Cradle and Base Unit: Mount the cradle and base unit onto the
bracket. - Meter: Attach the meter for product flow measurement.
- Furrow Tube: Connect the furrow tube for product delivery.
- ECU: Install the ECU depending on the planter size.
- Tool Bar Connection: Connect the system to the tool bar using a
tee harness. - Power Disconnect: Connect the power disconnect on the tractor
for system power control. - Wiring: Complete wiring as required, following manufacturer’s
guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: Where can I find more detailed installation
instructions?
A: For comprehensive installation details, please refer to the
resources available at SIMPAS.com/resources.
Q: How do I ensure the system is powered down
completely?
A: Make sure to turn off the power disconnect on the tractor to
fully power down the system.
Q: Is professional installation required for the
SmartBox+ system?
A: Professional installation is recommended to ensure proper
setup and functionality.
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Introduction to:
SmartBox®+ Installation
This document introduces the SmartBox+ system installation process. For more complete details, please visit: SIMPAS.com/resources
SmartBox is a registered trademark of AMVAC Chemical Corporation
Installation:
The installation process for the SmartBox+ system can be completed in the following steps:
1. Bracket 2. Cradle and Base Unit 3. Meter 4. Furrow Tube
5. ECU
6. Harnessing power 7. Harnessing communication 8. Display harnessing and cab installation (if required)
1 Bracket · The brackets bolt directly onto the row unit, using supplied hardware.
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· On planters with Central Fill, the ladder brackets will bolt onto the central fill
ladder or platform.
2 Cradle, Base Unit and Quick-Attach latch 2 · The cradle bolts to the bracket and supplies the mount for the Base Unit.
· Before installing the base unit, the meter quick-attach assembly will be
installed onto the bottom side of the base unit.
3 Meter
· The Meter attaches to the bottom of the base unit. The ISO VT (virtual terminal) display is used to control the system.
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· The quick attach cone is mounted to the meter before installation
4 Furrow tube
· The furrow tube runs from the bottom of the meter down to the furrow. · It is critical to ensure that the tube remains as vertical as possible, to ensure
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product flow.
5 ECU (Electronic Control Unit) · The ECU will mount directly onto the planter tool bar, at about row 5-8
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depending upon the size of the planter.
6 POWER Harnessing · The power harness begins at the tractor battery, runs out onto the planter
tool bar and terminates at 1-2 locations on the tool bar using a tee harness
as a splitter.
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· It is recommended that the power harness is installed onto the power
disconnect on the tractor, to ensure the system is fully powered down when
the disconnect is off.
7 COMMUNICATION Harnessing · The communication harness starts at the ECU and runs to row 1 initially.
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· Starting at row 1, the communication harness forms a daisy chain along the
rest of the planter.
8 Display harnessing and cab installation · When a PLANTER display is being used, display harness installation is NOT
REQUIRED (other than simply connecting to the ISO connector).
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· When an aftermarket display is being used, the display harness must be
installed, following manufacturers guidance
Documents / Resources
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SIMPAS SmartBox Plus System [pdf] Installation Guide SmartBox Plus System, System |