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Virden, MB|May 10, 2025

Looking for Aimcommand troubleshooting expert in case 4430 sprayer. Master switch will not open section valves. I have boom pressure, the master switch does click the solenoid, I have power at each aim module (master, slave, and pwm) and the section valves have constant power but never control power. What else can I test?
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In the battery box is the fuses for the boom section valves. It is a 3 wire system if the valve receives 12 V it opens. If not then it closes. Verify its not a control issue- if your boundary control is on and you are out of bounds the boom valve will not open If all boom valves do not function start with control side. If only 1 side or one valve then trouble shoot boom valve circuit
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Robert Saik

Founder / CEO

May 11, 2025

Here’s some ideas. 1. **Check Fuses**: - Inspect the fuses in the machine's external fuse panel and AIM Command modules. Replace any faulty fuses as necessary. 2. **Inspect Wiring**: - Look for shorted or damaged boom harness wires. Repair or replace the boom harness if needed. 3. **Test Valve Coils**: - Identify any shorted coils by unplugging the valve from the harness and checking the resistance across the two-pin connector. The normal resistance should be near **21 - 23.5 Ω**. Replace any coil that shows significantly less resistance. 4. **Check for Voltage Spikes**: - AIM Command modules can be damaged by voltage spikes. Ensure the system is not started in "Auto" or "Manual" mode to prevent such spikes. 5. **Inspect for Debris**: - Disassemble the valve to remove any debris and clean it. If several valves in a boom section are plugged, check the boom strainer for damage and replace if necessary. 6. **Check for Voltage Drops**: - Measure the voltage at the end valves. If the voltage is below **10.5 V**, there is excessive voltage drop in the system. Check and repair connections from the battery to the valves, and replace any corroded wiring harnesses. 7. **Inspect Alternator Output**: - Ensure the alternator output is sufficient. Replace the alternator if necessary to maintain proper voltage levels. 8. **Failed Pressure Sensor**: - If pressure control is unstable or sluggish, check the pressure sensor for material caked in the cavity and clean it carefully. Replace the pressure sensor if necessary.