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Operator’s Manual
60303P and 80303P
Three-Point Planter
Model
60303P
80303P
Serial No.
F1080 and Later
G1022 and Later
Manufacturing, Inc.
www.greatplainsmfg.com
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Description of Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Intended Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 1 Preparation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Prestart Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Attaching Planter to Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Hydraulic Hose Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Leveling Planter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Section 2 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Prestart Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Field Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Meter Clutches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Row Unit Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Chemical Hoppers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Marker Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Transporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Section 3 Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Planting Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Transmission Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Checking Planting Population . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Planting Rates for Finger Pickup Corn Meters . 13
Planting Rates for Brush Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Brush Meters, Cotton Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Granular Chemical Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Conversion from Broadcast to Row Coverage16
Granular Chemical Rate Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Clay Granules, Herbicide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Clay Granules, Insecticide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Sand Granules, Herbicide and Insecticide . 19
Recalibrating Granular Chemical Meters . . 20
Meter Drive Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Row Unit Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Down Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Down Pressure Charts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Coulter Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Opener Seeding Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Side Gauge Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
1 x 12 Closing Wheel Option . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Closing Disk Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Seed-Lok Lock Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Marker Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Section 4 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication . . . . . . . . 29
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Finger Pickup Meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Brush-Type Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Opener Disks, Scrapers, Gauge Wheels . . . 31
Chain Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Gauge Wheel Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Gauge Wheel Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Side Gauge Wheel Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Counter Shaft Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Transmission Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Meter Drive Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Finger Pickup Meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Section 6 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Coulter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Chemical Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Marker Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Heavy Duty Spring Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Terra Tine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Seed-Lok Firming Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Section 7 Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . 39
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes . . . 40
Tire Inflation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit. This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future.
Great Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated Trademarks
The following are trademarks of Great Plains Mfg., Inc.: Application Systems, Ausherman, Land Pride, Great Plains, Seed-Lok
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Printed in the United States of America.
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Look for Safety Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken.
When you see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that follows it. In addition to design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
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Be Aware of Signal Words
Signal words designate a degree or level of hazard seriousness. The signal words are:
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DANGER!
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations, typically for machine components that, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
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WARNING!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
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CAUTION!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Keep Riders
Off Machinery
Riders obstruct the operator’s view.
Riders could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from machine.
▲ Never allow riders on implement.
▲ Never allow children to operate equipment.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
Safety Decals, page 4. Read all instructions noted on decals.
OFF
Shutdown and Storage
▲ Lower machine to ground, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key.
▲ Detach and store implement in an area where children normally do not play. Secure implement with blocks and supports.
Handle
Chemicals Properly
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and property.
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ Follow instructions on container label.
▲ Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
▲ Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by chemical manufacturer.
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Important Safety Information
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
Slow-moving tractors, self-propelled equipment and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads. They are difficult to see, especially at night.
▲ Use flashing warning lights and turn signals whenever driving on public roads.
▲ Use lights and devices provided with implement.
Transport
Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph. Some rough terrains require a slower speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset.
▲ Do not exceed 20 mph. Never travel at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping. Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes.
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Do not tow an implement that, when fully loaded, weighs more than 1.5 times the weight of towing vehicle.
▲ Be certain your tractor has enough front-end ballast to handle the planter. Refer to you tractor operator’s manual for ballast requirements.
Prepare for Emergencies
▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment. Refer to this manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean, dry area.
▲ Lower implement to ground, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before performing maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool completely.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good condition and installed properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or debris.
▲ Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation.
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Important Safety Information
Tire Safety
Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed by trained personnel using correct tools and equipment.
▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side–not in front of or over tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available.
▲ When removing and installing wheels, use wheel-handling equipment adequate for weight involved.
Wear
Protective Equipment
▲ Wear protective clothing and equipment.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose-fitting clothing.
▲ Because prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss, wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Because operating equipment safely requires your full attention, avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery.
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate skin, causing serious injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
▲ Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check for suspected leaks.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems.
▲ If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result.
Safety at All Times
Thoroughly read and understand this manual before operating implement.
Refer to Safety Decals, page 4. Read all instructions noted on decals.
▲ Be familiar with all implement functions.
▲ Operate implement from driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave tractor or implement unattended with engine running.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when raising implement. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.
▲ Do not dismount a moving tractor.
Dismounting a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor and implement during hitching.
▲ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven parts.
▲ Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts.
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Important Safety Information
Safety Decals
Your implement comes equipped with all safety decals in place.
They were designed to help you safely operate your implement.
1. Read and follow decal directions.
2. Keep all safety decals clean and legible.
3. Replace all damaged or missing decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for proper decal placement.
4. When ordering new parts or components, also request corresponding safety decals.
5. To install new decals: a.
Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed.
b.
Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface, being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal.
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Slow Moving Vehicle Emblem
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Red Reflectors
Rear of planter toolbar, both ends; two reflectors total
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Red Reflectors
Rear of row units on outside ends; two reflectors total
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Amber Reflectors
Reflectors on outside row units and ends of toolbar; four reflectors total
818-323C
Ag Chemicals Danger
Decals inside chemical lids
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Caution Operational
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Transport Speed Warning
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Moving Parts Warning
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Pinch/Crush Warning
Two decals on each optional marker; four decals total
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818-525C
Sharp Object Warning
Optional Terra-Tine
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818-525C
Sharp Object Warning
Optional Terra-Tine
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Introduction
Introduction
Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new product owners. This implement has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials.
Proper setup, maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine.
Description of Unit
The 60303P and 80303P are mounted planting implements. Planting rates are adjustable by changing sprockets on the planter transmission or contact drive. Row units are mounted on the planter toolbar at 30-inch intervals.
Seed hoppers are standard on the row units; chemical hoppers and granular-chemical applicators are available.
Springs on each row unit provide down pressure needed for the row-unit openers to make a seed trench. Fingerpickup meters singulate and dispense seed from the hopper and deliver it to the trench. Seeding depth is controlled by side gauge wheels on the openers. Closing wheels or disks close the trench. The row units can be outfitted with optional tillage attachments.
Intended Usage
Use this implement to plant production-agriculture, rowcrops only. Use this implement when mounted on a tractor thee point at transport speeds of less than 20 mph. The unit is designed for conventionally tilled fields but can be used in no- or minimum-till conditions if outfitted with optional tillage attachments. Do not modify the planter for use with attachments other than those specified by Great
Plains.
Using This Manual
This manual will familiarize you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshooting and maintenance.
Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation.
The information in this manual is current at printing. Some parts may change to assure top performance.
Definitions
The following terms are used throughout this manual.
Right-hand and left-hand as used in this manual are determined by facing the direction the machine will travel while in use unless otherwise stated.
IMPORTANT: A crucial point of information related to the preceding topic. For safe and correct operation, read and follow the directions provided before continuing.
NOTE: Useful information related to the preceding topic.
Owner Assistance
If you need customer service or repair parts, contact a
Great Plains dealer. They have trained personnel, repair parts and equipment specially designed for Great Plains products.
Your machine’s parts were specially designed and should only be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always use the serial and model number when ordering parts from your
Great Plains dealer. The serial-number plate is located as shown in Figure A.
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Figure A
Serial Number
Record your drill model and serial number here for quick reference:
Model Number: _________________________________
Serial Number: _________________________________
Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received, please take the following actions.
1.
Discuss the matter with your dealership service manager. Make sure they are aware of any problems so they can assist you.
2.
If you are still unsatisfied, seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership.
3.
For further assistance write to:
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
PO Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
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Section 1 Preparation and Setup
Section 1
Preparation and Setup
This section will help you prepare your tractor and planter for use. The planter must be hitched on a suitable tractor and leveled.
Prestart Checklist
1.
Read and understand “Important Safety Informa-
tion” beginning on page 0.
2.
Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
3.
Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubricated. Refer to Lubrication, “Maintenance and Lubri-
cation,” page 32.
4.
Check that all safety decals and reflectors are legible.
Replace if damaged. Refer to Safety Decals, “Impor-
tant Safety Information,” page 3.
5.
Inflate tires and tighten bolts as recommended in the
“Appendix,” page 39.
Attaching Planter to Tractor
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DANGER!
You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed between the tractor and planter. Do not stand or place any part of your body between planter and moving tractor. Stop tractor engine and set park brake before installing hitch pins.
1.
To prevent soil compaction on rows, set tractor wheels at 60 inches center to center. For hillsides and steep slopes, set tractor wheels as wide as possible for maximum stability.
2.
Adjust tractor lower links to maximize lifting height.
IMPORTANT: To keep the planter level, adjust tractor lower three-point links so they are even.
Set tractor sway blocks to minimize side sway. Position tractor lift control in float position.
3.
Back tractor up to planter. Align lower links with the lower hitch clevis on planter. Insert hitch pins and spacers supplied with planter according to the category of your tractor. Lock pins in place.
4.
Attach tractor top link to upper hitch clevis on planter.
• For Category II tractors, hitch tractor top link to lower holes in planter clevis.
• For Category II quick couplers and Category III tractors, hitch tractor top link to upper holes in planter clevis.
5.
Raise planter. Remove pins (1) holding parking stands and raise stands. Replace pins in lowest hole of each stand.
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Figure 1-1
Parking Stand.
Hydraulic Hose Hookup
Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets. Hoses that go to the same remote valve are marked with the same color.
Color
Orange
Hydraulic Function
Marker Cylinders
To distinguish hoses on the same hydraulic circuit, refer to plastic hose holder. See Figure 1-2. Hose under extended-cylinder symbol feeds cylinder base ends. Hose under retracted-cylinder symbol feeds cylinder rod ends.
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Hydraulic Hose Label
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Section 1 Preparation and Setup
Leveling Planter
The planter must be level for the row units to function correctly. Before leveling the planter check tire pressures as specified on Tire Inflation Chart, “Appendix,” page 39.
1.
Check that planter is level from side to side. If not, adjust lower links of tractor three point to level planter.
2.
After setting row units to the proper planting depth, park tractor and planter on level ground in the field.
Lower planter. If planter is level from front to back, the bottom of the frame tube will be parallel to the ground
(1). See Figure 1-4. If planter is not level, adjust upper link on tractor three point to level planter.
3.
Check that row-unit arms are parallel to the ground. If row-unit arms are not parallel, adjust gauge-wheel modules.
To find the amount of adjustment needed, measure the vertical distance between the front and rear pivot on the row-unit arms (2). See Figure 1-4. Adjust both gauge-wheel modules this amount.
To adjust the gauge-wheel modules, see Figure 1-3.
Raise planter and loosen jam nut (A) on wheel module.
• To lower the planter, turn the nut (B) at the opposite end of link counter-clockwise.
• To raise planter, turn nut (B) clockwise.
When finished adjusting, tighten jam nut.
Figure 1-3
Adjusting Gauge-Wheel Modules
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Level Planter Front to Rear
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Section 2 Operating Instructions
Section 2
Operating Instructions
This section covers general operating procedures. Experience, machine familiarity and the following information will lead to efficient operation and good working habits. Always operate farm machinery with safety in mind.
Prestart Checklist
1.
Carefully read “Important Safety Information,” beginning on page 0.
2.
Lubricate planter as indicated under Lubrication,
“Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 32.
3.
Check that planter tires are the correct size and properly inflated as indicated on Tire Inflation Chart, “Ap-
pendix,” page 40.
4.
Check all bolts, pins and fasteners. Torque as specified on Torque Values Chart, “Appendix,” page 39.
5.
Check the chains for proper tension and alignment as shown in Maintenance, “Maintenance and Lubrica-
tion,” page 28.
6.
Check planter for worn or damaged parts. Repair or replace before going to the field.
Field Operation
1.
Perform all checks listed on Prestart Checklist, this page.
2.
Hitch planter to a tractor with sufficient weight and horsepower. Refer to Tractor Requirements, “Specifi-
cations and Capacities,” page 38, and Attaching
Planter to Tractor, “Preparation and Setup,” page 7.
3.
Set and calibrate planting rate as explained under
Planting Rate, “Adjustments,” page 11.
4.
Clear seed hoppers of foreign objects. Load seed hoppers with clean seed. Add 1 teaspoon of graphite to each seed hopper. Replace hopper lids.
5.
Adjust down pressure on row units to match field conditions. Set row units to desired planting depth. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, “Adjustments,” page 20.
6.
Check if planter is level. Refer to Leveling Planter,
“Preparation and Setup,” page 8.
7.
Lower planter, pull forward and begin planting.
8.
Always raise planters for field turns. Meters will stop automatically as you raise planters.
Meter Clutches
To disengage seed- and chemical-hopper clutches, pull and rotate knobs until meters are disengaged. See Figure
2-1.
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Figure 2-1
Meter Clutch
To engage clutches, pull and rotate knobs until meters reengage.
Row Unit Operation
Never back up with row units in ground. If you do, check all openers to be sure none are clogged. Always lift planter out of ground when turning at ends of field rows and for other short-radius turns.
For information on planting-depth and down-pressure adjustments, refer to Row Unit Adjustments, “Adjust-
ments,” beginning on page 20.
Chemical Hoppers
The optional chemical hopper comes in two versions: one chemical meter or two chemical meters with a divider that separates the hopper into two compartments.
Before filling chemical hoppers, clean any foreign objects out of hoppers. To remove hopper from row unit, disengage meter clutch and undo over-center latch at front of hopper. See Figure 2-2.
Set and calibrate chemical-application rate as explained under Granular Chemical Rates, “Adjustments,” page 15.
Fill chemical hoppers and replace hopper lids before operating planter.
Periodically clean dirt and foreign objects out of chemical hoppers.
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Section 2 Operating Instructions
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Chemical Hopper
Marker Operation
Both markers can be raised simultaneously, but they only can be lowered one at a time, alternating from one side to the other.
If both markers are required down at the same time, run one marker down, momentarily start to raise it, reverse the hydraulic lever and lower the opposite marker. Holding the lever down then will force both markers down.
On open-centers tractor where the oil flow cannot be controlled, the rate of flow of oil from the tractor may be greater than the rate at which the marker cylinder can accept it.
The tractor hydraulic control lever will have to be held until the cylinder reaches the end of its stroke.
Transporting
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WARNING!
Towing the planter at high speeds can lead to loss of vehicle control. Loss of vehicle control can lead to serious road accidents, injury and death. Do not exceed 20 mph. To maintain steering control, you may need to add ballast to the tractor front end. To determine the amount of ballast required refer to your tractor’s operator manual.
Before transporting the planter, check and practice the following items.
1.
Check that planter is securely hitched to a sufficient tractor. Refer to Tractor Requirements, “Specifica-
tions and Capacities,” page 38 and Attaching Plant-
ers to Tractor, “Preparation and Setup,” page 7.
2.
Unload hoppers before transporting if at all possible.
The planter can be transported with full hoppers, but the added weight will increase stopping distance and decrease maneuverability.
3.
Check that tires are properly inflated. Refer to Tire
Inflation Chart, “Appendix,” page 40.
4.
Comply with all federal, state and local laws when traveling on public roads.
5.
Remember that the planter is wider than the tractor.
Allow safe clearance.
Parking
See also Storage, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 31, for information on long-term storage.
1.
Park planter on a level, solid area.
2.
Lower planter to the ground.
3.
Lower parking stands to the ground as shown in Figure 2-3. If ground is soft, place a board or plate under stands to increase contact area. Pin (1) stands in lowered position.
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Figure 2-3
Parking Stand
4.
Extend or retract tractor top link until top three-point pin is free. Remove pin.
5.
Remove pins from lower links.
6.
Disconnect any hydraulic hoses from tractor. Do not let hose ends rest on the ground.
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Section 3 Adjustments
Section 3
Adjustments
Planting Rate
Transmission Adjustment
To change the planting population, change the sprocket combination on the transmission.
1.
Refer to Planting Rates for Finger Pickup Corn
Meters, page 12, or Planting Rates for Brush Meters, page 13, for the proper sprocket combination for your desired planting population.
2.
Remove cover from transmission by loosening knob on cover. See Figure 3-1.
Checking Planting Population
After setting transmission, always field check planting population as follows.
1.
Release spring pressure on closing wheels or disks.
2.
Tie up closing disks or wheels to hopper support using a chain or heavy wire. Lock up optional Seed-Lok wheels.
3.
Adjust planting depth to a shallow setting.
4.
Plant at a normal speed for a short distance.
5.
For 30-inch rows, measure 17 feet 6 inches (one-thousandth of an acre).
6.
Count the number of seeds in one row over the measured distance.
7.
Multiply the number of seeds counted by 1000. This gives you total population.
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Figure 3-1
Planter Transmission
3.
Loosen carriage bolt and flange nut on idler plate. Rotate idler plate and move idlers out of chain.
4.
Remove chain. Place correct sprockets for desired planting rate on shafts. Store all unused sprockets on storage bracket.
5.
Reroute chain over idlers and sprockets.
6.
Turn idler plate counterclockwise to take up all but 1/4inch slack out of chain.
7.
Retighten carriage bolt and flange nut to secure idler plate.
8.
Replace transmission cover and hand tighten knob.
Example
• 30-inch row spacing
• Measure 17 feet 6 inches
• 24 seeds over measured distance in one row
24 X1000 = 24,000 plant population per acre
If the planting population is significantly different than desired, make the following checks.
• Double check the sprocket combination in the transmission. Refer to Planting Rates for Corn Meters, page 12, or Planting Rates for Brush Meters, page 13.
• Check air pressure in the gauge-wheel tires. Refer to
Tire Inflation Chart, “Appendix,” page 39.
• Check for meter malfunction. Refer to “Trouble-
shooting,” page 25.
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Section 3 Adjustments
Planting Rates for Finger Pickup Corn Meters
Drive
Driven
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Figure 3-2
Planter Transmission Driver and Driven Sprockets
Planting
Population/
Acre
19,550
20,093
20,922
21,692
21,828
22,493
22,632
23,355
23,467
23,565
16,074
16,668
17,313
17,971
13,228
16,674
18,739
19,323
Planting Rates 30-Inch Row Width
19
19
23
19
19
17
19
17
23
24
23
24
25
Transmission
Sprockets
Drive
17
Driven
28
17
17
19
17
27
26
28
25
27
28
26
27
28
25
24
28
23
27
24
26
23
Recommended Speed
Range (mph)
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
4 to 8
Average Seed
Spacing
(inches)
9.6
9.3
9.2
9.0
10.7
10.4
10.0
9.6
8.9
8.9
13.0
12.5
12.1
11.6
15.8
12.5
11.2
10.8
31,889
32,088
33,270
34,642
35,604
36,023
37,146
37,403
28,486
28,661
29,457
29,538
29,661
29,803
30,756
30,945
38,678
38,784
40,219
41,761
43,303
25,409
25,444
26,383
27,357
27,394
27,471
27,525
28,406
23,630
24,286
24,367
24,435
24,504
25,288
25,338
25,372
Planting Rates 30-Inch Row Width
Planting
Population/
Acre
28
24
25
23
26
28
27
23
25
19
28
27
25
24
28
27
28
26
27
28
26
24
27
25
27
23
28
27
23
24
25
26
Transmission
Sprockets
Drive
17
Driven
19
23
24
25
26
25
26
27
28
28
23
27
26
24
25
26
27
19
17
17
17
19
17
19
17
23
19
19
17
23
24
23
19
23
17
25
24
24
23
26
25
Recommended Speed
Range (mph)
Average Seed
Spacing
(inches)
3 to 5.5
3 to 5.5
3 to 5.5
3 to 5
3 to 5
3 to 5
3 to 5
3 to 5
4 to 6.5
4 to 6.5
4 to 6.5
4 to 6.5
4 to 6.5
4 to 6.5
3 to 6
3 to 6
3 to 4.5
3 to 4.5
3 to 4.5
3 to 4.5
3 to 4.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7
4 to 7
4 to 7
4 to 7
4 to 7
4 to 6.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7.5
4 to 7.5
5.9
5.8
5.6
5.6
6.6
6.5
6.3
6.0
5.4
5.4
5.2
5.0
4.8
7.0
7.0
6.8
6.8
7.3
7.3
7.1
7.1
7.6
7.6
7.6
7.4
8.2
8.2
7.9
7.6
8.5
8.3
8.3
8.2
8.8
8.6
8.6
8.6
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Section 3 Adjustments
Planting Rates for Brush Meters
Driven
19
17
19
19
24
19
23
19
19
17
17
17
23
23
17
24
25
27
23
26
27
19
26
28
24
28
23
28
27
24
23
25
28
27
26
28
Drive
25
23
26
27
28
23
28
24
28
26
27
28
24
25
19
27
24
26
23
27
24
17
24
26
19
23
19
24
19
17
17
19
17
17
17
19
Speed
Range
(mph)
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 7
2 to 7
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 7
2 to 7
2 to 7
2 to 7
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
Planting Rates 30-Inch Row Width
60 Cell
Soybean or
High Rate Milo/
Grain Sorghum
Planting
Population/
Acre
Average Seed
Spacing
(inches)
48 Cell
Specialty Soybean or
High Rate
Acid-delinted Cotton
Planting
Population/
Acre
Average Seed
Spacing
(inches)
36 Cell
Acid-delinted
Large Cotton
Planting
Population/
Acre
Average Seed
Spacing
(inches)
1.5
1.5
1.4
1.4
1.7
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.3
1.3
1.2
1.2
1.9
1.8
1.8
1.7
2.0
2.0
2.0
1.9
2.2
2.2
2.1
2.1
2.5
2.4
2.4
2.3
2.8
2.8
2.7
2.6
3.2
3.1
3.0
2.9
1.2
1.2
1.1
1.1
1.3
1.3
1.3
1.2
1.1
1.0
0.9
0.9
1.5
1.4
1.4
1.4
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.5
1.8
1.8
1.7
1.7
2.0
1.9
1.9
1.8
2.2
2.2
2.1
2.1
2.6
2.5
2.4
2.3
127,962
128,357
133,294
138,420
139,089
144,884
148,975
149,955
155,509
161,355
162,270
168,371
175,386
180,338
182,402
189,417
196,433
203,861
211,702
219,542
80,928
83,926
87,154
90,449
93,799
94,416
98,521
101,303
105,524
109,491
110,112
114,252
118,483
119,263
123,040
123,773
102,370
102,686
106,635
110,736
111,271
115,907
119,180
119,964
124,407
129,084
129,816
134,696
140,309
144,270
145,922
151,534
157,146
163,089
169,362
175,634
84,419
87,593
88,090
91,402
94,786
95,410
98,432
99,018
64,742
67,141
69,723
72,359
75,039
75,533
78,817
81,042
93,305
96,813
97,362
101,023
105,232
108,233
109,441
113,650
76,772
77,014
79,976
83,052
83,453
86,930
89,385
89,973
117,860
122,317
127,021
131,725
63,314
65,695
66,067
68,551
71,090
71,558
73,824
74,264
48,557
50,356
52,292
54,269
56,279
56,650
59,113
60,782
2.0
1.9
1.9
1.8
2.2
2.2
2.1
2.1
1.8
1.7
1.6
1.6
2.5
2.4
2.3
2.3
2.7
2.7
2.6
2.5
2.9
2.9
2.8
2.8
3.3
3.2
3.2
3.0
3.7
3.7
3.5
3.4
4.3
4.2
4.0
3.9
30 Cell
Milo/Grain Sorghum or
Acid-delinted Cotton
2.6
2.5
2.4
2.3
2.8
2.8
2.7
2.6
3.1
3.0
3.0
2.9
3.4
3.4
3.3
3.3
Average Seed
Spacing
(inches)
5.2
5.0
4.8
4.6
4.5
4.4
3.8
3.7
3.5
3.5
4.2
4.1
4.0
3.8
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.1
2.0
1.9
74,488
74,978
77,755
80,678
81,135
84,185
87,693
90,169
61,520
61,886
63,981
64,178
66,647
69,210
69,544
72,442
Planting
Population/
Acre
40,464
41,963
43,577
45,225
46,900
47,208
49,261
50,652
52,762
54,746
55,056
57,126
59,242
59,631
91,201
94,709
98,216
101,930
105,851
109,771
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Section 3 Adjustments
Brush Meters, Cotton Discs
Meters equipped with the 12-cell, acid-delinted, hill-drop cotton discs will plant 3 to 6 seeds per cell because of variations in cotton seed size.
Determine which hill spacing is desired and select the transmission ratio that is closest to that hill spacing on chart.
To determine the average seeds per hill and hills per acre do the following field check:
1.
Measure 1/1000 of an acre. (1/1000 acre = length of row 17’5” for 30” widths).
2.
Multiply the average seed per hill by hills per acre.
Example:
4 seeds per hill x (13 hills x 1000) = 52,000
25
23
26
27
28
23
28
24
28
26
27
28
Planting Rates 30-Inch Row Width
12 Cell
Hill-drop Cotton, Acid-delinted
Transmission
Sprockets
Speed
Range
(mph)
Hills/Acre
Drive Driven
Average Hill
Spacing
(inches)
19
17
19
19
24
19
23
19
19
17
17
17
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 7
2 to 7
2 to 7
2 to 7
2 to 7
2 to 7
31,102
32,271
32,454
33,674
35,077
36,068
36,480
37,883
39,287
40,772
42,340
43,908
6.0
5.8
5.7
5.5
6.7
6.5
6.5
6.2
5.3
5.1
4.9
4.8
Planting Rates 30-Inch Row Width
12 Cell
Hill-drop Cotton, Acid-delinted
Transmission
Sprockets
Speed
Range
(mph)
Hills/Acre
Drive Driven
Average Hill
Spacing
(inches)
27
19
26
28
24
28
23
28
27
24
23
25
28
27
26
28
23
23
17
24
25
27
23
26
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
2 to 8
24
17
24
26
19
23
19
24
19
17
17
19
17
17
17
19
24
25
19
27
24
26
23
27
21,105
21,898
22,022
22,850
23,697
23,853
24,608
24,755
16,186
16,785
17,431
18,090
18,760
18,883
19,704
20,261
25,592
25,671
26,659
27,684
27,818
28,977
29,795
29,991
8.8
8.8
8.5
8.4
9.9
9.5
9.5
9.2
12.9
12.5
12.0
11.6
11.1
11.1
10.6
10.3
7.5
7.2
7.0
7.0
8.2
8.1
7.8
7.6
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Section 3 Adjustments
Granular Chemical Rates
The chemical-application rate is determined by:
• the size of the opening on the chemical meter and
• ground speed.
Application rates will also vary with chemical consistency, air temperature and humidity. Because of the wide variability in application rates, field check the actual rate of application for each meter.
!
WARNING!
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous if not selected and handled with care. Always read and follow directions supplied by the chemical manufacturer.
To adjust the chemical rate:
1.
Select a meter setting as a starting point.
• If the chemical manufacturer recommends ounces per
1000 linear row feet or pounds per acre for a given band width and row spacing, use the recommended meter setting as a starting point.
• If the chemical manufacturer recommends pounds per acre for complete (broadcast) coverage, calculate the pounds per acre for your band width and row area.
Refer to Conversion from Broadcast to Row Cover-
age, page 15.
• If the meter setting is not available from the chemical manufacturer, use Granular Chemical Rate Charts starting on page 16. The charts are approximate. Use these charts as a starting point for setting the meter.
2.
Turn meter knob until the display shows the correct number. See Figure 3-3.
3.
Fill the hoppers with chemical.
4.
Attach a plastic bag to each chemical diffuser.
5.
Drive 500 feet at a normal planting speed.
6.
Weigh the contents of the bag in ounces.
7.
Multiply weight by 2.2 to determine the pounds per acre.
8.
If necessary, adjust the meter setting and repeat steps.
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Figure 3-3
Meter Knob
Conversion from Broadcast to Row Coverage
If the chemical manufacturer recommends pounds per acre for complete (broadcast) coverage, reduce the pounds per acre rate to match for your band width and row area. Use the following formula to find the pounds per acre for your band width and row spacing.
A X B/C = Pounds per Acre Application Rate
Where:
A = Recommended rate in pounds per acre for complete
(broadcast) coverage
B = Band width in inches
C = Row spacing in inches
NOTE: Measure the actual band width applied in your conditions and use this width in your calculations.
Example
The chemical manufacturer recommends 20 pounds per acre for complete broadcast coverage. The band width is 14 inches. The row spacing is 30 inches.
A = 20
B = 14
C = 30
20 x 14/30 = 9.3 pounds per acre
Turn meter knob to setting recommended for 9.3
pounds per acre.
IMPORTANT: If the metering rate differs significantly between rows, recalibrate the meters. Refer to
Recalibrating Chemical Meter, page 19.
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Section 3 Adjustments
Granular Chemical Rate Charts
Clay Granules, Herbicide
14914
38
39
40
41
34
35
36
37
30
31
32
33
26
27
28
29
46
47
48
49
50
42
43
44
45
22
23
24
25
18
19
20
21
14
15
16
17
10
11
12
13
Clay Granules Herbicide Rate Chart
30-Inch Row Width
Pounds per Acre
miles per hour
Ounces per 1000 Row Ft.
miles per hour
9.1
9.5
9.9
10.3
10.7
11.2
11.6
12.0
7.3
7.8
8.2
8.6
5.6
6.0
6.5
6.9
3.9
4.3
4.8
5.2
2.5
2.8
3.2
3.6
4
0.9
1.1
1.3
1.6
1.9
2.1
12.4
12.8
13.2
13.6
14.0
14.4
14.8
15.2
15.6
16.0
16.3
7.2
7.4
7.7
8.0
6.0
6.3
6.6
6.9
4.9
5.2
5.5
5.7
3.7
4.0
4.3
4.6
2.6
2.9
3.2
3.4
1.6
1.9
2.1
2.4
6
0.6
0.7
0.9
1.1
1.2
1.4
8.3
8.5
8.8
9.1
9.3
9.6
9.8
10.1
10.4
10.6
10.9
5.4
5.6
5.8
6.0
4.5
4.7
5.0
5.2
3.7
3.9
4.1
4.3
2.8
3.0
3.2
3.4
2.0
2.2
2.4
2.6
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
8
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
1.1
7.0
7.2
7.4
7.6
6.2
6.4
6.6
6.8
7.8
8.0
8.2
8.31
8.71
9.10
9.48
9.87
10.25
10.62
11.00
5.14
5.53
5.93
6.33
6.72
7.12
7.52
7.92
2.27
2.59
2.92
3.26
3.62
3.99
4.37
4.75
4
0.87
1.03
1.22
1.45
1.70
1.97
11.37
11.74
12.11
12.47
12.84
13.20
13.56
13.92
14.28
14.65
15.01
5.54
5.80
6.06
6.32
6.58
6.83
7.08
7.33
3.43
3.69
3.95
4.22
4.48
4.75
5.01
5.28
1.51
1.72
1.94
2.17
2.41
2.66
2.91
3.17
6
0.58
0.69
0.82
0.97
1.13
1.32
7.58
7.83
8.07
8.32
8.56
8.80
9.04
9.28
9.52
9.76
10.01
4.16
4.35
4.55
4.74
4.93
5.12
5.31
5.50
2.57
2.77
2.96
3.16
3.36
3.56
3.76
3.96
1.14
1.29
1.46
1.63
1.81
1.99
2.18
2.37
8
0.43
0.51
0.61
0.72
0.85
0.99
5.69
5.87
6.05
6.24
6.42
6.60
6.78
6.96
7.14
7.32
7.51
79
80
81
82
75
76
77
78
71
72
73
74
67
68
69
70
87
88
89
90
83
84
85
86
63
64
65
66
59
60
61
62
55
56
57
58
51
52
53
54
Clay Granules Herbicide Rate Chart
30-Inch Row Width
Pounds per Acre
miles per hour
18.5
18.9
19.3
19.8
20.3
20.7
21.2
21.7
15.4
15.7
16.1
16.4
16.8
17.2
17.6
18.0
22.2
22.7
23.3
23.8
24.3
24.9
25.4
26.0
26.5
27.1
12.8
13.1
13.4
13.7
14.0
14.4
14.7
15.0
6
11.2
11.4
11.7
12.0
12.3
12.5
27.7
28.3
29.0
29.7
30.4
31.1
31.8
32.6
23.0
23.6
24.1
24.7
25.2
25.8
26.4
27.0
33.3
34.1
34.9
35.7
36.5
37.3
38.1
38.9
39.8
40.6
19.2
19.7
20.1
20.6
21.1
21.5
22.0
22.5
4
16.7
17.2
17.6
18.0
18.4
18.8
13.8
14.2
14.5
14.8
15.2
15.5
15.9
16.3
11.5
11.8
12.1
12.3
12.6
12.9
13.2
13.5
16.7
17.0
17.4
17.8
18.2
18.6
19.1
19.5
19.9
20.3
9.6
9.8
10.1
10.3
10.5
10.8
11.0
11.3
8
8.4
8.6
8.8
9.0
9.2
9.4
Ounces per 1000 Row Ft.
miles per hour
16.95
17.34
17.75
18.17
18.60
19.03
19.48
19.94
14.10
14.43
14.76
15.10
15.45
15.81
16.18
16.56
20.40
20.87
21.35
21.84
22.33
22.83
23.33
23.84
24.35
24.87
11.78
12.05
12.32
12.60
12.89
13.18
13.48
13.79
6
10.25
10.50
10.75
11.00
11.26
11.52
12.71
13.01
13.31
13.63
13.95
14.28
14.61
14.95
10.58
10.82
11.07
11.33
11.59
11.86
12.13
12.42
15.30
15.65
16.01
16.38
16.75
17.12
17.50
17.88
18.27
18.65
8.83
9.04
9.24
9.45
9.67
9.89
10.11
10.34
8
7.69
7.87
8.06
8.25
8.44
8.64
25.42
26.02
26.63
27.25
27.90
28.55
29.22
29.90
21.16
21.64
22.14
22.65
23.18
23.72
24.27
24.84
30.60
31.31
32.03
32.76
33.50
34.25
35.00
35.76
36.53
37.30
17.67
18.07
18.48
18.90
19.33
19.77
20.22
20.68
4
15.38
15.75
16.12
16.50
16.88
17.27
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Section 3 Adjustments
Granular Chemical Rate Charts
Clay Granules, Insecticide
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37
38
39
40
33
34
35
36
29
30
31
32
25
26
27
28
45
46
47
48
41
42
43
44
49
50
21
22
23
24
17
18
19
20
13
14
15
16
10
11
12
Clay Granules Insecticide Rate Chart
30-Inch Row Width
9.9
10.4
10.9
11.3
11.8
12.3
12.7
13.2
7.8
8.3
8.8
9.3
5.6
6.1
6.7
7.2
3.6
4.1
4.6
5.1
2.0
2.3
2.7
3.1
4
0.9
1.0
1.2
1.4
1.6
13.6
14.0
14.4
14.8
15.2
15.6
16.0
16.3
16.7
17.0
17.4
17.8
Pounds per Acre
miles per hour
7.9
8.2
8.5
8.8
6.6
6.9
7.2
7.6
5.2
5.5
5.9
6.2
3.7
4.1
4.5
4.8
2.4
2.7
3.1
3.4
1.3
1.5
1.8
2.1
6
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
1.1
9.1
9.3
9.6
9.9
10.1
10.4
10.6
10.9
11.1
11.4
11.6
11.8
5.9
6.1
6.4
6.6
4.9
5.2
5.4
5.7
3.9
4.1
4.4
4.7
2.8
3.1
3.3
3.6
1.8
2.0
2.3
2.5
1.0
1.2
1.4
1.6
8
0.5
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
7.6
7.8
8.0
8.2
6.8
7.0
7.2
7.4
8.3
8.5
8.7
8.9
Ounces per 1000 Row Ft.
miles per hour
9.05
9.51
9.97
10.41
10.85
11.27
11.69
12.09
5.16
5.64
6.14
6.63
7.12
7.61
8.10
8.58
1.79
2.12
2.49
2.88
3.31
3.75
4.20
4.68
4
0.85
0.92
1.06
1.25
1.50
12.48
12.87
13.24
13.60
13.96
14.31
14.65
14.99
15.32
15.65
15.98
16.30
6.03
6.34
6.65
6.94
7.23
7.52
7.79
8.06
3.44
3.76
4.09
4.42
4.75
5.07
5.40
5.72
1.19
1.42
1.66
1.92
2.20
2.50
2.80
3.12
6
0.57
0.61
0.71
0.84
1.00
8.32
8.58
8.83
9.07
9.31
9.54
9.77
9.99
10.21
10.43
10.65
10.87
4.52
4.76
4.98
5.21
5.42
5.64
5.84
6.05
2.58
2.82
3.07
3.31
3.56
3.81
4.05
4.29
0.90
1.06
1.24
1.44
1.65
1.87
2.10
2.34
8
0.42
0.46
0.53
0.63
0.75
6.24
6.43
6.62
6.80
6.98
7.15
7.33
7.49
7.66
7.82
7.99
8.15
78
79
80
81
74
75
76
77
70
71
72
73
66
67
68
69
86
87
88
89
90
82
83
84
85
62
63
64
65
58
59
60
61
54
55
56
57
51
52
53
Clay Granules Insecticide Rate Chart
30-Inch Row Width
28.0
28.6
29.3
30.0
30.8
31.5
32.2
33.0
23.4
23.9
24.4
25.0
25.5
26.1
26.7
27.3
19.9
20.3
20.7
21.1
21.6
22.0
22.4
22.9
4
18.1
18.5
18.8
19.2
19.6
33.8
34.6
35.4
36.2
37.0
37.8
38.6
39.4
40.2
40.9
41.7
Pounds per Acre
miles per hour
18.7
19.1
19.6
20.0
20.5
21.0
21.5
22.0
15.6
15.9
16.3
16.6
17.0
17.4
17.8
18.2
13.3
13.5
13.8
14.1
14.4
14.7
15.0
15.3
6
12.1
12.3
12.5
12.8
13.0
22.5
23.1
23.6
24.1
24.7
25.2
25.7
26.3
26.8
27.3
27.8
14.0
14.3
14.7
15.0
15.4
15.7
16.1
16.5
11.7
11.9
12.2
12.5
12.8
13.1
13.4
13.7
10.0
10.2
10.4
10.6
10.8
11.0
11.2
11.5
8
9.1
9.2
9.4
9.6
9.8
16.9
17.3
17.7
18.1
18.5
18.9
19.3
19.7
20.1
20.5
20.8
Ounces per 1000 Row Ft.
miles per hour
25.69
26.30
26.93
27.58
28.24
28.92
29.61
30.32
21.48
21.94
22.42
22.92
23.44
23.97
24.52
25.10
4
16.63
16.95
17.29
17.62
17.96
18.31
18.66
19.03
19.40
19.79
20.19
20.61
21.04
31.03
31.76
32.49
33.23
33.97
34.71
35.44
36.17
36.88
37.58
38.25
17.13
17.53
17.95
18.38
18.83
19.28
19.74
20.21
14.32
14.63
14.95
15.28
15.62
15.98
16.35
16.73
6
11.08
11.30
11.52
11.75
11.97
12.21
12.44
12.69
12.94
13.19
13.46
13.74
14.02
20.69
21.17
21.66
22.15
22.65
23.14
23.63
24.11
24.59
25.05
25.50
12.84
13.15
13.46
13.79
14.12
14.46
14.81
15.16
10.74
10.97
11.21
11.46
11.72
11.99
12.26
12.55
9.15
9.33
9.51
9.70
9.90
10.10
10.30
10.52
8
8.31
8.48
8.64
8.81
8.98
15.52
15.88
16.25
16.62
16.99
17.35
17.72
18.08
18.44
18.79
19.13
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Granular Chemical Rate Charts
Sand Granules, Herbicide and Insecticide
32
33
34
35
28
29
30
31
24
25
26
27
20
21
22
23
40
41
42
43
36
37
38
39
44
45
16
17
18
19
12
13
14
15
8
9
10
11
5
6
7
Sand Granules Chemical Rate Chart
30-Inch Row Width
20.6
21.9
23.2
24.5
25.8
27.2
28.5
29.9
11.4
12.4
13.5
14.6
15.8
16.9
18.1
19.4
4.5
5.2
6.0
6.8
7.6
8.5
9.4
10.4
4
1.7
2.2
2.7
3.3
3.9
31.3
32.6
34.0
35.4
36.7
38.1
39.4
40.7
42.0
43.3
44.6
45.9
Pounds per Acre
miles per hour
13.7
14.6
15.5
16.3
17.2
18.1
19.0
19.9
7.6
8.3
9.0
9.7
10.5
11.3
12.1
12.9
5.1
5.7
6.3
6.9
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
6
1.1
1.4
1.8
2.2
2.6
20.8
21.8
22.7
23.6
24.5
25.4
26.3
27.1
28.0
28.9
29.7
30.6
10.3
11.0
11.6
12.3
12.9
13.6
14.3
14.9
7.9
8.5
9.1
9.7
5.7
6.2
6.7
7.3
3.8
4.2
4.7
5.2
2.3
2.6
3.0
3.4
8
0.8
1.1
1.3
1.6
1.9
15.6
16.3
17.0
17.7
18.4
19.0
19.7
20.4
21.0
21.7
22.3
22.9
Ounces per 1000 Row Ft.
miles per hour
18.94
20.11
21.30
22.51
23.73
24.97
26.21
27.45
10.45
11.41
12.39
13.41
14.47
15.55
16.65
17.78
4.17
4.82
5.50
6.23
7.00
7.80
8.65
9.53
4
1.53
1.98
2.47
3.00
3.56
28.71
29.96
31.21
32.46
33.71
34.95
36.17
37.39
38.60
39.79
40.97
42.13
12.62
13.41
14.20
15.01
15.82
16.64
17.47
18.30
6.97
7.60
8.26
8.94
9.64
10.36
11.10
11.86
2.78
3.21
3.67
4.15
4.66
5.20
5.77
6.35
6
1.02
1.32
1.65
2.00
2.38
19.14
19.97
20.81
21.64
22.47
23.30
24.12
24.93
25.73
26.53
27.31
28.08
9.47
10.06
10.65
11.26
11.87
12.48
13.10
13.73
5.23
5.70
6.20
6.71
7.23
7.77
8.33
8.89
2.08
2.41
2.75
3.12
3.50
3.90
4.32
4.77
8
0.76
0.99
1.23
1.50
1.78
14.35
14.98
15.61
16.23
16.85
17.47
18.09
18.70
19.30
19.90
20.48
21.06
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74
75
76
77
70
71
72
73
66
67
68
69
62
63
64
65
82
83
84
85
78
79
80
81
58
59
60
61
54
55
56
57
50
51
52
53
46
47
48
49
Sand Granules Chemical Rate Chart
30-Inch Row Width
Pounds per Acre
miles per hour
46.8
47.5
48.2
49.0
49.8
50.6
51.5
52.5
41.5
42.2
42.8
43.5
44.1
44.7
45.4
46.1
53.5
54.6
55.7
57.0
58.3
59.8
61.4
63.1
64.9
66.8
36.1
36.8
37.5
38.2
38.9
39.6
40.2
40.9
6
31.4
32.2
33.0
33.8
34.6
35.3
70.1
71.2
72.3
73.5
74.7
75.9
77.3
78.7
62.3
63.3
64.2
65.2
66.1
67.1
68.1
69.1
80.2
81.9
83.6
85.5
87.5
89.7
92.0
94.6
97.3
100.3
54.1
55.2
56.3
57.3
58.3
59.4
60.3
61.3
4
47.1
48.3
49.5
50.7
51.9
53.0
35.1
35.6
36.2
36.7
37.3
38.0
38.6
39.4
31.1
31.6
32.1
32.6
33.1
33.6
34.0
34.5
40.1
40.9
41.8
42.7
43.8
44.8
46.0
47.3
48.7
50.1
27.1
27.6
28.1
28.7
29.2
29.7
30.2
30.7
8
23.6
24.2
24.8
25.4
25.9
26.5
Ounces per 1000 Row Ft.
miles per hour
42.93
43.58
44.26
44.97
45.71
46.49
47.31
48.19
38.14
38.73
39.31
39.90
40.49
41.08
41.69
42.30
49.12
50.12
51.19
52.34
53.58
54.91
56.35
57.90
59.57
61.38
33.13
33.80
34.45
35.09
35.72
36.34
36.94
37.54
6
28.85
29.59
30.33
31.05
31.76
32.45
64.40
65.38
66.39
67.45
68.56
69.73
70.96
72.28
57.21
58.09
58.97
59.85
60.73
61.62
62.53
63.45
73.68
75.18
76.78
78.51
80.36
82.36
84.52
86.85
89.36
92.07
49.70
50.70
51.68
52.64
53.58
54.50
55.42
56.32
4
43.27
44.39
45.49
46.58
47.64
48.68
32.20
32.69
33.20
33.72
34.28
34.86
35.48
36.14
28.60
29.05
29.48
29.92
30.37
30.81
31.26
31.73
36.84
37.59
38.39
39.25
40.18
41.18
42.26
43.42
44.68
46.03
24.85
25.35
25.84
26.32
26.79
27.25
27.71
28.16
8
21.63
22.20
22.75
23.29
23.82
24.34
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Section 3 Adjustments
Recalibrating Granular Chemical Meters
If the metering rate differs significantly between rows, recalibrate the meters.
Refer to Figure 3-4.
1.
Remove and empty hopper. Turn hopper upside down.
2.
Turn hopper knob (1) to 10.
3.
Loosen screws (2) in metering gate.
4.
Insert calibration tool (3).
5.
Readjust knob to 04.
6.
Slide gate (4) to tool.
7.
Retighten screws. Reinstall hoppers, refill and recheck chemical-application rate.
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Recalibrating Meter
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Meter Drive Adjustments
The meter clutch and meter-input shaft must be aligned.
Misalignment will cause meter malfunction and excessive meter-housing wear. Periodically check vertical and horizontal alignment of meter clutch and meter-input shaft.
Refer to Figure 3-5.
1.
Latch hopper onto hopper support.
2.
Check that roll pin (1) in end of the meter-input shaft is centered. When centered, equal amounts of the roll pin will protrude from both sides of the shaft.
3.
Rotate meter-input shaft so that roll pin is vertical.
4.
Rotate the drive coupler (2) on meter clutch so that the slots are vertical.
5.
Release meter clutch to engage meter-input shaft.
6.
If shafts are aligned vertically, the drive coupler will engage with meter-input shaft freely and the roll pin will extend equally on each side of the drive coupler. Disengage the clutch and repeat steps, checking for horizontal alignment.
Row Unit Adjustments
Down Pressure
Springs provide the down pressure necessary for opener disks to open a seed trench. The springs allow the row unit to float down into depressions and up over obstructions.
You can adjust down pressure individually for each row unit. Use only enough down pressure to cut the seed trench and maintain proper soil-firming over seed. Excessive down pressure will lead to premature wear on rowunit components.
To adjust, lift T-handle shown in Figure 3-6.
• Move T-handle back to increase spring pressure.
• Move T-handle ahead toward tractor to decrease spring pressure.
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Figure 3-5
Vertical Alignment
7.
If drive coupler does not freely engage meter-input shaft vertically or horizontally, loosen 5/16-inch nuts
(3) shown in Figure 3-5. Engage meter clutch. Align meter clutch with meter-input shaft.
8.
Tighten 5/16-inch nuts to torque values listed on
Torque Values Chart, “Appendix,” page 39.
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Figure 3-6
Row Unit Spring Adjustment
Refer to the charts below for the amount of spring pressure at the opener for each spring setting.
Down Pressure Charts
Medium-Duty Spring Package Pounds Pressure
First Holes (Closest to Tractor)
Second Holes
85
100
Third Holes
Fourth Holes
Fifth Holes (Closest to Hopper)
115
135
155
Heavy-Duty Spring Package
First Holes (Closest to Tractor)
Second Holes
Third Holes
Fourth Holes
Fifth Holes (Closest to Hopper)
Pounds Pressure
155
175
205
225
245
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Section 3 Adjustments
Coulter Depth
Optional coulters allow the row unit to penetrate tough ground conditions. Adjust coulters to run at the same depth as the opener disks.
1.
To adjust coulter depth, loosen 3/4-inch jam nut (1) and 3/4-by-3-inch hex bolt (2). See Figure 3-7.
2.
By turning cam hex (3), rotate cam casting to the desired height. Each notch represents about 1/4 inch of depth.
3.
Torque bolt and jam nut to values recommended on
Torque Values Chart, “Appendix,” page 39.
Side Gauge Wheels
The side gauge wheels have two, interrelated adjustments:
• angle of side gauge wheel, and
• distance between side gauge wheel and opener disk.
Side Gauge
Wheel
Opener
Disks
Side Gauge
Wheel
Incorrect Correct
Figure 3-9
Side Gauge Wheels
Adjust side-gauge-wheel angle so the wheels contact the opener disks between 4 and 8 o’clock.
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Figure 3-7
Row Unit Mounted Coulter
Opener Seeding Depth
Seeding depth is controlled by gauge wheels mounted on the sides of the opener disks.
To adjust seeding depth:
1.
Raise planter to remove weight from side gauge wheels.
2.
Raise and move T-handle shown in Figure 3-8.
• Move T-handle forward for deeper seeding depth.
• Move T-handle back for shallower seeding depth.
3.
Move T-handles on all row units to the same location.
8:00
4:00
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Figure 3-10
Wheel-to-Disk Contact Area
At the same time, keep the side gauge wheels close to the opener disks so openers do not plug with soil or trash but far enough out so the disks and wheels turn freely.
To adjust side gauge wheels:
1.
Raise implement slightly to remove weight from side gauge wheels.
2.
Loosen hex-head bolt. Move wheel and arm out on oring bushing. See Figure 3-11.
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Figure 3-8
Opener Depth Adjustment
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Section 3 Adjustments
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Figure 3-11
Loosen Hex-Head Bolt
3.
Loosen pivot bolt. Turn hex adjuster so roll pin (1) is at
1 o’clock. Use this as the starting point for adjustment.
1 x 12 Closing Wheel Option
The closing wheels can be adjusted for down pressure, alignment and offset.
Down Pressure. Adjust the closing wheel so it has enough
down force to close the seed trench without unnecessary compaction.
Start with T-handle in first notch. See Figure 3-13. If the seed trench does not close, move handle to next notch and try again. Keep moving handle back just until the seed trench closes.
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Starting Point
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Figure 3-12
Turn Hex Adjuster
4.
Move wheel arm in so side gauge wheel contacts opener disk. Tighten hex-head bolt to clamp arm around bushing and shank.
5.
Check the wheel-to-disk contact. Lift wheel and arm.
When let go, the wheel should fall freely.
• If wheel does not contact disk from 4 to 8 o’clock, move hex adjuster until wheel is angled for proper contact with disk.
• If wheel does not fall freely, loosen hex-head bolt and slide wheel arm out just until wheel and arm move freely. Retighten hex-head bolt.
6.
Keep turning hex adjuster and moving wheel arm until the wheel is adjusted properly. When satisfied, tighten pivot bolt to 110 foot-pounds.
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Figure 3-13
Closing Wheel Down Pressure
Alignment. If one closing wheel is running in the seed
trench or closing wheels are not centered over the seed trench, adjust closing wheels as follows.
1.
Raise planter slightly to remove weight from closing wheels.
7.
Loosen two 1/2-inch mounting bolts (1) shown in Figure 3-14.
8.
Turn adjuster cam (2) left or right to center wheels over the seed trench.
9.
Torque 1/2-inch mounting bolts as recommended on
Torque Value Chart, “Appendix,” page 39.
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Section 3 Adjustments
Offset. The closing wheels can be offset to help prevent
trash from plugging the closing wheels.
To offset the closing wheels:
1.
Raise planter slightly to remove weight from closing wheels.
2.
Remove 5/8-inch bolt attaching wheel to press-wheel arm. See Figure 3-15.
3.
Move closing wheel to rear mounting hole and reattach with 5/8-inch bolt. Torque bolt as recommended on
Torque Values Chart, “Appendix,” page 39.
Seed-Lok Lock Up
Optional Seed-Lok firming wheels provide additional seed-to-soil contact. The wheels are spring loaded and do not require adjusting. In some wet and sticky conditions the wheels may accumulate soil.
To lock up the firming wheels in wet conditions, raise planter. Push lock-up handle (1) on top of row-unit body up into position shown in Figure 3-17. Push up on firming wheel
(2) until wheel arm latches up.
To unlock firming wheels, turn lock-up handle back to its
90-degree position.
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Figure 3-15
Closing Wheel Offset
If the closing wheels are not offset, mount wheels in the front holes of press-wheel arm.
Closing Disk Option
For proper seed-to-soil contact, the closing disks must have enough down pressure to close the seed trench without unnecessary soil compaction.
To adjust down pressure on closing disks, ratchet spring cam to next cam height by turning head of support bolt (1) clockwise. Refer to Figure 3-16.
Figure 3-16
Closing Disk and Tube Holes
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Figure 3-17
Seed-Lok Lock Up
NOTE: Side gauge wheel is removed in Figure 3-17 for clarity.
Marker Adjustments
!
WARNING!
Pinching and crushing hazard. The moving markers could pinch or crush bystanders. Never allow anyone near the planter when cycling the markers. Reduce marker folding speed to a safe speed.
!
WARNING!
Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin. Check all hydraulic lines and hoses before applying pressure. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible. Use paper or cardboard, not body parts, to check for suspected leaks. If injured, seek medical assistance from a doctor that is familiar with this type of injury. Foreign fluids in the tissue must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene will result.
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Section 3 Adjustments
Folding Speed
The marker hydraulic system is equipped with needle valves to control how fast each marker operates. The needle valves are built into the sequence valve body. There are two hex adjustment heads, one for controlling marker speed up and one for controlling marker speed down.
Excessive folding speeds can cause marker damage.
With the tractor engine at an operating rpm, loosen jam nut and adjust the needle valve to limit the marker to a safe operating speed. Make sure all adjustments are made with warm oil. Fold the marker up and down a few times and recheck for pinching and kinking of hoses.
Figure 3-18
Flow Control Raise/Lower
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IMPORTANT: JIC fittings do not require high torque.
JIC and O-Ring fittings do not require sealant. Always use liquid pipe sealant when adding or replacing pipe-thread fittings. To avoid possible danger of cracking hydraulic fittings from over tightening, do not use plastic sealant tape.
Marker Width
Refer to Figure 3-19.
To adjust marker width, loosen the marker tube u-bolt (1) and slide marker tube in or out to dimension A. After adjusting, retighten u-bolt.
Dimension A is measured from the center line of the planter to the marker disk. The dimensions provided are approximate. After adjusting, field check the actual dimension.
For 6-row, 30 inch rows, A = 180 inches.
For 8-row, 30 inch rows, A = 240 inches.
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Figure 3-19
Marker Disk Adjustment
Disk Adjustments
The mark left by the marker disk may be changed by two methods.
Refer to Figure 3-20.
1.
Disk Angle
To change the angle of cut, loosen bolts (1), rotate disk assembly and retighten bolts.
2.
Direction of Cut
The disk may be mounted to throw dirt in or out, making different marks in different soil conditions. To change the direction of cut: a.
Reverse depth band (2) and blade (3) by remounting the four lug bolts on the disk hub.
b.
Reverse angle of assembly by removing the adjustment bolts (1) and turning the spindle assembly (4) one half turn. Reinstall and tighten all bolts.
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Figure 3-20
Marker Disk Adjustments
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Section 4 Troubleshooting
Section 4
Troubleshooting
Problem
One row not planting seed.
Meter not engaging properly.
Row unit is skipping.
Planting too many doubles.
Over planting.
Under planting.
Possible Cause and Solution
Seed meter not engaged. Refer to Field Operation, “Operating Instructions,” page 9.
Check for foreign material in hopper. Clean hopper and finger-pickup mechanism.
Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 28.
Check that seed hopper is full of seed.
Check if drive chain for row unit is off of sprocket or broken. Replace chains as necessary.
Check that meter-input shaft is aligned with meter-clutch shaft. Refer to Meter
Drive Adjustments, “Adjustments,” page 20.
Check for foreign material or obstruction in meter. Inspect and clean meter.
Check that adjustment nut in meter is adjusted between 22 and 25 inch-pounds.
Tighten if necessary. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrica-
tion,” page 28.
Check tension on finger pickup. Tighten if necessary.
Check for broken meter fingers. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and
Lubrication,” page 28.
Consider your planting speed. Increase planting speed to within recommended range. For correct speed, refer to Planting Rate Charts, “Adjustments,” beginning on page 12.
Consider your planting speed. Decrease planting speed to within recommended range. For correct speed, refer to Planting Rate Charts, “Adjustments,” beginning on page 12.
Check that adjustment nut in meter is adjusted between 22 and 25 inch-pounds.
Tighten if necessary. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrica-
tion,” page 28.
Check brush in seed meter for wear. Inspect and replace if necessary. Refer to
Finger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 28.
Check carrier plate in seed meter for wear. Inspect and replace if necessary. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 28.
Check if belt in seed meter is installed backward. Remove and install correctly.
Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 28.
Check for weak springs in finger-pickup meter. Replace is necessary. Refer to Fin-
ger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 28.
Spring not properly installed. Remove finger from seed meter and correct. Refer to
Finger Pickup Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 28.
Seed belt catching or dragging. Replace belt. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, “Main-
tenance and Lubrication,” page 28.
Brush dislodging seed. Replace brush. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, “Mainte-
nance and Lubrication,” page 28.
Low population count with brush meter.
Meter rpms too high. Reduce planting speed.
Lack of lubrication causing seeds not to release from seed disc properly. Use graphite as recommended.
Seed size too large for seed disc being used.Switch to smaller seed or use proper seed disc. See Brush-Type Meter, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 29.
Seed treatment buildup in brush meter. Reduce amount of treatment used and/or thoroughly mix treatment with seed.
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Problem
Low count at low rpms and higher count at higher rpms with brush meter.
Possible Cause and Solution
Foreign material lodged in upper retaining brush. Remove seed disc and remove foreign material from between brush holder and bristles. Clean with compressed air.
Low count at higher rpms and normal count at low rpms with brush meter.
Worn upper retaining brush. Replace brush.
Seed disc worn in agitation groove area. Replace seed disc.
High population count with brush meter.
Seed size too small for seed disc. Switch to larger seed or proper seed disc.
Incorrect transmission setting. Check planting-rate charts and reset transmission if necessary.
Upper retaining brush laid back on brush meter.
Irregular or incorrect seed spacing.
Upper brush too wide (fanned out) for small seed size. Replace upper brush.
Seed treatment buildup on brush. Remove brush and wash with soap and water.
Dry thoroughly before reinstalling.
Buildup of foreign material at base of brush. Remove brush holder and brush.
Clean with compressed air and reinstall.
Consider your planting speed. Slow down if necessary. For correct speed, refer to
Planting Rate Charts, “Adjustments,” beginning on page 12.
Check tire pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Chart, “Appendix,” page 40.
Drive wheels slipping. Reduce down pressure on row unit. Refer to Row Unit
Adjustments, “Adjustments,” page 20.
Check that correct sprockets are installed on transmission shafts. Refer to Plant-
ing Rate Charts, “Adjustments,” beginning on page 12.
Seed spacing not as indicated in charts.
Check that tires are inflated to proper pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Chart,
“Appendix,” page 40.
Examine seed for inconsistent size. Do field check and adjust sprockets accordingly.
Scattering of seeds.
Seed tubes and/or openers plugging.
Inconsistent seed depth.
None of the row units are planting.
Opener disks and side gauge wheels plugging.
Check that correct sprockets are installed on the transmission shafts. Refer to
Planting Rate Charts, “Adjustments,” beginning on page 12.
Excessive speed may be causing row-unit bounce. Reduce ground speed when planting.
Charts are approximate. Slight variations due to wear may produce seed-spacing variations.
Reduce planting speed.
Check seed tube for proper installation.
Examine seed tube for wear or damage. Replace seed tube if necessary.
Do not allow planter to roll backward when lowering. Lower planter only when tractor is moving forward.
On four-wheel-drive tractors, avoid turning tractor when planter is down and stationary.
Increase down pressure on row unit. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, “Adjustments,” page 20.
Inspect seed tube for plugging or improper installation. Check that seed tubes are hooked properly in shank of row unit.
Pin between counter-shaft and seed transmission sheared. Repair cause of pin shearing and replace pin.
Adjust gap between opener disks and side gauge wheels. Refer to Side Gauge
Wheels, “Adjustments,” page 21.
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Section 4 Troubleshooting
Problem
Closing wheels leave severe imprint in soil.
Closing wheels not firming soil around seed.
Closing wheel running on top of seed furrow.
Repeated shearing of shaft cotter pin.
Possible Cause and Solution
Reduce down pressure on closing wheels. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, “Adjust-
ments,” page 20.
Increase down pressure on closing wheels. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, “Adjust-
ments,” page 20.
Realign closing wheels. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, “Adjustments,” page 20.
Drill shaft not aligned properly. Loosen bearing and align shaft.
Drive-wheel chain consistently falls off.
Chain may be too long. Remove offset link.
If chain links are stiff, oil or replace chain.
Check if trash is dislodging chain; if so, install trash guards.
No seed being planted.
Opener disks and side gauge wheels plugging.
Check that seed hopper is full of seed.
Adjust gap between opener disks and side gauge wheels. Refer to Side Gauge
Wheels, “Adjustments,” page 21.
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Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication
Section 5
Maintenance and Lubrication
Maintenance
Proper servicing and maintenance is the key to long implement life. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, downtime and repair.
Always turn off and remove the tractor key before making any adjustments or performing any maintenance.
!
WARNING!
You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed from a falling planter. Always have transport locks in place and frame sufficiently blocked up when working on planter.
!
WARNING!
Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin. Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before applying pressure. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible. Use paper or cardboard, not body parts, and wear heavy gloves to check for suspected leaks. If injured, seek medical assistance from a doctor that is familiar with this type of injury. Foreign fluids in the tissue must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene will result.
1.
Inspect hoppers for debris and clean if necessary.
2.
Clean dirt and grease from chains and moving parts.
3.
Lubricate planter at points listed under Lubrication, page 32.
4.
Check all bolts and replace worn parts on the planter.
Check that all safety decals and reflectors are legible.
Replace if damaged. Refer to Safety Decals, “Impor-
tant Safety Information,” page 3.
Finger Pickup Meter
To inspect and repair finger-pickup meters, remove meter from hopper, then remove three 1/4-inch bolts (1) on the meter baffle (2) to gain access to the finger mechanism.
Rotate meter-input shaft by hand to check the fingers. The fingers (1) should be against the carrier plate (2) in the area marked “closed” in Figure 5-2 and raised in the area marked “open”.
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Figure 5-2
Inspecting Meter Fingers
Inspect the brush for wear. The brush should cover at least half of a finger tab. Replace brush after every 100 acres of planter operation.
Clean chaff and debris from meter after every 50 hours of planter operation. To clean meter, see Figure 5-3.
1.
Remove cotter pin (1), cage nut (2) and adjusting nut
(3) from shaft.
2.
Lift finger assembly (4) off shaft and clean. Replace worn fingers and springs after 250 to 300 acres of row operation. To remove a finger, lift finger out of slot.
When replacing a finger, place the springs so the open side of the spring loop faces the inside of the spring housing.
3.
Inspect carrier plate (5) for seed indentations and wear. Replace carrier plate when wear affects seeding accuracy.
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Figure 5-1
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Figure 5-3
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4.
Reassemble finger housing onto carrier plate. When reassembling, align notch in finger-housing cam (1) with notch on bearing housing so finger housing is flush with the carrier plate. The meter will function improperly if the notches are not aligned.
3.
To replace a worn or broken belt, refer to Figure 5-6.
Be certain paddles (A) are oriented as shown. Belt drive wheel (B) may be removed by removing spring pins (C).
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Figure 5-4
Meter Reassembly
5.
With finger assembly against carrier plate, tighten adjusting nut until it is snug, then turn an additional onethird turn. Proper torque is 22 to 25 inch-pounds at the meter-input shaft.Turn meter by hand to make sure the meter is not over tightened.
IMPORTANT: Check tightness of the adjusting nut on the meter after the first day of operation and periodically thereafter.
6.
Reassemble cage nut and cotter pin. Reassemble baffle and attach meter to hopper.
Periodically check the meter belt. Refer to Figure 5-5.
1.
Remove four bolts (1) from belt housing (2). Remove bolt holding the belt roller (3). Remove belt housing.
2.
Inspect belt. Replace belt if necessary.
Figure 5-5
Belt Inspection
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Figure 5-6
Belt Installation
4.
Reassemble meter in reverse order.
Brush-Type Meter
Inspect brush meters daily for buildup of foreign material on seed disk, particularly in seed-loading slots.
Remove seed disk (1) by removing two wing nuts (2). See
Figure 5-7. Wash seed disk with soap and water. Use compressed air to clean any cracked seed, hulls, etc. from brush areas of meter housing.
Before storing brush meters:
1.
Remove brush meter from seed hopper by removing two bolts and nuts that secure meter to hopper.
2.
Remove seed disk (1) by removing two wing nuts (2).
3.
Wash seed disk with soap and water.
4.
Unscrew three hex-head screws (3) from brush holder
(4) and remove brush holder and retaining brush (5).
5.
Unscrew three hex-head screws (6) from lower brush
(7) and remove brush and wear band (8).
6.
Wash all parts including meter housing (9) with soap and water. Dry thoroughly.
7.
Reassemble brush meter except for seed disk. To install retaining brush (5), first position brush making sure base of brush is tight against bottom of meter housing. Install brush holder (4) and three hex head screws (3). Tighten center screw first, then left screw and right screw last.
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8.
Inspect seed disc for wear. To measure for wear, lay a straight edge across disk surface. Measure gap between disk and straight edge. If measurement is greater than 0.075 inch, replace seed disk before next planting season.
9.
Store brush meter and seed disk in a clean, dry place.
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Figure 5-7
Brush Meter
Opener Disks, Scrapers and Gauge Wheels
1.
Remove side-gauge-wheels from arms to access opener disks and scrapers.
Refer to Figure 5-8.
2.
With the unit raised, check blade spreader (1) for wear. Replace spreader if it is 1/2 inch wide or narrower. To replace, remove disk blade. Drive out roll pins
(2) and install a new spreader.
3.
Check disk blades (3) for wear.Replace blades if worn to a diameter of 14 1/2 inches or less.
4.
When reinstalling disk blades, put two shims between bearing and shank on one blade. Tighten bolt. On opposite side, reinstall blade with two (4) shims between bearing and shank. Tighten bolt.
5.
Check contact point between disk blades. Place a piece of paper in top gap between disks blades. Bring paper down until it stops. In lower gap place another piece of paper. Bring paper up until it stops. Measure the distance between two pieces of paper. The distance must be between 1/2 and 1 3/4 inches. Add or remove shims as needed to get the correct contact point.
6.
Check that outside disk scrapers (5) are formed to disk blades to help remove any mud. Bend and twist scrapers to fit blades as necessary. After every 200 acres of planter operation, check outside scrapers for proper adjustment and wear. Replace outside scrapers as necessary.
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Figure 5-8
Opener Scrapers
Refer to Figure 5-9.
7.
Check for correct number of shims between side gauge wheel (1) and wheel arm (2). There must be at least one shim between wheel bearing and arm.
When installed, wheel should turn freely and not hit arm at the curve. Do not add any more shims than necessary.
8.
Disassemble side-gauge-wheel arm from row unit.
Remove bushing (3) from sleeve (4) and check bushing for wear. Replace bushing if necessary.
9.
When reinstalling side gauge wheels, align tab on hex adjustment (5) with notch in bushing. Replace bolt and tighten.
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Figure 5-9
Side Wheels
10. Adjust side gauge wheels. See Side Gauge Wheels,
“Adjustments,” page 21.
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Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication
Chain Tension
As the chains wear and stretch, you may need to remove links for proper chain length and tension. Check and replace bushings on idlers as necessary.
For correct planter operation, check all chain routings. Refer Figure 5-10, Figure 5-11, Figure 5-12 and Figure 5-13 for correct chain routings.
Figure 5-10
Drive Gauge Wheel Chain Routing
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Figure 5-11
Counter Shaft Support Chain Routing
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12355
Figure 5-13
Meter Drive Chain Routing
Storage
Store planter in a clean, dry place with all tires out of the sun. Store planter where children do not play. If possible, store planter inside for longer life.
1.
Thoroughly clean planter, hoppers and meters. Remove any dirt and debris that can hold moisture and cause corrosion.
2.
Remove finger-pickup meters from hoppers. Disassemble meters and inspect for wear. Refer to Finger
Pickup Meter, page 34. Make any repairs required at this time. Blow excessive debris from meter. Wash meters with mild soap and water. Dry meters and spray a light coat of rust inhibitor on meters. Reassemble and store meters in a dry place.
3.
Inspect planter for worn or damaged parts. Make repairs and service during the off season.
4.
Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and worn areas on the planter to protect the metal.
5.
Adjust all drive chains.
6.
Lubricate planter at points listed under Lubrication, page 32. Be sure to lubricate chains to prevent rusting.
7.
Place 1 X 12 closing-wheel handle in the middle slot to relieve tension on closing wheels. Move T-handle for opener springs to the lightest setting.
8.
Cover planter with a tarp if stored outside.
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Transmission Chain Routing
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Lubrication
Lubrication
Legend
Multipurpose spray lube
12372
Multipurpose grease lube
Wheel Bearings
Multipurpose oil lube
50
Intervals at which lubrication is required
Seasonally
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity = Until grease emerges from seals
50
Gauge Wheel Module
12352
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity = Until grease emerges
As
Required
Gauge Wheel Chain
Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube
Quantity = Coat thoroughly
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As
Required
Counter Shaft Chain
12358
Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube
Quantity = Coat thoroughly
As
Required
Transmission Chain
Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube
Quantity = Coat thoroughly
As
Required
Meter Drive Chain
12355
Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube
Quantity = Coat thoroughly
6
Side Gauge Wheel Arms
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Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity = Until resistance is felt
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Type of Lubrication: Graphite
Quantity = One teaspoon in each full seed hopper
20
Optional Coulter
12204
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity = Until grease emerges
10
Markers
Type of Lubrication: Grease
10
Markers
Type of Lubrication: Grease
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Section 6 Options
Section 6
Options
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17922
Chemical Application
The optional chemical hoppers come in two versions: one chemical meter or two chemical meters with a divider that separates the hopper into two compartments.
Each bundle contains a hopper, meter and parts for three different application options. With the insecticide tube, one or two chemicals are applied directly in the furrow. With the front diffuser (pictured left), one or two chemicals are applied in a T-band ahead of the closing wheels. With the rear diffuser, herbicide is applied in a 7- or 14-inch band behind the closing wheels.
For operation information on the chemical hoppers, refer to Chemical Hoppers, “Operating Instructions,” page 9.
For information on adjusting chemical-application rates, refer to Granular Chemical Rates, “Adjustments,” page
15.
To order the chemical application options, contact your
Great Plains dealer.
Bundle
INSECTICIDE 6 ROW
INSECTICIDE 8 ROW
INSECTICIDE/HERBICIDE 6 ROW
INSECTICIDE/HERBICIDE 8 ROW
Order Part Number
403-096A
403-097A
403-100A
403-101A
Coulter
The optional conservation coulters mount on the row units and till a strip for the opener disks in no- or minimum till conditions
For information on how to adjust the coulters, refer to Row
Unit Adjustments, “Adjustments,” page 20. For lubrication information, refer to Lubrication, “Maintenance and
Lubrication,” page 32.
To order coulters, contact your Great Plains dealer.
Bundle FS Number
UNIT MOUNT COULTER, 5/8-INCH WAVY, ONE PAIIR 204-337A
UNIT MOUNT COULTER 3/4-INCH WAVY, ONE PAIR 204-338A
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Heavy Duty Spring Package
Heavy-duty springs are available to provide more down pressure on the row unit. Heavy-duty springs provide between 155 and 245 pounds of down pressure.
To adjust spring down pressure, refer to Down Pressure,
“Adjustments,” page 20.
To order heavy-duty springs for your row units, contact your Great Plains dealer.
Package
Heavy-Duty Spring Package
Part Number
406-006S
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Marker Attachment
The planter markers are ground-marking, disk units that can be mounted on the right, left or both sides of the planter. When mounted on both ends, the controls can be on separate hydraulic circuits or plumbed together through a sequence valve.
For more information, refer to Marker Operation, “Operat-
ing Instructions,” page 10, Marker Adjustments, “Adjust-
ments,” page 23, “Troubleshooting,” page 25, and
Lubrication, “Maintenance and Lubrication,” page 28.
To order markers for your planter, contact your Great
Plains dealer.
Bundle
6-Row 30" Flat Fold Marker
8-Row 30" Flat Fold Marker
Order Part Number
113-428K
113-432K
Monitor
The DICKEY-john
®
Monitor Option is a micro-processorbased, planter-monitoring system. If seed is not going to the ground, the monitor will sound and indicate which row unit has stopped planting. The system also provides information for seed spacing, seed population, area, ground speed and projected area per hour.
To order the monitor, contact your Great Plains dealer.
Bundle
DICKEY-john 1000, 6-Row
DICKEY-john 3000 with Radar, 6-Row
DICKEY-john 3000 without Radar, 6-Row
DICKEY-john 1000, 8-Row
DICKEY-john 3000 with Radar, 8-Row
DICKEY-john 3000 without Radar, 8-Row
Part Number
403-047K
403-063K
403-049K
403-050K
403-064K
403-051K
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Section 6 Options
Seed-Lok Firming Wheels
The optional spring-loaded Seed-Lok firming wheels press seed directly into the bottom of the seed bed. The Seed-Lok option provides more even emergence since seeds are planted and firmed at the same depth.
To lock up the firming wheels in wet conditions, refer to
Seed-Lok Lock Up, “Adjustments,” page 23.
To order Seed-Lok firming wheels, contact your Great Plains dealer.
Package
SEED LOK 98 ROW UNIT
Part Number
404-093K
17892
Terra Tine
The terra tine option helps create a trash-free zone for seed placement. Mounted on the planter toolbar, the terra tine sweeps create very little trenching.
To order terra tine for your planter, contact your Great Plains dealer.
Package
Terra Tine Pair, Frame Mount
Part Number
404-098A
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Section 7 Specifications and Capacities
Section 7
Specifications and Capacities
Type
Three-point mounted
Row Spacing
30 inches
Rows per Unit
Weight
6
2,800 pounds*
Drive
Ground drive
Transmission
End mounted
Frame Construction
7-by-7-inch; 5/16-inch wall
Transport Width
16 feet
Length
6 feet
Row Unit Hopper Capacity
2 bushels
8
3,800 pounds*
21 feet
Drive Tires
9.5 L X 15
Tractor Requirements
60 - 90 horsepower 80 - 120 horsepower
NOTE: Horsepower requirements will vary with field conditions, terrain and planter options.
*With markers
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Appendix
Appendix
Bolt Size
(Inches)
in-tpi
1
1/4" - 20
1/4" - 28
5/16 - 18
5/16" - 24
3/8" - 16
3/8" - 24
7/16" - 14
7/16" - 20
1/2" - 13
1/2" - 20
9/16" - 12
9/16" - 18
5/8" - 11
5/8" - 18
3/4" - 10
3/4" - 16
7/8" - 9
7/8" - 14
1" - 8
1" - 12
1-1/8" - 7
1 1/8" - 12
1 1/4" - 7
1 1/4" - 12
1 3/8" - 6
1 3/8" - 12
1 1/2" - 6
1 1/2" - 12
Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes
Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification
5.8
8.8
10.9
Grade 2
N · m
2 ft-lb
3
7.4
8.5
5.6
6
15
17
27
31
95
105
130
150
43
49
66
75
340
370
480
540
235
260
225
250
11
13
20
22
32
36
49
55
70
79
97
110
170
190
165
185
250
275
355
395
Grade 5
N · m
11
13
24
26
42
47
67
75
105
115
150
165
205
230
360
405
585
640
875
955
1080
1210 ft-lb
8
10
17
19
31
35
49
55
76
85
110
120
150
170
265
295
430
475
645
705
795
890
16
18
33
37
59
67
95
Grade 8
N · m
105
145
165
210
235
285
325
510
570
820
905
1230
1350
1750
1960 ft-lb
12
14
25
27
44
49
70
78
105
120
155
170
210
240
375
420
605
670
910
995
1290
1440
Bolt Size
(Metric)
mm x pitch
4
M 5 X 0.8
M 6 X 1
M 8 X 1.25
M 8 X 1
M10 X 1.5
M10 X 0.75
M12 X 1.75
M12 X 1.5
M12 X 1
M14 X 2
M14 X 1.5
M16 X 2
M16 X 1.5
M18 X 2.5
M18 X 1.5
M20 X 2.5
M20 X 1.5
M24 X 3
M24 X 2
M30 X 3.5
M30 X 2
M36 X 3.5
Class 5.8
N · m
4
7
17
18
33
39
58
60
90
92
99
145
155
195
220
280
310
480
525
960
1060
1730 ft-lb
3
5
12
13
24
29
42
44
66
68
73
105
115
145
165
205
230
355
390
705
785
1270
Class 8.8
N · m
6
11
26
28
52
61
91
95
105
145
155
225
240
310
350
440
650
760
830
1510
1680
2650 ft-lb
5
8
19
21
39
45
67
70
77
105
115
165
180
230
260
325
480
560
610
1120
1240
1950
Class 10.9
N · m
9
15
36
39
72
85
125
130
145
200
215
315
335
405
485
610
900
1050
1150
2100
2320
3660 ft-lb
7
11
160
230
245
300
93
97
105
150
27
29
53
62
355
450
665
780
845
1550
1710
2700
680
750
500
555
1520 1120 2460 1820
1680 1240 2730 2010
M36 X 2 1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220
890
1010
1180
1330
655
745
870
980
1990
2270
2640
2970
1470
1670
1950
2190
3230
3680
4290
4820
2380
2710
3160
3560
1
in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch
2
N· m = newton-meters
3
ft-lb= foot pounds
4 mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread pitch
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.
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Appendix
Tire Inflation Chart
Tire Size
7.50 x 20" 4-Ply Drill Rib
9.0 x 22.5 10-Ply Highway Service 70
9.0 x 24" 8-Ply Rib Implement
9.5L x 15" 6-Ply Rib Implement
9.5L x 15" 8-Ply Rib Implement
9.5L x 15" 12-Ply Rib Implement
Inflation PSI
28
70
40
32
44
60
Tire Size
11L x 15" 6-Ply Rib Implement
11L x 15" 12-Ply Rib Implement
12.5L x 15" 8-Ply Rib Implement
12.5L x 15" 10-Ply Rib Implement
16.5L x 16.1" 10-Ply Rib Implement
41 x 15" x 18 - 22-Ply Rib Implement
Inflation PSI
28
52
36
44
36
44
NOTE: All tires are warranted by the original manufacturer of the tire. Tire warranty information can be found in the brochures included with your Operator’s and Parts Manuals or online at the manufacturer’s websites. For service assistance or information, contact your nearest Authorized Farm Tire Retailer.
Manufacturer
Titan
Goodyear
Firestone
Website
www.titan-intl.com
www.goodyearag.com
www.firestoneag.com
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5/2/07
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
Corporate Office: PO. Box 5060
Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA
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Table of contents
- - Important Safety Information
- 3 Safety Decals
- 6 Introduction
- 6 Description of Unit
- 6 Intended Usage
- 6 Using This Manual
- 6 Definitions
- 6 Owner Assistance
- 7 Section 1 Preparation and Setup
- 7 Prestart Checklist
- 7 Attaching Planter to Tractor
- 7 Hydraulic Hose Hookup
- 8 Leveling Planter
- 9 Section 2 Operating Instructions
- 9 Prestart Checklist
- 9 Field Operation
- 9 Meter Clutches
- 9 Row Unit Operation
- 9 Chemical Hoppers
- 10 Marker Operation
- 10 Transporting
- 10 Parking
- 11 Section 3 Adjustments
- 11 Planting Rate
- 11 Transmission Adjustment
- 11 Checking Planting Population
- 13 Planting Rates for Brush Meters
- 14 Brush Meters, Cotton Discs
- 15 Granular Chemical Rates
- 16 Granular Chemical Rate Charts
- 16 Clay Granules, Herbicide
- 17 Clay Granules, Insecticide
- 19 Recalibrating Granular Chemical Meters
- 20 Meter Drive Adjustments
- 20 Row Unit Adjustments
- 20 Down Pressure
- 20 Down Pressure Charts
- 21 Coulter Depth
- 21 Opener Seeding Depth
- 21 Side Gauge Wheels
- 22 1 x 12 Closing Wheel Option
- 23 Closing Disk Option
- 23 Seed-Lok Lock Up
- 23 Marker Adjustments
- 25 Section 4 Troubleshooting
- 28 Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication
- 28 Maintenance
- 28 Finger Pickup Meter
- 29 Brush-Type Meter
- 30 Opener Disks, Scrapers, Gauge Wheels
- 31 Chain Tension
- 31 Storage
- 32 Lubrication
- 32 Gauge Wheel Module
- 32 Gauge Wheel Chain
- 33 Side Gauge Wheel Arms
- 33 Counter Shaft Chain
- 33 Transmission Chain
- 33 Meter Drive Chain
- 34 Finger Pickup Meter
- 34 Markers
- 35 Section 6 Options
- 35 Coulter
- 35 Chemical Application
- 36 Marker Attachment
- 36 Monitor
- 36 Heavy Duty Spring Package
- 37 Terra Tine
- 37 Seed-Lok Firming Wheels
- 38 Section 7 Specifications and Capacities
- 39 Appendix
- 39 Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes
- 40 Tire Inflation Chart