Amity Technology 2010 Operating instructions

OWNERS
OPERATING & PARTS MANUAL
50' & 60' Single Disc
Drill Amity Technology, LLC
2800 7th Avenue North
Fargo, ND 58102
[phone]
www.amitytech.com
MODEL YEAR 2010

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRODUCT INDENTIFICATION NUMBER………………………………………………………
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1
SINGLE DISC DRILL OPERATING ………………………………………………………………2
LEVELING…………………………………………………………………………………………
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2
DEPTH SETTING…………………………………………………………………………………
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3
DEPTH CONTROL HYDRAULICS………………………………………………………………
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3
DEPTH STOP PROGRESSION …………………………………………………………………
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4
HEADLAND TURNS ……………………………………………………...……………………...
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5
DOWN PRESSURE ………………………………..……………………………………………
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5
SCRAPER ADJUSTMENT……... ……………………………………………..………………… 6
SEED ROW OFFSET……………..………………………………………………………………
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8
PACKING SYSTEM……………………………………………………………………………...
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8
MID ROW FERTILIZER ATTACHMENT…………………………………………………………
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9
LIFT ASSIST REAR HITCH……………………………………….………………………………
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10
LOCKOUT VALVE POSITION…...………………………………………………………..……
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12
FLOW DIVIDER…...…………………………..………………………………………………..…
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12
CONNECTING TO TRACTOR……………………………………………………………………..13
UNHOOKING THE DRILL FROM TRACTOR……………………………………………………
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13
TRANSPORT……………………………………………………………………..…………………14
FOLDING AND UNFOLDING WINGS……………………………………………………………
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14
MAINTENANCE……………………………………………………………………………………
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15
STORAGE……………………………………………………………………………………...…
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15
REMOVING FROM STORAGE…………………………………………………………………
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15
SINGLE DISC SPECIFICATIONS………………………………………………………………
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16
FRONT HITCH ASSEMBLY………………………………………………………………………
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18-19
TOOLBAR ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………………………… 20-21
REAR TOOLBAR ASSEMBLY #35134 & #35135 ……..………………………………………22-23
OPENER ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………………….………
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24-25
HUB ASSEMBLY #34574 ………..……………………………………………………………..
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26-27
LIFT WHEEL ASSEMLBY………………………………………………………………………
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28-31
WING CYLINER MOUNT…………………………………………………………………………
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32-33
LIFT ASSIST ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………………………34-35
WING LIFT HYDRAULICS-LIFT ASSIST…………………………………………………………36-39
DEPTH CONTROL HYDRAULICS………………………………………………………………
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40-43
DOWN PRESSURE HYDRAULICS-LIFT ASSIST……………………………………………
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44-51
LIFT ASSIST HYDRAULICS………………………………………………………………………
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52-55

TANK TO TRACTOR HIYDRAULICS……………………………………………………………
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56-57
SAFETY LIGHTS-LIFT ASSIST …………………………………………………………………
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58-59
SINGLE MANIFOLD 50' AND 60' ………………………………………………………………
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60-61
MANIFOLD COMPONENTS……………………………………………………………………… 62-63
MANIFOLD BLOCKAGE OPTIONS………………………………………………………………64-65
ISO BLOCKAGE/WORK SWITCH HARNESS KIT……………………………………………
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66
FERTILIZER BANDER ASSEMLBY ……………………………………………………...……
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68-69
FERTILIZER BANDER OPTIONS ………………………………..……………………………… 70-71

To the Owner
This manual contains important information about the safe operation, adjustments and
maintenance of your implement. Refer to the Table of Contents at the front of this manual for
locating specific items about your implement. If you need more information, see your dealer.
Product Identification Number
The Manufacturer has placed a Product
Identification Number (P.I.N.) tag on your
implement. It is located on main frame tube in
front.
Record the Model and Identification Number of
your implement below. You will reference this
Number when ordering repair parts or when
requesting information for your implement.
When ordering parts or when requesting informtion
or assistance, always give the model (30-40-50-60)
and product identificaiton number.
Model __________________________
P.I.N.____________________________
1

Single Disc Drill Operating
Leveling
The Single Disc Drill requires no front to rear
leveling as the entire row units are on a single
rank. Side to side leveling is accomplished by
adjustment rods on the wing cylinders.
NOTE: It is normal for the drill frame to be
lower in the front. This allows for better
ground clearance when the row units are
raised.
Leveling Procedure: Adjustment rods
1. Parkthedrillonalevelsurface
2. Rephasethedepthcylindersbyholdingthehydraulicleverintheraisedpositionuntilallofthe
cylindersarefullyextended.
3. Measurethedistancefromthegroundtothetopofthefrontframebarofthedrillonthemain
frame.
4. Adjustthethreadedrodsonthewingdepthcylindersuntilallframemeasurementsarethe
same.
5. Makesuretotightenthejamnutsonalladjustmentrods.
Depth Setting
The depth of the single disc row units is controlled by the packer wheels. Because the wheels are
very close to the discs, depth control is very precise and will maintain an even depth for seeds
planted at any depth. Each of the tool bars on the drill is totally independent so ground following
is superior even on uneven terrain.
Packer system
2

Seeding depth is set by the height of the drill frame. As the drill is raised, the seeding depth is
decreased. As the drill is lowered, the seeding depth is increased. Frame height is controlled by
depth control collars in the lift cylinders. The same combination of collars needs to be used on
each cylinder location.
Locate seed behind packer wheels Seed finding tool 34569
Seeding depth needs to be determined by finding seeds in the furrow behind the drill. A seed
finding tool with a ruler inscribed on it is available to help determine seed depth. Use the tool to
uncover seeds in the seed furrow. Place the flat blade of the tool on the packer track and press
the short end of the tool into the seed furrow next to the uncovered seed until the tool is level
with the field surface. The seeding depth can be read on the inscribed ruler.
Depth setting tip:
When setting the depth, start at a shallow seeding depth and set deeper as needed. When starting
at a depth deeper than the desired seeding depth will needlessly bring up muddy soil.
Depth control hydraulics
The wheels that carry the drill also set the depth for the
drill. They are installed in a master, slave configuration.
One feature of this design is the ability for the operator to
“rephrase” or re-coordinate the cylinders so that they are
all at the same level. Rephasing purges any air out of the
cylinders and raises all of the cylinders to their fully
extended position.
Depth stops on cylinders
The procedure to rephrase the cylinders is to hold the hydraulic lever in the raised position for
several seconds after the cylinders have reached their fully extended position. It is a good
operating practice to rephrase the cylinders several times a day while making field end turns.
3

Depth Stop Progression
B B B B B B B B B B B B B S S S S S
S S S S S S S S S S S S S G G G G G
G G G G G G G G G G R G R G G G G G
G G G G G G G R G R R G R G R G
G G G G R G R R R R R R
R R R R R R R
R R R
R R
R
8.25 7.75 7.50 7.25 7.00 6.75 6.50 6.25 6.00 5.75 5.50 5.25 5.00 4.75 4.50 4.25 4.00 3.75
21.0 19.7 19.1 18.4 17.8 17.1 16.5 15.9 15.2 14.6 14.0 13.3 12.7 12.1 11.4 10.8 10.2 9.5
Total inches of depth stops installed
Total cm of depth stops installed
S S S S S S S G R G R G R
G G G G R G R R R R R
G R G R R R R
R R
3.50 3.25 3.00 2.75 2.50 2.25 2.00 1.75 1.50 1.25 1.00 0.75 0.50
8.9 8.3 7.6 7.0 6.4 5.7 5.1 4.4 3.8 3.2 2.5 1.9 1.3
Total inches of depth stops installed
Total cm of depth stops installed
When starting for small grains or beans the 5 inch-12.7cm combination (BLUE, SILVER, RED)
would be a starting point. From there add or remove stops to obtain the seeding depth desired
When starting with canola, the 7 inch-17.8cm combination (BLUE, SILVER, GREEN, GREEN,
RED, RED) would be a good starting point. From there add or remove stops to obtain the
seeding depth desired
Equal number of stops should be installed in all depth cylinders. Refer to the rephrasing
procedure if a cylinder(s) do not retract completely against stops when lowering drill.
Depth stop kits and individual stops are available through Amity Service Parts if replacements
are needed.
S34693 kit depth stop, contains number of stops listed below
S66022 stop .50in-1.27cm Red-3
S66203 stop .75in-1.91cm Green-3
S54004 stop 1.5in-3.81cm Silver-1
S66025 stop 3.0in-7.62cm Blue-1
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4

Headland turns
The preferred procedure when making field end turns is to raise the drill frame. By this method,
the row units maintain down pressure. If the row units are raised on the turns, it is likely that you
will be well into the next pass before down pressure is fully restored.
Down Pressure
The down pressure on the row units is controlled by a hydraulic cylinder on each tool bar. The
cylinders provide a constant down pressure on the tool bars through their entire range of motion.
An active hydraulic circuit maintains uniform pressure to each cylinder and is controlled on the
go by the operator. The down pressure can be adjusted from 150 PSI to a pressure high enough
to raise the drill in frame tires off of the ground (normally from 650-750 PSI. If less pressure is
desired, put hydraulics in float.
Down pressure control box in cab Toolbar down pressure gauge
Setting the down pressure
The down pressure on the drill has to be set high enough for disc penetration and proper packing.
In hard conditions this may require an optional ballast kit to add weight to the wings frames.
Pressure control valve Down pressure cylinders
5

To set maximum pressure on the row units, increase down pressure until you see the carrying
wheels start to rise off of the ground. Slightly reduce the pressure to ensure that the frame wheels
maintain contact with the ground. Carrying the frame so that the wheels are off of the ground
will cause lack of depth control.
In very light soil conditions, the pressure can be reduced to approximately 200 pounds on the
cylinders. If the packer tires still are making larger than desired furrows, the hydraulic lever can
be set to float to take away all down pressure from the cylinders. With the tractor valve in float
the openers operate only on their weight.
OPERATING TIP: If the drill is getting bogged down in mud, increasing the pressure to
maximum will lift the frame wheels well off of the ground and transfer weight to the tractor
drawbar to help you get out of trouble.
Scraper adjustment
When properly set, the set scrapers will have contact along the entire leading edge of the scraper,
but will not drag hard enough on the disc to inhibit turning.
Two adjustments on the scraper when properly set will keep the soil and crop residue from
getting between scraper and disc blade yet operate at a low pressure so the scrapers obtain
maximum life.
The lower bolt on the scraper will set the spring tension on the scraper and needs to be tightened
until the scraper is against the disc along the entire leading edge. Make sure that the scraper is in
the middle of the slot on the top nut while setting the bottom nut.
Seed scraper Seed scraper adjustment points
6

Scraper adjustment procedure
•Adjust the top nut as needed to keep pressure off of the scraper until the bottom bolt is
properly set
•Tighten the top nut until you see the scraper begin to pull away from the disc at the
bottom of the scraper
•Back off the top nut slightly just until the scraper is again in full contact. Use the ½ inch
jam nut to lock the two adjusting nuts in place on all scrapers
•Spin the disc by hand to insure that it turns freely
Note:
Discs and scrapers have a coating of paint on them when shipped from the factory. It may take a
few passes in the field before scrapers are wearing against discs properly. Some periodic
adjustments to scrapers may be required depending on soil, residue conditions and scraper wear.
7

Seed row offset
The seeding disc pairs can be offset between a
minimum of .5 inches to a maximum of 6.5 inches.
They are preset at the factory to 4.5 inches.
If the offset is too small, in wet sticky conditions,
soil will be carried around with the discs causing
an uneven seed bed. If offset is too large, the soil
movement may not be enough for adequate
packing. In very dry, sandy soils it may be
beneficial to reduce the offset. In extremely wet,
sticky soils, if soil rolls forward between the discs,
increase the offset. Seed strut assembly
Packing system
Each packer tire on the drill packs the two seeding rows in front of it as well as the fertilizer
furrow if the optional fertilizer attachment is installed.
The packer tires are set to operate at a skewed angle. This has two benefits:
1. Soilloosenedbythediscsispushedmorereliablyintotheseedfurrows.
2. Inwet,stickyconditions,thescuffingactiononthetiresresultsinthetiresrunningcleaner
thaniftheyranstraight.
Half of the tires are skewed to the right and half to the left to eliminate side draft on the drill
Packer tire pressure
Dry soil conditions – 10-15 PSI set at factory
Wet soil conditions – Pressure can be set at low as 8 PSI to allow tire to flex to shed mud
Packer tires skewed to the left Packer tire at lower pressure
8

Fertilizer bander attachment
The addition of the fertilizer bander attachment allows placing ammonia, dry or liquid fertilizer
between each pair of seed rows.
The depth on the fertilizer opener is set approximately 1 inch deeper than the seed openers when
assembled at the factory.
Adjusting fertilizer depth
Depth on the fertilizer opener is set by means of a cam block on the lower front of the fertilizer
assembly.
Grooves in the cam block act as an adjustable stop for the fertilizer strut, setting the cam to a
shallower slot reduces depth and setting the cam to a deeper slot increases depth.
To adjust the cam:
1. Raisetoolbarsfullyofftheground
2. Placeawoodblockundertheopeneryouwishtoadjust
3. Lowertherowunittocompressthespringonfertilizerbander
4. Removeboltfromoneendofthecambar
5. Slidecambaroutofthemountandrotatetonewposition
6. Insertcambarandsecurewithboltandwasher
Fertilizer bander Depth block fertilizer bander
9

Lift Assist Rear Hitch
A lift assist rear hitch is standard equipment on 50 and 60 ft drills and an option on 40 ft. drills.
On the 40 ft drills, the lift assist hitch is required if the drill has the mid row fertilizer attachment
or if the 5250 air system is used with the drill as a pull behind tank.
The purpose of the hitch is to assist carrying the drill when it is being transported. A hydraulic
accumulator pressurizes the cylinders on the hitch in transport to carry a portion of the weight of
the drill and to transfer a portion of the weight of the drill to the tractor.
Rear hitch lift assist Accumulator and control valve
When the drill wings are raised the accumulator will charge to the proper pressure automatically.
The accumulator will automatically discharge when the drill wings are lowered.
As the lift assist wheels are free to turn, you cannot back up with the drill. Pins 35736 are
supplied with the drill and need to be installed before backing up.
Rear lift assist pin locations, lock and storage
10

Lift Assist Rear Hitch Continued
The rear lift assist system utilizes a hydraulic
control valve and a hydraulic accumulator to:
•Maintain constant pressure on the rear lift
assist cylinders when transporting the
Single Disc Drill.
•Minimize pressure for reduced weight
transfer while seeding in the field.
Pressure gauge rear lift assist
The rear lift assist system is pressurized as the wings are folded. The rear lift assist lockout valve
must be open for the system to be pressurized. Ensure that the main lift system is in transport
height before pressurizing the rear lift assist. After the wings are folded, check the rear lift
assist pressure gauge to ensure proper transport pressure is in the Green area on gauge and
subsequently close the lockout valve to isolate the system from the tractor. If proper pressure is
not met, the wings can be unfolded and folded again in order to achieve proper transport
pressure.
The transport system is de-pressurized automatically when the wings are unfolded all the way.
The rear lift assist lockout valve must be open for the system to be de-pressurized. If the
pressure is not released from the system from un-folding the wings, hold the hydraulic remote in
the lower position to fully extend the wing cylinders until the rear lift-assist pressure drops to
zero. The rear lift-assist system must be de-pressurized and the lockup valve must be open
before the SDD can be used for seeding, this allows the rear transport wheels to float over the
field. The down pressure control circuit while seeding allows the rear transport wheels to float as
the SDD is used on various terrains.
The rear lift-assist pressure gauge is marked with an optimum range that the pressure should be
within for seeding. If the pressure is ever above the seeding range, check to ensure the rear lift-
assist lockout valve is open. Also verify that the hydraulic flow for the toolbar down pressure
function is below 5 GPM as the backpressure will affect the rear assist pressure while seeding.
The lift-assist pressure can be relieved by extending the wing cylinders all the way and holding
them out until the pressure drops within the seeding range.
If it is desired to put the toolbars in “Float” while seeding in very light soil conditions, the rear
lift-assist needs to be put into float mode. This mode is activated by first activating the toolbar
tractor remote to at least 500 psi down pressure for 5 seconds then by putting the toolbar tractor
remote directly into float. This mode is deactivated automatically whenever the wings are folded
or if the toolbars are raised to transport position.
The rear lift-assist control valve is calibrated at the factory and does not require adjustments.
11

Lock out valve positions
When tractor is Dis-Connected:
•Lift Assist –Closed
•Toolbar-Open
When Transporting:
•Lift Assist-Closed
•Toolbar-Closed (Optional)
When Seeding:
•Lift Assist-Open Lock out valves in closed position
•Toolbar-Open Valve on left is Lift Assist, valve on right is Toolbars
Flow Divider
The flow divider valve maintains equal height of the SDD as the drill is raised and lowered. If an
unequal balance between the LH and RH side of the drill occurs, or if there is an uneven level
between cylinders on one side of the drill, the system can be equalized by raising the main lift all
the way up and maintaining continuous flow to the system for a period of time. This will allow
the flow divider valve to synchronize the LH and RH side of the drill as well as allowing the
phasing cylinders to flush and level out. This procedure can only be performed when raising the
drill, not lowering.
If air is introduced into the main-lift circuit either from a hydraulic leak or from maintenance, the
system must be purged. This can be accomplished by raising and lowering the main lift circuit
many times while intermittently holding the pressure in the raise position.
Flow divider valve lower right in photo
12

Connecting to tractor
When hitching to tractor, connect the hydraulic hoses so that hydraulic power can be used to
raise or lower the front hitch to match the tractor drawbar. Keep the drill frame lowered to the
depth control collars and use the down pressure circuit to adjust the hitch level. Be sure to attach
the safety chain before transporting drill. A jack is provided on the front hitch of the SDD with
rear assist to aid in connecting tractor.
Unhooking the drill from tractor (Preferred method wings down)
WARNING!!! The Single Disc Drill with floating hitch has a large amount of up force with
the row unit off of the ground. It is imperative to lower the drill frame completely and rest
the row units on the ground when disconnecting from the tractor. Failure to do so may
result in sudden upward movement of the hitch that could result in injury or death. Use
extreme caution and stand well clear when moving tractor away from the drill.
Drills with floating rear hitch – Unhooking from Tractor Wings Down
•Lower the main frame until the cylinders are fully collapsed or resting on the depth stops.
•Lower the wings until the wings are down. Ensure the path where the wings will unfold
is clear before unfolding.
•Use the toolbar hydraulic remote to lower the toolbars and push on the ground Position
the hitch so it’s floating in the tractor drawbar clevis.
•Unhook all hydraulic/electrical lines and unhook the safety chain from the tractor.
Drills with rear lift assist - Unhooking from Tractor Wings Up
•Lower the main frame until the cylinders are fully collapsed or resting on the depth stops.
•Ensure the Rear Lift Assist Pressure is in the proper “Transport” range and the Rear Lift
Assist lock-out valve is closed. If not, refer to the procedure on winging up to obtain
proper Rear Lift Assist Pressure.
•Open the Toolbar lock-out valve and engage the toolbar remote circuit into the Float
position until the main frame (6) toolbars are on the ground. Leave this lock-out open.
•Unhook all hydraulic/electrical lines and unhook the safety chain from the tractor. Use
the jack to raise the hitch off the tractor’s drawbar.
Drills with rear lift assist - Unhooking from Tractor Wings Down
•Lower the main frame until the cylinders are fully collapsed or resting on the depth stops.
•With the Rear Lift Assist lock-out valve open, lower the wings until the wings are down
and the rear lift assist pressure is 0 psi. Close the Rear Lift Assist lock-out valve. Ensure
the path where the wings will unfold is clear before unfolding.
•Open the Toolbar lock-out valve and engage the toolbar remote circuit into the Float
position until all the toolbars are on the ground. Leave this lock-out valve open.
•Unhook all hydraulic/electrical lines and un-hook the safety chain from the tractor. Use
the jack to raise the hitch off the tractor’s drawbar.
13

Transporting
WARNING!!! The 30 and 40 ft. Single Disc Drill
without rear wheel assist have a large amount of
up force on the front hitch with the row units off
of the ground. Tow only with a tractor or truck
with sufficient weight to counter the up force.
Make sure toolbar lockup valve is in the closed
position to transport. If SDD is equipped with rear
assist, make sure pressure gauge dial is in the
green area to transport.
WARNING!!! The Single Disc Drill transport tires are only rated to carry the weight of the
drill at up to 20 miles per hour. Transporting at over 20 miles per hour will result in tire
failure. There is no warranty for tire failure. When transporting the Single Disc Drill
especially 50’ 60’ with air cart behind on roads with hills and curves, keep speed to a safe
MPH. Slow up 8-10 MPH when approaching curves at bottom of the hill.
WARNING!!! Never transport fully loaded air cart behind Single Disc Drill, always fill air
cart with product in the field being seeded.
WARNING!!! 50’ and 60’ Single Disc Drills are equipped with wing locks, make sure pins
are installed before transporting. Always remove wing lock pins before unfolding.
Folding and Unfolding wings
CAUTION!!! Never fold and unfold Single Disc Drill while in motion. Always bring tractor
and implement to a complete stop before doing so. Folding and unfolding while in motion
may cause damage to the wing lift components and cylinders.
CAUTION!!! When folding wings up before transport, make sure the frame is at the height
you will be transporting in. This will insure proper pressurization of the rear lift assist
circuit.
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Maintenance
The following lubrication points should be greased
Every 16 working hours
•Transport wheel walk beams
•Transport wheel struts
•Rear hitch pivots
•Fertilizer attachment pivots
Every 50 working hours
•Main frame wing hinge areas
•Wing fold link areas on 50’-60’ machines
Weekly
•Check tire pressure on transport tires on main frame of drill. Maintain at 70 PSI
Seasonally
•Grease packer and disc hubs. It is acceptable to grease the hubs until grease appears at the
seal. No damage to the seal will result. Once a few hubs have been greased and you know
how many strokes it takes for grease to appear, grease remaining hubs 5 strokes less.
Excess grease at the hubs will attract dirt.
•Check the Nitrogen Pressure on the Accumulator for the Rear Assist System. See your
dealer for specifications and proper procedures for inspection and charging if required.
Storage
It is recommended to store drill with the wings down (field position) to prevent water from
sitting on the wheel and disc bearing seals.
•Disconnect with lift cylinders and retract rods into cylinder
•Block cylinders up to avoid damage when retracting and extending rods
•If cylinder rods are left exposed, apply a rust preventative coating to the surfaces
•Remove pressure gauge and store inside
Removing from Storage
•Lubricate the implement
•Check tires for correct air pressure
•Inspect hydraulics
•Inspect scrapers, discs, air hoses
•Make sure warning and tail lamps are operating properly
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Single Disc Drill Specifications
Width30 40 50 60
Sections3 3 3 in field-5 folded 5
Totalweight21,200lbs(9,616kg) 26,500lbs(12,020kg) 38,500lbs(17,46kg) 42,500lbs(19278kg)
Weightwithbanders24,50lbs(11,113kg) 31,000lbs(14,06kg) 44,000lbs(19,95kg) 49,000lbs(22,226kg)
Weightofballastkit1,280 lbs (581 kg) 1,620 lbs (735 kg) 2,220 lbs (1.007kg) 2,900 lbs (1,315 kg)
WorkingWidth30 ft (9.1 m) 40 ft (12.2 m) 50 ft (15.2 m) 60 ft (18.3 m)
TransportWidth14 ft. 3 in. (4.3 m) 18 ft 11 in. (5.8 m) 21 ft 6 in. (6.6 m) 21 ft 6 in. (6.6 m)
TransportClearance0 - 20 in. (50.8 m) 0 - 20 in. (50.8 m) 0 - 20 in. (50.8 m) 0 - 20 in. (50.8 m)
TransportHeight14 ft. -15 ft 6 in 16 ft - 17 ft. 10 in. 16ft 4 in - 18 ft. 4 in 16 ft - 17 ft. 10 in.
 (4.42-4.72 m) (5.13-5.44 m) (4.98-5.59 m) (5.13-5.43 m)
Tires/Mainframe36 X 17.5 14 ply 36 X 17.5 14 ply 36 X 17.5 14 ply 36 X 17.5 14 ply
Tires/Wings36 X 17.5 8 ply 36 X 17.5 8 ply 36 X 17.5 8 ply 36 X 17.5 8 ply
WeighttransferN/A Req'd with banders Standard Standard
TractorRequirements210-260 hp 250-320 hp 300-360 hp 360-425 hp
#ofseedopeners48 64 80 96
#offertilizeropeners24 32 40 48
discsize18 18 18 18
PackingpressureOperator adjusted Operator adjusted Operator adjusted Operator adjusted
Seedingdepth0-3 in. (0-7.6 cm) 0-3 in. (0-7.6 cm) 0-3 in. (0-7.6 cm) 0-3 in. (0-7.6 cm)
LengthofopenerN/A N/A N/A N/A
Rowspacing6/9 in. (15-23 cm) 6/9 in. (15-23 cm) 6/9 in. (15-23 cm) 6/9 in. (15-23 cm)
 paired row paired row paired row paired row
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