John Shearer Pasture Tyne Drill User manual

JOHN SHEARER
Pasture Tyne Drill
Pasture Coulter Tyne Drill
Pasture Disc Drill
Operators
Manual
126J4

SAFETY
SAFETY FIRST
DO NOT OPERATE THE IMPLEMENT WITH CHAIN DRIVE GUARDS REMOVED
DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY WORK ON THE IMPLEMENT WHILE THE IMPLEMENT IS IN
MOTION. (I.E. CLEANING OF BOXES OR LUBRICATION OF DRIVES ETC.
PRIOR TO WORKING UNDERNEATH THE IMPLEMENT (E.G. CHANGING POINTS
ETC.) ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE IMPLEMENT IS ADEQUATELY SUPPORTED ON
BLOCKS.

CUSTOMER’S WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
(Please retain for your records)
Customer copy
IMPLEMENT TYPE:
IMPLEMENT SIZE:
SERIAL NO
SELLING DEALER:
DATE PURCHASED:
PLEASE READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL TO ENSURE CORRECT APPLICATION, OPERATION AND MAINTAINANCE FOR THIS MACHINE.
THANK YOU FOR BUYING JOHN SHEARER
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THE WARRANTY CARDS ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE TO ENSURE WARRANTY IS VALID.
IF THE WARRANTY CARDS ARE NOT CONFIRMED, THE WARRANTY
PERIOD WILL BEGIN ON THE DATE THE MACHINE LEAVES THE
FACTORY.

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PLEASE READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL TO ENSURE CORRECT APPLICATION, OPERATION AND MAINTAINANCE FOR THIS
MACHINE.
THANK YOU FOR BUYING JOHN SHEARER
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DEALER NAME: …………………………………… DEALER TOWN: …………………………….
IMPLEMENT MODEL: ……………………………. SIZE: ………………………………………….
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PURCHASERS NAME (Full)
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DATE OF PURCHASE: IMP. RECEIVED IN GOOD ORDER & CONDITION
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THE JOHN SHEARER LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY ENDORSED HERE-ON.
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IMPORTANT:- TO ENSURE YOUR CLIENTS ARE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY YOU MUST FILL OUT THIS
PORTION OF THE CARD AND RETURN WITHIN 7 DAYS TO JOHN SHEARER LIMITED
P.O. BOX 32, WELLAND, S.A. 5007
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IMPLEMENT MODEL: ……………………………. SIZE: ………………………………………….
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DEALER’S PRE DELIVERY IMPLEMENT CHECK WHEN DONE SIGNATURE
PURCHASERS NAME (Full)
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DATE OF PURCHASE: IMP. RECEIVED IN GOOD ORDER & CONDITION
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THE JOHN SHEARER LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY ENDORSED HERE-ON.
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assist us greatly in after sales service, development of new products and customer awareness
of Shearer products.
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PRE-DELIVERY CHECK
1. On delivery of PASTURE DRILL ensure there are no shortages.
2. Check Implement equipment, to ensure as ordered.
3. Check for trans-shipping damage.
4. Refer to lubrication section, page 13, for greasing and routine check points.
5. Check and tighten bolts and nuts, (including wheel nuts).
6. Check tyne spacing. For specific dimensions refer to page 20 & 21.
7. Ensure that implement is fully assembled and operating correctly.
8. Demonstrate and explain operation to the client.
9. Explain terms and conditions of Warranty to client

Congratulations on the purchase of your new JOHN
SHEARER PTY LTD implement. You have just joined the
growing number of John Shearer customers and we trust
that your implement will give you many years of
satisfaction. The following information contained in this
manual is provided with regards to your implement's operation,
maintenance and warranty; however, should you require further assistance,
contact your registered John Shearer Dealer.
WARRANTY POLICY
This warranty (‘this Warranty’) provides information regarding the operation,
maintenance and warranty of John Shearer Pty Limited’s (‘John Shearer’) products.
Warranty against Defects
John Shearer warrants to the original purchaser (‘you’ or ‘your’) that any product
manufactured by John Shearer (‘Product’) and sold to you whether directly or through
a dealer (‘the Dealer’) will be free from defects to the extent set out in this Warranty.
John Shearer warrants that any Product or parts of a Product proven to be defective
(‘the Defective Product’) will either be repaired or replaced by John Shearer.
Products will only be proven to be defective by a person appointed by John Shearer.
John Shearer holds the discretion to determine whether a Defective Product is to be
repaired or replaced.
Any Defective Product must be returned to the Dealer at your cost within 12 months of
delivery of the Product to you.
No warranty is given in relation to:
any Product that has been misused;
any Product that has been used contrary to its normal and, or intended use;
any Product that has been used contrary to the recommendations of John
Shearer and, or the Dealer;
any Product that has been altered, modified or had any parts substituted in any
way not authorised by John Shearer and, or the Dealer;
any defect of which you should have reasonably identified by examining the
Product or of which you were notified of; and
general wear and tear during normal use of the Product.
All defects must be reported immediately by you to the Dealer.
Modifications by John Shearer
John Shearer reserves the right at all times to vary, modify and, or improve its
Products or parts without notification.
John Shearer has no responsibility to vary, modify and, or improve Products sold to
conform with any such modifications.
Freight and Travel Charges
John Shearer accepts no responsibility in relation to:
travelling and, or freight charges; and
damage caused during travel and, or freight.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, John Shearer and the Dealer will not be liable
for any actions, suits, proceedings, claims, demands, costs, expenses or damages
whatsoever which may arise either directly or indirectly in respect of the Product,
including but not limited to negligent use of the Product.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, any non-compliance with this Warranty will
automatically void any warranty given by John Shearer in relation to the Product.
No warranty is given if you have breached any terms and conditions forming part of
the contract between you and John Shearer and, or the Dealer by which the
Product was sold to you.
John Shearer will not be held responsible for any third party warranties offered in
addition to the warranties offered under this Warranty. Any third party warranties
are directly between you and the third party offering those warranties.
Consumer Rights
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also
entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
The warranties given by John Shearer under this Warranty are in addition to your
other rights and remedies under the Australian Consumer Law in relation to the
Product.
However, to the fullest extent permissible by law, John Shearer does not provide
any consumer guarantees which are not required to be given at law.
Service and Maintenance
It is your responsibility to:
maintain and operate the Product in a safe and correct manner and in
accordance with the specifications and operating limitations set out by John
Shearer; and
service the Product regularly in accordance with the recommendations of
John Shearer. Claims
All claims under this Warranty are to be sent to for the attention of Franco Perrotta
at John Shearer Pty Ltd. P.O. Box 2466 Regency Park SA 5942
For further assistance, contact the Dealer.
Warranty Provider
This Warranty is provided to you by:
John Shearer Pty Limited
34 Burleigh Ave, Woodville North SA 5012
[phone]
[email protected]

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JOHN SHEARER
ESTABLISHED 1877 LIMITED
INCORPORATED IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA
HEAD OFFICE & FACTORY
BOX 32 WELLAND
SOUTH AUSTRALIA 5007
TELEPHONE [phone]
STREET LOCATION SHARE STREET, KILKENNY
FAX No. [phone] (SPARE PARTS)
Website: www.johnshearer.com.au
Spare parts email: [email protected]
WHEN ORDERING SPARE PARTS PLEASE
STATE:
1. MODEL, SERIAL NUMBER & SIZE (OF THE MACH. / IMP.)
2. PART NUMBER AND DESCRIPTION (OF THE SPARE PART).
3. NUMBER OF PARTS REQUIRED.
4. FORWARDING INSTRUCTIONS.
5. CORRECT NAME & ADDRESS OF DESTINATION.
MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER PLATE
IS PLACED ON THE LEFT HAND FRONT OF
THE MAIN FRAME.
MADE & PRINTED IN AUSTRALIA BY JOHN SHEARER LIMITED.
M126J4 JULY 2009
CONTENTS
PAGES DESCRIPTION
4 SPECIFICATION
5-11 SETTING UP / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
12 MAINTAINANCE OF “T” BOOTS
13 LUBRICATION
14 TYRE PRESSURES
15 SOWING RATES CALIBRATION
16 GRAIN AND FERTILISER CHART
17 DRIVE FACTOR CHART
18 GRASS SEED CHART
19 TROUBLESHOOTING - PHASING HYDRAULIC
CYLINDERS
20-21 TYNE / TYNE & COULTER SPACING
24-27 MAIN FRAME, G & F BOX, PLATFORM ETC. (TYNE
DRILL)
27 PREVIOUS PLATFORM & HANDRAIL
28-29 GRAIN & FERTILIZER SHAFTS, GATES ETC.
30-33 DRIVES (TYNE DRILL)
34-35 GEARBOX
36-37 COULTER ASSEMBLIES, TYNE ASSEMBLIES,
POINTS ETC.
38-39 T BOOT ASSY
40-41 DISCS AND SCRAPERS ETC. (DISC DRILL)
42-45 DOUBLE DISC OPENER
46-49 KITS –GRASS SEED BOX
50-51 TRANSFERS
52-53 HITCH KIT –PHASING RAMS.
54 FARMSCAN HECTAREMETER CALIBRATION
55 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER PARTS
56 TROUBLESHOOTING

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SPECIFICATIONS
No. OF SOWING ROWS 10 13 16 19
SOWING WIDTH: m 1.8 2.3 2.9 3.4
(ft) (5’10”) (7’8”) (9’6”) (11’2”)
SOWING SPACING: 180mm (7”)
BOX CAPACITY:
Rear –seed - kg 160 210 260 310
(lb) (352) (462) (572) (675)
Front –fertilizer - kg 220 285 352 420
(lb) (484) (627) (774) (920)
TYNE DRILL:
Tyne Type –“580” spring release
Jump Height –250mm (10”)
Tyne Breakaway Force –16mm diameter spring, adjustable to a
maximum 740N (165lbf)
Tyne Spacing:
Between Rows - 1st and 2nd –475mm (18 7/8”)
2nd and 3rd –425mm (16 7/8”)
Along Rows - 540mm (21¼”)
Weight Empty - kg 670 780 890 1070
(approx.) (lb) (1475) (1715) (1960) (2355)
COULTER TYNE DRILL:
Spring Release (Double & Single) Coulter Units
Disc Diameter - 280mm (11”) or 356mm (14”)
Jump Height - 160mm (6¼”)
Tynes - “Same as tyne drill”
Tyne Spacing:
Between Rows - 425mm (16 7/8”)
Along Rows - 360mm (14”)
Weight Empty - kg 820 970 1130 1425
(approx.) (lb) (1800) (2135) (2485) (3050)
DISC DRILL:
Disc Diameter - 330mm (13”)
Jump Height - 350mm (13 ¾”)
Disc Spacing - 180mm (7”)
Weight Empty - kg 808 959 1111 1332
(approx) (lb) (1781) (2114) (2449) (2937)
DEPTH WHEELS: 235/75 X 15
(215/85 X 16 on 19R DDO Version)
Max. working depth 100mm (4”)
Adjustable by screw adjustment.
SEED & FERTILISER DISTRIBUTORS:
Seed - Fluted roller with restrictor for small seeds,
low rates
Fertilizer - Nylon peg tooth distributor roller.
Gates - Adjustable rubber in both compartments.
GEARBOX: Fully enclosed 31 speed oil bath gearbox,
with external change gears, for both
compartments.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT: Spring Tooth Harrows
Broad Bean Rollers
A wide range of Points & Fittings
Due to our policy of continuing research, these specifications are
subject to change without prior notification.

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SETTING UP / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on the purchase of your new PASTURE DRILL.
This manual has been prepared to assure the proper set up,
operation and trouble free service.
After reading this manual, keep it in the carrier provided on the
implement for quick and easy reference should any question arise
concerning operation or service.
Your PASTURE DRILL is designed to give maximum service life, but
a routine lubrication and maintenance schedule must be followed as
shown on the lubrication chart (see page 13)
SETTING UP –LINKAGE IMPLEMENT
The following steps should be taken to achieve satisfactory operation
of this implement.
IMPLEMENT LEVELING “FRONT TO REAR”
Adjust top lift link length on tractor to level implement, “front to rear”.
Extend the link to increase depth of working of the rear tynes. Set the
Disc Drill with the grain and fertilizer box support “level” in the
working position.
IMPLEMENT LEVELING “SIDE TO SIDE”
Screw assemblies on both left and right hand sides of the implement
are adjusted to level the implement, at working depth. Also adjust the
tractor lower links so that tynes or discs enter the soil evenly.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
Set telescopic depth adjusters to the maximum working depth
desired.
TURNING
Avoid turning sharply with points / discs in the ground. At corners, lift
them out of the ground. The sowing of headlands will then eliminate
oversowing on corners.

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SETTING UP –TRAILED IMPLEMENT
IMPLEMENT LEVELLING “FRONT TO REAR”.
Adjust hitch link to level implement “front to rear”. Extend the link to
increase depth of working of the rear tynes. Set the Disc Drill with the
grain and fertilizer box support “level” in the working position.
IMPLEMENT LEVELING “SIDE TO SIDE” /
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
Set the adjusting screws on each side.
TURNING
Avoid turning sharply with tynes / discs in the ground. Lift the
machine out of the ground at corners and low headlands separately
to avoid oversowing.
(TO PREVENT THE
POSSIBILITY OF
MACHINE
OVERTURNING
BACKWARDS.)
SOWING RATES
Select sowing rates as per the sowing chart.
N.B. This chart is to be used as a guide only.
Check sowing rate as follows:-
The sowing rate chart is based on an effective wheel rolling
radius of 330mm. That is 1410 revolutions (19 row), 1675
revolutions (16 row), 2061 revolutions (13 row) and 2679
revolutions (10 row) of the drive correspond to 1 hectare.
CALIBRATION
See page 15
GATE SETTING
The seed and fertilizer metering rollers have an adjustable gate
at the metering point under the roller. This adjustment allows for
the diversity in size of seed and types of fertilizer. To ensure
accurate metering of material, it is essential that these gates be
correctly adjusted in accordance with the information supplied
below.
Gauges for Setting Gap
# 29939
Gauge gate 3mm
Fluted roller
# 23470
Gauge gate 1.5mm
Peg roller
# 33657
Gauge gate 4mm
Broad bean roller

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Procedure for resetting gates if required:
1. Remove the sowing cups part number 39948.
2. Loosen collar part number 18503 on gate levers and
disengage pin part number 18515 from bracket assembly
part number 18598.
3. Obtain a spanner to fit the gate shafts. (20mm)
4. With one hand place the gauge between the lip of the gate
and the roller.
5. With other hand move the gate shaft using the spanner until
the gauge fits nicely between roller and the gate (rather like
a feeler gauge)
6. Do not have too tight, otherwise the edge of gate will wear
on rollers.
7. When you have the gauge (as selected) in this position, you
have gate setting one (1).
8. For placing the pin part number 18515 in position one (1)
on bracket part number 18598 and tightening socket screw
part number 18789 –it is preferable to have the help of
another person.
9. Note the gate levers when set in position one (1), are in a
different relationship to each other.
GEARBOX SETTINGS
The JSL gearbox has 31 settings for each box compartment of
the drill. These settings are shown on the Grain and Fertilizer
Chart on page 16, together with a guide to the output for the
various products when using the different settings.
Procedure for selecting gear settings on the JSL gearbox:
1. Disengage the gearbox: Move the
handle across and out as shown.
2. Select Letter Gears for the front box (eg. For setting A5
on the chart, move the selector so that “A” is the letter on
the edge of the housing)

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3. Select Number Gears for the front box (eg. For setting
A5 on the chart, move the selector so that “5” is the
number on the edge of the housing)
4. Repeat 2 and 3 for the rear box selectors.
5. Engage the gearbox: move the handle
back all the way to the stop, as shown.
Please Note: Do not force the handle.
If the handle does not easily move all
the way to the stop, it may be
necessary to move the gear selectors
slightly.
GRAIN AND FERTILISER BOX CAPACITIES
The Grain and Fertilizer box is fitted with distributors, which
allow either grain or fertilizer in both compartments. The two
compartments of the box are unequal in volume. This feature
allows whichever material is being used in higher quantities to
be placed in the larger (front) compartment. However it is
recommended to fill the heavier material (usually fertilizer) into
the front compartment, to improve stability.
The relative volumes are:-
FRONT COMPARTMENT = 55%, REAR COMPARTMENT = 45%
Where both compartments are being used for the same
material, optimum use is made of the whole box capacity if the
sowing rates selected for each compartment are in the same
ratio as the compartment volumes.
i.e. 1.25
1
For example: If a sowing rate of 100 kg/ha is required, the
sowing rates selected for the front compartment should be
55kg/ha and for the rear 45kg/ha. This will provide, as near as
possible, simultaneous emptying of both compartments.
DISTRIBUTORS
The peg tooth distributor in the front compartment is suitable for
both fertilizer and smaller grains, up to the size of peas and
lupins.
The fluted distributor in the rear compartment is suitable for
fertilizers and grains including pasture and larger seeds. For
low rates use the restrictor.
DO NOT USE THE RESTRICTOR WITH FERTILISERS.
NOTE: For broad beans, a special distributor is available. (see
page 27)

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TYNE SPRING TENSION
Set tyne spring tensions equally on each row.
Tynes on the front two rows are more likely to need tension. To
avoid higher loads than necessary on the tyne assembly
components, use the minimum spring tension that will achieve
the penetration required.
COULTERS
Coulter assemblies are designed to incorporate “stump jump”
capabilities.
The “jumper head” of the assembly provides an in-built (fixed)
stop to limit the downward travel of the coulter assembly and an
adjustable loading spring.
The “out of ground” height of the coulter, with respect to the
tyne points, is adjustable by extending the arm.
To ensure that the coulter will continue to cut the ground cover
material even while traversing “hollow ground”, it is desirable
that the coulter assembly contacts the ground “well before the
implement tynes are at their normal operating depth”. That is, in
normal operation on level ground the coulters will be “dragged
back” - the jumper head assembly will be normally operating
“off the stop”, and
with the spring
consequently
being compressed
“beyond the initial
preload setting”.
Begin initially with
minimum spring
preload settings.
If –after having set
up the static “out of
ground” geometry
as recommended –
the operating depth is too shallow (at normal point operating
depth) spring pressure may then be increased as required.
STEPS TO SETTING UP COULTERS
Set coulter spring pressure at MINIMUM.
Adjust length of coulter arm to provide maximum “follow down”
capability.
Operate at desired working depth.
If coulter working depth is inadequate, increase spring pressure
as necessary. Double coulters will require more pressure.
PASTURE DISC DRILL
PENETRATION OF DISCS
Where you are unable to gain enough penetration with the
discs due to hard conditions, more pressure can be obtained by
compressing the springs on the pressure rods.
BREAST SET ON DISCS
The set of the disc may be altered by fitting or removing breast
adjustment spacers (item 18, page 38) between the arm and
the drill boot.
Spacers fitted between the arm and the front hole of the disc
boot gives a 50mm set to the disc and to the back hole gives a
70mm set. Spacers taken out all together give a 60mm set to
the disc. Increasing breast angle of disc aids trash or clod
clearance, but reduces penetration.
The breast cut of the discs is adjustable to vary the width of the
sowing slot.

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CONVOLUTED TUBES AND RUBBER CUPS
Fit two convolutions of the hose over the adaptor then fit the
adaptor inside the cup, fit also two convolutions in to the drill
boot. They are to be fitted so that the lip inside the boot holds
the second convolution.
To fit, squeeze the end of the tube and insert in so far as three
convolutions then manipulate back into the second convolution,
kneading as required to remove kinks, stretching, also helps to
settle the tube into correct position. If only one convolution is
fitted it could pull out when strain is placed on it during working.
Fit hose cup to the distributor with the straight side of the cup
facing the front. Align cup by rotating tube in boot.
STORAGE
At seasons end, this implement should be stored away, jacked
up and placed on blocks to take the weight off the tyres. It
should be thoroughly cleaned, removing all traces of seed or
fertilizer from compartments and distributors.
Fill gearbox with oil.
Remove chains, clean, lubricate and store in a clean, dry
location.
Grease all bearings.
Touch up scratched or damaged paintwork.
FERTILIZER CORROSION DAMAGE
The hopper must be “COMPLETELY AND THOROUGHLY
CLEANED OUT” after use, to help prevent corrosion. It is
especially important that the hopper is not left overnight with
any fertilizer remaining in it. Particular attention should be paid
to keeping the area around the critical distributor/bearing/gate
components free of fertilizer
This recommendation is applicable irrespective of the kind of
fertilizer in use, but is more important with the higher analysis,
high nitrogen, fertilizers.
DOUBLE DISC OPENERS
DOWN PRESSURE
For best results, set the pressure only enough to ensure
adequate penetration. Packing pressure for use in soft ground
should be much lower than for hard ground.
To adjust, turn the bolt as shown below to increase or decrease
the spring pressure as required. Increasing spring pressure will
increase the down pressure on the opener/press wheel.
TURNING
Lift the disc clear of the ground when turning to avoid damage.

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DDO DEPTH SETTINGS

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SAFETY FIRST
DO NOT OPERATE THE IMPLEMENT WITH CHAIN DRIVE GUARDS REMOVED.
DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY WORK ON THE IMPLEMENT WHILE THE IMPLEMENT IS IN MOTION. (I.E. CLEANING OF BOXES OR
LUBRICATION OF DRIVES ETC.).
PRIOR TO WORKING UNDERNEATH THE IMPLEMENT (E.G. CHANGING POINTS, ETC.) ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE
IMPLEMENT IS ADEQUATELY SUPPORTED ON BLOCKS.
WITH STANDARD LINKAGE COULTER TYNE DRILL
WITH TRAILER HITCH FITTED (OPTIONAL EXTRA)

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MAINTENANCE OF “T” BOOTS
A tungsten carbide insert has been fitted to the leading edge of
the blade
Because the blade is expected to carve a channel through hard
abrasive soils, stones and rocks etc., DO NOT DISREGARD
NORMAL MAINTENANCE. Continual maintenance of the blade
is necessary. The tungsten carbide will slowly wear, but blade
surfaces will wear more quickly.
Regularly check that all bolts are tight
Ensure that the boot is kept clean of blockages due to buildup
of grain or fertilizer so that an unrestricted flow of product is
possible.
TENSION ON SPRINGS
The pressure is taken at the bolt that holds the boot on. The
correct pressure on tynes is important, the tynes must work on
their springs and vibrate to crumble the soil and create tilth over
the seed.
3 POINT LINKAGE MACHINES
When using 3-point linkage implements fitted with “T” boots
there are guide lines to follow to minimize wear.
a) When drilling you must sow in a straight line.
b) If you turn without lifting you will cause excessive wear
on sides of blades and sowing tubes.
c) Lift implement when you come to a corner.
d) Be in motion when entering ground and lift when
stopping.
e) Do not let implement roll back, if you do, sowing tubes
will block with soil forced into opening. “T” BOOT

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LUBRICATION
ROUTINE CHECKS
CHECK TYRE PRESSURES (REF, PAGE 14)
CHECK ADJUSTMENT OF ALL DRIVE CHAINS.
GENERALLY INSPECT ALL BOLTS AND NUTS FOR TIGHTNESS
DO NOT LEAVE FERTILISER IN THE IMPLEMENT OVERNIGHT.
(PARTICULARY HYGROSCOPIC FERTILISER, WHICH WILL
TAKE UP MOISTURE AND HARDEN)
ITEM
INSTRUCTIONS
WHEEL BEARINGS
GREASE ONCE PER WORKING MONTH
DISTRIBUTOR BEARINGS
GREASE ALL DISTRIBUTOR BEARINGS WEEKLY
DRIVE CHAINS
ANNUAL STORAGE MAINTAINANCE
CLUTCH (Trailed Kit)
GREASE DAILY
TYNE ASSEMBLIES
GREASE DAILY IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS –LESS
FREQUENTLY ACCORDING TO ACTUAL
OPERATING CONDITIONS.
AXLE ROCKSHAFTS
GREASE DAILY, WITH WHEELS RAISED CLEAR OF
GROUND
SPROCKET ASSEMBLY
(DOUBLE)
GREASE DAILY
GEARBOX OIL
AS PER THIS PAGE –CHECK ANNUALLY
GREASE NIPPLES
ALL GREASE NIPPLES SHOULD BE LUBRICATED
PRIOR TO STORAGE OF THE IMPLEMENT AT END
OF EACH WORKING PERIOD.