LMC HDNT-65 User manual

Rel. 07/22
Food Plotter No-Till Drill
HDNT-65
Operator’s Manual

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TO THE DEALER:
Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the LMC dealer. Read manual
instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.
TO THE OWNER:
Read this manual before operating your LMC equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a
better and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual
carefully and become acquainted with all the adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to
operate. Replacement manuals can be obtained from your selling dealer. The equipment you have purchased
has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use. Like all
mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified. Observe all safety
information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment. For service, your authorized LMC dealer has
trained mechanics, genuine LMC service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to handle all your
needs. Use only genuine LMC service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet
standards required for safe and satisfactory operation.
Record your implement model and serial number in the space provide below. Your dealer will need this
information to give you prompt, efficient service.
Model Number: ______________________________________
Serial Number: _______________________________________
Date Purchased: ______________________________________

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Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
Technical Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5
Safety …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Safety Signal Words ……………………………………………………………………………………. 6
General Safety Guidelines ……………………………………………………………………………… 7
Safety Decal Care ………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Before Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 8
During Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
Highway And Transport Operations …………………………………………………………………… 10-11
Attaching to Tractor…………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
Chain Routing…………………………………………………………………………………………... 13
Seed Rate Adjustment…………………………………………………………………………………. 14
Setting Application Charts……………………………………………………………………………... 15
Calibration Charts…………………………. …………………………………………………………... 16-17
Lubrication and Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………... 18
Torque Specifications ………………………………………………………………………………….. 19
Parts Breakdown ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 21-41
Warranty ………………………………………………………………………………………………... 42
Table of Contents

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Thank you for purchasing the HDNT-65 Food Plotter No-Till Drill. The HDNT-65 is the latest, most
reliable seeders produced in the US over the past 20 years. High precision seed boxes and flow control make
seeding a breeze with the ability to drill many different varieties and sizes of seed into all types of planting
conditions. Heavy built, but constructed to be able to be handled by tractors as low as 50 HP, the HDNT-65 is
designed for planting deer food plots around woodlands or high precision pasture seeding in the fall.
The 10 coulters at 7 1/2” high precision large seed cups accurately drop seeds into the openings. A
separate Legume seed box with high precision seed cups accurately drop seed along a “splash pan” that rains
the small seed over the soil. A packer roller system with Nylon rings or optional Cast Iron rollers help press
the seed into the ground and close up the cuts made by the disc openers.
Technical Specifications
• Three Point Hitch Cat. 1&2
• Heavy tubular frame construction
• All ground driven, no PTO shaft or gear-box to maintain
• Precise seed metering cups with individual clean out gates
• Rear roller packer rings to firm and smooth seedbed
• Water tight seed box with agitator shaft -calibration chart and seeding rate chart
• 10 Cast Iron double disc openers spaced at 7.5”
• Spring loaded coulters to cut through tough ground
• Optional Cast Iron roller rollers
HDNT-65 Food Plotter No Till Drill
Weight 1840 lbs.
Req. HP Minimum 50 HP
Cat. hitch 1 & 2
Double disc openers 10
Row spacing 7 1/2”
Hopper Capacity cu. ft. - front 10.00
Hopper Capacity cu. ft. - rear 2.00
Introduction

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Safety
It is important that you read the entire manual and to become familiar with this product before you begin using
it. This product is designed for certain applications only. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for issues
arising from modification. We strongly recommend this product not be modified and /or used for any
application other than that for which it is designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular
application, DO NOT use the product until you have first contacted us to determine if it can or should be
performed on the product.
Read and understand this manual and all safety signs before operating and maintaining . Review the safety
instructions and precautions annually.
Safety Signal Words
TAKE NOTE! This safety alert symbol found though out this manual is used to call you attention to
instructions involving you personal safety and the safety of others. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in injury or death.
This symbol means:
Attention!
Become alert!
Your safety is involved!
Note the use of the signal words, DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION with the safety messages.
The appropriate signal word for each has been selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine
components which, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, 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.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
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General Safety Guidelines
Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment.
Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However, every year many accidents
occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling
equipment. You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions in this section.
To avoid personal injury, study the following precautions and insist those working with you, or for you, follow
them.
Replace any DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or instruction safety decal that is not readable or is missing.
Location of such decals are indicated in this manual. Do not attempt to operate this equipment under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
Review the safety instructions with all users annually.
This equipment is dangerous to children and persons unfamiliar with its operation. The operator should be a
responsible adult familiar with farm machinery and trained in this equipment’s operations. Do not allow
persons to operate or assemble this unit until they have read this manual and have developed a
thorough understanding of the safety precautions and of how it works.
To prevent injury of death, use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protection System (ROPS). Do not paint
over, remove or deface any signs or warning decals on your equipment. Observe all safety signs and practice
the instructions on them.
Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question -
Don’t try it!
• Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible.
• Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current safety sign
• Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory.
Safety Decal Care
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How to install Safety Signs
• Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
• Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
• Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.
• Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky
backing in place.
• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in place.
• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of decal backing paper.
• Carefully study and understand this manual.
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, which may catch in moving parts.
• Always wear protective clothing and substantial shoes.
• Assure that all tires are inflated evenly.
• Give the unit a visual inspection for any loose bolts, worn parts or cracked welds, and make necessary
repairs. Follow the maintenance safety instructions included with this manual.
• Be sure that there are no tools lying on or in the equipment.
• Do not use the unit until you are sure that the area is clear, especially of children and animals.
• Don’t hurry the learning process or take the unit for granted. Ease into it and become familiar with your
new equipment.
• Practice operation of your equipment and its attachments. Completely familiarize yourself and other
operators with its operation before using.
• Use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protection System (ROPS) and fasten your seat belt prior to
starting engine.
• The manufacturer does not recommend usage of tractor with ROPS removed.
• Move tractor wheels to the widest recommended settings to increase stability.
• Securely attach to towing unit. Use a high strength, appropriately sized hitch pin with a mechanical retainer
and attach safety chain.
• Do not allow anyone to stand between the tongue or hitch and the towing vehicle when backing up to the
equipment.
• Do not use the unit until you are sure that the area is clear, especially of children and animals.
Before Operation
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• Children should not be allowed on the product.
• Clear the area of small children and bystanders before moving the feeder.
• If using a towing unit, securely attach feeder by using a hardened 3/4” pin, a metal retainer, and safety
chains if required. Shift towing unit to a lower gear before going down steep downgrades, thus using the
engine as a retarding force. Keep towing vehicle in gear at all times. Slow down for corners and rough
terrain.
• Make sure you are in compliance with all local and state regulations regarding transporting equipment on
public roads and highways. Lights and slow moving signs must be clean and visible by overtaking or
oncoming traffic when feeder in transported.
• Beware of bystanders, particularly children! Always look around to make sure that it is safe to start the
engine of the towing vehicle or move the unit. This is particularly important with higher noise levels and
quiet cabs, as you may not hear people shouting.
• NO PASSENGERS ALLOWED! Do not carry passengers anywhere on, or in, the tractor or equipment,
except as required for operation.
• Keep hands and clothing clear of moving parts.
• Do not clean, lubricate or adjust your equipment while it is moving.
• When halting operation, even periodically, set the tractor or towing vehicle brakes, disengage the PTO,
shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
• Be especially observant of the operating area and terrain. Watch for holes, rocks or hidden hazards. Always
inspect the area prior to operation.
• DO NOT operate near the edge of drop-offs or banks.
• DO NOT operate on steep slopes as overturns may result.
• Operate up and down (not across) intermediate slopes. Avoid sudden starts and stops.
During Operation
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• Adopt safe driving practices.
• Keep the brake pedals latched together at all times. Never use independent braking with machine in tow
as loss of control and/or upset of unit can result.
• Always drive at a safe speed relative to local conditions and ensure that your speed is low enough for an
emergency stop to be safe and secure. Keep speed at a minimum.
• Reduce speed prior to turns to avoid the risk of overturning.
• Avoid sudden uphill turns on steep slopes.
• Always keep the tractor or towing vehicle in gear to provide engine braking when going downhill. Do not
coast.
• Do not drink and drive!
• Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public
roads.
• Use approved accessory lighting flags and necessary warning devices to protect operators of other vehicles
on the highway during daylight and nighttime transport. Various safety lights and devices are available
from your dealer.
• The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities prohibit their
use. Local laws should be checked for all highway and marking requirements.
• When driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 40 kph (20 mph) at night or during
the day, use the amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV) identification emblem.
• Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
• Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow
bridges, intersections, etc.
• Be observant of bridge loading ratings. Do not cross bridges rated at lower than the gross weight at which
you are operating.
• Watch for obstructions overhead and to the side while transporting.
• Always operate in a position to provide maximum visibility at all times. Make allowances for increased
length and weight of the equipment when making turns, stopping the unit, etc.
• Pick the most level route when transporting across fields. Avoid the edges of ditches or gullies and steep
hillsides.
• Be extra careful when working in inclines.
Highway and Transport Operations
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• Maneuver the tractor or towing vehicle at safe speeds.
• Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles. Contact with overhead lines could cause serious injury or death.
• Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes, they can be dangerous for equipment operation or movement.
• Allow for unit length when making turns,
• Operate the towing vehicle from the operator’s seat only.
• Never stand alongside of unit with engine running or attempt to start engine and/or operate machine while
standing alongside of unit.
• Never leave running equipment attachments unattended.
• As a precaution, always recheck the hardware on equipment following every 100 hours of operation.
Correct all problems. Follow the maintenance safety procedures.
Highway and Transport Operations
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Attaching the Food Plotter
• Back up the tractor to the Food Plotter,
while lining up the lower tractor links
to the Food Plotter lower pins.
• Stop the engine, set the brake and
remove the key from the tractor and
block the tractor tires.
• Secure the tractor lower arms to the
Food Plotter lower pins with lynch
pins.
• Attach the tractor top link to the Food
Plotter with the top link pin and r-clip.
• Adjust the tractor sway bars/chains to
center the rotary cutter and remove
excess sway.
• Adjust lower links and top link so that
the Food Plotter is level.
• Operate the tractor hydraulic controls
very slowly up and down. There should be no contact between the Food Plotter or any part of the tractor.
Failure to check clearance can result in damage to the Food Plotter, tractor (especially the tires) and
possible injury to the operator. Maintain no less than 6” of clearance between the Food Plotter, tractor and
tractor tires throughout the complete range of motion.
Operating Instructions
• The top link on the tractor hitch should be properly adjusted to carry the machine level in an operating
position. During operation the tractor lift must be fully lowered to allow the machine to follow the contour
of the ground.
• The machine is totally ground driven, so proceed with a speed that is most comfortable and safe for
existing conditions.
• Be sure to stop forward motion before lifting machine off ground. This practice will stop rollers from ‘free
spinning’ and therefore eliminate the unwanted application of when turning around.
• Never operate the machine in reverse, serious damage will occur!
Attaching to Tractor
Warning: When attaching the Food Plotter, Never allow anyone to stand between the Food
Plotter and the tractor. Serious injury or death can occur!
Tractor Top Link
Tractor Lower Arms

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Chain Routing
Warning: Never attempt to adjust or change Food Plotter roller chains when ma-
chine is running. Serious injury or death can occur! Before attempting any work on
the tractor or implement, shut off tractor engine, remove key and set brake. Block
tires if necessary.
1 Small Hopper
2 Hopper Drive
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Large Hopper
To increase the seed rate, turn the knob on the right side of the hopper
clockwise, and lock the jam nuts on the threaded shaft to assure seeding
accuracy. Refer to the indicator reading on the square seed shaft and find
the corresponding number on the calibration chart to assure you new
rate. Reverse this procedure to decrease rate. Remember to rotate the
seed shaft while adjusting to prevent damage to cups especially if seeds
are in hopper.
Note: When seed cups are fully closed, the indicator should be on 0 (on
the rule). This can be adjusted by simply adjusting the opener as needed.
Fully open would be 1-3/4”.
Small Hopper
The seed rate adjustment for the small hopper is located on the left side of the
hopper behind the panel standing at the rear of the machine. To
increase the seed rate, turn the knob on the left side of the hopper
clockwise and then lock the jam nut. Refer to the indicator reading
on the square seed shaft (right side) and find the corresponding
number on the calibration chart to assure your new rate. Reverse this
procedure to decrease rate. Refer to Charts on pages 16 & 17 of this
manual or the rate chart located inside the hopper lid for the
corresponding seeding rate.
Note: When seed cups are fully closed, the indicator should be on 0
(on the rule). Fully open would be 1-1/8”.
Seed Rate Adjustment
Adjustment Handle
Adjustment Handle
Warning: LH Cover removed to show detail only.
Never operate implement unless all shields in place!
Serious injury or death can occur.

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Setting Application Rates
The most accurate way to set application rates is to drive a predetermined distance and physically catch the
seeds dispensed. To do this, remove at least one drop hose and tie a plastic bag onto bottom of seed cup.
Travel a determined distance and then weigh the seeds in the bag. Multiply the amount collected by the
number of cups on your machine. Refer to the following example to properly calibrate your machine.
To determine area covered calculate the following:
(Disc spacing x number of discs converted to ft.) x distance traveled and then divide by the square feet in an
acre.
10 disc with a 7.25” spacing = 72.50” (6.04 ft.) x 500 ft. traveled = 3,020 sq. ft. covered.
43,560 sq. ft. in acre/3,020 = 14.42% of acre covered.
If you collect 16 oz. (1 lb.) of seed from a single seed cup on the #5 setting after driving 500 ft.
(14.42% of an acre), you are putting out 69.35 lbs. per acre.
1 lb. (amount collected) x 10 seed cups = 10 lbs. total output by machine.
Distance traveled = 500 ft. (14.42% of acre)
1 x 10 / .1442 = 69.35 lbs. per acre
NOTE: The tables and rate charts are guidelines only! They are designed to be an aid as a starting point. You
must do your own calibration as many factors cause rates to change. Variations in seed/granular size, density,
moisture, seed treatment, and the amount of machine overlap will affect the final application rate.
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Calibration Chart - Large Hopper - Chart 2
Seed Cup Position
Seed Type 1/4 1/2 3/4 11-1/4 1-1/2 1-3/4 Gate Pos.
Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue 27 51 67 87 105 126 147 top
Annual Rye Grass 39 67 88 118 145 168 183 top
Kentucky Blue Grass 22 36 48 66 78 94 109 top
Perennial Rye Grass 36 57 76 103 126 151 160 top
Creeping Red Fescue 19 33 43 61 73 88 99 top
Rebel III Fescue 25 43 57 91 109 130 147 top
Pennington Contractor's Mix 30 46 63 90 109 130 145 top
Orchard Grass 15 25 34 52 64 75 82 top
Wheat 73 126 172 214 252 295 330 top
Oats 30 61 94 130 163 187 213 top
Fertilizer 10-10-10 88 151 199 297 367 430 472 middle
Top Dress 16-0-0105 183 246 367 451 535 687 top
Calibration Charts
Calibration Chart - Small Hopper - Chart 3
"lbs. per acre"
Seed Type 3/16 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 11-1/8
Pennsicola Bahai 4912 16 21 30 33
Centipede 6915 22 34 43 51
Hulled Bermuda 610 16 24 36 48 55
Red Clover 712 19 25 43 55 67
Landino Clover 610 19 25 40 54 63
Dixie Crimson 712 19 25 43 55 67
White Millet 412 19 25 42 54 64
Total Alfalfa 712 19 24 40 52 61
Carpet Grass 4913 24 30 37 45

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Seeds per Seed Box
Legume Seedbox (small hopper):
All small round types seeds that flow easily and are generally planted at a fairly low rate, typically from as low
as 3 lbs. per acre to about 65 lbs. per acre. This would include all clover, alfalfa, brassicas and many flowers
that have seed counts from about 100,000 seeds/lb to well over 7,000,000 seeds/lb. The seed size diameter
would be from about 3/16" (5 mm) to as small as 1/128" (0.019 mm).
Large Seedbox:
All cereal grains, rye, wheat, oats barley and rice. Any seeds that are irregular shaped (elongated, rice shape)
but still flow easily should be planted with this box. Most cool season grasses, such as fescue, ryegrass and
bluegrass would be planted with this box. All types of beans, peas, corn and sunflowers can be planted with
this box. Seed sizes would be from about 3/8" (9.5 mm) elongated up to about 3/8" (9.5 mm) diameter round.
Seeding rates are typically from about 25 lbs. per acre to 400 lbs. per acre.
Calibration Charts
Calibration Chart - Small Hopper - Chart 4
"lbs. per acre"
Flute Engagement
Seed Type 3/16 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 11-1/8
Sorghum 916 22 33 46 57 76
Kobe Lespedza 46916 22 25 30
Korean Lespedza 6915 24 36 43 52
Bi-Color Lespedza 10 18 24 33 48 64 75
Brown Top Millet 710 19 22 33 40 46
Japanese Millet 6915 22 30 36 39
Hybrid Pearl Millet 12 19 25 33 52 72 88
Rape 913 18 25 43 60 82
Switchgrass 913 18 22 31 39 42

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Important: It is important to thoroughly clean the seeder after use. Failure to do so can cause irreparable
damage to the seed cups and drive system. Grease and turn the Seed adjustment handle to ensure grease
lubricates the threads.
Changing Discs
Important: When replacing the discs, it is extremely important to remember
that one of the disc hubs has left hand threads and the other right hand threads.
The threads can be stiped if removed improperly. Left side hub, turn Clockwise
to loosen and turn counter-clockwise to tighten. Right side hub, turn counter-
clockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten.
Step 1: Remove the dust cap.
Step 2: Remove the external scraper dust cap.
Step 3: Remove hub nuts.
Step 4: Unscrew the hub from the disc support.
Step 5: Replace the discs and reassemble.
1 Hour Check all fasteners and hardware including set screws in sprockets and bearing collars and re-
tighten as necessary.
8 Hours Grease bearings and inspect chains for tightness.
25 Hours Remove guard cover on right hand side of machine and inspect chain; lubricate using multi-
purpose lithium base grease.
As needed: Remove any crop residue, grasses, weeds, or debris wrapped around shaft near bearings. This
can cause bearings to overheat and lead to premature failure.
Always: Protect the machine from weather. NEVER leaver fertilizer in hopper. Do not leave seed in
hopper for more than 24 hours. Remove all fertilizer and seeds from hopper. Thoroughly clean
hoppers and lubricate all drive chains before storage.
Important: When replacing the discs, it is extremely important to remember that
the left disc hub has reverse (LH) threads. The right disc hub has normal (RH)
threads. If turned incorrectly, they can strip.
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Notes:
This chart is an approximate estimate of torque values.
Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application.
Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual.
Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for Metric hardware.
Make sure that fastener threads are clean and that you properly start thread engagement.
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