Monosem NG Plus 4 Programming manual

Twin-Row Mounted
Includes Instructions for:
• Safety
• Operation
• Maintenence
Operator & Parts Manual
op&parts.09
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INTRODUCTION _____________________________________________________________________________
Congratulations on your purchase of a MONOSEM planter.
This manual has been prepared for use in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of the planter. Read this manual
carefully before operating your planter.
The information used in compiling this manual is current, however as production changes do occur on a continual
basis, Monosem Inc. reserves the right to change specifications or designs without notice and without the obligation
to install the same on previously manufactured machines.
Please take the time now to record your serial number and date of purchase for a reference when ordering
replacement parts for your Monosem NG Plus 4 planter.
Serial Number _______________________________
Date _________________________________________
The WARRANTY for your NG Plus 4 planter is printed on the back cover.
While reading your manual you will see the symbol and the words CAUTION, WARNING, DANGER.
Pay particular attention to the safety information given. Failure to observe the safety symbols can cause damage to
the machine and/or personal injury. A detailed description of the safety symbols and their meaning is found in the
safety section of this manual.
2 precautions for successful planting:
1. Choose a reasonable working speed adapted to the
field conditions and desired accuracy.
2. Check proper working of the seed metering, seed
placement, spacing and density when starting up and
from time to time during planting.
… and don't forget – accurate planting is the
key to a good stand!
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QUICK REFERENCE______________________________________________________________
Twin-Row 3pt MOUNTED
SAFETY 1 ROW UNIT 6
GENERAL SAFETY 1. 1 SEED DEPTH 6.1
BEFORE OPERATION 1. 1 V PRESS WHEELS 6.1
DURING & FOLOWING OPERATION 1. 2 DEPTH GAUGE WHEELS 6.2
UNHOOKING THE PLANTER 1. 2 DOUBLE DISC OPENERS 6.2
STORING THE PLANTER 1. 2 STABILIZER SPRINGS 6.2
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE 1. 3 DRIVE CHAIN 6.2
TIRE SAFETY 1. 3 SEED HOPPER 6.2
DRIVE LINE SAFETY 1. 3 SEED METERING SYSTEM 6.3
HYDRAULIC SAFETY 1. 3 EXTRA LARGE SEED 6.4
SAFETY STICKERS 1. 4 DISENGAGING THE METER BOX 6.4
SEED TUBE 6.4
PREPARING THE PLANTER 2 METERING BOX ADJUSTMENT 6.5
LUBRICATION 2. 1 SEED DISC 6.5
CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT 2. 2 SEED CHUTE 6.5
TIRE PRESSURE 2. 2 SEED DISC IDENTIFICATION 6.6
VALVE BLOCK INSPECTION 2. 2 SEED DISC RECOMMENDATIONS 6.6
TRACTOR HOOKUP 2. 3 ASSEMBLY - ROW UNIT 6.8
LEVELING THE PLANTER 2. 4 ASSEMBLY-CLOSING WHEEL 6.10
TRANSPORTING THE PLANTER 2. 4 ASSEMBLY-GAUGE WHEEL ARM 6.10
OPERATING SPEED 2. 4 ASSEMBLY-GAUGE WHEEL 6.11
FIELD TEST 2. 4 ASSEMBLY-METERING BOX 6.12
CHECKING SEED POPULATION 2. 5 METERING BOX TROUBLESHOOTING 6.13
UNHOOKING THE PLANTER 2. 5 ASSY-UP/ DOWN PRESSURE SPRING 6.14
STORING THE PLANTER 2. 5 ASSY-7.5" HILLER DISC- FLAT PRESS 6.16
ASSY -7.5" HILLER DISC- V PRESS 6.17
FRAME 3 ASSEMBLY- OFFSET 7.5" 6.18
TWIN-ROW 4 X 2 ROW 3.1 ASSEMBLY-OFFSET 9" 6.19
TWIN-ROW 6 X 2 ROW AND LARGER 3.2 ASSY-7.5" V PRESS CLOSING WHEEL 6.20
ASSEMBLY - REAR WHEEL BLOCK 3.3 ASSY-7.5" FLAT PRESS WHEEL CLOSING 6.21
ASSEMBLY - FRONT WHEEL BLOCK 3.5 ASSEMBLY- TWIN-ROW HOPPER 6.22
TRANSMISSION 4
PLANTING RATE CHART 4.1
ASSEMBLY - SINGLE PLATE TRANS. 4.2 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 7
ASSEMBLY & ADJ. TRANSMISSION 4.2
SEED POPULATION CHART 4.3 ATTACHMENTS 7.0
DRIVE 5 ROW MARKERS 7.1
STANDARD TURBOFAN 5.1
ASSEMBLY-STANDARD TURBOFAN 5.2 AIR INSECTICIDE SYSTEM 7.2
ASSY - HIGH OUTPUT TURBOFAN 5.4-5.5
ASSY - EXTRA HIGH OUTPUT 5.6-5.7 US GRANULAR INSECTICIDE SYSTEM 7.3
ASSEMBLY - HYDRAULIC DRIVE 5.8-5.9
VACUUM GAUGE SETTINGS 5.10 MICROSEM MICROGRANULAR SYSTEM 7.4
ASSEMBLY - VACUUM GAUGE 5.10 DRY FERTILIZER 7.5
LIQUID FERTILIZER 7.7
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SPECIFICATIONS ____________________________________________________________________________
Twin-Row, 7" x 7" 3pt MOUNTED
FRAME – Three Point Mounted
Double Rigid Toolbar:
7"x7" Bottom Toolbar
5"x5" Top Toolbar
PLANTING UNIT – NG Plus 4 Monosem
Vacuum Metering Box
Double Disc Opener
Gauge Wheels
Adjustable Closing Wheels
STANDARD ROW SPACING
7 ½" - 9" Spacing Between the Twin Rows WIDTH WEIGHT*
4 x 2 Row – 30-40" Rows ---------------------- 14' 3569 lbs.
6 x 2 Row – 30-40" Rows ---------------------- 20' 4559 lbs.
8 x 2 Row – 30-40" Rows ---------------------- 25' 5960 lbs.
*The base machine weights include planter frame, optional row markers, drive components, tires and wheels,
hydraulic cylinders and NG Plus 4 row units with seed hopper and lid.
DRIVE SYSTEM
Ground Drive, 7.60 x 15" 6-Ply Tires
Two Drive/Gauge Wheels on 4x2 &
6x2 Row
Four Drive/Gauge Wheels on 8x2 Row
TRANSMISSION
Two End Mounted, Quick Change Sprockets
No. 50 Chain with Spring Loaded Idler
MARKERS
Low Profile Single and Double Fold
TURBOFAN
High Output 500 or 1000 rpm
Extra High Output 540 rpm
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Hydraulic Drive
Electronic Seed Monitor
Microsem Insecticide System
Disc Hiller system, w/Flat or V Press Wheel
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TABLE OF CONTENTS_____________________________________________________________________________
1. SAFETY
2. PREPARATION
3. FRAME
4. TRANSMISSION
5. DRIVE
6. ROW UNIT
7. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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Due to ongoing upgrades specifications may change without notice, contact a Monosem Rep for current information.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ______________________________________________________________________
1.
1
This symbol means:
ATTENTION - BECOME ALERT
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
When you see this symbol on the machine or
in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal
safety. Follow all recommended precautions. Safety
of the operator is one of the main concerns in
designing and developing a new piece of equipment.
You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by
observing the warning signs.
Keep safety warning signs clean and readable.
Replace all labels on your machine that are damaged,
unreadable, or missing.
The signal words used in this manual and on the
machine are DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION. Signal words designate a level of
hazard:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
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, or to alert against unsafe
practices.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury, or to alert against unsafe practices.
Listed below are safety precautions that should
become standard practice before and during
operation, transport, and maintenance of the planter.
GENERAL SAFETY
Any alterations to the design of this planter may
create safety hazards. In the case of alterations or
changes, you MUST follow all appropriate safety
standards and practices to protect you and others near
this machine from injury.
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper
use can result in injury to persons, animals and soil.
Handle with care and follow instructions of the
chemical manufacturer.
BEFORE OPERATION
•Carefully study and understand this manual.
•Learning takes time. Do not hurry the learning process
or take the unit for granted. Ease into it and become
familiar with your new planter.
•Practice operating your planter and its attachments.
Completely familiarize yourself and other operators with
its operation before using.
•Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could catch in
moving parts.
•Wear suitable protective clothing,
shoes, protective hearing and safety
glasses. Have necessary safety
equipment for handling certain materials you may come
in to contact with, such as extremely dusty, molds, fungi,
bulk fertilizers, insecticides, etc.
•Inflate the planter tires evenly.
•Inspect the planter for loose bolts, worn parts or
cracked welds, and make necessary repairs. Never
operate equipment that is not in safe working condition.
•Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system, make
sure all connections are tight and that hoses and fittings
are not damaged. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure
can penetrate the skin causing serious injury.
•Before operating the planter for the first time and
periodically thereafter, check to be sure the lug nuts on
the transport wheel are properly torqued. This is
especially important you are going to transport the planter
for a long distance.
•Do not allow anyone to stand between the tongue or
hitch and the towing vehicle when backing up to the
planter.
•Lower the toolbar stands to support the planter.
Do not stand between the tractor and the planter
when connecting or disconnecting the implement.
•Install lock ups on markers, as provided prior to
transporting the planter or working around the unit.
•Stay clear when raising or lowering folding sections.
Make sure no one else is near the planter when the folding
sections are raising or lowering.
•Remove any tools that are on or in the planter.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ______________________________________________________________________
1.
2
DURING OPERATION
•Beware of bystanders, particularly children!
Always look around to make sure that it is safe to
start the engine of the towing vehicle.
•Use necessary safety lights and devices and
observe legal regulations before transporting on
public roads. Check to be sure that all warning lights
are working properly before transporting machine.
•Do not allow passengers anywhere on or in the
planter during operation.
•Be especially observant of the operating area and
terrain – watch for holes, rocks or other hidden
hazards.
•Always inspect the operating area prior to
operation. Do not operate near the edge of drop-offs
or banks. Be extra careful when working on inclines.
•Do not operate on steep slopes as overturn
may result.
•Avoid sudden uphill turns on steep
slopes, as shift of weight could cause a
rollover.
•Reduce speed prior to turns to avoid the risk of
overturning.
•Keep hands and clothing clear of moving parts.
•Always make sure there are no persons near the
planter when the marker assemblies are in operation.
•If a marker cylinder was removed for any reason,
do not attach the rod end of the cylinder until the
cylinder is cycled several times to remove any air that
may be trapped in the system.
•Serious injury or death can result from contact with
electric lines. Use care to avoid contact with electric
lines when moving or operating this machine.
•This planter is designed to be driven by ground
tires only. The use of hydraulic, electric or PTO
dives may create serious safety hazards to you and
the people nearby. If you install such drives you
must follow all appropriate safety standards and
practices to protect you and others near this planter
from injury.
•Lower the planter when not in use and cycle the
hydraulic control lever to relieve pressure in hoses.
FOLLOWING OPERATION
•When you stop operation of the planter, even if
periodically, stop the tractor, set the tractor or towing
vehicle brakes, disengage the PTO and all power
drives, shut off the engine and remove the ignition
key.
UNHOOKING THE PLANTER
•Lower the toolbar stands to support the planter.
Do not stand between the tractor and the planter
when connecting or disconnecting the implement.
•Before unhooking the planter from the tractor,
fully extend the jack stands to the point where the
toolbar will remain level. Lock the stands securely in
place with the locking pins.
•Lower the planter to the ground. Set the tractor or
towing vehicle brakes, disengage PTO and all power
drives, shut off the engine and remove the ignition
key.
•Unhook the tractor lift arms from hitch pockets and
remove center link. If a quick attach is used, position
levers so that the locking mechanism is in the
“unlatched” position and lower.
•When the lift arms or quick attach arms are clear of
the tractor, slowly drive the tractor away from the
planter.
STORING THE PLANTER
•Store the planter on a dry, level surface. An
uneven surface could cause the planter to shift or fall,
resulting in injury or death. Store planter in an area
away from human activity.
•Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored planter.
•The planter should be stored in a dry and dust-free
location with the hydraulic cylinders closed.
•Engage all safety devices for storage.
•You may need wheel chocks to prevent the parked
planter from rolling.
•Never work under the planter while in raised
position without installing safety lockup pin.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ______________________________________________________________________
1.
3
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE
•Good maintenance is your responsibility.
•Make repairs in an area with plenty of ventilation.
Never operate the engine of the towing vehicle in a
closed building. The exhaust fumes may cause
asphyxiation.
•As a precaution, always recheck the hardware on
equipment following every 100 hours of operation.
Correct all problems.
•Before working on the planter, stop the towing
vehicle, set the brakes, disengage the PTO and all
power drives, shut off the engine and remove the
ignition keys.
•Never work under the planter while it is in a raised
position.
•Be certain all moving parts have come to a
complete stop before attempting to perform
maintenance.
•Always use the proper tools or equipment for the
job at hand.
•Never use you hands to locate a hydraulic leak.
Use a small piece of cardboard or wood. Hydraulic
fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin.
If injured by escaping hydraulic fluid, see a doctor at
once. Gangrene can result. Without immediate
medical treatment, serious infection and reactions can
occur.
•Replace all shields and guards after servicing and
before moving.
•After servicing, remove all tools, parts and service
equipment from on or in the planter.
•If the planter has been altered in anyway from the
original design, the manufacturer does not accept any
liability for injury or warranty.
Any alterations to the design of this planter may
create safety hazards. Follow safe practices to avoid
injury.
TIRE SAFETY
•Inflating or servicing tires
can be dangerous. Do not
attempt to mount a tire unless
you have the proper
equipment and experience to
do the job. Whenever
possible, call a trained person to service and/or mount
tires.
•Failure to follow proper procedures when
mounting a tire on a rim can produce an explosion
that may result in serious injury or death.
•Check wheels for low pressure, cuts, bubbles,
damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.
DRIVE LINE SAFETY
DANGER.
Contact with a
Rotating drive line
can cause death –
keep away. Do not
operate without all
driveline, tractor and equipment shields in place.
Make sure driveline is securely attached at both
ends, and that driveline shields turn freely on
driveline.
HYDRAULIC
SYSTEM SAFETY
DANGER. Before applying
pressure to the hydraulic
system, check that all
connections are tight and that
the hoses and fittings have not been damaged.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious injury. If
injured by escaping hydraulic fluid see a doctor at
once. Gangrene can result.
•Relieve pressure on system before repairing,
adjusting or disconnecting.
•Wear proper hand and eye
protection when searching for leaks.
Use wood or cardboard instead of
hands.
•Keep all components in good repair.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ______________________________________________________________________
1.
4
DO NOT STAND
between tractor
and planter during
hook-up.
Severe bodily harm
may result.
Lower toolbar stands
before unhitching.
DANGER
ST050 On Front Toolbar
ST052 Row Marker
ST053 Front of hopper of inside
wing unit of stacker
ST054 Front Toolbar
ST055
Inside of Granular hopper lid.
ST056 Front of Pull-Type
toolbar.
ST057 PTO Shaft.
ST058
ST059
ST061 Front Toolbar Near Hitch
ST075 Spanish ver. of ST054
ST076 Spanish ver. of ST050
ST077 Spanish ver. of ST055
ST079 Spanish ver. of ST057
Shown below are various safety stickers, their part number and location. Keep the safety warning signs clean
and readable. Replace all damaged, unreadable, or missing warning labels on your machine.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS_____________________________________________________________________________
1. SAFETY
2. PREPARATION
3. FRAME
4. TRANSMISSION
5. DRIVE
6. ROW UNIT
7. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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PREPARING THE PLANTER __________________________________________________________________
3- Point Mounted Planters
4/09
2.
1
For the initial preparation of the planter, lubricate the
planter and row units. Make sure all tires are evenly
inflated, that all drive chains have the proper tension,
alignment and lubrication.
CAUTION! Before starting up the planter,
check that all main bolts are properly tightened and
that planting units are equipped with the proper seed
disc. Also check that the shutters inside the metering
boxes are adjusted correctly. (See Metering Box.)
Check daily to see if the bolts of the hitch are tight as
loose bolts can cause the brackets to break.
WARNING! The PTO shaft should be at a
reduced angle during lifting. If the angle is too steep,
reduce the PTO speed at the end of the field.
(Normally the seed will remain under suction even at
400 rpm.)
CAUTION! Except when absolutely
necessary, do not leave the turbofan running when
the planter is in a raised position.
When planting small seeds (rape, cabbage, uncoated
sugarbeet), make sure that the hoppers fit tightly at
the bottom. This may be improved if necessary by
using a sealant. When planting these small seeds, it
is recommended to fill the hopper only one-third full.
LUBRICATION
Proper lubrication of all moving parts will help
ensure efficient operation of your Monosem planter
and prolong the life of friction producing parts.
All bearings (wheels, disc openers, turbofan, and
metering box) are self-lubricated for life and
therefore no additional greasing is necessary.
The gauge wheel arms may require daily greasing.
The hub of each drive wheel requires greasing once
per season.
A general lubricant each day of the chains for the
seed spacing gearbox, drive wheel blocks and
metering units is recommended (preferably with a
chain lubricant which does not attract dust).
NOTE: For 5 x 5 Mounted machines, before starting
up the planter, grease the hexagonal shaft where the
upper sprocket cluster of the gearbox slides to allow
easier alignment of the sprockets.
Also lubricate the claws of the safety clutch of each
planting unit to allow for disengagement in case of a
blockage.
Oil the chain rollers and shafts of the metering unit
chain moderately.
All transmission and drive chains should be
lubricated daily with a chain lubricant (which does
not attract dust). Extreme operating conditions such
as excessive dirt, temperature or speed may require
more frequent lubrication. If a chain becomes stiff, it
should be removed, soaked and washed in solvent to
loosen and remove dirt from the joints. Then soak
the chain in oil so that the lubricant can penetrate
between the rollers and bushings.
LUBRICATE WHEEL BEARINGS
Wheel bearings should be repacked with clean,
heavy-duty axle grease once a year or at the
beginning of each planting season. This applies to all
drive wheels, transport wheels, and marker hubs.
LUBRICATE GREASE FITTINGS
Those parts equipped with grease fittings should be
lubricated at the frequency indicated with SAE
multipurpose type grease. Be sure to clean the fitting
thoroughly before using a grease gun. The frequency
of lubrication recommended is based on normal
operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions
may require more frequent attention.
There are a number of sealed bearings on your
planter to provide trouble free operation. These
sealed bearings are lubricated for life.
Frequency of lubrication for:
Chain lubricant
DAILY
•Unit drive chains
•Wheel block drive chains
•Transmission chains & rollers
•Insecticide drive chains
•Liquid fertilizer squeeze pump drive
•Chain rollers and shafts on unit
Grease
DAILY
•Gauge wheel arms
•Row marker hinge points
WEEKLY
•Row unit closing wheel/disc closing
assembly pivot points.
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PREPARING THE PLANTER __________________________________________________________________
3- Point Mounted Planters
4/09
2.
2
CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT
The drive chains are spring loaded and therefore self-
adjusting. The only adjustment needed is to shorten
the chain if wear stretches the chain and reduces
spring tension. The pivot point of these idlers should
be checked periodically to ensure they would rotate
freely.
TIRE PRESSURE
Tire pressure should be checked regularly and
maintained as follows:
Transport ground drive: 7.60 x 15 35 PSI (7x7)
5.90 x 15 36 PSI (5x5)
DANGER
Rim and tire
servicing can be
dangerous.
Explosive
separation of a tire
and rim parts can
cause serious injury or death.
Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the
proper equipment and experience to perform the
job. Only properly trained and equipped people
should do this job.
Maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate
the tires above the recommended pressure.
When inflating tires, use a slip-on air chuck and
extension hose long enough to allow you to stand
to one side, and not in front of or over the tire
assembly. Use a safety cage to enclose the tire and
assembly when inflating.
Inspect tires and wheels daily. Do not operate
with low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims or
missing lug bolts and nuts.
VALVE BLOCK ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
The valve block assembly consists of the marker
sequencing and flow control valves in one assembly.
The sequencing valve consists of a chambered body
containing a spool and series of check valves to direct
hydraulic oil flow. Should the valve malfunction, the
components may be removed for inspection as
follows:
1. Remove valve block assembly from planter
2. Remove detent assembly and port adapter
assemblies from rear of valve block.
3. Remove plug from both sides of valve block
and remove spool.
4. Inspect all parts for pitting, contamination or
foreign material. Also check seating
surfaces inside the valve. Replace any parts
found to be defective.
5. Lubricate spool with light oil and reinstall.
Check to be sure spool moves freely in valve
body.
Important: Make sure the correct check ball(s) and
spring are installed in each valve bore before
reassembly.
A flow control valve is located on each side of the
block assembly. The flow control valves should be
adjusted for raise and lower speed as part of the
assembly procedure or upon initial operation. If the
valve fails to function properly or requires frequent
adjustment, the needle valve should be removed for
inspection. Check for foreign material and
contamination. Be sure the needle moves freely in
adjustment screw. Replace any components found to
be defective.
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PREPARING THE PLANTER __________________________________________________________________
3- Point Mounted Planters
4/09
2.
3
TRACTOR PREPARATION & HOOKUP
Consult your dealer for information on the minimum
tractor horsepower requirements and tractor
capability. Tractor requirements will vary with
planter options, tillage and terrain. Check your
tractor manual for specific detailed information
regarding the operation of your tractor.
1. Set tractor rear wheel spacing at double the
planter row spacing. On wide front-end
tractors set the front wheel spacing equal to
rear wheel spacing. Check tractor operator’s
manual for correct front and rear tire
pressure.
2. Adjust the lift links on the tractor so the
planter will lift level from side to side and
raise high enough for planter transport
clearance. Set the sway blocks on the
tractor in position to prevent side sway. Be
sure the individual lift link arms are in the
float position.
3. Back the tractor up to the planter. Position
the lower hitch pins and spacers for your
type of tractor hitch. Line up the holes.
Insert the hitch pins that are provided
through the hole to lock in place. It may be
necessary to change the length of the upper
link with the adjusting handle.
Note: If the tractor has an adjustable center link,
using the lowest adjustment hole will provide
maximum clearance in the raised position and yet
allow the planter to remain level during field
operation.
DANGER Never transport folding models
with lift assist wheels without a quick hitch in place.
If a quick hitch is not in place, a sudden stop could
allow the toolbar to rotate forward causing serious
personal injury or damage to the equipment.
4. Connect the PTO drive shaft to the tractor.
In addition to a standard 450/540 rpm PTO,
a 1000-rpm shaft is available.
CAUTION Make sure that you connect
the proper end of the PTO to the tractor. An arrow
on the PTO indicates the end that is attached to the
tractor.
The following sticker is placed on your PTO shaft for
your safety.
DANGER
Rotating driveline
contact can cause
death – keep away.
Do not operate
without all driveline,
tractor and
equipment shields in
place, without
drivelines securely
attached at both
ends, and without driveline shields that turn freely
on driveline.
5. Connect the hydraulic hoses to tractor ports
in a sequence that is both familiar and
comfortable to the operator.
DANGER:
Before applying
pressure to the
hydraulic system, make sure all connections are
tight and hoses and fittings have not been
damaged. Hydraulic fluid escaping under
pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate
skin, causing injury or infection.
CAUTION Always wipe hose ends to
remove any dirt before connecting couplers to tractor
parts.
NOTE: Double check that the locking sleeves or
locking pins on the row markers are in working
position.
6. Raise the planter slowly and watch for any
interference. Remove pin from each parking
stand and raise each to the transport. Secure
stands in the raised position with the pin in
the lowest hole.
7. Slowly lower the planter so the drive wheels
rest on the ground, and check to be sure that
the planter is level. Readjust the top link as
required to level row units.
CAUTION As a general safety practice
and to avoid damage to the tractor hydraulic system,
always lower the planter when not in use.
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PREPARING THE PLANTER __________________________________________________________________
3- Point Mounted Planters
4/09
2.
4
IMPORTANT: Check daily to see if the bolts of the
hitch are tight as loose bolts can cause the brackets to
break.
LEVELING THE PLANTER
For proper operation of the planter and row units, it is
important that the unit operate level.
With the planter lowered to proper operating depth,
check to be sure that the frame is level fore and aft
(front to back and side to side). Recheck once the
planter is in the field.
Tire pressure can affect the lateral leveling of the
planter. Maintain the tire pressure as mentioned in
this section.
On planters equipped with the optional dual lift assist
wheels, adjustment holes on the lift assist cylinder
mounts allow for adjustment for lift height and
adjustment for leveling the planter frame. Depth
stops on the lift assist cylinders can be added or
removed for additional adjustment.
TRANSPORTING THE PLANTER
CAUTION: Use necessary safety
precautions such as safety lights and devices.
Observe legal regulations before transporting the
planter on public roads.
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.
Do not carry passengers on transported equipment.
Make sure to clear any obstructions overhead and to
the side of the implement while transporting.
Make allowances for increased length and weight of
the planter when making turns, stopping, etc.
OPERATING SPEED
The operating speed needs to be selected as a
function of:
•The desired consistency in the row
•The ground conditions
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•The density of the seed
OPERATING SPEED
A high speed is not conducive to accuracy, especially
in rough or rocky conditions that causes the unit to
bounce.
Likewise, a high seed density may cause the disc to
rotate fast, thus burdening the metering.
It should be noted, and especially for corn, that
misshapen and angular seeds are difficult to sow
regularly, particularly at high working speeds.
A base speed of 3 ½ to 4 ½ mph (5-7 km/h) assures
good results for most seeds in the majority of
conditions. However, when planting corn at lighter
population more than 6" (15 cm) between the seed, 5-
6 mph (8-10 km/h) is quite possible.
For planting of high seed population such as peanuts,
edible beans, and kidney beans, best results can be
obtained by not going faster than 3-4 mph (4.5-6
km/h).
FIELD TEST
Before the initial operation of the planter, a field test
is advised. Check for the following:
•That the planter is level (front to back and
side to side)
•Check that the hydraulics of the 3-point
hitch of the tractor is in a float position
while planting.
•That all of the row units are running level
and remain parallel to the ground when
planting.
•Check that each metering unit is metering
properly (see metering unit section).
•Check that the seed disc you are using has
the proper number of holes and proper
diameter of holes for the type of seed you
will be planting (see Seed Disc section in
chapter 6 – Row Unit).
•Check that the row markers are adjusted
properly.
•Check that you are using the proper
application rates of chemicals on all rows.
•Check that you have set the desired depth of
seed placement and checked your seed
population on all rows.
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PREPARING THE PLANTER __________________________________________________________________
3- Point Mounted Planters
4/09
2.
5
DO NOT STAND
between tractor
and planter during
hook-up.
Severe bodily harm
may result.
Lower toolbar stands
before unhitching.
DANGER
CHECKING SEED POPULATION
1. Only one planting unit is necessary to check
your seed population. Tie up the sets of
closing wheels on one unit with a heavy
cord or light chain. It may be necessary to
decrease the tension of the closing wheel
arm.
2. Put seed in the seed hopper.
3. Begin planting. At the end of a short
distance (for example 100 yards or 90
meters) check to see if seed is visible in the
seed trench. Make adjustments in your seed
depth if necessary.
4. Measure off 1/200 of an acre of the test row
just planted. Use the chart below to find the
approximate distance. Mark this distance
with flags.
Count the seeds within the distance between the
flags. Multiply the number of seeds counted in this
distance by 200. This will give you the total number
of seeds planter per acre.
Length of Row in Feet
Row Width
Fraction
Of Acre 22" 30" 36" 40"
1/200 119 87 72 ½ 66
Note: When viewing the test row for seed population
and placement, remember that the closing wheels
were tied up in a raised position. Therefore, the
seeds may have rolled or bounced and will affect
your seed placement for accuracy.
UNHOOKING THE PLANTER
DANGER:
Before unhooking the
planter from the tractor,
fully extend the jack
stands to the point where
the toolbar will remain level. Lock the stands
securely in place with the locking pins.
Do not stand between the tractor and the planter
when connecting or disconnecting the implement.
TOOLBAR STANDS
One or two toolbar stands are located on the front of
the main frame. Do not position the stands directly
behind the tractor tire or they will hit when the
planter is raised. Planters with front mounted drive
wheels do not require toolbar stands.
1. Lower the planter to the ground. Set the
tractor or towing vehicle brakes, disengage
PTO and all power drives, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition key.
2. Unhook the tractor lift arms from hitch
pockets and remove center link. If a quick
attach is used, position levers so that the
locking mechanism is in the “unlatched”
position and lower.
3. When the lift arms or quick attach arms are
clear of the tractor, slowly drive the tractor
away from the planter.
STORAGE
After the season, thoroughly clean the machine,
especially the metering boxes. The microgranular
applicator should be completely emptied and the
fertilizer applicator scraped of any fertilizer residue.
After emptying the trap doors, turn the shafts
manually to remove any residual product from the
mechanism.
•Except for the microgranular applicator,
protect all metal parts against oxidation by
applying a coat of oil or diesel fuel.
•Grease the exposed areas of cylinder rods.
Also grease or paint the disc openers to
prevent rust.
•Inspect and replace any worn parts at the
end of the planting season. New parts are
available for replacement from your dealer.
•Remove all trash that may be wrapped on
sprockets or shafts and remove dirt that can
draw and hold moisture.
•Clean all drive chains and coat with a rust
preventative spray, or remove chains and
submerge in oil.
•Lubricate planter and row units at all
lubrication points.
The planter should be stored in a dry and dust-
free location with the hydraulic cylinders closed.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS_____________________________________________________________________________
1. SAFETY
2. PREPARATION
3. FRAME
4. TRANSMISSION
5. DRIVE
6. ROW UNIT
7. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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FRAME__________________________________________________________________________________________
7" x 7" Twin-Row Frame, Rigid
4 x 2 Twin-row Frames
ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION
1 900131 Gasket, for standard fan 17 800188.L Hitch/ Spacer combination, LH
2 900379 Turbofan inlet stub 18 4898 Hitch pin, CAT II/III
3 F38615 Hex head bolt, 8 x 20 19 11476 Lynch pin, 9mm
4 JHS128 6" hose clamp 20 4890 Hitch, top link
5 900395.1 Hose, 6" Dia x 7" long 21 900237 Z bolt, 5/8-11 x 10", Gr 5
6 4502.S U Bolt, 7x7, 5/8-11 22 800188.R Hitch/ Spacer combination, RH
7 F37188 Nylon locknut, 5/8-11 23 O302-592 Hitch pin, CAT III
8 900392.1 Turbofan support, RH 24 O104-036 Lynch pin 7/16"
9 900393.1 Turbofan support, LH 25 4502.SA U Bolt, 7 x 7, 3/4-10
10 900360 Fan vibration strap 26 F37190 Nylon locknut, 3/4-10
11 4889 Counter clamp, upper hitch 27 E1030 Mounting bracket, jack stand
12 F15315 Hex head bolt, 5/8-11 x 3", Gr 8 28 E1031 Jack stand
13 E7571 Top cap, toolbar spacer 29 KA4733 Pin and chain, stand adjustment
14 F15329 Hex head bolt, 5/8-11 x 8", Gr 8 30 4517.S End cap, 7 x 7
15 900359 5" X 5" Top bar 31 4517 End cap, 5x5
The Twin-row frames are rigid and consist of a lower 7" x 7" square toolbar
and an upper 5" x 5" square toolbar. The rigid toolbar is equipped with a 3-
point hitch for mounting to the tractor. Refer to section PREPARATION for
hitching the planter to the tractor.
IMPORTANT: Periodically check that the bolts attaching the hitch, stands
and turbofan mounting brackets are tight. Vibrations from operation can cause
them to loosen or break. Also check that the hose (part No. 900395) is not
cracked or deteriorated, to avoid losing air in the vacuum system.
DO NOT STAND
between tractor
and planter during
hook-up.
Severebodily harm
may result.
Lower toolbar stands
before unhitching.
DANGER
10/05 3. 1
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FRAME__________________________________________________________________________________________
7" x 7" Twin-Row Frame, Rigid
6 x 2 Twin-row frames and Larger
ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION
1 900131 Gasket, for standard fan 19 F15333 Hex head bolt, 5/8-11 x 10", Gr 8
2 900379 Turbofan inlet stub 20 4896 Lower hitch bracket, LH
3 F38615 Hex head bolt, 8 x 20 21 4890 Hitch, top link
4 JHS128 6" hose clamp 22 4898 Hitch pin, CAT II/III
5 900395.1 Hose, 6" Dia. X 7" long 23 11476 Lynch pin, 9mm
6 900392.1 Turbofan support, RH 24 4897 Lower hitch bracket, RH
7 900393.1 Turbofan support, LH 25 900237 Z bolt, 5/8-11 x 10", Gr 5
8 900360 Fan vibration strap 26 4502.SA U Bolt, 7 x 7, 3/4-10
9 4889 Counter clamp, upper hitch 27 F37190 Nylon locknut, 3/4-10
10 F15315 Hex head bolt, 5/8-11 x 3", Gr 8 28 E7572 Bottom cap, toolbar spacer
11 F37188 Nylon locknut, 5/8-11 29 E1030 Mounting bracket, jack stand
12 F38738 HCS 14-2.0 X 35 Z 8.8 30 E1031 Jack stand
13 F40171 Lock nut 12mm YZ 31 KA4733 Pin and chain, stand adjustment
14 4515 Flange bearing 7/8" hex bore 32 4517.S End cap, 7 x 7
15 4891 Bearing support 33 4502.S U Bolt, 7 x 7, 5/8-11
16 F15329 Hex head bolt, 5/8-11 x 8", Gr 8 34 E7570 Toolbar spacer
17 900359.1 Top toolbar, 5 x 5 35 4517 End cap, 5 x 5
18 4500.2 Toolbar, 7 x 7, 3/8" wall 36 E7571 Top cap, toolbar spacer
10/05 3. 2
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FRAME___________________________________________________________________________________________
7" x 7" Wheel Block, Front Mounted
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#4520
Rev: 7/10 3. 4
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