Plotmaster HUNTER Series User manual

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USERS MANUAL, SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS &
PLANTING TIPS
A Product of
1-478-864-9108 or 1-888-629-4263
PLOTMASTER™ Systems, LLC
Wrightsville, GA 31096
HUNTER SERIES
(Single point - 3 point Hitch capable)

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TABLE of CONTENTS
Page 1………Single Point and 3 Point Hitch Capable Manual
Page 2……...Table of Contents
Page 3 ……...Introduction to Plotmaster™ (Q/A Section)
Page 4………Operating Instructions (Read Carefully)
Page 5………Operating Instructions (continued) (Read Carefully)
Page 6………Details on components of your Plotmaster™
Page 7………Details on components of your Plotmaster™ (continued)
Page 8…..…..2017 Diagram Main components of your Plotmaster™
Page 9.……...List of Components for 2017 Model
Page 10……..Versa Seeder Assembly
Page 11……..Unique Down Pressure System
Page 12……..Pictures of Available Plow Attachments (sold separately)
Page 13……..Description of each Plow Attachment & their uses
Page 14……..Hunter 400 Electric Specification page
Page 15……..Hunter 300 Electric Specification page
Page 16……..Tractor Model Hook up for 1-point Models
Page 17……..Hints on Planting & Warnings regarding disking
Page 18……..Seasonal Seed information on planting times
Page 19……..Quick Guide on How to Calibrate Your Seeder
Page 20……..Hunter 300 Seed Chart
Page 21……..Hunter 400 Seed Chart
Page 22……..Contact Information

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Here you will find some answers to questions you may have regarding “The
Plotmaster™” Hunter PE-302, PE-402, PM-603 and PM-803
Q. What type seeds can I plant with the PLOTMASTER™?
You can plant a wide variety of seeds, from very small seeds (clover, rape, chicory, etc.) to
large seeds (up to the size of soybeans, peas or corn). With the Versa Seeder you can also
plant Native Warm Season Grasses, (NWSG) See seed charts located on pages 22 and 23.
Q. What is the weight of the PLOTMASTER™?
The Hunter 300---616# empty, Almost 654# with seed in the seeder. The Hunter 400---
624# empty almost 674# with seed in the seeder. The PM600---1378# empty, almost 1450#
with seed in the seeder. The PM800---1450# empty, almost 1530# with seed in the seeder.
Q. What are the dimensions of the PLOTMASTER™?
Hunter 300**Width: 38"----Length: 68”----Height: 42”
Hunter 400**Width: 48”----Length: 68”----Height: 42”
Hunter 600**Width: 80”----Length: 124”----Height: 47”
Hunter 800**Width: 104”--Length: 124”----Height: 47”
Q. Will the PLOTMASTER™ Hunter 300, 400 fit in the back of a truck?
Yes, with the tongue folded back it will easily fit in a small pickup truck.
Q. Are spare parts available?
Yes. We have a complete inventory of spare parts. We also have customer service
personnel that can assist you with any problems you may have.
Q. Will the PLOTMASTER™ cut really hard soil?
Yes, due its weight-to-size ratio, the PLOTMASTER™ has more pounds per square inch
cutting capacity than most 8' to 10' drag harrows. (Sold separately are 2 Plow Attachments)
Q. How wide does the PLOTMASTER™ unit’s disc & plow?
The Hunter 300 will break and/or plow a maximum of 36” wide, The Hunter 400 will
break and/or plow a maximum of 48” wide, The Hunter 600 will break and plow a
maximum of 72” wide and the Hunter 800 will break and plow a maximum of 96” wide.
Q. How do you ship the PLOTMASTER™
We currently ship the PLOTMASTER™ throughout the United States using common LTL
carriers, but we also have a number of dealers and distributors throughout the US. We ship
our units fully assembled and ready to use with minimal set-up.
Q. What is the warranty for the PLOTMASTER™
The “PLOTMASTER™”, Hunter 300, 400, 600 and 800 are all warrantied for one year
against manufacturing defects.

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DO NOT OPERATE PLOTMASTER™ OVER 10 MPH.
DO NOT SIT, STAND OR RIDE ON THE PLOTMASTER™
WHILE IN USE
MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF HUNTER SERIES SEEDER
40 LBS OF “SEED” - H-300
50 LBS OF “SEED” - H-400
DO NOT PUT HANDS IN SEED BOX WHILE SEEDER
MOTOR IS IN THE ON POSITION.
DO NOT PUT LIME OR FERTILIZER IN SEEDER
Adding lime or fertilizer to your seeder will void the Warranty of “all” parts associated with
the seeding system. Fertilizer is a corrosive and can cause premature failure of Seeder
components. In addition the density of Lime and Fertilizer is much greater than seed and
can bind your brush shaft causing the motor to stall. Seed is far loftier and will not
compact around your Versa Seeder Brush and Cause damage to your seed motor like
lime/fertilizer can.
***
*HELPFUL HINT ON PLANTING SMALLER SEEDS*

When planting seeds such as, clover, rape, vetch, turnips etc. Using a filler such as oil
absorb or basic kitty litter, helps create air pockets and keeps the tiny seed from packing
around the Versa brush. Also, by using this as an additive it ensures your pounds per acre
on very tiny seed as well as holds moisture in the soil for seeds that only require ¼”
planting depth or less and too, it is lofty enough that it does not bind the Versa Brush.
Using additives such as dirt or sand is NOT recommended as the density is greater and can
cause damage to your Seeding System.
DO NOT OPERATE YOUR PLOTMASTER™ ON INCLINES
GREATER THAN 10°.

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KEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR WHEN RAISING AND
LOWERING UNIT.
KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS CLEAR WHEN RAISING
OR LOWERING THE DRAG AND/OR CULTIPACKER TO
AVOID PINCHING.
THE HUNTER SERIES, (1 POINT HITCH MODELS),
CAN BE USED WITH ATV’S/UTV’S. IT CAN ALSO BE
USED WITH TRACTOR’S THAT HAVE DRAW BAR/SINGLE
POINT CONNECTIONS.
 PLOTMASTER™ IS DESIGNED FOR OFF ROAD USE.
“DO NOT” TOW ON PUBLIC ROADWAYS FOR
EXTENDED DISTANCES!!
MAKE SURE THAT THE BATTERY CLIPS/RING
TERMINALS ARE CONNECTED TO THE PROPER
BATTERY POST TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND/OR YOUR
ATV/UTV/TRACTOR
(RED POSITIVE TERMINAL—BLACK NEGATIVE TERMINAL)
***
AVOID COMING IN CONTACT WITH ANY OTHER METAL PARTS ON
THE ATV WHEN CONNECTING THE BATTERY CLIPS TO YOUR
BATTERY
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(Refer to the diagram on page 8 to locate each of the items listed below)
(A. 1Pt. Hitch Receiver)
Each Electric PLOTMASTER™ comes with a 1-point hitch hook-up that connects directly to your ATV or UTV. This
hitch is designed to fit, 1 7/8” up to a 2” trailer ball. (Adjustment can be made by loosening or tightening the nut on the
under-side of the coupler hitch).
**If you will be using a UTV you will need to purchase a 6 wire 10’ extension. The extension is to
provide the extra length needed to get the control box to the cab of the towing vehicle. (PT# HE-2009)**
(B. Top Link hook-up)
The Down Pressure System is designed so the user can apply disc pressure to either the front or the rear of the unit.
(Unit is recommended to be set level to plant).
(C. Cultipacker Roller)
The roller is designed for compaction of the soil over the seed thus increasing seed to soil contact for optimal
germination of what has been planted. The roller can also be used for added weight during tillage. This is achieved by
leaving the roller in the folded position and resting it over the front disc.
(D. Linear Lift System) (Jack—PT# JE-1-04) (Jack Accessory Cable—PT# HE-2010)
The Electric Lift serves many purposes; one is the ability to raise & lower your unit for transport, the other is to gauge
the depth of disking and or planting. This is activated by the UP/Down switch that is located on the control box.
(E. Wheel Assembly) (Wheel/Tire—PT# WA-5-o6)
The Wheel Assembly is how the unit travels when in transport mode, and is connected to the Electric Lift to raise and
lower the unit.
**IMPORTANT** BE SURE TO PACK WHEELS WITH GREASE EVERY 5-10 HOURS OF USE TO EXTEND THE
LIFE OF THE WHEEL HUB, BEARING/BUSHING WHICHEVER MAY APPLY TO YOUR MODEL.
(F. Double Gang Assembly)
The Double gang is set in a manner that soil disturbance is substantial and mimics a “cross cut” affect
for greater mixing of all types of soil.
(G. Seed Flow Control Handle)
The Seed Control Handle allows you to adjust the rate of seed dispensed depending upon the size seed
you are planting. The 0-7 Scale helps in determining the width of the opening. Smaller seed will be the
low end, 0-1, and larger seed will be the high end, 4-7.

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(H. Electric Seeder)
The Seeder is where your seed is dispensed from;
The H-300 capacity is 40# of seed and the H-400 capacity is 50# of seed.
(Plotmaster “DOES NOT” recommend lime or fertilizer be dispensed through this seeder!)
(I. Seeder Motor) (PT# SA-29-06-A)
The Electric Seeder Motor is activated by the Control Boxes ON/OFF switch. This motor drives the
spiral brush that dispenses the seed. (Versa Seeder)
(J. Drag Bar Receiver)
This receiver is located on the rear of the unit and is secured by a 1/2 x 3 hitch pin with clip. This is
where the Drag Bar and Metal Grating pin into the rear of the unit.
(K. Drag Bar w/Metal Grating)
The Drag bar and/or Metal grating is used for either leveling uneven areas or for covering smaller seed
that only require a minimal amount of coverage to germinate.
(L. Metal Grating)
The H-300 Grating is 45” W and 24”L ____ The H-400 Grating is 45” W and 24”L
(M. Control Box) NOT Shown (PT# HE-2006)
The Control Box is used to raise and lower the unit and to switch the seeder motor on and off.
Replacement Fuse—30 AMP SLOW BLOW FUSE—Switches can be bought separately.
(N. Tabs for 1-point and 3-Point Hook-up for ATV/UTV & Tractor) *New Design*
(O. Rest for Cultipacker Roller) *New Design*
(P. Splatter Plate for Seed Disbursing) *New Design*
The Splatter Plate can be adjusted vertical/horizontal or anywhere in between for desired disbursement
of seeds being planted.
(Q. Tension for Cultipacker Roller)
The Roller is designed to pack the soil for greater seed to soil contact. The Spring/Chain is designed to
add even more compaction, if desired.
(R. Serial# Tag for your Plotmaster)
(S. Canister for Manual) *New Design*

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DIAGRAM OF 2017 HUNTER SERIES

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PART DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENT
DIAGRAM FOR “2017 MODEL”
A. 1-POINT HITCH
B. TOP LINK—FOR DOWN PRESSURE
C. CULTIPACKER/ROLLER
D. LINEAR LIFT SYSTEM
E. WHEEL ASSEMBLY
F. DOUBLE DISC / GANG ASSEMBLY
G. SEED FLOW CONTROL HANDLE
H. ELECTRIC SEEDER BOX
I. SEEDER MOTOR W/COVER
J. DRAG BAR RECEIVER
K. DRAG BAR
L. METAL GRATING
M. CONTROL BOX (NOT PICTURED)
N. TABS FOR 1-POINT AND 3-POINT HOOK-UP
O. REST FOR CULTIPACKER ROLLER
P. SPLATTER PLATE
Q. SPRING & CHAIN FOR EXTRA TENSION
R. YOUR SERIAL NUMBER TAG
S. CANISTER FOR OWNER’S MANUAL
REFER TO PAGES 6 AND 7 FOR MORE DETAILS ON COMPONENTS.

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VERSA SEEDER ASSEMBLY
THE “SPLATTER PLATE” IS DESIGNED TO ALLOW SEED TO
SCATTER AND SPREAD EVENLY.
THE PLATE IS ADJUSTABLE AND CAN DETERMINE THE
DIRECTION OF THE SEED WHEN DISPENSING. VERTICAL:
DROPS SEED DIRECTLY BEHIND THE UNIT HORIZONTAL:
SPLATTERS SEED MORE WIDELY.
THE “SPIRAL BRUSH” IS DESIGNED TO MOVE, MIX AND
DISPENSE SEED TO THE TEAR DROP HOLES IN THE
BOTTOM OF THE SEED BOX.
THIS INSURES AN EVEN DISTRIBUTION OF SEED AS WELL
AS BLENDING MIXED SIZED SEEDS.
Additional Seeding Note:
For lofty seed (Wheat, Rye, Oats, Grasses etc…) it may be necessary to
remove the Augur Shield inside the seeder (this is the scalloped plate
that covers the Spiral Brush) so that the seeds do not bridge between
the brush and the shield causing the motor to stall.
The reason that this happens is the dispense rate of these seeds is less
than that of the motor revolution rate. This sometimes happens with
various types of Soybeans as well but by removing the shield the issue is
rectified. (See Helpful Hints on Page 17)