Tar River SAYA-505 User manual

Rev. 5/22
No Till Drill
SAYA-505 & 507
Operator’s Manual

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TO THE DEALER:
Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Tar River dealer. Read manual in-
structions 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 Tar River 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 oper-
ate. 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 Tar River dealer has trained me-
chanics, genuine Tar River service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to handle all your needs. Use
only genuine Tar River service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards re-
quired for safe and satisfactory operation.
Record your implement model and serial number in the space provide below. Your dealer will need this infor-
mation to give you prompt, efficient service.
Model Number: ______________________________________
Serial Number: _______________________________________
Date Purchased: ______________________________________

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Table of Contents
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
Assembly ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12-14
Operating Instructions…………………………………………………………………………………... 15-18
Before Beginning ………………………………………………………………………………………. 15
Adjust Seed Cup Output ………………………………………………………………………………... 15
Seeding/Fertilizing Rate Adjustment Handle …………………………………………………………... 16
Seed Cup Shutoff ………………………………………………………………………………………. 17
Seed Depth Control …………………………………………………………………………………….. 18
Lubrication and Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………... 19
Changing Discs ………………………………………………………………………………………… 19
Application Rate/Seed Charts ………………………………………………………………………….. 20-21
Torque Specifications ………………………………………………………………………………….. 21
Parts Breakdown ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 23-39
Decals …………………………………………………………………………………………………... 40-42
Warranty ………………………………………………………………………………………………... 43

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing your SAYA No-Till Drill. The SAYA is designed to be used in LIGHT DUTY no-
till or prepared seeding conditions. It is important to properly maintain and keep in place all safety guards and
shields that came with you machine.
These seeders can seed corn, beans, oats, wheat, etc. The two boxes are equipped with closeable slides for each
row. The seeder is equipped with 2 separate boxes. Each is made with a stainless steel box and nylon/plastic
seed rollers to disperse seeds effectively and accurately.
Technical Specifications
• Suitable for drilling and fertilizing corn, beans, oats, etc. in level or gently rolling fields.
• Spring load coulters to increase seed/ground contact.
• The double disc coulters create an opening to fertilize and seed easily in tilled soil.
• The depth of seeding can be adjusted. Seeding quantity can be adjusted.
• The seeder can plant seeds, fertilize roll and drag all at the same time.
SAYA-507SAYA-505
Weight 1400 lbs.1036 lbs.
Req. HP Minimum 35 HPMinimum 30 HP
Seeding Rows 107
Row Spacing 7 1/2”7 1/2”
Seed/Fertilizer Rate See Seed Rate Chart page 20See Seed Rate Chart page 20
Sowing Depth 3/4” - 2”3/4” - 2”
Working width 55” 78”
Cat. hitch 1 & 2 1 & 2
Double disc openers 7 sets 10 sets
Front cup/rear cups 710
Hopper Capacity - front 4.00 5.50
Hopper Capacity - rear 3.00 4.50