AGCO Massey Ferguson 8516, Workshop Service Manual

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Field Operations and Adjustments
FIELD
General
Use the information as a checklist of actions to be
performed whenever using the planter.
Before Entering the Field
Check the following items and make sure preparation is
according to instructions.
• Program the hydraulic seeding to plant at the desired
rate.
• Check the tractor wheel spacing.
• Make sure the planter daily lubrication and service is
completed.
• Make sure the PTO pump is filled with hydraulic fluid.
• Make sure all seed meters have the correct discs
installed.
• Check the marker speed and arm length.
• Travel to the field at a safe speed.
• Operate the meter blower for a short length of time.
Adjust flow control valves to provide about 3 inches
air pressure and let the motor run for 3 to 5 minutes
or while going to the field. Check the fluid level.
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CAUTION: Always travel at speed that
allows complete control of tractor and
implement at all times.
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WARNING: Avoid overhead obstacles,
especially electric wires.
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CAUTION: Folding planters may be
unstable on rough ground when folded. Do
not travel over 25 kmh (15 mph) on any
surface.
In The Field
Unfold the planter and lower to the operating position.
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WARNING: Stop engine, shift to park or
neutral and set brakes before dismounting
from tractor.
DO NOT adjust the equipment while the tractor is running
except as necessary when adjusting the seed meter air
pressure.
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WARNING: Lower planter to ground or
install cylinder lockup channels before
working around planter.
Adjust the following to desired initial settings:
• Seed meter gates
• Gauge wheel depth
• Closing wheel pressure
• Chemical metering gates
• Down pressure spring tension
• All row unit attachment adjustments
• Marker disc angle
• Put seed in hoppers and close covers.
NOTE: Covers must be closed for proper seed meter
operation.
• Put chemicals in hoppers and close covers.
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WARNING: Always carefully read and
follow manufacturer’s labels and use care
when handling agricultural chemicals.
Misuse or mishandling can cause severe
personal injury.