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SEED CUP SHUTOFF

Depending on the crop being planted, it may be necessary to not disburse from all of the

seed cups. This is easily done by simply sliding the SEED SHUT OFF FLAP in an out.

In shuts it off, out opens it up.

26 Gear Ratio

Cup Setting

Rye

—

118

148

178

—

Fescue

—

114

138

162

—

Wheat

—

105

146

187

227

267

—

Corn

—

155

234

290

346

—

Gran. Fertilizer

133

183

233

268

304

—

–

Gear Ratio

Cup Setting

Rye

—

104

125

147

169

Fescue

—

114

132

151

Wheat

—

103

132

160

188

218

250

Corn

—

109

165

205

245

285

325

Gran. Fertilizer

129

165

190

215

242

269

Large seed cup

CLOSED OPEN

SEED CHARTS

Summary of Contents for Tar River DRL-048

Page 1: ...1 DRL 048 DRL 072 CROP SEEDER Operator s Manual Rev 8 2019 ...

Page 2: ...RATION 5 DURING OPERATION 6 HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORT OPERATIONS 7 ASSEMBLY 9 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 13 BEFORE BEGINNING 13 ADJUST SEEDCUP OUTPUT 13 SEEDING FERTILIZING RATE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE 14 SEEDCUP SHUTOFF 15 SEED CHARTS 15 16 SEED DEPTH CONTROL 16 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 17 PARTS BREAKDOWN 18 21 LIMITED WARRANTY 22 ...

Page 3: ...usted Seeding quantity can be adjusted The seeder can plant seeds fertilize roll and drag all at the same time 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 n...

Page 4: ...ny CAUTION WARNING DANGER or instruction safety decal that is not readable or is missing Location of such decals are indicated in this booklet Do not attempt to operate this equipment under the influence of drugs or alcohol GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES 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 ...

Page 5: ...Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory 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...

Page 6: ...nit 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 equip ment on public roads and highways Lights and slow moving signs must be clean and visible by overtaking or oncoming traffic ...

Page 7: ...aws 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 prohibi...

Page 8: ...e at safe speeds Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles Contact with overhead lines could cause serious inju ry 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 operat...

Page 9: ...it The Double Disc As semblies mounted on the back bar should begin between the front There will be 5 on each bar DRL 048 Align the center rear Double Disc opener of the machine using the 3pt Support as a guide Then slide the two front middle ones as far left and right as possible as in picture Then use these to adjust the remaining 14 on center There will be 4 on the front bar and 3 on the rear S...

Page 10: ... the machine The 5 longer hoses are to be installed from the front seed cups to the rear double disc openers Step 4 Use electrical tape not provided to secure the hos es to the seed cups Step 5 Insert the shut off flaps into each of the seed cups ...

Page 11: ... outside Secure in place with nuts and cotter pins Step 7 Attach the packer wheel arm Step 8 Attach and install the roller Adjustment rod Step 9 Install Roller Support Plates WITH FRONT BOLTS ONLY THE BACK BOLTS ARE INSTALL AFTER THE CHAIN GUARDS Step 10 Install Chains ARE INSTALLED ...

Page 12: ...et after ensuring the chain is straight Install chain shield Step 12 Install back Bracket bolt Step 12 Install Step Board Step 13 Attach Spring loaded left out during roller assembly Scraperboard Step 14 Install Packer Wheel Step 15 Install the tension Step 16 Turn the handle to the Assembly spring outside ...

Page 13: ...en completely closed the seeding grooved are not protruding from the out side the cup Adjust the clamps to ensure all cups close and open completely and uniformly TO ADJUST SEED OUTPUT The Seed cups on the DRL may come with either of two different style of seed cups or a combination of both Typically the front Seedbox section is equipped with a LARGE SEED CUP and the rear section typically has the...

Page 14: ...e fully closed on all seeding fertilizing boxes SEE BEFORE BEGINNING section If not you need to loosen the clips on both sides of the seeding fertilizing wheel and push the wheel into the box Tighten the clips When the seeding fertilizing box is closed and the meter indicates 0 Adjust fertilizing rate by rotating the hand wheel The meter has 8 numbers from 0 8 from zero to Maximum Tighten locking ...

Page 15: ...atio Cup Setting 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Rye 72 95 118 148 178 Fescue 44 79 114 138 162 Wheat 105 146 187 227 267 Corn 76 155 234 290 346 Gran Fertilizer 55 133 183 233 268 304 12 40 Gear Ratio Cup Setting 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Rye 51 67 83 104 125 147 169 Fescue 31 56 80 97 114 132 151 Wheat 74 103 132 160 188 218 250 Corn 54 109 165 205 245 285 325 Gran Fertilizer 40 94 129 165 190 215 242 269 Large seed cup ...

Page 16: ...tion Turning knob counterclockwise would raise the basket which would lower the disc openers and make the application deeper The top link on the tractor hitch should be properly adjusted to carry the machine level in an 11 26 Gear Ratio Cup Setting 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Rye 35 54 73 90 106 Fescue 31 47 64 80 96 Wheat Centipede 15 71 91 111 138 166 Gran Fertilizer 12 40 Gear Ratio Cup Setting 1 2 3 4 5 6...

Page 17: ...ughly clean the seeder after use Failure to do so can cause irreparable damage to the seedcups and drive system Grease and turn the Seed adjustment handle to ensure grease lubricates the threads 1 Hour Check all fasteners and hardware including set screws in sprockets and bearing collars and retighten as necessary 8 Hours Grease bearings on roller As needed Remove any crop residue grasses weeds or...

Page 18: ...18 Crop Seeder DRL 048 DRL 072 ...

Page 19: ...n Cover 14 DL8005 Small Sprocket Shaft 15 DL2003 Sprocket Z40 16 DL2005 Handle 17 DL7004 Distribution Face Plate 18 DL7005 Pointer 19 DL1006 Cleanout spout 20 DL7001 L Seed Cups Large Seed 20 DL7001 S Seed Cups Small Seed 21 DL1005 Bearing Assy Drive Shaft 22 DL2006 Sprocket Z26 23 DL10005 Right Chain Cover DL3003 Chain Front Hopper 11 26 Sprocket 25 DL5005B Sprocket 11 26 DL4002 Packer Arm 27 DL1...

Page 20: ...20 Crop Seeder DRL 048 DRL 072 ...

Page 21: ...DL8004 Spring Roller 37 DL8002 Adjustment Rod Roller 38 DL10001 48 Stepboard DRL 048 DL10001 72 Stepboard DRL 072 39 DL5003 Lid Piston 40 DL7007 Seedcup Shutoff Flap 41 DL7000 48 Hex Seed Box Shaft DRL 048 DL7000 72 Hex Seed Box Shaft DRL 072 42 DL7002 Seedcup Funnel 43 DL8001 Adjustment Wheel Hose Longest ...

Page 22: ...aterial or workmanship This limited warranty does not apply to and excludes wear items such as shear pins tires tubes knives blades or other wear items Oil or grease is not covered by this war ranty All obligations of Belco Resources Equipment Division LLC under this limited war ranty shall be terminated if Proper service is not preformed on the machine The machine is modified or altered in any wa...

Page 23: ...23 Increasing agricultural productivity since 1974 P O Box 8164 Rocky Mount NC 27804 www BR Equipment com Tel 252 442 0700 Fax 252 442 0787 Sales BRGlimited com EQUIPMENT RESOURCES BELC ...

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