Trouble Shooting
Page
132
05/06
Distribution System
1.
Blockage occurring in hose system
Check blower speed is set correctly (do
not exceed 4500 rpm).
Check that the sowing boots are clear of
mud and flow is not restricted.
Check that the material being sown is not
wet or binding.
If blockages are occurring after the
machine has been sitting idle, check that
water is not sitting in the base of the
meterbox. Always warm the system up
(run blower for 10 to 15 minutes) before
conveying material.
Hoses must not bend sharply or sag.
Check the output of the metering system
is as per your settings (recalibrate).
Check blower capacity for maximum
conveyance (refer to the appropriate
chart on page 122 to 125).
Inspect all other areas of the distribution
system for air leaks.
Check tractor ground speed has not
increased
to
a
point
above
the
conveyance capacity of the system (refer
pages 122 to 125).
2.
Sowing boots blocking
Conditions unsuitable for sowing.
Do not lower points into ground until the
implement is moving.
3.
Uneven distribution
Check the material is being metered
evenly across the meterbox. Use the
calibration
collection tray and turn
calibration handle.
Check for a blockage in the distribution
tubes and hoses.
Check fan speed is not excessive.
Ensure the primary splitters are sitting
level on the implement.
Ensure the secondary head support
towers are vertical and not leaning to one
side.
Check the secondary heads for foreign
matter i.e. straw.
Check that the bin lids are locked and
that meterbox hatches are not leaking.
If sowing difficult product, check that
material is not bridging across the bottom
of the meterbox. If sowing oats, refer to
page 112.
