2SF24 and 2SF30
Operating Instructions
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2018-08-02
155-015M-A
General Notes for Field Operations
Most of the procedures described in this section require
the use of a tractor with hydraulic remotes. Before
proceeding with the first time setup, or before making
any adjustments mentioned in this section, make every
effort to obtain and hitch a tractor to the drill.
24 foot drill: minimum of 125 horsepower
30 foot drill: minimum of 150 horsepower
Negative Tongue Weight Hazard:
This drill can have both positive and Negative Tongue Weight
and it can change during planting. This poses a serious hazard
during unhitching and it can work the hitch pin loose during
transport. Never unhook from tractor with boxes unfolded and
raised off the ground.
Be certain that the drill tires have the proper inflation as
listed in the “
Load seed box with seed. Use clean seed to get the best
results. Always have the drill hitched securely to a tractor
with safety chain connected. Lower the drill before
loading.
This drill can be transported with a full box of grain. It is
best not to do this unless necessary because the
increased weight does increase the chances for
problems on the road. Do not exceed 20 miles per hour.
Calibrate each seed box for a proper rate based on the
seed that you are drilling. Calibration information is
located on the inside of your box lid or in the seed rate
book. Make sure the seed rate is adjusted the same
across the entire drill.
If your drill comes equipped with an acremeter, it should
be mounted on the left gauge wheel axle on the outboard
side. It will accumulate the total acres drilled with the drill.
In order to find out the acres covered, write down the
beginning reading and subtract it from the ending
reading for the total acres planted.
This drill is offered in different row spacings; therefore,
some of the drill boxes do not have the same number of
seed cups between each internal box divider. The
section with the largest number of cups will tend to empty
sooner.
Make sure that the seed-cup-door adjustment handles
are set the same across the drill.
If you notice excessive cracking on large-grain seeds,
adjust all seed cup door handles to a wider setting.
Machine Damage Risk:
Never back up with openers in the ground. If you do, check all
openers to be sure none are clogged.
After lowering the drill into planting position, observe the
drill from the side. Check to see that the tongue is level to
the ground. If it is not, a hitch height adjustment is
needed. See “
It is especially important to check for this if the drill has
been hitched to a different tractor.
This drill is not designed to be turned sharply in the field.
Always lift the drill completely out of the ground when
turning at ends of field rows and other short-radius turns.
If the drill is not completely raised, the lift hydraulics will
be out of sequence. Refer to “
Crushing Hazard:
Never allow anyone to ride on the drill.
Maximum seeding speed will vary according to soil
conditions.
You can adjust the tension on each disk spring. This is
especially useful in applying more pressure in tractor tire
tracks.
Equipment Damage Risk:
Do not lower drill while in folded position, certain equipment
damage will occur.
