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3PYP Table of Contents Index Adjustments 77
2018-07-24 Table of Contents Index 401-312M
Finger Meter Inserts
Refer to Figure 98
The backing plate is equipped with an “A” insert for
Corn, and a “C” insert for Sunflower. In tests, these
inserts provide the best performance in most seed sizes.
However, there are alternate inserts that can be used.
Before changing to a different insert, please consult with
a Great Plains service representative for a
recommendation.
The insert type is molded into the back. Changing inserts
requires meter disassembly.
Meter Reliability Risk:
Be cautious in using seed treatments, additives, and other
chemicals when possible. They can cause meter performance
problems and premature wear. If graphite is used, use
Precision Planting
®
planting graphite or Great Plains
graphite, which is less abrasive. Generally, seeds treated with
Maxi, Captan, and similar coatings benefit from graphite.
Always store meters in a dry, secure place. Moisture,
temperature, nest-building insects and rodents can create
problems. Always pay attention to your seed monitor and
operating manual. Monitor the amount of seed you are
planting compared to expectations. Investigate abnormalities!
Sunflower Meter Configurations
Review the finger pickup meter configuration, based on
the seed size. See chart below. See “
Exchanging
Finger Sets ” on page 96 for component removal and
installation instructions.
The standard Sunflower configuration is suitable for
#4 and #3 seed sizes. Larger seeds may require the
Corn meter configuration. Using a finger pickup meter for
Confection seeds is not recommended.
Finger Pickup Configurations for Sunflower
Figure 98
Finger Meter Insert
22908
2
1
3
2
Oil S eed S ize Confection S eed
#4 # 3 #2
Meter Component
(12-finger su nflower) (12-finger su nflower) (12-finger corn)
(In s ert C) (In s ert C) (In s ert A)
c. The s e component s a re incl u ded in the s t a nd a rd 8 90- 8 56C Corn meter. 3 457 3
s . The s e component s a re incl u ded in the s t a nd a rd 8 90-912C Su nflower meter, a nd the 40 3 -659A Conver s ion Kit.
(long, n a rrow, XL)
~6600 s eed s /kg
(~ 3 000 s eed s /po u nd)
~16500 s eed s /kg
(~7500 s eed s /po u nd)
~14 3 00 s eed s /kg
(~6500 s eed s /po u nd)
~12100 s eed s /kg
(~5500 s eed s /po u nd)
Fin g er S et
3 4 3 067
s
3 4 3 067
s
3 4 3 029
c
Not
recommended
for XL
confection
s eed
Backin g Plate
I
3 4210 8
s
3 4210 8
s
3 42110
c
Bru s h Block
3 4 3 091
s
3 4 3 091
s
3 4 3 052
c
( b r us hle ss
b lock)
( b r us hle ss
b lock)
( a dj us t ab le
b r us h b lock)