Kinze 3600, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
9-5
IMPORTANT: Replace hopper lids after hoppers are
filled to prevent accumulation of dust or dirt in the
seed meter which will cause premature wear.
Cleaning brush-type seed meter for storage:
1. Remove meter from seed hopper by removing the
two thumbscrews which secure the meter to the
hopper.
2. Remove seed disc and wash with soap and
water and dry thoroughly.
3. Remove upper brush by removing the three hex
head screws from the brush retainer and remov-
ing brush retainer and upper brush.
4. Remove the three hex head screws from the
lower brush and remove lower brush and stain-
less steel wear band.
5. Wash all parts and meter housing with soap and
water and dry thoroughly.
6. Inspect all parts for wear and replace worn parts.
7. Reassemble meter except for seed disc. Meter
should be stored in a rodent-free space with
seed disc removed.
Seed Disc Wear
HD112690(PLTR40b)
Most wear on the seed disc will be found in the agitation
groove area (area between the seed loading slots).
Wear will affect planting accuracy at high RPM. To
measure for wear, lay a straight edge across the
surface of the disc and measure the gap between the
disc (at the agitation groove area) and the straight
edge. If the agitation groove areas are worn in excess
of .030" and accuracy starts to drop off at higher meter
RPM, the seed disc should be replaced.
Estimated life expectancy of the seed disc under
normal operating conditions should be approximately
200 acres per row. Severe operating conditions such
as dust, lack of lubrication or abrasive seed coating
could reduce life expectancy of the seed disc to under
100 acres per row.
Agitation
Groove Area
(Shaded Area)-
Where Most
Wear Will
Occur
BRUSH-TYPE SEED METER
MAINTENANCE
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Only clean, high quality seed should be used for
maximum meter accuracy. Damaged or cracked seed,
hulls or foreign materials may become lodged in the
upper brush and greatly reduce meter accuracy. It is
suggested that the seed disc be removed daily,
inspected and cleaned. Check for buildup of foreign
material on the seed disc, particularly in the seed
loading slots. Clean the disc by washing it with soap
and water. Check for cracked seed, hulls, etc. lodged
between the brush retainer and stainless steel wear
band which can greatly reduce the accuracy of the
meter because the upper brush will not be able to retain
the seed in the seed disc pocket. Clean the brush
areas of the meter housing thoroughly.
Seed Disc
Upper Brush
Lower Brush
Meter Housing
Stainless Steel
Wear Band
Upper Brush
Retainer
Seed Loading Slots
Seed Pocket
Upper brush area where foreign materials may
become lodged and reduce meter accuracy.
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Rev. 10/03