Section 2: Operating Instructions
OS1548 and OS1572 Overseeder (S/N ) 308-303M
11/28/18
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General Notes for Field Operations
Before proceeding with the first time set-up or before
making any adjustments mentioned in this section, make
every effort to obtain and hitch a tractor to the
Overseeder.
1.
This Overseeder can be transported with a full box of
seeds. It is best not to do this unless necessary
because the increased weight does increase the
chances for problems on the road.
2. Do not exceed 20 miles per hour when transporting.
3. Calibrate your seeder sprocket speed and seed cup
rate adjustment lever based on type of seed you are
using. Calibration information is located on the inside
of your box lid or in the Seed Rate Charts starting on
page 26.
4. Refer to Figure 3-8 on page 25. Make sure the feed
cup door adjustment handle on each cup is set the
same across the Overseeder. Usually in the highest
position.
5. Never allow anyone to ride on the Overseeder.
6. Maximum seeding speed will vary according to soil
conditions.
7.
Check oil level in gearbox and chaincase.
8. Check that all plugs and caps have been replaced
properly.
9. Be sure all Overseeder knives, bolts, and nuts are
tight.
10. Be certain all guards and shields are in place and
secure.
11. Grease power take-off shaft and all other grease
fittings.
12. Clear the area to be over-seeded of rocks, branches,
and other foreign objects.
13. Tall grass and weeds should be mowed before
overseeding.
14. Operate with 540 rpm power take-off tractor.
15. At first begin overseeding at a slow forward speed
and shift up until the desired speed is achieved.
16. Overseeder knives will cut better at a faster rotor
speed than at reduced throttle.
17. Do not engage power take-off at full throttle.
18. Never back up with Overseeder in the ground.
19. Overseeding should not be done in wet conditions as
soil will stick to the knives.
20. After overseeding the first 50 feet, stop and check to
see that the Overseeder is adjusted properly.
21. Do not make sharp turns or attempt to back up while
Overseeder is in the ground.
22. Do not engage power take-off with machine in the
fully raised or fully lowered position.
General Operating Instructions
Once you have read the operators manual, properly
installed you Land Pride Overseeder to the tractors
3-point hitch, ran through the Operating Checklist, filled
the hopper with seed, and calibrated the unit for proper
seed rate delivery, it’s time to do some serious seeding.
The power to run the horizontal rotor shaft, which is
equipped with the vertically mounted slitter knives, is
provide by the tractors 540 rpm power take-off. You
should have already set the desired slitter depth by
adjusting the height of the side-mounted gauge wheels
or the front mounted anti-scalping roller, whichever one
your unit is so equipped with. The only other means of
achieving slitter depth control, if your unit is equipped
with the rear drive roller only, is by maintaining the depth
stop control on the draft-links of your tractors three-point
hitch.
The OS1548 and OS1572 have ground driven seed
delivery systems. The power to drive the seed metering
system comes from the forward momentum of the tractor.
As the tractor moves forward the ground driven rear roller
compactor or side mounted gauge wheels transfer power
via chain driven sprockets to the seed metering system
so the seed rate remains constant and in direct
proportion to the distance traveled and is affected very
little by actual ground speed. The most accurate and
productive seed rate applications will usually be achieved
between three and 5 miles per hour. Seeding should not
be attempted in wet or muddy conditions.
Now that you understand how it works its time to begin
seeding. You should already have removed any large
stones or obstacles from the area you plan to seed. Line
the tractor up for the first pass and choose a tractor gear
selection that will deliver a ground speed of
approximately 3-5mph. Lower the three-point hitch and
seeder slowly to a point approximately six inches off of
the ground. Raise the tractor rpm slightly and engage
power take-off. Raise power take-off speed to 540 rpm
and begin driving forward slowly at first until you get
comfortable with what you are doing. As you approach
the end of the lane you are seeding slow down and come
to a stop. Raise the Overseeder off of the ground
approximately six inches. With Overseeder raised, line
up for your next pass and repeat the process. Look back
often and avoid making very sharp turns with your
Overseeder on the ground if you expect to develop a
uniform seeding pattern. The more experienced you
become the better you will get at developing beautiful
seed plots and beautiful lawns.
Always clean the seeder out and perform all
maintenance prescribed in the Operator’s Manual at the
end of each planting. Never leave seed stored in the
hopper or seed cups for prolonged periods.
