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Section 2: Operating Instructions
4/03/14
PS25120 Primary Seeder 313-156M
Filling the Seed Box
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CAUTION
Always lower the Primary Seeder to the ground before filling
and checking seed level in the seed box. This will keep the
rollers from turning while working around them.
1.
Always lower the Primary Seeder to the ground,
engage tractor park brake, shut tractor engine off
and remove key before filling the seed box.
2.
Release lid latch and open seed box lid until over
center latch arms have locked in place. Doing this will
keep the lid from falling while filling the box.
3.
Fill seed box from the rear while standing on the
ground. Do not step or climb on the rear roller to fill
the seed box. Make sure the rear roller is on the
ground so it cannot turn while filling the box.
4.
The bag opener (sharp point on top of baffle plate
located inside the seed box) can be used to tear
open the seed bags.
5.
Maker certain the seed box is filled uniformly to
ensure one side dose not run out of product ahead of
the other side.
6.
Close lid by pulling on the handle of the over center
latch arms with one hand while holding the lid up with
the other hand. Lower lid gently while keeping hands
and fingers clear.
7.
Lock lid down with lid latch to keep moisture out.
8.
At first begin seeding at a slow forward speed and
shift up until the desired speed is achieved.
How the Seeder Works
The following information is a brief description of how this
Primary Seeder works. It is included to help you
understand the operation of this seeder.
The power to drive the seeding function of this seeder
comes from the ground speed of the tractor. The seed
metering is powered by the front roller at a rate
proportional to the distance driven. This ensures that the
rate applied in pounds per acre or pounds per 1000
square feet remains constant as ground speed is varied.
The power is transmitted via drive chains to the seed
cups. This drive can be adjusted to a high or low range to
broadcast more or less seed. The seed rate is adjustable
using the seed rate lever located at the rear of the
seeder. The seed is dropped between cast iron rollers.
The front roller crushes clods, presses down small
stones, and forms a firm seedbed. The rear roller firms
the soil around the seeds.
Operating the Seeder
!
WARNING
Do not use the seeder for pulling fence posts, stumps, etc.,
lifting objects, carry objects, or towing other equipment. Any
of the above can result in equipment damage, serious bodily
injury or death.
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DANGER
Never carry a person on the seeder. A person can become
entangled in the seeder or fall and be ran over causing serious
injury or death.
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CAUTION
Never back up with the seeder down. This will loosen the drive
chain and possibly damage the seeder.
1.
Contact your local utility services so that they may
mark location of any under ground utility services in
the area. Thoroughly inspect the work area yourself
for buried pipelines, sprinkler heads, and any
unforeseen objects. Mark any potential hazards.
2.
This seeder 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. Do not exceed 20
miles per hour.
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 on page 24.
4.
Make sure the seed cup door adjustment handle on
each cup is set the same across the seeder.
5.
Be sure all bolts and nuts are tight.
6.
Be certain all guards are in place and secure.
7.
Clear the area to be seeded of rocks, branches, and
other foreign objects.
8.
Never allow anyone to ride on the seeder.
9.
Check that all plugs and caps have been replaced
properly.
10. At first begin seeding at a slow forward speed and
shift up until the desired speed is achieved.
Maximum speed to plant seed will vary according to
soil conditions. Seeding should not be done in wet
conditions as soil will stick to the rollers.
11. After seeding the first 50 feet, stop and check to see
that the seeder is adjusted properly.
IMPORTANT: Before proceeding with the first time
set-up, or before making any adjustments
mentioned in this section, make every effort to
attach the seeder to a tractor.
