Stocks AG Turbo Jet 10, Operating Instructions Manual

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The Speed Range
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Ensure you check the minimum and maximum speeds displayed, and that they are sensible
for your field operation. This is the speed range that the
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-CON can maintain the required
application rate, and depends on the width of your machine, the application rate required,
and the type and configuration of feed rolls fitted.
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Ensure that the speed range will work for you in the field – assuming most seeding
operations and cultivations are done at between 8 – 12 kph, the ideal minimum forward
speed will be approx. 0.7 – 1.2 kph which gives a maximum speed of approximately 14 – 24
kph, and so your target field speed will be approximately somewhere in the middle of the
available speed range. Ensure that your target forward speed will not be close to either the
minimum or the maximum of the range, and that you have some reserve of speed range
above and below the in-field forward speed. Ideally your forward speed will be in close to
the middle of the range.
If the minimum is too high, for example 4kph then the feed motor will be running too slowly
if your forward speed drops towards the minimum as you set in and lift out of work, and this
could result in missed patches (although the alarm will trigger when either the minimum or
maximum speed is reached)
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If the indicated speed range does not work for your operation, you must change the feed roll
configuration or the type of feed roll to apply more or less seed, per revolution of the feed
mechanism, as required. Once done, recalibrate and note the new speed range.
For example, if using the 5mm small seed rolls and there are 3 rolls per outlet fitted and the
indicated minimum forward speed is 4kph, then reconfigure the feed roll to use 1 x 5mm roll
per outlet and the forward speed will reduce by 66% to 1.3kph, which is much better.
Complete the calibration test
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It is recommended to perform the test at least twice – the second time press the Prime
button for longer to weigh out more product for a more accurate result – you need a big
enough sample to weigh to be accurate. This is vital for low rates of OSR.
Ready For Work
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Close the hinged panel and secure with the over centre catches.
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Ensure the fan is running – switch junction box switch to ON.
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If seeding grass, ensure the agitator is running – turn ON via head unit.
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Ensure the hopper lid is screwed tightly shut to seal better against air loss.
FIELD OPERATION
In work ensure that you are driving at the correct speed and bout width.
Ensure all alarms are silent and not displayed.
Stop after a few metres – check for even distribution, spread and application rate
Check all outlet pipes are seeding correctly.
Repeat all the above checks at regular intervals until you are certain the job is being done correctly.
Please clean out the machine at the end of the day, use a brush not your hand to sweep out the
bottom of the hopper.
Caution. The feed rolls and agitator can pull in hair or loose clothing. The motor is so powerful that
you will be unable to stop it.
CLEANING AND STORAGE.
Do not jet wash the machine – use an air-line and brush to blow down and clean.
Brush or blow out the fan vanes on a regular basis to ensure there is no build up of debris on the
vanes – this prevents eccentric running and will prolong the life of the fan significantly.
Ensure all seed is removed from the feed rolls and from inside the hoper and the body of the
machine.
Store under cover if possible. The cab console is not waterproof – store in dry conditions.
Start the Turbo Jet running BEFORE you need to use for the next season, and check all functions.