Tar River DRL-048, Operator'S Manual

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DRL - 048, DRL - 072 Crop Seeder
Operating Instructions
Seeding/Fertilizing rate adjustment handle:
To adjust the fertilizer rate, you will need to adjust hand wheels (on each side of hopper). The seed/fertilize
rate depends on the seed/fertilizer you want to plant, please refer to your seed/ fertilizer supplier
’ s chart to get
the proper seed/fertilize rate.
Before adjusting the seed rate, return the rate on the Scale to zero by rotating the hand wheel, then check and
make sure all seeding/fertilizing wheels are fully closed on all seeding/ fertilizing boxes. (SEE BEFORE BE-
GINNING section) If not, you need to loosen the clips on both sides of the seeding/fertilizing wheel and push
the wheel into the box. Tighten the clips. When the seeding/fertilizing box is closed and the meter indicates
“0”. Adjust fertilizing rate by rotating the hand wheel. The meter has 8 numbers from 0 - 8, from zero to Maxi-
mum.
Weight, size, relative humidity, and moisture content can affect seeding rates. Users can adjust the position of
the seed/fertilizer
“ TONGUE ” and lock in different positions by moving the cotter pin to meet the different
seeding/fertilizing size. The smaller the seed, the higher up the TONGUE should be positioned. For larger
seed, the
“ TONGUE ” should be opened more.
Locking knob
Important: Tighten locking nut on handle assembly before operating.
Postitioning holes
Tongue and positioning holes