Tar River DRL-072, Operator'S Manual

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1. Note the following in order to avoid fertilizer burn:
2. The fertilizing rate should be controlled according to your field condition.
3. Choose the proper fertilizer for the seed.
4. Always inspect, maintain or adjust the seeder after each use.
5. While operating the seeder, keep area clean, free of clutter and well lit. Keep children and bystanders away.
Distractions can cause you to lose control, so bystanders should remain at a safe distance from the work area.
6. The seeder should raise and lower smoothly. Avoid quick height adjustments as it could damage the machine.
7. The seeder should be inspected prior to each use. Carefully check all bolts, nuts, chains sprockets etc. to
make sure they are in good condition and properly tightened.
8. Keep the hopper clean and make sure there is no moisture inside before you fill with seed and fertilizer.
9. Working speed can be 1 - 3 miles/hr.
10. Do not stand/sit between the seeder and the tractor while operating.
11. Do not go in reverse or turn sharply while seeder is in the ground.
12. During planting, avoid unnecessary stopping in the field to maintain consistent sowing space.
13. Driver should have experience and be familiar with using this type of equipment.
14. The tractor should be stopped when adding seed/fertilizer, performing maintenance, adding gas and cleaning
up debris, etc.
15. Do NOT go under the seeder for inspecting or repairing while seeder is raised by tractor.
SEEDING/FERTILIZING ADJUSTMENT DEVICE
(Pre - installed under the top hopper case)
The seeding adjustment device is mainly composed of the seeding/fertilizing device,
seeding/fertilizing box and the seeding/fertilizing wheels. The Seeding/Fertilizing Box is attached on the Seeding/
Fertilizing Axis by two clips and the seed rate is adjustable by controlling the position of this seed/fertilizer
wheel.
Note the following in order to avoid fertilizer burn:
The fertilizing rate should be controlled according to your field condition.
Choose the proper fertilizer for the seed.
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1 Hex drive shaft 4 Clean out
2 Seed/Fertilizer Gear 5 Indicator
3 Cup 6 Clip
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