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LPH800 TREATER
The supply hopper has a capacity of approximately 7 units of seed. The hopper
supplies seed to the atomizing chamber where seed first comes in contact with the
treatment.
The seed flow is controlled by an adjustable seed gate. Refer to the Calibration section
page 30 for instructions on adjusting the seed flow gate. Dry batch calibration runs will
be required in order to determine the seed flow rate . Rates should be determined in
Quantity / Time, this will allow for proper liquid / granular mixtures.
Different seed types may be treated with this equipment. It is
imperative to note that re
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calibration of the seed gate setting will
be required with each new seed type.
The hopper is equipped with two proximity switches. The top proximity switch controls
the automatic start and stop of the inlet conveyor, so the supply hopper does not
overflow. This proximity switch is not used on Tower Units. The lower proximity switch
controls the automatic shut
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off of the pump(s) when the hopper runs out of seed. Refer
to the Electrical Operations section on page 26 and the Proximity Switch Adjustment
Guide on page 40 for more information on these proximity switches.
The distribution cone creates a curtain of seed which wraps around the atomizer head,
ensuring that every seed is applied with treatment. (see page 39)
SUPPLY HOPPER
ATOMIZER CHAMBER
The atomizer chamber consists of a
patented design which disperses
treatment evenly to each seed.
A motor drives the atomizer head at
approximately 1725 RPM’s.
As treatment is being pumped into the
atomizer chamber, it drops into the
atomizer head. The centrifugal force of
the spinning head forces the treatment
to be sprayed out through a screen
covering in all 360 degrees.
Meanwhile, seed flows down out of the
seed wheel and down on top of the
distribution cone which disperses the
seed down around the atomizer head.
The atomizer can be easily accessed
for cleaning and maintenance by pulling
down on the quick release handle and
sliding the atomizer away from the
treater body. (see page 44)
12” hopper extension
Adjustable Seed
Gate Lever
Inlet conveyor
Proximity
Switch
Pump(s)
Proximity
Switch
Atomizing
Chamber
Quick Release
Atomizer Chamber
Handle
NOTICE