1525P and 1510HDP
Adjustments
Great Plains
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Adjusting Finger Pickup Meter
The finger pick up meter has an adjustable brush. It has
been pre-set to the optimum setting for most seed sizes.
Listed below are some basic guidelines for operating and
adjusting the meter.
General Planting Tips
1.
Optimum planting speed is 4
1
2
to 5 mph. Excess
speed results in poor spacing performance due to
seed tube bounce. Excess speed may also result in
improper depth control due to opener bounce.
2.
Always pay attention to your drill monitor. Compare
actual seed usage to your estimates.
3.
Fine-tune your drill by thoroughly checking all key
components including: Keeton
®
Seed Firmers, seed
tubes, chains, sprockets, tire pressure, seed monitor,
double disk openers, gauge wheels, closing wheels,
parallel arms, and the opener itself.
Brush
The adjustable brush provides additional flexibility to
accommodate a wide range of seed sizes. Use a
flat-head screwdriver to gently rotate the brush into
position. Use the general guidelines in the table on the
right to adjust the brush position to your seed size and
shape. The numbers listed correspond to the numbers
printed on the outer housing of your meter.
Population Max Inserts
The Population Max backing plate is equipped with an
"A" insert (or "R" insert). In tests, this insert provides the
best performance in most seed sizes. However, there are
two alternative inserts that can be used. Before changing
to a different insert, please consult with a Great Plains
service representative for a recommendation.
Be cautious in using seed treatments, additives, and other
chemicals. They can cause meter performance problems and
premature wear to meter parts. Avoid use of graphite with the
Precision? Meter. If graphite must be used, use Precision
Planting graphite or Great Plains graphite - which are less
abrasive. Generally, seeds coated with Maxi or similar
coatings do not need graphite. Other seed coatings, such as
Captan, generally benefit from graphite. Always store meters
in a dry, secure place. Moisture, temperature, and mice can
create unintended problems. Always pay attention to your seed
monitor, operating manual, and be sure to monitor the amount
of seed you are planting compared to your expectations.
Always investigate abnormalities!
Figure 95
Hole for Adjusting with Screwdriver
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Recommended Brush Settings
start here and adjust for peak performance
XL
Flats
Flats
Rounds
Rounds
& Flats
Small
Round
Popcor
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1
2
3
4
5
6