Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
AP-PS2072 & AP-PS2086 Primary Seeders 313-805MK
7/15/19
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Tractor/Skid Steer Requirements
The Primary Seeder is designed to attach to a tractor
3-point and to skid steer loaders with the following
minimum requirements:
Skid Steer Requirements
Horsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-95 hp (26.1-70.8 kW)
Hitch type . . . . . . . Skid steer quick attach, ISO 24410
Lift Capacity
AP-PS2072 . . . . .Empty weight 1464 lbs (664.1 kg)
AP-PS2086 . . . . . Empty weight 1677 lbs (760.7 kg)
Skid steer weight . . . . . . . . . . . . See Warnings below
Tractor Requirements
Make certain tractor’s 3-point lifting capacity and weight
is capable of lifting and controlling the seeder under all
operating conditions. Refer to “
Specifications &
Capacities”
on page 37 for seeder weight.
Tractor horsepower and hitch category should be within
the range noted below. Tractors outside the horsepower
range must not be used.
3-Point Hitch Minimum Horse Power
AP-PS2072 . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-60 hp (18.6-44.7 kW)
AP-PS2086 . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-70 hp (29.8-52.2 kW)
3-Point Hitch Category
AP-PS2072 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat. I
AP-PS2086 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat. I
!
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
•
Consult your power machine’s manual for operating
•
Power machines outside the listed horsepower range must
•
Lightweight power machines may need weight added to the
IMPORTANT:
The lower 3-point arms must be
stabilized to prevent side-to-side movement. Most
tractors have sway blocks or adjustable chains for
this purpose.
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
Torque Requirements
Refer to
“Torque Values Chart”
on page 40 to determine
correct torque values when tightening hardware.
Before You Start
!
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
Make sure the intended skid steer or tractor conforms to
the
“Tractor/Skid Steer Requirements”
stated above.
Read and understand the operator’s manual for your
Seeder. An understanding of how it works will aid in the
assembly and setup.
Go through the
before assembling the Seeder. Speed up your assembly
task and make the job safer by having all needed parts
and equipment readily at hand.
Pre-Assembly Checklist
Check
Reference
All major frame components
Operator’s
Manual
Location of fasteners and pins.
NOTE:
All hardware from the factory has
been installed in its proper location. If a
part is temporarily removed for assembly
reasons, remember where it goes. Keep
parts separated.
Operator’s
Manual
Be sure the part gets used in the correct
location. Use parts manual to identify
location of parts that have been removed.
By double checking while you assemble,
you will lessen the chance of using a part
incorrectly that may be needed later.
Parts
Manual
All working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight and cotter pins are spread.
Operator’s
Manual
All grease fittings are in place and
lubricated.
Proper take-up and alignment of all drive
chains.
Safety and reflector decals are correctly
located and legible. Replace if damaged.