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Section 2: Operating Instructions
NTS2507, NTS2509, & NTS2511 No-Till Seeder 313-629M
3/6/18
Refer to Figure 2-7 on page 22:
1.
Relocate slow moving vehicle sign from back of your
tractor to mounting socket (#5) on the back of the
seeder. If needed, a slow moving vehicle sign can be
purchased from your nearest Land Pride dealer.
Refer to
“Slow Moving Vehicle Sign (Accessory)”
2.
With tractor in park or park brake set, start tractor and
operate tractor control lever to raise seeder fully up
for transporting. Skip to step 5 if transporting with a
3-point mounted seeder.
3.
Before transporting the pull-type seeder, store park
jack on the seeder main frame. See
on page 21 for detailed
instructions,
4.
Install transport locks and stroke control spacers
before traveling with pull-type unit. For detailed
instructions, see
5.
Start tractor and select a safe ground travel speed
when transporting from one area to another. Do not
exceed 20 miles per hour travel speed.
6.
When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
7.
Reduce tractor ground speed when turning. Leave
enough clearance so the seeder does not contact
obstacles such as buildings, trees, or fences.
8.
Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over rough
or hilly terrain.
IMPORTANT:
The slow moving vehicle sign should
not be used when transporting equipment on a truck
or trailer exceeding speeds of 25 mph. Cover or
remove the sign when hauling the NTS Seeder.
Level Seeder With 3-Point Mount
Leveling the seeder should be done in the field you wish
to seed. This is because the seeder should be leveled
with front spikes penetrating the soil while the rear packer
roller rests on top of the soil.
1.
Enter field to be seeded.
2.
Lower seeder and pull ahead 15 feet or until both
front and rear rollers are fully engaged in the ground.
3.
Shut tractor down properly before dismounting. Refer
to
4.
Place a level across the mainframe from front to
back.
5.
Manually adjust length of upper center 3-point link to
level seeder from front to back. Refer to the tractor’s
Operator Manual for instructions on adjusting upper
center 3-point link.
6.
Pull ahead another 15 feet and repeat steps 4 & 5.
IMPORTANT:
Front angling spike rollers will not
function properly unless frame is level to the ground.