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F-1058-0820
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Seed Rate Adjustment
1.
The seeding rate is adjusted for each section with
the threaded seed rate adjustment at one end of
each drill section. The end seed meter next to the
adjustment has an indicating scale (visible from the
front) for reference. Read the scale along the
outside edge of the seed meter to determine the
setting. The seeding rate should be set the same for
all sections
.
NOTE
The 15’ drill has two adjustments, one on each bo
x.
a.
To set the seeding rate, first determine from the
seed rate chart the meter opening for the desired
seed rate.
The seed rate chart is located inside
the lid of the center seed box
b.
Loosen the locking nut on the square seed shaft
on the outer end of drill.
c.
Adjust the nuts on the inside and outside of the
square shaft until the desired rate setting is
obtained, along the outside of the meter.
d.
Re-tighten the locking nut to secure the seed rate
setting.
NOTE
Do not force the seed meter shaft, damage will occur.
The meter will not be able to fully close if there is
seed in the box. Lube/oil the square seed shaft so
that it will easily slide through the support bearing
while adjusting
.
Figure 4-22: Seed Rate Adjustment
LOCKING COLLARS
LOCKING NUTS
SEED RATE
PLACARD
SQUARE SHAFT