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86511 Rev A
86511 Drop Seeder Attachment
Removing Seeder Attachment from Aerator
Before removing seeder attachment from aerator, turn ignition key to OFF position.
A. Unplug battery harness from controller
B. Remove wingnuts from controls mounting bracket, take off controls
C. Loosen mounting latch rod
D. Remove hitch pin and pull entire hopper assembly out of aerator receiver.
Clean seeder thoroughly for off season storage. Store seeder indoors and out of the elements.
Seeder Setup Before Operation
Calibrate for Gate Setting
Step 1.
Determine operation speed
A.
Measure off 88 feet
B.
Drive aerator in same manner as you will be spreading seed
a.
If spreading before/after aerating, drive with tines out of ground
b.
If spreading while aerating, drive with tines in ground at aerating depth
C.
Record the amount of time in seconds it takes to go the 88 feet
D.
Take 60 divided by recorded time, this is your speed in miles per hour
(for example 12 seconds to travel 88 feet is 5 mph)
Speed in Miles Per Hour: __________
Step 2.
Set rate dial setting
A. See Seed Application Chart on Page 9 for a starting point
Step 3.
Remove lid and put under seeder to catch seed. Put enough seed in hopper for test
Step 4.
With key in ON position, open seed gate lever for 1 minute then close (agitator should
be turning in hopper)
Step 5.
Weigh the amount of seed caught in lid
Step 6.
Calculate rate in lbs of seed per 1000 square feet
Rate = lbs caught in 1 min ÷ (mph X 0.22) = ___________________
Step 7.
Compare Rate calculated above with the recommended application rate for the seed
on the seed bag. Adjust rate dial setting and re-calibrate until it matches recommended appli-
cation rate
Rate Dial Setting: __________
