Operator s Manual. Manufacturing, Inc. Split-Row Planter SR5030 PINK M-A. KK1000, KK1005, KK1006, KK1010 and Later

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1 PINK Operator s Manual SR5030 Split-Row Planter Model SR5030 Serial No. KK1000, KK1005, KK1006, KK1010 and Later Manufacturing, Inc. Read the operator s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. Copyright 1999 Printed 4/12/ M-A

2 Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Safety Information Safety Decals Introduction Description of Unit Intended Usage Using This Manual Definitions Owner Assistance Section 1 Preparation and Setup Prestart Checklist Hitching Planters to Tractor Leveling Planter Section 2 Operating Instructions Prestart Checklist Field Operation Meter Clutches Row Unit Operation Transporting Parking Section 3 Adjustments Row Unit Adjustments Down Pressure Down Pressure Charts Coulter Depth Opener Seeding Depth Side Gauge Wheels x 12 Closing Wheel Option Closing Disk Option Planting Rate Transmission Adjustment Checking Planting Population Planting Rate Charts Finger Pickup Meters for Corn Brush Meters Meter Drive Adjustments Seed-Lok Lock Up Section 4 Troubleshooting Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Finger Pickup Meter Opener Disks, Scrapers and Gauge Wheels 21 Chain Tension Storage Lubrication Gauge Wheel Module Gauge Wheel Chain Side Gauge Wheel Arms Counter Shaft Chain Transmission Chain Meter Drive Chain Finger Pickup Meter Section 6 Options Monitor Coulter Terra Tine Seed-Lok Firming Wheels Heavy Duty Spring Package Section 7 Specifications and Capacities Tire Inflation Chart Appendix Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes Copyright 1999 All rights Reserved Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication as is without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit. This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future. Great Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated Trademarks The following are trademarks of : Application Systems, Ausherman, Land Pride, Great Plains, Seed-Lok All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Printed in the United States of America. SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

3 Important Safety Information Important Safety Information Look for Safety Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken. When you see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that follows it. In addition to design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.! Be Aware of Signal Words Signal words designate a degree or level of hazard seriousness. The signal words are:! DANGER! Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations, typically for machine components that, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.! WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.! CAUTION! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Keep Riders Off Machinery Riders obstruct the operator s view. Riders could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from machine. Never allow riders on implement. Never allow children to operate equipment. For Your Protection Thoroughly read and understand Safety Decals, page 4. Read all instructions noted on decals. OFF Shutdown and Storage Lower machine to ground, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key. Detach and store implement in an area where children normally do not play. Secure implement with blocks and supports. Handle Chemicals Properly Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and property. Wear protective clothing. Handle all chemicals with care. Follow instructions on container label. Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire. Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by chemical manufacturer. 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 1

4 Important Safety Information Use Safety Lights and Devices Slow-moving tractors, self-propelled equipment and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads. They are difficult to see, especially at night. Use flashing warning lights and turn signals whenever driving on public roads. Use lights and devices provided with implement. Transport Machinery Safely Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph. Some rough terrains require a slower speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset. Do not exceed 20 mph. Never travel at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping. Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes. Comply with state and local laws. Do not tow an implement that, when fully loaded, weighs more than 1.5 times the weight of towing vehicle. Use A Safety Chain Use a safety chain to help control drawn machinery should it separate from tractor drawbar. Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of towed machinery. Attach chain to tractor drawbar support or other specified anchor location. Allow only enough slack in chain to permit turning. Replace chain if any links or end fittings are broken, stretched or damaged. Do not use safety chain for towing. Practice Safe Maintenance Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment. Refer to this manual for additional information. Work in a clean, dry area. Lower implement to ground, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before performing maintenance. Allow implement to cool completely. Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good condition and installed properly. Remove buildup of grease, oil or debris. Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation. 2 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

5 Important Safety Information Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if a fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone. Wear Protective Equipment Wear protective clothing and equipment. Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose-fitting clothing. Because prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss, wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs. Because operating equipment safely requires your full attention, avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery. Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate skin, causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check for suspected leaks. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. 911 Safety at All Times Thoroughly read and understand this manual before operating implement. Refer to Safety Decals, page 4. Read all instructions noted on decals. Be familiar with all implement functions. Operate implement from driver s seat only. Do not leave tractor or implement unattended with engine running. Do not dismount a moving tractor. Dismounting a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death. Do not stand between the tractor and implement during hitching. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven parts. Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts. Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when raising implement. Make sure all persons are clear of working area. Do not turn tractor too tight, causing implement to ride up on wheels. Tire Safety Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed by trained personnel using correct tools and equipment. When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side not in front of or over tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available. When removing and installing wheels, use wheel-handling equipment adequate for weight involved. 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 3

6 Important Safety Information Safety Decals Your implement comes equipped with all safety decals in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. 1. Read and follow decal directions. 2. Keep all safety decals clean and legible. 3. Replace all damaged or missing decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for proper decal placement. 4. When ordering new parts or components, also request corresponding safety decals. 5. To install new decals: a. Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed. b. Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface, being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal C Slow Moving Vehicle Sign C Red Reflector Reflectors on both ends of planter frame; two decals total C Amber Reflector Reflectors on both ends of planter frame; two decals total 4 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

7 Important Safety Information C Amber Reflector Reflectors on outside row units; two reflectors total C Warning 20 MPH Trans C Caution Operational C Warning High Pressure 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 5

8 Introduction Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new product owners. This implement has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper setup, maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine. Description of Unit The SR5030 is a three-point-mounted planting implement. The SR5030 has five row units spaced 30 inches apart. The SR5030 is designed to pull a six-row, pull-type planter, splitting row width in half and planting 11 rows a pass. Intended Usage Use this unit with a six-row, pull-type planter to plant production-agriculture crops. Do not modify the planter for use with attachments other than those specified by Great Plains. Using This Manual This manual will familiarize you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshooting and maintenance. Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation. The information in this manual is current at printing. Some parts may change to assure top performance. Definitions The following terms are used throughout this manual. Right-hand and left-hand as used in this manual are determined by facing the direction the machine will travel while in use unless otherwise stated. IMPORTANT: A crucial point of information related to the preceding topic. For safe and correct operation, read and follow the directions provided before continuing. NOTE: Useful information related to the preceding topic. Owner Assistance If you need customer service or repair parts, contact a Great Plains dealer. They have trained personnel, repair parts and equipment specially designed for Great Plains products. Your machine s parts were specially designed and should only be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always use the serial and model number when ordering parts from your Great Plains dealer. The serial-number plate is located on the upper-link clevis as shown in Figure A. Figure A Serial Number Record your planter model and serial number here for quick reference: Model Number: Serial Number: Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received, please take the following actions. 1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service manager. Make sure they are aware of any problems so they can assist you. 2. If you are still unsatisfied, seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership. 3. For further assistance write to: Product Support Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department PO Box 5060 Salina, KS SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

9 Section 1 Preparation and Setup Section 1 Preparation and Setup This section will help you prepare your tractor and planter for use. The planter must be hitched to a suitable tractor and leveled before using it in the field. Prestart Checklist 1. Read and understand Important Safety Information beginning on page Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts are tight, and cotter pins are spread. 3. Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubricated. Refer to Lubrication, Maintenance and Lubrication, page Check that all safety decals and reflectors are legible. Replace if damaged. Refer to Safety Decals, Important Safety Information, page Inflate tires and tighten bolts as recommended in the Appendix, page 31. Hitching Planters to Tractor! DANGER! You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed between the tractor and planter. Do not stand or place any part of your body between planter and moving tractor. Stop tractor engine and set park brake before installing hitch pins. 1. To prevent soil compaction on rows, set tractor wheels at 75 inches center to center. For hillsides and steep slopes, set tractor wheels as wide as possible for maximum stability. 2. Adjust tractor lower links to maximize lifting height. IMPORTANT: To keep the planter level make sure the lower links are adjusted evenly. Set tractor sway blocks to minimize side sway. Position tractor lift control in float position. 3. Back tractor up to planter. Align lower links with the lower hitch holes on planter. Insert hitch pins and spacers supplied with planter according to the category of your tractor. Lock pins in place. 4. Attach tractor top link in the lower hole for Category II tractors. Attach tractor top link in the upper hole for Category III tractors. 5. Raise planter. Remove pins (1) holding parking stands and raise stands. Replace pins in lowest hole of each stand. Figure 1-1 Parking Stand 17723! WARNING! Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin. Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before applying pressure. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible. Use paper or cardboard, not body parts, and wear heavy gloves to check for suspected leaks. If injured, seek medical assistance from a doctor that is familiar with this type of injury. Foreign fluids in the tissue must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene will result. 6. Hitch SR5030 to pull-type planter. 7. Connect hydraulic hoses for pull-type planter to couplers on rear of SR5030. Connect hydraulic hoses for SR5030 to tractor outlets. 8. Connect planter electrical harness to SR5030 harness. Plug lead from SR5030 harness to the tractor receptacle. 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 7

10 Section 1 Preparation and Setup Leveling Planter The planter must be level for the row units to function correctly. Before leveling the planter check tire pressures as specified on Tire Inflation Chart, Appendix, page Check that planter is level from side to side. If not, adjust lower links of tractor three point to level planter. 2. After setting row units to the proper planting depth, park tractor and planter on level ground in the field. Lower planter. If planter is level from front to back, the bottom of the frame tube will be parallel to the ground (1). See Figure 1-2. If planter is not level, adjust upper link on tractor three point to level planter. 3. Check that row-unit arms are parallel to the ground. If row-unit arms are not parallel, adjust gauge-wheel modules. To find the amount of adjustment needed, measure the vertical distance between the front and rear pivot on the row-unit arms (2). See Figure 1-2. Adjust both gauge-wheel modules this amount. To adjust the gauge-wheel modules, see Figure 1-3. Raise planter and loosen jam nut (A) on wheel module. To lower the planter, turn the nut (B) at the opposite end of link counter-clockwise. To raise planter, turn nut (B) clockwise. When finished adjusting, tighten jam nut. Figure 1-3 Adjusting Gauge-Wheel Modules Figure 1-2 Level Planter Front to Rear 8 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

11 Section 2 Operating Instructions Section 2 Operating Instructions This section covers general operating procedures. Experience, machine familiarity and the following information will lead to efficient operation and good working habits. Always operate farm machinery with safety in mind. Prestart Checklist 1. Carefully read Important Safety Information, beginning on page Lubricate planter as indicated under Lubrication, Maintenance and Lubrication, page Check that planter tires are the correct size and properly inflated as indicated on Tire Inflation Chart, Appendix, page Check all bolts, pins and fasteners. Torque as specified on Torque Values Chart, Appendix, page Check the chains for proper tension and alignment as shown in Maintenance, Maintenance and Lubrication, page Check planter for worn or damaged parts. Repair or replace them before going to the field. Field Operation 1. Perform all checks listed on Prestart Checklist, this page. 2. Hitch planters to a tractor with sufficient weight and horsepower. Refer to Tractor Requirements, Specifications and Capacities, page 30, and Hitching Planters to Tractor, Preparation and Setup, page Set and calibrate planting rate as explained under Planting Rate, Adjustments, page Clear seed hoppers of foreign objects. Load seed hoppers with clean seed. Add 1 teaspoon of graphite to each seed hopper. Replace hopper lids. 5. Adjust down pressure on row units to match field conditions. Set row units to desired planting depth. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, Adjustments, page Check if planters are level. Refer to Leveling Planter, Preparation and Setup, page Lower planters, pull forward and begin planting. 8. Always raise planters for field turns. Meters will stop automatically as you raise planters. Meter Clutches To disengage seed-hopper clutches, pull and rotate knobs until meters are disengaged. See Figure Figure 2-1 Meter Clutch To engage clutches, pull and rotate knobs until meters reengage. Row Unit Operation Never back up with row units in ground. If you do, check all openers to be sure none are clogged. Always lift planter out of ground when turning at ends of field rows and for other short-radius turns. For information on planting-depth and down-pressure adjustments, refer to Row Unit Adjustments, Adjustments, beginning on page 11. Transporting! WARNING! Towing the planter at high speeds can lead to loss of vehicle control. Loss of vehicle control can lead to serious road accidents, injury and death. Do not exceed 20 mph. To maintain steering control, ballast may need to be added to tractor front end. To determine the amount of ballast required refer to your tractor s operator manual. Before transporting the planter, check and practice the following items. 1. Check that planters are securely hitched to a sufficient tractor. Refer to Tractor Requirements, Specifications and Capacities, page 30 and Hitching Planters to Tractor, Preparation and Setup, page 7. 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 9

12 Section 2 Operating Instructions 2. Unload seed hoppers before transporting if at all possible. The planter can be transported with hoppers full of seed, but the added weight will increase stopping distance and decrease maneuverability. 3. Check that tires are properly inflated. Refer to Tire Inflation Chart, Appendix, page Comply with all federal, state and local laws when traveling on public roads. 5. Remember that the planter is wider than the tractor. Allow safe clearance. Parking See also Storage, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 23, for information on long-term storage. 1. Park planter on a level, solid area. 2. Lower planter to the ground. 3. Lower parking stands to the ground as shown in Figure 2-2. If ground is soft, place a board or plate under stands to increase contact area. Pin (1) stands in lowered position Figure 2-2 Parking Stand 4. Extend or retract tractor top link until top three-point pin is free. Remove pin. 5. Remove pins from lower links. 6. Disconnect any hydraulic hoses and electrical lines from tractor. Do not let hose ends rest on the ground. 10 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

13 Section 3 Adjustments Section 3 Adjustments Row Unit Adjustments Down Pressure Springs provide the down pressure necessary for opener disks to open a seed trench. The springs allow the row unit to float down into depressions and up over obstructions. You can adjust down pressure individually for each row unit. Use only enough down pressure to cut the seed trench and maintain proper soil-firming over seed. Excessive down pressure will lead to premature wear on rowunit components. To adjust, lift T-handle shown in Figure 3-1. Move T-handle back to increase spring pressure. Move T-handle ahead toward tractor to decrease spring pressure. Coulter Depth Optional coulters allow row unit to penetrate tough ground conditions. Adjust coulters to run at the same depth as the opener disks. 1. To adjust coulter depth, loosen 3/4-inch jam nut (1) and 3/4-by-3-inch hex bolt (2). See Figure By turning cam hex (3), rotate cam casting to the desired height. Each notch represents about 1/4 inch of depth. 3. Torque bolt and jam nut to values recommended on Torque Values Chart, Appendix, page Figure 3-1 Row Unit Spring Adjustment Refer to the charts below for the amount of spring pressure at the opener for each spring setting. Down Pressure Charts Medium-Duty Spring Package Pounds Pressure First Holes (Closest to Tractor) 85 Second Holes 100 Third Holes 115 Fourth Holes 135 Figure 3-2 Row Unit Mounted Coulter Opener Seeding Depth Seeding depth is controlled by gauge wheels mounted on the sides of the opener disks. To adjust seeding depth: 1. Raise planter to remove weight from side gauge wheels. 2. Raise and move T-handle shown in Figure 3-3. Move T-handle forward to decrease seeding depth. Move T-handle back to increase seeding depth. 3. Move T-handles on all row units to the same location. Fifth Holes (Closest to Hopper) 155 Heavy-Duty Spring Package Pounds Pressure First Holes (Closest to Tractor) 155 Second Holes 175 Third Holes 205 Fourth Holes 225 Fifth Holes (Closest to Hopper) Figure 3-3 Opener Depth Adjustment The Eliminator involves two, interrelated adjustments: 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 11

14 Section 3 Adjustments Side Gauge Wheels The side gauge wheels have two, interrelated adjustments: angle of side gauge wheel, and distance between side gauge wheel and opener disk. Opener Disks Side Gauge Wheel Incorrect Side Gauge Wheel Correct Figure 3-6 Loosen Hex-Head Bolt Loosen pivot bolt. Turn hex adjuster so roll pin (1) is at 1 o clock. Use this as the starting point for adjustment. Figure 3-4 Side Gauge Wheels Adjust side-gauge-wheel angle so the wheels contact the opener disks between 4 and 8 o clock. Starting Point :00 4: Figure 3-5 Wheel-to-Disk Contact Area At the same time, keep the side gauge wheels close to the opener disks so openers do not plug with soil or trash but far enough out so the disks and wheels turn freely. To adjust side gauge wheels: 1. Raise implement slightly to remove weight from side gauge wheels. 2. Loosen hex-head bolt. Move wheel and arm out on o- ring bushing. See Figure 3-6. Figure 3-7 Turn Hex Adjuster 4. Move wheel arm in so side gauge wheel contacts opener disk. Tighten hex-head bolt to clamp arm around bushing and shank. 5. Check the wheel-to-disk contact. Lift wheel and arm. When let go, the wheel should fall freely. If wheel does not contact disk from 4 to 8 o clock, move hex adjuster until wheel is angled for proper contact with disk. If wheel does not fall freely, loosen hex-head bolt and slide wheel arm out just until wheel and arm move freely. Retighten hex-head bolt. 6. Keep turning hex adjuster and moving wheel arm until the wheel is adjusted properly. When satisfied, tighten pivot bolt to 110 foot-pounds. 12 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

15 Section 3 Adjustments 1 x 12 Closing Wheel Option The closing wheels can be adjusted for down pressure, alignment and offset. Down Pressure. Adjust the closing wheel so it has enough down force to close the seed trench without unnecessary compaction. Start with T-handle in first notch. See Figure 3-8. If the seed trench does not close, move handle to next notch and try again. Keep moving handle back just until the seed trench closes. Offset. The closing wheels can be offset to help prevent trash from plugging the closing wheels. To offset the closing wheels: 1. Raise planter slightly to remove weight from closing wheels. 2. Remove 5/8-inch bolt attaching wheel to press-wheel arm. See Figure Move closing wheel to rear mounting hole and reattach with 5/8-inch bolt. Torque bolt as recommended on Torque Values Chart, Appendix, page 30. Figure 3-8 Closing Wheel Down Pressure Alignment. If one closing wheel is running in the seed trench or closing wheels are not centered over the seed trench, adjust closing wheels as follows. 1. Raise planter slightly to remove weight from closing wheels. 7. Loosen two 1/2-inch mounting bolts (1) shown in Figure Turn adjuster cam (2) left or right to center wheels over the seed trench. 9. Torque 1/2-inch mounting bolts as recommended on Torque Value Chart, Appendix, page Figure 3-10 Closing Wheel Offset If the closing wheels are not offset, mount wheels in the front holes of press-wheel arm. Closing Disk Option For proper seed-to-soil contact, the closing disks must have enough down pressure to close the seed trench without unnecessary soil compaction. To adjust down pressure on closing disks, ratchet spring cam to next cam height by turning head of support bolt (1) clockwise. Refer to Figure Figure 3-11 Closing Disk and Tube Holes Figure 3-9 Closing Wheel Alignment 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 13

16 Section 3 Adjustments Planting Rate Transmission Adjustment To set the planting population, change the sprocket combination on the transmission. 1. Refer to Planting Rate Charts beginning on page 15 for the proper sprocket combination for your desired planting population. 2. Remove the cover from the SR5030 transmission by loosening cover knob. 3. Loosen carriage bolt and flange nut on idler plate. Rotate plate to move idlers out of chain. Remove chain. 4. Remove and replace sprockets on transmission as necessary. See Figure 3-12, page 15, for drive/driven location. Store extra sprockets on storage bracket. 5. Re-route chain over idlers and sprockets. Turn idler plate counter-clockwise to take up all but 1/4-inch chain slack. Retighten carriage bolt and flange nut to secure idler plate. 6. Replace the transmission cover and hand tighten the knob. 7. Set sprockets on pull-type planter for desired population. Refer to the operator s manual for your pull-type planter. NOTE: If the planting-rate charts for your six-row planter are for 30-inch spacing, remember to set your six-rowplanter to plant one-half the desired population. On Great Plains planters, you likely will need to use the 2-to-1 drive reduction for the correct population. Example, 30,000 corn on 15-inch row spacing: Set SR5030 sprockets to drive 26 and driven 23 (Sprockets closest to 30,000) Set six-row planter for half of desired population (30,000 / 2 = 15,000 on 30-inch charts) Total Plant Population = 30,000 per acre Checking Planting Population After setting the transmission, always field check the planting population as follows. 1. Remove down pressure from row unit by setting T- handle for row-unit springs to the lightest setting. 2. Tie up closing disks and wheels to hopper support using a chain or heavy wire. Lock up optional Seed-Lok wheels. 3. Adjust planting depth to a shallow setting. 4. Plant at a normal speed for a short distance. 5. For 15-inch rows, measure 34 feet 10 inches (onethousandth of an acre). 6. Count the number of seeds in one row over the measured distance. 7. Multiply the number of seeds counted by This gives you total population. Example,15-inch row spacing: Measure 34 feet 10 inches 24 seeds over measured distance in one row 24 X1000 = 24,000 plant population per acre If the population is significantly different than desired: Double check the sprocket combination in the transmission. Refer to Planting Rate Charts, beginning on page 15. Check air pressure in the gauge-wheel tires. Refer to Tire Inflation Chart, Appendix, page 30. Check for meter malfunction. Refer to Troubleshooting, page SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

17 Section 3 Adjustments Planting Rate Charts Finger Pickup Meters for Corn, 15-Inch Rows Planting Population/ Acre Transmission Sprockets Drive Driven Recommended Speed Range (mph) Average Seed Spacing (inches) 16, to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to Planting Population/ Acre 29, to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to , to Driven Transmission Sprockets Drive Driven Recommended Speed Range (mph) Drive Average Seed Spacing (inches) Figure 3-12 Planter Transmission Driver and Driven Sprockets 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 15

18 Section 3 Adjustments Brush Meters, 15-Inch Rows Transmission Sprockets Speed Range (mph) 60 Cell Soybean or High Rate Milo/ Grain Sorghum Planting Population/ Acre Average Seed Spacing (inches) 48 Cell Specialty Soybean or High Rate Acid-delinted Cotton Planting Population/ Acre Average Seed Spacing (inches) Planting Population/ Acre 36 Cell Acid-delinted Large Cotton Average Seed Spacing (inches) 30 Cell Milo/Grain Sorghum or Acid-delinted Cotton Planting Population/ Acre Average Seed Spacing (inches) Drive Driven to 8 80, , , , to 8 83, , , , to 8 87, , , , to 8 90, , , , to 8 93, , , , to 8 94, , , , to 8 98, , , , to 8 101, , , , to 8 105, , , , to 8 109, , , , to 8 110, , , , to 8 114, , , , to 8 118, , , , to 8 119, , , , to 8 123, , , , to 8 123, , , , to 8 127, , , , to 8 128, , , , to 8 133, , , , to 8 138, , , , to 8 139, , , , to 8 144, , , , to 8 148, , , , to 8 149, , , , to 8 155, , , , to 8 161, , , , to 8 162, , , , to 8 168, , , , to 8 175, , , , to 8 180, , , , to 7 182, , , , to 7 189, , , , to 7 196, , , , to 7 203, , , , to 7 211, , , , to 7 219, , , , SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

19 Section 3 Adjustments Meter Drive Adjustments The meter clutch and meter-input shaft must be aligned. Misalignment will cause meter malfunction and excessive meter-housing wear. Periodically check vertical and horizontal alignment of meter clutch and meter-input shaft. Refer to Figure Latch hopper onto hopper support. 2. Check that roll pin (1) in end of the meter-input shaft is centered. When centered, equal amounts of the roll pin will protrude from both sides of the shaft. 3. Rotate meter-input shaft so that roll pin is vertical. 4. Rotate the drive coupler (2) on meter clutch so that the slots are vertical. 5. Release meter clutch to engage meter-input shaft. 6. If shafts are aligned vertically, the drive coupler will engage with meter-input shaft freely and the roll pin will extend equally on each side of the drive coupler. Disengage the clutch and repeat steps, checking for horizontal alignment. 7. If drive coupler does not freely engage meter-input shaft vertically or horizontally, loosen 5/16-inch nuts (3) shown in Figure Engage meter clutch. Align meter clutch with meter-input shaft. 8. Tighten 5/16-inch nuts to torque values listed on Torque Values Chart, Appendix, page 31. Seed-Lok Lock Up Optional Seed-Lok firming wheels provide additional seed-to-soil contact. The wheels are spring loaded and do not require adjusting. In some wet and sticky conditions the wheels may accumulate soil. To lock up the firming wheels in wet conditions, raise the planter. Push the lock-up handle (1) on top of the row-unit body up into the position shown in Figure Push up on the firming wheel (2) until the wheel arm latches up. To unlock the firming wheels, turn the lock-up handle back to its 90-degree position. Figure 3-13 Vertical Alignment Figure 3-14 Seed-Lok Lock Up NOTE: Side gauge wheel is removed in Figure 3-14 for clarity. 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 17

20 Section 4 Troubleshooting Section 4 Troubleshooting Problem One row not planting seed. Meter not engaging properly. Row unit is skipping. Planting too many doubles. Over planting. Under planting. Possible Cause and Solution Seed meter not engaged. Refer to Field Operation, Operating Instructions, page 9. Check for foreign material in hopper. Clean hopper and finger-pickup mechanism. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Check that seed hopper is full of seed. Check if drive chain for row unit is off of sprocket or broken. Replace chains as necessary. Check that meter-input shaft is aligned with meter-clutch shaft. Refer to Meter Drive Adjustments, Adjustments, page 17. Check for foreign material or obstruction in meter. Inspect and clean meter. Check that adjustment nut in meter is adjusted between 22 and 25 inch-pounds. Tighten if necessary. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Check tension on finger pickup. Tighten if necessary. Check for broken meter fingers. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Consider your planting speed. Increase planting speed to within recommended range. For correct speed, refer to Planting Rate Charts, Adjustments, beginning on page 15. Consider your planting speed. Decrease planting speed to within recommended range. For correct speed, refer to Planting Rate Charts, Adjustments, beginning on page 15. Check that adjustment nut in meter is adjusted between 22 and 25 inch-pounds. Tighten if necessary. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Check brush in seed meter for wear. Inspect and replace if necessary. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Check carrier plate in seed meter for wear. Inspect and replace if necessary. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Check if belt in seed meter is installed backward. Remove and install correctly. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Check for weak springs in finger-pickup meter. Replace is necessary. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Spring not properly installed. Remove finger from seed meter and correct. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Seed belt catching or dragging. Replace belt. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page 20. Brush dislodging seed. Replace brush. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, Maintenance and Lubrication, page SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

21 Section 4 Troubleshooting Problem Irregular or incorrect seed spacing. Seed spacing not as indicated in charts. Scattering of seeds. Seed tubes and/or openers plugging. Inconsistent seed depth. None of the row units are planting. Closing wheels leave severe imprint in soil. Closing wheels not firming soil around seed. Closing wheel running on top of seed furrow. Repeated shearing of shaft cotter pin. Drive-wheel chain consistently falls off. No seed being planted. Opener disks and side gauge wheels plugging. Possible Cause and Solution Consider your planting speed. Slow down if necessary. For correct speed, refer to Planting Rate Charts, Adjustments, beginning on page 15. Check tire pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Chart, Appendix, page 30. Drive wheels slipping. Reduce down pressure on row unit. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, Adjustments, page 11. Check that correct sprockets are installed on transmission shafts. Refer to Planting Rate Charts, Adjustments, beginning on page 15. Check that tires are inflated to proper pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Chart, Appendix, page 30. Examine seed for inconsistent size. Do field check and adjust sprockets accordingly. Check that correct sprockets are installed on the transmission shafts. Refer to Planting Rate Charts, Adjustments, beginning on page 15. Excessive speed may be causing row-unit bounce. Reduce ground speed when planting. Charts are approximate. Slight variations due to wear may produce seed-spacing variations. Reduce planting speed. Check seed tube for proper installation. Examine seed tube for wear or damage. Replace seed tube if necessary. Do not allow planter to roll backward when lowering. Lower planter only when tractor is moving forward. On four-wheel-drive tractors, avoid turning tractor when planter is down and stationary. Increase down pressure on row unit. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, Adjustments, page 11. Inspect seed tube for plugging or improper installation. Check that seed tubes are hooked properly in shank of row unit. Pin between counter-shaft and seed transmission sheared. Repair cause of pin shearing and replace pin. Reduce down pressure on closing wheels. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, Adjustments, page 11. Increase down pressure on closing wheels. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, Adjustments, page 11. Realign closing wheels. Refer to Row Unit Adjustments, Adjustments, page 11. Drill shaft not aligned properly. Loosen bearing and align shaft. Chain may be too long. Remove offset link. If chain links are stiff, oil or replace chain. Check if trash is dislodging chain; if so, install trash guards. Check that seed hopper is full of seed. Adjust gap between opener disks and side gauge wheels. Refer to Side Gauge Wheels, Adjustments, page 12. 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 19

22 Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Proper servicing and maintenance is the key to long implement life. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, downtime and repair. Always turn off and remove the tractor key before making any adjustments or performing any maintenance. Rotate meter-input shaft by hand to check the fingers. The fingers (1) should be against the carrier plate (2) in the area marked closed in Figure 5-2 and raised in the area marked open.! WARNING! You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed from a falling implement. Always have transport locks in place and frame sufficiently blocked up when working on implement.! WARNING! Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin. Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before applying pressure. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible. Use paper or cardboard, not body parts, and wear heavy gloves to check for suspected leaks. If injured, seek medical assistance from a doctor that is familiar with this type of injury. Foreign fluids in the tissue must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene will result. 1. Inspect hoppers for debris and clean if necessary. 2. Clean dirt and grease from chains and moving parts. 3. Lubricate planter at points listed under Lubrication, page Check all bolts and replace worn parts on the planter. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are legible. Replace if damaged. Refer to Safety Decals, Important Safety Information, page 4. Finger Pickup Meter To inspect and repair finger-pickup meters, remove meter from hopper, then remove three 1/4-inch bolts (1) on the meter baffle (2) to gain access to the finger mechanism Figure 5-2 Inspecting Meter Fingers Inspect the brush for wear. The brush should cover at least half of a finger tab. Replace brush after every 100 acres of planter operation. Clean chaff and debris from meter after every 50 hours of planter operation. To clean meter, see Figure Remove cotter pin (1), cage nut (2) and adjusting nut (3) from shaft. 2. Lift finger assembly (4) off shaft and clean. Replace worn fingers and springs after 250 to 300 acres of row operation. To remove a finger, lift finger out of slot. When replacing a finger, place the springs so the open side of the spring loop faces the inside of the spring housing. 3. Inspect carrier plate (5) for seed indentations and wear. Replace carrier plate when wear affects seeding accuracy Figure 5-1 Disassemble Finger-Pickup Meter Figure 5-3 Disassemble Meter for Cleaning 20 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

23 Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication 4. Reassemble finger housing onto carrier plate. When reassembling, align notch in finger-housing cam (1) with notch on bearing housing so finger housing is flush with the carrier plate. The meter will function improperly if the notches are not aligned. 3. To replace a worn or broken belt, refer to Figure 5-6. Be certain paddles (A) are oriented as shown. Belt drive wheel (B) may be removed by removing spring pins (C) Figure 5-4 Meter Reassembly 5. With finger assembly against carrier plate, tighten adjusting nut until it is snug, then turn an additional onethird turn. Proper torque is 22 to 25 inch-pounds at the meter-input shaft.turn meter by hand to make sure the meter is not over tightened. IMPORTANT: Check tightness of the adjusting nut on the meter after the first day of operation and periodically thereafter. 6. Reassemble cage nut and cotter pin. Reassemble baffle and attach meter to hopper. Periodically check the meter belt. Refer to Figure Remove four bolts (1) from belt housing (2). Remove bolt holding the belt roller (3). Remove belt housing. 2. Inspect belt. Replace belt if necessary. Figure 5-5 Belt Inspection Figure 5-6 Belt Installation Reassemble meter in reverse order. Opener Disks, Scrapers and Gauge Wheels 1. Remove side-gauge-wheels from arms to access opener disks and scrapers. Refer to Figure With the unit raised, check blade spreader (1) for wear. Replace spreader if it is 1/2 inch wide or narrower. To replace, remove disk blade. Drive out roll pins (2) and install a new spreader. 3. Check disk blades (3) for wear.replace blades if worn to a diameter of 14 1/2 inches or less. 4. When reinstalling disk blades, put two shims between bearing and shank on one blade. Tighten bolt. On opposite side, reinstall blade with two (4) shims between bearing and shank. Tighten bolt. 5. Check contact point between disk blades. Place a piece of paper in top gap between disks blades. Bring paper down until it stops. In lower gap place another piece of paper. Bring paper up until it stops. Measure the distance between two pieces of paper. The distance must be between 1/2 and 1 3/4 inches. Add or remove shims as needed to get the correct contact point. 6. Check that outside disk scrapers (5) are formed to disk blades to help remove any mud. Bend and twist scrapers to fit blades as necessary. After every 200 acres of planter operation, check outside scrapers for proper adjustment and wear. Replace outside scrapers as necessary. 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 21

24 Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication For correct planter operation, check all chain routings. Refer Figure 5-9, Figure 5-10, Figure 5-11 and Figure 5-12 for correct chain routings Refer to Figure 5-8. Figure 5-7 Opener Scrapers 7. Check for correct number of shims between side gauge wheel (1) and wheel arm (2). There must be at least one shim between wheel bearing and arm. When installed, wheel should turn freely and not hit arm at the curve. Do not add any more shims than necessary. 8. Disassemble side-gauge-wheel arm from row unit. Remove bushing (3) from sleeve (4) and check bushing for wear. Replace bushing if necessary. 9. When reinstalling side gauge wheels, align tab on hex adjustment (5) with notch in bushing. Replace bolt and tighten. Figure 5-9 Drive Gauge Wheel Chain Routing Figure 5-10 Counter Shaft Support Chain Routing Figure 5-8 Side Wheels 10. Adjust side gauge wheels. See Side Gauge Wheels, Adjustments, page 12. Chain Tension As the chains wear and stretch, you may need to remove links for proper chain length and tension. Check and replace bushings on idlers. Figure 5-11 Transmission Chain Routing SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 4/12/05

25 Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication Figure 5-12 Meter Drive Chain Routing Storage Store planter in a clean, dry place with all tires out of the sun. Store planter where children do not play. If possible, store planter inside for longer life. 1. Thoroughly clean planter, hoppers and meters. Remove any dirt and debris that can hold moisture and cause corrosion. 2. Remove finger-pickup meters from hoppers. Disassemble the meters and inspect them for wear. Refer to Finger Pickup Meter, page 26Make any repairs required at this time. Blow excessive debris from the meter. Wash the meters with mild soap and water. Dry meters and spray a light coat of rust inhibitor on meters. Reassemble and store meters in a dry place. 3. Inspect planter for worn or damaged parts. Make repairs and service during the off season. 4. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and worn areas on the planter to protect the metal. 5. Adjust all drive chains. 6. Lubricate planter at points listed under Lubrication, page 24. Be sure to lubricate chains to prevent rusting. 7. Place the 1 X 12 closing-wheel handle in the middle slot to relieve the tension on the closing wheels. Move T-handle for opener springs to the lightest setting. 8. Cover planter with a tarp if stored outside. 4/12/05 SR5030 Split-Row Planter M-A 23