Installing New Vacuum Seal
1.
Remove seed hopper from planting unit and lay on its side. It is not required to empty seed out of hopper.
2.
Unlatch handle and swing open vacuum chamber.
3.
Remove and discard old vacuum seal.
4.
Install new seal by first inserting corners of seal (A). Next, insert seal at three locations with dimples on seal and housing (B) aligned. Finally, insert remaining portions of seal.
NOTE:
This procedure prevents excessive slack in the seal.
5.
Close vacuum chamber and latch handle. Install seed hopper on planting unit.
6.
If seed disk has been used, respray with John Deere Slip Plate on vacuum seal side.
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