Openers

Symptom Problem Solution

Openers do not penetrate.

Frame set too high.

Lower depth with depth adjustment plates.

Frame not leveled.

Adjust wings to same level as center section.

Openers are badly worn.

Replace

Openers running too deep.

Frame set too low.

Raise frame.

Frame not leveled.

Adjust wings to same level as center section.

Too much opener down pressure.

Adjust for softer soil.

Uneven opener penetration.

Frame not leveled.

Adjust wings to same level as center section.

Inconsistent opener adjustments.

Adjust openers alike.

Incorrect press wheel yoke is installed in the incorrect location causing the press wheels not to line up with the openers or the seeding depth to be inconsistent.

Install correct press wheel yoke in correct location.

Insufficient penetration in wheel tracks.

Openers not set up for wheel tracks.

Add clips on spring-reset standards. Adjust spring-cushion standards for more down-pressure.

Insufficient opener down pressure.

Adjust for harder soil.

Opener tools worn.

Replace.

Mud builds up on openers.

Field too wet.

Let field dry out.

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