Heavy-Duty Down Force Springs

A47325
A47325-UN-12APR01

Handle In Minimum Position

A47306
A47306-UN-11APR01

A - Spring-Adjusting Handle

B - Notch

C - Notch

D - Notch

E - Notch

The adjustable heavy-duty down force spring system is recommended when planting in rough field conditions and when soil or soil residue is difficult to penetrate. Spring system will transfer main frame weight to planting unit, to minimize bounce and to assist opener in penetrating hard soil conditions. The amount of force transfer is adjustable from 0 to 181 kg (0 to 400 lb). Never use more down force than necessary to prevent excessive drive wheel slip. In tough conditions, ballast weight may be required.

To adjust down force springs, proceed as follows:

  1. Raise machine.

  2. Lift spring-adjusting handle (A) and place into notch (B), (C), (D) or (E) for desired amount of down force.

    • Use notch (B) for Zero kg (lb.) of down force.
    • Use notch (C) for 57 kg (125 lb.) of down force.
    • Use notch (D) for 113 kg (250 lb.) of down force.
    • Use notch (E) for 181 kg (400 lb.) of down force.

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