Adjusting Transmission Ratchet Engagement

NOTE: If planter does not have bolts (B), system operates automatically and this adjustment is not necessary.

The clutch is located next to the lifting cylinders.

Its function is to disengage the planter during transport or furrow end maneuvers.

The clutch should be adjusted if the machine is planting in irregular terrain or across slopes (terraces) to prevent seed metering errors. Planters with double wheels have 2 clutches to ensure constant transmission if one of the tires is slipping.

1. Couple up planter to tractor.

   
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   A - Plate

   B - Cap screw

   C - System actuates at greater height

   D - System actuates at lower height

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2. On plain and level ground, raise planter.

3. Prop up planter on ground.

   IMPORTANT: Use adequate blocks that will resist planter weight.

   Also lower the planter's support stands.

4. Loosen bolts (B) to free plate (A).

   IMPORTANT: To carry out step “5”, safety stops have to be removed from cylinders.

5. With planter safely propped up, perform tractor operation to lower planter.

   NOTE: Note that planter wheels will rise, moving also plate (A).

6. Stop at required height so that ratchet can engage transmission system.

7. Attach plate (A) through cap screws (B).

   NOTE: Position for attaching plate may vary between positions (C) and (D).

   IMPORTANT: Position all plates (A) at same height.