Operator’s/Parts Manual 706/1006 Seed Box Agitator Manufacturing, Inc. P.O. Box 5060 ● Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 ! 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! 12682 Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Using this Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Agitator Paddle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Section 3 Maintenance & Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . 11 Section 1 Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Maintenance & Lubrication Record. . . . . . . . . . . 12 General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using this Manual Using this Manual For your safety and to help in developing a better understanding of your equipment we highly recommend that you read the operator sections of this manual. Reading these sections not only provides valuable training but also familiarizes you with helpful information and its lo- cation. The parts sections are for reference only and don’t require cover to cover reading. After reviewing your manual store it in a dry, easily accessible location for future reference.
Section 1 Safety Rules Section 1 Safety Rules ! Most accidents are the result of negligence and carelessness, usually caused by failure of the operator to follow simple but necessary safety precautions. The following safety precautions are suggested to help prevent such accidents. The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to consumers and manufacturers.Your Drill has been designed with many built-in safety features.
Section 2 Assembly Instructions & Set-Up Section 2 Assembly Instructions & Set-Up Torque Values Chart for UNC Threads Bolt head identification marks are as per grade. Grade 2 NOTE: Manufacturing marks will vary. Bolt Size Foot Pounds Grade 8* Grade 5 Newton-Meters Foot Pounds Newton-Meters Foot Pounds Newton-Meters inches mm Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4" 6.35 5 6 6.8 8.13 9 11 12.2 14.9 12 15 16.3 20.3 5/16" 7.94 10 12 13.6 16.
Notes: 9/13/04 Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 2 Assembly Instructions & Set-Up NOTE: While using the following text to install your Agitator, you may need to refer back to the parts section of this manual for more details and for positive identification of related items not mentioned in these instructions. Add 14 tooth sprocket (#15) to the gearbox driver shaft already installed on the drill. If your drill is equipped with either a Small Seeds or Fertilizer Attachment, a majority of the drive system is already in place.
Section 2 Assembly Instructions & Set-Up Agitator Shaft Installation Referring to Figure 2-2, remove the bearing cutout covers (#1) saving the 5/16"-18 round head square neck bolts, 5/16" lock washers and 5/16" nuts for reuse in the same location.
Section 2 Assembly Instructions & Set-Up Referring to Figure 2-3. Install bearings and flangettes (#3) in the drill box at both ends and the center dividers using 5/16" x 1 1/4" carriage bolts, 5/16" lock washers and 5/16" nuts. Leave bolts loose. Slide the hex shaft (#4) in from the left-hand side of the drill box and into the first bearing. Slide one locking collar (#5) on the shaft. Continue to slide the shaft into the bearings.
Section 2 Assembly Instructions & Set-Up Final Drive Connection Referring to Figure 2-4, thread the drive chains as shown, depending on which drill set up you have. Align the sprockets, idlers, and chain. Secure all sprockets by setscrews and tighten all idlers to remove excessive chain slack. When adding an agitator to a Fertilizer or Small Seeds Drill, the existing drive chain may need to be lengthened to accomodate the agitator.
Section 2 Assembly Instructions & Set-Up Agitator Paddle Installation Refer to Figure 2-5. Slip one paddle (#80) over the hex shaft directly above a feed cup. Slip a 1/4"-20 x 2"long hex flange bolt (#81) through the paddle and secure with a 1/4" hex flange lock nut (#82). Before tightening a paddle or group of paddles, carefully rotate the drive system to make sure paddles do not hit the tray dividers. After checking for interference, torque the paddle bolts to 9 ft. lbs. (108 in lbs.
Section 3 Maintenance & Lubrication Section 3 Maintenance & Lubrication Maintenance Storage Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any farm implement. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, time and repair. 1. After using your attachment for several hours, check all bolts to be sure they are tight. 2. Adjust idlers to remove excess slack from chains. Clean and use chain lube on all roller chains as needed. 1.
Section 3 Maintenance & Lubrication Section 3 Maintenance & Lubrication Maintenance & Lubrication Record Item to be Serviced When to Perform Reference Date Section 4 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Uneven metering Check for plugging in metering cup. Check to see if seed tubes are plugged. Reduce ground speed. Check for lumps or trash in the material. Screen these out if needed. Check all drive chains, sprockets, keys and pins.
Notes: 9/13/04 Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 5 Box Mount Assembly 21833 14 706/1006 Seed Box Agitator 118-903M Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 5 Box Mount Assembly Ref. Part No. Part Description 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
Section 5 Drive Assembly 21834 16 706/1006 Seed Box Agitator 118-903M Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 5 Drive Assembly Ref. Part No. Part Description 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
Section 5 Seed Level Indicator 21835 18 706/1006 Seed Box Agitator 118-903M Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 5 Seed Level Indicator Ref. Part No. Part Description 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 817-350C 818-392C 817-086C 803-001C 804-054C 817-202C 801-085C 118-474H 800-101C 197-091D 890-305C 197-089D 804-075C 803-003C 805-067C 197-096D 118-498D 801-154C SEED LEVEL INDICATOR DECAL SEED LEVEL, NOTCHED SEED LEVEL BUSHING NUT HEX 10-24 PLT WASHER LOCK #10 SEED LEVEL ARM MOUNT SCR RD HD 10-24X1 1/2 LG PLT SEED LEVEL ARM, 6 3/4R. TAB RIVET POP 1/8 .
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