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Table of Contents 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 Description of the Machine ............................................................................ 2 1.2 Illustration of the Machine ............................................................................... 2 1.3 Machine Serial Number .................................................................................... 3 2.0 SAFETY 5 2.1 Safety Alert Symbol ............................................................................................
4.2.2 Wing Up & Down ............................................................................................. 24 4.2.3 Case Drain(s) .................................................................................................... 24 4.3 Pre-Operation Checklist ................................................................................ 25 4.4 Toolbar Monitor & Switch Box Overviews ............................................ 26 4.4.1 Loup Switch Box (Toolbar Only) ..............................
6.3.4 Seed & Fertilizer Knives ................................................................................. 47 6.4 Maintenance Schedule .................................................................................... 48 7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 49 7.1 Troubleshooting Toolbars ............................................................................... 49 7.2 Troubleshooting SCT® Toolbars ................................................................... 51 7.3 Nodes on SCT® Implements ..
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1.0 Introduction Congratulations on your choice of a Seed Hawk® Drill to complement your farming operation. This implement has been designed and manufactured to meet the agricultural industry’s need for precise direct seeding, accurate banding of fertilizer and consistent soil packing. All persons authorized to operate this implement should read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual, especially the Safety section.
1.1 Description of Machine The Seed Hawk® Drill is a one pass seeding implement that provides accurate depth and packing for a wide range of crop seeds with the additional capability of optimum placement of granular, liquid or ammonia fertilizer in proximity to the seed. The specially designed assembly arm offers accurate seed and fertilizer placement in many field conditions, as well as on-row adjustable packing. 1.
1.3 Machine Serial Number The serial number plate is located on the main frame of the tool bar. Record the machine Model and Serial Number in the spaces provided below. Use these numbers when contacting the dealer for repair parts, warranty or service assistance.
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2.0 Safety 2.1 Safety Alert Symbol The Safety Alert Symbol is intended to capture the attention of the machine operator of important safety information both published in the Operator’s Manual and applied to the machine. Any time a Safety Alert Symbol is seen, it means that associated information is provided for recognizing, appropriately responding to and avoiding potentially hazardous situations. An equilateral triangle surrounding an exclamation point indicates a potential hazardous situation.
2.2 Operator Responsibility Remember,YOU, the operator, are responsible for the safe operation, adjustment, maintenance and repair of this Seed Hawk® drill. It is the responsibility of the owner, or authorized person in charge, to ensure all persons who operate, adjust, maintain and/or repair this implement be familiar with the information provided in this Operator’s Manual before performing any of the tasks listed above. A safe operator is the key to safety.
2.3 General Safety Practices Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual prior to operating, adjusting, maintaining and/or repairing the implement. Locate, read and understand all safety signs applied to the implement before performing any tasks. Review the contents of this Operator’s Manual at least annually, and any time a new person is assigned to perform any task with the implement.
2.4 Maintenance Safety Read and understand all information provided in this Operator’s Manual covering operation, adjustment, maintenance and repair prior to performing any of these tasks. Plan work to ensure proper tools, equipment and personal protective equipment is available prior to working on implement. Wear appropriate clothing when performing tasks around the implement. Ill-fitting and/or frayed clothing as well as loose or dangling items should not be worn when working near the implement.
2.5 Hydraulic Safety Ensure that all hydraulic system components are kept clean and in proper working condition. Periodically inspect condition of hydraulic hoses, lines and components and remove and replace any parts showing damage or deterioration. Use only replacement parts specified by the manufacturer. Make repairs following instructions provided by the manufacturer.
2.7 Storage Safety Store the implement away from areas of human activity. Do not allow children to play on or around implement. Store the implement on a firm, stable and level surface. If implement is stored outside, leave toolbar in field position (wings down). To avoid damage to the gauges, ensure that the dump line is left unrestricted during storage. 2.8 Tire Safety Ensure tire inflation pressure is maintained per specifications.
2.9 Safety Signs 2.9.1 Location of Safety Signs on Implement SH T2 SH 200 1. Read Operator’s Manual before using machine. 2. Stop tractor engine, lower machine to the ground, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging or fitting. 3. Install and secure all guards before starting. 4. Keep hands, feet hair and clothing away from moving parts. 5. Do not allow riders. 6.
2.9.2 Applied Safety Signs CAUTION! READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL before operating machine. Heed all instructions before operating machine. 1. Read Operator’s Manual before using machine. 2. Stop tractor engine, lower machine to the ground, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging or fitting. 3. Install and secure all guards before starting. 4.
DANGER! ELECTROCUTION HAZARD Stay away from power lines when transporting, extending or folding implement. Electrocution can occur without contacting power lines. SH T2 2.9.3 Safety Sign Information Safety Sign Legibility: All safety signs applied to the implement must be visible and legible. Keep dust and dirt cleared from safety signs and ensure that visibility is not obscured. Safety Sign Replacement: Replacement safety signs may be ordered through your dealer or distributor. Contact Seed Hawk Inc.
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3.0 Specifications ATTENTION! DO NOT use the values in the Bolt Torque Charts if a different torque value or tightening procedure is given for a specific application. 3.1 Hardware Torque 3.1.1 SAE Bolt Diameter Inches ¼" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" ½" 9/16" 5/8" ¾" 7/8" 1" Bolt Torque SAE 5 N•m (lb-ft) 11 (8) 23 (17) 41 (30) 68 (50) 110 (80) 149 (110) 203 (150) 366 (270) 536 (395) 800 (590) SAE 8 N•m (lb-ft) 16 (12) 33 (24) 61 (45) 95 (70) 155 (115) 210 (155) 285 (210) 508 (375) 827 (610) 1234 (910) 3.1.
3.1.3 Flare-Type Tube Fittings Tube Size OD Inches Nut Size across flats Inches 3/16” ¼” 5/16” 3/8” ½” 5/8” ¾” 7/8” 7/16” 9/16” 5/8” 11/16” 7/8” 1” 1-¼” 1-3/8” Torque Recommended # Turns (after finger tightening) N•m (lb-ft) turns (flats) 8 (6) 12 (9) 16 (12) 24 (18) 46 (34) 62 (46) 102 (75) 122 (90) 1/6 (1) 1/6 (1) 1/6 (1) 1/6(1) 1/6 (1) 1/6 (1) 1/8 (0.75) 1/8 (0.75) 3.1.
3.2 Tire Pressure Use the following chart to check and adjust, if necessary, tire pressure. Description Wing Castor (Front and Rear) Main Frame Castor (Front) Main Frame Castor (Front) Rear Axle Tire Rear Axle Tire Rear Axle Tire Rear Axle Tire Tire Size psi Rating 11 L 15 SL 58 psi 11 L 15 HIGHWAY 76 psi 19.0 / 45 x 17 58 psi 500 / 45 x 22.5 30.5 L 32 SAT (Single) 30.5 L 32 SAT (Inner Dual) 30.
3.4 45 Series Toolbar Dimensions 10” (254 mm) Row Spacing Tool Bar Width ft (m) 40’ (12.19m) 50’ (15.24m) 60’ (18.29m) Number Number of of Seed Rows Plexes 48 5 60 5 72 5 Folded Width* ft (m) 14’8” (4.47m) 14’8” (4.47m) 14’8” (4.47m) Folded Height* ft (m) 14’7” (4.46m) 14’7” (4.46m) 16’8” (5.08m) Folded Width* ft (m) 14’8” (4.47m) 14’8” (4.47m) 14’8” (4.47m) Folded Height* ft (m) 14’7” (4.46m) 14’7” (4.46m) 16’8” (5.08m) Folded Width* ft (m) 14’8” (4.47m) 14’8” (4.47m) 14’8” (4.
3.5 XL Series Toolbar Dimensions 10” (254 mm) Row Spacing Tool Bar Width ft (m) 65’0” (19.81m) 71’8” (21.85m) 80’0” (24.38m) Number Number of of Seed Rows Plexes 78 5 86 7 96 7 Folded Width* ft (m) 28’4” (8.64m) 28’4” (8.64m) 28’4” (8.64m) Folded Height* ft (m) 17’10” (5.45m) 17’10” (5.45m) 17’10” (5.45m) Folded Width* ft (m) 28’4” (8.64m) 28’4” (8.64m) 28’4” (8.64m) 28’8” (8.74m) Folded Height* ft (m) 17’10” (5.45m) 17’10” (5.45m) 17’10” (5.45m) 17’11” (5.46m) Folded Width* ft (m) 28’4” (8.
3.6 Openers 3.6.
The seed and fertilizer knives are mounted at a fixed distance apart on the opener arm assembly. The knives are also offset laterally to place seed and fertilizer in adjacent, yet separate, furrows. The packer/gauge wheel packs the soil around the complete disturbed areas of the furrows to ensure optimum seed/ soil contact and fertilizer placement as well as maintaining available soil moisture. Hydraulic pressure to the main arm assemblies is controlled and adjusted from the tractor.
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4.0 Operation IMPORTANT! After the first 10-20 hours of operation, be sure to change the tractor’s hydraulic filter when first using a new Toolbar. Some debris may have collected in the hydraulic system during manufacturing. Changing the filter will remove this debris, and prevent it from damaging components on the seeder and tractor. 4.1 Hydraulic Hose Hook up The picture below is for representation only. Hydraulic hose hook up will vary depending on tractor and Toolbar configuration.
4.2 Tractor Hook up 4.2.1 Opener Lift & Lower Connect the ½” hydraulic line to activate the opener lift/lower. The opener lift/ lower line is marked with a wide red band. The opener lock-up ball valves must be open in order to lower the shanks. Both the opener line and lock-up ball valves are located at the hydraulic manifold. It is very important that the hydraulic fluid dump (yellow band) lines return UNRESTRICTED back to the tractor hydraulic reservoir.
4.3 Pre-Operation Checklist Inspect tires. Check tire inflation pressure. Adjust if necessary. Inspect wheel hub fasteners. Adjust torque to proper setting, if necessary. Always check wheel hub fasteners before traveling on public highways. Check depth setting of packer wheel arms. Adjust, if necessary. Check depth setting of fertilizer knives. Adjust if necessary. Check tractor hydraulic reservoir level. Add hydraulic fluid if level is low (Refer to tractor Operator’s Manual).
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4.4.1 Loup Switch Box (Toolbar Only) 4.4.
4.5 Winging Down Toolbars Ensure your unrestricted case drain YELLOW banded hose(s) are connected to the tractor circuit which is plumbed directly to the reservoir first. If the control box has a 7-plex wing down switch, use the following two steps to lower the wings safely. Ensure control box is powered up with 12 V. IMPORTANT! Engage the tractor hydraulics lever that the RED banded hose (opener circuit) is connected to. Failure to do so will result in damage to the implement.
4.6.1 Opener Shank Operation Standard Toolbars 1. Ensure that there is power going to the Seed Hawk switch control box, and that the ball valves on the back of opener hydraulic manifold are open. 2. Engage the tractor hydraulics lever that the RED band hose (opener circuit) is connected to. 324534 3. Lock the tractor hydraulics lever that the GREEN banded hoses (wing circuit) are connected to. The full tractor pressure is shown on the top right (4000 psi gauge) of the hydraulic manifold block.
4.6.2 Loup 111 Opener Shank Operation 1. Ensure that there is power going to the Seed Hawk Loup III monitor. 324534 2. Engage the tractor hydraulics lever that the RED band hose (opener circuit) are connected to. Full Tractor Pressure 3. Lock the tractor hydraulics lever that the GREEN banded hoses (wing circuit) are connected to. The full tractor pressure is shown on the top right (4000 psi gauge) of the hydraulic manifold block.
3. Press the Selector Knob again to save the setting. When seeding, this screen will show the system pressure setting and a triangular marker will move up and down the bar graph to show the measured system pressure as compared to the set pressure. 4. Press the ACK (Activate Clutch Key) on the monitor to disengage the opener shanks. In order to get the proper packing and penetrating forces per field, we recommend lowering the opener shank pressure from the tractor at the beginning of each field.
4.7 Primary Operation Variables The Seed Hawk System is the leading design in crop emergence, which allows growers to reap the benefits of quick and effective germination throughout the growing season. Positive soil to seed contact is essential for optimum seed germination. Soil type, extent of tillage or disruption and moisture content all influence germination percentages. ® IMPORTANT! There are six primary variables that affect the quality of soil packing.
4.7.3 Mud Scraper Adjustment NOTE: Any damages sustained to packer tires as a result of improper adjustment or maintenance of scraper is NOT covered by warranty. There is no adjustment to the semi-pneumatic packer tire since there is no air pressure. Ensure the gap between the packer tire and the mud scraper is minimal. Be sure to check mud scraper setting before seeding and yearly to ensure proper gap between packer tire and mud scraper. For optimal mud clearance set the mud scraper between 1/16 in.
4.7.5 Knife Lateral Separation Confirm knife lateral separation, 1 in. (25.4mm) between blades, especially after replacing knives, to avoid seed damage when applying high rates of fertilizer. 1” (25.4mm) 4.7.6 Cornering Ideally, the most effective seeding, fertilizer banding and soil packing occurs when the implement is pulled in a straight line. Some field conditions will not allow all of the seeding to occur in a straight line.
4.8.2 Knife Options Seed Hawk offers a variety of seed and fertilizer knife configurations to cater to a range of product delivery options and customizable row spacings. ® A B C D Fertilizer Knives A. Cast dry fertilizer knife w/cast drop tube B. Cast dry & NH3 fertilizer drop tube C. Cast dry & liquid fertilizer knife w/cast drop tube D. Dry fertilizer knife E. Dry & liquid or NH3 fertilizer w/ rubber drop tube F. Liquid fertilizer knife G H E F Seed Knives G.
4.8.3 Twin Wing The Twin Wing Seed™ opener creates a dual row, resulting in higher seedbed utilization. The furrow, however, maintains the ideal seed and fertilizer placement as the original single sideband opener. Packer Tire Seed X Y Fertilizer Z Item X Y Z Dimension ¾ in. (19mm) ¾ in. (19mm) 1-½ in. (38mm) Description Seed Depth Seed to Fertilizer Depth Seed to Fertilizer Separation Most Twin Wing™ openers are on 12 in. spacing. The grower can achieve 9 in. spacing due to the 3 in. seed separation.
4.9 Crop Residue Considerations Seeding into fields with heavy residue is challenging, but residue cover is essential to the success of a zero-till cropping system. Ideally, the straw height from the previous year will be less than or equal to the width of the Seed Hawk® Drill row spacing. For optimum results, the combine harvester should chop the straw and spread the straw and chaff evenly across the entire swath width.
4.10 Seed Hawk® Packer Tire The packer tire bulges slightly to provide uniform packing over the seed and fertilizer furrows. This leaves the seed ¾ in. (19mm) below the curved path left by the packer wheel. The seed is placed in an ideal environment: moisture will be channeled into the path of the packer tire; fertilizer is placed in the optimum position for seed growth; and the seed knives leave a dark strip, which warms more quickly than the surrounding residue covered soil.
4.10.2 Muddy Soil Conditions Seeding depth may be altered if mud sticks to the packer tire. If mud is only 1/4 in.-3/8 in. (6-10mm) thick, then this is not usually a concern. Assuming good soil moisture, the reduced seed depth is still adequate. If the mud thickness is uniform, the seed depth, also, will be uniform, but shallower than the initial depth setting. It may be desirable to set the seed depth deeper to compensate for mud build up. 4.10.
4.11 Side Banding with Anhydrous Ammonia WARNING! Use extreme caution when applying anhydrous ammonia fertilizer. Inhalation, skin and/or eye contact, or skin penetration can cause serious health problems. Seek medical attention immediately if coming into contact with anhydrous ammonia. Extreme caution must be exercised when side banding with anhydrous ammonia (NH3). If the separation distance between the seed and the NH3 is not sufficient, the germinating seedling can be damaged.
4.13 Placing Fertilizer with Seed IMPORTANT! For the fastest and most even germination, Seed Hawk® recommends that growers should not place any fertilizer with the seed. • • • • • Fertilizer placed directly with the seed will compete for moisture causing slower germination and reduced plant counts (especially with pulses and oilseeds). The only exception to this is liquid forms of phosphate.
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5.0 SBR® Hitch Toolbar (Loup III & SCT®) 5.1 Requirements • • • Field must be seeded with GPS auto-steer and same row spacing the year before. Must seed in exactly the same direction as the previous year. The sensing arm must follow between the two rows of stubble 4”-6” above the ground. 5.2 Operation NOTE: Before operation of the SBR, make sure the Toolbar is folded down in the working position. 1. Lower the SBR arm into field working position by removing locking pin.
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6.0 Maintenance 6.1 Hydraulic Cartridges Hydraulic cartridges, which are located on hydraulic block, should only be removed, inspected and cleaned at the end of each seeding season if problems occur with them. Some cartridges may be disassembled for additional access for cleaning. It is recommended that the disassembly and further cleaning of this type of cartridge be performed by a technician trained in hydraulic component servicing. 6.
6.3 Wheel Hubs & Castor Plates 6.3.1 Main Frame Wheel Hubs & Castor Plates Lubricate Wing Castor DAILY to ensure the smooth operation of. The two fittings are on the upper and lower castor wheel plates. Measure gap between castor wheel plates and tighten castle nut every 100 hours. The gap should not exceed 1/8 in. (3mm). Adjust gap, if necessary, by tightening castle nut on top of castor wheel plate assembly. Grease Fittings Castor Plate Gap Lubricate main frame wheel hubs daily. Refer to Section 6.3.
6.3.3 Wing Hinge Points Grease all wing hinge points once a week. Grease Fitting 6.3.4 Seed & Fertilizer Knives Inspect Seed and Fertilizer Knives every 10 hours or daily for general condition and trash build up. When seeding in muddy conditions, check for mud build up between the packer tire and packer arm. Perform a more thorough inspection every 100 hours and before each seeding season. Check for loose hardware, worn knife points, and overall play within the individual components and service as needed.
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7.0 Troubleshooting 7.1 Troubleshooting Toolbars Cannot Adjust Shank Pressure Probable Cause Incomplete engagement of hydraulic quick couplers. Lock valves for shanks are set in closed position. Solution Inspect quick couplers to ensure complete engagement. Ensure that both lock valves, one at the manifold and one at the tractor quick coupler, are set to the open position. Check for broken wire in harness to solenoid coil. No electrical power to shank solenoid valve.
Shanks will not go down under pressure Probable Cause Pivot points are too tight or seized. Solution Loosen up pivot points about 1/8 of a turn. Don’t over loosen them. Wing hydraulic system does not maintain pressure Probable Cause The “IN” pressure gauge indicates less than 1200 psi. Check 7-plex wing down value (only on 7-plex machines (72 ft. and up)). Wing lift cylinder piston leaking. Solution Inspect quick couplers to ensure complete engagement.
7.2 Troubleshooting SCT® Toolbars Gates will not open/close Probable Cause No hydraulic pressure to meter block. Check SCT® node Meter block PRV (pressure relief valve) set too low. No power at coils. Solution Engage hydraulic circuit (wing down). Check lights on front of node Increase PRV pressure until gates cycle (do not exceed 500 psi). Turn master switch on. Check fuses. Check connections at coil and SCT® node.
Meter roller wont turn Probable Cause No hydraulic pressure. Product control switch is off. Roller is jammed. Check air cart node. Check meter settings. Solution Engage hydraulic circuit (wing down). Turn product control switch to auto. Remove roller from meter body and remove obstruction from meter. Check lights on front of node. Make sure that the meter cal and cal weight is entered correctly. No fan speed Probable Cause Solution Fan sensor out of Check and re-align sensor if necessary. alignment.
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7.3.1 Node Light Definitions Logic Power: Lights up solid when 12 V is present for Logic Power. HC Power: Lights up soild when 12 V is present for High Current Power. Micro 1Hz: Flashes once per second if processor is working correctly. CAN Rx: Flashes intermittently when CAN communication is present going TO the node. CAN Tx: Flashes intermittently when CAN communication is present going AWAY from the node.
8.0 Wiring Harness 8.
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9.0 Index Anhydrous Ammonia ...................................................................................................... 40 Ball Valves .............................................................................................................. 24, 28-29 Castor Wheel Grease Fittings ....................................................................................... 46 Castor Wheel Plate Gap ................................................................................................
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