Land Pride PS1572, PS1548 manual Seeding Adjustments, Seed Rate Adjustment Handle

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Section 3: Seeding Adjustments

Seeding Adjustments

1.Using the seed rate charts, beginning on page 12, determine the seeding rate for the seed you will be planting and make the following adjustments.

a.Decide whether you need the slow or fast drive type. Change the speed change sprocket if necessary, to the desired drive type, see Figure 3-1& Figure 3-2on page 10.

b.Locate the seed rate adjustment handle at the rear of the seeder and move it to the indicator number obtained from the charts, see Figure 3-3.For best results, first move adjustment handle all the way to the left. Then move the handle to the desired setting, moving from a lower to a higher number.

2.There are many factors which will affect seeding rates: seed treatment, weight of seed, surface condition of seed or roller slippage. Minor adjustments may be needed to compensate for these factors.

3.The seed rate charts are based on average size seed. This may differ from the seed you are using. Use the seed rate charts as a guide. For lighter than average seed, the setting should be increased. For heavier than average seed, the setting should be decreased.

4.Complete the following procedure to calibrate the rate for your specific seed.

a.Place several pounds of seed over three of the seed cups at the outboard end of the seeder.

b.Raise the seeder off the ground and support safely, leaving front roller to rotate freely.

Rotate the front roller to see that the drive system is working properly and the seed cups are free from foreign matter.

NOTE: A 1/2” bolt is threaded into the right hand end of the front roller shaft. Turn the bolt clockwise for proper seed cup rotation.

c.Place a drop cloth under the seeder to gather the seed as it is metered.

d.Rotate the front roller 53 rotations for a PS1572 and 67 rotations for a PS1548 to get 1000 square feet or 2328 rotations for a PS1572 and 2921 for a PS1548 to get one acre. Be sure to check the three seed cups to make sure each cup has plenty of seed coming into it.

e.Weigh the seed which has been metered. Divide by three. This will give you the ounces/pounds metered by each seed cup. Convert to pounds and multiply by the number of cups on your seeder to arrive at the total pounds per 1000 square feet your seeder would meter at that setting. If this figure is different than desired, set your seed cup adjustment lever accordingly.

5.You may want to repeat the calibration procedure if the results of your calibration vary greatly from the suggested settings on the chart.

NOTE: To determine seed rates for seeds not listed on the charts, compare weight and size to those listed and use a similar setting. Follow steps 4 and 5 to calibrate the seed rate.

REMEMBER: Field conditions will affect seeding rates. When seeding check the amount of seed you are using by noting acres or square feet seeded, amount of seed added to seeder, and level of seed in the seed box. If you suspect that you are seeding more or less seed than desired, and you have accurately calibrated the seeder to your seed, you may need to adjust the seeding rate slightly to compensate for field conditions.

NOTE: This seeder is equipped with a four-position door on each seed cup. The highest handle position is for small seeds, the second and third positions are for larger seeds. For application with this seeder, you will only need to use the highest position. MAKE SURE all handles are in the same position before seeding. The wide open position will allow complete clean out of the seed cup.

DO NOT open the cup to the wide open position with seed in the box unless complete clean out is desired.

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Seed Rate Adjustment Handle

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PS1572, PS1548 specifications

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Another notable feature of the Land Pride PS series is the ease of operation. Both models are designed with user-friendly controls, making them suitable for operators of all experience levels. The side extension feature allows users to expand the working width further, granting even more flexibility in their operations.

Land Pride also emphasizes safety and maintenance in its design philosophy. The PS1548 and PS1572 come equipped with safety shields protecting users from moving parts during operation. Furthermore, maintenance is made easy with accessible grease points and components, ensuring long-lasting performance with minimal downtime.

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