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Manual MODEL O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L J&M Manufacturing Co, Inc 284 Railroad Street - P.O. Box 547 | Fort Recovery, OH 45846 | Ph: (419) 375-2376 | Fax: (419) 375-2708 www.jm-inc.com...
To The Dealer TO THE DEALER Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists are completed before releasing equipment to the owner. The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration found on the Dealer Portal website located at dealer.jm-inc.com and return it to J&M Mfg.
Serial Number Serial Number______________________ Model Number_______6018__________ Standard practice when ordering parts or obtaining information from your dealer requires the serial number and model number. Have numbers available before making contact. Dealer Set-Up • Run water into the tank, turn pump on, and check for leaks. Ensure agitation valve is open to allow pump to prime. •...
General Information TO THE OWNER: The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your seed tender in a safe manner. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance and help maintain safe operating conditions. If this machine is used by an employee or is loaned or rented, make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating: 1.
Safety Rules ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgment, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Bolt Torque Chart Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque or tightening procedure is listed for specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly.
Specifications SPECIFICATIONS 6000 Series Applicators Tank Size 1,850 Gallon Base Width 60’ Ground Clearance 40” Row Spacing* 20”, 22”, 30” Number of Coulters 23, 25, 35, 37 Coulter Style Grove Engineered Products (GEP) or J&M ParaLinkage Fertilizer Delivery Knife or Injection Wing Flex Standard 15°...
NitroGro Components Flow Monitors Down Pressure Relief Valve Toolbar Down Pressure Gauge Hitch Tank Hand Wash Tank Tank Fill Valve Strainer Gauge Wheel Coulter Agitation Valve Hydraulic Pump...
Flow Monitors Flow monitors allow the operator to see the rate of flow to each coulter through a floating ball inside the transparent inspection tube. Each coulter is connected with a separate supply hose. Down Pressure Relief Valve The down pressure relief valve provides adjustable hydraulic pressure to force the coulters on the wings into the ground while allowing the wing to flex up and down as needed to follow the contour of the ground.
Coulter The number of coulters is determined by the number of rows (usually one less or one more). So the number of rows will be even, and the number of coulters will be odd, since you are placing the nitrogen between the rows. For example, a 24 row unit will have either 23 or 25 coulters.
Strainer The NitroGro applicator is equipped with a strainer designed to remove dirt and debris from the fertilizer to prevent downstream clogs. Agitation Valve The agitation valve is designed to allow air to escape from the pump so it can easily prime. When you’re running in the field, a little liquid runs through the agitation valve back to the tank.
Pre-Operation Checklist Preparing the NitroGro Applicator: IMPORTANT - Before putting the applicator into operation, check the machine for damaged or worn parts and replace as necessary. Only use a tractor with sufficient power and weight to operate the applicator. For 24 rows, use a minimum of 275 hp tractor and for 36 rows use a minimum of 410 hp tractor.
Hitching and Unhitching the Applicator Connect the applicator to the tow vehicle using a hitch pin and make sure a retaining pin is secured in the hitch pin. Always attach the safety chains to the applicator and the tow vehicle. WARNING –...
Folding & Unfolding Unfolding Folding Toolbar Completely Up Toolbar Completely Up (Down Pressure Circuit - Green Taped Hoses) (Down Pressure Circuit - Green Taped Hoses) Flip Toolbar In (Toolbar Flip Circuit - Red Taped Hoses) Main Toolbar Forward and Allow Locks to Fully Engage. Hold hydraulics for 5 seconds once wings fold completely forward.
Adjusting the Field Depth • Set the center section of coulters first. Spacers are included with the toolbar cylinders. Add or remove spacers until the center section is positioned at the appropriate depth. Lower the unit until the lift cylinders bottom out on the stroke control spacers.
Operation Hook tractor to NitroGro and adjust hitch so that frame on applicator is level or tilting forward slightly. Connect hydraulic lines. See “Connecting the Hydraulic Hoses” on page 15. Unfold the unit. See “Folding & Unfolding” on page 16. Lower the unit until the lift cylinders bottom out on the stroke control spacers.
Flow Monitor Set Up The NitroGro applicator offers row spacing options of 20”, 22”, or 30”. The unit will be either be set up to or re-apply the outside row (“1 Up”), or skip a row (“1 Down”). Using your row spacing and whether your aplicator is “1 Up” or “1 Down”, refer to the chart below to determine the location and quantity of flow monitors for your applicator.
Quick Start for Raven 450 Controller Initial Console Programming • Select the unit of measurement by pressing the CE button until the desired selection appears in the display and press “ENTER” NOTE - The unit of measurement for the United States is Volume per Acre. •...
Service To prolong the life of your NitroGro applicator, perform the following on a regular basis: 1. Every 10 hours, ensure the toolbar raise switch valve is functioning properly. Switch should return to the closed position when not triggered. The pictures below show the valve in the closed and open positions. If the switch does not return to the closed position, gently tap the plunger (circled in the pictures below) down with a hammer.
Storage To prolong the life of your NitroGro applicator, hook the applicator to a tractor, unfold it, and perform the following before placing the implement in storage: 1. Pressure wash the NitroGro applicator to remove dirt and debris that may cause rusting. 2.
Troubleshooting WARNING - MAKE SURE THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLICATOR. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICE WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED SERVICEMEN ONLY. Trouble Possible Cause Possible Remedy Outside tool bar wing creeps Counterbalance valve is too loose Tighten counterbalance valve.
Decals ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged or Missing MAKE SURE LOCKS COULTER BEARING LUBRICATION 2 pumps of good quailty LS EP2 severe duty, ARE FULLY high shock load, lithium based grease every ENGAGED 50 hrs of operation to every coulter bearing. DO NOT OVER GREASE AND APPLY CONSTANT DAMAGE TO SEALS WILL OCCUR!
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Decals WARNING WARNING USE CYLINDER STOPS TO CONTROL KNIFE DEPTH IN FIELD USE CYLINDER STOPS TO CONTROL Failure to due so will result in hydraulic damage. JM0035890 KNIFE DEPTH IN FIELD Failure to due so will result in hydraulic damage. JM0035890 WARNING PINCH POINT...
Hub and Spindle Assembly Description Part No. W-881 Hub Assembly Complete with 3/4” Studs and Nuts (Less Seal and Spindle) JM0050402 1”-8 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0002149 1”-8 x 7” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0016689 Spindle, 4-1/2” x 20-1/4” for Walking Tandem Dual Wheel or Fully Adjustable Axle (281900S) JM0019937 Seal (4-1/4”...
Gauge Wheel Assembly Description Part No. 5/8”-11 x 7-1/8” x 8-11/16” Square U-Bolt JM0020901 5/8”-11 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0002151 5/8”-11 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0002146 Gauge Wheel Mounting Plate (6000 Series) JM0047342 5/8”-11 x 4-1/2” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt JM0047938 Dust Cap, 6-10 Ton (103969) JM0026567...
Toolbar Description Part No. 1 Stub Wing Weldment JM0046687 2 Toolbar Center Section NitroGro 7000 JM0047104 3 Stub Wing Main Link Weldment JM0047263 4 1” x 3-1/2” Clevis Pin with Cotter Pins JM0001817 5 Stub Wing Small Linkage JM0047264 6 1-1/4” ID x 1-1/2” OD x 2” Long Sleeve Composite Bushing JM0021957 7 1/4”-20 x 2-1/2”...
Middle Wing and Connections Description Part No. 1-3/4” ID x 2” OD x 1-1/2” Sleeve Composite Bearing JM0030328 9-1/4” Clevis Pin (1-3/4” Diameter) JM0046030 1/2”-13 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0001511 1/2”-13 x 3” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0016678 Middle Wing Weldment JM0045238 #10-24 x 13/16”...
Outside Wing and Connections Description Part No. Cotter Pin (for 1” x 3-2/5” Clevis Pin) JM0003064 1” x 3-2/5” Clevis Pin JM0001816 Long Fold Straight Auger Master Link Weldment JM0046033 1/2”-13 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0002153 1/2”-11 x 1-3/4” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt JM0047937 1-3/4”...
Wing End and Wing Prop Description Part No. 1 6” x 1-7/8” Auger Rest Triangle Pad JM0037644 2 3/8”-16 x 1” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt JM0002092 3 3/8”-16 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0002152 4 2600 Gallon Tank Wing Prop JM0047490 5 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2”...
Tank Description Part No. Applicator Poly Tank Baffle - Clamp for Center Pillar JM0047726 1850 Gallon Tank Center Pillar Baffle 73-11/16” JM0050336 Applicator Poly Tank Baffle - Large Lower Baffle JM0046874 Applicator Poly Tank Baffle - Clamp for Baffle JM0047722 Applicator Poly Tank Baffle - Small Baffle JM0046873 Applicator Poly Tank Baffle - Pillar Foot...
Tank Supports Description Part No. Side Tank Support Tube Weldment JM0046878 Tank Support Rib Weldment (37-7/8” Height) JM0046594 Front Tank Support Tube Weldment JM0046875 Tank Support Rib Weldment (33-5/32” Height) JM0046591 Base Frame Weldment - NitroGro JM0053865 Front Tank Support JM0046600 Tank Support Tube Weldment JM0047816...
Hydraulic 750 ACE Pump and Manifold Description Part No. T-Bolt Hose Clamp 2” Hose, 2-5/16” Min OD JM0035247 Manifold Flange Clamp for M200 Fittings JM0035251 M200 Manifold Flange x M200 Manifold Flange x M100 Manifold Flange; Tee JM0035116 2” Full Port Manifold x 2” Manifold Flange Reducer Coupling JM0035131 Manifold Gasket for M220 Fittings JM0035278...
Coulter Injector Assembly Description Part No. 1/2”-13 SS Nylon Locking Hex Jam Nut JM0041792 1/2”-13 SS Hex Jam Nut JM0041791 3/8” Hose Barb x 1/4” Male NPT SS JM0036419 3/8” Hose Clamp SS JM0039206 1/2”-13 x 3-1/2” SS Hex Bolt JM0041790 3/8”-16 x 1/2”...
GEP Coulter Assembly Description Part No. Shaft 13” - Coulter Mount JM0043034 Cast Coulter Knuckle JM0038257 5/8”-11 x 1” Square Head Bolt JM0037259 Lock Collar for NitroGro JM0038280 3/8” x 3” SS Roll Pin JM0037162 3/4”-10 x 3” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0019201 Spring Rod for GEP Coulter JM0038265...
J&M ParaLinkage Coulter Rod Assembly Description Part No. 1 13” Shaft - ParaLinkage Coulter Mount JM0049094 2 3/8” x 2-1/2” SS Spirol Coiled Spring Pin JM0049016 3 ParaLinkage Coulter Mount Washer JM0049034 4 1-1/2” ID x 1-5/8 OD x 1” Length Sleeve Composite Bearing JM0048949 5 ParaLinkage - Main Tube Mount Weldment JM0048936 6 5/16”...
J&M ParaLinkage Coulter Assembly Description Part No. 5/8”-11 GrC Z Distorted Thread Hex Nut JM0054594 5/8” USS Flat Washer JM0003073 ParaLinkage Lower Arm Bushing Pivot JM0051220 1” ID x 1-1/4” OD x 1-1/4” Length Sleeve Composite Bearing JM0051195 5/8”-11 x 6-1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0019979 ParaLinkage - Main Arm Weldment JM0048944...
J&M ParaLinkage Coulter Knife Assembly Description Part No. C050 Wiese Knife JM0031273 1/2”-13 x 2-1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0001648 1/2”-13 Z Gr5 Hex Jam Nut JM0002157 ParaLinkage Coulter Knife/Injector Mount JM0049010 1/2” ID, 1-3/8” OD Z Flat Washer JM0003082 1/2”-13 x 2”...
Flow Monitor Description Part No. 3/4” Hose Barb x 3/4” Male NPT; 90 Deg JM0035226 1” Male x 3/4” Female PVC Hex Bushing - Black JM0047864 1” Slip x 1” FIPT PVC - Black JM0047865 1800 Gallon Tank Front Sight Glass Bracket JM0054195 1”...
Fill Valves Description Part No. T-Bolt Hose Clamp 3” Hose, 3-5/16” Min OD JM0035248 3” Manifold Flange x 3” Hose Barb JM0021244 3/8”-16 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0002152 Manifold Worm Screw Clamp 3” JM0035237 3/8”-16 x 1” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt JM0002092 Ball Valve Mount Plate 3”...
Main Wing Fold Circuit Hydraulic Schematic Description Part No. 3/8” Male JIC x 3/8” Female JIC Swivel; 90 Degree Elbow JM0010295 3/8” Male JIC x 3/8” Male NPT; Straight JM0037167 Flow Diverter Valve JM0018250 3/8” Male NPT x 3/8” Female NPT Swivel with .062 Orifice (Restrictor) JM0018362 3/8”...
ISO Liquid Control System Description Part No. Raven Cable ISOBUS Hitch to Raven ECU (12’) JM0039341 Raven Cable ISOBUS Hitch to Raven ECU (17’) JM0051018 Remote Switch Cable for Implement Engagement - ISO Control JM0050677 Mini Wisker Limit Switch JM0050161 Raven ISO Single Product Kit JM0039339 Raven Flow Cable - 6 Boom (12’) - 3 Pin Weather Pack...
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