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- Page 1 AGROW SEED DRILL OPERATOR’S MANUAL Agrowseeder AD082 AD120 AD320 AD720 2017 Revision 3 AGROWPLOW | 55 Wellington St, Molong NSW...
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Page 2: Contact Details
Contact Details Agrowplow Pty Ltd Postal/Office: 55 Wellington St Molong NSW 2866 Phone: 1300 722 491 Fax: 1300 721 746 Email: agrowplow@agrowplow.com Web: www.agrowplow.com Local Agrowplow Dealer: ‘Prosperity Through Soil Care’ A g r o w p l o w O p e r a t o r s M a n u a l... -
Page 3: Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual was accurate and up to date at the time of printing. Agrowplow Pty Ltd reserves the right to make subsequent changes to the machine or this manual, where necessary, without notification. -
Page 4: The Owner's Manual
The manual is considered as part of your machine and must remain with the machine when it is sold. Delivery Inspection On delivery of your new Agrowplow please check that the machine is not damaged. In cases of shipping damage, please ask your dealer to arrange for the appropriate claim to be lodged immediately. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
The Owner’s Manual ................................4 Delivery Inspection ................................. 4 Contents ..................................... 5 Agrowplow – Company Profile ............................7 Warranty Policy .................................. 8 Conditions of Warranty ..............................8 Completing Safe Use Instruction (SUI) & Pre Delivery Inspection (PDI) Reports ............10 Safety .................................. - Page 6 5.4. Row Spacing ..............................46 5.5. Coulter Settings ............................... 46 5.6. Operating Speed .............................. 47 5.7. Hopper Selection ............................. 47 5.8. Electric Clutch ..............................47 5.9. Lighting ................................49 Calibration Instructions ............................50 6.1. Adjusting the Seed and Fertiliser Rates ......................50 6.2.
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Page 7: Agrowplow - Company Profile
The founders of Agrowplow had the foresight to see that farmers needed to improve their practices - to improve soil structure, increase humus and allow more water to infiltrate and store in the soil - if farming was to be sustainable. -
Page 8: Warranty Policy
The Safe Use Inspection (SUI) and Pre Delivery Inspection (PDI) Forms must be filled in and returned to Agrowplow by the Dealer or Agrowplow representative within seven days of delivery and installation of the unit. By signing the SUI &... - Page 9 With proper training of service personnel, diagnostic time should be at a minimum. Agrowplow expects that Dealers will assign a well trained and proficient technician to handle warranty repairs.
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Page 10: Completing Safe Use Instruction (Sui) & Pre Delivery Inspection (Pdi) Reports
The original SUI and PDI forms must be completed, signed and returned to Agrowplow for Warranty to be valid A g r o w p l o w O p e r a t o r s M a n u a l... -
Page 11: Safety
The dealer will explain the capabilities, safe application, service requirements and restrictions of the machine and demonstrate the safe operation of the machine according to Agrowplow’s instructions. The dealer can also identify unsafe modifications or use of unapproved attachments. -
Page 12: Safe Operation
Agrowplow has made every effort to highlight all risks to personnel or property. Owners and operators have a responsibility to exercise care and safe work practices at all times in the vicinity of the machine. Owners are advised to keep up to date on safety issues and to communicate these to all users of the machine. -
Page 13: Warning Decals
If you have any queries relating to safety or the operation of any machine contact your Agrowplow dealer immediately. All guards and safety devices must be kept on the machine and maintained in a functional condition. If necessary to remove guards or safety devices for maintenance they must be replaced before commencing operation. - Page 14 If the machine is to be left unattended the hydraulics must be lowered and the engine stopped. This will prevent accidental operation of the machine. 1.3.2. Bystanders Do Not Operate Near Bystanders Decal Do not operate any agricultural machinery near bystanders. Serious injury or death to bystanders could occur if they come in contact with projectiles, chemical spray, fertiliser and/or grain dust and moving machinery.
- Page 15 provided with the machine for safety reasons where practical without compromising machine performance. Ensure these are always fitted during operation. 1.3.4. Hydraulic Fluid Penetration A hydraulic fluid leak can, under high pressure, penetrate a human body Appropriate risk controls must be established to safe guard against hydraulic fluid penetration. All hydraulic machinery should be inspected regularly.
- Page 16 1.3.5. Hot Components During operation hydraulic components such as motors, pumps and valve blocks can become quite warm. Do not touch these components until they have cooled down otherwise serious injury such as burns could result. Heat Source Decal 1.3.6. Three Point Linkage Three Point Linkage Decal The three point linkage on a tractor creates numerous pinch and crush points that could cause serious injury or death.
- Page 17 Do Not Climb On This Machine Decal Do not ride on, or allow passengers on, the machine. Under no circumstances are passengers to be permitted on the machine while it is in operation or being transported. Any platforms and/or steps are provided solely for the purpose of preparing the machine for use.
- Page 18 1.3.8. Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely Chemical Hazard Decal All farm chemicals including fertilisers should be stored, used, handled and disposed of safely and in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Read the product label before using, noting any warnings or special cautions, including any protective clothing or equipment that may be required.
- Page 19 Use warning signs to remind people to wear hearing protection and reduce noise. Have staff that work in noisy environments undergo an annual hearing check. Always wear earplugs, or similar devices, when carrying out noisy activities. 1.3.10. Battery Explosion Automotive lead/acid batteries may explode when improperly handled or used. Explosion may cause a person to be injured by the force of the explosion or a spray of sulphuric acid to their face or body.
- Page 20 Tyre Inflation Decal An operator must always face the tyre tread from the side and not from the face and no operator should stand in the blast trajectory of any tyre during inflation. The blast trajectory is the area in front of the wheel face. Tyre explosion may be due to: •...
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Page 21: Ergonomic Safety
1.3.13. Raised Wings Raised Wing Decal A failure of the wings mechanical lock or a failure in the hydraulic circuit can cause the rapid collapse of the wing itself. Contact with a falling wing can cause serious injury or death by crushing, impalement or other forms of trauma. 1.4. - Page 22 Ladders are the least preferred means of working at heights and should only be used when there is no viable alternative such as: Stairs • Cherry picker • Portable steps • Forklift with appropriate platform • Scaffold • Emergency procedures including first aid must be available. A safety harness must also be used where required by the nature of the task.
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Page 23: Maintenance
• Use due care when adjusting or maintaining any aspect of the Agrowplow. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. A g r o w p l o w O p e r a t o r s M a n u a l... -
Page 24: Transporting The Machine
Do not transport the Agrowplow without the tractor drawbar being in a locked position. Transporting without the drawbar locked will result in loss of implement control and serious damage or injury. Do not transport an Agrowplow with a vehicle of less gross mass than that of the Agrowplow being towed. •... -
Page 25: Risk Assessment
Lowering the Agrowplow to the ground will also relieve pressure from the hydraulic circuit making it safer and easier to connect and disconnect the hydraulic couplings. • Always place chocks behind and in front of the wheels to prevent accidental movement on the machine. - Page 26 CAUSE OF HAZARD RISK CONTROL HAZARD TYPE RISK Determine and apply appropriate risk Is there a potential for injury What is the cause or source ASSESS controls after considering Hierarchy or illness due to … of the hazard … RATING of Risk Control ENTANGLEMENT Moving chains or belts...
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Page 27: Soil Care System Of Farming
2. Soil Care System of Farming The origins of Agrowplow began with observation and concern about devastating effects of conventional cultivation on Australian soils. Today, Agrowplow remains focused and dedicated to the development of innovative farming practices and equipment to improve and protect our nation's greatest asset - the soil! 2.1. -
Page 28: Soil Compaction
The patented design of the Agrowplow shank prepares and renovates the root zone of the soil without inversion. This unique ability of root bed renovation improves water infiltration, humus levels, soil structure and sustainable productivity. -
Page 29: Advantages Of Agrowplowing
The narrow edge on tyne design substantially reduces tractor horsepower requirements. The low angle digging tool and narrow shank of the Agrowplow ensures that the previous crops root systems are fully retained in the soil. This improves structure, adding humus, increasing water infiltration and holding moisture whilst allowing greater utilization of nitrogen created by legume Rhizobium bacteria. - Page 30 The Agrowplow has been engineered to operate in a wide range of soil conditions whether they be black, heavy soils or the light, sandy, abrasive types. Soil type does not affect successful Agrowplowing or non-inversion tillage.
- Page 31 Aerates the soil (allows soil & microbes to breath) • Increased worm & microbe activity • Agrowplow eradicates hard pans • Agrowplow decompacts vehicle and stock compaction • Unrestricted root growth making nutrients more accessible • Increased water infiltration and storage •...
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Page 32: Benefits Of Direct Drilling
2.5. Benefits of Direct Drilling Direct drilling prevents the soil from being exposed to wind and water erosion and the effect of reduced traffic minimises soil compaction. Zero cultivation avoids degradation of soil structure. The primary reason for cultivation is to kill vegetation that consumes moisture from the soil. This can now be achieved by alternative methods. -
Page 33: Advantages Of The Baker Boot
There are a number of crucial features and options of the Agrowdrill which allow it to perform well in tough conditions. These include: Extremely rugged construction with plenty of frame weight to penetrate the soil • Flexi Coil spring release tyne with a high breakaway force capabilities •... -
Page 34: Planning To Direct Drill
2.7.2. Conventional Tynes Conventional tyne seeders mainly use a cultivating point which operates at a shallow angle to the soil. The action of the tyne and the digging tool tends to lift the soil and throw it to both sides leaving a U-shaped slot. Few conventional seeders are fitted with coulters and consequently have difficulty handling the large amounts of surface trash often encountered when direct drilling. - Page 35 Direct drilling calls for a different approach. Some of the alternatives available for weed control include: Heavy grazing • Spraying with herbicides • • Slashing A combination of the above • 2.8.2. Timing Timeliness of the seeding operation is critical for good germination, growth and best yield results. There are two main aspects of timeliness you must consider: •...
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Page 36: The Job's Not Finished At Seeding
2.8.5. Ensure Adequate Plant Nutrition Most soils are low in fertility and need to have nutrients added to boost pasture and crop growth. Young plants especially need good nutrition. The need for fertiliser can be assessed in a number of ways: Paddock history •... - Page 37 2.9.3. Use of Fertiliser Maintaining good nutrition is important for sustained production All crops and pastures can benefit, in some situations, from additional fertiliser after seeding. Fertiliser can be added in many forms. 2.9.4. Grazing Management New pastures can usually only stand light grazing in the first season. Perennial crops can also be grazed. The following are some important points to remember: •...
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Page 38: Specifications
3. Specifications 3.1. AD082, Agrowseeder Model AD082 Number of Sowing Rows Tyne Spacing 175mm (7") 150mm (6") Working Width 1.75m (5' 9") 2.7m (9') Hopper Capacity 175L (5 bu) 315L (9 bu) Tyre Size 13 x 165 HT Transport Width 1.88m (6' 2") 2.8m (9' 9") Number of Toolbars... -
Page 39: Ad120 Series Agrowdrill
3.2. AD120 Series Agrowdrill Model AD120 20 with Pasture Discs Number of Sowing Rows 22 with Tynes 175mm (7”) Tyne Spacing 150mm (6") 3.5m (11’8”) Working Width 3.3m (11') Front 570L (16 bu) Hopper Capacity Rear 470L (13 bu) Wheel Equipment 235 / 75 R15 Transport Width 3.5m (11' 5") -
Page 40: Ad320 Series Agrowdrill
3.3. Ad320 Series Agrowdrill AD320 Model Number of Sowing Rows Tyne Spacing 3.9m 3.3m 3.85m 3.5m 4.05m 3.6m Working Width Number of Outlets 670L 570L 670L 570L 670L 570L Hopper Front (19 bu) (16 bu) (19 bu) (16 bu) (19 bu) (16 bu) Capacity 555L... -
Page 41: Ad720 Series Agrowdrill
3.4. AD720 Series Agrowdrill AD720 Model No. of Sowing Rows Tyne Spacing mm (6”) (6”) (6”) (6”) (7”) (6”) (6”) (6”) (9”) (9”) (9”) (9”) 3.85 3.15 4.05 3.15 Working Width m No. of Outlets 670L 670L 670L 570L 670L 570L 670L 570L... -
Page 42: Farmscan Jackal Hectaremeter
4. Farmscan Jackal Hectaremeter The electronic Farmscan Jackal Hectaremeter is designed to fit virtually any farm tractor. It displays and records area sown and displays working speed in either metric or imperial units. Farmscan Jackal Hectaremeter Please consult the Farmscan Jackal Operators Manual for installation and operation procedures. The wiring harness for the Farmscan Jackal is incorporated into the main wiring harness of the Agrowdrill. -
Page 43: Operating Instructions
5. Operating Instructions 5.1. Hitching and Levelling The Agrowdrill should be matched to the tractor size to maximise performance and efficiency. A mismatched tractor and implement will be inefficient and cost money, as well as being unsafe. 5.1.1. Three Point Linkage Models – Agrowseeder Only The three-point linkage lift capacity of the tractor will generally determine the required tractor size. - Page 44 5. Disengage the jack stand and adjust the hitch level to suit the drawbar height of the tractor. When level, ensure the levelling tube is locked using the locknut. 5.1.3. Hydraulic Lift Circuit The procedure to connect and prime the hydraulic lift circuit is as follows: 1.
- Page 45 5.1.4. Coulter Hydraulic Lift Circuit – AD 520 Only The procedure to connect and prime the coulter hydraulic lift circuit is as follows: 1. Ensure both the tractor remotes and the hose couplings are clean and then connect to the tractor. 2.
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Page 46: Hydradisc Undercarriage - Ad 820 Only
Do not exceed 2500 PSI in the system as this is approaching the operational limits of the hoses, cylinders, accumulators and fittings. Agrowplow will not be held responsible for any failure, injury or death resulting from the operation outside of these parameters. -
Page 47: Operating Speed
3. Lift the Agrowdrill and secure using the ram safety stoppers. 4. Loosen the frame clamp retaining bolts on the opener assemblies. 5. Adjust so the soil openers align with the coulter blades. 6. Retighten all retaining bolts. 7. Lower the Agrowdrill and recheck alignment. 8. - Page 48 To activate the clutch simply turn the green toggle switch on. In-Cab Control Box with Clutch and Light Switches 5.8.1. Mounted Trip Switch Models fitted with the trip switch have the added feature that the seed drive will switch on as the machine is lowered and switch off as the machine is raised.
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Page 49: Lighting
The lighting kit is supplied standard with a 7-pin round plug however it can be fitted with 7-pin inline or 7-pin European if desired. Please contact your nearest Authorised Agrowplow Dealer for more information. The road transport lighting kit is not available on the Agrowseeder. -
Page 50: Calibration Instructions
6. Calibration Instructions 6.1. Adjusting the Seed and Fertiliser Rates Adjusting the seed and fertiliser rates on the Agrowdrill is very simple as it only involves three components: Variable Speed Gearbox. • Restrictors applied to the fluted rollers. • • Adjustable gates under the fluted rollers. - Page 51 Recommended Restrictor and Gate Settings are as follows: Seed Gate Setting Restrictors Fitted Lupins Barley 2 of 4 Oats Wheat 2 of 4 Canola 3 of 4 Sub Clover 3 of 4 Lucerne 3 of 4 Ryegrass 2 of 4 Single Super None or 2 of 4 None or 2 of 4...
- Page 52 6.1.3. Gate Settings Depending on the model of Agrowdrill, the gate adjustment levers are located on either the right hand end of the Agrowdrill or in the centre of the machine underneath the hopper. The gate settings are based on seed size. Do not adjust the gate settings to increase the application rate. Adjust gate settings as follows: 1.
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Page 53: Method For Checking Metering Rates
6.2. Method for Checking Metering Rates Our recommended static methods of checking metering rates use: • An accurate set of electronic scales (accurate to at least 2 grams). Most electronic kitchen scales will suffice. A small amount of seed and/or fertiliser. •... -
Page 54: Calibration Tables
6.3. Calibration Tables The following tables provide the data needed to calibrate the Agrowdrill for machines with standard tyne configurations. For non standard configurations please follow the procedure in Section 6.4. Please consult the calibration procedure as outlined above in Section 6.2. 6.3.1. - Page 55 6.3.3. AD320 Series Agrowdrill Number of Row Spacing Sowing Width FarmScan Collect From Number of Calibration Sowing Rows millimetres metres Pulse metres No. of Hoses Crank Handle Factor Turns 3.300 1.636 37.00 0.220 3.900 1.636 31.25 0.260 3.500 1.636 35.00 0.200 4.200 1.636...
- Page 56 6.3.5. AD720 Series Agrowdrill Number of Row Spacing Sowing Width FarmScan Collect From Number of Calibration Sowing Rows millimetres metres Pulse metres No. of Hoses Crank Handle Factor Turns 3.000 1.402 47.50 0.200 3.300 1.402 43.25 0.220 3.600 1.402 39.75 0.240 3.900 1.402...
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Page 57: Non Standard Machine Settings
6.3.7. Custom Agrowdrill Calibration table Number of Row Spacing Sowing Width FarmScan Collect From Number of Calibration Sowing Rows millimetres metres Pulse metres No. of Hoses Crank Handle Factor Turns This table is to be used if a machine is made with custom features which require custom calibration. 6.4. - Page 58 4. Calculate idle shaft revolutions per Hectare. 4.1. This is the Wheel Revs/Ha (see previous calculation) multiplied by the idle shaft ratio for your drill. Agrowdrill Series Idle Shaft Ratio AD082 Agrowseeder AD120 1.44 AD320 1.44 AD520 AD720 AD820 Agrowdrill Range Idle Shaft Ratio 5.
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Page 59: Plotting Calibration Charts
6.5. Plotting Calibration Charts This procedure will allow for the plotting of calibration charts for seeds or fertilisers not listed or for the modification of existing charts. 1. Set the rate adjusting lever to the maximum setting and carry out the calibration procedure as outlined in the Section 6.2.1 above. -
Page 60: Operating Tips
7. Operating Tips 7.1. After the First Round The following is a list of points that should be checked after the first pass or round of a paddock: 1. Ensure both the seed and fertiliser drives are rotating. Note: Problems in this area can be avoided with adequate maintenance and checking the rotation of the drives before commencing. -
Page 61: Cleaning Seed And Fertiliser Hoppers
7.5. Cleaning Seed and Fertiliser Hoppers Thorough cleaning of the seed and fertiliser hopper is very important for a number of reasons including: • Fertiliser left in the hopper will cause corrosion of the metal parts of the Agrowdrill. • If you are changing to a different seed all the previous seed must be removed to prevent contamination. -
Page 62: Lubrication And Maintenance
8. Lubrication and Maintenance The Agrowdrill is an extremely robust and durable machine and will give many years of service with simple routine maintenance. 8.1. Pre-Operation Check Check the following points before operation: Check all nuts and bolts are tight. •... -
Page 63: Replacing Soil Openers
8.4. Replacing Soil Openers You should replace soil openers when they wear past the tungsten tip or lose their point. Blunt tips or worn heels will reduce the digging efficiency and seed placement accuracy of the Agrowdrill. The procedure for changing soil openers is as follows: 1. -
Page 64: Servicing The Fluted Rollers
8.8. Servicing the Fluted Rollers The fluted rollers are driven by hexagonal shafts through the drive chains and sprockets on the left side of the Agrowdrill. These shafts are supported by self-aligning ball bearings adjacent to the sprockets and by glass filled nylon bushes mounted between every third outlet. -
Page 65: Major Servicing Of The Metering Mechanism
8.9. Major Servicing of the Metering Mechanism In the event of the metering mechanism requiring major servicing the bottom of the hoppers can be completely removed. 1. Remove the down tube assemblies and fluted roller drive sprockets and bearing assembly as outlined in previous sections. -
Page 66: Drive Chain Adjustments
8.11. Drive Chain Adjustments Chain tensioners are provided in the drive wheel arm, the chain to the gearbox and the chains to the metering mechanism. All chains should be adjusted until there is between 5mm and 10mm deflection of the chain with a light hand pressure applied. -
Page 67: Troubleshooting Guide
9. Troubleshooting Guide 9.1. Undercarriage The Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Soil is too dry Wait for rain or irrigate Worn soil openers Replace soil openers Keep hoppers full Poor penetration Insufficient weight Fill tyres with water Remove coulters Machine not level Adjust levelling tube to suit Soil is too dry Wait for rain or irrigate... -
Page 68: Metering System
9.2. Metering System The Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Powder build up in hopper See ‘Operating Tips’ section Falling fertiliser rate Caking See ‘Operating Tips’ section Different sample than that Recalibrate Incorrect metering rates used to calibrate Faulty scales Check scales Blocked roller Clean out hopper and unblock Some rows not metering... -
Page 69: Farmscan Jackal Hectaremeter
9.4. Farmscan Jackal Hectaremeter The Problem Probable Cause / Remedy Check that power cable connections at battery are clean and tight Measure voltage from power cable at monitor connection point. It should be No response from between 12 – 13.8 V DC ON/OFF switch If voltage ok and unit fails, return to nearest Farmscan dealer or authorised service agent. -
Page 70: Calibration Charts
10. Calibration Charts Due to variations in seed sizes that can occur from crop to crop, season-to-season as well as normal variations between varieties, the information given on the following charts should be used as a guide only. Cleanliness of samples will also effect actual rates, especially with oaten and some barley varieties. - Page 71 A g r o w p l o w O p e r a t o r s M a n u a l P a g e | 71...
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- Page 73 Custom Machine Calibration Chart Gearbox Rate Adjustment Setting Custom Machine Calibration Chart Gearbox Rate Adjustment Setting A g r o w p l o w O p e r a t o r s M a n u a l P a g e | 73...
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