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Kinze 3030 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR MANUAL
MKE002-01
MODEL 3030 70 CM NARROW FOLD PLANTER
02/20

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR MANUAL MKE002-01 MODEL 3030 70 CM NARROW FOLD PLANTER 02/20...
  • Page 3 The serial number plate is located on the L. H. side wing, underneath the outer fertilizer tank, as shown below. The serial number provides important information about your planter and is needed to obtain correct replacement parts. Always provide model number and serial number to your Kinze Dealer when ordering parts or when contacting Kinze Manufacturing, Inc.
  • Page 5 Predelivery/Delivery Checklist MKE002-01 Model 3030 TO THE DEALER Predelivery service includes assembly, lubrication, adjustment, and test. This service makes sure planter is delivered to the retail customer/end user ready for field use. PREDELIVERY CHECKLIST Use the following checklist and inspect planter after it is completely assembled. Check off each item found satisfactory or after proper adjustment is made.
  • Page 6 Replace if damaged or missing.  Check that safety/warning lights are working properly. (Signature Of Follow-Up Person/Dealer Name/Date) All registrations must be submitted online at “business.kinze.com” within 5 business days of delivery. Retain a copy of this form for auditing purposes. Tear Along Perforation...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents MKE002-01 Model 3030 Contents Brush-Type Seed Meter ......3-3 OVERVIEW Finger Pickup Seed Meter ......3-4 Vacuum Settings .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Model 3030 MKE002-01 15" Seed Opener Disc Blade/Bearing Assembly ..6-20 Seed Tube Guard/Inner Scraper ....6-22 Row Unit Mounted Residue Wheel .

  • Page 9: To The Owner

    MKE002-01 Model 3030 Kinze Manufacturing, Inc. would like to thank you for your patronage. We appreciate your confidence in Kinze farm machinery. Your Kinze planter has been carefully designed to provide dependable operation in return for your investment. This manual has been prepared to aid you in planter operation and maintenance. It should be considered a permanent part of the machine and remain with the machine when you sell it.
  • Page 10 NOTE: Photos in this manual may be of prototype machines. Production machines may vary in appearance. NOTE: Some photos and illustrations in this manual show optional attachments installed. Contact your Kinze Dealer for purchase of optional attachments.

  • Page 11: Warranty

    MKE002-01 Model 3030 The Kinze Limited Warranty for your new machine is stated on the retail purchaser’s copy of the Warranty And Delivery Receipt form. Additional copies of the Limited Warranty can be obtained through your Kinze Dealer. Warranty, within the warranty period, is provided as part of Kinze’s support program for registered Kinze products which have been operated and maintained as described in this manual.
  • Page 12 MKE002-01 GENERAL INFORMATION This manual covers all production years of the Model 3030 planter. Contact your Kinze dealer for additional options which may be available for your specific model year planter. Information in this manual was current at time of printing. However, due to Kinze’s ongoing product improvement, production changes may cause your machine to appear slightly different in detail.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications MKE002-01 Model 3030 SPECIFICATIONS Planter Size 8 Row 70 CM Length - Planting 6,77 m Length - Transport 6,59 m Width - Planting 5,50 m Width - Transport 3,00 m Height - Planting 2,8 m Height - Transport 3,22 m...

  • Page 14: General Safety Rules

    Use safety chain (not an elastic or nylon/plastic Model 3030 planter consists of 85% recyclable metals, tow strap) to retain connection between towing and 10% recyclable plastic and rubber, and 5% waste.

  • Page 15: Safety Instructions, Signs, And Decals

    Safety Instructions, Signs, and Decals MKE002-01 Model 3030 Following are some common hazard warnings associated with this equipment. Pay close attention to all safety, operating, and maintenance information in this manual and decals applied to your equipment. Contacting or coming close to power...
  • Page 16 Safety Instructions, Signs, and Decals Model 3030 MKE002-01 Safety Signs And Decals All safety/warning lights, reflective WARNING decals, and SMV sign must be in place and visible before transporting machine on public roads or death, serious injury, and damage to property and equipment may result.

  • Page 17: Machine Operation

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 Following information is general in nature to aid in preparation of tractor and planter for use, and to provide general operating procedures. Operator experience, familiarity with the machine, and the following information should combine for efficient planter operation and good working habits.

  • Page 18: Tractor Requirements

    Consult your dealer for information on horsepower requirements and tractor compatibility. Requirements vary with planter options, tillage, and terrain. A 12 VDC electrical system is required for all 3030 series planters. One dual remote hydraulic outlet (SCV) is required for machines equipped with a standard single valve hydraulic system.

  • Page 19: Tractor Preparation And Hookup

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 TRACTOR PREPARATION AND HOOKUP 1. Adjust tractor drawbar 13 to 17 inches (~33 to 43 cm) above ground. Adjust drawbar so hitch pin hole is directly below center line of PTO shaft. Make sure drawbar is in a stationary position.
  • Page 20 Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 4. Connect hydraulic hoses to tractor ports in a sequence familiar and comfortable to the operator. The vacuum fan motor hydraulic hoses are as follows: ⅜" Hose From Motor Case Drain ½" Hose To Motor Pressure 5/8"...

  • Page 21: Pto Pump Drive And Oil Cooler Option

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 PTO Pump Drive and Oil Cooler Option The tractor mounted PTO pump and oil cooler option is for Belarus MTZ 80/82 tractors with less than required hydraulic output needed to operate hydraulic-driven vacuum fan and other planter hydraulic requirements.

  • Page 22: Cylinder Information

    Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 CYLINDER INFORMATION Description Hydraulic Wing Fold Row Marker Cylinder Slave Lift Cylinder Master Lift Cylinder Cylinder Double Acting Double Acting Double Acting Double acting Intended Use Applications Applications Applications applications Piston Ductile Iron Ductile Iron...

  • Page 23: Hydraulic Hose Information

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 HYDRAULIC HOSE INFORMATION Part Number A3134 A1036 A1030 A3137 A1000 A1154 Hose Assembly, Hose Assembly, Hose Assembly, Hose Assembly, Hose Assembly, Hose Assembly, ¼" Description ⅜" x 198" ⅜" x 280" ⅜" x 192" ⅜" x 140"...
  • Page 24 Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 Agricultural; Agricultural; Agricultural; Agricultural; Agricultural; Agricultural; Application Construction Construction Construction Construction Construction Construction Hydraulic Hose Information (Continued) Part Number A15086-216 A15092-16.25 Hose Assembly, Hose Assembly, Description ⅜" x 216" ⅜" x 16.25" (~548,6 cm) (~41,3 cm)

  • Page 25: Hydraulic Operation

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 HYDRAULIC OPERATION Uncontrolled movement of equipment WARNING can cause loss of control and could result in death, serious injury, or damage to property and equipment. Install all safety pins before transporting equipment. Slave Master Master...
  • Page 26 MKE002-01 ROW MARKERS All Model 3030 planters are equipped with a dual valve hydraulic system which allows row markers to be operated independently of planter lift cylinders. Row markers are controlled on alternating sides through a tractor SCV. A sequencing valve directs flow to marker on opposite side each time a row marker is raised. When lower row marker is selected, row marker on opposite side of row marker last raised is lowered.

  • Page 27: Safety Lockups

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 SAFETY LOCKUPS Safety lockups are provided for two center cylinders and must be in place when working on a raised planter, transporting, or during storage. Safety lockup in storage location Safety lockup installed Place a safety lockup on each cylinder rod and secure in place with pin. Keep safety lockups in storage locations on planter when not in use.

  • Page 28: Transporting Planter

    Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 TRANSPORTING PLANTER Contacting or coming close to power DANGER lines or other high energy sources will cause death or serious injury. Keep away from power lines or high energy sources at all times. All safety/warning lights, reflective...

  • Page 29: Hydraulic Wing Fold Transport To Field Operation

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 HYDRAULIC WING FOLD TRANSPORT TO FIELD OPERATION Planter wings may swing suddenly and WARNING cause death or serious injury. Do not stand between wings and frame when folding or unfolding planter. Planter must be on a level surface in all directions.

  • Page 30: Hydraulic Wing Fold Field Operation To Transport

    Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 4. Swing wing lock eyebolts into position to lock each wing. 5. Operate the hydraulic lever to extend the lift cylinders. 6. Remove four center section cylinder lockups from cylinders and place them in storage positions.
  • Page 31 Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 NOTE: Hydraulic pressure will prevent selector valve from moving. Release hydraulic pressure from system before attempting to move selector valve handle. 2. Move selector valve to “FOLD”. Selector valve 3. Loosen wing lock 1¼" hex nuts and swing wing lock eyebolts over to release planter wings.

  • Page 32: Contact Drive Spring Adjustment

    Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 CONTACT DRIVE SPRING ADJUSTMENT 8" (~20 cm) Spring length measurement (Factory setting) Down pressure spring location There are two down pressure springs on each contact drive wheel. Spring tension is factory preset and normally requires no adjustment.

  • Page 33: Seed Rate Transmission Adjustment

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 SEED RATE TRANSMISSION ADJUSTMENT Drive sprocket Seed rate transmissions allow simple, rapid changes of sprockets to obtain desired planting population. By removing lynch pins on hexagon shafts, sprockets can be interchanged with those from the sprocket storage rod bolted to the transmission.

  • Page 34: Shear Protection

    Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 SHEAR PROTECTION Shear pins protect the planter driveline and row unit components from damage. 1. Determine where binding has occurred before replacing a pin. Turn shaft by hand (with the aid of a wrench) and check for misalignment and seized parts.

  • Page 35: Wrap Spring Wrench

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 WRAP SPRING WRENCH Chain idlers use wrap spring wrenches to release and adjust transmission chain tension. Rotate wrap spring wrench knurled collar while rotating chain idler away from chain to release chain tension. Release chain tension Rotate chain idler into chain while rotating handle to tension idler spring.

  • Page 36: Hydraulic Row Marker Operation

    All Model 3030 planters are equipped with a dual valve hydraulic system to control row markers. A dual valve hydraulic system allows planter to be raised and lowered without operating row markers. Row markers are controlled on alternating sides through a tractor SCV.

  • Page 37: Row Marker Speed Adjustment

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 ROW MARKER SPEED ADJUSTMENT Excessive row marker travel speed NOTICE can damage row markers. Adjust flow controls before row markers are first used. Marker lower flow control Marker raise flow control Row marker flow control valves Two flow control valves determine the amount of oil flow restriction controlling row marker travel speeds.

  • Page 38: Row Marker Adjustments

    6-8“. Do a field test to ensure markers are properly adjusted. NOTE: A notched marker blade is available from Kinze through your Kinze Dealer for use in more severe no till conditions. Concave side faces towards planter. Row marker disc blade angle adjustment...

  • Page 39: Digital Vacuum Readout

    VACUUM METER SYSTEM Kinze vacuum meter seed metering system includes seed meters, seed discs, and an air system consisting of a hydraulic driven vacuum fan which draws air through manifolds, hoses, and seed meters on each row unit.

  • Page 40: Ridge Planting

    Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 RIDGE PLANTING Planter toolbar height can be raised 3" (~8 cm) for ridge planting. 1. Relocate 20" transport axles to lower rear holes in ground drive wheel arm. New axle location. Transport axle Move contact drive wheel arm here.

  • Page 41: Field Test

    Machine Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 FIELD TEST Perform a field test with any change of field and/or planting conditions, seed size or planter adjustment to ensure proper seed placement and operation of row units. See "General Planting Rate Information" on page 5-1, "Check...

  • Page 42: Determining Kilograms Per Hectare (Brush-Type Meter)

    Machine Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 3. Measure 1∕1000 of a hectare. See chart for correct distance for row width being planted. 1∕1000 Hectare Seed Population Count Row Width/Distance Row Width 70 cm 14,28 m Distance NOTE: Seeds may bounce or roll when planting with closing wheels raised and planting depth set shallow affecting seed spacing accuracy.

  • Page 43: Row Unit Operation

    Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 PLANTING DEPTH Planting depth adjustment handle Planting depth is maintained by adjustable row unit gauge wheels. Depth adjustment range is approximately ½" to 3½" (~1 to 9 cm). 1. Raise planter to remove weight from wheels.

  • Page 44: Closing Wheel Shield

    Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 CLOSING WHEEL SHIELD (RUBBER OR CAST IRON “V” CLOSING WHEELS) Optional closing wheel shield is installed on underside of closing wheel arm to help prevent root balls and stalks from clogging closing wheels. Closing wheel shield...

  • Page 45: Brush-Type Seed Meter

    Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 BRUSH-TYPE SEED METER Upper Disc Color-Code Brush Seed Size Crop (Disc Part No.) Retainer Cells Range *Lubricant Black Black Graphite 4840 to 8800 Soybean GD11122 seeds/kg (GA5794) (GA5794) Talc Dark Blue Dark Blue Graphite...

  • Page 46: Finger Pickup Seed Meter

    Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 Turn seed disc counterclockwise when installing on meter hub while tightening two wing nuts that retain disc. Seed disc should have slight resistance when rotated counterclockwise after wing nuts are tight. Brush-type seed meter attaches to seed hopper same as finger pickup seed meter.

  • Page 47: Vacuum Settings

    Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 VACUUM SETTINGS Vacuum Seed Ejector Singulator Setting **Seed Disc Wheel Seed Size Zone Inches of Crop Disc Kit Part No. (Color) Cells Range Setting Water (cm) Lubricant Corn Graphite* B1219 B1219 1 row 2500-5000 18-20 ‡...
  • Page 48 Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 NOTE: See "Check Seed Population" on page 2-25 for more information. Always field check seed population to ensure planting rates are correct. NOTE: Singulator settings are marked from 0 - 3. NOTE: Mixing seed sizes and shapes affects meter performance. Use consistent seed size and shape.
  • Page 49 Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 NOTE: Damaged seed or seed containing foreign material will cause plugging of seed disc orifices and require more frequent seed meter cleanout to prevent underplanting. Wheel-Type Ejectors Wheel-type ejectors expel seed remants from seed disc orifices. These Ejector ejectors are disc specific and colored coded to match disc.

  • Page 50: Additives

    Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 ADDITIVES Lubricant Application Rate Graphite The use of graphite is recommended to promote seed flow, provide lubrication for the seed meter and to help dissipate Conventional Hoppers 15 ml/Hopper Fill static charge buildup. Among the available dry seed lubricants Bulk Fill Hoppers 450 g (1 lbs.) Bottle/Hopper...
  • Page 51 Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 Talc seed lubricant may be used as a drying agent in addition to graphite lubrication. The drying agent may improve seed release and/or to retard buildup of seed treatments on meter components. 1. Fill hopper ½ full of seed, add 60 ml (¼ cup) (conventional); 900 g (2 lbs) (Bulk Fill) of talc and mix thoroughly.

  • Page 52: Seed Hopper

    Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 SEED HOPPER Mechanical seed hopper has a capacity of 1.9 bushels (~67 l). Vacuum seed hopper has a capacity of 1.75 bushels (~62 l). Use clean seed and make certain there are no foreign objects inside when filling seed hopper.

  • Page 53: Row Unit Chain Routing

    Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 ROW UNIT CHAIN ROUTING Row unit drive chains must be properly tensioned and aligned for proper operation and to minimize wear. Inspect and replace weak, worn or broken springs, idlers, and idler bushings. Mechanical pull row unit meter drive...

  • Page 54: Quick Adjustable Down Force Springs Option

    Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 QUICK ADJUSTABLE DOWN FORCE SPRINGS OPTION Quick adjustable down force springs increase penetration in hard soil and keep row unit from bouncing in rough field conditions. Two springs per row, one on each side parallel arms, are used unless equipped with row unit mounted no till coulters.

  • Page 55: Frame Mounted Coulter

    Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 FRAME MOUNTED COULTER Frame mounted coulters with 1" (~2,5 cm) bubbled, 1" (~2,5 cm) fluted (8 flutes) or ¾" (~2 cm) fluted (~13 flutes) blades Spring anchor bar are used on pull row units only.

  • Page 56: Row Unit Mounted Residue Wheel

    Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 ROW UNIT MOUNTED RESIDUE WHEEL Row unit mounted residue wheel are used on pull row units. Row Unit Mounted Residue Wheel Two adjustable springs on each residue wheel parallel links provide down force adjustment. Position 1 provides minimum down pressure and position 3 maximum down pressure.

  • Page 57: Spiked Closing Wheel

    Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 SPIKED CLOSING WHEEL Spiked closing wheels crumble the sidewall, allowing roots to pentrate soil. Align spiked closing wheels straight across from each other, in most rearward holes on closing wheel arm. Set the wheels 1"...

  • Page 58: Row Unit Mounted No Till Coulter

    Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 ROW UNIT MOUNTED NO TILL COULTER Row unit mounted no till coulters with 1" (~2,5 mm) bubbled, 1" (~2,5 cm) fluted (8 flutes) or ¾" (~2 cm) fluted (13 flutes) blades may be used on pull row units (¾" fluted shown). Four quick adjustable down force springs are required per row when using row unit mounted no till coulters.

  • Page 59: Granular Chemical Hopper And Drive

    Row Unit Operation MKE002-01 Model 3030 GRANULAR CHEMICAL HOPPER AND DRIVE Agricultural chemicals can cause death WARNING or serious injury to persons, animals, and plants or seriously damage soil, equipment or property. Read and follow all chemical and equipment manufacturers labels and instructions.

  • Page 60: Granular Chemical Banding Options

    Row Unit Operation Model 3030 MKE002-01 GRANULAR CHEMICAL BANDING OPTIONS Granular chemical banding options allow 4½" (~12 cm) slope-compensating banding, straight drop in-furrow placement or 14" (~36 cm) rear banding. NOTE: Granular chemical rear bander is not compatible with covering discs/single press wheel option.

  • Page 61: Fertilizer

    Fertilizer MKE002-01 Model 3030 DOUBLE DISC FERTILIZER OPENER Pin storage position Pin lockup position "- " Maintain (~0,8 - 1,6 mm) gap at closest point. Double disc fertilizer opener Position double disc fertilizer openers to place fertilizer no closer than 2" (5 cm) to either side of row. Fertilizer depth is approximately 4"...

  • Page 62: Notched Single Disc Opener

    Fertilizer Model 3030 MKE002-01 NOTCHED SINGLE DISC OPENER Middle screw sets blade Opener mount angle. Tighten first! Disc blade ½" hex head cap screws Jam nuts 5∕16" hex head cap screws R.H. Opener Shown ⅜" lock nuts Scraper Drop tube...

  • Page 63: Depth/Gauge Wheel Attachment For Notched Single Disc Fertilizer Opener

    Fertilizer MKE002-01 Model 3030 2. Adjust scraper and drop tube. Loosen two 5∕16" hex head cap screws. Adjust scraper until just touching disc blade. Adjust drop tube until it is centered between knife and disc blade. Tighten screws. Turn blade and check for slight resistance without freewheeling.

  • Page 64: Dry Fertilizer Attachment

    Fertilizer Model 3030 MKE002-01 DRY FERTILIZER ATTACHMENT Agricultural chemicals can cause WARNING death or serious injury to persons, animals, and plants or seriously damage soil, equipment, or property. Read and follow all chemical and equipment manufacturers labels and instructions. Dry fertilizer option installed...

  • Page 65: Field Check Granular Chemical Application

    Fertilizer MKE002-01 Model 3030 FIELD CHECK GRANULAR CHEMICAL APPLICATION Temperature, humidity, speed, ground conditions, flowability of different material, or meter obstructions can affect granular chemical rate of delivery. Agricultural chemicals can cause death WARNING or serious injury to persons, animals, and plants or seriously damage soil, equipment, or property.
  • Page 66 Fertilizer Model 3030 MKE002-01 CLEANING Dry Fertillizer Tanks Disconnect drive shaft and hoses Undo and remove the cap screw Rotate lid to back and rotate hopper forward Dry fertilizer hoppers tip forward for dumping and ease of cleaning. Disconnect drive shaft from transmission and/or adjacent hopper.
  • Page 67 Fertilizer MKE002-01 Model 3030 Auger Installation Flighting must move chemicals from center to outside of hopper. Transmission direction of rotation NOTE: Install auger assembly so the flighting moves material to outer openings in hopper when augers rotate in direction they turn during operation.

  • Page 68: Rate Charts

    Rate Charts MKE002-01 Model 3030 GENERAL PLANTING RATE INFORMATION These planting rate charts apply to Kinze Model 3030 Wing Fold Planters. Sprocket combinations in these charts are NOTICE for average conditions. Changes in sprocket combinations may be required for desired planting population.
  • Page 69 Rate Charts Model 3030 MKE002-01 PLANTING RATES FOR FINGER PICKUP SEED METERS (STANDARD DRIVE) APPROXIMATE SEEDS/HECTARE FOR 70 CM ROW WIDTH Transmission Sprockets Recomm. Speed Range Average Seed Spacing 70 cm Rows Drive Driven (km/h) In Centimeters 43539 6 to 10...
  • Page 70 Rate Charts MKE002-01 Model 3030 PLANTING RATES FOR BRUSH-TYPE SEED METERS (STANDARD DRIVE) APPROXIMATE SEEDS/HECTARE FOR 70 CM ROW WIDTH Transmission 60 Cell Average 48 Cell Average Seed Speed Sprockets Soybean Or High-Rate Seed Specialty Soybean Or High- Spacing in...
  • Page 71 Rate Charts Model 3030 MKE002-01 PLANTING RATES FOR BRUSH-TYPE SEED METER (STANDARD DRIVE) APPROXIMATE SEEDS/HECTARE FOR 35 CM ROW WIDTH Transmission 60 Cell Average 48 Cell Average Speed Sprockets Soybean Or High-Rate Milo/ Specialty Soybean Or Seed Range Seed Grain Sorghum...
  • Page 72 Rate Charts MKE002-01 Model 3030 PLANTING RATES FOR BRUSH-TYPE SEED METERS (STANDARD DRIVE) APPROXIMATE SEEDS/HECTARE FOR 70 CM ROW WIDTH Transmission 36 Cell Average 30 Cell Average Speed Range Sprockets Seed Seed Acid-Delinted Large Cotton Milo / Grain Sorghum or...
  • Page 73 Rate Charts Model 3030 MKE002-01 PLANTING RATES FOR BRUSH-TYPE SEED METERS (STANDARD DRIVE) APPROXIMATE HILLS/HECTARE FOR 70 CM ROW WIDTH Due to variations in cotton seed size, meters equipped with 12 cell acid-delinted hill-drop cotton discs plant from 3 to 6 seeds per cell.
  • Page 74 Rate Charts MKE002-01 Model 3030 PLANTING RATES FOR VACCUM METER CORN/SUNFLOWER 40 CELL DISC 15 TOOTH CONTACT WHEEL DRIVE SPROCKET 34 TOOTH SPROCKET HALF RATE KIT INSTALLED APPROXIMATE SEEDS/HECTARE 70 cm Rows 35 cm Rows Transmission Sprockets Recomm. Speed Average Spacing...
  • Page 75 Rate Charts Model 3030 MKE002-01 PLANTING RATES FOR VACUUM METER SOYBEANS 120 CELL DISC 15 TOOTH CONTACT WHEEL DRIVE SPROCKET 17 TOOTH SPROCKET STANDARD RATE KIT INSTALLED APPROXIMATE SEEDS/HECTARE 70 cm Rows 35 cm Rows Transmission Sprockets Recomm. Speed Average Spacing...
  • Page 76 Rate Charts MKE002-01 Model 3030 PLANTING RATES FOR VACUUM METER MILO/SUGAR BEET/SPECIALTY 60 CELL DISC 15 TOOTH CONTACT WHEEL DRIVE SPROCKET 34 TOOTH SPROCKET HALF RATE KIT INSTALLED APPROXIMATE SEEDS/HECTACRE 70 cm Rows Transmission Sprockets Recomm. Speed Average Spacing (Seeds/Hectare)
  • Page 77 Rate Charts Model 3030 MKE002-01 DRY INSECTICIDE APPLICATION RATES APPROXIMATE KILOGRAMS/HECTARE AT 8 KM/H FOR 70 CM ROW WIDTH Meter Setting 70 cm Rows CLAY GRANULES 10,4 11,7 13,1 13,9 16,0 17,3 18,9 20,0 21,0 22,9 25,5 28,1 29,4 31,0...
  • Page 78 Rate Charts MKE002-01 Model 3030 DRY HERBICIDE APPLICATION RATES APPROXIMATE KILOGRAMS/HECTARE AT 8 KM/H FOR 70 CM ROW WIDTHS CLAY GRANULES Meter Setting 70 cm Rows 10,0 11,0 12,1 13,1 14,2 15,4 16,6 17,8 19,2 20,7 22,1 23,7 25,5 27,6...
  • Page 79 Rate Charts Model 3030 MKE002-01 DRY FERTILIZER APPLICATION RATES APPROXIMATE RATE IN KG PER HECTARE Drive Driven Low Rate Position High Rate Position Sprocket Sprocket 70 cm Rows 70 cm Rows High rate setting Low rate setting NOTE: Uneven delivery may result from attempting to use lower rates than indicated by chart.

  • Page 80: Lubrication And Maintenance

    Model 3030 LUBRICATION Following pages show locations of all lubrication points. Proper lubrication of moving parts helps ensure efficient operation of your Kinze planter and prolongs the life of friction producing parts. Uncontrolled machine can crush or WARNING cause loss of control resulting in death, serious injury, or damage to property and equipment.

  • Page 81: Drive Chains

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 DRIVE CHAINS Lubricate all transmission and drive chains daily with a high quality chain lubricant. Extreme operating conditions such as dirt, temperature, or speed may require more frequent lubrication. If a chain becomes stiff, it should be removed, soaked, and washed in solvent to loosen and remove dirt from joints.

  • Page 82: Bushings

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 BUSHINGS Lubricate bushings at frequency indicated. Check each bolt for proper torque. If bolt is loose, removed it and inspect bushing for cracks and wear. Replace bushing if necessary. Use only hardened flat washers. Replace damaged flat washers with proper part. Torque hardware to 130 ft-lb (~176 Nm).

  • Page 83: Grease Fittings

    Frequency of lubrication is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may require more frequent attention. NOTE: Numbers on illustration below correspond to photos on following pages showing lubrication frequencies. Model 3030 8 Row 70 cm Planter Shown 1. Row markers - 5 per marker. 02/20...
  • Page 84 Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 5. Frame Fold - 1 per side. 2. Seed Rate Transmission Assembly - 1 (Idler) Hitch side Wing Assembly 3. Wheel Module Assembly - 2 Per Module Wing Hinges - 2 per Wing. 4. Lift Cylinders (Master and Slave) - 1 Per Cylinder.
  • Page 85 Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 Fertilizer Openers Dry Fertilizer Attachment Dry Fertilizer Hopper - 2 Per Hopper Notched Single Disc Fertilizer Opener - 1 NOTE: For Dry Fertilizer Drive Chain lubrication "Drive Chains" on page 6-2. Double Disc Fertilizer Opener - 1...

  • Page 86: Mounting Bolts And Hardware

    All hardware used on the Kinze planter is Grade 5 (high strength) unless otherwise noted. Grade 5 cap screws are marked with three radial lines on the head. Hardware must be replaced with equal size, strength, and thread type.
  • Page 87 Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 TORQUE VALUES CHART - PLATED HARDWARE Grade 2 (No marks) Grade 5 (3 marks) Grade 8 (6 marks) Diameter Coarse Fine Coarse Fine Coarse Fine 50 in-lb 56 in-lb 76 in-lb 87 in-lb 9 ft-lb (~12 Nm) 10 ft-lb (~14 Nm) ¼"...
  • Page 88 Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 Explosive separation of rim and tire WARNING parts can cause death or serious injury. Overinflation, rim and tire servicing, improper use of rims and tires, or worn or improperly maintained tires could result in a tire explosion.

  • Page 89: Chain Tension Adjustment

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT Drive chains equipped with a spring loaded idler are self-adjusting. The only adjustment is to shorten chain if wear stretches chain and reduces spring tension. Check idler pivot periodically to ensure they rotate freely.

  • Page 90: Finger Pickup Seed Meter Inspection/Adjustment

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 FINGER PICKUP SEED METER INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT Brush attachment screw Finger tabs should contact carrier Baffle attachment to meter. plate in this area. Finger tabs should raise in this area. Meter attachment to hopper. Removing meter and baffle Proper finger operation 1.

  • Page 91: Cleaning Finger Pickup Seed Meter For Storage

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 7. Check indentations on carrier plate for wear before installing finger holder on carrier plate. Excessive wear of carrier plate at indentations will cause over planting especially with small sizes of seed. Inspect carrier plate annually. Life expectancy should be 250-300 acres (~100-125 hectares) per row of operation under average conditions.

  • Page 92: Brush-Type Seed Meter Maintenance

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 BRUSH-TYPE SEED METER MAINTENANCE Meter housing Stainless steel wear Upper brush band Seed disc Lower brush Upper brush retainer Brush-type seed meter seed disc installed Brush-type seed meter parts Use clean, high quality seed. Damaged or cracked seed, hulls, or foreign materials can become lodged in upper brush and greatly reduce meter accuracy.

  • Page 93: Cleaning Brush-Type Seed Meter For Storage

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 UPPER BRUSH Upper brush Upper brush holds seed in seed disc pocket in seed retention area. Brush must apply enough pressure against seed in seed disc pocket as disc rotates through seed retention area Seed retention area to prevent seed from dropping out of disc pocket.
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  • Page 95: Vacuum Seed Meter Maintenance

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 VACUUM SEED METER MAINTENANCE Front Cover Seed Meter with Back Singulator Release Button Cover Removed Vacuum Front Cover Before each planting season inspect seed discs and singulator and clean or replace as needed. Use clean, high quality seed for maximum meter accuracy. Damaged or cracked seed, hulls, and foreign material may become lodged in seed disc orifices and greatly reduce meter accuracy.

  • Page 96: Gauge Wheel Adjustment

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 GAUGE WHEEL ADJUSTMENT Machine bushings Shim gauge wheel to lightly contact opener disc blade. Check adjustment in field position. Gauge wheel adjustment Gauge wheels should lightly contact opener blades to prevent accumulation of dirt or trash. Gauge wheels and opener blades should turn with only slight resistance.

  • Page 97: Gauge Wheel Arm Bushing And/Or Seal Replacement

    GAUGE WHEEL ARM BUSHING AND/OR SEAL REPLACEMENT Gauge Wheel Arm Bushings/Seals NOTE: Gauge Wheel Arm Bushing and Seal Driver Kit (G1K296) is available through your Kinze Dealer. 1. Remove gauge wheel from arm. 2. Remove gauge wheel arm from shank assembly.

  • Page 98: Gauge Wheel Arm Pivot Spindle Replacement

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 GAUGE WHEEL ARM PIVOT SPINDLE REPLACEMENT Gauge Wheel Pivot Spindle 1. Remove gauge wheel and arm assemblies from shank assembly. 2. Remove ½" x ¾" cap screw that locks pivot spindle in place and remove spindle.

  • Page 99: 15" Seed Opener Disc Blade/Bearing Assembly

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 15" SEED OPENER DISC BLADE/BEARING ASSEMBLY Excessive blade contact may result NOTICE in premature disc opener bearing/hub failures and excessive wear on seed tube guard/inner scraper. When properly adjusted, if one blade is held in fixed...
  • Page 100 Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 REPLACE DISC BLADE/BEARING ASSEMBLY NOTE: Only bearing may need to be replaced if there is excessive endplay or if bearing sounds or feels rough when disc blade is rotated. 1. Remove gauge wheel, scraper, and bearing dust cap.

  • Page 101: Seed Tube Guard/Inner Scraper

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 SEED TUBE GUARD/INNER SCRAPER Seed tube guard protects seed tube and acts as inner scraper for seed opener disc blades. Remove seed tube and check for wear. Excessive wear on seed tube indicates a worn seed tube guard. Replace seed tube guard if it measures ⅝"...

  • Page 102: Row Unit Mounted Residue Wheel

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 ROW UNIT MOUNTED RESIDUE WHEEL Wheel hub is equipped with sealed bearings. If a bearing sounds or feels rough when wheel is rotated, replace them. Row unit mounted residue wheels ROW UNIT MOUNTED NO TILL COULTER Check nuts and hardware periodically for proper torque.

  • Page 103: Spiked Closing Wheel

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 SPIKED CLOSING WHEEL Inner parts of spiked closing wheel will begin to wear at approximately 70% of life. Flip/reverse wheel to utilize remaining life of wheel. Row Unit Spiked Closing Wheel GRANULAR CHEMICAL ATTACHMENT Before storing planter, disengage granular chemical drive by rotating throwout knob ¼...

  • Page 104: Row Marker Sequencing/Flow Control Valve Inspection

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 ROW MARKER SEQUENCING/FLOW CONTROL VALVE INSPECTION Pressurized hydraulic fluid can penetrate WARNING body tissue and result in death, serious infection, or other injuries. Fluid injected under skin must be IMMEDIATELY removed by a surgeon familiar with this type of injury.

  • Page 105: Row Marker Bearing Lubrication Or Replacement

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 ROW MARKER BEARING LUBRICATION OR REPLACEMENT Grease seal Outer cup Bearing Flat washer Spindle Slotted hex nut Dust cap Inner cup Marker blade Hub shield Bearing Cotter pin Retainer 1. Remove retainer and marker blade.

  • Page 106: Wheel Bearing Repack Or Replacement

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 WHEEL BEARING REPACK OR REPLACEMENT Jam nuts Bearing cup Inner bearing Outer bearing Spindle Bearing cup Raise tire clear of ground and remove wheel. Remove double jam nuts and slide hub from spindle. Remove bearings and cups and discard if bearings are being replaced. Clean hub and dry. Remove bearings only and not cups if repacking.

  • Page 107: Preparing Planter For Storage

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 PREPARING PLANTER FOR STORAGE • Store planter in a dry sheltered area if possible. Refer to “Safety Lockups” in Machine Operation section for proper safety lockup installation during storage. • Remove all trash that may be wrapped on sprockets or shafts and remove dirt that can draw and hold moisture.

  • Page 108: Electrical Wiring Diagram For Light Package

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM FOR LIGHT PACKAGE Yellow Brown Green White Black Blue NOTE: View from outside of plug 7 Terminal Connector * Optional customer-supplied auxiliary lights and wires may be wired into existing plug terminals.

  • Page 109: Eu Harness Adapter Diagram (Iso 1724)

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 Light package supplied on Model 3030 planter meets ASABE Standards. For correct wiring harness to be wired into lights on your tractor, check with tractor manufacturer. White MONITOR +12V NOTE: If needed use EU harness adapter for ISO 1724 tractor sockets.

  • Page 110: Hydraulic Hose Life

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 HYDRAULIC HOSE LIFE Pressurized hydraulic fluid can penetrate WARNING body tissue and result in death, serious infection, or other injuries. Fluid injected under skin must be IMMEDIATELY removed by a surgeon familiar with this type of injury.

  • Page 111: Hydraulic System Schematic

    Lubrication and Maintenance Model 3030 MKE002-01 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SCHEMATIC PO Check Valve PO Check Valve Slave Cylinder Master Cylinder Master Cylinder Slave Cylinder Frame Fold Frame Fold Cylinder Cylinder Sequence Valve w/ Flow Divider Selector Valve 6-32 02/20...

  • Page 112: Hydraulic Schematic - Vacuum Fan Motor System

    Lubrication and Maintenance MKE002-01 Model 3030 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC - VACUUM FAN MOTOR SYSTEM Vacuum Fan Override Valve Block Located on Vacuum Manifold Needle Valve ½" x 225" (~572 cm) (Pressure) ⅝" x 225" (~572 cm) (Motor Return) 3/8" x 230" (~584 cm) (Case Drain)
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  • Page 114: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting MKE002-01 Model 3030 CLOSING WHEEL TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Closing wheel(s) leave severe Too much closing wheel down Adjust closing wheel pressure. imprint in soil. pressure. Closing wheel(s) not firming soil Insufficient closing wheel Adjust closing wheel pressure.

  • Page 115: Lift Circuit Operation Troubleshooting

    Replace rephasing valve and adjust as stated above or replace piston. Install seal kit. Consult your Kinze Dealer for leak testing and rephasing valve adjustment if necessary. Slave cylinder leaking. Raise and lower planter. Check piston rephasing As planter lowers, side with valve for contamination.

  • Page 116: Row Marker Operation Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Model 3030 MKE002-01 ROW MARKER OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Same marker always operating. Inadequate oil flow to sequencing TEST: Raise planter and install valve. Most commonly associated transport lockups. Attempt to raise Rod ends and lower planter. All hydraulic with single valve system (lift and oil will be directed to markers.

  • Page 117: Seed Meter (Brush-Type) Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting MKE002-01 Model 3030 SEED METER (BRUSH-TYPE) TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Low count. Meter RPM too high. Reduce planting speed. Seed sensor not picking up all Clean seed tube. seeds dropped. Switch meter to different row. If problem stays with same row, replace sensor.

  • Page 118: Seed Meter (Finger Pickup) Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Model 3030 MKE002-01 SEED METER (FINGER PICKUP) TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION One row not planting seed. Drive release not engaged. Engage drive release mechanism. Foreign material in hopper. Clean hopper and finger carrier mechanism. Seed hopper empty. Fill seed hopper.

  • Page 119: Vacuum Seed Meter

    Troubleshooting MKE002-01 Model 3030 VACUUM SEED METER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Low seed count. Meter RPM too high. Reduce planting rate or planting speed. Singulator blade setting too aggressive. Adjust singulator blade. Vacuum level too low. Increase fan speed. Seed sensor not picking up all seeds Clean seed tube.
  • Page 120 Troubleshooting Model 3030 MKE002-01 VACUUM SEED METER - Continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Not planting seed. Seed baffle (if applicable) not allowing seed Mix talc thoroughly to coat all seeds. Remove (Continued) flow due to bridging of seed. seed baffle. Row Unit Operation section.
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