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- Page 1 DR12X2 ROW HOPPER PLANTER Operator’s Manual Part #125-087-03-EN-OM...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Orthman Right Side Decals ........ - Page 4 Notes ............... 7-10 DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN...
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Page 6: Introduction
Explain to the customer that the life expectancy of this machine depends on regular maintenance as directed in the operator’s manual. Tell the customer to use the proper tools for service and inform them of Orthman parts availability. Review recommended procedures for attaching and detaching planter from tractor. -
Page 7: Product Description
An internal toolbar vacuum circuit has been designed into the DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter. The vacuum air for the We would like to thank you for placing your confidence in seed meters is routed from each row unit to the internal Orthman Mfg., Inc. -
Page 8: Warranty
INTRODUCTION Warranty Orthman Manufacturing, Inc. ("OMI") warrants each new OMI obligation under this warranty shall be limited to whole good product to be free from defects in repairing or replacing, free of charge to the purchaser, manufactured components and workmanship. This... -
Page 9: Safety Information
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Page 10: Farm Safety
• Review and follow instructions in material safety data sheets (MSDSs) and on labels that come with Orthman Manufacturing provides this document in the chemical products and communicate information on hope that everyone that has a job to do, does it SAFELY. -
Page 11: Health And Safety Hazards On Farms
Electrocution, “struck by” injuries, or death Move to a safe place. Lightening, hail, and tornadoes are unpredictable. Orthman Manufacturing, Inc. does not limit the potential effects or injuries nor prevention measures to those listed above. They are provided solely as a guideline to making your farm life safer. -
Page 12: Safety Alert Symbol
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation Read and understand all operator manuals for the that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious machinery used in conjunction with the DR12x2 Row injury. WARNING includes hazards that are exposed Hopper Planter. -
Page 13: Equipment Safety Guidelines
Safe Operation Operator safety is the primary concern when designing CAUTION an Orthman implement. Orthman integrates as many safety features into the implement as possible. You can Read and understand the entire contents of this manual avoid many hazards and possible accidents by observing before operating or servicing the implement. -
Page 14: Warning And Safety Lights
2) Two-sided amber light (2 used) 6) Red light (2 used) 3) Orange flourescent non-reflective decal (4 used) 7) Red/amber light assembly (2 used) 4) Red retroreflective decal (4 used) 8) Yellow reflective decal (2 used) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 15: Slow Moving Vehicle (Smv)
Also mounted with the SMV is the speed identification symbol (SIS) (2). The SIS displays the vehicle’s max speed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (kph). ORM000116 Figure 2-2 1) Slow moving vehicle (SMV) placard 2) Speed identification symbol (SIS) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 16: No Riders
Replace damaged or missing parts immediately. Disengage power sources prior to maintaining the Remove tools and unused parts prior to implement implement. Injury or death can result from contact with operation. power driven parts when in motion. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 17: Prepare For Emergencies
(NH3) and liquid fertilizer. Orthman Serial Number Plate Keep a clean supply of water readily accessible in case The Orthman serial number plate contains valuable of exposure to NH3 or liquid fertilizer. information. The model number (1) and serial number (2) -
Page 18: Safety Decals
7. Engage all safety devices before transporting or working beneath implement. 8. Contact or close proximity to power lines can result in electrocution. 9. Review all safety instructions with all operators on a frequent basis. ORM000119 Figure 2-4 DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN 2-10... -
Page 19: Orthman Left Side Decals
7. Engage all safety devices before transporting or working beneath implement. 8. Contact or close proximity to power lines can result in electrocution. 9. Review all safety instructions with all operators on a frequent basis. ORM000118 Figure 2-5 DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN 2-11... - Page 20 SAFETY INFORMATION Page Intentionally Blank DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN 2-12...
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Page 21: Major Components
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Page 22: Center
9) Amber light assembly (2 used) 14) Dual mount hitch top link 4) Float link (2 used) 10) Bar stand (2 used) 15) Hitch tug pin (2 used) 5) Fold control manifold 11) Swing truss (2 used) 16) Center section DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 23: Wing
The 36 in row spacing planter right wing, 38 in row spacing planter wings, and 40 in row spacing planter wings are similar. ORM000121 Figure 3-2 1) Wing head 2) Row unit vacuum port (6 used) 3) Wing 4) Vacuum from blower port (3 used) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... - Page 24 MAJOR COMPONENTS Page Intentionally Blank DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN...
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Page 25: Preparation And Setup
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Page 26: Prevent Hydraulic System Contamination
Chains also need adequate lubrication. Lubrication allows a chain to move smoothly with reduced friction and prevents premature stretching of the chain. ORM000122 Figure 4-1 For grease point locations, see “Lubrication” on page 7-4. 1) Cap 2) Hydraulic hose DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 27: Preparing The Toolbar
DANGER 1. Read and understand the operator’s manual for all Avoid rollover. Failure to follow this information will tooling options used in conjunction with the DR12x2 result in death or serious injury. Stacking one wing at a Row Hopper Planter. -
Page 28: Implement-To-Tractor Connection
PREPARATION AND SETUP Implement-to-Tractor Connection The DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter features a dual-mount hitch to dictate whether using twin row or single row operation. As part of the unique dual-mount hitch, the hitch top link has two mounting locations for the tractor 3-point hitch. -
Page 29: Quick-Hitch Tractor Connection
5. Check the drawbar clearance. Turn the drawbar 12. Raise the bar stands to highest point and install stay offset to the shortest possible position to avoid pins. contact with the coupler and implement. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 30: Disconnecting Implement From Tractor
9. Disconnect tractor three-point hitch points from the implement hitch pin and tug pins. If tractor quick-hitch is used, lower the quick-hitch until the hooks are below the implement hitch pin and tug pins and the machine is safely on the ground. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 31: Wing Fold
8) Swing truss lock pin (2 used) 6) Wing lock pin rigid 9) Swing truss rigid position (2 used) position (2 used) 7) Wing lock pin storage 10) Swing truss storage position (2 used) position (2 used) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 32: Leveling The Wings
ORM000128 Figure 4-9 1) Float link lock pin 3) Wing float link plate (2 used) 2) Wing fold hydraulic cylinder ORM000138 Figure 4-11 5) Wing 7) Stand 6) Center section 8) Pivot point (2 used) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... - Page 33 10. If the wing angle is still lower than or more than 2° of the center section, repeat leveling procedure. 11. If the wing is within the levelness range, tighten the nut and jam nut. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN...
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Page 34: Fold Control Manifold
PREPARATION AND SETUP Fold Control Manifold Left Side of Manifold The DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter is equipped with a manifold for controlling the toolbar fold from one selective control valve (SCV). The fold control manifold (1) directs hydraulic fluid to each wing folding cylinder evenly. A flow divider (2) keeps the wings balanced when folding. -
Page 35: Internal Toolbar Vacuum Circuitry
An internal toolbar vacuum circuit has been designed into operator’s manual for properly setting the row units for the DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter. The vacuum air for the each operation. Attach the tractor to the appropriate hitch seed meters is routed from each row unit (1) to the pin location for each setting. -
Page 36: Preparation For Planter Transport
6. Raise bar stands (1) to highest point and install stay pins (2). ORM000123 Figure 4-21 1) Bar stand (2 used) 2) Stay pin (2 used) 7. Review the toolbar settings and features in Chapter 5, “Operation and Field Settings”. Make any necessary adjustments. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN 4-12... -
Page 37: Operation And Field Settings
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Page 38: Toolbar Float
OPERATION AND FIELD SETTINGS Toolbar Float CAUTION The DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter is designed to “float” Avoid implement damage. Remove the float link lock over uneven field terrain. This is achieved through the pins from the rigid positions. toolbar’s ability to flex at each wing hinge. Flexing of the toolbar is limited to ±... -
Page 39: Toolbar Flex
4) Rigid pin position (2 used) 7) Strut (2 used) 2) Center section 5) Storage pin position (2 used) 8) Wing float link plate (4 used) 3) Float link lock pin (2 used) 6) Wing fold cylinder (2 used) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 40: Flex Settings
4) Strut 7) Float link lock pin 5) Float link plate (2 used) 8) Rigid position 6) Lynch pin 9) Storage position ORM000138 Figure 5-3 1) Wing 3) Stand 2) Center section 4) Strut DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 41: Up-Flex-Only Settings
4) Strut 7) Float link lock pin 5) Float link plate (2 used) 8) Rigid position 6) Lynch pin 9) Down flex stop position ORM000138 Figure 5-5 1) Wing 3) Stand 2) Center section 4) Strut DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 42: Wing Fold Hydraulics
“Fold Control Manifold” on page 4-10. ORM000150 Figure 5-7 1) Wing fold cylinder (2 used) 3) Rod port 5) Rod port 2) Fold control manifold 4) Base port 6) Base port DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 43: Toolbar Height And Orientation
The row units (4) should have a minimum height of 23 in (58 cm) (3) clearance from the ground surface. ORM000151 Figure 5-8 1) Hitch 2) Approximate height 3) Minimum height 4) Row unit (24 used) 49 in (124 cm) 23 in (58 cm) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 44: Field Position
ORM000152 Figure 5-9 1) Hitch 2) Row unit (24 used) 3) Approximate height 20–22 in (52–56 cm) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 45: Troubleshooting
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Page 46: Preventative Measures
Wear proper hand and eye to be stopped. protection. When searching for leaks, use cardboard or • Be sure the tractor hydraulic system has the proper wood instead of hands. amount of hydraulic fluid. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 47: Wings Do Not Fold Or Unfold
• Check to see if the cylinder seals are bad. Toolbar Wings Are Not Level or • Check to see if there is enough tractor hydraulic pressure. Straight Adjust wings to the level position. See “Leveling the Wings” on page 4-8. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... - Page 48 TROUBLESHOOTING Page Intentionally Blank DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN...
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Page 49: Maintenance And Specifications
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Page 50: Practice Safe Maintenance
Make sure fastener threads are clean and that you 1/4 to 3/4 in. fasteners with JDM F13B zinc flake coating. properly start thread engagement. When possible, lubricate plain or zinc plated fasteners other than lock nuts, wheel DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 51: Metric Fasteners
M20 and larger fasteners with JDM F13C zinc flake coating. “Dry” means plain or zinc plated without any lubrication, or M6 to M18 fasteners with JDM F13B zinc flake coating. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 52: Lubrication
MAINTENANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS Lubrication Grease all zerks on the DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter using a high-quality, multi-purpose grease. Follow the recommended hourly service intervals illustrated here. Grease more frequently dependent upon the frequency of folding. Lubrication Service Intervals Total Zerks... -
Page 53: Wing Fold Cylinder Removal
4) Pin (2 used) cylinder. 7. Clean and inspect parts. Repair or replace as necessary. 8. Installation is done in reverse order of removal. • Bleed wing fold cylinder. See “Hydraulic Component Air Bleed Procedure” on page 7-6. DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 54: Hydraulic Component Air Bleed Procedure
(2) as shown in Figure 7-4. wing fold cylinders. 6. Repeat steps 3–5 for right wing fold cylinder. ORM000149 Figure 7-4: Left Wing Fold Cylinder 1) Left wing fold cylinder 2) Block of wood DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 55: Implement Inspection
Replace parts as necessary. the implement. • Remove any buildup of grease, oil, and debris. Store inside if possible. Storing the implement inside will prolong the life of the DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter components. DANGER Avoid crushing. Failure to follow this information will result in death or serious injury. -
Page 56: Specifications
Capacity (minimum) 2 gal (7.5 L) Horsepower Minimum 250 hp (186 kw) with MFWD Row spacing 36 /38 /40 in (91/97/102 cm) Empty weight 13 500 lb (6124 kg) Full weight 16 620 lb (7540 kg) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 57: Machine Dimensions
MAINTENANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS Machine Dimensions ORM000146 Figure 7-5 1) 14.9 ft (4.5 m) 2) 7.2 ft (2.2 m) 3) 20 ft (6.1 m) DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN... -
Page 58: Notes
MAINTENANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS Notes DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN 7-10... - Page 59 Wing ....... . 4-7 DR12x2 Row Hopper Planter OM-EN Index-i...
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