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  • Page 2 IDENTIFICATION Dealer: Owner: Firm / Farm: City: State: No. of the Certificate of Guarantee: Serial / No.: Date: Invoice No.: Product: Notes:...
  • Page 3 Introduction PST PLUS planter is especially designed to perform no-till or conventional planting of corn, soybean, rice, peanut, cotton with or without linter, sorghum and others with superior quality. Quick and versatile adjustments/operations, as well as quick and versatile safety aspects, which will provide a higher efficiency and a longer lifetime.
  • Page 4 Safety fuse of the transmission Fertilizer table Practical test for seeds and fertilizer distribution Auxiliary calculation for fertilizer distribution Oscillating disc blades (no-till) Furrow opening and fertilizer position on the soil Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 5 Seed dosing system for mechanical machines Components and assembly 2. Working preparation TITANIUM standard and optional seed plates 3. Maintenance 69 & 70 Main technologies Graphite powder use 4. Important 5. Notes PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 6 NOTE which the original purchaser thereof at retail has used or allowed to be used parts, not made or supplied by Marchesan S/A. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 7 • The instructions under this symbol refers to the safety of the operator or third parties, therefore they should be carefully read and observed. PST PLUS planter is simple to operate, requiring however basic and essential cautions to their handling. Always keep in mind that safety requires constant attention, observation and prudence during the plantation, transport, maintenance and storage.
  • Page 8 Any contact may result in severe shocks, injuries or death. For your protection and safety, always wear adequate clothes and footwear while operating the equipment. Always use the safety locks to carry out maintenance operations and to transport the equipment. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 9 • Whenever you unhitch the equipment, either in the field or shed, do it on a flat and firm surface and use the parking stands. Make sure the equipment is properly supported. • Please check the general safety instructions on the back cover of this manual. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 10 • Check all laws and regulations regarding the height limits and load width while transporting the equipment on truck or trailer. If necessary use banners, lights and other devices in order to give adequate warning to the other drivers. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 11 Lea el manual antes de iniciar el 0 5 . 0 3 . 0 3 . 1 4 2 4 uso del equipo. When the planter is equipped with 05.03.03.1428 a row marker. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 12 0 5 . 0 3 . 0 3 . 1 9 4 2 Sticker set Model Serial number Serial number Serial number PST PLUS sticker 05.03.03.3854 05.03.03.3853 05.03.03.3866 Hopper logo Lateral logo PST PLUS sticker (5, 7 and 8 row units).
  • Page 13 07 - Fertilizer hopper 08 - Seed row unit 09 - Seed hopper 10 - Ladder 11 - Mechanical row marker 12 - Transmission set 13 - Disc blade 14 - Hitch pin PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 14 549 kh/ha using a 1" coil pitch auger (optional). • Tires: 6.50 x 16 - 10L (60 PSI). • * The total width is measured being the mechanical row marker in transport position. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 15 Then, assemble the parts found in the components box according to the instructions: Place the tractor hitch (D) using a pin (E) and cotter pin. Fasten the hose support (F) to the drawbar using a clamp (G), spring washers and nuts. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 16 (B and C) and lock pins. The tractor hitch (D) has a device to lock it in an horizontal position to facilitate the hitching to the tractor. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 17 (B) and fasten it using pins (C and D) and lock pin. The components that were removed from the drawbar must remain near NOTE the equipment and in a place that is easy to access. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 18 Assembly Hydraulic circuit (5, 7 or 8 row units) Item Description Quantity 3/8 x 3600 TR-TM hose Pressure 3/8 x 3600 TR-TM hose Return Male quick coupler 1/2 Npt w/ lid Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 19 • Be careful if people or animals are near the working range of the marker discs. • See instructions to adjust the steel cable and the chains of the row markers on page 23. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 20 Fertilizer position: On the same row and below the seeds. Keep the fertilizer separated (below) from the seeds in order to not NOTE compromise germination. Minimum spacing between the row units: 450 mm. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 21 (F) and leave it facing the threaded stud of the quick lock (G). If the adjuster gets loose, fasten the thread until it tighten properly. Overtightening it may break the quick locking and disc locking. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 22 Assembly Row unit assembly (rear part) After assembling the rear part of the row unit, lock the depth control (A) using bolts (B), spring washers and nuts. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 23 . There are two hoses to raise or lower the planter and two to activate the row marker cylinders. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 24 Setting the planter to transport position After hitching the planter, totally lift the row units by activating the hydraulic cylinder. Lift the jack (B), according to the illustration. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 25 For example: - when just one marker is running. After operating the planter for a couple seasons this adjustment may be necessary, or when the steel cable lenghtening occurs. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 26 Place the chain in the sprockets again. Release the lever by loosening the chain tightener pin. NOTE Always turn the driven shaft to the clockwise direction. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 27 Working preparation Spacing between row units PST PLUS planter leaves the factory with a minimum row spacing according to the requested number of row units, allowing a possibility of other spacings if the crop needs it. Positioning the row units in the frame...
  • Page 28 Check all possible spacings below and follow the instructions on page 25. Frame Number of row units Spacings 650, 700, 760, 800, 850 e 900 500, 550 e 600 750 - 800 900, 950 e 1000 700, 750 e 800 Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 29 Activate the hydraulic cylinder to lower the equipment. Check if the planter is properly supported to avoid accidents. The following instructions are necessary when placing or removing any row unit in the equipment. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 30 Relieve the control valve pressure and follow the instructions below: 1) Loosen the bolts (A) and fixation nuts of the springs, wheelsets, clutches, levers, disc blades and fertilizer rows, so it is possible to displace these components in the frame. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 31 2) Remove the inner cotter pin (B) from the hexagonal axle that activates the row units. 3) Loosen the bearing (D) bolts (C). 4) Remove the hexagonal axle (s) (E) that activates the seed row units. 5) Loosen the fertilizer hoses (F). PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 32 • The tightening of the bearings that fasten the hexagonal axle should be done in the end. • Check the correct alignment of the chains (clutches/wheelsets). Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 33 Fill up the planter hopper, repeat the previous procedure and write down the traveled distance. Calculation: Filled distance – Empty distance x 100 Empty distance The tires must have the same design, same inflation and same adjustment NOTE of springs over the wheelset arms. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 34 NOTE • Do not transit with load excess over the planter. Ideal working speed PST PLUS planter works with higher efficiency from 5 to 7 Km/h. When planting corn, operate on a speed range from 5 to 5.5 km/h. NOTE It is necessary to keep a constant speed during the whole job.
  • Page 35 • To use a plate that has a thickness of 5.5 mm, place a false ring of 3 • Do not put a false ring if a plate that has 8.5 mm of thickness is used. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 36 For planting sorghum, it is necessary to use special pulleys, so that they enter in the holes and execute their function. For the soybean plate that features a double row of holes, it is necessary to use the double rocker arm (with two pulleys). Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 37 Therefore, it is always indispensable to make the practical distribution tests, as indicated on page 41. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 38                                Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 39 = 20) and divide by the amount of holes (seed plate on the table = 24). Calculation: 2.23 x 20 = 44.6 = 1.86 seeds per linear meter. Answer: Using a seed plate with 20 holes, 1.86 seeds per linear meter will be distributed (26x38 combination). PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 40 Therefore, it is always indispensable to make the practical distribution tests, as indicated on page 41. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 41 Safety fuse of the transmission To protect the seed and fertilizer system, the planter has safety fuses on the drive shafts and hexagonal shafts. Whenever necessary, replace for an original one. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 42 Adjustments and operations Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 43 • When there is a change in the batch of seeds as well as in the fertilizer manufacturer, everything must be assessed again. • It is important to assess all adjustments again after the first day of work. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 44 X = ? X = 1,125 grams in 50 meters in each row unit. Adjust the equipment to distribute the found amount or the best approximation in the delimited space for the test. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 45 The furrow opening for the fertilizer placement can be made by the unaligned double discs or scarifier spindle. Unaligned double discs These discs feature flexible and adjustable internal scrapers to remove earth that accumulate in their internal side. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 46 . The ideal is to deposit the fertilizer twice as much of the seed depth. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 47 T h e d e p t h g a u g e w h e e l s p o s s e s s NOTE independent lateral and vertical oscillation to follow the differences of the ground ondulation. 0.5 cm 1 cm PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 48 While adjusting the press wheels it is important to consider the soil type, NOTE seed type and depth of planting to not affect the plants emergence. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 49 • Always use the same inflation in the tires. NOTE • Always use tires that have the same design and width to start planting. • If necessary, put 3/4 of water in the tires and keep the same inflation. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 50 The service platform is antiskid and wide to facilitate maintenance and to fill up the planter. It is fastened to the planter frame using bolts (B) to offer a greater safety. NOTE The platform (A) should only be used to fill up the planter. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 51 In order to do so, activate the lever (A) in the lateral of the frame (rear part of the planter) to turn off the clutches. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 52 So: A + B = C 800 + 500 = 1,300 mm C = 1,300 mm This is the distance between the center of the first row and the marker disc lowered to the soil. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 53 PLANTER, ESPECIALLY IN THE ROW MARKER ACTION AREA. Working angle The marker discs feature angle adjustment to facilitate the soil opening. In order to do so, loosen the nut and adjust as necessary. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 54 • For adjustment and verification of the cutting parts (row units) of the equipment, it is necessary to disconnect the clutches to avoid wastes. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 55 Corn (Black) 28 holes 15 mm 4 mm 05.03.01.6213 Ring for corn with recess of 1 1 mm 05.03.01.6215 mm (Green) Ring for corn with recess 2 mm 2 mm 05.03.01.6216 PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 56 3/8 X 2900 TR-TC hose Return 3/8 X 2600 TR-TC hose 02 Pressure 3/8 X 4000 TC-TM hose Return 3/8 X 4000 TC-TM hose 01 Pressure Male quick coupler 1/2 NPT Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 57 The bolt (B) adjusts the pressure on the rod spring. To assemble the rod (A), fasten it on the arm of the fertilizer row (C) using bolts (D), flat washers and nuts. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 58 If the fertilizer row is assembled with the right curvy fertilizer tube, the NOTE covering wheel set must be right. If the fertilizer tube used is the left one, the covering wheel set must be left. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 59 For a bigger commodity, we recommend installing the control panel (A) in the tractor cab, thus facilitating the clutch reset. Clutch electronic reset Two-way connector Fuse Four-way connector Two-way connector CEAC electronic circuit PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 60 • Informs the plantation speed; • Allows the plantation at night with total precision, raising the planter income. For more information, consult the PM 100 manual or search for a local NOTE representative. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 61 Special attention should be given to the lubricant intervals on the ATTENTION different points of the planter. Lubricate every 10 working hours ATTENTION Lubricate the points shown above and all grease fittings as well. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 62 Maintenance Lubricate every 10 working hours ATTENTION Lubricate the points shown above and all grease fittings as well. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 63 Maintenance Lubricate every 50 working hours ATTENTION Lubricate the points shown above and all grease fittings as well. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 64 'lubrication' page, avoiding future problems. • To improve the fertilizer dropping, use the fertilizer tube (I) when necessary. NOTE Remove the grease fitting (H) if it is necessary to replace the auger. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 65 • The hubs with tapered roller bearings fastened by castle nut and cotter pin allow the adjustment of the inner clearance; excessive tightening should be avoided. The hubs should rotate with the hand applying a small effort. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 66 Then, remove the chain (B) that are locked in the wheel and also remove the wheelset axle lock (C) to let the tire free. Check if the planter is properly supported in order to avoid accidents. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 67 1.1/2” 650 Ft. Lbs. 730 Ft. Lbs. 1450 Ft. Lbs. 1650 Ft. Lbs. 2307 Ft. Lbs. 2670 Ft. Lbs. GRADE 2 GRADE 3 GRADE 8 No Marks. 3 Marks. 6 Marks. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 68 Titanium Apollo Titanium Apollo Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 69 Components and assembly Weight reducer Brush flow Neck Anti leap Flex brush View Base Seed plate seat PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 70 CORN 27 holes 05.03.01.8482 BEAN (MEDIUM) 70 holes 05.03.01.8468 SOYBEAN 80 holes 05.03.01.8483 BEET / ONION 32 holes 05.03.01.8496 SORGHUM 32 holes 05.03.01.8159 PEANUT 32 holes 05.03.01.8497 CANOLA 80 holes 05.03.01.8498 Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 71 This system drastically reduces the possibility of mechanical damages (breaks, cracks and others) in the seeds and also raise the chances of the seeds to remain organized in the seed plate holes. PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 72 1/2 bag filled with seeds on a plastic bag (fertilizer bag, for example) and shaking to assure that all seeds will be equally lubricated. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...
  • Page 73 Av. Marchesan, 1979 - P.O. Box 131 - Zip Code 15994-900 - Matão - SP - Brazil Telephone 55.16.3382.8282 - Fax 55.16.3382.3316 Sales 55.16.3382.1009 - Parts 55.16.3382.8297 - Exportation 55.16.3382.1003 e-mail: tatu@marchesan.com.br www.marchesan.com.br PST PLUS Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 74 Notes Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. PST PLUS...