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Belco GREENSCAPE 600 Operator's Manual

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GREENSCAPE 600 & 840
Conservation Seeder
Operator's Manual
Rev. 04/23

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  • Page 1 GREENSCAPE 600 & 840 Conservation Seeder Operator’s Manual Rev. 04/23...
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  • Page 3 Resources dealer has trained mechanics, genuine Belco Resources service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to handle all your needs. Use only genuine Belco Resources service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards required for safe and satisfactory operation.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Table of Contents Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5 Technical Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5 Safety …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6 Safety Signal Words ……………………………………………………………………………………. 6 General Safety Guidelines ……………………………………………………………………………… 7 Safety Decal Care ………………………………………………………………………………………. 7 Before Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 During Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 Highway And Transport Operations ……………………………………………………………………...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Heavy tubular frame construction • Ground driven, no PTO or gearbox to maintain • Precise seed metering cups with individual clean out gates • Greenscape 600 Greenscape 840 Hitch Cat. 1 & 2 Cat. 1 & 2 Horse power (min.)

  • Page 6: Safety

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Important Safety Information Safety It is important that you read the entire manual and to become familiar with this product before you begin using it. This product is designed for certain applications only. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for issues arising from modification.

  • Page 7: General Safety Guidelines

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Important Safety Information General Safety Guidelines Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However, every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment.

  • Page 8: Before Operation

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Important Safety Information How to install Safety Signs: Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry. • Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper. • Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper. •...

  • Page 9: During Operation

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Important Safety Information During Operation Children should not be allowed on the product. • Clear the area of small children and bystanders before moving the feeder. • If using a towing unit, securely attach feeder by using a hardened 3/4” pin, a metal retainer, and safety •...

  • Page 10: Highway And Transport Operations

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Important Safety Information Highway and Transport Operations Adopt safe driving practices. • Keep the brake pedals latched together at all times. Never use independent braking with machine in tow • as loss of control and/or upset of machine can result. Always drive at a safe speed relative to local conditions and ensure that your speed is low enough for an •...
  • Page 11 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Important Safety Information Highway and Transport Operations Maneuver the tractor or towing vehicle at safe speeds. • Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles. Contact with overhead lines could cause serious injury or death. • Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes, they can be dangerous for equipment operation or movement.

  • Page 12: Attaching To Tractor

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Attaching to Tractor Warning: When attaching the Conservation Seeder, Never allow anyone to stand between the Conservation Seeder and the tractor. Serious injury or death can occur! Attaching the Conservation Seeder Back up the tractor to the Conservation Seeder, while lining up the lower tractor links to the Conservation •...

  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Operating Instructions The Greenscape Conservation Seeder is a multi-task landscape machine. It can be used for primary seeding, over seeding, applying fertilizer or lime, aerating and dethatching. If conditions are such that multiple passes are needed before application of seed; you can disengage seed box Rotate the pin 90 degrees and release.

  • Page 14: Calibration Adjustments & Rates

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Calibration Adjustments & Rates The tables and rate charts in this manual are for guidelines only. They are designed to be an aid as a starting point. You must do your own calibration; as many factors cause rates to change. Variations in seed/granular size, density, moisture, seed treatment, and the amount of machine overlap will affect the final application rate.

  • Page 15: Seed Rate Adjustment Proceedure

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Seed Rate Adjustment Procedure Large Grass Seed Hopper: To increase the seed rate, turn the knob on the right end of the hopper Counterclockwise. Refer to the indicator reading on the square seed shaft and find the corresponding number on the calibration chart 2 to assure your new rate.
  • Page 16 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Seed Rate Adjustment Procedure Also, the transmission sprockets for the large boxes are equipped with disengaging pins. This allows the opera- tor to disengage either the front box, center box or, if equipped, the combination of both center and rear small boxes.

  • Page 17: Calibration Charts

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Calibration Charts Calibration Chart Large Seed Hopper Distribution rate in ‘lbs per acre’ ** Total material collected from all cups in pounds Distance Traveled in Feet ** lbs of 1000 Seed collect- 21.8 14.5 10.9 87.1 43.6...
  • Page 18 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Calibration Charts Calibration Chart - Large Hopper - Chart 2 Seed Cup Position Seed Type 1-1/4 1-1/2 1-3/4 Gate Pos. Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue Annual Rye Grass Kentucky Blue Grass Perennial Rye Grass Creeping Red Fescue Rebel III Fescue Pennington Contractor's Mix Orchard Grass...
  • Page 19 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Calibration Charts Calibration Chart - Small Hopper - Chart 4 "lbs. per acre" Flute Engagement Seed Type 3/16 1-1/8 Sorghum Kobe Lespedza Korean Lespedza Bi-Color Lespedza Brown Top Millet Japanese Millet Hybrid Pearl Millet Rape Switchgrass Calibration Chart - Native Grass Hopper - Chart 5...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Troubleshooting Caution: Turn off tractor engine, lock parking brake and remove key before servicing machine. Cause Solution Problem Loose chains Tighten idlers Machine makes a clicking or Chain stretched or damaged Replace chain popping noise Sprocket tooth damaged or Replace sprocket broken...

  • Page 21: Torque Specifications

    Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Torque Specifications Notes: This chart is an approximate estimate of torque values. Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for Metric hardware.
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  • Page 23: Parts Breakdown

    Conservation Seeder Greenscape 600 & 840 Parts Manual Rev. 04/23...
  • Page 24 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Main Frame - Greenscape 600...
  • Page 25 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Hopper Assembly Main Frame - Greenscape 600 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100669 Main frame weldment SB100704 Cultipacker assembly nylon 5' SB500136 Bolt HH 3/4-10X3 Gr. 5 SB500113 Nut, nylock 3/4-10 Gr. 5 SB100707...
  • Page 26 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Main Frame - Greenscape 600...
  • Page 27 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Hopper Assembly Main Frame - Greenscape 600 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100736 Threaded locking pin SB100744 Shaft collar 3/4" bore SB100745 Idler sprocket 50BB15Hx1/2" SB500133 Bolt carriage 1/2-13x2 Gr. 5 SB500057 Washer flat 5/8"...
  • Page 28 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Large Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 600...
  • Page 29 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Hopper Assembly Large Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 600 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100635 Large hopper w/lid assembly SB100592 Guard mounting clip SB500116 Bolt carriage 5/16-18x3/4" Gr. 2 SB500121 Nut flange 5/16-18 Gr. 2...
  • Page 30 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Precision Legume Seed Box - Greenscape 600...
  • Page 31 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Hopper Assembly Precision Legume Seed Box - Greenscape 600 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100481 Small hopper base assembly SB100711 Small seed cup assembly SB100668 Small hopper lid weldment SB100289 Universal lid mounting plate...
  • Page 32 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Frame Assembly Fertilizer Hopper - Greenscape 600...
  • Page 33 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Fertilizer Hopper - Greenscape 600 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101540 Fertilizer lid weldment 5' SB101533 Fertilizer lid weldment hopper 5' SB101543 Lid mounting plate stainless SB500120 Bolt shoulder 5/16-18 SB500163 Nut nylock 5/16-18 Gr. 2 SB500116 Bolt carriage 5/16-18x3/4"...
  • Page 34 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Native Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 600...
  • Page 35 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Native Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 600 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100687 Native grass hopper weldment SB100689 Spur gear weldment native grass SB100680 Native grass picker wheel shaft SB100691 IGUS bearing MFI1620-10 SB100690 Shaft collar 1"...
  • Page 36 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Native Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 600...
  • Page 37 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Native Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 600 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101606 Spring native grass idler SB500467 Cotter pin 1/16x1/2 SB500466 Clevis pin 1/4x1-3/8 SB100681 Native grass agitator shaft SB101470 UHMW idler block SB500221 Bolt HH 3/8-16x3 1/2 Gr.
  • Page 38 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Main Frame - Greenscape 840...
  • Page 39 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Main Frame - Greenscape 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101149 7' Main frame weldment SB101153 Pillow block bearing NAPL-208D-24 SB101146 7' Front roller weldment SB101148 7' Rear spike roller weldment SB101161 7' Torque arm weldment SB101165 7' Tine bar assembly SB100729...
  • Page 40 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Main Frame - Greenscape 840...
  • Page 41 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Main Frame - Greenscape 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101183 Torque tube inner weldment 7' SB500076 Washer lock 3/4" SB500252 Bolt HH 3/4-10x2 Gr. 5 SB101319 Small seed pan weldment 7' SB500057 Washer flat 5/8" SB100745 Idler sprocket 50BB15Hx1/2"...
  • Page 42 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Large Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 840 See Note, page 33...
  • Page 43 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Large Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101328 Large hopper weldment 7' SB100289 Universal mounting plate SB101332 Large hopper lid weldment 7' SB500120 Bolt shoulder 5/16-18 SB500163 Nut nylock 5/16-18 Gr. 2 SB500116 Bolt carriage 5/16-18x3/4"...
  • Page 44 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Precision Legume Seed Box - Greenscape 840...
  • Page 45 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Precision Legume Seed Box - Greenscape 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101325 Small hopper weldment 7' SB100289 Universal lid mounting plate SB101331 Small hopper lid weldment 7' SB500120 Shoulder bolt 5/16-18 SB500163 Nut nylock 5/16-18 Gr. 5 SB500116 Bolt carriage 5/16-18x3/4"...
  • Page 46 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Fertilizer Hopper - Greenscape 840...
  • Page 47 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Fertilizer Hopper - Greenscape 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101552 Fertilizer hopper weldment 7' SB101559 Fertilizer lid weldment 7' SB500120 Should bolt 5/16-18 SB500163 Nut nylock 5/16-18 Gr. 2 SB500116 Bolt carriage 5/16-18x3/4" Gr. 2 SB101549 Fertilizer seed cup assembly SB100691...
  • Page 48 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Fertilizer Hopper - Greenscape 840...
  • Page 49 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Fertilizer Hopper - Greenscape 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100732 Washer plastic 3/8" SB101287 Adjustment knob SB117496 Lid cable SB1000000 Feed tube SB1000001 Hose, Large Hopper 600...
  • Page 50 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Native Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 840...
  • Page 51 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Native Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101454 Native grass hopper weldment 7' SB100289 Universal mounting plate SB101332 Large hopper lid weldment 7' SB500120 Bolt shoulder 5/16-18 SB500163 Nut nylock 5/16-18 Gr. 2 SB500116 Bolt carriage 5/16-18x3/4"...
  • Page 52 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Native Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 840...
  • Page 53 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Native Grass Seed Box - Greenscape 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB101597 Decal Calibration Chart Native Grass SB500465 Winged thumb screw 1/4-20x1/2 SB101606 Spring native grass idler SB500467 Cotter pin 1/16 x 1/2 SB500466 Clevis pin 1/4 x 1-3/8 SB102123...
  • Page 54 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Corrugated Roller Assy &Opt. Scraper Greenscape 600/840...
  • Page 55 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Corrugated Roller Assy &Opt. Scraper Greenscape 600/840 Item Part # Description Qty. Qty. SB100694 5' Cultipacker frame weldment SB101168 5' Cultipacker frame weldment SB100679 5' Cultipacker roller assembly nylon SB100678 5' Cultipacker roller assembly cast iron...
  • Page 56 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Tine Bar Assembly - Greenscape 600 & 840...
  • Page 57 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Tine Bar Assembly - Greenscape 600 & 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100471 Tine bar ( Model 600) SB101166 Tine bar ( Model 840) SB100722 Coil tine SB100725 Tine bar spacer SB100724 Tine hold down SB500135 Bolt HH 3/8-16x2 1/2 Gr.
  • Page 58 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Decal Layout - Greenscape 600 & 840...
  • Page 59 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Decal Layout - Greenscape 600 & 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100759 Decal Caution SB100761 Decal “Emerge Plus” SB101529 Decal “Belco Resources Equipment” SB100764 Decal Calibration Chart 2 SB100765 Decal Calibration Chart 3...
  • Page 60 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Optional Light Kit - Greenscape 600 & 840...
  • Page 61 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Optional Light Kit - Greenscape 600 & 840 Item Part # Description Qty. 5SB101586 Light mounting bracket 5SB101740 Ag light RH 5SB500116 Bolt carriage 5/16-18x3/4" Gr. 5 5SB500121 Nut flange 5/16-18 Gr. 5 5SB500198 Bolt HH 1/4-20x1 Gr.
  • Page 62 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 Tine Bar Assembly - Greenscape 600 & 840 Item Part # Description Qty. SB100643 Seed cup housing (J.D.) AN280009 SB100642 Seed cup spacer (J.D.) M60864 SB100641 Seed cup gear (J.D.) M60865 SB101550 Fertilizer seed cup gear...

  • Page 63: Warranty

    DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES & CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Belco Resources Equipment obligation under this limited warranty, to the extent allowed by law, is in lieu of all warranties, implied or expressed, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and any liability for incidental and consequential damages with respect to the sale or use of the items warranted.
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  • Page 65 Greenscape Conservation Seeder 600 & 800 401 Jeffreys Road Tel: 252-822-7140 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Fax: 252-787-5855 www.br-equipment.com Sales@br-equipment.com...

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