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  • Page 1 Disc Harrow Disc Seeder DHDS Series Operator’s Manual Rel. 05/24...
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  • Page 3 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder TO THE DEALER: Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Tar River dealer. Read manual in- structions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder 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

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Introduction Thank you for purchasing your DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder. The DHDS is a durable disc harrow with seeder. It is equipped with 7 disc heads in the front and back, which efficiently cuts and pulverizes the soil, creating an ideal seedbed for optimal germination.

  • Page 6: Safety

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder 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

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder 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. De- signers 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

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder 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

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

  • Page 10: Highway And Transport Operations

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder 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 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder 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: Operating Instructions

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Assembly Operating Instructions Before beginning work: Be sure all the seed cups completely close and open the same, so all cups are putting out the exact amount • of seed. If they are not in sync, one cup will put out more than others. Ensure when completely closed, the seeding gears are not protruding from the outside the cup.
  • Page 13 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Assembly Operating Instructions Seeding/Fertilizing rate adjustment handle: Locking knob To adjust the seed/fertilizer rate, loosen the Locking Knob before attempting to adjust the feed rate. Note that the Locking Knob sits in a groove on the Adjustment Handle.
  • Page 14 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Assembly Operating Instructions Before adjusting the seed rate, return the rate on the Scale to zero by cranking the Adjustment Handle, then check and make sure all Scale Locking knob seeding/fertilizing wheels are fully closed on all seeding/ fertilizing boxes.
  • Page 15 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Assembly Operating Instructions Seed cup shutoff: Depending on the crop being planted, it may be necessary to not disburse from all of the seed cups. This is eas- ily done by simply sliding the “Seed shut off flap” in and out. Closed Closed Open...

  • Page 16: Lubrication And Maintenance

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Lubrication and Maintenance Important: It is important to thoroughly clean the seeder after use. Failure to do so can cause irreparable dam- age to the seed cups and drive system. Grease and turn the Seed adjustment handle to ensure grease lubricates the threads.

  • Page 17: Setting Application Rates

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Setting Application Rates The most accurate way to set application rates is to drive a predetermined distance and physically catch the seeds dispensed. To do this, remove at least one drop hose and tie a plastic bag onto bottom of seed cup.
  • Page 18 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Application Rate Charts LARGE SEED CUP 11-26 Gear Ratio Cup Setting Chufa Oats Wheat Lawn Mixtures Fescue Pelletized Lime Shut off every other seed cup Sunflower 15” row Soybeans 15” row Shut off ever 2 other seed cups Corn 22.5”...
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  • Page 20: Torque Specifications

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder 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.

  • Page 21: Parts Breakdown

    Disc Harrow Disc Seeder DHDS Series Parts Manual Rel. 05/24...
  • Page 22 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Hopper Assembly Note 1 Note 2 LH (rear) RH (front) Front cup box Rear cup box Note: The Rate adjustment plates are not the same. LH Note: Front and rear seed cup boxes can be identified plate faces the rear of the machine.
  • Page 23 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Hopper Assembly Item Part # Description Qty. SA1003-55 Hopper complete SA1001-55 Hopper lid SA1004 Hopper end plate, LH SA1005 Hopper end plate, RH DL5003 Lid piston DL7001-L Seed cup distribution box complete large seed DL7006 Seed cup funnel SA9005 Tube wire clamps...
  • Page 24 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Hopper Assembly...
  • Page 25 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Hopper Assembly Item Part # Description Qty. DL5006 Handle, clean out SA4056 Clean out rod DL5007 Spring, clean out CP3x70 Cotter pin M3x70 SA8009 Plastic washer, agitator handle MH20000 Manual holder SA9009 Mount, agitator SA9007 Bushing, agitator BM0812530 Bolt HH M08-1.25x30...
  • Page 26 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Frame Assembly Frame-Roller Assembly...
  • Page 27 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Frame-Roller Assembly Item Part # Description Qty. DHDS10000 Main frame DHDS10001 Mast weldment DHDS10002 Brace, mast DHDS10003 Shaft, 5/8” hex drive DHDS10004 Distribution panel DHDS10005 Roller chain shield DHDS10006 Tube, lift DHDS10007 Roller assembly DHDS10008 Plate, side RH DHDS10009 Plate, side LH...
  • Page 28 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Frame Assembly Disc Assembly...
  • Page 29 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Disc Assembly Item Part # Description Qty. BS7/8-9x2-1/2 Bolt HH 7/8-9x2-1/2 DHDS10022 Cap, axle DHDS10023 Blade, notched DHDS10024 Spool, short NS1/2-13 Nut HH 1/2-13 DHDS10025 Bearing DHDS10026 Hanger BS1/2-13x1-1/2 Bolt HH 1/2-13x1-1/2 Gr. 5 DHDS10027 U-bolt 3”...
  • Page 30 Decal Warning, “Do not open” RT1004D Decal Warning, “To prevent serious injury or death” Decal Gear Ratio “12-40” RT1016 Decal Logo, “Tar River Implements” Decal Gear Ratio “11-26” Decal1013 Decal Logo, “Tar River Mfg” D1309 Decal “Assembled in the USA”...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY Belco Resources Equipment warrants to the original purchaser of any new piece of machinery from Belco Re- sources Equipment, purchased from an authorized Belco Resources Equipment dealer, that the equipment be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year for non-commercial, state, and mu- nicipalities’...
  • Page 32 DHDS Disc Harrow Disc Seeder 401 Jeffreys Road Tel: 252-822-7140 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Fax: 252-787-5855 www.tarrivermfg.com Sales@tarrivermfg.com...

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