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05/06/23
Revision 3
Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2
Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P1

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  • Page 1 05/06/23 Revision 3 Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Index Section Page E.C. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY UKCA. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY General Information Technical Data Intended Use Unintended Use Machine Identification Warranty Safety Safety Warning Decals Emergency Stop Instructions Storage PVC Waterproof Covers Disposal General Maintenance Before Use Daily Checks After Each Use Installation Guide Base Plate...
  • Page 3 Index Section Page 11.0 Hopper Emptying Procedure 12.0 Clearing A Feed Hose Blockage 13.0 Checking The Feed Motor 14.0 VS-2 Control System 14.1 VS-2 Overview 14.2 VS-2 Control System Options 14.3 VS-2 Control System Operation 14.4 Cab Control Panel 14.5 Machine Junction Box 15.0 Electrical Components...
  • Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity

    Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P4...
  • Page 5: Ukca. Declaration Of Conformity

    Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P5...
  • Page 6: General Information

    Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are accurate at the time of this publication but may be subject to change. This manual is correct at the time of printing but Stocks Ag reserve the right to change and improve them. This machine is designed with safety in mind. Maintenance and servicing in accordance with this manual will ensure safe operation and reliability of your machine for many years.
  • Page 7: Machine Identification

    1.4 Machine Identification The machine can be identified by the serial number decal mounted on the steel chassis to the left of the feed cassette. 1.5 Warranty We provide a 12 month warranty from the date of invoice (the invoice for the machine will serve as a warranty certificate).
  • Page 8: Safety

    If in doubt contact the vehicle manufacturer for more information. After working the machine ensure that any unused product is returned safely to its original packaging. Stocks Ag Ltd. does not accept any liability for the storage and use of the material being applied.
  • Page 9: Safety Warning Decals

    2.1 Safety Warning Decals Important : Be aware of the safety warning below which are all relevant to this machine WARNING! Read and understand the Operators Manual instructions before operating this machine. Operator errors can result in serious injury. WARNING! Danger due to thrown or flying objects.
  • Page 10: Emergency Stop Instructions

    400L Waterproof PVC Cover Part No. TJ400COVER Heavy Duty white PVC covers Fitted with eyelets and bungie cord for easy attachment. Please contact your local Stocks Ag dealer for more information. 6.0 Disposal Ensure that any persons handling the machine are aware that the machine may have been used to apply toxic chemicals and so the appropriate personal protection equipment should be worn.
  • Page 11: General Maintenance

    7.0 General Maintenance Ensure the parent machine is stationary and parked on level ground before working on the machine. The machine must be checked regularly by the operator for any damage, loose bolts or electrical connections, vibrations, unusual sounds and to ensure they function correctly. WARNING! Always ensure the power supply is disconnected before any maintenance work or cleaning of this machine by unplugging the power cable or removing the fuse in the power...
  • Page 12: Installation Guide

    8.0 Installation Guide The Turbo Jet can be used for a wide variety of seeding applications in conjunction with a wide variety of parent implements. It is not practical to supply tailored mounting brackets for every implement on the market, and so the final attachment of the Turbo Jet to the implement is the responsibility of the supplying dealer or end user.
  • Page 13: Spreader Plates

    8.2 Spreader Plates The machines have 8 or 10 outlet tubes, feed hoses can be split with the black “ Y” connectors provided, to give 16 or 20 spreader plates. Depending on the implement width and if you require a broadcast or band sown effect, use as many outlets as required, with or without the spreaders.
  • Page 14: Machine Components

    The 6m instrument lead connects to the junction box of the Turbo Jet, and runs to the control panel in the tractor cab. NOTE: Extension power and instrument cables available if required. Please contact your local Stocks Ag dealer for more information. Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P14...
  • Page 15: Inspection

    10.0 Inspection 10.1 12v Fan Inspection WARNING! Always isolate the power before inspecting or servicing the machine. To inspect the fan unit undo the two over-centre catches and hinge up the guard as shown below. Use an air line and brush to clean the fan blades regularly to maintain performance and prevent eccentric running. Always check the fan air intakes are clean and free from debris.
  • Page 16: Hopper Emptying Procedure

    For any parts or if no faults found and the alarm persists contact your local Stocks Ag dealer. Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P16...
  • Page 17: Control System

    3. Hopper Level Sensor - alarms to warn the operator if the hopper contents are getting low. Please contact your local Stocks Ag dealer for more details. Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P17...
  • Page 18: Control System Operation

    14.3 Control System Operation 14.4 Cab Control Panel A) Left Hand Toggle Switch. Feed Motor ON (“I”) Lower position, OFF (“O”) Middle position, Calibration - forward speed (“C”) Upper position). B) Middle Toggle Switch. Main Power ON (“I”) Lower position, OFF (“O”) Upper position. Power remains connected (in standby mode with slow pulsed LED) until main power cables are disconnected.
  • Page 19: Electrical Components

    15.0 Electrical Components Cab control panel Hopper level sensor connection Junction box (machine mounted) Agitator motor connection Control cable connection Feed motor connection GPS sensor connection 6m Control extension cable (not shown) Cut out switch connection 5m Fused power cable (not shown) Power cable connection 5m Power cable extension (not shown) 12v Fan connection...
  • Page 20: Cut Out Switch

    This optional hopper level sensor is available which is usually factory fitted but can be retro-fitted if required. The alarm will sound once the product in hopper drops below the level of the sensor For more information please contact your local Stocks Ag dealer. Recommended if the hopper is not in full view of the...
  • Page 21: Feed Motor Settings

    16.0 Feed Motor Settings & Speeds (RPM) LOW RANGE MID RANGE HIGH RANGE Settings 1 - 12 Settings 13 -24 Settings 25-36 Dial setting Speed RPM Dial setting Speed RPM Dial setting Speed RPM 1 (13) 24.48 1 (25) 42.96 7.54 2 (14) 26.02...
  • Page 22 16.2 Calculate What You Need Use the following formula for all products and where possible always use the estimated in field speed in the equation and when in the field. This will establish how much product will need to be collected in the calibration tray during a 1 minute catch test.
  • Page 23: Calibration Procedure

    16.4 VS-2 Calibration Procedure NOTE: When calibrating for a new application rate, or a new forward field speed, disconnect the main power cable to the Turbo Jet for at least 10 seconds. This cancels the memory of previous calibrations and re-sets the system, to allow new settings to be used.
  • Page 24 16.6 GPS Installation Guidelines The GPS is best mounted with an unobstructed hemispheric view of sky, to ensure that GPS satellites are not masked by parts of the machine or parent vehicle. Mount as far away from any equipment that may cause electromagnetic interference as possible.
  • Page 25: Feed Block Assembly Guide

    It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure the feed block assembly is suitable for the product being applied. NOTE: before applying very fine seeds or product please contact your local dealer or Stocks Ag direct to ensure the machine is suitable. Failure to do so could invalidate your warranty.
  • Page 26: Feed Block Assemblies

    It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure the feed block assembly is suitable for the product being applied. NOTE: Before applying very fine seeds or product please contact your local dealer or Stocks Ag directly to ensure the machine is suitable. Failure to do so could invalidate your warranty.
  • Page 27: Turbo Jet Parts (Diagram)

    19.0 Turbo Jet Parts Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P27...
  • Page 28: Turbo Jet Parts List

    19.1 Turbo Jet Part Numbers Item Part No. Description Qty. Remarks TJ400A Chassis (8 outlet) TJ400B Chassis (10 outlet) TJ422 Base Plate (8 & 10 outlet) TJ425A Fan Guard (8 outlet) TJ425B Fan Guard (10 outlet) TJ418 Motor Guard (8 outlet) TJ459 Motor Guard (10 outlet) TJ429...
  • Page 29: Turbo Jet Parts List

    20.2 Turbo Jet Part Numbers Cont Item Part No. Description Qty. Remarks TJ137 Coupler TJ131 4mm Allen Key TJ416 Cassette Mounting Plate TJ128 Hopper Lid TJ129 Neck Ring TJ130 PVC Calibration Tray FJ033A M8 Fem Knob GRO03 Rubber Grommet TJ053 Rubber Washer TJ054 Rubber Washer...
  • Page 30: Turbo Jet Parts List

    20.3 Turbo Jet Part Numbers Cont Item Part No. Description Qty. Remarks M8-012 M8 Penny Washer M10-001 M10x16 Bolt M4-004 M4 Lock Nut M10-016 M10 Flat Washer M10-024 M10 Lock Nut M12-003 M12x35 Bolt M12-008 M12 Flat Washer M12-014 M12 Lock Nut M4-001 M4x6 Socket Head Setscrew M4-006...
  • Page 31: Feed Roller Kit Parts (Diagram)

    20.0 Seed Feed Roller Kit Parts Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P31...
  • Page 32: Feed Roller Kits Parts List

    20.1 Seed Feed Roller Kits Part Numbers Item Part No. Description Qty. Remarks TJ195A 8 Outlet 5mm Small Seed Feed Roller Kit : TJ199 Stainless Steel Shim TJ200 5mm Small Seed Roll (White) TJ201 5mm Small Seed Roll (Yellow) TJ203 24.6mm Spacer TJ204 13.5mm Spacer...
  • Page 33: Feed Roller Kits Parts List

    20.2 Feed Roller Kits Part Numbers Cont Item Part No. Description Qty. Remarks TJ197C 10 Outlet 5mm Small Seed Feed Roller Kit : TJ199 Stainless Steel Shim TJ200 5mm Small Seed Roll (White) TJ201 5mm Small Seed Roll (Yellow) TJ210 18mm Spacer TJ205 5mm Spacer...
  • Page 34 Notes Turbo Jet 8 & 10 VS-2 Operating Manual & Parts List P34...

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