Tar River Implements DRL-048 Operator's Manual

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Crop Seeder
DRL-048 & 072
Operator's Manual
Rev. 01/25

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  • Page 1 Crop Seeder DRL-048 & 072 Operator’s Manual Rev. 01/25...
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  • Page 3 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder TO THE DEALER: Part 1 of 2 Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Belco Resources Dealer. Read man- ual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery List and Owners Check List in the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.
  • Page 5 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder TO THE DEALER: Part 2 of 2 Dealer is to review the following items to the owner. Place a check mark in the box beside each item reviewed. Checklist - Owner Correct attachment of machine to tractor...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Table of Contents Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Technical Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Safety …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 Safety Signal Words ……………………………………………………………………………………. 8 General Safety Guidelines ……………………………………………………………………………… 9 Safety Decal Care ………………………………………………………………………………………. 9 Before Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 During Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 11 Highway And Transport Operations ……………………………………………………………………...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Introduction Thank you for purchasing your DRL Crop Seeder. The DRL Crop Seeder designed to be used in prepared seeding conditions. It is not intended as a No-Till Drill. It is important to properly maintain and keep in place all safety guards and shields that came with you machine.
  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 9: General Safety Guidelines

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 10: Before Operation

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 11: During Operation

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 feeder. • If using a towing unit, securely attach feeder by using a hardened 3/4” pin, a metal retainer, and safety •...
  • Page 12: Highway And Transport Operations

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 unit can result.
  • Page 13 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 14: Assembly

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Assembly Step 1: Support the frame a few feet above the floor with blocks or a Tar River Implement handler. DRL-072 Align the double disc openers to the proper 7.00” spac- ing. It is easier to begin mounting the “U” bolts that hold that hold the Double Disc Assembly on one end and align the nest one on the same bar 14.00”...
  • Page 15 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Assembly Step 3: Separate the hoses which come with the machine. The 5 longer hoses are to be installed from the front seed cups to the rear double disc openers. The longer hoses are darkened in the illustration for clarity.
  • Page 16 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Assembly Step 6: Install the cage roller on both arms. Ensure grease fitting is to the outside. Secure in place with nuts and cotter pins. Step 7: Attach the packer wheel arm. Step 8: Attach and install the roller adjust- ment rod.
  • Page 17 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Assembly Step 11: Lightly push seed box forward to tighten the chain. Use an Allen wrench to tighten the drive sprocket after ensuring the chain is straight. Install chain shield. Step 12: Install back bracket bolt Step 12b: Install step board.
  • Page 18: Operating Instructions

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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.
  • Page 19: Seeding/Fertilizing Rate Adjustment Handle

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Assembly Operating Instructions Seeding/Fertilizing rate adjustment handle: To adjust the fertilizer rate, you will need to adjust hand wheels (on each side of hopper). The seed/fertilize rate depends on the seed/fertilizer you want to plant, please refer to your seed/ fertilizer supplier’s chart to get Locking knob the proper seed/fertilize rate.
  • Page 20: Seed Cup Shutoff

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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.
  • Page 21: Lubrication And Maintenance

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 22: Application Rate/Seed Charts

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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 23: Parts Breakdown

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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”...
  • Page 24: Torque Specifications

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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.
  • Page 25: Parts Manual

    Crop Seeder DRL-048 & 072 Parts Manual Rev. 01/25...
  • Page 26: Hopper Assembly

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Hopper Assembly 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. The RH plate faces by examining the shafts.
  • Page 27 Right Chain- Hopper- 12/40 Sprocket DL3004A Left Chain- Hopper- 11/26 Sprocket DL1005 Flange assembly w/bearing DL7008 Waste tube DL7000-48 Hex seed box shaft; DRL-048 DL7000-72 Hex seed box shaft; DRL-072 BM061012 Bolt M06x1.0x12 DL2003 Drive sprocket Z40 DL2006 Drive sprocket Z26...
  • Page 28 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Hopper Assembly 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. The RH plate faces by examining the shafts.
  • Page 29 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Hopper Assembly Hopper Assembly Item Part # Description Qty. SA4014 Shaft guide, seed cup - spiral spline SA4015 Shaft guide retainer, seed cup SA4021 Sheet metal screw SA4019 Clevis, composite M10x60 CP2.5x20 Cotter pin M2x22 SA8009...
  • Page 30: Frame Assembly

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Frame Assembly *NOTE: Prior to ordering Items 19 and/or 20, check your version. See below. Important: When replacing the discs, it is extremely important to remember that the left disc hub has reverse (LH) threads. The right disc hub has normal (RH) threads. If...
  • Page 31 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Frame Assembly Frame Assembly Item Part # Description Qty. DL4001-48 Frame; DRL-048 DL4001-72 Frame; DRL-072 DL10001-48 Step board; DRL-048 DL10001-72 Step board; DRL-072 DL6002 U-bolt FW12 Flat washer M12 LW12 Lock washer M12 NM12175 Nut M12 x 1.75...
  • Page 32 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Frame Assembly *NOTE: Prior to ordering Items 19 and/or 20, check your version. Important: When replacing the discs, it is extremely important to remember that the left disc hub has reverse (LH) threads. The right disc hub has normal (RH) threads. If...
  • Page 33 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Frame Assembly Item Part # Description Qty. BM0812520 Bolt M8-1.25x20 FNM08125 Flanged nut M8-1.25 SA6011 Scraper mount bracket SA4043 Deflector SA4044 Sheet metal screw M4x40 SA4045 Spring retainer BM0812516 Bolt HH M8-1.25x16 BM061020 Bolt HH M6-1.0x20...
  • Page 34: Roller Assembly

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Roller Assembly...
  • Page 35 Lock washer M8 BM0812550 Bolt HH M8-1.25 x 50, full thread Full LFW08 Large flat washer M8 DL11012 Flap, 7.25” (DRL-048; 6 pcs / DRL-072; 1 pc) DL11012A Flap, 8.25” (DRL-072; 7 pcs) DL11009 Flap spring DL11001 Downforce springs, cultipacker...
  • Page 36 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Roller Assembly NOTE 1: The spindle on the Version ‘A’ roller is welded to the roller cage and can not be replaced. The Version ‘B’ spindle inserts in to the end of the roller cage and is held on with a bolt and nut. If for any reason the Version ‘A’...
  • Page 37 Cotter pin - M12 x 20 BM081010 Bolt HH M8-1.00 x 10 EP309-0102 Grease fitting M6-1.00 SA4050 Cap, roller arm SA4052 Scraper board complete - DRL-048 SA4053 Scraper board complete - DRL-072 SA4066 Roller spindle BM101550 Bolt HH M10-1.50 LNM1015...
  • Page 38 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Decals...
  • Page 39 Decal Warning, “Falling off tractor” RT1005 Decal Warning, “To prevent serious injury or death” D1340S Small metal laser cut “Tar River Implements 5.50” x 23.50” D1004 Decal Warning, “Chemicals” (Note: see LH inside of hopper lid) D1337F Decal “Front Hopper DRL” (Note: see RH inside of hopper lid) D1337R Decal “Rear Hopper DRL”...
  • Page 40 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop Seeder Decals 5 - D1337F - Qty. 1 5A - D1337R - Qty. 1 8 - Qty. 1 10 - QTY. 1 6 - RT1004E - Qty. 2 7 - RT1004D - Qty. 2 11 - RT1013 - Qty. 1 13 - D1305 - Qty.
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  • Page 42: Limited Warranty

    DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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’...
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  • Page 44 DRL-048, DRL-072 Crop 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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