BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS CP36/CP42 CONTENTS:- SECTION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY SECTION INTRODUCTION SECTION PRODUCT RECORD SHEET SECTION SAFETY NOTES SECTION DESCRIPTION SECTION CONTROLS SECTION PREPARING FOR USE SECTION OPERATING SECTION MAINTENANCE SECTION STORAGE SECTION MODIFICATIONS/ACCESSORIES SECTION NOTES SECTION PARTS LIST...
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We hereby certify that the following machinery complies with all the relevant essential Health and Safety Requirements of EEC Machinery Directive 89/392/EEC as amended And the National Laws and Regulations adopting this directive. Machine Description: CULTIPACK SEEDER Make: BLEC Serial Number: Model Number...
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SECTION 2 - INTRODUCTION MODELS CP36-CP42 We thank you for choosing a BLEC product. The reliability, efficiency and safe working of this product depends on your care, so it is important to read this instruction book before use. All BLEC equipment has been designed with careful attention directed to operators safety, therefore, it is vital that all safety precautions are carried out when working and maintaining the machinery.
SECTION 4 SAFETY NOTES BLEC CULTIPACK SEEDER MODELS CP36 CP42 SAFETY NOTES DO NOT USE THIS MACHINE BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL DO NOT ALLOW PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 16 TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT SAFETY CLOTHING/FOOTWEAR...
MODELS CP36- CP42 DESCRIPTION The BLEC range of CULTIPACK SEEDERS have been designed to mount onto Standard type power tillers or two wheel tractors, as they are sometimes known. Before fitting it is important you have the correct model seeder to suit your power Tiller.
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SECTION 6 CONTROLS BLEC CULTI PACK SEEDER MODELS CP36 CP42 CONTROLS - (See Photo 6) It is important to familiarise yourself with all of the controls. Please read the enclosed power tiller instruction manual (supplied With tiller). The seeder has been designed for the operator to either...
MODELS - CP36/CP42 ASSEMBLY The BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER unit will be assembled, lubricated and ready for work if supplied with a recommended power tiller equipped with safety devices. However, if the seeder requires fitting to a power tiller, please follow the directions below:- Step 1.
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SECTION 7 - PREPARING FOR USE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODEL: CP36 & CP42 PHOTO: 2A BEFORE FITTING THE DRUMS MAKE SURE THE AXLE TUBE IS TIGHT. ADJUST THE BOLTS IF NECESSARY. LINE UP HOLE IN AXLE TUBE WITH CAST DRUM HOLE...
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SECTION 7 - PREPARING FOR USE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 Step 2. Fitment of seeder unit to tiller. The seeder unit is attached to the jaw bracket on the tiller via a mounting bracket (black) which has a scraper bar attached to it.
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SECTION 7 - PREPARING FOR USE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 NOTES:...
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SECTION 7 - PREPARING FOR USE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS: CP36 & CP42 PHOTO: 5 SCRAPER LEAVE 6 - 10mm SERRATED CLEARANCE SCRAPER BETWEEN RINGS BOLT ADJUSTER...
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SECTION 7 - PREPARING FOR USE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 TYPE OF SEEDING SYSTEM The Cultipack seed hopper is equipped with an accurate seeding mechanism, which Consists of a stainless steel bottom with two sliding sections which have specially Shaped apertures (holes) inserted in each part.
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SECTION 7 - PREPARING FOR USE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS: CP36 & CP42 LEVER A PHOTO: 5A LEVER B...
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SECTION 7 - PREPARING FOR USE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS: CP36 & CP42 PHOTO 7. WING NUMBERED CAM GAUGE PHOTO: 8 SLIDE IN BLANKING STRIP TO CATCH SEED ** ** REMEMBER: REMOVE AFTER CALIBRATION...
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SECTION 7 - PREPARING FOR USE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE FOR CP36 & CP42 For accurate calibration you will require a set of scales and a small sheet. Proceed as follows:- Find out your required seed rate. (Example - 35gms sq metre, 1 1/40ozs sq. yd.
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HALF THE SEED RATE. All seed mixes vary in density and flow rates, so it is not possible for BLEC to produce a rate chart for all mixes. So it is advisable to calibrate each mix used.
SECTION 8 - OPERATING BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 OPERATING The combination CULTI-PACK SEEDER and POWER TILLER has been designed for the accurate seeding incorporation on top soiled areas, with a clean tilth free from large debris and stones.
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SECTION 8 - OPERATING BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 STARTING WORK CONTINUED..Position the seeder at required area, switch the seed lever ON and engage the clutch. IMPORTANT When starting to move off, it will be beneficial to stand off the footplate to allow initial traction to take place.
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SECTION 9 - MAINTENENCE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS: CP36 & CP42 CHAIN PHOTO: 9 ADJUSTING LOCK THREADED BOLT KEEP WELL LEAVE 12mm GREASE SIDEPLAY DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN PHOTO: 10 NUTS & BOLTS, HOLDING RETAINING RING IN PLACE WHEN RINGS WEAR AND BECOME...
SECTION 9 - MAINTENANCE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 MAINTENANCE To keep your seeder in good condition, regular maintenance should be carried out as follows:- SEED HOPPER Clean out hopper after use. DO NOT allow grit, stones, string, debris to enter the hopper.
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SECTION 9 - MAINTENANCE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 SCRAPER PLATES Keep the serrated scrapers adjusted up to within 6 - 10mm from the rings (See Photo 5), on both front and rear rolls. To adjust, slacken off rolls (See Photo 12), and slide desired position, then retighten.
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SECTION 9 - MAINTENANCE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS: CP36 & CP42 PHOTO: 11 TO ADJUST, SLACKEN BOLTS AND SLIDE SCRAPER BAR. KEEP 6 - 10mm (1/4” - 3/8”) GAP BETWEEN RINGS TO ALLOW FOR MOVEMENT OF RINGS. PHOTO: 12 PIVOT GREASE...
SECTION 10 - STORAGE BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 STORAGE CULTI-PACK SEEDER should be stored inside a building. All seed should be removed, leaving a clean hopper. Small amounts of seed remaining can germinate when left in store. CLEAN OUT THOROUGHLY.
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SECTION 11 - MODIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/42 ACCESSORIES Rear drag brush mounted under foot plate. Ask Sales Department for details. MODIFICATIONS Rear cast ring roll mesh guard, fitted to standard machine from 1st January, 1995.
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SECTION 12 - NOTES BLEC CULTI-PACK SEEDER MODELS - CP36/CP42 NOTES Sound pressure level at operators ears 86 dB ( a ) (EN709:1997) Vibration level at hand arm 6.3 m/s2 (EN12096:1997 Annex D EN709:1997)
BLEC (Global) Ltd has not been adhered to. No liability is accepted by BLEC (Global) Ltd in respect of machine or component failure when it can be determined that such failure was the result of using the equipment with one or more attachments not given prior applications approval by them.
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Fax: 01778 346777 www.blec.co.uk Email: sales@blec.co.uk NB: The aforementioned details in this manual are for general guidance only, and BLEC (Global) Ltd cannot be held responsible misuse, misinterpretation from these details in any way whatsoever. The machine must never be used in any unsuitable conditions or situations.
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