Section 7: Features & Benefits
OS1548 and OS1572 Overseeder (S/N ) 308-303M
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Troubleshooting Chart
Problem
Solution
Machine makes intermittent clicking
noise
Tighten Knives
Replace damaged gear in gearbox
Replace damaged chain link
Power take-off vibrates
Replace worn universal joint
Remove trash from rotor
Lower machine and readjust tractor lift stop
Gearbox noise is noticeable and
constant
Allow time for break-in
Add oil
Replace worn gears
Oil leaking from gearbox
Replace damaged seals or gaskets
If overfilled, drain to proper level
Rotor will not turn
Engage power take-off
Repair broken drive chain
Reduce load to Overseeder
Cutting depth insufficient
Lower tractor 3-point arms
Increase tractor rpm
Adjust gauge wheels
Replace worn or bent knives
Clear obstacles entangled in knives and/or rotor
Machine skips
Replace worn knives
Reduce load
Reduce ground speed
Knives balling up with soil
Replace worn or bent knives
Decrease tractor speed
Overseeder bumping on the ground
Clear obstacles entangled in knives and/or rotor
Uneven seed spacing or uneven stand
Check tire pressure. Proper inflation is listed in the
“Tire Inflation Chart”,
Check for plugging in feed cups
Check to see if seed tubes are plugged
Reduce ground speed
Check all drive chains, sprockets, keys, and pins
Actual seeding rate is different than
desired
Seed treatment will affect seeding rate if the chemicals build up in seed cup.
Unless cleaned regularly, this build-up can cause breakage of the seed cup
shaft.
See
“Adjustments”
, Section 3, starting on page 22, for instructions on
calculating seed rate.
Section 7: Features & Benefits