Section 2: Operating Instructions
PS1572: Primary Seeder: 313-164M:
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General Operating Instructions
Once you have read the operators manual, properly
installed the seeder to the tractors 3-point hitch, ran
through the Operating Checklist, filled the hopper with
seed, and calibrated the unit for proper seed rate
delivery, it’s time to do some serious seeding.
The PS1548 and PS1572 have ground driven seed
delivery systems. The power to drive the seeder comes
from the forward momentum of the tractor. As the tractor
moves forward the ground driven front roller compactor
transfers power, via chain driven sprockets, to the seed
metering system. So, the seed rate remains constant and
in direct proportion to the distance traveled and is
affected very little by actual ground speed.
As the front roller passes over areas to be seeded it
crushes larger clods, presses down smaller stones, and
firms the seedbed. Seed is then delivered at the precise
predetermined uniform rate over the wind guarded seed
drop to the area located between the front and rear
rollers. The rear roller then presses the seed into firm
contact with the soil to promote a superbly high
germination rate. Seeding should not be attempted in wet
or muddy conditions.
Now that you understand how it works its time to begin
seeding. Make sure you have removed the rear roller lock
pin from the field or parking position.
You should already have removed any large stones or
obstacles from the area you plan to seed. Line the tractor
up for the first pass and choose a tractor gear selection
that will deliver a ground speed of approximately 3-5
mph. Lower the three-point hitch and seeder slowly to the
ground. At first begin driving forward slowly until you get
comfortable with what you are doing. As you approach
the end of the lane you are seeding, slow down and come
to a stop while simultaneously raising the seeder off of
the ground. With the seeder raised, turn around and line
up for your next pass to repeat the seeding process. Look
back often and make only gradual turns with your seeder
on the ground to develop a uniform seeding pattern. The
more experienced you become the better you will get at
developing beautiful seed plots and beautiful lawns.
When you are done seeding, always clean the seeder out
and perform all maintenance prescribed in the operator’s
manual. Never leave seed stored in the hopper for
prolonged periods.
