Earthway 1001-B Precision Garden Seeder - Manual (Page 2)

OPERATION
(Refer to Figure 1, Page 3 for illustration)
You will find one seed plate in place in the hopper, the rest in the box. A. To remove the plate, hold pulley
(12) and belt (11) stationary with one hand and rotate the seed plate approximately 1/2” in the “OFF” direction
as indicated by an arrow on the seed plate. B. Push the seed plate off the hub through the hole just above the
pulley. It will slip off easily.
To select the desired seed plate, see the SEED PLATE GUIDE if the seed is of similar size and shape as
those listed. It is best to experiment before planting. If more distance is desired between seeds, place a piece of
masking tape over, or fill with bees wax every other hole or as required in the seed plate.
To install the desired seed plate, hold the seed plate at an angle with the bottom against the straight wall in
the seed hopper. Line up the slots against the inside of the seed hopper and rotate it approximately 1/2” in the
“ON” direction as indicated by the arrow on top of the hopper until the cam action locks the seed plate in place
on the hub. Do not force. OFF or ON directions are also indicated on the seed plates.
Pour seeds in the seed hopper. CAUTION: Do not fill the hopper above the center of the seed plate.
NOTE: All the seed, especially small seed, will not be picked up by the plates leaving a small amount in the
bottom of the hopper. Tilt the seeder to the right as you move down the row to help remove most of the seed if
required.
Next set the adjustable planting depth with the wedge-shaped ground opener (27) located directly under the
hopper. NOTE: There are graduations in both inches and millimeters on the front angles of the seed chute.
Move ground opener until top edge is in line with desired planting depth. Retighten wing nut after adjustment
is made. Check the depth by moving the seeder forward a few inches in soft soil, readjust if necessary.
Mark out the first row with string and stakes. Lower the row marker shaft and adjust the row marker to the
proper width for the next row. Lift the kick stand over the Front wheel. Be sure the cover chain (16) follows
behind the ground opener. You are now ready to plant.
To empty any remaining seeds, lower the kick stand and tip the seeder forward until all seeds are removed.
NOTE: When changing seed plates, be sure the seed hopper is completely empty.
NOTICE: Keep your seed hopper clean and free from dust, sand, dirt and seed treating materials.
MAINTENANCE
(Refer to Figure 1, Page 3 for illustration)
Any accumulation of dust, dirt, or residue from chemically treated seeds in the seed hopper should be wiped
out with a cloth after each use. A build up of dirt may cause the seed plate to stick and seeds to pop out.
Under certain conditions static electricity may build up on the seed hopper and interfere with planting fine
seeds. If this situation should occur, wash the seed hopper and the seed plate with a mild dish washing
detergent, and allow to dry.
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