Kinze 4900 Front Folding Planter Rev. 5/14 - Manual (Page 66)

M0247-01 Model 4900
TM
Row Unit Operation
3-8 Rev. 5/14
NOTE: See “Field Check Seed Population” on page 2-44 for more information. Always field check seed population
to ensure planting rates are correct.
NOTE: Singulator settings are marked from 0 - 3.
NOTE: Mixing seed sizes and shapes affects meter performance. Use consistent seed size and shape.
NOTE: Use 1 tablespoon powdered graphite with each hopper fill of seed. Seed treatment, foreign material, dirt or
seed chaff may cause gradual reduction of seed disc fill (population). See “Additives” pages for more information.
NOTE: Excessive seed treatment, humidity, and light-weight seed can affect meter performance. Use ½ cup of
talc with each standard hopper fill of seed and mix thoroughly to coat all seeds and adjust rates as needed. Use
of talc aids seed flow into meter, singulation, and disc seed drop.
Hose barb
elbow
NOTE: Foreign material in seed disc orifices, such as seed chips, hulls, stems, etc., may affect seed delivery.
Clean seed ensures accurate seed metering from vacuum seed meter. Remove Seed discs daily to check for
buildup of foreign material in seed disc orifices.
Air inlet screens allow air to enter system and aids in keeping field residue or other foreign material out of meter.
See “Vacuum Seed Meter Maintenance” on page 6-11 and “Preparation for Storage” on page 6-23 in Lubrication and
Maintenance section for more information.
Singulator