Brillion SL8 Series User Manual

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1P342
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BRILLION, WISCONSIN 54110
The standard Turfmaker was designed for seeding grasses and lawn mixtures. It is ideal
for sod and turf producers, or anyone who wishes to seed large areas at precise rates.
Micro-meter adjustment permits precise metering with an infinite range of settings. All
pick-up models are designed for Cat. II hitch.
TURFMAKER SEEDER
SL8, 10, 12
* Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Brillion
SLP10
SL10
Pull Type
3 Point Pick Up
1P342
8-20-07rev5-28-08
MODELS AVAILABLE
Pick-Up Pull Type
SLP8 8-ft. Pick-up Notched Wheels
SSLP8 8-ft. Pick-up Smooth Wheels
SLP10 10-ft. Pick-up Notched Wheels SL10 10-ft. Drawbar Notched Wheels
SSLP10 10-ft. Pick-up Smooth Wheels SSL10 10-ft. Drawbar Smooth Wheels
SLP12 12-ft. Pick-up Notched Wheels SL12 12-ft. Drawbar Notched Wheels
SSL12 12-ft. Drawbar Smooth Wheels
Warning: Standard Turfmaker Seeders have difficulty metering varieties of fine or hard fescues. For mixtures
with fine or hard fescues you must order the Turfmaker II High Capacity Seeders.
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Brillion SL8 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Brillion
Model	SL8 Series
Category	Seeders
Language	English

Summary

Safety

Important Safety Information

General safety guidelines and legal requirements for operating machinery.

Be Familiar with Safety Decals

Emphasizes reading and understanding safety decals for hazard recognition.

Look for Safety Symbol

Explains safety alert symbols (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) and their meanings.

Safety Signs

Safety Signs Overview

Identifies various safety signs and their locations on the machine.

Hydraulic Leak Hazard Warning

Warning about the dangers of hydraulic fluid leaks and how to check them.

Engage Parking Pin Instruction

Instruction to engage the parking pin to prevent tipping.

Special Assembly Instructions

Steps 1, 2_Attach 3-Point Hitch

Instructions for attaching the 3-point hitch assembly.

Assembly

Attach Seeder to Tractor

Attaching the seeder to the tractor using 3-point hitch or hydraulic lift.

Install Parking Pin and Klik Pin

Installs the parking pin and Klik pin for securing the machine.

Hydraulic Schematic

Cylinder and Hose Assembly

Details the assembly of cylinders, hoses, and fittings for the hydraulic system.

Hitch and Wheel Rims Assembly

Attach Hitch and Drawbar to Tractor

Attaching the hitch and drawbar to the tractor.

3-Point Hitch Assembly (Pick-Up)

Position and Secure 3-Point Hitch Weldment

Positioning and securing the three-point hitch weldment on the frame.

Engage Parking Pin Before Bolt Removal

Ensuring the parking pin is engaged before removing the shipping bolt.

Warning Lights Wiring

Wiring Schematic Overview

Provides a schematic diagram for connecting warning lights.

Warning Lights Assembly

Assemble 12-Foot Seeders Lamps

Instructions for assembling warning lamps on 12-foot seeders.

Assemble Lamps (8- and 10-Foot Seeders)

Assemble Dual Lamps and Brackets

Assembling dual lamps to brackets for 8- and 10-foot seeders.

Assemble Wiring for Warning Lights

Connect Wishbone Harness

Connecting the wishbone wiring harness ends to lamp assemblies.

Run Wishbone Harness to Light Module

Routing the wishbone harness to the light module.

Connect Straight Section Harness

Connecting the straight section wiring harness to the light module.

Electronic Acre Meter Installation

Mount Acre Meter Bracket

Mounting the acre meter bracket to the seedbox.

Attach Pick Up Switch

Attaching the pick-up switch to the 5K714 bracket.

Install Magnet Wheel

Pressing the magnet wheel onto the clutch shaft.

Electronic Acre Meter Alignment and Wiring

Adjust Pick Up Switch and Magnet Wheel

Aligning the pick-up switch and magnet wheel for accurate counting.

Acre Meter Kit Programming

To Program Meter Settings

Steps for programming the acre meter with pulses and width settings.

Electronic Acre Meter Quick-Start Settings

Special Notes for Meter Settings

Planting Rates Chart

Electric Clutch Kit Operation

Clutch Characteristics

Check Clutch Case Clearance

Electric Clutch Kit Installation and Checks

Install Clutch Control Switch on Tractor

Check Clutch Operation

Verifying the clutch operates correctly by cycling the switch.

Transport Lock Operation

Prepare Machine for Transport

Disengage Transport Lock for Field Operation

Parking Pin Operation (Pick-Up Seeders)

Prevent Tipping with Parking Pin

Importance of the parking pin to prevent frame tipping on pick-up seeders.

Unhooking Seeder Procedure

Hooking Up Seeder Procedure

Seed Rate Adjustment

Important Seed Meter Adjustment Notes

Crucial warnings about adjusting seed meters to prevent damage.

Seed Rate Chart Reference

Adjusting the Micro-Meter (Increase/Decrease)

Detailed steps for increasing or decreasing the seeding rate using the micro-meter.

Seed Box Calibration and Planting Rates

Seed Box Calibration Procedure

Planting Rates Chart (13 & 26 Tooth Driver)

Fastener Tightening Torques

Bolt/Nut Tightening Torques Chart

A chart providing torque specifications for various bolt and nut sizes.

Tires and Lubrication

Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure

Lubrication Schedule and Procedures

Guidelines for greasing bearings, oiling chains, and repacking wheel bearings.

Chain Tension Adjustment

Adjust Transmission Chain Tension

Feed Cup Adjustment

Ensure Uniform Seed Cup Setting

How to set all seed cups to the same position for uniform seeding.

Adjust Feed Roll Coupling Jam Nuts

Adjusting jam nuts and set screws for feed roll coupling.

Adjust Individual Cups

Adjusting individual seed cups by loosening mounting bolts.

Roller Wheels Adjustment

Adjust Front Roller Wheels

Adjust Rear Roller Wheels