Dickey-John PM200 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Amy RossAug 8, 2025
How to troubleshoot a Dickey-John PM200 Monitor that will not power on?
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  Christopher LinAug 8, 2025
  If your Dickey-John Monitor won't power on, here's what to check: * **Blown console fuse:** Check the fuse near the battery connection and replace it with a 5.0 A fuse if needed. If it blows again, inspect harnesses for pinches or breaks. * **Poor battery connection:** Ensure connections are clean and tight and inspect the harness for damage. * **Low battery voltage:** The console voltage must be at least 10 V. Recharge or replace the battery if it's low.
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David FuentesAug 12, 2025
Why does the ground speed high alarm sound on my Dickey-John PM200?
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  James FreemanAug 12, 2025
  If the ground speed high alarm sounds on your Dickey-John Monitor, consider the following: * **Ground speed alarm set too low:** Adjust the ground speed alarm limit higher or set it to zero to disable the alarm. * **Incorrect ground speed constant:** The ground speed sensor may not have been calibrated, the radar sensor angle may have changed, or an incorrect sensor constant was entered.
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Kevin GarciaAug 16, 2025
What to do if row failure alarm activates when the row is planting properly on Dickey-John PM200 Monitor?
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  Patrick FriedmanAug 16, 2025
  If a row failure or hi/low alarm activates when a row is planting properly on your Dickey-John Monitor, try these solutions: * **Seed sensor coated with dirt:** Clean the sensor using a dry bottle brush. * **Faulty sensor or harness:** Drop a seed down the seed tube or place a dry bottle brush down the seed tube to trigger the sensor. Observe if the troubleshooting sensor LED mounted to the tube blinks. If the sensor does not blink, replace it. If the LED blinks, check the harness for damage or pinched wires.
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James ChavezAug 20, 2025
Why does the ground speed alarm sound with forward movement on Dickey-John PM200?
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  Heather PattonAug 21, 2025
  If the ground speed alarm sounds with forward movement on your Dickey-John Monitor, it could be due to: * **Ground speed sensor failure:** No ground speed sensor is detected, or planting is detected on at least one row with no ground speed. Replace the faulty ground speed sensor. * **Ground Speed constant is set to 0:** Run a ground speed calibration and enter a constant at the Ground Speed Configuration screen.
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Deborah CummingsAug 26, 2025
What to do if the hopper alarm does not sound when the hopper is empty on Dickey-John Monitor?
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  Kristin HermanAug 26, 2025
  If the hopper alarm on your Dickey-John Monitor doesn't sound when the hopper is empty, here are some possible causes and solutions: * **Hopper sensor coated with dirt:** Clean the sensor using a dry bottle brush. * **Faulty sensor or harness shorted to ground:** Swap the harness connection with another sensor to determine if the sensor or harness is damaged. If another sensor is not available, use the service screen. Replace the sensor or repair the harness.
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Dr. Jessica MillerAug 29, 2025
How to fix a self test alarm on Dickey-John PM200?
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  colonnancyAug 30, 2025
  If you are getting a self-test alarm on your Dickey-John Monitor, consider the following: * **Faulty sensor or harness:** Trigger the sensor and observe the troubleshooting LED. If the sensor does not have an LED, swap the harness connection with an adjacent sensor to determine if the sensor or harness is damaged. Replace the sensor or harness.
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Tyler SanchezSep 2, 2025
Why does the hopper alarm sound when the hopper is full on Dickey-John PM200?
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  malvarezSep 2, 2025
  If the hopper alarm sounds when the hopper is full on your Dickey-John Monitor, it might be due to: * **Faulty sensor or harness open:** Swap the harness connection with another sensor to determine if the sensor or harness is damaged. Replace the sensor or repair the harness.