M0258-01Model 3500
2-28
Rev. 9/17
TM
Machine Operation
1. Fill insecticide and/or herbicide hoppers.
2. Attach a calibrated vial to each granular chemical meter.
NOTE: Disengage clutch to avoid dropping seed during test.
3. Lower planter and drive 1320 feet (400 meters) at planting speed.
4. Weigh chemical in ounces caught in one vial.
5. Multiply that amount by factor shown to determine pounds (kilograms) per acre (hectare).
EXAMPLE: You are planting 30" (70 cm) rows. You have planted for 1320 feet (400 meters) at the desired planting
speed. You caught 12.0 ounces (337 grams) of chemical in one vial. 12.0 ounces (337 grams) times 0.83 (0.0357)
equals 9.96 pounds (12 kilograms) per acre (hectare).
NOTE: Check calibration of all rows.
METERING GATE
Use metering gate setting as a starting point for distributing insecticide or herbicide. Charts are based on 5 mph
(8 kph) planting speed. Use a higher gate setting for speeds faster than 5 mph (8 kph) and a lower setting for speeds
slower than 5 mph (8 kph).
GRANULAR CHEMICAL APPLICATION FIELD CHECK
Temperature, humidity, speed, ground conditions, flowability of different material, or meter obstructions can affect
granular chemical rate of delivery.
Perform a field check to determine application rates.
Granular chemical field check
Calibrated vial
Pounds (Kg) Per Acre (Hectare)
Row Width Factor
30" 0.83 (0.0328)
36" 0.69 (0.0272)
38" 0.65 (0.0256)
Agricultural chemicals can cause death
or serious injury to persons, animals,
and plants or seriously damage soil,
equipment, or property. Read and
follow all chemical and equipment
manufacturers labels and instructions.
WARNING
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