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Kinze 4900 User Manual

Kinze 4900
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4900
This manual is applicable to: Model 4900 Forward Folding Planters for Production 2019 and on
Record the model number and serial number of your planter along with date purchased:
Model Number ___________________________________
Serial Number ___________________________________
Date Purchased __________________________________
Monitor Serial Number _______________________________________________
Measured Pulses Per Mile/Km (Radar Distance Sensor) ____________________
Measured Pulses Per Mile/Km (Magnetic Distance Sensor) _________________
SERIAL NUMBER
The serial number plate is located on the planter frame as shown below. The serial number provides important information
about your planter and is needed to obtain correct replacement parts. Always provide model number and serial number
to your Kinze Dealer when ordering parts or when contacting Kinze Manufacturing, Inc.
Kinze
®
and the Kinze
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logo are registered trademarks of Kinze Manufacturing, Inc.
Vacuum Meter, Electric Drive, and Flip Axle have patents pending.
MODEL 4900
FRONT FOLD PLANTER
OPERATOR MANUAL
M0290-01 Rev. 8/19
Serial Number Plate Location

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Kinze 4900 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKinze
Model4900
CategoryLawn and Garden Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Serial Number

Predelivery/Delivery Checklist

Predelivery Checklist

Checklist for dealer preparation before delivery to customer.

Owner Register

Record customer and machine details for warranty.

OVERVIEW

To The Owner

Introduction and important safety information for the owner.

Warranty

Details Kinze's limited warranty terms and registration process.

Specifications

Tractor Hydraulic Requirements

General Safety Rules

Safety Precautions

Safety Signs and Decals

MACHINE OPERATION

Row Marker and Transport Lockups

Procedures for securing row markers and transport axle cylinders.

Hitch Lockups and Options

Securing drawbar hitch and 2-point hitch options.

MACHINE OPERATION

Initial Planter Preparation

General information and procedures for preparing the planter for use.

Tractor Requirements

Information on tractor horsepower and hydraulic requirements.

MACHINE OPERATION

Tractor Preparation and Hookup

Steps for connecting the planter to the tractor safely and correctly.

MACHINE OPERATION

True Depth Hydraulic System

Overview of the True Depth hydraulic system, filter, and components.

MACHINE OPERATION

Transporting Planter

Safety warnings and procedures for transporting the planter.

MACHINE OPERATION

Planter Leveling and Seed Drive

Adjusting planter level, hydraulic seed rate drive, and sensors.

MACHINE OPERATION

Jump Start Sensor and Field Operation

Jump start sensor function and field operation speed guidance.

MACHINE OPERATION

Transport to Field Sequence

Procedures for unfolding the planter using the control box or display.

MACHINE OPERATION

Field to Transport Sequence

Procedures for folding the planter for transport using control box or display.

MACHINE OPERATION

Row Marker Operation and Adjustment

Operating and adjusting row markers using control box or cable.

MACHINE OPERATION

Vacuum Meter System

Overview of the vacuum meter seed metering system and its components.

MACHINE OPERATION

Bulk Fill System

Safety warnings and operational notes for the bulk fill system.

MACHINE OPERATION

Seed Level Monitoring Systems

Information on monitoring seed levels with Ag Leader and Kinze displays.

MACHINE OPERATION

Point Row Clutches

Explanation of electric-activated clutches for field finishing or point rows.

MACHINE OPERATION

Field Test Procedures

Performing field tests for seed placement, population, and chemical application.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

Planting Depth and Closing Wheel Adjustment

Adjusting planting depth and "V" closing wheels for optimal seed placement.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

Adjustable Down Force Springs

Explanation of quick adjustable down force springs and their tension settings.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

Pneumatic Down Pressure System

Overview of the pneumatic down pressure system and its components.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

True Depth System

Description of the True Depth system for hydraulic row unit down force.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

Vacuum Settings

Table of vacuum settings for different crops, seed discs, and lubricants.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

Brush-Type Seed Meter

Details on brush-type seed meter components and lubricant recommendations.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

Seed Meter Cleanout

Procedure for cleaning the seed meter to maintain genetic purity.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

Additives for Seed Metering

Guidance on using graphite and talc as seed meter additives.

ROW UNIT OPERATION

GFX Hydraulic Row Cleaners

Instructions for bleeding the hydraulic circuit and initial operation of row cleaners.

FERTILIZER

System Overview and Centrifugal Pump

Overview of fertilizer system control and centrifugal pump operation.

FERTILIZER

Piston Pump Operation and Maintenance

Information on piston pump operation, storage, and ground drive wheel adjustment.

FERTILIZER

Notched Single Disc Openers Adjustment

Description and adjustment of notched single disc openers for fertilizer placement.

FERTILIZER

Down Force Settings

Table and explanation of down force settings for different conditions.

FERTILIZER

Liquid Fertilizer Attachment

Safety and operational information for the liquid fertilizer attachment.

RATE CHARTS

General Planting Rate Information

General guidelines for planting rate charts and factors affecting them.

RATE CHARTS

Finger Pickup Seed Meter Planting Rates

Planting rates for finger pickup meters based on sprockets and speed.

RATE CHARTS

Vacuum Meter Planting Rates (40 Cell Disc, 15 Tooth)

Planting rates for vacuum meters with 40-cell discs and 15-tooth drive.

RATE CHARTS

Brush-Type Seed Meter Planting Rates (Half Rate Drive)

Planting rates for brush-type meters with half rate drive for 15" row width.

RATE CHARTS

Dry Insecticide Application Rates

Application rates for dry insecticide based on meter setting.

RATE CHARTS

Fertilizer Application Rate Chart

Fertilizer application rates for piston pumps with different settings.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Lubrication Basics and Wheel Bearings

Importance of lubrication, symbols, and wheel bearing maintenance.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Grease Fittings Locations

Locations of grease fittings and general lubrication guidelines.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

PTO Shaft Coupling and Pump Oil

Maintenance for PTO shaft coupling and piston pump oil level.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Mounting Bolts and Hardware Torque

Importance of checking and torquing mounting bolts and hardware.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Tire Pressure and Safety

Safety warnings and importance of maintaining proper tire pressure.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Finger Pickup Seed Meter Maintenance

Inspecting and adjusting finger pickup seed meters.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Brush-Type Seed Meter Maintenance

Maintenance procedures for brush-type seed meters, including disc wear.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Vacuum Seed Meter Maintenance and Cleanout

Inspecting, cleaning, and storing vacuum seed meters.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Fertilizer Flow Sensor Cleanout

Instructions for cleaning fertilizer flow sensors.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Gauge Wheel and Spindle Maintenance

Adjusting gauge wheels and replacing pivot spindles.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Seed Opener Disc Blade/Bearing Assembly

Maintaining and replacing the seed opener disc blade and bearing assembly.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

No Till Coulter and Residue Wheels Maintenance

Maintenance for no-till coulters and residue wheels.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

GFX Hydraulic Row Cleaners Maintenance

Lubrication and storage procedures for GFX hydraulic row cleaners.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Tractor Mounted Pump Drive and Oil Cooler

Procedures for replacing filters and filling the hydraulic fluid reservoir.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Valves and Hose Connections

Description and adjustment of check valves, flow control, and pressure relief valves.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Solenoid Valve and Compressor Tank

Solenoid valve operation and compressor tank draining.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Row Marker Bearing Maintenance

Procedure for lubricating or replacing row marker bearings.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Wheel Bearing Repack/Replacement

Procedure for repacking or replacing transport and lift/ground drive wheel bearings.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Fertilizer System Storage

Storage procedures for fertilizer check valves, piston pump, and centrifugal pump.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Preparation for Storage

Steps for preparing the planter for storage, including cleaning and lubrication.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Electrical Wiring Diagrams

Electrical wiring diagrams for ISOBUS and other systems.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Electrical Control Console Connections

Wire hookup chart for electrical control console connections.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Tractor Harnesses and Cables

Identification of ISO, Drawbar Hitch, and ASABE light harnesses.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

ISOBUS and CAN Communication Cables

Wiring details for ISOBUS implement and CAN jumper cables.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Section Adapter Cables

Wiring details for section adapter cables for 12, 16, and 24 row planters.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

12V Clutch Cables

Wiring details for 12V clutch cables for 12 row planters.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Work Light Harnesses

Wiring details for center and relay work light harnesses.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Tractor Power Harness

Wiring details for tractor power harnesses.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Tractor Console Harness

Wiring details for tractor console harnesses.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Tractor Power Extension Harnesses

Wiring details for tractor power extension harnesses (10' and 16').

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

12V Power Harness, Draft Link

Wiring details for 12V power harnesses for draft link connection.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Hydraulic Hose Life and Storage

Guidelines for maximizing hydraulic hose life and best practices for storage.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Hydraulic Schematic (Planter Raising)

Hydraulic schematic illustrating planter raising functions and components.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Hydraulic Schematics (Options)

Hydraulic schematics for various optional systems like vacuum and bulk fill.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

True Depth Interconnect Harnesses

Wiring diagrams for True Depth interconnect harnesses (16R30).

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

True Depth Hydraulic Schematic (Main Down Force Valve Block)

Hydraulic schematic of the main down force valve block for 16 row units.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

True Depth Hydraulic Schematic (Row Units 1-8)

Hydraulic schematic for True Depth row units 1-8 on 16 row planters.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

True Depth Hydraulic Schematic (Row Units 1-6)

Hydraulic schematic for True Depth row units 1-6 on 24 row planters.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

True Depth Hydraulic Schematic (Row Units 13-16)

Hydraulic schematic for True Depth row units 13-16 on 24 row planters.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

True Depth Hydraulic Schematic (Wing Down Force)

Hydraulic schematic for the wing down force input option.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

True Depth Hydraulic Schematic (Power Pack Input)

Hydraulic schematic for the power pack input option.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

True Depth Hydraulic Schematic (Bulk Fill Input)

Hydraulic schematic for the bulk fill input option.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Hydraulic Schematic (Hydraulic Drive Option)

Overall hydraulic schematic for the hydraulic drive option.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Bulk Fill System Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide for bulk fill system problems and solutions.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Piston and Centrifugal Pump Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting common problems with piston and centrifugal pumps.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Row Marker and Row Cleaner Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting issues with row markers and GFX hydraulic row cleaners.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Vacuum Seed Meter Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting common problems with the vacuum seed meter.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Solenoid Valve and PTO Pump Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting solenoid valves and PTO pump drive issues.

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