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Kinze KPM II - User Manual

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KPM I/KPM II
ELECTRONIC SEED
MONITOR INSTRUCTION
IS364 Rev. 3/99
Throughout these instructions the symbol and the words NOTE, CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are
used to call your attention to important safety information. The definition of each of these terms used follows:
NOTE: Indicates a special point of information.
CAUTION: Indicates that a failure to observe can cause damage to the machine or equipment.
WARNING: Indicates that a failure to observe can cause damage to the machine or equipment and/
or personal injury.
DANGER: Indicates that a failure to observe can cause most serious damage to the machine or
equipment and/or most serious personal injury.
Before beginning installation, read completely through these instructions.
Using the shipping order and/or the Contents Listings Section at the end of this instruction, check to be sure you have
all the packages needed to complete assembly.
The information used in these instructions was current at the time of printing. However, due to KINZE's continual attempt
to improve its product, production changes may cause your planter to appear slightly different in detail. KINZE
Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and without incurring obligation
to install the same on planter previously manufactured.
Right hand and left hand as used throughout these instructions is determined by facing in the direction the machine
will travel when in use, unless otherwise stated.
DANGER: Always install all safety lockups or lower planter to the ground before working around or
under the unit.
Monitor Serial Number __________________________________________________________
Measured Pulses Per Mile/KM (Radar Distance Sensor)_______________________________
Measured Pulses Per Mile/KM (Magnetic Distance Sensor) ____________________________
1 Rev. 5/98

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • A
    austin27Aug 13, 2025
    What to do if sensor communication alarms come on for all sensors on Kinze KPM II?
    • N
      Nicole WilsonAug 14, 2025
      If sensor communication alarms appear for all sensors on your Kinze Measuring Instruments (no bar graphs, blinking row numbers), the issue might stem from a faulty monitor, a break in the harness just after the monitor, or a dirty/corroded connector. Try replacing the monitor, inspecting and repairing the harness, or cleaning the connector.
  • F
    fitzpatrickbonnieAug 17, 2025
    Why are there bad monitor values being displayed on my Kinze KPM II Measuring Instruments?
    • A
      Ashley CarpenterAug 17, 2025
      If you are experiencing bad monitor values (like speed, area, etc.) on your Kinze KPM II Measuring Instruments, it could be due to incorrect monitor settings, a faulty radar/magnetic distance sensor, or an improperly mounted radar sensor. Try changing the settings to properly correspond to the system, replacing the sensor, or properly mounting the sensor.
  • M
    Mr. Thomas Garcia Jr.Aug 21, 2025
    Why are there erroneous MPH readings at idle on Kinze KPM II Measuring Instruments?
    • S
      Sabrina FosterAug 21, 2025
      If you're getting erroneous MPH readings at idle with your Kinze Radar Distance Sensor, the radar gun might not be in a stable location. Relocate it to a more stable spot.
  • L
    lindseykellyAug 25, 2025
    How to fix single sensor communication alarm on Kinze KPM II Measuring Instruments?
    • T
      Timothy RichardsAug 26, 2025
      If a single sensor communication alarm is triggered on your Kinze Measuring Instruments (alarm on, no bar graph, blinking row number), it could be due to a bad seed tube sensor, a break in the harness just before the seed tube sensor, or a dirty/corroded connector. Consider replacing the sensor, inspecting and repairing the harness, or cleaning the connector.
  • C
    Craig CraigAug 29, 2025
    What to do if sensor communication alarms come on for some sensors on Kinze KPM II?
    • D
      dkennedyAug 29, 2025
      If sensor communication alarms appear for some sensors on your Kinze Measuring Instruments (alarm on, no bar graphs, blinking row numbers), the issue might be a break in the harness or a dirty or corroded connector. Inspect the harness and repair it. If the break cannot be found, replace the harness section corresponding with the alarming sensors. Alternatively, try cleaning the connector.
  • F
    fisherkaitlinSep 1, 2025
    What to do if underplanting alarm on a single sensor when planting on Kinze Measuring Instruments?
    • D
      Danielle MitchellSep 1, 2025
      If you're seeing an underplanting or no planting alarm on a single sensor of your Kinze Measuring Instruments while planting (alarm on, single bar graph segment, blinking row number), it's possible the seed tube sensor is blocked or faulty. Try cleaning or replacing the sensor.
  • W
    William FordSep 5, 2025
    Why won't the LED light on the seed tube sensor come on Kinze KPM II?
    • C
      Charles HallSep 5, 2025
      If the LED light on the seed tube sensor of your Kinze Measuring Instruments won't turn on, it could be a faulty seed tube sensor, a dirty or corroded connector, or a break in the harness just before the sensor. Try replacing the sensor, cleaning the connector, or repairing the harness.
  • M
    Michelle DoyleSep 9, 2025
    What to do if seed tube sensor dirty or blocked warning comes on Kinze Measuring Instruments?
    • C
      contrerasrobertSep 9, 2025
      If the seed tube sensor dirty or blocked warning appears on your Kinze Measuring Instruments (after calibration, the bar graph keeps blinking for a single row), the seed tube sensor might be dirty or faulty. Try cleaning or replacing the sensor.

Summary

KPM I;KPM II Monitor Introduction

Safety Information and Definitions

Explains safety terms (NOTE, CAUTION, WARNING, DANGER) and symbols used in the manual.

Tractor Components Installation: Console

Console Installation and Mounting

Instructions for securely mounting the KPM monitor console on the tractor.

Tractor Components Installation: Power

Power Connection

Connecting the monitor system to the tractor's 12VDC power source.

Tractor Components Installation: Radar Sensor

Radar Distance Sensor Installation

Steps and precautions for installing the radar distance sensor on the tractor.

Planter Components Installation: Seed Tubes

Seed Tube Sensor Installation

Procedure for installing seed tubes with sensors into planter row units.

Planter Components Installation: Shaft Sensors

Drill Shaft Rotation Sensor Installation

Guide for installing drill shaft rotation sensors on compatible planters.

Planter Components Installation: Distance Sensor

Magnetic Distance Sensor Installation

Instructions for installing the magnetic distance sensor on compatible planters.

Planter Components Installation: Harnesses

Harness Installation and Connections

Steps for routing and connecting planter harnesses to the console.

KPM I Seed Tube Connection

KPM I Monitor Overview

KPM I Seed Tube Connection: Setup

KPM I Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for configuring the KPM I monitor for planter sections.

Connecting KPM I Sensors

Saving KPM I Configuration

KPM II Sensor Connection: Overview

KPM II Monitor Overview

KPM II Sensor Connection: Key Functions

KPM II Sensor Connection: Setup

KPM II Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for configuring the KPM II monitor for planter sections.

Confirming KPM II Setup

Connecting KPM II Sensors

Installing KPM II Shaft Rotation Sensors

Saving KPM II Section Setup

Installing KPM II Second Section

KPM I Operation

KPM I Warnings and Alarms

Explains various system alarms, underflow alerts, and other warnings on the KPM I monitor.

Replacing a Faulty KPM I Sensor

KPM II Operation: Display Controls

KPM II Operation: Data and Programming

KPM II Seed Population and Spacing

Programming KPM II Row Spacing

Programming KPM II Speed Constant

KPM II Operation: Alarms and Field Use

KPM II Warnings and Alarms (Part 1)

Explains system alarms and underflow conditions for the KPM II monitor.

KPM II Warnings and Alarms (Part 2)

Details section not selected, planting stopped, and sensor warnings for the KPM II monitor.

Replacing a Faulty KPM II Sensor

Troubleshooting KPM I;KPM II

Sensor Communication Issues

Addresses problems like single sensor alarms or alarms on all sensors.

Monitor Value and Planting Errors

Troubleshoots incorrect monitor readings and underplanting/no planting issues.

Sensor Blockage and LED Errors

Radar Sensor Reading Errors

Kinze KPM II Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKinze
ModelKPM II
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

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