SEEDMASTER 2023
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OPENER DETAILS
The opener is preset for seed and fertilizer depth. The seed depth is factory set at 3/4” below the
packed surface and the fertilizer depth is factory set approximately 3/4” below and 1 ½” to the side of
the seed.
In varying field conditions,
soil types, and moisture
conditions, it may be
required to adjust the
openers from the pre-set
depths. We recommend
seeding cereals, oil seeds,
and all other products at the
determined seed and
fertilizer depths desired by
the owner/operator. The
notches on the hub plate
correspond to 1/4” changes
in depth, with the inverted
notch being the factory pre-
set depth of 3/4”.
To change depth using the SeedMaster Quick
Depth Adjusting Tool, simply loosen the nut on
the slotted portion of the hub plate and rotate
packer tire upwards to increase depth, or
downwards to decrease depth.
Semi-pneumatic packer tires are a standard
feature on all SeedMaster drills. There is no
internal air pressure that needs to be checked.
The resulting dent the packer wheel leaves
behind is dependent on soil type and hardness.
The variation in dent depth does not affect the
crop since the seed depth is always monitored
from the packed surface.
*Avoid the temptation to harrow after seeding, as harrowing will reduce the uniformity of crop
emergence and reduce yield potential. The dent left by the packer wheel and the loose soil tossed to the
side as the openers move through the soil may appear rough at first glance, but you will find the residue
and soil settles over time leaving just the ripple of the packer wheel. This dent provides several
agronomic benefits.
Warning: Avoid turning your drill very short. The opener is designed to seed primarily in
straight lines. A sharp turn will cause the openers to be dragged sideways, resulting in an
improper seeding job and undue stress on the openers. Never turn so short that the inside
openers move straight sideways or backwards.
Always store the drill for extended periods of time in the unfolded wing position. This is to avoid
water getting into the packer tire and wing wheel bearings. This is very important for winter
storage.
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