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3.3.3. Adjustment of seed Amount
When setting the required quantity of sown seed, use the sowing chart and carry out the calibration test
then.
NOTE!
1.
When pouring the seed to the seed container for the first time it should be poured when the metering roller
is completely closed (recommended), or at the roller setting by at least 15 % less than indicated in the
sowing chart.
2.
With the seed container is filled, and after each seeding test, you can reduce the sown seed quantity by no
more than one turn of the adjustment knob (to the left). Increasing the amount of sown seeds - no limits in
the scale range.
3.
When reducing the dose or closing the unit, empty the seed hopper and the dispenser from seeds,
otherwise the dispenser may be damaged.
4.
Setting of gear wheels: 1:1 (small wheel inserted into the large gear.)
Fig. 11. 1- the scale of fine seeds sowing
Settings for fine seeds (of rapeseed type)
In order to adapt the unit for sowing fine seeds, perform the following steps:
empty the seed hopper and dispenser completely;
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unlock the adjusting screw knob;
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completely close the metering roller (at 'O');
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set the resistance in the hex shaft cut-out (see Fig. 12) – it is only possible with the metering roller
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completely closed;
adjust the fan speed;
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set according to the sowing chart, on the scale for fine seeds (Micro sowing) the desired number of
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seeds sown;
carry out the calibration test and correct the amount of seeds sown
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lock the adjustment screw knob
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When sowing very fine seeds, e.g. very fine rape or poppy seeds, individual seeds may fall out of the unit. Sowing
such seeds can be carried out provided that the following steps are performed.
1. sealing the housing and the dispenser flap with the tape [1] in the shape and dimensions shown, Fig. 13.1
and 13.2 on the circumference/.
2. sealing the gap between the left side of the rubber cap and the housing of the dispenser with a tape [1]
Fig.13.3 in the place and dimensions shown.
The surfaces on which the tape will be glued should be thoroughly cleaned and degreased.
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Fig. 12. 1- The resistance of the seed wheel
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