First Products ND-72 Manuale utente
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL & PARTS LIST
MULTI-drill
MODEL ND-72
FIRST PRODUCTS INC.
164 Oakridge Church Road
Tifton, Georgia 31794 U.S.A.
Phone (229) 382-4768
1-800-363-8780
Fax (229) 382-0506
Web: www.1stproducts.com Email: Sales@1stproducts.com
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a First Products Multi-Drill. This piece of equipment has been carefully
engineered and manufactured to provide years of reliable service.
The Multi-Drill is one of the most unique and versatile pieces of equipment on the market today.
It is designed for no-till and conventional seeding in various soil conditions.
We recommend that you carefully read the operators manual prior to operation. Also ensure that
all future operators read this manual and become fully trained before allowing them to use or
maintain this equipment. Time spent becoming acquainted with the safe operation, performance,
and maintenance of the Multi-Drill will add longer life and greater satisfaction to your new
purchase.
This machine is designed with safety in mind. However, if the machine is handled carelessly and
not as instructed, it can be a dangerous piece of equipment. Observe all safety information in this
manual and decals on the equipment.
The illustrations and data used in the manual were current at the time of printing. The manufacturer
reserves the right to make changes or add improvements to its products at any time without
incurring any obligation to make such changes to products manufactured previously.
Use only genuine First Products parts. Substituting parts will void warranty and may not meet
standards required for safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number
of your equipment in the spaces provided below:
MODEL: __________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER: _________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: _____________________
Read and understand the instructions and warnings carefully before using
this machine.
Read the warranty located on page 19. Fill in the required information on
the warranty registration provided and return to the address on the front of
this manual. The warranty registration must be returned to validate
warranty.
REMEMBER SAFETY IS ALWAYS FIRST!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION..................................................1
TABLEOFCONTENTS..........................................2
GENERALINFORMATION...................................3
SPECIFICATIONSforND‐72................................3
SAFETYSYMBOLS...............................................4
SAFETYRULES.....................................................5
Training..........................................................5
Preparation.....................................................5
Operation........................................................5
Transportation................................................6
Maintenance...................................................6
Storage...........................................................6
SAFETYDECALS..................................................7
OPERATION........................................................9
Front Coulter Disc Shaft..............................10
Seed Disc Assembly....................................10
Seeders.........................................................10
Attaching Multi-Drill...................................11
1. Standard Cat. II 3-point hitch:............11
2. Standard Cat. II Quick hitch:..............11
Seeder Setup.................................................12
Seeder Calibration...................................12
Seed Depth Adjustment (ND-72)..............14
Changing Seed Plates..............................15
CLEANING........................................................17
After Each Use.............................................17
Periodic or Before Extended Storage..........17
WARRANTYINFORMATION.............................18
PartsBook........................................................23
RowUnitGroup...........................................23
DiamondMountGroup...............................27
PresswheelArmGroup................................28
SpringRodGroup.........................................29
CoulterShaftGroup.....................................30
FrameGroup................................................31
FrametoHopperGroup..............................35
HopperGroup..............................................37
AgitatorGroup.............................................41
SpoutTrayGroup.........................................42
AuxiliarySeedbox(optional)........................43
AuxiliaryBoxAgitatorGroup.......................47
AuxiliaryBoxtoHopperGroup....................48
Electrical......................................................49
TowHitchGroup..........................................53
HydraulicsGroup.........................................54
Electrical(Micro‐Trac)..................................55
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GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your Multi-Drill. Read
it carefully. It furnishes information and istructions that will help you achieve years of
dependable performance. These instructions have been compiled from extensive field
experience and engineering data. Some informatin may be general in nature due to unknown and
variying operating conditions. However, through experience and these instructions, you should
be able to develp procedures suitable to your particular situation.
The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing, but due to
possible inline production changes, your machine may vary slightly in detail. We reserve the
right to redesign and change the machines as may be necessary without notification.
Throughout this manual, references are made to right and left locations. These are determined
by standing behind the equipment facing the direction of forward travel.
SPECIFICATIONS for ND-72
Workin
g
Width 72”
Overall Width 92 ¼”
Disc Diamete
r
Coulter disc: 16” / Seed disc: 13.5”
Disc Spacin
g
9”
Hitch Cate
g
or
y
CAT II
Quick Hitch Compatible Yes
H
y
draulic Lift Compatible No
Towin
g
Hitch Compatible Yes
Gua
g
e Wheels 20 ½ X 8 X 10 (Implement Tire – 20 mph max)
Wei
g
ht w/ all options 2400 Lbs
Primary Seedbox Capacity 10 Bushels
Auxiliar
y
Seedbox Capcit
y
3 ½ Bushels
Primar
y
Seed Distribution Metho
d
Gravit
y
metered into rows
Seed Depth Gauge Metho
d
Guage Wheel
–
Infinite screw adjustmen
t
Warning
Multi-Drill should never be operated with any safety shielding removed.
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
This is a standard safety alert symbol meaning
CAUTION
Indicates hazardous situation, injury may
occur, used to alert against carelessness.
WARNING
Indicates potentially hazardous situation. Death
or serious injury may occur if proper
procedures are not followed.
DANGER
Indicates most hazardous situation. Death or
serious injury will occur if proper procedures
are not followed.
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SAFETY RULES
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacturing of our products. However, our
efforts to provide safe equipment can be avoided by an operator’s careless act. Accident
prevention ultimately is dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgement, and proper training
of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment.
It is incumbent upon every operator to practice proper safety protocol to avoid life-threatening
situations.
Training
Safety instructions are important! Read all
attachment and power unit manuals; follow
all safety rules and safety decal information.
Failure to follow instructions or safety rules
can result in serious injury or death.
Know your controls and how to stop engine
and attachment quickly in an emergency.
Operators must be instructed in and be
capable of the safe operation of the
equipment, its attachments, and all controls.
Do not allow anyone to operate this
equipment without proper instructions.
Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
Preparation
Check that all hardware is properly installed.
Always tighten to torque chart specifications
unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
Always wear relatively tight and belted
clothing to avoid getting caught in moving
parts. Wear proper personal protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and
head.
Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. See Safety Decals
section for location and part numbers for
ordering replacements.
A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
weight must be on the tractor’s front wheels
when attachments are in transport position.
Without this weight, front tractor wheels
could raise up and result in loss of steering.
Operation
Keep bystanders away from equipment.
Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial
light.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away
from equipment while engine is running.
Stay clear of all moving parts.
Always comply with all state and local
lighting and marking requirements.
Never allow riders on power unit or
attachment.
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt
securely fastened. Falling off power unit
can result in death from being run over or
crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in
“locked up” position at all times.
Always sit in power unit seat when
operating controls or starting engine.
Securely fasten seat belt, place transmission
in neutral, engage brake, and ensure all other
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controls are disengaged before starting
power unit engine.
Look down and to the rear and make sure
area is clear before traveling in reverse.
Do not operate seeder in reverse.
Use extreme care when working close to
fences, ditches, other obstructions, or on
hillsides.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not start, stop, or change directions
suddenly on slopes.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed
on slopes and rough terrain.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain
during operation.
Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off
engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any
damage before resuming operation.
Transportation
Use additional caution and reduce speed
when under adverse surface conditions,
turning, or on inclines.
A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
weight must be on the tractor’s front wheels
when attachments are in transport position.
Without this weight, front tractor wheels
could raise up and result in loss of steering.
The weight may be attained with front wheel
weights, ballast in tires, front tractor
weights, or front loader. Weigh the tractor
and equipment. Do not estimate.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Always attach safety chain to tractor
drawbar when transporting unit.
Never exceed 25 mph (40.2 hm/h) during
transport. Multi-drill is not designed for
highway transportation.
Maintenance
Before dismounting power unit or
performing any service or maintenance,
follow these steps: 1) disengage power to
equipment 2) lower unit to ground 3)
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic
pressure 4) set parking brake 5) stop engine
6) remove key 7) unfasten seat belt.
NEVER GO UNDERNEATH
EQUIPMENT. Never place any part of the
body underneath equipment or between
moveable parts even when the engine has
been turned off. Hydraulic system leak-
down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical
failures, or movement of control levers can
cause equipment to drop or rotate
unexpectedly resulting in severe injury or
death. (Service work does not require going
underneath).
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustment, service,
or maintenance.
Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque
chart specifications. Check that all cotter
pins are installed securely to ensure
equipment is in a safe condition before
putting unit into service.
Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. See Safety Decals
section for location and corresponding part
numbers.
Storage
Block equipment securely for storage.
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Cover with tarp included with seeder. Keep children and bystanders away from
storage area.
SAFETY DECALS
Your implement comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you
safely operate your implement.
1. Read and follow decal directions.
2. Keep all safety decals clean and legible.
3. Replace all damaged or missing decals.
4. Refer to this section for proper decal placement.
Avoid spraying too close to decals when using a pressure washer; high pressure water can enter
through very small scratches or under edges of decals causing them to peel or come off.
To install new decals:
Clean the area the decal is to be placed. Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface being
careful not to cause air bubbles under label.
Figure 1. Safety Decal placement on Multi-Drill
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1 – General Warning (DS50-067)
2 – Operator Warning (DS50-068)
3 – Pinch Point (AE50-075)
4 – No Riders (AG50-089)
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OPERATION
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this seeder. The operator must be properly
trained. Operators should be familiar with the equipment, the tractor, and all safety practices
before starting operation. Read the safety rules and safety decals provided in this operator’s
manual.
The Multi-Drill is an excellent primary seeder, food plot seeder, and conservation seeder. Its
primary function is to deliver a variety of seed to the soil at the desired depth with minimal ground
disturbance. The Multi-Drill does this utilizing a series of discs to cut narrow slits in the ground
where seed is precisely positioned at the proper depth and packed down via closing wheels. The
Multi-Drill is capable of planting multiple seed varieties at once due to its optional second seed
box attachment. Seed plates are adjusted on the hoppers to achieve the desired seed rates while
electric actuators shuttle the hopper outlets open and closed. When the electric actuators open the
hopper outlets, an electric motor stirs the seed over every outlet to encourage the free flow of seed
at the measured rate. The speed of the electric motor can be manipulated to finetune the seed rate.
WARNING
Power unit must be equipped with Roll Over Protection System (ROPS) or ROPS cab and
seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from
being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in” locked up” position at all times.
Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.
Keep bystanders away from equipment.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear
of all moving parts.
CAUTION
Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
set parking brake, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming operation.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts.
Wear proper personal protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head.
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