Kinze 3140 Stack Fold Planter Rev. 7/14 - Manual (Page 34)

M0245-01 Model 3140
2-20 9/12
TM
Machine Operation
FLOw CONTROL VALVE ADJUSTMENT
The flow control valve determines the amount of oil flow to the lift assist cylinders.
To adjust oil flow, loosen the jam nut and turn the control clockwise or “in” to restrict flow and counterclockwise or “out”
to increase the flow.
PISTON PUMP MOUNT/DRIVE SPRINg ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the pump drive tension springs by tightening the hex
head adjustment bolts to maintain positive tire contact. The
initial setting should result in a ⅛" gap between coils. Tighten
jam nut against spring plug to hold setting.
Spring Tension
Adjusting Bolt
Jam Nut
Initial Setting
Approx. ⅛" Gap
Between Coils
PLANTINg SPEED
Planters are designed to operate within a speed range of 2 to 8 mph (3.2 - 12.8 kph). See “Rate Charts”. Variations in
ground speed produce variations in rates. Finger pickup seed meter populations tend to be disproportionately higher at
high ground speeds.
NOTE: Seed spacing can be adversely affected at speeds above 5.5 mph (8.8 kph).