Kinze 4900 Front Folding Planter Rev. 5/14 User Manual
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M0247-01
Model 4900
7-6
Rev. 5/14
TM
Troubleshooting
VACUUM SEED METER - Continued
PRObLEM
POSSIbLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Not planting seed.
(Continued)
Seed baffle (if applicable) not allowing seed
flow due to bridging of seed.
Mix talc thoroughly to coat all seeds. Remove
seed baffle. Row Unit Operation section.
High vacuum.
Adjust vacuum level to appropriate level.
Wrong seed disc.
Replace seed disc.
Singulator setting not aggressive enough.
Adjust singulator.
Faulty vacuum gauge.
Check gauge line for dirt/obstruction.
Repair/replace vacuum gauge.
Poor seed spacing.
Obstruction in seed tube.
Clean seed tube.
Dirty/damaged seed disc.
Inspect seed disc for damage, foreign material
in orifices or seed treatment buildup in
recesses. Clean or replace.
Wrong vacuum setting.
Adjust vacuum to appropriate level.
Excess foreign material in seed.
Inspect and clean meter and seed discs.
Use clean, undamaged seed.
Incorrect singulator setting.
Adjust singulator to appropriate setting.
Inconsistent driveline.
Inspect drive components for rust,
misalignment, worn or damaged parts.
Replace/repair as required.
Toolbar not level or wrong height.
Adjust hitch to level toolbar and row units.
Planting too fast for conditions.
Reduce speed.
Rough field conditions.
Reduce speed.
Irregular seed
population.
Driving too fast.
Reduce speed.
Unable to achieve
desired vacuum level.
Tractor hydraulic flow set too low.
Increase flow to fan motor.
Incorrect hydraulic connections.
Check all hydraulic connections and hose
routings.
Damaged fan components.
Inspect motor and impeller for wear/damage
and repair/replace as necessary.
Vacuum hose pinched/kinked/blocked.
Inspect air lines for any damage or obstruction.
Clean air lines and manifold by removing end
cap from manifold and running fan at high
speed.
Vacuum hose loose/disconnected.
Inspect and reattach all air hoses.
Tractor not producing required hydraulic flow/
pressure.
Have tractor serviced by qualified technician.
Dirt in vacuum gauge line.
Check gauge line for dirt/obstruction and clean.