Upforce / Downforce spring systems

Planter row-unit downforce is an important factor to ensure consistent and proper depth control. Downforce systems are used to keep the planting units from bouncing on rough seedbeds and to improve planter penetration in heavy residue and harder soil conditions. The amount of downforce required is determined by how the planter is equipped and the field conditions in which the planter is used.

Non-adjustable springs can also be used to apply upforce on the row-units. Upforce can be achieved by changing the orientation of the spring on the parallel arms. This upforce can be used to counteract excess

row-unit margin or extra weight cause by seed, tillage, or other attachments on the row-unit. Upforce springs will limit the maximum amount of downforce that can be place on a row-unit by the downforce system and should only be used in conditions were adequate and consistent depth control is easily maintained.

Non-adjustable springs in the upforce or downforce position can also be used to counteract variances in row to row. When used in conjunction with the pneumatic downforce system, non-adjustable springs can be used to provide a more consistent row-unit margin on each row by compensating for inconsistencies such as tire tracks, different row-unit tillage attachments, and other various attachments.

Non-adjustable springs

Non-adjustable springs, row-unit upforce

A single set of springs apply approximately 90 lb of upforce / downforce per row. Two sets of springs can be used for 180 lb of force per row.

Non-adjustable downforce springs are recommended for use in conventional tilled soil for planting speeds over 5 mph and/or in rough-tilled seedbed conditions. Non-adjustable springs can be used with tillage attachments in lighter, conventional tilled soils. (Not recommended for use with unit- or frame-mounted coulter.)

Dual upforce springs 1700 TR

Adjustable heavy-duty springs

Adjustable, heavy-duty downforce springs

Adjustable, heavy-duty downforce can be used to apply 0 lb to 400 lb of downforce per row and has four settings: 0 lb, 125 lb, 250 lb, and 400 lb. The adjustable, heavy-duty downforce system can be used in all planting conditions and is compatible with all tillage attachments (recommended with unit-mounted coulter, row cleaners, and unit-mounted double-disk fertilizer openers in conservation planting conditions).

NOTE: Compatible with all MaxEmerge™ Plus  planters. Vacuum planters built prior to June 1992 require updated manifold brackets (A52970) to eliminate adjustment interference.

Upforce / Downforce spring systems

Planter row-unit downforce is an important factor to ensure consistent and proper depth control. Downforce systems are used to keep the planting units from bouncing on rough seedbeds and to improve planter penetration in heavy residue and harder soil conditions. The amount of downforce required is determined by how the planter is equipped and the field conditions in which the planter is used.

Non-adjustable springs can also be used to apply upforce on the row-units. Upforce can be achieved by changing the orientation of the spring on the parallel arms. This upforce can be used to counteract excess

row-unit margin or extra weight cause by seed, tillage, or other attachments on the row-unit. Upforce springs will limit the maximum amount of downforce that can be place on a row-unit by the downforce system and should only be used in conditions were adequate and consistent depth control is easily maintained.

Non-adjustable springs in the upforce or downforce position can also be used to counteract variances in row to row. When used in conjunction with the pneumatic downforce system, non-adjustable springs can be used to provide a more consistent row-unit margin on each row by compensating for inconsistencies such as tire tracks, different row-unit tillage attachments, and other various attachments.

Non-adjustable springs

Non-adjustable springs, row-unit upforce

A single set of springs apply approximately 90 lb of upforce / downforce per row. Two sets of springs can be used for 180 lb of force per row.

Non-adjustable downforce springs are recommended for use in conventional tilled soil for planting speeds over 5 mph and/or in rough-tilled seedbed conditions. Non-adjustable springs can be used with tillage attachments in lighter, conventional tilled soils. (Not recommended for use with unit- or frame-mounted coulter.)

Dual upforce springs 1700 TR

Adjustable heavy-duty springs

Adjustable, heavy-duty downforce springs

Adjustable, heavy-duty downforce can be used to apply 0 lb to 400 lb of downforce per row and has four settings: 0 lb, 125 lb, 250 lb, and 400 lb. The adjustable, heavy-duty downforce system can be used in all planting conditions and is compatible with all tillage attachments (recommended with unit-mounted coulter, row cleaners, and unit-mounted double-disk fertilizer openers in conservation planting conditions).

NOTE: Compatible with all MaxEmerge™ Plus  planters. Vacuum planters built prior to June 1992 require updated manifold brackets (A52970) to eliminate adjustment interference.

Upforce / Downforce spring systems

Planter row-unit downforce is an important factor to ensure consistent and proper depth control. Downforce systems are used to keep the planting units from bouncing on rough seedbeds and to improve planter penetration in heavy residue and harder soil conditions. The amount of downforce required is determined by how the planter is equipped and the field conditions in which the planter is used.

Non-adjustable springs can also be used to apply upforce on the row-units. Upforce can be achieved by changing the orientation of the spring on the parallel arms. This upforce can be used to counteract excess

row-unit margin or extra weight cause by seed, tillage, or other attachments on the row-unit. Upforce springs will limit the maximum amount of downforce that can be place on a row-unit by the downforce system and should only be used in conditions were adequate and consistent depth control is easily maintained.

Non-adjustable springs in the upforce or downforce position can also be used to counteract variances in row to row. When used in conjunction with the pneumatic downforce system, non-adjustable springs can be used to provide a more consistent row-unit margin on each row by compensating for inconsistencies such as tire tracks, different row-unit tillage attachments, and other various attachments.

Non-adjustable springs

Non-adjustable springs, row-unit upforce

A single set of springs apply approximately 90 lb of upforce / downforce per row. Two sets of springs can be used for 180 lb of force per row.

Non-adjustable downforce springs are recommended for use in conventional tilled soil for planting speeds over 5 mph and/or in rough-tilled seedbed conditions. Non-adjustable springs can be used with tillage attachments in lighter, conventional tilled soils. (Not recommended for use with unit- or frame-mounted coulter.)

Dual upforce springs 1700 TR

Adjustable heavy-duty springs

Adjustable, heavy-duty downforce springs

Adjustable, heavy-duty downforce can be used to apply 0 lb to 400 lb of downforce per row and has four settings: 0 lb, 125 lb, 250 lb, and 400 lb. The adjustable, heavy-duty downforce system can be used in all planting conditions and is compatible with all tillage attachments (recommended with unit-mounted coulter, row cleaners, and unit-mounted double-disk fertilizer openers in conservation planting conditions).

NOTE: Compatible with all MaxEmerge™ Plus  planters. Vacuum planters built prior to June 1992 require updated manifold brackets (A52970) to eliminate adjustment interference.

Half-width drive disconnect

To add half-width row-unit drive disconnect to a planter, order the following attachment.

Allows shutting off half of the planter when planting point rows, headlands, etc., so as not to plant double seed.

NOTE: When added to these planters that have SeedStar™ monitor, BA30921 frame control box is required. This box has the switch to activate the half-width disconnect system.

For MY2009 planters and earlier, a frame/lighting harness needs to be ordered. All planters MY2009 and newer should already have this harness installed. The model-specific harnesses are as follows:

• 1760NT 8R30—Harness part number AA68458
• 1760 Rigid and Flex 12R30—Harness part number AA68458
• 1770 Flex 12R30—Harness part number AA68457

Also, for SeedStar use, the following model-specific harnesses need to be ordered:

• 1760NT 8R30—Harness part number AA68456
• 1760 Rigid and Flex 12R30—Harness part number AA68455
• 1770 Flex 12R30—Harness part number AA68454

The following parts need to be ordered to make BA30922 compatible for the 1760 Planter with ComputerTrak™ monitor: 

Rear-mount insecticide bracket

Rear-mount bracket permits mounting insecticide band spreader behind closing wheels when only insecticide is used.

NOTES: Bracket is also available through Service Parts. Not compatible with seed packer wheel attachment or disk closing system.

RowCommand controls seed output

RowCommand for chain drive

Controlling input costs and improving productivity are key producer requirements today. RowCommand is an effective, integrated John Deere solution designed to meet these intensifying needs.

The RowCommand system manages seed output, reduces yield drag and improves harvest capabilities on select chain-driven MaxEmerge™ XP planters.

NOTE: Chain-drive RowCommand is only compatible with planters equipped with pneumatic downforce systems. On planters equipped with the heavy-duty downforce springs, potential chain interference may result and is not recommended.

NOTE: Chain-drive RowCommand requires some modification to brackets in order to function with corn finger pickup meters. Information on the modifications needed is found in the following sales material.

RowCommand controls seed output by incorporating individual, low-amperage clutches inside the chain-drive gearbox. Clutches are completely enclosed within the gearbox housing to protect them from the elements and harsh operating conditions.  

When power is supplied, either manually or through the Swath Control Pro™ solution, clutches disengage the seed meters and the seed flow stops. Controlling seed output at individual rows reduces overplanting in point rows and maximizes seed placement when entering/exiting headlands.

Planter compatibility

RowCommand is available as an attachment for field conversion (AFC) for the following chain-drive planter models equipped with pneumatic downforce systems.

RowCommand is also compatible and designed to fit on those model year 2003 to 2008 (serial number range 700101 - 729999) planter models listed above that do not have controller area network (CAN) based frame control or CAN-based half-width disconnect. For model year 2008 and earlier planters (serial number -729999 and below), the correct AFC bundle along with additional components (planter mainframe monitoring harness, SeedStar™ 2 controller, and CAN adapter harness) are required for RowCommand operation. 

For all RowCommand eligible planters equipped with a mechanical transmission, a height sensor is required in order for RowCommand functionality.

Chain-drive RowCommand and heavy-duty downforce

Chain interference with heavy-duty downforce

As seen in the above image, chain interference may result when operating chain-drive RowCommand on planters equipped with short- and long- parallel arms and heavy-duty downforce springs.

NOTE: Chain-drive RowCommand is only compatible with planters equipped with pneumatic downforce systems. On planters equipped with the heavy-duty downforce springs, potential chain interference may result and is not recommended.

Chain-drive RowCommand with corn finger pickup meters

Bracket material removal

Due to the design characteristics of the chain drive RowCommand clutch, some modification to the corn finger pickup meter drive bracket is required. As seen in the picture to the left, some material needs to be removed from the front of the meter drive bracket in order for the chain drive RowCommand clutch to have sufficient space for installation.

NOTE: Chain-drive RowCommand requires some modification to brackets in order to function with corn finger pickup meters.

System requirements

By design, power is only supplied to the clutch when a signal is received to stop planting. In a normal planting condition no power is supplied and the clutch is de-energized. 

Power for the RowCommand system is provided from the nine-pin ISO implement connector. All late-model 8X00 and 9X00 Series John Deere Tractors equipped with the nine-pin ISO implement connector are capable of supplying ample power for system operation. 

Along with ample system power, a GreenStar™ 2 display and SeedStar 2 monitoring is required for operation and control interface. The GreenStar 2 display is where system setup, control settings, and manual control functions are performed. 

RowCommand controls seed output

RowCommand on a Pro-Series™ row-unit

Controlling input costs and improving productivity are key producer requirements today. RowCommand is an effective, integrated John Deere solution designed to meet these intensifying needs. The RowCommand system manages seed output, reduces yield drag and improves harvest capabilities on all Pro-Shaft driven row-units—on both Pro-Series XP and MaxEmerge™ XP planter.

RowCommand controls seed output by incorporating individual, low-amperage clutches inside the Pro-Shaft drive gearbox. Clutches are completely enclosed within the gearbox housing to protect them from the elements and harsh operating conditions.

When power is supplied, either manually or through John Deere Section Control, clutches disengage the seed meters and the seed flow stops. Controlling seed output at individual rows reduces overplanting in point rows and maximizes seed placement when entering/exiting headlands.

Planter models and compatibility

RowCommand is available as a factory-installed option or as an attachment for field conversion (AFC) attachment. The RowCommand system is designed for the entire list of planter models as follows.

NOTE: Factory installation of RowCommand will replace one-half or one-third width disconnect clutch components on the planter drive.

Compatibility

RowCommand is also compatible and designed to fit on model year 2003 to 2008 (serial number range 700101 - 729999) planter models listed above that do not have controller area network (CAN) based frame control or CAN-based half-width disconnect. For model year 2008 and earlier planters (serial number -729999 and below), the correct AFC bundle attachment along with additional components (planter mainframe monitoring harness, SeedStar™ 2 or SeedStar XP controller, CAN adapter harness) are required for RowCommand operation.

For all RowCommand eligible planters equipped with a mechanical transmission, a height sensor is required in order for RowCommand functionality.

NOTE: RowCommand is compatible on MaxEmerge XP row-units with vacuum and corn-finger pickup meters. However, for Pro-Series XP row-units, RowCommand is compatible on vacuum meters only and is not compatible on corn-finger pickup meters. There is a select group of planters that might have Pro-Series XP row-units with corn-finger pickup meters in which RowCommand will not be compatible.

System requirements

RowCommand is a simple and efficient means to control individual row planting through the use of low-voltage electric clutches. Each clutch, when activated, consumes no more than 0.5 amp. 

By design, power is only supplied to the clutch when a signal is received to stop planting. In a normal planting condition no power is supplied and the clutch is de-energized. 

Power for the RowCommand system is provided from the nine-pin ISO implement connector. All late-model 8X00 and 9X00 Series John Deere Tractors equipped with the nine-pin ISO implement connector are capable of supplying ample power for system operation. 

Along with ample system power, a GreenStar™ 2 Display and SeedStar 2 or SeedStar XP monitoring is required for operation and control interface. The GreenStar 2 Display is where system setup, control settings, and manual control functions are performed. 

These items can be ordered to convert planter from plate or plateless meters to vacuum meter system.

• Vacuum pump and manifold system
• Vacuum manifold automatic disconnect (for flex-fold planters)
• Seed hoppers, lids, and drive
• Vacuum seed meter disk
• Vacuum meter assemblies

NOTE: Order seed metering disks from ''Attachments'' section. BA26722 vacuum level sensor recommended if planter is equipped with SeedStar^TM  monitoring system.

Active pneumatic compressor assembly

Hydraulic motor

John Deere active pneumatic downforce makes getting the planting accuracy desired even easier. A hydraulically driven compressor works with the SeedStar™ 3 HP system and SeedStar XP system to automate downforce control. Just set the row-unit target margin value and the active pneumatic downforce system works automatically to make sure the planter maintains this value-achieving precise soil penetration, and consistent planting depth without sidewall soil compaction. This frees the operator from constantly making manual downforce adjustments as conditions change. It also allows the operator to focus on all the other planting factors that drive up yields, like seed singulation and spacing.

This system also offers a split rank control feature for split-row planters. On top of actively controlling the pneumatic downforce system across the planter, John Deere active downforce will control the front and rear rows of split-row planter independently. This compensates for differing downforce requirements between the ranks and will help maintain an accurate planting depth and consistent margin across all the rows.

Single-rank planters such as the 1770NT, 1790 24Row20, and Deere Bauer Planters except for the DB60 47Row15 require a compressor assembly and hydraulic hose kit to complete the field conversion. The 1790 and DB60 47Row15 Split-Row Planters require the compressor with split rank control, hydraulic hose kit, and the PDF hose kit for split rank control. Additional components maybe needed depending on model year.

Drag closing system

Designed to improve seed emergence in particularly difficult soil conditions that severely bake and crust after planting. These conditions are found primarily in irrigated cotton planting areas of the southwestern United States.

A seed packer wheel precedes the drag and pushes seed down into the moist soil. Drag brings loose soil into seed furrow without compaction. Without the typical closing compaction, the covering soil acts like a mulch, reducing the tendency to crust for improved seed emergence.

Only for use in fields that are relatively level and free of residue and clods that could cause plugging.

NOTE: Not compatible with leveling chains, tine tooth incorporators, rear-mounted granular insecticide or herbicide attachments, seed packer wheel or insecticide diffusers.

Cast-iron closing wheel system

To convert planters equipped with rubber-tire closing wheels to cast-iron closing wheels.

May be used where rubber-tire closing wheels do not adequately close seed trench.

For individual cast wheels only, order AA34350 from Service Parts.

NOTE: Cast-iron closing wheels are not recommended in conventional tilled ground.

Rubber tire closing system

Rubber tire closing system

Rubber tire wheels are recommended for most conventional, minimum-till, and no-till planting conditions. Multiple levels of spring force are available, and are easily set with the integrated T-handle adjustment.

Cast iron closing wheels

Cast-closing wheels

Cast-iron wheels are recommended for use in tough soil conditions where additional closing force is required.

Disk closing system

Disk closing system

The disk closing system is recommended for very shallow planting depths. Two small disks are used to gently firm soil around the seed. These disks are followed by a wide packer wheel to gently pack the soil surface. This system is not recommended for use in high residue applications.

Rubber-tire closing wheel

Converts planters equipped with cast-iron closing wheels to rubber-tire closing wheels.

Used in all types of planting conditions.

For individual rubber-tire closing wheels only, order AA39968 from Service Parts.

Limited by their ability to close seed trench in extreme soil conditions.

NOTE: For wheels only, order AA39968 from Parts.

Furrowers with solid or notched leading blade

Used in tilled soil to move dry soil away from the planting unit path to plant in moist soil.

NOTE: Cannot be used on row spacing of less than 30 in.

Furrowers are used in conservation tillage conditions to sweep trash and a small volume of soil to the sides to clear a path for the planting unit.

Furrowers have alternating right and left-hand leading blade to assure straight planter draft.

Effectiveness of furrowers is limited by the trash-cutting ability of the attachment.

Available with two 13-in. solid blades or with a notched blade in the leading position. Leading notched blade provides improved cutting action.

The blade mounting bracket is adjustable to change the contact angle for improved sweeping action.

Depth is easily adjustable. Convenient pointer and scale give easy-to-read reference point.

Furrowers are not compatible with unit or frame-mounted coulters.

Drive chain shields are required when using conservation disk furrower with planters that have drive/gauge wheels mounted to the rear. (Not required on 1760, 1770 12Row30 or 1780 Planters.)

Upforce / Downforce spring systems

Planter row-unit downforce is an important factor to ensure consistent and proper depth control. Downforce systems are used to keep the planting units from bouncing on rough seedbeds and to improve planter penetration in heavy residue and harder soil conditions. The amount of downforce required is determined by how the planter is equipped and the field conditions in which the planter is used.

Non-adjustable springs can also be used to apply upforce on the row-units. Upforce can be achieved by changing the orientation of the spring on the parallel arms. This upforce can be used to counteract excess

row-unit margin or extra weight cause by seed, tillage, or other attachments on the row-unit. Upforce springs will limit the maximum amount of downforce that can be place on a row-unit by the downforce system and should only be used in conditions were adequate and consistent depth control is easily maintained.

Non-adjustable springs in the upforce or downforce position can also be used to counteract variances in row to row. When used in conjunction with the pneumatic downforce system, non-adjustable springs can be used to provide a more consistent row-unit margin on each row by compensating for inconsistencies such as tire tracks, different row-unit tillage attachments, and other various attachments.

Non-adjustable springs

Non-adjustable springs, row-unit upforce

A single set of springs apply approximately 90 lb of upforce / downforce per row. Two sets of springs can be used for 180 lb of force per row.

Non-adjustable downforce springs are recommended for use in conventional tilled soil for planting speeds over 5 mph and/or in rough-tilled seedbed conditions. Non-adjustable springs can be used with tillage attachments in lighter, conventional tilled soils. (Not recommended for use with unit- or frame-mounted coulter.)

Dual upforce springs 1700 TR

Adjustable heavy-duty springs

Adjustable, heavy-duty downforce springs

Adjustable, heavy-duty downforce can be used to apply 0 lb to 400 lb of downforce per row and has four settings: 0 lb, 125 lb, 250 lb, and 400 lb. The adjustable, heavy-duty downforce system can be used in all planting conditions and is compatible with all tillage attachments (recommended with unit-mounted coulter, row cleaners, and unit-mounted double-disk fertilizer openers in conservation planting conditions).

NOTE: Compatible with all MaxEmerge™ Plus  planters. Vacuum planters built prior to June 1992 require updated manifold brackets (A52970) to eliminate adjustment interference.

17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) single-disk opener installed

Double-disk opener assembly

Frame-mounted fertilizer openers are recommended for the following tillage conditions:

Depending on the model, single-disk or double-disk frame-mounted fertilizer openers options are available to meet a wide range of operating conditions. The single-disk frame-mounted fertilizer opener is the most robust and versatile of the two frame-mounted options. 

There are two designs of frame-mounted single disk fertilizer openers available for planters today:

• One design mounts to rigid frame or folding planters and utilizes a steel upper arm for secure mounting.  This style opener is shown in the right-hand picture above and has been available for a number of years.
• The second design of frame-mounted single-disk openers is strictly for 17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) frames and is for use on the 1775NT and 1795 Planters (excluding the 24Row20). This design incorporates a longer curved upper casting and is shown in the left-hand picture above.

Single-disk fertilizer openers feature a gauge wheel to:

• Gauge fertilizer application depth
• Minimize soil disruption

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener has the ability to be locked up in the raised position on 1795 Split-Row Planters. This eliminates excessive wear to the openers when planting soybeans with a 1795 and the openers are not utilized. There are two bundles required for updating 1795 Split-Row Planters. One bundle is used for the center frame section and the other bundle is for wing sections.

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener cannot be locked up in the raised position on 1775NT Planters due to frame tube and opener contact. The steel opener for rigid or folding planters (non-NT) can be raised somewhat by screwing up the spring assembly but cannot be completely raised from the soil.

NOTES:

1. Single-disk openers on 8Row30 1755 frames are limited to placement of 7.6 cm to 15.2 cm (3 in. to 6 in.) off the row on rows 4 and 5.
2. Single-disk opener is not recommended for loose, soft soil conditions unless equipped with cast spout.
3. Single-disk opener has optional heavy-duty spring A50733 (Parts) if more down force is needed in tough no-till conditions.
4. Double-disk opener is not compatible with frame-mounted coulter.

NOTE: Order number of opener bundles to match number of planter row units (i.e., 4Row 1755 Planter requires four BA91211 double-disk openers or two BA91212 single-disk openers).

17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) single-disk opener installed

Double-disk opener assembly

Frame-mounted fertilizer openers are recommended for the following tillage conditions:

Depending on the model, single-disk or double-disk frame-mounted fertilizer openers options are available to meet a wide range of operating conditions. The single-disk frame-mounted fertilizer opener is the most robust and versatile of the two frame-mounted options. 

There are two designs of frame-mounted single disk fertilizer openers available for planters today:

• One design mounts to rigid frame or folding planters and utilizes a steel upper arm for secure mounting.  This style opener is shown in the right-hand picture above and has been available for a number of years.
• The second design of frame-mounted single-disk openers is strictly for 17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) frames and is for use on the 1775NT and 1795 Planters (excluding the 24Row20). This design incorporates a longer curved upper casting and is shown in the left-hand picture above.

Single-disk fertilizer openers feature a gauge wheel to:

• Gauge fertilizer application depth
• Minimize soil disruption

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener has the ability to be locked up in the raised position on 1795 Split-Row Planters. This eliminates excessive wear to the openers when planting soybeans with a 1795 and the openers are not utilized. There are two bundles required for updating 1795 Split-Row Planters. One bundle is used for the center frame section and the other bundle is for wing sections.

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener cannot be locked up in the raised position on 1775NT Planters due to frame tube and opener contact. The steel opener for rigid or folding planters (non-NT) can be raised somewhat by screwing up the spring assembly but cannot be completely raised from the soil.

NOTES:

1. Single-disk openers on 8Row30 1755 frames are limited to placement of 7.6 cm to 15.2 cm (3 in. to 6 in.) off the row on rows 4 and 5.
2. Single-disk opener is not recommended for loose, soft soil conditions unless equipped with cast spout.
3. Single-disk opener has optional heavy-duty spring A50733 (Parts) if more down force is needed in tough no-till conditions.
4. Double-disk opener is not compatible with frame-mounted coulter.

NOTE: Order number of opener bundles to match number of planter row units (i.e., 4Row 1755 Planter requires four BA91211 double-disk openers or two BA91212 single-disk openers).

17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) single-disk opener installed

Double-disk opener assembly

Frame-mounted fertilizer openers are recommended for the following tillage conditions:

Depending on the model, single-disk or double-disk frame-mounted fertilizer openers options are available to meet a wide range of operating conditions. The single-disk frame-mounted fertilizer opener is the most robust and versatile of the two frame-mounted options. 

There are two designs of frame-mounted single disk fertilizer openers available for planters today:

• One design mounts to rigid frame or folding planters and utilizes a steel upper arm for secure mounting.  This style opener is shown in the right-hand picture above and has been available for a number of years.
• The second design of frame-mounted single-disk openers is strictly for 17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) frames and is for use on the 1775NT and 1795 Planters (excluding the 24Row20). This design incorporates a longer curved upper casting and is shown in the left-hand picture above.

Single-disk fertilizer openers feature a gauge wheel to:

• Gauge fertilizer application depth
• Minimize soil disruption

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener has the ability to be locked up in the raised position on 1795 Split-Row Planters. This eliminates excessive wear to the openers when planting soybeans with a 1795 and the openers are not utilized. There are two bundles required for updating 1795 Split-Row Planters. One bundle is used for the center frame section and the other bundle is for wing sections.

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener cannot be locked up in the raised position on 1775NT Planters due to frame tube and opener contact. The steel opener for rigid or folding planters (non-NT) can be raised somewhat by screwing up the spring assembly but cannot be completely raised from the soil.

NOTES:

1. Single-disk openers on 8Row30 1755 frames are limited to placement of 7.6 cm to 15.2 cm (3 in. to 6 in.) off the row on rows 4 and 5.
2. Single-disk opener is not recommended for loose, soft soil conditions unless equipped with cast spout.
3. Single-disk opener has optional heavy-duty spring A50733 (Parts) if more down force is needed in tough no-till conditions.
4. Double-disk opener is not compatible with frame-mounted coulter.

NOTE: Order number of opener bundles to match number of planter row units (i.e., 4Row 1755 Planter requires four BA91211 double-disk openers or two BA91212 single-disk openers).

17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) single-disk opener installed

Double-disk opener assembly

Frame-mounted fertilizer openers are recommended for the following tillage conditions:

Depending on the model, single-disk or double-disk frame-mounted fertilizer openers options are available to meet a wide range of operating conditions. The single-disk frame-mounted fertilizer opener is the most robust and versatile of the two frame-mounted options. 

There are two designs of frame-mounted single disk fertilizer openers available for planters today:

• One design mounts to rigid frame or folding planters and utilizes a steel upper arm for secure mounting.  This style opener is shown in the right-hand picture above and has been available for a number of years.
• The second design of frame-mounted single-disk openers is strictly for 17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) frames and is for use on the 1775NT and 1795 Planters (excluding the 24Row20). This design incorporates a longer curved upper casting and is shown in the left-hand picture above.

Single-disk fertilizer openers feature a gauge wheel to:

• Gauge fertilizer application depth
• Minimize soil disruption

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener has the ability to be locked up in the raised position on 1795 Split-Row Planters. This eliminates excessive wear to the openers when planting soybeans with a 1795 and the openers are not utilized. There are two bundles required for updating 1795 Split-Row Planters. One bundle is used for the center frame section and the other bundle is for wing sections.

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener cannot be locked up in the raised position on 1775NT Planters due to frame tube and opener contact. The steel opener for rigid or folding planters (non-NT) can be raised somewhat by screwing up the spring assembly but cannot be completely raised from the soil.

NOTES:

1. Single-disk openers on 8Row30 1755 frames are limited to placement of 7.6 cm to 15.2 cm (3 in. to 6 in.) off the row on rows 4 and 5.
2. Single-disk opener is not recommended for loose, soft soil conditions unless equipped with cast spout.
3. Single-disk opener has optional heavy-duty spring A50733 (Parts) if more down force is needed in tough no-till conditions.
4. Double-disk opener is not compatible with frame-mounted coulter.

NOTE: Order number of opener bundles to match number of planter row units (i.e., 4Row 1755 Planter requires four BA91211 double-disk openers or two BA91212 single-disk openers).

Floating row cleaner

Floating row cleaner side view

When paired with a unit-mounted coulter, the floating combo row cleaner offers the ultimate solution for managing tough residue and soil conditions. The row cleaner clears the way of debris, and the coulter penetrates tough soil, opening the furrow for the row unit opener blades. The floating ability of the row cleaner allows the unit to adapt to varying terrain independently of the row unit.

Features

The floating row cleaner allows a row cleaner to be used in conjunction with a unit-mounted coulter.This combination is often desired in heavy residue loads and tough reduced tillage planting conditions. The floating row cleaner features the SharkTooth® wheel. The beveled, sharpened edge of the teeth on the SharkTooth aggressively cuts flat and standing residue in the path of the row unit. The curved tooth design sweeps a clear path for the unit mounted coulter and opener blades, and resists residue buildup.

When used with the unit mounted coulter, the wheels are run side-by-side. They may be operated with one wheel forward if desired, by simply relocating the wheels to existing holes on the row cleaner bracket. The wheel bearings of the floating row cleaner are sealed and require no regular maintenance.

Cast aluminum depth gauge bands are standard equipment on the floating row cleaner. These durable bands are mounted directly to the row cleaner wheel, and aid the row cleaner in maintaining a consistent operating depth over varying terrain. The depth gauge bands also add weight to the row cleaner, aiding penetration in tough conditions. The depth gauge bands may be removed if desired.

Adjustability

The floating row cleaner is designed with maximum terrain following flexibility in mind. The pin adjustment has multiple settings available in 6.4-mm (1/4-in.) increments. The primary method of operating is to limit the maximum depth of operation, and allow the row cleaner to float up when necessary. This is accomplished by placing the adjustment pin below the floating bracket, limiting downward travel, but permitting upward travel. 

It is also possible to set the row unit in a manner allowing full float. Simply place the pin in the lowest setting, allowing the depth gauge bands to determine the operating depth up and down. In some conditions, it may be desirable to pin the unit in a fixed position. This may be accomplished by simply pinning through the floating arm, fixing the row cleaner arm to the row unit and allowing the row unit to control operating depth.

Operational notes

NOTES:

• Not compatible with any row spacing less than 76.2 cm (30 in.), except the 1790 Split-Row Planter.
• Not compatible with Deere/Bauer or Deere/Orthman planters.
• Drive wheel chain shields are recommended for use with row cleaner attachments.
• Long parallel arms are required for use on:
  • 1750
  • 1760NT
  • 1770NT when used in conjunction with frame mounted fertilizer openers
  • 1790 front rank when used with frame mounted fertilizer openers
  • 1790 rear rank
• For available long parallel arm attachments for field conversion, please click here.
• Use of long parallel arms is recommended, but not required, when using the floating row cleaner on 1770 Flex Planters in conjunction with frame-mounted fertilizer openers. Use of long parallel arms on these machines will maximize the distance between the fertilizer openers and the row cleaner, preventing interference and maximizing residue flow.
• Other row cleaner designs are available for use without a unit mounted coulter, or for use with unit-mounted double disk fertilizer openers.
• Use of row cleaners and unit-mounted coulters is not recommended when surface application pre-plant herbicide is used prior to planting. when using pre-plant incorporated herbicide, the row cleaner should be adjusted to minimize soil disturbance so as not to reduce the effectiveness of the incorporated herbicide.

SharkTooth is a trademark of Yetter Manufacturing, Inc.

Tine tooth incorporator

Designed to offer full flexibility to follow ground contours and effectively mix soil and chemicals. Also levels soil and leaves it loose to further reduce the chance for crusting or erosion.

Tooth angle and penetration are easily adjusted for more or less aggressive action depending on the soil texture.

NOTE: Not compatible with disk closing system or seed packer wheel attachment.

Low-, regular-, and high-rate feed augers are available to meter fertilizer in the quantity required.

For 76.2-cm (30-in.) rows, the approximate rate of application is as follows:

For 101.6 (40-in.) rows, the approximate rate of application is as follows:

NOTES:

1. Larger amounts will be applied to narrower row spacings and smaller amounts will be applied to wider row spacings. 
2. Weight metered may vary from that indicated because the fertilizer attachment will meter by volume, not by weight, and because of differences in fertilizer. 
3. Multiples of the augers are required for 8-row, 12-row, and 16-row applications.

Dry fertilizer attachment

Hoppers hold approximately 550 lb of fertilizer for longer operating time between fill-ups.

Hopper lids provide large opening for fast filling with less spillage.

Hoppers pivot for easy dumping and cleaning.

Transmission (two on front-fold model) has 24 sprocket combinations in consistent 6 percent increments to allow applying fertilizer at the desired application rate.

Includes hoppers, transmissions, and drives. Requires augers and openers or surface application brackets.

NOTES:

1. Warning and tail lamps recommended for planter since fertilizer attachment could obscure tractor tail and/or warning lights. 
2. 1780 fertilizer placement on 30-in. row spacing only. 
3. BA91309 can also be used on an 11-row planter; only six rows will fertilize. 6-row wide requires one A47389 coupler and one A47400 coupler from Parts.
4. When adding to a planter with variable rate drive (VRD), additional drive components for the fertilizer attachments will need to be ordered through parts.

Dry fertilizer attachment

Hoppers hold approximately 550 lb of fertilizer for longer operating time between fill-ups.

Hopper lids provide large opening for fast filling with less spillage.

Hoppers pivot for easy dumping and cleaning.

Transmission (two on front-fold model) has 24 sprocket combinations in consistent 6 percent increments to allow applying fertilizer at the desired application rate.

Includes hoppers, transmissions, and drives. Requires augers and openers or surface application brackets.

NOTES:

1. Warning and tail lamps recommended for planter since fertilizer attachment could obscure tractor tail and/or warning lights. 
2. 1780 fertilizer placement on 30-in. row spacing only. 
3. BA91309 can also be used on an 11-row planter; only six rows will fertilize. 6-row wide requires one A47389 coupler and one A47400 coupler from Parts.
4. When adding to a planter with variable rate drive (VRD), additional drive components for the fertilizer attachments will need to be ordered through parts.

17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) single-disk opener installed

Double-disk opener assembly

Frame-mounted fertilizer openers are recommended for the following tillage conditions:

Depending on the model, single-disk or double-disk frame-mounted fertilizer openers options are available to meet a wide range of operating conditions. The single-disk frame-mounted fertilizer opener is the most robust and versatile of the two frame-mounted options. 

There are two designs of frame-mounted single disk fertilizer openers available for planters today:

• One design mounts to rigid frame or folding planters and utilizes a steel upper arm for secure mounting.  This style opener is shown in the right-hand picture above and has been available for a number of years.
• The second design of frame-mounted single-disk openers is strictly for 17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) frames and is for use on the 1775NT and 1795 Planters (excluding the 24Row20). This design incorporates a longer curved upper casting and is shown in the left-hand picture above.

Single-disk fertilizer openers feature a gauge wheel to:

• Gauge fertilizer application depth
• Minimize soil disruption

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener has the ability to be locked up in the raised position on 1795 Split-Row Planters. This eliminates excessive wear to the openers when planting soybeans with a 1795 and the openers are not utilized. There are two bundles required for updating 1795 Split-Row Planters. One bundle is used for the center frame section and the other bundle is for wing sections.

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener cannot be locked up in the raised position on 1775NT Planters due to frame tube and opener contact. The steel opener for rigid or folding planters (non-NT) can be raised somewhat by screwing up the spring assembly but cannot be completely raised from the soil.

NOTES:

1. Single-disk openers on 8Row30 1755 frames are limited to placement of 7.6 cm to 15.2 cm (3 in. to 6 in.) off the row on rows 4 and 5.
2. Single-disk opener is not recommended for loose, soft soil conditions unless equipped with cast spout.
3. Single-disk opener has optional heavy-duty spring A50733 (Parts) if more down force is needed in tough no-till conditions.
4. Double-disk opener is not compatible with frame-mounted coulter.

NOTE: Order number of opener bundles to match number of planter row units (i.e., 4Row 1755 Planter requires four BA91211 double-disk openers or two BA91212 single-disk openers).

17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) single-disk opener installed

Double-disk opener assembly

Frame-mounted fertilizer openers are recommended for the following tillage conditions:

Depending on the model, single-disk or double-disk frame-mounted fertilizer openers options are available to meet a wide range of operating conditions. The single-disk frame-mounted fertilizer opener is the most robust and versatile of the two frame-mounted options. 

There are two designs of frame-mounted single disk fertilizer openers available for planters today:

• One design mounts to rigid frame or folding planters and utilizes a steel upper arm for secure mounting.  This style opener is shown in the right-hand picture above and has been available for a number of years.
• The second design of frame-mounted single-disk openers is strictly for 17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) frames and is for use on the 1775NT and 1795 Planters (excluding the 24Row20). This design incorporates a longer curved upper casting and is shown in the left-hand picture above.

Single-disk fertilizer openers feature a gauge wheel to:

• Gauge fertilizer application depth
• Minimize soil disruption

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener has the ability to be locked up in the raised position on 1795 Split-Row Planters. This eliminates excessive wear to the openers when planting soybeans with a 1795 and the openers are not utilized. There are two bundles required for updating 1795 Split-Row Planters. One bundle is used for the center frame section and the other bundle is for wing sections.

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener cannot be locked up in the raised position on 1775NT Planters due to frame tube and opener contact. The steel opener for rigid or folding planters (non-NT) can be raised somewhat by screwing up the spring assembly but cannot be completely raised from the soil.

NOTES:

1. Single-disk openers on 8Row30 1755 frames are limited to placement of 7.6 cm to 15.2 cm (3 in. to 6 in.) off the row on rows 4 and 5.
2. Single-disk opener is not recommended for loose, soft soil conditions unless equipped with cast spout.
3. Single-disk opener has optional heavy-duty spring A50733 (Parts) if more down force is needed in tough no-till conditions.
4. Double-disk opener is not compatible with frame-mounted coulter.

NOTE: Order number of opener bundles to match number of planter row units (i.e., 4Row 1755 Planter requires four BA91211 double-disk openers or two BA91212 single-disk openers).

17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) single-disk opener installed

Double-disk opener assembly

Frame-mounted fertilizer openers are recommended for the following tillage conditions:

Depending on the model, single-disk or double-disk frame-mounted fertilizer openers options are available to meet a wide range of operating conditions. The single-disk frame-mounted fertilizer opener is the most robust and versatile of the two frame-mounted options. 

There are two designs of frame-mounted single disk fertilizer openers available for planters today:

• One design mounts to rigid frame or folding planters and utilizes a steel upper arm for secure mounting.  This style opener is shown in the right-hand picture above and has been available for a number of years.
• The second design of frame-mounted single-disk openers is strictly for 17.8-cm x 17.8-cm (7-in. x 7-in.) frames and is for use on the 1775NT and 1795 Planters (excluding the 24Row20). This design incorporates a longer curved upper casting and is shown in the left-hand picture above.

Single-disk fertilizer openers feature a gauge wheel to:

• Gauge fertilizer application depth
• Minimize soil disruption

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener has the ability to be locked up in the raised position on 1795 Split-Row Planters. This eliminates excessive wear to the openers when planting soybeans with a 1795 and the openers are not utilized. There are two bundles required for updating 1795 Split-Row Planters. One bundle is used for the center frame section and the other bundle is for wing sections.

The frame-mounted, single-disk opener cannot be locked up in the raised position on 1775NT Planters due to frame tube and opener contact. The steel opener for rigid or folding planters (non-NT) can be raised somewhat by screwing up the spring assembly but cannot be completely raised from the soil.

NOTES:

1. Single-disk openers on 8Row30 1755 frames are limited to placement of 7.6 cm to 15.2 cm (3 in. to 6 in.) off the row on rows 4 and 5.
2. Single-disk opener is not recommended for loose, soft soil conditions unless equipped with cast spout.
3. Single-disk opener has optional heavy-duty spring A50733 (Parts) if more down force is needed in tough no-till conditions.
4. Double-disk opener is not compatible with frame-mounted coulter.

NOTE: Order number of opener bundles to match number of planter row units (i.e., 4Row 1755 Planter requires four BA91211 double-disk openers or two BA91212 single-disk openers).

Rear band spreader shown with windshield

Includes granular insecticide (with components for seed furrow placement and front or rear band spreader capability) plus herbicide with rear-mounted spreader.

Insecticide can be placed ahead of closing wheels (in-furrow or banded) or behind closing wheels (banded).  Hopper, hopper divider, drive, and meters are included.

Windshield is available to decrease wind effect on distribution pattern (order separately).

Rear-mount spreader

In order to add dry chemical (herbicide) capability to planters equipped with MaxEmerge™ row units, the installation of the dry chemical hopper, meter, drive chains, rear-mounted spreader, and related attachment hardware are needed.

As seen fully assembled in the picture to the left, the herbicide spreader is equipped with a series of baffles that distribute the dry granules on the ground in a band approximately 14 in. wide. Along with the spreader assembly, a windshield is available to decrease the effect wind has on distribution pattern (order BA25340 separately).

NOTE: Not compatible with the seed packer wheel attachment or disk closing system.

Seed furrow placement

Band spreader placement

Includes hopper, meter and both seed furrow placement and front band spreader components.

Granular chemical meters have a meter wheel for applications of up to 8 oz. per 1000 ft of row. For higher application rates, order the fluted roller for the meter (A50863) from Parts.

When seed furrow placement is used, insecticide is placed in seed furrow with the seed ahead of closing

wheel.

When band spreader is used, insecticide is placed on ground in a band approximately 7-in. wide ahead or behind closing wheels.

Available with regular or closed-chemical hopper lids.

NOTES:

1. Using rear-mount bracket (Code 9450/BA24528) allows using band spreader behind closing wheels.

2. Not compatible with seed packer wheel attachment or disk closing system.

3. Not compatible with 3.0 bushel seed hoppers.

Rear-mount spreader

In order to add dry chemical (herbicide) capability to planters equipped with MaxEmerge™ row units, the installation of the dry chemical hopper, meter, drive chains, rear-mounted spreader, and related attachment hardware are needed.

As seen fully assembled in the picture to the left, the herbicide spreader is equipped with a series of baffles that distribute the dry granules on the ground in a band approximately 14 in. wide. Along with the spreader assembly, a windshield is available to decrease the effect wind has on distribution pattern (order BA25340 separately).

NOTE: Not compatible with the seed packer wheel attachment or disk closing system.

Seed furrow placement

Band spreader placement

Includes hopper, meter and both seed furrow placement and front band spreader components.

Granular chemical meters have a meter wheel for applications of up to 8 oz. per 1000 ft of row. For higher application rates, order the fluted roller for the meter (A50863) from Parts.

When seed furrow placement is used, insecticide is placed in seed furrow with the seed ahead of closing

wheel.

When band spreader is used, insecticide is placed on ground in a band approximately 7-in. wide ahead or behind closing wheels.

Available with regular or closed-chemical hopper lids.

NOTES:

1. Using rear-mount bracket (Code 9450/BA24528) allows using band spreader behind closing wheels.

2. Not compatible with seed packer wheel attachment or disk closing system.

3. Not compatible with 3.0 bushel seed hoppers.

Liquid herbicide pre-emerge spray attachment

Applies pre-emerge liquid herbicide behind planting units.

Lower parts of attachment pivot rearward to prevent damage from obstructions such as corn stalks. Easy vertical adjustment permits quick setting of spray band width. Adapters are included to allow using flood tip nozzles for extended coverage. Approximate spray widths are:

• ''Even'' type spray tips are recommended for spraying in bands from 7 to 17 in. with the nozzle in the lower position (shown).
• The support tube may be inverted, placing the nozzle in the ''up'' position. Coverage in this position is from 50 to 90 in. in width when using flood type spray tips. This type of coverage is not recommended for less than 1/2 gallon per minute flow.

Check valves, nozzle bodies, and quick-attach nozzle caps are included for changing tips fast and easy without the use of tools. Also, this attachment for field conversion includes the distribution manifolds and hoses.

This attachment for field conversion does not include nozzle tips and strainers; see SprayMaster™ sprayer parts and accessories. Also, this attachment for field conversion does not include but requires (customer-supplied) tractor-mounted controls, tanks, pump and filters.

To adapt 1730 and 1780 Rigid Planters liquid herbicide attachment for 15- through 20-in. row spacing applications. Contains manifold for up to eight rows and hose connector to pump.

Does not include manifold distribution parts for 1/4-in. hose and spray nozzles. Does not include any hose pump or control. Order hose through Parts.

Used to attach pre-emerge spray nozzles behind the planting units. Includes nozzle body but does not include the hoses or nozzle tips.

To adapt 1730 and 1780 Rigid Planters liquid herbicide attachment for 15- through 20-in. row spacing applications.

PTO-driven hydraulic vacuum pump

A PTO-driven hydraulic pump allows operators to use the vacuum seed meter system with open-center hydraulic tractors and/or a 540 rpm or 1000 rpm PTO.  The 540 rpm PTO system is compatible with 4Row through 9Row planters and provides 3.9 gpm at 80 percent of rated speed.  The 1000 rpm PTO system is compatible with 4Row through 15Row planters and provides 5.0 gpm at 80 percent of rated speed.  Both the 540 and 1000 rpm PTO pumps are for single vacuum motors only and inadequate for dual vacuum motors systems.

Flat seed disks such as edible bean and sweet corn require higher levels of vacuum.  These disks require a dual vacuum motor configuration on planters over 8 rows.  Neither the 540 or 1000 rpm PTO pump is adequate for flat seed disk operation.

9000 Codes include an oil cooler, except with 4-row planters with 540 rpm pump. When ordering PTO pump as a bundle, you must also order the oil cooler bundle, except with the 540 rpm PTO pump for 4-row applications.

Pneumatic downforce assembly

Improved pneumatic downforce systems are available as a factory-installed option on all planters and as a field conversion bundle for all MaxEmerge™ 5, MaxEmerge XP, MaxEmerge Plus, and MaxEmerge 2 planters. All pneumatic downforce field conversion bundles contain upgraded components to reflect pneumatic system upgrades for model year 2011.

Row-unit downforce is infinitely variable from 0 kg to 181.4 kg (0 lb to 400 lb). A gauge and/or display provides a reading as to how much downforce the system is providing. The downforce is constant at all times during operation.

On all model year 2011 and newer 1775NT, 1775NT Central Commodity System (CCS™), 1795, and DB Series Planters, the pneumatic downforce adjustment is displayed within the GreenStar™ 2 Display as base equipment. However, when converting a model year 2010 and older 1770NT, 1770NT CCS, 1790, and DB Series Planter, the air compressor assembly and gauge need to be mounted within the tractor cab, similar to factory-installed pneumatic downforce equipment configurations for that model year.

Each row-unit has a single air bag located between the parallel arms. The air bag is hooked in parallel so air can be added or released from all rows at once from one location. Split-row planters have the corn row-units and soybean rows plumbed separately, so the pressure can be removed from the bean rows when planting corn.

MaxEmerge 2 row-units with long parallel arms must have the arms changed to current production parallel arms. This ensures the correct hole pattern for pneumatic downforce. Refer to the attachment description to order the appropriate bundle for the frame size.

NOTE: Row-units with long parallel arms require A54544 spacer block if not so equipped (Service Parts).

In-cab compressor assembly

An air compressor, located either in the tractor cab or on the frame, pumps up the system. Integral planter models ordered with pneumatic downforce from the factory have in-cab mounting as base equipment. For drawn planter models, the air compressor assembly is mounted onto the planter frame for model year 2011. Prior to model year 2011, the 1775NT, 1775NT CCS, 1795, and DB Series Planters have the air compressor mounted within the tractor cab from the factory.

Valves located on the compressor allow bleed-off of the system. Interplant rows are shut off entirely when those rows are locked up.

Field conversion bundles have been established for upgrading pneumatic downforce systems. With the bundle structure, order the individual components for a pneumatic downforce system. There are individual bundles for the air compressor, the row-unit downforce assembly, and a hose kit.

Each planter requires one air-compressor bundle, a number of row-unit downforce assemblies equal to the number of rows on the planter, and a hose kit for each 12 rows being equipped with pneumatic downforce. There are four different row-unit downforce assembly attachments. The selection of the row-unit downforce assemblies is based on the type of meter drive (chain or Pro-Shaft™ drive) and type of parallel arms being utilized (regular or long) on the row-units.

Pneumatic downforce assembly

Improved pneumatic downforce systems are available as a factory-installed option on all planters and as a field conversion bundle for all MaxEmerge™ 5, MaxEmerge XP, MaxEmerge Plus, and MaxEmerge 2 planters. All pneumatic downforce field conversion bundles contain upgraded components to reflect pneumatic system upgrades for model year 2011.

Row-unit downforce is infinitely variable from 0 kg to 181.4 kg (0 lb to 400 lb). A gauge and/or display provides a reading as to how much downforce the system is providing. The downforce is constant at all times during operation.

On all model year 2011 and newer 1775NT, 1775NT Central Commodity System (CCS™), 1795, and DB Series Planters, the pneumatic downforce adjustment is displayed within the GreenStar™ 2 Display as base equipment. However, when converting a model year 2010 and older 1770NT, 1770NT CCS, 1790, and DB Series Planter, the air compressor assembly and gauge need to be mounted within the tractor cab, similar to factory-installed pneumatic downforce equipment configurations for that model year.

Each row-unit has a single air bag located between the parallel arms. The air bag is hooked in parallel so air can be added or released from all rows at once from one location. Split-row planters have the corn row-units and soybean rows plumbed separately, so the pressure can be removed from the bean rows when planting corn.

MaxEmerge 2 row-units with long parallel arms must have the arms changed to current production parallel arms. This ensures the correct hole pattern for pneumatic downforce. Refer to the attachment description to order the appropriate bundle for the frame size.

NOTE: Row-units with long parallel arms require A54544 spacer block if not so equipped (Service Parts).

In-cab compressor assembly

An air compressor, located either in the tractor cab or on the frame, pumps up the system. Integral planter models ordered with pneumatic downforce from the factory have in-cab mounting as base equipment. For drawn planter models, the air compressor assembly is mounted onto the planter frame for model year 2011. Prior to model year 2011, the 1775NT, 1775NT CCS, 1795, and DB Series Planters have the air compressor mounted within the tractor cab from the factory.

Valves located on the compressor allow bleed-off of the system. Interplant rows are shut off entirely when those rows are locked up.

Field conversion bundles have been established for upgrading pneumatic downforce systems. With the bundle structure, order the individual components for a pneumatic downforce system. There are individual bundles for the air compressor, the row-unit downforce assembly, and a hose kit.

Each planter requires one air-compressor bundle, a number of row-unit downforce assemblies equal to the number of rows on the planter, and a hose kit for each 12 rows being equipped with pneumatic downforce. There are four different row-unit downforce assembly attachments. The selection of the row-unit downforce assemblies is based on the type of meter drive (chain or Pro-Shaft™ drive) and type of parallel arms being utilized (regular or long) on the row-units.

Pneumatic downforce assembly

Improved pneumatic downforce systems are available as a factory-installed option on all planters and as a field conversion bundle for all MaxEmerge™ 5, MaxEmerge XP, MaxEmerge Plus, and MaxEmerge 2 planters. All pneumatic downforce field conversion bundles contain upgraded components to reflect pneumatic system upgrades for model year 2011.

Row-unit downforce is infinitely variable from 0 kg to 181.4 kg (0 lb to 400 lb). A gauge and/or display provides a reading as to how much downforce the system is providing. The downforce is constant at all times during operation.

On all model year 2011 and newer 1775NT, 1775NT Central Commodity System (CCS™), 1795, and DB Series Planters, the pneumatic downforce adjustment is displayed within the GreenStar™ 2 Display as base equipment. However, when converting a model year 2010 and older 1770NT, 1770NT CCS, 1790, and DB Series Planter, the air compressor assembly and gauge need to be mounted within the tractor cab, similar to factory-installed pneumatic downforce equipment configurations for that model year.

Each row-unit has a single air bag located between the parallel arms. The air bag is hooked in parallel so air can be added or released from all rows at once from one location. Split-row planters have the corn row-units and soybean rows plumbed separately, so the pressure can be removed from the bean rows when planting corn.

MaxEmerge 2 row-units with long parallel arms must have the arms changed to current production parallel arms. This ensures the correct hole pattern for pneumatic downforce. Refer to the attachment description to order the appropriate bundle for the frame size.

NOTE: Row-units with long parallel arms require A54544 spacer block if not so equipped (Service Parts).

In-cab compressor assembly

An air compressor, located either in the tractor cab or on the frame, pumps up the system. Integral planter models ordered with pneumatic downforce from the factory have in-cab mounting as base equipment. For drawn planter models, the air compressor assembly is mounted onto the planter frame for model year 2011. Prior to model year 2011, the 1775NT, 1775NT CCS, 1795, and DB Series Planters have the air compressor mounted within the tractor cab from the factory.

Valves located on the compressor allow bleed-off of the system. Interplant rows are shut off entirely when those rows are locked up.

Field conversion bundles have been established for upgrading pneumatic downforce systems. With the bundle structure, order the individual components for a pneumatic downforce system. There are individual bundles for the air compressor, the row-unit downforce assembly, and a hose kit.

Each planter requires one air-compressor bundle, a number of row-unit downforce assemblies equal to the number of rows on the planter, and a hose kit for each 12 rows being equipped with pneumatic downforce. There are four different row-unit downforce assembly attachments. The selection of the row-unit downforce assemblies is based on the type of meter drive (chain or Pro-Shaft™ drive) and type of parallel arms being utilized (regular or long) on the row-units.

Pneumatic downforce assembly

Improved pneumatic downforce systems are available as a factory-installed option on all planters and as a field conversion bundle for all MaxEmerge™ 5, MaxEmerge XP, MaxEmerge Plus, and MaxEmerge 2 planters. All pneumatic downforce field conversion bundles contain upgraded components to reflect pneumatic system upgrades for model year 2011.

Row-unit downforce is infinitely variable from 0 kg to 181.4 kg (0 lb to 400 lb). A gauge and/or display provides a reading as to how much downforce the system is providing. The downforce is constant at all times during operation.

On all model year 2011 and newer 1775NT, 1775NT Central Commodity System (CCS™), 1795, and DB Series Planters, the pneumatic downforce adjustment is displayed within the GreenStar™ 2 Display as base equipment. However, when converting a model year 2010 and older 1770NT, 1770NT CCS, 1790, and DB Series Planter, the air compressor assembly and gauge need to be mounted within the tractor cab, similar to factory-installed pneumatic downforce equipment configurations for that model year.

Each row-unit has a single air bag located between the parallel arms. The air bag is hooked in parallel so air can be added or released from all rows at once from one location. Split-row planters have the corn row-units and soybean rows plumbed separately, so the pressure can be removed from the bean rows when planting corn.

MaxEmerge 2 row-units with long parallel arms must have the arms changed to current production parallel arms. This ensures the correct hole pattern for pneumatic downforce. Refer to the attachment description to order the appropriate bundle for the frame size.

NOTE: Row-units with long parallel arms require A54544 spacer block if not so equipped (Service Parts).

In-cab compressor assembly

An air compressor, located either in the tractor cab or on the frame, pumps up the system. Integral planter models ordered with pneumatic downforce from the factory have in-cab mounting as base equipment. For drawn planter models, the air compressor assembly is mounted onto the planter frame for model year 2011. Prior to model year 2011, the 1775NT, 1775NT CCS, 1795, and DB Series Planters have the air compressor mounted within the tractor cab from the factory.

Valves located on the compressor allow bleed-off of the system. Interplant rows are shut off entirely when those rows are locked up.

Field conversion bundles have been established for upgrading pneumatic downforce systems. With the bundle structure, order the individual components for a pneumatic downforce system. There are individual bundles for the air compressor, the row-unit downforce assembly, and a hose kit.

Each planter requires one air-compressor bundle, a number of row-unit downforce assemblies equal to the number of rows on the planter, and a hose kit for each 12 rows being equipped with pneumatic downforce. There are four different row-unit downforce assembly attachments. The selection of the row-unit downforce assemblies is based on the type of meter drive (chain or Pro-Shaft™ drive) and type of parallel arms being utilized (regular or long) on the row-units.

Mounting bracket and adapter harness

The planter radar is for SeedStar^TM and ComputerTrak^TM systems. The SeedStar and ComputerTrak 250, 350, and 450 monitor systems require radar.

Radial bean meter

The radial bean meter is a mechanical meter to be used in conjunction with the finger pickup meter. Soybeans are the only crop compatible with the radial meter.

Those who are currently using the feed cup or competitive brush meters for soybeans and who desire improved spacing and population control should consider the radial meter.

A seed bowl mounts to the meter housing and rotates around the meter housing, singulating seeds for enhanced spacing.

The seed bowl clearance is adjusted in relationship to the meter housing as seed size is changed. Seeds, ranging from 2000 seeds per lb to 4500 seeds per lb, are planted with the one seed bowl.

Brushes mounted on the meter housing act as doubles eliminators and cleaners for the seed bowl.

Meter utilizes a sprocket-type wheel to better eliminate any beans being stuck in the seed bowl and to offer greater wear characteristics.

Meter component life is at least 650 acres per row, prior to wear appearing, for minimum maintenance.

NOTES:

1. Radial bean meters require A58634 clip from Service Parts to install meters on 1997

   and earlier 3-bu fiberglass hoppers

2. The radial bean meter is also available for MaxEmerge™ planters by ordering  AA45061  from Parts.

Radial bean meter

The radial bean meter is a mechanical meter to be used in conjunction with the finger pickup meter. Soybeans are the only crop compatible with the radial meter.

Those who are currently using the feed cup or competitive brush meters for soybeans and who desire improved spacing and population control should consider the radial meter.

A seed bowl mounts to the meter housing and rotates around the meter housing, singulating seeds for enhanced spacing.

The seed bowl clearance is adjusted in relationship to the meter housing as seed size is changed. Seeds, ranging from 2000 seeds per lb to 4500 seeds per lb, are planted with the one seed bowl.

Brushes mounted on the meter housing act as doubles eliminators and cleaners for the seed bowl.

Meter utilizes a sprocket-type wheel to better eliminate any beans being stuck in the seed bowl and to offer greater wear characteristics.

Meter component life is at least 650 acres per row, prior to wear appearing, for minimum maintenance.

NOTES:

1. Radial bean meters require A58634 clip from Service Parts to install meters on 1997

   and earlier 3-bu fiberglass hoppers

2. The radial bean meter is also available for MaxEmerge™ planters by ordering  AA45061  from Parts.

Row tillage support bracket

Includes pointer, scale, and large easy-to-use adjustment knob for convenient adjustment to desired working depth.

Required with tine tooth tillage, conservation furrower, and V-wing attachments when ordered as extra equipment.

NOTES:  

1) Not compatible with unit- or frame-mounted coulters or heavy-duty parallel arms. 

2) For MaxEmerge™ 2  planters built prior to June 1991, order A52092 cast lower parallel arm.

Heavy-duty scrapers

Recommended for extremely sticky soils where even rotary scrapers have problems keeping Tru-Vee^TM  disks clean.

Scraper blades are heat treated for added wear.

NOTE: Not compatible with any row-unit tillage attachments except conservation furrowers, unit-mounted coulter, and unit-mounted row cleaner.

Screw-adjust, unit-mounted row cleaner

SharkTooth® wheel

The screw-adjust, unit-mounted row cleaner is mounted directly to the face plate of the row-unit, placing the ground-engaging components just in front of the row-unit opener blades and depth gauge wheels. This close proximity allows the gauge wheels to control the depth of the row cleaner as well as the row-unit. This compact design also allows greater compatibility with fertilizer openers and other planter attachments.

Features

The unit-mounted row cleaner features the SharkTooth® wheel. The beveled, sharpened edge of the teeth on the SharkTooth aggressively cut tough residue that lies in the path of the row-unit. The curved-tooth design sweeps a clear path for the openers and resists residue buildup. The wheels are arranged in a staggered fashion with one wheel leading the other, ensuring complete clearing of the row-unit path. The bearing on the SharkTooth wheel is sealed and requires no regular maintenance. Bearing shields are used between the wheel and the mount bracket to prevent residue wrapping and buildup around the bearing housing.
 

Adjustability

The unit-mounted row cleaner offers a convenient screw adjustment feature for changing the depth setting. The acme screw is enclosed within the structure of the mounting bracket, providing protection from the elements. The adjustment knob for the screw adjustment is accessible from the top of the parallel arms. The knob can be adjusted by hand or by using a socket. The adjustment is detented in 1.6-mm (1/16-in.) increments, allowing for quick, easily repeatable adjustments across all rows of the planter. An indicator rod and scale on the front of the row cleaner bracket indicate the current setting. If a condition is encountered where use of the row cleaner is not desired, it can be set so that the wheels do not engage the soil surface.

Operational notes and compatibility

Use of row cleaners is not recommended when surface application pre-plant herbicide is used prior to planting. When using pre-plant incorporated herbicide, the row cleaner should be adjusted to minimize soil disturbance so as not to reduce the effectiveness of the incorporated herbicide.

Drive chain shields are recommended for use with row cleaner attachments.

NOTES:

• Not compatible with use of frame-mounted coulter.
• Not compatible with any row spacing less than 76.2 cm (30 in.).
• For 1790 12/23, 12/24, 16/31, and 16/32 row machines, unit-mounted row cleaners recommended provided on the front rank of row units only.
• For DB60 47R15 machines, unit-mounted row cleaners are recommended on the 24 row units with short parallel arms only.
• Other row cleaner designs are available for compatibility with unit-mounted coulters and row unit-mounted double-disk fertilizer openers.
• Bundle is not compatible with long parallel arms. If purchasing for use on a long parallel arm machine, a separate bracket must be ordered from Service Parts.
• Drive wheel chain shields are not required on 1760, 1770 12Row30 (non-NT), or 1780 Front-Fold Planters.
• Drive wheel chain shields are required on other compatible models. Order BA25697 for the 1750 Standard Planter. Order BA24093 for all planters except the 1750 Standard.

SharkTooth is a trademark of Yetter Manufacturing, Inc.

Plastic 3.0 bushel hopper and lid

Attachments for field conversion are available for complete seed hoppers and lids. Includes plateless and vacuum plastic 1.6 or 3.0 bushel seed hopper and lid. Seed meter, drive, and latch must be ordered separately if needed. These are for MaxEmerge™ XP rows only.

Seed packer wheel

For use when planting cotton in special growing conditions found primarily in southwestern United States.

Some particularly difficult soil types found in these areas are susceptible to severe ''baking and crusting'' if sufficient wind, soil moisture, temperature and sunlight conditions are present. In these situations, it is important to achieve adequate seed/soil contact while minimizing soil surface compaction.

Includes a wheel that runs ahead of the closing wheels to press the cotton seed into the bottom of the furrow.

Using the packer wheel enables the regular closing wheels to be used with a minimum force setting.

Wheels should not be used in the following conditions:

• Moist soil conditions.
• Contour planting application.
• Reduced tillage conditions (typical corn-belt conditions).

Not compatible with:

• Front band insecticide spreader.
• Rear-mounted herbicide/insecticide attachments.
• Disk closing.

Unit-mounted coulter (shown with fluted blade)

Adapts planter to plant in reduced tillage conditions.

Nodular iron coulter arm mounts directly to planting unit shank to utilize full unit weight for penetration.

Unit gauge wheels provide depth control.

Coulter blade is positioned directly ahead of Tru-Vee™ opener to ensure accurate tillage in seed zone.

Rippled or fluted blades are available to suit a wide range of tillage and soil conditions.

NOTES:

1) Not compatible with tine tooth tillage, furrower attachments, V-wing bed sweep frame-mounted coulter or unit-mounted row cleaner.

2) Ballast attachment (or fertilizer attachment) may be required for penetration.

3) BA28970 or BA28971, heavy-duty adjustable downforce springs or pneumatic downforce system, are required to provide increased coulter penetration in hard soils and also to help keep unit from bouncing when being operated on rough seedbeds. (Not included with BA30078).

4) Requires A52092 cast heavy-duty lower regular parallel arm (one row) or A84382 heavy-duty lower long parallel arm (one row) from Service Parts. Heavy-duty long parallel arm is designed for use only with the unit-mounted coulter (not for tillage tool support bracket). Cast lower parallel arms have been standard equipment for a number of years, confirm what lower parallel arm subject planter is equipped with.

PTO-driven hydraulic vacuum pump

A PTO-driven hydraulic pump allows operators to use the vacuum seed meter system with open-center hydraulic tractors and/or a 540 rpm or 1000 rpm PTO.  The 540 rpm PTO system is compatible with 4Row through 9Row planters and provides 3.9 gpm at 80 percent of rated speed.  The 1000 rpm PTO system is compatible with 4Row through 15Row planters and provides 5.0 gpm at 80 percent of rated speed.  Both the 540 and 1000 rpm PTO pumps are for single vacuum motors only and inadequate for dual vacuum motors systems.

Flat seed disks such as edible bean and sweet corn require higher levels of vacuum.  These disks require a dual vacuum motor configuration on planters over 8 rows.  Neither the 540 or 1000 rpm PTO pump is adequate for flat seed disk operation.

9000 Codes include an oil cooler, except with 4-row planters with 540 rpm pump. When ordering PTO pump as a bundle, you must also order the oil cooler bundle, except with the 540 rpm PTO pump for 4-row applications.

Wheel cover

The covers for the tire rim used on the wheel module prevents rocks and other objects from becoming lodged between the rim/tire and the wheel module frame member. Lodged objects in this area could stop the wheel from rotating or tear out the tire valve stem, causing a flat tire. A U-shaped cutout in the wheel cover allows the tire pressure to be checked without removing the cover.

The wheel cover is not compatible with the SeedStar™ variable-rate-drive option. The wheel that has the motion sensor for the SeedStar variable-rate drive cannot be covered.

NOTE: Wheel covers are also available as service parts. For 1760 or 1770 12Row30 Planter.

ComputerTrak 350

The ComputerTrak 350 monitors use electronic circuitry, radar distance measuring, and a large liquid crystal display to provide sophisticated monitoring with simple operation. Along with this, the ComputerTrak 350 can monitor up to 32 rows simultaneously.

The ComputerTrak 350 monitor solution is available as an optional feature for the following planter and drill models:

All other planter configurations will only have SeedStar™ 2 monitoring system available with no option for the ComputerTrak 350 monitoring system.

ComputerTrak 350 features include:

• Liquid crystal display provides operator with information regarding the planter function
• High/low warning alarm provides warning limits for seed population; this allows the operator to set the upper and lower population limits at which a warning is given
• Monitors population by row scan, by individual row, or by the minimum/average/maximum features; the minimum/average/maximum feature alternately displays row number and data for the lowest and highest population and the average population
• Displays seed spacing or population for all rows, showing the minimum/average/maximum for all rows
• Radar distance measuring is base equipment; this can be field calibrated by the operator for improved accuracy
• Ground speed of the planter can be displayed
• Non-volatile memory allows the console to be disconnected from the battery and still retain the program
• Built-in self-diagnostics check the continuity of all monitor sensor circuits upon power-up, providing up-and-ready display
• Console is easy to program for special planting patterns such as skip rows, etc.
• Monitor alarm can be turned off when multiple outside planting units indicate no seed flow, such as when using the half-width disconnect
• Enables accumulating count of seeds planted by a single row for any distance
• Allows measuring the total distance required to plant a desired quantity of seeds
• A second acre counter, allowing two counters of area to be used
• Split function allows two different planter configurations; this complements the 1790 for corn and soybean operations
• Population adjustment allows a fudge factor to be used to adjust the displayed population for situations when the calculated population is not being correctly displayed

NOTE: ComputerTrak 350 monitors require a radar input. Radar is ordered separately from monitor.

In the event of a radar or radar input failure, the ComputerTrak 350 monitor has the capability to continue with the monitoring of seed flow. If a disk-failed message occurs on this monitor, a set speed, or known as speed-set mode, can be entered to allow continued operation until the radar or radar input error has been resolved.

When in speed-set mode, fast average, area, and speed readouts will not be available. Row-failed messages will occur when seed count drop below two seeds per second. High- and low-population warning messages are also deactivated in this mode.

Also while in speed-set mode, the monitor is going to show fluctuating populations because it assumes the machine is traveling at a constant speed, even though actual populations may remain accurate at slower and faster speeds. Displayed population will only be close to actual populations when actual ground speed matches set speed.

To enter speed-set mode, please follow the following steps:

1. Hold the split on/off switch while turning monitor on. A full display screen will be displayed for a few seconds and then the row-failed screen will display.
2. Release the split on/off switch and press the setup-select switch. The speed screen will be the first displayed. The speed will be displayed in the lower right-hand corner of the display.
3. Use the digit select and 0-9 switches to enter expected planting speed.
4. Press the scan switch to being monitoring of seed flow.

If power is lost to monitor for any reason, hold the split on/off switch for one second while powering monitor on to re-enter speed-set mode. Previously entered speed is stored in memory and will not have to be re-entered.

NOTE: The speed-set mode is deactivated each time monitor is powered off.

Plastic 3.0 bushel hopper and lid

Attachments for field conversion are available for complete seed hoppers and lids. Includes plateless and vacuum plastic 1.6 or 3.0 bushel seed hopper and lid. Seed meter, drive, and latch must be ordered separately if needed. These are for MaxEmerge™ XP rows only.