Landoll FPSBT-6 User Manual
Food Plot Seeder
Models: FPS-6, FPSA-6, FPSB-6,
FPST-6, FPSAT-6 and FPSBT-6
Operator’s Manual
LANDOLL CORPORATION
1900 North Street
Marysville, Kansas 66508
(785) 562-5381
800-428-5655 ~
205rev0312 2P102
WWW.LANDOLL.COM
1 Introduction and Safety Information
Introduction .................................................................. 1-1
Description of Unit ......................................................... 1-1
Using this Manual ......................................................... 1-1
Owner Assistance ......................................................... 1-1
Warranty Registration ...................................................... 1-1
Understanding Safety Statements ............................................. 1-2
Transporting Safety ........................................................ 1-2
Attaching, Detaching and Storage ............................................. 1-2
Maintenance Safety ........................................................ 1-3
Protective Equipment ...................................................... 1-3
Chemical Safety .......................................................... 1-3
High Pressure Fluid Safety .................................................. 1-3
Prepare for Emergencies ................................................... 1-3
Tire Safety ............................................................... 1-3
Safety Chain ............................................................. 1-3
Table of Contents
2 Operation
OPERATION OF THE FPS6 ...................................................... 2-1
Attaching to Tractor ........................................................ 2-1
Transporting Pull-Type Seeder ............................................... 2-1
Disc Gang Adjustment ...................................................... 2-2
S-Tine Depth Adjustment ................................................... 2-3
Firming Roller ............................................................ 2-3
Disengaging and Engaging Seeding ........................................... 2-3
Chain Tension ............................................................ 2-4
Firming Roller Scrapers ..................................................... 2-4
Optional Rear Coil Tine ..................................................... 2-4
Storage ................................................................. 2-4
Seeding Techniques ....................................................... 2-7
Seed Rate Adjustment ..................................................... 2-7
Seed Rate Adjustment Front Box ............................................. 2-7
Seed Rate Adjustment - Rear Agitator Box ...................................... 2-8
Seed Rate Calibration ..................................................... 2-10
3 Assembly
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Seeder Assembly ..............................................................3-1
Drawbar Installation ........................................................3-2
Rockshaft Installation .......................................................3-2
Hub and Spindle, Wheel and Tire Installation ....................................3-2
Hydraulic Hose Installation ..................................................3-3
Optional Coil Tine .........................................................3-4
Field Installation of Meter Box ................................................3-5
Field Installation Agitator Box ................................................3-7
Optional Rock Box .........................................................3-9
Optional Positive Drive Roller ................................................3-9
4 Preventative Maintenance
Fasteners ................................................................4-1
Tires ....................................................................4-2
Lubrication ............................................................... 4-2
Transmission Chain Tension Adjustment ....................................... 4-3
Chain Maintenance ........................................................4-4
Firming Roller ............................................................4-5
5 General Reference and Specifications
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Chapter 1
Introduction and Safety Information
Introduction
The implement described in this manual has been
designed with care and built by skilled workers using
quality materials and processes. Proper assembly and
maintenance will provide you with satisfactory use for
seasons to come.
DANGER
Read this entire manual before attempting to
assemble, adjust or operate this implement.
Failure to comply with this warning can result in
personal injury or death, damage to the
implement or its components and inferior
operation.
Description of Unit
The Brillion FPS6 Food Plot Seeder is designed with the
versatility to operate under a wide variety of soil and
seeding conditions as well as the ability to plant the
widely varying seed sizes of grasses, legumes and other
mixes and blends. The FPS6 features the Brillion
micro-metering seedbox system to ensure accurate
planting rates. The meters are driven off the rear roller to
allow for constant seed metering regardless of operating
speed. This metering system works very well with smaller
seeds such as clovers, alfalfas and wildlife plot seed
mixtures that are available on the market today.
Owner Assistance
If customer service or repairs are needed, contact your
Brillion dealer. They have trained personnel, parts and
service equipment specially designed for Brillion
products. Your implement’s parts should only be replaced
with Brillion parts. If items covered in this manual are not
understood, contact your local Brillion Dealer.
Warranty Registration
Brillion Farm Equipment, by Landoll, shall have no
warranty obligation unless each product is registered,
within 10 days of retail purchase, using the Landoll
Corporation Ag Products on-line registration process.
Please refer to the Ag Products Policy and Procedures
Manual, accessible at www.landoll.com for step by step
instructions regarding product registration.
Enter your product information below for quick reference.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
Refer to the ID plate as shown. See Figure 1-1.
Using this Manual
This manual will familiarize you with safety, assembly,
operation, adjustment, and maintenance. Read this
manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure
safe and efficient operation.
• The information in this manual is current at time of
printing. Some parts may have changed to assure top
performance.
• Location reference: Right and Left designations in this
manual are determined by facing the direction the
implement will travel during field operation, unless
otherwise stated.
Figure 1-1: ID Plate
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INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY INFORMATION
NOTE
Investigation has shown that nearly 1/3 of all farm
accidents are caused by careless use of machinery.
Insist that all people working with you or for you abide by
all safety instructions.
Understanding Safety Statements
You will find various types of safety information on the
following pages and on the implement decals (signs)
attached to the vehicle. This section explains their
meaning.
NOTICE
Special notice - read and thoroughly understand.
CAUTION
Proceed with caution. Failure to heed caution
may cause injury to person or damage product.
WARNING
Proceed with caution. Failure to heed warning will
cause injury to person or damage product.
DANGER
Proceed with extreme caution. Failure to heed
notice will cause injury or death to person and/or
damage product.
NOTE
You should read and understand the information
contained in this manual and on the implement decals
before you attempt to operate or maintain this equipment.
Examine safety decals and be sure you have the correct
safety decals for the implement.
Order replacement decals through your Brillion dealer.
Keep these signs clean so they can be obser ved readily.
It is important to keep these decals cleaned more
frequently than the implement. Wash with soap and water
or a cleaning solution as required.
Replace decals that become damaged or lost. Also, be
sure that any new implement components installed
during repair include decals which are assigned to them
by the manufacturer.
When applying decals to the implement, be sure to clean
the surface to remove any dirt or residue. Where
possible, sign placement should protect the sign from
abrasion, damage, or obstruction from mud, dirt, oil etc.
DANGER
• Do not allow anyone to ride on the tractor or
implement. Riders could be struck by foreign
objects or thrown from the implement.
• Never allow children to operate equipment.
• Keep bystanders away from implement during
operation.
Transporting Safety
IMPORTANT
It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to
comply with all state and local laws.
When transporting the implement on a road or highway,
use adequate warning symbols, reflectors, lights and
slow moving vehicle sign (purchased separately) as
required. Slow moving tractors and towed implements
can create a hazard when driven on public roads. They
are difficult to see, especially at night.
Do not tow an implement that, when fully loaded, weighs
more than 1.5 times the weight of the towing vehicle.
Carry reflectors or flags to mark the tractor and
implement in case of breakdown on the road.
Do not transport at speeds over 20 MPH under good
conditions. Never travel at a speed which does not allow
adequate control of steering and stopping. Reduce
speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes
Avoid sudden stops or turns because the weight of the
implement may cause the operator to lose control of the
tractor. Use a tractor heavier than the implement.
Use caution when towing behind articulated steering
tractors; fast or sharp tur ns may cause the implement to
shift sideways.
Keep clear of overhead power lines and other
obstructions when transporting. Know the transport
height and width of your implement. See Table 5-1 and
Table 5-2.
Attaching, Detaching and Storage
• Do not stand between the tractor and implement when
attaching or detaching implement unless both are not
moving.
• Block implement so it will not roll when unhitched from
the tractor.
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Maintenance Safety
• Block the implement so it will not roll when working on
or under it to prevent injury.
• Do not make adjustments or lubricate the machine
while it is in motion.
• Make sure all moving parts have stopped.
• Understand the procedure before doing the work. Use
proper tools and equipment.
Protective Equipment
• Wear protective clothing & equipment appropriate for
the job. Avoid loose fitting clothing.
• Because prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause
hearing impairment or hearing loss, wear suitable
hearing protection, such as earmuffs or earplugs.
Chemical Safety
• Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper
use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil
& property.
• Read chemical manufacture’s instructions and store or
dispose of unused chemicals as specified. Handle
chemicals with care & avoid inhaling smoke from any
type of chemical fire.
• Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by
the chemical manufacturer.
When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension
hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side, not in
front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if
available.
When removing and installing wheels use
wheel-handling equipment adequate for the weight
involved.
Safety Chain
Use the safety chain to help control drawn machinery
should it separate from the tractor drawbar.
Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of towed machinery, which is 10,100
pounds minimum in accordance with ASAE S338.2
specifications. If two or more implements are pulled in
tandem, a larger chain may be required. Chain capacity
must be greater than the TOTAL weight of all towed
implements.
A second chain should be used between each
implement.
Attach the chain to the tractor drawbar support or
specified anchor location. Allow only enough slack in the
chain to permit turning. The distance from hitch pin to
attachment point or intermediate support point should not
exceed 9 inches. See Figure 1-2.
Replace the chain if any links or end fittings are broken,
stretched or damaged.
Do not use a safety chain for towing.
High Pressure Fluid Safety
Escaping fluid under pressure can be nearly invisible and
have enough force to penetrate the skin causing serious
injury. Use a piece of cardboard, rather than hands, to
search for suspected leaks.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may result.
Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic lines.
Prepare for Emergencies
• Keep a First Aid Kit and Fire Extinguisher handy
• Keep emergency numbers for the doctor, ambulance,
hospital and fire department near the phone.
Tire Safety
Tire changing can be dangerous and should be
performed by trained personnel using correct tools and
equipment.
Figure 1-2 Safety Chain
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MOVING PART HAZARD
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Figure 1-3: Safety Decal Locations (1 of 2)
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CAUTION
1. DO NOT LUBRICATE, ADJUST OR REPAIR WHEN MACHINE IS IN MOTION.
2. DO NOT TOW OR TRANSPORT FASTER THAN 15 MILES PER HOUR.
3. DO NOT RIDE OR ALLOW OTHERS TO RIDE ON THE MACHINE.
4. BLOCK UP ALL HYDRAULICALLY OR MECHANICALLY RAISED COMPONENTS TO PREVENT
UNINTENDED LOWERING OR LOWER THE MACHINE TO THE GROUND TO MAKE ADJUSTMENT
OR REPAIRS OR WHEN NOT IN USE.
5. KEEP ALL PERSONS AWAY FROM MACHINE DURING HITCHING AND OPERATING.
6. SLOW DOWN BEFORE MAKING SHARP TURNS OR USING THE BRAKE.
DRIVE SLOWLY OVER ROUGH GROUND, SIDE HILLS, AND AROUND CURVES TO AVOID TIPPING.
7. COMPLY WITH ALL LAWS WHEN TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE ON PUBLIC ROADWAYS.
8. INSTRUCT ALL OPERATORS IN THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE MACHINE.
REVIEW THE OPERATOR’S M ANUAL FOR CORRECT PROCEDURES.
9. BLOCK IMPLEMENT TO PREVENT MOVEMENT WHEN UNHITCHED FROM TRACTOR.
10. KEEPALLGUARDSANDSHIELDSINPLACEWHILEMACHINEORPARTSAREINMOTION.
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P/N 528934
Figure 1-4: Safety Decal Locations (2 of 2)
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Chapter 2
Operation
OPERATION OF THE FPS6
This chapter will cover the basic operation and
procedures for the Landoll Brillion Food Plot Seeder. Be
sure to read and understand the Safety Procedures and
Cautions starting on page 1-1.
Attaching to Tractor
The FPS6 is designed to be used with Category I or
Category II 3 Point Hitch and Quick Attach Category I
and II. The hitch can be adjusted easily by using the
proper sleeves provided. See Figure 2-1.
Initial setting of Tractor Top Link for proper float:
With the machine positioned on level ground and
attached to a tractor, adjust the tractor top link so that the
Floating Link Pin is halfway into the Floating Link Slot.
NOTE
The Floating Link Pin must be in the center of the slot for
proper floating during operation.
Transporting Pull-Type Seeder
For operation remove Bent Pin and rotate Transport Lock
so that it lines up with the hole in Rockshaft Lug. Install
Bent Pin. See Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2: Hydraulic Cylinder Operating Position
For transport raise the machine so that the cylinder is
fully extended. Remove Bent Pin and rotate Transport
Lock so that the slot rests on the cylinder rod. Install Bent
Pin under the Cylinder Rod. See Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-1: Floating Hitch
Figure 2-3: Hydraulic Cylinder Transport Position
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OPERATION
For operation the Drawbar link must be free to float.
Remove Klik Pin and Clevis Pin and install it in the
bottom hole under the link. See Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-4: Link Operating Position
For transporting the Drawbar Link needs to be secured.
Remove Klik Pin and Pin. Lower the Jack and raise it until
both straps 2nd hole from the bottom lines-up with slot.
Install pin. See Figure 2-5.
Disc Gang Adjustment
Disc Gang Adjustment is accomplished by loosening the
inner gang 3/4” - 10 bolt and removing the outer gang
3/4” - 10 bolt. Move the outer bolt to either the front hole
for 15 degrees and to the rear hole for 10 degrees. Be
sure to tighten these bolts before operating the seeder.
See Figure 2-6. The depth can be controlled by the
adjustment of the Three Point Hitch on the tractor. To
increase penetration of the Disc Gangs in hard soil, up to
200 pounds may be added to the optional Rock Box.
NOTE
When doing this, the Drawbar must be attached to
tractor. It may be necessary to put a block under the Jack
to prevent the Jack from sinking into the ground.
Figure 2-5: Link Transport Position
Figure 2-6: Disc Gang Angle Adjustment
NOTE
It may take several trips across the ground until the soil
condition meets your planting specifications. Disc Gangs
should be set approximately 1/2” deep in the soil during
seeding.
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S-Tine Depth Adjustment
S-Tine Adjustment is done by removing the pins that hold
the S-Tine bars in place and moving the bar up or down
to reach the desired depth (typically level with Disc
Gangs). In instances where you may not want to use the
S-Tine, you may raise them all the way up. In some
cases, lateral adjustment of the S-Tines can be done by
sliding the S-Tines on the tooth bar. See Figure 2-7.
OPERATION
Figure 2-7: S-Tine Depth Adjustment
Firming Roller
The drive sprocket on each end of the firming roller
provides positive ground drive for the seed meters. The
sprockets clamp assembly serves a dual purpose. It
holds the sprocket on the shaft and provides a means of
adjustment to keep the roller segments snug to each
other as they wear. Optimum performance is achieved
when the roller segments are operated snugly together.
See Figure 2-8.
Figure 2-8: Firming Roller
Disengaging and Engaging Seeding
The Seedbox drive can be disconnected when the
operator wants to use the machine just for tillage passes
only. Disengage the seeding by removing the Klik Pin and
inserting it in the hole provided at the end of the shaft.
Engage seeding by inserting the Klik pin back into the
Sprocket Hub. See Figures 2-9 and 2-10.
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Figure 2-9: Gear Box Disengaged
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