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HUNTER 600—800
(3 point Hitch) MODEL
USERS MANUAL, SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS &
PLANTING TIPS
A
Product
of
PLOTMASTER™ Systems, LLC.
Wrightsville, GA 31096
1-478-864-9108 or 1-888-629-4263
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TABLE of CONTENTS
Page 1………Hunter 600/800 Tractor Version (I Match Compatible)
Page 2……...Table of Contents
Page 3 ……..Introduction to
Plotmaster™
(Q/A Section)
Page 4………Operating Instructions (Read Carefully)
Page 5………Operating Instructions
Page 6………Details on components of your H-600
Page 7………Details on components of your H-600
Page 8………Diagram of the Main components of your
(continued) (Read Carefully)
Plotmaster™
Plotmaster™
Plotmaster™
Page 9………List of Components Matching Diagram
Page 10…….Details on components of your H-800
Page 11…….Details on components of your H-800
Page 12…….Diagram of the Main components of your
Plotmaster™
Plotmaster™
Plotmaster™
Page 13…….List of Components Matching Diagram
Page 14…….Versa Seeder Splatter Shield Assembly
Page 15…….Illustrations of Versa Seeder Parts and Components
(continued)
(continued)
Page 16…….Illustrations of Cultipacker and 3 Point Hook Up
Page 17…….Illustrations of Gang Assembly’s
Page 18…….Illustrations of Available Plow Points
Page 19…….Description of Plow Point Uses
Page 20…….Hunter 600 Specifications
Page 21…….Hunter 600 Seed Planting Chart
Page 22…….Hunter 800 Specifications
Page 23…….Hunter 800 Seed planting Chart
Page 24…….Seasonal Seed information on planting times
Page 25…….Quick Guide on How to Calibrate your Seeder
Page 26…….Contact Information
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Here you will find some answers to questions you may have regarding
“The Plotmaster™” Hunter PE-302, PE-402, PM-603 and PM-803
Q. What type seeds can I plant with the PLOTMASTER™ ?
You can plant a wide variety of seeds, from very small seeds (clover, rape, chicory, etc.) to
large seeds (up to the size of soybeans, peas or corn). With the Versa Seeder you can also
plant Native Warm Season Grasses, (NWSG
Q. What is the weight of the PLOTMASTER™ ?
) See seed charts located on pages 22 and 23.
The Hunter 300---616# empty, Almost 654# with seed in the seeder. The Hunter 400---666#
empty almost 706# with seed in the seeder. The PM600---1378# empty, almost 1450# with
seed in the seeder. The PM800---1450# empty, almost 1530# with seed in the seeder.
Q. What are the dimensions of the PLOTMASTER™ ?
Hunter 300**Width: 38"----Length: 68”----Height: 42”
Hunter 400**Width: 48”----Length: 68”----Height: 42”
Hunter 600**Width: 80”----Length: 124”----Height: 47”
Hunter 800** Width: 104”--Length: 124”----Height: 47”
Q. Will the PLOTMASTER™ Hunter 300, 400 fit in the back of a truck?
Yes, with the tongue folded back it will easily fit in a small pickup truck.
Q. Are spare parts available?
Yes, We have a complete inventory of spare parts. We also have customer service personnel
that can assist you with any problems you may have.
Q. Will the PLOTMASTER™ cut really hard soil?
Yes, due its weight-to-size ratio, the PLOTMASTER™ has more pounds per square inch cutting capacity than most 8' to 10' drag harrows.
Q. How wide does the PLOTMASTER™ unit’s disc?
(Sold separately are 2 Plow Attachments)
The Hunter 300 will break and/or plow a maximum of 36” wide, The Hunter 400 will
break and/or plow a maximum of 48” wide, The Hunter 600 will break and plow a maximum of 72” wide and the Hunter 800 will break and plow a maximum of 96” wide.
Q. How do you ship the PLOTMASTER™
We currently ship the PLOTMASTER™ throughout the United States using common LTL
carriers, but we also have a number of dealers and distributors throughout the US. We ship
our units fully assembled and ready to use with minimal set-up.
Q. What is the warranty for the PLOTMASTER™
The “PLOTMASTER”, Hunter 300, 400, 600 and 800 are all warrantied for one year
against manufacturing defects.
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READ OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE USE!!!
• DO NOT OPERATE
• DO NOT SIT, STAND OR RIDE ON THE
PLOTMASTER™
• MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF HUNTER SERIES SEEDER
PLOTMASTER™
WHILE IN USE
OVER 10 MPH.
H-600 SEEDER 100 LBS
H-800 SEEDER 120 LBS
• DO NOT PUT HANDS IN SEED BOX WHILE SEEDER
MOTOR IS IN THE ON POSITION.
• DO NOT PUT LIME OR FERTILIZER IN SEEDER
Adding lime or fertilizer to your seeder will void the Warranty of “all” parts associated with
the seeding system. Fertilizer is a corrosive and can cause premature failure of Seeder compo-
nents. In addition the density of Lime and Fertilizer is much greater than seed and can bind
your brush shaft causing the motor to stall. Seed is far loftier and will not compact around
your Versa Seeder Brush and Cause damage to your seed motor like lime/fertilizer can.
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*HELPFUL HINT ON PLANTING SMALLER SEEDS*
When planting seeds such as, clover, rape, vetch, turnips etc. Using a filler such as oil absorb
or basic kitty litter, helps create air pockets and keeps the tiny seed from packing around the
Versa brush. Also, by using this as an additive it ensures your pounds per acre on very tiny
seed as well as holds moisture in the soil for seeds that only require ¼” planting depth or less
and too, it is lofty enough that it does not bind the Versa Brush. Using additives such as dirt
or sand is NOT recommended as the density is greater and can cause damage to your Seeding
ON INCLINES GREATER
DO NOT OPERATE YOUR
System.
PLOTMASTER™
THAN 10°.
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READ OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE USE!!!
• KEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR WHEN RAISING AND
LOWERING UNIT.
•
KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS CLEAR WHEN
RAISING OR LOWERING THE DRAG AND/OR
CULTIPACKER TO AVOID PINCHING
•
MAKE SURE THAT THE BATTERY CLIPS ARE
CONNECTED TO THE PROPER TERMINALS TO AVOID
DAMAGE TO YOUR UNITS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AND/OR YOUR TRACTOR
•
HUNTER 600
RECOMMENDED FOR 40 HP AND UP TRACTORS
• HUNTER 800
RECOMMENDED FOR 60 HP AND UP TRACTORS
(RED POSITIVE TERMINAL—BLACK NEGATIVE TERMINAL)
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AVOID COMING IN CONTACT WITH ANY OTHER
METAL PARTS ON THE ATV WHEN CONNECTING THE
BATTERY CLIPS TO YOUR BATTERY
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DETAILS ABOUT YOUR PLOTMASTER™
HUNTER SERIES 600
The Mainframe and its attachments are made of heavy gauge steel
components. (Drag, Cultipacker Roller, Seeder Assembly).
(refer to the diagram on page 8 to locate each of the below listed)
(A. Cultipacker Roller)
The roller is designed for compaction of the soil over the seed for greater germination of
what has been planted. The roller can also be used for added weight during tillage.
(B. Leverage Tool)
The Leverage Bar is used to aid in folding and unfolding the Cultipacker Roller. The (2)
studs on the Leverage Bar can be used to lock the Roller to the Drag Bar when in the
folded position. Use designated holes for desired use.
(C. Drag Bar w/Metal Grating)
The Drag bar and/or Metal grating is used for either leveling uneven areas or for
covering larger seed such as beans, peas, oats and rye that require more soil coverage to
germinate. The Drag Bar can be used with or without using the Metal Grating.
(D. Disconnect for Drag/Cultipacker)
These Bent pins can be removed to disconnect the Drag/Cultipaker Components from the
unit if the user wishes to do tillage only without dragging or rolling the area tilled.
(E. Seeder Motor w/Cover) (PT# SA-29-2823)
The Electric Seeder Motor’s are activated by the in-line ON/OFF switch. These motors (1
per seeder assembly) drive the spiral brush that dispenses the seed.
(Versa Seeder)
(F. Seed Flow Control Handle)
The Seed Control Handles allow you to adjust the rate of seed dispensed depending upon
the size seed you are planting. The 0-10 Scale helps in determining the diameter of the
opening. Smaller seed will be the low end, 0-2, and Larger seed will be the high end, 3-10.
(G. -R/L- Electric Seeder Assembly)
The Seeder is where your seed is dispensed from;
The H-600 maximum capacity is 50# of seed per Seeder Box. (100# total)
The H-800 maximum capacity is 60# of seed per Seeder Box. (120# total)
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DETAILS ABOUT YOUR PLOTMASTER™
HUNTER SERIES 600
(H. Linkage Rod Connections for Seeder Assembly)
The Seed Flow Control Handle connects to the Slide Adjustments located on each box. The
Control Handle and Linkage Rods in conjunction with the Slide adjustment activates the
seed flow control from the Seeder Assembly.
(I. “V” Shaped Rear Gang Assembly)
(8—4 per axle) 16” Disk on a 1” Axle with stamped sealed bearings for longer life and
extended use of your equipment for many years. The rear disk are set up to pull tilled soil
inward, this is the soil that the front disc have tilled and thrown outward.
design creates an optimal seed bed for any type seeds to be planted including Grass Seed!
(J. Plow Carrier with (3) H-600 (5) H-800 4” Sweep Plow Tips)
This tillage
The Sweep Plow gives tillage three advantages; (1) It works as a center buster between the 2
sets of disk gangs. (2) It helps pull the unit into the ground for increased tillage. (3) Aids in
breaking up roots and heavy vegetation prior to planting.
(K. Plow Carrier Depth Adjustment)
The Sweep Plow has (4) depth adjustments. No matter the amount of vegetation your are
working with or the depth you wish to till your soil these adjustments will help you achieve
your goal.
(L. Storage)
This is where your Instruction Manual is kept for in-field reference. It can also be used to
store extra plow tips, hardware or small tools.
(M. Adjustment for Front Gang Assembly)
The Front Gang Assembly can be adjusted to (4) positions depending on the amount of
tillage desired . Shown with gang set in first pin position this is the least aggressive, each
position that the top plate is moved back the tillage becomes more aggressive.
(N. Adjustable Front Gang Assembly)
(8—4 per axle) 18” Disk on a 1” Axle with stamped sealed bearings for longer life and
extended use of your equipment for many years.
(O. On/Off Switch with Extensions)
The In-Line Switch is used to turn ON/OFF the seeder motor.
Replacement Fuse—30 AMP SLOW BLOW FUSE—On/Off Switch and Fuse Holders can be purchased separately……...
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DIAGRAM OF HUNTER SERIES 600
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A. CULTIPACKER ROLLER
B. LEVERAGE BAR FOR ROLLER
C. DRAG BAR WITH METAL GRATING
D. CONNECTING PIN FOR DRAG/CULTIPACKER
E. SEEDER MOTOR WITH COVER
F. SEEDER GATE HANDLE
G. RIGHT/LEFT SEEDER ASSEMBLY
H. LINKAGE ROD
I. “V” SHAPED REAR GANG ASSEMBLY
J. PLOW BAR WITH 4” SWEEP PLOW TIPS
K. PLOW BAR ADJUSTING POINT
L. INSTRUCTION MANUAL CARRIER
M. ADJUSTMENT FOR FRONT GANG ASSEMBLY
N. ADJUSTABLE FRONT GANG ASSEMBLY
O. ON/OFF SWITCH WITH EXTENSIONS
REFER TO PAGES 6, 7, 14, 15, 16 & 17 FOR MORE DETAILS ON COMPONENTS.
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DETAILS ABOUT YOUR PLOTMASTER™
HUNTER SERIES 800
The Mainframe and its attachments are made of heavy gauge steel
components. (Drag, Cultipacker Roller, Seeder Assembly).
(refer to the diagram on page 8 to locate each of the below listed)
(A. Cultipacker Roller)
The roller is designed for compaction of the soil over the seed for greater germination of
what has been planted. The roller can also be used for added weight during tillage.
(B. Leverage Tool)
The Leverage Bar is used to aid in folding and unfolding the Cultipacker Roller. The (2)
studs on the Leverage Bar can be used to lock the Roller to the Drag Bar when in the
folded position. Use designated holes for desired use.
(C. Drag Bar w/Metal Grating)
The Drag bar and/or Metal grating is used for either leveling uneven areas or for
covering larger seed such as beans, peas, oats and rye that require more soil coverage to
germinate. The Drag Bar can be used with or without using the Metal Grating.
(D. Disconnect for Drag/Cultipacker)
These Bent pins can be removed to disconnect the Drag/Cultipaker Components from the
unit if the user wishes to do tillage only without dragging or rolling the area tilled.
(E. Seeder Motor’s w/Cover) (PT# SA-29-2823)
The Electric Seeder Motor’s are activated by the in-line ON/OFF switch. These motors (1
per seeder assembly) drive the spiral brush that dispenses the seed.
(Versa Seeder)
(F. Seed Flow Control Handle)
The Seed Control Handles allow you to adjust the rate of seed dispensed depending upon
the size seed you are planting. The 0-10 Scale helps in determining the diameter of the
opening. Smaller seed will be the low end, 0-2, and Larger seed will be the high end, 3-10.
(G. -R/L- Electric Seeder Assembly)
The Seeder is where your seed is dispensed from;
The H-600 maximum capacity is 50# of seed per Seeder Box. (100# total)
The H-800 maximum capacity is 60# of seed per Seeder Box. (120# total)
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DETAILS ABOUT YOUR PLOTMASTER™
HUNTER SERIES 800
(H. Linkage Rod Connections for Seeder Assembly) (Older Models)
(H. Linkage Rod Connections for Seeder Assembly)
The Linkage Rods connect the Seed Flow Control Handle to the Slide Adjustments lo-
The Seed Flow Control Handle connects to the Slide Adjustments located on each box. The
cated on each box. The Control Handle and Linkage Rods in conjunction with the Slide
Control Handle and Linkage Rods in conjunction with the Slide adjustment activates the
adjustment activates the seed flow control from the Seeder Assembly.
seed flow control from the Seeder Assembly.
(I. “V” Shaped Rear Gang Assembly)
(I. “V” Shaped Rear Gang Assembly)
(8—4 per axle) 16” Disk on a 1” Axle with stamped sealed bearings for longer life and ex-
(12—6 per axle) 16” Disk on a 1” Axle with stamped sealed bearings for longer life and
tended use of your equipment for many years. The rear disk are set up to pull tilled soil
extended use of your equipment for many years. The rear disk are set up to pull tilled soil
inward, this is the soil that the front disc have tilled and thrown outward.
inward, this is the soil that the front disc have tilled and thrown outward.
sign creates an optimal seed bed for any type seeds to be planted including Grass Seed!
design creates an optimal seed bed for any type seeds to be planted including Grass Seed!
(J. Plow Carrier with (3) 4” Sweep Plow Tips)
(J. Plow Carrier with (5) 4” Sweep Plow Tips)
The Sweep Plow gives tillage three advantages; (1) It works as a center buster between the 2
The Sweep Plow gives tillage three advantages; (1) It works as a center buster between the 2
sets of disk gangs. (2) It helps pull the unit into the ground for increased tillage. (3) Aids in
sets of disk gangs. (2) It helps pull the unit into the ground for increased tillage. (3) Aids in
breaking up roots and heavy vegetation prior to planting.
breaking up roots and heavy vegetation prior to planting.
This tillage de-
This tillage
(K. Plow Carrier Depth Adjustment)
(K. Plow Carrier Depth Adjustment)
The Sweep Plow has (4) depth adjustments. No matter the amount of vegetation your are
The Sweep Plow has (4) depth adjustments. No matter the amount of vegetation your are
working with or the depth you wish to till your soil these adjustments will help you achieve
working with or the depth you wish to till your soil these adjustments will help you achieve
your goal.
your goal.
(L. Storage)
(L. Storage)
This is where your Instruction Manual is kept for in-field reference. It can also be used to
This is where your Instruction Manual is kept for in-field reference. It can also be used to
store extra plow tips, hardware or small tools.
store extra plow tips, hardware or small tools.
(M. Adjustment for Front Gang Assembly)
(M. Adjustment for Front Gang Assembly)
The Front Gang Assembly can be adjusted to (4) positions depending on the amount of
The Front Gang Assembly can be adjusted to (4) positions depending on the amount of
tillage desired . Shown with gang set in first pin position this is the least aggressive, each
tillage desired . Shown with gang set in first pin position this is the least aggressive, each
position that the top plate is moved back the tillage becomes more aggressive.
position that the top plate is moved back the tillage becomes more aggressive.
(N. Adjustable Front Gang Assembly)
(N. Adjustable Front Gang Assembly)
(8—4 per axle) 18” Disk on a 1” Axle with stamped sealed bearings for longer life and ex-
(12—6 per axle) 18” Disk on a 1” Axle with stamped sealed bearings for longer life and
tended use of your equipment for many years.
extended use of your equipment for many years.
(O. On/Off Switch with Extensions)
(O. On/Off Switch with Extensions)
The In-Line Switch is used to turn ON/OFF the seeder motor. Re-
The In-Line Switch is used to turn ON/OFF the seeder motor.
placement Fuse—30 AMP SLOW BLOW FUSE—On/Off Switch and Fuse Holders can be purchased separately……...
Replacement Fuse—30 AMP SLOW BLOW FUSE—On/Off Switch and Fuse Holders can be purchased separately……...
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DIAGRAM OF HUNTER SERIES 800
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A. CULTIPACKER ROLLER
B. LEVERAGE BAR FOR ROLLER
C. DRAG BAR WITH METAL GRATING
D. CONNECTING PIN FOR DRAG/CULTIPACKER
E. SEEDER MOTOR WITH COVER
F. SEEDER GATE HANDLE
G. RIGHT/LEFT SEEDER ASSEMBLY
H. LINKAGE ROD CONNECTOR
(Older Models)
I. “V” SHAPED REAR GANG ASSEMBLY
J. PLOW BAR WITH 4” SWEEP PLOW TIPS
K. PLOW BAR ADJUSTING POINT
L. INSTRUCTION MANUAL CARRIER
M. ADJUSTMENT FOR FRONT GANG ASSEMBLY
N. ADJUSTABLE FRONT GANG ASSEMBLY
O. ON/OFF SWITCH WITH EXTENSIONS
REFER TO PAGES 6, 7, 14, 15, 16 & 17 FOR MORE DETAILS ON COMPONENTS.
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VERSA SEEDER ASSEMBLY
THE “SPLATTER PLATE” IS DESIGNED TO ALLOW SEED TO SCATTER
AND SPREAD EVENLY.
THE PLATE IS ADJUSTABLE AND CAN DETERMINE THE DIRECTION OF
THE SEED WHEN DISPENSING. VERTICAL: DROPS SEED DIRECTLY
BEHIND THE UNIT HORIZONTAL: SPLATTERS SEED MORE WIDELY.
THE “SPIRAL BRUSH” IS DESIGNED TO MOVE, MIX AND DISPENSE
SEED TO THE TEAR DROP HOLES IN THE BOTTOM OF THE SEED BOX.
THIS INSURES AN EVEN DISTRIBUTION OF SEED AS WELL AS
BLENDING MIXED SIZED SEEDS.
Additional Seeding Note:
For lofty seed (Wheat, Rye, Oats, Grasses etc…) it may be necessary to remove the
Augur Shield inside the seeder (this is the scalloped plate that covers the Spiral
Brush) so that the seeds do not bridge between the brush and the shield causing
the motor to stall.
The reason that this happens is the dispense rate of these seeds is less than that of
the motor revolution rate. This sometimes happens with various types of Soybeans
as well but by removing the shield the issue is rectified.
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VERSA SEEDER ASSEMBLY
(Above) Seed Gate Control Handle
TWO SEPARATE MOTORS FOR
SEEDING. THIS IS ALSO FOR STRIP
PLANTING OF TWO
SIMILAR SIZE SEEDS.
(L) Seeder Motor Cover
Adjusting Bolts located on Seeder “Y”
Brackets are for adjusting the Single
Splatter Shield all at once.
(Above) Secondary Linkage rod connecting
Primary Linkage rod to Slide Adjustment on
second Seed Box (Pre 2015 Models)
(R) ON/OFF Switch, Battery Clips and
Cable Extensions to control Seeder Motor
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CULTIPACKER ASSEMBLY
(Above) Cultipacker Stop on Main Frame
(Above) Pin Assembly that holds Drag/Cultipacker
This Pin can be removed if the user wishes to do
Tillage only w/o Leveling with the Drag
(Above) Pillow Block Bearing Set Screw
needs to be tighten after initial use. Make
periodic checks thereafter
(Above) Hard Rubber Stop for Cultipacker
Roller to rest on Drag Arm when not in use.
Grease Zerk on Pillow block bearing needs
to be filled periodically
(Above) Leverage Bar helps in Folding up and
folding back the Cultipacker Roller
3 POINT HOOK-UP
(Right) Top Link Pin with Clip and bolt
for I-Match Connection.
(Left) Lift Arm Pin with Clip and (2) Size
Sleeves for correct fit of Lift Arms.
I-Match Compatible
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GANG ASSEMBLY
(Above) Non-Greasable Sealed Bearings are used on both
front and rear gang assemblies. These increase longer life
and dependable use of your unit for years to come.
(Above) Side view of unit showing the front gang
assembly set to throw tilled dirt outward and the rear
gang assembly set for additional tillage and for pulling
the tilled dirt from the front gang assembly inward,
thus creating an optimal seed bed.
(Above) The Rear “V” Shaped Gang Assembly has a
fixed position and is set at a pre-determined angle for
maximum tillage. The rear disk can also be used to
place soil on top of seed. Depending on travel speed
and top link adjustment the soil disturbance can help
the dirt flow on top of the seed.
(Above) The Front Gang Assembly has (4) positions
that the Gang Assembly can be adjusted. The Front
Pin Hole (Shown Above) is the least aggressive and
each pin hole moving back will put the gang assembly
into more aggressive positions.
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AVAILABLE PLOW TIPS
Right Turning Plow Tips
Reversible Tooth Point Tips
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Turning Plow Tips – Part# TP-2R
Are used for increased tillage and for added down pressure. This
Turning Tip also works great on breaking up virgin soils and cultivating areas with sod and/or vegetation prior to preparing your plots for
planting. These turning tips act like small moldboard plows cutting
and turning over sod and/or vegetation which makes it easier for you
to cultivate and plant your plots. These turning tips also increase the
down pressure on your Plotmaster forcing the discs deeper into your
soils for increased tillage.
Additional Hardware needed to attach these tips to your existing “S” Tines
Tip Lock (1) Per “S” Tine
7/16” x 2” Plow Bolt (2) Per “S” Tine
7/16” Nylock Nut (2) Per “S” Tine
Reversible Tooth Spikes/Chisel Plow Tips– Part# PA-9
Are also used for increased tillage and for added down pressure. This
Reversible Tip works great to break up hard, compacted soils as well as
virgin soils prior to preparing your plots for planting. These extra sharp
spikes/chisel points penetrate the soil with ease and increase the down
pressure forcing the discs deeper into your soils for increased tillage.
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PLOTMASTER™ HUNTER 600
Unit Includes:
• 3 Point Hitch, I Match compatible, Dual Disc Harrow, Center Plow with (3) 4”
Sweep Plow Tips, Electric Versa Seeder, Cultipacker/Drag with Metal Grating.
Dimensions:
• Length w/Cultipacker Folded: 100 ”
• Length w/Cultipacker Extended: 124 ”
• Width: 80”
• Height: 46”
• Weight: 1378#
Disc Harrow:
• 16 Heavy-Duty Notched Disc with Sealed Bearings
• (Front Disc Adjustable/Rear Disk Fixed/Adjustable Plow Attachment)
• Maximum cutting width: 72”
Versa Seeder System:
Recommended use: Tractor 40 HP and up
• New, Patent-Pending Versa Seeder, Reverse Auger Brush System
designed to plant all types of seeds and seed blends.
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Hunter 600 Seed Chart
Seed lbs per Acre Gate Setting Speed
Alfa-Feast 10 2 5
Alfalfa 18 4 7
Buckbean 6.5 3 3
Bucks and Bosses 8 2 4
Chicory 3 3 5
Clovers 10 1 4
Cow Pea 25 3 5.5
Lablab 20 5 6
Lablab Plus 20 5 6
Max Attract 50/50 40 6 6
Millet 10 2 4
Monster Mix 8 1 4
Oats 128 5 3.5
Pea Patch 20 5.5 7
Rye 168 6 2.5
Rye Grass 25 5 5
Sorghum 30 4 4.5
Soybean 70 4.5 3.5
Sunflowers 25 5.5 5
Ultra Forage 9 4 7
Upland Gamebird 20 6 7
Wheat/Triticale 80 4.5 4
NWGS lbs per Acre Gate Setting Speed
Blend: Little Blue stem, Big Blue stem,
Indian grass, Switch grass, and
Partridge Pea
TheaboveSeedCharts,PlantingRates,andSeederSettingsaregene ralGUIDELINEsandmaynotbeexactduetovariances
inseedsizes,speciesofseed,andwhetherornotseedshavebeencoatedand/orpre‐inoculated.Therefore,dependingon
yourplantingneeds,youmayhavetomakeminoradjustmentstoth
individualplantingrates.
6 7-10 5
eserecommendedsettingsinordertoestablishyour
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PLOTMASTER™ HUNTER 800
Unit Includes:
• 3 Point Hitch, I Match compatible, Dual Disc Harrow, Center Plow with (5) 4”
Sweep Plow Tips, Electric Versa Seeder, Cultipacker/Drag with Metal Grating.
Dimensions:
• Length w/Cultipacker Folded: 100 ”
• Length w/Cultipacker Extended: 124 ”
• Width: 104”
• Height: 46”
• Weight: 1450#
Disc Harrow:
• 24 Heavy-Duty Notched Disc with Sealed Bearings
• (Front Disc Adjustable/Rear Disk Fixed/Adjustable Plow Attachment)
• Maximum cutting width: 92”
Versa Seeder System:
Recommended use: Tractor 60 HP and up
• New, Patent-Pending Versa Seeder, Reverse Auger Brush System
designed to plant all types of seeds and seed blends.
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Hunter 800 Seed Chart
Seed lbs per Acre Gate Setting Speed
Alfa-Feast 10 3 7
Alfalfa 18 7 10
Buckbean 6.5 5 5
Bucks and Bosses 8 5 8
Chicory 3 5 7
Clovers 10 3 7
Cow Pea 25 5 9
Lablab 20 9 8
Lablab Plus 20 9 8
Max Attract 50/50 40 10 8
Millet 10 3 6
Monster Mix 8 2 6
Oats 128 9 5
Pea Patch 20 10 9
Rye 168 10 3
Rye Grass 25 9 7
Sorghum 30 7 6
Soybean 70 8 5
Sunflowers 25 10 8
Ultra Forage 9 7 10
Upland Gamebird 20 10 10
Wheat/Triticale 80 8 6
NWGS lbs per Acre Gate Setting Speed
Blend: Little Blue stem, Big Blue stem,
Indian grass, Switch grass, and
Partridge Pea
TheaboveSeedCharts,PlantingRates,andSeederSettingsaregene ralGUIDELINEsandmaynotbeexactduetovariances
inseedsizes,speciesofseed,andwhetherornotseedshavebeencoatedand/orpre‐inoculated.Therefore,dependingon
yourplantingneeds,youmayhavetomakeminoradjustmentstoth
individualplantingrates.
6 7-10 5
eserecommendedsettingsinordertoestablishyour
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TWO SEASONS, TWO NUTRITIONAL NEEDS
The whitetail’s nutritional needs can be divided into two parts and two needs: warm-season
(spring-summer) protein need and cool-season (fall-winter) energy need. Happily, the needs of
both bucks and does are virtually identical during both periods, but for different reasons.
Warm-Season “Management” Plots
During the warm season, bucks are in their annual antler growth cycle. They start out having to rebuild muscle and mass lost during the stressful rut and winter. From early spring through
summer, protein is of the utmost importance in both growing antlers and rebuilding muscle and
body mass. If protein is in short supply, the body gets first dibs and antler size suffers. During this
time, does also need to regain muscle and body mass lost during the winter. Also like bucks, they
need to nourish something growing rapidly – developing fetuses and later nursing fawns. All this
takes lots of protein.
If you want more and bigger deer that stay close to home, you’ve got to plant warm-season
plots. You can’t have a serious nutritional management program otherwise. Tecomate built its
reputation on unsurpassed warm-season products. Typically, legumes are employed to meet
warm-season protein requirements. Lablab, cowpeas, soybeans, clover, medics and alfalfa are all
legumes. There are annual and perennial legumes, and some types of legumes will grow practically everywhere. Chicory & forbs are right up there with legumes for protein. Though considered a cool-season plant, its heat and drought resistance make it an important protein source during the warm-season. Contrary to popular belief, corn, sorghum and milo are not good summer
sources of protein. And brassicas, i.e., rape, kale and turnips, are not good choices for summer
protein because of low palatability while actively growing.
Cool-Season “Hunting” Plots
During the cool period, bucks and does need energy to fuel rutting activity and to ward off
winter’s cold; otherwise, they’ll burn muscle and fat and consume body reserves. Retaining more
muscle and body mass entering the spring means bigger antlers and healthier fawns. So, coolseason food plots need to both attract deer for hunting and provide lots of energy.
Fast-growing annuals have been the traditional cool-season choice. Cereal grains, such as
oats, triticale, rye and wheat, are favorites and excellent sources of energy. In the North, brassicas
are popular and will attract deer once “frost-cured” and their sugar content increases. Unfortunately, if you only plant cereal grains, brassicas or any other single species, the nutritional value
is largely limited to fall, with little carryover into spring. A much better plan is to include clovers,
winter peas, vetch and/or chicory with fast-growing, high-energy annuals. By doing so, you not
only get better attraction, but you’ll also deliver essential nutrition in late winter/spring, a critical
time in deer herds everywhere. That’s the logic behind our fall annuals – we added chicory and a
variety of legumes to grain-based Max-Attract 50/50 and brassica-based Ultra-Forage. By the
way, deer can readily break down protein into energy, thus legumes and chicory are also important sources of fall energy.
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How to Calibrate Plotmaster Seeders
To determine the seeding rate for any type seed when using the Plotmaster seeder, you need to
know two things: a) seed coverage area and b) the amount of seed used to cover this area.
To determine the seeding rate you must do the following:
Weigh a small amount of the seed (in pounds) you wish to plant.
Place the small amount of seed that you weighed into seeder hopper
Open the seed gate until the first seed falls out
(open until the first largest seed falls out if it is a seed blend).
Note this seed setting for future reference. Turn on seeder motor.
Plant seed at the desired depth using a constant speed (usually between 4- 8 mph).
Once all the seed has been dispensed out of your seeder, you must now determine the
distance (in feet) that you covered (planted) with that amount of seed.
You must also measure the planting width (in feet) of the Plotmaster seeder
Use the following formulas to determine the seeding rate:
Seeding Rate = Amount of Seed (lbs)
Coverage Area (acres)
Coverage Area = Distance Covered (feet) x Planting Width (feet)
43,560 (square feet in one acre)
Example:
You are using the Hunter 600 which has a 5-foot planting width (without grain drill attach-
ment). You weigh 3 pounds of seed and place it in the seeder. You open the seed gate
until the first seed comes out (ex. setting #5 on the seeder). You travel at the constant
speed of 4 mph for a distance of 700 feet before the 3 pounds of seed is completely
dispensed. What is your seeding rate?
Coverage Area = Distance Covered (feet) x Planting Width (feet) = 700 feet x 5 feet
43,560 (square feet in one acre) 43,560
Coverage Area = .08 acres
Seeding Rate = Amount of Seed (lbs) = 3 lbs = 37.5 lbs per acre
Coverage Area (acres) .08 acres
Note: You can increase your seeding rate by increasing the opening or seed setting on your
seeder (ex. going from setting #5 to setting #6) or by decreasing your speed of travel
(ex. going from 4 mph to 3 mph).
You can decrease your seeding rate by decreasing the opening or seed setting on your seeder
(ex. going from setting #5 to setting #4) or by increasing your speed of travel
(ex. going from 4 mph to 5 mph).
Each time you change the type of seed used, seeder settings and/or your speed of travel, you
will change your seeding rate. Therefore, you must recalculate your seeding rate each time
you change seed types, seeder settings and/or speed of travel.
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www.plotmasters.com
e-mail plotmastersystems@gmail.com
Or
Drop us a line at:
Plotmaster™ Systems, LLC.
PO Box 111
Wrightsville, Ga. 31096
PLOTMASTER™ SYSTEMS, LLC. PROVIDES A
ONE-YEAR WARRANTY AGAINST ANY
MANUFACTURER’S DEFECTS.
PRODUCT NOT WARRANTIED AGAINST
CUSTOMER MISUSE OF PRODUCT.
BE SURE TO FILL OUT AND RETURN YOUR
WARRANTY CARD ACCOMPANIED BY THE
SERIAL# (LOCATED ON THE FRONT OF YOUR UNIT)
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