Yetter 1300 User Manual

Systems One

2565-441_REV_D 02/2012

YETTER MANUFACTURING CO.
FOUNDED 1930

Colchester, IL 62326-0358
Toll free: 800/447-5777
309/776-3222 (Fax)
Website: www.yetterco.com
E-mail:

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A YETTER COMPANY

SEED JET II

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FOREWORD

You’ve just joined an exclusive but rapidly
growing club.

For our part, we want to welcome you to the
group and thank you for buying a Yetter
product.

We hope your new Seed Jet II will help you
achieve both increased productivity and
increased efficiency so that you may generate
more profit.

This operator’s manual has been designed
into four major sections: Foreword, Safety
Precautions, Installation Instructions and
Parts Breakdown.

This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

indicates important safety messages in

the manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of
PERSONAL INJURY and carefully read the
message that follows.

The word NOTE is used to convey information
that is out of context with the manual text. It
contains special information such as
specifications, techniques, reference
information of a supplementary nature.

The word IMPORTANT is used in the text
when immediate damage will occur to the
machine due to improper technique or
operation. Important will apply to the same
information as specified by note only of an
immediate and urgent nature.

It is the responsibility of the user to read the
operator’s manual and comply with the safe
and correct operating procedure and to
lubricate and maintain the product according
to the maintenance schedule in the operator’s
manual.

The user is responsible for inspecting his
machine and for having parts repaired or
replaced when continued use of the product
would cause damage or excessive wear to
the other parts.

It is the user’s responsibility to deliver his
machine to the Yetter dealer who sold him the
product for service or replacement of
defective parts, which are covered by the
warranty policy.

If you are unable to understand or
follow the instructions provided in this
publication, consult you local Yetter dealer or
contact: SYSTEMS ONE

309/776-4111
800/447-5777

309/776-3222 (FAX)

E-mail: [e-mail]

WARRANTY POLICY

Yetter Manufacturing warrants all products manufactured and sold by it against defect in material. This
warranty being expressly limited to replacement at the factory of such parts or products as shall appear to be
defective after inspection. This warranty does not obligate the Company to bear cost of labor in replacement
of parts. It is the policy of the company to make improvements without incurring obligations to add them to
any unit already sold. No warranty is made or authorized to be made other than herein set forth. This
warranty is in effect for 1 year after purchase.

Dealer ___________________________________

Yetter Manufacturing warrants its own products only and cannot be responsible for
damage to equipment on which mounted.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Cover Page…………………………………………………………………….. 1
Foreword……………………………………………………………………….. 2
Table of Contents……………………………………………………………… 3
Safety Information……………………………………………………………... 4
General Information…………………………………………………………… 5

Assembly Instructions

1300-183 Power Unit Assembly……….……………………………...6
1300-120 Hopper Assembly……………………………………….… 7

1300-124 Seed Jet II Hose Assembly………………………………8-9

Operation………………………………………………………………………..10
Maintenance…………………………………………………………………….11
Parts Identification

1300-121 Seed Jet II………………………………………………….12
1300-120 Hopper Assembly………………………………………….13
1300-119 Airlock Assembly…………………………………………..14
1300-183 Power Unit Assembly………………………………….15-22
1300-124 Seed Jet II Hose Assembly……………………………….23

1300-166 Cyclone Exhaust kit………………………………………..24
Cyclone Shutoff…………………………………………….24
1300-620 Remote Control (OPTIONAL)…………………………….25

1300-178 Cyclone Switch Pack………………………………………25

Trouble Shooting………………………………………………………………..26

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

You can make your farm a safer place to live and work if you observe the safety precautions given. Study these precautions
carefully and insist those working with you and for you follow the precautions.

Finally, remember this an accident is usually caused by someone’s carelessness, neglect or oversight.

A brief description of signal words that may be used in this manual:
CAUTION: Used as a general reminder of good safety practices or to direct attention to unsafe practices.
WARNING: Denotes a specific potential hazard.
DANGER: Denotes the most serious specific potential hazard.

CAUTION

Consult your implement and tractor operator’s manual for correct and safe operating practices. Be aware of towed
implement width and allow safe clearance.

CAUTION: SAFETY SIGNS

Safety decals are placed on the implement to alert the operator and others to the risk of personal injury or unsafe
operation during normal operations and servicing.

1. The safety decals must be kept clean and in good condition to ensure that they are legible.

2. Safety decals must be replaced if they are missing or illegible.

3. When components are replaced during repair or servicing, check that the new components include the necessary
safety signs.

4. Replacement safety decals may be obtained from your local dealer.

WARNING

Read these instructions carefully to acquaint yourself with the Seed Jet II. Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to
accidents.

Safety shields must always be in place during operation.

Never park the gravity wagon on a steep incline or leave the equipment running unattended.

Never clean, lubricate or adjust a machine that is in motion. Always remove spark plug wire before performing service.

Always replace safety shields after servicing.

If machine must be serviced in the raised position, jack or block it up to prevent it from accidentally falling and injuring
someone.

Be sure the park brake is set before operating.

Do not allow children to operate this equipment.

Do not allow riders on the wagon or pickup.

Use speeds and caution dictated by the terrain being traversed. Do not operate on any slope steep enough to cause
tipping or loss of control.

Be sure all personnel are clear of the immediate area before operating.

Read and understand the operator’s manual and require all other persons who will operate the equipment to do the
same.

If operating on public roadways, where legal, be certain all lighting is operating properly and observe all traffic laws.

Attach a slow moving vehicle emblem to the rear of the trailing implement.

Beware of increased stopping distances and control effort when operating with implements attached.

Be familiar with all controls and be prepared to stop engine and equipment quickly in an emergency.

If seed or seed treatment is dusty or dirty, wear a full-face respirator.

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FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SHIPMENT CHECKLIST

Your Seed Jet II is shipped as a complete unit in one container. Please check that the following
items are received in the container:

Power Unit Assembly
Hopper Assembly
Bolt Bag, Seed Jet II
Seed Jet II Hose Assembly
Pair of Hopper Brackets
Cyclone Cable Assembly
Cyclone Exhaust Kit
15' of Rubber Flex Hose

NOTE: Gasoline, oil and a 12-Volt battery (Group 58 or 26-70) will be required before the unit
can be operated.

DO NOT START ENGINE OR USE BLOWER BEFORE FILLING WITH PROPER
LUBRICANTS. ENGINE HAS AN OIL LEVEL SENSOR; OIL LEVEL MUST BE FULL ON
DIPSTICK. DO NOT OVERFILL!!

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

POWER UNIT SET UP

1. Add oil to blower gear case. DO NOT OVERFILL. 8 oz., 80W-140 gear oil (ISO220, 5EP, GL-5
service grade). Lubricate the bearings using Shell Darina EP NLG grade 2 grease.

2. Fill crankcase of engine with oil. (High quality SAE 30 weight, SE, SF or SG service grade)

3. Fill gasoline tank with clean, fresh lead free gasoline (85 octane).

NOTE: Engine Manufacturer does not recommend the use of gasoline, which

contains alcohol such as gasohol. If gasoline with alcohol is used, it must not
contain more than 10% Ethanol and MUST be removed from the engine during
storage. DO NOT use gasoline-containing methanol.

4. Install and clamp securely a 12-volt battery, Group 58 or 26-70.

5. Check that all electrical connections are tight.

6. Check tension of drive belt.

7. Ensure that all safety shields are in place.

NOTE: For questions concerning warranty on the engine or blower contact the
corresponding manufacturer or the local service/retail outlet.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

HOPPER UNIT SET UP

With the assistance of another person and/or lifting equipment, position the hopper assembly next to
the discharge slide door of your gravity wagon. The hopper should be level once attached.

The brackets supplied are of a universal type and it may be necessary to drill extra holes in the
frame of your wagon to attach these parts. The long pins and spacers provided should
accommodate most sizes of wagons. Install the 3/16” x 1 ¼” roll pin onto the hopper pins before
attaching the hopper to the brackets.

*CAUTION: Ground clearance of wagon is reduced when hopper unit is attached,

before transporting, rotate the hopper assembly upward and secure with
3/16 chain. Negotiate obstacles and uneven terrain carefully.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

35’ SEED HOSE ASSEMBLY

STEP 1. Attach the 1300-124 seed hose assembly to the 2 1/4” airlock fitting and secure with the 2570-

716 muffler style clamp. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE CLAMP.

STEP 2. Attach the 1300-166 cyclone exhaust kit to the seed cyclone. Left hand thread the 2515-712 hose
cuff onto the 1300-553 3 1/8” OD vinyl hose. Then insert the hose and cuff assembly into the top of the
cyclone. Using plastic tie straps, tie the vinyl hose to the stainless steel seed hose using the (3) 2515-405
black cable ties.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 3. Attach the 1300-163 cable assembly to the 1300-124 seed hose assembly. Connect the 1300-

163 cable to the power unit’s module at the plug connector labeled “switch input”. Inspect the plug
connector for dirt, debris or bent pins; clean and repair the connectors if necessary.

STEP 3. CONTINUED….Coil the cable assembly around the seed hose. Install the toggle switch to the
cyclone handle and secure with the jam nut.

STEP 4. Tape the seed hose assembly and the cable assembly together at regular intervals to prevent
snagging and damaging of the cable assembly.

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