SCREW ADJUST
RESIDUE MANAGER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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YETTER MANUFACTURING CO.
FOUNDED 1930
Colchester, IL 62326-0358
oll free: 800/447-5777
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309/776-3222 (Fax)
Website: www.yetterco.com
E-mail: info@yetterco.com
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 Yetter products will help you
achieve both goals-increase your productivity and
increase your 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 and 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
your local Yetter dealer or contact:
YETTER MANUFACTURING CO.
309/776-4111
800/447-5777
309/776-3222 (FAX)
Website: www.yetterco.com
E-mail: info@yetterco.com
WARRANTY
etter Manufacturing warrants all products manufactured and sold by it against defects in material. This
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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 one year after purchase.
DEALER: ________________________________________
Yetter Manufacturing warrants its own products only and cannot be responsible for damages to
equipment on which mounted.
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SAFETY
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.
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 that those working with you and for you follow them.
Finally, remember this: an accident is usually caused by someone’s carelessness, neglect or oversight.
WARNING
Never clean, lubricate or adjust a machine that is in motion. Always lower or block the implement before
performing service.
If the machine must be serviced in the raised position, jack or block it up to prevent it from accidentally
falling and injuring someone.
Do not allow riders on the tractor or implement.
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.
Be familiar with all tractor and implement controls and be prepared to stop engine and implements quickly in
an emergency.
CAUTION
Consult your implement and tractor operator’s manual for correct and safe operating practices.
Beware of towed implement width and allow safe clearance.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Forward…..………………………………………………………….……. 2
Warranty……………………………….…………………………….……..2
Safety Information………………………………………………….……...3
Table of Contents………………………………………………….………4
Optional Equipment……………………………………………….………4
Bolt Torque………………………………………………………….……..5
peration Precautions…..…………...………………………….………. 6
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Planter Adjustments……………………………………………………….7
Installations Instructions..…………….…….……………………….….…8-10
Operation….……….……………………………..………….…….……....11
Maintenance…………………………………………………………….….11-17
Parts Identification………………………………..……………..……..….18-34
Notes…………………………………………………………………………35
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
2967-186 FLOATER WHEEL
L.H. ASSEMBLY SHOWN
(2) REQUIRED PER ROW
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BOLT TORQUE
Mounting bolts and hardware
Before operating the Residue Manager for the first time, check to be sure that all
hardware is tight. Check all hardware again after approximately 50 hours of operation
and at the beginning of each planting season.
All hardware used on the Residue Manager is Grade 5 unless otherwise noted. Grade 5
cap screws are marked with three radial lines on the head. If hardware must be replaced,
be sure to replace it with hardware of equal size, strength and thread type. Refer to the
torque values chart when tightening hardware.
Important: Over tightening hardware can cause as much damage as when
under tightening. Tightening hardware beyond the recommended range can
reduce its shock load capacity.
The chart below is a guide for proper torque. Use it unless a specified torque is called out
lsewhere in the manual.
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Torque is the force you apply to the wrench handle or the cheater bar, times the length of the
handle or bar.
Use a torque wrench whenever possible.
The following table shows torque in ft. lbs. for coarse thread hardware.
Lubricate all bearings and moving parts as assembled and make certain that they work freely.
WARNING: Never work around the toolbar/implement while in a raised position without using
safety lockups.
AUTION: The Residue Managers are very heavy and sharp. Pay extra attention to lifting
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techniques while handling and or maneuvering the opener during assembly. Failure to do so may
lead to personal injury.
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OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
STOP
Read this before using the Yetter product.
- MACHINE OPERATION
IMPORTANT: failure to properly set the planter frame height and
levelness can result in less than successful operation of the planter
and the Yetter product and may result in damaged equipment.
operators should read and thoroughly understand the instructions
given prior to using the Yetter product.
NOTE: DO NOT use this product if the planter is not adjusted properly!
Leveling the planter:
With the planter lowered to proper operating height (Usually 20”-22”).
Read the planter operator’s manual for recommended setting. Check to
be sure the toolbar and row unit parallel arms are level fore and aft. Re-
check when the planter is in the field and has been fully loaded with seed,
fertilizer, granular chemicals, etc. Also, a field check with a bubble level on
the frame should be made of the hitch height to ensure level operation front
to back.
It is important for the planter to operate level laterally. Tire pressure must be
maintained at pressures specified by the manufacturer.
Field and actual planting conditions change and will dictate planter frame
heights. You must ensure that the row unit parallel arms are approximately
parallel with the ground.
IMPORTANT: For proper operation of the planter attachments and row
units, it is imperative that the planter toolbars and row unit parallel arms be
level side-to-side and front-to-rear. The toolbar frame should operate at a
20”-22” height from the planting surface
operator’s manual for instructions on how to adjust the frame height and
levelness.
. Check the manufacturer’s
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PLANTER ADJUSTMENT
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1. Fill the wheel assembly with #2 multi-purpose grease. Approximately 30 pumps
with a lever style grease gun.
STEP 2. Choose the mounting hole in which to attach the R.M. wheels. Attach the R.M.
wheels/hub/shield assemblies to the 2966-206-stem adjustment bracket using 5/8” Dbolts, lock washers and hex nuts. Adjust the bearing shield to top dead center, rotate
slightly forward. Torque to 150 ft./lbs.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 3A. Attach the screw adjust residue manager assembly to the planter row unit
using 2) ½” x 3-1/2” hex bolts and ½” lock nuts.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 3B. Attach the screw adjust residue manager assembly to the planter row unit
using 3) ½” x 1-1/2” hex bolts, flat washers and ½” lock nuts.
2967-052
STEP 4. Align the residue wheels to the planter opener blades. The residue manager
mount bracket has slotted holes in the faceplate to move the residue manager wheels
side to side; to be able to center the wheels on the furrow. Fully tighten mounting bolts.
Torque to 85 ft. lbs.
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OPERATION
Be sure planter frame is LEVEL and at the height stated in the planter operation manual.
The Residue Manager is designed to work in heavy residue situations especially where
minimum soil movement is required. Depending on conditions and objectives, the 2967 Residue
Manager can be set shallow with the teeth only engaged in the residue so as to clear heavy
residue with minimal soil disturbance. Residue Managers are not recommended when surface
application pre-plant herbicide is used prior to planting.
ROW CLEANER DO’S AND DON’TS
. DO NOT move soil, Residue Managers are designed to move crop residue only.
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2. DO NOT operate planter at slow speeds, ground speed affects how aggressive the spoke
wheels are; operate at sufficient speed to maintain good residue flow.
3. DO NOT expect 100% of crop residue to be cleared, it is not necessary and would necessitate
engaging the soil. The width of path cleared depends on ground conditions, depth setting
and ground speed.
4. DO expect to see wheels occasionally quit turning, indicates ideal (shallow) setting which is
not moving dirt.
5. DO expect the potential to bend or break teeth on wheels in excessively rocky conditions.
6. DO adjust planter frame height 20”-22” and level drawbar correctly. Very important to ensure
planter unit will follow ground contours properly.
7. DO adjust planter row unit down pressure kit correctly to prevent excessive depth.
8. DO expect finely tilled/soft soils to require adjustment due to lack of resistance, the wheel
must turn to move residue.
9. DO expect more adjustments to be required in finely tilled or soft soils. In these conditions,
the planter may lose flotation requiring adjustment of the residue manager to shallower
positions.
MAINTENANCE
After a few hours use, check all bolts to make sure they are tight.
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replace as needed. Use “BLUE” thread lock (removable) if bolts that secure the detent
plate become loose from vibration.
STEP 2. Lubricate the screw adjust using #2 multi-purpose lithium grease every 50
hours.
egularly inspect the residue manager for loose or worn bolts. Repair and
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MAINTENANCE
STEP 3. BEARING ASSEMBLY AND LUBRICATION
Practice Safety
Understand and practice safe service procedures before doing work. Follow ALL the
operating, maintenance and safety information in the equipment operator manual. Clear
the area of bystanders, especially small children, when performing any maintenance or
adjustments. Keep work area clean and dry. Use adequate lighting for the job. Use only
tools, jacks and hoists of sufficient capacity for the job.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep hands, feet, and
clothing from power-driven moving and rotating parts. Disengage all power and operate
controls to relieve pressure. Lower equipment to the ground and stop the engine. Remove
the key. Wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or
unplugging.
Securely support any machine elements with blocks or safety stands that must be raised
for service work.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damaged equipment
immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
Make sure all guards are in place and properly secured when maintenance work is
completed.
Assembly
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MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Be certain to align the grease fitting with the slot in the wheel and the hubcap
so that the grease can flow freely.
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Grease must fill this
Hubcap cavity.
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Lubrication
CAUTION: To help prevent serious injury or death to you or others caused by
unexpected movement, service machine on a level surface. Lower machine to
ground or sufficiently lock or block raised machine before servicing. If machine
is connected to tractor, engage parking brake and place transmission in
"PARK", shut off engine and remove key. If machine is detached from tractor,
block wheels and use shop stands to prevent movement.
CAUTION: Do not clean, lubricate, or adjust machine while in motion.
Use grease based on NLGI consistency numbers and the expected air temperature range
during the service interval.
Use a multi-purpose lithium, water resistant, moderate speed, and NLGI grade #2
grease.
Other greases may be used if they meet the following NLGI Performance
Classification: GC-LB
IMPORTANT: Some types of grease thickener are not
compatible with others. Consult your grease supplier before
mixing different types of grease.
Alternative Lubricants
Conditions in certain geographical areas may require special lubricants and lubrication
practices which do not appear in the operator's manual. If there are any questions,
consult Yetter Manufacturing Co. to obtain latest information and recommendation.
PART # DESCRIPTION OUNCES OF GREASE
2967-404 13” TAPER TOOTH R.M. WHEEL 1.12 OZ
2967-602 13” SHARK TOOTH R.M. WHEEL 1.12 OZ
2967-186 FLOATER WHEEL KIT W/R.M. WHEEL 2.08 OZ
2967-596 HEAVY DUTY OR BEVEL R.M. WHEEL W/
FLOATER WHEEL KIT
2.40 OZ
Storing Lubricants
Your machine can operate at top efficiency only if clean lubricants are used.
Use clean containers to handle all lubricants.
Store them in an area protected from dust, moisture and other contaminants.
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Lubrication Symbols
Lubricate with grease at hourly interval indicated on symbol.
Lubrication Intervals
IMPORTANT: The recommended service intervals are based on normal conditions;
severe or unusual conditions may require more frequent lubrication.
Perform each lubrication and service procedure at the beginning and end of each
season.
Clean grease fittings before using grease gun, to avoid injecting dirt and grit into the
bearing. Replace any lost or broken fittings immediately. If a fitting fails to take
grease, remove and clean thoroughly, replace fitting if necessary. Also check for
failure of adjoining parts.
BEARING REPLACEMENT INSTALLATION
. When assembling the spoke wheels, bearing assembly and hubcap, be sure to
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align the grease transfer hole in the spoke wheel with the groove in the hubcap
and hole in the hub to allow grease passage.
2. Assemble the wheels, hubs and caps.
3. Grease the wheel/hub/bearing assembly.
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Storing the Equipment
Store the machine in an area away from human activity
Store machine in RAISED position.
Install service locks on all wheel cylinders.
At the end of the season, the machine should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for
storage. Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent down time at the
start of the next season. Store machine under cover with all parts in operating condition.
• Clean machine thoroughly to remove all dirt, debris and crop residue, which would
hold moisture and cause rusting.
• Inspect machine for worn or broken parts. See your Yetter Farm Equipment dealer
during the off-season so that parts or service can be acquired when machine is not
needed in the field.
• Lubricate bearings as outlined in the Lubrication section
• Paint all parts which are chipped or worn and require repainting.
• Store machine in a clean, dry place with the planting unit out of the sun.
• If the machine cannot be stored inside, cover with a waterproof tarpaulin and tie
securely in place.
• Do not allow children to play on or around the machine
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Our name
Is getting known
Just a few years ago, Yetter products were sold primarily to the
idwest only. Then we embarked on a program of expansion and
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moved into the East, the South, the West and now north into Canada.
We’re even getting orders from as far away as Australia and Africa.
So, when you buy Yetter products . . .you’re buying a name that’s
recognized. A name that’s known and respected. A name that’s
become a part of American agriculture and has become synonymous
with quality and satisfaction in the field of conservation tillage.
Thank you.
YETTER MANUFACTURING CO.
Colchester, IL 62326-0358 • 309/776-4111
Toll Free 800/447-5777
Fax 309/776-3222
Website: WWW.YETTERCO.COM
E-MAIL: INFO@YETTERCO.COM
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