SEED PARTNER
Colchester, IL 62326-0358 • 309/776-4111
Toll Free 800/447-5777
309/776-3222 (Fax)
Website:
Email: INFO@YETTERCO.COM
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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 Partner 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
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 one year after purchase.
Dealer_______________________________
Yetter Manufacturing warrants its own products only and cannot be responsible for damage to
equipment on which mounted.
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:
SYSTEMS ONE
(309) 776-4111
(309) 776-3222 (Fax)
WEBSITE: WWW.YETTERCO.COM
EMAIL: INFO@YETTERCO.COM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD………………………………………………………………………….2
WARRANTY POLICY………………………………………………………………..2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS…………………………………………………………...4
SEED PARTNER SET UP & OPERATION……………………………………….5
SEED PARTNER SET UP & ASSEMBLY………………………………………...6
ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………………………...7
POWER UNIT SET UP………………………………………………………………8
MAINTENANCE………………………………………………………………………9
PARTS IDENTIFICATION………………………………………………….….10-18
TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………………….…….19
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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:
DANGER:
Denotes a specific potential hazard.
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 Partner. Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to
accidents.
Safety shields must always be in place during operation.
Never park the Seed Partner 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 Seed Partner, tractor 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
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.
of increased stopping distances and control effort when operating with implements attached.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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SEED PARTNER SET UP & OPERATION
The Seed Partner consists of a Seed Cart and Seed Jet II. Your Seed Partner is shipped as an assembled unit
with one pallet box. Please check that the following items are received in the container:
Hose Assembly Parts Bag
Seed Jet II Hose Assembly
Seed Partner Parts Bag
NOTE: Gasoline, oil and a 12-Volt battery (Group 58 or 26-70) will be required before the
unit can be operated.
1. The wheels and tires must be moved from the shipping position to the field position. Remove the two rear
wheel, hub and tire assemblies from inside the frame install them in the same spindle tubes outside of the
frame as shown in the illustration.
WARNING: Do not pull your Seed Partner in the field or on the road with the tires in the shipping
position! If you pull it with the tires in the shipping position at any speed or over uneven surfaces the
cart may tip over resulting in serious personal injury or death.
2. Check the tension in the tank strap and tighten if loose.
3. Check for loose bolts or damaged parts and tighten or repair as required.
4. Grease the front wheel pivot tube.
5. Check tire air pressure and inflate to 32psi if required.
6. Be sure that the tongue pin snaps into one of the holes in the inner tongue and is secure, before towing.
7. After filling your Seed Partner with seed, remove both ladders, turn them upside down and place in the field
storage position. Secure the ladders in the field storage position with the klik pins.
WARNING: Never ride on the cart or allow anyone else to ride on it. The ladders and walkboard are to
assist in filling the cart when it is not moving. If you ride on the cart or allow anyone to ride on it
while it is moving, you or they may fall off resulting in serious personal injury or death.
8. The roll of stainless steel flex hose is to be connected to the airlock output.
NOTE: DO NOT START ENGINE OR USE BLOWER BEFORE FILLING WITH PROPER LUBRICANTS.
9. Adjust slide gate opening on airlock to maximum opening without overloading the engine and blower. It is
advisable to close slide door and empty hopper before transporting the unit. Seed left in the airlock and
exposed to moisture could swell and damage the airlock assembly.
10. Always shut off airlock and allow hose to clear of grain before throttling down the engine and shutting off the
whole system.
NOTE: There is a time delay from turning off the switch to when the material quits flowing from the
cyclone, some practice may be necessary for precise filling of seed boxes!
CAUTION: Ground clearance of the Seed Partner is reduced when airlock unit is attached,
negotiate obstacles and uneven terrain carefully.
WARNING: Do not disconnect the air hoses while the blower is running. If you do seed may
shoot out of the hose or the hose may whip resulting in possible personal injury and loss of seed.
DANGER: Do not pull the Seed Partner on steep slopes or above 20 mph. If you do the Seed
Partner may tip over resulting in damage to the cart and possible serious personal injury or death.
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SEED PARTNER SET UP & ASSEMBLY
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ASSEMBLY
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GENERAL INFORMATION
POWER UNIT SET UP
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!!
WARNING: Read and follow all safety procedures described in instructions provided
by engine and blower manufacturers before attempting to operate this unit.
1. Fill crankcase of engine with oil as specified in the instructions supplied by the engine manufacturer. (High
quality SAE 30 weight, SE, SF or SG service grade)
2. Fill gasoline tank with clean, fresh lead free gasoline (85 octane), refer to engine instruction book for specific
details.
NOTE: Briggs & Stratton 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.
3. Add oil to blower gear case as explained in blower operating manual. DO NOT OVERFILL.
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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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Never clean, lubricate or adjust a machine that is in motion. Failure to heed may result in serious
personal injury or death.
1. Inspect daily and clean safety decals. Replace if torn or no longer functional.
2. Inspect daily the air cleaner element and clean or replace as required.
3. Inspect daily and retighten, as required, all bolts on the power unit and assemblies.
4. Inspect daily and repair, as required, all air hoses and fittings.
5. See blower manual for proper lubrication.
6. Inspect, refill and replace the blower oil per the instructions in the blower manual.
7. Inspect the airlock assembly, it must turn freely.
8. Do not allow the airlock assembly and the blower to be exposed to water.
9. Lubricate the airlock with “fogging oil” before and after the in-use season.
10. Clean and lubricate the machine before putting into storage. Do not leave seed or seed treatments/inoculants in
or near the airlock.
STORAGE
1. Inspect, refill and replace the blower oil per the instructions in the blower manual. Use a high quality
hydraulic oil.
2. Inspect the airlock assembly, it must turn freely.
3. Do not allow the airlock assembly and blower to be exposed to water, moisture or condensation. Store in a
clean dry area.
NOTE: If airlock and/or blower are exposed to water they will rust and may cause NON-REPAIRABLE
damage.
4. Lubricate the airlock and blower with “fogging oil” before and after the in-use season.
5. Clean and lubricate the machine before putting into storage. Do not leave seed or seed
treatments/inoculants in or near the airlock.
IMPORTANT: Do Not Use
a pipe wrench to free a stuck airlock.
6. Remove hoses from all fittings, cap or cover the hoses, airlock and blower fittings to repel rodents and
moisture and to seal in lubricants.
7. Gasoline engines stored over 30 days need to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in
fuel system or essential carburetor parts. For gasoline engine protection, we recommend use of Briggs &
Stratton fuel stabilizer available from an authorized Briggs & Stratton service dealer. Mix stabilizer with fuel
tank or storage container. Run engine for a short time to circulate stabilizer through carburetor. Engine and
fuel can be stored up to 24 months.
NOTE: If stabilizer is not used or if engine is operating on gasoline containing alcohol, e.g. gasohol, remove all fuel from tank
and run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
STORAGE PROCEEDURES FOR GAS/LPG/NG ENGINES
1. Change oil.
2. Remove spark plug and pour about 15 ml (1/2oz.) of engine oil into cylinder. Replace spark plug and crank slowly to
distribute oil.
3. Clean chaff and debris from cylinder and cylinder head fins, under finger guard and behind muffler.
4. Store in a clean and dry area, but NOT near a stove, furnace or water heater which uses a pilot light or any device that
create a spark.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
1300-129 SEED PARTNER MAIN ASSEMBLY
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
1300-124 SEED JET II HOSE ASSEMBLY
KEY QTY PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 1 1300-376 CYCLONE, BLACK
2 2 2570-717 HOSE CLAMP, #36, TYPE F, STYLE 1
3 1 1300-411 4” X 3” DIA. BLACK SHRINK TUBE
4 1 1300-395 2-1/4” ID X 35 FT. STAINLESS HOSE
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
WHEEL & HUB (31-13.5 X 15) ASSEMBLY
KEY QTY PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 1 2570-192 HUB CAP
2 1 2531-106 3/16 X 1-3/4” COTTER PIN, BLACK
3 1 2520-501 3/4-16 SLOTTED HEX NUT ZP
4 1 2526-501 3/4 STD. FLATWASHER ZP
5 1 2550-027 CONE, LM# 67048
6 1 2550-029 CUP, LM #67010
7 1 2570-189 HUB W/CUPS, LUGS
8 1 2550-030 CUP, LM#29710
9 1 2550-028 CONE, LM#29749
10 1 2570-191 SEAL
11 1 6600-336 SPINDLE, 1-3/4” DRILLED
12 6 2570-190 STUD, 1/2-20
13 1 6600-111 HUB & SPINDLE ASSY., 6 BOLT
14 6 2520-360 1/2-20 LUG NUT
15 1 7100-111 WHEEL/TIRE (31-13.5 X 15) ASSY
15A 1 2570-727 WHEEL, 15 X 10, WHITE
15B 1 2570-728 TIRE, 31-13.5 X 15, 8 PLY
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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Problem
Airlock will not turn on/off.
Airlock will not turn.
Low rate of discharge of grain.
Abnormal noises in power unit
assembly.
Dust coming out of top of cyclone.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Cause
Frame mount relay not functioning.
No voltage from alternator.
Loose connections.
Blown fuse
Foreign objects jamming airlock.
Key sheared.
12V motor faulty
Wet seed left in airlock.
Lack of air pressure
Airlock running too slow
Excessive discharge-height of
cyclone
Drive belt too loose.
Overloaded blower
Engine problems
Blower problems
Dusty/dirty seed or seed treatment
Solution
Replace frame mounted solenoid.
Check output from alternator
Check plug in on duplex wires
Check connections at 12V motor
Check ground and solenoid
connections
Replace 25 amp round fuse located
in the 1300-405 interface module.
(Automotive type)
Remove obstacles
Check key between motor gearbox
and airlock shaft
Check motor operation
Remove wet seed.
Check B & S motor is at full throttle.
Check for air leaks in hose or at
couplers.
Ensure 12V supply is correct.
Overloaded, close up slide gate.
Reduce height of cyclone
Re-tension the V-belt.
Close up slide gate in hopper.
Refer to engine manual.
Refer to blower manual.
Install filter in top of cyclone.
Wear a full-face respirator.
Read the seed tag for respirator
recommendations.
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