TwinTeC cutting discs are blocked

If the inner scraper is worn, adhering soil can block the cutting discs.

  1. Depending on the implement equipment:

    Remove the seed tube hose 5 or Y-piece.
  2. Remove the bolt 4.
  3. Remove the TwinTeC seed outlet 2.
  4. Clean the TwinTeC seed outlet on the inside and outside.

  5. To avoid damaging the inner scraper, use an assembly lubricant and do not use percussive tools:

    Replace the inner scraper 1.

  6. To install the TwinTeC seed outlet:

    Place the TwinTeC seed outlet in the guides 3.
  7. Install the bolt.
  8. Install the seed tube hose or Y-piece.

Under unfavourable operating conditions, adhering soil can block the cutting discs despite a functional inner scraper.

NOTE
The cutting disc is shown transparent for a better view. The cutting disc does not need to be removed.
  1. Remove adhering soil 1 by cleaning thoroughly.

  2. If the blockage cannot be removed:

    Remove and clean the TwinTeC seed outlet as described in the following.

  1. Depending on the implement equipment:

    Remove the seed tube hose 4 or Y-piece.
  2. Remove the bolt 3.
  3. Remove the TwinTeC seed outlet 1.
  4. Remove adhering soil 5.
  5. Clean the TwinTeC seed outlet on the inside and outside.

  6. To install the TwinTeC seed outlet:

    Place the TwinTeC seed outlet in the guides 2.
  7. Install the bolt.
  8. Install the seed tube hose or Y-piece.