Revision April 2018 FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 · Broadcasts heavy dense granules up to 28 metres and slug pellets typically from 18 to 24 metres wide, with a minimum disc height of 1 metre

FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Broadcasts heavy dense granules up to 28 metres and slug pellets typically from 18 to 24 metres wide, with a minimum disc

height of 1 metre from the ground or crop canopy, in calm conditions.

Seeds and smaller granules will spread to varying widths depending on their density.

STANDARD FEATURES Adjustable feed rate – Electric shut off – Adjustable spread bias – Adjustable spread restrictors – Tipping hopper – Remote on/off

switching facility – Standard 65 litre capacity hopper.

COST OPTIONS

130 Litre capacity hopper – Vario adjustable disc speed control – ATV Fitting Kit – Seed deflector – Calibration chute – Power and Control

cable extensions.

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum spread with large, dense granules:

Typical Spread with slug pellets:

Power requirements:

Dimensions & weights

65 Litre Hopper

130 Litre Hopper

Approximately 28 metres

Approximately 18 — 24 metres

12v DC with continuous 25 amps

570mm x 520mm x 840mm — Net 30kgs Full 80kgs

620mm x 620mm x 960mm — Net 35kgs Full 135kgs

SAFETY

The fan runs very fast, it is sharp and dangerous. Keep well clear when the machine is running. Granules leave the fan at very high speed in all directions and care must be taken by the operator, and for bystanders.

The agitator inside the hopper rotates at very high speed and is sharp. Do not put your hand inside the hopper with the disc running.

If the Fan Jet is fitted to an ATV, ensure the stability of the ATV is not affected. If in doubt contact the manufacturers of your ATV. Wear suitable head protection.

Granules used in the Fan Jet may be toxic. Wear suitable protective clothing, face, eye and breathing protection.

Do not leave the Fan Jet unattended. Use the hopper tipping facility to empty the hopper of the chemicals to prevent harm to humans and animals.

WARRANTY

The warranty period of 12 months from the date of invoice. Contact our office in the event of any problem, or before attempt ing any repair. If the Fan Jet or the controls are modified in any way this will void any warranty claim. Please see our Conditions of Sale for full details, available on request.

Please record your serial number here: S/N .....................................................................................................

Purchased date ................................................. Dealer .................................................................................................

MAINTENANCE

Do not pressure wash – protect disc motor and console from moisture and rain – empty hopper contents overnight – ensure disc to motor shaft socket screws and motor bolts are tight – check disc vanes for wear – ensure electrical contacts are tight and clean. Storage – clean and spray electrical connectors with WD40, clean the feed mechanism, empty the hopper, store with console in dry conditions. Ensure feed shutters are free to operate (by hand) following periods of storage.

STOCKS AG LIMITED, CROMWELL ROAD, WISBECH, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, UK.

Tel: 00 44 (0) 1945 464 909 Fax: 00 44 (0) 1945 464985 www.stocks-ag.co.uk

Revision April 2018

PLEASE APPLY SLUG PELLETS RESPONSIBLY

For more advice and Best Practice Guides contact www.voluntaryinitiative.org.uk

For information regarding Best Practice Guides contact www.cropprotection.org.uk

Advice on slug trapping is available from https://cereals.ahdb.org.uk/

For more information about slug pellet application, read the new BCPC Spreading Fertilisers and Applying Slug Pellets hand-

book, which can be ordered from https://www.bcpc.org/

Slug pellets are pesticides, keep pesticides out of water

Only apply pellets in conditions that you would spray in

Do not contaminate surface waters, ditches or drains Anyone applying slug pellets must be trained

Calibrate your applicator before use & according to product and rate to be applied

Know your applicator spread width and switch off when turning on headlands

Test bait using chicken layers mash. Apply appropriate rate of slug pellets according to threshold

Do not apply slug pellets if heavy rain is imminent

Fill hoppers in field away from margins / watercourses / hard surfaces

Clear up pellet spills immediately – no matter how small

Clean the applicator after each day’s use

Do not contaminate drains or watercourses when cleaning the applicator

Application equipment should be stored under cover

Do not leave packaged product in field unattended

Dispose of packaging and contaminated PPE through a licensed waste disposal contractor

Slug Pellets – Metaldehyde

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL, USE

PESTICIDES SAFELY

One pellet in 10,000 litres water could be enough to exceed the

drinking water standard (assuming 5% active ingredient pellet, 50,000 per kg)

STOCKS FAN JET HEADLAND CONTROL FEATURES

Please read the operating instructions supplied with your Stocks Fan Jet, with particular regard to spread width, calibration and headland

control sections. Depending on the model of Fan Jet, your machine will have adjustable deflectors or spread bias adjustment or disc speed

control. Use these features individually or in combination to limit or adjust the spread when working headlands, and ensure that pellets are

only spread in-field and not into watercourses and field margins.

FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Revision April 2018

CONTENTS: Section Content Page #

1 Electrical connections 2

2 Fitting to a vehicle or machine 2

3 Tipping base plate 2

4 Hopper tipping 2

5 Fitting to an ATV 2

6 Control Console 3

7 Remote switch facility 3

8 Setting the feed rate 3

9 Setting the spread bias 3

10 Setting the headland deflectors 3

11 Spread width and pattern 3

12 Spreading slug pellets 4

13 Spreading seeds 4

14 Optional calibration chute fitting instructions 5

15 Calibrating & Calibration Guides 5

Spare Parts General 8

Spare Parts ATV Fitting Kit 11

Spare Parts Seed Deflector 13

Spare Parts Calibration Chute 15

Spare Parts Seed Agitator 17

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1. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Power requirement is 12 volts with a minimum continuous 25 amps supply.

The Fan Jet is supplied with a control console and all wiring – both connections should only be connected to the vehicle battery to ensure maximum power to the disc motor.

Ensure the positive fused connection is to the positive (+) terminal and negative earth connection to the negative (-) terminal. The disc should rotate in a clockwise direction when viewed from above. The charging system must be in good condition to achieve the best results.

Our ATV Fitting Kit includes short power and control cables and these should be used to maximise power at the disc motor for ATV installations.

All cables and controls are fitted with matching plugs and sockets – any modification to the wiring or controls or fitting different connectors will invalidate any warranty claim and may affect the performance of the Fan Jet.

Optional extension cables are available if the standard cables are not long enough – contact your dealer or Stocks AG for advice.

2. FITTING TO A VEHICLE OR MACHINE The Fan Jet will operate facing forwards or backwards. It could weigh over 80kgs (65 litre) or 130kgs (130 litre) when full, attach to a suitably strong rigid mounting point.

Ensure the disc height is a minimum of 1 metre above the crop canopy or the ground – more height may improve the maximum spread width.

3. TIPPING BASE PLATE The separate tipping base plate has 4 holes in the base to take M12 bolts – use these to attach to the parent vehicle. The base plate can be repositioned to fit the holes in the back of the machine to attach to a vertical mounting point – use whichever is best for you. Ensure there is sufficient room to tip the hopper for emptying. The tipping base plate is attached to the chassis by 2 bolts and spacers which act as the pivot, and a removable steel pin secured by an ‘R’ clip. There are 2 positions for the pin – use these to help level the Fan Jet. To tip the hopper, remove the pin whilst supporting the hopper, lower gently and empty the contents into a suitable container.

Ensure there is sufficient free length on the electric cables before tipping.

Exercise caution – the laden machine is heavy and may cause injury when emptying if not supported correctly.

4. HOPPER TIPPING

5. FITTING TO AN ATV The cost option ATV kit has a formed steel base plate with quick fit clamps, and short power and connector cables to maximise the power at the disc motor, and jacking screws to adjust the angle of the disc. If you do not use this kit, be aware that the standard cable lengths may lead to a power drop to the disc motor, and the disc angle may not be correct.

IMPORTANT the laden weight of the Fan Jet may affect the stability of your ATV, be aware of this and wear suitable protective headgear. Ensure the ATV can carry the weight – if in doubt check the suitability of the vehicle before fitting. We do not recommend the 130-litre hopper for use with an ATV.

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6. CONTROL CONSOLE The left hand switch controls the disc motor, and supplies power to the right hand switch. The right hand switch opens and closes the feed aperture – NOTE this will only work with the disc motor running.

Vario control console (cost option) has an additional rotary 12-position dial that is used to increase or decrease the speed of the disc. Use this to match the spread width to an implement or bout width, especially useful when broadcasting seeds.

Both – Use the supplied self-adhesive Velcro strips to attach the console to a suitable surface. – Do not modify the control console; this will invalidate any warranty claim.

7. REMOTE SWITCH FACILITY The spare white wire from the control console can be earthed to negative (-) via a suitable remote switch to close the feed aperture, e.g., when the implement is raised and lowered, or a sprayer turned on and off. A cost option interface is available if the white wire is earthed to positive (+) Part No. FJ-004 RSI.

8. SETTING THE FEED RATE To adjust the feed rate, undo the black plastic knob at the centre rear of the hopper and slide the feed regulator plate to the required setting, reading from the scale decal – position 10 is the highest feed rate. Tighten the knob. Note - you should carry out your own calibration test for each product and application rate.

9. SETTING THE SPREAD BIAS (Factory set at 90 degrees) The complete feed mechanism can be rotated to bias the spreading arc to the left or right, and even out the spread pattern equally from the centre-line of the machine for in-field work, and as a headland control at field borders. To adjust, undo the black plastic knob on the side of the machine and using the stainless steel motor cover, rotate the complete circular mechanism as far as required, moving the indicator dimple in the direction in which you want the arc to swing. Re-tighten the knob.

10. SETTING THE HEADLAND DEFLECTORS Adjustable deflectors that reduce the exit aperture from the disc are incorporated into the Fan Jet to physically limit the spread width for headland control. Undo the black plastic knob at the rear of the chassis and slide each deflector around the disc as far as required to prevent chemical granules from entering a watercourse of grass margin. Tighten the knob. Note - If you are using a Vario control console, this can be used by itself or in conjunction with the deflectors, and the bias adjustment.

11. SPREAD WIDTH and PATTERN BASIC RULE. The spread width is dependent upon the density of the granule or seed, and the disc speed (plus other factors).

Large, dense granules and seeds with a high disc speed give the maximum spread width – small, light granules and seeds will not spread as far.

Other factors affect the spread width:

Type of slug pellet. Typically, a large, dense hard pellet should spread further than a small, light, soft pellet, because it is comparatively heavy and does not powder on the disc. Typically, a ‘wet’ produced pellet will be hardest, a steam produced pellet mid range, and a dry produced pellet the softest. However, the line between traditional ‘mini’ pellets and ‘full size’ is blurred – most are of similar size and some lower priced dry produced pellets termed, as ‘minis’ are actually larger and heavier than more expensive wet produced pellets, and can have a good spreading characteristics.

Seed varieties and dressings. Different varieties and dressings will affect the density and the spread.

Wind Conditions. Dead calm conditions are the optimum; any wind will affect the width pattern.

High forward speed. The same as driving into a headwind of the same speed on a calm day, and this will peel the edges of the spread pattern backwards and inwards.

Disc speed. If the Vario control console is used, altering the disc speed will affect the width and pattern. A higher disc speed will give a wider spread width.

Disc vanes. Ensure they are in good condition and not worn excessively. Replace if necessary.

Low disc height. Will not allow the product to reach its maximum width before gravity takes over.

Low electrical power. Will not allow the disc to reach full speed.

High application rates. Loads the disc more than a lighter rate and can slow it down.

Incorrect disc angle. It must be at least horizontal – not angled downwards.

Spread bias. This can be adjusted to centralise the pattern, left and right of centreline.

Adjustable deflectors. We do not recommend that these are used for in-field work but only for the headland control on the outside bouts. However it is possible to adjust them to restrict the width overall or just one side, but they may cause increased breakage of the granules or seed damage. Our advice would be to use them in conjunction with the Vario control console and also reduce the disc speed.

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12. SPREADING SLUG PELLETS This Fan Jet should spread slug pellets to a maximum width of between 18 and 28 metres depending on the pellets and factors listed previously, but be aware it could be less. Both Metarex - De Sangosse should achieve around 24 metres wide, possibly to 28 metres in perfect conditions. Other makes of pellet of similar size and density may perform in a similar fashion, but some will have different characteristics.

It is important that you always test the pellets through the Fan Jet to establish the spread width and pattern before you go to work, and to enable you to calibrate the Fan Jet. Be aware the spread pattern could be thinner towards the outer edges.

Our advice is do not restrict the spreading width in any way except for headland control, and to calibrate for and drive at your desired bout width and accept any overlap between bouts during in-field work.

NOTE. If using crop sprayers at fixed tramline widths, be aware that these may not match the spreading width, and the spread pattern could be thinner towards the outer edges.

NOTE. If using an ATV, it is better to work at half the tramline width to achieve a good spread pattern with overlap between bouts, even at high speeds.

Practice good husbandry to minimise crop damage. Apply pellets before, during, or immediately after drilling or planting operations, especially where weather and soil conditions may result in a high slug population, and for susceptible crops such as OSR, especially double low varieties. Inspect crops and re-apply pellets as required.

13. SPREADING SEEDS Use the Fan Jet to spread many small seeds such as; grass, rape, mustard, turnips, etc, and other seeds and granular products that flow freely through the feed aperture. The spread width will depend on the size and density, actual widths may be more or less depending upon disc speed.

It is important that you always test the seed through the Fan Jet to establish the spread width pattern before you go to work, and to enable you to calibrate the Fan Jet.

NOTE. An optional grass agitator is available to assist when spreading grass seed to help prevent seed bridging in the hopper (only for use with grass).

NOTE. An optional seed deflector is available to limit the spread width and to deflect the pattern downwards, for example, into tines of a grass harrow or a stubble cultivator. This is especially useful when used in conjunction with the Vario control console – use a lower disc speed to help deflect the seed with greater accuracy and less seed damage.

REMEMBER WITH PELLETS OR SEED

STOP AFTER A FEW METRES

CHECK FOR EVEN DISTRIBUTION

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14. OPTIONAL CALIBRATION CHUTE FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Safety

Ensure the machine is switched off before adjusting any deflector plates or fitting the calibration chute. Always wear the appropriate protective

clothing.

If calibrating with slug pellets, or any other pesticide, please ensure that the any spilt product is collected immediately. Do not allow slug

pellets or other pesticides to contaminate water supplies.

For more information regarding slug pellets and best practice: www.getpelletwise.co.uk

Fitting the Calibration Chute (Refer to page 13)

Place the chute (item 4) between the top and bottom plates of the Fan Jet chassis with the thread of the clamp positioned centrally in the recess, against the outer edge of the top plate. Ensure it is positioned square with the chassis and tighten the retaining plate (5) in position to

clamp the chute to the machine with the threaded knob (1) onto the top plate of the chassis.

The Fan Jet Pro has two adjustable sliding deflectors that fit around the disc – these are used to physically limit the throw of material off the disc to adjust spread width and pattern – either equally to both sides or as a border control to one side only. Note the position of these

deflectors to be able to return the deflectors to this original position following calibration.

Undo the black plastic knob protruding through the rear upright chassis that secures the deflectors – slide both deflectors around the disc until the angled ends of the deflectors are firmly touching the sides of the calibration chute, to form a seal. Tighten the knob to secure the

deflectors in this position.

Fit an appropriate bag behind the flange around the aperture. Use an elastic bungee cord around the bag to hold it in position.

15. CALIBRATING & CALIBRATION GUIDES Place a minimal amount of slug pellets, seed or granules in the hopper - typically just a few kilograms.

The disc needs to be ON and turning and the feed shutters are switched ON and OFF to start and stop the catch test. If using a Vario

control, the disc speed can be lowered when calibrating providing it is sufficient to throw the pellets clear of the disc.

Finish by carefully tipping the Fan Jet forwards on its tipping base plate and gently shaking to empty any pellets or granules left in the

chute and under the disc, into the bag before weighing (or removing the chute when finished)

Method

Use the following formula to establish the flow rate – this is a 1 minute catch test universal for all machines, products, widths and speeds.

Application rate (kgs/ha) x forward speed (kph) x spread width (metres) = Flow rate in kgs per min

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Example 1.

The required application rate is 25 kilograms per hectare. The target forward speed is 10 kilometres per hour. The bout width is 6 metres

wide.

25 kgs/ha x 10 kph x 6 metres = 2.5kgs per minute flow rate

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Example 2.

The required application rate is 5.5 kilograms per hectare. The target forward speed is 12 kilometres per hour. The bout width is 4.25 metres

wide.

5.5 kgs/ha x 12 kph x 4.25 metres = 467 grams per minute flow rate

600

NOTE - BEFORE STARTING WORK - remember to reposition the adjustable deflectors to the original position.

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 CALIBRATION GUIDES

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 SPARE PARTS (Issue 2 - 09/14)

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Item Part # Description Quantity Remarks

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2 FJ003A Hopper Bracket 1 65L only

3 FJ005A Hopper Bracket 2 130L only

4 FJ007D Disc Assembly (2 vane x Ø10 bore) 1

5 FJ008A M6x6mm Grub Screw 3

6 FJ015B Separator Plate 2

7 FJ016C Feed Regulator Plate 1

8 FJ017D Hopper Base Plate 1

9 FJ017S Base Plate Seal 1

10 FJ019A Shut-off Plate RH 1

11 FJ019B Shut-off Plate LH 1

12 FJ025C Decal “Feed scale 0-1-2-” 1

13 FJ026A 65 Litre Hopper 1

14 FJ026B 130 Litre Hopper 1

15 FJ027A 65 Litre Hopper Lid 1

16 FJ027B 130 Litre Hopper Lid 1

17 FJ028A 3mm Allen Key 1

18 FJ030A Deflector Knob Extension 1

19 FJ031A M8x30mm Knob 1

20 FJ032A M8x8.5mm Knob 2

21 FJ035D Agitator 1

22 FJ036A Nylon Washer 1

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24 FJ039A Rubber Grommet 3

25 FJ042B Decal “FAN JET” 1 (not shown)

26 FJ042C Decal “PRO 65” 2 (not shown)

27 FJ042D Decal “PRO 130” 2 (not shown)

28 FJ043A Decal “DANGER” 1 (not shown)

29 FJ044B Decal “WHEN USING CHEMICAL” 1 (not shown)

30 FJ045B Decal “STOCKS AG” 1 (not shown)

31 FJ051C Slave Motor 2

32 FJ053A Top Plate 1

33 FJ054A Cable Clamp 1

34 FJ057D Disc Motor 1

35 FJ103A Rubber Tensioner 2 Qty x3 on 130L

36 FJ104A Bobbin 4 Qty x6 on 130L

37 FJ107D Power Cable 5m 1 (not shown)

38 FJ108D Connector Cable 6m 1 (not shown)

39 FJ109C Tail Assembly Cable 1 (not shown)

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41 FJ119A Decal “Quadrant scale” 1

42 FJ150C Decal “Serial Number / CE” 1 (not shown)

43 FJ413A Turntable Plate 1

44 FJ415A Tipping Plate Pin 1

45 FJ417A Nylon Spacer 2

46 FJ418A Split Ring 1

47 FJ419A Ø3 R’ Pin 1

48 FJ422 160x4.8mm Cable Tie 5 (not shown)

49 FJ423 Self Adhesive Cable Tie 2 (not shown)

50 FJ500A Chassis 1

51 FJ514A Tipping Bracket 1

52 FJ515A Long Deflector RH 1

53 FJ516A Short Deflector LH 1

54 FJ117B Standard Control Panel 1

55 FJ114B Vario Control Panel 1

56 FJ051S Spring 2

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62 M3-001 M3x16 Screw 2

63 M3-005 M3 Flat Washer 4

64 M3-008 M3 Nyloc Nut 2

65 M5-012 M5x25 Slot Head CSK Screw 4 Qty x6 on 130L

66 M5-014 M5 Flat Washer 4 Qty x6 on 130L

67 M5-017 M5 Nyloc Nut 8 Qty x10 on 130L

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69 M8-012 M8 Repair Washer 3 Qty x5 on 130L

70 M8-017 M8 Nyloc Nut 2 Qty x4 on 130L

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75 M10-026 M10 Star Washer 4

76 M10-017 M10 Special Washer 8

77 M10-023 M10 Nut 4

78 M12-004 M12x35 Screw 2


80 M12-014 M12 Nyloc Nut 2

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 SPARE PARTS ATV FITTING KIT (Issue 1 - 08/09)

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 SPARE PARTS ATV FITTING KIT (Issue 1 - 08/09)


1 FJ064A ATV Bracket 1

2 FJ062A Clamp Strap 2

3 FJ060B ‘T’ Bolt 2

4 FJ092A M12 Knob 2

5 FJ066A Guard 1

6 FJ107E 2m Power Lead 1 (not shown)

7 FJ112E 2.5m Connector Cable 1 (not shown)

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10 M10-002 M10x20 Set Screw 4


12 M10-018 M10 Repair Washer 2

13 M10-024 M10 Nyloc Nut 4

14 M12-005 M12x60 Set Screw 4


16 M12-012 M12 Full Nut 12

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 SPARE PARTS SEED DEFLECTOR (Issue 2 - 10/14)

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 SPARE PARTS SEED DEFLECTOR (Issue 2 - 10/14)


1 FJ033A M8 Fem Knob 6

2 FJ035E Grass Seed Agitator (77mm) 1

3 FJ036A Nylon Washer 1

4 FJ415A Tipping Bracket Pin 1

5 FJ417A Nylon Spacer 2

6 FJ418A Split Ring 1

7 FJ419A 3mm ‘R’ Pin 1

8 FJ331A Mounting Arm LH 1

9 FJ332A Mounting Arm RH 1

10 FJ028A 3mm Allen Key 1

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12 FJ335A Vane 1

13 FJ335B Vane 1

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18 MM569 Rubber Buffer 2

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20 M6-004 M6x16 Screw 6

21 M6-007 M6 Screw 2



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25 M8-003 M8x20 Screw 8

26 M8-012 M8 Repair Washer 2



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30 M12-006 M12x40 Screw 2


32 M12-014 M12 Nyloc Nut 2

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 SPARE PARTS CALIBRATION CHUTE (Issue 2 - 10/14)

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 SPARE PARTS CALIBRATION CHUTE (Issue 2 - 10/14)


1 FJ033A M8 Fem Knob 1

2 FJ044B Decal “WHEN USING CHEMICAL” 1 (not shown)

3 FJ045B Decal “STOCKS AG” 1 (not shown)

4 Calibration Chute 1 Used with Fan Jet Pro

Calibration Chute 1 Used with Fan Jet Mini

5 FJ318F Locking Tab 1

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FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 SPARE PARTS GRASS SEED AGITATOR

DOUBLE PIN AGITATOR TO REDUCE BRIDGING IN HOPPER

It may be necessary to fit the lower pin upon prior to fitting (if not fitted for dispatch purposes) ensuring the pin is central to the shaft as shown

above.

To remove the original agitator use the 3mm Allen key provided and loosen the upper grub screw on the central hub of the fan disc, once

loosened the agitator will pull out from within the hopper.

The grass agitator can now be fitted, ensure the white nylon washer has been slid onto the shaft before tightening the grub screw. (Spare supplied)

The standard agitator must be replaced for all other applications

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Revision April 2018 FAN JET PRO 65 & 130 · Broadcasts heavy dense granules up to 28 metres and slug pellets typically from 18 to 24 metres wide, with a minimum disc height of 1 metre