As reported by AGWeb in their article “7 Resources to Maintain Hydraulic Hoses,” farmers must ensure that planter hydraulic hoses are functioning correctly to avoid unnecessary wear and tear on their equipment. With planting season in full swing, it’s crucial to maintain these components to prevent downtime and ensure smooth operations.
When connecting the hydraulic hoses on a vacuum planter to a tractor, it’s important to connect the hoses powering the hydraulic motors running the vac fans “backwards.” This unconventional setup is essential for proper functionality. Additionally, modern planters come with multiple wiring harnesses—sometimes up to half a dozen—which need to be correctly connected to ensure electrical flow between the tractor and planter.
If you encounter a breakdown, such as needing to pull a new hydraulic hose through a planter frame tube, use a “coupler” fitting to attach the new hose to the old one before removal. This tip, along with others from experts like Dan Anderson, can save time and reduce frustration.
Hydraulic leaks, whether from hoses or fittings, are common issues that need attention. While replacing a blown hose is straightforward, identifying and fixing slow leaks in hydraulic fittings requires more detective work. Properly connecting a modern tractor to a planter is also critical; sloppy connections can lead to operational failures and damage.
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