8 Clean the seed tube and align the guard or scraper near it. The seed must have a smooth, clear path to the seed bed. 8 Make sure all chains are oiled and ready to go. 8 Meters and brushes need to be checked. Checking the meters is a job in itself.
Most manufacturers offer publications on how to do it properly on their machines.
Many dealers also will do this. Costs vary, but the expense is worth it when compared with the cost of poor seed spacing or depth and its effect on yield, Clubb says. Meters should be removed from the planter when planting is completed, he adds. They should be stored in a warm, dry place where they are protected from rodents or other potential problems. But most of these adjustments cost very little money.