I have a question concerning the operation of a International 5100 grain drill.
When planting does the Hydraulic cylinder need to be able to "float" or should it be fixed to it can not retract or extend. Two guys here at work say it should be able to float and the drill will create down pressure. I said that the cylinder must be in a fixed position (usually fully retracted or almost retracted) to provide down pressure for the disc openers.
What are the thoughts on this??
When planting does the Hydraulic cylinder need to be able to "float" or should it be fixed to it can not retract or extend. Two guys here at work say it should be able to float and the drill will create down pressure. I said that the cylinder must be in a fixed position (usually fully retracted or almost retracted) to provide down pressure for the disc openers.
What are the thoughts on this??