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Fast Start Feature for SeedStar 3HP Planters

Understanding the Fast Start Feature on Electric Drive Planters

Electric drive planters equipped with SeedStar 3HP technology include a powerful feature called Fast Start. This feature is designed to help ensure optimal seed placement, especially when starting from a complete stop, eliminating skips that can occur at take-off.

What Does Fast Start Do?

  • Fast Start allows the planter to begin dropping seed immediately for 5–6 seconds when you put the planter down, even if the machine isn't moving yet.

  • This quick activation ensures that no gaps are left at the start of a row, which can happen if seed release is delayed while the planter gets moving.

How to Enable or Disable Fast Start

  1. Go to the settings icon on your SeedStar 3HP display.

  2. Select the option to enable Fast Start on planter down.

    • This will initiate Fast Start every time the planter is lowered.

  3. Suppress Section Control option is available.

    • With Fast Start on, the planter will drop seeds even on headlands (areas already planted), overriding the section control that normally prevents planting in those zones.

    • To avoid planting seed where you've already planted, consider turning this option off.

Using Fast Start Effectively

  • Whenever you put the planter down, make sure your electric power generation is active.

  • Look for the Fast Start icon on the display—this indicates the feature is running.

  • Fast Start will continuously plant for 5–6 seconds. If the planter does not move in that time, planting will stop automatically.

  • If you need to re-initiate the feature after a stop, use the Fast Start Reset option.

Important Note:

  • Leaving the planter down without moving (“dead stop”) will result in a small pile of seeds due to continuous dropping while stationary. Make sure to raise the planter or start moving promptly when using Fast Start.

Manual Fast Start Option

  • If you prefer not to have Fast Start on planter down, simply turn the feature off in the settings.

  • In this mode:

    • Lower the planter as usual. You’ll see a Quick Start icon appear.

    • After the countdown, you can manually press the Fast Start icon to start planting and begin moving as needed.

Common User Questions

Why should I use the Fast Start feature?

  • To prevent skips in seed placement when starting from a stop, leading to more uniform crop stands.

What happens if I leave the planter down too long without moving?

  • A stationary planter with Fast Start enabled will cause excess seeds to be dropped in one spot. Always begin moving as soon as Fast Start is engaged.

Can I plant headlands with Fast Start?

  • Yes, but be aware that Fast Start can override section control. Review your settings to ensure you’re not double planting headlands.

Is manual activation possible?

  • Yes. Turn off automatic Fast Start on planter down and use the Fast Start button to activate the feature only when you need it.