Storage – Great Plains 3S-5000HDF Operator Manual User Manual
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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
Operating Instructions
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2012-08-14
195-325M
Storage
Store drill where children do not play. If possible, store
drill inside for longer life.
1.
Thoroughly clean drill boxes and seed cups. Do not
store drill with seed-treatment residue in boxes and
cups.
2.
Lubricate and adjust all roller chains.
3.
Lubricate areas noted under “Lubrication”
beginning on page 68. Take special care to oil seed
cup drive sprockets in the square bore.
4.
Lock opener frames up for transport or disconnect
seed and fertilizer hoses from openers. Leaving
seed hoses connected when storing drill with
openers lowered will cause permanent stretching
and cracking of hoses.
5.
Inspect drill for worn or damaged parts. Make repairs
and service during the off season.
6.
Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and worn
areas on the drill to protect the metal.
7.
Cover with a tarp if stored outside.