Great Plains 3PYP Operator Manual - Manual (Page 30)

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Lift Assist Cylinder Lock-Up
When moving the raised planter more than a short
distance, or over any paved surface, do not rely solely on
the lift cylinders to keep it raised. Install transport locks.
Refer to Figure 22
1. Remove the transport locks from their storage
positions. Do not store the locking pins on the empty
storage tabs.
2. Fully raise the planter (using both 3-point and lift
assist).
3. Remove any height adjusting blocks from the lift
assist cylinders.
4. Install the transport locks on the cylinder rods ,
securing them with the same pins used for storage.
5. Lower the lift assist cylinders onto the locks. Leave
the 3-point raised.
Transport the 3PYP to the field.
Do so only with wings folded and markers stowed.
1. Disconnect 3-point top link
(on 2008+ models with flexible top link).
Loss of Steering Control Hazard:
Never transport with top link connected. When the top link is
adjusted for field work, some of the weight of the planter
mainframe is carried by the top link, which can dangerously
reduce tractor front wheel traction and steering control.
2. Make sure tractor is fueled for the work planned.
3. Before departing, ensure that opener depth and
seed rate have been determined, or that the
necessary data is with you.
4. Close slide gate on hopper or seed box.
Reduction of Control Risk:
Seed may be loaded prior to travel, but increases stopping
distance, increases the need for caution in turns and braking,
and increases tire wear.
5. Hitch, making electrical and hydraulic connections.
These steps are described beginning at “Hitching
Tractor to Planter” on page 13.
6. If markers are unfolded, fold them per the
instructions on page 34. If markers are tilted up, tilt
them down into their cradles per “Marker Tilt-Down”
on page 34.
7. Raise planter.
Figure 22
Transport Lock Storage
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