Great Plains 3PYP Operator Manual User Manual
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3PYP
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
401-312M
2014-09-09
Hydraulic System Checklist
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Check hydraulic reservoir full
-
Inspect connections for leaks
-
Perform a raise and lower operation
Check fan speed and airflow direction
a
a. Operate fan briefly and observe rotor blades
spinning toward exit port. Check rpm on seed
monitor.
If equipped, set CLUTCH Master switch
off, and check hydraulic planter drive
rotation
Ensure all FRAME switches are OFF
except Marker Fold
25
Gauge Wheel Planter Drive Checklist
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Check gauge wheel inflation and tread
condition
Set range, transmission and upper drive
sprockets for desired seed rate
Check all chains for lubrication and
proper slack
Lubricate slider joints on drive shafts
Check clutch operation
Hydraulic Planter Drive Checklist
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Check chain lubrication and slack
Input initial values for desired seed rate
a
a. Refer to seed monitor manual and Seed Rate
manual.
Pre-run system using seed monitor
Calibration mode to verify hydraulic
action
b
b. Refer to seed monitor manual.
Lubricate slider joints on drive shafts
Check clutch operation
Meters Checklist
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Correct meters for seed
a
a. Refer to Seed Rate manual.
Correct wheels for seed
*
Correct fingers for seed
*
Close clean-out doors
Corn?
Check timing of meters for twin-row
*
Check chain tension
Check meter assemblies secured
Engage drive couplers
Add lubricant to seed if not already done