Great Plains 3PYP Operator Manual - Manual (Page 47)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 43
2014-09-09 Table of Contents Index 401-312M
Field Operation
Perform all steps in “Pre-Start Checklist” on page 21
and “Field Set-Up Checklist” on page 41.
Planting
When all checklist items are complete, a planting pass
normally consists of a few simple steps:
Pass 1 (with marker extended)
1. Lower planter (Hitch then Lift)
2. Drive forward
3. Scan monitors and controls. Check for errors, alerts
and out-of-limits events. Check planting rate reports.
4. At end of pass, stop.
5. Raise planter (Lift then Hitch)
6. Extend/retract marker as needed for next pass
7. Turn
Subsequent Passes
8. Resume at step 1.
When reloading seed and fertilizer, check consumption
against anticipated use to that point.
Checking Planting Rate
Although your seed monitor reports useful full pass
results, cautious practice includes manually checking the
seed rate early in the first pass. The Seed Rate Chart book for this planter (manual part
number 401-312B) contains sampling instructions.
First Pass Operation Page
Fold up marker. 34
Raise planter and line up at start of first
planting row 22
Set tool bar height to 26 inches. 18
Set tractor 3-point hitch to “depth
control” operation (and not load control)
If tractor hitch is set for load control,
planting depth will be uneven.
Unfold marker on next-row side. 33
Turn on seed fan. Adjust hydraulic flow
for 3800 rpm. 35
If planter is equipped with hydraulic
drive, engage drive via seed monitor.
Refer to seed monitor manual.
If planter has a fertilizer system, turn on
the pump. Refer to pump manual.
On CLUTCH switch control panel, set
all switches to ON. 30
Pull forward, lower planter, and begin
planting for a short distance.
Stop. Assess:
planting depth
seed spacing
press wheel operation
Make necessary adjustments 46
Turns Page
1. Stop at completion of row
2. Fold marker 34
3. Raise planter 22
4. Make turn
5. Lower planter 22
6. Unfold marker on next-row side. 33
7. Begin planting.
Suspending Planting Page
1. Stop tractor
2. Shut off seed fan 35
3. Shut off fertilizer pump
4. Raise planter 22
5. Shut off hydraulic drive (if equipped)
6. Fold Marker 34
7. Tilt Marker down 34
Ending Planting Page
1. Suspend operations as above, then
2. Install lift assist locks 26
3. Steering OFF 39
4. Lights ON
5. Transport 26