Leveling: dual-wheel – Great Plains 2510HDP Operator Manual User Manual
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Preparation and Setup
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2013-10-21
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Leveling: Dual-Wheel
Refer to Figure 16
1.
If operations are being changed between
non-bedded and bedded planting, set the spring
turnbuckle clevis position before checking length and
opener height.
2.
Check the link length. The factory setting for link
length
, measured at centerlines, is:
3.
Lower the drill in representative field conditions and
set the 3-point hitch circuit to Float.
Refer to Figure 17
Note: This presumes a planting depth of 1.75in (44mm).
If your depth is different, re-adjust the tool bar
height when adjusting the press-wheel (page 65).
4.
Initially adjust drill distance between bottom of
opener tool bar and planting ground:
Refer to Figure 16
5.
To adjust turnbuckle length, loosen jam nut
. Turn
turnbuckle
to shorten or lengthen as necessary.
When adjusting the turnbuckle length, remember:
+ Lengthening turnbuckle raises drill.
- Shortening turnbuckle lowers drill.
Re-tighten jam nut when height is final.
6.
Level drill with top three-point link.
Refer to Figure 18
7.
Level drill with top of three-point link. Adjust so that
row units are inclined slightly uphill, measured
at
the ends of the parallel arms:
The 1in/2.5cm dimension shown is a general dimension
that varies with planting conditions.
Ensure the opener mount is running higher than the opener
body. This ensures ample reserve for opener upfloat if the
opener strikes a rock or other object.
Lower hole
Bedded planting
Upper hole
Non-Bedded planting
Non-Bedded
Bedded
17
1
⁄
2
in (44.5cm)
20
3
⁄
4
in (52.7cm)
Tool bar height
26in (66cm)
Arm inclination
1in (2.5cm) maximum
Figure 16
Dual-Wheel Turnbuckle
22845
3
1
2
5
6
1
2
3
3
Figure 17
Dual-Wheel Height
24050
4
4
5
6
Figure 18
Dual-Wheel Opener Level
24047
7
7
7