Great Plains CTA4000 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 16)

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160-269M-A 08/03/2010
Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor, cart and
implement for use. Before using the implement in the
field, you must hitch the implement to a suitable tractor,
compatible cart, and also setup the implement.
Pre-Setup Checklist
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Informa-
tion” on page 1.
2. Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
3. Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubri-
cated. See “Lubrication” on page 51.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are cor-
rectly located and legible. Replace if damaged. See
“Safety Decals” on page 6.
5. Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. “Appendix” on page 55.
Hitching
You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed
between the tractor, cart and implement. Do not stand or place
any part of your body between machines being hitched. Stop
tractor engine and set park brake before installing hitch pins.
When ready for planting, the implement is part of an
assembly that includes the tractor, the cart, and the
implement.
When hitching for the first time, hitch the leading cart to
the tractor first.
Once the cart is hitched to the implement, it is usually left
connected, unless parking or storage considerations
require separation.
This manual includes full details only for the implement’s
hitch. Consult the cart manual for cart-to-tractor hitching.
If the tractor has a load-sensing or constant-flow hydraulic
system, the implement must be equipped with an optional
bypass valve to avoid tractor damage. See “Hydraulic Bypass
Kit” on page 53 for ordering. See “Bleeding Hydraulics” on
page 15 for setup.
Figure 4
Complete Assembly
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