Storage – Great Plains ADC2350BE Operator Manual User Manual
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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
Operating Instructions
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2012-08-01
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Storage
If possible, leave the air cart and drill connected for
extended storage.
Store the air cart and drill where children do not play. If
possible, store them inside for longer life.
1.
Unload all material in hoppers. See “Unloading the
Cart” on page 47.
2.
Unlatch the hopper lids so that the seals are not in
compression during storage. Route a chain or
security cable through the hold-down U-bolt and the
latch handle to prevent unauthorized entry, and
prevent high winds from opening the lid.
3.
Empty the hoppers completely. Hand crank the
meters several turns to empty completely. See
“Meter Hand Crank” on page 36. Blow out the
meters with air to remove all material.
4.
Unless cleaned out at last loading or during unload
above, deploy the auger, and run the motor in
reverse until auger is completely empty. See “Auger
Operations” on page 38
5.
Return the auger to its cradle with the hopper in the
extended storage orientation. See “Storing Auger”
on page 40.
6.
Remove the drive chains and store in oil.
7.
Lubricate the cart at all points listed under
“Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance” on
page 80.
8.
Check all bolts, pins, fittings and hoses. Tighten,
repair or replace parts as needed.
9.
Check all moving parts for wear or damage. Make
notes of any parts needing repair before the next
season.
10. Open the meter-box doors completely to release
seal pressure and allow rinse water to exit.
11. Thoroughly wash the hoppers with water inside and
out to prevent corrosion from fertilizer or seed
treatments.
12. Set doors to slightly open, but not wide enough for
animals to enter the meters. Wire doors in place if
needed.
Do not store the cart with seals compressed.
13. If the cart is disconnected from the implement for
storage, plug all 2
1
⁄
2
inch openings to prevent pests
from nesting.
14. Raise and stow the walkboard ladder extensions, to
discourage climbers.
15. Use touch-up paint to cover scratches, chips and
worn areas to prevent rust.