Storage – Great Plains YP1625 Operator Manual User Manual
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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
Operating Instructions
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03/12/2012
401-226M-A
Storage
Store the planter where children do not play. If possible,
store the planter inside for longer life.
1.
2.
Close the seed box or hopper door (page 79).
Clean out the air system (page 79).
3.
Remove hopper or seed box (page 34).
4.
Cover and seal off the opening at the top of the air
box. Leave clean-out door slightly ajar to allow any
condensed moisture to drain off.
5.
Thoroughly clean seed and seed treatment residue
from seed meters. See “Meter Clean-Out” on
page 80, for more information.
6.
Cap seed tubes to prevent pest entry.
7.
If your planter is equipped with an optional fertilizer
tank, clean tank and application hoses. Be sure to
follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions when
handling chemicals.
8.
Thoroughly clean pump following instructions in the
pump manual.
9.
Unscrew caps on end of fertilizer booms and flush
them out. Drain completely and replace caps.
10. Remove any dirt and debris that can hold moisture
and cause corrosion.
11. Lubricate and adjust all roller chains.
12. Smear grease on exposed cylinder rods to prevent
rust. Add a brightly-colored tag at the hitch as a
reminder to de-grease the rods prior to next use (to
avoid any risk that congealed grease might damage
seals).
13. See “Lubrication” on page 90, for lubrication infor-
mation.
14. Inspect planter for worn or damaged parts. Make
repairs and service during off season.
15. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips, and worn
areas on the planter to protect the metal.
16. Cover planter with a tarp if stored outside.
End of “Operating Instructions”.
Note: Removing the seed box/hopper increases the life
of the air box seals, which are otherwise apt to be
permanently compressed if stored under load off-
season.
Note: Do not store optional bulk hopper outside on the
ground. Raise it on blocks, securing it in place to
prevent from falling over or blowing around by
wind. Store inside if possible.