Great Plains 4000TC Operator Manual - Manual (Page 23)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 19
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Field Operation
This implement is designed to be pulled in the field with
the turbo-chopper engaged (including wide turns).Lifting
for short distances to clear residue clogs is acceptable.
Lifting for tight turns or reverse moves is required.
Equipment Damage Risk:
Lift for tight turns and reverse moves. Tight turns can result in
a section moving backward. Never back up with harrows on
the ground. If the inside tire stops or rolls backward, the turn is
tight and requires lift.
Field Set-Up Checklists
Use the following tables to develop a final checklist for
your tractor/Turbo-Chopper configuration. Additional or
fewer steps may be necessary depending on tractor fea-
tures, Turbo-Chopper options and accessories.
Final Checklist
Mechanical Checklist Page
❑ Turbo-Chopper hitched
14
❑ Hitch pin locked
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❑ Safety chain secured to tractor or leading
implement
14
❑ Parking jack stowed
14
❑ Check all tire pressures 30
❑ Transport locks and locking valves are in
the field position
20
Hydraulic System Checklist Page
❑ Check tractor hydraulic reservoir full -
❑ Make hydraulic connections
15
❑ Inspect connections for leaks
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❑ Unfold Implement -
Perform all steps in “Pre-Start Checklist” on page 17
and “Final Checklist” on page 19.
Do not make short radius turns with the implement in the
ground.
Note: If you stop in the middle of a pass, raise the imple-
ment and back up 10’ before resumption of tilling.
Electrical Checklist Page
❑ Verify electrical hookups solid, or connec-
tor securely stowed if not using lights in
field. 15
First Pass Operation Checklist Page
1. Implement unfolded and aligned for first
pass.
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2. Pull forward, lower Turbo-Chopper, and
begin tilling for a short distance.
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3. Stop. Assess:
• coulter depth
• finishing attachment operation
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4. Make necessary adjustments 22
Sharp Field Turns Checklist Page
1. Raise Turbo-Chopper -
2. Make turn -
3. Lower Turbo-Chopper -
4. Resume tilling. -
Ending Tilling Checklist Page
1. Suspend operations as above -
2. Lift implement -
3. Set tractor for fold 20
4. Fold wings -
5. Place transport locks in transport position 20
6. Lower implement on to transport locks -
7. Lights ON for transport -