Great Plains ADC2220 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 41)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 37
2012-10-17 Table of Contents Index 167-073M
Parking
Follow these steps when parking the drill for periods of
less than 36 hours. For longer periods, see Storage, the
next topic.
1. Place the cart on firm, level ground.
2. Check that hopper lids are latched, and secure the
hopper lids with security cable or padlock and chain
to prevent entry by children. See “Lid Closing” on
page 20.
3. Remove jack from storage position and pin securely
to lifting stob on outside of cart tongue. See
“Hitching” on page 14.
4. If ground is soft place a wide block or plate under the
jack to increase contact area.
5. Securely block cart tires to prevent rolling.
6. Extend jack until weight is off of the tractor drawbar.
7. Unhook electrical lines and install plugs as provided.
8. Release pressure on hydraulic system, then
disconnect hydraulic lines and pull all lines back onto
cart tongue. Be sure hose ends do not rest on the
ground.
9. Disconnect the safety chain.
10. Unhitch from tractor.
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 inside for longer
life.
1. Unload all material in hoppers. See “Unloading the
Cart” on page 34.
2. Unlatch the hopper lids so that the seals are not in
compression during storage. Use a chain or security
cable to prevent 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 25. 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 21.
5. Return the auger to its cradle with the inlet hopper
facing down. See “Storing Auger” on page 23.
6. Remove the drive chains and store in oil.
7. Lubricate the cart at all points listed under
“Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance” on
page 99.
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
pests to enter the meters. Wire doors in place if
needed. Do not store 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. Use touch-up paint to cover scratches, chips and
worn areas to prevent rust.