Great Plains ADC2220 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 69)

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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index 65
Adjustments
To get full performance from your air cart, you need an
understanding of all component operations, and many
provide adjustments for optimal field results. Some of
these have already been covered earlier in this manual. Even if your planting conditions rarely change, some of
these items need periodic adjustment due to normal
wear.
Adjustment Page The Adjustment Affects
ADC2220 Sprocket Sizes 114 Matching published seed rates
Leveling Cart 15 Planting consistency
Seed Monitor Configuration 116, 119 Correct application rate reporting, useful alarms.
Quick-Change Sprockets 68 Seed population or fertilizer rate (coarse control)
Meter Box Gears 68 Seed population or fertilizer rate (coarse control)
Gearbox Shift Levers 68 Seed population or fertilizer rate (fine control)
Meter Calibration 69 Achieving desired application rate
Changing Meter Flutes 72 Using high rate charts in the Appendix of the Seed Rate manual
Fan Speed Adjustment 73 Consistent seed population and minimum seed damage
Electric Clutch Height Switch Imp.
a
Avoiding wasted and unplanted seed
Chain Slack 96 Reliable operation and minimum wear
a. Refer to implement Operator Manual.