Great Plains PT1230 Predelivery Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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Introduction
10/14/08 PT1230 Folding Pull-Type Planter 401-072M
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Introduction
The information in this manual is current at printing. Some
parts may change to assure top performance.
Definitions
The following terms are used throughout this manual.
Right and left as used in this manual are determined by
facing the direction the machine will travel while in use un-
less otherwise stated.
IMPORTANT: A crucial point of information about the
preceding topic. For safe and correct operation, read
and follow the directions provided before continuing.
NOTE: Useful information about the preceding topic.
Assembly and Setup Assistance
To order additional copies of predelivery instructions or
operator’s and parts manuals, write to the following ad-
dress. Include model numbers in all correspondence.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or have
other assembly or setup questions, assistance is avail-
able. Contact
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
Great Plains Manufacturing wants you to be satisfied with
any new machine delivered by the Great Plains Trucking
network. To ease the assembly task and produce a prop-
erly working machine, read this entire manual before as-
sembling or setting up new equipment.
Description of Unit
The 12-row, 30-inch spacing, pull-type planter has six rigid
center rows and 3 rows on each end which float indepen-
dently in field operation. The outer 3 rows on each end lift
and fold above the center rows for transporting. Field turns
can be completed in a relatively small radius due to the lift
wheels and short tongue.
The PL1230 allows application of liquid fertilizer.The com-
plete system allows you to band liquid fertilizer on 12 rows
with two, 230-gallon liquid tanks and an optional squeeze
pump.
Intended Usage
This machine is intended for planting row crops in conven-
tional as well as no-till conditions.
Using This Manual
This manual was written to help you assemble and pre-
pare the new machine for the customer. The manual in-
cludes instructions for assembly and setup. Read this
manual and follow the recommendations for safe, efficient
and proper assembly and setup.
An operator’s manual is also provided with the new ma-
chine. Read and understand “Important Safety Informa-
tion” and “Operating Instructions” in the operator’s
manual before assembling the machine. As a reference,
keep the operator’s manual on hand while assembling.