Great Plains SML1000 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 14)

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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your cart for use, and
covers tasks that need to be done seasonally, or when
the tractor/implement/cart configuration changes.
Before using the cart in the field, you must hitch it to a
compatible planter or drill, and inspect and pre-set sys-
tems.
Initial Setup
See “Appendix C - Initial Setup” on page 40 for tasks
that must be completed prior to initial use, including:
• Dismount implement rear pintle hitch (if any).
• Install implement quick hitches for cart.
Post-Delivery/Seasonal Setup
On initial delivery, use with a new tractor, and seasonally,
check and as necessary, complete these items before
continuing to the routine setup items:
• Flush tank and lines (page 26).
• Clean inlet filter (page 27).
Pre-Planting Setup
Complete this cart checklist before routine setup:
❑ Read and understand “Important Safety Informa-
tion” on page 1.
❑ Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
❑ Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubri-
cated. See “Lubrication and Scheduled Mainte-
nance” on page 28.
❑ Check that all safety decals and reflectors are cor-
rectly located and legible. Replace if damaged. See
“Safety Decals” on page 5.
❑ Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation Chart”
on page 30.
❑ Check winds. For application via fertilizer coulter or
high rate dribbler, high wind may disperse or dis-
place material. Wind is normally not a factor for low-
rate “starter” application via the tube between the
opener discs, or via Keeton seed firmer.
Loss of Time Risk:
Perform any planter seed cart changes before hitching fertil-
izer cart, for example, if switching from bulk box to hopper.
Once hitched, the fertilizer cart obstructs forklift access to the
rear of the planter. Forklifts may still approach the planter
from the side, but hopper and seed box lifting takes more time
and care from the side.