Great Plains 1500TM Operator Manual - Manual (Page 25)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 21
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Field Operation
This implement is designed to be pulled in the lowered
field position (including wide turns). Lifting for short dis-
tances 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 Max configuration. Additional or fewer
steps may be necessary depending on tractor features,
Turbo Max options and accessories.
Final Checklist
Mechanical Checklist Page
❑ Turbo Max hitched
12
❑ Hitch pin locked
-
❑ Safety chain secured to tractor or leading
implement
12
❑ Parking jack stowed
12
❑ Check all tire pressures 27
❑ Transport locks are in the field position
16
Hydraulic System Checklist Page
❑ Check tractor hydraulic reservoir full
-
❑ Make hydraulic connections 13
❑ Inspect connections for leaks
-
Perform all steps in “Pre-Start Checklist” on page 19
and “Final Checklist” on page 21.
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. 13
First Pass Operation Checklist Page
1. Pull forward, lower Turbo Max, and begin
tilling for a short distance.
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2. Stop. Assess:
• coulter depth
• finishing attachment operation
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3. Make necessary adjustments 22
Sharp Field Turns Checklist Page
1. Raise Turbo Max -
2. Make turn -
3. Lower Turbo Max -
4. Resume tilling. -
Ending Tilling Checklist Page
1. Suspend operations as above -
2. Lift implement -
3. Place locking valves in transport position 16
4. Place transport locks in transport position 16
5. Lower implement on to transport locks -
6. Lights ON for transport -