Great Plains SS0300 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 22)

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Operating Instructions
This section covers general operating procedures. Expe-
rience, machine familiarity, and the following information
will lead to efficient operation and good working habits.
Always operate farm machinery with safety in mind.
Pre-Start Checklist
Perform the following steps before transporting the
SS0300 Sub-Soiler to the field.
❑ Carefully read “Important Safety Information” on
page 5.
❑ Lubricate Sub-Soiler as indicated under “Lubrica-
tion” on page 22.
❑ Check all tires for proper inflation. “Tire Inflation
Chart” on page 25
❑ Check all bolts, pins, and fasteners. Torque as
shown in “Torque Values Chart” on page 26.
❑ Check Sub-Soiler for worn or damaged parts. Repair
or replace parts before going to the field.
❑ Check hydraulic hoses, fittings, and cylinders for
leaks. Repair or replace before going to the field.
Field Operation
You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed
between the tractor and implement. Do not stand or place any
part of your body between implement and moving tractor. Stop
tractor engine and set park brake before installing pins.
1. Hitch implement to a suitable tractor.
2. Check to be sure machine is running level from front
to rear when running machine at depth desired. See
“Front to Rear Leveling” on page 15
3. Adjust guage wheels to desired tillage depth. See
“Gauge Wheel Adjustment” on page 16.
4. Adjust and align coulters to desired tillage depth.
“Coulter Alignment” on page 16
5. Always lift implement out of the ground when turning
at field ends and for other short-radius turns.
6. Both the Auto reset and Rigid shank mounts are pro-
tected by shear bolts for extreme overloads. If the
shank bolt shears replace the lower bolt with the cor-
rect shear bolt, use GP part number 802-060C.
(HHCS 5/8-11 x 4 Gr5).
High Pressure Fluid Hazard:
Relieve pressure and shut down tractor before connecting, dis-
connecting or checking hydraulic lines. Use a piece of paper
or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check for leaks. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems. Escaping fluid under pressure can
have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin causing serious
injury. If an accident occurs, seek immediate medical assis-
tance from a physician familiar with this type of injury.