Great Plains P17917B Operator Manual - Manual (Page 19)

19 X-Press
Operating Instructions
The Simba Great Plains X-Press is a
versatile implement designed to perform an
excellent shallow cultivation combined with
effective consolidation.
It can be used in reduced tillage systems
to incorporate stubble or to work down
ploughing on lighter soil types. Like all
Simba Great Plains machines it features
the latest innovations which combine to give
an efficient, well-built unit with unrivalled
reliability.
Consolidation is key to most operations.
The design of the X-Press ensures that
this is not compromised during use. This is
because the penetration of the front discs
is achieved by angling the disc gangs and
not by transferring weight from the rear
roller onto the discs. The in line rear roller
ensures uniform consolidation is achieved
across the field.
The X-Press can operate in situations where
high levels of surface trash exist. This is
possible because of the massive clearance
within the machine. The front and rear disc
gangs are 830mm apart and the distance
between the rear gang and the DD roller is
another 240mm.
The X-Press is designed for high speed
operation at 8-l2kph. The in-built weight of
around 600kg per metre ensures that the
desired depth is maintained at the optimal
forward speed.
The DD Light roller gives an even
consolidation across the full machine width
giving a fine, firmed finish from the 150mm
DD spacing.
4. Adjustment / Operation