Great Plains NTA3010 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 55)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting 51
2014-03-26 Table of Contents Index 160-219M-A
No Seed Flow
Height switch out of adjustment or
failed. Check, adjust or replace lift switch.
Cart clutch failed Replace clutch. On an emergency basis, use the
clutch lock-up procedure in the cart Operator’s
Manual.
Cart clutch circuit failed Replace failed component or cable. On an
emergency basis, use the clutch lock-up procedure
in the cart Operator’s Manual.
Seed rate set to zero Check seed rate indicator at cart meter(s).
Uneven seed spacing
or uneven stand Excessive field speed Reduce speed.
Opener disks slowing Check that disks turn freely. Check scrapers.
Insufficient down force for low
spots Increase down force
Row units following terrain Check row unit down-force.
Air leaks Check hopper lids, meter seals, manifold caps and
seed hose connections. Adjust latch and/or replace
seals as needed.
Erratic meter clutch Check for damaged cables and loose connections.
Tower blockage Check towers for obstructions and plugging.
Blockages sometimes move from port to port in
towers.
Seed hose plugged Stop and raise drill with fan running. Hand-crank
meter and check for rows not delivering seed.
Unclean seed Use clean seed.
Seed sticking to firmer Lock-up firmer or wait for drier conditions.
Uneven seed depth Excessive field speed Slow down. Check Seeding Rate Chart for correct
maximum field speed.
Insufficient down force for low
spots Increase down force
Openers “diving” during no-till
operations See “Level Frame Front to Rear” on page 20.
Planting conditions too wet Wait until drier weather.
Problem Cause Solution