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Troubleshooting – Great Plains Max Cover Verti-Till Ripper Operator Manual User Manual

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5, 7, & 9 Shank

596-098M

8/6/07

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Problem

Cause

Solution

Tip depth changes

Leaking hydraulic cylinders (exter-
nal or internal).

Install seal kit or replace cylinder.

Failing depth stop valve.

Install seal kit or replace depth stop
valve.

Leaking hydraulic fittings.

Check fittings for leaks, see page
15 f
or safety message, tighten or
replace.

Coulter depth changes

Leaking hydraulic cylinders (exter-
nal or internal).

Install seal kit or replace cylinder.

Failing P.O. check valve.

Install seal kit or replace check
valve.

Coulter gangs uneven

Check/adjust preload on gang
springs.

Re-level the implement.

Ripper point depths uneven

Check/adjust preload on auto reset
shank.

Re-level the implement.

Check tire pressure.

Check depth stops for even.

Shear bolts shear too often

Order the auto reset shank mount
in rocky conditions.

Depth pointers not accurate

Level unit and re-zero pointers.

Check shank spring preload.

Check coulter blade wear.

Troubleshooting