Great Plains 1625AHL Operator Manual - Manual (Page 37)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 33
2014-04-21 Table of Contents Index 411-020M
Transporting
The tractor must weigh at least
2 ⁄
3
(67%) of the planter
plus any materials loaded. See tables on next page for
typical planter weights. Have your planter weighed if the
planter weight is uncertain and/or the tractor capability is
not clearly above requirements.
Before transporting, follow and check these items:
• Set the tractor 3-point hitch control for depth control
operation. If the 3-point hitch control is set for load
control, the auto load control response may
automatically adjust too high in some circumstances,
causing the wing locks to disengage on the road.
• Empty fertilizer hopper, row seed hoppers and
treatment hoppers (option), if at all possible.
• The planter can be transported with full hoppers, but
the added weight increases stopping distance and
decreases maneuverability.
• Transport planter only while in folded position. Refer to
“Folding the Planter” on page 30 and make sure
cylinder lock channels are in place.
• Warning lights. Always use warning lights when
transporting the planter.
• Road rules. Comply with all national, regional, and
local safety laws when traveling on public roads.
• Clearance. Remember that the planter may be wider
than the tractor. Allow safe clearance.
• Transporting with Markers. Always transport markers
in the folded position. Make sure second marker
section rests securely on transport carrier.
Loss of Control Hazard:
Do not exceed 20 mph (32 km/h).
Use a tractor rated for the load.
Towing the planter at high speeds or with a vehicle that is not
heavy enough could lead to loss of vehicle control, resulting in
a serious road accident, injury and death.
Planter weight can vary by thousands of kilograms
depending on configuration and material load. If you are
not sure that your tractor weighs at least 150% of the
planter, or that the planter is within the load rating of the
tractor, have the planter weighed at a scale.