Great Plains YP4425A Operator Manual - Manual (Page 54)

50 YP4425A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
401-805M Table of Contents Index 2012-02-23
Caster Locks - Field Operations
For planting in conditions ranging from flat ground to
moderate slopes, the caster locks may be left in the
ROAD position, allowing the casters to pivot freely, and
simplifying fold/unfold operations.
For planting across extreme hillsides, where side drift
might occur, lock the casters after unfolding:
1. Move the lock handle from ROAD to FIELD at
each caster.
The lock arm will automatically capture and hold the
pivot plate detent when the planter next moves.
See page 29 for unlocking steps.
Hydraulic System Checklist Page
Check tractor hydraulic reservoir full -
Inspect connections for leaks -
Perform a raise and lower operation 25
Check fan speed and airflow direction a
Confirm Clutch Folding Module Master
switch off, and check hydraulic planter
drive rotation
44
Set Clutch Folding Module switch “Marker/
Fold” to “Marker”
52
a. Operate fan briefly and observe rotor blades spinning toward
exit port. Check rpm on seed monitor.
Hydraulic Planter Drive Checklist Page
Check chain lubrication and slack 118
Input initial values for desired population a
Pre-run system using manual ground
speed mode on seed monitor. Reset to
digital frequency source after test running.
a
Calibrate radar speed sensor pulses with
planter lowered.
b
Lubricate slider joints on drive shafts 117
Check clutch operation 44
a. Refer to seed monitor manual and Seed Rate manual.
b. Refer to seed monitor manual.
Meters Checklist Page
Correct discs for seed a
Check chain tension. Re-connect any
loose idler tensioning springs.
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a. Refer to Seed Rate manual.
Figure 55
Caster Lock
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