Great Plains 3P4025AH Operator Manual - Manual (Page 23)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup 19
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Leveling the Planter
Check and adjust level in field conditions on level ground.
Center Frame L/R Leveling
1. Hitch the planter to a tractor (page 15).
2. Raise the planter. Unfold it (page 26).
Refer to Figure 8
3.
Adjust the tractor 2-point lift arms so that the center
section tool bar is level.
Wing Leveling
Refer to Figure 9
4.
Check wing for level at the top of the tool bar.
Refer to Figure 10
To adjust wing level:
5. Loosen the jam nut at the upper link arm adjuster.
6. Remove bolt and rotate lock plate clear of
adjust nut .
7. Rotate the adjust nut until the wing is level.
8. Secure the jam nut.
9. Re-install lock plate.
If a wing is adjusted, it may be necessary to adjust the
gauge wheel. See “Gauge Wheel Adjustments” on
page 45.
Figure 8
Center Section Level
36097
Figure 9
Wing Level
36097
1
1
2 3
4
Figure 10
Turnbuckle Adjuster
36098
1
4
2
3