Great Plains 3P4025AH Operator Manual - Manual (Page 41)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 37
2014-07-29 Table of Contents Index 411-099M
Field Operation
Perform all steps in “Pre-Start Checklist” on page 21
and “Field Set-Up Checklists” on page 36.
Consult seed monitor for alarms during planting. Check
that reported rates are consistent with your plan.
When reloading seed, check consumption against
anticipated use to that point.
First Pass Operation Checklist Page
1. Shutters set. 35
2. Raise planter and line up at start of first
planting row.
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3. Prime meters with seed.
Leave fan running.
35
4. Pull forward, lower planter, and begin
planting for a short distance.
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5. Stop. Assess:
• planting depth
• seed spacing
• press wheel operation
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6. Make necessary adjustments 40
7. Resume planting. -
Suspending Planting Checklist Page
1. Stop tractor -
2. Fan hydraulic circuit to Float or Neutral 32
3. Raise planter 23
Ending Planting Checklist Page
1. Suspend operations as above, then
2. Lights ON -
3. Transport 27