Great Plains NP3000A Operator Manual - Manual (Page 39)

2014-04-22 Table of Contents Index 407-613M
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index 35
Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and fertilizer
applicator for use, and covers tasks that need to be done
seasonally, or when the tractor/fertilizer applicator
configuration changes.
Before using the applicator in the field, you must hitch it
to a suitable tractor, inspect systems, level the applicator,
and then hitch a suitable nurse tank to the applicator.
Before using the fertilizer applicator for the first time, and
periodically thereafter, certain adjustments and
calibrations may be required.
Anhydrous Ammonia Exposure Hazard:
NP3000A models: Do not modify the NH
3
system of this
applicator. Designing NH
3
systems, selecting and installing
components is serious engineering. Testing a custom system
could be extremely hazardous (and field PPE
a is inadequate
for such testing). Malfunction of a custom system could result
in a major release of NH
3
gas or liquid.
Initial Setup
See manual 407-613Q for pre-delivery items (normally
completed by dealer).
Other first-time/infrequent setup tasks include:
• Set lift assist valve (page 161).
• Install meter console in tractor (page 163).
• Install any Options not factory- or dealer-installed.
Post-Delivery/Seasonal Setup
On initial delivery, use with a new tractor, and seasonally,
check and as necessary, complete these items before
continuing to the routine setup items:
• Bleed hydraulic system (page 122).
• De-grease exposed cylinder rods if so protected at last
storage.
• Verify that all time-dated components are within their
service lives.
a. PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
Anhydrous Ammonia Release Hazard:
Use only the Great Plains rear hitch for a trailing nurse tank
cart. A custom hitch and/or mount, including any safety chain
anchors, could fail entirely, resulting in a tank cart upset.
Consequences could include a catastrophic release of NH
3
.
At the very least expect a breakaway event and cart damage.