Great Plains YP1220 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 32)

28 YP1220 Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
401-506M 03/14/2012
Transporting
Loss of Control Hazard:
Towing the planter at high speeds or with a vehicle that is not
heavy enough could lead to loss of vehicle control. Loss of
vehicle control could lead to serious road accidents, injury
and death. To reduce the hazard, do not exceed 20 mph.
Before transporting the planter, 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 automati-
cally adjust too high in given circumstances. This will
result with the wing locks disengaging on the road.
• Empty seed box. Empty seed box before transporting
if at all possible.
• The planter can be transported with a full box of grain,
but the added weight will increase stopping distance
and decrease maneuverability.
• Transport planter only while in folded position. Refer to
“Folding the Planter” on page 22 and make sure cyl-
inder lock channels are in place on the gauge wheels.
• Warning lights. Always use warning lights when trans-
porting the planter.
• Road rules. Comply with all federal, state, and local
safety laws when traveling on public roads.
• Clearance. Remember that the planter is wider than
the tractor. Allow safe clearance.
• Transporting with Markers. Always transport markers
in the folded position. Make sure second marker sec-
tion rests securely on transport carrier.