Great Plains NP4000 40-foot Operator Manual - Manual (Page 25)

2012-03-28 Table of Contents Index 407-776M
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index 21
Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and NP4000
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 configure the tanking system. Before using the
fertilizer applicator for the first time, and periodically
thereafter, certain adjustments and calibrations may be
required.
Initial Setup
See manual 407-776Q for pre-delivery items (normally
completed by dealer), and first-time/infrequent setup
tasks, including:
• Adjust optional hydraulic pump needle valve
(page 110).
• Install optional hydraulic drive console in tractor
(page 111).
• Install other 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 82).
• De-grease exposed cylinder rods if so protected at last
storage.
Pre-Application Setup
Complete this checklist before routine setup:
❑ Read and understand “Important Safety
Information” on page 1.
❑ Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
❑ Check that all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated. See “Lubrication and Scheduled
Maintenance” on page 87.
❑ Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged.
See “Safety Decals” on page 7.
❑ Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation Chart”
on page 104.