Great Plains YP1625A Operator Manual - Manual (Page 17)

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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and planter
for use. Before using the in the field, you must hitch the
planter to a suitable tractor and level the planter.
Initial Setup
If the planter has just been delivered, or broken down for
re-shipment, these items need to be completed prior to
first field use:
• “Hydraulic Charge and Bleed” on page 146, which
includes:
• “Console Installation” on page 146
• “Level Planter” on page 147, and
• “Marker Setup” on page 150.
You may also need to install features, options and
accessories that were not factory- or dealer-installed.
Pre-Planting Setup
The balance of this section covers items that need to be
completed or checked prior to each field use of the
planter.
1. Read and understand “Important Safety
Information” on page 1.
2. Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
3. Check that all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated. See “Lubrication” on page 104.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged.
See “Safety Decals” on page 6
5. Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation Chart”
on page 127.
6. If returning the planter to service from storage,
remove any grease used to protect cylinder rods.