Caster locks - field operations – Great Plains YP3025A Operator Manual User Manual
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YP3025A
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
401-705M
02/16/2012
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Caster Locks - Field Operations
For planting in conditions ranging from flat ground to
moderate slopes, the caster locks may be left in the
ROAD position, allowing the casters to pivot freely, and
simplifying fold/unfold operations.
For planting across extreme hillsides, where side drift
might occur, lock the casters after unfolding:
1.
Move the lock handle
from ROAD to FIELD at
each caster.
The lock arm
will automatically capture and hold the
pivot plate detent
when the planter next moves.
See page 31 for unlocking steps.
Hydraulic System Checklist
Page
Check tractor hydraulic reservoir full
-
Inspect connections for leaks
-
Perform a raise and lower operation
Check fan speed and airflow direction
Set Clutch Folding Module switch “Marker/
Fold” to “Marker”
a.
Operate fan briefly and observe rotor blades spinning toward
exit port. Check rpm on seed monitor.
Hydraulic Planter Drive Checklist
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Check chain lubrication and slack
Input initial values for desired population
Pre-run system using manual ground
speed mode on seed monitor. Reset to
digital frequency source after test running.
Calibrate radar speed sensor pulses with
planter lowered.
Lubricate slider joints on drive shafts
Confirm Clutch Folding Module Master
switch off, and check hydraulic planter
drive rotation with 5 Rev Test.
a.
Refer to seed monitor manual and Seed Rate manual.
b.
Refer to seed monitor manual.
c.
See DICKEY-john
®
Planter/Drill Control manuals for 5 Rev Test
Meters Checklist
Page
Correct disks for seed
Corn?
Check timing of meters for twin-row
Check chain tension. Re-connect any
loose idler tensioning springs.
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a.
Refer to Seed Rate manual.
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Caster Lock
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