Great Plains PT8030 V1013 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 15)

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Section 2 Operation
PT6030 and PT8030 Pull-Type Planter 401-032M-A 10/10/12
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
To position the manifold forward for operation, loosen the
wing nuts on the manifold and pull the manifold forward.
Secure wing nuts as shown in Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-4
Discharge Manifold Forward Position–In Use
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When the pump is not in use, reposition the pump manifold
to prolong the life of the hoses in the squeeze pump. To re-
position the discharge manifold to the rearward position,
loosen the wing nuts and push the manifold back as
shown in Figure 2-5.
Figure 2-5
Discharge Manifold Rearward Position–
Parking and Storage
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For more information on preparing the squeeze pump for
parking and storage, refer to Squeeze Pumps, “Mainte-
nance and Lubrication,” page 40 and the John Blue
manual provide with the pumps.
Chemical Meters and Hopper
The optional chemical hopper comes in two versions: one
chemical meter and an 80-pound-capacity hopper or two
chemical meters and a divider that separates the hopper
into two 40-pound compartments.
To engage or disengage the chemical meter, refer to the
instructions under Seed Meter and Hopper Operation,
page 12.
Before filling the chemical hoppers, clear them of foreign
objects. To remove the hoppers, disengage the meter
clutch and undo the over-center latch at the front of the
hopper.See Figure 2-3
Figure 2-3
Chemical Hopper
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After filling the hoppers, replace the hopper lids. Operating
with the lids attached prevents objects from entering the
hopper and also aids in keeping out moisture.
Empty the contents of the hoppers periodically to avoid the
collection of dirt and other materials.
Liquid Fertilizer Operation
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WARNING!
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous if not selected and
handled with care. Always read and follow directions supplied
by the chemical manufacturer.
For accurate metering, keep pump speed below 125 rpm.
To operate the pump, the discharge manifold must be in
the forward position as shown in Figure 2-4. Pumps are
shipped in the rearward position.