Great Plains NP30A 30-foot Operator Manual - Manual (Page 48)

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Applicator Locks
Channels, pins, latches and solenoid valves limit
movement for various situations. Channels and pins
require operator attention. Latches and valves are
automatic if the systems are operating properly. The lock set combinations vary by applicator width, hitch
type and year. Consult the following table for locks
provided on your applicator.
Lift-Assist Locks
Applies only to 2-point and pull type. Use the lift-assist
transport locks (and gauge wheel lock channels, if any)
to hold the fertilizer applicator at raised for transport,
adjustments, maintenance and storage.
Refer to Figure 24
To install cylinder stops:
1. Fully raise applicator (page 48). Set lift circuit to
Neutral.
2. On a 2-Point applicator, remove and store lift-assist
spacers (page 38).
3. Remove lock channel from storage location .
4. Place a lock channel on the lift cylinder rod of each
cylinder to be locked.
5. Re-install locking pin and secure with cotter pin.
6. Install center section gauge wheel lock channels
(2-point and pull-type).
7. Lower fertilizer applicator onto lock channels.
8. Set lift circuit to Float.
Pull-Type 2-Point 3-Point
NP30A Lift-Assist Locks
Gauge Wheel Lock Channels Lift-Assist Locks
Wing Lock Channels Wing Lock Channels
NP40A 2012-
3-section frame Lift-Assist Locks
Gauge Wheel Lock Channels
Wing Lock Pins Lift-Assist Locks
Wing Lock Channels Wing Lock Channels
NP40A 2012-
5-section frame Lift-Assist Locks
Gauge Wheel Lock Channels
Outer Wing Fold Latches Lift-Assist Locks
Wing Lock Pins
Wing Lock Channels
Outer Wing Fold Latches Wing Lock Channels
NP40A 2013+
3-section frame Lift-Assist Locks
Gauge Wheel Lock Channels Lift-Assist Locks
Wing Lock Channels Wing Lock Channels
NP40A 2013+
5-section frame Lift-Assist Locks
Gauge Wheel Lock Channels
Wing Lock Pins Lift-Assist Locks
Wing Lock Pins
Outer Wing Fold Latches
Solenoid Valves Wing Lock Channels
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Figure 24
Rear Lift Cylinder Lock Channel
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Falling Hazard:
Do not climb or stand on tires or wheels. Even at full extension
on level ground, tires may not be in firm ground contact. They
could spin without warning. A fall could result in serious
injury.
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