Great Plains FH6800HD Operator Manual - Manual (Page 16)

564-070M 04/28/2014
12 FH6000HD Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and
FH6000HD Flex Harrow for use, and covers tasks that
need to be done seasonally, or when the tractor/flex har-
row configuration changes.
Before using the harrow in the field, you must hitch it to a
suitable tractor or leading implement, inspect systems
and unfold the harrow. Before using the flex harrow for
the first time, and periodically thereafter, certain adjust-
ments may be required.
Initial Setup
See “Appendix B - Initial Setup” on page 35 for first-
time/infrequent setup tasks, including:
• Hitch Configuration (page 35).
• Tooth Angle (page 37).
• Install wing extensions (page 39).
• Install 4 bar drag extensions (page 40).
Post-Delivery/Seasonal Setup
On initial delivery, and seasonally, check and as neces-
sary, complete these items before continuing to the rou-
tine setup items:
• Bleed hydraulic system (page 28).
• De-grease exposed cylinder rods if so protected at last
storage.
Pre-Application Setup
Complete this checklist before routine setup:
❑ Read and understand “A.Important Safety Informa-
tion” 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 lubri-
cated. See “Lubrication and Scheduled Mainte-
nance” on page 29.
❑ Check that all safety decals and reflectors are cor-
rectly located and legible. Replace if damaged. See
“Safety Decals” on page 5.
❑ Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation & War-
ranty” on page 33.