Great Plains ADC2250 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 11)

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Section 1 Cart Assembly and Setup
7/28/10 Model 2250 Air Drill Cart 167-033M
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 1
Cart Assembly and Setup
The following information is general in nature and was
written to aid the operator in preparing the tractor and drill
for use, and to provide general operating procedures. The
operator’s experience, familiarity with the machine, and
the following information combined should provide effi-
cient drill operation and good working habits.
Having all the parts and equipment readily at hand will
speed your assembly task and make the job as safe as
possible.
General Description
This section covers the dealer’s requirements to assemble
the drill.
Tools required
•
Fork lift or overhead hoist with 8000# capacity.
•
General hand tools
•
Jack stands or blocks and safety chain
Shipping information
Your drill is shipped via flat bed truck. The drill is not fully
assembled.
Unload all equipment before beginning assembly. Do not
attempt any assembly work while drill is on the truck.
Read and understand the previous section, “Important
Safety Information” beginning on page 1, before starting
assembly.
Rear Axle Extensions and Tires
!
DANGER!
Crushing hazard. You may be severely injured or killed by the
cart if it falls. Always support the cart securely with jack stands
or blocks before working on unit raised off of the ground.
Refer to Figure 1-1:
Raise and securely block the cart so that the bottom of the
main frame rails is approximately 48” above the ground.
This will allow enough clearance to install tires.
Identify the axle extensions for left and right side of drill.
The left side extension has the bearing mounting bracket
for the main drive shaft and must be installed on the left
side of the drill.
Pre-Assembly Checklist
Check Reference
All major frame components Operator’s
Manual
Fasteners and pins that were shipped with
the drill.
NOTE: All hardware from the factory has
been installed in the location where it will
be used. If a part or fastener is temporarily
removed for assembly reasons, remember
where it goes. Keep the parts separated. Operator’s
Manual
All working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight and cotter pins are spread. Operator’s
Manual
All grease fittings are in place and lubri-
cated. Section 5
page 41
Proper tension and alignment on all drive
chains. Operator’s
Manual
Safety labels are correctly located and legi-
ble. Replace if damaged. Important Safety
Information
Red and amber reflectors are correctly
located and visible when the drill is in the
transport position. Important Safety
Information
“Slow moving vehicle” emblem is in place. Important Safety
Information
Inflate tires to specified air pressure. Tighten
wheel bolts to specified torque. Section 8
page 54
Have a minimum of 2 people at hand while
assembling the drill. Operator’s
Manual
Have a fork lift or hoist along with chains
and safety stands that are sized for the job
ready for the assembly task. Operator’s
Manual
Left and Right Rear Axle Extensions
Figure 1-1
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Left
Right