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15-, 20- and 25-Foot 3-Point
Heavy Duty Fluted Feed Drills
Operator Manual
1510HDF, 2010HDF & 2510HDF
Manufacturing, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information ...................................... 1
Safety Reflectors and Decals .........................................5
Introduction ................................................................10
Document Family .........................................................10
Description of Unit ........................................................10
Intended Usage ........................................................10
Models Covered .......................................................10
Using This Manual........................................................10
Definitions................................................................. 10
Owner Assistance ........................................................11
Preparation and Setup ...............................................12
Pre-Setup Checklist......................................................12
Hitching ........................................................................12
Electrical Connections..................................................13
Hydraulic Hose Hookup................................................14
Leveling the Drill...........................................................15
Leveling: Single-Wheel............................................. 16
Leveling: Offset-Single Wheel ..................................17
Leveling: Dual-Wheel ...............................................18
Options Setup...............................................................19
Acremeter Installation............................................... 19
Shaft Monitor Cab Module............................................19
Marker Setup................................................................20
Marker Chain Adjustment.........................................20
Marker Lifting Slack ..............................................20
Folding Slack ........................................................20
Marker Extension Setup ...........................................21
Marker Extension Adjustment...................................21
Operating Instructions...............................................22
Pre-Start Checklist .......................................................22
Transporting ................................................................. 23
Loading Materials .........................................................24
Marker Operations........................................................25
Independent Markers ...............................................25
Dual Auto-Sequenced Markers ................................25
Both Sides Extended (Sequenced) ......................25
Field Operation.............................................................26
Shaft Monitor Operation ............................................... 26
Parking ......................................................................... 27
Storage.........................................................................27
Adjustments................................................................28
Planting Depth..............................................................28
Marker Adjustments .....................................................29
Marker Disk Angle ....................................................29
Marker Speed........................................................... 29
Folding Speed with Needle Valves ...................... 29
Folding Speed with Sequence Valve ................... 30
Material Rate Adjustments........................................... 30
Revolutions Per Acre ............................................... 30
Non-Standard Configurations................................... 31
Main Box Seed Rate ................................................ 31
Drive Type............................................................ 32
Main Box Seed Rate Handle................................ 33
Seed Cup Door .................................................... 33
Main Box Calibration ............................................ 33
Small Seeds Attachment Rate ................................. 35
Small Seeds Rate Handle .................................... 35
Small Seeds Rate Calibration ..............................35
Fertilizer Rate...........................................................37
Setting the Fertilizer Adjuster ............................... 37
Fertilizer Density Correction................................. 38
Example Fertilizer Density Correction.................. 38
Fertilizer Rate Calibration..................................... 38
Row Unit Adjustments.................................................. 40
Unit-Mounted Coulter Adjustments .......................... 41
Coulter Depth Adjustment .................................... 41
Coulter Row Alignment ........................................ 42
Row Unit Down Pressure ......................................... 43
Adjusting Row Unit Down Force .......................... 43
10HDP Series Down-Pressure............................. 44
Row Unit Shut-Off .................................................... 45
Row Unit Lock-Up ................................................45
Disk Blade Adjustments ........................................... 46
Adjusting Disc Contact ......................................... 46
Seed Firmer Adjustments......................................... 47
Keeton Seed Firmer Adjustment .......................... 47
Seed-Lok™ Seed Firmer Lock-Up ....................... 47
Press Wheel Adjustments ........................................ 48
Opener Depth (Press Wheel Height) ................... 48
Press Wheel Spacing........................................... 48
Troubleshooting......................................................... 49
Maintenance and Lubrication ................................... 51
Marker Maintenance .................................................... 51
Marker Shear Bolt .................................................... 51
Marker Disk Grease Seal ......................................... 51
Bleeding Marker Hydraulics ..................................... 52
Marker Transport Carrier.......................................... 53
Seed Box Maintenance................................................ 53
Main Box Cleanout...................................................53
Small Seeds Cleanout.............................................. 54
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Fertilizer Cleanout.................................................... 54
Row Unit Maintenance................................................. 55
Disk Spreader-Scraper ............................................ 55
Seed Flap Replacement .......................................... 55
Lubrication ................................................................... 56
Options ....................................................................... 61
Accessory Hitches ....................................................... 61
Hitch Setback Kit.......................................................... 61
Gauge Wheels ............................................................. 61
Markers ........................................................................ 62
Seed Tube Plugs ..................................................... 62
Fertilizer ....................................................................... 63
Fertilizer Box ............................................................ 63
Shaft Monitor................................................................ 63
Small Seeds................................................................. 64
Row Unit Options ......................................................... 64
Lock-Up Pins........................................................ 64
10HD Unit-Mounted Coulters................................... 65
15in Coulter Blades.............................................. 65
Seed Firmers ............................................................65
Keeton® Seed Firmer...............................................65
Seed-Lok® Seed Firmer...........................................65
Appendix .....................................................................66
Specifications and Capacities.......................................66
15-Foot Model Specifications ...................................66
20-Foot Model Specifications ...................................67
25-Foot Model Specifications ...................................67
Tire Inflation Chart ........................................................68
Torque Values Chart ....................................................69
Hydraulic Diagrams ......................................................70
Dual Independent Markers .......................................70
Dual Marker Sequence Valve ...................................71
Chain Routing...............................................................72
Ground Drive and Main Seed Box Chains................72
Option Box Drive Chains ..........................................73
Warranty .......................................................................74
Index ............................................................................75
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Important Safety Information
Look for Safety Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and
proper training of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Be Aware of Signal Words
Signal words designate a degree or level of hazard
seriousness.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations,
typically for machine components that, for functional
purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when
guards are removed. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
Be Familiar with Safety Decals
▲ Read and understand “Safety Reflectors and Decals”
starting on page 5, thoroughly.
▲ Read all instructions noted on the decals.
▲ Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible
decals.
Prepare for Emergencies
▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital
and fire department near phone.
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Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin,
causing serious injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines.
▲ Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when
working with hydraulic systems.
▲ If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.If an
accident occurs, seek immediate medical treatment from a
physician familiar with this type of injury.
Wear Protective Equipment
▲ Wear protective clothing and equipment.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid
loose-fitting clothing.
▲ Because prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause
hearing impairment or hearing loss, wear suitable hearing
protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Because operating equipment safely requires your full
attention, avoid wearing entertainment headphones while
operating machinery.
Keep Riders Off Machinery
Riders obstruct the operator’s view. Riders could be
struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate equipment.
▲ Keep all bystanders away from machine when
folding/unfolding, raising/lowering markers,
raising/lowering openers, and transporting.
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Slow-moving tractors and towed implements can create
a hazard when driven on public roads. They are difficult
to see, especially at night.
▲ Use flashing warning lights and turn signals whenever
driving on public roads.
▲ Use lights and devices provided with the drill.
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Transport Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for drill is 20 mph (32 kph).
Some rough terrains require a slower speed. Sudden
braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset.
▲ Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate control of steering and
stopping. Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with
brakes.
▲ Comply with national, regional and local laws.
▲ Follow your tractor manual recommendations for maximum
hitch loads. Insufficient weight on tractor steering wheels
will result in loss of control.
▲ Carry reflectors or flags to mark drill in case of breakdown
on the road.
▲ Keep clear of overhead power lines and other obstructions
when transporting. Refer to transport dimensions under
“Specifications and Capacities” on page 66.
Check for Overhead Lines
Drill markers contacting overhead electrical lines can
introduce lethal voltage levels on drill and tractor frames.
A person touching almost any metal part can complete
the circuit to ground, resulting in serious injury or death.
▲ Avoid overhead lines during seed loading/unloading and
marker operations.
Handle Chemicals Properly
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use
can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and
property.
▲ Do not use liquid treatments with drill.
▲ Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions.
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
▲ Never drain, rinse or wash dispensers within 100 feet (30m)
of a freshwater source, nor at a car wash.
▲ Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by
chemical manufacturer.
▲ Dispose of empty chemical containers properly. Laws
generally require power rinsing or rinsing three times,
followed by perforation of the container to prevent re-use.
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Shutdown and Storage
▲ Clean out and safely store or dispose of residual chemicals.
▲ Secure drill using blocks and transport locks.
Lock up openers.
▲ Store in an area where children normally do not play.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools
and equipment. Refer to this manual.
▲ Work in a clean, dry area.
▲ Put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
▲ Make sure all moving parts have stopped and all system
pressure is relieved.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before servicing or
adjusting electrical systems or before welding on drill.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good condition and
installed properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or debris.
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OFF
▲ Remove all tools and unused parts from drill before
operation.
Tire Safety
Tire changing can be dangerous and should be
performed by trained personnel using correct tools and
equipment.
▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose
long enough for you to stand to one side–not in front of or
over tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available.
▲ When removing and installing wheels, use wheel-handling
equipment adequate for weight involved.
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Safety At All Times
Thoroughly read and understand the instructions in this
manual before operation. Read all instructions noted on
the safety decals.
▲ Be familiar with all drill functions.
▲ Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave drill unattended with tractor engine running.
▲ Do not dismount a moving tractor. Dismounting a moving
tractor could cause serious injury or death.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor and drill during hitching.
▲ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven
parts.
▲ Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with
moving parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding and raising
drill. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.
Safety Reflectors and Decals
Your drill comes equipped with all lights, safety reflectors
and decals in place. They were designed to help you
safely operate your drill.
▲ Read and follow decal directions.
▲ Keep lights in operating condition.
▲ Keep all safety decals clean and legible.
▲ Replace all damaged or missing decals. Order new decals
from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for
proper decal placement.
▲ When ordering new parts or components, also request
corresponding safety decals.
To install new decals:
1. Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed.
2. Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface,
being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal.
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Slow Moving Vehicle Reflector
818-003C or 818-055C
818-003C
decal is located on rear face of Main seed box, at or near
machine center. If Small Seeds or Fertilizer options are
installed, the 818-003C decal is obstructed, so a second
818-055C
reflector is mounted at center rear edge of walkboard;
1 total
Red Reflectors
838-266C
On rear face of walkboard, each outside corner;
2 total
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Amber Reflectors (large)
838-265C
On outside end faces of walkboards at ladder top,
front top face of mainframe, each outside corner;
4 total
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Amber Reflectors (small)
818-229C
On outside end faces of marker mounts;
1 total per marker
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Daytime Reflectors
838-267C
On rear face of walkboard, inboard of red reflectors;
2 total
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Danger: Cannot Read English
818-557C
On front face of mainframe near hitch;
1 total
Danger: Crushing Hazard
818-590C
On front face of mainframe, right of 3-point hitch;
1 total
Warning: Excessive Speed Hazard
818-337C
On front face, top front of mainframe, above each gauge
wheel assembly;
2 total
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24379
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Warning: High Pressure Fluid
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818-339C
On front face of mainframe, right of 3-point hitch;
1 total
Warning Marker Pinch Crush
818-682C
On front and top faces, inner marker section,
2 per marker;
4 total
Warning: Falling Hazard
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
Watch your step when climbing ladder or
walking on walkboard.
838-102C
On outside face of mainframe, forward of ladder;
2 total
Caution: Tires Not A Step
838-102C
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818-398C
On front face, top front of mainframe, above each gauge
wheel assembly;
2 total
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Caution: Read Manual
818-587C
On front face of mainframe, right of 3-point hitch;
1 total
Caution: 32 PSI Tire Pressure
818-751C
On rim of each 9.5L-15-6ply wheel;
2 total
Caution: 52 PSI Tire Pressure
818-752C
On rim of each 11L-15SL-12ply wheel;
2 total
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24379
Caution: 36 PSI Tire Pressure
818-855C
On rim of each 11L-15SL-8ply wheel;
4 total
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Introduction
Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new
product owners. Your 3-Point Drill has been designed
with care and built by skilled workers using quality
materials. Proper setup, maintenance, and safe
operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory
use from the machine.
Document Family
288-340M Operator Manual (this document)
288-340P Parts Manual
288-340B Seed Rate Manual
Description of Unit
The 15-, 20- and 25-foot 3-point drills are equipped with
HD10 Series row units. The HD10 Series has heavy duty
parallel-arm openers. These row units are staggered for
easy residue flow. Opener depth can be adjusted.
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Intended Usage
Use this implement to seed production-agriculture crops
in conventional or minimum tillage applications.
Models Covered
1510HDF-1810 15-Foot, 18-row, 10in spacing
1510HDF-2475 15-Foot, 24-row, 7.5in spacing
2010HDF-2410 20-Foot, 24-row, 10in spacing
2010HDF-3275 20-Foot, 32-row, 7.5in spacing
2510HDF-2015 25-Foot, 20-row, 15in spacing
2510HDF-20TR30 25-Foot, 20-twin-row, 30in pairs
2510HDF-2910 25-Foot, 29-row, 10in spacing
2510HDF-4075 25-Foot, 40-row, 7.5in spacing
Using This Manual
This manual familiarizes you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Read this manual and follow the recommendations to
help ensure safe and efficient operation.
The information in this manual is current at printing.
Some parts may change to assure top performance.
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Figure 1
Left/Right Notation
Definitions
The following are used throughout this manual.
Right-hand and left-hand as used in this manual are
determined by facing the direction the machine will travel
while in use unless otherwise stated.
Paragraphs in this format present a crucial point of information related to the current topic.
Read and follow the directions to:
- remain safe,
- avoid serious damage to equipment and
- ensure desired field results.
Note: Paragraphs in this format provide useful informa-
tion related to the current topic.
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Owner Assistance
If you need customer service or repair parts, contact a
Great Plains dealer. They have trained personnel, repair
parts and equipment specially designed for Great Plains
products.
Refer to Figure 2
Your machine’s parts were specially designed and
should only be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always
use the serial and model number when ordering parts
from your Great Plains dealer. The serial-number plate is
located on the left side of the drill frame below the front
of the main seed box.
Record your drill model and serial number here for quick
reference:
Model Number:__________________________
Serial Number: __________________________
Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with
your new machine. If you do not understand any part of
this manual or are not satisfied with the service received,
please take the following actions.
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service
manager. Make sure they are aware of any problems
so they can assist you.
2. If you are still unsatisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership.
For further assistance write to:
Figure 2
Serial Number Location
16490
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
PO Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
785-823-3276
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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and drill for
use. Before using the drill in the field, you must hitch the
drill to a suitable tractor and also setup the drill.
Pre-Setup Checklist
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Information” starting on page 1.
2. Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
3. Check that all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated. “Lubrication” starting on page 56.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged.
“Safety Reflectors and Decals” starting on page 5.
5. Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. “Appendix” on page 66.
Hitching
These instructions are for a direct 3-point hitch. If using
an optional SSH hitch, consult the hitch manual.
Crushing Hazard: You may be severely injured or killed by
being crushed between the tractor and drill. Do not stand or
place any part of your body between machines being hitched.
Stop tractor and set parking brake before inserting hitch pins.
1. Raise or lower tractor three-point arms as needed
and pin lower arms to drill.
2. Pin upper arm to drill.
For category III and III-N tractors, install hitch pin in
the lower hole.
For category IV-N tractors, install hitch pin in the
upper hole.
3. Slowly raise drill. Watch for cab interference.
4. If drill has parking stands, pin them up.
5. Adjust top three-point link so that top edge of drill
box is parallel with ground when drilling.
Note: Do not use link to adjust opener depth. For opener
adjustments, refer to “Leveling the Drill” on page
15 and “Adjustments” starting on page 28.
6. Set your tractor three-point-draft control to Float
position.
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Electrical Connections
Refer to Figure 3
7. Plug drill electrical lead into tractor seven-pin
connector. If your tractor is not equipped with a
seven-pin connector, contact your dealer for
installation.
Refer to Figure 4
8. If the drill is equipped with the optional shaft monitor,
mate the connector for the cab display.
See “Shaft Monitor Cab Module” on page 19 for
installation.
See “Shaft Monitor” on page 63 for ordering
information.
Figure 3
Lighting Connector
Figure 4
Shaft Monitor Connector
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Hydraulic Hose Hookup
High Pressure Fluid Hazard:
Only trained personnel should work on system hydraulics!
Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to
penetrate the skin, causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by
relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Use a
piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check for
leaks. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles
when working with hydraulic systems. If an accident occurs,
seek immediate medical treatment from a physician familiar
with this type of injury.
Current Style Color Coded Handle Grips
Refer to Figure 5
Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded handle
grips to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets.
Hoses that go to the same remote valve are marked with
the same color.
To distinguish hoses on the same hydraulic circuit, refer
to the symbol molded into the handle grip. Hoses with an
extended-cylinder symbol feed cylinder base ends.
Hoses with a retracted-cylinder symbol feed cylinder rod
ends..
Color Hydraulic Function
Green Marker Cylinders
Figure 5
Color Coded Hose Handles
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9. Connect marker hoses to tractor remote valve.
10. If this is the first time the drill has been hitched, bleed
the marker hydraulics per the instructions on
page 52.
Older Style Hoses with Color Ties
Refer to Figure 6
To distinguish hoses on the same hydraulic circuit, refer
to plastic hose label. The hose under an
extended-cylinder symbol feeds a cylinder base end. The
hose under a retracted-cylinder symbol feeds a cylinder
rod end.
Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you
hookup hoses to your tractor outlets.Hoses that go to the
same remote valve are marked with the same color tie.
Color Hydraulic Function
Orange Marker Cylinders
Figure 6
Older Style Hoses
817-348c
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Leveling the Drill
For proper operation, and maximum compensation for
varying ground conditions, the opener parallel arms need
to be parallel to slightly up-hill in normal lowered field
operation. This is controlled by two factors:
• the opener tool bar height, which is controlled by
adjustments to the gauge wheels, and;
• front-to-back level, which is controlled by the 3-point
hitch.
The procedure for setting initial drill height and checking
front-to-back level is:
1. Set gauge wheel adjustments to bedded or non-bed-
ded, via turnbuckle or link and block.
2. Lower drill onto gauge wheels with 3-point.
Set circuit to Float.
3. Adjust 3-point to recommended initial opener tool
bar height.
4. Verify front-to-back level, and adjust with 3-point.
Re-check height.
The adjustment details are different for single gauge
wheel vs. dual gauge wheel or offset single.
See the appropriate page for your drill:
Single-Wheel page 16
Dual- or Offset-Single Wheel page 17
Make the same adjustment on both gauge wheel
assemblies.
Check that drill is still level side-to-side after setup.
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Leveling: Single-Wheel
3
Refer to Figure 7
1. If operations are being changed between non-bedded and bedded planting, set the spring block
position before checking opener height.
2
Lower hole Bedded planting
3
Upper hole Non-Bedded planting
2. Check the link length. The factory setting for link
length , measured at centerlines, is:
4
3. Lower the drill in representative field conditions and
set the 3-point hitch circuit to Float.
4
Link Length
1
6
⁄
in (16.5cm)
2
1
2
6
4
6
5
1
1
5
Refer to Figure 8
Note: This presumes a planting depth of 1.75in (44mm).
If your depth is different, re-adjust the tool bar
height when adjusting the press-wheel (page 48).
4. Initially adjust drill distance between bottom of
opener tool bar and planting ground:
7
Tool bar height 26in (66cm)
Refer to Figure 7
5. To adjust link length, loosen jam nut . Turn spring
linkage to shorten or lengthen as necessary.
When adjusting the linkage length, remember:
+ Lengthening linkage raises drill.
- Shortening linkage lowers drill.
Re-tighten jam nut when height is final.
Refer to Figure 9
6. Level drill with top of three-point link. Adjust so that
row units are inclined slightly uphill, measured at
the ends of the parallel arms:
6
5
8
Figure 7
Single Wheel Link
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Figure 8
Single-Wheel Height
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8
Arm inclination 1in (2.5cm) maximum
The 1in/2.5cm dimension shown is a general dimension
that varies with planting conditions.
Ensure the opener mount is running higher than the opener
body. This ensures ample reserve for opener upfloat if the
opener strikes a rock or other object.
Single-Wheel Opener Level
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Leveling: Offset-Single Wheel
The offset-single gauge wheel adjusts for bedding by
changing the turnbuckle length.
Refer to Figure 10
1. Check the link length. The factory setting for link
length , measured at centerlines, is:
1
1
1
17
⁄
in (44.5cm)
2
This corresponds to an opener tool bar height of:
4
26in (66cm)
This is for non-bedded planting.
To adjust the drill for bedded planting:
2. Hitch it to a suitable tractor. Move it to representative
bedded ground, with the wheels between beds.
3. Lower the drill to planting position and set the 3-point
hitch circuit to Float.
Refer to Figure 11
Note: This presumes a planting depth of 1.75in (44mm).
If your depth is different, re-adjust the tool bar
height when adjusting the press-wheels (page 48).
4. Adjust drill distance between bottom of opener tool
bar and planting ground (bed tops):
2
3
Figure 10
Offset-Single Wheel Turnbuckle
1
27221
4
Tool bar height 26in (66cm)
Refer to Figure 10
5. To adjust turnbuckle length, loosen jam nut . Turn
turnbuckle to shorten or lengthen as necessary.
3
2
When adjusting the turnbuckle length, remember:
+ Lengthening turnbuckle raises drill.
- Shortening turnbuckle lowers drill.
Re-tighten jam nut when height is final.
Note: Do not expose more than 3in (7.6cm) of thread at
either end of turnbuckle.
6. Level drill with top three-point link.
Refer to Figure 12
7. Level drill with top of three-point link. Adjust so that
row units are inclined slightly uphill, measured at
8
the ends of the parallel arms:
7
Arm inclination 1in (2.5cm) maximum
The 1in/2.5cm dimension shown is a general dimension
that varies with planting conditions.
Ensure the opener mount is running higher than the opener
body. This ensures ample reserve for opener upfloat if the
opener strikes a rock or other object.
4
Figure 11
Offset-Single Wheel Height
24050
7
Figure 12
Offset-Single Wheel Opener Level
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Leveling: Dual-Wheel
2
Refer to Figure 13
1. If operations are being changed between non-bedded and bedded planting, set the spring turnbuckle
clevis position before checking length and opener
height.
1
Lower hole Bedded planting
2
Upper hole Non-Bedded planting
5
1
3
2. Check the link length. The factory setting for link
length , measured at centerlines, is:
3
Non-Bedded Bedded
1
3
⁄
in (44.5cm) 20
17
2
3
⁄
in (52.7cm)
4
6
3. Lower the drill in representative field conditions and
set the 3-point hitch circuit to Float.
Refer to Figure 14
Note: This presumes a planting depth of 1.75in (44mm).
If your depth is different, re-adjust the tool bar
height when adjusting the press-wheel (page 48).
4. Initially adjust drill distance between bottom of
opener tool bar and planting ground:
4
Tool bar height 26in (66cm)
Refer to Figure 13
5. To adjust turnbuckle length, loosen jam nut . Turn
turnbuckle to shorten or lengthen as necessary.
6
5
When adjusting the turnbuckle length, remember:
+ Lengthening turnbuckle raises drill.
- Shortening turnbuckle lowers drill.
Re-tighten jam nut when height is final.
6. Level drill with top three-point link.
Refer to Figure 15
7. Level drill with top of three-point link. Adjust so that
row units are inclined slightly uphill, measured at
7
the ends of the parallel arms:
Figure 13
22845
Dual-Wheel Turnbuckle
4
Figure 14
Dual-Wheel Height
24050
7
Arm inclination 1in (2.5cm) maximum
7
The 1in/2.5cm dimension shown is a general dimension
that varies with planting conditions.
Ensure the opener mount is running higher than the opener
body. This ensures ample reserve for opener upfloat if the
opener strikes a rock or other object.
Figure 15
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Options Setup
Prior to first use, install any optional equipment that was
not factory- or dealer-installed.
Even if factory- or dealer-installed, some items may need
setup for your specific requirements.
Acremeter Installation
Refer to Figure 16
The acremeter may be supplied from the factory in a
separate carton, to minimize risk of shipping damage.
Check to see if it has already been installed by your
dealer. It is located on the outside end of the upper wheel
arm pivot shaft . It may be installed on either the left or
right gauge wheel.
If not already installed:
1
5
2
2
1. Slide the spacer tube onto the shaft.
3
2. Slide the shaft adaptor onto the shaft, aligning its
cross-pin hole with the hole in the shaft.
3. Insert the clevis pin through the adaptor and shaft
and secure with cotter pin .
4. Screw the threaded end of the meter into the
1
⁄
-20 tapped hole in the adaptor .
2
Tighten the threaded end only enough to prevent it from
working loose from normal vibration. In use, there is no
torque or tension that might tend to unscrew it.
The acremeter counts shaft rotations whenever the shaft
is rotating - normally this is only with the drill lowered and
in motion. The meter is geared to display rotations as
acres, when using factory-specified tires and inflations.
Tally field acres by noting the meter reading prior to, and
after planting. Subtract the starting from the ending
readings.
4
5
6
1
4
Shaft Monitor Cab Module
If your drill has the Shaft Monitor option, the cab module
may already have been installed by your dealer. If not,
consult the installation instructions included with the
option kit, and mount the module in a convenient
location.
If the cab is particularly noisy, or the operator customarily
wears a noise-cancelling headset, the alarms may not be
audible. Mount the module where the status indicators
are visible during planting operations.
See “Shaft Monitor Operation” on page 26 for
operations.
3
6
4
Figure 16
Acremeter Installation
Figure 17
Shaft Monitor Cab Module
1
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Marker Setup
Marker Chain Adjustment
There are two, interrelated adjustments for the marker
chain. Make these adjustments in the following order.
Refer to Figure 18
Marker Lifting Slack
1. Unfold marker.
1
2
3
2. Loosen jam nuts on both sides of channel at
adjuster bolt .
3. Thread bolt in (up) until head is flush with inside jam
nut and both are flush with inside of channel.
4. Slowly fold marker while observing disk. If marker
disk drags across ground more than 12in (30cm)
before lifting, the chain is too long.
5. Shorten chain one or two links by moving clevis bolt
3
up chain a few links. Check adjustment by
repeating folding process.
6. If chain is too short when marker is unfolded, it will
prevent end of marker from dropping into field
depressions, causing skips in your marker line.
Correct this condition by lengthening chain one or
two links at clevis .
Folding Slack
1. Fold marker.
2. Extend adjustment bolt to take slack out of chain
while marker is folded. Extend bolt until there is no
chain slack.
3. Lock bolt in this position by tightening jam nuts on
either side of upright channel.
1
2
3
2
1
Figure 18
Marker Chain
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Marker Extension Setup
If markers were ordered as a separate accessory, or not
dealer-installed, mount them per the installation
instructions supplied with the markers.
Check the marker extension. The installation instructions
may not cover setting the correct marker length, or may
specify a length not optimal for your row configuration.
E
Refer to Figure 19
10HDF drills have their row units spaced equally about
machine centerline. Set the initial marker extension to
equal the swath, measured from tool bar center to the
mark left in the ground when the drill is lowered.
If you modify your row spacing by plugging seed meters,
you may change the marker extension required.
Some changes can result in an asymmetric row spacing
about machine centerline. This usually causes the
marker extension to be different for left and right sides,
depending on the direction of planting for each
successive pass.
Making short practice passes may be the easier way to
establish the correct marker extension.
E
Figure 19
Marker Extension
Drill Model Marker Extension (Swath)
1510HDF-1810 180in (457 cm)
1510HDF-2475 180in (457 cm)
2010HDF-2410 240in (610 cm)
2010HDF-3275 240in (610 cm)
2510HDF-2015 300 in (762 cm)
2510HDF-20TR30 300 in (762 cm)
2510HDF-2910 290 in (737 cm)
2510HDF-4075 300 in (762 cm)
Marker Extension Adjustment
Refer to Figure 20
To adjust a marker width or disk pivot orientation:
1. Lower drill to field position and extend the marker
side to be adjusted.
2. If disk angle or direction is to be changed, make that
change before adjusting extension.
3. Pull forward to fully settle drill and leave a mark to
check.
4. On telescoping outer marker tubes, loosen both jam
1 2
nuts and both
5. Move marker disk tube in or out to get the desired
mark placement. See page 21 for a table of
suggested initial marker extensions, measured from
drill centerline.
6. To change throw direction of marker, remove inner
tube completely, and reinsert at desired orientation.
7. Tighten both
1
nuts .
8. Pull forward to check actual results and fold marker.
1
⁄
in set screws .
2
1
⁄
in set screws and then both jam
2
2
1
2
Figure 20
Marker Extension Adjustment
Other marker topics in this manual include:
Operations:
“Marker Operations” on page 25
Adjustments:
“Marker Disk Angle” on page 29
“Marker Speed” on page 29
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Operating Instructions
This section covers general operating procedures.
Experience, machine familiarity and the following
information will lead to efficient operation and good
working habits. Always operate farm machinery with
safety in mind.
Pre-Start Checklist
High Pressure Fluid Hazard:
Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to
penetrate the skin. Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before
applying pressure. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can
be almost invisible. Use paper or cardboard, not body parts,
and wear heavy gloves to check for suspected leaks. If injured,
seek medical assistance from a doctor that is familiar with this
type of injury. If an accident occurs, seek immediate medical
treatment from a physician familiar with this type of injury.
1. Carefully read “Important Safety Information”
starting on page 1.
2. Lubricate drill as indicated in “Lubrication” starting
on page 56.
3. Check all tires for proper inflation. See “Tire
Inflation Chart” on page 68.
4. Check all bolts, pins and fasteners. Torque as shown
in “Torque Values Chart” on page 69.
5. Check drill for worn or damaged parts. Repair or
replace parts before going to the field.
6. Check hydraulic hoses, fittings and cylinders for
leaks. Repair or replace before going to the field.
7. Rotate both gauge wheels to see that the drive and
meters are working properly and free from foreign
material.
8. To reduce wear, remove chains for drive systems
that will not be used at present.
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Transporting
Loss of Control Hazard: Towing the drill at high speeds or
with a vehicle that is not heavy enough could lead to loss of
vehicle control. Loss of vehicle control could lead to serious
road accidents, injury and death. To reduce the hazard, do not
exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Check that your tractor has enough
ballast to handle the weight of the drill. Refer to your tractor
operator’s manual for ballast requirements.
Note: For transporting with drill attached to a hitch, refer
to your hitch operator’s manual.
Before transporting the drill, follow and check these
items:
1. Unload seed box. Unload seed box before transporting if at all possible. To do so:
Place tarp under drill or a bucket under each seed
meter.
Use large bucket to empty box as much as possible.
Make sure sliding seed tubes are in the open position. Open seed meter clean out to empty seed out
of sliding seed tube and meter.
The drill can be transported with a full box of grain,
but the added weight increases stopping distance
and decreases maneuverability.
2. Fold up walkboard ladder(s) for maximum
clearance.
Note: To maintain steering control, you may need to add
ballast to your tractor front end. Refer to your tractor
operator’s manual for ballast required.
3. Raise drill for transport.
4. Fold markers.
5. Use lights on drill.
6. Check that tools, documents (such as manuals) and
accessories (such as seed plugs and baffles) will not
be left behind.
Road Rules
Comply with all national, regional, state and local safety
laws when traveling on public roads.
Clearance
Remember that the drill is wider than the tractor. Allow
safe clearance.
Transporting with Markers
Always transport markers in the folded position.
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
Watch your step when climbing ladder or
walking on walkboard.
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Loading Materials
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
Misstep Hazard:
Watch your step when walking on drill ladder and walkboard.
Falling from drill could cause severe injury or death.
Great Plains recommends loading materials after the drill
has been transported to the planting ground.
Seed is heavy. Pre-loading substantially increases
transport hazards:
• Stopping distance increases.
• The center of gravity moves aft. Tractor steering
wheels have less weight on them, reducing steering
effectiveness.
• Even with effective steering, turns are more difficult to
initiate and more difficult to stop, due to the inertia of
the wide load.
In addition, material can leak through the meters in
transport. Setting the rate adjusters to 0 does not
necessarily completely close them against transport
leakage, and zeroing the rate adjusters can upset the
calibration.
To load materials:
1. Load only in dry conditions.
2. If the seed is treated, or if loading fertilizer, wear
protective equipment recommended for the hazards.
3. Lower the drill.
4. Fold down the ladders.
5. Open the lids for the boxes to be used.
6. Remove any debris or obstructions from the boxes.
7. If used, insert seed plugs in unused rows.
8. Load seed and/or fertilizer. Load or spread it evenly
across all partitions. Use a tool or gloved hand.
9. Make a note of the quantity loaded, for later
confirmation of population or application density
desired. Note also the acremeter reading.
10. Close the box lids.
11. Raise the ladders.
Watch your step when climbing ladder or
walking on walkboard.
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Marker Operations
Optional marker attachments are available from your
Great Plains dealer. Before operating markers, make
sure hydraulics are properly bled as described under
“Bleeding Marker Hydraulics” on page 52.
Set hydraulic circuit lever to neutral when folding or
unfolding is complete. When extended, Great Plains
markers are self-floating over uneven ground. When
folded, neutral locks the marker in the transport cradle.
Independent Markers
Supply oil to the cylinder base end of the marker you
wish to extend. When fully extended, set the circuit lever
to neutral.
Reverse the circuit to fold the marker. When fully resting
in the transport cradle, set the circuit lever to neutral.
Dual Auto-Sequenced Markers
Dual markers on twin dedicated circuits operate the
same as single markers, above.
Dual markers equipped with a sequence valve share the
same hydraulic circuit.
Starting with both markers folded, activate (normally
Extend) the circuit, then set the control to neutral. The
folding sequence is:
• Activate lever - One side unfolds. The other stays
folded.
• Reverse lever - Unfolded side retracts. The other stays
folded.
• Activate lever again - Side that remained folded previously now unfolds. Original side remains folded.
• Reverse lever - Unfolded side retracts. Original side
remains folded.
• Sequence repeats.
You can adjust dual marker folding speed. See “Marker
Speed” on page 29, and adjust folding speed to a safe
rate. Folding markers at high speed can damage
markers.
Both Sides Extended (Sequenced)
1. Activate lever to extend one side.
2. Reverse lever as if to retract, and quickly reverse
again.
3. Extend the other side.
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Field Operation
Crushing Hazard: You may be severely injured or killed by
being crushed between the tractor and drill. Do not stand or
place any part of your body between drill and moving tractor.
Stop tractor engine and set park brake before installing pins.
1. Hitch drill to a suitable tractor or hitch. See “Hitching” on page 12, or your hitch operator’s manual.
2. Set and calibrate seeding rate as explained at
“Material Rate Adjustments” starting on page 30.
Check that meter rates and seed-cup-door handles
are set the same across the drill.
Note: If you notice excessive cracking on large seeds, ad-
just all seed-cup doors to a wider setting. Use the
widest setting only for seed-cup clean out.
3. Setup row units for desired down-force and planting
depth. See “Row Unit Adjustments” on page 40.
4. Enable or disable seed firmers as desired.
5. Load seed box with clean seed. Load fertilizer if
used. Fold up ladders.
6. Record acremeter readout. Subtract initial reading
from later readings to determine area drilled.
7. Pull forward, lower drill, set 3-point circuit to Float,
and begin seeding.
8. Always lift drill out of the ground when turning at row
ends and for other short-radius turns. Seeding stops
automatically as drill is raised in the field.
Shaft Monitor Operation
The optional shaft monitor generates an alarm if either of
the two main seed box meter shafts on the drill stop
turning for more than 30 seconds.
Refer to Figure 21
Turn system on by activating on-off switch on monitor
head. If seed-cup shafts are turning, both indicator lights
2
are illuminated and no alarm sounds.
If any seed-cup shaft stops for 30 seconds, an alarm
sounds and the indicator for that section flashes on the
monitor, designating the failed shaft.
Note: The 30-second delay is to prevent nuisance alarms
when turning at the end of the field.
Note: If a failure does occur and an alarm sounds, re-
member you have traveled for 30 seconds without
planting with that drill section. If due to wheel lift or
low tire pressure, you may have been planting at
progressively lower populations before that.
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2
1
Figure 21
Shaft Monitor Head
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Parking
For information on long-term storage, refer to “Storage”,
next topic.
1. Empty seed box before unhitching drill to prevent drill
from falling backward.
Note: For parking with drill attached to an accessory
hitch, refer to your hitch operator’s manual.
2. Unload seed box:
Place tarp under drill or a bucket under each seed
meter.
Use a large bucket to empty box as much as
possible. Make sure sliding seed tubes are in the
open position. Open main seed box meter clean outs
to empty seed out of sliding seed tube and meter.
Thoroughly clean seed and seed-treatment residue
from boxes and seed meters.
3. Park drill on a level, solid surface.
4. If drill is equipped with parking stands, install them.
5. Lower three-point hitch until drill is on the ground.
6. Disconnect electrical harnesses.
7. Set circuits to float and disconnect any hydraulic
connections to the drill.
8. Extend or retract the top link of the tractor until top
three-point pin is free. Remove pin.
9. Remove pins from lower links.
Storage
1. Store the drill where children do not play. If possible,
store the drill inside for longer life.
2. Perform the Parking checklist, above.
3. Plug or cap delivery tubes to prevent pest entry and
nesting.
4. Remove any dirt and debris that can hold moisture
and cause corrosion.
5. Lubricate and adjust all roller chains.
6. Lubricate areas noted at “Lubrication” starting on
page 56.
7. Inspect drill for worn or damaged parts. Make repairs
and service during the off season.
8. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and worn
areas on the drill to protect the metal.
9. Cover with a tarp if stored outside.
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Adjustments
To get full performance from your drill, you need an
understanding of all component operations, and many
provide adjustments for optimal field results.
The 1510HDF, 2010HDF & 2510HDF have double-disk
parallel-arm openers with depth-controlling press
wheels. This system provides accurate depth control and
seed placement over uneven terrain.
Each opener is mounted on a floating opener frame, held
parallel to the ground. Opener bodies are staggered for
easy soil flow. A spring provides the down pressure necessary for opener double disks to open a seed furrow.
The spring allows openers to float down into depressions
and up over obstructions. Individual openers can be
adjusted to account for tire tracks.
Even if your planting conditions rarely change, some of
these adjustment items need periodic attention due to
normal wear.
Planting Depth
Setting nominal planting depth, and achieving it consistently, is affected by multiple adjustable drill functions,
from greatest to least effect they are:
• Leveling the Drill
• Opener Depth (Press Wheel Height)
• Row Unit Down Pressure,
• Optional Accessory Hitch settings and Coulter Setup,
• Unit-Mounted Coulter Depth Adjustment,
• Disk Blade Adjustments (as row unit blades wear).
Adjustment Page The Adjustment Affects
Leveling the Drill 15 Consistent control of seeding depth
Marker Adjustments
Marker Extension Setup 21 Pass alignments with no overlap or excessive gap
Marker Disk Angle 29 Visibility of mark for next pass
Marker Speed 29 Efficient marker operation at turns
Material Rate Adjustments 30
Main Box Seed Rate 31 Seed population
Drive Type 32 Coarse control of main box seed rate
Main Box Seed Rate Handle 33 Tuning seed rate for your specific seed
Seed Cup Door 33 Consistent delivery of certain seed sizes
Main Box Calibration 33 Precise control of main box seed rate
Small Seeds Attachment Rate 35 Small seed population
Small Seeds Rate Calibration 35 Tuning small seed rate for your specific seed
Fertilizer Rate 37 Material application rate
Fertilizer Density Correction 38 Quicker closure on a rate calibration
Fertilizer Rate Calibration 38 Tuning application rate for your specific material
Row Unit Adjustments 40
Unit-Mounted Coulter Adjustments 41 Depth of groove ahead of opener furrow
Row Unit Down Pressure 43 Consistent seeding depth in tire tracks
Disk Blade Adjustments 46 Consistent seeding depth
Seed Firmer Adjustments 47 Reliable seed placement at furrow bottom
Opener Depth (Press Wheel Height) 48 Seeding depth
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Marker Adjustments
See other sections for these marker items:
Marker Setup:
“Marker Extension Setup” on page 21
Marker Maintenance:
“Bleeding Marker Hydraulics” on page 52
“Marker Chain Adjustment” on page 20
“Marker Transport Carrier” on page 53
Marker Disk Angle
Refer to Figure 22
To change angle of cut, and the width of the mark:
1. Loosen
1
⁄
-inch bolts holding the disk assembly.
2
2
Marker disks may be sharp.
Use caution when making
adjustments in this area.
W
N
1
T
T
For a wider mark , increase the angle of the
marker with respect to the tube . For a narrower
N
mark , reduce the angle.
W
1
To change direction of cut (throw dirt out vs. in), invert
disk blade on hub, or invert disk assembly on tube.
2. Tighten bolts .
2
Marker Speed
The folding speed of independent markers (on separate
hydraulic circuits) is controlled by needle valves at the
cylinders.
The folding speed of sequenced dual markers is
controlled by an adjustment at the sequence valve.
Excessive folding speed can damage markers and void
the warranty.
Folding Speed with Needle Valves
This applies only to markers plumbed separately (left
and right are each on their own tractor hydraulic circuit).
Refer to Figure 23
A needle valve controls the folding speed. The needle
valve is near the rod end of the marker cylinder. With
tractor idling at a normal operating speed, adjust marker
folding to a safe speed.
Figure 22
Marker Disk Angle
1
2
11757
Do not adjust needle valve while marker is in motion.
Turn adjustment knob clockwise to reduce folding
speed or counterclockwise to increase folding speed.
1
Figure 23
17620
Needle valve Adjustment
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Folding Speed with Sequence Valve
There is one adjustment screw for unfolding speed
and one for folding speed . You can identify adjustment
2
screws by markings stamped in valve body.
1
S
F
2
1
Do not adjust sequence valve while marker is in motion.
Turn adjustment screws clockwise ( : slower) to
S
decrease [un]folding speed and counterclockwise
F
( : faster) to increase [un]folding speed.
With tractor idling at a normal operating speed, adjust
marker folding to a safe speed. Excessive [un]folding
speed could damage markers and void the warranty.
Figure 24
Sequence Valve Adjustment
S
After adjusting the folding speed, tighten jam nuts on hex
adjustment screws to hold settings.
Material Rate Adjustments
Adjustment Main Seed Box Small Seeds Attachment Fertilizer
Drive Type Controls Coarse Rate Unaffected by Drive Type Unaffected by Drive Type
Adjuster Scale Handle Controls Fine Rate Handle Controls Rate Knob Controls Rate
Meter Door Controls Rate Consistency No Adjustment Required No Adjustment Required
See... page 31 page 35 page 37
Material rates for each of the boxes are set independently.
Great Plains recommends calibration with your seed and
fertilizer for most accurate results.
Use the settings in the Seed and Fertilizer Rate charts as
a starting point for the calibration. The charts are provided in a separate manual (part number 288-340B),
normally stored in a weatherproof holder on the drill.
To reduce unnecessary wear, remove chains for any
drives not used.
14048
Revolutions Per Acre
Planted Row Spacing
1
7
⁄
in (19.1cm)
2
10in (25.4cm) 18
15in (38.1cm) 20
Twin Row 30in (76.2cm)
a. Each row of a twin-row is a pair of row units. The 2510HDF-20TR30 has 40 row units.
Calibrating any seed or fertilizer rate relies on the values
in the table above. The values are for gauge wheel tire
revolutions per acre(ac) or hectare(Ha).
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Row Count Revolutions Row Count Revolutions Row Count Revolutions
24
365/ac
902/Ha
365/ac
902/Ha
32
24
Whether turning the tire, or the jackshaft, count tire revolutions, and use an rpm rate close to actual field rate.
Turning too slowly or too rapidly has unreliable results.
268/ac
662/Ha
268/ac
662/Ha
40
29
20
214/ac
529/Ha
221/ac
546/Ha
214/ac
529/Ha
a
214/ac
529/Ha
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Tire rpm:
55 rpm = 5 mph = 8 kph
Non-Standard Configurations
If you modify your row spacing by plugging seed meters,
this may alter the revolutions per acre or hectare.
Main Box Seed Rate
Main seed box planting rate is controlled by:
• Drive Type sprocket set
• Seed Rate handle setting
• Seed Cup door setting
Before setting the rate, raise the drill and rotate the
gauge wheels. Check that seed meters, seed tubes and
drives are working properly and are free from foreign
material.
The procedure for setting the main box rate is:
1. Consult chart for your crop in the Seed Rate manual.
Note initial Drive Type and Rate Handle settings.
2. Configure Drive Type and Seed Rate handle on one
or both sides of the drill.
3. Set the Seed Cup doors per advice on page 33.
4. Calibrate the drill for your specific seed.
5. Set both gauge wheels and rate handles identically.
Note: Many factors affect seeding rates: seed treatment,
weight of seed, size of seed, surface condition of
seed, tire configuration, tire pressure and tire slippage. Minor adjustments may be needed to compensate for these factors.
Measure between the centerlines of the active end rows
(the Span). If the change was to simulated twin-row, treat
each pair as a single row, and measure to pair centerline.
Span
RowSpacing
----------------------------------
=
RowCount 1–
The new swath is the measurement times the new row
count.
NewSwath RowSpacing RowCount×=
Check the Dimensions for your drill in the Appendix of
the drill Operator Manual. SpecSwath below is the factory specification), If the swath changed, adjust the revolutions as follows:
SpecSwath
UseRevolutions TableRevolutions
---------------------------
×=
NewSwath
If you are using markers, also re-check the marker extension. See page 21.
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Drive Type
Before setting the Drive Type, rotate the gauge wheels.
Check that seed meters, seed tubes and drives are
working properly and free from foreign material.
4
2
DRIVEN
Refer to Figure 25
1. Consult the rate charts in the Seed Rate manual,
and determine the Drive Type required. If there are
multiple choices (different Drive Types) for the same
seed population, choose the one that has a rate handle setting closest to 50.
2. These Types correspond to the following pairings of
Driving and Driven sprockets mounted on the
right side of the gauge wheel assembly.
If the Drive Type needs to be changed:
3. Loosen idlers and remove chain . Remove
retaining pins at shafts and at storage tower shaft .
4. Exchange sprockets between drive shafts and
towers, installing the correct sprockets on the
DRIVER and DRIVEN shafts.
1 2
Drive
Type
1 14 44 Slowest
2 24 36 2.1x
3 24 24 3.1x
4 24 15 5.0x
Driving
Sprocket
3 4
1 2
Driven
Sprocket
Coarse
Speed
5
6
3
1
DRIVING
Figure 25
Drive Type Sprockets
6
27222
Refer to Figure 26
5. Reroute chain over sprockets and idlers. Make sure
open end of chain clip faces away from direction of
chain travel (shown by gray arrows).
6. Move idler into chain so chain has
longest span. Tighten idler. Re-pin all three shafts.
7. Configure other gauge wheel to match.
Note: Each gauge wheel drives half of the drill. If a chain
breaks or is removed, that drill half does not plant.
1
⁄
in slack in its
4
Figure 26
Chain Clip Orientation
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Main Box Seed Rate Handle
There are identical seed rate handles for each half of the
drill. Generally, both need to be set identically. You can
2
stop seed flow to one half of the drill by setting a handle
to zero (for point-row planting, for example).
The seed rate handle controls the percent engagement
of the seed sprocket in each seed cup.
Refer to Figure 27
1. Loosen wing nut under handle.
1
2. Set indicator to about 10 past value from Seed
2
Rate Chart, then move handle back to target value.
3. Tighten wing nut.
Seed Cup Door
Refer to Figure 28,
which depicts the seed cup door handle in position .
3
At each seed box seed tube, adjust the seed cup door
handle for the seed size.
4
The handle has three normal operating position detents:
(top detent) is for the smallest seeds.
1
Use it for wheat and similar small seeds.
(middle detent) is for larger seeds.
2
Use it for soybeans and similar larger seeds.
(bottom detent) is for oversize or fragile seeds.
3
If you experience excessive cracking with
setting , use setting .
Note: Handle position is used for cleanout, not plant-
2 3
5
ing. If set to this position with seedloaded, it may be
difficult to reset it to a normal operating position.
Main Box Calibration
Refer to sample data and formulas at right.
1. As necessary, convert your target seed population to
pounds per acre.
2. Set Drive Type, rate handle and seed cup door per
the earlier instructions.
3. Record weight of an empty container large enough
to hold seed metered for one acre for three rows.
4. Place several pounds of seed over three seed cups
on an outside end of a drill box. Pull seed tubes off of
these three openers and route them to container.
1
Figure 27
Main Box Seed Rate Handle
17618
4
1
2
3
5
Figure 28
Seed Cup Door Handle
For example:
Drill: 2510HDF-2910
Seed: Soybeans, 80,000 seed bag weight: 35 pounds
Target population: 210,000 seeds per acre
80000 ÷ 35 = 2286 seeds per pound
210000 ÷ 2286 = 92 pounds per acre
Drive Type: 3
Rate Handle: between 50 and 55, approximately 51
Assume empty ContainerWeight of:
2.5 pounds
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5. Raise the drill.
6. Rotate gauge wheel or calibration crank a few turns
to confirm gearbox has engaged and to confirm that
the seed paths are free from foreign matter.
7. Turn gauge wheel several times to fill seed cups with
seed. Turn wheel until seed falls from each cup.
Place seed collected so far back in the box.
8. Rotate gauge wheel until one acre has been tallied
(see table on page 30). Simulate field speed.
Note: You can also rotate the gauge wheel jackshaft by
means of a wrench or socket, on the drill side that
From table, rotations per acre is:
214
For a 25-foot drill, tire rpm for 5 mph is:
52
does not have the acremeter. When turning the
gauge wheel jackshaft, count tire rotations, as the
axle and jackshaft sprockets are not 1:1.
9. Check that the three seed cups have ample seed
coming into them.
10. Weigh metered seed.
11. Subtract initial weight of container (tare weight).
Assume container plus seed weighs:
12.6 pounds
SeedWeight:
SeedWeight TotalWeight ContainerWeight–=
12.6 - 2.5 = 10.1
12. Divide by three.
SeedWeight
---------------------------- -
PoundsPerCup
=
3
13. Multiply by the number of openers on your drill to
determine total pounds seeded per acre.
PoundsPerAcre PoundsPerCup OpenerCount×=
14. If this figure is different than desired, set your seed
rate adjustment handle accordingly.
Note: You may want to repeat the calibration procedure if
your results vary greatly from seed rate chart.
When drilling, check seeding rate by noting acres drilled,
amount of seed added to drill and seed level in drill box.
If you are seeding more or less than desired, adjust
seeding rate slightly to compensate for field conditions.
PoundsPerCup:
10.1 ÷ 3 = 3.36
PoundsPerAcre:
3.36 x 29 = 97.5
Target was 92. Result is 6% high.
Adjust handle down by 3 (6% of 51)
to a Seed Rate Handle setting of:
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Small Seeds Attachment Rate
Small seeds attachment box planting rate is controlled
by:
• Seed Rate handle setting
Small seeds rate is independent of the Drive Type used
for main seed box planting. The small seeds cups do not
have doors to adjust.
Before setting the rate, raise the drill and rotate the
gauge wheels. Check that seed meters, seed tubes and
drives are working properly and are free from foreign
material.
The procedure for setting the main box rate is:
1. Consult the charts for your crop in the Seed Rate
manual. That provides the initial Rate Handle settings.
2. Configure Seed Rate handle on one or both sides of
the drill.
3. Calibrate the drill for your specific seed.
4. Set both rate handles identically.
Small Seeds Rate Handle
Refer to Figure 29
Position the small seeds seed cup lever to setting
indicated on the Rate Chart in the Seed Rate manual.
To adjust:
1. Loosen wing nut under handle .
2. Slide handle until indicator is about 10 past the
desired value, then move it back to the desired value.
3. Tighten wing nut.
Small Seeds Rate Calibration
Note: You may need to increase seed cup setting for light-
er than average seed or decrease seed cup setting
for heavier than average seed.
Note: The seed rate charts are based on cleaned, un-
treated seed of average size and test weight. For
seed not listed on the charts, compare weight and
size to those listed and use a similar setting.
1 2
2
2
1
Figure 29 Small Seeds
Seed Cup Lever Adjustment
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Refer to sample data and formulas at right.
1. Consult the rate chart for your seed.
2. Set rate handle per the earlier instructions.
3. Record weight of an empty container large enough
to hold seed metered for one acre for three rows.
4. Place several pounds of seed over three seed cups
on an outside end of a drill box. Pull seed tubes off of
these three openers and route them to container.
5. Raise the drill.
6. Rotate gauge wheel or calibration crank a few turns
to confirm gearbox has engaged and to confirm that
the seed paths are free from foreign matter.
7. Turn gauge wheel several times to fill seed cups with
seed. Turn wheel until seed falls from each cup.
Place seed collected so far back in the box.
8. Rotate gauge wheel until one acre has been tallied
(see table on page 30). Simulate field speed.
Note: You can also rotate the gauge wheel jackshaft by
means of a wrench or socket, on the drill side that
does not have the acremeter. When turning the
gauge wheel jackshaft, count tire rotations, as the
axle and jackshaft sprockets are not 1:1.
9. Check that the three seed cups have ample seed
coming into them.
10. Weigh metered seed.
11. Subtract initial weight of container (tare weight).
SeedWeight TotalWeight ContainerWeight–=
For example:
Drill: 2510HDF-2910
Seed: Millet
Target population: 5 pounds per acre
Rate Handle from chart:
between 30 and 35, approximately 34
Assume empty ContainerWeight of:
0.8 pounds
From table, rotations per acre is:
214
For a 25-foot drill, tire rpm for 5 mph is:
52
Assume container plus seed weighs:
1.25 pounds
SeedWeight: (pounds)
1.25 - 0.8 = 0.45
12. Divide by three.
PoundsPerCup
SeedWeight
---------------------------- -
=
3
PoundsPerCup:
0.5 ÷ 3 = 0.15
13. Multiply by the number of openers on your drill to
determine total pounds seeded per acre.
PoundsPerAcre PoundsPerCup OpenerCount×=
14. If this figure is different than desired, set your seed
rate adjustment handle accordingly.
15. Configure other Small Seeds box to match.
Note: You may want to repeat the calibration procedure if
your results vary greatly from seed rate chart.
PoundsPerAcre:
0.15 x 29 = 4.35
Target was 5.0 pounds per acre.
Result is 13% low.
Adjust handle up by 4 (13% of 34)
to a Seed Rate Handle setting of:
38
When drilling, check seeding rate by noting acres drilled,
amount of seed added to drill and seed level in drill box.
If you are seeding more or less than desired, adjust
seeding rate slightly to compensate for field conditions.
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Fertilizer Rate
Fertilizer rate is controlled by:
• Rate adjuster setting
Fertilizer rate is independent of the Drive Type used for
main seed box planting. The fertilizer cups do not have
doors to adjust.
Before setting the rate, raise the drill and rotate the
gauge wheels. Check that meters, tubes and drives are
working properly and are free from foreign material.
The procedure for setting the fertilizer rate is:
1. Know your material density. If it is substantially different from the material used to generate the charts,
apply a correction factor before selecting the initial
rate from the charts.
2. Consult the fertilizer rate chart for desired
applications density (pounds/acre or kg/hectare).
The chart provides the initial adjuster setting.
3. Configure the adjuster on one or both sides of the
drill.
4. Calibrate the drill for your specific material.
5. Set both rate adjusters identically.
Setting the Fertilizer Adjuster
Chemical Hazard: Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous.
Improper use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants,
soil and property.
▲ Do not use liquid treatments with drill.
▲ Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions.
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
▲ Never drain, rinse or wash dispensers within 100 feet (30m)
of a freshwater source, nor at a car wash.
▲ Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by chemi-
cal manufacturer.
▲ Dispose of empty chemical containers properly. Laws gen-
erally require power rinsing or rinsing three times, followed
by perforation of the container to prevent re-use.
Refer to Figure 30
Each fertilizer box has its own adjuster, located near box
center. Position the adjuster to the rate from the fertilizer
Chart in the Seed Rate manual.
To adjust:
1. Rotate the adjuster knob located to the right of the
2
scale . Rotate counter-clockwise to increase rate.
1
The knob stays at your setting due to springs clamping a nut at the left end of the shaft.
2. Rotate the adjuster until indicator is about 10 past
2
the desired value, then move it back to the desired
value.
Figure 30
Fertilizer Rate Adjuster
1
2
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Fertilizer Density Correction
The Fertilizer Rate charts in the Seed Rate manual are
based on a StandardDensity of:
65 pounds/cu-ft or
Example Fertilizer Density Correction
Drill: 2010HDF-2410
Desired Application Rate (ActualRate): 60 lbs/ac
1.04 kg/liter.
If your material is substantially different, and/or if you
don’t intend to calibrate, calculate a CorrectedRate
before consulting the rate chart.
1. Obtain your material density from the packaging. If it
Fertilizer Density:
42 pounds per cubic foot.
is not documented, you will need to weigh a known
volume of it, and convert the results to
pounds-per-cubic-foot or kilograms-per-liter.
2. Compute the correction factor.
StandardDensity
CorrectionFactor
-------------------------------------
=
YourDensity
CorrectionFactor:
65 ÷ 42 = 1.55
CorrectedRate:
3. Apply the correction factor to your desired
60 x 1.55 = 93 (pounds/acre)
application rate.
CorrectedRate ActualRate CorrectionFactor×=
The closest chart rate to 93 is 92.
Use adjuster setting: 50
4. Look up the setting for the CorrectedRate in the
Fertilizer Rate chart.
5. The CorrectedRate is used only to obtain an initial
setup for the rate adjuster. Calibrate to your real field
rate (the ActualRate).
Fertilizer Rate Calibration
Calibration is strongly recommended. Fertilizer density
and can granularity can be substantially different from
the material used to generate the chart.
Refer to sample data and formulas at right.
1. Consult the rate chart for your material (after correcting for density, if that step was completed).
2. Set rate adjuster on one of the drill boxes.
3. Record weight of an empty container large enough
to hold material metered for one acre for three rows.
4. Place several pounds of material over three fertilizer
cups on an outside end of a drill box. Pull delivery
tubes off of these three openers and route them to
container.
5. Raise the drill.
6. Rotate gauge wheel or calibration crank a few turns
to confirm gearbox has engaged and to confirm that
the fertilizer paths are free from foreign matter.
7. Turn gauge wheel several times to fill fertilizer cups
with material. Turn wheel until material falls from
each cup. Place materials collected so far back in
box.
For example:
Drill: 2010HDF-2410
Assuming the material density corrected earlier:
ActualRate: 60 (pounds/acre)
CorrectedRate: 93
Rate Adjuster setting from chart:
50
Assume empty ContainerWeight of:
1.1 pounds
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8. Rotate gauge wheel until one acre has been tallied
(see table on page 30). Simulate field speed.
Note: You can also rotate the gauge wheel jackshaft by
means of a wrench or socket, on the drill side that
does not have the acremeter. If turning the gauge
wheel jackshaft, count tire rotations, as the axle
and jackshaft sprockets are not 1:1.
9. Check that the three seed cups have ample seed
coming into them.
10. Weigh metered seed.
11. Subtract initial weight of container (tare weight).
SeedWeight TotalWeight ContainerWeight–=
12. Divide by three.
SeedWeight
---------------------------- -
PoundsPerCup
=
3
13. Multiply by the number of openers on your drill to
determine total pounds seeded per acre.
PoundsPerAcre PoundsPerCup OpenerCount×=
14. If this figure is different than desired, set your
fertilizer rate adjuster accordingly.
Note: You may want to repeat the calibration procedure if
your results vary greatly from the rate chart.
When drilling, check material rate by noting acres drilled,
amount of material added to drill and material level in drill
box. If you are applying more or less than desired, adjust
rate slightly to compensate for field conditions.
From table, rotations per acre is:
268
For a 20-foot drill, tire rpm for 5 mph is:
66
Assume container plus material weighs:
7.3 pounds
SeedWeight:
7.3 - 1.1 = 6.2
PoundsPerCup:
6.2 ÷ 3 = 2.1
PoundsPerAcre:
2.1 x 24 = 49.6
Actual Target was 60 pounds per acre.
Result is 17% low.
Change adjuster up by 8.5 (17% of 50)
to a Fertilizer Rate Adjuster setting of:
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Row Unit Adjustments
Refer to Figure 31
(which depicts a row unit fully populated with all optional accessories supported for use with the 1510HDF, 2010HDF &
2510HDF)
From front to back, a Great Plains 10HD Series row unit
can include the following capabilities (some optional):
1. Unit-Mounted Coulter (UMC): optional
UMCs are used instead of frame-mounted coulters
and are often preferred where soils are not rocky.
2. Dual Down Pressure Springs: standard
Each row unit is mounted on the drill via parallel
arms which allow the row unit to independently move
up and down while remaining parallel to the ground.
The adjustable spring provides the force to get the
row unit and attachments into the soil.
3. Row Unit Spring Cam: standard
This adjustment sets the down-force used by the row
unit. See “Row Unit Down Pressure” on page 43.
4. Row-Unit Lock-Up: hole standard, pin optional
If rows are shut off with seed tube plugs, row unit
wear can be reduced by locking them up. Row Unit
Lock-Up.
5. Disc Blades: standard, 2 per row unit
Double disc blades open a furrow, creating the seed
bed. Spacers adjust the blades for a clean furrow.
See “Disk Blade Adjustments” on page 46.
6. Scraper Separator: standard
No adjustments are necessary.
7. Seed delivery tube: standard
No adjustments are necessary.
8. Seed firmer:
reduces seed bounce and aids emergence by
pressing seed gently into the furrow.
2
1
3
4
7
5
6
Figure 31
10HD Series Row Unit
9
7
8
9
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A seed flap (not shown) is standard.
Keeton seed firmer (not shown)
Improves seed-soil contact, and provides a stable
arm for a low-rate liquid fertilizer delivery tube. See
“Keeton Seed Firmer Adjustment” on page 47.
Seed-Lok™ firming wheel (shown)
Improves seed-soil contact. See “Seed-Lok™ Seed
Firmer Lock-Up” on page 47.
9. Press wheels: standard (choice of types)
These close the seed trench. The wheels also
support the free end of the row unit, and provide the
primary control over seeding depth. See “Opener
Depth (Press Wheel Height)” on page 48.
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the ground. To do so will cause severe damage and row unit
plugging.
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Unit-Mounted Coulter Adjustments
Unit-mounted coulters are an optional alternative to
frame-mounted coulters. Only one type of coulter may be
installed. See page 65 for ordering information.
Note: Unit-Mount Coulters are not factory-installed.
Check alignment and depth prior to first use.
Coulter Depth Adjustment
The ideal operating depth for unit-mounted coulters is
1
⁄
in above opener depth. Although they may have
4
originally been set to this depth, coulter (and opener)
blades wear with time, and may need adjusting.
Adjusting the coulter depth is accomplished by
re-mounting the coulter blade in one of the six mounting
holes arranged in a staggered pattern in the coulter
bracket.
Refer to Figure 32 and Figure 33
Raise drill and install cylinder locks before working on
coulters. Row unit may be fully lowered or locked up. Do
not attempt to move blade when the current or new
position causes it to contact the ground during the
adjustment. Be careful around the front end of row units.
Coulter blades may be sharp.
Figure 32
10HD Series Unit-Mounted Coulter
7
22817
To adjust coulter depth:
1. Determine the present opener and coulter depths.
2. Note which bracket hole the coulter is presently
using.
3. Determine which new hole will position the coulter
closer to the
4. Remove the
1
⁄
in-above depth. See the table below.
4
5
⁄
-11 x 4in bolt, lock washer and nut (
8
in Figure 32).
5. Move the blade to the new position. Insert the bolt,
and tighten on the lock washer and nut.
Hole
No.
2
3
5
1
4
6
Depth of (new) coulter blade relative
to (new) opener blades
1in above
5
⁄
in above
8
1
⁄
in above
4
0 (factory standard hole)
3
⁄
in below
8
3
⁄
in below
4
2
3
5
1
4
7
6
Figure 33
Coulter Blade Mounting Holes
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Coulter Row Alignment
Refer to Figure 34
For both frame- and unit-mounted coulters, the ideal
alignment is for the blade to prepare a furrow directly
ahead of the opener discs.
As a check on coarse alignment, sight along the coulter
blade centerline , the gap between the opener blades
2 3
, and the centerline between the press wheels . If
they are clearly out of alignment, either the coulter or the
press wheels (or both) may be in need of adjustment.
The exacting test of correct alignment is field results.
Operate the drill on some test ground (no seed required),
and verify that the opener blades are in the groove
opened by the coulter.
1
1
2
3
Refer to Figure 35
To adjust unit-mounted coulter alignment, loosen the four
4
bolts that attach its bracket to the row unit. The holes
on the row unit are slotted, side-to-side, and allow the
coulter bracket sideways and rotational adjustment.
Keep the coulter blade vertical while adjusting.
If the blade cannot be brought into alignment, check that
the blade spindle itself is using the same hole location on
each side of the bracket.
Figure 34
10HD Series Coulter Alignment
4
Figure 35
10HD Series Coulter Mount
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Row Unit Down Pressure
Refer to Figure 36
The ideal amount of down-force causes the press wheels
to compress any loose surface soil, but not press a
trench into subsoil.
To assess down-force, operate the drill for a short
distance on typical ground (with or without seeding), and
stop. Leave the drill lowered (row units in ground).
At several row units, inspect the furrow created by the
opener discs and closed by the press wheels.
Note: Be sure to inspect rows both in and out of tire
tracks.
Inspect Furrow Here
{
Refer to Figure 37
1. If the press wheels are leaving no tracks, or light
tracks, increase down-force.
2. If the wheels are compressing trash and loose soil,
and leaving clear tracks right at the top of the
subsoil, down-force is probably correct and needs no
adjustment.
3. If the wheels are creating a trench into the subsoil,
down-force is too high and needs to be reduced.
Adjusting Row Unit Down Force
The springs allow the row units to float down into
depressions and up over obstructions.
With Frame-Mounted Coulters:
With frame-mounted coulters, the seed trench is
primarily opened by the coulters. Row unit springs
provide only additional assistance needed to make a
furrow “V” shaped and ensure furrow closure by the
press wheels.
Often, the rows may be run at the minimum spring
setting, other than in tire tracks, which commonly need
some adjustment.
If trench depth is not being achieved across all rows,
adjust the force and/or depth of the coulters before
making row unit spring adjustments.
With Unit-Mounted Coulters (or no coulters):
Without frame-mounted coulters, the row unit springs
provide the primary down force for cutting through
residue and opening the seed trench.
Figure 36
Checking Furrow
Light or no press wheel
tracks
Press wheel(s) compress
loose soil only
Press wheel(s)
making deep tracks
Figure 37
Assessing Down-force
Insufficient down-force
Increase down-force
1
Ideal
No adjustment required
2
Down-force too high
Reduce down-force
3
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10HDP Series Down-Pressure
Refer to Figure 38
An adjuster cam sets row unit spring down pressure
individually for each row unit. This is useful for
penetrating hard soil and planting in tire tracks.
The notes in the left table below are based on a fluted
feed drill without coulters. About 120 pounds (54 kg) of
the down-force is the weight of the row unit itself. The
additional force is due to the springs lifting against the
1
mass of the fluted feed drill.
Test, without seeding, in your conditions, to determine
optimal down-force settings.
To adjust down pressure, use an adjustable or open-end
11⁄8inch (29 mm) wrench.
1. Raise the fluted feed drill. Although this adjustment
can be made with the fluted feed drill lowered, the
springs will be in tension, and will require more
effort. The extra force required may also damage
tools.
6
2. Put tractor in Park and shut it off.
3. Position wrench on hex nut weldment.
4. Pull upper spring link back.
5. Move the adjustment cam to the new setting on the
spring adjust bar.
Figure 38: 10HDP:
Row Unit Minimum (one)
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and Maximum (six)
2-Spring 10HD Cam Down-Force Settings
These settings apply to 2009+ fluted feed drills, or
updated older fluted feed drills, that have two parallel
arm springs per row.
Cam Notch Pounds Kilograms
zero (out of notch) Lock-Up & Maintenance
one 125 55
two 140 60
three 155 70
four 185 85
five 215 100
six 245 110
tip Do Not Use
a. Contac your Great Plains dealer for update kit information.
36026
4-Spring 10HD Cam Down-Force Settings
These settings apply to older fluted feed drills, not yet
updateda, that have four parallel arm springs per row.
Cam Notch Pounds Kilograms
zero (out of notch) Lock-Up & Maintenance
one 250 115
two 275 125
three 310 140
four 370 170
five 430 195
six 490 220
tip Do Not Use
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Note: With 4-spring rows, do not set all rows so high that
planting becomes uneven or gauge wheels lift off
ground.
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Row Unit Shut-Off
To shut off seed flow to individual rows, such as to
operate with half row spacing, there are three steps
involved:
Refer to Figure 39
1. Block the seed flow to the row with an optional seed
tube plug. See page 62 for ordering.
2. Re-calculate the drill’s swath, and check for any
changes needed to:
marker extension (see page 21) and
calibration (revolutions per acre, see page 31)).
Refer to Figure 40
3. Reduce needless wear on the unused rows by
locking them up.
Note: When not locked-up, store the pins in the top hole
1
of the mount.
Row Unit Lock-Up
When seeding is blocked, individual row 10HD Series
row units can be locked up to reduce wear. The opener
shank has a hole in the opener shank that accepts an
optional pin to block parallel arm movement. See
2
3
page 64 for pin ordering information.
1. Raise the drill. Although this adjustment can be
made with the drill lowered, the springs will be in tension, and will require more effort. The extra force
may also damage tools.
2. Set the down pressure springs to the minimum cam
4
setting, per the instructions on page 43.
Figure 39
Block Seed Tubes
1
4
6
2
5
26279
3
Crushing and Sharp Object Hazard:
Do not attempt to lift the row unit by hand. The weight of the
unit, plus the force of the springs (even at minimum) is too
great (plus, a free hand is needed for pin insertion). Even with
Figure 40
10HD Ready for Lock-Up
27226
27227
multiple people lifting, hand-lifting is unsafe - there are
numerous sharp edges, and the row unit will snap down violently if a grip is lost.
3. Raise the row unit high enough that the hole for
the pin is above the lower parallel arm. This can be
done in several ways, including:
a. use a hoist at the rear of the shank
5
b. use a jack under the shank extension
2
Pinch/Crush Hazard and Machine Damage Risk:Raising a
row unit on a block by lowering the drill is risky. Full lowering
can easily damage components, and hydraulic failure is a
safety hazard.
c. place a block under the row, and lower drill
4. Remove the pin from the storage hole . Insert it in
the lock-up hole . Secure it with the cotter pin .
2 6
5. Lower row unit until lower parallel arm rests on
1
Machine Damage Risk: Do not pin the row unit while it is in
the lowered position. If the pin is inserted below the parallel
arm, unit damage will occur when planting begins.
lock-up pin.
6. Repeat for all rows needing lock-up.
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Disk Blade Adjustments
Opener disc angle and stagger is not adjustable, but
disc-to-disc spacing is, and may need attention as discs
experience normal wear. Spacers will need to be reset
when blades are replaced.
Refer to Figure 41
The ideal spacing causes the blades to be in contact for
about one inch. If you insert two pieces of notebook
paper between the blades, the gap between them should
be 0 to 1.75in (0-4.4cm).
If the contact region is significantly larger or smaller (or
there is no contact at all), it needs to be adjusted by
moving one or more spacer washers. If the contact
region varies with blade rotation, one or both blades is
likely bent and in need of replacement.
Adjusting Disc Contact
Row unit disk blades may be sharp. Use caution when making
adjustments in this area.
Figure 41
Checking Disk Contact
26447
Refer to Figure 42
1. Raise the drill and install the transport locks.
2. Remove the bolt retaining the opener disc on one
side. Carefully remove the disc, noting how many
spacers are outside the disk and inside the disk. Do
not lose the hub components and spacer washers.
3. To reduce the spacing between the discs (the normal
case), move one spacer washer from the inside to
the outside of the disc.
4. Re-assemble and check disc contact.
2
1
3
3
3
3
Figure 42
Adjusting Disk Spacers
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Seed Firmer Adjustments
10HD Series row units include a seed flap, or one of two
optional seed firmers.
The seed flap requires no adjustment, but may need to
be replaced if worn, and may need to be shortened if an
optional seed firmer is added after initial delivery.
Row unit disk blades may be sharp. Use caution when making
adjustments in this area. To adjust the Keeton Seed Firmer,
lower the drill until the disks of the row units are resting on the
ground.
Keeton Seed Firmer Adjustment
The optional Keeton Seed Firmer is an engineered
polymer shape that slides down the seed trench. It traps
seeds as they exit the seed tube and firms them into the
bottom of the “V”.
Refer to Figure 43
The Firmer is provided with a preset tension which is
recommended for using the first year. The tension screw
1
can be tightened in subsequent years according to
your needs. Firmers should provide just enough tension
to push seeds to the bottom of the trench.
Seed-Lok™ Seed Firmer Lock-Up
Optional Seed-Lok firming wheels provide additional
seed-to-soil contact. The wheels are spring loaded and
do not require adjusting. In some wet and sticky
conditions the wheels may accumulate soil. To avoid
problems associated with this, you can lock-up the
firmers.
Refer to Figure 44 (which depicts a row unit with the opener
blades removed for clarity)
To lock up Seed-Lock wheels:
1. Pull firming-wheel arm up as high as possible.
2. Flip the lock tip to hold the arm up.
2
1
Figure 43
Keeton Seed Firmer
2
1
26390
1
Figure 44
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Seed-Lok™ Lock-Up
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Press Wheel Adjustments
Opener Depth (Press Wheel Height)
Seeding depth on 1510HDF, 2010HDF & 2510HDF is set
by frame-mounted coulter depth (if installed) and row unit
depth. Set frame height (page 15) before making row
unit depth adjustments.
10HD Series press wheel height is a stop adjustment
and not a spring adjustment. It establishes a fixed
relationship between opener depth and the closed-furrow
surface at the press wheel
Refer to Figure 45
Set opener seeding depth by adjusting press-wheel
height . To adjust, first raise openers slightly, then lift
and slide T handles on top of openers. Initially adjust
all press wheels to the same height. Individual rows
running in tire tracks may need to be set deepera.
• For more shallow seeding, slide T handles forward
• For deeper seeding, slide T handles backward
If press wheels are lifting off ground, check front-to-back
level, and increase row unit spring down force.
If press wheels are digging into ground, reduce spring
down force at the row units.
1
toward drill.
away from drill.
2
F
B
Figure 45
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Initial Opener Depth
Press Wheel Spacing
Double V Press Wheel Adjustment
1
4
Refer to Figure 46
The double-V closing wheels can be moved inward
1
and outward to alter how they close the seed trench and
press soil over the seed.
To move the wheels in toward the center of the trench,
remove one of the
1
⁄
in (6.4mm) spacer bushings next
4
2
to the press wheel arm and position it under the head of
the hex head cap screw .
3
On wider row spacings the closing wheels can be moved
outward by relocating the spacers to the inside, next to
the press wheel arm .
a. If frame-mounted coulters are installed, adjust them for tire tracks before adjust T-handles. The coulter depth adjustment may be all
that’s required to compensate for tracks.
4
2
3
Figure 46
Double-V Press Wheels
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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
Check for plugging in seed cups.
Check for plugging in seed tubes.
Reduce ground speed.
Uneven seed spacing or uneven
stand
Opener disks not turning freely
Actual metering rate is different
than desired
Acremeter does not measure
accurately
Press wheels not compacting the
soil as desired
Excessive seed cracking
Check if opener disks are turning freely.
Use faster drive type and position seed rate handle to a lower setting.
Increase opener spring pressure to penetrate low spots. See “Row Unit
Down Pressure” on page 43.
Check for trash or mud build-up on Seed-Lok wheels.
Check disk bearings.
Check spreader-scraper for mud build-up and that disks are not binding
against it. See “Disk Spreader-Scraper” on page 55.
Check opener frame for damage.
If opener disks turn freely by hand but not in field, reduce down pressure
on disk opener. See “Row Unit Down Pressure” on page 43.
Check press wheel adjustment. See “Press Wheel Adjustments” on
page 48.
Check tire pressure. Proper inflation is listed on the “Tire Inflation Chart”
on page 68.
Check tire size. See “Specifications and Capacities” on page 66.
Regularly clean seed treatment from seed cups.
Check drill box setting.
See “Material Rate Adjustments” on page 30.
Check tire pressure. Proper inflation is listed on the “Tire Inflation Chart”
on page 68.
Check tire size. Proper size is 9.5L x 15 for 15 foot drills and 11L x 15 for
20 foot and 24 foot drills.
Check planting operation for excessive overlap or gaps between passes.
Consider soil conditions. Loose soil and slippage will cause variations in
acres registered.
Check that acremeter is correct for width of drill. Refer to the parts manual.
Check press wheel adjustment. See “Press Wheel Adjustments” on
page 48.
Increase down pressure on disk openers. See “Row Unit Down Pres-
sure” on page 43.
Use slower drive type and position seed rate handle to higher setting.
Position seed cup handle to a lower notch.
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Problem Solution
Drill boxes not emptying evenly
Press wheel or openers plugging
Seed cup sprockets locked up or
twisted seed cup drive shaft
Drill is not pulling level (parallel to
ground, front to rear)
Gauge wheel leans to left or right
Hydraulic marker functioning
improperly
Marker blade does not mark
Chain-debris/retainer clip
Certain models do not have the same number of cups between each
divider of bulkhead. The section with more cups will empty sooner.
Consider soil conditions - may be too damp or wet.
Reduce down pressure on openers. See “Row Unit Down Pressure”on
page 43.
Do not back up or allow drill to roll backward with openers in the ground.
Check Seed-Lok wheels. If conditions are too wet, you may need to
remove the wheels.
Check for foreign material stuck in the seed cup sprockets.
Check for dried liquid insecticide in seed cups. Remove the build-up by
disassembling seed cups and scraping the foreign substance from the
turning surfaces.
Readjust top hitch link to level drill.
If using pull-package or hitch equipped with a telescoping top link,
increase opener spring pressure to rock drill forward. See “Row Unit
Down Pressure” on page 43.
Realign brackets where gauge wheel is attached to main frame by adjusting U-bolts.
Check if axle bearings are securely attached to gauge wheel arm.
Check all hose fittings and connections for air or oil leaks.
Check that the chain on the folding marker is slack when the marker is
both fully extended and raised. See “Marker Chain Adjustment” on
page 20.
Check tractor hydraulic oil level.
Check all bolts and fasteners.
Open needle valve, cycle markers slowly and reset needle valve if
plugged.
Check that the marker folding linkage has enough slack to allow the
marker disk to drop into field depressions. Maximum down float should be
limited by the slot at the rod end of the marker cylinder - not by the chain.
See “Marker Setup” on page 20.
Reverse the blade to pull or throw dirt. See “Marker Adjustments” on
page 29.
Be sure retainer clip is facing opposite way of chain travel.
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Maintenance and Lubrication
Marker Maintenance
See also:
Setup:
“Marker Chain Adjustment” on page 20
“Marker Extension Setup” on page 21
Adjustments:
“Marker Disk Angle” on page 29
“Marker Extension Adjustment” on page 21
“Marker Speed” on page 29
Marker Shear Bolt
The marker arm is attached to marker body with a shear
2
bolt , which is intended to fail if the marker strikes an
obstruction, allowing the marker to swing back around a
second bolt .
If the shear bolt breaks, replace it with an equivalent bolt,
which is one of:
3
⁄<denominator>8-16x1
802-253C) or
3
⁄<denominator>8-16x2in Grade 2 bolt (Great Plains
802-266C).
If that size is not available in your local market, substitute
an M10x1.5 Class 5.8 metric bolt and nut.
Note: Replacing the bolt with a lower grade/class, or
3
3
⁄
in Grade 2 bolt (Great Plains
4
smaller size, can result in nuisance shears.
Figure 47
Marker Shear Bolt
3
2
15669
Machine Damage Risk: Replacing the bolt with a higher
grade/class can result in marker damage.
Marker Disk Grease Seal
Refer to Figure 48
If grease-seal cap for marker-disk-hub bearings is
damaged or missing, disassemble and clean hub.
Repack with grease and install a new seal or grease cap.
1
1
Figure 48
Marker Bearing and Cap
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Bleeding Marker Hydraulics
To function properly, the hydraulics must be free of air. If
hydraulics have not been bled, they will operate with
jerky, uneven motions and could cause markers to drop
rapidly during folding or unfolding. If hydraulics were not
bled during initial implement setup or if you replace a
part in hydraulic system during the life of the drill,
complete the following procedures.
High Pressure Fluid Hazard: Escaping fluid under pressure
can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard
by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Use
a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check
for suspected leaks. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses
or goggles when working with hydraulic systems. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. If an accident occurs,
seek immediate medical treatment from a physician familiar
with this type of injury.
Bleed only at:
JIC (Joint Industry Conference, 37° flare) or
NPT (National Pipe Thread, tapered thread) fittings.
Never bleed at:
ORB (O-Ring Boss) or
QD (Quick Disconnect) fittings.
Refer to Figure 49
1. Extend a marker on one side.
2. Disconnect the rod end at the marker arm.
3. Support the cylinder so that the rod cannot strike
anything over its full range of travel.
4. Supply oil until the rod is fully retracted.
5. Set circuit to neutral.
6. Carefully crack the JIC fitting at the base end inlet.
7. Supply oil to Extend until the fitting seeps. Set circuit
to neutral and tighten fitting.
8. Supply oil until the rod is fully extended. Set circuit to
neutral.
9. Carefully crack JIC fitting at rod end of cylinder.
10. Supply oil to Retract until fitting seeps. Set circuit to
neutral and tighten fitting.
11. Adjust rod extension and re-pin.
12. Repeat bleeding for other marker side.
Machine Damage Risk: JIC fittings do not require high
torque. JIC and O-ring fittings do not require sealant.
Always use liquid pipe sealant when adding or replacing
(NPT) pipe-thread fittings. To avoid cracking hydraulic fittings from over tightening, and to keep tape fragments from
clogging filters, do not use plastic sealant tape.
Figure 49
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Marker Cylinder Bleed
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Marker Transport Carrier
When marker is folded, the second section should be
centered in transport carrier saddle and be parallel with
top of drill box.
Refer to Figure 50
To adjust height of saddle, loosen
1
⁄
x2in U-bolts that
2
1
hold carrier tube to mounting bracket. Slide carrier tube
up or down as needed.
1
Seed Box Maintenance
Main Box Cleanout
Refer to Figure 51, which depicts the seed cup door handle
in a normal operating position.
1. Set the Seed Rate Handle to zero (0) for the section
of the drill to be cleaned out. This moves the seed
cup sprockets out of the seed path.
2. Position a tarp or bucket under each row or set of
rows to be cleaned out.
3. At the seed cup for that row, pull the door handle
out of the operating detent range, and swing it down
to position .
2
4. Open the main seed box and use a small brush to
sweep seed toward seed cups set to clean-out. If
seed does not flow freely, inspect seed cup, hose
and seed tubes for obstructions.
5. Wash out the seed box with high pressure water.
Prop the lid slightly open until dry.
It is not necessary to operate the seed meter drive shaft
for clean-out. With the Seed Rate set to zero, nothing
moves inside the seed cups; however, an inspection of
the flutes for excess wear and damage does require
shaft rotation.
Set the Seed Rate Handles to 100. With openers raised,
each gauge wheel can be slowly turned by one person,
while another inspects the flutes from the open seed
boxes.
1
Figure 50
15632
Marker Transport Carrier
1
1
2
Figure 51
Seed Cup Cleanout
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Small Seeds Cleanout
1. Open lid of each box and scoop out as much seed as
possible.
2. To recover remaining seed, place a collection tarp
under the seed tubes at the openers.
3. Raise drill.
4. Set seed rate handles to 100.
5. Rotate gauge wheels until no seed flows.
6. If a vacuum cleaner is available, remove any residual
seed from top of meters.
Fertilizer Cleanout
Fertilizers often contain chemicals corrosive to metal.
Although stainless steel is used extensively in the
fertilizer meter assembly, it is not used above it. After
applying fertilizer, empty and clean drill boxes as soon as
possible.
Clean out doors are provided.
Refer to Figure 52
1. With a small scoop or can, remove as much fertilizer
as possible from drill boxes.
2. The clean-out releases material across the entire
length of a section box. Have collection equipment
prepared.
3. Release all clean-out latches on a drill section, and
open clean-out door. Leave door open until after
washout.
4. Wash inside of drill boxes with water under high
pressure.
5. Let drill boxes dry before closing clean-out doors.
Figure 52
A Fertilizer Cleanout Latch
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Row Unit Maintenance
Disk Spreader-Scraper
Note: It is normal for blade spreader to have some loose-
ness in the holder and between the blades. Some
looseness is required for proper operation.
Refer to Figure 53
To perform this inspection (and replacement), it may be
necessary to remove one or both opener disk blades.
1. With unit raised, remove bolt holding on one or
both blades.
Note: Keep the spacer washers on the outside of the
disk on the bolt. Do not misplace the spacers on
the insider of the disk. They control disk-to-disk
contact.
2. Check blade spreader for wear. Replace spreader
assembly if the lower section ahead of the seed
tube bracket is
3. To replace, remove seed tube , drive out roll pins
7
and install new spreader.
4. When reinstalling disk blades, put spacers back on in
same order as removed.
1
4
⁄
in (13mm) thick or narrower.
2
1
2
3
5
6
Seed Flap Replacement
Refer to Figure 54
To replace a seed flap use a needle nose or similar
tool and squeeze the tabs together. Pull plastic seed
1 3
flap down out of metal bracket .
Push new seed flap up through metal bracket until
2
tabs on seed flap snap in place.
1
2
1 3
6
3
2
7
1
4
5
Figure 53
10HD Spreader/Scraper
27228
2
2
3
1
Figure 54
Seed Tube Flap
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Lubrication
Intervals
Multi-purpose
spray lubricant
Multi-purpose
grease lubricant
Multi-purpose
oil lubricant
Inspection
34208
(operating hours)
50
at which service
is required
Gauge Wheel Arm Pivots
15
2 zerks each pivot;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity: Until grease emerges
Marker Hinge Points
18267
25
3 zerks per marker (at the center of each hinge tube);
6 total
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity: Until grease emerges
Main Seed Cup Drive Shaft Sprocket
50
2 sliding sprockets per box - one each side;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Oil
Quantity: Coat thoroughly
Move the Seed Rate adjustment handle back and forth to
get oil back into the square bore. Do this with no seed in
seed box, or handle may be difficult to return to zero.
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Small Seeds Meter Shaft Bearing
25
1 zerks per shaft, drive end;
2 total
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity: Until grease emerges
27224
Fertilizer Shaft Bearings
25
1 zerk at each shaft end, 2 per shaft;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity: Until grease emerges
Fertilizer Felt Barrier Seals
30
1 seal at each shaft end, 2 per shaft;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Oil
Quantity: Soak seal
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Gauge Wheel & Main Box Chains
As
Required
4 chains, 1 each side; 8 total
Remove chain guard for access to lower chain.
Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube
Quantity = Coat thoroughly
Note: Lubricate chains any time there is a chance of
moisture, and when being stored at the end of the
planting season.
26252
Second Box Chains
As
Required
With Fertilizer or Small Seed
3 chains per side;
6 total
Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube
Quantity = Coat thoroughly
Note: Lubricate chains any time there is a chance of
moisture, and when being stored at the end of the
planting season.
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Third Box Chains
As
Required
Small Seed with Fertilizer also installed
2 chains per side;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube
Quantity = Coat thoroughly
Note: Lubricate chains any time there is a chance of
moisture, and when being stored at the end of the
planting season.
Single Gauge Wheel Bearings
Seasonally
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2 races each wheel;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity: Repack
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Offset Single Gauge Wheel Bearings
Seasonally
2 races each wheel;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity: Repack
24322
Dual Gauge Wheel Bearings
Seasonally
2 races each gauge wheel assembly;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity: Repack
Marker Disk Bearings
Seasonally
2 races each marker;
4 total
Type of Lubrication: Grease
Quantity: Repack
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Options
Accessory Hitches
An accessory hitch converts a 3-point drill to a pull-type
drill. In addition to any other capabilities of the hitch, this
allows use of the drill with a tractor that can pull the drill
but not lift it, or a tractor that is not 3-point.
Accessory hitches also include or support other
capabilities. The Sub-Soiler Hitch, model SSH, may be
used with most 3-point drills.
Hitches are a separate product line, with options of their
own. Consult your Great Plains dealer for detailed
configuration and ordering information.
Operations are described in the Hitch Operator’s manual.
Hitch Setback Kit
This accessory extends the 3-point hitch to eliminate
interference with the SSH auxiliary hitch when the drill
has 25 Series or 10 Series HD openers with
unit-mounted coulters.
21595
Description Part Number
25 SERIES SSH SETBACK KIT 118-130A
Gauge Wheels
Gauge wheel choices may include:
• Single-wheel,
• Offset single wheel, and;
• Dual-wheel.
Availability depends on drill model and row spacing, and
whether the spacing is single or twin-row.
Initial Order Option
Drill Model Single Offset Dual
1510HDF-1810 (55) N/A
1510HDF-2475 N/A (55) N/A
2010HDF-2410 (55) N/A (56)
2010HDF-3275 (55) N/A (56)
2510HDF-2015 (55) N/A (56)
2510HDF-20TR30 (55) N/A N/A
2510HDF-2910 (55) N/A (56)
2510HDF-4075 (55) N/A (56)
26225
26215
Single Offset Single Dual
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Markers
Dual independent markers and dual sequenced markers
are available for all models. A kit is available to convert
independent models to sequenced operation.
Drill-mounted markers may be incompatible with a PFH
accessory hitch. For those PFH configurations, use a
hitch-mounted marker, or a Hitch Offset kit.
Marker Package Part Number
15-Foot Dual, Independent 113-703A
15-Foot Dual, Sequenced 113-692A
20-Foot Dual, Independent 113-803A
20-Foot Dual, Sequenced 113-611A
25-Foot Dual, Independent 113-703A
25-Foot Dual, Sequenced 113-704A
Sequence Valve Kit 133-466A
For operations, see:
“Marker Extension Setup” on page 21,
“Marker Operations” on page 25,
“Marker Adjustments” on page 29, and
“Marker Maintenance” on page 51.
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Seed Tube Plugs
This plug stops seed flow from the main seed box at the
top of a seed tube. It prevents flow independently of the
sliding sprocket in the seed cup. Order one per row to set
inactive.
Description Part Number
Seed tube plug 817-087C
If rows are shut off with seed tube plugs, you can reduce
unnecessary wear on the unused row units by locking
them up. See “Lock-Up Pins” on page 64.
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Fertilizer
Fertilizer may be applied during planting in two ways:
1. Dry granular fertilizer, delivered in row, from an
optional fertilizer box. This is available for 15- and
20-foot models only.
2. Liquid fertilizer from a leading hitch or a
user-provisioned tractor-mounted system, delivered
in row by tubing, such as via Keeton seed firmers
(see page 47).
Fertilizer Box
1510HDF and 2010HDF models offer an optional box
and independent metering system for dry granular
fertilizer.
If installed on a drill with the optional Small Seeds
Attachment (see page 64), the Small Seeds option must
contain a Y-tube to deliver fertilizer.
Order the fertilizer box as an option on the original drill
order. It is factory-installed.
Drill Model Fertilizer Option
1510HDF-1810 (41)
1510HDF-2475 (41)
2010HDF-2410 (41)
2010HDF-3275 (41)
For operations, see:
“Loading Materials” on page 24
“Fertilizer Rate” on page 37
“Fertilizer Cleanout” on page 54
Shaft Monitor
This kit provides a cab alarm in the event that a main box
seed meter shaft stops turning (which might result from
excess down-pressure lifting a gauge wheel, low tire
pressure, flat tire or chain break). Order one kit per drill.
Description Part Number
2-Channel Shaft Monitor 116-120A
See “Shaft Monitor Operation” on page 26 for
operations.
26472
27049
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Small Seeds
The Small Seeds attachment is a separate seed box with
independent drive and metering.
Order the Small Seeds Attachment as an option on the
original drill order. The option code depends on whether
or not Fertilizer is also installed on the same drill.
The Small Seeds option is factory-installed.
Fertilizer
Drill Model Without With
1510HDF (91) (93)
2010HDF (91) (93)
2510HDF (93) N/A
For operations, see:
“Loading Materials” on page 24
“Small Seeds Attachment Rate” on page 35
“Small Seeds Cleanout” on page 54
Without Fertilizer
12209
Row Unit Options
Lock-Up Pins
If rows are shut off with seed tube plugs (page 62), you
can reduce unnecessary wear on the unused row units
by locking them up. One one per row unit locked-up.
Description Part Number
PIN HITCH 1 X 6 W/HAIRPIN 805-033C
See “Row Unit Shut-Off” on page 45 for operations.
13736
With Fertilizer
27226
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10HD Unit-Mounted Coulters
Unit-mount coulters (UMCs) attach directly to the 10HD
row unit, and the coulter blade maintains a precise
relationship to the opener disk (seeding) depth.
UMCs are suitable for lighter no-till and conventional
tillage conditions. Their down-force is limited to what the
10HD row unit can provide. In challenging conditions,
use an accessories hitch with frame-mounted coulters.
UMCs are dealer-installed. Order one kit per row.
Coulter Kit
GP25S UMC 15" FLUTED BLD 204-616L
GP25S UMC 15" TURBO BLD 204-617L
For operation, see “Unit-Mounted Coulter
Adjustments” on page 41.
15in Coulter Blades
Blade
COULTER BLADE (FLUTED) 15" OD 820-331C
COULTER BLADE (TURBO) 15" OD 820-327C
Part
Number
Part
Number
Seed Firmers
The standard 1510HDF, 2010HDF & 2510HDF includes
seed flaps. A choice of firmers is an option in the product
bundles, or may be field-installed. Only one type of seed
firmer may be installed at the same time.
Keeton® Seed Firmer
Description Part Number
10HD Series 890-840C
25042
22817
27072
For operations, see “Seed Firmer Adjustments” on
page 47.
Seed-Lok® Seed Firmer
Keeton
Seed-Lok
Description Part Number
10HD Series 404-093K
For operations, see “Seed Firmer Adjustments” on
page 47.
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Appendix
Specifications and Capacities
15-Foot Model Specifications
1510HDF-1810 1510HDF-2475
Openers 10HD Series
Rows 18 24
Row Spacing 10in (25.4cm) 7.5in (19.1 cm)
Swath 180in 180in
Capacities: Main Seed Box
Small Seeds Box
Fertilizer
Tractor Requirements Category III and IV-N 3-Point Tractors
Hydraulic Circuits 0 Standard, 1 or 2 w/Optional Markers
Weight (empty, no markers or coulters) 4200 lbs (1905 kg) 4950 lbs (2245 kg)
Clearance {depends on 3-point hitch}
Height 6 ft 10in (208 cm)
Width 15ft 1in (4.6m)
Length 9ft 9in (2.97m)
Opener Travel 0-10in (0-25.4cm)
Opener Depth 0-3.5in (0-8.9cm)
Tire Size: Offset-Single Gauge Wheel 9.5Lx15 8-Ply
36 bu (1269 liter)
0.24/ft 3.6 bu (127 liter)
15 cu-ft (529 liter)
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20-Foot Model Specifications
2010HDF-2410 2010HDF-3275
Openers 10HD Series
Rows 24 32
Row Spacing 10in (24.5cm) 7.5in (19.1 cm)
Swath 240in 240in
Capacities: Main Seed Box
Small Seeds Box
Fertilizer
Tractor Requirements Category III and IV-N 3-Point Tractors
Hydraulic Circuits 0 Standard 1 or 2 w/Optional Markers
Weight (empty, no markers or coulters) 5860 lbs (2658 kg) 6820 lbs (3094 kg)
Clearance {depends on 3-point hitch}
Height 8 ft 4in (254 cm)
Width 21 ft (6.4m)
Length 9ft 9in (2.97m)
Opener Travel 0-6.5in (0-16.5cm)
Opener Depth 0-3.5in (0-8.9cm)
Tire Size: Single Gauge Wheel
Dual Gauge Wheel
48 bu (1691 liter)
0.24/ft 4.8 bu (169 liter)
20 cu-ft (705 liter)
11L-15SL 12-Ply Tubeless
11L-15SL 8-Ply
25-Foot Model Specifications
2510HDF-2015
Openers 10HD Series
Rows 20 20 Twin Pairs 29 40
Row Spacing 15in (38.1cm) 30in (76.2 cm) 10in (25.4cm) 7.5in (19.1 cm)
Swath 300in 300in 290in 300in
Capacities: Main Seed Box
Small Seeds Box
Fertilizer
Tractor Requirements Category III and IV-N 3-Point Tractors
Hydraulic Circuits 0 Standard, 1 or 2 w/Optional Markers
Weight
(empty, no markers or coulters)
Clearance {depends on 3-point hitch}
Height 8 ft 4in (254 cm)
Width 25ft 2in (7.67m)
Length 9ft 9in (2.97m)
Opener Travel 0-6.5in (0-16.5cm)
Opener Depth 0-3.5in (0-8.9cm)
Tire Size: Single Gauge Wheel
Dual Gauge Wheel
6180 lbs
(2803 kg)
2510HDF-
20TR30
57 bu (2009 liter)
0.24/ft 6.0 bu (211 liter)
6180 lbs
(2803 kg)
11L-15SL 12-Ply Tubeless
11L-15SL 8-Ply
2510HDF-2910 2510HDF-4075
N/A
7305 lbs
(3313 kg)
8680 lbs
(3937 kg)
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Tire Inflation Chart
Tire Size Inflation
9.5Lx15 8-Ply
11L-15SL 8-Ply
11L-15SL 12-Ply Tubeless
32 psi
221 kPa
36 psi
248 kPa
52 psi
359 kPa
Tire Warranty Information
All tires are warranted by the original manufacturer of the tire.
Tire warranty information is found online at the manufacturer’s websites listed below. For assistance or information,
contact your nearest Authorized Farm Tire Retailer.
ManufacturerWebsite
Firestone www.firestoneag.com
Gleason www.gleasonwheel.com
Titan www.titan-intl.com
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Torque Values Chart
Bolt
Size
in-tpi
1
⁄4-20
1
⁄4-28
5
⁄16-18
5
⁄16-24
3
⁄8-16
3
⁄8-24
7
⁄16-14
7
⁄16-20
1
⁄2-13
1
⁄2-20
9
⁄16-12
9
⁄16-18
5
⁄8-11
5
⁄8-18
3
⁄4-10
3
⁄4-16
7
⁄8-9
7
⁄8-14
1-8
1-12
1
1
⁄8-7
1
1
⁄8-12
1
⁄4-7
1
1
⁄4-12
1
3
⁄8-6
1
3
1
⁄8-12
1
1
⁄2-6
1
1
⁄2-12
Bolt Head Identification
Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9
a
b
d
N-m
ft-lb
7.4 11 16
8.5 13 18
15 24 33
17 26 37
27 42 59
31 47 67
43 67 95
49 75 105
66 105 145
75 115 165
95 150 210
105 165 235
130 205 285
150 230 325
235 360 510
260 405 570
225 585 820
250 640 905
340 875 1230
370 955 1350
480 1080 1750
540 1210 1960
680 1520 2460
750 1680 2730
890 1990 3230
1010 2270 3680
1180 2640 4290
1330 2970 4820
N-m N-m
5.6 8 12
61014 5 811
11 17 25 12 19 27
13 19 27 13 21 29
20 31 44 24 39 53
22 35 49 29 45 62
32 49 70 42 67 93
36 55 78 44 70 97
49 76 105 66 77 105
55 85 120 68 105 150
70 110 155 73 115 160
79 120 170 105 165 230
97 150 210 115 180 245
110 170 240 145 230 300
170 265 375 165 260 355
190 295 420 205 325 450
165 430 605 230 480 665
185 475 670 355 560 780
250 645 910 390 610 845
275 705 995 705 1120 1550
355 795 1290 785 1240 1710
395 890 1440 1270 1950 2700
500 1120 1820 1380 2190 3220
555 1240 2010
655 1470 2380
745 1670 2710
870 1950 3160
980 2190 3560
Bolt Head Identification
Bolt
Size
ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb
mm x pitch
M 5 X 0.8
M 6 X 1
M 8 X 1.25
M 8 X 1
M10 X 1.5
M10 X 0.75
M12 X 1.75
M12 X 1.5
M12 X 1
M14 X 2
M14 X 1.5
M16 X 2
M16 X 1.5
M18 X 2.5
M18 X 1.5
M20 X 2.5
M20 X 1.5
M24 X 3
M24 X 2
M30 X 3.5
M30 X 2
M36 X 3.5
M36 X 2
a. in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch
b. N· m = newton-meters
c. mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in mm x thread pitch
d. ft-lb = foot pounds
c
5.8 8.8 10.9
N-m N-m N-m
357
71115
17 26 36
18 28 39
33 52 72
39 61 85
58 91 125
60 95 130
90 105 145
92 145 200
99 155 215
145 225 315
155 240 335
195 310 405
220 350 485
280 440 610
310 650 900
480 760 1050
525 830 1150
960 1510 2100
1060 1680 2320
1730 2650 3660
1880 2960 4100
946
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.
25199m
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Hydraulic Diagrams
Dual Independent Markers
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Dual Marker Sequence Valve
LEFT HAND CYLINDER ROD
C1
LEFT HAND CYLINDER BASE
C2
C2
R2
C1
R2
R1
RIGHT HAND CYLINDER ROD
RIGHT HAND CYLINDER BASE
R1
TO TRACTOR
THESE HOSES ARE
TO BE PROVIDED
BY CUSTOMER.
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Chain Routing
Ground Drive and Main Seed Box Chains
30T
DRIVER
DRIVEN
27T
12T
Offset Single-Wheel Drive
DRIVEN
60T
27238
18T
50T
DRIVEN
DRIVER
45T
60T
18T
27239
Single-Wheel Drive
DRIVER
15T
27T
12T
30T
60T
27240
12T
18T
27241
Dual-Wheel Drive Main Seed Box Drive
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Option Box Drive Chains
12T
12T
29T
17T
27T
17T
Option Box Ground Drive
27T
17T
17T
12T
26493
27T
Fertilizer Drive
12T
17T
17T
26493
17T
12T
27243
Small Seeds (with Fertilizer)
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Small Seeds (without Fertilizer)
17T
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Warranty
Great Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated warrants to the original purchaser that this seeding equipment will be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase when used as intended and under normal service and conditions
for personal use; 90 days for commercial or rental purposes. This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Great Plains
Manufacturing, Incorporated and the installation by the dealer of any
such replacement part. Great Plains reserves the right to inspect any
equipment or part which are claimed to have been defective in material
or workmanship.
This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Great
Plains’ judgement shall have been misused or damaged by accident or
lack of normal maintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way which adversely affects its performance or reliability, or
which has been used for a purpose for which the product is not designed. This Warranty shall not apply if the product is towed at a speed
in excess of 20 miles per hour.
Claims under this Warranty must be made to the dealer which originally
sold the product and all warranty adjustments must by made through
such dealer. Great Plains reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice.
This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Great Plains liable for
damages of any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent, to property.
Furthermore, Great Plains shall not be liable for damages resulting from
any cause beyond its reasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, losses caused by harvest delays or any expense
or loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.
No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is
made with respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which exceed
the obligations set forth in this written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.
This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Great Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated within 10 days from the date of original purchase.
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Index
A
acremeter installation ......................... 19
adjustments
coulter depth ................................ 41
disc contact .................................. 46
disk blade ..................................... 45
press wheel .................................. 48
row unit ......................................... 40
seed firmer ................................... 47
unit mounted coulter ..................... 41
B
bleeding marker hydraulics ................ 52
C
calibration
fertilizer rate ................................. 38
main box ....................................... 33
small seeds rate ........................... 35
cam down-force 2-spring.................... 44
cam down-force 4-spring.................... 44
CAUTION, defined ............................... 1
chain routing diagrams ....................... 72
checklists
pre-setup ...................................... 12
color code, hose ................................. 14
coulter row alignment ......................... 42
customer service ................................ 11
cylinder symbols ................................ 14
D
DANGER, defined ................................ 1
decals ................................................... 5
Definitions .......................................... 10
disk spreader-scraper ........................ 55
down-force, 10HD .............................. 44
down-pressure
10HDP .......................................... 44
10HDP Series .............................. 44
drill adjustments ................................. 28
dual sequenced markers .................... 25
E
electrical connections ......................... 13
F
fertilizer cleanout ................................ 54
fertilizer rate ....................................... 37
field operation .................................... 26
G
gauge wheels .................................... 61
green,marker hose............................. 14
H
high pressure fluids ............................. 2
hydraulic diagrams............................. 70
hydraulic hose hookup ....................... 14
K
Keeton® Seed Firmer ........................ 65
L
Left-hand
definition....................................... 10
leveling dual-wheel ............................ 18
levelling the drill ................................. 15
Lights
safety ............................................. 2
loading materials ............................... 24
lubricaton ........................................... 56
M
main box cleanout.............................. 53
main box seed rate ............................ 31
main box seed rate handle ................ 32
Maintenance
safety ............................................. 4
Maintenance and Lubrication ............ 51
marker
chain adjustment .......................... 20
disk angle ..................................... 29
extension setup ............................ 21
operations .................................... 25
speed ........................................... 29
Marker Disk Grease Seal .................. 51
Marker Shear Bolt .............................. 51
material rate adjustments .................. 30
O
offset single gauge wheel .................. 17
operating instructions ........................ 22
Options .............................................. 61
options setup ..................................... 19
orange,marker older style hose tie .... 14
P
parking the drill .................................. 27
parts ................................................... 11
phone ................................................. 11
planting depth ..................................... 28
Press Wheel Height............................48
Press Wheel Spacing .........................48
R
revolutions per acre ............................ 30
Right-hand
definition .......................................10
row unit down pressure ......................43
row unit shut-off .................................. 45
S
safety information ................................. 1
Safety lights
See Lights, safety
Seed Box Maintenance ......................53
seed cup door .................................... 33
seed flap replacement ........................55
seed tube plugs .................................. 62
Seed-Lok® Seed Firmer .................... 65
Seed-Lok™ ........................................ 47
serial number ..................................... 11
Serial-number plate ............................11
setting initial drill height ......................15
setting the drive type ..........................32
shaft monitor cab module ...................19
Sliding seed tube
definition .......................................10
small seeds cleanout .......................... 54
small seeds rate handle ..................... 35
Specifications and Capacities ............ 66
Storage
safety ..............................................4
storage of drill ..................................... 27
support ............................................... 11
T
three-point link .................................... 12
Tire Inflation Chart .............................. 68
Tire Warranty Information ................... 68
torque values chart ............................. 69
transporting ........................................ 23
Transporting,safety ............................... 3
Troubleshooting ..................................49
W
WARNING, defined ..............................1
warranty..............................................74
wrench size ........................................ 44
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