Great Plains 2510HDF Operator Manual
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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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Registered Trademarks of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. include:
Air-Pro, Clear-Shot, Discovator, Great Plains, Land Pride, MeterCone, Nutri-Pro, Seed-Lok, Solid Stand,
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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
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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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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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