Great Plains 3000 Operator Manual
Operator’s Manual
2700 and 3000
Three-Point Drill
Model Serial No.
3PD27 and 2700 1316E+
3PD30 and 3000 1171S+
Manufacturing, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Description of Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Intended Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 1 Preparation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Prestart Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Hitching Tractor to the Drill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Gauge-Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Bleeding Marker Hydraulics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Section 2 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Prestart Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Field Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Shaft Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Transporting with Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Section 3 Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Gauge-Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjusting Seeding Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Press Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Down-Pressure Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Bedded Irrigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Seeding Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Small Seeds Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Seed Rate Charts (pounds per acre). . . . . . . . . 15
Small Seeds Attachment Seed Rate Chart . . . . 17
Marker Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chain Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Disk Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Speed Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Disk Scraper Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Seed-Lok™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Section 4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication . . . . . . . . 22
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Marker Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Seed-Cup-Drive Sprocket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Drive Chains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Drive Chains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Jackshaft Bearings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Wheel Axles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Marker Hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Marker-Disk Bearings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Section 6 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Seed-Cup Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Markers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Seed-Lok™ Firming Wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Small Seeds Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Steel Depth Bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Shaft Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Section 7 Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . 27
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Tire Inflation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes . . . 29
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation
of this manual, Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit. This publication describes the state of this product at the
time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future.
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All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Be Aware of Signal Words
Signal words designate a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The signal words are:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
Safety Decals, page 4. Read all
instructions noted on the decals.
OFF
Shutdown and Storage
▲ Lower machine to ground, put
tractor in park, turn off engine,
and remove the key.
▲ Detach and store implements in a
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement by
using blocks and supports.
Handle
Chemicals Properly
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ Follow instructions on container
label.
▲ Agricultural chemicals can be
dangerous. Improper use can
seriously injure persons, animals,
plants, soil, and property.
▲ Inhaling smoke from any type of
chemical fire is a serious health
hazard.
▲ Store or dispose of unused chem-
icals as specified by the chemical
manufacturer.
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Important Safety Information
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Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲ Slow moving tractors, self-pro-
pelled equipment, and towed
implements can create a hazard
when driven on public roads. They
are difficult to see, especially at
night.
▲ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads. Use
tractor lights and devices provided
with implement.
Transport
Machinery Safely
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED. Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate
control of steering and stopping.
Some rough terrains require a
slower speed.
▲ Sudden braking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with brakes.
▲ Follow these weight ratios as a
guideline.
20 mph maximum when weight is
less than or equal to the weight of
tractor.
10 mph maximum when weight is
double the weight of tractor.
▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the
weight of tractor.
Use A Safety Chain
▲ A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it separate from the tractor drawbar.
▲ Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of the towed
machinery.
▲ Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other specified anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in the chain to permit turning.
▲ Do not use safety chain for tow-
ing.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before
doing work. Use proper tools and
equipment. Refer to “Mainte-
nance and Lubrication,” page
22, for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean, dry area.
▲ Lower the implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
preforming maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool com-
pletely.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲ Disk edges are sharp. Be careful
when working in this area.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable
(-) before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems or before welding on implement.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts
are in good condition and installed
properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
▲ Remove all tools and unused
parts from implement before operation.
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Important Safety Information
Prepare for Emergencies
▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire extin-
guisher handy.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for
doctor, ambulance, hospital and
fire department near phone.
911
Wear
Protective Equipment
▲ Protective clothing and equipment
should be worn.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment
appropriate for the job. Avoid
loose-fitting clothing.
▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss. Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or
earplugs.
▲ Operating equipment safely
requires the full attention of the
operator. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids 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 card-
board, 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 doc-
tor immediately. Any fluid injected
into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
Safety at All Times
Thoroughly read and understand the
instructions given in this manual
before operation. Refer to Safety
Decals, page 4. Read all instructions
noted on the decals.
▲ Operator should be familiar with
all functions of the unit.
▲ Operate implement from the
driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave tractor or implement
unattended with engine running.
▲ Dismounting from a moving trac-
tor could cause serious injury or
death.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor
and implement 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 raising implement. Make
sure all persons are clear of working area.
▲ Turning tractor too tight may
cause implement to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
Tire Safety
▲ Tire changing can be dangerous
and should be preformed by
trained personnel using the correct tools and equipment.
▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long
enough to allow you to stand to
one side and NOT in front of or
over the tire assembly. Use a
safety cage if available.
▲ When removing and installing
wheels, use wheel-handling
equipment adequate for the
weight involved.
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Important Safety Information
Safety Decals
Your implement comes equipped with all safety decals in place.
They were designed to help you safely operate your implement.
1. Read and follow decal directions.
2. Keep all safety decals clean and legible.
3. Replace all damaged or missing decals. Order new decals
from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for
proper decal placement.
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4. When ordering new parts or components, also request corresponding safety decals.
5. To install new decals:
a. Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed.
b. Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface,
being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal.
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818-003C
Slow Moving Vehicle Decal
838-266C
Red Reflectors
One on each walkboard;
two decals total
838-265C
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Amber Reflectors
Outside ends of each
walkboard
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838-265C
Amber Reflectors
Both ends of drill
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818-587C
Caution Gen Safety 3-PT
818-339C
Warning High Pressure SML
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Warning 20 MPH Transport
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Important Safety Information
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818-590C
Danger Crushing; both ends of drill, two decals total
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818-389C
Caution Tires Not a Step
Both ends of drill, two decals total
838-467C
Possible Chemical Hazard
Small Seeds Box, Underside of Box Lid
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Introduction
Introduction
Great Plains welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners. This implement has been designed with
care and built by skilled workers using quality materials.
Proper assembly, maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from this
machine.
Description of Unit
The 27- or 30-foot, 3-point drill is a seeding implement designed to be raised, lowered and towed with a three-point
tractor hitch. The drill is equipped with offset double-disk
openers mounted on the drill frame with straight arms. The
openers are staggered for easy residue flow. Down-pressure springs can be adjusted individually for each opener.
A T-handle adjustment on the depth-controlling press
wheels allows for easy depth adjustment. The seeding
rate can be adjusted from 2 to 240 pounds per acre.
When combined with the bedded irrigation option, the drill
can be used to seed in furrows and ridges simultaneously.
Intended Usage
This drill is intend for use in conventional- and some minimum-till applications.
Using This Manual
This manual is designed to help familiarize you with safety,
set-up, operation, adjustment, troubleshooting and maintenance. Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation.
Fill out the warranty sheet with the dealer at the time of
purchase. Give the dealer the completed white copy and
send the pink copy to Great Plains. Keep your yellow copy
in the manual for use when corresponding with the dealer.
The information in this manual is current at printing. Some
parts may change to assure top performance.
Definitions
Right and left as used in this manual are determined by
facing the direction the machine will travel while in use unless otherwise stated.
IMPORTANT: A crucial point of information related to
the preceding topic. For safe and correct operation,
read and follow the directions provided before continuing.
Owner Assistance
If customer service or repair parts are needed contact
your Great Plains dealer. They have trained personnel,
parts and service equipment specially designed for Great
Plains products.
Your machine’s parts were specially designed and should
be replaced with Great Plains parts only. Always use the
serial and model number when ordering parts from your
Great Plains dealer. The serial number plate is located as
shown in Figure A.
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Figure A
Serial Number Plate
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 dealer service manager.
Make sure they are aware of any problems so they can
assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the dealership
owner or general manager.
3. For further assistance, write to:
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc.
Service Department
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, KS 64702-5060
NOTE: Useful information related to the preceding topic.
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Section 1 Preparation and Setup
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Section 1 Preparation and Setup
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This section will help you prepare your tractor and drill for
use. This section also includes instructions for bleeding
the optional marker hydraulics.
Prestart Checklist
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Information,” 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. Refer to Lubrication,“Maintenance and Lubrica-
tion,” page 22.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged. Refer to
Safety Decals,“Important Safety Information,” page
4.
5. Inflate tires to recommended pressure as listed on
Tire Inflation Chart,“Appendix,” page 29. Tighten
wheel bolts as specified on Torque Values Chart,“Ap-
pendix,” page 29.
Tractor Requirements
Your drill is designed and factory set for category III tractors.
Hitching Tractor to the Drill
Gauge-Wheel Adjustment
Gauge-wheel adjustments affect the operating height of
your drill, and drill height directly affects the working range
of the openers.The drill must be adjusted so your openers
can travel up and down and follow the ground contour.
Before using in the field, adjust your drill so the opener
mount tube runs 18 1/4 inches above ground. You likely
will need to make further adjustments later to compensate
for field conditions. Refer to Gauge-Wheel Adjustments,
“Adjustments,” page 11 for how to make gauge-wheel
adjustments.
Bleeding Marker Hydraulics
If you install or replace part of optional markers, you must
bleed air from the marker hydraulics. Your markers will not
fold properly with air in the hydraulic circuit.
WARNING!
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, see
a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene will result.
DANGER!
Do not place any body part between the tractor and drill during
hitching.
1. Raise or lower the 3-point links as needed.
2. Install the lower hitch pins.
3. Pin the top link to the drill and adjust so it remains
loose in normal field conditions.
4. Check that all three-point links are securely pinned,
then slowly raise the drill. Watch for cab interference.
5. Unpin the parking stands as shown in Figure 1-1. Rotate the stands up into field position and repin.
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1. Be sure tractor hydraulic reservoir if full.
2. With the markers unfolded, crack the hydraulic hose
fittings at the base end of the cylinders. With your tractor at an idle speed, activate your tractor hydraulic
valve until oil seeps out around the hose ends. Retighten the fittings.
3. Repeat step 2 for the hose-end fittings at the rod end
of the cylinders.
4. Fold and unfold the markers slowly to work all the air
out of your marker hydraulics. Use caution when folding and unfolding the marker for the first time and
check for pinching and kinking of hoses.
Figure 1-1
Parking Stand
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