Great Plains 3S-3000F Operator Manual
Operator’ s Manual
SN S1399+
3S-3000
Three-Section Folding Drill
Manufacturing, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Description of Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Intended Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Section 1 Drill Preparation and Setup . . . . 12
Leveling the Drill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tractor Drawbar Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Tractor Hydraulic Hookup. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Safety Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Acre Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Bleeding the Hydraulic Systems . . . . . . . 19
Section 2 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . 22
Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Folding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Unfolding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Setting the Bypass Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Field Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Fertilizer Box Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Marker Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Double Selector Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Shaft Monitor Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Point-Row Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Section 3 Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Seeding Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Seed Rate Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Seed Rate Charts (pounds per acre). . . . 34
Fertilizer Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Fertilizer Rate Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Fertilizer Meter Rate Charts. . . . . . . . . . . 39
Seeding Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
00 Series Opener Down Pressure . . . . . . 40
00 Series Opener Adjustments . . . . . . . . 42
00 Series Opener Frame Adjustments. . . 43
00 Series Disk Scraper Adjustment . . . . . 43
00 Series Seed-Lok® Lock Up. . . . . . . . . 43
Bleeding Marker Hydraulic System. . . . . 44
Dual Markers Speed Adjustment . . . . . . 44
Single Marker Speed Adjustment . . . . . . 45
Transport Carrier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Marker Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Disk Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Breakaway Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Seed and Fertilizer Capacity. . . . . . . . . . 48
Section 4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Section 5 Maintenance and Lubrication . . 51
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Section 6 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
3S-3000 Flat Folding Marker . . . . . . . . . 59
00 Series Seed Lok Firming Wheel . . . . 59
3S-3000 Feed Cup Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
3S-3000 Shaft Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Two Outlet Tractor Hydraulic Kit . . . . . . . 61
3S-3000 Dual Gauge Wheels. . . . . . . . . 61
3S-3000F Offset Box Divider . . . . . . . . . 62
Point-Row Clutches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Section 7 Specifications and Capacities. . 63
Section 8 Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Tire Inflation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Torque Values Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Chain Routings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Hydraulic Schematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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Great Plains Manufacturing,Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressedor 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 maynot reflect the product in the future.
The following are trademarks of Great Plains Mfg., Inc.: Application Systems, Ausherman, Land Pride, Great Plains
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
The word that designates 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 they could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
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
▲ Protective clothing should be
worn.
▲ 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
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 breaking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with breaks.
▲ Use the following maximum
speed - tow load weight ratios as
a guideline:
20 mph when weight is less
than or equal to the weight of
tractor.
10 mph 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 Operator’s
Manual 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 completely.
▲ Install all transport locks on raised
drill before working underneath, refer
to the Operator’s Manual for quantity
and location of transport locks.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲ Move the opener handle to the
“ROAD” position and complete
raising the openers to lock them
up before working underneath
them.
▲ 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 & installed
properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
▲ Remove all tools and unused pars
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 the “Safety
Label” section, read all instructions
noted on them.
▲ 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 tractor
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 folding and 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
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Safety Labels
Your implement comes equipped with all safety labels in place.
They were designed to help you safely operate your implement.
1. Read and follow label directions.
2. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
3. Replace all damaged or missing labels.
4. Some new equipment installed during repair require safety
labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified
by the manufacturer. When ordering new components make
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sure the correct safety labels are included in the request. To
order new labels go to your Great Plains dealer.
5. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
To install new labels:
a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.
b. Peel backing from label. Press firmly on surface
being careful not to cause air bubbles under label.
818-003C
Slow Moving VehicleLabel
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Negative Tongue Weight
818-045C
818-019C
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818-078C
General Instructions
838-267C
Daytime Reflector
Wing Walkboards
inside ends
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838-266C
Red Reflector
Wing Walkboards
inside ends
838-265C
Amber Reflector
Center Walkboard
both ends
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838-265C
Amber Reflector
Wing Walkboards
Backside of both ends
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838-265C
Amber Reflector
Wing Walkboards
outside end
818-257C
ROAD Position
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FIELD Position
818-258C
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818-337C
Excessive Speed
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818-339C
High Pressure Fluid
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818-398C
Tire is Not a Step
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818-557C
Can Not Read English
818-660C
Transport Locks
818-682C
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Marker Pinch Point Crushing
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Important Safety Information
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818-751C
Improper Tire Inflation - Wing Gauge Wheel Tires
818-752C
Improper Tire Inflation - Transport Tires
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Introduction
Introduction
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
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 the machine.
Description of Unit
The 3S-3000 Drillis a 30 ft. 3 section grain drill which couples our solid stand double disk openers with live closedcentertractorhydraulicsto achieveconstant opener down
pressure through a wide range of opener movement. Hydraulic down pressure provides easy single point opener
pressure adjustment while providing accurate depth controland seed placementoveruneventerrain.TheT handle
adjustment on the depth controlling press wheels provide
easy seed depth adjustment for each individual row unit.
The3S-3000Fallowsyouto plant seed andapplyfertilizer
inthe same fieldpass.Dividers partitionthedrillboxesinto
seed and fertilizer compartments. The openers apply dry
fertilizerto the seed trench beforethe furrow isclosed.You
can use both compartments for seed.
Features include:
• Single tang or Clevis style hitches
• 15 degree wing box down flex and 20 degree wing box
up flex
• Floating opener frames for increased flexibility over un-
even terrain
• Multiple opener pressure valves to vary the opener
pressure from wings to center
• 4 speed drive system for a wide range of seeding rates
• Solid Stand openers
• 3.2 bushel-per-foot seed box
• Seed level gauges.
• V-bottom boxes for complete cleanout
• Internal drive gauge wheels that ride on tapered roller
bearings
• Safety lights which couple with tractor lighting system
Plains. Keep your copy in the manual for use when corresponding with the dealer.
To order a newOperator or Parts Manual contact your authorized dealer or write to the address listed below in the
Owner Assistance paragraph.Include the model and serial numbers of your unit.
The information in this manual was current at printing.
Some parts may change to assure top performance.
Definitions:
"Right " or "Left" as used in this manual is determined by
facingthe direction the machine will travelwhile in use unless otherwise stated.
NOTE: A special point of information related to it’s
preceding topic. The author’s intention is that you
read and note this information before continuing.
IMPORTANT:Aspecialpoint ofinformationthat the author
feels you must be aware of before continuing with the instructions that follow.
Owner Assistance
If customer service or repair parts are required contact
your local Great Plains dealer. He has trained personnel,
repair parts, and the equipment needed to service your
implement. These parts have been specially designed
and should only be replaced with genuine Great Plains
parts.
Serial Number Plate
Referto the Figure 1forthe location of yourserial number
plate.
Intended Usage
This machine is intended to be used primarily for conventional tillage applications. It has capability of some minimum or light no-till drilling.
Using This Manual
ThisOperator’sSection is designed to help familiarizeyou
with safety, operation, adjustments, troubleshooting, and
maintenance.Read this manual and followtherecommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation.
The warranty sheet should be filled out by the owner and
dealer at the time of purchase. After completion give the
dealer the white copy and send the pink copy to Great
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Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
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Introduction
Forpromptservicealwaysusethe serial numberand model
numberwhenordering parts from yourGreat Plains dealer.
Be sure to include your serial and model numbers in correspondence also.
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine. If forany reason you do not understand any partof
this manual or are not satisfied with the service received,
the followingactions are suggested:
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership Service Manager make sure he is aware of any problems you may
haveand that he has had the opportunity to assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the Owner or
General Manager of the dealership, explain the problem and request assistance.
3. For further assistance write to:
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
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Section 1 Drill Preparation and Setup
Section 1 Drill Preparation and Setup
Leveling the Drill
Center Box Frame Leveling
1. Park the drill on a clean level surface.
2. Raise the openers and lock them up.
3. Loosen the eight center box mount bolts (1), four bolts
on each side of tongue, see Figure 1-1, and slide center box frame sidewaysuntil it is centered with mainframe and transport axle.
4. See Figure 1-2. Measure the height of center box
opener frame pivots (2) from the level surface and
raise low end of box frame up until both opener frame
pivots measure the same distance from the ground.
5. Torque the 7/8 inch box mount bolts (1), Figure 1-1.
Adjust Toolbar Height
The height of the Toolbars are set at the factory fora level
drill and should not require adjustment. Three spacer
washersaboveand below the toolbars at their vertical pivot pins allow for a small amount of toolbar height adjustment.Measurefrom the levelsurface to theinnerwingbox
opener frame pivots. See Figure 1-3. If the opener frame
pivotsvary more than 1/4"raise the lower toolbar upbyremoving spacer washers from the top side of the toolbar
and placing them on the bottom side of the toolbar as
shown in Figure 1-4.
It is best to lower the openers and apply enough hydraulic
pressure to them to help balance the wing frame when removing the vertical pivot pin to adjust toolbar height.
Opener
pivot
1
Center Box Mount Bolts
Figure 1-1
2
frame
height
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Opener Frame Leveling
Figure 1-2
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Toolbar Height Adjustment
Figure 1-4
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Toolbar Height Leveling Dimension
Figure 1-3
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Section 1 Drill Preparation and Setup
1. Adjust The Wing Box Alignment
Refer to Figure 1-5, place a 4x4 or similar sized block
ahead of the wing gauge wheels. Pull forward or rock the
wing frames back until the toolbar stop bolt is firmly
againstthestop plate on the center boxframe.The toolbar
stop bolt runs through a formed channel on the bottom
side of the toolbar. Run a string line across the back of the
Stop Bolt
center box and out toward the outer ends of the wings.
The outboard ends of the wing boxesshould be toed forwardabout1" ahead of the inboard ends.Adjust thewing
boxalignment by controlling when the 1 1/4" toolbar stop
bolt contacts the stop plate on the center box frame. Adjust the 1 1/4" toolbar stop bolts in or out until the outer
end of the wing boxes are toed forward about 1".
C
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String Line
Support
C-B=1"
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C
B
A
Wing Box Alignment Measurement
String Line
Figure 1-5
B
A
C-B=1"
String Line
Support
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2. Align Transfer Drive Shaft
After the wing boxes are properly aligned, the transfer
driveshaft must be aligned so the pair of break-awayjaws
have full engagement and are concentric.The 7/8" hex
drive shafts holding the clutch jaws should not contact
each other when the wing boxesare properly aligned and
back against their stop. Place a 4x4 or similar sized block
ahead of the wing gauge wheels and pull forward or push
the wing box frames backuntil the toolbar stop bolt is firmly against the stop plate on the center box frame.
Toaligntheclutch jaws in thefronttoreardirection,loosen
the two 5/16" (#1) bolts which hold the 7/8" hex bearing
flangettes (#2) and slide the bearing assembly in the desired direction, as shown in Figure 1-6.
Transfer Drive Shaft Front to Rear Adjustment
Figure 1-6
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To align the clutch jaws in thevertical direction, loosen the
two 5/8" bolts (#1) on the break-awayadjustment plate at
thebacksideof the toolbar and slide the 1/2"(#2)plate up
or down in the desired direction, as shown in Figure 1-7.
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Transfer Drive Shaft Vertical Adjustment
Figure 1-7
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Toadjustthe clutch jawsforfull jawcontact,loosen the two
1/2" (#1) bolts which fasten the bearing bracket(#2) to the
1/2" adjustment plate and slide the bearing bracket until
the jaws on the fixed half of the clutch make full contact
withthe jaws onthespringloadedhalfofthe clutch without
compressing the clutch spring, as shown in Figure 1-8.
The two 7/8" hex shafts should have 1/8" between them
when the clutch jaws have full contact.
Top View
Transfer Drive Shaft Clutch Jaw Adjustment
Figure 1-8
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Section 1 Drill Preparation and Setup
Tractor Drawbar Hookup
The Great Plains 30 ft 3 section drill has three hitch options: a clevis hitch, a small hole single strap hitch, and a
large hole single strap hitch. Use the single strap hitch for
tractors with clevis drawbars, and use the clevis hitch with
tractors which have single tang drawbars. In either case
alwaysuse a locking style drawbar pin sized to match the
holes in the hitch and drawbar.
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WARNING!
Since this drill can have both positive and negative hitch forces
always use a clevis hitch or clevis drawbar with a locking style
hitch pin through the clevis.
TheGreatPlains 30 ft 3 section drill is designed to operate
with the lowest hitch hole in the tongue measuring about
18" off the ground when in FIELD (lowered) position. The
mounting holes in the hitch have been offset so the hitch
can be turned overand bolted onin three positions, giving
you six hitching positions. Use the screw jack to raise the
front of the drill tongue so the lowest hitch hole in the
tongue measures 18" off the ground. Adjust the drillhitch
to match your tractor drawbar. See Figure 1-9. The drill
hitch can accommodate tractor drawbars ranging from
15.5 to 32 inches high.
Your drill is equipped with a hitch safety chain. The safety
chainshouldbe securely attached to the drill hitch andthe
tractor whenever towing or planting.
Use the jack to raise and lower the front of the drill when
hitching to the tractor, and store it in the storage tube on
the top of the tongue as shown in Figure 1-11.
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Jack Lifting Position
Figure 1-10
NOTE: When hitching the drill to a different tractor,
check for a difference in drawbar heights. If the
heights are different, the hitch height must be readjusted accordingly.
Hitch Height Adjustment
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Storing Tongue Jack
Figure 1-11
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Figure 1-9
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Tractor Hydraulic Hookup
!
WARNING!
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.Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result.
NOTE: To run drill on tractors with open-center hydraulics or on tractors with fixed-displacement hydraulic pumps, you must install a Great Plains kit, part
number 194-143A. If you are not familiar with your
tractor hydraulics, consult your tractor dealer.
Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you
hook up hoses to yourtractor outlets. Hoses that go to the
same remote valve are marked with the same color.
Color Hydraulic Function
Red Opener Lift
1. Connect opener-lift hoses to circuit designated for hydraulic-motor control.
2. Connect transport-lift hoses to tractor remote valve.
3. Connect fold hoses to tractor remote valve.
IMPORTANT: If your tractor has only two remote valves,
you must install a double-selector valve to combine the
transport-lift and opener-lift circuits. Refer to 3S-3000
Two-Outlet TractorHydraulic Kit,“Options,” page 61.
Safety Lights
The light package that yourdrill is equippedwith, requires
that your tractor have the correct electrical connections.
Your tractor should be wired fora standard 7-pin electrical
connector which works with the tractor'sflashers and turn
signals. All that should be necessary to hook up the lights
is to plug them into the tractor's 7-pin connector.
If your tractor is not equipped with a 7-pin connector,
please contact your local dealer for installation to your
tractor manufacturers specifications.
Acre Meter
Assemblethe acre meter to the end of the main drive shaft
onthe center section as shownin Figure1-13. Record the
acres before you begin planting and subtract that number
from the final reading to get acres planted.
Blue T ransport Lift
White Fold
Orange Marker
Todistinguishhoses on the same hydraulic circuit, refer to
plastic hose holders. See Figure 1-12. Hoses under extended-cylinder symbol feed cylinder base ends. Hoses
under retracted-cylinder symbol feed cylinder rod ends.
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Hydraulic Hose Label
Figure 1-12
Acre Meter Location
Figure 1-13
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Bleeding the Hydraulic Systems
NOTE:Check hydraulic fluid levelin tractor reservoir
and fill it to proper level before starting this procedure. Add fluid to system as needed. A low reservoir
levelmay drawair back into the system causing jerky
or uneven cylinder movements. System capacity for
entire drill is approximately 4 1/2 gallons.
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CAUTION!
This drill has a negative tongue weight when unfolded and the
openers raised. Be certain that the drill is hitched securely to
your tractor drawbar and be certain the safety chain is securely
attachedto the tractor before raising the openers and unfolding
the drill.
Bleeding the Fold Hydraulics
Refer to Figure 1-14:
1. With the drill unfolded (the fold cylinders completely
extended),disconnect the rod end pins and swingthe
cylinders so they will not catch or contact anything
during the bleeding process.
2. Loosen the rod end hose fitting at the elbowon the left
fold cylinder.
3. Slowly supply oil to the rod end of the fold cylinders
until oil appears at the loosened hose fitting. Tighten
therod end hose fitting and completelyretractthe fold
cylinders.
4. With the cylinders completely retracted, loosen the
base end hose fitting at the elbow on the left fold cylinder.
5. Slowly supply oil to the base end of the fold cylinders
until oil appears at the loosened hose fitting. Tighten
thebase end hosefittingandcycle the foldcylinders in
and out several times.
6. Repin the cylinder rod clevis.
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Bleeding the Opener Lift Hydraulic System
Refer to Figure 1-15:
1. Check that opener frames are locked in ROAD position.
2. Turn knobs on pressure-control valves completely
counterclockwise, then turn knobs clockwise three
turns.
3. Turn knob on bypass valve completely clockwise for
no oil flow.
4. Loosen six hose-end fittings at three locations on
opener-lift circuit:
• both JIC fittings on thetwo 3/8" opener lift hoses ex-
tending from the end of each wing toolbar,
• the JIC fittings on the two 3/8" opener lift hoses
feeding the center opener lift cylinders, and
• the end where these center two hoses tee at the
middle of the center box frame.
5. Slowly supply oil to top side of pressure-control
valves.As oil begins to appear at a fitting, tighten that
fitting. Continue supplying oil until one of the two fittings is tightened at each of the three locations.
6. Slowly supply oil to bottom side of pressure-control
valves.As oil begins to appear at a fitting, tighten that
fittinguntil all hosefittingsare tight. Continuetosupply
oil to bottom side of pressure-control valves until
openers are raised completely.
7. Move opener transport hooks to FIELD position and
cycleopeners up and downabouttentimes. Each time
you pressure openers down, hold tractor remote lever
until opener circuit builds up to pressure you have set
at control valves. Turn knobs on pressure-control
valvesclockwise far enough to build up at least 1000
psi on pressure gauges when cycling openers.
8. Onceopeners havebeencycled,return transport hooks
to ROAD position and lock openers up.
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