Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the
subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without
exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been
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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.
Use Adequate Lifting Means
The frame sections and gangs of this machine are
extremely heavy. If using multiple lifters, make sure each
is rated for at least its share of the load.
> 14,000
POUNDS
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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Be Familiar with Safety Decals
▲ Read and understand the “Safety Decals” section of the
Operators Manual.
▲ Read all instructions noted on the decals.
▲ Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible
decals.
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 hear-
ing 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.
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, seek immediate medical assistance
from a physician familiar with this type of injury.
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 driv-
ing on public roads.
Use lights and devices provided with implement
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 during operation.
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Shutdown and Storage
▲ Lower implement, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and
remove the key.
▲ Secure Turbo-Chopper using blocks and supports provided.
▲ Detach and store Turbo-Chopper in an area where children
normally do not play.
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.
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 machine functions.
▲ Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave machine unattended with tractor engine run-
ning.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor and machine during
hitching.
▲ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven
parts.
▲ Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with mov-
ing parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding and raising
machine. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.
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Introduction
The Turbo-Chopper has been designed with care and
built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper
setup, maintenance, and safe operating practices will
help the customer get years of satisfactory use from the
machine.
Description of Unit
The 1200-4000TC Turbo-Chopper is a one, three or five
section “vertical” tillage tool. Working width ranges from
12 to 40 feet. The implement is designed to cut and size
residue, till soil for faster seedbed warming, break up soil
crust on hard dried fields while eliminating compaction
layers.Various finishing attachments are also available to
further smooth, redistribute residue, kill weeds, and break
clods
Models Covered
1200TC12’ (10in) spacing
1500TC15’ (10in) spacing
1800TC18’ (10in) spacing
2400TC24’ (10in) spacing
3000TC30’ (10in) spacing
4000TC40’ (10in) spacing
Document Family
586-239QPre-Delivery Manual (this document)
586-239MOperator Manual
586-239PParts Manual
Tools Required
• Basic Hand Tools
• Torque Wrench
• Fork Truck, Overhead Hoist or Loader
Pre-assembly Checklist
1. Before assembling, read and understand “Important
Safety Information” in front part of this manual.
2. Have at least two people on hand while assembling.
3. Make sure area is level and free of obstructions (preferably an open concrete area).
4. Have all major componets
5. Have all fasteners and pins shipped with machine.
Figure 1
1800 Turbo-Chopper
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Using This Manual
This manual was written to help you assemble and prepare the new machine for the customer. The manual
includes instructions for assembly and setup. Read this
manual and follow the recommendations for safe, efficient
and proper assembly and setup.
An operator’s and parts manual is also provided with the
new machine. Read and understand “Important SafetyInformation” and “Operating Instructions” in the operator’s manual before assembling the machine. Refer to the
parts manual for proper part’s identification. As a reference, keep the operator’s and part’s manual on hand while
assembling.
The information in this manual is current at printing. Some
parts may change to assure top performance.
Definitions
The following terms are used throughout this manual.
A crucial point of information related to the preceding topic. Read
and follow the directions to remain safe, avoid serious damage to
equipment and ensure desired field results.
Note: Useful information related to the preceding topic.
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.
An orientation rose in some line art
illustrations shows the directions of: Up,
Back, Left, Down, Front, Right.
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Right / Left
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Shipping
The Turbo-Chopper will be shipped partially pre-assembled.
Refer to Figure 3
• Models 1200-1500 Will be shipped fully assembled,
except for hitch assembly with hydraulic system
charged.
• Models 1800-2400 will be shipped with wings folded
and hydraulic system charged, hitch assembly will
need to be installed.
• Models 3000-4000 will be shipped with center frame
parts installed, wings and attachment frames (if
equipped) will be stacked on stands and banded
together.
• Finishing attachments (if equipped), will be will be
shipped with mounted brackets assembled, reel
assemblies assembled and all bolts will be in a box.
• Remove unit from shipping stands (if equipped), after
machine is lowered to ground and carefully un-band
all componets.
• The shipping stand bolts are not used in the assembly
of unit.
• The shipping stands do not need to be returned to
Great Plains.
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Figure 3
Turbo-Chopper Shipping
2
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Unloading
Be sure the truck is on level ground, preferably concrete.
Centering componets:
Be sure and center fork truck or chains (overhead hoist) on componets
so they won’t slide and cause injury.
Unload Smaller Items First
Unloading the Turbo-Chopper is a potentially dangerous
operation.
Reduce risk and complications by first unloading
1. gangs and finishing attachments
2. misc. boxes
3. Turbo-Chopper
(described in the next section)
Unload Turbo-Chopper
4. Place these components well out of the manoeuvring area needed for unloading the Turbo-Chopper.
5. Double-check that all chains and tie-down straps
have been released and stowed.
6. Set parking brake on trailer tractor.
7. Slowly lift the Turbo-Chopper off trailer bed using two
fork lifts.
8. Stop lifting about 12” above the bed.
9. Have the truck driver slowly pull the trailer straight
out from under the Turbo-Chopper.
10. Making sure to keep level from front to back and side
to side, slowly lower the Turbo-Chopper.
11. Lower theTurbo-Chopper down until the shipping
stands are about 12” off ground.
12. Remove shipping stands.
13. Remove tongue jack from field positions and put in
storage position with foot of jack towards ground.
14. Slowly lower Turbo-Chopper until it resting on the
center transport tires and front tongue jack.
Unpacking Boxes
Note: Position boxes in area that you can maneuver
components up to machine to assembly.
15. Carefully remove banding from boxes.
16. Carefully remove banding from gangs and finishing
reels.
17. Locate and identify all componets before assembling.
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Assembly and Setup Assistance
To order additional copies od pre-delivery instructions or
operator.s and parts manuals, write to the following
address. Include model numbers in all correspondence.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or have
the assembly or setup questions, assistance is available.
Contact:
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
PO Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
(800)255-9215
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Assembly
Hitch Assembly
Refer to Figure 4
Note: The center will be shipped pre-assembled.See “Parts
Manual for partnumbers and description ofparts.Place
center frame on stands if available, if not, place turbo
gangs on floor and for ease of attaching wing frames
put a cut anglein center lift cylinders to raise gangs
off floor.
18. Remove the 1 1/4x8Gr.8boltsfrom the rear of hitch
assembly. Bolt he hitch assembly to center frame
with the 1 1/4 x 8 Gr. 8 bolts and 1 1/4 top lock nuts.
Tighten bolts snug, do not torque, as the hitch must pivot
freely.
19. Instal jackon front outside of hitch to support the front
of hitch.
20. Remove pins and from turnbuckle assembly.
Install the turnbuckle assembly between the level bar
rocker and hitch frame ear with the1x91/2pin ,3/8x
1 3/4 quick pin (rear) and the 1 x 3 3/8 clevis pin,
machine washer and 3/16 x 2 cotter pin (front).
21. Bolt the spring hose holder with 1/2 x 1 1/2 bolt, 1/
2 flat washer, 1/2 lock washer and 1/2 nut.
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Figure 4
Hitch
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Wing Assembly
Refer to Figure 5
Note: The wings will come pre-assembled. Models 1800 and
2400 will be shipped with wings attached. On models
3000 and 4000, place wing frame assemblieson
stands next to center frame.
22. Remove 1 1/4 x 10 boltsfrom center frame hinge. Bolt
wing frame assemblies to center frame with the 1 1/4
x 10 bolts 1 1/4 top lock nuts. Tighten bolts snug, do
not torque, as the wing must pivot freely.
23. Remove 1 x 3 bolts from turnbuckle assembly.
Align holes in cylinder mount bar and turnbuckle
assembly, re-install the 1 x 3 bolts, 1 machine
washer and 1 lock nut.
24. Attach wing lift cylinder to torque tube with 1 x 3 1/
8 pin clevis, 1 machine washer and 3/16 x 2 cotter
pin.
25. Attach rod end of fold cylindersto wing frame assemblies with 1 x 3 1/8clevis pin 1 machine washer
and 3/16 x 2 cotter pin.
26. Do not hook up rod end of fold cylinder until system is
purged of air. See “Purging Hydraulic System” on
page 15.
27. Bolt may be tightened to specs, See “Torque ValuesChart” on page 23
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2
1
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Figure 5
Wing
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4000 Outer Wing Assembly
Refer to Figure 6
Note: The outer wings will come pre-assembled. Place outer
wing frame assemblieson stands next to center
frame.
28. Remove 1 x 6 bolts Gr. 8 special thread bolts from
center frame hinge. Bolt outer wing frame assemblies
to inner wing frame hinge with the 1 x 6 bolts Gr. 8
special thread bolts and 1 top lock nuts. Tighten bolts
snug, do not torque, as the wing must pivot freely.
29. Bolt the rocker linkon outer wing, rod end of fold cylin-
56
ders to inside wing fold link with 1 x 7 Gr. 8 special
thread bolts, four, 1 flat washersand 1 top lock nuts.
Tighten bolts snug, do not torque, as the cylinder must
pivot freely.
Note: Do not hook up rod end of fold cylinder until system
purged of air. See “Purging Hydraulic System”on
page 15.
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2
1
3
2
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8
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Hitch Hose & Light Harness Assembly
Refer to Figure 7
Note: The hydraulic hoses and light harness are all attached
to center frame and rolled up for hitch.
30. Un-roll the hoses and route them along right side of hitch
and through spring hose loop as shown. All hoses and
light harness will run through the same double hose
clamps.
31. Fasten hoses to hitch frame with bolts and clamps (provided) on hitch frame.Attach hose wraps on hoses to
prevent hoses from dragging or getting pinched.
32. See “Attach Hose Clamps and Hose wraps” on
page 14 for proper assembly.
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Figure 6
4000 Outer Wing
B
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Figure 7
Hitch Hose & Light Harness
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3000 Hydraulic Wing Lift Assembly
Refer to Figure 8
Note: The hydraulic hoses are all attached to center
frame and rolled up for wings.See hydraulic layout
drawings in “Appendix” for complete hose routing.
33. Un-roll the hoses and route them along wing frame
as shown.
34. Hook the hose that is fastened to rod end of cylinder
to base end of wing cylinder.
35. Attach longer hose from tee on center frame to the
rod end of wing cylinder.
36. Fasten hoses to wing frame with bolts and clamps
(provided) on hitch frame.Attach hose wraps on
hoses to prevent hoses from dragging or getting
pinched.
37. See “Attach Hose Clamps and Hose wraps” on
page 14 for proper assembly.
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Figure 8
3000 Hydraulic Wing Lift
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4000 Hydraulic Wing Lift & Fold Assembly
Refer to Figure 9
Note: The hydraulic hoses are all attached to center
frame and rolled up for wings.See hydraulic layout
drawings in “Appendix” for complete hose routing.
38. Un-roll the hoses and route them along wing frame
as shown.
39. Hook the hose that is fastened to rod end of cylinder
to base end of wing cylinder.
40. Attach longer hose from tee on center frame to the
rod end of wing cylinder.
41. Fasten front fold hose from tee to base end of outer
fold cylinder.
42. Attach other front fold hose from rod end of inner fold
cylinder to rod end of outer fold cylinder.
43. Fasten back fold hose from rear tee to base end of
outer fold cylinder.
44. Fasten hoses to wing frame with bolts and clamps
(provided) on hitch frame.Attach hose wraps on
hoses to prevent hoses from dragging or getting
pinched.
45. See “Attach Hose Clamps and Hose wraps” on
page 14 for proper assembly.
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Figure 9
4000 Hydraulic Wing Lift & Fold
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e
.
Refer to Figure 10
Attach Hose Clamps and Hose wraps
46. When all the hoses are hooked up and tightened properly, put hose clamps on hoses as shown.
47. Install hose wraps on hoses as needed.
Note: Be sure and get hoses and light wiring harness fas-
tened properly so they do not drag. Check to be sure
there is enough slack in hinge area when folding machine the first time.
Hydraulic Hose Hookup
48. 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.
ColorHydraulic Function
BlackLift (2 hoses)
GreenFold (2 hoses)
Refer to Figure 11
Hose Handles
49. To distinguish hoses on the same hydraulic circuit, refer
to hose handles. The hose under an extended-cylinder
symbol feeds a cylinder base end. The hose under a
retracted-cylinder symbol feeds a cylinder rod end.
50. Once all hoses are tightened, hook hoses to tractor
Figure 10
Hose Clamp Assembly
High Pressure Fluid Hazard:
Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Use
paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check for leaks.
Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when
working with hydraulic systems. Escaping fluid under press
can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin causing s
ous injury. If an accident occurs, seek immediate medical
assistance from a physician familiar with this type of injury
Only trained personnel should work on system hydraulics.
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Hose Handles
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Purging Hydraulic System
Refer to Figure 12
51. Charge the lift system first. Extend the lift cylinders
(black handles) until the center section is fully raise.
Remove the cylinder transport locks and store on lift
mechanism links. Raise and lower the gang system
several times to purge air from system. Watch for leaks
and retighten fittings if necessary.
52. You may now charge the fold system. Before charging
the fold cylinders, make sure the rod end of the cylinders are un-bolted or un-pinned and block is under cylinders as shown, so that when the rod is extended, it will
clear the wing fold brackets. Extend the fold cylinders
(green ends) completely and then close them. Extend
and retract the cylinders several times to purge air from
the system. Now the cylinders may be extended far
enough to be connected to the wing fold brackets.
53. See “Bolt may be tightened to specs, See “Torque
Values Chart” on page 23” on page 8 and See “3000
Hydraulic Wing Lift Assembly” on page 10 for hooking
up rod end of fold cylinders.
3
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2
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3
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4
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Purging Hydraulic System
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Light Bracket and SMV Assembly
Note: The light brackets will be shipped in right location,
but u-bolts will need to be removed and brackets
will need turned to correct position.
washers and 1/2 nuts, place in proper location, 3”
below bottom of wing stop tube and top edge of plate
of light bracket.
Refer to Figure 14
56. Install light bracket assemblies (model 1800) on
3
outside, rear of center frame between gang bar tube
and torque tube bracket with 1/2 x 3 1/32 x 6 u-bolts
, 1/2 lock washers and 1/2 nuts, bottom side of
4
frame tube.
57. Mount light bracket assemblies (model 1500)
5
same way as model 1800, only on top side of frame
tube,
Note: When the lights are mounted, be sure all plugs are
attached on the wiring harness.
55. Install light bracket assemblies(model 4000), with
1/28 x 3 1/32 x 4 u-bolts, 1/2 lock washers and 1/2
1
2
nuts, place in proper location, 8” from outside of vertical tube to inside edge of mounting plate of light
bracket.
58. Attach smv assembly (models 1200 & 1500) with
1/2 x 5 x 5 1/2 u-bolts, 1/2 lock washers and 1/2
6
7
nuts.
59. Mount smv sign (models 1800-4000) to plate on
wing stop with 1/4 x 3/4 pan head screws, lock
8
9
washers and 1/4 nuts.
60. Tighten all bolts to specs, See “Torque ValuesChart” on page 23.
2
2
1
1
Figure 13
Lights
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5
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6
9
7
Figure 14
Lights & SMV
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Rolling Harrow (optional)
Note: It is very important to install the rolling harrow
assembly in the order shown below and go to the
rolling harrow placement drawing, see “Layout
Section” of this manual for proper dimensions
where it is marked xxx in drawing below. The rolling harrow bracket dimensions are coming off
3
Refer to Figure 15
61. Start by installing the drag frameswith 3/4 x 2 hex
bolts, 3/4 lock washers and 3/4 nuts. Torque bolts
2
1
to 265 ft-lb.
62. Attach rolling harrow brackets in appropriate location with 5/8 x 3 1/32 x 4 1/2 u-bolts, secure with
3
4
5/8 lock washers and 5/8 nuts. Adjust the brackets to
dimensions shown in layout drawings and torque ubolts to 150 ft-lb.
63. Attach ball joint brackets and to rolling spike
tubes with 5/8 x 3 1/32 x 4 1/2 u-bolts, secure
84
67
with 5/8 lock washers and 5/8 nuts. Place left ball
joint brackets in proper location from layout draw-
6
1
of rear, front tube of drag frameto front of plate
of rolling harrow bracket. The ball joint bracket
is dimensioned off of end of rolling spike tube
68
3
to side of plate on ball joint bracket(dimensions
1
6
in layout drawings may come off either end of
tube). For complete parts breakdown see “Attachment Section” of Parts Manual.
ing and torque u-bolts to 150 ft-lb. Leave right ball
joint bracket loose, as it may need move a little to
bolt up to right rolling harrow bracket.
7
3
64. Carefully lower machine down or use fork lift (if available) to raise rolling harrow assemblies to attach
rolling harrow brackets. Align ball joint brackets
andto rolling harrow assemblies, secure with 1
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x 4 hex boltsand 1 nylon lock nut. Torque bolts to
5
36
9
645 ft-lb. Also torque the 5/8 x 3 1/32 x 4 1/2 u-bolts
in right ball joint brackets to 150 ft-lb.
47
65. Check to see that all bolts have been tightened to
specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on page 23.
2
4
3
4
7
6
8
5
4
Rolling Harrow
Figure 15
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Reel Following Rolling Harrow (optional)
Note: It is very important to install the reel assembly in
the order shown below and go to the rolling harrow
placement drawing, see “Layout Section” of this
manual for proper dimensions where it is marked
xxx in drawing below. The reel arm assemblies
dimensions are coming off of rear tube of drag
Refer to Figure 16
66. Install mounting reel arm assemblies in position
shown in reel following rolling harrow placement
drawing with 5/8 x 3 1/32 x 4 1/2 u-bolts, 5/8 lock
washers and 5/8 nuts. Torque u-bolts to 150ft-lb.
67. Attach reel tube assemblies in direction shown in
3
circle and place them in position shown (with arrow
1
2
frame to side of plate of reel arm assemblies.
The reel tube assemblies are dimensioned off
3
of end of reel tube to side of plate on reel arm
assembly (dimensions in layout drawings may
1
come off either end of tube). For complete parts
1
breakdown see “Attachment Section” of Parts
Manual.
towards machine) with 5/8 x 2 17/32 x 3 1/2 u-bolts
, secure with 5/8 lock washers and 5/8 nuts.
4
Torque u-bolts to 150ft-lb.
68. Check to see that all bolts have been tightened to
specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on page 23.
2
1
1
4
3
Figure 16
Reel Following Rolling Harrow
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Detracker Assembly (Optional)
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Note: See detracker assembly in “Parts Manual” for com-
plete parts breakdown.
Refer to Figure 17
69. Attach detracker mountto center gang hanger with
plate, using 5/8 x 8 hex bolts, 5/8 lock washers
23
and 5/8 nuts. See “Detracker Placement” on
page 20, for proper placement. Repeat same procedure for other side.
70. Mount shank assembly to detracker mount by
aligning the holes in the two plates (one on each
side). Align holes in shank clampson front side of
shank, secure assembly with 1/2 x 5 hex bolts
and 1/2 lock washers. These bolts thread into
shank clamp. See “Detracker Placement” on
page 20, for proper placement and adjustment.
71. Once every thing is adjusted, all bolts may be tight-
ened to specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on
page 23.
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5
6
8
6
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5
8
7
4
2
3
Figure 17
Detracker
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Detracker Placement
Refer to Figure 18
72. Adjust detracker frames to approximate location as
shown in Figure 5 to clear other parts on machine.
Adjust coulter assemblies to cover tire tracks.
Note: See detracker height adjustment in “Operator Man-
ual” for detracker adjustments before going to field.
Figure 18
Detracker Placement
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Install Rear Hitch (optional)
Note: The rear tow hitch will be shipped with big compo-
nents banded together and bolts will be in a box.
Carefully un-band the components. There are two different types of rear hitches, rear hitch extended or aframe style. See appropriate mounting directions listed below.
Extended Rear Hitch
Refer to Figure 19
73. Attach rear hitch brace brackets to rear of drag
frame with 5/8 x 3 1/32 x 4 1/2 u-bolts, 5/8 lock
washers and 5/8 nuts.
74. Attach middle of rear hitch armsto brace brackets
with 5/8 x 3 1/32 x 5 1/2 u-bolts, 5/8 lock washers
and 5/8 nuts. Attach front plates of rear hitch armsto
rear tube of center frame with 3/4 x 4 1/32 x 1/2 u-bolts
, 3/4 lock washers and 3/4 nuts.
5
75. Attach 46” cross arm to bottom side of rear hitch
arm plates with 5/8 x 3 1/32 x 4 1/2 u-bolts, secure
with 5/8 lock washers and 5/8 nuts.
Note: Do not tighten any bolts until every thing is installed.
76. The bolt on sleeve assembly with rigidor flex slide
may be fastened using 5/8 x 3 1/32 x 4 1/2 u-bolt,
secure with 5/8 lock washers and 5/8 nuts.
77. Tighten all bolts to specs, See “Torque Values Chart”
on page 23.
6
1
2
31
4
3
2
78
2
1
5
2
8
Rear Hitch
3
6
Figure 19
4
2
7
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A-Frame Hitch
Refer to Figure 20
78. Attach rear mounting bar to rear of center frame with
5/8 x 1 1/2 bolts, 5/8 lock washers and 5/8 nuts.
79. Attach a-frame hitchto rear of center frame with 5/8 x
4 1/32 x 4 1/4 u-bolts, 5/8 lock washers and 5/8 nuts.
80. Hitch will have either the flex slide assembly or the
rigid slide assembly. There will be a 3/4 x 1 1/2 hex
bolt and 3/4 jam nut in front hole of assembly to keep
7
the slide assembly from sliding clear out.
81. If machine is equipped with optional rear hitch accessory
kit may be installed as shown in “Parts Manual”.
82. Tighten all bolts to specs, See “Torque Values Chart”
on page 23.
83. Route hoses and light harness along hitch and frame
with hose clamps and hose wraps, provided.
Note: Be sure hoses and light harness is fastened securely so
they don’t drag or get pinched.
2
1
3
4
5
6
U
1
R
B
4
F
L
D
3
7
2
6
5
Figure 20
A-Frame Hitch
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Rear Stand
R
F
U
D
2
4
1
3
B
L
Figure 21
Rear Stand
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Refer to Figure 21
If machine is equipped with a rear attachment, be sure you install
the rear jack stand so machine doesn’t tip backwards when unhooking machine from tractor.
84. Attach the rear stand bracketto the center of, the rear
tube of the drag frame with 5/8x3x41/2u-bolts, 5/8
lock washers and 5/8 nuts.
85. Tightened u-bolts.
86. Slide the rear standthrough the rear stand bracket,
secure with the 3/4 x 4 1/2 pin rear stand bracket and
retainer.
87. Once the options are installed, fold the Turbo-Till to
check for clearance and interferences, also watch that
hoses do not get pinched.
Note: Double check that all bolts are tightened to specs, See
“Torque Values Chart” on page 23.Consult the “Oper-
ator’s Manual”, for the first time field adjustments before
going to the field.
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Appendix - Reference Information
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 2Grade 5Grade 8Class 5.8Class 8.8Class 10.9
a
b
d
N-m
ft-lb
7.41116
8.51318
152433
172637
274259
314767
436795
4975105
66105145
75115165
95150210
105165235
130205285
150230325
235360510
260405570
225585820
250640905
3408751230
3709551350
48010801750
54012101960
68015202460
75016802730
89019903230
101022703680
118026404290
133029704820
N-mN-m
5.6812
610145 811
111725121927
131927132129
203144243953
223549294562
324970426793
365578447097
49761056677105
558512068105150
7011015573115160
79120170105165230
97150210115180245
110170240145230300
170265375165260355
190295420205325450
165430605230480665
185475670355560780
250645910390610845
27570599570511201550
355795129078512401710
3958901440127019502700
50011201820138021903220
55512402010
65514702380
74516702710
87019503160
98021903560
Bolt Head Identification
Bolt
Size
ft-lbft-lbft-lbft-lbft-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
5.88.810.9
N-mN-mN-m
357
71115
172636
182839
335272
396185
5891125
6095130
90105145
92145200
99155215
145225315
155240335
195310405
220350485
280440610
310650900
4807601050
5258301150
96015102100
106016802320
173026503660
188029604100
946
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.
25199m
25199
Gang Bolt Torque 1 3/4”-5 850 Foot-pounds (165 lbs on 5’ cheater).
Rolling Harrow Spike Bolt 1 1/2”-6 650-750 Foot-pounds (175 lbs on 4’ cheater).
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Tire Inflation & Warranty
Tire Inflation Chart
WheelTire SizeInflation
Wing
Wing
Transport
& Wing
Wing
Transport
& Wing
Transport
Transport
Transport32-1505 x 16.5
Transport380/55R x 16.5
11L x 15
8-Ply RI
11L x 15
12-Ply RI
11L x 15
F-Ply RI
12L x 15
F-Ply RI
12L x 15
12-Ply RI
12.5L x 16.5
Load G Galaxy
33 x 15.5 x 16.5
14-Ply Skid Steer
Load G Galaxy
Load F RI
36 psi
(248 kPa)
52 psi
(360 kPa)
90 psi
(620 kPa)
90 psi
(620 kPa)
52 psi
(360 kPa
105 psi
(725 kPa
70 psi
(480 kPa)
105 psi
(725 kPa)
73 psi
(503 kPa)
Tire Warranty Information
All tires are warranted by the original manufacturer of the tire.
Tire warranty information is found in the brochures included with
your Operator’s and Parts Manuals or online at the manufacturer’s web sites listed below. For assistance or information, contact your nearest Authorized Farm Tire Retailer.
ManufacturerWeb site
Firestonewww.firestoneag.com
Gleasonwww.gleasonwheel.com
Titanwww.titan-intl.com
Galaxywww.atgtire.com
BKTwww.bkt-tire.com
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Hydraulic Connectors and Torque
Refer to Figure 22 (a hypothetical fitting)
Leave any protective caps in place until immediately prior
to making a connection.
1
NPT - National Pipe Thread
Note tapered threads, no cone/flare, and no O-ring.
Apply liquid pipe sealant for hydraulic applications.
Do not use tape sealant, which can clog a filter and/or
plug an orifice.
2
JIC - Joint Industry Conference (SAE J514)
Note straight threads and the 37° cone on
“M” fittings (or 37° flare on “F” fittings).
Use no sealants (tape or liquid) on JIC fittings.
3
ORB - O-Ring Boss (SAE J514)
Note straight threads and elastomer O-Ring.
Prior to installation, to prevent abrasion during tightening, lubricate O-Ring with clean hydraulic fluid.
Use no sealants (tape or liquid) on ORB fittings.
ORB fittings that need orientation, such as the ell
depicted, also have a washer and jam nut
(“adjustable thread port stud”). Back jam nut away
from washer. Thread fitting into receptacle until
O-Ring contacts seat. Unscrew fitting to desired
orientation. Tighten jam nut to torque specification.
45
57
89
5
Dash
Size
-4
-5
-5
-5
-6
-6
-6
-8
-8
-8
1
9
8
4
2
Figure 22
Hydraulic Connector ID
Fittings Torque Values
FittingN-mFt-Lbs
1
⁄4-18 NPT1.5-3.0 turns past finger
tight
1
⁄2-20 JIC19-2014-15
1
⁄2-20 ORB w/jam nut12-169-12
1
⁄2 -20 ORB straight19-2614-19
5
⁄16-18 JIC24-2718-20
5
⁄16-18 ORB w/jam nut16-2212-16
5
⁄16-18 ORB straight24-3318-24
3
⁄4 -16 JIC37-5327-39
3
⁄4 -16 ORB w/jam nut27-4120-30
3
⁄4-16 ORB straight37-5827-43
7
5
3
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1200TC & 1500TC Hydraulic Lift Layout
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1800TC Hydraulic Fold Layout
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4000TC Hydraulic Fold Layout
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1500TC Machine Layout
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