Great Plains 6328 Operator Manual
Operator’s Manual
Series VII 6113, 6116, 6318,
6320, 6323, 6325 & 6328
Field Cultivator, Floating Hitch
Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent
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instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the
lives of others depend on it.
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Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
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Great Plains Mfg., Inc. First Page ► Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Important Safety Information ..........................1
Safety Rules...................................................6
Safety Decals ................................................7
Introduction ........................................................12
Description of Unit........................................12
Using this Manual ........................................12
Definitions..............................................12
Owner Assistance..........................................12
Assembly and Setup Assistance....................13
Product Support .....................................13
Pre-Assembly Checklist ........................13
Section 1 Assembly .............................................14
Center Torque Tube & Walking Beam
Assembly ...................................................... 14
6113 & 6116 Wing Frame Assembly ...........15
6318-6328 Inside Wing and Wheel Arm
Assembly .................................................16
Brace Bar and Wing Brace Assembly ..........17
Wing Fold Bracket Assembly ......................17
Level Bar Assembly .....................................18
Caster Wheel Linkage & Hitch Pole
Assembly .................................................19
Center Lift Cylinder, Rest Pads and
Hydraulic Valves Assembly ....................20
Fold Cylinders and Rocker Arm Assembly .21
Center Wing Stop Assembly ........................22
Completing Setup .........................................23
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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
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All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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Printed in the United States of America.
Section 2 Hydraulics ..........................................24
Typical Lift Hose Layout ............................. 24
Typical Fold Hose Layout ............................ 25
Section 3 Shank Placement ............................... 26
6113 Shank Layout, Floating Hitch ............. 26
6116 Shank Layout, Floating Hitch ............. 27
6318 Shank Layout, Floating Hitch ............. 28
6320 Shank Layout, Floating Hitch ............. 29
6323 Shank Layout, Floating Hitch ............. 30
6325 Shank Layout, Floating Hitch ............. 31
6328 Shank Layout, Floating Hitch ............. 32
Section 4 Operating and Maintenance
Instructions .........................................................33
Prior To Going To The Field ....................... 33
General Operating Instructions and
In-Field Adjustments .................................... 34
Maintenance and Lubrication ....................... 36
Section 5 Specification and Capacities ............. 37
Appendix .............................................................38
Torque Values for Common Bolt Sizes ....... 38
Tire Inflation Chart ...................................... 38
Warranty ....................................................... 39
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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
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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.
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CAUTION
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Be Familiar with Safety Decals
• Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page
7, thoroughly.
• Read all instructions noted on the decals.
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 dur-
ing operation.
Shutdown and Storage
• Lower Series VII Field Cultivator, put tractor
in park, turn off engine, and remove the key.
• Secure Series VII Field Cultivator using
blocks and supports provided.
• Detach and store Series VII Field Cultivator
in an area where children normally do not
play.
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 imple-
ment.
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Transport Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for implement is 20
mph. Some rough terrains require a slower
speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load
to swerve and upset.
• Do not exceed 20 mph. 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 state and local laws.
• Do not tow an implement that, when fully
loaded, weighs more than 1.5 times the
weight of towing vehicle.
• Carry reflectors or flags to mark tractor and
implement 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,” page 37.
• Do not fold or unfold the wings while the
tractor is moving.
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 immedi-
ately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
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Practice Safe Maintenance
• Understand procedure before doing work.
Use proper tools and equipment. Refer to
this manual for additional information.
• Work in a clean, dry area.
• Lower the Series VII Field Cultivator, 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.
• 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
Series VII Field Cultivator before operation.
Prepare for Emergencies
• Be prepared if a fire starts.
• Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher
handy.
• Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambu-
lance, hospital and fire department near
phone.
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
radio headphones while operating
machinery.
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Handle Chemicals Properly
• Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous.
Improper use can seriously injure persons,
animals, plants, soil and property.
• Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Wear protective clothing.
• Handle all chemicals with care.
• Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of
chemical fire.
• Store or dispose of unused chemicals as
specified by chemical manufacturer.
Use A Safety Chain
• Use a safety chain to help control drawn
machinery should it separate from tractor
drawbar.
• Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or
greater than the gross weight of towed
machinery.
• Attach chain to tractor drawbar support or
other specified anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in chain to permit turning.
• Replace chain if any links or end fittings are
broken, stretched or damaged.
• Do not use safety chain for towing.
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 to 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 Rules
• Thoroughly read and understand the
instructions in this manual before operation.
Read all instructions noted on the safety
decals.
• Be familiar with all Series VII Field Cultivator
functions.
• Operate machinery from the driver’s seat
only.
• Do not leave Series VII Field Cultivator unat-
tended with tractor engine running.
• Do not transport the field cultivator until
the transport position and transport pins
and all wing locks are installed.
• Limit transport speed to 20 m.p.h.
• Know the transport height of your unit and be
extremely careful of overhead electrical and
telephone lines when transporting the unit.
• Know the transport width of your machine and
the width of bridges, etc… on the transport
route.
• Make sure that no one is near the machine
during field operation and folding or unfolding
of wing sections.
• Prior to removing any lift cylinders from the
machine, lower implement to the ground, shut
off the tractor and release the pressure in the
lines.
• Do not depend on cylinders to hold the weight
of machine during storage; use the transport
locks.
• Do not walk or stand on any part of the
machine. Never allow anyone to ride on the
field cultivator.
• Use extreme care when hitching or unhitching
the machine from the tractor. In some
situations with a heavy finishing attachment,
the machine may tip backward causing the
hitch to rise rapidly.
• Never stand with feet under any part of the
machine.
• Never allow anyone to walk between the
tractor and field cultivator while machine is in
operation.
• Keep hands and feet away from cultivator
sweeps. They are quite sharp.
• Any moving piece of equipment is potentially
dangerous. Do not operate until you are
absolutely sure the area is clear of children,
pets and irresponsible persons.
• Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can
have sufficient force to penetrate the skin,
causing serious injury. To prevent injury
when working with hydraulics, follow the
instructions on page 3.
• Before transporting the unit on public roads,
check to make sure the safety reflectors are
clean and visible, and not missing or
damaged. Turn on tractor warning lights
when transporting.
• Make sure all safety signs are clean, readable
and not damaged. Contact Great Plains Mfg.
for free replacements if necessary.
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Safety Decals
Your implement comes equipped with all safety
decals in place. They were designed to help you
safely operate your implement.
• Read and follow decal directions.
• 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 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.
Slow Moving Vehicle Emblem
Quantity 1
Reflector – Amber
838-615C
Quantity 8: Two on light bracket, two on
center frame and two on center brace bar.
Two on rear of finishing attachment (not
shown), visible from side while folded for
transport.
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Reflector – Red
838-614C
Quantity 2
Reflector – Florescent Orange
838-603C
Quantity 2
Caution
838-598C
Quantity 1
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Danger Electrocution Hazard
838-599C
Quantity 1
Danger Crushing Hazard
838-600C
Quantity 1
Warning Overhead Wing Hazard
838-602C
Quantity 4: 6318, 6320, 6323, 6325 & 6328
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Warning High Pressure Fluid Hazard
838-610C
Quantity 1
Warning Crushing Hazard
838-611C
Quantity 1
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Warning Wing Falling Hazard
838-612C
Quantity 2: 6318, 6320, 6323, 6325 & 6328
Notice
838-613C
Quantity 1
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