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For your safety and to develop a better understanding of
your equipment, thoroughly read the Operator’s Sections
of this manual before operation.
Safety Notations
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates that there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safetyprecautions mustbe taken. When you see this symbol,bealert and carefully readthemessage that followsit.
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.
Watch for the following Safety Notations throughout
your Operator’s Manual:
!
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.
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WARNING!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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Prior To Operation
1. Do not stand between the cart and implement during hitching.
2. Do not operate without safety chain properly attached to
tractor.
3. Make sure hydraulic lines are attached to correct ports.
4. Handle and apply chemically treated seeds according to
manufacturer’s recommendations.
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CAUTION!
Some illustrations in this manual may show shields or cover
panels removed for clarity. Never operate unit without all
shields and cover panels in place.
During Operation
1. Do not allow anyone to operate this machine who has not
been properly trained in its safe operation.
2. Do not let children operate the implement.
3. Never dismount from a moving tractor.
4. Put tractor in park, shut off engine, and remove key before
making any adjustments to the implement.
5. Do not leave the tractor or the implement unattended with
the engine running.
6. Never allow passengers
7. Never permit anyone to ride on or walk beside the implement.
8. Always fold and unfold implement SLOWLY and on level
ground.
9. Allow proper clearance both overhead and on the ground
when folding or unfolding.
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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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Safety Rules
These rules and instructions
must be revie wed at least ann uall y
by all operators!
Most accidents are the result of negligence and carelessness, caused by failure of the operator to follow safety
precautions. Even though your implement is designed
with many built-in safety features, the following precautions are mandatory to prevent such accidents.
Make sure everyone that uses this machine has read the
Operator’sManual and understands how to operate it
safely.
This Operator’sManual is considered a part of the implement and should remain so when loaned or sold.
!
DANGER!
Contact with overhead power lines can cause severe electrical
burns or death from electrocution. Make sure there is enough
clearancebetween all airdrill components and overheadpower
lines. Do not fold or unfold implement near power lines.
Transporting
1. Be alert to traffic when crossing or operating near road-
ways. Always maintain complete control of the machine.
Know your state and local laws concerning highway safety
and regulations. Comply with these laws when transporting
machinery.
2. Do not exceed 20 mph when transporting. Transport only
with a farm tractor of sufficient size and horsepower. Refer
to Recommended Tractor Size under the “Operating In-structions” section on page 29.
3. Be aware of any overhead or roadside obstructions when
transporting (i.e., power lines, bridges, fence rows, culverts, etc.).
4. Always make sure flashing lights, slow moving vehicle emblem, and reflectors are in place and visible prior to transporting the machine.
5. Use warning flags or approved warning lights when transporting at night or at other times of low visibility.
6. Always be aware that towing a large implement can signif-
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icantly increase stopping times and distances.
7. Reduce speed when transporting over hills or steep slopes.
8. Use caution and reduce speed when transporting or operating with full seed bins.
9. Never transport without all transport and fold locks in
place. See Folding the Drill under the “Operating Instruc-tions” on page 30.
After Operation
1. Detach and store implement in an area where children do
not play. Stabilize implement by using suitable supports and
wheel blocks.
2. Always store implement with all transport and fold locks in
place See Parking under the “Operating Instructions” on
page 32.
During Maintenance
1. Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed
by trained personnel using the correct tools and equipment.
2. Do not re-inflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously
under inflated. Have it checked by qualified personnel.
3. When removing or installing wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the weight involved.
4. Do not grease or oil implement while it is in use.
5. Always unfold implement and have cylinder lock channels
in place when lubricating or maintaining implement. See
Unfolding the Drill under the “Operating Instructions”
section on page 31.
6. After repairing or adjusting, make sure all tools and loose
parts are removed from the implement before attempting to
operate it.
Agricultural Chemicals
1. Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Always select the
correct chemical for the job. Improper usage of fertilizers,
fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and pesticides could
cause injury to all living things.
2. Always read instructions supplied by the manufacturers before opening chemical containers. Carefully read and follow instructions supplied by the chemical manufacturer
before each use.
3. Apply the same precautions when adjusting, servicing,
cleaning, or storing this implement as you would when putting chemicals into it.
4. Advise anyone who may come into contact with chemicals
of all safety precautions that should be observed.
5. Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
6. Store or dispose of all unused chemicals and chemical containers as specified by the chemical manufacturer.
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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
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by the manufacturer. When ordering new components make
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 where the label is to be placed.
b.Peel backing from label. Press firmly on surface
being careful not to cause air bubbles under label.
818-055C
Slow Moving Vehicle Label
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838-266C
Red Reflector
Located on each lift as-
sist arm.
838-265C
Amber Reflector
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Amber Reflector
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Amber Reflector
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Amber Reflector
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High Pressure Fluid
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Crushing Hazard
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Crushing Hazard
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Electrocution Hazard
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Electrocution Hazard
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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 the
machine.
Description of Unit
The 45', 7" row spacing air drill implement is a tillage-type
seedingimplement designed to tow behind a Great Plains
airdrill cart.The implement is configuredwith75 hoe-type
openers spaced 7 inches apart. The implement can also
be equipped with coulters spaced on 14” centers that split
every two openers. The cart suppliespneumatically conveyedseed or fertilizer to the implement where it is distributed to each opener. Seed and fertilizer can be delivered
separately (double shoot) to either the opener or the
coulter.
Features include:
• Minimum 28” distance from frame to ground for trash
clearance.
• Three ranks of openers and one rank of coulters or
openers spread across all four ranks for greater trash
clearance.
• Coulters which can be used for cutting residue in front of
openers and can also be used to apply fertilizer.
• Integral-style hitch which simplifies backing and elimi-
nates side to side motion on hillsides.
• Easily adjustable electric clutch height switch to shut off
metering system during headland turns.
• Low maintenance seed distribution tower system.
• Single and double shoot capabilities.
• C-Shank or Floating Hoe opener options.
• Five press wheel options.
dealer the white copy and send the pink copy to Great
Plains. Keep your copy in the manual for use when corresponding with the dealer.
To order a new Operator 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 contained within this manual was current
at the time of printing. Some parts may change slightly to
assure you of the best performance.
Terminology:
"Right" or "Left" as used in this manual is determined by
facingthe direction the machine will travelwhile in use unless otherwise stated.
Definitions:
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: Information, related to it’s proceeding topic
that the author feels would be of use.
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 1 for the location of your serialnumber
plate.
Intended Usage
This machine is intended to be used primarily for seeding
small grains and legumes in conventional tillage or no-till
applications. When used in conjunction with a Great
Plains air drill cart, the implement will evenly distribute
seed and fertilizer to each opener or coulter at an even
depth thereby promoting consistent seed emergence.
Using This Manual
ThisOperator’sSection is designed to help familiarize you
with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual and follow
the recommendations 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
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Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
Forpromptservicealwaysusetheserial numberandmodel
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numberwhenordering partsfrom your Great 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 for any reason you do not understand any part of
this manual or are not satisfied with the service received,
the following actions are suggested:
1.Discussthe matter with your dealership Service Manager make sure he is aware of any problems you may
haveand that he has had the opportunityto 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 245
Assaria, Ks. 67416
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Section 1 Assembly and Setup
Section 1 Assembly and Setup
The following information is general in nature and was
written to aid the operator in preparing the tractor and air
drill implement for use as well as to provide general operating procedures. The operator’s experience, familiarity
with the machine,and the followinginformation combined
should provide efficient drill operation and good working
habits.
Having all the parts and equipment readily at hand will
speed your assembly task and make the job as safe as
possible.
Pre-Assembly Checklist
CheckReference
All major frame componentsOperator’s
Fasteners and pins that were shipped with
the drill.
NOTE: If a pre-assembled part or fastener
is temporarily removed for assembly reasons, remember where it goes. Keep the
parts separated.
All working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight and cotter pins are spread.
All grease fittings are in place and lubricated.
Safety labels are correctly located and legi-
pre-assemb
ble. Replace if damaged.
Get
Red and amber reflectors are correctly
located and visible when the drill is in the
transport position.
Inflate tires to specified air pressure. Tighten
wheel bolts to specified torque.
Have a minimum of 2 people at hand while
assembling the drill.
Have a fork lift or hoist along with chains
and safety stands that are sized for the job
ready for the assembly task.
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The air drill implement is shipped via flat bed truck. The
implement is not fully assembled.
Make sure the assembly area is level and free of obstructions (preferablyan open concrete area). Make sure the
assembly area is large enough for the assembled machine. Final assembled width of implement will be 45'.
Unload all equipment before beginning assembly. Do not
attempt any assembly work while the drill is onthe truck.
Separatestackedframes.Leaveshipping standsattached
to the bottom of each frame section.
Read and understand the previous section, “ImportantSafety Information” beginning on page 1, before starting
assembly.
Implement Main Frame
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DANGER!
Crushing hazard. You may be severely injured or killed by the
implement frames if they fall. Always support the implement
frames with jack stands or blocks before working on implement
raised off the ground.
!
WARNING!
Obeyall safety instructions from lifting equipment manufacturer.
Do not walk or place any part of the body under the raised sections. Be sure shipping stands ar e securely attached prior to lifting.Be sure lifting equipment has enough capacity to lift sections.
NOTE:Each stack of frame sections can weigh up to
8,000 pounds depending on opener, press wheel,
and coulter options.
General Description
This section covers the dealer’s requirements to assemble
the drill.
Tools Required:
• Fork lift or overhead hoist with 8000# capacity.
• Tractor of sufficient size and horsepower with remote hy-
draulics.Refer to the RecommendedTractorSizeportion
of the “Assembly and Setup” section on page 29.
• General hand tools.
• Jack stands or blocks and safety chain.
Shipping Information
NOTE:You will also need approximately20gallonsof
hydraulic oil to refill the tractor’s hydraulic reservoir
after initial bleeding and cycling of the hydraulic lift
and fold systems.
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1. Remove the stacked implement sections fromthe
truck and placethem on the ground.
2. With all stacks securely on the ground, remove the u-
bolts from the bottom of the shipping stand on the
highestsectionssothatthe stand remains attached to
the upper section.
3. Carefully lift the section off of the stackand place it on
solid, levelground or concrete if available.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 with each section until all sec-
tions are separated and unstacked. Refer to for location of frame sections.
NOTE:Be sure that the pivot bushings are in place in
the pivot tubes before positioning sections.
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With the shipping stands still bolted to each frame section,
usethe hoist orforkliftto moveframesections three(#3)and
four(#4) to center of assembly area, refer to Figure 1-1 and
Figure 1-2. Alignflanges (#1) on each frame section and
bolt together using 3/4” x 2 3/4” bolts (#6), 3/4” lock washers (#7), and 3/4” hex nuts (#8). Attach a flex-limiter strap
(#2) to each side of cylinder lugs (#5) using a 1” x 3 1/2”
bolt (#6).
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Figure 1-2
Refer to Figure 1-3:
Withtheshippingstands still bolted to each frame section,
moveframe section two (#2) so that the pivotbushingend
is aligned with the clevis end of frame section three (#3).
Be sure frame section two is not confused with frame section five. This can be avoided by making sure the fold
tubes (#1) are aligned before the frame sections are
joined.
Frame Locations
Figure 1-1
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Figure 1-3
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Connectframe section two(#2)toframesection three (#3)
usingtwo pivotclevisbolts(#4)and1” locknuts(#5). Make
sure the pivot clevis bolt heads are oriented to the outside
of the clevis and seated next to the welded key stock on
the clevis.This will preventrotation of the bolt in the clevis.
Repeat the above steps when joining frame section five to
frame section four.
Refer to Figure 1-4:
Moveframe section one(#1) so that the pivotbushing end
is aligned with the clevisend of frame section two (#2). Be
sure frame section one is not confused with frame section
six.Thiscan be avoidedbymaking sure the liftassistarms
(#3) are positioned in the same direction as that of frame
sections three and four.
Connect frame section one (#1) to frame section two (#2)
using two pivot clevis bolts (#4), and 1” nuts (#5). Make
sure the pivot clevis bolt heads are oriented to the outside
of the clevis and seated next to the welded key stock on
the clevis.
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Figure 1-4
Repeat the above steps when joining frame section 6 to
frame section 5.
The frame sections should now be assembled and still
supported by the shipping stands.
Hydraulic Cylinder Mounting Locations
Refer to Figure 1-5:
NOTE: Failure to correctly mount cylinders could
cause damage to the implement voiding the warranty.
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Hydraulic Cylinder Mounting Locations for Floating Hoe vs. Spring Shank
Figure 1-5
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