Great Plains EWD13 4109R+ Operator Manual

Operator’s Manual

13-Foot End Wheel Drill

Model Serial No.

EWD13 4109R+

Manufacturing, Inc.

P.O. Box 5060 ● Salina, Kansas 67402-5060

Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent in-

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structions and warnings are serious -follow without exception. Your life andthelives of
others depend on it!

EWD13

© Copyright 1997 Printed

9/5/97

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Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.

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DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST

PREDELIVERY

Before delivering machine the following check list should be completed. Use this Owner’s Manual as a guide.

1. ❑ Assembly completed.

2. ❑ Fluids added & checked.

3. ❑ All grease fittings lubricated. Refer to "Maintenance & Lubrication" section.

4. ❑ Check & tighten all hardware. Refer to "Nut & Bolt Torquing Chart".

5. ❑ All decals are in place & readable. See "Decal Placement" section.

6. ❑ All safety shields or guards are in place.

7. ❑ Overall conditions good {i.e. paint, welds}.

This check list is to remain in Owner’s Manual.

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It is the responsibility of the dealer to complete the procedures listed above BEFORE delivery of this
machine to the customer.

DELIVERY

Review this Owner’s Manual with the customer. Explain the following & check off as completed.

1. ❑ Safety procedures for operation & service.

2. ❑ Basic operating & adjustments.

3. ❑ Daily & periodic maintenance & lubrication. Refer to "Maintenance & Lubrication" section.

4. ❑ Correct lubricants & usage.

5. ❑ Great Plains parts & service.

6. ❑ Record serial number. See "Introduction" on next page.

7. ❑ Remind customer that alldecals should remain in place & readable. See "Decal Placement" section& con-

tact dealership for replacements when needed.

8. ❑ Remind customer that ALL safety shields & guards are not to be removed.

9. ❑ Give customer this Owner’s Manual & encourage them to read it.

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Your Great Plains End Wheel Drill is designed to give you many years of dependable service. This
manual has been prepared to instruct you in the safe and efficient operation of this machine. Read
and study it thoroughly. Follow all instructions and service procedures carefully.

The parts on your End Wheel Drill have been specially designed and should only be replaced with
genuine Great Plains parts. Therefore; should your drill require replacements parts, purchase them
from your Great Plains Dealer.

Spacehas beenprovided below for you torecord yourmodel numberand serialnumber of your drill.
Be sure to bring this information with you to your dealer when ordering parts or attachments for your
drill.

The following signal symbol and words should be clearly understood! Whenseen in this manual or
on your equipment, this symbol and words will alert you to the seriousness of a situation. They
should not be ignored or taken lightly.

INTRODUCTION

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The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates that there is a potential hazard to personal safety

involved and extra safety precautions 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.

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.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicatesa potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor

or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Thank you for buying a Great Plains End Wheel Drill.

SERIAL NUMBER ___________________

MODEL NUMBER ___________________

DATE PURCHASED _________________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Delivery Check Lists---------------------------------------------------------------------0-1
Introduction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------0-2
Table of Contents ------------------------------------------------------------------------0-3

Safety Rules ------------------------------------------------------------------------------1-1
Safety Decals -----------------------------------------------------------------------------1-2
Safety Decal Placement ----------------------------------------------------------------1-3
Nut & Bolt Torquing Chart -------------------------------------------------------------1-4
Tire Inflation Chart -----------------------------------------------------------------------1-4

Tongue & Pull Bar Assembly ----------------------------------------------------------2-1
Step Assembly ----------------------------------------------------------------------------2-2
Tractor Requirements--------------------------------------------------------------------2-3
Tractor Draw Bar Hook-Up-------------------------------------------------------------2-3
Tractor Hydraulic Hook-Up-------------------------------------------------------------2-3
Bleeding Opener Lift Hydraulics------------------------------------------------------2-4

Transport Lock-----------------------------------------------------------------------------3-1
Hydraulic Depth Control ----------------------------------------------------------------3-1
Transporting--------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-2

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Drive Train

Clutch -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4-1
Chain Drive ------------------------------------------------------------------------------4-1

Seed Calibration -------------------------------------------------------------------------5-1

Changing Drive Sprockets-----------------------------------------------------------5-1
Setting Seed-Rate Handle-----------------------------------------------------------5-2
Positioning Seed-Cup Doors--------------------------------------------------------5-2
Checking Seeding Rate --------------------------------------------------------------5-2

Seed Rate Charts ------------------------------------------------------------------------5-3
Granular Fertilizer Operating Instructions------------------------------------------6-1

Fertilizer Application Chart-------------------------------------------------------------6-1
Fertilizer Drive-----------------------------------------------------------------------------6-2

Press Wheel Depth Adjustments-----------------------------------------------------7-1
Press Wheel Angle Adjustment {2" x 13" Double "V"} --------------------------7-1
Individual Opener Spring Pressure Setting----------------------------------------7-2
Seeding In Tractor Tire Tracks---------------------------------------------------------7-2

Drill Preparation---------------------------------------------------------------------------8-1
Operating Check List -------------------------------------------------------------------8-1

Maintenance & Lubrication ------------------------------------------------------------9-1
Storage -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9-1

Trouble Shooting ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-1
Specifications --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-3

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SAFETY RULES

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The safe operation of machinery is a big concern to farmers and manufacturers. Wehave designed
our End Wheel Drill with many built-in safety features. However, no one should operate this drill
before carefully reading this Owner’s Manual.

1. NEVER permit anyone to ride on or walk beside the drill when moving.

2. NEVER permit anyone to ride on tractor when the drill is being moved.

3. NEVER allow anyone to be near the drill when performing operating functions with the drill or
tractor.

4. DO NOT allow anyone to operate the Drill who has not been properly trained in its safe opera­tion.

5. ALWAYS fasten the drill hitch securely to the tractor drawbar with a safety lock type pin & fas­ten safety chain securely to tractor.

6. NEVER load the drill without being hooked up to a tractor

7. NEVER exceed 20 MPH when transporting.

8. Extra care should be taken when transporting with seed in the boxes.

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9. Reduce speed of the tractor when transporting over uneven or rough terrain. Avoid all chuck
holes and washboard areas in roads.

10. Reduce speed of the tractor when transporting over hills or steep slopes.

11. When in transport, use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to operators of other
vehicles and use safety hitch chain. Comply with all Federal, State and Local laws when trav­eling on public roads.

12. Use "Slow Moving Vehicle" emblem for warning vehicles approaching from the rear.

13. When transporting, remember the drill is wider than your tractor and extreme care must be tak­en to allow for safe clearance.

14. NEVER back up when openers are in the ground.

15. ALWAYS set the drill in field position BEFORE lubrication, making adjustments, or servicing.

16. DO NOT lubricate, adjust or repair the drill while it is in operation.

17. DO NOT permit smoking, sparks, or an open flame where combustible lubricants or liquids are
being used.

18. When using treated seed, avoid direct contact with the seed.

19. When using compressed air to clean the drill, wear safety glasses.

20. NEVER unhook drill from tractor when negative tongue weight is present.

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CAUTION! Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the

skin. Check all hydraulic lines and hoses BEFORE applying pressure. Fluid escaping from
a very small hole can be almost invisible. Use paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks. If injured, seek medical assistance from a doctor that is familiar
with this type of injury. Foreign fluids in the tissue must be surgically removed within a few
hours or gangrene will result.

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SAFETY DECALS

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Slow Moving Vehicle

Emblem

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WARNING

20 MPH MAX.

TRANSPORT SPEED

EXCEEDING 20 MPH MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE
CONTROL AND / OR IMPLEMENT DAMAGE

818-188C

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* Your End Wheel Drill comes equipped with all safety decals in place.
* Always keep safety decals clean and legible.
* Replace all damaged or missing safety decals. To order new safety decals go to your Great

Plains Dealer and reference part numbers as shown on page 1-3.

Reflector - Red Reflector - Amber

818-229C818-230C

* To install new safety decals:

A) Clean the area the decal is to be placed. (Refer to page 1-3.)
B) Peel backing from decal and press firmly onto clean surface.

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SAFETY DECAL PLACEMENT {175-087A}

Includes ALL SAFETY Decals As Shown Below.

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Ref. Part No. Description

1. 818-188C Warning Transport Speed

2. 818-229C Amber Reflectors

3. 818-230C Red Reflectors

4. 818-055C Slow Moving Vehicle

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NUT & BOLT TORQUING CHART

This chart is based on torque requirements in foot pounds for grade 5 bolts.

BOLT MINIMUM MAXIMUM BOLT MINIMUM MAXIMUM

DIAMETER TORQUE TORQUE DIAMETER TORQUE TORQUE

1/4” 9 11 3/4” 270 324

5/16” 17 20 7/8” 400 480

3/8” 35 42 1" 580 696

7/16” 54 64 1 1/8” 800 880

1/2” 80 96 1 1/4” 1120 1240

9/16” 110 132 1 3/8” 1460 1680

5/8” 150 180 1 1/2” 1940 2200

NOTE: Torque requirements listed above do not apply to self-locking nuts. For self-locking nuts increase the torque
requirements listed above by 15%.

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TIRE INFLATION CHART

TIRE SIZE INFLATION PSI

5.90 x 15" 4 Ply Rib Implement 32

7.50 x 20" 4 Ply Rib Implement 28

9.0 x 22.5 10 Ply Highway Service 70 70

9.0 x 24" 8 Ply Rib Implement 40

9.5L x 15" 6 Ply Rib Implement 32

9.5L x 15" 8 Ply Rib Implement 44

9.5L x 15" 12 Ply Rib Implement 60
11L x 15" 6 Ply Rib Implement 28

11L x 15" 12 Ply Rib Implement 52

12.5L x 15" 8 Ply Rib Implement 36

12.5L x 15" 10 Ply Rib Implement 44

16.5L x 16.1" 10 Ply Rib Implement 36
41 x 15" x 18 22 Ply Rib Implement 44

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