Great Plains MF45 Operator Manual
Operator’ s Manual
1993+ MF30, MF40 & MF45
Manual Fold Sprayer Booms
Manufacturing, Inc.
Read the operator’s manual entirely.Whenyouseethissymbol, the subsequent
instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and
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the lives of others depend on it!
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Wear Protective Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Handle Chemicals Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Description of Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Intended Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Models Covered. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tractor Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before You Start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Sprayer/Boom Assembly Instructions . . . . . . 10
3-Point/Boom Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . 14
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Basic Sprayer Operating Procedures. . . . . . . 15
Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
General Notes For Field Operation . . . . . . . . 18
Operating Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Boom Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Nozzle Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Break-Away Pivot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Maintenance and Lubrication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Equipment Cleanup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Swing Arm Pivot Joints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Break-Away Boom Pivot. . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Hinge Tube Pivot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Outer Fold Arm Pivot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
© Copyright 1997Allrights Reserved
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication“as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been takenin the
preparationofthismanual,GreatPlainsMan uf acturing,Inc.assumesno responsibility for errorsoromissions.Neither is any liabilityassumedfordamages resulting from
theuseof the information contained herein. Great Plains Manufacturing,Inc. reservestheright to reviseandimproveits products as it sees fit. This publication describes
the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future.
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All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Printed in the United States of America.
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Important Safety Information
Look for Safety Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is
apotential hazard to personal safetyinvolvedand
extrasafety 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.
Important Safety Information
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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.
WARNINGindicates a potentially hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided,could resultin 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.
DANGER
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WARNING
!
CAUTION
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Be Familiar with Safety Decals
▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page 8,
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
▲ Fold the Manual Fold Sprayer Boom, put trac-
tor in park, turn off engine, and remove the
key .
▲ Secure Manual Fold Sprayer Boom using
blocks and supports provided.
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▲ Detach and store Manual Fold Sprayer Boom
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.
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.
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Transport Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for implement is 20
mph. Some rough terrains require a slower
speed.Sudden brakingcan cause atowed loadto
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 Manual Fold
Sprayer Boom in case of breakdown on the
road.
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▲ Keep clear of overhead power lines and other
obstructions when transporting. Refer to transport dimensions under “Specifications and
Capacities,” page 23.
▲ Do not fold or unfold the Manual Fold Sprayer
Boom 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.
▲ Fold the Manual Fold Sprayer Boom, put trac-
tor in park, turn off engine, and remove key
before performing maintenance.
▲ Make sure all moving parts have stopped and
all system pressure is relieved.
▲ Allow Manual Fold Sprayer Boom to cool com-
pletely.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before
servicing or adjusting electrical systems or
before welding on Manual Fold Sprayer Boom.
▲ 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 Man-
ual Fold Sprayer Boom before operation.
Prepare for Emergencies
▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
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▲ Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambu-
lance, hospital and fire department near
phone.
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.
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Wear Pr otective Equipment
Great Plains advises all users of chemical pesticides or
herbicides to use the following personal safety
equipment.
▲ Waterproof, wide-brimmed hat
▲ Waterproof apron.
▲ Face shield, goggles or full face respirator.
▲ Goggles with side shields or a full face respirator is
required if handling or applying dusts, wettable powders, or granules or if being exposed to spray mist.
▲ Cartridge-type respirator approved for pesticide
vapors unless label specifies another type of respirator.
▲ Waterproof, unlined gloves. Neoprene gloves are
recommended.
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▲ Cloth coveralls/outer clothing changed daily; water-
proof items if there is a chance of becoming wet with
spray
▲ Waterproof boots or foot coverings
▲ Do not wear contaminated clothing. Wash protective
clothing and equipment with soap and water after
each use. Personal clothing must be laundered separately from household articles.
▲ Clothing contaminated with certain pesticides must
be destroyed according to state and local regulations. Read chemical label for specific instructions.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job.
Avoid loose-fitting clothing.
▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hear-
ing impairment or loss. Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Avoid wearing radio headphones while operating
machinery. Operating equipment safely requires the
full attention of the operator.
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Handle Chemicals Properly
▲ Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s
instructions.
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ 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 chemicals as
specified by the chemical manufacturer.
▲ Before adding chemical to the tank, make
sure tank is at least half full. Do not pour concentrate into an empty tank.
▲ Never leave fill hose attached to the sprayer
after filling tank. Chemicals in tank can siphon
out of tank and contaminate freshwater
source.
▲ Always keep hand-wash tank filled with clean
water and have soap available in case of an
emergency. Immediately and thoroughly flush
any area of the body that is contaminated by
chemicals.
▲ Spray only with acceptable wind conditions.
Wind speed must be below 5 mph. Make sure
wind drift of chemicals will not affect any surrounding land, people or animals.
▲ Never wash out the sprayer tank within 100
feet of any freshwater source or in a car wash.
▲ Rinse out the tank. Spray rinse water on last
field sprayed.
▲ Do not touch sprayer components with mouth
or lips.
▲ If chemical is swallowed, carefully follow the
chemical manufacturer’s recommendations
and consult with a doctor.
▲ If persons are exposed to a chemical in a way
that could affect their health, consult a doctor
immediately with the chemical label or container in hand. Any delay could cause serious
illness or death.
▲ Dispose of empty chemical containers prop-
erly. By law rinsing of the used chemical container must be repeated three times. Puncture
the container to prevent future use. An alternative is to jet-rinse or pressure rinse the container.
▲ Wash hands and face before eating after
working with chemicals. Shower as soon as
spraying is completed for the day.
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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 Manual Fold Sprayer Boom
functions.
▲ Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave Manual Fold Sprayer Boom unat-
tended with tractor engine running.
▲ Do not dismount a moving tractor. Dismount-
ing a moving tractor could cause serious injury
or death.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor and Manual
Fold Sprayer Boom during hitching.
▲ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from
power-driven parts.
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▲ Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entangle-
ment with moving parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding
and raising Manual Fold Sprayer Boom. Make
sure all persons are clear of working area.
▲ Do not turn tractor too tightly, causing Manual
Fold Sprayer Boom to ride up on wheels. This
could cause personal injury or equipment
damage.
▲ Use only water without pesticides added to
calibrate the sprayer. Do not exceed the calibrated sprayer speed and pressure when
operating.
▲ When using a PTO pump, be sure that PTO
shield is in place on the tractor, PTO coupler
bolts are torqued to the correct specification,
and torque bar is properly chained to tractor
drawbar.
▲ Spray with the boom in the unfolded position
only.
▲ The boom has many pinch points during field
operation and folding. Keep all bystanders
away.
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