Great Plains NTA3007 Operator Manual
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9 Meter/30 Foot No-Till Air Drills
Operator Manual
2012+ NTA907 or NTA3007
Manufacturing, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Equipment Identification .............................................1
North American Models NTA3007..................................1
Export Models NTA907 ..................................................1
Machine Record .............................................................2
Machine Log...............................................................2
Machine Details..........................................................2
Dealer Information......................................................2
Great Plains Regional Agent ...................................... 2
Introduction ..................................................................3
Description of Unit ..........................................................3
Intended Usage ..............................................................3
Using This Manual
Document Family........................................................4
Definitions................................................................... 4
Owner Assistance ..........................................................4
Important Safety Information ......................................5
Safety Decals ...............................................................11
Preparation and Setup ...............................................26
Initial Setup...................................................................26
Seasonal Setup ............................................................26
Pre-Planting Setup .......................................................26
Hitching Tractor to Drill.................................................27
Hydraulic Hose Hook-Up..............................................28
Brake Hook-Up (Option)...............................................29
Electrical Hook-Up........................................................30
Beacon Operation (NTA907 only) ............................31
Stow Wheel Chocks .....................................................31
Heights and Levelling ...................................................32
Marker Setup................................................................32
Operating Instructions...............................................33
Pre-Start Checklist .......................................................33
CFM Overview.......................................................... 33
Unfolding the Drill .........................................................34
Unfold: Summary of Steps........................................35
Lowering and Raising Drill............................................42
Lowering...................................................................42
Raising .....................................................................43
Folding the Drill ............................................................44
Fold: Summary of Steps...........................................45
Fold: Set Tractor for Fold..........................................47
Fold: Fold Wings.......................................................47
Transporting the Air Drill...............................................50
Tractor Requirements............................................... 51
Transport Checklist .................................................. 51
Brake Operation (Option)............................................. 52
Single-Line Hydraulic Brake Operation ................ 52
Dual-Line Air/Hydraulic Brake Operation .............52
Ladder Operations ....................................................... 54
Using Ladder............................................................54
Storing Ladder.......................................................... 54
Hopper Lids.................................................................. 55
Strainer..................................................................... 57
Meter Doors ................................................................. 57
Meter Door Opening................................................. 58
Meter Door Closing .................................................. 58
Auger Operations (Option)........................................... 59
Deploying Auger....................................................... 60
Auger Hydraulic Controls ......................................... 62
Tractor Lever for Auger ........................................ 62
Selector Valve ...................................................... 62
Auger Direction Valve .......................................... 63
Storing Auger ........................................................... 64
Orient Inlet and Outlet .......................................... 64
Loading Materials......................................................... 65
Loading Material Safely............................................ 65
Loading: Use a Tractor............................................. 66
Loading: Select Hoppers to Use .............................. 66
Loading: Air-Out System .......................................... 66
Loading: Prepare Hopper(s)..................................... 66
Loading: with Auger ................................................. 67
Loading: Close-Out .................................................. 67
Collection Chute Operation.......................................... 68
Using the Collection Chute....................................... 68
Calibration Crank ......................................................... 69
Fan Operation .............................................................. 71
Marker Operation (Option) ........................................... 73
Field Operations........................................................... 75
Field Operation ............................................................ 76
Seed Monitor............................................................76
Unloading Materials ..................................................... 77
Unloading Without Auger ......................................... 77
Auger Unloading: Rear Hopper................................ 78
Auger Unloading: Front Hopper ............................... 80
Parking......................................................................... 81
Storage ........................................................................ 82
Adjustments ............................................................... 83
Setting Material Rates.................................................. 84
Check Contact Tires................................................. 84
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Check Flute Shaft Type ........................................... 84
Find Your Chart and Rate ........................................ 85
Monitor Material Configuration................................. 86
Meter Rate Adjustment ............................................ 87
Seed Meter Final Drive Range............................. 88
Disable a Seed Meter........................................... 88
Setting Variable Rate Gearbox ............................ 89
Manual Rate Setting............................................. 89
Variable Rate (Servo) Rate Setting...................... 89
Meter Calibration.......................................................... 90
Calibration Crank Revolutions.............................. 92
Variable Rate (Servo) Calibration ............................ 95
Calibration Crank Revolutions.............................. 95
Contact Drive Adjustment ............................................ 97
Fan Speed Adjustments............................................... 98
Recommended Fan Speeds ................................ 98
Implement Lift Switch Adjustment................................ 99
Planting Depth Adjustments....................................... 100
Opener Down-Force (Hydraulic) ................................ 101
Adjusting Hydraulic Down Pressure....................... 102
Control Valve Overview ......................................... 103
Setting the Bypass Valve ....................................... 104
Bypass with LS or PFC Closed Systems ............... 105
Priority Flow Hydraulic Systems............................. 105
Opener Sub-Frame Adjustment ................................. 106
Adjusting Weight Transfer...................................... 107
Frame-Mounted Coulters (Option) ............................. 108
Frame-Mounted Coulter Force............................... 109
07 Series Row Unit Adjustments ............................... 110
Row Unit Spring Adjustment .................................. 111
Disc Blade Adjustments ......................................... 111
Adjusting Disk Contact ....................................... 112
Disc Scraper Adjustments...................................... 112
Seed Firmer Adjustments ...................................... 113
Opener Depth (Press Wheel Height) ..................... 114
Marker Adjustments ................................................... 115
Marker Disc Adjustment......................................... 115
Troubleshooting....................................................... 116
Brake Troubleshooting (Option)................................. 120
Maintenance and Lubrication ................................. 122
Maintenance .............................................................. 123
Chain Maintenance ................................................ 123
Material Clean-Out................................................. 124
Problem Clean-Out ............................................ 125
Removing Meter Box.......................................... 125
Hopper Entry ...................................................... 126
Hydraulic Maintenance .......................................... 128
Hydraulic Maintenance Safety Information ........ 128
Bleeding Hydraulics ........................................... 128
Bleeding Tilt Hydraulics ......................................129
Bleeding Fold Hydraulics ....................................130
Bleeding Hook Hydraulics...................................130
Bleeding Down-Pressure Hydraulics ..................131
In-Line Filter........................................................132
Marker Maintenance ...............................................133
Marker Shear Bolt...............................................133
Marker Hydraulic Bleeding..................................133
Marker Chain Length ..........................................134
Marker Grease Seal............................................134
Brake Maintenance (Option)...................................135
Brake Line Charge and Bleed.............................135
Air Brake Maintenance .......................................137
Brake Drum and Liner Maintenance ...................138
Brake Shoe Replacement...................................139
Brake Drum Maintenance ...................................143
Mounting Wheels ................................................144
Test and Adjust Brakes.......................................144
Levelling Drill ..........................................................145
Section Alignment...................................................145
Tool Bar Heights .................................................146
Seed Flap Replacement .........................................147
Beacon Maintenance (NTA907 only)..........................147
Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance ...................148
Options ......................................................................157
Appendix A - Reference Information ......................163
Specifications and Capacities.....................................163
NTA907 Export Models...........................................163
NTA3007 North America Models ............................164
Dimensions (Transport) NTA907 Export Models........165
Tire Inflation Chart ......................................................166
Hydraulic Connectors and Torque..............................166
Torque Values Chart ..................................................167
Seed Hose Port Maps ................................................168
Monitor Setup Data.....................................................174
Chain Routing.............................................................175
LH Contact Drive Chains ........................................175
Gearbox and Meter Chains.....................................176
Hydraulic Diagrams ....................................................177
Appendix B - Initial Setup ........................................183
Console Installation ....................................................183
Initial Marker Setup.....................................................183
Marker Extension....................................................183
Marker Speed .........................................................184
Appendix C - Option Installation.............................185
Changing Meter Flutes ...............................................185
Warranty .....................................................................187
Index ..........................................................................189
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Equipment Identification
This Operator manual applies to the following Great
Plains pull-type integrated air drill seeders:
NTA907-3610 9m, 36-row, 25.4cm (10in) spacing
NTA907-4875 9m, 48-row, 19.1cm (7.5in) spacing
NTA907-6006 9m, 60-row, 15.0cm (5.9in) spacing
NTA3007-3610 30 foot, 36-row, 10 inch spacing
NTA3007-4875 30 foot, 48-row, 7.5 inch spacing
NTA3007-6006 30 foot, 60-row, 6 (5.9) inch spacing
See “Specifications and Capacities” on page 163 for
precise swath information.
Refer to Figure 1
For positive equipment identification, consult the serial
number plate located on the rear frame cross-member
1
below and left of fan.
Note: The present manual does not apply to “HD” models
NTA907HDor NTA3007HD. See manual 166-207M
for HD drills.
Label/Plate Location
N
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1
Figure 1
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North American Models NTA3007
Models NTA3007 are built to North American highway
transport standards.
Refer to Figure 2 (which is NOT from an actual machine)
The serial number plate provides the model number and
serial number specific to your machine.
See “Transporting the Air Drill” on page 50
and “Specifications and Capacities” on page 163 for
additional weights and measurements.
Export Models NTA907
Models NTA907 are built to European highway transport
standards.
Refer to Figure 3 (which is NOT from an actual machine)
If you, or the dealer, have added Options not originally
ordered with the machine, or removed Options that were
originally ordered, the weights and measurements no
longer are accurate for your machine. Update the Record
on the next page upon modifications.
Figure 2: NTA3007:
Example Serial Number Plate
32162
Figure 3: NTA907:
32230
Example Machine Label
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Machine Record
Machine Details
Record your machine details in the Log at right. If you
replace this manual, be sure to transfer this information
to the similar page of the new manual.
If you add or remove Options, update the Log. If the page
cannot be legibly updated, request or print a new
Operator manual.
Dealer Information
My Customer
Number / ID
Dealer Name
Street
Place
Post Code
Country
Voice
Machine Log
Machine Model
Serial Number
Working Width
Transport Width
Maximum Tare Weight
Maximum Payload
Maximum Gross Weight
Maximum Axle Load
Year of Manufacture
Date of Delivery
Date in Service
Options
Fax
Web
Email
Great Plains Regional Agent
(If different than those on page 4)
Agent Voice
Street Fax
Place Web
Post Code Email
Country
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Introduction
Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new
product owners. Your 9m/30ft No-Till Air Drill has been
designed with care and built by skilled workers using
quality materials. Proper setup, maintenance, and safe
operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory
use from the machine.
Before placing the machine into service for the first time,
read and understand this manual, in particular the
“Important Safety Information”, pages 5 to 25. Have
all operators read this manual before allowing them to
work with the machine.
Description of Unit
The NTA907 or NTA3007 is a pull-type integrated air drill
seeder. The implement folds for narrow 3 m (9 ft. 81⁄2in.)
transport.
A hydraulic fan supplies the material delivery system.
Ground-driven fluted shafts below the hoppers meter the
seed or fertilizer (the materials) into the air flow. Meter
chambers and tower manifolds evenly divide the material
flow, and deliver equal volumes to each opener row.
The cart has dual 3500 litre (100 bu) hoppers for
separate or simultaneous delivery of seed and/or
granulated dry fertilizer. Each hopper has an
independent metering system with user-preset infinite
ratio gearboxes. Console-controlled variable rate meter
servos are optional.
The NTA907 or NTA3007 has double-disc Series 07
openers, suitable for conventional till and, minimum-till
conditions. With optional coulters, the air drill is suitable
for moderate no-till conditions.
Brakes are standard on model NTA907 and optional on
model NTA3007. Service brakes are operated by air or
hydraulic lines to the tractor.
Hydraulic weight transfer (of cart weight to implement,
and from implement centre section to wings) is standard.
Other options include auger, field markers, tramline kits,
high rate flutes, and alternate discs, scrapers and
firmers.
Do not modify the drill except as instructed by Great
Plains. Do not use attachments other than as provided
by or authorized by Great Plains.
Figure 4
NTA907 or NTA3007 Drill
Intended Usage
Use the NTA907 or NTA3007 to seed and fertilize
production-agriculture crops only.
The intended use requires that safety features are
unimpaired, that machine systems be in proper working
order, and that the material rates have been correctly
configured and verified. Use only Great Plains
authorized replacement parts.
Faults in safety features, including missing or illegible
safety decals, must be remedied prior to machine use.
To keep the machine in proper working order, comply
with operating instructions, perform periodic
maintenance, and repair or replace worn or damaged
parts.
This is a volumetric seeding implement. The provided
seed rate charts (manual 167-085B) are based on
materials which likely vary from yours. Grain size, grain
shape, density, surface texture, foreign matter,
treatments, coatings, humidity, field speed, soil
conditions and normal wear on tires and meters cause
rates to vary from the charts. Calibration is essential for
satisfactory results.
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Using This Manual
This manual will familiarize you with safety, hitching,
operation, adjustments, troubleshooting, and
maintenance. Read this manual and follow the
recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient
operation.
The information in this manual is current at printing.
Some parts may change to assure top performance.
Document Family
166-371M Operator Manual (thisa document)
167-085B Seed Rate Charts
166-371P Parts Manual
166-263M Variable Rate Kit Installation
113-850M Marker Installation
110011516 DICKEY-john® Quick Start Guide
110011375 DICKEY-john® Air Cart Control manual
110111543 DICKEY-john® Tramline Kit instructions
Definitions
Safety admonishment signal words are described on
page 5.
The following terms are also used throughout this
manual.
Owner Assistance
If you need customer service or repair parts, contact a
Great Plains dealer. They have trained personnel, repair
parts and equipment specially designed for Great Plains
products.
Your machine’s parts were specially designed and
should only be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always
use the serial and model number (page 2) when ordering
parts from your Great Plains dealer.
Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with
your new machine. If you do not understand any part of
this manual or are not satisfied with the service received,
please take the following actions.
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service
manager. Make sure they are aware of any problems
so they can assist you.
2. If you are still unsatisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership.
For further assistance contact Great Plains via the Agent
recorded on page 2, or at:
For U.K. and Europe
SIMBA Great Plains
Woodbridge Road Ind. East
Sleaford
Lincolnshire NG34 7EW England
Identifies an Economic (not a Safety) Risk:
NOTICE provides a crucial point of information related to the
current topic. Read and follow the instructions to avoid damage
to equipment and ensure desired field results.
Note: This form sets off useful information related to the
current topic, or forestalls possible
misunderstanding.
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.
a. If you prefer a manual that is metric-only, request a copy of 166-371M-ENG from your dealer or from Great Plains.
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Fax: +44 (0) 1529 413468
Email: simba.international@simba.co.uk
For Other Regions
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
PO Box 5060
Salina KS 67402-5060 USA
Voice: +1 785-823-3276
Fax: +1 785-822-6722
Email: gp_web_cs@greatplainsmfg.com
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Important Safety Information
Look for Safety Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLa 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, and the colour Safety Red, indicate an
imminent hazard 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, and the colour Safety Orange, indicate a
potential hazard 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, and the colour Safety Yellowb, indicate a
potential hazard which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
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.
Be Familiar with Safety Decals
▲ Read and understand “WarningSafety Reflectors and
Decals” on page 11, thoroughly.
▲ Read all instructions noted on the decals.
▲ Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible
decals.
a. Symbols and safety colours in this manual, and on machine model NTA3007, are based on ANSI standard Z535.
Pictogram symbols and colours on model NTA907 are based on ISO standard 3864.
b. Pictograms (language-free safety decals), found on models NTA907, are generally on a Safety Yellow background regardless of
hazard severity. Rely on the illustrations, and the manual, and not the colour, to classify the severity of the hazard.
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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 entertainment headphones while
operating machinery.
Use A Safety Chain
▲ Use a safety chain to help control drawn machinery should
it separate from tractor draw-bar.
▲ Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of towed machinery.
▲ Attach chain to tractor draw-bar 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.
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.
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Handle Chemicals Properly
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use
can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and
property.
▲ Do not use liquid seed treatments with the NTA907 or
NTA3007.
▲ Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions.
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
▲ Never drain, rinse or wash dispensers within 30m (100 feet)
of a freshwater source, nor at a car wash.
▲ Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by
chemical manufacturer.
▲ Dispose of empty chemical containers properly. Laws
generally require power rinsing or rinsing three times,
followed by perforation of the container to prevent re-use.
Confined Space
With materials loaded, or once used for hazardous
fertilizers, or seeds with hazardous treatments, a hopper
may become
“permit-required confined space”
under applicable statutes, regulations, insurance rules or
business policy. The vent tube structure in the hopper
has features to assist escape, and is not for routine entry.
▲ A hopper that is full or merely appears full can be an
entrapment hazard. You can sink entirely into the material,
or into an oxygen-deficient void, and suffocate in a matter
of seconds. Bridges and crusts are especially dangerous.
▲ When hazardous fumes are present, you can be quickly
overcome even with the hopper lid open.
▲ Do not enter a hopper for material loading, material
unloading, hopper cleaning or meter maintenance.
▲ Clean hopper by power washing from outside hopper top.
▲ Perform meter maintenance by removing meters from
bottom of empty hopper.
▲ If obstruction removal or repair requires hopper entry, have
the work performed by a team trained in confined space
procedures. See “Hopper Entry” on page 126.
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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.
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 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.
Remain Clear of Overhead Lines
▲ If the drill contacts a power line, lethal voltage may be
present on all metal parts. At higher voltage, the drill does
not need to be in line contact for the hazard to exist.
Maintain at least 3 m (10 foot) clearance.
▲ Electrocution can occur without direct contact between the
energized drill and a person near the drill.
▲ Watch for sagging, damaged or low electrical lines. The
auger could contact lines lower than 5.3 m (17.5 feet).
Overhead lines at farm structures are a particular hazard.
An auger is at risk from lines lower than 9 m (28 feet).
▲ Watch for all electrical lines during folding, unfolding,
marker and most especially auger operations. Use a spotter
during these operations. Know the location and height of all
lines during loading, transport and in fields.
▲ If an electrical hazard is observed while on the ground near
the applicator, hop at least 30 m (100 feet) away with both
feet together and summon professional help. At higher
voltage, lethal voltage gradients can also be present at the
soil surface.
▲ Consult your tractor manual for advice on how to respond
to an electrical hazard event while in the cab.
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Transport Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for implement is
30 km/h or 20 mph. Some rough terrains require a
slower speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load to
swerve and upset.
▲ Do not exceed 30 km/h or 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 drill 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” on page 163.
▲ Do not fold or unfold the drill while the tractor is moving
Shutdown and Storage
▲ Unfold and lower drill.
▲ Block tires with wheel chocks provided.
▲ Detach and store drill in an area where children normally
do not play.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper
tools and equipment. Refer to this manual. For brake
work, see specific safety information beginning on
page 138.
▲ Work in a clean, dry area.
▲ Unfold and lower the drill, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before performing maintenance. If
work must be performed with implement raised, use centre
section lift lock and gauge lock channels provided.
▲ Make sure all moving parts have stopped and all system
pressure is relieved.
▲ Allow drill to cool completely.
▲ Disconnect battery grounding cable (-) before servicing or
adjusting electrical systems.
▲ Welding: Disconnect battery grounding. Protect hydraulic
lines. Avoid fumes from heated paint.
▲ 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 drill before
operation.
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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 drill functions.
▲ Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave drill unattended with tractor engine running.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor and drill during hitching.
▲ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven
parts.
▲ Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with
moving parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding and raising
drill. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.
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Safety Decals
WarningSafety Reflectors and Decals
Your implement comes equipped with all lights, safety
reflectors and decals in place. They were designed to
help you safely operate your implement.
▲ Read and follow decal directions.
▲ Keep lights in operating condition.
▲ Keep all safety decal and legible.
▲ Replace all damaged or missing decals. Order new decals
from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for
proper decal placement.
▲ When ordering new parts or components, also request
corresponding safety decals.
Reflector: Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
NTA907: n/a
(International models use
833-398C panels and
833-399C reflectors)
NTA3007: 818-055C
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.
At centre of rear caster sub-frame cross-tube;
1 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
Reflectors: Fluorescent Panels
NTA907: 833-398C NTA3007: n/a
(North American models use
818-055C SMV reflectors,
838-266C red reflectors &
838-267C amber reflectors.)
Reflectors: Red Triangle
NTA907: 833-399C NTA3007: n/a
(North American models use
818-055C SMV reflectors,
838-266C red reflectors &
838-267C amber reflectors.)
panels: one each tongue draw bar,
panels and triangles: one each corner, rear mainframe;
4 panels and 2 triangles total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
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Reflectors: Amber
NTA907: 838-265C NTA3007: 838-265C
On outside end face, each wing opener tool bar,
on rear face, each wing main tool bar,
on outside face, mainframe sides ahead of ladder,
on outside face, rear caster mount weldment;
8 total.
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
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Reflectors: Red
NTA907: n/a
(International models use
833-398C panels and
833-399C reflectors)
On upper rear corners of mainframe (below Daytime);
2 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
NTA3007: 838-266C
Reflectors: Daytime
NTA907: n/a
(International models use
833-398C panels and
833-399C reflectors)
On upper rear corners of mainframe (above Red);
2 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
NTA3007: 838-267C
Transport: Warning: Speed
NTA907: 848-398C NTA3007:
See 818-188C
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On front upper face of front hopper, and
on decal plate below rear beacon;
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See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
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Transport: Warning: Speed
NTA907:
See 848-398C
NTA3007: 818-188C
WARNING
EXCESSIVE SPEED HAZARD
To Prevent Serious Injury or Death:
Do Not exceed 20 mph maximum transport
speed. Loss of vehicle control and/or machine
can result.
On side of tongue near hitch;
one total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
Transport: Warning: Clearance
NTA907: 848-828C NTA3007: n/a
818-188C R v C
On front upper face on front hopper;
1 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
Transport: Caution: Towing
NTA907: 848-512C NTA3007: 848-394C
On left side of tongue at hitch;
4 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
Transport: Road/Field
NTA907: 848-393C NTA3007: 848-393C
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On mid-wing transport locks;
2 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
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Transport: Road
NTA907: 848-834C NTA3007: 848-834C
On frame sides at centre section transport locks,
and on wing end transport locks;
4 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
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Transport: Field
NTA907: 848-837C NTA3007: 848-837C
On frame sides at centre section transport locks,
and on wing end transport locks;
4 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
Danger: Electrocution, Marker (Option)
NTA907: 848-408C NTA3007: 848-574C
On marker mount weldment at end of wing;
4 total
See “Marker Safety Information” on page 73.
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Danger: Electrocution, Auger (Option)
NTA907: 848-409C NTA3007: 818-627C
On auger tube near lower handles;
one total
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Danger: Missing Guard (Option)
NTA907: 848-410C NTA3007: 818-633C
On auger tube nearest inlet;
1 total
See “Auger Safety Information” on page 59.
Danger: Rotating Auger (Option)
NTA907: 848-411C NTA3007: 818-634C
On auger tube near Missing Guard decal;
1 total
See “Auger Safety Information” on page 59.
Danger: Do Not Ride
NTA907: 848-511C NTA3007: 848-583C
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On cart side frame, left of ladder;
1 total
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Danger: Read Manual
NTA907: 848-512C NTA3007: 818-557C
(818-557C Spanish text advises
readers to seek translation)
On left side of tongue near hitch;
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Danger: Electrocution
NTA907: 848-516C NTA3007: 848-574C
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NTA907: front upper face of front hopper,
NTA3007: left side of tongue near hitch;
1 total
Danger: Chemicals
NTA907: 848-520C NTA3007: 818-323C
On each hopper near lid, walkboard side;
2 total
See “Loading Material Safely” on page 65.
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Danger: Hitch Crushing
NTA907: 848-523C NTA3007: 848-581C
On left side of hitch near behind pull bars;
2 total
See “Hitching Tractor to Drill” on page 27.
See “Unfolding Safety Information” on page 34.
See “Lowering/Raising Safety Information” on
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See “Folding Safety Information” on page 44.
See “Down-Force Safety Information” on page 101.
Warning: Shock Hazard
NTA907: 833-563C NTA3007: n/a
On base of strobe beacon;
one total
This decal is not separately available. If missing or
damaged, replace entire 833-365C beacon unit.
See “Beacon Operation (NTA907 only)” on page 31
and “Beacon Maintenance (NTA907 only)” on
page 147.
Warning: Overhead Auger (Option)
NTA907: 848-413C NTA3007: 818-622C
On outside face of auger arm,
on each end of auger tube;
3 total
See “Remain Clear of Overhead Lines” on page 8 and
“Auger Safety Information” on page 59.
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Warning: Fan Hazard
NTA907: 848-508C NTA3007: 818-632C
On rear main frame below fan screen cage;
one total
See “Fan Safety Information” on page 71.
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Warning: Moving Chain
NTA907: 848-509C NTA3007: 818-860C
On guards of contact to jackshaft drive system;
4 total
See “Calibration Crank Safety Information” on
page 69.
Warning: Moving Chain
NTA907: 848-509C NTA3007: 818-860C
On guards of main jackshaft to gearbox,
on guards of gearbox output drive systems, and
on meter box input guards;
5 total
See “Calibration Crank Safety Information” on
page 69.
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Warning: Moving Chain (Option)
NTA907: 848-509C NTA3007: 818-860C
On guard at auger hydraulic motor;
1 total
See “Auger Safety Information” on page 59.
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Warning: Wear Eye Protection
NTA907: 848-510 NTA3007: 818-437C
On each hopper near lid, walkboard side;
2 total
See “Hydraulic Hose Hook-Up” on page 28.
See “Hydraulic Maintenance Safety Information” on
page 128.
Warning: Pinch Point
NTA907: 848-513C NTA3007: 818-798C
On each wing weldment above pull bar attach point;
2 total
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Warning: Pinch Point
NTA907: 848-514C NTA3007: 818-798C
On outside faces of wing parallel arm mount weldments;
4 total
Warning: Pinch Point
NTA907: 848-514C NTA3007: 848-582C
On outside faces transport hook;
2 total
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Danger: Marker Pinch/Crush (Option)
NTA907: 848-514C NTA3007: 848-582C
On each side of inner marker arm or arm pivot;
4 total
See “Marker Safety Information” on page 73.
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Warning: Overhead Marker (Option)
NTA907: 848-515C NTA3007: 818-580C
On each side of inner marker arm or arm pivot;
4 total
See “Marker Safety Information” on page 73.
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Warning: High Pressure Fluid (Option)
NTA907: 848-517C NTA3007: 818-339C
On (optional) auger near lower operating control;
1 total
See “Auger Safety Information” on page 59.
See “Fan Safety Information” on page 71.
See “Down-Force Safety Information” on page 101.
See “Weight Transfer Safety Information” on
page 107.
Warning: High Pressure Fluid
NTA907: 848-517C NTA3007: 818-437C
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On side of tongue at hitch;
one total
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See “Hydraulic Hose Hook-Up” on page 28.
See “Hydraulic Maintenance Safety Information” on
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Warning: Confined Space
NTA907: 848-519C NTA3007: 818-628C
On each hopper near lid, walkboard side;
2 total
See “Hopper Lid Safety Information” on page 55.
See “Loading Material Safely” on page 65.
See “Material Clean-Out” on page 124.
Warning: Moving Gears
NTA907: 848-522C NTA3007: 848-576C
On bottom of hoppers above final Range gears;
1 or 2 total
See “Seed Meter Final Drive Range” on page 88.
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Warning: Falling Hazard
NTA907: 848-527C NTA3007: 848-575C
On left side of mainframe near ladder;
1 total
See “Ladder Operations” on page 54.
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Warning: Pinch Point
NTA907: 848-531C NTA3007: 818-798C
Under tongue hook near hitch;
1 total
See “Unfolding Safety Information” on page 34.
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Warning: Pinch Point, Auger (Option)
NTA907: 848-531C NTA3007: 818-798C
On rear* faces of auger arms;
4 total
* When arms are fully extended.
Warning: Roll-Away
NTA907: 848-757C NTA3007: 818-760C
WARNING
ROLLING HAZARD
To avoid serious injury or death rom free ro ling machine
Use prov ded chock blocks to chock cart tires in
•
direction of grade when mach ne is parked
Chock both sides of wheel f grade is undetermined
•
On mainframe side above front transport tires;
2 total
See “Transporting the Air Drill” on page 50.
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Warning: Unexpected Movement
NTA907: 848-838C NTA3007: 848-841C
CRUSHING HAZARD
To avod serious injury or death from crushing:
Mach ne moves rearward when fod ng w ngs forward
Stay away f om machne whi e folding and unfolding
On mainframe above rear casters;
2 total
See “Transporting the Air Drill” on page 50.
Caution: Tire Pressure and Torque
NTA907: 848-406C NTA3007: 838-092C
On outside of each wing gauge wheel tire;
4 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
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Caution: Tire Pressure and Torque
NTA907: 848-407C NTA3007: 838-426C
On outside of each transport wheel tire;
8 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
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Caution: TyreTire Pressure and Torque
NTA907: 848-499C NTA3007: 848-584C
One each contact drive arm;
2 total
See “Transport Safety Information” on page 50.
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NTA907: 848-507C NTA3007: 818-398C
On outside face of caster weldments,
on side face of mainframe above transport tires,
on outside face of wing gauge wheel weldments;
6 total
See “Unfolding Safety Information” on page 34.
See “Folding Safety Information” on page 44.
See “Down-Force Safety Information” on page 101.
See “Weight Transfer Safety Information” on
page 107.
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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and NTA907
or NTA3007 for use, and covers seasonal tasks, and task
when the tractor/drill configuration changes.
Before using the NTA907 or NTA3007 in the field, you
must hitch the drill to a suitable tractor, inspect systems
and level the drill. Before using the drill for the first time,
and periodically thereafter, certain adjustments and
calibrations are required.
Initial Setup
See “Appendix B - Initial Setup” on page 183 and
“Appendix C - Option Installation” on page 185 for
pre-delivery items (normally completed by dealer), and
first-time/infrequent setup tasks, including:
❑ Install seed monitor console in tractor (page 183).
❑ Remove protective film from large highway
reflectors.
❑ Set marker extension (page 183) and speed.
Seasonal Setup
On initial delivery, use with a new tractor, and seasonally,
check and as necessary, complete these items before
continuing to the routine setup items:
❑ Bleed hydraulic system (page 128).
❑ Wing levelling and alignment (page 145).
❑ Speed sensor calibration (DICKEY-john® Air Cart
Control manual).
❑ Blow out entire air system to remove condensation.
Check air flow at each row, for evidence of plugging.
❑ De-grease exposed cylinder rods if so protected at
last storage.
Pre-Planting Setup
Complete this checklist before routine setup:
❑ Read and understand “Important Safety
Information”, pages 5 through 10.
❑ Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
❑ Check that all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated. See “Lubrication and Scheduled
Maintenance” on page 148.
❑ Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged.
See “Safety Decals” on page 11.
❑ Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation Chart”
on page 166.
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