Great Plains PFC2000 Operator Manual
Operator’s Manual
PFC1600 and PFC2000
Planter Fertilizer Carts
Manufacturing, Inc.
www.greatplainsmfg.com
Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, 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
Safety Decals........................................................... 6
Introduction................................................................9
Document Family................................................. 9
Description of Unit.................................................... 9
Intended Usage.................................................... 9
Using This Manual................................................... 9
Definitions............................................................ 9
Owner Assistance.................................................. 10
Preparation and Setup ............................................ 11
Pre-Setup Checklist............................................... 11
Planter Preparation................................................ 11
Hitching Cart to Planter.......................................... 12
Plan The Hitch ................................................... 12
If using Bulk Boxes......................................... 12
If Using Bulk Hoppers .................................... 12
Hitching With Empty Tank.................................. 13
Hitching With Loaded Tank................................13
Electrical and Monitor Connections ................... 14
Monitor Setup................................................. 14
Making Electrical Connections....................... 14
Make Fertilizer Connections .................................. 15
Cart Connection Overview................................. 15
Planter Connection Overview ............................ 15
Making Fertilizer Connections............................ 16
Bleeding Gauge Line ............................................. 17
Operating Instructions............................................ 18
Pre-Start Checklist................................................. 18
Tank Inspection...................................................... 18
Transporting the Cart............................................. 19
Loading Fertilizer ................................................... 20
Loading 1600 Gallon Tank.................................21
Loading 400 Gallon Tank...................................22
Field Pumping........................................................ 23
PFC2000 Pumping From 1600 Only..................24
PFC2000 Point Row Pumping from 1600...... 24
PFC1600 Pumping............................................. 25
PFC1600 Point Row Pumping from 1600...... 25
Pumping From 400 only.....................................26
Pumping 400 (Only) With Planter Pumps ...... 26
Point Row Pumping with Planter Pumps........ 27
Pumping 400 With Cart Pump ....................... 27
Point Row Pumping from 400 via Cart........... 28
Pumping From Both Tanks................................ 29
Point Row Pumping From 1600
in Both Mode.................................................. 29
Point Row Pumping From 400
in Both Mode.................................................. 29
Field Set-Up Checklist........................................... 30
Field Operation...................................................... 30
Planting.............................................................. 31
Electric Clutch Operation................................... 31
Electric Clutch Lock-Up.................................. 32
Parking and Storage.............................................. 33
Stopping/Standing ............................................. 33
Short-Term Parking ........................................... 33
Extended Parking .............................................. 34
Drain Bulk Material......................................... 34
Drain Lines..................................................... 34
Seasonal Storage.................................................. 36
Adjustments............................................................. 37
Pump Setting Determination.................................. 37
Liquid Fertilizer Strainers....................................... 38
Pump Strainer.................................................... 38
Quick-Fill Strainer.............................................. 38
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 39
General Troubleshooting....................................... 39
Maintenance and Lubrication................................. 41
Maintenance.......................................................... 41
Fertilizer Plumbing Maintenance ........................... 42
Tank Cleaning.................................................... 42
Strainer Maintenance......................................... 42
Lubrication............................................................. 43
Appendix.................................................................. 46
Specifications and Capacities................................ 46
Tire Inflation Chart................................................. 46
Torque Values Chart.............................................. 47
PFC2000 Plumbing................................................ 48
PFC1600 Plumbing................................................ 49
Planter Assembly Installation................................. 50
Warranty................................................................ 54
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Important Safety Information
Look for Safety Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident preventionare
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 indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme
situations, typically for machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when
guards are removed. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
!
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
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Be Familiar with Safety Decals
▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals” on page 6, thor-
oughly.
▲ Read all instructions noted on the decals.
▲ Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible
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 during opera-
tion.
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Handle Chemicals Properly
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper
use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil
and property.
▲ Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions.
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
▲ Never add chemical concentrates to an empty tank.
Start with tank half full of water.
▲ Rinse out tank tanks and discard rinse water on last field
treated.
▲ Never drain, rinse or wash tank or its plumbing within
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 reuse.
Wear Protective Equipment
▲ Wear protective clothing and equipment specified by
chemical manufacturer.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job.
Avoid loose-fitting clothing.
▲ Routine tank valve operation requires operator presence
under the cart. Wear a chemical-resistant hard hat.
▲ 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.
▲ Make sure your respiration cartridges are suitable for the
chemicals, and not expired or clogged.
▲ Waterproof unlined gloves are essential for any workers
handling tank cart controls or hoses. Neoprene is recommended.
▲ Chemical jackets, gowns or aprons are essential for
workers loading chemicals or working beneath the cart.
▲ All workers need waterproof boots or foot coverings, to
avoid contact with both spilled and applied chemicals.
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Shutdown and Storage
▲ Drain and safely store or dispose of residual liquids.
▲ Flush tank(s) and lines with water. Winterize if freezing
weather is possible before next use.
▲ Secure cart using blocks at wheels.
▲ Detach and store cart 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 implement
Transport Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph, 13
mph in turns. Some rough terrains require a slower
speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load to
swerve and upset.
▲ Use the safety chain provided with the cart.
OFF
▲ Never transport the cart in train with the planter unless
the tanks are completely empty.
▲ 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.
▲ Do not attempt to back up with cart attached to planter.
Castering of the planter’s rear wheels, and the cart’s lead
wheel, make precise directional control difficult.
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Do not tow an implement train that, when fully loaded,
weighs more than 1.5 times the weight of towing vehicle.
▲ Carry reflectors or flags to mark cart in case of break-
down on the road.
▲ Keep clear of overhead power lines and other obstruc-
tions when transporting. Refer to transport dimensions
under “Specifications and Capacities” on page 46.
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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.
▲ Put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key
before performing maintenance.
▲ Make sure all moving parts have stopped and all system
pressure is relieved.
▲ Allow cart pump to cool completely.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before servicing or
adjusting electrical systems or before welding on cart.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good condition
and installed properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or debris.
OFF
▲ Remove all tools and unused parts from cart before oper-
ation.
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.
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.
911
▲ When removing and installing wheels, use wheel-han-
dling equipment adequate for weight involved.
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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 cart functions.
▲ Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave cart unattended with tractor engine run-
ning.
▲ Do not dismount a moving tractor. Dismounting a mov-
ing tractor could cause serious injury or death.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor and cart or planter and
cart during hitching.
▲ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven
parts.
▲ Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with
moving parts.
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▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding and raising
cart. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.
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Safety Decals
Safety 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 decals clean 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.
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.
818-055C
Slow Moving Vehicle Reflector
On the back of the cart, frame center;
1 total
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Red Reflectors
On the main frame back, each side;
two total
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Amber Reflectors
On the main frame sides, front and back,
on the main frame front, each side;
six total.
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818-188C
Warning: Transport Speed
On tongue, one total
848-047C
Caution: Tire Pressure & Torque
Inside rim of front caster wheel;
one total
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848-048C
Caution: Tire Pressure & Torque
Inside rim of main wheels;
two total
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Introduction
Introduction 9
Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new
product owners. Your PFC1600 or PFC2000 Planter
Fertilizer Cart 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.
Document Family
407-158M Owner’s Manual (this document)
407-158P Parts
(Note1) Pump Instruction/Parts Manual
(Note2) Planter Operator’s Manual
(Note1) DICKEY-john Seed Monitor Manual
1 Pump and seed monitor manuals supplied by their
respective manufacturers, and not separately orderable
from Great Plains.
2. There may be more than one Great Plains Planter that
supports these tank carts. The planter manual may
include important tank setup and operating information.
Description of Unit
The PFC1600/2000 Cart is a pull-type implement for
supplying liquid fertilizer to specific supporting models
of Great Plains planters. At time of publication, the following planter models accepted PFC1600/2000 Carts:
YP2425 60ft Yield-Pro Planter
Use with any planter requires:
• Trailing pintle hook hitch
• 3-inlet “Hi-Rate” fertilizer manifold
• On-planter fertilizerpump if single-inlet “Starter” manifold is also installed
If your planter does not havethese prerequisite systems
and features, it may be possible to add them. Consult
your Great Plains dealer.
Intended Usage
Use the PFC1600/2000 Cart to apply liquid fertilizer to
production-agriculture crops only.
Do not use the cart to store, transport or apply herbicides or insecticides, nor to store or transport water for
potable uses.
Do not modify the cart for use with planters or attachments other than Great Plains products specified for
use with the PFC1600/2000 Cart.
Using This Manual
This manual will 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 information in this manual is current at printing.
Some parts may change to assure top performance.
Definitions
The following terms are used throughout this manual.
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.
IMPORTANT !
A crucial point of information related to the preceding
topic. Read and follow the directions to remain saf e,
avoid serious damage to equipment and ensure
desired field results.
Note: Useful information related to the preceding topic.
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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.
Refer to Figure 1
Your machine’s parts were specially designed and
should only be replaced with Great Plains parts.
Always use the serial and model number when ordering parts from your Great Plains dealer. The serialnumber plate is located on the left end of the seed cart
tool bar, as shown.
Record your PFC1600/2000 Cart model and serial
number here for quick reference:
Model Number:__________________________
Serial Number: __________________________
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.
Figure 1
Serial Number Plate
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2. If you are still unsatisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership.
For further assistance write to:
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
PO Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
785-823-3276
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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and
PFC1600/2000 Cart for use, and covers tasks that
need to be done only once per hitch, seasonally, or
when the tractor/cart configuration changes.
Before using the PFC1600/2000 Cart in the field, you
must hitch the cartto a compatible planter.Periodically
thereafter, maintenance is required.
Pre-Setup Checklist
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Information” on page 1.
2. Check that all working parts are moving freely,
bolts are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
3. Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubricated. See “Lubrication” on page 43.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged.
See “Safety Decals” on page 6.
5. Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation
Chart” on page 46.
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Planter Preparation
The PFC1600/2000 Cartsare designed to be towed, in
train, behind the Great Plains YP2425 planter. The
planter must be ordered with, or upgraded to include:
• rear pintle hitch ( in Figure 2), and
• the “Hi-Rate” fertilizer manifold, which includes 3
inlet ports at the back of the planter ( in Figure 2)
and if the PFC2000 tank, intended for dual materials:
• “Starter” manifold system (single inlet), and
• ground drive fertilizer pumps
If the PFC1600/2000 Cart was purchased on the same
order with the YP2425, two cart-supporting cable
assemblies ( in Figure 2) and one pressure gauge
3
line ( in Figure 2) will have been installed on the
planter at the factory. These assemblies extend the
lighting and CANbus circuits to the rear pintle hitch on
the planter, and extend pressure status to the planter.
If the PFC1600/2000 Cart was ordered separately,
these assemblies are supplied in a carton with the
cart, and must be installed on the planter prior to first
cart use. See “Planter Assembly Installation” on
page 50.
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2
4
2
4
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Figure 2
YP2425 Cart Hitch & Inlets
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Hitching Cart to Planter
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DANGER
Exercise extreme care in hitching.
▲ The rear wheels and rear hitch of the YP2425 planter
move during planter raise/lower operations.
▲ If planter movements are required, it will be difficult for
the tractor operator to see the tank cart hitch and anyone
near it.
▲ If the planter is moved, both tractor operator and hitch
observer must be within sight of each other for prearranged hand signals, or must be in continuous electronic communication.
▲ Hitch only on level ground. The tank cart has no brakes.
Plan The Hitch
There are some situations to avoid in preparing the
planter/tank for the field:
• Spot the planter so that only forward moves are
required after hitching the cart.Itis difficult to control
reverse steering of the train.
• When the cart is loaded with fertilizer, it generally
cannot be moved by hand safely. If extra power
equipment is not available, plan to hitch the tank
cart by hand-moving the cart when empty.
• When the cart is hitched to the planter, it prevents
fork-lift access to the back of the planter for loading
seed in bulk boxes. The planter can be side-loaded
(when folded), but only if the fork lift is rated for the
long reach required.
• If seed is pre-loaded before planter highway movement, steering and braking hazards increase (as
well as wear on wheel bearings). If fertilizer is also
loaded before highway movement, you will exceed
the control ability of any tractor.
Load fertilizer in the field. If this is not possible, tow the
pre-loaded cart to the field by itself, and not in train
with the planter.
Figure 3
Tank Cart in Train
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If using Bulk Boxes
1. Move empty planter and tank cart to field.
2. Load boxed seed on planter.
3. Hitch empty tank cart to planter.
4. Load fertilizer.
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If Using Bulk Hoppers
1. Move empty planter and tank cart to field.
2. Install seed hoppers.
3. Load seed with auger.
4. Hitch empty tank cart to planter.
5. Load fertilizer.
Hitching With Empty Tank
1. Position planter for forward-only movement after
hitching. Set parking brake on tractor and shut off
tractor. Planter may be raised or lowered.
2. Have two people move the cart to engage the
tongue loop with the pintle hitch.
3. Secure the safety chain around the rear hitch
weldment frame.
4. Remove wheel chocks.
Hitching With Loaded Tank
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DANGER
Only do this for immediate field operations, and not transport. The planter plus a loaded tank cart is not safe to move
any distance on public roads, even if the tractor is rated for
80,000 pounds.
1. Raise and fold the planter, so that the hitch
observer does not need to stand beyond the
unfolded wing ends. Position planter for forwardonly movement after hitching.
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2. Picka spot for the hitch point, about six feet behind
the planter’s rear hitch. Place a small object at the
spot.
3. Using another towing implement pull the cart
toward the hitching point at an angle, from the
rear, and to the side of the planter. Stop when the
tongue loop is over the hitching point.
4. Disconnect the cart, lower the tongue loop to the
ground, and swing it back away from the planter.
5. Have the hitch observer stand clear of the planter
and signal to the tractor operator to back the
planter up slowly.
6. Signal stop when the pintle hitch is over the hitching spot.
7. Set the parking brake on the tractor and shut it off.
8. Engage the tongue loop with the pintle hitch.
9. Secure the safety chain around the hitch weldment
frame.
10. Remove wheel chocks.
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Electrical and Monitor Connections
Monitor Setup
Before using the cart for the first time, it is necessary
to configure the planter seed monitor to correctly process cart signals and correctly control the clutch and
manifold valves.
For the 3-inlet Hi-Rate” manifold, this configuration
includes telling the monitor which row number range is
served by each inlet. If your manifold system has one
drop line per row unit, Clutch Switch Coverage table in
the planter Operator’s Manual shows the row unit numbers for Left/Center/Right.
Making Electrical Connections
Refer to Figure 4
Make sure tractor is shut down with accessory power
off before making connections.
11. Mate the lighting plug to the outlet connector on
the planter.
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12. Mate the pump control cable to the DICKEY-
2
john outlet on the planter.
13. Secure cables so they do not get caught in pintle
hitch. Failure to do so could cause cables to be
crushed, requiring cable replacement, and possible electrical damage to systems.
Figure 4
Connector Identification
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Make Fertilizer Connections
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CAUTION
Always wear chemical gloves and other protective apparel
and equipment specified for the materials to be applied.
Material hose connections depend on your planter
configuration, cart model, and intended application.
Refer to Figure 5 and to Figure 23 and Figure24 on pages
48 and 49.
Cart Connection Overview
1. Manifold port 1, 2in CAM
This hose supplies the “Hi-Rate” manifold section
on the left side of the planter.
2. Manifold port 2, 2in CAM
This hose supplies the “Hi-Rate” manifold section
in the center section of the planter.
3. Manifold port 3, 2in CAM
This hose supplies the “Hi-Rate” manifold section
on the right side of the planter.
4. Manifold port 4, no hose
By-pass to 1600 gallon tank. Opened by seed
monitor whenever any of ports 1, 2 or 3 are closed.
5. Gauge line,
Supplies pressure gauge on planter
6. 400 Gallon Tank line, 2in CAM
Present only on model PFC2000, supplies single
line to ground drive pumps of “Starter” system on
planter.
3
⁄
in CAM
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5
1
2
3
Figure 5
PFC2000 Hose Connections
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Planter Connection Overview
L. Left Side, 2in CAM receptacle
Hi-rate inlet for planter left wing.
C. Center, 2in CAM receptacle
Hi-rate inlet for planter center section.
R. Right Side, 2in CAM receptacle
Hi-rate inlet for planter right wing.
S. Starter, 2in CAM receptacle
Inlet for entire starterfertilizer manifold. Present as
S
only if starter manifold installed; otherwise
gauge line inlet is mounted at this position.
G. Gauge Line,
Gauge (only) line for tank cartpump.Supplied with
tank cart. May be factory-installed. Tied to other
hoses if no bracket position available.
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3
⁄
in CAM receptacle
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Planter has both Starter & Hi-rate Systems
L
Planter has only Hi-rate System
L
C
C
YP2425 Fertilizer Inlets
R
R
Figure 6
S
G
G
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