Great Plains PT1230 User Manual
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Predelivery Instructions
PT1230
Folding Pull-Type Planter
Manufacturing, Inc.
P.O. Box 5060 ● Salina, Kansas 67402-5060
Read this manual entirely . When y ou see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and
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warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Notations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Description of Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Intended Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Using This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Assembly and Setup Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Section 1 Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Tools Required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Pre-Assembly Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Planter Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Row Unit Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Marker Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
U-Joint Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Point Row Clutch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Liquid Fertilizer Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 2 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hitching Planter to Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hydraulic Hose Hookup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Row Unit Setup and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tire Inflation Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes . . 12
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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warr anty of any kind, either expressed or implied. W hile ev ery precaution has been taken in the preparation
of this manual, Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions . Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the inf ormation contained herein. Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to revise and improve its 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.
The following are trademarks of Great Plains Mfg., Inc.: Application Systems, A usherman, Land Pride, Great Plains
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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Printed in the United States of America.
Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
For your safety, thoroughly read “Important Safety Information” and “Operating Instructions” in the operator’s manual
before proceeding.
Safety Notations
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.
Watch for the following safety notations throughout your operator’s manual.
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DANGER!
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word
is limited to the most extreme situations.
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WARNING!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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CAUTION!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moder ate injury. It may also be used
to alert against unsafe practices.
Safety Rules
Most accidents are the result of negligence, carelessness or
failure to follow safety precautions. Though your implement is
designed with many built-in safety features, safety precautions
are mandatory to prevent accidents.
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Introduction
Introduction
Great Plains Manufacturing wants y ou to be satisfied with
any new machine delivered b y the Great Plains Trucking
network. To ease the assembly task and produce a prop
erly working machine, read this entire manual before assembling or setting up new equipment.
Description of Unit
The 12-row , 30-inch spacing, pull-type planter has six rigid
center rows and 3 rows on each end which float indepen
dently in field operation. The outer 3 rows on each end lift
and fold abov e the center rows for transporting. Field turns
can be completed in a relatively small radius due to the lift
wheels and short tongue.
The PL1230 allows application of liquid fertilizer .The complete system allows you to band liquid fertilizer on 12 rows
with two, 230-gallon liquid tanks and an optional squeeze
pump.
Intended Usage
This machine is intended for planting row crops in conv entional as well as no-till conditions.
Using This Manual
This manual was written to help you assemble and prepare the new machine for the customer. The manual includes instructions for assembly and setup . Read this
manual and follow the recommendations f or safe, efficient
and proper assembly and setup.
An operator’s man ual is also pro vided with the ne w machine. Read and understand “Important Safety Informa-
tion” and “Operating Instructions” in the operator’ s
manual before assembling the machine . As a reference,
keep the operator’ s man ual on hand while assembling.
The information in this manual is current at printing. Some
parts may change to assure top performance.
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Definitions
The following terms are used throughout this manual.
Right and left as used in this manual are determined by
facing the direction the machine will trav el while in use un
less otherwise stated.
NOTE: Useful inf ormation about the preceding topic.
IMPORTANT: A crucial point of information about the
preceding topic. For safe and correct oper ation, read
and follow the directions provided before continuing.
Assembly and Setup Assistance
To order additional copies of predelivery instructions or
operator’s and parts manuals, write to the follo wing ad
dress. Include model numbers in all correspondence.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or have
other assembly or setup questions, assistance is av ail
able. Contact
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
P.O . Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
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Section 1 Assembly
Section 1 Assembly
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The following headings are step-by-step instructions for
assembling the planter. Begin with Tools Required and
Pre-Assembly Checklist to make sure y ou ha v e all neces
sary parts and equipment. Then proceed with Planter As-
sembly. Follow each step to make the job as quick and
safe as possible and produce a properly working machine.
The planter is shipped via flat bed truck. It is the dealer’s
responsibility to unload the new machine. Unload all
equipment before beginning assembly . Do not attempt any
assembly work while the planter is on the truck.
Tools Required
• Forklift with 3,000 pound capacity
• Lifting chains
• General hand tools
Pre-Assembly Checklist
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Information” on page 0 before assemb ling.
2. Have at least two people on hand while assemb ling.
3. Make sure the assembly area is le vel and free of obstructions (preferably an open concrete area).
4. Have all major components.
5. Have all f asteners and pins shipped with the planter
Planter Assembly
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WARNING!
The fertilizer-tank weldment weighs more than 300 pounds and
could cause serious injury if it falls. Make sure the weldment is
securely attached to an adequate lifting device. Keep people
away while the weldment is being lifted. Do not place any body
parts under the weldment at any time.
1. If the planter has liquid fertilizer, remo ve fertilizer-tank
weldment from the planter frame. Secure adequate
lifting device to the weldment. Unstrap the weldment
from the planter frame. Loosen and remove the bolts
that hold the weldment on the planter. Sa ve bolts,
washers and nuts. Lift the weldment off the planter
frame and lower weldment to the ground.
2. Refer to Figure 1-1. Attach tongue assembly (1) to
frame assembly (2) by installing nut str aps (3) with 1by-2 1/2-inch hex bolts (4) and USS flat washers (5).
Install front bolts first. T orque bolts as listed on Torque
V alues Chart, “Appendix,”
page 11.
IMPORTANT: If a pre-assembled part or fastener is
temporarily removed, remember where it goes. Keep
the parts separated.
6. Have a cop y of the parts manual on hand. If unsure of
proper placement or use of any part or fastener, ref er
to the parts manual.
7. Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
8. Check for proper tension and alignment on all drive
chains.
9. Check that all safety labels and reflectors are correctly
located and legible. Replace if improperly located or
damaged. Refer to Safety Labels , “Important Safety
Information” in the operator’ s man ual.
10. Inflate tires to recommended pressure as listed on the
Tire Inflation Chart on the “Appendix” on
Tighten wheel bolts as specified on Torque Values
Chart on the “Appendix” on
page 11.
page 11.
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Figure 1-1
Tongue and Frame Assembly
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