Great Plains TA520S Operator Manual

Operator’ s Manual
1993-1995 Tandem Axle Sprayer
Manufacturing, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Wear Protective Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Handle Chemicals Properly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Description of Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Intended Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Models Covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Tractor / Sprayer Hook-Up Instructions . . . . . . . 15
Preparation and Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Tractor / PTO Pump Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Tractor / Hydraulic Pump Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . 16
Tractor / PTO Shaft Hook-Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Wheel Width Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Quad-Jet Agitators {SS Tanks Only} . . . . . . . . . 18
Sparger Tube Agitators {Poly Tanks Only}. . . . . 18
Control Box Assembly {Manual Only} . . . . . . . . 19
Automatic Controller Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Control Box Wiring Assy Instr {Manual Only} . . 20
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Basic Sprayer Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . 21
Plumbing Operations {Manual Only} . . . . . . . . . 22
Operating Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Filling Tank Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using Handwash Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Operating Whirlfilter® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Manual Elevator Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Transporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Getting Acqd with your Chemical Inductor . . . . 26
Inducting Chemical Into The Sprayer Tank . . . . 26
End Of Day Inductor Clean-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Sprayer Pre-Calibrations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Calibration Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Basic Sprayer Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Miles Per Hour Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Worn Nozzles & Flow Table Information . . . . . . .30
TeeJet® Worn Nozzles & Flow Table . . . . . . . . .31
MeterCone® Worn Nozzles & Flow Table. . . . . .31
Spraying Solutions Other Than Water. . . . . . . . .32
Useful Formulas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Check Valve Restriction Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Miscellaneous Conversion Factors . . . . . . . . . . .33
Field Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
General Field Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Boom Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Nozzle Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Tank Straps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Solenoid Throttling Valve {Manual Only}. . . . . . .51
Pressure Adjustments {Manual Only} . . . . . . . . .52
Elevator Slide Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
General Notes For Field Operation. . . . . . . . . . .53
Operating Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Maintenance and Lubrication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Equipment Cleanup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Pump Maintenance & Repair . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Winch Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Maintenance & Lubrication Record. . . . . . . . . . .58
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
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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.
Great Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated Trademarks
The following are trademarks of Great Plains Mfg., Inc.: Application Systems, Ausherman, Land Pride, Great Plains
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
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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 sprayer booms, put tractor in park, turn
off engine, and remove the key.
Secure Tandem Axle Sprayer using blocks
and supports provided.
OFF
Detach and store Tandem Axle Sprayer 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 Tandem Axle
Sprayer 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,” page 61.
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Do not fold or unfold the Tandem Axle Sprayer
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 sprayer booms, 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 Tandem Axle Sprayer to cool com-
pletely.
Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before
servicing or adjusting electrical systems or before welding on Tandem Axle Sprayer.
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 Tan-
dem Axle Sprayer before operation.
Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if a fire starts.Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
OFF
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 hatWaterproof 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 coveringsDo 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.
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.
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.
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 Tandem Axle Sprayer func-
tions.
Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.Do not leave Tandem Axle Sprayer 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 Tandem
Axle Sprayer 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 booms Tandem Axle Sprayer. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.
Do not turn tractor too tightly, causing Tandem
Axle Sprayer 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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Safety Decals
Your implement comes equipped with all safety decals in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement.
Read and follow decal directions.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.
ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
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When ordering new parts or components, also
request corresponding safety decals.
To install new decals:
1. Clean the area where the decal is to be placed.
2. Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface, being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal.
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Danger! Rotating Driveline Entanglement Hazard
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KEEP AWAY!
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Danger!Rotating Driveline Entanglement Hazard
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Danger! Rotating Driveline En­tanglement Hazard. Guard Missing DO NOT Operate
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Caution! Secure Winch Cable
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Warning! 20 mph maximum transport speed.
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Caution!Useproper personal safety equipment. Also, re­fer to previous page.
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Amber Reflector {Both Sides on both locations}
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Caution! General Sprayer Safety Information.
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Caution! Tire inflation & wheel bolt torquing information.
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Caution! General Sprayer Safety Information.
818-187C
Danger! Rotating Drive­line Hazard
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KEEP AWAY!
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Notice - Driveline Attach­mentSpecifications{540 rpm PTO only}
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ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
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Notice - Driveline Attach­ment Specifications {1000 rpm PTO only}
818-344C
Notice - Keep filled with 10-W­30 oil to prevent diaphragm rupture
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ChemicalInductor Tank Warning
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Introduction
GreatPlains welcomesyouto itsgrowingfamilyof new product owners. This Tandem Axle Sprayer 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.
Description of Unit
The Tandem Axle Sprayer is a pull type sprayer.
Intended Usage
Use this pressurized sprayersystem to apply liq­uid pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers to production-agriculture crops only. Do not modify sprayerforuse with attachments other than those approved by Great Plains.
Models Covered
1993-1995 Tandem Axle Sprayer
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. For safe and cor­rect operation, read and follow the directions provided before continuing.
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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 Tandem Axle Sprayerproducts.
Yourmachine’spartswerespecially designedand should only be replaced with Tandem Axle Spray­erparts. Alwaysuse the serial and model number when ordering parts from your Great Plains dealer.
Record your model and serial number here for quick reference:
Model Number:__________________________ Serial Number: ___________________________
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Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine. If you do not understand anypartof thismanual orare not satisfiedwith 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.
3. For further assistance write to:
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
PO Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
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Before You Start
Readandunderstand the owners manual foryour spray­er. A basic understanding of how the sprayer works will aid in the assembly,setup and operation of yoursprayer.
Perform these checks before setting up your Tandem Axle Sprayer.
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Informa­tion,” beginning 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. Refer to “Lubrication,” page 56.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are cor­rectly located and legible. Replace if damaged. Re­fer to “Safety Decals,” page 8.
Tractor Requirements
To operate your Great Plains Sprayer,a tractor using a 12 volt electrical system must be used.
The tractor will need two hydraulic outlets (one pair) if the sprayer is equipped with a hydraulic pump.
Before You Start
Readandunderstand the owners manual foryour spray­er. A basic understanding of how the sprayer works will aid in the assembly,setup and operation of yoursprayer.
Before attempting to assemble the sprayer,use the fol­lowing as a checklist. Having all the needed parts and equipment readily at hand will speed up your assembly task and will make the job as safe as possible.
1.Check for all sprayer components and hardware.
2.Ifabolt, pin or other component has been removed,
or if you are unsure about where it is used, refer to the parts section of this manual to identify it.
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Preparation and Setup
Preparation and Setup
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Tractor / Sprayer Hook-Up Instruc­tions
Refer to Figure 1
The GreatPlainsTandem Axle Sprayeris equipped with either a clevis style hitch, or a single tang hitch.
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Figure 1
Clevis Style Hitch Single Tang Hitch
Refer to Figure 2
1. Park the sprayerin an open,flat area with the jack in the park position. Using a tape measure, check the distancefrom the frontunder side ofthe frame tothe ground and the back under side of the frame to the ground. Adjust the jack so that dimension "A" is 11/2inchesgreaterthan dimension "B". The goal is to have the solution drain into the sump of the tank so there is no excess solution in the tank when drained.
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4. Hitch the sprayer to the tractor using a hitch pin of adequate strength (minimum 1 inch diameter). You must also install a retaining clip on the hitch pin to preventit from coming out and causing a chemical spill.Retractthejackuntil theweight istransferredto the hitch.
5. Recheck to see that the frame is sloping downward in the front with dimension “A" being approximately 1 1/2 inches greater than dimension “B”.
6. Your Sprayer comes equipped with a hitch safety chain.The safetychain should be securelyattached to the sprayer hitch and the tractor drawbar support whenevertowing or spraying.
Refer to Figure 4
7. Unpin the tongue jack, and pin it in the transport po­sition.
2. Back the tractor draw bar up to the sprayer hitch to determine the amount of adjustment needed.
Refer to Figure 3
3. The mounting holesin the hitch havethreepositions that it can be located. Movethe sprayerhitch height to the height of your tractor’sdrawbar and bolt the hitch onto the sprayermaking sure to torque the bolts to the correct specification on the “Torque Val- ues Chart” on page 62. The single tang hitch has the same height adjustment as the clevis hitch.
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Figure 3
Hitch Height Adjustment
Figure 2
Frame Hook-Up Height
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Jack In Transport Position
Figure 4
Note: When hitching the sprayer to a different tractor, check for a difference in drawbar heights. If the heights aredifferent, the hitchheight must be readjusted accord­ingly.
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Tractor / PTO Pump Hook-Up
1. Position the PTO pump on the tractor’s PTO shaft with the coupler bolt loose on the splined end.
2. Push the coupler of the pump on to align with notch in the tractor PTO shaft and install bolt.
3. Make sure there is adequate hose length to reach the pump.
4. If youhavea 540rpmpump ora 1000rpm1 3/8 inch spline pump, torque the 1/2 inch Grade 8 coupler bolts to 105 ft-lbs. If you havea 1000 rpm 1 3/4 inch spline PTO pump, torque the 5/8 inch Grade 8 cou­pler bolt to 210 ft-lbs and the other 1/2 inch Grade 8 coupler bolt to 105 ft-lbs.
5. Rotate thePTOshaft byhand tomake surethe bolts clear the PTO shielding.
6. Attach the torque bar chain to the drawbar securely.
7. Hook the tarp strap in such a way that the slack in the chain is taken up slowly when the PTO is en­gaged so the torque bar does not bang.
8. Tie up any loose hoses with cable ties to prevent hose damage.
Tractor / Hydraulic Pump Hook-Up
1. Yourtractor should be equipped with at least two re­mote outlets (one pair).
2. If your tractor has an open-center hydraulicsystem, remove the orifice restrictor in the pressure line. If your open-center hydraulic system produces more than15 GPM, it isnot recommended to hookthis hy­draulic pump up to your tractor.The pump will spin too fast. If your open-center hydraulic system is 15 GPMor less,itis recommendedto installa hydraulic flow divider so that you can adjust the speed of the pump. A Gresen model number CFDA or similar flow divider will work. The maximum flow for the hy­draulic motor is 6 GPM.
4. If your tractor has a closed-center system, or a flow di­vider has been installed in your tractor’s open-center system, set the hydraulic flow control valve at a mini­mum flow for the pair of outlets that operates the pump.
5. With water in the sprayertank, and water in the pump, place the hydraulic lever in the float position and start the tractor.
6. Place a stop in the neutral position of your tractor hy­draulics so that the lever can only be moved to the float and down positions. Refer to your tractor opera­tor’s manual or tractor dealer on information for the neutral stop.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT move the h ydr aulic lever into the neutral position while the hydraulic pump is run­ning. To do so may cause damage to the hydraulic pump.
7. To set the hydraulic flow control on the tractor,first en­gage the pump by placing the hydraulic leverin the down position. Once the system builds pressure, close the agitation valve,shut off the boom section switches and close throttling valves {if applicable}. Sprayerswith RavenAutomatic Monitors do not have throttling valves.The pump is now at dead head pres­sure.Adjust thehydraulic flowcontrol valvesothat the spray pressure reaches 80 PSI maximum on the noz­zlepressure gauge. If so equipped, reset the solenoid throttling valves as described in the "Solenoid Throt- tling Valve" on page 51.
3. For the hydraulic motor to turn in the right direction, thepressure hosemust beconnected tothe "A"port ofthe motor and the return line connected to the "B" port. Install hydraulic hose clamp label provided {re­fer to hydraulic pump section in parts manual} ap­proximately18inches fromtractor quickcouplersso that the hydraulic cylinder retract symbol and arrow aligns with the pressure hose going to motor port "A". If your tractor is a John Deere, leave the re­strictor in the pressure side ofthehydraulicpump.If your tractor has a closed center hydraulic system and is not a John Deere, remove the restrictor.
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Tractor / PTO Shaft Hook-Up
Refer to Figure 5
1. PositionPTOshafton tractor.Be sure shaft iscoupled on tractor.
2. Adjust the vertical position of the pump driveshaft on thesprayerso that it is level,to slightly higher than lev­el with the PTOshaft on the tractor as shown. This re­duces driveline vibration when turning a corner. Adjust the vertical position by moving the four bolts supporting the driveshaft bracket.
Note: If, after adjusting the vertical position of the pump driveshaft, you find that the driveshaft is still a lot higher than the PTO driveshaft on the tractor; adjust the hitch up one position and readjust the pump driveshaft. Refer to "Tractor/Sprayer Hook-Up Instructions" starting on Page 15 to adjust the hitch.
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Figure 5
Hitch Height Adjustment
Refer to Figures 6 and 7
3. The shaft height and length should be assembled to ASAE standard or as described.
Figure 7
Tractor Drawbar Adjustment {1000 rpm only}
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WARNING
Keep all shields in place.
4. Keep all shields in place for your safety
5. Be sure PTO shaft support is swung out of the way and pinned before operating.
Wheel Width Adjustments
You may need to adjust the wheel width on your Great Plains Sprayer to match the row widths for row crops. To adjust the wheel spacing proceed with the following:
1. Park the sprayer in an open, flat area and unfold the boom.
2. Drain the sprayer tank of any excess water or chemi­cal. Never park the sprayer tank that has been ex­posed to chemicals within 100 feet of a freshwater source.Disposeof chemicalproperly byinstruction on the chemical label.
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3. Put blocksonthe front and rear side of the tires on the left side of the sprayer.
4. Loosen the u-boltsof the axle notsupported byblocks on the right side but DO NOT loosen the nuts com­pletely.
Figure 6
Tractor Drawbar Adjustment {540 rpm only}
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5. Jackup the frame abovethe right axlewitha hydraulic jack or hoist.
6. Loosen the u-bolts and slide the tandem axle assem­bly to the desired position.
7. Tighten the u-bolts until they are snug.
8. Let theframe downuntil thewheels aresupporting the weight.
9. Torque down the u-bolt nuts according to the "Torque Values Chart" on page 62.
10. Repeat steps 3 through 9 for the left side.
Quad-Jet Agitators {Stainless Steel Tanks Only}
Refer to Figure 8
The Quad-Jet agitators are the two agitators in the stain­lesssteel tank. Each agitatorhas four holesthat shoot jets ofwaterout atahigh velocity. Theagitator headis oriented at 45 degrees, with reference to the tank ends, so that the water jets are aimed at the corners of the tank. To ensure proper agitation, make sure that the agitator heads are al­ways kept in the orientation as shown.
Sparger Tube Agitators {Poly ethylene Tanks Only}
Refer to Figure 9
The sparger tube is used to agitate the liquid in the poly­ethylene tank. It has a line of holes in the tube that produces water jets at even intervals in the tank. These waterjetsare oriented ina waythatcauses theliquid inthe tank to “roll”. Below shows an end view of the front of the poly tank with an arrow showing the direction that the wa­ter shoots out of the sparger tube. Make sure that the water jets are oriented as shown to ensure proper agitation.
Figure 8
Tank Top View
Quad-Jet Agitator Head Orientation
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Figure 9
Tank End View Sparger Tube Orientation
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