Great Plains TSF1260 Operator Manual
Operator Manual
TSF1060 and TSF1260
Front Fold Boom Sprayers
Manufacturing, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information ....................................1
Safety Decals ...............................................................8
Introduction ..............................................................16
Document Family .......................................................16
Description of Unit ......................................................16
Models Covered .........................................................16
Intended Usage ......................................................16
Using This Manual......................................................16
Definitions...............................................................16
Owner Assistance ......................................................17
Preparation and Setup .............................................18
Before You Start.........................................................18
Hitching Tractor to Sprayer ........................................18
Hitch Type ..............................................................18
Hitching with Hydraulic Pump.................................19
Hitching with PTO Pump ........................................20
Axle Spacing ..............................................................20
Hydraulic Hookup .......................................................21
Sprayer Control Hydraulic Hookup .....................21
Hydraulic Pump Hookup.....................................21
Tractor / PTO Shaft Hookup.......................................22
Leveling Sprayer ........................................................23
Hitch Height............................................................23
Frame Level Adjustment.........................................24
Leveling Boom........................................................24
Locking System Setup................................................25
Hydraulic Pump Setup................................................26
Ace Pump Flow Limiter (Option).............................26
Flow Limiter Installation ......................................26
Setting Pump Rate .................................................26
Electrical Installation...................................................27
Electrical Connections............................................27
Lights ..................................................................27
Raven SCS 440......................................................27
Raven Setup.......................................................28
Hydraulic Valve Control..........................................29
Foam Marker Control (Option)................................29
Raven Auto-Boom (Option) ....................................29
Spraying Setup...........................................................30
Hydraulic Pump Setup............................................30
PTO Pump Setup ...................................................30
Manual Throttle Valve ............................................ 30
Sprayer Calibration .................................................... 31
Speed Calibration................................................... 31
Rate Calibration .....................................................32
Operating Instructions ............................................ 34
General Notes For Field Operation............................ 34
Operating Checklist................................................ 35
Using Hand Wash Tank ............................................. 35
Transporting............................................................... 36
Plumbing Overview .................................................... 38
Filling Tanks............................................................... 41
Filling Hand Wash Tank ......................................... 41
Filling the Flush Tank ............................................. 42
Filling the Main Tank .............................................. 42
Inspect Main Tank Quad Jets ............................ 42
Adding Water to Main Tank................................ 43
Main Fill Using Sprayer’s Pump ......................... 43
Main Fill Using Supply Pump .............................44
Adding Chemicals ...................................................... 45
Inducting Chemicals (Option)................................. 46
Agitation ..................................................................... 47
Foam Marker Tank Fill ........................................... 47
Boom Operations ....................................................... 48
2007+ Sprayer Hydraulics...................................... 48
2006- Sprayer Hydraulics....................................... 48
Elevator Raising/Lowering .....................................48
Boom Unfolding...................................................... 49
Boom Fold.............................................................. 49
Boom Tilt ................................................................ 49
Autoboom Operation (Option) ................................ 49
Operating Pump......................................................... 50
Unloading Materials ................................................... 50
Tank and Boom Flush................................................ 51
Parking....................................................................... 52
Unhitching with Hydraulic Pump ............................53
Unhitching with PTO Pump .................................... 53
Storage ...................................................................... 54
Adjustments ............................................................. 55
General Field Adjustments......................................... 55
Boom Height ..........................................................55
Nozzle Pressure..................................................... 55
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Axle Wheel Spacing Adjustment................................ 56
Break Away Spring .................................................... 57
Troubleshooting....................................................... 58
Maintenance and Lubrication ................................. 60
Maintenance .............................................................. 60
Sprayer/Boom Maintenance .................................. 60
Equipment Cleanup ............................................... 60
General Information ...............................................60
Filter Maintenance ................................................. 61
Clean-out the solution Whirlfilter®...................... 61
Clean Out Tank Fill Filter ................................... 61
Tank Straps .......................................................... 62
Shear Bolt ..............................................................62
Pump Maintenance & Repair ................................. 63
Ace Pumps............................................................. 64
Ace Hydraulic Pump Seal Replacement ............ 64
Ace Pump Disassembly ..................................... 64
Ace Pump Assembly .......................................... 65
Ace Belt Drive Pump Seal Replacement............ 66
Elevator Slide......................................................... 67
Quad-Jet Agitators ................................................. 67
Tank Entry.............................................................. 68
Lubrication ................................................................. 69
Options ..................................................................... 72
Autoboom................................................................... 72
Axles and Wheels...................................................... 72
Calibration Accessories ............................................. 73
Chemical Inductor...................................................... 73
High Volume Foam Marker........................................ 73
Gauge Protector ........................................................ 74
Hitches (Hydraulic Pump Only) ................................. 74
Open Center Hydraulic Kit......................................... 74
Pumps ....................................................................... 75
Ace Hydraulic Pump .............................................. 75
Ace Flow Limiter ................................................ 75
Ace PTO Pumps .................................................... 76
Speed Sensors .......................................................... 76
Radar Speed Sensor ............................................. 76
Raven Wheel Speed Sensor ................................. 76
Y-Cable.................................................................. 77
Appendix .................................................................. 78
Specifications and Capacities.................................... 78
Tire Inflation Chart ..................................................... 78
Torque Values ........................................................... 79
Hydraulic and Plumbing Diagrams ............................ 80
Boom Hydraulics.................................................... 80
Standard Closed Center Pin Assignments ............ 81
Manifold-Boom Assignments ................................. 82
Raven G1 Autoboom Hydraulics ........................... 83
Index ......................................................................... 85
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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 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 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.
Be Familiar with Safety Decals
▲ Read and understand “Safety Reflectors and Decals”
starting on page 8, thoroughly.
▲ Read all instructions noted on the decals.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
▲ Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin, caus-
ing serious injury. If hydraulic fluid penetrates the skin
under pressure, immediate medical attention is required.
See a physician familiar with this type of 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.
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Wear Protective Equipment
Great Plains advises all users of chemical pesticides or
herbicides to use the following personal safety equipment.
▲ Waterproof, wide-brimmed hat
▲ Waterproof apron.
▲ Face shield, goggles or full face respirator.
▲ Goggles with side shields or a full face respirator is
required if handling or applying dusts, wettable powders, or
granules or if being exposed to spray mist.
▲ Cartridge-type respirator approved for pesticide vapors
unless label specifies another type of respirator.
▲ Waterproof, unlined gloves. Neoprene gloves are recom-
mended.
▲ Cloth coveralls/outer clothing changed daily; waterproof
items if there is a chance of becoming wet with spray
▲ Waterproof boots or foot coverings
▲ Do not wear contaminated clothing. Wash protective cloth-
ing 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 hearing
impairment or loss. Wear suitable hearing protection such
as earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Avoid wearing entertainment headphones while operating
machinery. Operating equipment safely requires the full
attention of the operator.
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Handle Chemicals Properly
▲ Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions.
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can
seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and property.
▲ Inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire is a serious
health hazard.
▲ Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by the
chemical manufacturer.
▲ Before adding chemical to the tank, make sure tank is at
least half full. Do not pour concentrate into an empty tank.
▲ Never leave fill hose attached to the sprayer after filling
tank. Chemicals in tank can siphon out of tank and contaminate freshwater source.
▲ Always keep hand-wash tank filled with clean water and
have soap available in case of an emergency. Immediately
and thoroughly flush any area of the body that is contaminated by chemicals.
▲ 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 properly. 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.
▲ 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 (30m) of
any freshwater source or in a car wash.
▲ Rinse out the tank. Spray rinse water on last field sprayed.
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Confined Space
Once used for hazardous fertilizers, or seeds with hazardous treatments, your tank may become a
“permit-required confined space” under applicable statutes, regulations, insurance rules or business policy.
▲ When hazardous fumes are present, you can be quickly
overcome even with the tank lid open.
▲ Do not enter a tank for material loading, material unload-
ing, tank cleaning or valve maintenance.
▲ Clean tank by power washing from outside the tank top.
▲ Perform valve maintenance by removing meters from bot-
tom of empty tank.
▲ If obstruction removal or repair requires tank entry, have
the work performed by a team trained in confined space
procedures. See “Tank Entry” on page 68.
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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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.
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 driv-
ing on public roads.
▲ Use tractor lights and lights provided with implement.
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Check for Overhead Lines
Sprayer booms contacting overhead electrical lines can introduce lethal voltage levels on sprayer and tractor frames. A
person touching almost any metal part can complete the circuit to ground, resulting in serious injury or death. At higher
voltages, electrocution can occur without direct contact.
▲ Avoid overhead lines during sprayer operations.
Transport Machinery Safely
▲ Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph (32
kph). Some rough terrains require a slower speed. Sudden
braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset.
▲ Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). 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 sprayer in case of break-
down on the road.
▲ Keep clear of overhead power lines and other obstructions
when transporting. Refer to transport dimensions under
“Specifications and Capacities” on page 78.
▲ Do not fold or unfold the sprayer while the tractor is mov-
ing.
Shutdown and Storage
▲ Fold sprayer, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and
remove the key.
▲ Secure sprayer using blocks and supports provided.
▲ Detach and store sprayer in an area where children nor-
mally do not play.
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Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools
and equipment. Refer to this manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean, dry area.
▲ Fold the sprayer, 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 sprayer to cool completely.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before servicing or
adjusting electrical systems or before welding on 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 sprayer before
operation.
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.
▲ When removing and installing wheels, use wheel-handling
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 sprayer functions.
▲ Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave sprayer unattended with tractor engine run-
ning.
▲ Do not dismount a moving tractor. Dismounting a moving
tractor could cause serious injury or death.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor and sprayer during hitch-
ing.
▲ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven
parts.
▲ Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with mov-
ing parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding and raising
sprayer. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.
▲ Do not turn tractor too tightly, causing 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.
▲ Never use tank for potable water.
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Safety Decals
Safety Reflectors and Decals
Your sprayer comes equipped with all lights, safety
reflectors and decals in place. They were designed to
help you safely operate your sprayer.
▲ 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 cor-
responding 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.
Slow Moving Vehicle Reflector
818-055C
Middle rear of center section;
1 total
Red Reflectors
838-266C
On the rear outside corners of boom frame;
2 total
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Amber Reflectors
838-265C
Front corner faces of rear center tool bar,
Front outside corners of boom frame,
Front and rear corners of side frames;
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Daytime Reflectors
838-267C
Near outside corners of rear center tool bar,
just inside red reflectors;
2 total
Danger: PTO Driveline
818-142C
On driveline cover;
1 total
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Danger: Driveline Shield Missing
818-187C
On top of cover;
1 total
Danger: Chemical Hazard
818-323C
Center left tank frame,
rear center boom frame;
2 total
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Danger: Electrocution Hazard
818-367C
Rear boom frame, right of center;
1 total
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Danger: Guard Missing
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818-540C
On driveline;
1 total
Danger: PTO Driveline
ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
818-552C
On driveline;
1 total
Danger: Elevator Crush
818-864C
On rear face of elevator base;
1 total
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Warning: Negative Tongue Weight
818-019C
On the right draw bar at hitch;
1 total
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Warning: Excessive Speed
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.
818-188C
On the right draw bar at hitch;
1 total
81 -188C Rev C
Warning: Chemical Overflow Hazard
818-303C
On the optional inductor;
1 total
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Warning: High Pressure Fluid Hazard
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818-339C
At hydraulic connection panel,
on tongue drawbar tube near fan,
on seed auger;
3 total
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Warning: Overhead Boom
818-467C
Rear face, top inside corner of boom arm;
2 total
Warning: Axle Adjustment
818-548C
Center left tank frame;
1 total
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Warning: Water Contamination
818-696C
Center left tank frame;
1 total
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Warning: Pinch Point
818-798C
Rear faces of boom arm pivots, center section,
rear face, lower inside corner of arm at pivot,
opposing faces of plates at arm fold;
8 total
Caution: General Checklist
818-324C
Center left tank frame;
1 total
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Caution: Tire Pressure and Torque
818-381C
14.9 R46 wheel rims;
0 or 2 total
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Caution: Tire Pressure and Torque
818-365C (SN A1157F-)
13.6-38 wheel rims;
0 or 2 total
848-347C (SN A1158F+)
320/85R38 wheel rims;
0 or 2 total
Safety: Handwash Tank Location
818-304C
Top front of main tank;
1 total
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Introduction
Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new
product owners. Your Front Fold Boom 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.
Document Family
500-642M Owner’s Manual (this document)
500-642P Parts Manual
509-200M Application Guide
832-038C Nozzle Calculator (U.S.customary units)
832-058C Nozzle Calculator (metric)
Description of Unit
TSF1060 and TSF1260 are pull-type implements. They
have a working width of 60 feet (18.3m). The level float
boom is fully suspended starting with vertical spring suspension in a 42in (107cm) hydraulic elevator which provides a wide range of boom height adjustment along with
gas shocks that provide side-to-side stability.
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Models Covered
TSF-1060-2530 1000 Gallon 60ft 25 Nozzles at 30in
TSF-1060-3620 1000 Gallon 60ft 36 Nozzles at 20in
TSF-1260-2530 1250 Gallon 60ft 25 Nozzles at 30in
TSF-1260-3620 1250 Gallon 60ft 36 Nozzles at 20in
Intended Usage
Use these booms as part of a pressurized sprayer system to apply liquid pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers to
production-agriculture crops only. Do not modify sprayer
for use with attachments other than those approved by
Great Plains.
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.
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Figure 1
Left/Right Notation
Definitions
The following terms are used throughout this manual.
Paragraphs in this format present a crucial point of information
related to the current topic.
Read and follow the directions to:
- remain safe,
- avoid serious damage to equipment and
- ensure desired field results.
Note: Paragraphs in this format provide useful informa-
tion related to the current topic.
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.
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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 2
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 serial-number plate is
located on the left side of the cart frame below the front
tank.
Record your sprayer 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.
2. If you are still unsatisfied, seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership.
For further assistance write to:
Figure 2
Serial Number Plate
20422
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
Before You Start
Read and understand the owners manual for your
sprayer. A basic understanding of how the sprayer works
will aid in the assembly, setup and operation of your
sprayer.
Perform these checks before setting up your cross-fold
boom.
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Informa-
tion” 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 69.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged. See
“Safety Decals” on page 8.
Hitching Tractor to Sprayer
The standard TSF1060 and TSF1260 sprayers require a
tractor with closed center hydraulics. If the tractor has
open center hydraulics, the sprayer must be adapted to it
with an open center conversion kit, 833-427C. See
page 74.
Negative tongue weight - do not unfold boom before hitching.
When the tank is low or empty, unfolded booms can move the
center of gravity aft of the wheels. This will cause the tongue
to rise, with risk of personal injury and equipment damage.
Hitch Type
If the sprayer has a hydraulic pump, the hitch is a choice
of single tang or clevis. Tang and clevis hitching instructions begin on page 19.
If the sprayer has a PTO pump, a ball hitch with hitch
plate is standard. PTO hitching instructions begin on
page 20.
You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed
between the tractor and sprayer. Do not stand or place any
part of your body between sprayer and moving tractor. Stop
tractor engine and set park brake before installing the hitch
pin.
Electrocution hazard. To prevent serious injury or death from
electric shock, keep clear of overhead power lines when transporting, folding or unfolding boom. Boom is not grounded.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact. Refer to transport dimensions under “Specifications and Capacities”on
page 78. Do not fold or unfold boom while tractor is moving.
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Hitching with Hydraulic Pump
Refer to Figure 3
A hydraulic pump sprayer has either a single tang or clevis hitch. To change the hitch type, see “Hitches
(Hydraulic Pump Only)” on page 74 for ordering information. The clevis hitch may be inverted if necessary to
obtain ideal hitch height.
Refer to Figure 4
1. Park the sprayer in an open, flat and level area with
the jack in the park position.
2. Back the tractor up to the sprayer, and adjust the
sprayer hitch height with the jack and/or adjust the
tractor hitch height. Back the tractor until the hitches
align.
3. Insert the hitch pin and secure.
4. Skip to “Leveling Sprayer” on page 23.
Figure 3
Tang or Clevis Hitch
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Refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5
5. Remove the parking jack and pin it to the storage
stob on the brace tube above the left wheel axle.
Figure 4
Jack in Parking Position
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Figure 5
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Hitching with PTO Pump
Refer to Figure 6
A PTO pump sprayer has a ball hitch. The hitch parts
include a hitch plate and ball hitch pin to adapt a plain
tractor drawbar to ball hitch use.
If the tractor already has a ball hitch-compatible drawbar,
skip to step 6.
1. Remove the hammer-strap on the tractor.
2. Assemble the ball hitch plate to the drawbar by
placing the 1-8 x 5in long bolt through the drawbar
hole using flat washers on both ends.
3. Place the backup plate on top of the drawbar and
orient the slots so they point in the opposite direc-
tions from the hitch plate slots.
4. Insert the
the backup plate slots and the hitch plate slots.
Secure with washers and flange nuts provided.
5. Insert the ball hitch pin stud in the hitch plate
and secure with washer and 1
6. Park the sprayer in an open, flat, level area with the
jack in the park position.
1
2
3
5
2
3
⁄
-10 x 5in long bolt through washers,
4
5 2
4
6 2
1
⁄
-7 nylon insert nut.
4
7
3
8
4
5
1
6
2
Figure 6
Ball Hitch
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Refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8
7. Back the tractor up to the sprayer. Hook up the
sprayer ball hitch onto the stud pin mounted on
the ball hitch plate . Secure the ball hitch with the
large flat washer and the lynch pin .
2
8 7
6
8. Remove the jack and pin it to the storage stob on the
brace tube above the left wheel axle.
Axle Spacing
The TSF sprayers have sliding axles allowing wheel center-lines to be in the range:
N.America: 80 to 120 inches (203 to 305cm)
Export: 203 to 290cm (80 to 114in).
You can set them to match or complement tractor tire
spacing.
This adjustment is most easily done when the sprayer is
mechanically hitched with empty tanks. See “Axle
Wheel Spacing Adjustment” on page 56 for detailed
instructions.
Figure 7
Jack in Parking Position
Figure 8
Jack in Storage Position
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Hydraulic Hookup
The standard TSF1060 and TSF1260 sprayer has a single hydraulic connection at the hitch. Each cart hydraulic
function is served by an electro-hydraulic control valve at
boom center.
If an optional hydraulic pump is installed, there is a second hydraulic connection for the pump, which is located
near the hitch.
Refer to Figure 9
Each hose set has a label for flow conventions. The label
uses cylinder Base/Extend and Rod/Retract icons.
Be sure to connect these to the matching tractor
remotes, so that when remote levers are activated as
described in this manual:
a. booms move in the described directions, and
b. pump flow is forward and not reversed.
Sprayer Control Hydraulic Hookup
If the sprayer has a hydraulic pump, and the tractor has
only one circuit capable of continuous flow or only one
capable of adjustable continuous flow, reserve that circuit
for the pump, and use another for the main sprayer functions.
1. Connect the main sprayer hydraulic hoses to suitable
tractor remotes. They are easily identified, as they
pass behind the pump.
Hydraulic Pump Hookup
The hydraulic motor used on all liquid pumps is a 7 gpm
(23 liter/min.) motor. If the tractor used on the sprayer
does not have the capabilities to adjust the remotes
down to this flow, then a Hydraulic Flow Divider Kit must
be installed so that flow can be controlled to prevent
operating the pump at excessive speeds. See a Great
Plains dealer for more information.
Figure 9
Hose Label
Outlet Port
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Inlet Port
Refer to Figure 10
2. The pressure hose coming out of the tractor remotes
must be connected to the motor inlet port (“I” on current pumps; “A” on older pumps, Base end on hose
label), and the return line connected to the motor
outlet (“O” on current pumps, “B” on older pumps,
Date Code
Rod end on hose label).
3. Before operating, place a stop in the neutral position
Motor Model (204N,206N,210N)
for the tractor hydraulics so that the hydraulic lever
can only be moved to the float and down positions.
Refer to the tractor’s operator’s manual or tractor
dealer on information for the neutral stop.
Figure 10
Ace Pump Connections
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Note: DO NOT move the hydraulic lever into the neutral
position while the hydraulic pump is running. To do
so may cause damage to the hydraulic pump.
See page 50 for setting flow rate.
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Tractor / PTO Shaft Hookup
Rotating driveline contact can cause death. KEEP AWAY!
Shut down tractor when making connection.
Do not operate without guards attached and driveline securely
attached at both ends.
1. Verify that the tractor drawbar height, and tractor
PTO-to-drawbar spacing, are within ASAE standards, or as shown on page 23.
2. Position the PTO pump on the tractor’s PTO shaft
with the coupler bolt removed on the splined end.
3. Push the coupler of the pump on to align with notch
in the tractor PTO shaft and install bolt.
4. For a 540 RPM pump or a 1000 RPM 1
pump, torque the
1
⁄
in Grade 8 coupler bolts to 105
2
3
⁄
in spline
8
ft-lbs.
5. Rotate the PTO shaft by hand to make sure the 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.
Figure 11
Sprayer PTO Input
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Refer to Figure 11
9. If ASAE dimensions can be maintained, re-adjust the
tractor drawbar so that the implement end of the driveline centerline, at the bearing housing is level with
or slightly higher than the output centerline at the
tractor. This reduces driveline vibration when turning
a corner.
Refer to Figure 12
10. If insufficient (or no) hitch adjustment is available,
adjust the rear driveline height by loosening the four
4
bolts securing the pump mount.
If, after adjusting the vertical position of the pump drive-shaft,
the drive-shaft is still much higher than the PTO drive-shaft on
the tractor, adjust the hitch up one position and readjust the
pump drive-shaft. See “Leveling Sprayer” on page 23.
Figure 12
Sprayer Pump Mount
4
4
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Leveling Sprayer
Refer to Figure 13
Check and adjust this only when hitched on level ground.
For proper tank drainage and correct boom height control, the tank mainframe must be sloped forward in operation at an angle of:
1
one to two degrees (1-2
ASAE standards call for the top of the tractor drawbar
2
to be 13 to 20 inches (33 to 51cm) above ground.
Using a level, and yardstick or meter stick, check along
the tank frame. The forward end of the measuring stick
would be lower than the back end by:
yardstick:
meter stick: 2cm
Level may be adjusted either at the hitch, or at the
tongue-to-frame joint (or both).
If a PTO pump is present, the hitch height adjustment
range may be limited. If adjustments are made for PTO
alignment, level needs to be re-checked, and may need
adjustment at the tongue-mainframe joint .
3
⁄
in
4
°).
3
3
Hitch Height
With a hydraulic pump sprayer, make leveling adjustments at the tractor hitch (if possible). Keep the tractor
drawbar height within the ASAE recommended range
(13-20 inches, 33-51cm).
With a PTO pump, make leveling adjustments at the
hitch, but only if:
1
2
3
Figure 13
Leveled Sprayer
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5
4
2
Tractor
• both drawbar height ,
• PTO output to drawbar spacing can be kept within
recommendation - and
• the PTO input at the bearing mount (see Figure 11 on
page 22) can be kept at or slightly above the height of
the PTO output.
References:
Drawbar Height 13 to 20 inches 33 to 51cm
2
PTO-to-Drawbar 6 to 12 inches 15.2 to 30.5cm
4
540 PTO Setback 14 inches 35.6cm
5
1000 PTO Setback 16 inches 40.6cm
6
2
4
540 rpm PTO Dimensions
Figure 14
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4
2
Tractor
Figure 15
1000 rpm PTO Dimensions
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Frame Level Adjustment
Block the wheels, and use a hoist or multiple jacks for this
adjustment. Do not remove the adjustment bolts until the front
end of the tank mainframe is fully supported. Do not remove
the rear pivot bolts.
Refer to Figure 16 (shown with the tongue removed for clarity
- do not remove the tongue for adjustment)
The tongue can pivot about a pair of rear bolts , when
the forward adjustment bolts are removed. Two plates
3
with staggered hole patterns permit re-securing the
2
1
tongue over a range of angles.
1. Securely support the front of the tank mainframe
with a hoist or multiple jacks and stands.
3
1
2. Remove both adjustment bolts .
2
3. Adjust the hoist or jacks up or down until the mainframe is as close as possible to the desired 1
° for-
ward tilt angle.
4. Re-insert and securely fasten the adjustment bolts
2
. Torque these
3
⁄
-10 Grade 5 bolts to per the chart
4
“Torque Values” on page 79.
Leveling Boom
Pinch point hazard. Your fingers, hands or arms could be seriously injured or severed if caught in the folding boom sections.
Shut off tractor and remove key before adjusting shims.
Note: The boom sections must be level across the span
for even spraying.
Refer to Figure 17 and Figure 18
To adjust the inner arm:
1. Unfold the boom. See page 49.
2. Place supports under boom.
3. Loosen bolts holding the plates at the top of the pivots, located between the center section and the inner
boom arms.
4. Add or remove shims as necessary.
Additional shims are available from Great Plains as
part number 506-826D.
5. Retighten bolts.
2
Figure 16
Tongue-Mainframe Adjustment
Figure 17
Boom Level Shims Installed
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Figure 18
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Locking System Setup
Refer to Figure 19
The TSF1060 and TSF1260 have a locking system for
automatic boom locking during folding and transport. For
proper folding, the boom-lock cable must be tight enough
that the lock arms just clear their stops when unfolded
and rest secure against the stop when folded.
Refer to Figure 20
To adjust the tension on the boom-lock cable, loosen jam
nut and turn clevis.
Re-tighten jam nut.
Figure 19
Boom Lock Arms
Figure 20
Boom Lock Cable
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