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Feature Supplement Manual

YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670

YP2425F and YP4025F Dry Fertilizer/Seeder

Manufacturing, Inc.

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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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Important Safety Information ......................................1

Safety Decals .................................................................4

Introduction ..................................................................6

Description of Unit ..........................................................6

Intended Usage ..........................................................6

Models Covered .............................................................6

Document Family........................................................7

Using This Manual..........................................................7

Definitions................................................................... 7

Preparation and Setup .................................................8

Initial Setup.....................................................................8

Post-Delivery/Seasonal Setup........................................8

Hitching and Leveling .....................................................8

Operating Instructions.................................................9

Pre-Start Checklist .........................................................9

Planter Folding and Raising ...........................................9

Transport ......................................................................10

Typical YP2425F Weights ........................................ 10

Typical YP4025F Weights ........................................ 10

Loading Materials .........................................................11

Loading Seed ...........................................................11

Loading Fertilizer......................................................12

Changing Seed Box or Hopper ....................................13

Air Systems Operation .................................................14

Seeding System Overview .......................................15

Fertilizer System Overview....................................... 17

Fan Circuit Operation ...........................................18

Fan General Operating Information......................19

Butterfly Valves.....................................................19

Butterfly Valve Operation:.....................................19

Symptoms of Insufficient Air Flow ........................19

Symptoms of Excessive Air Flow .........................19

Monitor Operation.........................................................20

Marker Operation .........................................................20

Field Set-Up Checklists ................................................21

Field Operation.............................................................21

Short-Term Parking ......................................................21

Long-Term Storage ......................................................21

Adjustments................................................................22

Setting Material Rates ..................................................23

Setting Seed Rate ....................................................23

Setting Dry Fertilizer Rate ........................................23

Seed Meter Final Drive Range ................................. 23

Setting Variable Rate Gearbox ................................ 24

Meter Calibration......................................................25

Revolutions for Sample Size ................................ 25

Calibration Procedure .......................................... 25

Initial Calibration Steps ........................................ 25

Row Sample Calibration....................................... 26

Meter Sample Calibration..................................... 27

Calibration Adjustment ............................................. 28

Calibration: Rate Calculation................................ 28

Calibration: Gearbox Adjustment .........................28

Coulter Adjustment ...................................................... 29

Coulter Height Adjustment ....................................... 29

Coulter Applicator Adjustment.................................. 29

Frame-Mounted Coulter Force................................. 30

Troubleshooting......................................................... 31

Maintenance ............................................................... 34

Maintenance ................................................................ 34

No-Change Maintenance Items ................................... 34

Material Clean-Out....................................................... 35

Seeding System Clean-Out...................................... 35

Fertilizer System Clean-Out ..................................... 35

Meter Flute Replacement......................................... 36

Problem Fertilizer Clean-Outs.................................. 36

Removing Meter Box............................................ 37

Hopper Entry ............................................................ 37

Chain Maintenance ...................................................... 39

Fertilizer Meter Drive Chain ..................................... 39

Maintenance Schedule ................................................ 40

Seed Lubricants ....................................................... 45

Options ....................................................................... 46

Compatible Options ..................................................... 46

Options Not Recommended......................................... 46

Incompatible Options ................................................... 46

Appendix A - Reference Information........................ 47

Specifications and Capacities YP4025F ...................... 47

Tire Inflation Chart ....................................................... 47

Specifications and Capacities YP2425F ...................... 48

Torque Values Chart.................................................... 49

Hydraulic Diagrams...................................................... 49

Chain Routing YP2425F .............................................. 50

Chain Routing YP4025F .............................................. 51

Appendix B - Monitor Setup...................................... 53

Seed Monitor Console Setup ....................................... 53

Pre-Programming Preparation: ................................ 53

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every 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 information 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.

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Trademarks of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. include: Singulator Plus, Swath Command, Terra-Tine.

Registered Trademarks of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. include:

Air-Pro, Clear-Shot, Discovator, Great Plains, Land Pride, MeterCone, Nutri-Pro, Seed-Lok, Solid Stand,

Terra-Guard, Turbo-Chisel, Turbo-Chopper, Turbo Max, Turbo-Till, Ultra-Till, Ver ti-Till, Whirlﬁlter, Yield-Pro.

Brand and Product Names that appear and are owned by others are trademarks of their respective owners.

Printed in the United States of America

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Change User Level to Dealer Level ......................... 53

Auto Configuration ................................................... 54

To Run Auto Config:............................................. 54

Row Status/Row Width Setup.................................. 54

Material Configuration Setup

(Controlled Hydraulic Drive) ............................. 55

Planter Control Channel Setup ................................ 56

Valve Calibration...................................................... 57

Row Monitor Setup .................................................. 57

Speed Set Calibration Setup.................................... 58

Accessory Sensor Setup.......................................... 59

Hopper Assignment.............................................. 59

RPM Assignment ................................................. 59

Clutch Folding Module (CFM) Setup ........................60

Clutch Folding Module Operation .............................60

5 Revolution Test......................................................60

Summary Screen ......................................................61

Appendix C - Fertilizer Rate Charts ..........................62

Reading the Fertilizer Rate Chart .................................62

Fertilizer Rates .............................................................63

Fertilizer Rates, 70cm Row Spacing.........................64

Fertilizer Rates, 30 inch Row Spacing......................65

Density Adjustment.......................................................66

Index ............................................................................67

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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.

Prepare for Emergencies

▲ Be prepared if a ﬁre starts.

▲ Keep a ﬁrst aid kit and ﬁre extinguisher handy.

▲ Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital

and ﬁre department near phone.

Be Familiar with Safety Decals

▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals” on page 4,

thoroughly.

▲ Read all instructions noted on the decals.

▲ Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible

decals.

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Wear Protective Equipment

Great Plains advises use of the following personal safety equipment.

▲ Hearing protection, such as earmuffs or earplugs, for

making planter adjustments with the hydraulic fan running.Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or loss.

Avoid wearing entertainment headphones while operating machinery. Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator.

▲ Face shield, goggles or full face respirator when handling

treated seed, seed lubricants or seed treatment.

▲ Gloves for working near sharp objects, and for handing

lubricants or treatments.

Handle Chemicals Properly

Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and property.

▲ Read and follow chemical supplier 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.

▲ 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 application is completed for the day.

▲ Apply only with acceptable wind conditions. Wind speed

must be below 8 kph (5 mph). Make sure wind drift of chemicals will not affect any surrounding land, people or animals.

▲ Never wash out a hopper within 30m (100 feet) of any

freshwater source or in a car wash.

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Conﬁned Space

With materials loaded, or once used for hazardous fertilizers, or seeds with hazardous treatments, your fertilizer hopper may become a “permit-required conﬁned space” under applicable statutes, regulations, insurance rules or business policy. The vent tube structure in the hopper has features to assist escape, and is not for routine entry.

▲ A hopper that is full or merely appears full can be an

entrapment hazard. You can sink entirely into the material, or into an oxygen-deﬁcient void, and suffocate in a matter of seconds. Fertilizer bridges and crusts are especially dangerous.

▲ When hazardous fumes are present, you can be quickly

overcome even with the hopper lid open.

▲ Do not enter a hopper for material loading, material

unloading, hopper cleaning or meter maintenance.

▲ Clean hopper by power washing from outside hopper top.

▲ Perform meter maintenance by removing meter from bottom

of empty hopper.

▲ If obstruction removal or repair requires hopper entry, have

the work performed by a team trained in conﬁned space procedures. See “Hopper Entry” on page 37.

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.

▲ Lower the planter, 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 planter to cool completely.

▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before servicing or

adjusting electrical systems or before welding on planter.

▲ 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 planter before

operation.

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Safety At All Times

Thoroughly read and understand the instructions in this manual before operation. Read all instructions noted on the safety decals.

▲ Be familiar with all planter functions.

▲ Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.

▲ Do not leave planter unattended with tractor engine

running.

▲ Do not stand between the tractor and planter during

hitching.

▲ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven

parts.

▲ Wear snug-ﬁtting clothing to avoid entanglement with

moving parts.

▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding and raising

planter. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.

Safety Reﬂectors and Decals

Your YP2425F and YP4025F Dry Fertilizer/Seeder comes equipped with 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.

▲ When ordering new parts or components, also request

corresponding safety decals.

To install new decals:

848-519C Warning: Conﬁned Space Hazard

On upper left facet of fertilizer hopper; 1 total

See page 12 and page 35 through page 37 for further information.

Safety 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.

Note: This page describes only the option decals. See

your planter Operator manual for additional decals.

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848-509C Caution: Entanglement and Crushing

On left end of fertilizer air inlet manifold; 1 total

.eps

100%

848-510C Caution: Wear Eye Protection

On upper left facet of fertilizer and seed hoppers; 2 total

See page 11 for further information.

848-520C Caution: Possible Chemical Hazard

On upper left facet of fertilizer and seed hoppers; 2 total

See page 11 for further information.

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848-522C Caution: Entanglement and Crushing

On right face of seed hopper near ﬁnal range gears; 1 total

See page 23 for further information.

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Introduction

This feature operator manual (403-362M) is a supplement to your planter Operator manual (401-406M: YP2425F) or (401-571M: YP4025F), and covers only the additional information required to setup, operate and maintain a YP24 or YP40 planter equipped with the dry fertilizer/seeder.

Your planter relies on these material rate references:

Pages 62 to 66

Manual 401-406B

Manual 401-571B

Dry Fertilizer Rate

Only the fertilizer rates of this manual (403-362M) apply to the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670. Use of the granular system for seeding is not recommended.

YP2425 Seed Rate

Only the seed rates of manual 401-406B usually apply to the YP2425F-2470. Fertilizer rates in manual 401-406B apply only if the YP24F is also equipped for liquid fertilizer application.

YP4025 Seed Rate

Only the seed rates of manual 401-571B usually apply to the YP4025-1670F or YP4025F-1630. Fertilizer rates in manual 401-571B apply only if the YP40F is also equipped for liquid fertilizer application.

Figure 1

YP2425 and YP4025 DF Seeder

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Description of Unit

Refer to Figure 1

The YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 Planter is a dry fertilizer/seeder version of the YP2425 or YP4025. The standard seed-only hopper or bulk-box capability is replaced by a dual-function hopper (one for the YP4025F and two for the YP2425F).

• The dry fertilizer function includes: a 1440 liter (41 bu) hopper compartment with

integrated volumetric meter;

ground drive;

gear box; and,

frame-mounted fertilizer zone counters.

Fertilizer is applied whenever the planter is lowered and in forward motion. Rate is controlled by range gears and a crank adjuster on the gearbox.

• The seeder function is a: 670 liter (19 bu) compartment

that delivers seed to the standard YP24/YP40 airbox and row unit seed meters (not shown).

Seed rate is controlled by the standard DICKEY-john IntelliAg® seed monitor and hydraulic meter drive.

Intended Usage

Use the YP2425F and YP4025F Dry Fertilizer/Seeder only to apply dry granular fertilizer and/or plant seeds compatible with Singulator Plus®or ﬁnger pickup meters. Do not modify the planter for use with attachments other than Great Plains options and accessories speciﬁed for use with the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670.

Models Covered

This feature operator manual (403-362M) applies only to these speciﬁc planter models equipped with the dry fertilizer/seeder features:

YP2425F-2470 25-Series, Dry Fertilizer, 24-row, 70cm

YP4025F-1630 25-Series, Dry Fertilizer, 16-row, 30in

YP4025F-1670 25-Series, Dry Fertilizer, 16-row, 70cm

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Document Family

403-362M Feature Supplement Manual (this manual)

YP2425F:

401-406M Planter Operator Manual

401-406P Planter Parts Manual

401-406B Planter Seed Rate manual

YP4025F:

401-571M Planter Operator Manual

401-571P Planter Parts Manual

401-571B Planter Seed Rate manual

DICKEY-john® manuals:

110011508 Seed Monitor Manual Level 1

110011501 Seed Monitor Manual Level 2 and 3

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.

A crucial point of information related to the preceding topic. Read and follow the directions to remain safe, avoid serious damage to equipment and ensure desired field results.

Note: Useful information related to the preceding 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. An orientation rose in some line art illustrations shows the directions of: Up, Back, Left, Down, Front, Right.

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Preparation and Setup

This section helps you prepare the dry fertilizer feature of your YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 planter for use, and covers tasks that need to be done seasonally, or when the tractor/planter conﬁguration changes.

Before using the planter in the ﬁeld, you must hitch it to a suitable tractor, inspect systems and level the planter, per the instructions in the 401-406M (YP2425) or 401-571M (YP4025) Operator manual. Before using the planter for the ﬁrst time, and periodically thereafter, certain adjustments and calibrations are required. See the Operator manual for these procedures.

Initial Setup

See the Operator manual, Appendix B, for pre-delivery and ﬁrst-time setup items for the basic planter.

First-time/infrequent setup tasks for the YP24/YP40 DF/seeder feature include:

• Verify monitor setup (page 53 in this manual).

Post-Delivery/Seasonal Setup

On initial delivery, use with a new tractor, and seasonally, check and as necessary, complete these items before continuing to the routine setup items:

• Inspect fertilizer meter door seals for leaks or wear.

• Inspect fertilizer meter ﬂutes for damage or wear.

Hitching and Leveling

The YP24/YP40 DF/seeder feature causes no changes to the hitching procedures described in the planter Operator manual.

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Operating Instructions

This section covers general operating procedures. Experience, machine familiarity, and the following information will lead to efﬁcient operation and good working habits. Always operate farm machinery with safety in mind.

Pre-Start Checklist

Perform the planter pre-start checklist, and the following steps before transporting the YP24/YP40 DF/seeder planter to the ﬁeld. Add this item:

❑ Check for air system leaks at the fertilizer hopper lid,

meter, inlet and outlet manifolds.

Planter Folding and Raising

The YP24/YP40 DF/seeder feature does not affect raising/lowering, folding/unfolding or tongue operations.

Material Loss Risk

The fertilizer ground drive operates whenever the planter is lowered and in forward motion. If fertilizer application is not desired (for example, during speed calibration or row unit adjustment testing), take any of these steps to prevent fertilizer metering:

▲ Tie ground drive wheel up out of ground contact.

▲ Remove a chain in the ground drive.

▲ Set meter gearbox adjuster to zero. Do this only on a

temporary basis, such as speed calibration.

▲ Defer loading of fertilizer until after speed calibration or

other non-application lowered movement.

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Transport

Loss of Control Hazard:

Ensure that the towing vehicle is adequate for the task. Using an inadequate tow vehicle is extremely unsafe, and can result in loss of control, serious injury and death.

The planter can weigh over 15 000 kg (33,500 pounds), depending on conﬁguration and material load. The tractor unit MUST be rated for the load. If the tractor is not rated for at least 15 000 kg, calculate or obtain a scale weight of the planter.

Do not tow if planter exceeds the load rating of the vehicle.

Braking and Loss of Control Hazard:

Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph).

Reduction of Control Risk:

Material loaded prior to travel increases stopping distance, and increases the need for caution in turns and braking.

Typical YP2425F Weights

Configuration YP2425-2470

Standard¹ Model, Empty

Std. Model, Full Hoppers 13000 kg

Maximum² Configuration, Full

¹ Includes: Markers and Frame-Mounted Coulters

² Adds: Unit-Mounted Coulters & Dual Row Cleaners

9200 kg

13900 kg

Typical YP4025F Weights

YP4025F-

Configuration -1670 -1630

Standard¹ Model, Empty

Std. Model, Full Hoppers 14700 kg 32300 lbs

Maximum² Configuration, Full

¹ Includes: Markers and Frame-Mounted Coulters

² Adds: Unit-Mounted Coulters & Dual Row Cleaners

Other than considerations of planter weight, the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 requires no changes to transport compared to the standard YP24/YP40. See the 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual for transport instructions.

12800 kg 28200 lbs

15200 kg 33500 lbs

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Loading Materials

Seed and fertilizer may be loaded manually or via auger. Walkboard/ladder details, and auger height requirements are shown in the Operator manual. Before ascending the ladder for loading or auger outlet control:

• Check that the walkboard is closed and latched. Although the YP40F walkboard has a side extension, the latching is identical to the standard walkboard.

• Swing down and latch the lower ladder section.

Refer to Figure 2 (depicting the side railing closed, and rear railing open)

If loading via auger, the side and rear top railings may be swung down for clearance.

• Shut off hydraulic fan. Both hopper bins are pressurized when the fan is running.

Figure 2

Walkboard Railings

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Blowing Debris and Possible Chemical Hazards:

Do not open hopper lids with fan running. Hopper contents may blow into your face, possibly causing eye injury, and exposing you to dust and possible chemical hazards.

Dust and Possible Chemical Hazards:

Seed may present a dust inhalation hazard. Treated seed may present a chemical exposure hazard. Wear eye protection. Wear a dust mask or respirator. Wear other protective equipment speciﬁed by the seed and treatment suppliers.

Loading Seed

The seed hopper is the smaller rear hopper.

1. Close the slide gate at the base of the seed hopper.

Refer to Figure 3

2. To open the lid, lift up on the handle . The handle is

also a spring-loaded latch, and tilts up to release.

3. Inspect the hopper for leftover seed and debris.

Clean out anything other than the seed to be planted. See “Material Clean-Out” on page 35

4. At ﬁrst use, and seasonally, add seed lubricant to the

empty hopper, and then add a seed/lubricant mix to the empty hopper per the Operator manual. Mix lubricant with remaining seed per Operator manual.

5. See Caution at right. Load seed and seed lubricant

no higher than the top cap of the vent structure.

6. Close lid. Check that the latch snaps to horizontal

and is holding lid closed.

7. Swing up and latch railing if lowered for auger

operations.

Figure 3

Seed Hopper Lid

Sudden Lid Motion:

Open rear (seed) lid carefully. It is supported by a spring-loaded piston, and may swing up rapidly.

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Loading Fertilizer

Check that calibration and clean-out doors are closed at meter (page 35).

Refer to Figure 4

1. Lift the handle until the hook releases from the U-bolt shackle .

2. Inspect the strainer basket for debris. Remove and clean as necessary.

3 4 5

Conﬁned Space Hazards:

Leave strainer in place for all routine operations. Do not enter hopper for routine operations. Risk of entrapment and rapid suffocation. See “Material Clean-Out” on page 35 for further information.

3. Inspect the hopper for leftover fertilizer and debris. Clean out anything other than the fertilizer to be applied. See “Material Clean-Out” on page 35.

4. Re-install strainer.

5. Inspect the seal under the lid. It must make air-tight seal against the hopper top plate when the lid is closed and latched. Replace seal if crushed, worn or missing.

6. Load fertilizer through strainer.

Dust and Possible Chemical Hazards:

Dry fertilizer may present a dust inhalation hazard and may present a chemical exposure hazard. Wear eye protection. Wear a dust mask or respirator. Wear any other protective equipment speciﬁed by the material supplier.

Figure 4

Fertilizer Hopper Lid

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7. Swing lid closed. Lift handle. Engage shackle with hook. Close handle.

8. Swing up and latch railing if lowered for auger operations.

Close lid handle for operations or short-term parking. For long-term storage, do not engage hook or latch handle, to avoid deforming the seal.

For storage, particularly unlatched, a padlock through both U-bolts deters unauthorized entry by persons unaware of possible conﬁned space risks, and prevents entry of pests, debris and precipitation.

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Changing Seed Box or Hopper

This topic in the Operator manual does not generally apply to the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670. Using a standard 82bu hopper requires substantial disassembly of the planter seed cart structure, and modiﬁcations to the air system. Using a 150bu hopper or dual 200 gallon liquid fertilizer system further requires removal of the entire fertilizer ground drive. Such conversions are not documented or recommended.

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Air Systems Operation

Figure 5

Planter Air System for Seed Metering

Seeding System Elements (Excluding Drive)

1 6 11

Hydraulic Fan Slide Gate Meter Inlet Vent

2 7 12

Fan RPM Sensor Air Box Seed Inlet Seed Meter

3 8 13

Butterﬂy Valve (Seed Leg) Seed Level Sensor Meter Drive

4 9 14

Manifold Air Inlet Air Box Manifold Outlet Seed Tube

5 10 15

Seed Hopper Seed Delivery Hose Seed Sensor

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Seeding System Overview

Refer to Figure 5 on page 14

1. Hydraulic Fan: The hydraulic fan supplies air for both seed and fertilizer delivery. Fan rpm is operator-adjusted via the tractor circuit’s hydraulic ﬂow control.

2. Fan RPM Sensor: Fan rpm is measured by a sensor mounted inside the fan cage, and reported on the seed monitor console.

3. Butterﬂy Valve (Seed Leg): Manually-adjusted butterﬂy valves are provided on the splitter at the fan outlet. The valve on the left leg controls air for the seeding system. See page 19 for valve adjustment.

4. Air Box Air Inlet: Fan air enters the air box at the manifold inlet and is mixed with seed.

5. Seed Hopper: The rear hopper is the seed hopper. See “Loading Seed” on page 11. The hopper contains a pressure-balancing system (not shown) to help prevent seed bridging.

6. Slide Gate: There is a slide gate at the base of the seed hopper, used to shut off seed ﬂow during transport, maintenance and storage.

7. Air Box Seed Inlet: Seed enters the air box manifold at the top.

8. Seed Level Sensor: The inlet contains a level sensor. When this sensor is exposed (seed level below sensor), there may be less than a hectare of seed remaining.

9. Seed Manifold Outlets: The fan airﬂow entrains seed inside the air box, and exits at the manifold outlets. On this model planter, there is one outlet port per row.

10. Seed Hoses: Seed hoses deliver seed to the rows. On this model planter, there is one hose per row, and no Y-tube splitters.

11. Air Release Vents: The meter inlets contain a venting system to exhaust the delivery air. When seed backs up above the vent, seed ﬂow to that row stops until the meter has consumed enough seed to re-expose the vent.

12. Seed Meter: The Singulator Plus®or ﬁnger pickup meter contains a seed wheel or ﬁnger-set that capture seeds at a precise rate.

13. Seed Meter Drive: Meter rotation is coupled to the drive system, which is powered by a hydraulic motor (not shown) under control of the seed monitor. Clutches control drive shafts for entire planter sections. See planter Operator manual for clutch operation.

Note: Seeding rate is independent of air system

operation, if the air system is set to provide enough bulk seed ﬂow to keep the meters full, but not so much ﬂow that system plugging occurs. See page 19 for fan operation.

Note: A coupler at the meter may be disengaged to shut

off seeding at that row. See planter Operator manual for row shut off. Fertilizer application cannot be shut off at individual rows.

14. Seed Tube: The seed wheel or ﬁnger set deposits seed in the row’s seed tube, for delivery to the furrow.

15. Seed Sensor: In the seed tube, the seed sensor detects passage of seeds. Medium size and large seeds are counted individually. With smaller seeds, most are detected, allowing the monitor to detect stoppages.

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Figure 6

Planter Air System for Fertilizer Metering

Fertilizer System Elements (Excluding Drive)

1 7 13

Hydraulic Fan Level Sensor Manifold Outlets and Hoses

2 8 14

Fan RPM Sensor Fertilizer Meter 3-Way Tower

3 9 15

Butterﬂy Valve (Fertilizer Leg) Calibration/Clean-Out Doors 2-Way Tower

4 10 16

Air Inlet Manifold Meter Shaft RPM Sensor 2-Way Air Vent

5 12 17

Seed Hopper Flute Stars Blockage Detector

6 11 18

Pressure Sensor Range Gears Coulter Applicator

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Fertilizer System Overview

Refer to Figure 6 on page 16

1. Hydraulic Fan: The fan supplies air for both fertilizer and seed delivery. Fan rpm is operator-adjusted via the tractor circuit’s hydraulic ﬂow control.

2. Fan RPM Sensor: Fan rpm is measured by a sensor mounted inside the fan cage, and reported on the seed monitor console.

3. Butterﬂy Valve (Fertilizer Leg): Manually-adjusted butterﬂy valves are provided on the splitter at the fan outlet. The valve on the right leg controls air for the fertilizer system. See page 19 for valve adjustment.

4. Fertilizer Air Inlet Manifold: Fan air is divided into six equal ﬂows at the inlet manifold.

5. Fertilizer Hopper: The front hopper is the fertilizer hopper. See “Loading Fertilizer” on page 12. The hopper contains a ladder-style pressure-balancing system (not shown) to help prevent fertilizer bridging.

6. Pressure Sensor: A sensor in the fertilizer hopper reports air pressure to the seed monitor, and is reported on the console.

7. Fertilizer Level Sensor: The fertilizer hopper contains a level sensor. When this sensor is exposed (fertilizer level below sensor), approximately 78 liters (2.2 bu) of fertilizer remains.

8. Fertilizer Meter: The fertilizer meter is at base of the fertilizer hopper. There is no slide gate. The meter is always open to the fertilizer hopper.

9. Meter Doors: The meter box has doors at the bottom for clean-out (front) and calibration (rear). See page 27 or page 35. These doors are closed for ﬁeld operations.

10. Fertilizer RPM Sensor (shaft monitor): A sensor on the meter ﬂute shaft reports shaft rate to the seed monitor. The seed monitor does not report material rate from this data, but can generate alarms on shaft stoppages or rpm out-of-limits.

11. Range Gears: Interchangeable Final Range Gears set the coarse rate of the ﬂute shaft. The meter system is powered by a ground drive (not shown), which has a variable rate gearbox for ﬁne adjustment. See page 23.

Fertilizer metering occurs whenever the planter is lowered and in forward motion.

12. Flute Stars: Fertilizer is metered into the manifold air stream by ﬂutes on the ﬁnal shaft. The four inside compartments have three ﬂutes (six halves) and feed 3-way towers. The two outside compartments have two ﬂutes and feed 2-way towers.

Material Mis-Application Risk:

If it is ever necessary to disconnect delivery hoses at the manifold, it is essential that the hoses to the wing-end (2-way) towers be connected to the outside ports (#1 and #6) at the manifold.

13. Fertilizer Manifold Outlets: The fan airﬂow from the inlet manifold entrains metered fertilizer in the chambers below the ﬂutes, and exits at the manifold outlets. Each outlet serves a single hose to a single distribution tower, and multiple rows.

The center four outlets serve 3-way towers. The outside two outlets serve 2-way towers.

14. 3-way Tower: Four of the six towers divide the air/fertilizer ﬂow 3ways.

15. 2-Way Tower: Two of the six towers (the two serving wing end rows) divide the air/fertilizer ﬂow 2 ways.

16. Vent for 2-Way Towers: To balance the airﬂow at all manifold ports, the 2-way towers vent some of the air at the tower inlet. See page 43 for maintenance.

17. Blockage Detectors: Each tower divider outlet is equipped with a material sensor, connected to the seed monitor and conﬁgured for “Blockage” mode. These report any ﬂow failure at the rows. See page 54.

18. Coulter Applicators: Coulters are factory conﬁgured for side-dress fertilizer application, at 5cm (2in) off-row, and a depth of 5cm (2in), “zone” application. The coulter has adjustments for depth and the height of the applicator exit tube.

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Fan Circuit Operation

Refer to Figure 7

Three hydraulic hoses serve the fan, and must be properly connected for the fan to operate in the correct direction , at recommended speeds, and without damage. See “Hydraulic Hose Hookup” in the 401-406M (YP24) or 401-571M (YP40) Operator manual.

1. Always connect the case drain line ﬁrst.

This line protects the outer shaft seal of the hydraulic motor. The case drain is a small line to the hitch, provisioned with a specialized low-seep ﬂat-face case drain Quick Disconnect. Pressure spikes during motor operation, and pressure cycles due to temperature change are bled off by the case drain.

Motor Seal Damage Hazard

Do not apply pressure to the case drain line. Do not change the special QD connector. A restricted or sealed case drain line will promptly result in motor seal damage.

2. Connect the motor return line second, to sump.

Figure 7

Hydraulics at Fan

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The planter includes a 11⁄16in low back-pressure QD coupler set. Install the receptacle on a tractor sump port, and not at a normal remote return port. The unusual size aids in ensuring correct connection, so that the motor return line handles high volume at low back-pressure, ensuring full motor performance.

3. Connect the motor inlet line to a tractor remote

capable of 95 liters per minute (25 gpm). If a priority remote is available, use it for the fan.

4. The fan hydraulic circuit includes a check valve ,

which provides a relief path for oil at motor shutoff. If the fan is connected in reverse, ﬂow through this valve results in low fan rpm, providing strong indication reversed connection.

Correct fan direction is shown at . If reversed fan is

suspected, observe it during shutoff, as the direction of motion is easier to see at lower rpms as it slows to a stop (initial startup is virtually instantaneous, making observation at start difﬁcult).

Fan speed is controlled by the tractor circuit and butterﬂy valves (and not the seed monitor).

You may stop the fan by setting the circuit to neutral or ﬂoat. The check valve slows the blades to a stop by locally recirculating the oil.

If the fan is connected in reverse, it may not run at all (due to no oil source at the return connection). If oil is present, oil bypass at the check valve prevents the

fan from reaching high rpm. A reversed fan may send some air to the delivery systems, but is incapable of providing reliable air ﬂow for planting.

Fan speed can change as oil heats to operating temperature. Re-check fan rpm and hopper pressure more often during early operations.

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Fan General Operating Information

Adjust the fan rpm and butterﬂy valves to provide sufﬁcient air ﬂow for consistent transport of seed and dry fertilizer. Suggested values are shown at right.

Fan rpm is controlled by the tractor circuit, and reported by the seed monitor. Always start the fan with a low ﬂow setting. Gradually bring fan up to the target rpm.

Fan air pressure is measured by a sensor in the fertilizer hopper, and reported by the seed monitor. Air pressure is controlled by fan rpm, butterﬂy valve settings, material density and rates. System settings may vary with material mix, material density and rates.

Recommend initial butterﬂy valve setting is 0° (wide open) at both valves (assuming material application from both hoppers). If one hopper is unused, set the valve for that hopper to 30° to simulate the normal back-pressure of material ﬂow from that hopper.

Butterﬂy Valves

Use tractor remote hydraulic valve ﬂow control to set fan speed and butterﬂy valves to balance ﬂow. Precise technique depends on tractor capabilities:

• For any setup adjustment, operate the tractor engine at typical ﬁeld rpms, and not at idle.

• Preset the butterﬂy valves. Use any settings that you previously developed for the material mix and rates, otherwise:

70°

45°

20°

If the tractor has ﬁne control of remote ﬂow rates, and consistent ﬂow at varying tractor engine rpm, initially set the butterﬂy valves to 0°.

If the tractor has only coarse control of ﬂow, initially set the butterﬂy valves to 45°.

• Set the fan circuit ﬂow to bring the pressure sensor to near the recommended value.

• If the tractor has marginal ﬂow available, or the list circuit has priority, you may need to experiment with combinations of fan ﬂow and butterﬂy valve settings.

At excessive rpm, too much air ﬂow can cause:

Symptoms of Insufﬁcient Air Flow

• Excessive skips (low seed population) at seed meters.

• Blockage reported at fertilizer applicators.

• Plugging of delivery hoses at low spots.

Symptoms of Excessive Air Flow

• Blockage reported at openers or coulters.

• Plugging of delivery hoses near air boxes.

• oil heating

• slow lift times

Figure 8

Fan Butterﬂy Valve Handle

Butterﬂy Valve Operation:

To adjust, loosen bolt and rotate the handle . Re-tighten bolt.

0° is wide open - maximum air ﬂow. 90° is closed - minimum air ﬂow.

The valve provides the most effect at settings between 20° and 70°.

Starting at 30° reduces the fan workload. Starting at 45° provides the most adjustment range up or

Note: If desired pressure cannot be reached, or requires

unusually high oil ﬂow at low butterﬂy valve settings, chances are the fan is running backwards. Reverse the inlet/return lines at the hitch.

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Monitor Operation

The YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 includes the standard DICKEY-john operating in Planter/Drill Control mode. There are setup differences vs. other YP40 planters, generally:

• Row delivery tubes are equipped with blockage sensors. These rows are treated as “seed” rows numbered from

IntelliAg® monitor,

YP24 YP40

25 (actual seed row 1) to 17 (actual seed row 1) to

48 (actual seed row 24) 32 (actual seed row 16)

• Seed tubes are monitored in Population mode. Fertilizer applicators are monitored in Blockage mode.

Note: Fertilizer is not set up as a separate Material or

Channel. The monitor’s “GRAN FERT” air drill mode is not used. The seed monitor is not engaged for fertilizer calibration, and no “CAL CONST” is required.

• There are two hopper level sensors in use:

1. Seed air box

2. Fertilizer hopper level

Note: There is no optional level sensor for the seed

hopper.

• There is one air pressure sensor in use, installed in the fertilizer hopper.

• There is a second end of the fertilizer meter shaft. Although the seed monitor can report the rpm, the main use is as a shaft monitor.

Set upper and lower rpm limits based on the fertilizer rate chart, and your planned ﬁeld speed. The chart shows expected meter rpm for various gearbox settings, in High and Low range, at 9.7 kph (6 mph). If using a different ﬁeld speed, adjust the expected rpm proportionately.

rpm sensor, installed on the left

Marker Operation

The YP24/YP40 DF/seeder feature does not affect marker operations.

a. The ﬁrst rpm sensor is on the hydraulic motor for the seed meters.

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Field Set-Up Checklists

Add the following items to the basic planter checklists, or any customer checklist you have developed.

Mechanical Checklist (Hitching) Page

No changes

Electrical Checklist Page

No changes

Hydraulic System Checklist Page

No changes

Mechanical Checklist (post-Hitching) Page

No changes

Planter Meter Drive Checklist Page

Check fertilizer ground drive and gearbox output chain lubrication and slack

Check ﬁnal Range gears set for desired High or Low range

Check setting of variable rate gear box against chart or calibrated rate.

No changes for seeding

Air System Checklist Page

Fan butterﬂy valves set for fertilizer 19

Fertilizer loaded. Lid closed. 12

No air leaks in fertilizer system

Hoses and tubing - no sags, no pinches

Hoses fully connected to applicators

Row Units Checklist Page

Check frame-mounted coulter: offset angle depth

Check applicator height. 29

Field Operation

The YP24 DF/seeder feature requires no changes to the checklists in the 401-406M Operator manual, the YP40 DF/seeder requires no changes to the checklists in the 401-571M Operator manual.

When the fan is running, and the planter is lowered and in forward motion, material is applied from the fertilizer hopper at the currently set rate.

Consult seed monitor for blockage alarms.

When reloading fertilizer, check consumption against anticipated use to that point.

Short-Term Parking

The YP24 or YP40 DF/seeder feature requires no changes to the Parking steps in the 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual.

Long-Term Storage

The YP24 or YP40 DF/seeder feature adds the following steps to the storage recommendations of the 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual:

• Perform a seeding system clean-out (page 35)

• Close the lid of the seed hopper ﬁrmly, making sure it is fully latched (page 11).

• Clean-out the fertilizer air system and hopper (page 35).

• Tie the clean-out and calibration doors partly open (page 35).

• Close, but do not tightly seal the fertilizer hopper lid (page 12).

Equipment Damage Risk:

Perform a fertilizer clean-out when the planter is left unused for more than 36 hours. Fertilizer is generally very corrosive. If fertilizer or residue is allowed to remain in the hopper or meter, exposed metal surfaces will be attacked. See “Material Clean-Out” on page 35.

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Adjustments

This table provides a cross-reference to all adjustment items unique to the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 planter.

For adjustments not listed, see the 401-406M (YP24) or 401-571M (YP40) Operator manual.

Adjustment Page The Adjustment Affects

Air Systems 14

Fan Speed 19 Optimal seed distribution

Butterﬂy Valve (Seed Leg) 19 Consistent seed ﬂow and disk singulation

Butterﬂy Valve (Fertilizer Leg) 19

Material Rates

Seed Rate

Fertilizer Rate 62

Monitor Adjustments

Alarms 20

Restore factory settings 53

Frame-Mounted Coulter Adjustments

Coulter Depth 29

Applicator Depth 29

401-406B

401-571B

(Same as for standard YP24 planters. Refer to that Seed Rate manual.)

(Same as for standard YP40 planters. Refer to that Seed Rate manual.)

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Setting Material Rates

Setting Seed Rate

Seed rate setting for the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 planter is identical to the standard YP24 or YP40 planter. Refer to the Operator and Seed Rate manuals for details:

YP2425F-2470 401-406M Operator manual

401-406B Seed Rate manual

YP4025F-1630 or YP4025F-1670

401-571M Operator manual 401-571B Seed Rate manual

Setting Dry Fertilizer Rate

There are three steps to obtaining the target fertilizer kilograms per hectare (or pounds per acre):

1. Set Final Drive Range on fertilizer meter (below)

2. Set Variable Rate Gearbox (page 24)

3. Calibrate (page 25).

DRIVING

Seed Meter Final Drive Range

Refer to Figure 9

The meter ﬂute shaft is driven by the agitator shaft through a pair of interchangeable gears , . The positioning of these gears creates two ﬁnal drive ranges.

The rate chart has two page columns, each based on a speciﬁc Final Drive Range. The Ranges are:

• “High” range, which is used for higher fertilizer rates

• “Low” range, which is used for lower fertilizer rates

The two meter shafts are labeled “DRIVING” and “DRIVEN”. The “DRIVING” shaft is the upper shaft. The “DRIVEN” shaft is the lower shaft.

Refer to the Fertilizer Rate chart (page 63), the table at right, and Figure 9 for setting the meter ﬁnal drive range.

1. Remove the lynch pins from the ends of both shafts.

2. Remove and position the gears as shown in the table above.

3. Secure with lynch pins.

1 2

3 4

DRIVEN

Figure 9

High Final Drive Range

FINAL DRIVE

RANGE

LOW RANGE 17 Tooth Small 54 Tooth Large

HIGH RANGE 54 Tooth Large 17 Tooth Small

DRIVING DRIVEN

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Setting Variable Rate Gearbox

The variable rate gearbox allows an inﬁnitely variable meter drive speed to attain a wide range of application rates. The ratio of gearbox input speed to output speed is controlled by the position of a gearbox control arm. The control arm has an indicator that points to a scale marked in degrees. The Fertilizer Rate chart shows the rate for each ﬁve degrees of arm rotation.

Refer to the rate chart and set the variable rate gearbox control arm to its scale setting for the target fertilizer rate

To adjust the Variable Rate Gearbox:

Refer to Figure 10

1. Remove the hairpin cotter securing the gearbox adjustment crank .

2. Rotate crank until the control arm indicator points to the scale setting that matches the rate from the rate chart or as determined by calibration.

3. Reinsert the hairpin cotter.

Note: The variable rate gearbox operates optimally

between 30 and 70. If the target fertilizer rate appears on both the Low and High Range charts, the most consistent results are obtained when the gearbox control arm is set between 30 and 70. Settings below 20 degrees are not recommended. When the control arm is set above 70 degrees, large movements of the arm result in small changes in seeding rate.

2 3

Figure 10

Variable Rate Gearbox

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Meter Calibration

The fertilizer rate charts are based on a representative 11-52-0 dry granular fertilizer. Many factors affect meter rates including fertilizer density, granularity, texture, adhesion, humidity and ﬁeld conditions.

Great Plains recommends calibrating for the exact material being applied. Calibration determines the kg/ha (or lbs/ac) of the meter at the current variable rate gearbox setting for your particular fertilizer.

Calibration Procedure

Calibration consists of:

• metering material for a simulated distance (area), by manually cranking the ground drive system,

• measuring the sample weight generated, computing the rate, and, if not the rate desired,

• adjusting the gearbox setting to produce a rate closer to the target rate, then;

• re-sampling to verify the adjustment.

There are two ways to collect the sample:

a. Fan On / Row Sample (page 26)

Place collection containers under each fertilizer row applicator (calibration door closed).

b. Fan Off / Meter Sample (page 27)

Place a tarp under the fertilizer meter with the calibration door open.

Either method relies on manual operation of the fertilizer ground drive system and meter. You may operate the drive by turning the ground drive wheel itself, or use the supplied 403-414H crank to turn the jackshaft at the ground drive arm pivot.

Initial Calibration Steps

1. Set the ﬁnal gear Range and variable rate gearbox

adjuster (from the charts on page 64 or 65, or previous calibrations of similar material).

2. Hitch planter to tractor capable of operating the

planter. (See 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual.)

3. Close the slide gate on the seed hopper (page 14).

4. Raise the planter. Install transport locks. (See

401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual.)

5. Load enough fertilizer for at least1⁄10hectare (or

⁄10acre) plus an extra 35 to 45 kg (75 to 100 lbs)

(page 12).

Refer to Figure 11

6. Attach the 403-414H calibration crank to the left

end of the fertilizer ground drive arm pivot. You can use the hairpin cotter from the gearbox adjuster

crank to secure the calibration crank to the shaft.

Sampling Error Risk:

Do not leave fertilizer hopper lid open. Low pressure above fertilizer skews results. Perform calibration with lid tightly closed, as for normal ﬁeld operations.

Revolutions for Sample Size

Sample Revolutions of:

Size Crank Wheel

1/10th Hectare 4.52 5.24

1/10th Acre 11.16 12.95

1 Hectare 45.2 52.4

1 Acre 111.6 129.5

Note: A cranking speed of 1 revolution per second

(60 rpm) simulates a ﬁeld speed of 9 kph.

Note: For a more accurate calibration, crank for a full

hectare or acre. Make sure there is enough material in the hopper.

Material Rate Risk:

Check consumption rates in the ﬁeld. One variable factor that calibration cannot compensate for is the effective rolling radius of the ground wheel in unusually soft or hard ground.

Figure 11

Calibration Cranking

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Row Sample Calibration

This method requires 16 or 24 containers each with a capacity of about 1% of a hectare or acre, and a scale capable of precisely weighing the heaviest empty container plus the sample size (or all the containers at once).

7. Turn on the seed monitor system. Although not used for calibration, you need the monitor to display fan rpm.

8. Weigh the empty sample containers (the “tare”).

Refer to Figure 12

9. Place the collection containers under each coulter applicator.

Refer to Figure 13

10. Start the hydraulic fan. Adjust the rpm to normal ﬁeld

Figure 12

Row Sample Collection

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values.

Machine Damage Risk:

Do NOT turn the crank clockwise, or the gearbox may be damaged. Turn the crank only counter-clockwise (as seen from planter left, facing planter right).

11. Turn the crank counter-clockwise until material is consistently appearing in the collection containers. Stop cranking.

12. Empty the collection containers.

13. Turn the crank for the number of revolutions necessary to simulate the area to sample, as shown in chart on page 25.

14. Calculate the material rate per the instructions and examples on page 28.

15. If the results differ from your target by more than a few percent, adjust the gearbox setting per the instructions on page 28.

Then measure another sample starting at step 13.

Row Sample Close-Out

16. Pin the gearbox adjuster in position

17. Remove the calibration crank.

Figure 13

Calibration Crank (Row)

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Meter Sample Calibration

18. Weigh any container(s) required to hold the sample on the scale.

Refer to Figure 14

19. Place a tarp under the fertilizer meter. Support the corners or edges so that no material can spill.

Refer to Figure 15

20. Open the meter calibration door. The calibration door is the rear door, furthest from the DRIVING gear.

Material Loss Risk:

Do not open the (forward) door under the DRIVING gear. This is the clean-out door. Opening this door drains the hopper. Once the clean-out door is open it is difﬁcult to stop

Figure 14

Meter Sample Collection

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seed ﬂow until the hopper is empty.

21. Wipe all material off the ﬂanges around the meter door.

Machine Damage Risk:

Do NOT turn the crank clockwise, or the gearbox may be damaged. Turn the crank only counter-clockwise (as seen from planter left, facing planter right).

Refer to Figure 16

22. Turn the crank counter-clockwise until material is consistently appearing in the collection containers. Stop cranking.

23. Empty the tarp and return it to the collection position.

24. Turn the crank for the number of revolutions necessary to simulate the area to sample, as shown in chart on page 25.

25. Weigh the collected sample. Subtract the weight of any container required at the scale.

26. Calculate the material rate per the instructions and examples on page 28.

27. If the results differ from your target by more than a few percent, adjust the gearbox setting per the instructions on page 27.

Then measure another sample starting at step 23.

Meter Sample Close-Out

28. Pin the gearbox adjuster in position

29. Remove the calibration crank.

Figure 15

Calibration Door Handles

Figure 16

Calibration Crank (Meter)

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Calibration Adjustment

Once a sample has been taken, two steps remain:

a. Calculate the current rate.

b. If needed, calculate and apply an adjustment to the

gearbox setting.

Calibration: Rate Calculation

30. If not already done, weigh the metered sample. This is the gross weight.

31. Subtract the weight of the empty containers (the tare) from the gross weight.

Net_Weight Gross_Weight Tare–=

If your sample size was based on cranking for a full hectare or acre, no further rate calculation is necessary. The net weight is the per-hectare or per-acre rate. Skip to step 33.

32. If the sample size was1⁄ rate for the full area.

ha (or ac), calculate the

Area_Rate Net_Weight 10×=

Calibration: Gearbox Adjustment

33. If the calculated rate is within about 2% of your target, there may be no beneﬁt in attempting further calibration. Resume at “Row Sample Close-Out”on page 26 or “Meter Sample Close-Out” on page 27.

34. Calculate a gearbox scale adjustment. Divide the targeta rate by the sampled rate.

Factor

Target_Rate

---------------------------- -

Area_Rate

Example based on YP4025-1670: The example in this column is based on a target rate:

120 kg/ha

a gearbox setting of:

80 and a row sample, using 16 containers. When empty the collection of 16 containers weighs:

1.1 kg

Example: The sample and all containers weighs a total of:

12.6 kg

The net weight of the sample is:

12.6 - 1.1, or:

11.5 kg

Example: Area rate for the sample is:

11.5 x 10, or:

115 kg/ha

This is just approximately 4% under the desired rate, and is probably worth adjusting for.

Example: 120 ÷ 115 is:

1.043 or 104.3%

35. Use this factor to determine the next gearbox setting.

Next_Setting Previous_Setting Factor×=

36. Reset the gearbox adjuster to the “Next_Setting” value.

For corrections of 5% or more, re-calibration is recommended.

If a Low range correction puts the “Next_Setting” above 90, start settings development over in High range.

If a High Range correction puts the “Next_Setting” below 20, start settings development over in Low range.

a. Use the desired ﬁeld application rate. Do not use any “adjusted” rate used to determine the initial gearbox setting.

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Example: 80 x 1.043 is:

83.5

Note: The gearbox adjustment has a near-linear effect

on rates only near mid-scale or for small adjustment changes. For corrections of 10% or more, or near the ends of the scale, recalibration is essential, as further adjustment is likely.

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Coulter Adjustment

The frame-mounted coulters standard on the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 are conﬁgured for “zone” application: 5cm offset from seed furrow, and 5cm depth, or “2x2”in.

As blades wear, or under unusual ﬁeld conditions, you may need to adjust the coulter depth. If the depth is adjusted, the applicator needs to be adjusted as well.

Coulter Height Adjustment

Refer to Figure 17

1. Raise the planter. Install transport locks.

2. Move the planter to a ﬂat level surface. A paved area is ideal.

3. At each coulter, measure the raised tool bar height (“Bar_Height”) .

4. For a 2.5cm (2in) coulter depth, compute the ideal raised height of the disk edge.

Metric:

Edge_Height Bar_Height 66– 5–=

Inch:

Edge_Height Bar_Height 26– 2.5–=

5. Reset the coulter shank to the new “Edge_Height”.

Coulter Applicator Adjustment

Normally, the coulter tine tip is set to exactly ground level, although you may set it higher or lower for unusual conditions. To change the height, loosen the mounting bolt and move the applicator weldment up or down.

If you are adjusting the tine height, to ground level, with the planter raised, use:

Metric (cm):

Tine_Height Edge_Height 5+=

or, U.S. customary (inches):

Tine_Height Edge_Height 2.5+=

Figure 17

Dry Fertilizer Coulter

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Frame-Mounted Coulter Force

In normal operation at target running depth, the spring is at full extension or only slightly compressed. It compresses brieﬂy as obstructions and denser soil are encountered.

Coulter springs are set to 181 kg (400 lbs). In normal operation at target running depth, the spring is at full extension. It compresses brieﬂy as obstructions are encountered.

• In heavy no-till conditions, you may observe the springs in compression most of the time. This means that the blades are not reaching the desired coulter depth. If implement weight is sufﬁcient, you can increase the spring down-force to compensate.

• In light but rocky conditions, the factory spring setting may be higher than needed. You can extend blade life by reducing the force at which the blades ride up over obstructions.

To adjust the coulter spring:

Refer to Figure 18

1. Raise the planter and install transport locks.

2. Determine the new spring length desired. See the

table at right.

3. Measure the current length of the spring(s) to be

changed. If already shorter than 24.8cm (9 longer than 26cm (10

⁄

in), do not further adjust

⁄

in), or

them.

4. Loosen the jam nut .

5. Rotate the adjuster nut until the spring is at the

new length. Tighten the jam nut.

Note: If all springs are continuously in compression, the

coulters can lift the wing frames off the ground (at the gauge wheels), resulting in uneven coulter depth and/or uneven seed depth. If the planter is already operating at maximum down-pressure, reduce coulter depth.

Figure 18

Frame-Mounted Coulter Spring

Spring Length Force at Blade

26.0 cm (10.25 in) 136 kg (300 lbs)

25.4 cm (10.00 in) 181 kg (400 lbs)

24.8 cm (9.75 in) 238 kg (525 lbs)

Machine Damage Risk:

Do not use spring lengths shorter than 24.8 cm (9.75 in). It may contribute to premature parts failure which will not be covered by warranty.

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Troubleshooting

The tables of this section cover possible issues speciﬁc to the YP24/YP40 DF/seeder feature.

See also the Troubleshooting section of the 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual.

Dry Fertilizer Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Solution

Delivery Hoses Plugging

No Fertilizer Flow (all rows)

No Fertilizer Flow (some rows)

Insufﬁcient airﬂow to operate both fertilizer and seed delivery systems.

Fan circuit running in reverse Check and re-connect circuit hoses (see

Fan won’t run fast enough at maximum tractor circuit setting

Fan speed low on capable tractor. Hydraulic fan check valve is installed backwards

Air leaks Check:

False-positive blockage detection. Some ﬁne materials and/or low rates, may cause the monitor to report blockage.

Gearbox set to zero Set and calibrate gearbox (page 24).

Gearbox at zero, even though not set to zero.

Drive chain broken or skipping Check chain condition and slack (page 39).

Material run-out. Re-load fertilizer. Re-check rate setting and

Bridging in fertilizer hopper due to air leak

Bridging in fertilizer hopper due to material consistency

Meter box completely plugged. Clean-out hopper and meter. See page 36.

Butterﬂy valve closed at fertilizer leg Check setting of valve. Tighten bolt.

Blockage inside tower. Remove cap. Clear blockage.

Increase fan speed (page 19). If already at 3800 rpm, open fertilizer-leg butterﬂy valve (page 19).

401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual).

Check butterﬂy valves. Notes that tractor must be able to supply 18 gallons/minute at 200 psi.

Reverse installation of check valve (see 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual).

hopper lid, hopper base to airbox seal, clean-out and calibration door seals and delivery hoses.

Shut off monitoring for fertilizer rows.

Check that gearbox indicator arm is pinned to adjuster shaft.

level sensor function if run-out was unexpected.

Inspect seal under lid. Replace as necessary. Check that hook and shackle have not become mis-adjusted.

Clean-out and replace material. See page 35.

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Dry Fertilizer Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Solution

No Fertilizer Flow (single row)

Application Rate Low (all rows)

Application Rate Low (some rows)

Application Rate Low (single row)

Bridging at inlet of applicator tube Remove hose. Clear bridge. Check material for

oversize content. Also check meter ﬂutes for damage. Generally, anything that passes an undamaged ﬂute will also pass all down-stream constrictions.

Bridging at or near tip of applicator tube

Final drive gears are in Low range when High is required

Incorrect meter setting Check basic setting against chart (page 63).

Excessive ﬁeld speed Chart was developed at 9.7 kph. Fan and

Density adjustment and/or calibration not performed

Excessive gaps between passes. Area actually covered is less than intended.

Ground drive arm spring has failed or gotten out of adjustment.

Hose connection incorrect at manifold outlets. Outside two outlets serve only wing end towers and not inner towers

Meter ﬂutes worn or broken Inspect and replace ﬂutes (page 36).

Foreign matter blocking ﬂow at ﬂute compartment

Airbox outlet plugged. Clean-out hopper (page 35).

Clean out tube. Inspect fertilizer for clumping, oversize particles and foreign matter.

Exchange gears (page 23).

Review calibration steps (page 25).

meter performance may not scale to higher speeds.

Adjust density (page 66) before selecting initial rate settings. Calibrate (page 25).

Check that pass gap is one row space. Adjust marker extension if necessary.

Check spring. Reset

Reconnect inside towers to inside manifold ports (page 17).

Clean-out hopper (page 35). Inspect and clean above ﬂutes.

Inspect manifold outlet area.

Application Rate High (all rows)

Application Rate High (some rows)

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Final drive gears are in High range when Low is required

Density adjustment and/or calibration not performed

Overlap between passes. Area actually covered is greater than intended.

Hose connection incorrect at manifold outlets. Center four outlets serve only inside towers and not wing end towers

Meter ﬂutes worn or broken Inspect and replace ﬂutes (page 36).

Exchange gears (page 23).

Adjust density (page 66) before selecting initial rate settings. Calibrate (page 25).

Check that pass gap is one row space. Adjust marker extension if necessary.

Reconnect wing end towers to outside manifold ports (page 17).

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This table covers possible issues speciﬁc to the YP24/YP40 DF/seeder feature.

See also the Troubleshooting section of the 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual.

Seeding Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Solution

Seed Hoses Plugging

No Seed Flow (all rows)

Planting Rate Low (single row)

Insufﬁcient airﬂow to operate both fertilizer and seed delivery systems.

Air leaks Check:

Fan circuit running in reverse Check and re-connect circuit hoses (see

Fan won’t run fast enough at maximum tractor circuit setting

Fan speed low on capable tractor. Hydraulic fan check valve is installed backwards

Material run-out. Re-load seed. Re-check rate setting and level

Bridging in seed hopper due to material consistency

Butterﬂy valve closed at seed leg Check setting of valve. Tighten bolt.

Airbox outlet plugged. Clean-out hopper (page 35).

Increase fan speed (page 19). If already at 3800 rpm, open seed-leg butterﬂy valve (page 19).

hopper lid, hopper base to airbox seal, clean-out door seal and delivery hoses.

401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual).

Check butterﬂy valves. Notes that tractor must be able to supply 18 gallons/minute at 200 psi.

Reverse installation of check valve (see 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual).

sensor function if run-out was unexpected.

Clean-out and replace material. See page 35.

Inspect manifold outlet area.

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Maintenance

Proper servicing and maintenance is the key to long implement life. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, downtime, and repair.

Always turn off and remove the tractor key before making any adjustments or performing any maintenance.

Crushing Hazard:

Always have transport locks in place when working on implement. You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed under a falling implement.

1. After using your planter for several hours, check all

bolts to be sure they are tight.

2. Remove excess slack from chains. Clean and use

chain lube on all roller chains as needed.

3. Lubricate areas listed under “Maintenance

Schedule” on page 40.

4. Replace any worn, damaged, or illegible safety

labels by obtaining new labels from your Great Plains dealer.

No-Change Maintenance Items

This section of the 403-362M manual covers planter elements that introduce changes to maintenance, compared to a standard YP24 or YP40.

Topics unchanged from the standard YP24 or YP40 are:

• Hydraulic Maintenance

• Marker Maintenance

• Leveling and Alignment

• Seed Meter Maintenance

• Seed Flap Maintenance

• Liquid Fertilizer Maintenance

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Material Clean-Out

When planting is completed, it is commonly the case that some fertilizer and seed remains. There may be seed in the hoppers, hose lines, and meters.

The clean-out procedures are different for the fertilizer and seeding systems.

Seeding System Clean-Out

Refer to the 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual. Seeding system clean-out is the same as for the standard YP24 or YP40 planter, with two minor differences:

• The seed hopper is smaller and cannot be entered for problem clean-outs.

• There are no Y-tubes in the seed delivery system.

Figure 19 shows the location of the seed airbox clean-out door handles.

Fertilizer System Clean-Out

1. When planting is completed, raise the planter, but

leave the fan running for 30 seconds to empty the base of the meter, delivery hoses, and applicators.

2. Unless a tarp will be used to collect the remaining

fertilizer, move the planter to an area with a ﬂat clear surface. Comply with fertilizer supplier instructions for suitable areas at which to cover fertilizer.

3. Install transport locks on the raised planter. Shut off

the tractor. Mount a collection tarp if only a small amount of fertilizer remains.

Refer to Figure 20

4. Open the calibration door (rear door). If the air

system is empty, no material may fall.

5. Open the clean-out door (forward door). Expect

material to ﬂow in signiﬁcant volume until the hopper is empty.

6. Turn the ground drive wheel several revolutions to

empty the meter ﬂutes.

If a second person is available, open the hopper lid and inspect the meter ﬂutes while turning the wheel.

7. Recover the fertilizer.

8. With the clean-out and calibration doors open,

power-wash the fertilizer hopper from above. Rotate the ground drive to expose all meter ﬂutes to the water. Wipe doors, seals and meter ﬂanges.

9. Use a wire to tie the doors partly open during drying

and storage. This allows condensation to drain while preventing pest entry. See page 12 for lid operations prior to storage.

Possible Dust and Chemical Residue and Fume Hazards:

Wear a respirator, and any other protective equipment speciﬁed by the seed supplier and/or seed treatment supplier. Expect chemical residue, dust and fumes during clean-out.

Figure 19

Seed Airbox Clean-Out Door

Equipment Damage Risk:

Do not leave fertilizer in the hopper for extended periods. Fertilizer is generally corrosive, and will attack expose metal surfaces.

Figure 20

Meter Door Handles

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Meter Flute Replacement

Fertilizer meter ﬂute stars wear over time, and can be chipped or fractured by hard foreign matter, such as rocks or ice. Inspect ﬂutes periodically. Replace as needed.

To remove the ﬂute shaft:

Refer to Figure 21

1. Perform a hopper clean-out (page 35).

2. Dismount the rpm sensor (not shown) from the left end of the shaft . Dismount the Driven Range gear at the right end.

3. Remove the six1⁄4-20 self-tapping screws from the outside of the ﬂange at the shaft right end.

4. Pry the ﬂange loose from the meter housing (the ﬂange is sealed to the housing with silicone).

5. Remove the meter shaft.

6. When replacing stars (each of which is two 817-018C halves), be sure to match the irregular arrangement of stars and spacers as shown in the Parts manual.

7. Clean any residual silicone sealant from the shaft ﬂange and meter box housing. Apply fresh sealant.

8. Re-insert the shaft.

9. Secure the ﬂange to the box housing.

Figure 21

Remove Meter Flutes

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Carefully re-insert the screws. Avoid cross-threading.

Do not exceed 7 N-m (5 ft-lbs) of torque.

10. Re-mount the rpm sensor on the shaft left end, and the Range gear at the right end.

Problem Fertilizer Clean-Outs

For normal unloading of residual materials at completion of planting, see “Material Clean-Out” on page 35.

If, however, parking and storage recommendations have not been followed, it is possible to have hard-to-remove material present.

If the material fails to pass through the fertilizer meter clean-out door, take the following steps to remove it. Do not consider entering the hopper until ﬁrst completing these tasks.

Open the clean-out door (page 35).

Remove the strainer (page 12) and evaluate the problem.

For small amounts of residual materials, poking with a long pole may sufﬁce to push it through the clean-out.

If poking doesn’t produce satisfactory results, and you intend to try wash-out, at least poke one hole down to the meter clean-out, so that water can ﬂow out.

For example:

• If the problem is a single moveable large object, such as a dead animal, ﬁshing out from above may be the solution.

• If the problem is congealed materials, scoop out a sample from above and see if the mass dissolves in water. If so, and there is a small amount of the material involved, rinsing, or rinsing and pumping the hopper from above may be the solution.

If wash-out is contemplated, start by introducing a small amount of water, and make sure that it appears at the clean-out within 15 minutes. If not, you will just be adding water to the problem. The hopper is not designed to hold water at full capacity. Add no more water, remove meter box instead, and clean out from below.

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Removing Meter Box

Removing the meter box and inlet manifold exposes a 67x27cm (26x10.7in) hole through which stubborn material may be extracted.

Refer to Figure 22

1. Not shown: Loosen the gearbox-to-meter chain idler and remove the chain. Disconnect inlet and outlet hoses. Disconnect or remove the rpm sensor.

2. Loosen all the nuts securing the meter box to the hopper bottom plate. Unscrew the nuts to the bolt ends, but do not completely remove the nuts.

3. The meter box has a bead of silicone sealant between it and the bottom plate. Use a pry tool to free the meter box from the hopper bottom plate.

4. Once hanging entirely on the loose bolts, remove the nuts and lower the meter box from the hopper.

When re-mounting the meter box, scrape off the old silicone sealant and replace it with fresh sealant.

Hopper Entry

Normal use of the fertilizer hopper and routine maintenance do not require entry. The hopper vent tube structure includes features to aid emergency egress. It is not intended for routine entry. However, do not remove the vent tube structure, as it is required for pressure-balancing the space above the material.

▲ A hopper that is full or merely appears full can be an

entrapment hazard. You can sink entirely into the material, or into a void, and suffocate in a matter of seconds. Bridges and crusts are especially dangerous.

▲ You can be overcome by hazardous fumes very quickly even

in an empty hopper with the lid open.

▲ A partially full hopper, even with no bridging present, is a

suffocation risk. Oxygen levels may be insufﬁcient and/or dust levels may be too high for breathing.

▲ Do not enter a hopper for loading material.

▲ Do not enter a hopper for unloading material.

▲ Do not enter a hopper for routine cleaning.

▲ Do not enter a hopper for any meter maintenance.

▲ Never enter a hopper without at least one trained and

equipped attendant present.

▲ Never enter a hopper for any reason unless you fully comply

with applicable laws, regulations, rules, agreements, and the instructions in this section. Where applicable laws, regulations, rules, agreements contradict an instruction below, do not follow that instruction.

Figure 22

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Remove Meter for Cleaning

Rapid Suffocation Hazard:

Encrusted grain may be loose and ﬂowing beneath the crust. Any hollow spaces are highly likely to have insufﬁcient oxygen and/or toxic gases from microbial action. Falling through a crust in either case can result in death in a matter of seconds. Never enter a hopper to dislodge a crust or bridge.

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Depending on their use, the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 fertilizer hopper may be or become a “permit-required conﬁned space” under U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910.146) and similar regulations, statutes, insurance agreements and local business policy. A written policy and permitting process may be required for any hopper entry.

Hopper entry may be necessary in some unusual circumstances, such as:

• hopper level or pressure sensor replacement; or,

• removal of obstructions too difﬁcult to pull out with the meter box removed and not susceptible to ﬁshing or pumping out from the open lid.

Should such a situation arise, observe the following precautions:

1. Evaluate the hazards

Review the material safety data sheets (MSDS) for any treatments and/or fertilizers used in the hopper since it was last thoroughly cleaned, and the most recent materials even if the hopper was subsequently cleaned. Retain the MSDS information for any medical treatment that might be required.

2. Designate or engage a team

Hopper entry is never a single-person activity. At least one attendant/observer is necessary. Give priority to individuals already trained in conﬁned space operations. Designate a leader (who will not be the entrant) with authority to terminate the activity.

3. Protect the team

Obtain the necessary safety equipment speciﬁed for conﬁned space exposure to those materials, paying particular attention to respiratory support and protection. This may include contaminant detection equipment and positive ventilation to refresh air in the hopper.

4. Equip the team

At least one attendant must be equipped with communications capability, to summon outside aid in the event that the hopper worker is overcome. Equip the entrant with a safety harness and safety line.

5. Train the team

Review the hazards. Review the procedures. Understand the use of the protective equipment. Know the steps to take in emergencies. Practice

them. Train the observer to summon aid, and not attempt hopper entry if the entrant is overcome.

6. Secure the planter Lower the planter or block the wheels to prevent movement.

7. Disrupt crusting or bridging From outside the hopper, break up any hard surfacing on top of the material, or forming layers within the material. Such layers are extremely dangerous to stand on.

8. Empty the hopper Follow the steps at “Material Clean-Out” on page

35. If a blockage makes this impossible, use an external pump line to remove as much material as possible without performing a hopper entry. Pump until at least some material is exiting the clean-out door. Leave the clean-out door open.

9. Clean the hopper From the outside at the walkboard, power-wash the inside of the hopper. Use a mild detergent sprayer. Rinse thoroughly.

10. Air the hopper Leave the hopper lid and clean-out door open, and do not commence work until the rinse water has completely evaporated.

11. Plan the work. Work the plan. Postpone the work if any team members, equipment or other resources are missing, or weather/lighting conditions are not favorable. Terminate and evacuate if any unexpected situations arise.

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Chain Maintenance

Inspect and lubricate chains regularly. The slack of new chains tends to increase during the ﬁrst few hours of operation due to seating.

See also “Chain Routing YP4025F” on page 51.

Chain Slack

Check slack at ﬁxed idlers within the ﬁrst 8 hours of operation and tighten idlers as necessary. Check slack at spring-operated idlers seasonally.

Refer to Figure 23, which, for clarity, greatly exaggerates slack, and omits the idlers.

1. Measure the span for allowable slack: Locate the longest span of each chain (usually the span which does not run through the idlers).

2. Determine the ideal slack: Long chains (over 36in/91cm): Vertical short chains:1⁄4in per foot (2.1cm/m) Horizontal short chains:1⁄2in per foot (4.2cm/m).

3. Measure the current slack : Acting at a right angle to the chain span at the center of the span, deﬂect the chain in both directions. The slack is the distance of the movement.

4. Adjust the idlers for ideal slack.

⁄4in per foot

Chain Clips

Whenever mounting a chain, make sure the clip at the removable link is oriented to minimize snags.

Refer to Figure 24 (arrow shows chain direction)

Install clip with open end facing away from direction of chain travel (shown by gray or striped arrows in chain routing diagrams).

Figure 23

Measuring Chain Slack

Figure 24

Chain Clip Orientation

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Fertilizer Meter Drive Chain

There are four (4) chains in the fertilizer ground drive system. See page 51 and page 52 for locations.

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Maintenance Schedule

Intervals

Multi-purpose spray lubricant

This section of the 403-362M manual covers planter elements that introduce changes to lubrication and scheduled maintenance, compared to a standard YP24 or YP40. For all other planter lubrication points, see the 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual.

Multi-purpose grease lubricant

Multi-purpose oil lubricant

Inspection

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(operating hours)

at which service is required

Chain: Ground Drive

As Required

1 chain total

Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube Quantity: Coat Thoroughly

Note: Lubricate chains any time there is a chance of

moisture, and when being stored at the end of the planting season.

Chains: Ground Drive Transmission

As Required

3 chains total

Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube Quantity: Coat Thoroughly

Note: Lubricate chains any time there is a chance of

moisture, and when being stored at the end of the planting season.

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Coulter Pivots

one zerk per pivot; 16 total

Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges

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Coulter Hubs

one zerk per hub; 16 total

Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until resistance is felt

Ground Drive Wheel Arm Pivot

2 zerks total

Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges

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Ground Drive Wheel Hub

one zerk per hub; 1 total

Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until resistance is felt

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Ground Drive Wheel Bearings

Two races per hub, 1 hubs; 2 races total

Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Repack

Coulter Hub Bearings

Two races per hub, 16 hubs; 32 races total

Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Repack

Seasonal

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Air Release Tube

Seasonal

1 tube each wing end fertilizer delivery hose; 2 tubes per planter

Inspect. Clean any build-up on screen. Replace if damaged. Re-install with opening facing down.

Note: Although depicted in exploded view, the tube is a

weldment and the screen cannot be removed.

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Meter Box Door Seals

Seasonal

2 seals per planter

Inspect and replace if leaks are detected or appear imminent.

Meter Flutes

Seasonal

1 ﬂute shaft per planter, 2 sets of 2 stars (4 stars), 4 sets of 3 stars (12 stars); 16 stars total (each star is two halves)

Inspect from above with hopper empty. Shaft rotation is required to expose all surfaces. Replace any broken or visibly worn stars.

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Gearbox Oil

Seasonal

1 port per gearbox; 2 total

Type of Lubrication: High Quality SAE 5W-30 oil Quantity: 6.5 pints (3.1 liters)

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Seed Lubricants

Note: Seed only - fertilizer does not use lubricants.

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Singulator Plus Meters (all seeds)

Ezee Glide Plus Talc-Graphite Mix

821-069C bucket, 5 gallon (19 liter)

Ezee Glide Plus Lubricant

To maximize performance of Great Plains metering systems, it is imperative to use only “Ezee Glide Plus” lubricant. “Ezee Glide Plus” Talc-Graphite lubricant is mandatory for all seeds, especially treated or inoculated seed. Thorough mixing of seed and added lubricant is

required.

Recommended usage:

For clean seeds other than milo and cotton sprinkle one cup of Ezee Glide Plus Talc per 4 bushels or units (170 ml per 100 liters) of seed.

For milo and cotton double the application to one cup (or more) per 2 bu or units (335 ml per 100 liters) of seed.

Adjust this rate as necessary so all seeds become coated while avoiding an accumulation of lubricant in the bottom of the hopper.

For seed with excessive treatment, or for humid planting environments, increase the rate as needed for smooth meter operation.

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Finger Pickup Meters

EZ-Slide Graphite Powder

821-042C bottle, 1 pound (450 grams) 821-060C jug, 5 pound (2.3 kg)

For Finger Pick Up Meters Only

Use only approved Graphite Powder available from Great Plains Mfg. Inc. or Precision Planting to ensure proper lubrication of ﬁnger pickup corn seed meters.

Recommended usage:

For ﬁnger pickup meters, add one tablespoon (15 ml) of graphite for each unit of seed corn (80,000 kernels).

In high humidity conditions, or seeds with heavy seed treatments, increase the application to two tbsp (30ml).

If delivery of seed from the hopper to the ﬁnger meter is an issue, add “Ezee Glide Plus” talc and graphite blend at a rate of one cup (237ml) per 4 units of seed. Adjust until issue is resolved.

Irritation and Chronic Exposure Hazard:

Wear gloves. DO NOT use hands or any part of your body to mix seed lubricant. Wear a respirator when transferring and mixing. Avoid breathing lubricant dust. Not an acute hazard. May cause mechanical eye or skin irritation in high concentrations. As with all mineral spills, minimize dusting during clean-up. Prolonged inhalation may cause lung injury.

Irritation and Chronic Exposure Hazard:

Product can become slippery when wet.

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Options

The YP2425F and YP4025F Dry Fertilizer/Seeder subsystem occupies planter spaces that are used by other subsystems on standard models. Refer to the Options topic in the 401-406M or 401-571M Operator manual for option details and ordering information.

Compatible Options

• Hydraulic Tongue

• Markers

• Trailer Hitch (although all of the Liquid Fertilizer options are not recommended or incompatible)

• Seed Lubricants

• Gauge Wheel Scrapers

• Inside and Outside Disk Scrapers

• Seed Meters and Wheels

• Seed Firmers

• Row Unit Press Wheels

Options Not Recommended

• Swath Command (there is no provision for shutting off fertilizer ﬂow to idled rows)

• Lock-Up Pins (there is no provision for shutting off fertilizer ﬂow to unused rows)

• Liquid Fertilizer Carts

• Ground Drive Liquid Fertilizer Pump

• High Rate Dribblers

Incompatible Options

• Frame-Mounted Options (the standard dry fertilizer frame-mounted coulter/applicators occupy the mounting points)

• Liquid Fertilizer Tanks (the dry fertilizer walkboard and ground drive occupy the same space)

• Liquid Fertilizer Booms (these may interfere with dry fertilizer delivery hoses)

• Unit-Mounted Coulters (the frame-mounted dry fertilizer coulters occupy the same space)

• Unit-Mounted Row Cleaners (the frame-mounted dry fertilizer coulters occupy the same space)

• 82bu and 150bu Seed Hoppers (the dry fertilizer hoppers occupy the same space, and the fan is plumbed to feed two manifolds, not one)

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Appendix A - Reference Information

Speciﬁcations and Capacities YP4025F

YP4025F-1670 YP4025F-1630

Number of Openers 16

Row Spacing 70 cm (27.6 inches) 30.0 inches (76 cm)

Swath 1120 cm (440.9in) 480.0in (1219 cm)

Span (width between end rows) 1050 cm (413.4in) 450.0in (1143 cm)

Seed Hopper Capacity 670 liters (19 bu)

Fertilizer Hopper Capacity 1,440 liters (41 bu)

Tractor Power Required 119 to 134 kW (160 to 180 hp)

Hydraulic Circuits 4 Closed Center, 155 bar (2,250 psi), 95 liters/min (25 gpm)

Transport Width 4.5 m (14ft 10in)

Transport Height 3.6 m (11ft 9in)

Transport Length¹

Transport Clearance 56 cm (22in)

Auger Height, Fertilizer 2.7 m (9ft 0in)

Auger Height, Seed 2.6 m (8ft 6in)

Unfolded Width 12.1 m (39ft 7in)

Working Length¹

Hitch to Opener Distance²

Wing Flex 20° up or down

Weight, Empty, Base Configuration 12770 kg (28200 lbs)

Weight, Full, Maximum Configuration 15210 kg (33500 lbs)

Hitch Load 540 kg (1,200 lbs)

Opener Travel 25 cm (10in)

Opener Depth Range 0 to 10 cm (0 to 4in)

Opener Down Pressure 156 to 249 kg (345 to 550 lbs)

Tire Size 395/55B16.5 NHS Skid Steer

¹ Assumes no optional rear hitch weldment

² Assumes 3-point hitch

12.8 m (42ft 0in)

10.4 m (34ft 2in)

612 cm (241in)

Tire Inﬂation Chart

Tire data is unchanged from standard YP2425 or YP4025.

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Speciﬁcations and Capacities YP2425F

YP2425F-2470

Number of Openers 24

Row Spacing 70 cm (27.6 inches)

Swath 1680 cm (661.4in)

Span (width between end rows) 1610 cm (633.9in)

Seed Hopper Capacity 670×2 liters (19×2 bu.)

Fertilizer Hopper Capacity 1,440×2 liters (41×2 bu.)

Tractor Power Required 164 to 134 kW (220 to 180 hp)

Hydraulic Circuits 4 Closed Center, 197 bar (2,850 psi), 203 liters/min (54 gpm)

Transport Width 4.5 m (14ft 10in)

Transport Height (without markers) 3.6 m (11ft 9in)

Transport Length¹

Transport Clearance 53 cm (21in)

Auger Height, Fertilizer 2.7 m (9ft 0in)

Auger Height, Seed 2.6 m (8ft 6in)

Field Width 12.1 m (39ft 7in)

Working Length¹

Hitch to Opener Distance²

Wing Flex 20° up or down

Weight, Empty, Base Configuration 9170 kg (20200 lbs)

Weight, Full, Maximum Configuration 13770 kg (30400 lbs)

Hitch Load 540 kg (1,200 lbs)

Opener Travel 25 cm (10in)

Opener Depth Range 0 to 10 cm (0 to 4in)

Opener Down Pressure 156 to 249 kg (345 to 550 lbs)

Tire Size 15-19.5 NHS 12 Ply

¹ Assumes no optional rear hitch weldment

² Assumes 3-point hitch

14.9 m (49ft 0in)

11.3 m (37ft 2in)

833 cm (328in)

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Torque Values Chart

Bolt

Size

in-tpi

⁄4-20

⁄4-28

⁄16-18

⁄16-24

⁄8-16

⁄8-24

⁄16-14

⁄16-20

⁄2-13

⁄2-20

⁄16-12

⁄16-18

⁄8-11

⁄8-18

⁄4-10

⁄4-16

⁄8-9

⁄8-14

1-8

1-12

⁄8-7

⁄8-12

⁄4-7

⁄4-12

⁄8-6

⁄8-12

⁄2-6

⁄2-12

Bolt Head Identiﬁcation

Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9

N-m

ft-lb

7.4 11 16

8.5 13 18

15 24 33

17 26 37

27 42 59

31 47 67

43 67 95

49 75 105

66 105 145

75 115 165

95 150 210

105 165 235

130 205 285

150 230 325

235 360 510

260 405 570

225 585 820

250 640 905

340 875 1230

370 955 1350

480 1080 1750

540 1210 1960

680 1520 2460

750 1680 2730

890 1990 3230

1010 2270 3680

1180 2640 4290

1330 2970 4820

N-m N-m

5.6 8 12

61014 5 811

11 17 25 12 19 27

13 19 27 13 21 29

20 31 44 24 39 53

22 35 49 29 45 62

32 49 70 42 67 93

36 55 78 44 70 97

49 76 105 66 77 105

55 85 120 68 105 150

70 110 155 73 115 160

79 120 170 105 165 230

97 150 210 115 180 245

110 170 240 145 230 300

170 265 375 165 260 355

190 295 420 205 325 450

165 430 605 230 480 665

185 475 670 355 560 780

250 645 910 390 610 845

275 705 995 705 1120 1550

355 795 1290 785 1240 1710

395 890 1440 1270 1950 2700

500 1120 1820 1380 2190 3220

555 1240 2010

655 1470 2380

745 1670 2710

870 1950 3160

980 2190 3560

Bolt Head Identiﬁcation

Bolt

Size

ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb

mm x pitch

M 5 X 0.8

M 6 X 1

M 8 X 1.25

M 8 X 1

M10 X 1.5

M10 X 0.75

M12 X 1.75

M12 X 1.5

M12 X 1

M14 X 2

M14 X 1.5

M16 X 2

M16 X 1.5

M18 X 2.5

M18 X 1.5

M20 X 2.5

M20 X 1.5

M24 X 3

M24 X 2

M30 X 3.5

M30 X 2

M36 X 3.5

M36 X 2

a. in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch

b. N· m = newton-meters

c. mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in mm x thread pitch

d. ft-lb = foot pounds

5.8 8.8 10.9

N-m N-m N-m

357

71115

17 26 36

18 28 39

33 52 72

39 61 85

58 91 125

60 95 130

90 105 145

92 145 200

99 155 215

145 225 315

155 240 335

195 310 405

220 350 485

280 440 610

310 650 900

480 760 1050

525 830 1150

960 1510 2100

1060 1680 2320

1730 2650 3660

1880 2960 4100

946

Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise speciﬁed use torque values listed above.

25199m

25199

Hydraulic Diagrams

Hydraulics are identical to standard YP2425 or YP4025. Fan mounting hardware is slightly different.

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Chain Routing YP2425F

See also “Chain Maintenance” on page 39.

Ground Drive Chain

17T

161

Legend:

34T 56P

Sprocket or idler Tooth count

Chain Pitch count

Direction of chain in motion

29T

25T

140

34737

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Chain Routing YP4025F

See also “Chain Maintenance” on page 39.

Ground Drive Arm Chain

140

Legend:

34T 56P

Sprocket or idler Tooth count

Chain Pitch count

Direction of chain in motion

29T

25T

29749

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Ground Drive Transmission Chains YP4025F

Note: Gearbox reverses chain direction.

72P

25T

30T

29T

125

25T

82P

25T

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Appendix B - Monitor Setup

Seed Monitor Console Setup

Refer to Appendix B of the Operator manual for DICKEY-john®IntelliAg® console installation. This information below describes the factory settings for the YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 monitor conﬁguration.

This setup information assumes the Virtual Terminal, Master Switch, Working Set Master Module, Working Set Member Module, and all sensors have been connected and properly installed. Reference Operator’s manual for installation instructions.

Pre-Programming Preparation:

1. Power on vehicle via ignition switch to activate Virtual Terminal (VT). Main menu displays pre-programmed default settings.

2. If errors are detected (e.g., failed sensors, incorrect conﬁguration) an alarm and code displays. Alarms are silenced by pressing the Alarm Cancel button . Refer to Operator’s manual for troubleshooting assistance.

The system has three User Levels. The system loads in User Level 1 (operator level) at every power cycle. A password is required to change to User Level 2 and 3 screens to access setup constants (system conﬁguration).

Note: The master switch is only required for hydraulic

control systems. Reference the manual for instructions to assign a master switch as an auxiliary input.

Change User Level to Dealer Level

To change the User Level, a 6-digit password is required. Password includes the ﬁve-digit serial number found on the label of the Working Set Master or Information screen.

3. On the IntelliAg Main Work screen, press the Diagnostics button .

4. At the Diagnostics screen, press the Information button .

5. At the Information screen, record serial number of WSMT.

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6. Press the Password button .

7. On the Password screen, enter the 6-digit password as follows: enter the ﬁrst digit as 2 (for User Level 2). For the next ﬁve digits, enter the Working Set Master serial number taken from the WSMT or Information screen.

8. Press the OK button . “Dealer screens on” appears at the bottom of screen conﬁrming the password and dealer screens are activated.

9. Press the Work Screen button to return to the Main Work screen.

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Auto Conﬁguration

(Identiﬁes sensors connected to each module)

Auto conﬁg is performed at the factory, but may need to be done in the ﬁeld as changes are made to the system or if options are added to the base planter.

Verify Auto Conﬁg results are correct. Check that the correct number of rows are assigned to the correct module and number of hopper sensors are assigned accurately.

To Run Auto Conﬁg:

10. Press the Next Page button until the Module Conﬁguration button appears.

11. Press the Module Conﬁguration button .

12. Press the AUTO CONFIG button .

13. Hour glass indicates system is detecting the presence of seed or hopper sensors connected to each module and automatically assigning them to the appropriate module.

14. When Auto Conﬁg completes, press the Row Assign button to display the Row Assignment screen to verify correct Row # is assigned to the correct module based on serial number.

15. Enter # of rows assigned to each module.

Module Configuration Screen

MODULE ADDR.

(Optional)

SERIAL NUMBER

10001

10002

10001 10001

10002 10003

10001

MODULE TYPE

WSMB-POM

WSMB-18R WSMT-GY

WSMB-18R

WSMB-POM

WSMB-CFM

Seed Sensor Configuration Screen

ADDR.

MODULE

TYPE

WSMB-18R

WSMT- GY

WSMB-18R

# OF

ROWS

1 2

3 4

5 6

ROW

#’s

1- 5

6-11

12-16

Row Status/Row Width Setup

16. At the Row Assignment screen, press the Row I/O button .

17. Begin entering desired values using Table as reference.

18. Press the Work Screen button when Row Status/Row Width conﬁgurations are complete to return to the Main Work screen.

Row Width

Auto Update Width

On/Off Pattern

Pop/Blo

Row Status/Row Width Setup

Default Value or

Value to Enter

YP2425F-2470: 70cm or 27.56in

YP4025F-1670: 70cm or 27.56in

YP4025F-1630 30in or 76.2cm

Disabled

Every Row On

Rows

Instructions/Deﬁnitio

Enter row width distance in inches to calculate seed rate correctly.

Manually enter implement width at Table data entry.

On/Off Pattern indicates speciﬁc row patterns to be on or off. Select pre-deﬁned planter All Row On pattern. For other pre-deﬁned planter patterns or individual row settings, see PDC Operator manual.

Determines which

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Material Conﬁguration Setup (Controlled Hydraulic Drive)

16 different materials can be conﬁgured for use as planter controls. Reference the System Conﬁguration section in the PDC Operator manual for additional information.

19. At the Main Menu screen, press the Control Setup button .

20. Select and press one of the Material buttons (Material 1-16).

21. Enter desired values from Table .

22. Press the Control Setup button to return to the Control Setup screen.

23. Repeat steps 2-4 for additional materials.

24. Press the Channel Setup button to proceed to channel setup screen.

Matrl Label

Type

Units

Preset Metho d

Seeds per Rev

Disc Low Limit

Disc High Limit

High Pop Alarm

Material Setup

Default Value

or Value to

Enter

Matrl 1

Planter Control

Ks/Ha or Ks/Ac

S/Sec

Enable

See Manual

5 (Singulator

Plus)

40 (ﬁnger

pickup)

40 (Singulator

Plus)

85 (ﬁnger

pickup)

15%

Controlled Hydraulic

Drive

Instructions/Deﬁnitions

Material Name can be customized to accurately deﬁne the material’s type. Creating a name allows for quick identiﬁcation at the Control Setup screen.

Desired type of application control channel being used for a speciﬁc material. The Material Type must correctly match the Control Type to be able to select Material from the Material Summary screen and operate properly.

Automatically changes with the type of material application selected. Changes units for target application.

Enabled Preset Method allows 10 user-deﬁned target rates to be adjusted from the Main Work screen using Inc or Dec buttons. A Disabled Preset Method increases/decreases the target rate based on the % values set at the Material Setup screen.

Set to number of seeds per 1 disc revolution.

Set to desired min seed disc RPM.

Set to desired max seed disc RPM.

This is the percentage above the target population of the planter channel if rows are assigned to the planter channel. If rows are not assigned to a planter, this is the percentage above

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Planter Control Channel Setup

(Controlled Hydraulic Drive)

25. At the Control Setup screen, press the Channel Setup button .

26. Select Channel 1 and verify that the channel is set to Planter Control.

27. Enter desired values using Table as reference.

28. After planter control setup, calibrate hydraulic valve by pressing the Valve Cal button .

29. Ensure implement is raised. With brakes locked and transmission in PARK position, start engine.

30. Engage hydraulics and run engine at normal speed until hydraulic ﬂuid is at operating temperature.

31. Verify point row clutches are turned ON.

Equipment Damage Risk:

Do NOT perform the next step unless meters are installed in all locations across planter row units or drive damage may occur.

32. Press the START button . Turn the master switch to the ON position.

33. The valve calibration starts immediately. Keep the hydraulics engaged until the calibration completes.

34. When the screen indicates calibration is complete, press the Channel Setup button to return to Channel 1 home screen.

35. Turn the master switch OFF.

36. To set up additional control channels (planter or fertilizer control), press the Next Channel button .

37. Press the Work Screen button when channel conﬁgurations are complete to return to the Main Work screen.

Once a control channel has been established as Planter Control, any new materials established as Planter Control on the Material Setup screen are automatically added as optional materials for Planter Control channels on the Control Setup screen.

Planter Control Setup

Default Value or Value to

Enter

Type Planter

Control

Material Name

Control Mode

AUTO

Drive Type PWM

Drive Frequen cy

Input Filter 50

Gear Ratio

Sensor Constan t

# of Seed Rows

100 Hz

1.900

360

Instructions/Deﬁnitions

Set desired Channel Type as Planter Control.

Displays only materials that have been conﬁgured for the channel type.

Auto is used in normal operating conditions calculating the rate of how the system is running. Manual mode acts as an override if application rate sensors are inoperable allowing the use of increase/decrease buttons to set the ﬂ ow rate for the control. Refer to System Conﬁguration section of PDC Operator manual for additional information.

A hydraulic valve varies the oil ﬂow to the motor proportioned to the electric current supplied.

If not using a DICKEY-john supplied valve, see the manufacturer’s speciﬁcations for drive frequency.

Feedback frequency ﬁlter for the control channel. DO NOT CHANGE.

Speciﬁes the actual ratio from the feedback sensor to the seed meter shaft RPM. Number of revolutions the feedback sensor turns in relation to one revolution the seed meter turns.

Sensor Constant establishes the number of pulses for one revolution of the feedback sensor. If a DICKEY-john application rate sensor is used, the value should be set to 360.0.

Entry of a speciﬁc number of seed rows for the control channel. Row assignment is

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Valve Calibration

A valve calibration is required for each control channel that is enabled. If no additional channels are enabled other than one channel, this step can be skipped. Channels must be turned ON for valve calibration to operate.

38. Press the Control Setup button .

39. Press the Channel Setup button .

40. Press the Valve Calibration button .

41. Ensure implement is raised. With brakes locked and transmission in PARK position, start engine.

42. Engage hydraulics and run engine at normal speed until hydraulic ﬂuid is at operating temperature.

Equipment Damage Risk:

Do NOT perform the next step unless meters are installed in all locations across planter row units or drive damage may occur.

43. Press the START button . Turn the master switch to the ON position. The valve calibration starts immediately. Keep the hydraulics engaged until the calibration completes.

44. Repeat for each conﬁgured channel.

Row Monitor Setup

45. At the Main Work screen, press the Row Monitor button .

46. Enter desired values using Table as reference.

47. Press the Work Screen button to return to the Main Work screen.

Material Name

High Alarm Delay

Low Alarm Delay

Populati on

Row Monitor Setup

Default Value or Value to

Enter

See

Instructions

Instructions/Deﬁnitions

Material Name only appears on the Row Monitor Setup screen when all control channels are disabled and material is set for Monitor Only. This is only used for ground drive/non-hydraulic applications to monitor population with high and low alarms. A material must be conﬁgured and selected to activate alarms.

Desired number of seconds that high population can be above high alarm point before alarm will sound.

Desired number of seconds that low population can be below low alarm point before alarm will sound.

Enter a % to allow for seed sensor population inaccuracies

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Speed Set Calibration Setup

48. At the Main Work screen, press the Speed Set button .

49. Enter desired values using Table as reference.

50. Press the Work Screen button when ground speed calibration conﬁgurations are complete to return to the Main Work screen.

Source

Gspd Consta nt

Shutoff Speed

Minimu m Overrid e

Master Sw Timeo ut

Gspd Fail Alarm Delay

Precha rge Groun

Default

Value

Value to

Enter

Digital

Frequenc

10000

(@100

12192

(@400 ft)

0.8 kph

0.5 mph

3.2 kph

2.0 mph

Speed Set

Instructions/Deﬁnitions

Select CAN Ground if radar is connected to ISO tractor cab harness. Select Digital Frequency if radar or hall-effect is connected to WSMT actuator harness.

Input based on pulse count produced by the ground speed sensor over 100m or 400ft course. See PDC Operator manual for calibration instructions.

Set desired minimum ground speed allowed before the system shuts off.

Set to operate when actual ground speed falls below the designated value. Control will operate at this speed until actual ground speed rises above minimum override speed or actual speed drops below shutoff.

Set to desired number of seconds system shuts off if the master switch is turned on and there is no ground speed. Toggle master switch to restart the system and turn off alarm.

Set to desired number of seconds alarm sounds after the ground speed is zero and seed ﬂow continues. (Monitor only).

Set to the desired speed the system will use when a precharge time has been enabled for a control channel.

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Accessory Sensor Setup

Hopper Assignment

51. At the Main Work screen, press the Next Page button .

52. Press the Module Conﬁguration button to display the Module Conﬁguration screen.

53. At the Module Conﬁguration screen, press the Hopper Assign button .

54. Press Hopper Set button .

55. Enter desired values using Table as reference.

RPM Assignment

56. At the Module Conﬁguration screen, press the Accessory Assignment button .

57. Press the RPM Setup button .

Note: There must be at least 1 RPM sensor conﬁgured

before the RPM Setup button appears on the screen.

58. Enter desired values using Table as reference.

Hopper Setup

# of Hoppers

Logic Level

Alarm Delay

Channel Assigns hopper sensor to

RPM Setup

High Alarm (fan speed)

Low Alarm (fan speed)

High Alarm Delay 10 sec

Low Alarm Delay 10 sec

Accessory Setup

Default Valueor Value to

Enter

# of hopper sensors connected to

(base unit

)

2 more

(optional)

Active Lo

5 sec

4200 rpm

2900 rpm

each module (4 sensors maximum). # of hopper data items for each listed module and the Hopper #’s value will automatically populate if Auto Conﬁg is used to conﬁgure installed sensors.

Sets the active state to low signifying that an alarm is generated if the sensor’s output is in a low state. Use this setting if the connected sensor outputs a low condition when empty similar to the DICKEY-john hopper sensor.

Controls the delay time between the detection of a high/low hopper alarm condition and the generation of the resulting alarm. The value is entered in seconds.

channel.

Sets the RPM value at which a high RPM warning error is generated.

Sets the RPM value at which a low RPM warning error is generated.

Establishes the delay between the detection of a high RPM alarm condition and the resulting alarm display. The value is entered in seconds.

Establishes the delay between the detection of a low RPM alarm condition and the resulting alarm display. The value is entered in seconds.

Instructions/Deﬁnitions

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Clutch Folding Module (CFM) Setup

The CFM is installed in the cab to control row clutches, marker, fold, fertilizer on/off, lift and hitch.

59. At the Main Work screen, press the Clutch CFG button to access the Clutch Conﬁguration screen and verify that the correct # of clutches are conﬁgured for the system.

Note: The Clutch CFG button only appears as a top level

button when a planter output module and clutch folding module are installed.

YP4025F

# of Clutches 3

# of Clutches

# OF

Output

OUTPUT

LEFT

Left 5 1-5

CENTER

Center 6 6-11

RIGHT

Right 5 12-16

# OF ROWS

ROWS

ROW

#’s

1-5

6-11

12-16

Clutch Folding Module Operation

Refer to Figure 25

60. The planter section “CLUTCH” controls turn the left, center, and right seeding clutch controls on and off. Dry fertilizer application is unaffected.

61. The master switch must be in the ON position to activate any planter section. When a clutch control is ON, a green light illuminates.

62. Marker/Fold Switch should be in the UP (Marker) position during planting. In the DOWN (Fold) position, the switch controls the fold of the main frame.

63. The fertilizer pump switch usually has no function on a YP2425F-2470, YP4025F-1630 and YP4025F-1670 planter. Leave this switch in the DOWN position (OFF).

64. If the planter has the optional hydraulic tongue, the Lift/Hitch switch should be in the UP (Lift) position during normal operation (circuit controls implement lift).

In the “Hitch” position (DOWN), the hydraulic circuit controls the telescoping tongue in preparation of folding the implement for transport.

5 Revolution Test

65. Press the Control Setup button .

66. Press the Channel Setup button .

67. Press the Next Page button .

68. Ensure implement is raised before starting 5 Rev Test.

69. With brakes locked and transmission in PARK position, start tractor engine.

70. Engage hydraulics and run engine at normal speed until hydraulic ﬂuid is at operating temperature.

71. Press the 5 Rev button .

Note: Test Ground Speed and Row data must be entered

to perform test.

72. Press and hold remote test button to initiate 5 Rev Test.

Left 9 1-9

YP2425F

Equipment Damage Risk (Hydraulic Tongue Only):

Lift/Hitch switch MUST be in the hitch position and hydraulic circuit in FLOAT when transporting planter equipped with hydraulic-operated tongue hitch.

Note: Lift/Hitch switch has no function if planter has

standard 3-point hitch operated tongue hitch.

Center 6 10-15

Right 9 16-24

{

Figure 25

Clutch-Folding Module

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Summary Screen

The Summary screen provides an overview of setup constants for active control channels.

73. At the Main Work screen, press the Next Page button .

74. Press the Summary button

75. To view speciﬁc control channel conﬁgurations, press the respective control channel box 1-4.

76. Press inside a yellow highlighted box to open a speciﬁc screen for editing.

77. Press the Work Screen button to return to the Main Work screen.

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Spacing

page 26).

Appendix C - Fertilizer Rate Charts

Reading the Fertilizer Rate Chart

1. Locate the chart for your planter model.

2. Find your target rate in the chart.

Note that each chart is actually two charts, a Low Range and a High Range. The upper rates of the Low Range overlap with the lower rates of the High Range.

3. Determine the Final Range gearing required.

The gear tooth counts are shown on the top of page 63. The gear change procedure is described on page 23.

4. Note the reference Material Density used to develop the chart, shown at the top of page 63.

If your material density is substantially different, or you are planning to apply without calibration, perform a density adjustment (page 66) prior to step 5.

0cm Row Spacing

aR hgiH )mc07( 0761-F5304PYegnaR woL )mc07( 07

Gearbox Meter RPM Material Rate Gearbox

egnaR hgiH )mc07( 0761-F5304PYegnaR woL )

earbox Meter RPM Material Rate Gearbox Meter R

etting at 9.7 kph kg/ha lbs/ac Setting at 9.7 k

00 00 00

5 - N/R* N/R* 5 -

10 - N/R* N/R* 10 -

15 - N/R* N/R* 15 -

20 0.45 17 15 20 4.4

25 0.80 30 26 25 7.8

30 1.1 42 38 30 11

terial density

lication (see

Charts are based on factory standard ground drive system sprockets, with Range determined by ﬁnal gears:

Low Range: 17T Driving, 54T Driven High Range: 54T Driving, 17T Driven.

See page 24 for gear setting.

“Meter RPM” is based on a ﬁeld speed of 9.7 kph

Charts are based on:

11-52-0 fertilizer with a density of:

0.96 kg/liter (60 pounds per cubic foot). If your material has a signiﬁcantly different density, see “Density Adjustment” on page 64

5. Find your target fertilizer rate (which is kilograms-per-hectare or pounds-per-acre).

6. Set the Variable Rate Gearbox control arm as speciﬁed in the “Gearbox Setting” column. See page 24 for setting procedure.

Note: Charts begin at setting 20 and end at 90.

Settings below 20 and above 90 are not recommended (N/R), other than zero (0), which may be used to temporarily shut off ﬂow from the meter.

ox Meter RPM Material Rate Gearbox Meter RPM

g at 9.7 kph kg/ha lbs/ac Setting at 9.7 kph

00000

- N/R* N/R* 5 -

- N/R* N/R* 10 -

- N/R* N/R* 15 -

0.45 17 15 20 4.4

0.80 30 26 25 7.8

1.1 42 38 30 11

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7. Calibrate for your material (unless applying a material for which you already have calibrated).

8. For the ﬁnal gearbox and range, note the Meter RPM. Set low and high rpm limits for the shaft sensor. If using a different ﬁeld speed, scale the chart rpm by the speed ratios: ratio = (actual ÷ chart).

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g at 9.7 kph kg/ha lbs/ac Setting at 9.7 kph

00000

- N/R* N/R* 5 -

- N/R* N/R* 10 -

- N/R* N/R* 15 -

0.45 17 15 20 4.4

0.80 30 26 25 7.8

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Fertilizer Rates

Rates are approximate, and vary with material density and granularity. Calibrate for accurate application (see page 25).

Charts are based on:

11-52-0 fertilizer with a density of:

0.96 kg/liter (60 pounds per cubic foot). If your material has a signiﬁcantly different density, see “Density Adjustment” on page 66

Charts are based on factory standard ground drive system sprockets, with Range determined by ﬁnal gears:

Low Range: 17T Driving, 54T Driven High Range: 54T Driving, 17T Driven.

See page 23 for gear setting.

“Meter RPM” is based on a ﬁeld speed of 9.7 kph (6 mph). If using a different ﬁeld speed, scale RPM proportionately. Set meter rpm limits (for shaft monitor alarm) to ±25% of this value (or as desired).

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Fertilizer Rates, 70cm Row Spacing

YP2425F-2470 or YP4025F-1670 (70cm) Low Range YP2425F-2470 or YP4025F-1670 (70cm) High Range

Material Rate Gearbox Meter RPM Material Rate Gearbox Meter RPM

kg/ha lbs/ac Setting at 9.7 kph kg/ha lbs/ac Setting at 9.7 kph

0000 0000

N/R* N/R* 5 - N/R* N/R* 5 -

N/R* N/R* 10 - N/R* N/R* 10 -

N/R* N/R* 15 - N/R* N/R* 15 -

1.7 1.5 20 0.45 17 15 20 4.4

3.0 2.7 25 0.80 30 26 25 7.8

4.3 3.9 30 1.1 42 38 30 11

6.2 5.6 35 1.7 61 54 35 16

8.1 7.3 40 2.2 80 71 40 21

10 9 45 2.8 102 91 45 27

13 11 50 3.4 124 110 50 33

16 14 55 4.1 153 137 55 40

19 17 60 4.9 182 163 60 48

22 20 65 5.9 217 194 65 57

26 23 70 6.8 252 225 70 67

30 26 75 7.8 289 258 75 76

33 30 80 8.8 325 290 80 86

37 33 85 9.9 366 327 85 97

42 37 90 11.0 407 364 90 108

N/R* N/R* 95 - N/R* N/R* 95 -

N/R* N/R* 100 - N/R* N/R* 100 -

* Not Recommended. * Not Recommended.

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Fertilizer Rates, 30 inch Row Spacing

YP4025F-1630 (30in) Low Range YP4025F-1630 (30in) High Range

Material Rate Gearbox Meter RPM Material Rate Gearbox Meter RPM

kg/ha lbs/ac Setting at 6 mph kg/ha lbs/ac Setting at 6 mph

0000 0000

N/R* N/R* 5 - N/R* N/R* 5 -

N/R* N/R* 10 - N/R* N/R* 10 -

N/R* N/R* 15 - N/R* N/R* 15 -

1.6 1.4 20 0.45 15 14 20 4.4

2.8 2.5 25 0.80 27 24 25 7.8

4.0 3.5 30 1.1 39 35 30 11

5.7 5.1 35 1.7 56 50 35 16

7.5 6.7 40 2.2 73 65 40 21

9.6 8.5 45 2.8 93 83 45 27

11.6 10.4 50 3.4 114 101 50 33

14 12.8 55 4.1 141 126 55 40

17 15 60 4.9 167 150 60 48

20 18 65 5.9 200 178 65 57

24 21 70 6.8 232 207 70 67

27 24 75 7.8 265 237 75 76

31 27 80 8.8 299 267 80 86

34 31 85 9.9 337 301 85 97

38 34 90 11.0 374 334 90 108

N/R* N/R* 95 - N/R* N/R* 95 -

N/R* N/R* 100 - N/R* N/R* 100 -

* Not Recommended. * Not Recommended.

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Density Adjustment

If your material (seed or fertilizer) has a density that is materially different from the reference material listed at the top of each chart, you can compensate for it.

Density variance is only one of many factors that can cause an actual rate to vary from a chart rate. Compensating your initial target rate helps reduce the error, but rely on calibration for the most accurate ﬁeld results.

In this example, the target fertilizer application rate is 120 kilograms per hectare.

Example: Target fertilizer rate is 120 kilograms per hectare

1. Weigh a known volume of your material, and compute the density in the same units used in the table, kilograms per liter (pounds per bushel or pounds per cubic foot). Be sure to subtract out the container weight.

2. Divide the reference material density by the measured actual material density, to obtain a correction factor.

ReferenceMaterialDensity

Factor

-----------------------------------------------------------------

MeasuredMaterialDensity

3. Multiply the target ﬁeld rate by the factor to yield an adjusted chart rate.

AdjustedRate FieldRate Factor×=

4. Look up the adjusted rate in the chart, and use the settings for it.

Note: If the adjusted chart rate would correspond to an

apparent variable rate gearbox setting below 20, use another chart (Low Range chart or lower Flute Stars chart).

Example: 10 liters of your material weighs 14 kg. Your material density is: 14 ÷ 10 which is: 1.4 kg per liter

The chart was based on 0.96 kg/l reference material that is 134% heavier. If the chart value for “120” (a variable rate gearbox setting of 45,) is used, too much material will be applied.

Example: reference material: 0.96 kg/l factor: 0.96 ÷ 1.4 which is: 68.6%

Example: if the target ﬁeld rate is 120 kilograms per hectare, the adjusted chart rate is: 120 x .686 which is an adjusted target rate of: 82 kilograms per hectare

Example: Look up 82. Closest chart value is 90 Use those settings:

High Range

Gearbox 40 Be sure to calibrate (page 25), to verify the adjustment and setting.

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Index

adhesion ............................................ 25

agitator shaft ...................................... 23

air pressure ........................................ 17

air release .......................................... 15

air release vent................................... 14

air system .................................... 14,16

airbox manifold ................................... 14

airbox seed inlet ................................. 14

Alarm Cancel ..................................... 53

applicator ..............................16,17, 29

auger ........................................... 11,12

Auto Conﬁg ........................................ 54

Auto Update Width ............................. 54

bar ...................................................... 19

basket ................................................ 12

blade .................................................. 29

Blockage ............................................ 20

blockage detection ............................. 31

blockage sensor ....................16,17, 20

bridge .......................................... 37, 38

bridges .......................................... 3,37

bridging ....................................... 31,32

bulk-box................................................ 6

butterﬂy valve ........................17,19, 31

fertilizer .................................. 16,17

seed ...................................... 14

,15

CAL CONST ...................................... 20

calibration ........................................... 25

calibration door .............. 16, 17,27,35

capacities .................................... 47,48

case drain .......................................... 18

CAUTION, deﬁned ............................... 1

center of gravity.................................. 10

chain

meter drive ................................... 39

chain clip ............................................ 39

chain maintenance ............................. 39

chain routing YP2425F ...................... 50

chain routing YP4025F ...................... 51

Channel Setup ............... 55

check valve, fan .................................. 18

checklists

air system ..................................... 21

electrical ....................................... 21

field ............................................... 21

hydraulic system .......................... 21

mechanical ................................... 21

meter drive ................................... 21

pre-start .......................................... 9

row units ....................................... 21

chemical ............................................... 5

chemicals ............................................. 2

clean-out ............................................ 35

clean-out door .......................16

clean-out, problem ............................. 36

,56,57, 60

,17,35

clip, chain ........................................... 39

Clutch CFG ........................................ 60

cm H2O ............................................. 19

conﬁned space ......................... 3

congealed materials .......................... 36

console

seed monitor ................................ 53

container, sample .............................. 26

Control Setup ........................ 55

corrosive ............................................ 21

cotton ................................................. 45

coulter ................................... 16, 17, 29

coulter tine ......................................... 29

coupler ............................................... 15

covered models ................................... 6

crank ..................................... 25, 26, 27

cranking speed .................................. 25

crusts ......................................3,37, 38

,4,12

,57,60

DANGER, deﬁned................................ 1

decal replacement ............................... 4

decals

caution

chemical hazard ....................... 5

entangle/crush.......................... 5

eye protection........................... 5

warning

confined space ......................... 4

decal, safety......................................... 4

deﬁnitions ............................................ 7

density ........................... 25

detector blockage .............................. 16

Diagnostics ........................................ 53

DICKEY-john® ........................ 6,20,53

directions ............................................. 7

disposal, chemical ............................... 2

door

calibration...............................17, 27

clean-out ...................................... 17

door, calibration ................................. 16

door, clean-out ................................... 16

drive

meter ............................................ 14

DRIVEN ............................................. 23

DRIVING ......................................23

dust .................................................... 37

,32,62, 66

,27

earmuff ................................................ 2

entanglement ....................................... 5

entrapment ....................................3,37

entry, hopper...................................... 37

equipment, safety ................................ 2

example

calibration..................................... 28

density.......................................... 66

excessive rpm .................................... 19

eye protection ...................................... 5

Ezee Glide Plus ................................. 45

face shield ............................................2

fan ........................... 14,15,16, 17, 19

fan hoses ............................................18

fan operation ...................................... 18

fan rpm ...............................................18

fan rpm sensor ............................ 14,16

fan speed..................................... 18,31

fertilizer butterﬂy valve ........................ 16

fertilizer hopper............................ 16,17

fertilizer level sensor...........................16

fertilizer meter.............................. 16,17

fertilizer rate..........................................6

fertilizer shut-off ....................................9

ﬁeld conditions ................................... 25

ﬁeld operation .....................................21

ﬁnger pickup .......................................15

ﬁre ........................................................ 1

ﬂute shaft ............................................36

ﬂute stars .............................. 16,17, 36

FMC Force ......................................... 30

force, coulter.......................................30

Force, FMC ........................................ 30

fumes ............................................ 3,37

gear range .......................................... 23

gearbox .............................................. 24

gears .................................................... 5

gears, range ................................ 16,17

gloves ................................................... 2

goggles .................................................2

gpm, fan ............................................. 18

GRAN FERT.......................................20

granular system ....................................6

granularity...........................................25

graphite powder..................................45

hard ground ........................................ 25

headphones ......................................... 2

hearing ................................................. 2

High Range ................................. 23,62

hitching ................................................. 8

hopper ..................................................3

fertilizer ..................................16,17

seed ..............................................14

hopper entry .................................. 3

hopper level sensor ............................38

hopper pressure .................................18

Hopper Set .........................................59

hopper, seed ...................................... 11

hose

seed ..............................................14

hose, fan.............................................18

humidity ....................................... 25

hydraulic diagram ...............................49

hydraulic fan .....................2,14, 15,16

hydraulic ﬂow......................................19

hydraulic hose ....................................18

,38

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in H2O ................................................ 19

Information ......................................... 53

inhalation hazard......................... 11,12

IntelliAg® ................................6,20,53

intended usage .................................... 6

kPa ..................................................... 19

ladder .......................................... 11,17

latch ................................................... 11

leak .................................................... 31

left-hand, deﬁned ................................. 7

level sensor ................................. 15,20

fertilizer......................................... 16

seed ............................................. 14

level sensor, hopper ........................... 38

lid, fertilizer ......................................... 12

lid, seed.............................................. 11

Lift/Hitch ............................................. 60

limits, rpm .......................................... 20

liquid fertilizer ..................................... 13

loading materials ................................ 11

Low Range .................................. 23

lubricant, seed ................................... 45

,62

maintenance ...................................... 34

maintenance safety .............................. 3

manifold ................................15,16, 17

fertilizer air.................................... 16

seed ............................................. 14

manifold, airbox.................................. 14

marker operation ................................ 20

Marker/Fold ........................................ 60

master switch .............................. 53

Material .............................................. 55

material clean-out .............................. 35

material rate .................................. 6,23

material safety data sheets ................ 38

meter

fertilizer......................................... 17

seed ............................................. 14

meter box, removing .......................... 37

meter chain ........................................ 39

meter drive ......................................... 14

meter rpm .......................................... 62

meter sample .............................. 25

meter, fertilizer ................................... 16

meter, seed ........................................ 15

milo .................................................... 45

Module Conﬁguration .................. 54,59

moment arm ....................................... 10

motor seals ........................................ 18

MSDS................................................. 38

,60

,27

Next Channel ..................................... 56

Next Page ...................... 54,59,60, 61

Note, deﬁned........................................ 7

NOTICE, deﬁned.................................. 7

no-till .................................................. 30

obstructions ........................................38

OK ......................................................53

On/Off Pattern ....................................54

operation

marker...........................................20

options ................................................46

orientation rose .....................................7

OSHA .................................................38

oxygen ................................................37

parking ................................................21

Password ............................................53

password ............................................53

permit-required conﬁned space .....3, 38

personal safety equipment ...................2

pests ...................................................12

piston ..................................................11

Population...........................................20

Pop/Block Pattern ...............................54

pressure..............................................19

pressure sensor .................... 16,17,20

protection, hearing ................................2

protective equipment ............................2

psi .......................................................19

QD coupler .........................................18

QD (Quick Disconnect) .......................18

Quick Disconnect................................18

railing ...........................................11, 12

range gears .......................... 16,17, 23

rate chart ............................................62

rate, material.......................................23

reﬂectors, safety ...................................4

remove meter box...............................37

respirator ..............................................2

return line, fan.....................................18

reverse fan ..........................................18

reversed fan ........................................18

reverse, fan .........................................31

revolutions ..........................................25

right-hand, deﬁned ...............................7

rocky conditions ..................................30

rose, orientation ....................................7

Row Assign.........................................54

Row I/O...............................................54

Row Monitor .......................................57

row number.........................................20

row sample ..................................25,26

rpm .............................................. 15,17

rpm limits ............................................20

rpm sensor ........................... 16,17, 20

fan .......................................... 14,16

RPM Setup .........................................59

rpm, engine ........................................19

rpm, excessive....................................19

safety decal ..........................................4

safety equipment ..................................2

safety information .................................1

hopper entry..................................37

safety symbol ....................................... 1

scale, gearbox .................................... 24

seal, lid ...............................................12

seed butterﬂy valve ..................... 14

seed hopper ..........................11,14,15

seed hose...........................................14

seed inlet, airbox ................................14

seed level sensor ............................... 14

seed lubricant ................................ 2,45

seed meter .................................. 14,15

seed monitor ........................................ 6

seed monitor console .........................53

Seed Monitor Manual Level 1............... 7

Seed Monitor Manual Level 2 and 3..... 7

seed sensor................................. 14, 15

seed treatment ..................................... 2

seed tube .................................... 14,15

sensor

fan ......................................... 14,16

fertilizer level ................................ 16

pressure ....................................... 17

rpm ............................................... 17

seed ..............................................14

seed level ..................................... 14

sensor, blockage ................................ 16

sensor, hopper level ...........................38

sensor, pressure................................. 16

sensor, rpm ........................................ 16

sensor, seed.......................................15

sensor, seed level...............................15

setup .................................................... 8

initial ............................................... 8

seasonal .........................................8

shackle ...............................................12

shaft monitor ............................... 17

shaft rate ............................................ 17

shaft, ﬂute...........................................36

shut-off, fertilizer...................................9

silicone sealant...................................37

Singulator Plus® ................................ 15

slack, chain ........................................ 39

slide gate ..................................... 14,15

soft ground ......................................... 25

speciﬁcations............................... 47, 48

speed limit

forward ......................................... 10

Speed Set .......................................... 58

speed to crank....................................25

springs, coulter ................................... 30

stars ......................................16

START ......................................... 56,57

storage ..................................12,21,35

strainer ........................................ 12,36

stubborn material ............................... 37

suffocation ..................................... 3,37

Summary ............................................ 61

sump return ........................................18

symbol, safety ...................................... 1

,15

,20

,17,36

tables

adjustments ..................................22

document family ............................. 7

FMC spring ................................... 30

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models covered .............................. 6

torque values ................................ 49

troubleshooting

general............................. 31

weights ......................................... 10

talc-graphite lubricant ......................... 45

tare .............................................. 26

tarp ..................................................... 27

texture ................................................ 25

tine ..................................................... 29

tool bar height .................................... 29

torque

fastener ........................................ 49

tower ........................................... 16

towing vehicle capability.....................10

toxic gases ......................................... 37

trailer operations ................................ 14

transport ............................................. 10

treated seed ......................................... 2

troubleshooting................................... 31

tube

seed ............................................. 14

,33

,28

,17

User Level .......................................... 53

Valve Cal ............................................ 56

Valve Calibration ................................ 57

variable rate gearbox ......................... 24

vent ....................................... 15

meter inlet .................................... 14

vent structure ..................................... 11

vent tube structure ............................... 3

void ................................................3

VT ...................................................... 53

,16,17

,37

walkboard .......................................... 11

WARNING, deﬁned.............................. 1

warranty ............................................. 30

wash .................................................... 2

wash-out ............................................ 36

welding ................................................ 3

wind ..................................................... 2

Work Screen ..... 53,54,56, 57, 58,61

WSMT ................................................ 53

YP2425F weights............................... 10

YP2425F-2470 ................ 6,23,54, 56

YP4025F weights............................... 10

YP4025F-1630 ..........6, 23,54,56, 65

YP4025F-1670 ..........6, 23,54,56, 64

Y-tube ...........................................15, 35

zero setting .......................................... 9

zone ............................................. 17,29

Numerics

110011508, manual..............................7

110011512, manual..............................7

11-52-0 ........................................ 25,63

150bu hopper .....................................13

2-way ..................................................17

20 mph ............................................... 10

29 CFR 1910.146 ............................... 38

3-way ..................................................17

401-406B, manual .................. 7, 22,23

401-406M, manual . 6,7, 8,18,22, 23

401-406P, manual ................................. 7

401-571B, manual .........................7,23

401-571M, manual 6

401-571P, manual ................................. 7

403-362M, manual .......................... 6

403-414H, crank .................................25

5 Rev Test .......................................... 60

82bu hopper .......................................13

821-042C, graphite.............................45

821-060C, graphite.............................45

821-069C, graphite+talc ..................... 45

848-509C, decal ................................... 5

848-510C, decal ................................... 5

848-519C, decal ................................... 4

848-520C, decal ................................... 5

848-522C, decal ................................... 5

,7,10, 18,22,23

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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.

Corporate Ofﬁce: P.O. Box 5060

Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA

Great Plains YP40F Operator Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Feature Supplement Manual

Table of Contents

Important Safety Information

Look for Safety Symbol

Be Aware of Signal Words

Prepare for Emergencies

Be Familiar with Safety Decals

Wear Protective Equipment

Handle Chemicals Properly

Practice Safe Maintenance

Safety At All Times

Safety Decals

848-509C Caution: Entanglement and Crushing

848-510C Caution: Wear Eye Protection

848-520C Caution: Possible Chemical Hazard

848-522C Caution: Entanglement and Crushing

Introduction

Description of Unit

Intended Usage

Models Covered

Document Family

Using This Manual

Preparation and Setup

Initial Setup

Post-Delivery/Seasonal Setup

Hitching and Leveling

Operating Instructions

Pre-Start Checklist

Planter Folding and Raising

Transport

Typical YP2425F Weights

Typical YP4025F Weights

Loading Materials

Loading Seed

Loading Fertilizer

Changing Seed Box or Hopper

Air Systems Operation

Seeding System Overview

Fertilizer System Overview

Fan Circuit Operation

Fan General Operating Information

Symptoms of Excessive Air Flow

Monitor Operation

Marker Operation

Field Set-Up Checklists

Field Operation

Short-Term Parking

Long-Term Storage

Adjustments

Setting Material Rates

Setting Seed Rate

Setting Dry Fertilizer Rate

Seed Meter Final Drive Range

Setting Variable Rate Gearbox

Meter Calibration

Calibration Procedure

Initial Calibration Steps

Revolutions for Sample Size

Row Sample Calibration

Meter Sample Calibration

Calibration Adjustment

Calibration: Rate Calculation

Calibration: Gearbox Adjustment

Coulter Adjustment

Coulter Height Adjustment

Coulter Applicator Adjustment

Frame-Mounted Coulter Force

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Maintenance

No-Change Maintenance Items

Material Clean-Out

Seeding System Clean-Out

Fertilizer System Clean-Out

Meter Flute Replacement

Problem Fertilizer Clean-Outs