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Manufacturing, Inc.

www.greatplainsmfg.com

Printed 2015-01-05

562-094M

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Operator Manual

6321UC, 6323UC, 6327UC, 6329UC, 6330UC,

6332UC, 6536UC 6538UC, 6542UC & 6544UC

6000 Series Ultra Chisel

Read the operator manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the
subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without
exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!

Illustrations may show alternate spacings and/or optional equipment not supplied with
standard unit.

Summary of Contents for 6000 Series

Page 1: ...21UC 6323UC 6327UC 6329UC 6330UC 6332UC 6536UC 6538UC 6542UC 6544UC 6000 Series Ultra Chisel Read the operator manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Illustrations may show alternate spacings and or optional equipment not supplied with standard unit ...

Page 2: ...Table of Contents Index Table of Contents Index ...

Page 3: ...f America Table of Contents Important Safety Information 1 Safety Decals 5 Introduction 10 Description of Unit 10 Intended Usage 10 Models Covered 10 Document Family 10 Using This Manual 10 Definitions 10 Owner Assistance 11 Product Support 11 Preparation and Setup 12 Post Delivery Seasonal Setup 12 Pre Planting Setup 12 Hitching Tractor to Implement 13 Hydraulic Hose Hookup 14 Electrical Hookup 1...

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Page 5: ...tuation 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 use...

Page 6: ...necting hydraulic lines Use a piece of paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems If an accident occurs seek immediate medical assistance from a physician familiar with this type of injury Use Safety Lights and Devices Slow moving tractors and towed implements can create a hazard when drive...

Page 7: ...ceed 20 mph 32 km h Never travel at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes Comply with state and local laws Do not tow an implement unless the towing vehicle is rated for and ballasted for the weight of the implement Carry reflectors or flags to mark implement in case of breakdown on the road Do not fold or unfo...

Page 8: ...are in good condition and installed properly Remove buildup of grease oil or debris Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation 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 implement functions Operate machinery from the driver s seat only Do not leave i...

Page 9: ...y 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 Transport Decals 818 055C Slow Moving Vehicle Reflector On center rear face of center frame tie tube 1 total 838 614C Red Reflectors On rear face of light brack...

Page 10: ...3C Daytime Reflectors On rear face of light bracket mount tube inboard of red reflectors 2 total 838 615C Amber Reflectors On outboard sides of vertical sections of light bracket mount tubes on front face of wing tool bars at outboard ends 6 total 838 600C Danger Hitch Crush On front face of hitch tube each end 1 total ...

Page 11: ...ndex 562 094M 838 599C Danger Electrocution On front face of center frame tie tube left of center 1 total Warning Decals 838 611C Warning Hand Crushing On front and rear of wing frames outer pivot points 4 total 838 094C Warning High Pressure Fluid Hazard On front face of hitch tube just right of center 1 total 43528 ...

Page 12: ...of outer wing pivot plates 2 total 838 606C Warning Pinching or Crushing On front face of outer wing pivot plates 2 total Notice Decals 838 613C Notice Transport Locks On outside face of rear wing rest 2 total 43525 43523 838 606C To prevent serious injury or death Tongue rises rapidly when unhitched from tractor Lower implement to ground before unhitching WARNING ...

Page 13: ...ains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 9 2015 01 05 Table of Contents Index 562 094M Caution Decals 838 598C Caution General Instructions On front face of hitch tube 1 total ...

Page 14: ...leaving the residue mixed at the surface to reduce wind erosion and assist with water filtration Models Covered Document Family 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 Note The information in this manual is current at prin...

Page 15: ... center frame bar truss Record your 6000 Series Ultra Chisel model and serial number here for quick reference Model Number __________________________ Serial Number __________________________ Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine If you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received please take the following actions 1 Disc...

Page 16: ...s the implement you are pulling This is important so the implement can do the best possible job Clean all hydraulic couplings and connect to tractor as shown on page 13 Hitching Tractor to Implement If machine is folded remove the transport pins from wing stops DO NOT remove pins if the wing is leaning against the pins or putting pressure on the pins Use hydraulics to pull the wings in completely ...

Page 17: ...ns port For FOUR WHEEL DRIVE and TRAC DRIVE tractors leave one hole clearance on each side of drawbar for field position hitch damage may occur if pinned solid Pin in center position for transport to maintain maximum steering control 3 Hitch the tractor to the Ultra Chisel using the block or yoke clevis determined by the tractor drawbar Use the correct size pin for clevis or block Load Sway Hazard...

Page 18: ...remote valve are marked with the same color Color Coded Hose Handles To distinguish hoses on the same hydraulic circuit refer to the symbol molded into the handle grip Hoses with an extended cylinder symbol feed cylinder base ends Hoses with a retracted cylinder symbol feed cylinder rod ends Connect fold hoses to suitable tractor remote valves Electrical Hookup Plug implement electrical lead in tr...

Page 19: ...turnbuckle Lengthen the turnbuckle tube to run deeper and shorten the turnbuckle to run shallower 9 Tighten the jam nut back against the turnbuckle tube to hold the adjustments in place Note In some conditions the wings will need to be set slightly lower than the center as the center may tend to run deeper behind the tractor tires Center and Wing Gauge Wheel Adjustments Refer to Figure 8 10 Loosen...

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Page 21: ... at unfolded Folding Fold the implement for movements on public roads and between fields with narrow clearances Electrocution Hazard Avoid overhead lines when folding and transporting When folded and lifted the implement requires clearance of at least 14ft 4 3m for Models 6324 6329 and 17ft 5 2m for Models 6330 6333 which is high enough to contact low hanging lines Touching the implement or tracto...

Page 22: ...rol Hazard Do not exceed 20 mph 32 km h when driving straight Do not exceed 13 mph 21 km h in turns The weight of the implement can cause under steer and the height of the implement is a tipping hazard Check Tractor Capacity and Configuration Consult your tractor manual for limitations Add weights to tractor as required When determining the weight of your Ultra Chisel be sure to include the weight...

Page 23: ...The Ultra Chisel is designed as a primary tillage tool For best results if at all possible run the machine at a slight angle of the rows This will improve trash flow and help spread the residue more evenly throughout the field 12 When you have the machine set to the desired working depth set the depth stop assembly on the depth control bar This is located at the front of the machine on the brace b...

Page 24: ...tching Ultra Chisel hitched Hitch pin locked Safety chain secured to tractor or leading implement Parking jack stowed Electrical Checklist Verify electrical hookups solid or connector securely stowed if not using lights in field Hydraulic System Checklist Check tractor hydraulic reservoir full Make hydraulic connections Inspect connections for leaks Unfold Implement Operations Checklists Hitching ...

Page 25: ...ling off of the hang chains If so shorten pull chains Heavy Coil Tine Settings Refer to Figure 11 2 To adjust down pressure loosen the jam nut and screw the spring bolt in to put more down pressure on the drag or adjust the bolt out to have less down pressure Retighten the jam nut to secure your adjustments The spring will be pre set to 3 31 2 of bolt left to adjust 3 To change angle of coil tine ...

Page 26: ...nut another 1 further on spring rod to set pre load on spring Refer to Figure 13 8 The bars on the reels are angled forward and should be installed as such on the machine In some conditions in which a firming of the soil is more desir able than breaking up clods then these reels can be mounted in reverse This does however increase the chance of causing damage to the bars in rocky soil Be sure reel...

Page 27: ...ement hydraulic hoses and electrical lines from tractor 4 Unhook the safety chain 5 Remove the hitch pin Storage Store the Ultra Chisel where children do not play If possible store the implement inside for longer life 1 Thoroughly clean implement 2 Park the implement at the storage location as per Parking above 3 Lubricate areas noted under Lubrication beginning on page 25 Apply heavy grease to ex...

Page 28: ...t High Pressure Fluid Hazard Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before applying pressure Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible Use paper or cardboard not body parts and wear heavy gloves to check for suspected leaks Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin If an accident occurs seek immediate medical assistance from a physician fa...

Page 29: ...lean and repack the wheel bearings For machines stored outdoors or operating in extreme conditions bearings should be checked more often All Turnbuckles andThreaded Adjustments Overall Machine Maintenance Type of Lubrication Multipurpose Lubricant Quantity Coat thoroughly 50 Multi purpose spray lubricant Multi purpose grease lubricant Multi purpose oil lubricant Intervals operating hours at which ...

Page 30: ...562 094M Table of Contents Index 2015 01 05 26 6000 Series Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Appendix A Reference Information Specifications and Capacities ...

Page 31: ...2 20 75 115 165 M14 X 2 92 145 200 9 16 12 95 150 210 M14 X 1 5 99 155 215 9 16 18 105 165 235 M16 X 2 145 225 315 5 8 11 130 205 285 M16 X 1 5 155 240 335 5 8 18 150 230 325 M18 X 2 5 195 310 405 3 4 10 235 360 510 M18 X 1 5 220 350 485 3 4 16 260 405 570 M20 X 2 5 280 440 610 7 8 9 225 585 820 M20 X 1 5 310 650 900 7 8 14 250 640 905 M24 X 3 480 760 1050 1 8 340 875 1230 M24 X 2 525 830 1150 1 1...

Page 32: ... per hour Soils containing rocks stumps or obstructions may void the warranty in its entirety Claims under this Warranty must be made to the dealer which originally sold the product and all warranty adjustments must by made through such dealer Great Plains reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice This Warranty shall not be interpreted to r...

Page 33: ... 10 leveling 15 level wings 15 lighting 14 lights 2 lubrication 25 M maintenance 24 maintenance safety 4 medical assistance 2 16 24 model number 11 models covered 10 N Notice Decals 8 NOTICE defined 10 O orientation rose 10 overhead lines 3 owner assistance 11 P phone number GP 11 protective equipment 2 R red reflectors 5 reel 22 reflectors amber 6 daytime 6 red 5 SMV 5 reflectors safety 5 repair ...

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Page 36: ...Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA Table of Contents Index ...

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