GREAT PLAINS 6000 Series, Operator'S Manual

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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and 6000
Series Ultra Chisel for use and covers tasks that need to
be done seasonally, or when the tractor/Ultra Chisel
configuration change.
Before using the Ultra Chisel you must level the
implement, hook up the implement hydraulics to the
tractor, and check that the hydraulics have been bled.
Certain adjustments and calibrations must be checked
periodically thereafter to insure maximum usage.
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:
• Bleed hydraulic fold system.
• Wing leveling and alignment (page 15).
• De-grease exposed cylinder rods if so protected at last
storage.
Pre-Planting Setup
Complete this checklist before routine setup:
• Read and understand “ Important Safety
Information ” starting on page 1.
• Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
• Make sure your tractor horsepower matches 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
before unpinning them.) Once the pins are removed,
slowly unfold the unit. Make sure no one is under the
wings during the unfolding process.
• Check again for hydraulic leaks and watch that hoses
do not get pinched in hinges, wing stops, etc.
• After the machine is completely unfolded, raise and
lower the Ultra Chisel several times to purge air from
the hydraulic system. Again check for hydraulic leaks
and tighten or replace if necessary.
• Check safety chain hookup. Make sure all warning
lights are hooked up and functioning correctly.
• Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged. See
“
Safety Decals ” on page 5.
• Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “ Tire Inflation Chart ” on
page?
• Put transport locks in place and refold the machine
slowly. Put wing stop pins in place. Always use the
transport pins when moving from field to field. You are
now ready to go to the field.