GREAT PLAINS NTS2507, Operator'S Manual

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Section 2: Operating Instructions
NTS2507, NTS2509, & NTS2511 s/n+ 2019+ NTS Seeder 313-900M 7/1/19
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Table of Contents
Operating Checklist
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the seeder. Therefore, it is absolutely
essential that no one operates the NTS Seeder unless
they are age 16 or older and have read, fully understood,
and are totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make
sure the operator has paid particular attention to:
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Important Safety Information , page 18
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-up , page 11
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Section 2: Operating Instructions, page 19
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Section 3: Roller Adjustments, page 33
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Section 8: Maintenance & Lubrication, page 55
Perform the following inspections before using your
seeder.
Operating Checklist
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Check Page
Read and follow all Safety Rules carefully.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
1
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
See balloons (#4 & #22) in Figure 1-8.
15
Read and follow all operating instructions.
Refer to Section 2: Operating Instructions.
19
Read and follow Tractor Hook-Up instructions.
20 &
22
Make all required adjustments.
Refer to Section 3: Roller Adjustments.
33
Adjust seed rate for Grass Seed.
See Section 4: Grass Seed Rate Adjustment.
34
Set speed change sprocket.
Refer to Grass Seed High/Low Range Set-up.
34
Adjust seed rate for Small Seed.
Refer to Section 5: Small Seed Rate Adjustment
44
Adjust seed rate for Native Seed. Refer to
Section 6: Native Seed Rate Adjustment
52
Read and follow all maintenance instructions.
Refer to Section 8: Maintenance & Lubrication.
55
Inspect seed cups and seed tubes for foreign
matter.
60
Lubricate seeder as needed.
Refer to Lubrication Points.
62
Make sure the Native Seed gearbox is properly
lubricated. See Gearbox for the Native Seedbox.
65
Check seeder initially and periodically for loose
bolts and pins. Refer to Torque Values Chart.
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Section 2: Operating Instructions
Tractor Shutdown Procedure
The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.
Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown
procedures provided in your tractor Operator’s Manual
before leaving the operator’s seat.
1. Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-off
if engaged.
2. Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
3. Lower implement to ground or onto non-concrete
support blocks.
4. Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,
and remove switch key to prevent unauthorized
starting.
5. Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic
lines.
6. Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
before leaving the operator’s seat.
7. Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when
stepping on and off the tractor.