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588-015M

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OPERATOR MANUAL

MODELS 6.0M & 8.0M

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Page 1: ...ructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit Table of Contents Index Original Instructions 588 015M Great Plains OPERATOR MANUAL MODELS 6 0M 8 0M ...

Page 2: ...ered the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine Update the record by adding the machine weight and measurements with the option s weight and measurements Dealer Contact Information Model Number Serial Number Machine Height Machine Length Machine Width Machine Weight Year of Construction Delivery Date First Operation Accessories Name Street City State Telephone Email Deale...

Page 3: ...y before using the machine It will familiarize you with safety operation adjustments and maintenance of your new equipment This manual must always be kept with your machine Great Plains wants you to be satisfied with your product If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are otherwise dissatisfied please take the following actions first 1 Discuss the matter with your deale...

Page 4: ...nclude 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 Trill Ultra Till Whirlfilter and Yield Pro Brand and produce names that appear and are owner by others are trademarks of their respective owners For permission requests write to the publisher at the address below Great Plains Mfg 1525 E North ...

Page 5: ...eveling 13 Level Bar Spring Adjustment 13 Wing Adjustment 14 Gang Cylinders 14 Weight Package Installation 15 Brake Connections 15 Air Brake Connections 15 Operation 16 Pre Start Checklist 16 Transport 16 Transport Steps 16 Field Operation 16 Field Set Up Checklists 16 Final Checklist 17 General Operation and In Field Adjustments 17 Hydraulic Down Pressure 18 Tillage Gang Controls 18 Depth Stop Ad...

Page 6: ...Cover Index ...

Page 7: ...ction layers The front and rear gangs may be adjusted from 0 6 degree angels depending on the aggressiveness desired Right hand and left hand side are determined by facing the direction of forward travel Prohibited Use Do not use this machine for any purpose or in any way other than what is described in this manual machine decals or any other information provided with the machine These materials d...

Page 8: ...ical parts for wear before using machine 7 Never wear loose or bulky clothing around machine Use additional safety equipment such as hard hats eye and ear protection safety boots etc as needed 8 Do not modify the machine Unauthorized modification can result in unsafe conditions that lead to machine damage or personal injury Operation 1 Always stop the tractor put in Park and turn off engine before...

Page 9: ...Work in a clean dry area 3 Lower the implement Put tractor in Park turn off engine To prevent unauthorized starting remove key before performing maintenance or service work 4 If work must be performed with wings raised set the wing tilt locks to the road position 5 Make sure all moving parts have stopped and all system pressure is relieved 6 Relieve hydraulic pressure before disconnecting hydrauli...

Page 10: ...trailer sudden braking can cause a trailer to swerve and upset Reduce speed if trailer is not equipped with brakes Safety Chain 1 Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of towed machinery 2 Replace chain if any links or end fittings are broken stretched or damaged 3 Do not use safety chain for towing Safety Lights and Devices 1 Always use safety lighting Slow ...

Page 11: ...s 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 Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed Peel backing from decal Press firmly on surface being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal Reflectors Red Triangle 833 399C Two red triangles at rear of unit Re...

Page 12: ...mplement while tractor is moving One decal on the hitch 848 507C Use ladder not tires to climb on machine Four decals one located near each tire location 848 516C Do not drive machine underneath low power wires One decal on the hitch 844 066C Avoid standing in front of tongue while unhitching One decal on the hitch 69374a 69374f 69374a 69374a ...

Page 13: ...8 634C Do not place hands between folding parts Four decals one the front and rear on each frame 858 633C Avoid crushing hazard by wings by not standing under wings during operation Four decals one on each side of the outside of the center frame the wing frames 848 512C Read follow general instructions prior to machine operation One on the rear right side of the hitch 69374c 69374e 69374e 848 512C...

Page 14: ...8 015M 2019 01 31 8 858 636C Do not preform any procedure that loosens hardware take appropriate precautions outlined in this manual carefully read all instructions for machine use do not move tractor with someone on hitch One decal on the front fold bracket 69374d ...

Page 15: ...Great Plains 588 015M 2019 01 31 9 Turbo Max Table of Contents Index Safety Decals ...

Page 16: ...ittings are in place and lubricated Lubrication on page 18 The hubs will come pre greased and will not need greased at this time 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 19 Refold the machine slowly then lock...

Page 17: ...to minimize any side to side sway to assure proper tracking in the field and safe road travel See Transport on page 14 for safe transporting Electrical Hookup 1 Make sure tractor is shut down with accessory power off before making connections 2 Connect lighting connector and any options or after market electronics to tractor outlets 3 Tie up excess cable allowing enough slack for the unit to make ...

Page 18: ...systems To distinguish hoses on the same hydraulic circuit refer to hose label The hose with an extended cylinder symbol feeds a cylinder base end The hose with a retracted cylinder symbol feeds a cylinder rod end Secure hoses and cables so that they have sufficient slack for hitch movements but cannot get caught between moving parts of tractor turbo max or hitch Failure to safely route and secure...

Page 19: ...hten if necessary Front to Rear Leveling Level Machine On Flat Surface Pre leveling of machine should be done on a good level surface 1 If your machine is equipped with the turnbuckle option use the following steps to level your machine Lower machine so front coulter gangs are 2 5 5cm off of ground Loosen jam nut 1 with turnbuckle wrench 2 stored on rear pegs of hitch Adjust the turnbuckle 3 at th...

Page 20: ...ally Always adjust the front gangs first and then the rear 1 With front gang cylinders 1 in the full retract position the gang bar 2 should be 7 5cm from tubes 3 If gang bar is not 7 5cm from tubes loosen allen screw 4 on clevis on rod end of cylinder and shorten cylinder rod 6 by turning cylinder rod Re tighten allen screw 2 After the center is set adjust the wings the same way 3 When the front g...

Page 21: ...7 Reinstall remaining hardware including leveling straps 7 wing rest 5 and depth stop bar 4 Brake Connections Braking Hazards To avoid damaging the machine make sure the operator understands when brakes are engaged and when they are released An air controlled braking trailer braking system is installed on this machine Your tractor s trailer brake system operates the air brakes See your tractor s o...

Page 22: ...ering and or braking capability of the tractor The resulting accident could cause serious injury or death Loss of Control Hazard Use an adequate towing vehicle Never tow an implement that weighs more than 150 of the towing vehicle transport vehicle must weigh at least 67 of implement Ensure that the towing vehicle is adequate for the task Using an inadequate tow vehicle is extremely unsafe and can...

Page 23: ... to the rows If the unit is used as a secondary pass it is recommended to operate the unit at a slight angle to the previous tillage pass This will improve trash flow and increase the leveling capability Mechanical Checklist Page Turbo Max hitched 8 Hitch pin locked Implement jack stowed 8 Check all tire pressures 19 Transport locks are removed and lock valve is in the field position open 10 Wings...

Page 24: ...sure usually 300 400 PSI Do not exceed 800 PSI 4 If the wings run high during operation increase pressure If the center runs high decrease pres sure If pressure is unneeded move valve in tractor to FLOAT Tillage Gang Controls Your Turbo Max s gang angles are hydraulically adjustable from within a tractor cab Simply determine the desired angle and apply hydraulics until satisfied with the result An...

Page 25: ...ion 5 4 6 7 8 The rolling harrow 4 and reel attachment 5 is a versatile leveling attachment and requires very little adjustment Some adjustment however may be required for maximum effectiveness Reduce Gang Angle At High Speeds In some severe conditions at high speeds some windrowing may occur and the gang angle may need to be reduced slightly from the preset 22 degrees When adjusting maintain adeq...

Page 26: ... safety chain 6 Unhitch from tractor Storage If you intend to store your machine for an extended period of time follow the procedures outlined below These procedures will ensure that the machine is ready to operate with minimum preparation when it is removed from storage Placing Machine Into Storage Keep Stored Away From Children Store the implement where children do not play If possible store ins...

Page 27: ...e tractor s remote Make sure the hydraulic lock valve is open for field operation Switch fold hoses to another remote on tractor Trace hydraulic plumbing to confirm proper routing Replace hydraulic tips on fold hoses Machine will not lower Black Handgrips Make sure both transport locks are removed Make sure hoses are connected properly to the tractor s remote Make sure the hydraulic depth stop val...

Page 28: ...oid that is malfunctioning Inspect harness and solenoid connections for damage Reverse harness connections at the solenoid if same problem presents that side s solenoid is damaged if problem switches the harness is damaged Cannot adjust gang angle of machine Red Handgrips Make sure hoses are connected properly to tractor s remote Try another remote on tractor Replace hydraulic tips on gang hoses B...

Page 29: ...ps Make sure depth stop valve is set to correct depth and working correctly A center cylinder may be damaged and or leaking If necessary the weight packs may need removed Wings running deeper than Center Reduce down pressure or put in float Adjust wing tires see Operator manual page 14 Wing running shallower than center Increase down pressure Adjust wing tires see Operator manual page 14 Machine i...

Page 30: ...ooking for leaks and pinched lines Make sure the shunt valve on the hitch is pulled all the way out Make sure the tank drain valve is properly closed Call your GP representative to further diagnose if needed Hydraulic brake trouble shooting Single Hose Make sure hoses are connected properly to the tractor hydraulic brake system Emergency valve positioned correctly for operation Check hydraulic hos...

Page 31: ...Great Plains 588 015M 2019 01 31 25 Turbo Max Table of Contents Index Operation Hydraulic Fold Re track Layout ...

Page 32: ...se Wrap Hose Clamp Hose Zip Tie A A B B Hose to Wing Lift Connected to wing lift at bulkhead Part of hydraulic lift layout on p 22 Hose to Wing Lift Connected to wing lift at bulkhead Part of hydraulic lift layout on p 22 Top of Double Solenoid Bottom of Double Solenoid Hydraulic Fold Connections A A B B ...

Page 33: ...ble of Contents Index Operation Hydraulic Lift Layout Hose to Retract Valve Located underneath the level bar Part of hydraulic fold layout Top Bulkhead Bottom Bulkhead Rod End Rod End Rod End Hydraulic Lift Connections Rod End Bottom Bulkhead Rod End ...

Page 34: ...Turbo Max Table of Contents Index Operation Great Plains 588 015M 2019 01 31 28 Hydraulic Gang Layout Hose Wrap Hose Clamp Hydraulic Gang Connections ...

Page 35: ...Great Plains 588 015M 2019 01 31 29 Turbo Max Table of Contents Index Operation Lighting Wire Layout ...

Page 36: ...tant part of the till age operation Tire Inflation Chart Lubrication 50 Multipurpose spray lube Multipurpose grease lube Multipurpose oil lube Intervals service hours at which lubrication is required Wheel Bearing Hubs Inspect bearings for end play Annually If excessive endplay exists it tis recommended to disassemble clean and repack the wheel bearings For machines stored outdoors or operating in...

Page 37: ...Multipurpose Lubricant Quantity Coat thoroughly Coulter Bearings 42061 One on rear of each c flex bearing Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Grease every 50 hours In heavy conditions grease every 10 hours or daily Finishing Reel 42065 One on each bearing Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Grease every 50 hours In heavy conditions grease every 10 hours or daily Seasonally 50 50 ...

Page 38: ...ge Width 6 meters Tractor Requirements 150 kW Weight Max 9650kg Hitch Load 1150kg Axle Load 8500kg Number of Coulters 65 Gang Angle Hyd Adjustable 0 to 6 Dimensions Transport Height 3m Transport Width 3m Transport Length with attachment 8 7m Center Section Width 3m Wing Width 1 5m Transport Tire Size Center 550 4 5 22 5 20 PR Tire Size Wing 15 0 55 17 14 PR ...

Page 39: ... 8 meters Tractor Requirements 205 kW Weight Max 10950kg Hitch Load 1150kg Axle Load 9800kg Number of Coulters 85 Gang Angle Hyd Adjustable 0 to 6 Dimensions Transport Height 4m Transport Width 3m Transport Length with attachment 8 7m Center Section Width 3m Wing Width 1 5m Transport Tire Size Center 550 4 5 22 5 20 PR Tire Size Wing 15 0 55 17 14 PR ...

Page 40: ... 7 Prior to installation to prevent abrasion during tightening lubricate O Ring with clean hydraulic fluid Use no sealants tape or liquid on ORB fittings ORB fittings that need orientation such as the ell depicted also have a washer 8 and jam nut 9 adjustable thread port stud Back jam nut away from washer Thread fitting into receptacle until O Ring contacts seat Unscrew fitting to desired orientat...

Page 41: ...2 540 1210 1960 M36 X 3 5 1730 2650 3660 11 4 7 680 1520 2460 M36 X 2 1880 2960 4100 11 4 12 750 1680 2730 13 8 6 890 1990 3230 a in tpi nominal thread diameter in inches threads per inch 13 8 12 1010 2270 3680 b N m newton meters 11 2 6 1180 2640 4290 11 2 12 1330 2970 4820 c mm x pitch nominal thread diameter in mm x thread pitch Torque tolerance 0 15 of torquing values Unless otherwise specifie...

Page 42: ...or D 78244 Gottmadingen compile the technical file Germany established in EC Declare under our sole responsibility that the product Designation of machine Tillage Tool Machine type Turbo Max 6 0M Turbo Max 8 0M Turbo Max 3 0M Valid from serial no GP D 1001Q Corresponds to the above mentioned directive The following harmonized standards are applied EN ISO 4254 1 2015 Salina Ks 25 05 2018 __________...

Page 43: ...ft 27 28 Lighting Wire Layout 29 6 8M TM Hydraulic Fold Layout 26 leaks 30 lights 4 lubrication 30 M maintenance safety 3 medical assistance 12 16 N National Pipe Thread 34 negative tongue weight 10 NPT 34 O ORB 34 O Ring Boss 34 P parking 20 parts 30 pin hitch 16 R reservoir 15 reverse 16 S SAE J514 34 safety chain 10 scale 16 shutdown 4 speed limit forward 16 transport 16 storage 4 storing machi...

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