Turbo-Max
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Preparation and Setup
Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31
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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and
Turbo Max for use, and covers tasks that need to be
done for new machines, seasonally, or when the
tractor/Turbo-Max configuration changes.
Before using the Turbo-Max in the field, you must
hitch it to a suitable tractor, inspect systems and level
the Turbo-Max. Before using the Turbo-Max for the
first time, and periodically thereafter, certain
adjustments and calibrations are required.
Pre-Operation Checklist
Complete this checklist before routine setup:
Read and understand “
Important Safety
Information
” 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,
see “
Hydraulic Hose Hookup
” on page 12.
If machine is folded, unlock wings and open wing lock
valve then 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 Turbo Max 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 grease fittings 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 wings and close
wing lock valve. Always place wing locks in locked
position when moving from field to field. Put transport
locks into place. You are now ready to go to the field.
Hitching Turbo Max to Tractor
!
Hitch to a tractor for highway transport or field
operations.
DANGER: Crushing Hazard
Do not stand or place any body part between turbo max and
moving tractor. You may be severely injured or killed by being
crushed between the tractor and turbo max. Stop tractor engine
and set parking brake before attaching cables and hoses.
1. Raise tractor three-point arms (if equipped)
clear up to clear Turbo-Max.
2. For TWO-WHEEL DRIVE and MFWD trac-
tors, pin drawbar in fixed center position for
field and transport. For FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
and TRAC-DRIVE tractors, leave one hole
clearance on each side of drawbar for field posi-
tion, hitch damage may occur if pinned solid.
Pin in center position for transport to maintain
maximum steering control.
3. Use jack (1) to raise and lower turbo max
tongue. Back tractor draw bar into alignment
with hitch (2). Secure with a locking hitch pin.
Secure safety chain (3) to an anchor on the trac-
tor.
Negative Tongue Weight Hazard
Make certain that turbo max is securely hitched to the
tractor or leading implement before unfolding. An
unhitched turbo max can tip over backwards during
folding and unfolding if the tongue is not secured.
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