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Printed 2021-05-11

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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Operator Manual

Ultra-Till (Disc & Coulter

Series I 3030, 5036, 5042 & 5052

S/N

Read the operator’s 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 optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.

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Summary of Contents for Ultra-Till I 3030 Series

Page 1: ...UCTIONS Operator Manual Ultra Till Disc Coulter Series I 3030 5036 5042 5052 S N A1096A Read the operator s 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 optional equipment not supplied with standard unit 41419 ...

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: ...Pride MeterCone Nutri Pro Seed Lok Solid Stand Terra Guard Turbo Chisel Turbo Chopper Turbo Max Turbo Till Ultra Till Whirlfilter and Yield Pro Brand and Product Names that appear and are owned by others are trademarks of their respective owners Printed in the United States of America Table of Contents Important Safety Information 1 Safety Decals 5 Introduction 10 Models Covered 10 Description of ...

Page 4: ...Great Plains 576 026M A 2021 05 11 Table of Contents Index 2 UT3030 UT5052 Table of Contents Index ...

Page 5: ...G 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 used to alert against unsafe practices CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Prepare for...

Page 6: ... pressure before disconnecting 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 cre...

Page 7: ...Ultra Till in case of breakdown on the road Keep clear of overhead power lines and other obstructions when transporting Refer to transport dimensions under UT Specifications and Capacities on page 26 Do not fold or unfold the Ultra Till while the tractor is moving Shutdown and Storage Lower Ultra Till put tractor in park turn off engine and remove the key Secure Ultra Till using blocks and support...

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

Page 9: ...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 To install new decals 1 Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed 2 Peel backing from decal Press firmly on surface being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal 818 055C Slow Moving Vehicle Reflec...

Page 10: ...5052 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 838 614C Red Reflectors On rear of light brackets top 2 total 41280 838 603C Orange Reflectors On rear of light brackets bottom 2 total 41280 838 598C Caution Read Operator s Manual On front of hitch 1 total 40096 ...

Page 11: ...able of Contents Index 9 838 599C Danger Electrocution Hazard Top side of hitch strut 1 total 41276 838 600C Danger Crushing Hazard Top side of hitch strut 1 total 41276 838 602C Warning Overhead Wing Hazard On outside center of center and wing frames both sides 4 total 3030 6 total 5036 5042 5052 41278 ...

Page 12: ...of Contents Index Important Safety Information 838 094C Warning High Pressure Fluid Top side of hitch strut 1 total 41276 838 611C Warning Hand Crushing Front side of center wing brace left right side 2 total 41276 838 613C Notice Transport Lock Top side of hitch strut 2 total 41277 ...

Page 13: ...052 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Great Plains 576 026M A 05 11 2021 Table of Contents Index 11 838 612C Warning Wings Could Fall Suddenly On back side of wing stop both sides 2 total 41280 ...

Page 14: ... safety assembly operation adjustments troubleshooting and maintenance Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation The information in this manual is current at printing Some parts may change to assure top performance Definitions The following terms are used throughout this manual A crucial point of information related to the preceding topic Read and ...

Page 15: ...ber __________________________ 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 Discuss the matter with your dealership service manager Make sure they are aware of any problems so they can assist you 2 If you are still unsatisfied seek out the ...

Page 16: ...ins from wing stops DO NOT remove pins if the wing is leaning against the pins or putting pressure on the pins Use the hydraulics to pull the wings in completely before unpinning them Once the pins are removed slowly untold 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...

Page 17: ...AC 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 Till using the block or yoke clevis determined by the tractor drawbar This machine is equipped with a reversible single tang hitch Use the correct size hitch pin to ins...

Page 18: ... Leveling Refer to Figure 6 Front to rear leveling should be done in the field with modules installed This is adjusted at the turnbuckle 1 with turnbuckle wrench 2 located on the inside left side of hitch Color Hydraulic Function Black Lift 2 hoses Green Fold Hydraulic Down Pressure 2 hoses Red Gangs 2 hoses High Pressure Fluid Hazard Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines Use paper...

Page 19: ...st be done before modules are installed 8 On level surface unfold and lower the machine until the cylinders are completely retracted and measure down from the ground Take note of the measurements 9 Repeat the same procedure at each section to pre level the machine by adjusting the eyebolt 1 on each cylinder until each wing section is the same as the center section Figure 7 Wing Depth Adjustment 43...

Page 20: ...ude the weight of any options Transport Checklist Plan the route Avoid steep hills Keep Clearances in mind Make all electrical and hydraulic connections See Hitching Tractor to Ultra Till on page 15 Raise Ultra Till Be sure all transport locks are installed Always have lights on for highway operation Comply with all federal state and local safety laws when traveling on public roads Travel with cau...

Page 21: ...tracted Set your leveling front to back with the turnbuckle on the hitch by lengthening or shortening Reset the depth of gangs between 2 to 3 on the level gauge Hydraulic Down Pressure 3030 Refer to Figure 8 This setup procedure is for tractors with closed center or pressure compensated flow hydraulic systems Open center hydraulics not supported Adjust down pressure valve as shown on decal 1 locat...

Page 22: ...ge hydraulics continuous flow down 24 Adjust rear valve 3 to obtain 1200 psi 25 Adjust front valve 4 to 1100 psi lock valve 26 Adjust rear valve to desired down pressure 400 700 psi inside wings left valve 3 400 700 psi outer wings right valve 4 27 If the wings run high during operation increase pressure If the center runs high decrease pressure Do not exceed exceed 1000 psi Caution This machine i...

Page 23: ...ld by watching the nuts at the top of the bolts as shown by arrows 31 If the center gang bolts are more active than the wings the pressure to the wings may need to be increased If the wing gang bolts are cycling extensively but the center is not the pressure to the wings need to be decreased 32 On a 5 section machine you need to set the outside wings with one valve and the inside wings with the ot...

Page 24: ...alled as such on the machine In some conditions in which a firming of the soil is more desirable than breaking up clods then these reels can be mounted in reverse 6 This does however increase the chance of causing damage to the bars in rocky soil Be sure reels are installed with twisted bars oriented forward 4 as shown Mounting in reverse 5 can damage reel in rocky soil 5 Figure 14 Reel Direction ...

Page 25: ...eyholes of hose holder bracket 6 Disconnect the safety chain 7 Unhitch from tractor or leading implement Storage Store the implement where children do not play If possible store inside for longer life 1 Raise fold and lock implement For unfolded storage see steps at right 2 Perform Parking checklist above 3 Lubricate the implement at all points listed under Lubrication on page 24 4 Check all bolts...

Page 26: ...r Gang bearings are maintenance free and do not require greasing 6 Check drag bolts for loosness or excessive wear Replace broken or bent teeth Your drag is an important part of the tillage operation 7 If machine is stored outdoors over the winter months it is a good idea to fold the machine then set it down on the ground so all the cylinders are retracted to protect the cylinder rods This will ex...

Page 27: ... Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Outside Wing Hinge Points On all outside hinge points Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Walking Beam Pivot Bearings One on each walking beam Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Sparingly and check for endplay If there is a lot of end play take apart check bearings and re pack 10 10 100 43187 43188 41641 ...

Page 28: ...15 4 ply 32psi 221 kPa Gauge Wheel 7 50x10 10 ply 80 psi 552 kPa Transport Center 11L x 15SL 8 Ply 36 psi 248 kPa Transport Center 11L x 15 Load F 90psi 621 kPa Transport Center 12 5L x Load F 90 psi 621 kPa Transport Center 380 55R x 16 5 Load F RI 73 psi 503 kPa Model No UT3030 UT5036 UT5042 UT5052 Width 30 9 14 m 36 10 98 m 42 12 80 m 52 15 85 m 44 52 64 78 Number of Modules 13 17 21 21 Center ...

Page 29: ...stomer O Ring 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 des...

Page 30: ...05 570 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 12 370 955 1350 M30 X 3 5 960 1510 2100 11 8 7 480 1080 1750 M30 X 2 1060 1680 2320 11 8 12 540 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 ...

Page 31: ...UT3030 UT5052 Table of Contents Index Appendix Great Plains 576 026M A 05 11 2021 Table of Contents Index 29 ...

Page 32: ...Great Plains 576 026M A 05 11 2021 Table of Contents Index 30 UT3030 UT5052 Table of Contents Index Appendix ...

Page 33: ...erhead wing 7 wings could fall 9 decal safety 5 definitions 10 directions 10 drag bolts 22 F fire 1 H headphones 1 hearing 1 high pressure fluids 2 hills 13 Hinge Points 23 hinge points inside wing 23 outside wing 23 Hitch Turnbuckle Adjustment 14 hitching 13 hose handles 14 hydraulic connectors 25 hydraulic safety 2 I inflation 24 J JIC 25 Joint Industry Conference 25 J514 25 L leaks 2 22 left ha...

Page 34: ...ngs torque 25 hose color code 14 models covered 10 torque values 26 tire inflation 24 tires 3 transport 16 transport lock 22 transport speed 3 transporting 16 U unhitch 21 URLs tires 24 W WARNING defined 1 warranty 27 tire 24 welding 4 Wheel Bearing Hub 22 Wing Depth Adjustment 15 17 18 www 24 Numerics 13 mph 3 20 mph 3 16 22 kph 3 32 kph 3 36 hours 21 576 026M A manual 10 576 026P manual 10 576 0...

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