GREAT PLAINS VT1500 Series, Operator'S Manual

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VT1500-0324 - VT1500-0924 Table of Contents Index Introduction
Description of Unit
The Sub-Soiler Inline Ripper VT1500-0324 - VT1500-0924 is
a one-section machine. It is designed to break up soil crust on
hard dried fields while eliminating compaction layers. An
optional berm conditioner may be added to the rear of each
shank.
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Using This Manual
This manual will familiarize you with
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 follow the directions to remain safe, avoid serious
damage to equipment and ensure desired field results.
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Useful information related to the preceding topic.
Right-hand and left-hand as used in this manual
are determined by facing the direction the
machine will travel while in use unless
otherwise stated. An orientation rose in some
line art illustrations shows the directions of: Up,
Back, Left, Down, Front, Right.
Owner Assistance
If you need customer service or repair parts, contact a Great
Plains dealer. They have trained personnel, repair parts and
equipment specially designed for Great Plains products.
Your machine’s parts were specially designed and should only
be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always use the serial and
model number when ordering parts from your Great Plains
dealer. The serial-number plate is located as shown in the figre
to the right.
Record your VT1500 Sub Soiler model and serial number here
for quick reference:
Model Number:__________________________
Serial Number: __________________________
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 owner or general
manager of the dealership.
Further Assistance
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. wants you to be satisfied
with your new Sub-Soiler. If for any reason you do not
understand any part of this manual or are otherwise
dissatisfied with the product please contact:
Great Plains Service Department
1525 E. North St.
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
Or go to www.greatplainsag.com and follow the contact
information at the bottom of your screen for our service
department.
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