06/12/2019
401-754M
YP625PD
Operating Instructions
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Field Operation
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Consult seed monitor for alarms during planting. Check
that reported rates are consistent with your plan.
When reloading seed and fertilizer, check consumption
against anticipated use to that point.
First Pass Operation Checklist
Page
1.
Slide gates open. Shutters set.
2.
Raise planter and line up at start of first
planting row.
3.
Prime meters with seed.
Leave fan running.
4.
Unfold marker on next-row side.
5.
Pull forward, lower planter, and begin planting
for a short distance.
6.
Stop. Assess:
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planting depth
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seed spacing
•
press wheel operation
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fertilizer application (if in use)
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7.
Make necessary adjustments
8.
Resume planting.
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Sharp Field Turns
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Checklist
a. Monitor manifold pressure during end-of-pass operations
and turns. Adjust operations as needed to maintain meter
pressurization.
Page
1.
Fold marker
2.
Raise planter when fold is complete
3.
Make turn
4.
Lower planter
5.
Unfold marker on next-row side.
6.
Resume planting.
Suspending Planting Checklist
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1.
Stop tractor
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2.
Fan hydraulic circuit to Float or Neutral
3.
Hydraulic drive circuit to Float or Neutral
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4.
Fold Marker
5.
Raise planter
Ending Planting Checklist
Page
1.
Suspend operations as above, then
2.
Install transport locks
3.
Lights ON
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4.
Transport