GREAT PLAINS Yield-Pro PL5800, Operator'S Manual

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PL5800 Planter Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup
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Speed Calibration
Calibrate the speed sensor the first time the planter
is operated in the field (with or without planting). See
the console manual for this procedure.
Cross-check the console speed reading with the
tractor speedometer.
Speed Sensor
The console uses the pickup wheel for measuring
planter ground speed. The speed sensor should be
set 1/16 to 1/8 inch (1.6-3.2 mm) from the pickup
wheel.
There are two sensors on IRC planters, one on each
wing.
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Wing Alignment
To check and adjust wing alignment:
1. Unfold the planter and place a block ahead of
each wing gauge wheel. Pull the planter forward
against the blocks to rock the frame back.
2. Check for proper alignment by running a string
line across the back of the planter toward outer
ends of wings. For proper alignment, the outside
ends of wings are 0 to 1/4 inch (0 to 6 mm)
ahead of the inside of the wings (B).
3. To adjust wing alignment, shorten or lengthen the
eye-bolts (1) to change the length of the wing pull
bar. Adjust eye-bolts in or out until the outside
ends of wings are 0 to 1/4 inch (0to 6 mm) ahead
of the inside.
4. Make sure to adjust both wings equally or the
planter will tend to pull sideways behind the
tractor.
This illustration is viewed from the top of the
planter, and the angle of the wings is
exaggerated for clarity.
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Row-Pro Set-Up (Option)
The factory default setting for down force is likely to
differ from that required by the next field conditions.
Before modifying the monitor setting for down force,
determine what actual down force is ideal for the
initial use of the planter. One method of determining
an initial setting involves operating in the field
(without seeding).
1. Set the planting depth with the T-handles.
2. Check the unit mount coulter depth relative to the
opener depth and adjust as needed.
3. Start with the row unit down pressure springs in
the lowest or second-lowest notch.
Adjustment to the spring pressure may
need to be made if the depth is reset or the
closing wheel down pressure is adjusted.
4. Operate in the field for a short distance.
5. Inspect the furrow.
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