GREAT PLAINS Yield-Pro PL5800, Operator'S Manual

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PL5800 Planter Table of Contents Index Operation
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Storage
Store the planter where children do not play. If
possible store inside for longer life of the planter.
1. Empty the hopper.
2. Close the hopper door.
3. Clean out the air system.
4. Unlatch the hopper lid(s) so that the seals are not
in compression during storage. Route a chain or
security cable through the hold-down U-bolt and
the latch handle to prevent unauthorized entry,
and prevent high winds from opening the lid.
Possible Chemical Hazard
Seed disks will have talc and graphite
residue, and may have residue of
hazardous seed treatments. Do not wash
disks where food is prepared or where
cookware and dinnerware is washed. Wear
gloves when washing disks. Avoid spray.
5. Remove seed disks from seed meters to relieve
pressure on the brushes. Clean the disks of
residue buildup.
6. For planters equipped with the optional fertilizer
package:
a. The pump, trainer, and manifold system require
special attention before storage. See “ Fertilizer
System Maintenance
” on page 62.
b. Clean the tanks and application hoses. Be sure
to follow the chemical manufacturer’s
instructions when handling chemicals.
c. Thoroughly clean the pump following instructions
in the pump manual.
d. Remove any dirt and debris that can hold
moisture and cause corrosion.
7. Clean planter of mud, dirt, excess oil, and
grease.
8. Lubricate all points according to “ Lubrication ”
on page 64.
9. Apply grease to exposed cylinder rods to prevent
rust.
10. Inspect the planter for worn or damaged parts.
Make repairs and service during off season.
11. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips, and
worn areas on the planter to protect the metal.
12. Cover the planter with a tarp if stored outside.
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Setting the Planting Rate
1. Set seed rate:
a. For ground drive planter, adjust drive speed
range sprockets, and transmission sprockets.
b. For hydraulic drive or IRC planters, set monitor
and drive control channel.
2. Prepare seed meters including disks, gates, and
meter pressurization (page 43).
3. Check tire pressure (page 91).
4. Check planting rate (page 31).
Population Target Risk:
Tire pressure matters for both ground and
hydraulic drives. Incorrect tire pressure
causes incorrect ground speed readout. On
ground drive, incorrect pressure causes
incorrect or inconsistent seed metering.
Ground Drive Planting Rate
Rate Mismatch Risk:
Tire pressure matters for both ground and
hydraulic drives. Incorrect tire pressure causes
incorrect ground speed readout. On ground
drive, incorrect pressure causes incorrect or
inconsistent seed metering.
Contact wheels turn in the opposite direction
from main ground tires.
Drive Speed Range Sprockets
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Left-hand Contact Drive
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