GREAT PLAINS Yield-Pro PL5800, Operator'S Manual

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PL5800 Planter Table of Contents Index Operation
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Operation
This section covers general operating procedures
and adjustments necessary for the best field
performance and results. Experience, machine
familiarity, and the following information will lead to
efficient operation and good working habits. Always
operate farm machinery with safety in mind.
Even if planting conditions rarely change, some
items need periodic adjustment due to normal wear.
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Pre-Start Checklist

Read and understand “ Safety Information ” on
page 3.

Lubricate the planter as indicted. See “ Lubrication ”
on page 64.

Check all tires for proper inflation. See “ Tire Chart ”
on page 91.

Check all bolts, pins, and fasteners.

Check the planter for worn or damaged parts. Repair
or replace parts before going to the field.

Check hydraulic hoses, fittings, and cylinders for
leaks. Repair or replace before going to the field.
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Field Operation
Electrocution Hazard
Keep clear of overhead power lines when
unfolding, folding, operating, or transporting
the planter. The machine is not grounded. At
higher voltages, electrocution can occur
without direct contact. Any line voltage
present on planter or tractor can cause
severe injury or death.
Before Planting Checklist

Check electrical and hydraulic connections.

Make sure planter is leveled (page 13).

Make sure marker extension and marker disk are set
correctly (page 15 and page 51).

Set up the seed meters for correct seed (page 43).

Set planting rate. See the Material Rate manual.

Set fertilizer rate, if required. See the Material Rate
manual.

Check the console and observe any diagnostic
messages.

Check the chain tension (page 60).

Make sure meter inlet gates are open to chart value.
See Material Rate manual.

Make sure hoses are fully connected to meters.

Close and latch all tank/hoppers lids.

Set planting depth handles to the same (page 40).

Set down pressure springs the same except in tracks
(page 39).

Check coulter alignment to the row (page 49).

Set press wheels the same except in tracks
(page 42).

Check fan operation (page 32).
Begin Planting

Unfold and line up the planter the start of the first row.

Prime the meters with seed (page 43). Leave the fan
running.

Unfold the marker on the next-row side.

Pull forward, lower the planter, and begin planting for
a short distance.

Stop and check the planting depth, seed spacing,
press wheel operation, and fertilizer application (if in
use).

Make the necessary adjustments and resume
planting.
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For turns:
Lower the planter, unfold the marker on the next-
row side, and resume planting.
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After turning:
Lower the planter, unfold the marker on the next-
row side, and resume planting.
End Planting

Stop the tractor.

Set the fan hydraulic circuit to float or neutral.

Fold the marker.

Raise the planter and install transport locks (page 17).

Fold the wings (page 19).

Turn on lights for transport.
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Transport Locks
1. Transport hooks behind the wing pivots prevent
the planter frame from fully lowering when folded.
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