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PL5500 Planter Table of Contents Index Operation
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.

Pre-Start Checklist

Read and understand “ Safety Information ”
beginning on page 2.

Lubricate as indicated in “ Maintenance Schedule ”
on page 53.

Check all tires for proper inflation. See “ Tire
Information ” on page 87.

Check all bolts, pins, and fasteners. See “ Torque
Value Chart ” on page 87.

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.

Field Operation
Electrocution Hazard
Keep clear of overhead power lines when
unfolding, folding, operating, or transporting the
planter. 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.

Check all tire pressures (page 87).

Make sure planter is leveled (page 12).

Make sure marker extension and marker disk
angle are set correctly (page 48).

Set up the seed meters for correct seed
(page 31).

Set planting rate. See the Material Rate manual.

Set fertilizer rate, if required. See the Material
Rate manual.

Check console and observe any diagnostic
messages.

Check chain tension.

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 hopper lids.

Set planting depth handles the same (page 39).

Set down pressure springs the same except in
tracks (page 38).

Check coulter alignment to the row (page 43).

Set press wheels the same except in tracks
(page 41).

Check fan operation (page 28).

Set the lift valve selector lever FORWARD to
activate all four lift cylinders; two on the main
transport wheels and two on the wing gauge
wheels.
(page 17).
Begin Planting
 Unfold and line up the planter at the start of the
first row.
 Prime the meters with seed (page 35). 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.
 For turns:
Fold the marker, raise the planter, and make the
turn.

After turning:
Lower the planter, unfold the marker on the
next-row side, and resume planting.
 Every 8 to 10 passes:
Rephase the lift cylinders (page 19).
End Planting

Stop the tractor.
 Set the fan hydraulic circuit to float or neutral.

Fold the marker.
 Raise the planter and install cylinder locks
(page 17).
 Fold the wings (page 20).

Turn on lights for transport.
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