GREAT PLAINS PL5700, Руководство оператора

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PL5700 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.
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Pre-Start Checklist
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Read and understand “ Safety Information ”
beginning on page 2.

Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread apart.

Check that all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated. See “ Lubrication ” on page 69.

Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly placed and legible. If damaged, replace with
new, legible decal or reflector. See “ Safety Decals ”
beginning on page 5.

Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “ Tire Information ” on
page 114.

Check the planter for worn or damaged parts. Repair
or replace parts before going to the field.

If returning the planter to use from storage, remove
any grease used to protect the cylinder rods.
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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.
Flailing Hazard
Marker hydraulics are active whenever the fold
hydraulics are not in use. It is important to set
the tractor fold/marker hydraulic circuit lever to
“Float” or “Neutral” to prevent unintended
marker operations. Unexpected marker operation
and flailing equipment can serious injures
including death.
Before Planting Checklist

Check electrical and hydraulic connections.

Verify planter is leveled (page 13).

Verify marker extension and marker disk angle are set
correctly (page 14).

Set up the seed meters for correct seed (page 39).

Set planting rate. See the Material Rate manual.

Set fertilizer rate, if required. See the Material Rate
manual.

Review the console for any diagnostic messages.

Check chain tension (page 66).

Verify meter inlet gates are open to chart value. See
Material Rate manual.

Verify hoses are fully connected to meters.
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Close and latch all hopper lids.

Set planting depth handles at the same setting
(page 48).

Set down pressure springs at the same setting except
in tracks (page 46).
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Check coulter alignment to the row (page 52).

Set press wheels in the same position except in tracks
(page 50).
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Check fan operation (page 33).
Begin Planting

Unfold and line up the planter at the start of the
first row.

Prime the meters with seed (page 41). 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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Turns:
Fold the marker, raise the planter, and make the
turn.
Lower the planter, unfold the marker on the
next-row side, and resume planting.
End Planting

Stop the tractor.

Set the fan hydraulic circuit(s) to “Float” or
“Neutral”.

Fold the marker.
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Raise the planter and install transport cylinder
locks (page 18).
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