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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
5110NG Transporting the Grain
Drill (Three-Point Hitch)
Before transporting the grain drill, check the following:
1.
Check and follow all federal, state and local
requirements before transporting the grain drill.
2.
Verify that the tractor is adequate size and weight for
carrying/transporting the drill. Additional ballast may
need to be added to the front of the tractor. There
must always be ample weight on the steering wheels.
3.
Verify that all three-point links are securely pinned to
the tractor and retainers in place.
4.
Remove drill parking stands and place in storage
locations
5.
Plug in the safety lights to the tractor seven-pin
connector
. Make sure lights,
reflectors, and SMV emblem are clearly visible and
functioning properly. Remove any obstructions such
as dirt, mud, stalks or residue that restricts view
before transporting.
6.
Connect the hydraulic hoses (optional markers).
Route and secure the hydraulic hoses to avoid
interference with the drawbar or three-point hitch. Do
not allow the hydraulic hoses to drag on the ground.
7.
Whenever possible do not transport the drill loaded
with seed. Additional weight increases braking
distances, reduces steering, raises the center of
gravity, and reduces stability.
8.
Do not transport the drill with seed in the native grass
box. The seed can settle packing in around drive
components and causing uneven distribution while
transporting.
9.
Transport during daylight hours whenever possible.
Always use flashing warning lights except where
such use is prohibited by law.
10.
Fully raise the drill for transport.
DANGER
11.
Know the height and width of the implement being
towed. Markers, tanks, attachments, etc. can
increase the height and width of the implement.
CAUTION
12.
Unless noted on the grain drill, maximum specified
ground speed for the grain drill is 20 mph and is
designated on the speed identification symbol (SIS)
located on the front of the grain drill.
a.
Maximum travel speed for the drill is the lesser of
i.
The limit of the road conditions
ii.
The maximum specified ground speed
1.
For towing operations as indicated in the
operator’s manual or SIS.
2.
Of the towed vehicle as indicated in its
operator’ manual, SIS, or information
sign.
b.
The maximum ground speed of the towed
equipment combination shall be limited to the
lowest specified ground speed of any of the
towed machines. This is the ground speed
limitation.
13.
Slow down when driving on rough roads. Reduce
speed when turning, or on curves and slopes to
avoid tipping.
14.
Equipment altered other than the place of
manufacture may reduce the maximum transport
speed. Additional weight, added tanks, markers,
harrow attachments, tow hitches, etc. may reduce the
implements carrying capabilities.
Stay away from power lines when transporting,
extending, or folding implement. Electrocution
can occur without direct contact
Excessive speed may result in loss of control of
the tractor and implement, reduced braking, or
failure of the implement tires or structure. Do
not exceed the implement maximum specified
ground speed regardless of the capability of
the maximum tractor speed.
