GREAT PLAINS 1205NT User manual

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© Copyright 1999 Printed
14001
Predelivery Manual
1205NT
End-Wheel, No-Till Drill
150-131Q
11/10/99

Table of Contents
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Important Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Description of Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Intended Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Models Covered. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Assembly and Setup Assistance . . . . . . . . 8
Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pre-Assembly Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tongue Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hydraulic Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Wiring Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Clutch Linkage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Hitching Tractor to Drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hitch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hitch Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hitching to Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Hydraulic Hose Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Bleeding Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Torque Values Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Tire Inflation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
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Look for Safety Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is
apotential hazardto personalsafetyinvolvedand
extra safety precaution must be taken. When you
see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the
message that follows it. In addition to design and
configuration of equipment, hazard control and
accident prevention are dependent upon the
awareness, concern, prudence and proper train-
ing of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
Be Aware of Signal Words
Signal words designate a degree or level of haz-
ard seriousness.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous sit-
uation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is limited to the
most extreme situations, typically for machine
components that, for functional purposes, cannot
be guarded.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ationwhich,if notavoided,couldresultindeath or
serious injury, and includes hazards that are ex-
posed when guards are removed. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices. !CAUTION
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WARNING
!DANGER

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Be Familiar with Safety Decals
▲Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page 4,
thoroughly.
▲Read all instructions noted on the decals.
Keep Riders Off Machinery
Riders obstruct the operator’s view. Riders could
be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲Never allow children to operate equipment.
▲Keep all bystanders away from machine dur-
ing operation.
Shutdown and Storage
▲Lower drill, put tractor in park, turn off engine,
and remove the key.
▲Secure drill using blocks and supports pro-
vided.
▲Detach and store drill in an area where chil-
dren normally do not play.
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Slow-moving tractors and towed implements can
create a hazard when driven on public roads.
They are difficult to see, especially at night.
▲Use flashing warning lights and turn signals
whenever driving on public roads.
▲Use lights and devices provided with imple-
ment.
OFF

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Important Safety Information
Transport Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for implement is 20
mph. Some rough terrains require a slower
speed.Suddenbrakingcancauseatowedloadto
swerve and upset.
▲Do not exceed 20 mph. Never travel at a
speed which does not allow adequate control
of steering and stopping. Reduce speed if
towed load is not equipped with brakes.
▲Comply with state and local laws.
▲Do not tow an implement that, when fully
loaded, weighs more than 1.5 times the weight
of towing vehicle.
▲Carry reflectors or flags to mark drill in case of
breakdown on the road.
▲Keep clear of overhead power lines and other
obstructions when transporting. Refer to trans-
port dimensions under “Specifications and
Capacities,” in your operator’s manual.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the
skin, causing serious injury.
▲Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic lines.
▲Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT
BODY PARTS, to check for suspected leaks.
▲Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or
goggles when working with hydraulic systems.
▲If an accident occurs, see a doctor immedi-
ately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few hours or gan-
grene may result.

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Practice Safe Maintenance
▲Understand procedure before doing work. Use
proper tools and equipment. Refer to this man-
ual for additional information.
▲Work in a clean, dry area.
▲Lower the drill, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before performing
maintenance.
▲Make sure all moving parts have stopped and
all system pressure is relieved.
▲Allow drill to cool completely.
▲Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before
servicing or adjusting electrical systems or
before welding on drill.
▲Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good
condition and installed properly.
▲Remove buildup of grease, oil or debris.
▲Remove all tools and unused parts from drill
before operation.
Prepare for Emergencies
▲Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
▲Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambu-
lance, hospital and fire department near
phone.
Wear Protective Equipment
▲Wear protective clothing and equipment.
▲Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for
the job. Avoid loose-fitting clothing.
▲Because prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss,
wear suitable hearing protection such as ear-
muffs or earplugs.
▲Because operating equipment safely requires
your full attention, avoid wearing radio head-
phones while operating machinery.
911
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Important Safety Information
Handle Chemicals Properly
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Im-
properuse can seriously injurepersons, animals,
plants, soil and property.
▲Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s
instructions.
▲Wear protective clothing.
▲Handle all chemicals with care.
▲Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemi-
cal fire.
▲Store or dispose of unused chemicals as
specified by chemical manufacturer.
Use A Safety Chain
▲Use a safety chain to help control drawn
machinery should it separate from tractor
drawbar.
▲Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or
greater than the gross weight of towed
machinery.
▲Attach chain to tractor drawbar support or
other specified anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in chain to permit turning.
▲Replace chain if any links or end fittings are
broken, stretched or damaged.
▲Do not use safety chain for towing.
Tire Safety
Tire changing can be dangerous and should be
performed by trained personnel using correct
tools and equipment.
▲When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and
extension hose long enough to you to stand
to one side–not in front of or over tire assem-
bly. Use a safety cage if available.
▲When removing and installing wheels, use
wheel-handling equipment adequate for
weight involved.

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Safety at All Times
Thoroughly read and understand the instructions
in this manual before operation. Read all instruc-
tions noted on the safety decals.
▲Be familiar with all drill functions.
▲Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only.
▲Do not leave drill unattended with tractor
engine running.
▲Do not dismount a moving tractor. Dismount-
ing a moving tractor could cause serious injury
or death.
▲Do not stand between the tractor and drill dur-
ing hitching.
▲Keep hands, feet and clothing away from
power-driven parts.
▲Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entangle-
ment with moving parts.
▲Make sure all persons are clear of working
area.
▲Do not turn tractor too tightly, cause drill to ride
up on wheels. This could cause personal
injury or equipment damage.

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Introduction
Great Plains Manufacturing wants you to be satis-
fied with any new machine delivered by the Great
Plains Trucking network. To ease the assembly
task and produce a properly working machine,
read this entire manual before assembling or set-
ting up new equipment.
Description of Unit
14001
The 1205NT Drill is a 12' grain drill of end wheel
design which couples Great Plains spring mount-
ed coulter with a straight arm design of our solid
standopenertoachieveno-tilldrillingcapabilities.
The end wheel design keeps the ground-working
components in line with the end wheels for accu-
rate coulter depth and seed placement over un-
even terrain and allows the unit to follow field
curves without side-loading the openers.
Intended Usage
This machine is intended to be used primarily for
No-Till drilling. It can easily be adapted for con-
ventional drilling applications.
Models Covered
1205NT
Introduction

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Using This Manual
This manual was written to help you assemble
and prepare the new machine for the customer.
The manual includes instructions for assembly
and setup. Read this manual and follow the rec-
ommendations for safe, efficient and proper
assembly and setup.
An operator’s manual is also provided with the
new machine. Read and understand “Important
Safety Information” and “Operating Instructions”
in the operator’s manual before assembling the
machine. As a reference, keep the operator’s
manual on hand while assembling.
The information in this manual is current at print-
ing. Some parts may change to assure top
performance.
Definitions
The following terms are used throughout this
manual.
Right and left as used in this manual are deter-
mined by facing the direction the machine will
travel while in use unless otherwise stated.
IMPORTANT: A crucial point of information
abouttheprecedingtopic.Forsafeandcorrect
operation, read and follow the directions pro-
vided before continuing.
NOTE: Useful information about the preceding
topic.
Assembly and Setup Assistance
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tionsoroperator’s andparts manuals,write to the
following address. Include model numbers in all
correspondence.
Ifyoudonotunderstandanypartofthismanualor
have other assembly or setup questions, assis-
tance is available. Contact
Product Support
Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060