GREAT PLAINS Simba SL700 User manual

Operator Manual
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the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow
without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Simba SL700
Great Plains
Manufacturing, Inc.
www.greatplainsmfg.com
Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
© Copyright 2013 Printed 2016-07-15
603-216M-ENG Rev A EN

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DeclarationofConformity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
GreatPlainsUKLtd.herebydeclarethattheGreat Plains Simba SL,asdenedbytheSerialNumber
attachedtotheMachineChassis,conformswiththefollowingDirectivesandRegulations,andhasbeen
certiedaccordingly.

EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.
Specicallyrelatedharmonisedstandardsare:
EN ISO 12100-1: 2003 (Safety of Machinery).
EN ISO 12100-2: 2003 (Safety of Machinery).
EN ISO 4254-1: 2009 (Agricultural machinery - Safety - General Requirements).
THEMANUFACTURER:
GreatPlainsUKLtd.
WoodbridgeRoad
SLEAFORD
Lincolnshire
NG347EW
England
Telephone(+44)(0)1529304654.
CERTIFIEDONBEHALFOFGREATPLAINSUKLTD.:
JamesMcNair
ManagingDirector

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WARRANTY
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
InthiswarrantyGreatPlainsUKLtd.,isreferredtoas“theCompany”.
1. SubjecttotheprovisionsofthiswarrantytheCompanywarrantseachnewmachinesoldbyitto
besoldfreefromanydefectinmaterialorworkmanshipforaperiodof12monthsfromdateof
installationwiththeend-user.
Somespecicitemshaveadditionalwarrantyoverandabovethestandard12months.Detailsof
thesecanbeobtaineduponrequestdirectlyfromthedistributororGreatPlainsUKLtd.
2. IfthemachineorpartthereofsuppliedbytheCompanyisnotinaccordancewiththewarranty
giveninclause1theCompanywillatitsoption:
(a) makegoodthemachineorpartthereofattheCompany’sexpense,or
(b) makeanallowancetothepurchaseragainstthepurchasepriceofthemachineorpart
thereof,or
(c) acceptthereturnofthemachineandatthebuyersoptioneither:
 I) repayorallowthebuyertheinvoicepriceofthemachineorpartthereof,or
 II) replacethemachineorpartthereofasisreasonablypractical.
3. ThiswarrantyshallnotobligetheCompanytomakeanypaymentinrespectoflossofprotor
otherconsequentiallossorcontingentliabilityofthePurchaserallegedtoarisefromanydefect
inthemachineorimposeanyliabilityontheCompanyotherthanthatcontainedinclause2.
4. AnyclaimunderthiswarrantymustbenotiedtotheCompanyinwritingspecifyingthematters
complainedofwithin14daysfromthedateofrepair.
5. Anyclaimunderthiswarrantymustbemadebytheoriginalpurchaserofthemachineandisnot
assignabletoanythirdparty.
6. Ifthepurchaserhiresoutthemachinetoanythirdpartythewarrantyshallapplyonlytomatters
notiedtotheCompanyinwritingwithin90daysofthedateofdeliveryandclause1shallberead
asiftheperiodof90daysweresubstitutedfortheperiodof12months.
7. Thewarrantywillceasetoapplyif:
(a) anypartsnotmade,suppliedorapprovedinwritingbytheCompanyarettedtothemachineor
(b) anyrepairiscarriedouttothemachineotherthanbyorwiththeexpresswrittenapprovalofthe
Companyor
(c) anyalterationsnotexpresslyauthorizedbytheCompanyinwritingaremadetothemachineor
(d) themachineisdamagedbyaccidentor
(e) themachineisabusedoroverloadedorusedforapurposeorloadbeyonditsdesigncapabilities,
orusedinconjunctionwithatractorwhosepoweroutputcapabilityexceedsthestatedimplement
powerrequirementbymorethan40%.Forthepurposeofthesetermsandconditions,“stated
implementpowerrequirement”referstowheeledtractorsunlessspecicallystated.Thesepower
requirementsshouldbereducedby20%whenusedinconjunctionwithtrackedtractors.
(f) themachineisoperatedaspartofa‘cultivationtrain’wheremorethanoneimplementisbeing
towed,withouttheexpresswrittenapprovalofGreatPlainsUKLtd.
(g) anymaintenanceisnotcarriedoutinaccordancewiththeserviceschedulesintheoperator’s
manual.
(h) the Installation and Warranty Registration Certicate is not received by Great Plains UK Ltd.,
ServiceDept.,WoodbridgeRoad,Sleaford,Lincolnshire,England,NG347EW,within7daysof
installinganewmachine.
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Machine Identication
Entertherelevantdatainthefollowinglistuponacceptanceofthemachine:
Dealer Address: Name: ________________________________________
 Street: ________________________________________
 Place: ________________________________________
 Tel.: ________________________________________
 Dealer’sCustomerNo.: ______________________________
Great Plains Address:
 GreatPlainsUKLtd.
 WoodbridgeRoadInd.Est.
 Sleaford
 Lincolnshire
 NG347EW
  
 Tel.: +44(0)1529304654
 Fax: +44(0)1529413468
 E-Mail: [email protected]
 GreatPlainsCustomerNo.:____________________________ 
Serial Number
Type of Machine
Machine Width
Year of Construction
Delivery Date
First Operation
Accessories
MachineIdentication

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Contents
MachineIdentication.............................................................................................................5
Introduction ..............................................................................................8
Foreword..........................................................................................................................8
WarrantyGuidelines.........................................................................................................8
1. Safety Data ........................................................................................9
1.1 SafetySymbols.......................................................................................................9
1.2 UsefortheIntendedPurpose.............................................................................. 11
1.3 OperationalSafety................................................................................................ 11
1.4 NoLiabilityforConsequentialDamage................................................................. 11
1.5 RoadTrafcSafety................................................................................................12
1.6 AccidentPrevention..............................................................................................12
1.6.1Hitching-upthemachine.......................................................................................12
1.6.2OntheHydraulicSystem......................................................................................12
1.6.3ChangingEquipment.............................................................................................13
1.6.4DuringOperation...................................................................................................13
1.7 Servicing&Maintenance......................................................................................13
1.8 OperatingAreas....................................................................................................14
1.9 AuthorisedOperators............................................................................................14
1.10ProtectiveEquipment............................................................................................14
2. Transportation and Installation ......................................................15
2.1 Delivery.................................................................................................................15
2.2 Transportation.......................................................................................................15
2.3 Installation.............................................................................................................15
2.4 HitchingUp............................................................................................................16
2.4.1HitchingupaTractortotheSL700/PreparingforTransport................................16
2.5 FoldingandUnfolding...........................................................................................17
2.5.1UnfoldingintotheWorkPosition...........................................................................17
2.5.2FoldingintotheTransportPosition........................................................................17
2.6 TrailingImplements...............................................................................................18
2.6.1HitchingaPressRolltotheSL700.......................................................................18
2.7 Whendrivingontheroad......................................................................................18
2.8 Parkingthemachine.............................................................................................18
3. Technical Data SL700 .....................................................................19
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4. Adjustment/Operation .....................................................................20
4.1 Description............................................................................................................20
4.2 DepthWheels........................................................................................................21
4.3 DiscUnits..............................................................................................................22
4.4 SpringResetTines................................................................................................22
4.5 DoubleDiscRoller................................................................................................23
4.6 TurboJet................................................................................................................23
4.7 WorkSettings........................................................................................................24
4.8 StartingSettings....................................................................................................24
4.9 DepthControl........................................................................................................26
4.10UsingShims..........................................................................................................26
4.11 WorkInstructions..................................................................................................27
4.12Parkingthemachine.............................................................................................27
4.13Checks..................................................................................................................27
5. Servicing and Maintenance ............................................................28
5.1 Servicing...............................................................................................................28
5.2 Cleaning................................................................................................................28
5.3 DiscHubMaintenance.........................................................................................28
5.3.1TighteningDiscHubs............................................................................................28
5.3.2BearingSeals........................................................................................................29
5.4 SpringResetTines................................................................................................29
5.5 DDLightRoll.........................................................................................................30
5.6 Brakes&WheelHubs...........................................................................................30
5.7 Hydraulics.............................................................................................................30
5.8 PreparationforStorage.........................................................................................30
5.9 OperatorSupport..................................................................................................31
5.10MaintenanceIntervals...........................................................................................31
5.10.1EndofSeasonService/Storage..........................................................................31
5.11 MaintenanceOverview..........................................................................................32
5.12LubricatingtheMachine........................................................................................34
5.13HandlingofLubricants..........................................................................................34
5.14Lubricants&HydraulicOil.....................................................................................35
6. Faults and Remedies .......................................................................36
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Introduction
Foreword
Make sure you have read and follow the
OperatingInstructionscarefullybeforeusing
the machine. By doing so, you will avoid
accidents,reducerepaircostsanddowntime
andincreasethereliabilityandservicelife
ofyourmachine.Payattentiontothesafety
instructions!
GreatPlainswillnotacceptanyresponsibility
for any damage or malfunctions resulting
from failure to comply with the Operating
Instructions.
These Operating Instructions will assist
youingettingtoknowyourmachineandin
usingitcorrectlyforitsintendedpurposes.
First,youaregivengeneralinstructionsin
handlingthe machine.This is followedby
sections on servicing, maintenance and
theactiontobetakenshouldamalfunction
occur.
Theseoperatinginstructionsaretoberead
andfollowedbyallpersonsworkingonor
withthemachine,e.g.:
• Operation (including preparation,
remedying of faults in the operating
sequenceandservicing).
• Maintenance (maintenance and
inspection)
• Transportation.
Together with the Operating Instructions,
you receive a Spare Parts List and a
Machine Registration form. Field service
technicianswillinstructyouintheoperation
and servicing of your machine. Following
this, the Machine Registration form is to
be returned to your dealer. This conrms
your formal acceptance of the machine.
Thewarrantyperiodbeginsonthedateof
delivery.
We reserve the right to alter
illustrations as well as technical
dataandweightscontainedinthese
OperatingInstructionsforthepurpose
ofimprovingthemachine.
Warranty Guidelines
Theperiodofliabilityformaterialdefects
(warranty) relating to  our products is 12
months. Inthecaseofwrittendeviationsfrom
thestatutoryprovisions,theseagreements
shallapply.
Theyshallbecomeeffectiveuponinstallation
ofthemachinewiththe endcustomer.All
wearpartsareexcludedfromthewarranty.
All warranty claims must be submitted to
GreatPlainsviayourdealer.
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1. Safety Data
The following warnings and safety
instructions apply to all sections of these
OperatingInstructions.
1.1 Safety Symbols
On the machine
Nopassengersareallowed
onthemachine!
Keep clear of the working
rangeoffoldablemachine
components!
Never reach into areas
wherethereisadangerof
being crushed by moving
parts!
Watch out for escaping
pressurised uids! Follow
the instructions in the
OperatingInstructions!
Read and observe the
Operating Instructions
beforeusingthemachine!
Never reach into any
revolvingparts!
Parts may fly off during
operation. Keep a safe
distance away from the
machine!
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Refer to Operating
Instructions before
attemptingmaintenance.
Operating Instructions:
The Operating Instructions distinguish
betweenthreedifferenttypesofwarningand
safety instructions.The following graphic
symbolsareused:
Important!
Riskofinjury!
Riskoffatalandseriousinjuries!
Itisimportantthatallthesafetyinstructions
contained in these Operating Instructions
andall thewarning signs onthe machine
arereadcarefully.
Ensurethatthewarningsignsarelegible.
Replace any signs that are missing or
damaged.
Theseinstructionsmustbefollowedinorder
topreventaccidents.Informotherusersof
thewarningsandsafetyinstructions.
Donotcarryoutanyoperationswhichmay
affectsafeuseofthemachine.
Allreferencestoleftandrightinthismanual
aremadefromtherearofthemachine,facing
the direction of travel (unless otherwise
stated).
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1.3 Operational Safety
Themachineistobeputinoperationonly
after instruction has been provided by an
employee of the authorised dealer or an
employee of Great Plains. The “Machine
Registration”formistobecompleted and
returnedtoyourdealer.
All protective and safety equipment, such
as removable protective equipment, must
beinplaceandfunctioningreliablybefore
themachineisputinuse.

Checkscrewsandboltsregularly
for tightness and retighten if
necessary.
In the event of malfunctions,
stop and secure the machine
immediately.
Ensurethatanyfaultsareremedied
immediately.
1.4 No Liability for
Consequential Damage
TheSLhasbeenmanufacturedwithgreat
care. However, problems may still occur
when it is used for the intended purpose.
Thesemayinclude:
•Wornwearingparts.
•Damagecausedbyexternalfactors.
•Incorrectdrivingspeeds.
• Incorrect setting of the unit (incorrect
attachment, non-adherence to the Setting
instructions).
Therefore, it is crucial to always
check your machine before and
during operation for correct
operationandadequateapplication
accuracy.
Compensationclaimsfordamagewhichhas
not occurred to the machine is excluded.
This includes any consequential damage
resultingfromincorrectoperation.
1.2 Use for the Intended
Purpose
The Great Plains SL is  built using the
latest technology and in accordance with
therelevantrecognisedsafetyregulations.
However,risksofinjuryfortheoperatoror
thirdpartiesandimpairmentofthemachine
orothertangibleassetscanariseduringuse.
Themachineisonlytobeoperatedwhen
inatechnicallyperfectconditionandforthe
intendedpurpose,takingintoconsideration
safetyandrisksandfollowingtheOperating
Instructions. In particular, faults that can
impairsafetyaretoberemediedimmediately.
OriginalpartsandaccessoriesfromGreat
Plains have been specially designed for
thismachine.Sparepartsandaccessories
not supplied by us have not been tested
or authorised. Installation or use of non-
original Great Plains products may have
a detrimental effect on specific design
featuresofthemachineandaffectthesafety
of machine operators and the machine
itself. Great Plains will accept no liability
fordamageresultingfromtheuseofnon-
originalpartsoraccessories.
TheSLisdesignedsolelyasacultivation
implement.Useforanyotherpurpose,e.g.,
asameansoftransport,willbedeemedto
beimproperuse.GreatPlainswillacceptno
liabilityfordamageresultingfromimproper
use. The risk will be borne solely by the
operator.
Useof the SL behind high power tractors
(in excess of 40% above the maximum
recommended) can lead to high loads
and stresses which can cause long term
structural damage to the chassis and
key components. Such overloading can
compromisesafetyandistobeavoided.
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Beware of trapping hazards
when manipulating the parking
stand, OSR platform and other
hingedparts.Ensureany heavy
components are fully supported
whenremovingpins/bolts.
1.6 Accident Prevention
InadditiontotheOperatingInstructions,itis
importanttoobservetheaccidentprevention
regulations specied by agricultural trade
associations.ItistheOperator’sresponsibility
toensurethatallotherpersonsareexcluded
fromthedangerzonessurroundingoronthe
machineduringitsoperation.
ItistheOwner’sresponsibilitytoensure:
•theOperatoristrainedandcompetentto
usethemachine & tractor,
•thetractorissuitableforthemachine
•adequateRiskandCOSHHassessments
have been undertaken regarding the
machine’s use. Specically, these include
issues concerning contact with the soil,
dust, crop residues, chemicals, lubricants
andother compoundsduringoperation or
maintenance,andthepossibilityofstones
beingejectedathighspeedduringwork.
1.6.1 Hitching-up the
machine
There is a risk of injury when hitching/
unhitching the machine. Observe the
following:
•Securethemachineagainstrolling.
• Take special care when reversing the
tractor!
•Thereisariskofbeingcrushedbetween
themachineandthetractor!
•Parkthemachineonrm,levelground.
1.6.2 On the Hydraulic
System
Do not connect the hydraulic lines to the
tractoruntilbothhydraulicsystems(machine
andtractor)aredepressurised.
Anyhydraulicsystemcontaining
an accumulator can remain
under pressure permanently
(even after following manual
depressurisationprocedureswith
atractor/implementcombination).
Itisthereforeimportanttocheck
all lines, pipes, and screw
connections regularly for leaks
and any recognisable external
damage.
The hydraulic circuit contains
specialisedttingswhichshould
notbetamperedwithunderany
circumstances.  Do not attempt
tomodifyhose routingsorhose
clampingarrangements,doingso
mycauseseriousdamagetothe
machineand/orinjury.
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1.5 Road Trafc Safety
When driving on public roads, tracks and
areas,itisimportanttoobservetherelevant
road traffic laws as well as the specific
regulationsrelatingtothismachine.
Payattentiontothepermittedaxle
loads,tyrecarryingcapacity,and
total weight in order to maintain
adequatebrakingandsteerability.
Passengers on the machine are
strictlyforbidden!
Check that lights / indicators (if
applicable) are working before
transportingthemachine.
Max.roadtransportspeed16mph
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Only use appropriate aids when checking
forleaks.Repairanydamageimmediately.
Spurtingoilcancauseinjuriesandres!
Incaseofinjury,contactadoctorimmediately.
The socket and plugs for the hydraulic
connections between the tractor and the
machine should be colour-coded in order
toavoidincorrectuse.
1.6.3 Changing Equipment
• Secure the machine to prevent it from
accidentallyrollingaway!
• Use suitable supports to secure any
raisedframesectionssuspendedabove
you!
• Caution!Riskofinjuryduetoprojecting
parts!
Never climb on to rotating parts
suchastherollunit.Theseparts
mayrotatecausingyoutoslipand
sufferseriousinjury!
Removing components during
maintenance may affect the
stabilityof themachine. Ensure
it is fully supported in case of
unexpectedweightshifts.
1.6.4 During Operation
Ensurethattheworkingrangeandthearea
around the machine are clear (children!)
beforeoperatingthemachine.
Alwaysensureadequatevisibility!
Fig. 1.01: HydraulicTaps
Donotstandonthemachinewhileitisin
operation!
Operatorsmusthaveavaliddrivinglicence
in order to drive on public roads. In the
operatingarea,theoperatorisresponsible
forthirdparties.
Thepersoninchargemust:
•provide the operatorwith acopy ofthe
OperatingInstructions,and
• ensure that the operator has read and
understoodtheinstructions.
•makesurethattheoperatorisawareofthe
specicregulationsrelatingtothemachine
whendrivingonpublicroads.
1.7 Servicing &
Maintenance
Ensurethatregularchecksandinspections
are always carried out within the periods
required by law or specified in these
OperatingInstructions.
Whencarryingoutserviceandmaintenance
workalways:
• switchoffthetractorengineandremove
theignitionkey.
• wait until all the machine parts have
stoppedmoving.
• depressurisethehydraulicsystem.
Many hydraulic circuits contain lock or
overcentrevalveswhichcanretainpressure
in the lines even after depressurising the
tractor side of these circuits. If in doubt,
consult trained personnel (such as your
local dealer) to ensure such valves are
depressurised to the correct procedure
before removing or servicing any parts
connecteddownstreamofthesevalves.
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1.8 Operating Areas
The operating areas include the drawbar,
hydraulicconnectionsanddepthadjustment
equipmentaswellasalloperatingpoints
requiringmaintenance.
All operating areas will be specied and
describedindetailinthefollowingchapters
onservicingandmaintenance.
Observe all safety regulations included in
thesectiondealingwithSafety,andinthe
subsequentsections.
1.9 Authorised Operators
Only those persons who have been
authorised and instructed by the operator
may operate the machine. The operator
mustbeatleast16yearsofage.
1.10 Protective
Equipment
Foroperationandmaintenance,yourequire:
•Tightttingclothing.
• Strong protective gloves (to provide
protection against sharp-edged machine
components).
•Protectivegoggles(tostopdirtgettinginto
youreyes).
Check all hydraulic lines for leaks, loose
connections, chafe marks and damage.
Remedyanydecienciesimmediately!Pay
particularattentiontohoserenewalintervals
as outlined in the specic sections which
follow.ALL hydraulic hoses have a safe
maximumworkinglifeof6(SIX)yearsfrom
dateofinstallation,providedtheyremainina
safecondition.Hoseswhichexceed6years
ofageshouldbereplaced,orinspectedand
certied by a suitably qualied person to
haveanextendedlifeperiodwhichshould
berecorded.
Payparticularattentiontothoseitemswhich
require specialist service tools or training
tobecarriedoutbyqualiedpersonnel.Do
notattempttoservicetheseitemsyourself!
Theseincludeitemsretainingpressure(e.g.
accumulatorcircuits),orforce(e.g.spring
tines),andDDRollsofanytype.
Prior to performing maintenance and ser-
vicingwork,ensurethatthemachineisposi-
tionedonsolid,levelgroundandissecured
toprevent itrolling away. Donot useany
partstoclimbontothemachineunlessthey
arespecicallydesignedforthispurpose.
Before cleaning the machine with water,
steam jets (high-pressure cleaning appa-
ratus) or other cleaning agents, cover all
openingsintowhich,forreasonsofsafety
or operation, no water, steam or cleaning
agents are to penetrate (bearings, for in-
stance).
Lubricateallthelubricatingpointstoforce
outanytrappedwater.
When carrying out servicing and main-
tenance work, retighten any loose screw
connections.
Whenservicingthemachinetakeprecauti-
onsagainstsoil,dust,seedcoatings,oilor
any other hazardous substances that you
mightencounter.
1.SafetyData
On a new machine tighten all nuts and
boltsafter5hoursworkandagainafter15
hours.Thisalsoappliestopartsthathave
beenmovedorreplaced.Aftertheinitial15
hoursofworkaonceaweekcheckshould
besufcientdependingondailyworkrates.

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2.3 Installation
When carrying out installation and
maintenance work there is a higher risk
ofinjury.Itisimportantthatyoufamiliarise
yourself with the machine and read the
OperatingInstructionsbeforehand.
Operatorinstructionandinitialinstallationof
themachinearecarriedoutbyourservice
techniciansorauthoriseddistributors.
Themachinemustnotbeusedinanyway
beforehand! The machine can only be
releasedforoperationafterinstructionshave
beenprovidedbyourservicetechniciansor
authoriseddistributors.
•Ifanymodulesorpartshavebeenremoved
fortransportation,theseshallbemountedby
ourservicetechnicians/authoriseddealers
beforetheinstructiontakesplace.
•Checkallimportantscrewconnections!
•Lubricateallnipplesandjoints!
•Checkallhydraulicconnectionsandlines
fordamage.
2. Transportation and
Installation
Transportationandinitialinstallationofthe
machinearedescribedinthischapter.
2.1 Delivery
The machine is normally delivered fully
assembled.  In some cases, however,
certainelementsofthemachinemayhave
beenmounteddifferentlyfortransportation
purposes (the lights may be mounted
verticallyratherthanintheirusualhorizontal
position for example).  In these instances
pleasecontactyourGreatPlainsdealer.
•Themachineshouldbehitchedtoatractor
anddrivenoffalow-loader.
2.2 Transportation
TheSLcanbetransportedonpublicroads
by hitching it up to a tractor or on a low-
loader.
• It is important to observe the permitted
dimensionsandweightswhentransporting
themachine.
•Ifthemachineistransportedonatraileror
alow-loader,itmustbesecuredusingstraps
orotherdevices.
•Beforetransportingthemachineonpublic
roads,itmustbeadjustedtoitstransporta-
tionpositionandthestipulationsrelatingto
roadtransportationfullled.
•Themaximumpermissibletransportspeed
is25km/h(16mph)
OnmachinesttedwithaTurbo-
Jetseederunitthehoppershould
beemptiedbeforeroadtransport.
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4. Raise the drawbar and move the
parkingstandtoitstransportposition.
5. Carefully operate the hydraulics to
lowerthedrawbarandtilttheSL700
ontotheroadtransportwheels.Extend
the drawbar cylinder and lift axle
cylinderenoughtoaddintherequisite
amount of shims for road transport.
Ordinarilya51mmsilvershimineach
liftcylindershouldbeusedtogivea
transportheightof3930mm,however
themachinecanbetransportedwithout
shimsintheliftcylindersprovidedthat
roadconditionsaresuitable(thisgives
atransportheightof3850mm).
6. Ensurethatthewinglockisengaged
correctly before transporting the
machine.
7. If the machine is already folded it
is proceed to the next step.  If the
machine is unfolded please refer to
2.5.2.
8. Remove the wheel chocks and stow
asshownonpage50.
2.4 Hitching Up
2.4.1 Hitching up a Tractor
to the SL700 / Preparing for
Transport
When hitching-up the machine,
ensurethatno-oneisbetweenthe
tractorandthemachine.
When the SL700 is parked for
extendedperiodsoftimeitshould
ideally be left in the unfolded,
i.e. work position for stability,
safety and ease of access for
maintenance.  However, parking
the SL700 in the folded position
(ensuring the transport lock is
engaged) is acceptable in the
normalcourseofoperation.
Tractor Oil Flow Adjustment:
As a general rule the tractor oil
flow rate should be set in the
lowest setting before starting.
This can then be increased to
allowthedesiredrateofoperation
as applicable.  This will minimise
excessiveoilowandconsequent
powerusageandheatgeneration.
1. Ensure the tractor hydraulics are
depressurised and in the locked or
closed(notoat)setting.
2. Couple the hydraulic hoses to the
tractor ensuring that the two wing
hoses(yellow)aretogether,thetwo
drawbar cylinder hoses (red) are
together,thetineframehoses(green)
and the rear roll  hoses (blue) are
together.
3. Connect the tractor to the drawbar
usingthehydraulicstoraiseorlower
theheightoftheshackle.Donotuse
thetractorpick-uphitchtoattachthe
machinetothetractor.
Fig. 2.02: Transport Lock
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Fig. 2.01: Parking Stand
Handle
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1
3
2
1.Removepin
2.Rotatestandup
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2.5 Folding and Unfolding
2.5.1 Unfolding into the Work
Position
1 Raise the machine until the pointer
is aligned with the mark on the lift
cylinder.
2 Fullyextendthetinebeamtorelease
thetransportlock.
3 Unfold the machine until the pointer
reaches the red line on the wing
cylinderandstop.(Usingthepointers
/markersensuresthatthemachineis
foldingunder4m).
Ensurethe wingsunfold together
(ie. symmetrically).  If they don‘t,
foldthemandstartagain.
4 Fullyretractthetinebeam.
5 Raise the machine enough for the
wings to clear the ground when
unfolding.
6 Resumeunfoldingthewingsuntilfully
unfolded.
7 Movethecoveringdiscintothework
position.
2.5.2 Folding into the
Transport Position
 
Payattentiontoyoursurroundings.
Beware of any overhead power
linesetc.whenfolding.
1 Drawuptherearrollandisolatethe
circuitusingthetaps.
2 Retract the tine beam. Move the
coveringdisctothetransportposition.
3 Raise the machine enough for the
wingstoclearthegroundwhenfolding.
4 Foldthemachineuntilthemarkeron
thewingcylinderreachestheredline.
Ensurethewingsfoldtogether(ie.
symmetrically).Iftheydon‘t,unfold
themandstartagain.
5 Lowerthemachineuntilthemarkeron
theliftcylinderreachestheredline.
6 Finish folding the machine until the
winglockengages.
7 Lowerthemachine theremainderof
thewayontothetransportshims.
8 The machine is now ready for road
transport.
Roadtransportspeedshouldnot
exceed16mph(25kmh).
Fig. 2.02: Lift Cylinder Pointer and Marker
Fig. 2.03: Wing Cylinder Pointer and Marker
Fig. 2.04: Folding the SL700
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2.8 Parking the machine
In order to avoid damage as a result of
moisture,themachineshouldbeparked,if
possible,indoorsorundercover.
Whenmanoeuvringthemachine,
pay attention to your surroun-
dings. Ensure that nobody is in
themanoeuvringarea.
•Fitwheelchocks.
•Lowertheparkingstand.
•Raisethemachineandremoveshimsfrom
theliftaxleanddrawbarcylinders.
•Lowerthemachinetotheground,ensuring
thatitisstable.
When parking with the machine
unfolded,ensurethat no loadis
carriedbytheSpringresettines.
Thiscanleadtobreakageofthe
points.
•Removethedrawbarpinanddriveforward
slowlyuntilhitchisclearoftractordrawbar.
•Lowerthedrawbartotheground.
•Switchoffthetractoranddisconnecthy-
drauliclines.
2.6 Trailing Implements
2.6.1 Hitching a Press Roll to
the SL700
Maximum rear drawbar vertical
loading-650kg
Adding a trailing implement to
theSLwillaffectthestabilityand
handling of the machine both in
transportandwork.
1. RaiseMachinetoremoveshimsfrom
theliftaxletoallowreardrawbartobe
raised/lowered.
2. Reverse the SL700 up to the press
roll, ensuring that the drawbars are
correctly aligned allowing a slight
clearancetoenablethemachinesto
becoupledtogether.
3. LowertheSL700totheground.
4. Attach the hydraulic hoses between
theSL700andthepressroll.
5. Open the taps on the press roll
drawbar.
6. Raise the press roll drawbar to
approximately 300mm above the
SL700drawbarclevis.
7. Closethepressrolldrawbartaps.
8. Raise/lower the SL700 to the same
heightasthepressrolldrawbar,then
reversetheSL700tocouplethetwo
machinestogether.
9. Open the taps on the press roll
drawbar.
10. Fullyraisebothmachinesintotheroad
transportposition.
11. Close the taps on the press roll
drawbar.
2.7 When driving on the
road
Whendrivingontheroadthemachinemust
beconvertedtothetransportationposition.
Whendrivingontheroad,ensure
adequateclearancetopreventthe
workingelementsdraggingonthe
ground.
Ensure that no fouling occurs
between the SL and the towed
machine.
Any tines on the towed machine
shouldbeadjustedsothattheydo
notengagethesoil(orshouldbe
removedaltogether).Ininstances
whereaUniPressistowedbehind
the SL the UniPress tine frame
shouldberemovedcompletely.
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3. Technical Data SL700
3.TechnicalData
SL700
WorkingWidth 6700mm
TransportWidth 2950mm
TransportHeight 3950mm
Length 9600mm
Weight 12160kg
TractorPowerRequired* 350Hp
CentreofGravity** 6200mm
Totalweight: 12160kg
DrawbarloadVmax (1) 1240kg
Axleload (2) 10920kg
DrawbarHitch: SimbaP09067
Standard: PPI-421V3
Data: D 467kN
V 3665kg
Axle: AA0UI10TG
Maxloadpermissible: 13000kg@25km/h
TUV: G 14000kg
Tractor:MinimumWeight: 10000kg
MaximumPower: 350kW/475Hp
*Itisimportanttocorrectlymatchyourimplementtoyourtractorforoptimumperformance.
**Dimensionfromhitchinroadtransport.

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4. Adjustment/Operation
1. Drawbar
2. FrontDepthWheels
3. FrontDiscs
4. SpringResetTines
5. RearDiscs
6. DD700Roll
7. Lights
8. TransportWheels
 
4.1 Description
Fig. 4.01: Great Plains SL700
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2
3
4
5
6
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