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Table of Contents Index Operator Manual 5109, 5111, 5113 & 5115, 5313, 5315, 5317, 5319, 5321 & 5323 Turbo-Chisel (S/N A1420X+) Manufacturing, Inc. www.greatplainsmfg.com Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception.
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Machine Identification Record your machine details in the log below. If you replace this manual, be sure to transfer this information to the new manual. If you or the dealer have added options not originally ordered with the machine, or removed options that were originally ordered, the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine.
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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit.
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TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index 07/11/2018 Table of Contents Index 566-224M...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Important Safety Information Look for Safety Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken. When you see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that follows it.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Use Safety Chains Use safety chains to help control drawn machinery should it separate from tractor draw-bar or trailing nurse tank hitch. Use chain with a strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of towed machinery.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Transport Machinery Safely Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph (32 kph), 13 mph (22 kph) in turns. Some rough terrains require a slower speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset. ...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Practice Safe Maintenance Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment. Refer to this manual for additional information. Work in a clean, dry area. Lower implement, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before performing maintenance.
2. Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface, Replace all damaged or missing decals. Order new decals being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal. from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for 818-055C Slow Moving Vehicle Reflector On the back of smv post on wing stop;...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 838-614C Red Reflectors On rear of light brackets (top). On rear of reflector bracket (top), Models 5111, 5113, 5115 Only; 2 or 4 total 41193 838-603C Orange Reflectors On rear of light brackets (bottom) On rear of reflector bracket (bottom), Models 5111, 5113, 5115 Only;...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 838-599C Danger: Electrocution Hazard Top side of gusset on rear of hitch (left side), Models 5313-5323; 1 total 41189 838-600C Danger: Crushing Hazard Front of hitch; 1 total 41188 838-602C Warning: Overhead Wing Hazard Outside, center of center frame and front, left of wing frames (both sides), Models 5313-5323;...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 838-094C Warning: High Pressure Fluid Front of hitch (middle); 1 total 41188 838-611C Warning: Hand Crushing Front side of center frame (left & right side); 42729 2 total 838-613C Notice: Transport Lock Outside of cylinder mount bar (both sides);...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information WARNING To prevent serious injury or death: Tongue rises rapidly when unhitched from tractor. Lower implement to ground before unhitching. 838-606C 838-606C Warning: Tongue Rising Front of hitch (rear); 1 total 41188 848-271C Danger: Cutting Of Foot Top side of gusset on rear of hitch (middle);...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to our growing family of new product owners. The TC5109-5323 have been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper setup, maintenance, safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine.
Record your Turbo-Chisel model and serial number here for quick reference: Model Number:__________________________ Serial Number: __________________________ Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with Figure 2 41189 your new machine. If you do not understand any part of...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Preparation and Setup This section helps you prepare your tractor and Turbo- Chisel for use, and covers tasks that need to be done seasonally, or when the tractor/Turbo-Chisel configuration changes. Before using the Turbo-Chisel in the field, you must hitch it to a suitable tractor, inspect systems and level the Turbo-Chisel.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Hitching Turbo-Chisel to Tractor Hitch to a tractor for highway transport or field operations. Hitch to a leading implement only for field operations. Do not transport behind another implement. Before hitching, check the compatibility and capability of the towing tractor or implement: The TC5109-5323 Turbo-Chisel is a pull-type implement equipped with a standard Category IV single tang hitch.
Test the lights and signaling prior to highway movement. Hydraulic Hose Hookup Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets. Hoses that go to the same remote valve are marked with the same color.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Transport Locks Refer to Figure 7 10. Once the cylinders are connected, raise the unit completely. If the transport locks are in place, remove them at this time. Figure 7 41981 Transport Locks Refer to Figure 8 11.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Wing Adjustment (5313-5315) Refer to Figure 10 17. Once the machine is level fore to aft, the wings may be leveled (Models 5313-5315). Start by unfolding the wings to a rigid position. 18.
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TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup 5317-5323 Hydraulic Down Pressure Refer to Figure 13 This setup procedure is for tractors with closed-center or pressure compensated flow hydraulic systems. Open center hydraulics not supported.Adjust down pressure valve as shown on decal (located on front right hand truss), Refer to Figure 14.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Operating Instructions This section covers general operating procedures. Experience, machine familiarity, and the following information will lead to efficient operation and good working habits. Always operate farm machinery with safety in mind. Pre-Start Checklist Perform the following steps before transporting the Turbo-Chisel to the field.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Transport Loss of Control Hazard: Do not tow the turbo-chisel behind another implement on public roads. Tow the turbo-chisel to the field with a separate vehicle. The leading implement may not provide sufficient lateral control of a trailing implement at highway speeds.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Field Operation This implement is designed to be pulled in the field with the machine engaged (including wide turns). Lifting for short distances to clear residue clogs is acceptable. Lifting for tight turns or reverse moves is required. Equipment Damage Risk: Lift for tight turns and reverse moves.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Refer to Figure 15 3. If machine needs leveled from front to rear, remove the snap wire pin from the turnbuckle lock swing lock off turnbuckle and adjust the hitch turnbuckle . When done adjusting, be sure and swing turnbuckle lock back down and secure with snap wire pin.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Refer to Figure 18 9. Once the machine is set, running level both fore and aft, from side to side you are ready to run. The first part of the machine that makes contact with the soil is the turbo coulters.
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TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Rear Attachment Settings Rear Chopper Reel 11. The chopper reel attachment is designed to help size the soil and residue coming out of the back of the machine and level the soil surface. The reels should be run as far forward as possible without causing plugging of the reel assemblies or the machine.
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TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Buster Bar Refer to Figure 21 17. The buster bar attachment is designed to knock the tops of the ridges and to help fill the valleys behind the chisel shanks. The down pressure can be set by ...
3. Replace or rotate worn parts as needed -- hinge Plains Discovator, assistance is available. Contact: bolts, clevis pins, bearings, sweeps, shanks, etc. Great Plains Service Department 4. Check and tighten or replace any hydraulic leaks. 1525 E. North St.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Coulter Bearings One on rear of each c-flex bearing. Units made after 3/2014 will not have a grease zerk. Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Grease every 50 hours, 2 to 3 pumps. In heavy conditions grease every 20 hours, 2 to 3 pumps.
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Appendix Appendix TC Specifications and Capacities Model No. TC5109 TC5111 TC5113 TC5115 11' 3" (3.43 m) 13' 9" (4.20 m) 16' 3" (4.95 m) 18' 9" (5.72 m) Tillage Width 10' (3.05 m) 10' (3.05 m) 10' (3.05 m) 10' (3.05 m) Center Section...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Appendix Tire Inflation Chart Tire Inflation Chart Tire Warranty Information Wheel Tire Size Inflation All tires are warranted by the original manufacturer of the tire. Tire 620 kPa warranty information is found in the brochures included with your Transport 12.5L x 15”...
TC5109-5323 Table of Contents Index Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Bolt 10.9 Size Size Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb in-tpi ft-lb mm x pitch ⁄...
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90 days for commercial or rental purposes. This War- ranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Great Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part.
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