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OPERATOR MANUAL
MODELS 6.0M & 8.0M
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Original Instructions
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Index
Read the operator manual entirely. When you see
this symbol, the subsequent instructions and
warnings are serious - follow without exception.
Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Illustrations may show optional equipment not
supplied with standard unit.
588-015M
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- Page 1 Table of Contents Index Great Plains OPERATOR MANUAL MODELS 6.0M & 8.0M 588-015M Original Instructions Read the operator manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
- Page 2 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.
- Page 3 Printed 01/31/2019 | English Great Plains reserves the right to revise and improve its products at any time. This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future. The content of this publication may be changed without notice.
- Page 4 Trademarks of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. include: AccuShot, DrillCommand, Max-Chisel, Row-Pro, Singulator Plus, Short Disk, Swath Command, Terra-Tine, Ultra-Chisel, and X-Press. Registered trademarks of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. include: Air-Pro, Clear-Shot, Discovator, Great Plains, Land Pride, MeterCone, Nutri-Pro, Seed-Lok, Solid Stand, Terra-Guard, Turbo-Chisel, Turbo-Chopper, Turbo-Max, Turbo- Trill, Ultra-Till, Whirlfilter, and Yield-Pro.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Final Checklist ......17 General Operation and In-Field Adjustments. . . 17 Hydraulic Down Pressure....18 Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... - Page 6 Cover Index...
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Page 7: Introduction
Table of Contents Index Introduction Introduction Great Plains’ Turbo-Max is a pull-type unit designed The front and rear gangs may be adjusted from 0-6 for tilling and working soil. Every Turbo-Max we build degree angels, depending on the aggressiveness is designed and built 588-015M with care using only desired. -
Page 8: Safety Information
Use additional safety equipment, such as hard hats, eye and ear protection, safety boots, etc., as needed. 8. Do not modify the machine. Unauthorized modification can result in unsafe conditions that lead to machine damage or personal injury. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 9: Handling And Disposing Of Chemicals
3. Tire explosion and/or serious injury can result from parts. over inflation. Do not exceed tire inflation pressures. 4. When removing and installing wheels, use wheel- handling equipment adequate for weight involved. 5. Tighten wheel bolts only to the specified torque. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 10: High Pressure Fluids
10. When towing on a trailer, sudden braking can for the proper way to recycle or dispose of waste. cause a trailer to swerve and upset. Reduce speed if trailer is not equipped with brakes. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 11: Safety Decals
Read and follow decal directions. Keep all safety decals clean and legible. Replace all damaged, faded, or missing decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for proper decal placement. Two panels at front and two panels at rear of unit. - Page 12 69374a 844-066C 848-507C Avoid standing in front of tongue while unhitching. Use ladder, not tires, to climb on machine. One decal on the hitch. Four decals one located near each tire location. 69374f 69374a Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 13 Read & follow general instructions prior to machine operation. WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Four decals one the front and rear on each frame. 848-512C One on the rear right side of the hitch. 69374b 69374e Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 14 Do not preform any procedure that loosens hardware, take appropriate precautions outlined in this manual, carefully read all instructions for machine use, do not move tractor with someone on hitch. One decal on the front fold bracket. 69374d Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 15 Turbo-Max Table of Contents Index Safety Decals Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
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Page 16: Preparation And Setup
Put transport unhitched turbo max can tip over backwards during locks into place. You are now ready to go to the field. folding and unfolding if the tongue is not secured. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 17: Electrical Hookup
2. Connect lighting connector and any options or after-market electronics to tractor outlets. 3. Tie up excess cable, allowing enough slack for the unit to make turns. Make Electrical Connections Make connections prior machine movement. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 18: Hydraulic Hose Hookup
Hydraulic Hose Hookup could result in damage requiring component repair/ replacement, and lost field time. Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets. Hoses that Clean all hydraulic couplings and hook hoses to go to the same remote valve are marked with the tractor. -
Page 19: Wing Folding/Unfolding
2. Adjust nut (3) until the 49cm dimension is reached between backside of spring guide (4) and front side of level bar spring rod plate (5). 3. Re-tighten the jam nut (2) to secure. 49cm Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 20: Wing Adjustment
3. When the front gang adjusting cylinders - see “Front Gang Angle Adjustment” on page 13 - have been adjusted and are in the full retract position the rear gang bar (6) should be parallel to back frame tube. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 21: Weight Package Installation
5. Pull the ring on the bottom of the air reservoir to open drain valve. Drain any water from air res- ervoir. Release the ring to close the drain valve. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 22: Operation
(transport vehicle must weigh at least 67% of implement). Ensure that the towing vehicle is adequate for the task. Using an inadequate tow vehicle is extremely unsafe, and can result in loss of control, serious injury and death. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 23: Final Checklist
Lights ON for transport General Operation In-Field Adjustments When operating the Turbo Max with the blades running at an angle, it is generally unnecessary to operate with hydraulic down pressure to the wings. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 24: Hydraulic Down Pressure
When gangs are angled, operating speed should be lowered to between 9-12 kph to reduce machine stress and chance of disk breakage. After returning the gangs to a vertical position, you can resume normal operating speeds. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 25: Depth Stop Adjustment
Rolling Harrow and Reel (Option) The rolling harrow (4) and reel attachment (5) is a versatile leveling attachment and requires very little adjustment. Some adjustment, however, may be required for maximum effectiveness. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 26: Parking
If possible, store inside for longer life. 7. Raise, fold and lock implement (page 10 and 11). 8. Clean Turbo-Max of mud, dirt, excess oil and grease. 9. Perform “Parking” checklist (see above). Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... - Page 27 Make sure the hydraulic depth stop valve is in operating condition, and not damaged. Switch lift hoses to another remote on tractor. Trace hydraulic plumbing to confirm proper routing. Replace hydraulic tips on lift hoses. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 28 Turn the weight transfer knob while running active hydraulics. The audible tone should change with every turn of the knob. If not the bypass valve is faulty. Call your GP representative to further diagnose if needed. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 29 Call your GP representative to further diagnose if needed. Parking brake Make sure the brake cables are not damaged. troubleshooting Make sure the hand brake adjuster is operating correctly. Call your GP representative to further diagnose if needed. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 30 Make sure hoses are connected properly to the tractor hydraulic brake system shooting: (Single Hose) Emergency valve positioned correctly for operation. Check hydraulic hoses for leaks, or pinched lines. Call your GP representative to further diagnose if needed. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
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Page 31: Hydraulic Fold & Re-Track Layout
Turbo-Max Table of Contents Index Operation Hydraulic Fold & Re-track Layout Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 32: Hydraulic Fold Layout
Connected to wing lift at bulkhead. Connected to wing lift at bulkhead. Bottom Part of hydraulic lift layout on p. 22. Part of hydraulic lift layout on p. 22. of Double Solenoid Hydraulic Fold Connections Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 33: Hydraulic Lift Layout
Hydraulic Lift Layout Hose to Retract Valve Located underneath the level bar. Part of hydraulic fold layout. Top Bulkhead Bottom Bulkhead Rod End Rod End Rod End Hydraulic Lift Connections Bottom Bulkhead Rod End Rod End Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 34: Hydraulic Gang Layout
Turbo-Max Table of Contents Index Operation Hydraulic Gang Layout Hose Wrap Hose Clamp Hydraulic Gang Connections Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 35: Lighting Wire Layout
Turbo-Max Table of Contents Index Operation Lighting Wire Layout Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 36: Maintenance
Inspect bearings for end play Annually. If excessive endplay exists it tis recommended to disassemble, clean and repack the wheel bearings. For machines stored outdoors or operating in extreme conditions bearings should be checked more often. Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 37: All Turnbuckles And Threaded Adjustments
Quantity: Grease every 50 hours. In heavy conditions grease every 10 hours or daily 42061 Finishing Reel One on each bearing Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Grease every 50 hours. In heavy conditions grease every 10 hours or daily. 42065 Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... -
Page 38: Specifications
Hyd Adjustable 0* to 6* Dimensions Transport Height Transport Width Transport Length (with 8.7m attachment) Center Section Width Wing Width 1.5m Transport Tire Size (Center) 550/4.5-22.5 20 PR Tire Size (Wing) 15.0/55-17 14 PR Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31... - Page 39 Hyd Adjustable 0* to 6* Dimensions Transport Height Transport Width Transport Length (with 8.7m attachment) Center Section Width Wing Width 1.5m Transport Tire Size (Center) 550/4.5-22.5 20 PR Tire Size (Wing) 15.0/55-17 14 PR Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 40 14-19 -20 ORB straight 24-27 18-20 -18 JIC 16-22 12-16 -18 ORB w/jam nut -18 ORB straight 24-33 18-24 -16 JIC 37-53 27-39 -16 ORB w/jam nut 27-41 20-30 37-58 27-43 -16 ORB straight Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 41 Torque Values Chart Gang Bolt Torque 1 3/4”-5 850 Foot-pounds (165 lbs on 5’ cheater). Rolling Harrow Spike Bolt 1 1/2”-6 650-750 Foot-pounds (175 lbs on 4’ cheater). Wheel Bolt Torque Values 5/8”-18 (170ft-lbs) 3/4”-16 (295ft-lbs) Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 42 The following harmonized standards are applied. EN ISO 4254-1:2015 Salina, Ks, 25 - 05 -2018 Gottmadingen, 25- 05 -2018 ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Rye DeGarmo Michael Enders* Product Safety & Vice President of Engineering Homologation Harvesting Division Great Plains | 588-015M | 2019/01/31...
- Page 43 Lighting Wire Layout ....29 warranty ..........30 6/8M TM Hydraulic Fold Layout ..26 leaks ...........30 waste disposal ........4 lights .............4 weight ..........16 lubrication ...........30 weight, implement ......16 www ........... 30 maintenance safety ......3 Great Plains 588-015M 2019/01/31...
- Page 44 Cover Table of Contents...
- Page 45 Table of Contents Index...
- Page 46 Great Plains, Mfg. 1525 E. North St. P.O. Box 5060 Salina, KS 67402...
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