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3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF
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Operator Manual
3-Section 40 Foot Drills
Manufacturing, Inc.
www.greatplainsmfg.com
Printed 2018-06-19
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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Index Operator Manual 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF 3-Section 40 Foot Drills Manufacturing, Inc. www.greatplainsmfg.com 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!
  • 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 Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, 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.
  • Page 4 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Cover Index Table of Contents Bleeding Transport Lift Hydraulics ......79 Calibration Tray .............102 Bleeding Marker Hydraulics ........80 Digital Scale ..............102 Leveling The Drill.............81 Small Seeds Attachment ..........102 Center Box Frame Leveling........81 Seed Firmers..............105 Opener Frames ............81 Seed-Lok®...
  • Page 5 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF 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.
  • Page 6 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Use Safety Chains  Use safety chains to help control drawn machinery should it separate from tractor drawbar or trailing nurse tank hitch.  Use chain with a strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of towed machinery.
  • Page 7 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Avoid High Pressure Fluids Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin, causing serious injury. This drill requires Power-Beyond port, which is always under pressure when the tractor is running.
  • Page 8 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Remain Clear of Overhead Lines  If the drill contacts a power line, lethal voltage may be present on all metal parts. At higher voltage, the drill does not need to be in line contact for the hazard to exist.
  • Page 9 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Handle Chemicals Properly Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and property.  Read and follow chemical supplier instructions.  Wear protective clothing.
  • Page 10 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Practice Safe Maintenance  Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment. Refer to this manual.  Work in a clean, dry area.  Lower the drill, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before performing maintenance.
  • Page 11  Keep all safety decals clean and legible.  Replace all damaged or missing decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for proper decal placement.  When ordering new parts or components, also request corresponding safety decals.
  • Page 12 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Red Reflectors S/N YY079- 838-266C On rear walkboard face, outside corners, center section; 2 total 27015 Red Reflectors S/N YY077+ 838-266C On rear of center section walkboard, outside corners, outboard of daytime reflectors;...
  • Page 13 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Amber Reflectors S/N YY077+ 838-265C On rear of outer section walkboards, inboard of red reflectors, On both ends of outer section walkboards; 8 total 68422B Daytime Reflectors S/N YY076-...
  • Page 14 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Transport Lock Road 818-257C ROAD P.N. 818-257C Place above lever: two each RH and LH end section, two on center section; 6 total 15549 18872 Transport Lock Field 818-258C FIELD P.N.
  • Page 15 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Danger: Possible Chemical Hazard 838-467C Inside lid of optional Small Seeds box left hand side, one each box; 21730 2 total Warning: Negative Tongue Weight 818-019C WARNING NEGATIVE TONGUE WEIGHT...
  • Page 16 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Warning: Excessive Speed Hazard 818-337C On tongue near hitch; 1 total 27015 Warning: Pinch/Crush Hazard 818-045C On tongue near transport hooks; 1 total 27015 Warning: Marker Pinch Point 818-579C On front and back of first marker section, two each marker installed;...
  • Page 17 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Warning: Overhead Marker 818-580C On front and back of first marker section, two each marker installed; 2 or 4 total 26466 Warning: Transport Locks 818-660C WARNING On tongue near transport hooks, 26465 on back of wing tool bar (outside when folded);...
  • Page 18 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Caution: General 818-078C CAUTION On tongue near hitch; 1 total 27015 Caution: Tires Not A Step 818-398C On each axle leg (transport wheels); 6 total 18821 Caution: 60 PSI Tire Pressure...
  • Page 19 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Caution: 60 PSI Tire Pressure Rib Implement Tires, Transport Wheels 838-426C CAUTION To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage from Improper Tire Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts: • Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 60 psi.

  • Page 20: 3S4000Hdf-7806

    Table of Contents Index Introduction Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new product owners. Your Three-Section Folding Drill has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper setup, maintenance, and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine.
  • Page 21 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Introduction Intended Usage Use this implement to seed production-agriculture crops in conventional or minimum tillage applications. Using This Manual This manual familiarizes you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshooting, maintenance. Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Page 22 Record your drill model and serial number here for quick reference: Model Number:__________________________ Serial Number: __________________________ Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine. If you do not understand any part of Figure 3 34933...
  • Page 23 Choose a drill-hitch option (page 100) that is compatible with your tractor draw bar. The 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF has three hitch options: • a clevis hitch, • a small-hole, single-strap hitch or;...
  • Page 24 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 1. Adjust the drill hitch to match your tractor-draw bar height. Mount tongue jack on side of tongue. Use jack to raise drill tongue so lowest hitch hole is 18 inches (45.7 cm) above ground level with drill...

  • Page 25: Shaft Monitor

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Electrical Connections Refer to Figure 7 Plug drill electrical lead into tractor seven-pin connector. If your tractor is not equipped with a seven-pin connector, contact your dealer for installation.

  • Page 26: Wing Box

    Great Plains kit, part number 194-143A. If you are Hoses with a retracted-cylinder symbol feed cylinder rod not familiar with your tractor hydraulics, consult your tractor ends.
  • Page 27 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Setting the Bypass Valve Refer to Figure 11 A bypass valve is plumbed into the opener down pressure circuit. Tractors with load-sensing, closed-center hydraulics require this bypass valve to protect the tractor hydraulic system.

  • Page 28: Scraper Installation

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Refer to Figure 11 on page 23 and Figure 12 at right 4. Release locking discs on down-pressure valves. Adjust knobs on pressure-control valves for opener down pressure so gauges are at 1800 psi (2100 psi for heavy duty models).

  • Page 29: Row Unit

    “Leveling The Drill” on page 81, and marker(s) must be in correct working order per “Marker Maintenance” on page 88. Row unit centerline stations on 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF drills are symmetrical about machine center, so left and right extensions are normally identical, for both opposing and concentric passes.
  • Page 30 Always operate farm machinery with safety in mind. General Description On the standard 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF, field operations are controlled by tractor cab hydraulic levers. When openers are lowered, mechanical clutches engage, and the gauge wheels drive the seed meter shafts. Markers, if installed, are on a separate circuit.
  • Page 31 #1 circuit is the circuit designed to supply live hydraulic power to remote locations. On the standard 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF drill, the openers raise and lower as a group, from a tractor cab lever. If the Point Row Option is installed, each section can raise and lower independently, using switches on the point row control module in the tractor cab.
  • Page 32 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Folding Crushing Hazard: Keep all persons well away during folding operation. Bystanders could be crushed between the folding drill boxes and the drill tongue. 1. Park tractor and drill on level ground with tractor transmission in Park.

  • Page 33: Selector Valve

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Raising Drill (Transport Lift) Transport Lift is on a dedicated hydraulic circuit. The center main frame raises and lowers independently of the opener sub-frames (which are raised and lowered by the Opener Lift circuit).

  • Page 34: Transport

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Refer to Figure 21 6. Rotate cylinder lock channels over rods on the two transport lift cylinders and the front box lift cylinder.  Bumpers hold the transport lift cylinder lock channels in place temporarily.
  • Page 35 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Transport Loss of Control Hazard: Towing the drill at high speeds or with a vehicle that is not heavy enough could lead to loss of vehicle control. Loss of vehicle control could lead to serious road accidents, injury and death.

  • Page 36: Safety Chain

    ? Parking Stands Raised (page 49) - Rotate stands up and pin. ? Walkboard Ladders Raised - (if equipped) 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Raised and Locked (page 29) - Make sure drill is folded properly. Secure cylinder lock channels on transport-cylinder rods and front box lift cylinders.
  • Page 37 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Transport Lower 1. Park tractor and drill on level ground with tractor transmission in Park. Be aware of clearance needed to unfold drill. 2. If the Two Outlet conversion kit is installed, confirm that the selector valve, located near the hitch, is set for Transport Lift operations.
  • Page 38 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Unfolding Drill must be lowered from transport lift prior to unfolding. See “Lowering Drill (Transport Lift)” on page 32. 1. Verify that the site has clearance needed to unfold drill.
  • Page 39 To run drill on tractors with open-center hydraulics or on tractors with fixed-displacement hydraulic pumps, you must install a Great Plains kit, part number 194-143A. Contact your Great Plains...
  • Page 40 Tractors with load-sensing hydraulics must use the bypass Use lever lock clip, John Deere part number R52667, valve to operate the 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF. Failure to use the to lock lever forward. See your tractor dealer for clip bypass valve can cause major tractor damage. Before purchase and installation.
  • Page 41 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Priority Flow Hydraulic Systems On some tractors with load-sensing hydraulics, the circuit #1 is capable of taking nearly 100 percent of available hydraulic flow. Operating the openers or markers on circuit #1 will starve the other circuit, making one function inoperable.
  • Page 42 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions During operation: • Each time openers are lowered, hold tractor remote hydraulic lever forward for a few seconds to recharge circuit, then return it to its neutral position. The tractor and drill should be on level ground when returning tractor lever to neutral.
  • Page 43 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Loading Materials Loading Main Seed Box 1. Check that all meter doors are positioned for the To determine the weight of a fully loaded drill, see seed size, and not set for clean-out. See Seed Rate “Tractor Requirements”...
  • Page 44 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Loading Fertilizer Compartment Refer to Figure 31 Load fertilizer after transport if possible. Some spillage can occur through meters during transport, even with the drive system disengaged. Possible Agricultural Chemicals Hazards:...
  • Page 45 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Main Box Seed Rate Handle Refer to Figure 34 There are main box seed rate handles for each section of the drill (3 handles total). Generally, all need to be set identically, and you need to calibrate only one section.
  • Page 46 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Initial Seeding Depth Refer to Figure 36 1. Set opener seeding depth by adjusting press-wheel height . To adjust, first raise openers slightly, then lift and slide T handles on top of openers Adjust all press wheels to the same height.
  • Page 47 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Divided Capacities Capacity Ratio Total Capacity Seed Fertilizer Seed Fertilizer 129.6 bu None 100% 4567 l. 77.8 bu 51.8 bu Standard 2740 l. 1827 l. Offset 88.1 bu 41.5 bu to Back 3106 l.
  • Page 48 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Using Fertilizer Compartment Refer to “Loading Materials” on page 39 and see “Loading Fertilizer Compartment” on page 40. Seeding with Both Compartments 1. Clean out boxes. See “Main Box Seed Meter Clean-Out”...
  • Page 49 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Marker Operation Optional markers are equipped with a double-selector valve, on the tongue near the hitch, to combine the box-fold circuit with the marker circuit. On a 2-outlet tractor, there is a second selector valve, for the lift circuits, mounted above the marker/fold selector.
  • Page 50 Tractors with only two remote circuits need an optional selector valve, which shares a single tractor circuit between transport lift and opener lift. Two Outlet Tractor Hydraulic Kit Great Plains Part number 194-122A. This combines the transport lift hydraulic circuit and opener lift hydraulic circuit.
  • Page 51 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Shaft Monitor Operation The optional shaft monitor generates an alarm if any one or more of the three meter shafts on the drill stop turning for more than 20 seconds (on the current Loup monitor).
  • Page 52 Refer to Figure 46 Acremeters supplied with model 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF drills have varied over time. For operational details (modes, resets, calibration), see the manual supplied with the acremeter:...
  • Page 53 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Parking Following these steps when parking the drill for periods of less than 36 hours. For longer periods, see “Storage”, the next topic. Parking with Drill Unfolded Negative Tongue Weight Hazard:...
  • Page 54 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Parking with Drill Folded 1. Raise, lock and fold drill into transport position. 2. Park drill on a level, solid area. 3. Remove tongue jack from its storage location on top of tongue and pin it on post on left side of tongue as shown on page 20.

  • Page 55: Seed Firmer

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Adjustments To get full performance from your drill, you need an Fertilizer rate is controlled by: understanding of all component operations, and many • Range sprockets (one set each fertilizer box) provide adjustments for optimal field results.
  • Page 56 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Frame Level Refer to Figure 49 The 00HD Series openers are designed to produce optimal results when the opener frames are level with the ground. Operating with drill frame level is also recommended, and this is set by hitch height (page 20).
  • Page 57 If markers are installed, additional force is available. Although suitcase weight brackets are available for earlier model 3S-4000/F (non-HD) drills, these weight kits are not recommended for 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF drills. Figure 52...
  • Page 58 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Opener Frame Down-Force Crushing Hazard: Always stop tractor engine, set parking brake, and remove key before adjusting or servicing openers. You will be seriously injured or killed if you are caught between raising openers and drill frame.
  • Page 59 800 PSI Equipment Damage Risk: Tractors with load-sensing hydraulics must use the bypass 900 PSI valve to operate the 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF. Failure to use the 1000 PSI bypass valve can cause major tractor damage. Before 1100 PSI adjusting opener down pressure, set bypass valve per “Setting the Bypass Valve”...
  • Page 60 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Setting Hydraulic Down-Pressure 1. Lower openers to the ground. Lock hydraulic lever forward for constant hydraulic flow. You must lock hydraulic lever forward. See “Opener Operation” on page 35. Refer to Figure 53 2.
  • Page 61 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Opener-Subframe Adjustment Refer to Figure 54 Each drill section has an opener frame which pivots about the centerline of the drill gauge wheels. These floating opener frames have the ability to rock the openers 15 degrees up and 15 degrees down as a group.

  • Page 62: Seed Flap

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments 00 Row Unit Adjustments Refer to Figure 56 (which depicts a row unit fully populated with all optional accessories [except ® scraper and Keeton ] supported for use with the Model 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF drills)
  • Page 63 Refer to Figure 57 (which depicts a row unit fully populated with all optional accessories supported for use with the 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF drill) From front to back, a Great Plains 00HD Series row unit can include the following capabilities (some optional): 1. Opener height adjustment: standard...
  • Page 64 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Opener Height The depth to which the opener disk blades penetrate the soil is controlled in front by the tool bar and pivot (opener height), and in the back by the press wheel height.
  • Page 65 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Disk Blade Adjustments Opener disk angle and stagger is not adjustable, but disk-to-disk spacing is, and may need attention as disks experience normal wear. Spacers will need to be reset when blades are replaced.

  • Page 66: Seed Firmers

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Seed Firmer Adjustments 00HD Series row units include a seed flap, and accept one of two optional seed firmers. The seed flap requires no adjustment, but may need to be replaced if worn, and may need to be shortened if an optional seed firmer is added after initial delivery.
  • Page 67 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Fertilizer Tube Adjustment Refer to Figure 66 Deeper dry fertilizer placement may be achieved by rotating the fertilizer tube to face forward. This orientation is suggested only if the seed firmer is a ®...

  • Page 68: Seeding Depth

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Opener Depth (Press Wheel Height) Refer to Figure 67 Set opener seeding depth by adjusting press-wheel height To adjust, first raise openers slightly, then lift and slide the T handle on top of each opener. Adjust all press wheels to the same height.
  • Page 69 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Marker Adjustments Overhead Crushing and Sharp Object Hazards: Never allow anyone near the drill when folding or unfolding the markers. You may be injured if hit by a folding or unfolding marker.
  • Page 70 “Marker Maintenance” on page 88. Figure 69 18878 Row unit centerline stations on 3S-4000 drills are Marker Extension Adjustment symmetrical about machine center, so left and right extensions are normally identical, for both opposing and concentric passes.
  • Page 71 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Marker Disk Adjustment Sharp Object Hazard: Use caution when making adjustments in this area. Marker disks may be sharp. Disk Angle and Mark Width Refer to Figure 71 is the direction of travel.
  • Page 72 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments Marker Chain Adjustment Refer to Figure 73 There are two basic adjustments needed on the marker chain, especially in new installation. These adjustments are interrelated and should be done in the following...

  • Page 73: Sequence Valve

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Adjustments If marker fails to reach ground when unfolded, or is skipping Marker Speed The procedure for adjusting marker speed is different for single marker with needle valve and dual markers with sequence valve.
  • Page 74 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Planting too much Check seed rate information in Seed Rate Incorrect seed rate or drive type. Manual. Seed size and weight may vary. Adjust seed rate handle.
  • Page 75 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Uneven seed spacing Excessive field speed. Reduce field speed. Unclean seed. Use clean seed. Build up of seed treatment in seed cup. Clean out seed cup. ® ®...
  • Page 76 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Excessive seed cracking Excessive field speed. Reduce field speed. Unclean seed. Use clean seed. Damaged, old or dry seed. Use clean, new seed. Seed cup flutes not open enough.
  • Page 77 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Pressure gauges show pressure Hydraulic hoses not routed correctly See hose routing diagrams beginning on between pressure control valves and when openers are raised page 108. opener lift cylinders.
  • Page 78 6. Inspect hydraulic hoses for cuts, cracks and aging. Check fittings for evidence of leaks. 7. Keep disk scrapers properly adjusted. 8. Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. “Safety Decals” on page 7. 2018-06-19 Table of Contents...
  • Page 79 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication In-Line Filters If the raising or lowering times of the openers slow noticeably, check the in-line filters and clean if needed. Refer to Figure 76 Two filters are located on one each of the down-pressure adjustment valves.
  • Page 80 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Bleeding Hydraulics To function properly, the hydraulics must be free of air. If hydraulics have not been bled, they will operate with jerky, uneven motions and could cause wings to drop rapidly during folding or unfolding.
  • Page 81 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Bleeding Opener Lift Hydraulics Refer to Figure 78 1. Review warnings, bleeding notes and system 7. Slowly supply oil to bottom side of pressure-control information on page 76. valves until oil begins to appear at remaining loosened hose fitting.
  • Page 82 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Bleeding Fold Hydraulics Refer to Figure 79 1. Review warnings, bleeding notes and system 6. Slowly supply oil to base end of fold cylinders until oil information on page 76.
  • Page 83 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Bleeding Transport Lift Hydraulics Refer to Figure 80 1. Review warnings, bleeding notes and system 5. When cylinder lock channels are in place, loosen rod information on page 76.
  • Page 84 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Bleeding Marker Hydraulics 3. With tractor at idle speed, activate tractor hydraulic valve forward until oil appears at a fitting. When oil begins to seep out around a fitting, tighten that fitting.
  • Page 85 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Leveling The Drill To perform leveling, the drill must be hitched to a tractor, with at least the hydraulics connected. Negative Tongue Weight Hazard: Be certain that drill is hitched securely to your tractor draw bar and the safety chain is securely attached to tractor before raising openers and unfolding drill.
  • Page 86 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Wing Box Alignment 1. Place a block ahead of the wing gauge wheels. Refer to Figure 84 2. Pull forward against blocks to rock wing frames back. Pull forward until stop bolts are firmly against tool bars.
  • Page 87 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Align Transfer Drive Shaft Refer to Figure 86 and Figure 87 After wing boxes are properly aligned, the transfer drive shaft must be aligned so the pair of break-away jaws ...
  • Page 88 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Refer to Figure 88 and Figure 89 3. To align the clutch jaws from front to rear, loosen inch carriage bolts slide breakaway clutch bracket in the desired direction.

  • Page 89: Tool Bar Height

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Truss Tube Tension The truss tubes help hold the center tool bar perpendicular to the tongue and straight under load. After some time, slack can develop in the truss tubes.
  • Page 90 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Opener-Frame Clearance Refer to Figure 92 When fully raised, top of opener mounts should clear bottom of drill frame tube by at least inch (12.7 mm). To adjust opener frames so all openers have the same...
  • Page 91 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Drive System For proper operation and to prevent downtime and repair, keep drive chains properly adjusted and lubricated. Regularly check drive chains for excess slack and wear. Adjust idlers to remove any excess slack from chains.
  • Page 92 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Marker Maintenance Marker Transport Carrier When marker is folded, the second section should be centered in transport carrier saddle and be parallel with top of drill box. Refer to Figure 96...
  • Page 93 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Marker Disk Refer to Figure 98 If grease-seal cap for marker-disk-hub bearings is damaged or missing, disassemble and clean hub. Repack with grease and install a new seal or grease cap.
  • Page 94 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Fertilizer Box Clean-Out After applying fertilizer, clean drill boxes as soon as possible. Fertilizers often contain chemicals corrosive to metal. Refer to Figure 100 With a small scoop or can, remove as much fertilizer as possible from drill boxes.
  • Page 95 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Seed Flap Replacement Current Solid Flap Replacement Refer to Figure 102 To replace a seed flap , use needle nose pliers or similar tool to grasp “T” top of flap. Pull upward to remove...
  • Page 96 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance Intervals (operating hours) Multi-purpose Multi-purpose Multi-purpose Inspection at which service oil lubricant grease lubricant spray lubricant is required 34208 Opener Frame Pivots 2 grease fittings on center section, 1 grease fitting each wing section;...
  • Page 97 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Telescoping Drive Shaft 2 grease fittings Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges. 18875 Drive Shaft Clutches 2 grease fittings each of 3 clutches; 6 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges Also smear grease on clutch engagement.
  • Page 98 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Fertilizer Shaft Bearings (Option) 1 grease fitting each bearing, 2 per shaft; 6 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until resistance is felt 16381 Small Seeds Shaft Bearings (Option) 1 grease fitting each bearing, 2 per shaft;...
  • Page 99 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Felt Barrier Seals (Option) 1 seal at each shaft end, 2 per shaft; 6 total Type of Lubrication: Oil Quantity: Soak seal 16381 Transport Lift Pivots 2 grease fittings inside pivot...
  • Page 100 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Mainframe Pivots 2 grease fittings each pivot; 4 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges On newer drills, these grease fittings are served by a grease bank on the top of the wing. On older drills, these grease fittings are more accessible with the drill folded.
  • Page 101 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Clutch to Seed Jackshaft Chain As Required 1 chain per section; 3 total Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube Quantity: Coat thoroughly Slack: inch (7 mm) in top span 18856...
  • Page 102 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Fertilizer Range to Jackshaft Chain As Required Option: 1 chain per section; 3 total Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube Quantity: Coat thoroughly Slack: inch (6 mm) in top span...
  • Page 103 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Transport Wheel Bearings 2-3 Years 2 races each of 4 wheels; 8 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Repack 18791 Gauge Wheel Bearings 18791 2-3 Years 2 races each of 4 wheels; 8 total...
  • Page 104 Index Options Options Hitches One hitch is selected upon initial order of a 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF, and includes the spring wire loop, safety chain, and all fasteners. Additional hitches may be ordered for conversion in the field, and include extra hitch mounting bolts, lock washers and nuts.
  • Page 105 Table of Contents Index Options Point Row Clutch On the standard 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF drill, all sections raise and lower simultaneously. Shutting off seed flow on one or two sections requires stopping and making setup changes. The Point Row Clutch option provides cab control of opener lift on a section-by-section basis.

  • Page 106: Small Seeds Attachment

    Small Seeds capability may be specified on the initial drill order (Sequence No. 91), or added later. Description Part Number 3S-4000-4810 10 in. Small Seeds 133-302A 3S-4000-6375 7.5 in. Small Seeds 133-300A 3S-4000-7806 6 in. Small Seeds 133-301A 3S-4000F-4810 10 in.
  • Page 107 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Options Removable Partition This partition reduces side-to-side seed flow in the small seeds box. This can prevent seed pile-up when drilling across slopes and in other situations where the seed is particularly fluid. Order one per partition.
  • Page 108 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Options Seed Tube Plug This plug stops seed flow from the main seed box at the top of a seed tube. It prevents flow independently of the sliding sprocket in the seed cup. Order one per row to be set inactive.

  • Page 109: 00Hd Series

    Index Options Seed Firmers The standard 3S-4000/F/HD/HDF drill includes seed flaps. A choice of firmers is an option in the product bundles, or may be field-installed as kits. Only one type of seed firmer may be installed at the same time. Order one firmer kit per opener.

  • Page 110: Tire Inflation

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Appendix Appendix Specifications and Capacities 3S-4000-7806 3S-4000-6375 3S-4000-4810 3S-4000HD-7806 3S-4000HD-6375 3S-4000HD-4810 Row Spacing 6 in. (15.2 cm) 7.5 in. (19.1 cm) 10 in. (25.4 cm) Row Count Main Seed Box Capacity 129.6 bushels (4567 liters) Small Seeds Box Capacity 8.5 bushels (300 liters)

  • Page 111: Torque

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF 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...

  • Page 112: Transport Lift

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Appendix Hydraulic Diagrams Transport Lift 15602 Fold 15602 2018-06-19 Table of Contents Index 195-442M...
  • Page 113 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Appendix Dual Markers 15605 Single Marker 15605 2018-06-19 Table of Contents Index 195-442M...
  • Page 114 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Appendix Two Outlet Conversion 15605 2018-06-19 Table of Contents Index 195-442M...
  • Page 115 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Appendix Opener Lift: Standard Closed-Center 22976 2018-06-19 Table of Contents Index 195-442M...
  • Page 116 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Appendix Opener Lift: Optional Open-Center 22977 2018-06-19 Table of Contents Index 195-442M...
  • Page 117 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Appendix Point-Row 22969 2018-06-19 Table of Contents Index 195-442M...

  • Page 118: Scraper

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Table of Contents Index Appendix B - Option Installation Appendix B - Option Installation Carbide Disc Scraper Installation These instructions apply to an installation of scraper kit part number 121-781A. Optional carbide disc scrapers are not factory installed.

  • Page 119: Warranty

    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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  • Page 121: Amber

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Cover Table of Contents Index Index leveling ........22 level, frame .........52 accident, hydraulic ........3 electrical line ........4 level, openers ........52 acremeter ........47 electrocution ......... 4 lights ..........3 acremeter, operation ......48 electronic acremeter ......105 loading materials ........39...

  • Page 122: Table Of Contents

    3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Cover Table of Contents Index Quick Disconnect .......76 hose color code ......22 170-039A, hitch ........100 tire ............ 106 170-059A, hitch ........100 tire inflation ........106 194-073A, acre meter .......105 raising .......... 27 tires ..........3 194-074M, manual......48 red ............8...
  • Page 123 3S-4000, 3S-4000F, 3S-4000HD, 3S-4000HDF Cover Table of Contents Index 890-810C, Keeton ......105 890-902C, Keeton ......105 891-209C, digital scale .....102 2018-06-19 Cover Table of Contents 195-442M...
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