GREAT PLAINS YP4025A Operator's Manual

GREAT PLAINS YP4025A Operator's Manual

40 foot 3-section yield-pro planter with air-pro seed meters
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40 Foot 3-Section Yield-Pro
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Operator Manual
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Printed 2019-03-04
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YP4025A
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Planter
Seed Meters
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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Index Operator Manual YP4025A ® 40 Foot 3-Section Yield-Pro Planter ® with Air-Pro Seed Meters 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.
  • Page 2 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 3: Serial Number

    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 4 2SF24 and 2SF30 Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. 155-015M-A 2019-03-04...
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 Seed Hose Routing ............164 Appendix B - Initial Setup ..........170 Pre-Delivery Items ............170 Initial Setup..............171 Marker Extension ...........172 Hopper Level Sensor Installation ......174 Radar Calibration ...........174 Appendix C - Option Installation ........175 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Cover Index...
  • Page 7 Be Familiar with Safety Decals  Read and understand “Safety Decals” on page 6, thoroughly.  Read all instructions noted on the decals.  Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible decals. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 8  Wear protective clothing.  Handle all chemicals with care.  Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.  Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by chemical manufacturer. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 9 They are difficult to see, especially at night.  Use flashing warning lights and turn signals whenever driving on public roads. Use lights and devices provided with implement Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 10  Lower planter, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove the key.  Secure planter using blocks and supports provided.  Detach and store planter in an area where children normally do not play. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 11  Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts.  Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding and raising planter. Make sure all persons are clear of working area. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 12  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 13 On the front of the center section front lower tool bars, on the rear of the wing tool bars, and on the sides of the seed box frame; six total. 29164 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 14 Top center of 3-point hitch; one total (not present with hydraulic tongue option) 29164 Danger: Electrocution Hazard 838-599C One each side of marker upright arm, each side; four total 29164 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 15 To Prevent Serious Injury or Death: Do Not exceed 20 mph maximum transport speed. Loss of vehicle control and/or machine can result. 818-188C Rev. C On front of center section, 29164 one total Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 16 29164 Warning: Overhead Marker 818-580C Front and rear faces of inner marker arms; four total 29164 Warning: High Pressure Fluid 838-094C On side of tongue at hitch; 29164 one total Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 17 On front face of hydraulic reservoir; L IN l dr AT H R AT t sh , tra IT H one total Caution: Transport Locks 818-351C Hitch tongue; one total 29164 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 18 Escaping hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury. Review safety instructions with all operators annually. 818-587C Rev. B WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov On center tool bar; one total 29164 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 19 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Caution: Pressure and Torque 838-426C On outside rim each transport tire; 10 total 29164 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 20: Document Family

    YP4025A Table of Contents Index Introduction Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new ® product owners. The 40 Foot 3-Section Yield-Pro ® Planter with Air-Pro Seed Meters (YP4025A Planter) has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials.
  • Page 21 Refer to Figure 1 Your machine’s parts were specially designed and should only be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always use the serial and model number when ordering parts from your Great Plains dealer. The serial-number plate is located on the left end of the rear mainframe tool bar, near the highway lights.
  • Page 22 Further Assistance Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. and your Great Plains dealer want you to be satisfied with your new YP4025A. If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are otherwise dissatisfied, please take the following actions first: 1.
  • Page 23: Wing Leveling

    Preparation and Setup Preparation and Setup This section helps you prepare your tractor and YP4025A Planter for use, and covers tasks that need to be done seasonally, or when the tractor/planter configuration changes. Before using the planter in the field, you must hitch it to a suitable tractor, inspect systems and level the planter.
  • Page 24: Shipping Link

    Only trained personnel should work on system hydraulics Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded handle grips to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets. Hoses that go to the same remote valve are marked with the same color.
  • Page 25 Color Coded Hose Handles The fan motor further requires hookup of a third line, which returns hydraulic fluid from the fan motor case. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 26 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Older Style Hoses with Color Ties Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded. Hoses that go to the same remote valve are marked with the same color tie. Color Hydraulic Function White...
  • Page 27 34694 Hitching with 3-Point Refer to Figure 6 1. If the planter is model YP4025A-3215 (“Even Row 15in”), check the configuration of the hitch offset at “YP4025A-3215 3-Point Hitch” on page 175. 2. Connect your tractor 3-point to the planter 3-point hitch.
  • Page 28 3-point. With the optional hydraulic tongue, the planter tongue is raised by extending the hitch cylinder, and lowered by retracting the hitch cylinder. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 29: Fertilizer Connection Types

    Fertilizer Connection Types Figure 11 29269 Fertilizer Cart Connections Type Description 1-section, planter manifold and pump: Bypass inlet only 3-section, cart manifold and pump: Left, Center, Right inlets & Gauge line Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 30 SML-500 or SML-735 tank cart, YP4025A Planter with Type 2 Manifold & Planter Pump Planter Inlet Gauge Line Type 2 PFC2000 tank cart, YP4025A Planter with Type 2 and Type 3 Manifolds, & Ground Drive Pump Planter Inlet Gauge Line Left Type 3...
  • Page 31: Marker Extension

    Prior to first use, and whenever changing row spacings, set or reset: • “Marker Extension” on page 172. Prior to each planting session, check and adjust: • “Marker Disk Adjustment” on page 71. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 32: Tongue Lock

     Check hydraulic hoses, fittings, and cylinders for leaks. Repair or replace before going to the field. Fold/Unfold Lock Overview The YP4025A planter includes five sets of locks for the frame, wings and casters: 1. Wing locks: Hooks on the tongue engage locks on the wings to prevent unfolding in transport.
  • Page 33 Refer to Figure 15 Figure 16 29306 6. Set CFM Marker/Fold switch to Fold. LED above Caster Unlocked switch blinks continuously. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 34 At lower speeds you also have time to check for hose pinching or kinking, as well as react to anything unexpected in the sweep arc. Figure 19 29334 Tongue Lock Engaged Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 35 Do not lower while any planter folding operations are underway or partially complete, with either hitch. Machine Damage Risk: Always raise the planter for any reverse/backing operations. Figure 22 29281 Planter Lowered Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 36 3-point hitch may be lowered while folded. Machine Damage Risk: Never lower planter while partially unfolded (with either Figure 24 26113 hitch). Wing row units can strike main transport wheels. CFM: Lowering Planter Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 37 In typical use during a single planting operation, it is normal for the lift cylinders to get slightly out of phase, resulting in uneven raising and lowering of the YP4025A Planter. Every 8- to 10 passes, or if lifting is uneven, re-phase the cylinders with this procedure: 1.
  • Page 38 Index Operating Instructions Folding the YP4025A Planter Fold the YP4025A planter for moves between fields and over public roads, and for storage. The distance between the tractor and the seed structure increases by 12 ft. (3.7 m) during folding. Planter, tractor, or both will move during this operation.
  • Page 39: Wings Locked

    Wing locks must be engaged for safe transport, and planter tongue must be lowered to keep wings locked. Figure 30 29243 Hydraulic tongue, if installed, must be in Float. Wings Locked Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 40 2. When all cylinders are fully extended, reverse (Retract) the control to unfold and return to planting. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 41 Never back the planter if PFC cart is attached. Reduction of Control Risk: Seed may be loaded prior to travel, but increases stopping distance, increases the need for caution in turns and braking, and increases tire wear. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 42  If markers are unfolded, fold them. Steering See “Folding the Markers” on page 64. Never exceed 13 mph (22 kph) in turns. The YP4025A  Raise planter. Planter is extremely heavy, and can cause “over-steer” See “Raising/Lowering Planter” on page 29 with most tractors.
  • Page 43 As necessary for auger clearance, open walkboard top railing. At each side, pull cross-pins out and make turn. Release pin into shallow detents. Swing railing toward hopper. Figure 33: 29309 Walkboard Swing-Down Rail Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 44 Index Operating Instructions Auxiliary Hydraulics Refer to Figure 34, Figure 35 and Figure 36 The YP4025A planter includes, as standard equipment, an auxiliary hydraulic circuit, intended to power a seed auger for loading bulk hoppers. The Aux quick-disconnect ports are on the frame. This circuit is shared with the markers (if installed).
  • Page 45 82 bu. hopper, planter lowered: 9 ft. in. (2.75 m) 82 bu. hopper, planter raised: 11 ft. 3 in. (3.44 m) 7. Add seed, mixing in lubricant continuously or per bag. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 46 Do not use liquid seed treatments. 9 ft. 6 in. (2.9 m) 150 bu. hopper, planter raised: 11 ft. 9 in. (3.59 m) 7. Add seed, mixing in lubricant continuously or per bag. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 47 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Changing the Seed Box or Hopper  The YP4025A planter accepts the Great Plains 82 bu. hopper,150 bu. hopper, or bulk seed boxes that meet the Pioneer ProBox® specification. Tipping and Overload Hazard: Place or remove a hopper only when empty.
  • Page 48 24. If installing an empty hopper for planting, load seed (and lubricant). 25. Open the slide gate. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 49 3. Open refuge hopper left and right slide gates  One slide gate may be left closed if there is a preferred reason. Figure 43 34851 Refuge Hopper (rear view) Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 50: Split Air

    Row Unit Seed Tube ® WSMT Servo Programming Air Box & Seed Manifold IntelliAg Console Priority Meter Pressurization Air Seed Delivery Hose Excess Air to Air Box Air Release Screen Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 51 Running a normal disk with no seed causes the air system to over-compensate. A detector in each seed tube reports seed passage to the seed monitor system, which reports counts and rates on the console Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 52 Fan rpm is reported by the seed monitor console. You may stop the fan by setting the circuit to neutral or float. The check valve slows the blades to a stop by locally recirculating the oil. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 53 54 - 64 lpm two readings should not disagree by more than a few ¹ This assumes a 2007+ Great Plains hopper, or older hopper tenths of an inch. with the vent line update. For an older unvented hopper, use the ...
  • Page 54 There are three to Figure 47 29309 four acres of seed in the system when the sensor first Air Box indicates box empty, depending on seeding rate. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 55 See page 18 and page 171 for important information about movements without a suitable tractor. See page 135 for ordering information. YP4025AMonitor operation is described in a separate manual supplied with your YP4025A Planter. Operations covered in that manual (and therefore not in this manual) include: •...
  • Page 56 Index Operating Instructions Electric Clutch Operation The YP4025A Planter has three clutches in the seed meter drive system. A clutch enables or disables groups of row units. The information in the table below is normally preset at the factory for your planter configuration.
  • Page 57 “Meter Brush Maintenance” on page 109. Meter operation is automatic from this point on. For hydraulic drive planters, an optional Remote Test ® Switch is available from DICKEY-john which allows Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 58 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Fertilizer Systems Overview The YP4025A supports one or two optional fertilizer boom systems: • one or two Type 2 single-section booms, typically used with on-board tanks, trailing SML tank cart, or a user-provisioned trailing cart, supplied by an optional planter- or cart-mounted hydraulic pump system;...
  • Page 59 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Hydraulic Pump Planter Tanks System Diagram L28 L27 Figure 54 36406 Hydraulic Pump Fertilizer System Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 60: Planter Tank

    Boom flow may instead be off-load flow for recovery of unused material. The recirculation circuit includes a Relief Valve which sends excess material back to the tanks in the event of blockage or valve misconfiguration. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 61 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Hydraulic Pump SML Cart Diagram Figure 55 36414 Cart Pump Fertilizer System Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 62: Sml Cart

    Normally open, this valve isolates the boom side of the strainer for servicing. Cart Outlet Valve This valve is open for field application and normally closed at all other times. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 63 Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Hydraulic Pump Fertilizer Systems Operation This information applies to planters with Great Plains hydraulic fertilizer pumps. For systems using customer provisioned components (pump, tanks or controllers), consult the documentation for those components. Refer to Figure 54 on page 53...
  • Page 64 9. Release the lock arm , lift handle to lift ground Figure 59 32364 wheel up to position it in-between lock arm. Locked Up Fertilizer Drive 10. Secure with pin clevis and cotter pin. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 65 For normal field operations, when applying fertilizer, set the system valves as follows: cart quick-fill: closed tank recirculation: open pump main discharge selector: open to pump and boom cart hose valve: open rear planter inlet: open Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 66: Tank Cart Hitched

    Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Trailer Operations The YP4025A planter optionally includes a trailing pintle hitch, intended for use with Great Plains PFC1600 or PFC2000 fertilizer tank carts. Hitching/hook-up and operating instructions are found in the tank cart Operator’s Manual.
  • Page 67 SmartBox system loaded, powered up Check supplier manual for tanks and pump. Check fertilizer section of monitor manual. See PFC2000/PFC1600 Manual. Check Seed Rate manual, and manual for fertilizer pump system. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 68: Initial Fan Rpm

    Install lift locks • seed spacing Set caster locks to ROAD • Fold planter press wheel operation • Lights ON fertilizer application (if in use) Transport Make necessary adjustments Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 69 Overhead Crushing and Sharp Object Hazard: Do not allow anyone to stand near or beyond the end of the If your YP4025A planter has markers, unfolding of the wings during marker operations. Marker arms are heavy and markers is performed only after unfolding the wings.
  • Page 70 2. Move lever/switch to Retract momentarily, and return to Extend to deploy other side. Monitor Operation Monitor operation is described in a separate manual supplied with your YP4025A Planter. Planting When all checklist items are complete, a planting pass normally consists of a few simple steps) 1.
  • Page 71 3. Raise the planter.See “Raising Planter” on page 30. 4. Fold the planter (optional). See “Folding the YP4025A Planter” on page 32. 5. Block tires. 6. Re-install the parking stand (“Hitching Tractor to Planter” on page 18).
  • Page 72 13. Lubricate all points listed in Maintenance to prevent rust. 14. Clean planter of mud, dirt, excess oil and grease. 15. Inspect YP4025A for worn or damaged parts. Make repairs and service during off season. 16. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips, and worn areas on the planter to protect the metal.
  • Page 73: Tongue Height

    Table of Contents Index Adjustments Adjustments To get full performance from your YP4025A Planter, you Even if your planting conditions rarely change, some of need an understanding of all component operations, and these items need periodic adjustment due to normal many provide adjustments for optimal field results.
  • Page 74 The following is a brief summary of steps: 1. Row orifice setup. 2. Relief valve setting. 3. Strainer setup. 4. Set rate on monitor console. Figure 72 31320 ® CDS-John Blue Fertilizer Pump Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 75 Adjustments Height Switch Adjustment s/n B1024H+ Refer to Figure 73 The YP4025A Planter includes a sensing switch that signals the seed monitor (and activates the optional hydraulic meter drive), when the planter is lowered for planting. The switch is located at the rear cross tube on the planter’s left side.
  • Page 76 B1023H- Refer to Figure 74 Planter is shown in raised position for clarity of height switch. The YP4025A Planter includes a sensing switch that signals the seed monitor (and activates the optional hydraulic meter drive), when the planter is lowered for planting.
  • Page 77 15 seconds, then restore it to the original setting. covers, and check for seed in meters by looking through the clear disks. Rows to check are those with longer hoses or sharper hose bends. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 78 Wait 5 to 10 seconds for the system to change increments. update, while you continue planting. Continue making small increase adjustments until the reported population levels out at the target value. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 79  If unable to adjust up to doubles (or skips happen instead), seed delivery is probably being starved of air. Increase fan rpm and repeat limit search. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 80 Terra-Tine Twin-Arm and 3. If tines are found to be rolling over, rather than Single-Arm with Extension moving trash, spring tension can be increased. See the Terra-Tine manual for details. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 81 , adjust the tine height for a running depth of 1 in. (2.5 cm) below ground level . Refer to Vantage manual (204-376M) further adjustments. Figure 80 22951 Vantage I Applicator Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 82: Side Gauge Wheel

    Refer to Figure 81 (which depicts a row unit populated with most optional accessories supported for use with the YP4025A) From front to back, a Great Plains 25 Series row unit can include the following capabilities (some optional): 1. Lock-Up Pin Storage Hole (Hole Standard) See “Row Unit Shut-Off”...
  • Page 83 With frame-mounted coulters, the seed trench is primarily opened by the coulters. Row unit springs provide only additional assistance needed to make a furrow “V” shaped and ensure furrow closure by the press wheels. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 84  Do not set all rows higher than notch four. Using high settings across all rows causes uneven planting. Individual rows may be set higher if running in tire Figure 87 27065 tracks. Row Unit Maximum Cam (at 6) Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 85: Umc-Rc (Unit-Mount Coulter Rc)

    6. Check the new height measurement. Refer to Row Cleaner manual 204-085M-A for further Figure 89 27343 information on use, adjustment and maintenance of row UMC-RC: Row Cleaner Adjust cleaners. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 86: Coulter Blade Mount

    (6 mm) above in. (9.5 mm) below in. (19 mm) below 6. Re-adjust row cleaners, if installed. If a worn coulter cannot be adjusted to satisfactory operating depth, replace coulter. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 87 If the blade cannot be brought into alignment, check that the blade spindle itself is using the same hole location on each side of the bracket. Figure 93 26126 25 Series Coulter Mount Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 88: Spacer Washers

    4. To reduce the spacing between the discs (the normal case), move one spacer washer from the inside the outside of the disc. 5. Re-assemble and check disk contact. Figure 96 26128 Opener Disc Spacers Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 89 If wheel does not contact disk at bottom to area where blade leaves contact with soil, move hex adjuster until wheel is angled for proper contact with Figure 99 26129 disk. Checking Wheel/Disc Contact Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 90 If it can touch tire, back scraper away from wheel until it cannot. 5. Center scraper angle on bolt until gap constant. 6. Tighten nut Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 91 Small treated seeds and edible beans || (2) (such as Soybeans) ||| (3) Corn, round popcorn |||| (4) Large corn, or heavily treated corn Bottom (5) Wide Open: Clean-Out Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 92 Don’t run the risk of an object lodging in a at the correct initial shutter setting. If so, re-set the seed pocket and causing on-going skips. shutters to the next higher opening. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 93 Seed Rate Chart, or to your own developed value. 9. On the seed monitor console, select the new Material, seed disk Cell Count, target Figure 109 29614 population. Disk Clamped 10. Re-install rain cover (page 85). Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 94: Sprocket Indexing

    Refer to the Seed Rate manual for details. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 95 Blank disks are engineered to simulate a seed disk with seed in all pockets. Blanks are particularly important on the rows with sensor lines to the pressure chamber. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 96 Do not pin the row unit while it is in the lowered position. 6. Lower row unit until lock-up pin rests on lower If the pin is inserted below the parallel arm, unit damage parallel arm. occurs as soon as planting begins. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 97 3. While holding the handle up, rotate the raised portion of the lever stop under both sides of the handle at the arm end. Remove the tool. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 98 3. Move the spacer and wheel to the forward of the two mounting holes at 4. Re-install the bolt, lock washer and nut. Tighten. Figure 119 22907 Press Wheel Force & Stagger Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 99 (View from beneath opener) If press wheel adjustments do not provide satisfactory furrow closing, your conditions may require alternate press wheels. A variety of wheel assemblies are available. Consult your Great Plains dealer. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 100 “Population Too Low” or “Population Too High” in the troubleshooting charts. screen close to the target population? If slightly under, see “Population Too Low” if slightly over, see “Population Yes: Too High”. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 101 3. Resume planting. 4. Check seed pool 3. Resume planting. for foreign matter. 5. Perform a one-row seed pool recovery (page 96). 6. Resume planting. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 102 4. Wait for seed fall to taper off and stop. 29744 5. Open the shutter to the operating setting. 6. Start or resume planting. Figure 122 29744 Seed Pool Recovery Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 103: Seed Delivery

    Clutch slipping, due to contaminants in clutch, or Lock-up clutch (page 50) until it can be overhauled or wear replaced Population, One Section Check chain slack. Skipping chain from drive to section Replace worn chain. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 104 Row has blank disk installed Replace with seeding disk. Seed sensor obscured Clean out seed tube (see page 108). Seed tube plugged Raise planter, expose bottom of seed tube and clean out. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 105: Shutter

    Check shutter. doubles Population, Single Row Worn seed-drop brush and/or strip Replace worn brushes. brushes allowing excess seed to pass Incorrect seed disk with higher cell Install correct disk. count. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 106 Air pressure may be controlled manually, consult DICKEY-john Signal from air pressure sensor lost. automatically (failed sensor or wiring) Planter/Drill Control manual, User Level control air meter pressure. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 107 Add Ezee Glide Plus to seed to dry out Little or no seed to a lot of rows with Seed treatment sticky. seed treatment. heavily treated seed. Treatment mixed unevenly and Clean out seed. Re-mix. plugging outlets. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 108 Adjust row-unit, see instructions beginning on page 77. Rough planting conditions. Rework the field. Seed firmer not in place and set to See “Seed Firmer Adjustments” on page 91. correct tension. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 109 Move assembly to properly position Y-tubes over row meters. correct tab. Sag in air hose due to incorrect frame Raise or lower the tongue so center portion of frame is level with height gauge wheel area. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 110: Speed Readings

    If speeds don’t agree during planting (with planter lowered), Monitor speed reading will only match Doesn’t Match re-calibrate radar speed sensor with planter lowered. See tractor with planter lowered Tractor page 174. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 111 6. Lubricate areas listed under “Lubrication” on page 124. 7. Replace any worn, damaged, or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Great Plains dealer. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 112 This step prevents meter pressurization air from leaking back against seed delivery air at meters that have low seed pools or are empty. Figure 124 29609 Seed Inlet Shutter Closed Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 113 The “FILL METER” function can divert all the air to seed delivery, but only does so for a short period of time (~90 seconds). b. The funnel wall is thin ABS. Scissor-type pipe-cutting tools may fracture it. Rotary-type pipe cutting tools may slip off. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents...
  • Page 114 This can cause false low population alarms. The planter includes a seed tube brush (Great Plains part number 891-259C). If the seed meter is empty, remove the seed disc and insert the brush into the seed tube from above.
  • Page 115 “skips” due to smaller seeds failing to release, and lower populations. If an obvious groove is worn in the drop brush, replace it. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 116: Strip Brush

    6. Relax the position of the brush holder, re-position the drop brush (see below), and re-seat the brush holder. 7. Starting with the bottom snap, swing snaps back into engagement. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 117: Storage

    Otherwise, store them on edge (and not leaning), or stacked horizontally on a spindle, to eliminate any risk of warps. Any seed residue on disks may attract pests. Fully enclose dry disks to prevent rodent damage. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 118 10. Reconnect the seed hoses. Reinstall the inspection field operations. port doors. Close the clean-out door. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 119 Refer to Figure 136 5. Re-set pop-out indicator if necessary. It is a good idea to keep a filter element on hand, and Great Plains recommends changing filters annually, if not more often. • Between planting seasons, store cab console inside in a relatively stable and dry environment.
  • Page 120 If it is necessary to further bleed fold system, see “Fold Cylinder Bleeding” on page 115. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 121 6. Retract the circuit until fluid appears at all fittings. Set circuit to neutral and secure fittings. 7. Extend cylinders and re-pin cylinder rod ends. Figure 138 29808 Fold Bleed Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 122 The shear bolt is a hex head cap screw, -13 x 2 Grade 5, Great Plains part number 802-130C, plus a -13 lock nut, Great Plains part number 803-019C. Install a replacement shear bolt on the vertical faces on the side opposite from the pivot bolt.
  • Page 123: Wing Level

    Wing Leveling Wing leveling check/adjustment is required prior to first use of the YP4025A planter, and periodically thereafter, for example, if soil conditions change dramatically. Refer to Figure 141 (which depicts planter on a paved surface - actual measurement must be with rows pulled forward in soil) 2.
  • Page 124 4. If adjustments are needed on either side, re-check the other side after each adjustment, and re-adjust it as needed. 5. Once level, tighten the lock nut Figure 143 29314 Leveling Outer Wing Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 125: Wing Alignment

    Index Maintenance and Lubrication Wing Alignment To check and adjust wing alignment: 1. Unfold planter. See “Unfolding the YP4025A Planter” on page 27. 2. Set tongue height (page 24). Lower planter. Pull forward. Refer to Figure 144 and Figure 145 3.
  • Page 126 Lift spring off idler assembly . Check that idler assembly pivots freely. Re-attach spring. Figure 148 29616 Check chain clip orientation. Check chain routing at 25AP Meter Drive Chain shank idler(s) (see page 162). Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 127: Side Wheel

    Sharp Object Hazard: bolt and tighten. Be careful when working in this area. Disk edges are sharp. 6. Adjust side gauge wheels. Refer to see “Side Gauge Wheel Adjustment” on page 83. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 128 Push new seed flap up through metal bracket until tabs on seed flap snap in place. If replacing with 816-302C: See seed flap replacement instructions above. Figure 152 18398 817-349C Seed Tube Flap Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 129: Strainer

    3. With valves open, remove the canister. Clean strainer and canister. 4. Drain tanks and lines. Remove boom end-caps to drain wings. 5. Re-install strainer and canister. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 130  Zerk is located on the left side of the pivot tube on both wings. This is to the outside on the left (shown with caster assembly dismounted), and to the inside on the right. 29319 Left Wing Right Wing Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 131 Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges 29320 Rockshaft to Axle Link Arm Two zerks; pin outside end, each link Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges 29294 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 132 One zerk each link; 2 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges Mainframe to Rear Sub-Frame 29318 One zerk each side; 2 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 133 One zerk each link; 2 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges Level Link, Aft End One zerk each link; 2 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges 29317 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 134 On both sides of each row-unit Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges 21960 Marker Joints Two zerks each marker, each wing; 4 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until Grease emerges 29177 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 135 Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube Quantity = Coat thoroughly  Lubricate chains any time there is a chance of moisture, and when being stored at the end of the 28416 planting season. 28417 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 136 Frame-Mounted Coulter (optional) Hub 13245 Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until grease emerges  Unit-mount coulter bearings are sealed, and require no lubrication or re-pack. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 137 (Hydraulic Tongue only) Four zerks; 1 each end of each arm Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges 26152 Tongue Latch 21924 Type of Lubrication; Spray lube Quantity: Coat working surfaces Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 138 One zerk each wheel; 1 or 2 wheels per row Type of lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until resistance is felt To avoid damaging the seal, do not add grease at high pressure. 26342 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 139 Eight bearings; 2 each of 4 wheels Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Re-pack Right Hand Side Gauge Wheel Bearings Seasonal Left Hand Side 29265 Four bearings; 2 each side Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Re-pack Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 140 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Seed Lubricants To maximize performance of Great Plains metering systems, it is imperative to use “Ezee Glide Plus” or Bayer Seed Fluency Agent. Ezee Glide Plus Talc+Graphite Mix 821-069C bucket, 5 gallon (19 liter) Ezee Glide Plus Lubricant “Ezee Glide Plus”is suitable for all seeds, especially...
  • Page 141 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Options Options Hydraulic Tongue A 3-point hitch is standard on the YP4025A, but a hydraulic tongue may be substituted. Option Packages Part Number Factory-Installed 401-482A Field-Installed 401-483A 26152 Weight Transfer System This option provides two cylinders and a control valve that transfer up to 1000 pounds (450 kg) of mainframe weight to each wing.
  • Page 142: Trailer Hitch Weldment

    See “402-520A Low Speed Kit Installation” on page 177. Markers Markers are a standard factory-installed feature on the YP4025A Planter, but may be optionally deleted (line item 401-569A), for example, if all planting is done via GPS navigation. If any possible future planting (or re-sale considerations) might require markers, do not delete them from the initial YP4025A Planter order.
  • Page 143: Semi Mounted Tank

    “Planter Fertilizer Tanks (Option)” on page 59. 29300 Fertilizer Carts Semi Mounted Tank SML-500 The SML-750 and SML-500 carts are semi-mounted trailing tank carts compatible with the YP4025A. These carts are intended for pre-mixed liquid fertilizers. Description Part Number 735 gal. (2800 liters) SML-750 510 gal.
  • Page 144: Single-Row

    2x200 gallon tanks (page 137), or the single 400 gallon tank of the PFC2000 cart (page 137). • a trailer hitch weldment, 401-467A (page 136), if a cart is used. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 145 Great Plains offers two models of VeriFlow nozzles: Description Part Number NOZZLE HI-VERIFLOW1 829-143C (0.25 to 2.8 gpm at 15 to 60 psi) NOZZLE VERIFLOW1 829-144C (0.15 to 1.5 gpm at 15 to 60 psi)
  • Page 146 For operations, see: “82 bu. Hopper Operation” on page 39 and “150 bu. Hopper Operation” on page 40. Refuge Hopper The 10 bu. (3.5 liter) refuge hopper may be purchased with the YP4025A or added later. Option Packages Part Number ® Yield-Pro...
  • Page 147: Terra-Tine

    Each part number outfits an entire planter: Coulter-Mounted Terra-Tine Packages Part Number YP4025A-1630 204-168A YP4025A-2420 204-168A YP4025A-3115, YP4025A-3215 204-168A YP4025A-32TR 204-168A 18400 For operations,See “Terra-Tine™ Adjustments” on page 74. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 148: Vantage I Coulter

    403-353A (15 in. single) YP4025A-32TR (30 in. twin) 403-355A Mounting kits include brackets only. SmartBoxes, with additional mounting hardware specific to the YP4025A, must be ordered from AMVAC. SmartBoxes are field-installed. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents...
  • Page 149: Swath Command

    1 in. (2.5 cm) depending on requirements to precisely align passes for auto-steer, Swath Command™ or with other operations, such as treatments, irrigation and harvesting. b. A customer-provisioned GPS receiver must provide an NMEA 0183 RS-232 connection, or an ISO 11783 (CAN bus) connection. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 150: Twin-Row

    Part Number YP4025A-1630, on every row YP4025A-1630 on every row 207-113A 207-129A YP4025A-1670 on every row YP4025A-1670, on every row YP4025A-2420 on every row 207-119A YP4025A-2420, on every row 207-123A Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 151: Unit-Mounted

    YP4025A Table of Contents Index Options YP4025A-3115 on 30 in. rows YP4025A-3115, on 30 in. rows YP4025A-3215 on 30 in. rows 207-113A YP4025A-3215, on 30 in. rows 207-117A YP4025A-3135 on 70 cm rows YP4025A-3135, on 30 in. rows Unit-Mounted Disk Coulters Optional unit-mount disk coulters are available with 15 in.
  • Page 152 This scraper cannot be used with Seed-Lok seed firmers installed. It is compatible with seed flaps and optional Keeton seed firmers. See page 176 for scraper installation. The spring-loaded carbide scraper requires no adjustment. 29185 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 153 One container is provided with the planter. Order the following part for additional or replacement containers. Description Order Number AIR METER CLEAN OUT FUNNEL 817-811C See “Funnel Conversion” on page 107. See “Meter Clean-Out” on page 107. 29992 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 154 34089 See “Seed Tube Clean-Out” on page 108. Seed Firmers The base YP4025A Planter requires a choice of row unit bundles which include one of three firmers: seed flap, Keeton, or Seed-Lok. Only one type of seed firmer may be installed at the same time. Order one per row.
  • Page 155 40000 lb 44300 lb Transport Tire Size 395/55B16.5 NHS Skid Steer Opener Down Pressure 235 to 475 lbs Opener Travel (Up Down) 10 in Opener Depth Range 0 to 4 in Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 156 22400 kg Transport Tire Size Standard: 395/55B16.5 NHS Skid Steer Opener Down Pressure 105 to 215 kg Opener Travel (Up Down) 25 cm Opener Depth Range 0 to 10.2 cm Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 157: Torque Values

    For assistance or information, contact your nearest Caster Steer (414 kPa) Authorized Farm Tire Retailer. Transport/ 60 psi ManufacturerWeb site 15-19.5 NSA 12 ply Caster (414 kPa) Firestonewww.firestoneag.com Goodyearwww.goodyearag.com BKTwww.bkt-tires.com/en Gleasonwww.gleasonwheel.com Titanwww.titan-intl.com Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 158 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Hydraulic Diagrams Fold, Marker and Auxiliary Hydraulics (standard) 29808 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 159 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Auxiliary Hydraulics (with Markers deleted) 29245 To Tractor Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 160 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Fan Hydraulics (S/N B1082H-) 29631 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 161 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Fan Hydraulics (S/N B1083H+) 38042 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 162 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Hydraulic Drive (standard) 29218 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 163 T o L b a s i c s a u l y d r i f t h e n d T o L r o d 25490 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 164 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Lift Hydraulics (standard) t o r r a c T o T 29217 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 165 Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Chain Routing Legend: Sprocket or idler Tooth count Chain Pitch count Direction of chain in motion Hydraulic Drive Chain Routing 29259 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 166 Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Over-Link Chain Routing Present only where row units are directly under link arms, presently only on 10 in. row spacings. 29260 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 167 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Wing Drive Chain Routing 29261 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 168 2 idlers at mount top chain passes between 2 idlers at mount top chain passes between 2 idlers at shank top chain passes between 2 idlers at shank Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 169 Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Fertilizer Pump Ground Drive Chain Routing (optional) 28417 28416 JohnBlue Pump Ground Drive JohnBlue Pump Ground Drive Lower Drive Chain Upper Drive Chain Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 170 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Information Seed Hose Routing Mechanical Routing, Left Side 29305 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 171 Wing Guide Rack Tube Row Unit 24 Row: YP4025A-2420 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 29298 Section Left Wing Left Center Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 172 Wing Guide Rack Tube Row Unit 24-Row: YP4025A-2420 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 29298 Section Right Center Right Wing Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 173 Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit 32-Row: YP4025A-3215E, YP4025A-32TR, YP4025A-32TR70 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 29298 Section Left Center Left Wing Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 174 Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit 32-Row: YP4025A-3215E, YP4025A-32TR, YP4025A-32TR70 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 29298 Section Left Wing Left Center Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 175 Facing forward/right, with planter folded. 48-Row: YP4025A-4810 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 29298 Section Right Center Right Wing Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Splitter Y-Tube Row Unit Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 176 Appendix B - Initial Setup Appendix B - Initial Setup Pre-Delivery Items These items are normally completed by the Great Plains dealer prior to releasing the implement to the customer. Install Upper Marker Components Marker disks and end tubes are removed for shipping.
  • Page 177: Virtual Terminal

    5. Repeat step 1 through step 4 for the other wing. To install a link, complete step 4 through step 1 in Figure 158 36422 reverse order. Weight Transfer Shipping Link See page 49 for initial weight transfer setup. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 178 Unfold the planter. Lower the planter. Unfold one marker. 2. Find the suggested initial marker Extension in the tables. Refer to Figure 161 and Figure 162 Figure 161 29301 Marker Extension Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 179 -2420 20 in. (50.8 cm) 255in (647.7cm) 215in (546.1cm) as -1630 (1st row 2) 30 in. (76.2 cm) 255in (647.7cm) 255in (647.7cm) * equipped with offset hitch (see Appendix B) Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 180 Table of Contents Index Appendix B - Initial Setup Hopper Level Sensor Installation Regardless of hopper/seed box used, the YP4025A planter includes a factory-installed seed level sensor in the airbox. If a 403-143K 82bu or 403-174K 150 bu. hopper was ordered with the planter, it includes an 833-235C hopper level sensor which is not factory-installed.
  • Page 181 , bolt , top flat washer lower lock washer and nut 10. Use tractor to raise hitch slightly. Store or deploy all parking stands based on next planned use of planter. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 182 Secure with bolts and whiz nuts 7. Re-mount the removed disc blade. Callout, Part & Description cross-references are drawn from a Reference Page. Figure 167 29853 Scraper Installation Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 183 Field Results Risk: Engage the idler for inch (2.1 cm/m) slack. ® Do not change the sprocket ratios in the DICKEY-john Secure the idler nut ® IntelliAg hydraulic drive setup. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 184: Row-Pro

    Optionally operate the Row-Pro™ system in Monitor Only mode, and note the forces reported. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 185  For twin row there are two valve sets per section: one for the front openers and one for the rear openers. Figure 170 32084 32088 Row-Pro™ Valve Sets Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 186 The DPLCM uses the readings from the load cell to regulate the air valves in order to increase or decrease pressure in the air cylinders. load cell Figure 172 32089 Load Cell Location (Opener) Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 187 If the system Figure 176 32098 loses pressure, check for leaks. Air Pressure Gauge 2. Use the Leak Test mode to cycle through the sections and check for leaks. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 188: Work Screen

    Inc/Dec: Sets the amount that the Target Rate is changed with each key press during planting operations. Figure 178 Float Mode ON/OFF Screens Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 189 If the reading is 0 mV, there may Figure 180 36551 ® be a problem with load cell grounding. See IntelliAg Screen “Row-Pro™ Troubleshooting”, page 178.  Initial Setup: Zero out the load cell reading. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 190 Signal wire grounded to frame. DPLCM. Replace damaged wiring. Row-Pro™ Maintenance Check the tractor cab air filter as per manufacturer recommendation. Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 191 This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Great Plains and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part. Great Plains reserves the right to inspect any equipment or part which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 192 YP4025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 193 ..........44 doubles ........72 case drain ...........46 console, seed monitor ...... 171 down pressure springs .......90 case drain Hose .........20 contact, gauge wheel/opener ..... 83 down pressure, hydraulic ....49 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Cover Table of Contents...
  • Page 194 ......58 frame-mounted coulters .....75 fan ........154 lock-up, lift cylinder ......31 fumes ........52 fold ..........152 lock-up, Seed-Lok .......91 funnel ........107 lift ..........158 lock, caster ........33 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Cover Table of Contents...
  • Page 195 ......... 15 seed treatment......39 re-phasing fold system ....... 34 paint ............66 seed tube ..........45 re-phasing lift system ......31 parallel arms ........76 Seed-Lok ......91 respirator ........52 parking ..........65 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Cover Table of Contents...
  • Page 196: Table Of Contents

    66 swath command .......143 transport, tank cart ......60 Work Screen ........57 sway blocks ........21 treatment .......... 142 WSMT.......... 44 switch panel ........171 treatment, seed ......39 symbol, safety ........1 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Cover Table of Contents...
  • Page 197 3-point hitching ........21 804-035C, washer ......175 838-266C, reflector .......6 3-point parking stand ......23 805-033C, lock-up pin ....90 838-267C, reflector .......7 32 kph ...........4 806-076C, U-bolt ......175 838-426C, decal .........13 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Cover Table of Contents...
  • Page 198 YP4025A Cover Table of Contents Index 838-599C, decal ........8 858-004C, decal .........11 858-030C, decal ........9 858-295C, decal .........18 890-840C, Keeton ......148 890-928C, scraper ......176 891-259C, brush .......148 Great Plains | 401-627M | 2019-03-04 Cover Table of Contents...
  • Page 199 Table of Contents Index Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 200 Table of Contents Index Great Plains, Mfg. 1525 E. North St. P.O. Box 5060 Salina, KS 67402...

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