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GREAT PLAINS TCN5107 Operator's Manual

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Read the operator's manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the
subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without
exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
© Copyright 2019
Table of Contents
Index
Operator Manual
Turbo-Chisel TCN
5107, 5309, 5311 & 5313
Manufacturing, Inc.
www.greatplainsmfg.com
Printed 2019-04-26
Index
41967
EN
566-170M

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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Index Operator Manual Turbo-Chisel TCN 5107, 5309, 5311 & 5313 Manufacturing, Inc. www.greatplainsmfg.com Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! 41967 Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Index Great Plains International (166-372M-ENG) Great Plains International (166-372M-CZE) Great Plains International (166-372M-HUN) Great Plains International (166-372M-FRA) Great Plains International (166-372M-LIT) Great Plains International (166-372M-BUL) Great Plains International (166-372M-RUM) Great Plains International (166-372M-RUS) Great Plains International (166-372M-GER)
  • Page 3 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 Product # Table of Contents Index Great Plains | Manual # | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    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 TCN5107-5313 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019...
  • Page 7 TCN5107-5313 Table of Contents Index Equipment Identification Equipment Identification This Operator manual applies to the following Great Plains pull-type primary vertical tillage chisels: TCN5107 2.7m, 7-shank TCN5309 3.43m, 9-shank TCN5311 4.19m, 11-shank TCN5313 4.95m, 13-shank See “TCN Specifications and Capacities” on page 60 for precise swath information.
  • Page 8 Date of Delivery Place Date in Service Options Post Code Country Voice Email Great Plains Regional Agent (If different than those on page 4) Agent Voice Street Place Post Code Email Country Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 9 Chock blocks are manually placed. Do not modify the TCN except as instructed by Great Plains. Do not use attachments other than as provided by or authorized by Great Plains.
  • Page 10 Plains dealer. They have trained personnel, repair parts and equipment specially designed for Great Plains products. Your machine’s parts were specially designed and should only be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always use the serial and model number (page 1) when ordering parts from your Great Plains dealer.
  • Page 11  Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible decals. 1. Symbols and colours in this manual, and on north american models, are based on ANSI standard Z535. Decals on international models are based on ISO standard 3864. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 12 Riders obstruct the operator’s view. Riders could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine.  Never allow children to operate equipment.  Keep all bystanders away from machine during operation. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 13  Lower Turbo-Chisel, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove the key.  Secure Turbo-Chisel using parking jack provided.  Detach and store Turbo-Chisel in an area where children normally do not play. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 14 It is the Operator’s responsibility to ensure that all other persons are excluded from danger zones surrounding or on the machine during its operation. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 15  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 16 41973 Reflectors: Red Triangles International: 833-399C North America: (North American models use 818-055C SMV reflectors, 838-614C red reflectors & 838-615C amber reflectors.) One each rear fluorescent panel; 2 total 42154 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 17 On rear of light bracelets both sides (above Orange); 2 total 41973 Reflectors: Orange International: North America: 838-603C On rear of light brackets, both sides (below Reds); 2 total 41973 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 18 Loss of vehicle control and/or machine can result. 818-188C Rev. C On speed limit braced, rear of On front of left truss (2nd from top); center frame; 42154 1 total 1 total 41971 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 19 41979 Warning: Tongue Rising International: 848-511C North America: 838-606C Front of hitch (rear); 1 total 41971 Danger: Crush International: 848-513C North America: 838-600C Front of hitch (front); 1 total 41971 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 20 Outside center frame angle (both sides); tube, front (both sides); 4 total 4 total 42157 41972 Warning: High Pressure Fluid 41971 International: 848-517C North America: 838-094C Front of hitch (middle); 1 total Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 21 (both sides; 3 total 41971 Caution: Tires Not A Step International: 848-507C North America: 818-398C 41972 On outside of truss, and center frame angled tube (both sides); 4 total Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 22 THE EVENT OF HYDRAULIC FAILURE. 838-613C Outside of cylinder mount bar (both sides); 2 total 41972 Danger: Cutting of Foot International: 848-781C North America: 848-271C On front of left truss (bottom); 1 total 41971 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 23 Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Preparation and Setup This section helps you prepare your tractor and TCN5107, TCN5309, TCN5311, or TCN5313for use, and covers seasonal tasks, and tasks when the tractor/Turbo-Chisel configuration changes. Before using the TCN5107, TCN5309, TCN5311, or TCN5313 in the field, you must hitch the Turbo-Chisel to a suitable tractor, inspect systems and level the Turbo-Chisel.
  • Page 24 Extended Parking Risk: When the TCN5107-5313 Turbo-Chisel’s are parked for extended periods of time, it should ideally be left in the unfolded, i.e work position for stability, safety and ease of access for maintenance.
  • Page 25 Remove a cushion if needed. Add the top plate . Secure from below with Grade 5 bolt Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 26 14. Mate lighting connector to tractor outlet. 15. Mate any optional or after-market electrical connectors. Figure 7 41995 36051 Lighting Connector European (North 16. Make connections prior to TCN5107-5313 movement. American) Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 27 Index Preparation and Setup Hydraulic Hose Hookup Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets. Hoses that go to the same remote valve are marked with the same color. High Pressure Fluid Hazard: Shut down tractor before making hydraulic connections.
  • Page 28 Park, and may not be engaged by any tractor Emergency Brake. Both brake systems include four chock blocks to be manually installed for parking the TCN5107-5313. The tractor cannot set the implement wheel chocks. Braking Hazards:...
  • Page 29 Braking Hazard: Do not use the TCN5107-5313 with a “single-line” air brake system. This Turbo-Chisel is designed for transport speeds that require an air brake system to be “dual-line”. A single- line tractor system cannot charge the tank that powers the Turbo-Chisel brakes.
  • Page 30 Always operate farm machinery with safety in mind. Pre-Start Checklist Perform the following steps before transporting the TCN5107- 5313 Turbo-Chisel to the field.  Carefully read “Important Safety Information” on page 5.
  • Page 31 Fold only while parked on hard level ground. If unfolding across a slope or while moving, implement may become unstable and damage to implement components and surrounding property. Damage is likely. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 32 Refer to Figure 17 At each wing, ensure the lock valves are in the closed position (90 degrees from side of cylinder ) as shown. Figure 17 42170 Wing Lock Valve (Closed) Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 33 -non- symmetrical. Refer to Figure 20 Hold the circuit at extended for several seconds after the wings engage wing stops on center frame. Figure 20 42175 Wing Unfold Progression Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 34: Lowering

    Do not lower while any folding or unfolding operations are under way or partially complete. Coulter disks and chisel points can dig in or drag on ground and be damaged. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 35 Figure 23 42176 Implement Raised / Lowered Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 36: Raising

    Unfolded Transport Locks: Wing Pinch and Crushing Hazards: The transport locks prevents the center section from lowering, Use transport locks to hold implement raised for extended periods. See page 27. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 37: Transporting The Turbo-Chisel

    Over-inflated tires or overt-tightened nuts can fail suddenly and cause loss of control. Loss of control can cause a major accident resulting in death, injury and equipment damage. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 38: Tractor Requirements

    Turbo-Chisel to a scale and get a precise weight. Transport Checklist  Plan the route. Avoid steep hills. Keep clearances in mind. Folded, your TCN5107-5313 is nearly 3.12m high and is 3m wide.  Hitch. Check that implement is securely hitched to a sufficient tractor (page 18).

  • Page 39: Brake Operation (Option)

    Consult your tractor manual for details on when remote brake ports are engaged and released. Note any variance from general behaviour in the table at right. Make sure the tractor operator knows when implement brakes are engaged and released. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 40 Tractor and implement reservoir tanks must be pressurized. implement service braking may not be immediately available upon tractor hook-up with the air/hydraulic system. Figure 28 42168 Air/Hydraulic Brakes Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 41: Transport

    Do not exceed 32 kph (20 mph). Comply with all national, regional and local laws when traveling on public roads. 10. Remember that the implement may be wider than the towing vehicle. Allow safe clearance. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 42: Hitching A Trailing Implement (Optional)

    Lift for tight turns and reverse moves. Tight turns can result in a section moving backward. Never back up with chisels on the ground. If the inside tire stops or rolls backward, the turn is tight and requires lift Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 43: First Time Field Adjustments

    , swing lock off turnbuckle and adjust the hitch turnbuckle . When done adjusting, be sure and swing turnbuckle lock Figure 29 41805 back down and secure with snap wire pin. Hitch Turnbuckle Adjustment Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 44 If possible have someone observe the machine during first time operation for levelness, front to rear and wings to center frame. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 45 The front shanks can be adjusted up 3” so they are at the same operating depth as the rear shanks. This will allow 6-8” chiseling depths with all shanks operating at the same depth. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 46 “settle” before coming in contact with the reels. Also in wet conditions, it is not advisable to apply down pressure on the reels as this will cause them to plug with mud. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 47 Once the proper tension is set, retighten the jam nut. There are no other adjustments to this attachment. Figure 36 41989 Buster Bar Settings Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 48 Store hoses ends in keyholes of hose holder bracket. 10. Disconnect hydraulic brake line (option). 11. Disconnect the safety chain. 12. Unhitch from tractor or leading implement. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 49 Clean Turbo-Chisel of mud, dirt, excess oil and grease. Grease exposed cylinder rods to prevent rust. 10. Use touch-up paint to cover scratches, chips and worn areas to prevent rust. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 50 Line(s) to tractor improperly connected Check connections. Trailer brake system disabled or malfunc- Check function with another trailer. tioning in tractor Tractor line pressure insufficient Have dealer check pressure at port. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 51 Flat spots on tires See ““Brakes always engaged, all wheels” Worn brake linings Check brakes. Replace worn linings Squealing from brakes (page 53). Distorted brake parts scraping Check brakes. Replace damaged parts. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 52 Your drag is an important part of the tillage operation. Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. “Safety 11. If machine is stored outdoors over the winter months, it is Decals” on page 9.
  • Page 53 Transport Locks Lower the implement. For the most current manual information, visit Great Plains website listed below. For more information on operating, adjusting or maintaining your Great Plains Discovator, assistance is available. Contact: Product Support Great Plains Mfg. Inc., Service Department...
  • Page 54 Do not set the machine’s own parking brakes, as this restricts cylinder movement. Put tractor in Park. Do not set tractor parking brake if it Figure 39 41998 also operates trailer brakes. Brake Master Cylinder Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 55 DOT5.1 is compatible with the braking system. Figure 42 41998 DOT5 is not. Brake Master Cylinder If there is any chance of confusion in your shop, use DOT3 or DOT4. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 56 Refer to Figure 46 and Figure 47 Figure 45 41998 The air brake system includes filters on both the supply and Air Brake Reservoir service lines, to trap any debris introduced during connection and disconnection. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 57 Brake Master Cylinder catch the filter screen when it falls free. Handle the filter screen element very gently. Great Plains offers only complete replacement filters, and not screen elements.  The inside diameter of the screen is the inlet side. The screen is entirely welded stainless steel.
  • Page 58 HEPA filter to vacuum work clothes after they are worn. Launder them separately. Waste Disposal - Dispose of discarded linings, used rags, cloths and HEPA filters with care, such as in sealed and Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 59 If you are unable to confirm that you are removing and on page 51. Have necessary safety equipment and tools on installing Great Plains approved parts, you may have linings hand. Make sure workers understand the hazards and how that contain asbestos. Some aftermarket brake shoes may to avoid them.
  • Page 60 If no parts need replacing, skip to step 49. injury or property damage. Always re-assemble brakes with either the removed parts (if serviceable) or Great Plains parts as specified in the Parts Manual (550-466P). Refer to Figure 51 19.
  • Page 61 Index Maintenance and Lubrication 20. As necessary, disassemble adjuster for cleaning. Inspect adjust pawl and rack for wear and damage. Great Plains recommends replacing the entire adjuster if any parts are worn or damaged. 21. Apply thin film of Lubriplate® 110 or similar to self- adjuster.
  • Page 62 34. Replace any shoes contaminated with oil. braking performance, or loss of braking, with the risk of an 35. If replacing one shoe set due to normal wear, Great Plains accident resulting in death, serious injury or property damage. recommends replacing all shoes on the machine.
  • Page 63 Secure with cotter pins 45. Tighten pivot bolts  -18 torque specification. Leave self-adjuster relaxed. It self-adjusts at first use. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 64 (not shown) with notches in nut. Figure 56 29642 55. Secure nut with cotter pin . Install dust cap Re-mount Hub and Drum Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 65 67. Spin and test brake the other wheel on that side. 68. Repeat step 66 and step 67 for the other side of the machine. 69. Check tire inflation, set parking brakes, and lower machine onto its own wheels. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 66 **** Equipped with 7” winged points on parabolic shanks The maximum hydraulic system operating pressure should be 207 bar (3000 psi). With a continued commitment to constantly improving our products, these specifications are subject to change without notice. Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 67 12-16  -18 ORB w/jam nut 24-33 18-24  -18 ORB straight 37-53 27-39  -16 JIC 27-41 20-30  -16 ORB w/jam nut 37-58 27-43  -16 ORB straight Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 68 Gang Bolt Torque 1 3/4”-5 1288 N-m (850 ft-lb (165 lbs on 5’ cheater). Wheel Bolt Torque Values 1/2”-20 (75-85 ft-lbs) 9/16”-18 (80-90 ft-lbs) 5/8”-18 (85-100 ft-lbs) Chopper Hub Spindle Torque 7/8-9 350 ft-lbs Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 69 TCN5107-5313 Table of Contents Index Appendix Dimensions (Transport) TCN5107 42163 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 70 TCN5107-5313 Table of Contents Index Appendix Dimensions (Transport) TCN5309 42164 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 71 TCN5107-5313 Table of Contents Index Appendix Dimensions (Transport) TCN5311 42165 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 72 TCN5107-5313 Table of Contents Index Appendix Dimensions (Transport) TCN5313 42166 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 73 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.
  • Page 74 TCN5107-5313 Table of Contents Index Appendix Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 75 .........21 hitch pin ..........35 parking ..........42 hitch turnbuckle adjustment ....37 parking brake ........59 hitching ..........18 DANGER, defined ........5 parts............46 hydraulic brake line ......23 decal replacement ........9 pattern, bolt.........59 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019...
  • Page 76 ..........35 Slow Moving Vehicle ......10 weight, implement ......35 SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) ....10 welding ..........8 solvents ..........52 Wheel Bearing Hub ......48 Specifications and Capacities ....60 Wing Depth Adjustment ..... 38 Great Plains | 566-170M | 04/26/2019...
  • Page 78 Great Plains, Mfg. 1525 E. North St. P.O. Box 5060 Salina, KS 67402...

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