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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!
Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
Printed 4/22/19
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Operator's Manual
3N-3010 and 3N-3020
Index
No-Till
21529
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  • Page 1 Index Manufacturing, Inc. www.greatplainsmfg.com Operator’s Manual 3N-3010 and 3N-3020 No-Till 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! 21529 Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
  • Page 2 Machine Identification Record your machine details in the log below. If you replace this manual, be sure to transfer this information to the new manual. If you or the dealer have added options not originally ordered with the machine, or removed options that were originally ordered, the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine.

  • Page 3: 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 4 Varying Rates with Pre-set Function .......87 GPS- Based Seeding ............88 Troubleshooting Flow Chart ..........99 Seed Rate Charts ..............101 Seed Rate Charts ............101 Small Seeds Attachment ..........105 Checking Volumetric Seeding Rate.......106 Appendix ................107 Hydraulic Schematic............108 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Cover Index...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 6: Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table Of Contents Index Great Plains

    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. 2Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 2...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents Index

     If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 8: Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table Of Contents Index Great Plains

     Because operating equipment safely requires your full attention, avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery. 4Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 4...

  • Page 9: Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table Of Contents Index

    Use a safety cage if available.  When removing and installing wheels, use wheel-handling equipment adequate for weight involved. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 10 Make sure all persons are clear of working area.  Do not turn tractor too tightly, causing drill to ride up on wheels. This could cause personal injury or equipment damage. 6Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 6...

  • Page 11: Safety Decals

     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: Great Plains

    Two reflectors total. 19100 Amber Reflectors 838-265C (S/N 1044UU-) Reflectors on outside ends of wings and center sections, 19100 Reflectors on both sides of tongue; Six reflectors total. 8Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 8...

  • Page 13: Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table Of Contents Index

    Reflectors on outside ends of wings and center sections, 19100 Reflectors on both sides of tongue, Reflectors on the outside of center section; Eight reflectors total. Daytime Reflectors 838-267C Reflectors inside ends wing sections; Two reflectors total. 19100 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 14: Great Plains

    Important Safety Information Negative Tongue Hazard 818-019C 19101 On top of the tongue; One decal total. Excessive Speed 818-188C 19101 On top of the tongue; One decal total. 10Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 10...

  • Page 15: Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table Of Contents Index

    On top of the tongue; One decal total. High Pressure Hazard 818-339C 19101 19101 On top of the tongue; One decal total. Crushing Hazard 818-590C 19101 19101 On top of the tongue; One decal total. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 16 One decals total. General Instructions 818-078C 19101 19101 On both sides of tongue; Two decals total. Tongue Weight 818-475Ct 19101 19101 On both sides of tongue; Two decals total. 12Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 12...

  • Page 17: Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table Of Contents Index

    Two decals total. Tires Not A Step 818-398C 19101 19102 On the front of tire mount; Four decals total. For Rib Tire 8-Ply (818-855C) 19101 19105 On gauge wheel tires; Four decals total. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 18 Four decals total. For Skid Steer Tire 838-426C 19101 19105 On transport tires; Four decal total. Falling Hazard 838-102C On ends of walkboards; 19101 19105 Two decals total. 14Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 14...

  • Page 19: Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table Of Contents Index

    196-366m Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Crushing Hazard 818-682C Two decals on first section of each optional marker; Four decals total. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 20: Introduction

    Table of Contents Index Introduction Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new product owners. This 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: Owner Assistance

    Further Assistance Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. and your Great Plains dealer want you to be satisfied with your new 3N-3010 & 3N-3020. 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 22: Preparation And Setup

    NOT BODY PARTS, to check for leaks. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. 18Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 18...

  • Page 23: Hydraulic Hose Hookup

    Preparation and Setup Hydraulic Hose Hookup Current Style Color Coded Hose Handles Great Plains hydraulic hoses have 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 24: Hitching Tractor To Drill

    6. Crank the jack until tongue weight is resting on the tractor drawbar. Unpin the tongue jack from the hitching stob. Pin the jack to the stob on top of the tongue. 20Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 20...

  • Page 25: Hitch Height Adjustment

    When hitching the drill to a different tractor, check for differences in drawbar heights and re-adjust the drill hitch accordingly. 19103 Figure 2 Hitch Adjustments Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 26: Bleeding Hydraulics

    2. Crack fittings at rod end of cylinders. Retract cylinders to purge remaining air from system. 3. Tighten all fittings. Extend cylinders and pin to drill lugs. 22Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 22...
  • Page 27 3. Reactivate tractor hydraulic valve until oil seeps out around another loosened fitting. Tighten that fitting. Repeat process until all loosened fittings have been bled and tightened. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 28: Leveling Frame Side-To-Side

    5. Repeat the steps above until the drill is level end-to- end when drilling in actual seeding conditions. 24Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 24...

  • Page 29: Box Alignment

    Adjust stop bolts (1) in or out until dimension A is 1/ 4-inch to 1/2-inch greater than dimension B. 19118 Figure 5 Box Alignment Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 30: Operating Instructions

    Repair or replace before going to the field. 7. Rotate both gauge wheels to see that the drives are working properly and free from foreign material. 26Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 26...

  • Page 31: Folding The Drill

    19124 2. When all cylinders are fully extended, momentarily reverse hydraulic remote lever to retract system 1/2 inch to maintain levelness. Figure 7 Fold Latch Handle Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 32: Unfolding The Drill

    Refer to Figure 9 4. Remove lock channels from center-section wheel cylinders. Store lock channels on frame gusset as shown. 5. Lower drill. 19101 19125 Figure 9 Removing Lock Channels 28Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 28...

  • Page 33: Field Operation

    6. Pull forward, lower drill and begin seeding. 7. Always lift drill out of the ground when turning at row ends and for other short-radius turns. Seeding will stop automatically as drill is raised. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 34: Electric Clutch Operation

    “Troubleshooting”, page xlix. Marker Operation Optional marker attachments are available from your Great Plains dealer. Before operating markers, make sure hydraulics are properly bled as described under “Marker Adjustments”, page xliv. Dual markers equipped with a sequence valve are powered off the same hydraulic circuit.

  • Page 35: Transporting

    18841 Clearance. Remember that the drill is wider than the 19101 tractor. Allow safe clearance. Figure 10 Seed Cup Door Adjustment Transporting with Markers Always transport markers in the folded position. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 36: Parking

    7. Unplug the drill light cable from the tractor. If outfitted Figure 11 with an optional monitor, unplug monitor harness from console. 8. Remove hitch pin and safety chain from tractor drawbar. 32Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 32...

  • Page 37: Adjustments

    To maintain a consistent depth, upward press-wheel movement is restricted by an independently adjustable stop on each opener. Refer to “Opener Seeding Depth,” page xxxvii, for information on how to make this adjustment. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 38: Coulter Adjustments

    Refer to “Rephasing Lift System,” page xxvii, “Bleeding Lift Hydraulics,” page xxii, or “Leveling Frame Side-to-Side,” page xxiii. 16271 Figure 12 Depth Control Adjustment 34Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 34...

  • Page 39: Weights

    Tighten nuts on u-bolts (2), then finish tightening the hex-head clamp bolts.  NOTE: There may be as much as a 1/8-inch gap between the clamp plates even when the coulter is mounted securely. 10300 Figure 13 Coulter Adjustment Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 40: Opener Adjustments

    20450 Figure 15 Adjustment Tool Refer to Figure 16 Minimum and maximum settings are indicated by position of adjustment cam. 12104 Figure 16 Adjustment Cam 36Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 36...

  • Page 41: Opener Seeding Depth

    • For shallower seeding, slide T-handles forward 12100 toward drill. • For deeper seeding, slide T-handles back away from drill. 18285 Figure 17 Seed Depth Adjustment Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 42: Press Wheel Adjustments

    5/8 inch bolt (1), lock washer (2) and nut (3). Reinstall spacer (4), press wheel (5) and hardware to the other hole location. 19101 18410 Figure 19 Press Wheel Setting 38Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 38...

  • Page 43: Side Gauge Wheels 20 Series Openers

    6. Keep turning hex adjuster and moving wheel arm until the wheel is adjusted properly. When satisfied, tighten pivot bolt to 110 foot-pounds. Tighten pivot bolt (2). 19101 18450 Starting Point Figure 22 Side Gauge Wheel Adjustment Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 44: Seeding Rate

    The charts list drive types as 1, 2, 3 or 4. Refer to Table 1 for correct sized sprocket for each drive type. TP-71245 40Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 40...

  • Page 45: Setting Seed Rate Handle

    Seed Cup cleanout is desired. The door may be difficult to close Door Handle off once it is opened. 18841 Figure 25 Seed Cup Door Adjustment Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 46: Checking Volumetric Seeding Rate

    Double check drive range sprocket combinations. • Check for seed cup malfunction. • Check that all three rows are getting seed. • Adjust seed-rate handle accordingly. • Refer to “Troubleshooting,” page xlix. 42Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 42...

  • Page 47: Electric Clutch Switch Adjustment

    19101 14560 Figure 28 Cam (Adjustment) Refer to Figure 29 5. Raise the implement fully and check that the switch is compressed as shown. 19101 14550 Figure 29 Switch (Compressed) Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 48: Marker Adjustments

    Loosen two 1/2 inch bolts (1) holding disk assembly (2). Rotate disk assembly as desired. 19101 17676 Figure 32 Marker Disk Adjustment 44Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 44...

  • Page 49: Seed-Lok Lock Up

    Opener disk blades may be sharp. Use caution when making adjustments in this area. 18282 To unlock Seed-Lok wheels, pull up lock-up handle (1). Figure 34 Seed-lok is spring loaded so it will snap back into place. Seed-Lok Adjustment Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 50: Marker Width

    Make further adjustments as necessary. The diagram below shows marker width for 7 1/2-inch, 10-inch and opener spacing with all cups open. 46Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 46...
  • Page 51 Wider row spacing can be achieved by shutting off certain cups. The figure below shows which rows to shut off, which to leave on, and the marker width to use. 20472 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 52: Harrow Adjustment

    Refer to Figure 38 To set harrow height adjust chain (10) by removing 3/8- inch bolt (11), and positioning chain as necessary. Reinstall bolt. 19101 18305 Figure 38 Height Adjustment 48Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 48...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Opener not penetrating low spots. page xxxvi. Use faster drive type and readjust seed rate Drive type too slow. handle. Seed cup flutes are open too far. Close flutes to a more narrow position. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 54 Some models do not have the same number of seed cups between each Verify number of seed cups in each box. bulkhead divider. The section with more seed cups will empty sooner. 50Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 50...
  • Page 55 Drill wanders back and forth in transport Adjust tongue shims on rub blocks or frame spacers. Adjust fold cylinders, refer to page xxii  Note: For Veris Drive monitor troubleshooting refer to page lxvi Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 56: Maintenance And Lubrication

    4. Check tire pressure weekly. Inflate tires as specified on “Tire Inflation Chart”, page cix. 5. Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to “Safety Decals”, page vii. 52Great Plains | | 4/22/19...

  • Page 57: Opener Maintenance

    Bring paper up until it stops. The distance must be between 1/2 and 1 3/4 inches. Add or remove shims as needed to get the correct contact point. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 58: Series Opener Disk Spreader

    Push new seed flap down through metal bracket until flap snaps into place with “T” top resting on top of bracket. 31047 Figure 43 816-302C 54Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 54...

  • Page 59: Drive System

    8. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and worn areas on the drill to protect the metal. 9. Cover with a trap if stored outside. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 60: Lubrication

    Intervals at which Multipurpose spray lube oil lube lubrication is required grease lube Drive Chains Required Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube Quantity = Coat thoroughly 19101 19113 19101 19106 56Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 56...

  • Page 61: Rockshaft To Frame Pivots

    Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until grease emerges 19101 19115 Gauge Wheel Arms to Frame Pivots Two zerks per gauge wheel arm Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until grease emerge 19101 19111 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 62: Horizontal Pivot Pins

    Quantity = Until grease emerges 19101 19125 Vertical Pivot Pins Left and right pins; one zerk per pin Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until grease emerges 19101 19125 58Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 58...

  • Page 63: Inner Fold Lug

    Left and right lug; one zerk per lug Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Fill until grease emerges 19101 19125 Transfer Drive Shaft Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until grease emerges 19101 19112 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 64: Coulter Arm Pivots

    Grease zerk bank on each drill section Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = About five pumps per zerks 19101 19110 Wheel Hub Bearings Seasonally Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Repack 19101 19114 60Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 60...

  • Page 65: Coulter Hub Bearings

    Index Maintenance and Lubrication Coulter Hub Bearings Seasonally Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Repack 19101 19109 Marker Hinge Points Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until grease emerges 19101 19108 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 66: Marker Disk Bearings

    Quantity = Repack 19101 14436 20 Series Side Wheel Bushing On both sides of each opener Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until grease emerges 19101 21601 62Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 62...

  • Page 67: Options

    “Transporting with Markers”, page xxxi. For information on how to adjust the markers, refer to “Marker Adjustments”, page xliv. 13008 To order the markers, contact your Great Plains dealer. Marker Packages Part Number 3N-30 LH NO-TILL MARKER...

  • Page 68: Harrow Attachment

    For Information on how to operate the Veris Drive refer to the Veris Drive section starting on page lxvii. For information on ordering the Veris Drive contact your Great Plains dealer. 19101 19977 64Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 64...

  • Page 69: Weight Bracket

    To order weight brackets, contact your Great Plains dealer. Weight Bracket Package Part Number 3N-30 WEIGHT BRACKET PKG 197-158A Coulter Tine To order the coulter tine, contact your Great Plains dealer. Coulter Tine Packages Part Number 7 1/2” Coulter Tine Package 249-028A 10” Coulter Tine Package...

  • Page 70: Specifications And Capacities

    2.4 bushel/foot; 72 bushels total Transport Tires 12L-15, 20-ply, 8-bolt Gauge Wheel Tires 11L-15, 8-ply, 6-bolt Contact Drive Wheel Tires 13 x 5.00 - 6 Tractor Requirements 225 - 300 horsepower 66Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 66...

  • Page 71: Veris Drive Operating Instructions

    196-366m Table of Contents Index Veris Drive Operating Instructions Veris Drive Operating Instructions Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 72: Important Safety Information

    Foreign fluids in the tissue must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene will result. Return hydraulic valve to neutral position before exiting tractor cab. Do not weld on drill unless electronic components are removed. 68Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 68...

  • Page 73: Drive Operational Requirements

     Drive will not operate an open-centered hydraulic system Minimum Hydraulic Pressure: 2200 psi Maximum Hydraulic Pressure: 3000 psi Maximum Required Flow: 15-24’ 8.5 gpm 30’ 10.75 gpm Electrical System: Voltage: 12 Volt DC Amperage: 4 amperes Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 74: Tractor Hookup

    Option 3: Connect to 12V Power Box (P/N 823- 202C). Connect female socket to power port adapter. 2. Connect red wire eyelet to 5 amp post. 3. Connect black wire eyelet to center (ground) post. 70Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 70...
  • Page 75 196-366m Table of Contents Index Veris Drive Operating Instructions Controller Menu 23251 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 76 Console less light above key is Engage key must also calibration num- for VR recipes. illuminated. be pressed to start bers, and VR drive operation. controller options. 72Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 72...

  • Page 77: Drive Calibration Number

    4. Use Up/Down arrow keys to set Calibration Number. Refer to Figure 49  NOTE: Select drive Calibration Number based on row spacing and metering wheel, from chart on page Figure 49 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 78 Use the Up/Down arrow keys to enter the number of rows. 9. Press Function key to advance to the next window. Refer to Figure 52 Figure 52 74Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 74...
  • Page 79 Refer to Figure 55 Figure 55 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 80  Press the Down arrow key to exit Calibration Mode if the drive area is not clear. 76Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 76...
  • Page 81 19. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to enter the actual amount metered. 20. Press Function key to advance to the next window. Refer to Figure 60 Figure 60 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 82 It is suggested that you perform the Calibration Mode least twice. Additional replications may be needed if Target and Actual amounts vary significantly. Figure 63 Calibration Mode 78Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 78...

  • Page 83: Speed Calibration

    3. Set two flags 400’ apart (or 100 meters apart if in metric mode). 4. Drive at normal field speed. 5. Press the Engage key when the tractor passes the first flag. Refer to Figure 66 Figure 66 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 84 Refer to Figure 69  If this is the first time the unit has been calibrated, this error has the potential to be large. Figure 69 80Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 80...
  • Page 85 Down arrow key if the distance error is 5% or less. Refer to Figure 70 Figure 70  NOTE: Speed Calibration been successfully completed for safe operation when the error is 5% or less. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 86: Prior To Field Operational Use

    (Variable Rate) mode. Leave Console in manual mode.  NOTE: For units with P/N 21567 skip step 3. 2. To double-check calibration before planting, follow same procedure as for mechanical ground drives as outlined in Great Plains Precision Seeding System Operator’s Manual, with these difference: • Volumetric:...
  • Page 87  If Controller is powered directly from the battery or via unswitched power port, make sure to power Console off when tractor is shut down, in order to prevent tractor battery drain. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 88: Calibration Table

    228386 4179 Soybeans 7.5” 116936 317225 18386 Soybeans 10” 116936 317225 13931 Soybeans 15” 116936 317225 9193 Soybeans 20” 116936 317225 6912 Soybeans 30” 116936 317225 4597 84Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 84...
  • Page 89 15” PSS Vol #3 403-094D 69.6 5.47 Oats 7.5” Wheat Narrow 403-060D 17.1 46.1 2.69 Oats 10” Wheat Narrow 403-060D 17.1 46.1 2.04 Oats 15” Wheat Narrow 403-060D 17.1 46.1 1.34 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 90  ****817-529C Flow Gate must be used in conjunction with 403-095C and 403-142D rice wheels.  NOTE: When calibrating, make sure that you choose a calibration speed that is representative of your average planting speed. 86Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 86...

  • Page 91: Varying Rates With Pre-Set Function

    Index Veris Drive Operating Instructions Varying Rates with Pre-set Function The Great Plains Precision Population Controller allows you to pre-set three different rates, and then change rates on-the-go by toggling from one rate to another rate with the Up or Down arrow keys.

  • Page 92: Gps- Based Seeding

    3. Under the APP tab, enter the Feed Delay as 3 seconds. Enter the distance from the GPS antenna to the Great Plains Mfg, Inc meter. Enter the Swath Width of the Great Plains unit. 4. Under the CTRL tab, enter the Nominal Rate as follows: Divide the highest rate on your recipe by 1.6.
  • Page 93 (SiteMate Settings, Step 4), and on the GP Controller Console (GP Settings, Step 2). These must be set to the same number. 4. Rates on GP Controller Console and on SiteMate do not match Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 94 SRAM or Flash card that is compatible with the PF 3000.) PF3000 Settings: Press SETUP key. Press SWATH key. Set swath to that of your Great Plains Precision Seeding System. 90Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 95 • Controller Time Delay: Set to 4 sec • Application offset from GPS antenna to your Great Plains Mfg, Inc Meter • Serial Port: Port 3 6. Press SETUP key. Press PRODUCT key. Select product and press EDIT SETTINGS. Set the following: •...
  • Page 96 GPS signal, or are you outside of field? 2. No Actual Rate appears on PF3000 • Actual rate cannot be logged using the PF3000 with the Great Plains Precision Population Controller. 3. Target Rate appears on PF3000 but not on GP Controller Console •...
  • Page 97 Unscrew lower canister from filter, catching and Figure 76 disposing of used fluid. Filter Element 6. Remove and discard element. Install new element (P/N 19856) 8. Clean canister threads and lube o-ring with hydraulic fluid, then re-install. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 98 INSTALLING THIS TESTER). Install 4-pin test plug on end of 4-pin power/com cable before powering the Cable Continuity Tester - remove before reattaching power/com cable directly to cab console. 94Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 94...
  • Page 99 12v power and check for magnetic pull with small screwdriver. Double-check connections on solenoid cable. if solenoid energizes but drive does not rotate when powered directly, tractor hydraulics are not properly engaged. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 100 If steady speed does not appear with speed simulator, external controller may need replacement. Call Service Department. b. Check radar gun angle. c. Check gap between wheel sensor and pickup plate. 96Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 96...
  • Page 101 Check o-rings and reinstall. Replace if necessary.  Fluid weeping from motor shaft seal: a. Excessive back pressure in return hose. Check quick coupler connection. Use motor control port for return if available. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 102 The drive did not turn when connection, solenoid cable and CALIBRATE ERROR calibration began. connection, and hydraulic lever position.  Press Function key will exit rate calibration from these error screens. 98Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 98...

  • Page 103: Troubleshooting Flow Chart

    196-366m Table of Contents Index Veris Drive Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Flow Chart Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 104 196-366m Table of Contents Index Veris Drive Operating Instructions 100Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 100...

  • Page 105: Seed Rate Charts

    Range sprocket combination • Maximum planting speed  Note: For your row spacing and desired seeding rate. Refer to “Seeding Rate,” page xl, for more information on setting and checking and seeding rate. Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 106 Drive Type 3 (Based on 10" 102 112 121 131 141 151 160 169 170 171 61#/bu) Pinto Bean 7.5" Drive Type 1 (Based on 10" 61#/bu) 102Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 102...
  • Page 107 109 123 134 149 162 176 192 205 219 232 237 239 Drive Type 3 (Based on 10" 101 111 121 132 144 154 164 174 178 179 64#/bu) WheatGrass 7.5" Drive Type 1 (Based on 23#/bu) 10" Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 108 Reed Canary 7.5" 2.25 10.5 10" 1.75 German Millet 7.5" 2.25 16.5 19.5 28.5 10" 1.75 14.5 Sudan Grass 7.5" 2.25 16.5 29.5 34.5 38.5 10" .175 15.5 104Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 104...

  • Page 109: Small Seeds Attachment

    Small Seeds Rate Chart, this page. 2. Set the range sprockets on both sides of the drill to Driver 15 driver and 60 driven. 19101 19113 Range Sprocket Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 110: Checking Volumetric Seeding Rate

    9. When finished reconnect seed hoses to openers. measured seed empty container – pounds per cup ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - 3 (number of cups measured)  pounds per cup number of openers pounds per acre 106Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 106...

  • Page 111: Appendix

    196-366m Table of Contents Index Appendix Appendix TP-71244 Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 112: Hydraulic Schematic

    196-366m Table of Contents Index Appendix Hydraulic Schematic 19101 19116 108Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 108...
  • Page 113 Operator’s and Parts Manuals or online at the manufacturer’s websites. For service assistance or information, contact your nearest Authorized Farm Tire Retailer. Tire Manufacturer Website Titan www.titan-intl.com Goodyear www.goodyearag.com Firestone www.firestoneag.com Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 114 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.
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  • Page 116 Setup ..........18 transporting .........31 Side wheels adjustment ..... 39 Specifications ........66 Needle valve Sprocket adjustment See Marker, needle valve drive speed range ....... 40 Note transmission ........ 40 definition ........16 Storage Great Plains | | 4/22/19 Cover Table of Contents...
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