Page 1 Table of Contents Index Operator Manual YP3025A ® 30 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.
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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.
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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: Seed-Lok
Appendix A................145 ® Seed-Lok Seed Firmer Lock-Up 83 Specifications and Capacities ........145 Press Wheel Adjustment ..........83 YP3025A North America Models ......145 Press Wheel Down Pressure 84 YP3025A Export Models ........146 Press Wheel Stagger 84 Hydraulic Diagrams ............147 Press Wheel Centering 85 Chain Routing..............154...
Page 5 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Look for Safety Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken. When you see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that follows it.
Page 6 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Wear Protective Equipment  Wear protective clothing and equipment.  Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose-fitting clothing.  Because prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss, wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.
Page 7 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Minimize Radiation Exposure The DICKEY-john RVS III Radar is an intentional radiator of RF energy. Although its radiated energy level is far below limits EN 61010-1:1993 A2:1995-Chapter 12.4, it is advisable not to look directly into the face of the unit.
Page 8 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Transport Machinery Safely • Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph (32 km/h). • Maximum speed when turning is 13 mph (22 km/h). • Maximum speed when backing is 3 mph (5 km/h).
Page 9 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Practice Safe Maintenance  Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment. Refer to this manual for additional information.  Work in a clean, dry area.  Lower the Planter, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before performing maintenance.
Page 10  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 11 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Daytime Reflectors 838-267C On rear face of axle (above Red reflectors); two total 31417 Amber Reflectors 838-265C 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;...
Page 12 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Danger: Crushing Hazard 818-590C Top center of 3-point hitch; one total (not present with hydraulic tongue option) 31417 Danger: Electrocution Hazard 838-599C One each side of marker upright arm, each side; four total...
Page 13 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Warning: Pinch/Crush 818-045C On front faces of rockshaft, above gauge wheels, On inside and outside face, wing caster weldments, On side face of rear axle weldment; eight total 31417 Warning: Speed 818-188C...
Page 14 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Warning: Pinch/Shear Hazard 818-579C Front and rear faces of inner marker arms; four total 31417 Warning: Overhead Marker 818-580C Front and rear faces of inner marker arms; four total 31417 Caution: Transport Locks 818-351C On left side of tongue near hitch;...
Page 15 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Caution: Tires Not A Step 818-398C One front face each wing gauge wheel, 31395 One each side front center axle, One each rear face of rear caster arms; 8 total 31395 31395 Caution: Read Operator’s Manual...
Page 16: Seed Rate Charts
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new ® product owners. The 30 Foot 3-Section Yield-Pro ® Planter with Air-Pro Seed Meters (YP3025A Planter) has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials.
Page 17 Refer to Figure 2 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 18 Index Introduction Further Assistance Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. and your Great Plains dealer want you to be satisfied with your new planter. 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 19 Index Preparation and Setup This section helps you prepare your tractor and YP3025A 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 20 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 21 The fan motor further requires hookup of a third line, which returns hydraulic fluid from the fan motor case. 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.
Page 22 Connector Identification Hitching with 3-Point Refer to Figure 7 1. If the Planter is model YP3025A-2415 (“Even Row 15 inch”), check the configuration of the hitch offset at “YP3025A-2415 3-Point Hitch” on page 176. 2. Connect your tractor 3-point to the Planter 3-point hitch.
Page 23 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Hitching with Hydraulic Tongue (Option) Refer to Figure 8 4. Move the tractor to near hitching position. OPEN 5. Connect the hydraulic hoses for the tongue circuit. This needs to be done before hitching in order to raise and lower the tongue.
Page 24 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Parking Stands Store Main Parking Stand Refer to Figure 10 1. Raise the tractor hitch slightly to lift parking stands off ground. 2. Remove the lower pin and the upper pin holding the parking stand 3.
Page 25: Starter
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Fertilizer Connection Types Type Description 2-section, Planter manifold and pump: Starter inlet only 3-section, cart manifold and pump: Left, Center, Right inlets & Gauge line Making Fertilizer Connections Tank cart with 3-line pumped tank and 1-line gravity tank, planter Planter w/ Type 2 and Type 3 Manifolds, &...
Page 26 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Heights and Leveling All frame sections must be at the correct height and level  Level frame in planting conditions. to maintain even planting depth. Failure to do so may result in implement not producing desired results.
Page 27 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Row-Pro™ Setup (Option) YP3025 only: The factory default setting for down-force is likely to differ from that required by your field conditions at first use. Before modifying the monitor setting for down-force, determine what actual down force is ideal for the initial use of the planter.
Page 28 Index Preparation and Setup Lock Up Fertilizer Drive YP3025A serial number B1006W+ Loss of Control and Sharp Object/Crushing Hazards: Do not lift or lower wheel by spoke or rim; use handle only. Keep feet out from under wheel. 90 pounds (41 kg) force is required to lift wheel.
Page 29: Tongue Lock
 Check hydraulic hoses, fittings, and cylinders for leaks. Repair or replace before going to the field. Fold/Unfold Lock Overview The YP3025A planter includes five sets of locks for the frame, wings and casters: Refer to Figure 17 1. Wing locks: Hooks on the tongue engage locks on the wings to prevent unfolding in transport.
Page 30 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Unfolding the YP3025A Planter The distance between the tractor and the seed structure decreases by 12 feet (3.7 m) during unfolding. Planter, tractor, or both will move during this operation. Crushing, Pinch-Point and Overhead Hazards - To prevent serious injury or death: ...
Page 31 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Unfolding, Continued ... Machine Damage Risk: Raise hitch before unfolding. If hitch is not raised, wing locks will remain in transport hooks. Wings will not unfold, and machine damage is possible. 8. Set CFM Marker/Fold switch to Fold.
Page 32 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Raising/Lowering Planter Refer to Figure 23 Planter raising/lowering relies on the four lift cylinders at the mainframe and wing end gauge wheels. The Planter must be raised for folding and unfolding. The Planter will not lower to the ground if transport locks are installed.
Page 33 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Raising Planter Refer to Figure 26 1. If the Planter has hydraulic hitch, set the Lift/Hitch Pinch/Crush Risk: switch to LIFT. Keep all personnel clear of center section and seed cart while raising tool bar. The wheels move inward.
Page 34: Transport Lock
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 YP3025A Planter. Every 8 to 10 passes, or if lifting is uneven, re-phase the cylinders with this procedure: 1.
Page 35 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Folding the YP3025A Planter Fold the planter Planter for moves between fields and over public roads, and for storage. The distance between the tractor and the seed structure increases by 12 feet (3.7 m) during folding. Planter, tractor, or both will move during this operation.
Page 36 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Refer to Figure 31 If caster locks are engaged (handle in FIELD position), they must be released before folding. Machine Damage Risk: Caster locks must be disengaged for transport. 5. At each wing caster, move the lock control handle to the ROAD position.
Page 37 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Re-phasing Fold System In typical use during a single planting operation, it is normal for the fold cylinders to get slightly out of phase, resulting in uneven folding and unfolding of the planter.
Page 38: Umc (Unit-Mount Coulter)
Index Operating Instructions Loss of Control Hazard: Do not exceed 13 mph (22 kph) in turns. The YP3025A Planter is extremely heavy, and can cause “over-steer” with most tractors. The leading gauge wheels and rear-most transport wheels, and tank cart lead wheel fully caster, and provide no resistance to side sway by the planter or cart.
Page 39  Plan the route. If towing a cart hitched to the Planter, plan the route so that no reverse movements will be necessary. Avoid steep hills. Keep Clearances in mind. Folded, your YP3025A Planter may be nearly 15 feet (4.6 m) wide and 13 feet (4 m) high.  Hitch.
Page 40 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Refer to Figure 35 Two tools are in mounts on the bottom of the walkboard: a wrench; ® an Air-Pro Meter clean-out funnel. It is easier to remove and replace these tools with the Planter lowered.
Page 41 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 3. If the machine has markers, at the left wing tool bar, move the lever on the manual valve from Marker (lever pointing forward) to Aux (lever pointing back). 4. Connect the implement requiring hydraulic power.
Page 42 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 82 Bu. Hopper Operation Tipping Hazard: Approximate capacity of 82 bu. bulk seed hopper, Load an 82 bu. hopper only when mounted on the cart. A full in bushels, at 10 inch increments.
Page 43 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 150 Bu. Hopper Operation Tipping Hazard: Approximate capacity of 150 bu. bulk seed Load a 150 bu. hopper only when mounted on the cart. A full hopper, in bushels, at 10 inch increments.
Page 44 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Changing the Seed Box or Hopper  The YP3025APlanter 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. A full hopper can...
Page 45 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 14. Lower the container to the ground for exchange with the next seed container. 15. If mounting a seed box for the first time in a season, open the new seed box and measure out approximately 3 gallons (11 liters) of seed into a pail.
Page 46: Split Air
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Air System Operation Figure 46 29595 ® Yield-Pro Air System for Air-Pro Seed Metering Meter Pressurization System Elements ( shows air direction) ® Hydraulic Fan Pressure Sensor Lines Air-Pro Seed Meter Split-Air Manifold...
Page 47 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Air System Overview The hydraulic fan supplies air for both seed delivery and meter operation. Fan rpm is operator-adjusted (page 45) via the tractor’s hydraulic flow control, and reported by the seed monitor system. The rest of the system is fully automatic.
Page 48 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Fan Circuit Operation See also “Fan and Adjustment” on page 63. Refer to Figure 47 Three hydraulic hoses serve the fan, and must be properly connected for the fan to operate in the correct...
Page 49 54 - 64 lpm There is also a Magnehelic® air pressure gauge. These ¹ This assumes a 2007+ Great Plains hopper, or older hopper two readings should not disagree by more than a few with the vent line update. For an older unvented hopper, use the tenths of an inch.
Page 50 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Y-Tubes Refer to Figure 48 Y-tube gates can be shut off to feed only one row for single-row planting on a twin-row machine. In the photograph, the left meter tube is open and the right closed.
Page 51: Seed Pool
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions ® Air-Pro Meter Operation Refer to Figure 50 The meter disk is driven, top forward, by a chain drive (not shown) always connected to the section drive shaft (or optional Row-Pro™ clutch). At non-planting rows, always use a blank disk (page 80).
Page 52: Swath Command
See page 16 and page 170 for important information about movements without a suitable tractor. See page 129 for ordering information. Clutch Operation The YP3025A Planter has drive system clutches, which enable or disable row unit meter drive: • (standard) an electric clutch for each planter section (left wing, center, tight wing;...
Page 53: Swath Command
Planter configuration. Clutch Switch Coverage Model Rows- Clutch Overrides Left Center Right In the event of clutch problems, the systems are YP3025A - 1230 01-04 05-08 09-12 designed to act as follows: YP3025A - 16TR36 01-04 05-12 13-16 •...
Page 54 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions When at a cutout, the bolt will screw in with minimal resistance until the bolt head reaches the clutch face. 4. Re-install the plugs so they are not lost.  Use only the provided 14 mm length bolts. Longer bolts will damage the clutch.
Page 55 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Fertilizer Tanks (Option) Agricultural Chemical Hazards: Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Wear proper protective equipment as required by chemical manufacturer. Avoid prolonged breathing of chemical fumes. Wear respirator as required by chemical manufacturer. Some chemicals will cause serious burns, lung damage and death.
Page 56: Tank Pump Control
Loss of Control Hazard: Do not attach a tank cart of more than 550 gallons capacity (this includes the Great Plains semi-mounted 735/1000 carts and the PFC1600/2000 carts). A cart over 550 gallons represents an unstable load, which could lead to a major accident resulting in equipment damage, serious injury or death.
Page 57: Tongue Height
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Field Set-Up Checklists Use the following tables to develop a final checklist for your tractor/Planter configuration. Additional or fewer steps may be necessary depending on tractor features, Planter options and planting accessories. Mechanical Checklist...
Page 58 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Hydraulic Planter Drive Checklist Page Meters Checklist Page Check chain lubrication and slack Correct disks for seed Corn? Input initial values for desired population Check timing of meters for twin-row Pre-run system using manual ground speed Check chain tension.
Page 59: Initial Fan Rpm
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Field Operation Perform all steps in “Pre-Start Checklist” on page 25 and “Field Set-Up Checklists” on page 53. First Pass Operation Checklist Page Ending Planting Checklist Page Set tractor 3-point hitch to “depth control”...
Page 60 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions Marker Unfolding Electrocution Hazard: Beware of overhead electrical lines. If the markers contact lines, the tractor, raised Planter and any cart can become “hot” with no indication. A person standing on the ground and touching equipment can complete the circuit.
Page 61 Retract momentarily, and return to Extend to deploy other side. Monitor Operation Monitor operation is described in a separate manual supplied with your YP3025A Planter. Operations covered in that manual (and therefore not in this manual) include: •...
Page 62 “Raising Planter” page 29. 4. Fold the Planter (optional). See “Folding the YP3025A Planter” on page 31. 5. Block tires. 6. Re-install the parking stand (“Hitching Tractor to Planter” on page 16). Refer to Figure 62 (shown without tractor for clarity) 7.
Page 63: Seed Treatment
Long-Term Storage Complete Parking steps first. 1. Park the planter indoors if possible, per the steps above. Great Plains recommends parking/storing in the raised configuration, folded, on the parking stands and with all lift cylinder locks installed. 2. If no hopper or seed box is mounted, cap air box.
Page 64 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments To get full performance from your YP3025A 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 65 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Setting Material Rates Planting Rate Adjusting the planting rate requires the following: 1. Monitor configuration: The seed monitor must be set up with the correct row count, row spacing and disk cell count. See the Seed Rate Manual (SRM) and the DICKEY-john®...
Page 66 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Marker Adjustments There are three adjustments and two maintenance items for markers: • Disk Angle (following) Even if your row spacing rarely changes, you may need to adjust disk angle for soil conditions and planting speed.
Page 67 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Fan and Adjustment 1. These steps presume that correct seed disks are installed (Seed Rate Charts), and the seed inlet shutters are set for the seed (page 76). 2. With fan off, check meter pressurization reported by seed monitor.
Page 68 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments 12. During the first pass, take note of the average Small seeds, such as Milo, may be under-reported. Use populations reported on the seed monitor. the “Alternate Skip/Double Check” below to verify Typical Location: Item: seed status at the disc pockets.
Page 69 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Fine-Tuning Meter Pressurization After several passes, and you are comfortable with the Alternate Skip/Double Check Planter’s operation, optimize meter Small seeds, particularly Milo, are less reliably sensed as pressurization. Use this method during longer passes, so...
Page 70 The mesh screen size must be compatible with the orifice plates in the distribution system. Refer to the Seed Rate manual. Great Plains recommends checking with your local agronomist as soil conditions vary. Soil conditions in your area may need less or more fertilizer than represented in these charts.
Page 71 Refer to Figure 68 (which depicts a row unit populated with most optional accessories supported for use with the YP3025A) 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 72 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Row Unit Down Pressure Refer to Figure 69 Row unit down force is created by: + cam-adjusted spring force, + the weight of the row unit, - variable force removed by the optional Row-Pro™...
Page 73 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments An adjuster cam sets down force individually for each row unit. With the optional Row-Pro™ system, the cam sets maximum down force. Refer to Figure 73 Cam Notch Pounds Kilograms zero (out of notch) Lock-Up &...
Page 74: Umc (Unit-Mount Coulter)
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Unit-Mount Cleaner Adjustments Refer to Figure 75 and Figure 76 Optional Martin row cleaners are unit-mounted, using: UMRC: Unit-Mount Row Cleaner (stand-alone), or UMC-RC: Unit-Mount Coulter RC (on coulter bracket, with or without a coulter disk present).
Page 75: Coulter Blade Mount
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Coulter Adjustments  Coulters are not factory-installed. Check alignment and depth prior to first use. Coulter Depth Adjustment The ideal operating depth for coulters is inch (6 mm) above opener depth. Although they may have originally been set to this depth, coulter (and opener) blades wear with time, and may need adjusting.
Page 76 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Coulter Row Alignment Refer to Figure 79 For unit-mounted coulters, the ideal alignment is for the blade to open a furrow directly ahead of the opener discs. As a check on coarse alignment, sight along the coulter...
Page 77 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Row-Unit Opener Disk Adjustments 25 Series openers have three adjustments: 1. planting/seed depth 2. opener disc to disc clearance 3. gauge wheel/opener disk clearance (page 74) Setting Planting Depth Refer to Figure 81 The “T” handle...
Page 78 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Side Gauge Wheel Adjustment Side Gauge Side Gauge Refer to Figure 84 and Figure 85 Wheel Wheel Disc-to-wheel angle and clearance ideally has the wheel Opener just touching the disk when the wheel is raised to Disks planting depth (is up against the stop set by the “T”...
Page 79 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments • If wheel does not fall freely, loosen hex-head bolt and slide wheel arm out just until wheel and arm move freely. Tighten hex-head bolt according to grade: inch Grade 5 bolt on 25 series, 75 ft-lbs (102 N-m).
Page 80 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Seed Meter Setup and Adjustment There are adjustments for seed inlet, and choice of disks. There are no other adjustments, in particular no brush adjustments, at the meter. Meter Rain Cover The rain cover keeps side winds from unseating seed in disk pockets.
Page 81: Seed Pocket
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Optimal Seed Pool Slopes The optimal seed slope is one that results in the most consistent seeding, with minimal skips and doubles. The column at right has photographs of pool slopes found to 8:00 be optimal for representative seeds.
Page 82 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments ® Air-Pro Meter Disk Installation 1. Cross-check Seed Rate Chart data against part number/description molded into disks to be used. Population Risk: Use the same disk in all active rows. 2. Inspect disks to be installed. Do not install damaged or excessively worn disks.
Page 83 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Removing a Seed Disk Refer to Figure 97 1. Remove rain cover. If seed is present, close shutter to prevent more seed from entering meter. Attach funnel (page 99). 2. Hold seed disk in meter. Rotate disk clamp counterclockwise 45...
Page 84 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Row Unit Shut-Off Skip-row operations, such as planting from every other row when switching from 30 inch twin-row to 30 inch single-row, requires shutting down unused rows. Shutting off seeding at a row involves 4 to 7 steps: 1.
Page 85 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments 4. Close Y-Tubes Refer to Figure 100 If any shut-off rows are served by a Y-tube, close the valve for the branch to that row. Rotate the valve cap until the indicator/handle is perpendicular to the tubes.
Page 86 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments Seed Firmer Adjustments Series 25 row units include a standard seed flap, and accept one of two optional seed firmers (which may be included in your selected opener bundle). Sharp Object Hazard: Row unit disk blades may be sharp. Use caution when making ®...
Page 87 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments ® Seed-Lok Seed Firmer Lock-Up ® Optional Seed-Lok firming wheels provide additional seed-to-soil contact. The wheels are spring loaded and do not require adjusting. In some wet and sticky conditions the wheels may accumulate soil. To avoid problems associated with this, you can lock-up the firmers.
Page 88 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Adjustments There are three adjustments available on the press wheel assembly: Refer to Figure 105 1. Down pressure (shown at maximum) 2. Wheel stagger (shown staggered) 3. Centering (see Figure 107 on page 85) Press Wheel Down Pressure...
Page 89 5. Tighten both hex head bolts (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. 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 90 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Planting Rate Problems When starting up with a new planter, a new crop or a new For seed monitor issues, see also the DICKEY-john® population it is important to physically double check what Planter/Drill Control User Manuals, “TROUBLESHOOTING &...
Page 91 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Seed Pool Troubleshooting Figure 108 29743 ® Rear Cross-Section of Air-Pro Meter in Normal and Row-Failed Conditions Normal: Normal: Delivery Blockage or Bridging: Bridging: Filling Filled Back-flow Starvation Screen Shutter Seed pool at shutter...
Page 92 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Seed Pool Recovery When a meter has been starved of seed, back-flow of air through the open shutter reduces delivery air flow. This causes seed delivery to be slow. If you start or resume planting with an empty seed pool, the delivery flow may be too low to keep the meter supplied.
Page 93 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Population Too Low Problem Cause Solution Compare the air pressure reported on the monitor console to the Overall Low mechanical gage. If they do not match: Population • Inspect the inch sample lines from the row units up (cont.)
Page 94: Seed Tube
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Population Too Low Problem Cause Solution Shutter opening too wide - interfering with Adjust shutter to lower setting. meter pressurization Population, Single Row Shutter opening too narrow - starving meter Adjust shutter to higher setting.
Page 95: Setup
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Population Too High Problem Cause Solution Incorrect seed rate Check seed rate charts Overall High Population Two seeds per pocket on the disk (doubles), Methodically decrease the controlled air to the meter. See due to excess meter pressurization “Fan and Adjustment”...
Page 96 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Population Related Problem Cause Solution Run with rain covers in place to minimize ambient light Mismatch intrusion. Use the population adjustment factor in the Dickey Between Small seeds (example milo) are not reliably John monitor system to compensate for missed seeds. For...
Page 97: Treatment
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting Seed Delivery Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Loosen pipe and spin so the bend is straight down and Single row doesn’t fill Y tube is bent/angled off feed pipe. Y-tube is not pointing to front or rear of air pipe.
Page 98 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution See “Population Troubleshooting Charts” on page 88. Uneven seed spacing 1. Increase field speed. Hydraulic meter drive motor rpm too low 2. Use a seed wheel with lower cell count for reliable control by proportional valve.
Page 99 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Row-unit plugged with dirt. Clean row-unit. Row-unit discs not Planting conditions too wet. Wait until drier weather. turning freely Incorrect side depth wheel adjustment See “Side Gauge Wheel Adjustment” on page 74.
Page 100 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Maximum down float should be limited by the slot at the rod end of Marker disk Marker folding linkage does not have the marker cylinder, refer to page 174.
Page 101 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Proper servicing and maintenance is the key to long implement life. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, downtime, and repair. Always turn off and remove the tractor key before making any adjustments or performing any maintenance.
Page 102 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Material Clean-Out When planting is completed, it is commonly the case that some seed remains. There may be seed in the hopper or bulk box, seed in the airbox, a small amount of seed in Entrapment and Rapid Suffocation Hazard: the hose lines, and seed in the meters.
Page 103 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Refer to Figure 112 8. If the Planter has Y-tubes, shut off the gates at all of the Y-tubes. 9. Turn on the air fan and let it run. Use the “SPLIT AIR -” softkey...
Page 104: Storage
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 105 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Meter Brush Maintenance Possible Chemical Hazard: Wear a respirator for brush cleaning. Brushes will have talc and graphite residue, and may have residues of hazardous seed treatments. Refer to Figure 116 A HEPA vacuum cleaner is recommended for brush cleaning.
Page 106 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Meter Brush Replacement Consult the Parts manual (401-705P) for current replacement part numbers. Refer to Figure 117 Tufted Brush Replacement 1. Remove and save both 10-24 hex head cap screws and Nylock nuts (not shown).
Page 107 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Seed Disk Maintenance Refer to Figure 119 When removing seed disks, inspect them for wear and damage. If there is any seed dust or treatment build-up in the cell pockets , or along the raised wiper ridges clean the disks and re-inspect.
Page 108 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Air Box Residue Clean-Out Planting in extremely dusty conditions, particularly dusty and humid conditions, or otherwise sticky soils, can lead to air residue build-up inside the airbox. This residue can cause seed delivery blockages.
Page 109 Refer to Figure 123 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 110 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Bleeding Hydraulics High Pressure Fluid Hazard: Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working JIC Torque Chart with hydraulic systems. Escaping fluid under pressure can...
Page 111 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Lift Cylinder Bleeding Refer to Figure 124 1. Unfold and lower Planter. 2. Unpin rod ends of all lift cylinders. Position cylinders so that rod ends may extend without striking machine parts.
Page 112 The shear bolt is a hex head cap screw, -13 x inch Grade 5, Great Plains part number 802-130C, plus a -13 lock nut, Great Plains part number 803-019C.
Page 113 29278 Wing Level Check Wing Leveling, Inboard End Wing leveling check/adjustment is required prior to first use of the YP3025A Planter, and periodically thereafter, for example, if soil conditions change dramatically. Before performing this operation: • Lower unfolded Planter in soil. Pull forward until gauge and caster wheels are in normal planting position.
Page 114 Leveling Outer Wing Height Switch Adjustment serial number B1007W+ Refer to Figure 131 The YP3025A 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 115 B1006W- Refer to Figure 132 Planter is shown in raised position for clarity of height switch. The YP3025A 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 116 Index Maintenance and Lubrication Wing Alignment To check and adjust wing alignment: 1. Unfold Planter. See “Unfolding the YP3025A Planter” on page 26. 2. Set tongue height (page 22). Lower Planter. Pull forward. Refer to Figure 133 and Figure 134 3.
Page 117 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Chain Maintenance Inspect and lubricate chains regularly. The slack of new chains tends to increase during the first few hours of operation due to seating. See also “Chain Routing” on page 154.
Page 118: Side Gauge Wheel
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Spreaders and Scrapers  Applies to all row unit Series.  It is normal for the blade spreader to have some looseness in the holder and between the blades. Refer to Figure 138 Some looseness is required for proper operation.
Page 119 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Seed Flap Replacement Refer to Figure 140 To replace an 816-302C seed flap use a needle nose pliers or similar tool to grasp “T” top of flap. Pull upward to pull flap up out of metal bracket Push new seed flap down through metal bracket until flap snaps into place with “T”...
Page 120 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Fertilizer System Maintenance With proper attention to maintenance, end of day clean-out, end of season clean-out and winterization, you can substantially increase the life and reliability of Possible Chemical Hazard: your fertilizer system. Protect the pump, clean the tanks,...
Page 121 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance Intervals (operating hours) Multi-purpose Multi-purpose Multi-pupose Inspection at which service oil lubricant spray lubricant grease lubricant is required Wing Caster: Parallel Arms 31368 One zerk each end of each arm, each wing;...
Page 122 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Wing Frames 31341 2 zerks; one each wing at wing-frame to tool bar joint Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges Rockshaft to Main Frame 1 zerk each side; 2 total...
Page 123 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Lift Cylinders: Rod End 2 zerks, one each inside end of pins, each side Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges 29294 Mainframe to Rear Sub-Frame 29318 1 zerk each side; 2 total...
Page 124 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Axle Link: Aft End 29295 One zerk each link; 2 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges Level Link, Both Ends One zerk each link end; 4 total Type of Lubrication: Grease...
Page 125 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Opener Side Wheel Bushing zerk on both sides of each row-unit Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges 21960 Marker Joints 2 zerks each marker, each wing; 4 total Type of Lubrication: Grease...
Page 126 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Fertilizer Pump Crankshaft (Option) 1 breather/fill port plug 1 inspection port plug Lubrication: SAE 90 EP Gear Oil Amount: until oil visible at inspection port Refer to CDS-John Blue pump manual for pump maintenance.
Page 127 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Over-Link Jackshaft Drive (10 in rows only) As Required These jackshafts, sprockets and chains are only present on spacings where row units are directly under link arms. 4 chains in center section...
Page 128 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Meter Drive Chains 29616 As Required 1 chain each meter 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 planting season.
Page 129 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Hitch Parallel Arms (Hydraulic Tongue only) 4 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...
Page 130 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Row Cleaner Bearings 1 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.
Page 131 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Markers: Disk Hub Seasonally 4 bearings; 2 each marker Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Re-pack 25018 Transport Wheels: Wheel Hubs Seasonally 8 bearings; 2 each of 4 wheels Type of Lubrication: Grease...
Page 132: Seed Lubricant
YP3025A 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 133 (44.5 mm) 20-spline shaft, or 858-005 inch (35 mm) 21-spline shaft. Order one kit and one coupler. Kits and Couplers Part Number YP30 PTO KIT For model YP3025A 401-946A 36356 YP24F PTO HYDRAULIC PUMP KIT 411-014A For model YP3025AF...
Page 134: Trailer Hitch Weldment
550 gallon capacity or less. Description Order Number Trailer Hitch Weldment 401-467A This kit applies to multiple implements, and includes a step section that is not used on the YP3025A. 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 135 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Options Fertilizer Systems The planter supports supply and distribution systems for 26077 fertilizer application of one or two liquid materials: • one or two independent boom systems are supported • zero, one or two planter mounted ground-drive pumps can drive the boom systems •...
Page 136: Semi Mounted Tank
150 bushel hopper. 29300 Semi Mounted Tank The SML-750 and SML-500 carts are semi-mounted SML-500 trailing tank carts compatible with the YP3025A. These carts are intended for pre-mixed liquid fertilizers. Description Part Number 735 gal. (2800 liters) SML-750 510 gal.
Page 137 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Options Type 2 Fertilizer Manifold The Type 2 system includes all plumbing from the rows, through the Planter-mounted ground drive pump, and to the on-board 2x200 gallon tanks. The 407-243A kit extends the inlet to the rear hitch for use with a cart, rather than with on-board tanks.
Page 138 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Options Fertilizer Orifice Plates The manifold systems include size 28, 34 and 48 plates. To order alternate plates, use the following part numbers. Order one per row unit. Orifice Part Port Port Size Number Diameter...
Page 139 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Options For operations, see: “82 Bu. Hopper Operation” on page 38 and “150 Bu. Hopper Operation” on page 39. Refuge Hopper The 10 bu. (350 liter) refuge hopper may be purchased with the planter or added later.
Page 140 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Options USB-CANbus Adapter This kit allows a personal computer (see note at right, computer not included) to perform a monitor system ® (WSMT) software update (DICKEY-john . Update software is provided separately on CD). Before ordering, see if your dealer already has one.
Page 141: Unit-Mounted Row Options
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Options Unit-Mounted Row Options Swath Command Swath Command™ replaces the electric 3-section clutches with electro-pneumatic clutches at each row (at each row pair for twin row and spacings under 20 inch). The basic Swath Command™ package includes all implement hardware, all implement electronics (except GPS), and cabling to integrate with monitor CAN bus.
Page 142 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Options GPS Receivers See www.trimble.com for complete GPS receiver specification and other technical data. Description Part Number DJ TRIMBLE AG GPS 162 RECEIVER 823-351C DJ TRIMBLE AG GPS 262 RECEIVER 823-380C AgGPS 162 This is a GPS L1 receiver with SABS augmentation (WAAS, EGNOS or MSAS).
Page 143: Twin-Row
YP3025A-1230, on every row 207-126A YP3025A-1270, on every row YP3025A-1820, on every row 207-120A YP3025A-2315 on 30 inch rows 207-114A YP3025A-2335 on 70 cm rows YP3025A-2415 on 30 inch rows 207-114A a. Row cleaners are not provided on every row at spacings of 15 inch (38 cm) or less.
Page 144: Unit-Mounted
15 inch Fluted Packages Part Number YP3025A-1230 204-552A YP3025A-1270 YP3025A-16TR36 204-551A 29124 YP3025A-1820 204-546A YP3025A-2315 on every row 204-534A YP3025A-2335 on every row YP3025A-2415 on every row 204-528A YP3025A-24TR 204-528A YP3025A-24TR70 YP3025A-3610 204-639A 15 inch Turbo Packages...
Page 145 The 25298 slot in the scraper is long enough to clear the lower zerk YP3025A, and allow adjustment as wheel and scraper wear. For operations, see: “Adjusting Gauge Wheel Scrapers” on page 75.
Page 146: Seed Meter Setup
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Options Seed Meter Disks ® Air-Pro Meters accept a variety of seed disks, each optimized for specific seeds, plus a special blank disk for row shut-off. Disks are simple to change. Choices include: Part Number...
Page 147 Seed Tube Cleaner Brush 891-259C 34089 See “Seed Tube Clean-Out” on page 100. Seed Firmers The base YP3025A Planter requires a choice of row unit bundles which include one of three firmers: seed flap, ® ® Keeton , or Seed-Lok .
Page 148 Additional wheels are available, and all may be field-installed. This manual does not list kit part numbers as the available wheels are often region-specific. Consult your Great Plains dealer. For operations, see: 29331 “Press Wheel Adjustment” on page 83.
Page 149 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Specifications and Capacities YP3025A North America Models Model YP3025A -1230 -16TR36 -1820 -2315 -2415 -24TR -3610 Row Count 8 Twin 12 Twin 30 in. 36 in. 20 in. 15 in. 15 in. 30 in.
Page 150: Tire Information
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A YP3025A Export Models YP3025A-1270 YP3025A-2335 YP3025A-24TR Row Count 12 Twin Row Spacing 70 cm 35 cm 70 cm Working Width 9.0 m 9.0 m 9.0 m Wing Flex 20° Up or Down Swath (Channel Width)
Page 151 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Hydraulic Diagrams Fold, Marker and Auxiliary Hydraulics (standard) i c s a u l y d r l i a r u x i l T o A t o r r a c...
Page 152 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Auxiliary Hydraulics (with Markers deleted) To Tractor 29245 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 153 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Fan Hydraulics (S/N B1022W-) 29862 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 154 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Fan Hydraulics (S/N B1023W+) 38041 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 155 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Hydraulic Drive (standard) 29218 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 156 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Hydraulic Tongue (Option) i c s a u l y d r i f t h T o L b a s i c s a u l y d r i f t h...
Page 157 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Lift Hydraulics (standard) t o r r a c T o T 29217 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 158 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Chain Routing Legend: Sprocket or idler Tooth count Chain Pitch count Direction of chain in motion Hydraulic Drive Chain Routing 29259 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 159 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Over-Link Chain Routing Present only where row units are directly under link arms, presently only on 10 inch row spacings. 29260 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 160 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Wing Drive Chain Routing 31370 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 161 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A 25AP Final Meter Drive Legend: Sprocket or idler Tooth count Chain Pitch count Direction of chain in motion 29619 25AP: Meter Drive (Front type) No idlers on mount. top chain passes over single idler on shank...
Page 162 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Fertilizer Pump Ground Drive Chain Routing (optional) 28417 28416 JohnBlue Pump Ground Drive JohnBlue Pump Ground Drive Lower Drive Chain Upper Drive Chain 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 163 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Seed Hose Routing Mechanical Routing, Left Side 29305 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 164 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Seed Connections, Left, 1 of 4 Facing forward/left, with Planter folded. 12 Row: YP3025A-1230, YP3025A-1270 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 31436 Section Left Wing Left Center Capped Ports Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide...
Page 165 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Seed Connections, Right, 1 of 4 Facing forward/right, with Planter folded. 12-Row: YP3025A-1230, YP3025A-1270 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 31436 Section Capped Ports Right Center Right Wing Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide...
Page 166 GUIDES RACK 31438 Section Left Wing Left Center Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit 23 Row: YP3025A-2315, YP3025A-2335 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 31436 Section Left Wing Left Center Capped Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide...
Page 167 GUIDES RACK 31438 Section Right Center Right Wing Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit 23-Row: YP3025A-2315, YP3025A-2335 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 31436 Section Capped Right Center Right Wing Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide...
Page 168 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Seed Connections, Left, 3 of 4 24 Row: YP3025A-2415 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 31436 Section Left Wing Left Center Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit 24 Row: YP3025A-24TR...
Page 169 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Seed Connections, Right, 3 of 4 24 Row: YP3025A-2415 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 31436 Section Capped Right Center Right Wing Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit 24 Row: YP3025A-24TR...
Page 170 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Seed Connections, Left, 4 of 4 24 Row: YP3025A-24TR70 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 31436 Section Left Wing Left Center Capped Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit 36 Row: YP3025A-3610...
Page 171 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Seed Connections, Right, 4 of 4 24 Row: YP3025A-24TR70 RACK AIR BOX GUIDES RACK 31436 Section Capped Right Center Right Wing Air Box Ctr Guide Wing Guide Rack Tube Y-Tube Row Unit 36 Row: YP3025A-3610...
Page 172: Torque Values
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Bolt 10.9 Size Size Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb in-tpi ft-lb mm x pitch ⁄...
Page 173 8. Remove the YP30 Shipping Stands, which are attached via U-bolts to the front of the mainframe. Return the stands and U-bolts to Great Plains. 9. Carefully tow the planter off the truck. Stop when clear, or if space permits, on level ground.
Page 174: Shipping Link
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix B - Pre-Delivery Weight Transfer Shipping Links NOTICE If optional weight transfer is not installed, continue at DO NOT MOVE PLANTER FOLDED “Dual Marker Speed Adjustment” on page 171. OR UNFOLDED WITHOUT CONNECTING FAN CASE DRAIN AND LOW PRESSURE...
Page 175: Unfolding
Refer to Figure 146 The end tube may be inserted into the outer marker in any of four orientations. Great Plains recommends that the spindle adjustment allow the disk to pivot back, away from the direction of travel If the markers are extended for this work, also set the initial marker extension based on the row spacing.
Page 176 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix B - Pre-Delivery With tractor idling at a normal operating speed, adjust marker folding to a safe speed. Excessive [un]folding speed could damage markers and void the warranty. After adjusting the folding speed, tighten jam nuts on hex adjustment screws to hold settings.
Page 177: Seed Monitor Console
Hopper Level Sensor Installation Regardless of hopper/seed box used, the YP3025A includes a factory-installed level sensor in the airbox. If a 403-143K 82 bu. 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 178: Marker Extension
Right Extension YP3025A-1230 30 inch Single 195.0 inches (495.3 cm) YP3025A-16TR36 36 inch Twin 158.0 inches (401.3 cm) *as YP3025A-0836 36 inch Single 182.0 inches (462.3 cm) 166.0 inches (421.6 cm) YP3025A-1820 20 inch Single 190.0 inches (482.6 cm) YP3025A-2315 15 inch Single 180.0 inches (457.2 cm)
Page 179 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix C - Initial and Option Setup Radar Calibration At the first opportunity to operate the Planter in the field (with or without planting), the radar component of the seed monitor needs to be calibrated. The seed monitor manual describes the procedure.
Page 180 Table of Contents Index Appendix C - Initial and Option Setup Option Installation YP3025A-2415 3-Point Hitch The “2415” Planter, when used in the standard 15 inch row spacing does not represent a symmetrical row Crushing Hazard: spacing. This model Planter includes an offset hitch You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed adapter to correct this.
Page 181 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix C - Initial and Option Setup 122-278S Scraper Installation Optional carbide disc scrapers are not factory installed. Start with row 1 (left-most row unit).  If a Keeton seed firmer is also installed, see the Parts Manual for assembly details.
Page 182 YP4025-3115,YP4025-3215 403-353A (15 inch single) YP4025-32TR (30 inch twin) 403-355A ® Mounting kits include brackets only. SmartBoxes , with additional mounting hardware specific to the YP3025A, ® must be ordered from AMVAC. SmartBoxes field-installed. 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 183: Row-Pro
YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Preparation and Setup Row-Pro™ Setup (Option) The factory default setting for down-force is likely to differ from that required by your next field conditions. Before modifying the monitor setting for down-force, determine what actual down force is ideal for the initial use of the planter.
Page 184 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Operating Instructions Refer to Figure 159 Row-Pro™ is a factory installed option for implements with 25-series openers that equipped with ® ® DICKEY-john IntelliAg . It helps the spring down force system to maintain a user-determined, ideal weight for the side depth gauge wheels.
Page 185 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Row-Pro™ Components Refer to Figure 161 and Figure 162 The main systems of Row-Pro™ consist of: 1. An air compressor system: one 12VDC air compressor with air tank , two extension...
Page 186 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Row-Pro™ Air Compressor System Row-Pro™ Air Compressor Refer to Figure 163 The 12VDC compressor requires both an electrical connection and a mounting location. It should be mounted in a location on the tractor or planter where most convenient.
Page 187 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Row-Pro™ Air Pressure Gauge Refer to Figure 166 Row-Pro™ is designed to run at 150 psi. When the psi drops to 135 the compressor engages and builds back up to 150 psi. Duty cycle varies based on air usage.
Page 188 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Monitor Only: This screen disables control, but still reports sensor feedback. From there, press the Down Pressure Diagnostic key and then press the Float Mode ON button to release all of the air from the system.
Page 189 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Disable Down Pressure Modules: Modules interfacing with feedback sensors can be independently disabled so that down pressure to rear and/or front row units are not monitored or controlled. Modules that have been disabled are ignored by the system and will not report down pressure data or react to soil conditions.
Page 190 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ Row-Pro™ Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Switch turned “off”. Turn switch “on”. Compressor won’t turn on Poor electrical connection. Clean connections and reassemble. Fuse blown. Replace fuse (60A). Section opener valves are installed in Install opener valves correctly.
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 YP3025A Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Row-Pro™ 2019-06-12 Table of Contents Index 401-705M...
Page 193 YP3025A Cover Table of Contents Index cartridge, filter ........116 connector identification .......18 case drain .......... 44 console ..........42 ABS ............99 case drain Hose ......... 18 console, seed monitor ......173 adding seed ......... 38 caster lock ........32 contact, gauge wheel/opener .....74 adjustments ........60...
Page 194 YP3025A Cover Table of Contents down pressure springs .......81 fumes ...........51 fan ........149 down pressure, hydraulic ....48 funnel ........36 fold..........147 down pressure, press wheel ....84 furrow ..........68 lift ..........153 down pressure, row unit .....68 furrow check ........64 marker ........147...
Page 195 YP3025A Cover Table of Contents lock-up, lift cylinder ......30 overhead electrical lines ....56 red reflectors.........6 lock-up, Seed-Lok® ......83 over-steer ........... 34 reflectors lock, caster ........32 owner assistance ....... 13 amber ..........7 lock, transport ........30 daytime ..........7 low population in turns ......45 red ..........6...
Page 196: Table Of Contents
YP3025A Cover Table of Contents 18 Row ........162 stagger, press wheel ......84 tongue, raising/lowering......19 23 Row ........162 starter ..........21 tool, walkboard ........69 24 Row ........164 starter fertilizer ......... 133 torque, wheel ........146 36 Row ........166 starved meter ........63 towing vehicle capability .....33...
Page 197 YP2425-4715 ........178 207-130A, row cleaners ....139 803-019C, nut ........108 YP2425-48TR ........178 22 km/h ..........4 803-021C, nut ........171 YP3025A-1230 ....12 22 kph ..........34 803-027C, nut ........176 YP3025A-1270 ....12 25 Series row unit ......67 803-034C, nut ........176 YP3025A-16TR36 ..12...
Page 198 YP3025A Cover Table of Contents 817-991C, seed disk ......142 818-045C, decal ........9 818-055C, reflector .......6 818-188C, decal ........9 818-339C, decal ........9 818-351C, decal .........10 818-398C, decal .........11 818-557C, decal ........7 818-579C, decal .........10 818-580C, decal .........10 818-587C, decal .........11 818-590C, decal ........8 82 bu ........
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