Summary of Contents for GREAT PLAINS Turbo Max 4800TM
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Table of Contents Index Pre-Delivery Manual Turbo Max 4800TM 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! 43967 Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
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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.
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4800TM 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.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Be Familiar with Safety Decals Read and understand the “Safety Decals” section of the Operators Manual. Read all instructions noted on the decals. Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible decals.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information Tire Safety Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed by trained personnel using correct tools and equipment. When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough for you to stand to one side–not in front of or over tire assembly.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Introduction The Turbo Max has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper setup, maintenance, and safe operating practices will help the customer get years of satisfactory use from the machine. Description of Unit The 4800TM Turbo Max is a three or five section “vertical”...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Introduction Using This Manual This manual was written to help you assemble and pre- pare the new machine for the customer. The manual includes instructions for assembly and setup. Read this manual and follow the recommendations for safe, effi- cient and proper assembly and setup.
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• The shipping stands do not need to be returned to Great Plains. Unloading Be sure the truck is on level ground, preferably concrete. Centering components: Be sure and center fork truck or chains (overhead hoist) on components so they won’t slide and cause injury.
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Further Assistance Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. wants you to be satisfied with your new Turbo Max. If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are otherwise dissatisfies with the product please contact: Great Plains Service Department 1525 E.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Center Brace Bar Refer to Figure 5 The center brace bar, front trusses, level bar and hitch may need to be installed on truck so machine may be pulled off side of truck. The bolt kit needed for assembling these items will be shipped in a bag tied to front of center frame.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Valve Brackets & Hoses Refer to Figure 7 The hoses will be shipped hooked up to valves, cylinders and bulkhead fittings. The front valves and hoses (that will need connected from each section to the bulkhead fittings) will be rolled up and tied to the specific frame section.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Center Level Bar & Fold Bracket Refer to Figure 8 24. Align the front and rear fold brackets with the plates on the center frame and use x 2 Gr. 5 hex bolts, ...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Figure 8 Center Fold & H-Bracket 43949 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Hitch Assembly Refer to Figure 9 32. Remove the 1 x 8 Gr. 8 bolts from the rear of hitch assembly . Bolt the hitch assembly center frame with the 1 x 8 Gr. 8 bolts flat ...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Inside Wing, Brace Bar & Fold Refer to Figure 11 42. Attach wing brace to front of wing frame 45. Attach wing auto lock to the front wing stop assemblies with x 2 hex bolts x 7 hex using Gr.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Outside Wing & Brace Bar Refer to Figure 12 50. The h-brackets are installed on to the bottom side of the inner wing frame using 1 x 9 Gr. 8 hex bolt , and 1 top lock.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Front Gang Assembly wing gang bar & fold assembly for complete parts breakdown. You will probably need to hook all The center and wing gang assemblies will install the hydraulics up, through See “Hydraulic Hose same.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Figure 13 Front Gang Assembly 42881 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Hydraulic Hoses The hydraulic hoses are routed and attached to the Do not over tighten hoses as this could cause frame assemblies. They will also be fastened to damage to valves, See “Hydraulic Connector ID” correct center frame cylinders, valves, double block on page 31 tees and hydraulic fittings.
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Table of Contents Index Assembly Hydraulic Hose Hookup 65. Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets. Hoses that High Pressure Fluid Hazard: go to the same remote valve are marked with the Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Purging Hydraulic System Refer to Figure 17 68. Charge the lift system first. Extend the lift cylinders (black handles) until the center section is fully raised. Remove the cylinder transport locks and store on lift straps .
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Depth Stop & Angle Gauge Refer to Figure 18 See machine layout drawings in Appendix for proper 73. Attach angle gauge bracket assembly to front of gang angle gauge placement. center frame with x 6 u-bolts lock ...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Front Lights & SMV Refer to Figure 19 See layout drawings in Appendix for proper light bracket placement. If machine is equipped with a rear attachment the rear light brackets will need to be mounted to the rear tube of the center drag frame.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly 3500 Wing Fold Assist Refer to Figure 21 Wings need to be folded up when installing the sensor towards center of machine on front tube of proximity sensor to prevent damage to sensor and center frame as shown.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Proximity Sensor Adjustment Refer to Figure 11 Wings need to be folded up when adjusting the 86. Loosen nuts (one on front and one on back side of proximity sensor to prevent damage to sensor and sensor bracket, adjust the proximity sensor bracket.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Install Decals Refer to Figure 23 The center brace bar decals will need installed in locations shown. Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed. Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface, being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Rolling Harrow (optional) tube of drag frame to front of plate of rolling harrow bracket . The ball joint bracket It is very important to install the rolling harrow dimensioned off of end of rolling spike tube to side assembly in the order shown below and go to the of plate on ball joint bracket...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Reel Following Rolling Harrow (optional) 97. Install mounting reel arm assemblies in position shown in reel following rolling harrow placement It is very important to install the reel assembly in the drawing with ...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Install Rear Hitch (optional) The rear tow hitch will be shipped with big components banded together and the hardware will be installed on hitch components. Carefully un-band the components. There are two different types of rear hitches, rear hitch extended or a-frame style.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly A-Frame Hitch Refer to Figure 28 105.Attach rear mounting bar to rear of center frame with x 2 bolts lock washers and nuts. 106.Attach a-frame hitch to rear of center frame with u-bolts lock washers and ...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Assembly Weight Package Assembly (Optional) Refer to Figure 30 Lower machine until coulters are on ground and pressure is off leveling system. Up to 2 sets of weights (4 weights) may be installed in positions shown.
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 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...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information Tire Inflation Chart Tire Inflation Chart Tire Warranty Information Wheel Tire Size Inflation All tires are warranted by the original manufacturer of the tire. Tire warranty information is found in the brochures included with your Gauge 44 psi 9.5L x 15”...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information Hydraulic Lift Layout 43975 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information Hydraulic Lift Layout 43976 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information Hydraulic Gang Layout 43977 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information Hydraulic Gang Layout 43978 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 4800TM Hydraulic Fold Layout 43979 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information Fold Hydraulic Layout Detailed TP-69186 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 4800TM Machine Layout 43981 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 4800TM Rolling Harrow Layout 43985 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 4800TM Rolling Harrow Layout 43986 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 4800TM Heavy Reel Following Rolling Harrow Layout 43983 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 4800TM Heavy Reel Following Rolling Harrow Layout 43984 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 4800TM Hydraulic Reel Layout TP-69044 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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4800TM Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information 4800TM Hydraulic Reel Layout TP-69045 02/08/2021 Table of Contents Index 586-632Q...
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Cover Table of Contents Index Hydraulic Gang ......35 fittings torque .......31 Hydraulic Lift ....32 hose color code ......18 address, Great Plains ......7 4800TM Fold Hydraulic Layout models covered ......4 angle gauge ........20 Detailed ......38 torque values .......30 4800TM Heavy Reel Following Roll- tire inflation .........31...
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