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Field Operations and Adjustments
DISCONNECTING THE PLANTER FROM
THE TRACTOR
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WARNING: Stop tractor engine and shift
transmission to park or neutral position.
Set brakes and remove the key before
leaving the tractor.
If planter is equipped with folding wings and the wings are
in the raised position, unfold the wings and lock in place.
FIG. 19: Wing Folded
(1)
Inner Wing Hopper
(2)
Potential Interference
IMPORTANT: With folding wing models, do not lower
planter with wings in the raised position. Hopper
interference can result.
IMPORTANT: If planter is equipped with optional
three-bushel hoppers, remove inner wing hopper
on each wing before folding wings to prevent
hopper interference. Do not remove outer main
frame hoppers because reflective decals are
installed on those hoppers.
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DANGER: To avoid injury or death, stand
clear of machine when wings are folded.
Mechanical or hydraulic failure can allow
wings to fall rapidly.
Lower the planter to the ground.
Lock the markers in the raised position.
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WARNING: Stop engine, shift to park or
neutral and set parking brake and remove
the key before dismounting from tractor.
FIG. 20: Planter in Parked Position
Lower both jack stands on the main frame and pin in
place.
Disconnect all the wire harnesses.
Cycle the hydraulic levers with the tractor engine off to
relieve pressure. Disconnect the hoses.
NOTE: If the blower motor is driven from the tractor
hydraulic system, remove the return line first.
Remove the PTO pump and store upright on the planter
hitch frame or on a clean, dry surface.
Install the PTO shield on the tractor.
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WARNING: Always
shield after removing pump. Failure to do
so could result in severe personal injury or
death.
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replace
PTO
shaft
FIG. 19
FIG. 20
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