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Table of Contents Index Great Plains PLANTER OPERATOR MANUAL MODEL PL5500 Front-Fold Planter 411-633M Original Instructions 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...
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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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Printed 10/21/2021 | English Great Plains reserves the right to revise and improve its products at any time. This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future. The content of this publication may be changed without...
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Trademarks of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. include: AccuShot, DrillCommand, Max-Chisel, Row-Pro, Singulator Plus, Short Disk, Swath Command, Terra-Tine, Ultra-Chisel, and X-Press. Registered trademarks of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. include: Air-Pro, Clear-Shot, Discovator, Great Plains, Land Pride, MeterCone, Nutri-Pro, Seed-Lok, Solid Stand, Terra-Guard, Turbo-Chisel, Turbo-Chopper, Turbo-Max, Turbo- Trill, Ultra-Till, Whirlfilter, and Yield-Pro.
Index Introduction Introduction Target Group for Operator Manual The Great Plains PL5500 front-fold planter is a pull-type implement with optional dry or liquid Simplified Illustrations fertilizer capability. The planter includes 5000 Series Illustrations of the machine in the operator ®...
Non-Great Plains components on this machine may contain additional safety information not found in this The notice symbol indicates a potential for manual.
Avoid contacting overhead obstructions such as low bridges, overpasses, and power lines. Do not operate near ditches, holes, steep slopes, embankments, or other surfaces which may collapse under the machine’s weight or tip the machine over. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Detach the tractor. Secure the implement using Stay clear of and never step over any rotating parts. blocks. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Read and follow decal directions. Keep all safety decals clean and legible. Replace all damaged, faded, or missing decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. One reflector on each bracket on outside hopper Refer to this section for proper decal placement.
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68579 68579 One reflector on each side of hitch. Daytime Reflectors (S/N D1032X+) 838-267C One reflector on each bracket on the rear frame; above the red reflector. 68580A 71260 71227 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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One decal on right-hand side of hitch. One decal on right-hand side of hitch. 68580A Chemical Hazard 68580A 818-323C Falling Hazard 818-398C One decal on front of each liquid fertilizer tank. One on each wheel mount. 68580 68710 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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Maxi mum inflation pressure of tires is 75 psi Torque wheel bolts to 240 lb-ft . 844-125C One decal on each wheel arm assembly. One decal on the PTO hydraulic pump assembly. 71212 TP-71538 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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KEEP AWAY! DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT- All driveline guards, tractor and equipment shields in place PTO pump assembly securely attached with torque arm and chain 858-005C One decal on the PTO hydraulic pump assembly. TP-71538 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
2. After hitching the planter to the tractor, store the jack on the storage tube on top of planter tongue. Scharmüller Hitch 68581A 71227 3. Secure the planter safety chain to an anchor on the tractor capable of pulling the unit. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Blue Lift console connector (2) to tractor harness, or Black any optional or after-market electrical connectors. These connections can be made in any order, and must be made before moving the planter. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
The speed sensor previously removed bolt. should be set at 1/16 to 1/8 inch (1.6 to 3.2 mm) from the pickup wheel. 25318 68582 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
a fixed or available shaft speed of 540 rpm, and 16 inches (40.6 cm) minimum an available PTO power output of 5 hp (3.7 kW), a drawbar (7) that engages the torque arm of the PTO pump assembly, and Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Never alter and remove any existing guards on the tractor or PL5500 planter at any point of PTO pump assembly kit installation. 34622 Contact your Great Plains dealer for service.
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(-) and/or colored black for negative. 15. Secure the electrical harness so that it is not loose, dangling, or otherwise able to become tangled or dislodged by other moving parts. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
(page 17). messages. Fold the wings (page 20). Check chain tension. Turn on lights for transport. Make sure meter inlet gates are open to chart value. See Material Rate manual. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Use hydraulic circuit to only hold the raised planter for brief periods, such as during field turns and cylinder lock installation. Cylinder locks should always be used during transport, parking, and storage, and when completing adjustments and maintenance. TP-71687 Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
10. Install cylinder locks on the fully raised lift 10. Set the tractor lift circuit lever to neutral to briefly cylinder rods on both of the main transport hold the planter. wheels and secure with pins. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
5. Set the tractor lift circuit lever to neutral to Every 8 to 10 passes, rephase the lift cylinders: prepare to set the lift valve. 1. Raise the planter fully. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
7. Set the lift valve selector lever FORWARD to activate all four lift cylinders; two on the main Capped B1/B2 ports A1/A2 ports TP-75017 12. If installed, remove cylinder locks from the lift cylinder rods. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
13. Set the tractor lift circuit lever to neutral to prepare to set the lift valve. 14. Install cylinder locks on the fully raised lift cylinder rods on both of the main transport wheels and secure with pins. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
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14. After tapping the FOLD icon, the icon will change hydraulics on the console, extend tractor circuit to a gray color, and it will change slightly in fold lever to fully extend the fold cylinders (3) until Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
12. Retract the tractor circuit fold lever until the fold cylinders (3) are fully retracted to bring the left 6. On the console, on the MAIN SCREEN, tap the FOLD SEQUENCE icon. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
This will indicate the fold 3. Rotate the switch until the spring actuator (2) hydraulics are inactive. touches the cylinder pin (3). 4. Rotate the switch in until it clicks. Tighten the nuts to secure the bracket. 71153 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
The hydraulic fan (1) supplies air for meter operation. console. Fan rpm is operator-adjusted (page 28), normally with the tractor remote hydraulic flow control. 68688 Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
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Do not operate in the ground with the fan shut off, or with insufficient air pressure. The 68637A meters will completely fill with seed. Meter clean-out may be required to resume normal operation. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
If desired pressure cannot be reached, the fan may making observing at startup difficult. be running backwards. Reverse the inlet/return lines Fan speed can change as oil heats to operating at the hitch. temperature. Check meter pressurization more often during early operations. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
If the population is only slightly low, the problem reported population levels out at the target value. can be skips caused by empty disk cells. If slightly high, the problem can be doubles caused Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Make sure the Wait 5 to 10 seconds between adjustments, until hopper discharge opening is aligned with the skips occur (population begins falling below seed inlet tube. target). Note the pressure where skips begin. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
For canola or mustard, 1 cup per 30 lb (240 ml per 13.6 kg) bag is a minimum starting value. Mix the seed lubricant early during the seed loading. Use more lubricant in extremely dry conditions. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
5. Make sure the seed meter clamp (1) is aligned with the disk seat (2). 6. With the seed cell side facing the meter housing, place the new seed disk on the disk seat. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
The seed rate charts include suggested initial gate settings. Refine these settings based on experience |||| Large corn, heavily treated corn and the slope of the seed pool at the bottom of the Wide open - clean-out seed disk. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Make sure that all operating rows were at the correct initial gate setting. If so, reset the gates to the next higher opening. 68650B Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
Speed calibration must be done before first use. After that, calibration is recommended periodically, particularly soil conditions change. See the Material Rate manual and the console manual for instructions for your seed 71229 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Material Rate manual. seeds, but may not accurately count the smallest seeds, such as milo. Rate checking is described in detail in the Material Rate manual. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
It may also deliver and loose soil, and leaving clear tracks at the top of fertilizer. see “Coulter Row Alignment” on page 43. the subsoil, down force is correct and needs no adjustment. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Excessive row unit down force will lead to premature wear on row unit components. Excessive down force will also cause uneven seed depth. To adjust down pressure: 1. Raise the planter and secure. 27065 Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
Move the T-handle forward (A) for shallower 3. Remove the bolt (1) retaining the opener disk (2) planting. on one side. 4. Carefully remove the disk. Do not lose the hub components and spacer washers (3 and 4). Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
9. Keep turning the hex adjuster and moving the wheel angle so the wheels contact the row unit disks wheel arm until the wheel is adjusted properly. at the bottom of the wheel and the gap is 3/8 to 5/8 Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
Increased press wheel spring force may Press wheels are attached to each row unit body. The require increased row unit down force to press wheels close the seed trench and press soil maintain depth. over the seed. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
1/4 in. (6 mm) depth by the using the table below. Depth of coulter blade relative Hole Number to opener blade 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) above opener 1/2 inch (3 mm) below opener 1/2 inch (13 mm) below opener 25277 Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
Know what to do in case of an accident. Plugging Risk Load chemicals just before using. If fertilizer remains in the tanks for extended periods, settling of material and system plugging will occur. 68602 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
If the ground is not level, one tank may fill faster than the other. Reduce the inlet rate to allow them to balance. If one tank becomes full before the other, close the tank valve to prevent overflow. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
Index Operation 9. When both tanks are at the desired fill level, stop Great Plains recommends checking with your local the source pump (if any), close the source valve agronomist, as soil conditions vary. Conditions in (if any), and close the quick-fill valve.
Read and follow all supplier instructions regarding safe handling and approved application of chemicals. Agricultural chemicals can be extremely hazardous. Great Plains recommends checking with your local agronomist before setting the rate, as soil conditions vary. See the Material Rate manual for dry fertilizer 71230 calibration and rates.
3. Remove the retaining pins from sprocket (2) and 71286 storage towers. 4. Exchange sprockets so the new DRIVING and 4. Exchange the driving sprocket to match the seed DRIVEN sprocket tooth counts match the seed rate chart. rate chart. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
1. Lift slightly on the spike wheel. Pull the pin (1). 2. Lift spike wheel up and pin in secondary location (2). 71235A 75539 Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
70 cm 75 cm 210 inch Span 533 cm 490 cm 525 cm 240 inch Swath 610 cm 560 cm 600 cm To adjust marker extension: 1. Loosen the nuts (1) on the u-bolts (2). Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
2. Place the tractor in park and/or set the park brake. While using the console, you may tap the HOME icon from almost any screen to return to the MAIN SCREEN. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
3. If equipped with fertilizer, flush the system. seed delivery tubes to prevent pest from Protect liquid fertilizer pump against entering. corrosion. 7. On planters with liquid fertilizer: Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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Make repairs and service during the off season. 12. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips, and worn areas on the planter to protect the metal. 13. Cover the planter with a tarp if stored outside. Great Plains | 411-633M | 2021/10/21...
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PL5500 Planter Table of Contents Index Operation Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Regular Maintenance Replace any worn, damaged, or illegible safety decals by obtaining new decals from your Great Plains After using your planter for several hours, check all dealer. bolts to be sure they are tight.
See “Rephase Lift System” on page 19 for The fill level dimension from tank bottom is: instructions. a. 9 3/20 inches (23.2 cm) Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
The flow control valve adjusts the percent of the PTO After the first oil change is completed after 25 hours pump output that is supplied to the PL5500 planter of initial use, the oil filter should be changed every hydraulic motors. The total pump flow, in gpm or 150 hours or every 2 years.
1. Shut off the tractor and remove the key. Material and tools needed for the conversion are: 2. Consult your PL5500 planter Seed Rate Manual A length of 1-3/8 inch (3.49 cm) ID hose (2). for the correct seed disk, meter inlet shutter ...
Set the seed inlet gate for the seed. population. 13. If the planter will be stored: Finding an occasional cracked seed hung up on a. Close the seed inlet gate. a tuft fiber is not uncommon, and is not an Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
2. Remove the tufted brush assembly (2), and 68647A replace with a new assembly. 3. Insert the bolts and start the nuts. Carefully tighten each nut just until there is no play under the screw heads. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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Seed Drop Brush Replacement 68912 1. Insert the flat blade of a large screwdriver into the slots of the brush holder snaps (2). 2. Turn each snap clockwise to release the brush holder (3). Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Use warm or hot water, mild soap, and a sponge or soft brush to remove buildup on seed disks.If disks are washed, allow to dry completely before storage. Keep original shipping cartons for disk storage. Otherwise, store on edge (not leaning), or stacked Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
When performing periodic lubrication, check chain condition. Replace chain if any frozen kinks are not corrected by lubrication. Chain Slack New chains may slack during the first few hours of operation. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
The marker arm is attached to the marker body with a 3/8 x 4 inch Grade 5 shear bolt. If the shear bolt Chain Type Chain Slack breaks, replace with Great Plains part number Long chains over 36 in. (91 cm) 1/4 in/ft (2.1 cm/m) 802-223C or equivalent.
2. Move the planter to a location suitable for draining the material. A site with access to rinse 1. Load 10 to 15 gallons (40 to 60 liters) of clean water is best. water in the tank. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Instead, remove the rust or unwanted material and apply oil or grease on the relevant spot. Otherwise, machine may become damaged through 71239 impaired usage. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Repack two bearings on each marker. 34634 Seasonal 20332 PTO Pump System PTO Oil Filter and Oil Oil filter should be changed every 150 hours. The oil should be changed with each filter change. TP-71537 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
PL5500 Planter Table of Contents Index Maintenance Fan Hydraulics 71224A PTO Pump System Hydraulics 68689 Hydraulic hose connections in fan assembly. TP-71570 Pressure Flow Valve Control with marked ports. TP-71559 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
2. Check the seed 3. Resume planting. and inspect. pool for foreign 4. Check the seed matter. pool for foreign 3. Resume planting. matter. 5. Perform a one- row seed pool recovery. 6. Resume planting. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Turn the set screw (4) on the meter face until it reads zero from the tractor driver’s viewing position. Inaccurate Reading Hazard Gauge readings may be inaccurate or sluggish below 20° F . Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
After ruling out population problems, re-check geography. Excess seed remaining page 48 Excessive gaps between planter Adjust marker ( passes Incorrect speed calibration Perform SPEED CALIBRATION operation. See console manual for instructions for your seed monitoring system. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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Check seed tubes for damage and replace as needed Row-unit not penetrating low spots Adjust row unit (page 37). Rough planting conditions Rework the field. See “Keeton® Seed Firmer” on page 43. Seed firmer not in place and set to correct tension Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Empty cells in seed disk due to rough Decrease field speed or increase the air pressure in the field conditions causing seeds to fall meter. from the disk Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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Improper gap on speed sensor Check speed sensor on planter (page 12). Adjust as needed. Incorrect speed sensor constant Perform SPEED CALIBRATION operation. See console manual for instructions for your seed monitoring system. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Marker folding linkage does not have Maximum down float should be limited by the slot at the enough slack to allow marker disk to row end of the marker cylinder. drop into field depressions Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
(page 63). Switch to a larger screen size if materials clog strainer rapidly and large size orifices are in use. Relief valve setting too low Review relief valve setting according to the Material Rate Dumping at normal manual. pressure Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
High flow transmission sprockets selected actual rate and speed. Metering is higher at low speeds. Release height too high Lower release height. Fertilizer on surface Coulter depth too shallow Increase coulter depth (page 47). Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
Reduce to 30. See “Butterfly Valve (Dry Fertilizer)” on page 30. PTO shaft turning Set tractor controls for clockwise PTO. Fan running counter-clockwise Hoses reversed Check hose routing from pump to valve, to tank fan in Parts manual. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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Unplug the PTO Pump electrical harness whenever the Tractor battery is dead not disconnected from the tractor planter is not in use, storage, or transport. See “PTO (Option)” on page 13 for more information. battery Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
20 ft 8 in (6.3 mm) Capacities Seed - 3 bu hopper 24 bu (864 liter) Seed - 1.6 bu hopper 12.8 bu (451 12.8 liter) Liquid Fertilizer 300 gal (1136 liter) Dry Fertilizer 53 cu ft (1500 liter) Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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VF265/70R19.5 75 psi (517 kPa) 240 lb ft (325 Nm) manufacturer’s websites listed below. For assistance or information, contact your nearest authorized farm tire 13 - 5 x 6 Turf 40 psi (276 kPa) retailer. Manufacturer Website Firestone www.firestoneag.com Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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0.048 in 1.17 mm Great Plains dealer. 832-057C 0.059 in 1.76 mm 832-055C 0.080 in 3.24 mm 832-059C 0.098 in 4.87 mm a. Sizes standard in many fertilizer bundles. Check your accessories before ordering. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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711230A Description Part Number 71241 Vantage 1 Kit with Fluted Coulter 204-792A Vantage 1 Kit with Turbo Coulter 204-789A Description Part Number Dry Fertilizer Option 411-612A Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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The system is factory installed, but can be ordered separately. 29124 Description Part Number Unit Mount Coulter Kit 204-788A Coulter Mounted Row Cleaner TP-71569 68608 Description Part Number Description Part Number Coulter Mounted Double Row Kit 207-310S Marker Option 411-604A Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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Sunflower Oil, 60 Cell (Small) 837-234C Order one part per wheel. Sunflower Oil, 60 Cell (Medium) 837-235C Sunflower Oil, 24 Cell (Large) 817-851C Description Part Number Wheat & Rice, 84 Cell (Volumetric) 817-867C Gauge Wheel Scraper Kit 431-004A Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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The kit does not include, but will require, fasteners for the in-cab mounting brackets. Description Part Number PL5500 PM300 Console 431-908A PL5500 PM300 Console/Ground Drive 402-740A TP-71549 Description Part Number PL5500 PTO Kit for Open Center 403-919A Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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** Up to three cameras may be used with XD-Plus console. One camera may be used with XD console. *** One adapter harness is required for each Camera. For online resources and manuals, create an account https://mytopconnow.topconpositioning.com search for XD/XD+ in the search bar. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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3. Use the pins to secure the base ends of the fold cylinders (3) to the tongue. 25383 68724A 4. The hydraulic hoses should be attached to and through tongue. “Hydraulic Diagrams” beginning on page 66 for connecting the hoses. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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(12) and cotter pin. 5. Repeat step 1 through step 4 for the other marker. 71266A 8. Use the hydraulic diagram on page 67 to connect the hydraulic hoses to the marker cylinders and marker valve. 68726 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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8. Remove one or both opener disk blades to gain access to the opener frame (11). 9. Install the scraper assembly (12) between the middle four lower square holes (13) of the opener frame. Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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Second year limited warranty covers Parts ONLY (personal usage only, excluding labor and wear items). This warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Great Plains. 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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PL5500 Planter Cover Table of Contents Index Index folding ..........20 meter clean-out........57 furrow check ........30 meter drive chain ........62 air system ........24 meter pressurization ....29 auxiliary hydraulics ......93 motor inlet line ........28 graphite mix ........31 motor return line .........28...
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........4 tufted brushes ......27 unfolding ..........20 unit mount coulter ......37 Vantage I coulter ........89 waste disposal ........3 wheel adjustment .......12 wheel bearings ........65 wing hook ......21 wing hooks .........25 Great Plains | 411-633M | 10/21/2021...
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