GREAT PLAINS VT1520-0370 Operator's Manual

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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!
Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
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Operator Manual
VT1520-0370 - VT1520-0656
Sub-Soiler Inline Ripper
Manufacturing, Inc.
www.greatplainsmfg.com
Printed 9/12/22
Index
Null4:
41935
EN
Null4:
596-383M

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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Index Operator Manual VT1520-0370 - VT1520-0656 Sub-Soiler Inline Ripper 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!
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Index Master Page: Blank Blank: Machine Identification Record your machine details in the log below. If you replace this manual, be sure to transfer this information to the new manual. If you or the dealer have added options not originally ordered with the machine, or removed options that were originally ordered, the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit.
  • Page 4 VT1520 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 5: Equipment Identification

    See “VT1520 Specifications and Capacities” on page 23 for additional weights and measurements. Great Plains MANUFACTURING INCOPORATED SALINA, KANSAS 67401 Model # TCN5107 * A 1 1 9 6 X * A1196X Country of Origin - USA Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Using This Manual Your machine’s parts were specially designed and should only be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always use the serial and This manual will familiarize you with safety, hitching, model number when ordering parts from your Great Plains operation, adjustments, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

     Keep decals clean. Replace damaged, faded and illegible decals. a. Symbols and colours in this manual, and on north american models, are based on ANSI standard Z535. Decals on international models are based on ISO standard 3864. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 8: Wear Protective Equipment

    They are difficult to see, especially at night.  Use flashing warning lights and turn signals whenever driving on public roads.  Use lights and devices provided with implement. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 9: Transport Machinery Safely

     Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good condition and installed properly.  Remove buildup of grease, oil or debris.  Remove all tools and unused parts from product before operation. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 10: Safety At All Times

    It is the Operator’s responsibility to ensure that all other persons are excluded from danger zones surrounding or on the machine during its operation. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 11: It Is The Owner's Responsibility To Ensure

     Keep all safety decals clean and legible.  Replace all damaged or missing decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for proper decal placement.  When ordering new parts or components, also request corresponding safety decals.
  • Page 12 On rear of speed limit bracket, both sides; 2 total Null4: TP-69433 Null4: 848-512C On front, top of ripper frame. 1 total Null4: 41937 Read & follow general instructions prior to machine operation. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 13 1 total Do not allow riders on machine at any time. Null4: 848-531C Pinch Point On front of center frame; Null4: 41937 1 total Do not place hands between moving parts. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 14 Null4: 848-517C High Pressure Hydraulics On right side of center frame upright.; 1 total Null4: 41933 Relieve pressure in system, shut off engine and remove key before service or repair. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 15: Preparation And Setup

    Replace if damaged. See “Safety Reflectors and Decals” on page 7.  Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation Chart” on page 24. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 16: Hitching Tractor To Sub-Soiler

    If using quick hitch be sure sub-soiler locks into hitch securely. Raise tractor 3-point just enough to relieve pressure from parking stands. Swing up and pin up 3-point stands. See “Store Parking Stands” on page 13. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 17: Storing Parking Stands

    Spring pack is pre-loaded at factory and should not be disassembled in the field. You could be severely injured or killed by instant release of stored energy. Down Stop (not visible) Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 18: Gauge Wheel Adjustment

    (7) on the front of the frame. MOUNT SHANK HOLE HOLE DEPTH 18” BOTTOM MIDDLE BOTTOM 16.5” BOTTOM BOTTOM 15” 13.5” MIDDLE MIDDLE MIDDLE 12” BOTTOM MIDDLE 10.5” 9” MIDDLE 7.5” 838-597c rev.- Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 19: Coulter Adjustment

     Adjusting the spring below 9  ” (24.8cm) could cause premature part failure and void the warranty. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 20: Berm Conditioner

    Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup Berm Conditioner The berm conditioner may be adjusted pulling up on handle sliding to a different notch. For maximum down pressure move handle towards rear. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    If the shank bolt shears replace the lower bolt with the cor- rect shear bolt, use GP part number 802-060C. (HHCS 5/8-11 x 4 Gr5). Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 22: Transporting

    1. Lower and pin parking stands. 2. Unplug light harness lead from tractor receptacle. Do not allow lead to rest on the ground. 3. Unhitch from the tractor 3-point. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Raise gauge wheel. Coulter not deep enough. Lower coulter, see “Coulter Height”, page 14. Shank not aligned with coulter. Align shank with trench made by page coulter, see “Coulter Alignment”, Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 24: Maintenance And Lubrication

    14. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and worn areas on the implement to protect the metal. By following and maintaining a routine service and lubrication program, your tillage equipment will give you many years of service. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 25: Lubrication

    Coulter Hubs Seasonally 1 zerk on each hub; Type of Lubrication: Grease Null4: Quantity: Pump grease until resistance is felt, being careful not 21672 pressurize seal or blow out cap. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 26 VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication Berm Conditioner Twice a Season 2 zerk on each basket; Null4: Type of Lubrication: Grease 41864 Quantity: Sparingly, Do Not Over Grease. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 27: Appendix

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix Appendix VT1520 Specifications and Capacities Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 28: Tire Inflation Chart

    ⁄ d. ft-lb = foot pounds 1330 2970 2190 4820 3560 ⁄ 25199m 25199 Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above. Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 29: Vt1520-0370 Machine Layout Export

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix VT1520-0370 Machine Layout Export FigureSpacer: TP-69421 Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 30: Vt1520-0375 Machine Layout Export

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix VT1520-0375 Machine Layout Export FigureSpacer: TP-69422 Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 31: Vt1520-0470 Machine Layout Export

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix VT1520-0470 Machine Layout Export FigureSpacer: TP-69423 Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 32: Vt1520-0475 Machine Layout Export

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix VT1520-0475 Machine Layout Export FigureSpacer: TP-69424 Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 33: Vt1520-0568 Machine Layout Export

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix VT1520-0568 Machine Layout Export FigureSpacer: TP-69425 Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 34: Vt1520-0570 Machine Layout Export

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix VT1520-0570 Machine Layout Export FigureSpacer: TP-69426 Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 35: Vt1520-0654 Machine Layout Export

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix VT1520-0654 Machine Layout Export FigureSpacer: TP-69427 Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 36: Vt1520-0656 Machine Layout Export

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix VT1520-0656 Machine Layout Export FigureSpacer: TP-69428 Null4: Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 37: Appendix R - Regulatory Data

    VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Regulatory Data Appendix R - Regulatory Data EC Declaration of Conformity Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 38 VT1520 Sub-Soiler Table of Contents Index Appendix R - Regulatory Data Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 39 ..........12 storage ..........5 category II ........12 storing machine ........20 category III ........12 sway blocks ........13 hydraulic safety ........4 symbol, safety ........3 Important!, defined .......2 tables Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Cover Table of Contents...
  • Page 40 VT1520 Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 596-383M | 9/12/22 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 41 Table of Contents Index Master Page: Blank Blank: BLANK Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 42 Table of Contents Index Master Page: Blank EOD: EOD Great Plains, Mfg. 1525 E. North St. P.O. Box 5060 Salina, KS 67402...

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