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6-Foot No-Till Drills
OPERATOR MANUAL
MODELS 3P605NT, 3P606NT, 605NT & 606NT
Table of Contents
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Original Instructions
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- Page 1 Table of Contents Index Great Plains 6-Foot No-Till Drills OPERATOR MANUAL MODELS 3P605NT, 3P606NT, 605NT & 606NT 25106 25105 151-061M Original Instructions Read the operator manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception.
- Page 2 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 Printed 02/22/2024 | 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...
- Page 4 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Seed Flap Replacement ....41 NOTICE: Petroleum Products ... 11 Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... - Page 6 Chain Maintenance ....42 3P605NT, 3P606NT ....66 Gearbox Maintenance .
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Page 7: Introduction
Table of Contents Index Introduction Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new product owners. Your 6-Foot No-Till Drill has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper setup, maintenance, and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine. -
Page 8: Using This Manual
Serial Number: __________________________ misunderstanding. Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied The information in this manual is current at printing. with your new machine. If you do not understand any Some parts may change to assure top performance. -
Page 9: Safety Information
Non-Great Plains components on this machine may contain additional safety information not found in this The notice symbol indicates a potential for machine manual. -
Page 10: Machine Use
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 | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 11: Machine Maintenance
Detach the tractor. Secure the implement using blocks. Stay clear of and never step over any rotating parts. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 12: Safety Decals
Keep all safety decals clean and legible. 32693 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 13: Reflectors: Amber
CAUTION MOVING CHAIN HAZARD To prevent serious injury from moving chain: DO NOT operate with enclosure missing 818-518C (optional Native Grass box) On chain guard of Native Grass option box (left end); 1 total Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 14: Danger: Possible Chemical Hazard (Option)
On front face, upper front frame tube, left of center; (with Small Seeds Option only) 1 total On front face, upper front frame tube, below See transport topic on page 18 or page 19. gearbox; 1 total Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 15: Warning: High Pressure Fluid
Watch your step when climbing ladder or walking on walkboard. 838-102C (optional Native Grass box) On side frames at walkboard ends; 2 total On underside of lid; 1 total See “Loading Seed” on page 22. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 16: Caution: Tires Not A Step
Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov 3P606NT: On front face, upper front frame tube, right of center; 1 total 606NT: On front face, upper front frame tube, right end; See “Safety Information” on page 3. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 17: Caution: Tire Pressure And Torque
(606NT only) On rim of each end wheel with 700-15 LT tires; 2 total NOTICE: Petroleum Products 858-679C (3P6006NT and 606NT only) On the left-hand ends of each seed box; 1 per seed box Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 18: Preparation And Setup
4. Adjust top 3-point link so the top edge of drill box is parallel with the ground when drilling. Do not use link to adjust opener depth. For opener adjustments, refer to “Opener Depth (Press Wheel Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 19: Hitching Model 606Nt
4. Securely attach drill safety chain to an anchor on tractor capable of pulling drill. 57.2 cm 49.6 cm 46.4 cm 38.8 cm 18544 Clevis Hitch Height Adjustment 58.5 cm 50.9 cm 47.7 cm 40.1 cm 27216 Pintle Hitch Height Adjustment Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 20: Electrical Connections
Hose under The drive may need to be adjusted due to ground extended-cylinder symbol feeds cylinder base ends. conditions. Hose under retracted-cylinder symbol feeds cylinder 3. Level drill with top 3-point link. rod ends. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 21: Height Setup: Model 606Nt
3/ 8 in. 10 mm 1/ 4 in. 6 mm f. Factory setting. 32774G n. Depth is with new coulter blades. 2. Raise drill, unless wheel is already off ground sufficiently to allow wheel spindle relocation. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... - Page 22 3. Loosen jam nuts on hitch turnbuckle. 4. Turn turnbuckle to shorten or lengthen until top of drill frame is parallel to the ground being careful not to extend clevises beyond turnbuckle. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
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Page 23: Operation
5. Check drill for worn or damaged parts. Repair or replace faulty parts before going to the field. 6. Check hydraulic hoses, fittings and cylinders for leaks. Repair or replace faulty parts before going to the field. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 24: Transporting 3P606Nt
1920 kg *151-058A Weight Kit plus 6 each 100 pound tractor weights, approximately 780 * 151-058A Weight Kit plus 6@ 100 pound tractor weights, approximately 780 lbs. 32774C Continue at “” on page 22.* Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 25: Transporting 606Nt
4600 lbs 1410 kg 1730 kg 2090 kg *151-058A Weight Kit plus 6 each 100 pound tractor weights, approximately 780 * 151-058A Weight Kit plus 6@ 100 pound tractor weights, approximately 780 lbs. 32774D Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 26: Use Transport Locks
: 2012+ Lift Cylinder Lock Storage a full box of grain, but the added weight increases stopping distance and decreases maneuverability. Unload drill before transporting if at all possible. 19653 : 2011- Lift Cylinder Lock Storage Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... - Page 27 .This disengages the hub from the drive train and prevents excessive wear of drive system during transport. 18480 Lock-Out Hub Engaged 27218 Lock-Out Hub Disengaged Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
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Page 28: Transport Cautiously
1 (smallest seed). 5. To reduce wear, remove main shaft drive chains 2. Install or remove optional seed plugs as desired for main seed boxes. for the row spacing planned. Refer to Seed Rate Manual. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 29: Field Operation
7. Raise drill. Using calibration crank or 3-point gauge wheel, operate the meter drive system. Check that feed cups, seed tubes and drives are working properly and free from foreign material by looking for seed flow under each opener. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 30: Acremeter Operation
Down Arrow - Decrements current value. If the current screen only displays a reading, then arrow buttons can be used to reset current reading or for navigation. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 31: Acremeter Screens
Use the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the swath width. Pressing Select will save the configuration and navigate to the CAL1 screen. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... - Page 32 USA - Imperial - or METRIC. If displaying the status and status is NO, pressing Pressing Select saves the unit selection, converts Select navigates to the A1 screen. the swath width value, and navigates to the SENSOR screen. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
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Page 33: Parking
90 degrees. Do not allow hose ends or cable ends to rest on the ground. 8. Remove hitch bolt and safety chain from tractor drawbar. 18473 Parking Jack Lowered Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 34: Storage
Permanent elongation and premature cracking of hoses may occur if stored connected. Plug hose ends to prevent pest entry into seed boxes. 10. Cover with a tarp if stored outside. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 35: Adjustments
Opener Depth (Press Wheel Height) Primary control of seed depth Press Wheel Selection Furrow coverage behind seeding Drive Idler Adjustment (606NT) Consistent seed flow a. SRM: Seed Rate Manual: This adjustment is described in manual . Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 36: Frame Weight Adjustment
Tractor Damage/Field Results Risks: With weights installed, re-check that the tractor is adequate to pull the drill afield. A tractor that was marginal with the standard drill may provide inadequate performance with accessory weights. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 37: Coulter Adjustments
Coulter Depth depth. Great Plains recommends operating at a tool bar 2. Raise the drill until the coulter discs are just height of 24 in. (62.9 cm). Small adjustments may touching the ground. The press wheels are be required for unusual seeding depths and as supporting some row unit weight at this point. -
Page 38: Coulter Down-Force
Refer to table at right. 1. Measure current spring length. 2. Loosen or remove jam nut . 3. Rotate adjust nut to set spring length. 4. Tighten set jam nut. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 39: Series Row Unit Adjustments
They have adjustments for spacing. See “Disc Blade Adjustments” on page 35. ® ® 1. The seed flap may need to be shortened in length if an optional Keeton or Seed-Lok firmer is installed. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 40: Opener Spring
Use this adjustment only for a few rows, typically in tire tracks. Do not set row force higher on all rows. Instead use coulter adjustments (page 31) and frame weight adjustments (page 30). Re-check drill level (page 14) after adjusting row force. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 41: Disc Blade Adjustments
If the contact region varies with blade rotation, one or both blades is likely bent and in need of replacement. If removing all spacers cannot bring the blades into contact, they are worn out and need replacing. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 42: Disc Scraper Adjustment
Use caution when making adjustments in this area. Row unit disc blades may be sharp. To adjust the ® Keeton Seed Firmer, lower the drill until the discs of the row units are resting on the ground. 18647 Disc Scraper Adjustment Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... - Page 43 Lock-Up shown below has opener disc trench. removed for clarity - this task can be performed with discs mounted) ® 27122 ® 26390 Keeton Seed Firmer Seed-Lok Lock-Up 2. Pull firming-wheel arm up and release wire to catch arm. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
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Page 44: Small Seeds Tube Adjustment (Option)
For deeper seeding, slide T handles backward away from implement. If moving the T handle backward doesn’t cause the opener to achieve desired depth, adjust the opener frame down-force (page 34). Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 45: Maintenance
Check fittings for evidence of leaks. Clean-Out 6. Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety decals. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. See “Safety Decals” on page 6. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 46: Seed Clean-Out
Set the Seed Rate Handle to 100. Raise and lock-up the drill. Turn the seed meter jackshaft with the calibration crank, while another person inspects the flutes from the open seed boxes. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 47: Seed Flap Replacement
5. Retract cylinders. Extend cylinders again and hold remote lever on for one more minute. Repeat this step two more times to completely bleed system. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 48: Chain Maintenance
If the gearbox has been opened for repair, repack all ft (21 mm/m) gears and around shaft bearings using at least Horizontal short chains: 7 oz. (200 mL) of gear lube, Great Plains Part No. in. per foot (42 mm/m). 788067. 3. Measure current slack : Keep moisture and dirt out of gearbox. -
Page 49: Lubrication And Scheduled Maintenance
2 zerks total Type of Lubrication: Grease Lubrication: bearing grease Quantity: Until grease emerges Amount: until grease emerges Also smear grease on clutch engagement. ® 1. Loctite is a registered trademark of Henkel Corporation. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 50: Small Seeds Shaft Bearings (Option)
NG meter shaft gearbox input (right, pass-through) to Small Seeds (SGS) front right jackshaft SGS front right jackshaft to rear jackshaft SGS rear jackshaft to meter shaft drive Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 51: Drive Chains (Model: 606Nt)
(right, pass-through) to Small Seeds (SGS) front jackshaft SGS front jackshaft to rear jackshaft 32672 SGS rear jackshaft to meter shaft drive Seasonal 2 races total Type of Lubrication: Bearing grease Quantity: Re-pack Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 52: Left Wheel Bearings (606Nt)
Index Maintenance Left Wheel Bearings (606NT) 32589 Seasonal 2 races total Type of Lubrication: Bearing grease Quantity: Re-pack Right Wheel Bearings (606NT) 32578 Seasonal 2 races total Type of Lubrication: Bearing grease Quantity: Re-pack Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 53: Options
Index Options Options Carbide Disc Scraper Accessories are listed in alphabetical order. To order an accessory, contact your Great Plains dealer. Acremeter 19000 Slotted scrapers are standard. Optional carbide disc scrapers are spring-loaded and require no periodic adjustment. Scrapers are... -
Page 54: Hitches
If your drill is also equipped with a Native Grass 606NT Clevis (83) 177-536A attachment, the agitator is available without a drive. Description Part Number Agitator with drive 118-750A (for drills without Native Grass) Agitator without drive 118-751A (for drills with native Grass) Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 55: Seed Tube Plug (Main Seeds)
Native Grass and Small Seeds (43) 606NT Native Grass Only (42) 606NT Native Grass and Small Seeds (43) See “Loading Seed” on page 22. For seed rates adjustments, refer to “Native Grass Attachment” in the Seed Rate manual. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 56: Seed Lubricants
Additional wheels are available, and all may be “Small Seeds Rate” in Seed Rate Manual. field-installed. This manual does not list kit part numbers as the available wheels are often region-specific. Consult your dealer. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 57: Small Seeds Tube Plug
® Seed-Lok Seed Firmer Part Description Number RMVBL SMALL SEED BOX PARTITION 123-409D 12677 1. The Great Plains PFH accessory hitch is incompatible with the 3P606NT drill due to interference with the ground drive. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 58: Weight Brackets
(45 kg) “suitcase” style tractor weights. The kits do not include weights. Drill Option Field Kit 606NT (66) 151-058A 3P606NT (66) 151-058A See the Transporting topic starting on page 18 and “Frame Weight Adjustment” on page 30. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
Press wheels not compacting soil as desired Press wheel depth does not match coulter Readjust press wheel depth (page 38). depth Not enough down pressure on disc Increase down pressure on openers (page 34). openers Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... - Page 60 3P606NT: 913.0 Revs/ac (2256.1 Revs/ha) Check that acremeter is for your drill. 606NT: 995.0 Revs/ac (2458.7 Revs/ha) Contact dealer if otherwise. Replace acremeter (page 24). Unit is sealed and Acremeter battery failing battery is not replaceable. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
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Page 61: Warranty
Great Plains reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice. This warranty is not valid unless the unit is registered with Great Plains within 10 days from the date of the original purchase. -
Page 62: Appendix A - Reference Information
For assistance or information, contact your 7.00-15 LT 60 psi nearest Authorized Farm Tire Retailer. 2040 lb (925 kg) load rating 414 kPa Manufacturer Website Firestone www.firestoneag.com Goodyear www.goodyearag.com Titan www.titan-intl.com www.bkt-tires.com Gleason www.gleasonwheel.com Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 63: Torque Values Chart
2640 1950 4290 3160 ⁄ 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 | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 64: Hydraulic Diagram
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Hydraulic Diagram 18676 606NT Hydraulic Diagram Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 65: Drive System Diagrams
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Drive System Diagrams 3P606NT Drives 23213 3P606NT Maximum Configuration 23110 3P606NT Native Grass (Option) Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 66: 606Nt Drives
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference 23110 3P606NT Small Seeds (Option) 606NT Drives 23112 606NT Main Seed Box Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... - Page 67 6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference 23112 606NT Main Seed Box Agitator (Option) 23109 606NT Native Grass (Option) 23109 606NT Small Seeds Drive (Option) Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
- Page 68 6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference 23212 606NT Maximum Configuration Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
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Page 69: Native Grass Drive Chain Routing
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Native Grass Drive Chain Routing 3P605NT, 3P606NT, 605NT, 606NT 166P Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 70: Small Seeds Drive Chain Routing
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Small Seeds Drive Chain Routing 3P605NT, 3P606NT, 605NT, 606NT 142P Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 71: Agitator Drive Chain Routing
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Agitator Drive Chain Routing 3P605NT, 3P606NT. 605NT, 606NT Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 72: Seed Box Chain Routing
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Seed Box Chain Routing 3P605NT, 3P606NT 188P Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 73: Drive Chain Routing
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Drive Chain Routing 605NT, 606NT Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 74: Gauge Wheel Drive Chain Routing
6-Foot No-Till Drills Table of Contents Index Appendix A - Reference Gauge Wheel Drive Chain Routing 605NT, 606NT 186P Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 75: Appendix B - Pre-Delivery
8. Check for proper tension and alignment on all drive chains. 9. Check that all safety labels and reflectors are correctly located legible. Replace improperly located or damaged. Refer to Safety Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 76: Unloading
5. Slowly pull the trailer straight out from under the drill. 6. Making sure to keep the drill level front-to-back and side-to-side, slowly lower the drill to the ground 12 inches off the ground. Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 77: Attach Meter Hoses At Rows
804-009C WASHER LOCK SPRING 5/16 803-008C 5/16-18 Orient the reflector assembly upright, and red/ orange reflective side to rear. Secure mount walkboard with bolts , lock washers nuts 32683 Seed and Native Grass Hoses Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 78: Appendix C - Accessory Installation
Place this flat washer on the bolt. 5. Select one: 890-357C SCRAPER-SPRING LOAD-AIR DESIGN If the blades were not completely pre-assembled, select each: K7090 AIR DESIGN SCRAPER LH SIDE K7091 AIR DESIGN SCRAPER RH SIDE Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... -
Page 79: Weight Bracket Installation
13. Repeat the above steps for the opposite side of the drill. Select one: 14. See frame weight information on page 30 for sets: weight selection. 802-055C 5/8-11X2 804-021C WASHER FLAT 5/8 SAE PLT 804-022C WASHER LOCK SPRING 5/8 Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024... - Page 80 Table of Contents Index...
- Page 81 .........9 red reflector ..........6 Keeton ..........37 falling ........9 reflector Keeton® ........41 hydraulic .........9 amber ..........7 K7090, LH scraper ......72 moving parts ......8 red ..........6 K7091, RH scraper ......72 speed ........8 Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
- Page 82 803-021C, nut ........73 storage .......... 5 803-027C, nut ........73 storage, lighting ........27 804-009C, washer ......71 support ..........2 804-012C, washer ......72 symbol, cylinder ........14 804-013C, lock washer ...... 72 804-013C, washer ......72 Great Plains | 151-061M | 02/22/2024...
- Page 83 Table of Contents Index...
- Page 84 Great Plains, Mfg. 1525 E. North St. P.O. 5060 Salina, KS 67402...
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