Summary of Contents for GREAT PLAINS STEALTH PRO CDH000-8
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Table of Contents Great Plains OPERATOR MANUAL MODEL CDH000-8 151-363M 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 depend on it! Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
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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 07/09/2024 | 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...
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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.
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Parts Manual QRC The QR Code to the left will take you The QR Code to the left will take you to Great Plains’ catalog of product to this machine’s parts manual. Use manuals. Use your smart phone or your smart phone or tablet to scan tablet to scan and start viewing.
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If your dealer is unable to resolve the problem or the issue is parts related, please contact: If you need customer service or repair parts, contact a Great Plains dealer. They have trained personnel, 1525 E. North St. repair parts and equipment specially designed for P.O.
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Non-Great Plains components on this machine may machine and advises on how to avoid it. contain additional safety information not found in this The notice symbol indicates a potential for manual.
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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 | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Detach the tractor. Secure the implement using Stay clear of and never step over any rotating parts. blocks. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Reflectors: Daytime decal. Reflector: Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) 80684 80684 838-267C 818-055C On walkboard, inside red reflectors; 2 total See “Transporting” on page 16. On walkboard; 1 total See “Transporting” on page 16. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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See “Transporting” on page 16. Do not stand between implement and moving tractor. Keep others away. 818-590C On front face of frame, right of each hitch; 2 total See “Hitching Tractor to Drill” on page 10. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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818-337C Rev. B On front face of upper front cross tube, left of gauge wheel; 1 total On left side frame at ladder; 1 total See “Transporting” on page 16. See “Loading Materials” on page 17. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov left-hand ends seed boxes; On front face of upper front cross tube, left of center; 1 per seed box 1 total See “Safety Information” starting on page 3. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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“Carbide Disc Scraper Installation” on page 47. Equipment Damage Risk: “Weight Bracket Installation” on page 48 Great Plains CPH, PFH or SSH accessory Pre-Planting Setup hitches are not compatible with the The balance of this section covers items that need to CDH000-8.
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Electrical Connection 5. Plug the drill lighting connector into tractor outlet. For more assistance and calculated material rates, download the Great Plains app. Accurately obtaining the desired seed population requires four steps: 1. Setting drive type gearbox (from seed rate charts decal located on bottom side of seed box lid).
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The handle has three normal operating positions: (top detent) is for the smallest seeds. Use it for wheat and similar small seeds. (middle detent) is for larger seeds. Use it for soybeans and similar larger seeds. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Set the drive type, seed rate handle and seed cup doors across the drill. See page 12 for more information. Small Seeds Box Set the seed rate handle. See “Seed Rate Handle” on page 12. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Stealth Pro Table of Contents Preparation and Setup Seeding Adjustments Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Stealth Pro Table of Contents Preparation and Setup Grass Seed Rates Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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3-point lift arms in front. When setup for field use, the increases stopping distance and decreases hitch and lift circuits may be operated in any order, or Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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0. At 0, and 1. Weights approximate, and can vary by hundreds of pounds based on material density, press wheel options, accessories and user modifica- tions. Weight kit figures presume 10 each 100 pound suitcase weights. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Main Box Small Seeds Rate Range Coarse Rate Drive Type Rate Handle Fine Rate Rate Handle Cup Adjustment Door Handle Material rates are on decals on bottom side of lid. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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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 | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Pressing Select will save the configuration and navigate to the P2 or SW screen. See “Calibration For All Drill Models” on page 4 Displays the percentage of remaining battery life. Pressing Select navigates to screen PW. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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YES, pressing Select allows for a new password to be entered. Units of Measurement If displaying the status and status is NO, pressing Select navigates to the A1 screen. Displays the units of measurement used by the acre meter. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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15. Inspect drill for worn or damaged parts. Make repairs and service during the off season. 16. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and worn areas on the drill to protect the metal. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Level row units and consistent seeding depth in tire tracks Disc Scraper Adjustment Consistent seeding depth Seed Firmer Adjustments Consistent seed placement and coverage Opener Depth (Press Wheel Height) Seeding depth Seed rates are on the decal under the seed box lid. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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(Individual Rows)” on page 26. The amount of coulter down force needed to cut a soil groove varies with soil conditions. Adding weight or shortening the coulter spring increases coulter down pressure and cutting force. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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If all springs are continuously in compression, the coulters can lift the drill off the ground (at the ground drive wheel), resulting in low seeding rates and uneven seed depth. If high forces are required, frame weights are probably required. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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6. Tighten the four U-bolts . 32337C 7. Lower the drill and pull forward 30 feet (10m). 8. Check coulter blade to opener blade (furrow centerline) alignment. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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3. Main Seed Hose (standard) Seed released by the metering cups is gravity fed by the hose to the seed tube (not shown) between the opener discs. The hose and seed tube require no adjustments. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Adjusting Disc Contact Sharp Object Hazard: Row unit disc blades may be sharp. Use caution when making adjustments in this area. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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12103 Maximum Pressure “W” 18647 Disc Scraper Adjustment standard scraper shown. Optional 12102 Minimum Pressure spring-loaded carbide scrapers are available (see page 37). They require no adjustment. Opener Down Pressure Adjustment Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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If a Keeton or Seed-Lok is present, seed falls on the firmer and may be scattered rather than placed deeper. 27122 ® Seed-Lok Lock-Up 2. Pull firming-wheel arm up and release wire to catch arm. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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To adjust, first raise drill slightly, then lift and slide T-handles on top of openers. 15659 Press Wheel Adjustment For shallower seeding, slide T-handles toward drill. For deeper seeding, slide T-handles away from drill. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Set the seed rate handle to 100 and disengage the lock-out hub. With openers lowered to engage the clutch, the seed meter jackshaft can be slowly turned with the calibration crank, while another person inspects the flutes from the open seed boxes. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Thereafter, check the chains every 100 hours. Lubricate chains any time there is a chance of moisture, and when being stored at the end of the planting season. 26482 Chain Clip Orientation Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Push new seed flap down through metal bracket until flap snaps into place with “T” top resting on top of bracket. If a seed firmer is also installed, it may be necessary to shorten the flap. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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See “Torque Values Chart” starting on page 43 for locations all chains by drill configuration. Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube Quantity = Coat thoroughly 1 zerk total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity: Until grease emerges Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Spread a small skim coat of anaerobic sealant ® (Loctite 525 or equivalent) to gear case mating surfaces before bolting them back together. 28299 Seasonal 2 races per wheel; 4 total Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Repack Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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This can prevent seed pile-up when ® ® Seed-Lok , but not Keeton . Order one per row. drilling across slopes and in other situations where Description Part Number SPRING SCRAPER ASSEMBLY 121-781A Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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This plug stops seed flow from the main seed box above the meter. Order one per row to be set bushel box (67 liter), meters and seed tubes. inactive. Consult your Great Plains dealer for ordering information. Description Part Number For operation, see: “Loading...
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The weight brackets are available as an Option with the original drill order, or as a separate kit. The kit does not include weights. See also: “Weight Bracket Installation” on page 48, and “Drill Weight Adjustment” on page 26. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Main box seed cup door setting. Set all doors the same, per seed size. Seed plug(s) installed. Remove seed plug(s). Meter or tube blocked. Clear blockage. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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If variance is consistent, develop a correction Wheel slippage is varying from nominal. factor for your conditions. Activate display. Lower left corner must be “656.2 Check that acremeter is for your drill. revs/ac” or “1621.5 revs/ha”. Contact dealer if otherwise. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Tire warranty information is found online at the manufacturer’s websites listed below. For assistance or information, contact your nearest Authorized Farm Tire Retailer. Manufacturer Website Firestone www.firestoneag.com Goodyear www.goodyearag.com www.bkt-tires.com Gleason www.gleasonwheel.com Titan www.titan-intl.com Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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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 | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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4. Stop lifting about 12 inches from the trailer bed. 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 12 inches from the ground. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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, up against the ribs. Slide the outlet end of the hose fully onto the seed tube inlet at the forward row unit opening . Move the clamp to just below the raised lip of the seed tube inlet. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Place the lock washer on the bolt (because the nut is not used). 4. Select one: 804-012C WASHER FLAT 3/8 SAE PLT Place this flat washer on the bolt. 5. Select one: 890-357C SCRAPER-SPRING LOAD-AIR DESIGN Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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Once installed the extension may be left installed on case, a hitch extension kit (page 37) is available. the drill at unhitching, as it is secured at all three Great Plains CPH, PFH or SSH accessory points on the drill. hitches are not compatible with the ...
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11. Repeat step 1 through step 10 for the right side of the drill. See “Drill Weight Adjustment” on page 26 for weight selection. Great Plains | 151-363M | 07/09/2024...
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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.
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