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PLANTER
OPERATOR MANUAL
MODEL PL5205 40' Stack-Fold Planter
Table of Contents
Original Instructions
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Index
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.
421-054M

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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Index Great Plains PLANTER OPERATOR MANUAL MODEL PL5205 40’ Stack-Fold Planter 421-054M 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.

  • Page 2: Machine Identification

    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 This manual must always be kept with your machine. Great Plains wants you to be satisfied with your product. If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are otherwise dissatisfied, please take the following actions first: Discuss the matter with your dealership service manager.
  • 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Center Frame Leveling Front-to-Back ..18 Side-Shift Hitch Offset ....35 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 6 Inside Disk Scrapers ..... 55 Fuse Block Decals ..... . . 77 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 7 Inside Disk Scraper Installation ... . . 96 Warranty ......97 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Table of Contents Index Introduction Introduction The PL5205 Planter is a stack-fold, semi-mounted is located on the front face of the left wing rest near implement for use in conventional till, minimum-till, or machine center. light no-till conditions. Flex and rigid wings configurations are available.
  • Page 9 The QR Code to the left will take The QR Code to the left will take you you to this machine’s parts man- to Great Plains’ catalog of product manuals. Use your smart phone or ual. Use your smart phone or tab- tablet to scan and start viewing.

  • Page 10: Safety Information

     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.

  • Page 11: 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 | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 12: Machine Maintenance

     Detach the tractor. Secure the implement using  Stay clear of and never step over any rotating parts. blocks. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 13: Safety Decals

    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. Refer to this section for proper decal placement. When ordering new parts or components, also request One reflector - Rear mount on fan.
  • Page 14 Two additional reflectors - One reflector above daytime reflector on each lift-assist assembly. TP-71904 Daytime Reflector (with Row Hoppers) 838-267C TP-71831 Four reflectors - One reflector below red reflector, on row units 1, 4, 9, and 12. TP-71260 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 15 Four reflectors - One reflector on each parking stand on front toolbar. One reflector below Amber Reflector, on the face of each toolbar end. Two decals - One decal on face of each wing. TP-71830 TP-71904 TP-71904 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 16 Tires not in contact with the ground will rotate easily. 818-398C Four decals - One decal on side of the hopper row at the gauge wheel. One decals - One decal on side of top link. TP-75177 TP-75088 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 17 Escaping hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury. Review safety instructions with all operators annually. 818-587C Rev. B WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov One decal - One decal on the center-face of frame. TP-71904 TP-71904 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 18 One decal - One decal on face of upper frame, tractor. 858-097C beside electrocution hazard decal. Two decals - One decal on face of each end of upper frame. TP-71904 TP-71904 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 19 Max Tire Pressure and Torque (with Row Hoppers) 838-380C (40 psi/120 lb-ft) 858-781C Two decals - One decal on the side of lift-assist wheel. Four decals - One decal on side of the hopper row at the gauge wheel. TP-75177 TP-71831 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 20 Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts: Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 73 psi. Torque wheel bolts to 170 lb-ft. 858-773C Two decals - One decal on the inside of lift-assist wheel rims. TP-71831 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 21: Preparation And Setup

    This section helps to prepare your tractor and planter Hydraulic Hose Connections for use. Before using the planter in the field, you Great Plains hydraulic hoses have color coded must hitch the planter to a suitable tractor, inspect handle grips to help hook up hoses to tractor outlets.

  • Page 22: Fan Hydraulic Connections

    All motor returns combined in All PL5205 Planters require a tractor with a quick motor return hose. attach hitch. The fan motor requires further hook up of a third line All PL5205 Planters with the optional Lift-Assist which returns hydraulic fluid from the fan motor case.

  • Page 23: Hitching (2-Point Hitch)

    Ensure planter locks onto hitch securely. To shift alignment up to 1” (2.54 cm) for slight offset to plant on beds, offset the alignment no more than 1” (2.54 cm) when making lowering link adjustment. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 24: Side-Shift Hitch Lower Link

    Preparation and Setup Side-Shift Hitch Lower Link 3-Point Hitch Top Link On PL5205 Planters configured with the Side-Shift On 3-point hitches, the top link controls the angle at Hitch option, lower link adjustments will need to be which the planter is relative to the ground.

  • Page 25: Leveling Planter

    3. Raise the hitch until the toolbar is 26 inches (66 cm) above the planting surface or peaks of planting bed. 36097 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 26: Gauge Wheel Stop

    It is important to ensure tires are properly inflated before making any adjustments. 1. Pull the planter forward slowly, and lower the planter to 26 in (66 cm). Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 27: Walkboard

    The PL5205 Planters may be configured with either ladder section or is in the pathway of a a bulk seed hopper or a row hopper. Great Plains falling ladder section. Firmly support the does not recommend loading material before...

  • Page 28: Row Hoppers

    1. Ensure each hopper is correctly seated and mounting bolts are secured. Ensure the hopper discharge opening is aligned with the seed inlet tube. 2. Clean out any leftover seed and debris in the hopper. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 29: Bayer Fluency Agent Advanced

    It is not recommended for 1. Remove the hairpin cotter at pin stand (1). small seeds such as canola and milo. TP-71835 2. Support the stand at its grip handle (2). Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 30: Rear Parking Stand

    Ensure all cylinder locks are in place. Rear Parking Stand  Ensure the wing flex pins are installed on the wing pivots. PL5205 Planters configured with the bulk seed  Always use warning lights when transporting the hopper have rear...

  • Page 31: Storage

    “ ” beginning on page 24 in the following Never unhitch, park, or store a folded section. PL5205 Stack-Fold Planter. An unhitched 1. Position the planter on firm, level ground. folded stack-fold planter could topple 2. Unfold the planter.
  • Page 32 Store the planter where children do not play. If possible store inside for longer life of the planter. Great Plains strongly recommends the planter is parked on a level, debris-free, concrete surface. 1. Unfold the planter, if necessary. The planter should always be stored unfolded.

  • Page 33: Operation

     Set up the seed meters for correct seed (page 41).  Set planting rate. See the Material Rate manual.  Check the console and observe any diagnostic messages.  Check chain tension (page 67). Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 34: Planter Locks

    Wing Lock Pins Or stored. planter at raised. Cylinder locks are stored on the lift- Flex Lock Pins. assist weldments. Used when planter is configured Lift-Assist Lock Proper storage position Stowed. with lift-assist. Cylinders for planter. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 35: Raising And Lowering

    6. Lower the planter into field position for planting. damage if not operated properly. Unfolding with 2-Point Hitch PL5205 Planters configured with the optional lift- 1. Remove lift-assist lock cylinders, assist, raising and lowering the planter relies on the necessary.

  • Page 36: Folding With 2-Point Hitch

    8. Set the tractor hydraulic fold lever to “Neutral”.  Air System The air system consists of two hydraulic fans on bulk seed hopper configured PL5205 Planters. One hydraulic fan supplies air for the seed delivery (1) and the other hydraulic fan supplies air for the meter operation (2).

  • Page 37: Dual-Fan Air System Hydraulics

    If the fans are running at suggested rpm or the meters are not getting seed, the fans may be running supplied with a specialize low-seep flat-face case backward. Reverse the inlet/return lines at the hitch. drain quick disconnect. Pressure spikes during Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 38: Fan And Meter Pressurization

    10. Begin planting. Troubleshoot obvious problems or alarms. 11. During the first pass, take note of the average populations reported on the seed monitoring system console: Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 39: Skips

    6. Install the rain covers and plant with the until the reported population levels out at the calculated average. target value. Fine Tuning Meter Pressurization After several passes, if you are comfortable with the planter operation, optimize the meter pressurization. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 40: Seed Meter Operation

    See the Material Rate manual for more information. Methods of rate checking are described in detail in the Seed Rate manual. This is an overview of the Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 41: Singulated Rate

    Do not calibrate to correct expected variations in singulated rates. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 42: Twin-Row To Single-Row Conversion

    1. Move the planter to level ground with adequate 11. Repeat steps a through e to shift the shims on overhead side-to-side clearance other lower pin on hitch. unfolding the planter. 2. Using the 3-point hitch, fully raise the planter. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 43: 2-Point Side-Shift Hitch Offset

    (1). 9. Set the tractor hydraulic lift-assist lever to “Neutral”. 10. If the ground is soft, place a board or plate under each stand to increase contact area. 11. Set parking stands. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 44: Row Unit Lock-Up

    The row unit can snap down sharply jack under the shank extension to support the causing severe injury or even death. row unit. Row Unit Lock-Up (2-Point Hitch) 1. Use the tractor hydraulic lift-assist lever to raise the planter. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 45: Disable Seed Meters

    To aide in future twin-to-single row conversions, you may consider marking the frame as you work with a marker for future reference. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 46 See previous table. 6. Once the gauge wheel mount is in the correct offset location, tighten the two lock collars (4) to secure the main driving sprocket (5). Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 47: Lift-Assist Wheel Offset (Option)

    If your PL5205 Planter is configured with lift-assist, it will be necessary to offset the lift-assist pivot mount on the rear of the planter.

  • Page 48: Adjustments

    Material Rate manual. 3. Reroute chain over sprockets and idlers as shown. 4. Move idler into chain so chain has 1/4 inch (6 mm) slack in its longest span. Tighten idler and install lynch pins. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 49: Planting Rate For Hydraulic Drive

    It does not count individual volumetric seeds. The following is described in detail in the Material Rate manual. The following is an overview of the general process, which varies with the seed type and planter meter drive configuration. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 50: Seed Meter Setup And Adjustments

    2. Before installing, inspect the disks. Do not install 9. Set the seed inlet gate to the setting on the seed damaged or worn disks which can cause rate chart. irregular seeding. Chips and cracks can increase brush wear. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 51: Seed Disk Removal

    It is possible to disable seeding on individual rows. 1. Set seed inlet gate to “X” or fully closed. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 52: Seed Pool Slopes

    (top forward). 5. Leave the fan running to keep seed in top cells. 6. Install rain covers. 7. Begin planting. Meter operation is automatic from this point on. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 53: Seed Meter Hydraulic Drive

    See “Unit Mounted Coulters” on page 51. (11) Opener Disks (standard). Row unit double disk openers create the seedbed furrow with adjustments for angle and spacing. See “Row 68907 Unit Opener Disks” on page 48. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 54: Row Unit Down Pressure

    (1) stored on the end of the toolbar. TP-75178 Be sure to inspect rows in and out of tire tracks. (1) If the side gauge wheels are leaving no tracks, or light tracks, increase down force. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 55: Row Unit Opener Disks

    Install cylinder locks when working or from touching to 1 1/2inch (3.8 cm) from each other. making adjustments on the machine. A falling machine can cause severe injury or death. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 56: Side Gauge Wheel Angle And Clearance

    10. When properly adjusted, tighten the pivot bolt (2) opener components are replaced. to 110 ft-lb (150 Nm). For 2 inch (5 cm) planting depth, adjust the side gauge wheel angle so the wheels contact the row Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 57: Side Gauge Wheel Scraper (Option)

    (1) of the press wheel assembly can be  Wheel Stagger. The factory setting is staggered to adjusted as follows: achieve the best residue flow. 2. Raise the planter.  Centering. Press wheels should be centered over the seed trench. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 58: Unit Mounted Coulters

    To check alignment, sight along the coulter blade centerline (1), the gap between the opener blades, and the centerline between the press wheels. If they Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 59: Row Unit Shut-Off

    2. If configured with Lift Assist, install cylinder locks. Measure the distance from the ground to the head of the tension screw. The distance should be 4 to 4 1/2 inches (10.2 to 11.4 cm). Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 60: Seed-Lok Firming Wheels (Option)

    2. Rotate the handle clockwise (handle arm up) up, until the firming wheel releases at the latch until the Seed-Lok wheel releases at the latch point (5) and falls free. point (5) and falls free. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 61: Height Switch

    5. Slightly loosen the nuts (1) holding the sensor position bracket (2) to the lift sensor bracket (3). TP-82100 TP-75964 6. Slowly rotate the sensor position bracket (2) until the LED lights up on the proximity sensor (4). Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 62: Options

    204-552A adjustment. -1240 -TR36 Description Part Number -TR38 204-528A Inside Disk Scraper 122-278S -TR40 The inside scraper cannot be used with Seed-Lok seed firmers, but are compatible with seed flaps and Keeton seed firmers. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 63: Side Gauge Wheel Scrapers

    Additional wheels are available, and may be ordered at anytime. This manual does not list part numbers as the available wheels are often region-specific. Consult your Great Plains dealer.  Seed Tube Brush 34089 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 64: Seed Firmers

    Milo, Pelletized Sugar Beet, 130 Cell 817-800C the planter and located under the walkboard. Use the Soybeans, 84 Cell (Medium) 817-798C Soybeans, 168 Cell (Large) 403-551D Sunflower Oil, 60 Cell (Small) 837-234C Sunflower Oil, 60 Cell (Medium) 837-235C Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 65: Topcon Console System

    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 and search for XD/XD+ in the search bar. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 66: Sureforce Hydraulic Option

    For more information on SureForce, write or e-mail Ag Leader at: 2202 South Riverside Drive Ames, Iowa 50010 info@agleader.com immediate customer assistance with SureForce system, call 515-735-7000. *Field installed kit only for Ag Leader ready planter. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 67: Maintenance

     Lubricate areas listed under “Lubrication” beginning on page 68.  Replace any worn, damaged, or illegible safety decals by obtaining new decals from your Great Plains dealer. See “Safety Decals” on page 6. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 68: Hydraulic System

    5. Reset the pop-out indicator (5) if necessary. present within the hydraulic system. Keep a filter element (2) on hand. Great Plains Hydraulic System Inspection recommends changing the filter element at least...

  • Page 69: Material Clean-Out

    Airbox Residue Clean-Out Planting is extremely dusty conditions, particularly dusty and humid conditions, or otherwise sticky soils, can lead to air residue buildup the airbox. This residue can cause seed delivery blockages. TP-75170 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 70: Seed Meter Clean-Out

    The planter container for meter clean-out is stored at the right rear under the walkboard. This container can hold all the seed in a meter and inlet. 68655 The container can also be converted to a funnel for complete system clean-out. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 71: Alternate Meter Clean-Out

    If the strip brushes (2) are worn or damaged, air  insert seed tube brush (part number 891-259C) into pressure regulation may become unstable or required the seed tube from above. With the planter raised, increasing fan speed over time. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 72: Seed Meter Brush Replacement

    4. Add a half turn to the nuts. 8. Insert the brush holder and check the strip brush Strip Brush Replacement positioning. Equipment Damage Risk Do not loosen or remove any of the bolts retaining the brush holder. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 73: Seed Drop Brush Replacement

     Chips at the edges or in surfaces of the cell pockets (6). These chips can leak air and/or adversely affect 3. Prepare to catch the drop brush (3) which will fall singulation. loose. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 74: Cleaning And Storing Seed Disks

    If the bearings are rough, inspect and replace, if necessary. 2. Loosen the clamp bolt (1) and slide the depth wheel arm (2) in to take up the gap between the Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 75: Disk Spreaders And Scrapers

    Replace the outside scrapers, as Chain Type Chain Slack necessary. Long chains over 36 inch (91 cm) 1/4 in/ft (2.1 cm/m) Vertical short chains 1/4 in/ft (2.1 cm/m) Horizontal short chains 1/2 in/ft (4.2 cm/m) Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 76: Chain Clips

    Otherwise, machine may become damaged through impaired usage. Grease Fittings Lubricate with grease at the hourly interval indicated in the arrow. If you operate the machine in extremely wet and/or muddy conditions, lubricate grease fittings more frequently. 36155 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 77 34930 36160 Caster Pivots Wing Upper Link Arm Outer Pivots Apply grease on each zerk on caster pivot spindle Apply grease on each wing unit until grease until grease emerges. emerges. Seasonal 34930 36159 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 78: Bearings

    PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Maintenance Bearings Wheel Bearings Repack two bearings on each wheel. Seasonal 71157 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    2. Is the population on the con- Check seed rate charts against transmission sprockets selected. sole close to the target popu- If slightly under or over see “Population and Airbox Trou- lation? bleshooting” on page 75. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 80: Seed Pool

    • no seed available • Y-tube closed release screen. backlog at the ficient to prevent • meter never inlet. back-flow. primed Actions Actions Actions Actions Actions Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 81 4. Resume plant- release screen 11. Resume plant- ing. and inspect. ing. 7. Check seed pool for for- eign matter. 8. Perform a one- row seed pool recovery. 9. Resume plant- ing. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 82: Planter Troubleshooting

    If rephasing does not create smooth hydraulic movement, and the tractor hydraulic oil reservoir is full, contact your Great Plains dealer to service the hydraulic system. Tangled hydraulic hoses near the In a safe manner, inspect hitch area for tangled hydraulic hitch hoses.

  • Page 83: Population And Airbox Troubleshooting

    Incorrect speed sensor constant Perform a speed calibration. See console manual. Insufficient oil to the fan, meter Lift planter more gradually. Low population bands or skips pressure too low, seed falling in after turns wrong location Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 84 Open meter door and/or y-tubes. Incorrect seed hose assembly Properly attach y-tube to intended meter. placement Possible air leak Inspect for air leaks from fan to top of meter. Repair or replace, as necessary. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 85: Seed Blockage Removal

    7. Set out a tarp to recover any seed still in the airbox. 8. Loosen the wing nuts (1) on both sides of the airbox, slide the airbox cover (2) upwards to TP-75171 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 86: Fuse Block Decals

    17. Remove the airbox shut-off gate (3) and return to storage position. 18. Loosen wing nuts and slide the airbox cover (2) downwards to cover the airbox shut-off gate slot (4) and re-secure wing nuts. TP-75973 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 87 PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting 844-348C 844-349C TP-75974 TP-75975 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 88 PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting 844-399C 844-400C TP-75976 TP-75977 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 89 PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting 844-401C TP-75978 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 90: Specifications

    350 to 540 lbs (159 to 245 kg) per row Opener, Down Pressure 220 hp (165 kW) Open-Center or Closed-Center, 3 or 4 remotes Minimum Tractor Requirements 2250 psi (155 bar), 25 gal/min (98 liters/min) for fan circuit Quick Attach Hitch Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 91 350 to 540 lbs (159 to 245 kg) per row Opener, Down Pressure 260 hp (195 kW) Open-Center or Closed-Center, 3 or 4 remotes Minimum Tractor Requirements 2250 psi (155 bar), 25 gal/min (98 liters/min) for fan circuit Quick Attach Hitch Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 92: Torque Value Chart

    For assistance or information, contact Gauge Wheel 7.60-15 6-Ply Lug your nearest Authorized Farm Tire Retailer. kPa) 73 psi 170 ft-lb Manufacturer Web Site (503 (231 N- Lift Assist 380/55R-16.5 Titan www.titan-intl.com kPa) Goodyear www.titan-intl.com Tire Warranty Information Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 93 PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Specifications Manufacturer Web Site Firestone www.firestoneag.com www.bkt-tires.com/en Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 94: Hydraulic Diagrams

    PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Specifications  Hydraulic Diagrams Fold Hydraulics - Right/Left Wings TP-75097 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 95 PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Specifications Fan Hydraulics - Bulk Hopper Configuration TP-71093 Fan Hydraulics - Row Hopper Configuration TP-71093A Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 96 PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Specifications Wing Flex Hydraulics (Optional Configuration) TP-75173 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 97 PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Specifications Lift Assist Hydraulics (Optional Configuration) TP-75052a Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 98 PL5205 Planter Table of Contents Index Specifications Hydraulic Drive Hydraulics (Optional Configuration) TP-75054a Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 99: Chain Routings

    Range Sprockets: 18T, 19T, 20T, 30T, and 38T Transmission Sprockets: 17T, 19T, 23T, Range 24T, 25T, 26T, 27T, and 28T Upper Drive Sprockets: 18T, 36T, and FIXED Transmis- Upper Drive TP-71906 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 100: Pre-Delivery Instructions

    Great Plains recommends an open, concrete area. It is the dealer’s responsibility to unload the PL5205 planter. Unload all equipment before beginning  Have all major components and required tools. Test to ensure they are properly working.
  • Page 101 Great Plains This location needs to be: recommends using a single industrial lift, ...
  • Page 102 8. Slowly lift the planter off of the trailer bed. Great Plains recommends the planter is hitched to a 9. Stop lifting the planter after about 12 inches or suitable tractor while installing the lift-assist wheel high as necessary to create enough clearance assemblies.

  • Page 103: Hydraulic Cylinders

    The hydraulic system comes from the position. The lower extension weldment (2) will factory fully charged. Great Plains strongly be positioned on the rear face of the center recommends that all hydraulic system...
  • Page 104 On all planters, the seed monitoring system only counts seed when the planter is lowered and the drive is activated. On hydraulic and electric drive planters, the height switch also enables or disables the drive. TP-75114 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 105 There will be an unused green wired connector on the sensor. In this configuration, the height switch will operate as follows: Whisker Wire Color Function Position black power power straight active bent inactive Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 106: Option Installation

    6. Tight the nut to the correct torque from the “Torque Value Chart” on page 83. Make sure the disks pivot freely. 7. Install the spring (10) by connecting the spring between the disks using the small top holes. Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...

  • Page 107: Limited 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.
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  • Page 109 ........37 side-shift hitch offset ......35 furrow check ........ 32 row unit opener disks ......48 skips ...........32 adjustments ........ 48 speed sensor ........22 gauge wheel offset ......38 disk-to-disk spacing ..... 48 storage........... 5 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
  • Page 110 ........33 transmission sprockets .......41 transport speed ........5 transporting ........23 tufted brush ........64 unfolding ..........28 unit mounted disk coulters ....55 waste disposal ........4 wheel bearings ........70 wing flex hydraulics ......86 Y-tube ..........38 Great Plains | 421-054M | 09/11/2024...
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