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PLANTER
OPERATOR MANUAL
MODEL PL5805
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.
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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Index Great Plains PLANTER OPERATOR MANUAL MODEL PL5805 421-057M 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 Printed 08/22/2024 | 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.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Before Planting Checklist ....15 5005 Series Row Unit..... 33 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 6 Markers ....... 55 Hydraulic Drive Fuse Block Decal ... 73 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 7 Marker Installation ..... . . 88 Warranty ......89 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 8 Cover Index...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    PL5805 Planter Table of Contents Index Introduction Introduction The planter model PL5805 is a pull-type planting model and serial number on the inside cover of this implement for use in conventional till, minimum-till, or manual for quick reference. light no-till conditions.
  • Page 10: Training And Instruction

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  • Page 11: 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 12: 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 | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 13: Machine Maintenance

     Detach the tractor. Secure the implement using  Stay clear of and never step over any rotating parts. blocks. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 14: Safety Decals

    Eight reflectors - One on front of each light bar, one Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. on each side of walkboard, and two on back of each Refer to this section for proper decal placement.
  • Page 15 Keep others aways. 818-580C Four decals - One on each side of each caster Two decals - One on each marker first section. wheel; above the tires. 68211 68136 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 16 One decal - On left side of hitch. Maxi mum inflation pressure of tires is 75 psi Torque wheel bolts to 240 lb-ft . 844-125C Two decals - One on each gauge wheel. 68135 68136 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 17 One decal - On left side of hitch. WITH QUICK HITCH TOP HOOK. REMOVE TOP HOOK TO PREVENT INTERFERENCE SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION 844-496C One decal - On side of hitch TP-71113 68135 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 18: Preparation And Setup

    Refer to the monitor manual for installation and physician familiar with this type of injury. setup. Great Plains hydraulic hoses have color coded Information specific to your planter model is in a handle grips to help hook up hoses to tractor outlets.
  • Page 19: Electrical Connections

    (2) to the console harness, and  any optional harnesses. Hitching with 2-Point Hitch Load Sway Hazard 71113 Failure to adjust 3-point arms and sway 6. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor blocks can result in injury. remotes. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 20: Hitching With Hydraulic Hitch (Option)

    All frame sections must be level to maintain even planting depth. Before using the planter in the field, make sure the planter is level side-to-side. Periodic frame leveling adjustments should not be necessary, but if there are problems with uneven Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 21: Speed Calibration

    Before the first use, set the following:  marker extension (See “Marker Extension” on page 14), and marker disk angle (See “Marker Disk Angle” on  page 46). Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 22: Marker Extension

    413.0 inch 1050 cm 427.0 inch 1085 cm PL5805-IB-TR30 30.0 inch 76.2 cm 458.0 inch 1163 cm 480.0 inch 1219 cm PL5805-IB-TR70 27.6 inch 70.0 cm 422.0 inch 1070 cm 441.0 inch 1120 cm Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 23: Operation

     Check the chain tension (page 53).  Make sure meter inlet gates are open to chart value. See Material Rate manual.  Make sure hoses are fully connected to meters.  Close and latch all tank/hoppers lids. 68138A Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 24: Raising And Lowering

     The planter may be lowered onto transport lock channels at any time. The planter may be fully lowered, with lock channels  removed, only when unfolded. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 25: Unfolding And Folding

    For hydraulic hitch, tap the softkey will be blue. Working Hydraulics on the FOLD SEQUENCE screen, and raise the hydraulic hitch to For partial unfolding, tap the STOP softkey disengage the wing locks. during the process. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 26: Folding

    13. Unfolding is complete when the roller on top of the tongue is engaged by the tongue later (1). 68145 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 27: Material Loading

    Home softkey. of seconds. Never enter a hopper for loading, unloading, or routine maintenance. Leave strainer in place except when instructed to remove it. Keep lid tightly closed during operation. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 28 Open the handle and engage the hook on the 8. If using an auger to load seed the top section of latch. the center walkboard railing can be swung down. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 29: Auxiliary Hydraulics (Option)

    A sensor from the WSMT measures and reports the air to the display in the cab. In case of insufficient fan air or significant seed delivery air leaks, seed flow may be irregular or stop. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 30 PL5805 Planter Table of Contents Index Operation 68200 68199 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 31: Twin Fan Hydraulics

    (5) Return from delivery fan to meter pressure chemical manufacturer. Seek medical fan. assistance immediately if accident occurs. Know what to do in case of an accident. (6) Case drain from meter pressure fan to delivery fan motor. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 32: Ground Drive Pump (Option)

    Make sure the entire cutout is visible as shown in positive displacement pump. For pump operation the illustration. If part of the cutout or the entire and pump maintenance, refer to the pump manual Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 33: Swath Command Clutch (Option)

    Before operating the markers, set the selector valve (1) to Marker. 68197 The hydraulic drive option replaces the standard contact wheel ground drive with a hydraulic motor (1) as the power source for meter rotation. 68150 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 34: Transporting

     Remember that the planter is wider than the tractor. Allow safe clearance.  Always transport markers in the folded position. Make sure second marker section rests securely on the transport carrier. 68140 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 35: Storage

    Thoroughly clean the pump following instructions in the pump manual. d. Remove any dirt and debris that can hold moisture and cause corrosion. 7. Clean planter of mud, dirt, excess oil, and grease. 29745 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 36: Transmission Sprockets

    If necessary, adjust the pressure on one or both 7. Store and pin the removed sprockets on storage springs (4) to adjust the down pressure that the towers. contract wheel exerts. Do not adjust the spring so that it will bottom out. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 37: Fan And Meter Pressurization

    Excess meter pressurization can increase the 11. During the first pass, take note of the average chance of doubles. populations reported on the seed monitor: Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 38: Doubles

    (such as incorrect speed 2. Adjust the meter pressurization down in small calibration, Sensor Constant, or Gear Ratio setup). increments, waiting 5 to 10 seconds between Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 39: Singulated Rate

    Great Plains recommends checking with your local agronomist as soil conditions can vary. Conditions in For reliable monitor reports, at the start of each your area may need less or more amounts of season, perform a GROUND SPEED CALIBRATION fertilizer than represented in the charts.
  • Page 40: Fertilizer Ground Drive Lock-Up

    On hydraulic and electric drive planters, the height switch also enables or disables the drive. When the hydraulic drive planter is raised, the switch state is ignored during FILL DISK and 5 REV TEST operations. 25392 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 41: Vantage I Application

    Unit Down Pressure” on page 34. contact. It may also deliver fertilizer. See Pressurization Inlet (standard). “Coulter Row Adjustment” on page 45. Pressure-regulated air enters the meter here and Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 42: Row Unit Down Pressure

    (3) If the side gauge wheels are creating a trench into the subsoil, down force is too high and needs to be reduced. 68158 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 43: Row Unit Opener Disks

    1. Raise the planter and install lift cylinder locks.  openers disk to disk clearance, and 2. Remove the side gauge wheels on the row unit  gauge wheel/opener disk clearance. needing adjustment. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 44: Gauge Wheel/Disk Clearance

    (1) should just be touching the opener working on the machine. A falling machine disk (2) when the wheel is raised to planting depth. can cause severe injury or death. To adjust the side gauge wheels: 22525 22524 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 45: Side Gauge Wheel Scraper (Option)

    If the press wheel adjustments do not provide satisfactory furrow closing, your conditions may require alternate press wheels. A variety of press wheel assemblies are available. See your Great Plains dealer for information. 25273 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 46: Press Wheel Down Pressure

    To change the stagger: 1. Raise the planter. 2. Remove the bolt (1), lock washer (2), and spacers (3). 3. Reinstall the spacers, press wheel (4), and hardware to the other hole location (5). 68908 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 47: Seed Inlet Gate Adjustment

    8:00 position on the housing wall, forward and down to one or two seeds deep at the base of the rear strip brush (1). 8:30 69650A 68910 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 48: Seed Meter Re-Fill

    (2). wider. In this case, the problem is further up in the seed flow. Close the gate completely for about 15 seconds. This prevents meter pressurization air from Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 49: Seed Disk Removal

    Material, seed disk cell count, and target a twin-row planter, shut off the front (short mount) population. rows. 11. Reinstall the rain cover. On single-row planter with mid-length mounts, any rows may be locked up. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 50 To lock up a row unit: 29758 68907A Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 51: Unit Mount Row Cleaners (Option)

    Wheel placement for more or less aggressive on the mount to aid in setting the height of cleaning, and the tee plate.  wheel height adjusted by a stop. The cleaner arms float. The stop only sets the lowest position. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 52: Unit Mounted Coulters

    Row cleaner tines, casting edges, and 1/4 inch (6 mm) above coulter blades are sharp and may result in 3/4 inch (19 mm) below injury. Wear hand protection when working in the area. 29124 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 53: Coulter Row Adjustment

    2. The holes on the row unit are slotted (2) for adjustment. Keep the coulter blade vertical while adjusting. If the blade cannot be aligned, check that the blade spindle is using the same hole location on each side of the bracket. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 54: Markers (Option)

    4. Remove the drive tool. Engage the lever stop under the handle when the Seed-Lok is in use. If left disengaged (3), a furrow obstruction could cause unintended lockup. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 55: Maintenance

     Lubricate areas listed on page 57.  Replace any worn, damaged, or illegible safety decals by obtaining new decals from your Great Plains dealer. See “Safety Decals” on page 6.  Material Clean-Out Possible Dust and Chemical Fume...
  • Page 56: Air System Clean-Out

    If any areas inside the airbox are partially or operate the fan for an extended period to completely blocked, follow the clean-out instructions completely remove any moisture before below. storing or before field operations. Seed Meter Clean-Out Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 57 9. Clean seed from all brushes. A shop vacuum is recommended to clean the brushes. 10. Inspect the brushes. 11. Rotate the container/funnel clockwise to remove and empty. 12. If the planter will be used again. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 58: Alternate Meter Clean-Out

     If the seed drop brush (3) is worn or damaged, its anti- static effect may fade, which can result in skips due to smaller seeds failing to release, and lower population. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 59: Seed Meter Brush Replacement

    1. Insert the flat blade of a large screwdriver into the 9. When the strip brushes fit correctly, position the slots of the brush holder snaps (4). drop brush (6) and seat the brush holder (5). Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 60: Seed Drop Brush Replacement

    Wear gloves when washing disks. Avoid spray. 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. 68912 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 61: Hydraulics

    4. Adjust the idlers for ideal slack. cylinder elevated. 6. Fully extend all cylinders at low flow. Hold the circuit for one minute. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 62: Row Unit Side Gauge Wheels

    (4) between the bearing and shank on b. Remove the shims (8) from the inside of the each blade. Tighten the bolts. wheel and place them on the outside of the wheel (9). Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 63: Markers

    22736 1. Unscrew the lower canister from the filter, catching and disposing of the used fluid. 2. Remove and discard the element. 3. Install a new element (part number 850-075C). Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 64: Fertilizer System

    5. Reset the pop-out indicator, if necessary. the pump. Do not allow air to enter the Keep a filter element on hand. Great Plains pump. Even for short periods of storage, the recommends changing the filter at least annually, or entrance of air into the pump causes RAPID as needed.
  • Page 65: Seed Flap Replacement

    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. 68162 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 66 Grease the center lift mechanism. Apply until grease Grease fittings on each side of the each row unit. emerges. Apply until grease emerges. 68209 68169 Illustration is viewed from the bottom of the Only the top grease fittings require grease. planter. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 67 Hydraulic Drive (Option): 1 chain on center of planter under rockshaft. Coat thoroughly with chain lube; as required. Fertilizer Pump Ground Drive (Option): 2 chains at fertilizer pump ground pump. Coat thoroughly with chain lube; as required. 25280 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 68: Seed Lubricants

    For canola or mustard, 1 cup (240 ml) per 30 lbs. (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 | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 69: Options

    An optional top loading 150 bushel seed hopper is available. 68197 Option Package Part Number 150 Bushel Hopper 403-820L Description Part Number The 150 bushel seed hopper cannot be Hydraulic Drive 402-686A used with the liquid fertilizer tank system. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 70 1.17 mm Fertilizer Tank Kit 427-010A 832-057C 0.059 inch 1.76 mm 832-055C 0.080 inch 3.24 mm VisaGageII 832-059C 0.098 inch 4.87 mm *Sizes standard in many fertilizer bundles. Check your accessories before ordering. 68203 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 71: Veriflow Nozzles

    VeriFlow nozzles. These nozzles contain a spring- loaded regulated that provides consistent back pressure over a wide range of rates and pressures. Great Plains offers two models of VeriFlow nozzles. Order one nozzle for each active boom clamp. 68175 Description...
  • Page 72: Fertilizer Dribblers

    Under Frame Attachment Kit 29248 36369 Description Part Number Ezee Glide Plus Talc and Graphite Mix 821-069C 5 gal (18.9 liter) container Bayer Fluency Powder 821-074C case quantity 68177 Bayer Fluency Powder 821-075C single 4.4 pound bucket Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 73 204-587A 32 Row (70 cm) 207-386A PL5805-IB-2420 204-579A 32 Row (30 inch) 207-384A PL5805-IB-3115 204-565A, 204-569A PL5805-IB-3135 204-565A, 204-569A Double Wheel, Stand Alone Part Number PL5805-IB-TR30 204-587A 16 Row (70 cm) 207-307K PL5805-IB-TR70 204-587A Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 74: Unit Mounted Disk Coulters

    16 Row (70 cm) 207-372A 16 Row (30 inch) 207-372A 24 Row (20 inch) 207-372A 31 Row (15 inch) 207-372A 31 Row (35 cm) 207-372A) 32 Row (30 inch) 207-372A 32 Row (70 cm) 207-372A Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 75: Coulter Blades

    The part numbers are not listed here wheel scrapers are useful in preventing buildup that because available press wheels are often might result in shallow planting. region specific. See your Great Plains Order one part per wheel; two per opener. dealer. Description...
  • Page 76: Seed-Lok Firming Wheel

    837-235C fertilizer delivery. For this use, the optional fertilizer system must be installed. Sunflower Oil, 24 Cell (Large) 817-851C Wheat/Rice, 84 Cell (Volumetric) 817-867C Description Part Number ® Keeton Seed Firmer (per opener) 890-840C Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 77: Seed Meter Clean-Out Container

    For easy access, the timing tool can be ordered with hardware for mounting it under the walkboard. Description Part Number Timing Tool Assembly 403-557S (contains one each of the following) Timing Tool Holder 403-556H Long Lynch Pin 805-240C Timing Tool, 19 Tooth 812-391C Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 78: 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 | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    If slightly under, see “Seed Population Too Low” on page 75. If slightly over, see “Seed Population Too High” on page 77.  Seed Pool The following illustration shows rear cross sections of the seed meter in normal and row-failed conditions. 29743 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 80: Seed Pool Recovery

    If you start or resume planting with an empty seed pool, the delivery flow may be too low to keep the meter supplied. The steps below quickly prime the meter by rebuilding the seed pool. 29744 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 81: Irc Fuse Block Decal

    SERVO 2 CLOSE OPEN 5 AMP 15 AMP SPARE SPARE 15A PWR 15A PWR 5 AMP SOL WSMT SOL TCOM ACC ECU 5 AMP 5 AMP 5 AMP WCMT ECU TCOM ECU WSMB 18R ECU Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 82: Seed Population Troubleshooting

    Incorrect speed calibration Perform speed calibration using the monitor manual. Rows not If not detected by the seed monitor, Lift the planter, expose bottom of seed tube, and clean out. planted. check for plugged seed tube Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 83: Seed Population Too Low

    Lock up the clutch until it can be overhauled or replaced. See the clutch or wear “Electric Clutch Lockup” on page 24. Skipping chain from the drive to the wing Check chain slack. Replace worn chain. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 84 Check for worn chain, worn idlers, and low chain slack. Skips due to debris in disk cells Remove rain covers, inspect and clean out disks. Row has blank disk installed Replace with a seeding disk. Seed sensor obscured Clean out seed tube. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 85: Seed Population Too High

    Excess meter pressurization causing High Check gate. doubles population, single row. Worn seed drop brush and/or strip Replace worn brushes. brushes allowing excess seed to pass Incorrect seed disk with higher cell count Install correct disk. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 86 Seed treatment sticky Add Ezee Glide Plus to seed to dry out seed treatment. Little or no seed to several rows with Treatment mixed unevenly and plugging Clean out seed and re-mix. heavily treated outlets seed. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 87: Planter Troubleshooting

    Wedge shaped wheels work best on narrow spacings and in wet Use of incorrectly shaped tire for soil as desired. conditions. Round edge wheels work best in wider row spacings conditions and drier conditions. Planter not level front to rear Check tongue height. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 88 Maximum down float should be limited by the slot at the rod end of Marker disk Marker folding linkage does not have the marker cylinder. does not mark. enough slack to allow marker disk to drop into field depressions Reverse marker disk to pull or throw dirt. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 89: Row-Pro Troubleshooting

    Voltage reads “0” on monitor Inspect for pinched or broken wiring harness between the load cell or is unaffected Signal wire grounded to frame and DPLCM. Replace damaged wiring. by load on load cell. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 90: Specifications

    Not available with 150 bu hopper. a. Typical standard configuration is markers, 82 bushel hopper, no fertilizer, no coulters b. Typical maximum configuration is markers, 82 bushel hopper, starter fertilizer system, unit mount coulters Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 91 Not available with 150 bu hopper. a. Typical standard configuration is markers, 82 bushel hopper, no fertilizer, no coulters b. Typical maximum configuration is markers, 82 bushel hopper, starter fertilizer system, unit mount coulters Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 92: Torque Value Chart

    Tire Warranty Information Goodyear www.titan-intl.com Firestone www.firestoneag.com All tires are warranted by the original manufacturer of the tire. Tire warranty information is found in the www.bkt-tires.com/en brochures included with your Operator and Parts Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 93: Option Installation

    1. Insert the 3/16 x 3 inch bolt (1) from the rear, through the lowest hole of the bracket (2). 2. Place the tube (3) over the bolt. 3. Place the spacer (4) on the bolt with the larger diameter toward the bolt head. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 94: Unloading The Trailer

    If the planter is left lines for the arms. fully tied down, it could sustain damage or 5. Remove the lower shipping bolts (5). lift the trailer from the tractor upon transport wheel contact. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 95: Press Wheel Installation

    1. On the shank (3) remove the press wheel adjuster (4), the 1/2 x 1 inch bolt (5), 1/2 x 1 1/2 inch bolt (6), and lock washer (7). Do not disturb, loosen, or remove the front two bolts. Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 96: Marker Installation

    5. Attach the marker lift arm (14) to the first section with the 3/8 x 2 1/2 inch bolt (15). Secure with nylock nut (16). 6. Repeat the procedure for the other marker. 68876 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 97: 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.
  • Page 98 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 99 ....32 seed delivery .......78 planting rate ........30 frame mounted row options ....64 too high........77 press wheel adjustments ....37 furrow check ......29 too low .........75 centering ........38 troubleshooting ......74 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 100 ..........17 unit mounted disk coulters ....66 Vantage I application ......33 VeriFlow nozzles ........63 VisaGage II .........62 waste disposal ........4 wing alignment ........13 Numerics 150 bushel seed hopper .....61 2-point hitch pivot maintenance ........57 Great Plains | 421-057M | 08/22/2024...
  • Page 101 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 102 Great Plains, Mfg. 1525 E. North St. P.O. 5060 Salina, KS 67402...

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