Great-plains 2420P Operator Manual Bedienungsanleitung

Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.!Read the operator manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-17818262818-339CWarning: High Pressure Hazard838-265CAmber ReflectorsReflector on both ends of drill; four reflectors tota

2012-04-17118-769M9Important Safety InformationWARNINGTo avoid serious injury or death:Watch your step when climbing ladder orwalking on walkboard.838

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-17101919718270818-855CTire Pressure818-229CAmber ReflectorReflector on each optional marker.818-398CCaution: Tires Not A

2012-04-17118-769M11Important Safety Information1827018270818-682CWarning: Crushing HazardTwo decals on first section of each optional marker;four deca

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1712IntroductionGreat Plains welcomes you to its growing family ofnew product owners. This drill has been designedwith

2012-04-17118-769M13IntroductionUsing This ManualThis manual will familiarize you with safety, as-sembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshootingand m

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1714Owner AssistanceIf you need customer service or repair parts, con-tact a Great Plains dealer. They have trainedpers

2012-04-17118-769M15Preparation and SetupPreparation and SetupThis section will help you prepare your tractor anddrill for use. Before using the drill

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1716Hydraulic Hose HookupRefer to Figure 3Current Style Color Coded Hose HandlesGreat Plains hydraulic hoses have color

2012-04-17118-769M17Preparation and SetupLeveling DrillRefer to Figure 410 Series OpenersInitially adjust drill so bottom of opener tube runs24 inches

Table of Contents© Copyright 2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2012. All rights ReservedGreat Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” witho

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-171820 Series OpenersRefer to Figure 7Initially adjust drill so bottom of opener tube runs24 inches above ground when d

2012-04-17118-769M19Operating InstructionsOperating InstructionsThis section covers general operating proce-dures. Experience, machine familiarity and

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1720Field OperationYou may be severely injured or killed by being crushedbetween the tractor and drill. Do not stand or

2012-04-17118-769M21Operating InstructionsMeter and Sliding Seed TubeRefer to Figure 13Before operation, make sure you are using thecorrect seed meter

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1722Opener OperationDo not back up with openers in the ground. To do so willcause severe damage and opener plugging.For

2012-04-17118-769M23Operating InstructionsTransportingTowing the drill at high speeds or with a vehicle that isnot heavy enough could lead to loss of

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1724ParkingFor information on long-term storage, refer to“Storage”, page 56.Empty seed box before unhitching drill to p

2012-04-17118-769M25AdjustmentsAdjustments10 Series OpenersOpener Down PressureRefer to Figure 15Opener springs provide the down pressure nec-essary f

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1726Opener Seeding DepthRefer to Figure 18A press wheel attached to each opener body con-trols seeding depth. To mainta

2012-04-17118-769M27Adjustments20 Series OpenersOpener Down PressureRefer to Figure 20Opener springs provide the down pressure nec-essary for opener d

2012-04-17118-769M1Important Safety InformationImportant Safety InformationLook for Safety SymbolThe SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there isa potential

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-172820 Series Side Gauge WheelsRefer to Figure 23The side gauge wheels have two, interrelatedadjustments:• angle of sid

2012-04-17118-769M29AdjustmentsOpener Seeding DepthRefer to Figure 26Side depth wheels beside the opener disks con-trol opener seeding depth. The posi

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1730NOTE: The factory setting on the press wheelis staggered to achieve optimum residue flow.Refer to Figure 29If you wa

2012-04-17118-769M31AdjustmentsDrive Speed Range SprocketsSelect the correct drive speed range sprockets foryour seed by referring to the Seeding Rate

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1732Shutting Off Seed FlowRefer to Figure 33Figure 33 shows the sliding seed tubes in theopen position. To shut off see

2012-04-17118-769M33AdjustmentsCleaning Out MetersNOTE: Shut off sliding seed tubes before at-tempting to clean out seed meters.For seed meter clean o

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1734Changing Seed Meter WheelsChoose the correct seed meter wheel for the typeof seed you will be using. Be sure to use

2012-04-17118-769M35AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 424. Pull seed meter wheel out about 1/4 inch, orpast the wheel drive pin, and spin backward toclean ou

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1736Refer to Figure 458. Reinstall spring and lock wheel retainer inplace.Refer to Figure 469. Close and pin seed meter

2012-04-17118-769M37AdjustmentsMarker AdjustmentsBleeding Marker HydraulicsTo fold properly, the marker hydraulics must befree of air. If the markers

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-172Be Familiar with Safety Decals▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page 7,thoroughly.▲ Read all instructions noted

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1738Folding Speed with Needle ValvesRefer to Figure 48A needle valve controls the folding speed of mark-ers that are pl

2012-04-17118-769M39AdjustmentsMarker ChainThere are two, interrelated adjustments for themarker chain. Make these adjustments in the follow-ing order

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1740Marker WidthRefer to Figure 53To adjust marker width, loosen jam nuts (1) and1/2-inch set screws (2). Move marker d

2012-04-17118-769M41Adjustments= planting rows = non planting rowsRefer to Figure 55Wider row spacing can be achieved by shutting offcertain meters. F

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1742Seed-Lok Lock UpOptional Seed-Lok firming wheels provide addi-tional seed-to-soil contact. The wheels are springload

2012-04-17118-769M43TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionPlanting too muchIncorrect seed rate or sprocket com-bination.Check seed rate information beg

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1744Planting too little (cont’d)Not enough talc lubricant Add more talc lubricant, page 21.Build up of seed treatment i

2012-04-17118-769M45TroubleshootingUneven seed depth (cont’d)20 Series Opener side depth wheelsare set too deep for soil conditions orcoulter depth.Ch

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1746Acremeter does not measureaccuratelyNOTE:Acremeter is most accu-rate when seeding back andforth with markers with f

2012-04-17118-769M47TroubleshootingDrill boxes do not emptyevenlyRight and left hand seed rates are notset the same.Readjust rates, see Seeding RateCh

2012-04-17118-769M3Important Safety InformationTransport Machinery SafelyMaximum transport speed for implement is 20mph. Some rough terrains require a

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1748Hydraulic marker functioningimproperlyAir or oil leaks in hose fittings or con-nections.Check all hose fittings and c

2012-04-17118-769M49Maintenance and LubricationMaintenance and LubricationMaintenanceProper servicing and maintenance is the key tolong implement life

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1750Meter MaintenanceMeter Slide Maintenance. For proper seedingoperation, seasonally or when changing crops,check mete

2012-04-17118-769M51Maintenance and LubricationRefer to Figure 606. Check for excess wear on meter slide (1).Slight wear at the top corner is normal.7

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1752Refer to Figure 6313. Close and pin meter clean out.Refer to Figure 6414. Open and pin sliding seed tube.Chain Tens

2012-04-17118-769M53Maintenance and LubricationInner Sliding Seed Tube ReplacementClean inner sliding seed tube if it will not slide. Re-place inner s

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1754Grommet MaintenancePeriodically check seed meter and seed boxgrommets for weathering or cracking and replaceas nece

2012-04-17118-769M55Maintenance and LubricationOpener Disks1. On 20 Series openers, remove side gaugewheel arm & wheel assembly by removing5/8 inc

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1756Seed Flap ReplacementRefer to Figure 731. To replace a seed flap use a needle nose orsimilar tool and squeeze the ta

2012-04-17118-769M57Maintenance and Lubrication18265Drive ChainsType of Lubrication: Chain LubeQuantity = Coat thoroughlyGauge Wheel Arm PivotsZerks o

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-174Practice Safe Maintenance▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Useproper tools and equipment. Refer to this man-

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1758Marker Hinge PointsType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = Until grease emergesMarker Disk BearingsType of Lubricatio

2012-04-17118-769M59Options18287OptionsMarkersHydraulic markers are available. The units have acast hub, tapered roller bearings and a bolt-onblade to

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-176019710Separator and Fertilizer Tube WeldmentSeparator and fertilizer tube weldments are available for theapplication

2012-04-17118-769M61OptionsKeeton Seed FirmerTo order the Keeton Seed Firmer, contact yourGreat Plains dealer.Option Packages Part NumberKeeton 120GPD

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1762Veris Drive Operating Instructions227102271222711

2012-04-17118-769M63Veris Drive Operating InstructionsOperating InstructionsDrive Operational Requirements:Hydraulic System:Maximum Required Flow:Mini

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1764Figure 2c. Connect to 12V Power Box (PN 823-202C). Connect red wire to 5 amp post and blackwire to center (ground)

2012-04-17118-769M65Veris Drive Operating InstructionsController Menu23251

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1766On/VR key: turns drivesystem on. Press twicefor VR mode. NOTE:Engage key must alsobe pressed to startdrive operatio

2012-04-17118-769M67Veris Drive Operating InstructionsPress Function key until Calibration Number window appears. See Figure 2. Select drive calibrati

2012-04-17118-769M5Important Safety InformationHandle Chemicals ProperlyAgricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Im-proper use can seriously injure pe

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1768Figure 7. Enter your planned planting speed using Up/Down arrow keys. Calibration mode will not accept a speedhighe

2012-04-17118-769M69Veris Drive Operating InstructionsSet the three position toggle switch on the Electric Clutch control box to the “CAL” position. T

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1770Figure 17. A New calibration number is suggested, along with the Old calibration number. Press Function keyto advan

2012-04-17118-769M71Veris Drive Operating InstructionsCalibration - SpeedIn order for the Controller to meter the proper amount of material, it must h

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1772Figure 3 and 4.Figure 5 and 6.If this is the first time the unit has been calibrated, this error can be large. Accep

2012-04-17118-769M73Veris Drive Operating InstructionsOperationsBefore going to the field:1. Once calibration procedure above has been followed, Consol

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-17741. Engage the hydraulic flow by pushing FORWARD on the tractor remote hydraulic lever. The re-mote lever must be LOC

2012-04-17118-769M75Veris Drive Operating InstructionsCalibration TableCrop RowSpacingNumberof CellsMinimumRateMaximumRateCalibration#Corn 15” 28 1488

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1776Crop RowSpacingMeter MeterPart NumberMinimumRateMaximumRateCalibration #Wheat HRW 7.5” Narrow 403-060D 36.1 184.6 5

2012-04-17118-769M77Veris Drive Operating InstructionsCrop RowSpacingMeter MeterPart NumberMinimumRateMaximumRateCalibration #Oats 7.5” PSS Vol #3 403

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-176Safety At All TimesThoroughly read and understand the instructionsin this manual before operation. Read all instruc-

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1778Figure 2. When in Pre-Set mode, the main operating screen shows the pre-set rate currently being applied. SeeFigure

2012-04-17118-769M79Veris Drive Operating InstructionsGPS - Based SeedingSettings for FarmWorks SiteMate used with Great Plains Precision PopulationCo

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1780Settings for Great Plains Precision Population Controllers:1. Connect SiteMate computer to Console using 9-pin seri

2012-04-17118-769M81Veris Drive Operating Instructions1. Population Monitor rate does not match GP Controller Console• Make certain that SiteMate and

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1782Settings for Ag Leader PF3000 Monitors used with Great Plains Precision Population Controllers - QUICK REFERENCEGUI

2012-04-17118-769M83Veris Drive Operating Instructions1. To change rates manually when in VR mode, simply touch the Up/Down arrow keys. This will chan

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1784a. Re-set pop-out indicator if necessary.It is a good idea to keep a filter element on hand, and we recommend changi

2012-04-17118-769M85Veris Drive Operating Instructions1. Check hydraulicsa. Check to see if hydraulic lever is in detent position.b. Hydraulic lever i

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1786a. units with radar speed signal).b. Check setting of speed signal interrupter switch - reposition as necessary to

2012-04-17118-769M87Veris Drive Operating Instructions23250Troubleshooting Flowchart

2012-04-17118-769M7Important Safety InformationSafety DecalsYour implement comes equipped with all safetydecals in place. They were designed to help y

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2012-04-17118-769M89Veris Drive Operating InstructionsPlanted RowSpacing (Inches)Number ofRows for 20ftdrillsTireRevolutions perAcre for 20ftdrillsNum

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1790AppendixTire Inflation ChartTire Size InflationPSITire Size InflationPSI7.50 x 20" 4-Ply Drill Rib 28 11L x 15

2012-04-17118-769M91Specifications and CapacitiesSpecifications and Capacities2410P and 2420PRow Spacing, Inches7 1/2 10 15Rows Per Drill32 24 16Weight

2410P and 2420P118-769M2012-04-1792WarrantyGreat Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated warrants to the original pur-chaser that this seeding equipment wi

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