Great Plains 2510HDP Operator Manual - Manual (Page 30)

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Operating Instructions
This section covers general operating procedures.
Experience, machine familiarity and the following
information will lead to efficient operation and good
working habits. Always operate farm machinery with
safety in mind.
Pre-Start Checklist
1. Carefully read “Important Safety Information”
starting on page 1.
2. Lubricate drill as indicated in “Lubrication” starting
on page 116.
3. Check all tires for proper inflation. See “Tire
Inflation Chart” on page 135.
4. Check all bolts, pins and fasteners. Torque as shown
in “Torque Values Chart” on page 136.
5. Check drill for worn or damaged parts. Repair or
replace parts before going to the field.
6. Check any hydraulic hoses, fittings and cylinders for
leaks. Repair or replace before going to the field.
Prepare for Planting
7. Install meters and seed wheels for the intended crop.
See “Meter Adjustments” on page 58.
8. For ground drive, rotate both gauge wheels to see
that the drive and meters are working properly and
free from foreign material.
9. To reduce wear, remove chains for drive systems
that will not be used at present. See page 166 for
chain diagrams.
10. Using the Seed Rate charts, perform the initial setup
of the material rates. See page 35.
11. Turn on the seed monitor (if installed), and configure
it for the materials, row spacing and intended
population. See separate DICKEY-john manual.
12. Turn on the hydraulic drive controller (if installed),
and configure it for the population intended. See
“Hydraulic Drive Operation” starting on page 68.
13. Unless rate checking or calibration will be performed
in the field to be planted, verify or calibrate rates.
See page 38, 40 or 46.
Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to
penetrate the skin. Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before
applying pressure. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can
be almost invisible. Use paper or cardboard, not body parts,
and wear heavy gloves to check for suspected leaks. If injured,
seek medical assistance from a doctor that is familiar with this
type of injury. Hydraulic fluid injected under the skin is an
extremely serious matter. If such an accident occurs, seek
urgent medical attention from a physician familiar with this
type of injury.