Great Plains ADC1150 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 46)

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Section 3 Operating Instructions
Model 1150 1995 - 1997 167-058M 7/28/10
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Make sure the auger control valve is off, refer to Figure 3-13.
7. Turn on the tractor hydraulics to fold circuit and hold le-
ver in place.
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DANGER!
Rotating auger - To prevent serious injury or death:
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Read all instructions and safety information before operation.
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Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from rotating auger.
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Do not remove or modify any guards.
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Keep children well clear of work area.
8. Turn on auger control valve and visually check auger
for proper direction of rotation. Reverse tractor control
lever if needed.
9. Unlatch the bin unload door and open. The bin will
now empty material. When material flow stops open
calibration door to ensure complete clean-out. Turn
the drive train by hand using calibration crank to make
sure the meter is empty.
10. Turn off the auger and return to the storage position.
11. Turn off the tractor hydraulics, then put the diverter
valve handle back to innermost position.
12. Replace storage lock pin and make sure the auger
valve is off, auger and hopper are securely latched in
storage/transport position.
13. Before closing lids wipe top and bottom of the seal
flanges to make sure all grain is removed. Follow man-
ufacturer’s recommendations for protective gear when
using treated seeds.Wipe seals off to make sure no
material is caught between the seal and mating
flange, refer to Figure 3-14. Close and latch both
doors.
Transporting
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CAUTION!
This drill should never be towed faster than 20 miles per hour.
Before transporting the drill, check and practice the follow-
ing items.
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This drill can be transported with the bin filled. If this is
done be sure that sufficient stopping distance is allowed
at all times and reduced speed prior to making any turns
or other maneuvers.
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Be sure that the towing vehicle is large enough to control
the drill and implement on the road. Refer to Tractor Re-
quirements under Attaching the Drill to the Tractor in the
“Operating Instructions” section on page 37.
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Know the maximum dimensions of the drill in transport
position and follow a route that provides adequate clear-
ance from all obstructions, including overhead lines.
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Be sure that all transport locks are securely in place.
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Be certain that all tires are properly inflated as listed in
the Tire Inflation Chart in the “Appendix” section start-
ing on Page 86.
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Comply with all Federal, State, and local laws when
transporting on public roads.
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If the drill is to be transported more than a short distance
remove the main drive chain and store safely, refer to
Spindles, Hubs, Wheels, and Drive Chain in the “Cart
Assembly and Setup” section on page 17.
Auger On/Off Control Valve
Figure 3-13
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Seal Flanges
Figure 3-14
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NOTE: Do not remove lift cylinder transport locks
from a folded implement or cart damage may occur
due to settling.