Great Plains 2SF30 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 31)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 27
2014-01-09 Table of Contents Index 155-015M-A
Transporting the Drill
Loss of Control Hazard:
Never tow an implement that weighs more than 150% of the
tractor. Check your numbers. This drill is quite heavy for its
size. Ensure that the towing vehicle is adequate for the task.
Using an inadequate tow vehicle is extremely unsafe, and can
result in loss of control, serious injury and death.
The drill can weigh nearly 23000 pounds (10500 kg),
depending on configuration and material load. The tractor
MUST be rated for the load and must weigh at least 67% of the
load. If the tractor is not rated for at least 23000 lbs, calculate
or obtain a scale weight of the drill. See chart below for
typical configuration weights.
Do not tow if drill exceeds the load rating of the vehicle.
Before transporting check following items
1. Make sure that hitch is securely attached to the draw
bar of the tractor and that the hitch safety chain has
been securely attached.
2. To prevent possible damage in case of hydraulic
failure during transport, ALWAYS insert transport
lock pins when transporting.
3. Check to be sure the pull-bar transport lock pin is in
position.
4. Check to see if you have the required air pressure in
your transport tires for proper inflation see “Tire
Inflation Chart” on page 68.
5. When in transport, use warning lights and safety
hitch chain. Comply with all federal, state and local
laws when traveling on public roads.
6. Be sure that the drill is properly folded. The drill
boxes must be correctly supported in the folded
position. “Folding the Drill” on page 24.
7. Reduce speed of the tractor when transporting over
uneven or rough terrain. Avoid all chuck holes and
washboard areas in roads.
8. Reduce speed of the tractor when transporting over
hills or steep slopes. NEVER exceed 20 miles per
hour.
9. Use "Slow Moving Vehicle" emblem (page 6) for
warning vehicles approaching from the rear.
10. When transporting, remember the drill is wider than
your tractor and extreme care must be taken to allow
for safe clearance.
11. Extra care should be taken when transporting with
seed in the box.
Figure 21
Transport Lock Pin in Transport
Position
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Figure 22
Pull Bar Lock Pin in Transport
Position
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