Great Plains YP2425A Operator Manual - Manual (Page 17)

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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and
YP2425A Planter for use, and covers tasks that need to
be done seasonally, or when the tractor/planter
configuration changes.
Before using the YP2425A Planter in the field, you must
hitch the planter to a suitable tractor, inspect systems,
level the planter. Before using the planter for the first
time, and periodically thereafter, certain adjustments and
calibrations are required.
Post-Delivery/Seasonal Setup
On initial delivery, use with a new tractor, and seasonally,
check and as necessary, complete these items before
continuing to the routine setup items:
• Install seed monitor console in tractor (page 151).
• Bleed hydraulic system (page 105).
• Wing leveling and alignment (page 108).
• Marker setup (page 54)
• Radar calibration (page 151).
• De-grease exposed cylinder rods if so protected at last
storage.
Pre-Planting Setup
Complete this checklist before routine setup:
❑ Read and understand “Important Safety
Information” on page 1.
❑ Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
❑ Check that all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated. See “Lubrication” on page 113.
❑ Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged.
See “Safety Decals” on page 6.
❑ Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Specifications and
Capacities” on page 135.