Great Plains 2515P Operator Manual - Manual (Page 59)

4/11/2005 173-208M
57 Maintenance and Lubrication
Marker Maintenance
Refer to Figure 73
The marker arm is attached to marker body with a
3/8-inch, grade 2, shear bolt. If this shear bolt
breaks, replace it with a grade 2 bolt.
NOTE: Failure to replace the shear bolt with a
grade 2 bolt can cause marker damage.
If grease-seal cap for marker-disk-hub bearings is
damaged or missing, disassemble and clean hub.
Repack with grease and install a new seal or
grease cap.
Storage
Store the 3-Point Precision Bean Machine where
children do not play. If possible, store the 3-Point
Precision Bean Machine inside for longer life.
1. Unload seed box:
• Place tarp under bean machine or a bucket
under each seed meter.
• Use a large bucket to empty box as much as
possible. Make sure sliding seed tubes are in
the open position. Open seed meter clean out
to empty seed out of sliding seed tube and
meter.
2. Thoroughly clean seed and seed-treatment
residue from boxes and seed meters.
3. Remove seed meter wheels. Store flat and
out of the weather.
4. Remove any dirt and debris that can hold
moisture and cause corrosion.
5. Lubricate and adjust all roller chains.
6. Lubricate areas noted under “Lubrication”,
page 58.
7. Inspect bean machine for worn or damaged
parts. Make repairs and service during the off
season.
8. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and
worn areas on the bean machine to protect
the metal.
9. Cover with a tarp if stored outside.
Figure 73
Marker Shear Bolt
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