Kinze 4900 Front Folding Planter Rev. 5/14 - Manual (Page 28)

M0247-01 Model 4900
2-16 Rev. 5/14
TM
Machine Operation
TRANSPORT TO FIELD SEqUENCE USING CONTROL bOX
Position planter in a relatively flat open area without furrows, etc.
SUMMARIzED TRANSPORT TO FIELD SEqUENCE
USING CONTROL bOX
NOTICE
Folding planter without using tractor to assist may cause equipment damage
especially in soft conditions or when loaded with seed or fertilizer. Use tractor
to reduce stress on frame, drive, and transport components.
The control box and VT (virtual terminal) should not be used at the same time.
Make sure the markers are disabled on the VT when the control box is being
used to fold/unfold the planter.
Unfolding the planter without putting the tractor in neutral and allowing the
tractor to move may cause damage to the equipment.
1. Place function switch on control box in fold position.
2. Put tractor in neutral. Lower wing wheels.
3. Lower planter to field turnaround position.
4. Lower hitch to release wing hooks. Unfold the planter.
5. Lower the planter to the ground and hold for 30 seconds to
rephase the lift cylinders.
6. Remove the row marker lockups and place in storage holder.
NOTE: Read following information for detailed instructions.