Great Plains LS12 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 13)

3/20/06 117-055M
11 Preparation and Setup
This section will help you prepare your tractor and
seeder for use. Before field operation, you must
assemble the seeder onto a tillage implement and
hookup the hydraulic hoses.
Prestart Checklist
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Infor-
mation,” beginning on page 1.
2. Check that all working parts are moving free-
ly, bolts are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
3. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace decals
if damaged. See “Safety Decals,” page 6.
Tools Required
• Forklift or hoist
• General hand tools
• 3/4-inch bolts and nuts
Mount Seeder on Plow
!
DANGER
Crushing hazard. You will be severely injured or killed
if the seeder falls on you. Secure seeder to lifting
equipment so seeder cannot fall. Do not walk or place
any body part under the seeder as the seeder is being
lifted.
!
WARNING
Obey all safety instructions from lifting equipment
manufacturer. Be sure lifting equipment has enough
capacity to lift seeder.
1. Secure seeder to forklift or hoist. Lift seeder
over plow.
2. Refer to Figure 2. Position using flat bars (A)
under plow frame and use 3/4-inch bolts to
clamp seeder to plow frame.
Figure 2
Clamp Seeder to Plow
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Preparation and Setup