Great Plains CTA4000 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 27)

Operating Instructions 23
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Pre-Transport Checklist
Before transporting the cart, check and observe the fol-
lowing items.
❑ Make sure the weight of the tractor equals or exceeds
the value specified for your air implement assembly.
❑ Air Cart Checklist Complete
Including: cart drive chain locked-out, auger latched,
hopper lids secured, ladders latched up.
❑ Marker Checklist Complete
Markers must be folded or retracted, and may have
transport locks or other transport considerations.
❑ Implement Raised and Locked
Wings locked.
Transport/Field valve handle set to TRANS.
❑ Tires
Check that all tires are properly inflated as listed on
“Tire Inflation Chart” on page 55.
❑ Bystanders
Check that no one is in the way before moving. Do not
allow any one to ride on the cart or implement.
❑ Warning Lights
Always use tractor, cart and implement warning lights
when transporting the air implement.
❑ Clearance
Know the maximum dimensions of the cart and imple-
ment in transport position and follow a route that pro-
vides adequate clearance from all obstructions,
including overhead lines.
See “Specifications and Capacities” on page 55.
❑ Stopping Distance
Allow sufficient stopping distance and reduce speed
prior to any turns or maneuvers. If the cart is trans-
ported full, allow extra stopping distance.
❑ Road Rules
Comply with all national, regional and local laws when
transporting on public roads.
❑ Watch Traffic
The hoppers and implement wings obstruct a portion
of your rear view. Be prepared for sudden maneuvers
from following vehicles.
Figure 22
Review Transport Checklist
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