Great Plains 2551SC Predelivery Manual - Manual (Page 15)

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Completing Setup
Reel Shipping Blocks
Refer to Figure 12
32. All seedbed conditioner baskets will be shipped with
shipping block with decal. Loosen spring and get pres-
sure off block, remove and discard blocks.
Spring Pre-Load
Refer to Figure 13
33. Now set the spring pre-load on all the seedbed condi-
tioner baskets to 8 3/8” from top of the spring to the top
of the cupped spring washer. Nuts should bottom out at
the end of the threads.
Note: Double check that all bolts are tightened to specs,
See “Torque Values Chart” on page 12. Check that
safety decals are readable and not covered up. Check
that safety lights are visible with machine folded for
transport.
34. Once baskets springs are pre-loaded and all of the
hydraulic procedures have been completed, fold the
machine to check for clearance and hose routing.
Slowly fold the machine while watching that hoses do
not become pinched or kinked.
35. Once the machine is folded completely, begin to unfold
slowly. Prior to transporting, fully raise and fold seed-
bed conditioner. Install the transport locks and wing
stop pins. Always use the transport locks and pins
when moving from field to field in case of a hydraulic
hose failure.
36. At this point, setup of the machine is complete, be sure
to consult the “Operator’s Manual”, for the first time
field adjustments before going to the field.
Figure 12
Reel Shipping Block
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Figure 13
Spring Pre-Load
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