Great Plains 8030P G1021 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 4)

60303P and 80303P Three-Point Planter 401-008M 5/15/06 2 Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Using this Manual
This manual has been prepared to instruct you in the
safe and efficient operation of your 6-Row/8-Row 3-
Point Planter. Read and follow all instructions and safety
precautions carefully.
Read and follow all instructions and safety precautions
carefully.
The parts on your 6-Row/8-Row 3-Point Planter have
been specially designed and should only be replaced
with genuine Great Plains parts. Therefore, should your
6-Row/8-Row 3-Point Planter require replacement parts
go to your Great Plains Dealer.
The right hand and left hand as used throughout this
manual is determined by facing in the direction the ma-
chine will travel when in use unless otherwise stated.
Serial Number
The serial number plate is located on the left hand side
of the upper hitch plate. It is suggested that the serial
number and purchase date also be recorded for your
convenience in the space provided on the checklist
page at the beginning of this manual.
The serial number provides important information about
your Planter and may be required to obtain the correct
replacement part. Always use the serial number and
model number when sending correspondence or when
ordering parts from your Great Plains Dealer.
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates that there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
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safety precautions must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that fol-
lows it. In addition to design and configuration of
equipment; hazard control and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and
proper training of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Watch for the following safety notations through-
out your Operators Manual:
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DANGER!
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
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WARNING!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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CAUTION!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTE: Indicates a special point of information which
requires your attention.
For your safety and to help in developing a better under-
standing of your equipment we highly recommend that
you read the operator sections of this manual. Reading
these sections not only provides valuable training but
also familiarizes you with helpful information and its lo- cation. The parts sections are for reference only and
don’t require cover to cover reading. After reviewing
your manual store it in a dry, easily accessible location
for future reference.
Using this Manual
Introduction