Great Plains 3N4010HDA Operator Manual - Manual (Page 35)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 31
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Field Operations
This section presumes that all pre-operation check have
been made on both cart and drill, and cart is loaded with
seed and any treatments.
Final Field Checklist
Planting Sequence
1. Lower drill 5 to10 feet (1.5-3m) before initial seeding
point.
2. Extend marker for next pass centerline.
3. Pull forward and begin planting.
4. Raise drill for turns (seed flow stops automatically).
5. Retract marker and make turn.
Do not make short radius turns with the drill in the ground.
Planting
Be aware of the 5 to 10 feet (1.5-3m) of in-ground operat-
ing distance required for seed to reach the row units.
If you stop in the middle of a pass, raise the drill and back
up 10 feet (3m) before resumption of seeding.
Do not back up with the drill in the ground, or row unit plug-
ging will occur, and severe damage may occur. Always raise
the drill during reverse moves.
Seed Monitor
The seed monitor, included with the air cart, performs the
following functions:
On the drill:
• Drill lift switch monitoring
• Seed flow blockage (optional)
• On the Air Cart:
• Fan Speed monitoring
• Hopper material level monitoring
• Hopper air pressure monitoring
• Meter rate monitoring
• Ground speed monitoring
Consult the DICKEY-john manual for how to configure
reporting and alerts.
❑ Drill unfolded.
❑ Seed loaded in cart.
❑ Set cart seed meters per chart or calibration.
❑ If markers are installed and will be used, check drill
selector valve set to Markers.
❑ Check cart selector valve set to Fan
❑ Set fan to speed suitable for seed. Watch fan at start-
up to ensure correct direction of rotation.
❑ Run fan for at least 15 minutes before planting.
❑ Check fan air pressure gauge for 12-25 inches of
water pressure.
❑ Check all seed hoses secure.
❑ Check for air leaks at lids and meter box seals.