Parking, Storage, Parking storage – Great Plains 3N4010HDA Operator Manual User Manual

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Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.

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2013-09-24

Parking

Following these steps when parking the drill for periods
of less than 36 hours. For longer periods, see Storage,
the next topic.

1.

Position the drill on firm, level ground.

Do not unhitch on a slope.

2.

Raise the drill.

3.

Install lift locks.

4.

Fold as necessary for the parking space available.

5.

Perform the air cart parking checklist.

6.

Securely block drill and cart tires to prevent rolling.

7.

Dismount jack from storage stob and pin to mount on
side of hitch. If ground is soft, place a board or
masonry block under jack.

8.

Extend jack until tongue weight is off tractor drawbar.

9.

Disconnect hydraulic lines, and arrange them so they
cannot contact the ground.

10. Disconnect electrical connections.

11. Remove hitch pin.

12. Remove safety chain.

Storage

If possible, leave the cart and drill connected for
extended storage.

Store the cart and drill where children do not play. If
possible, store them inside for longer life.

1.

Perform the cart Storage checklist.

2.

Perform the drill Parking checklist.

3.

Lubricate the drill at all points listed under “Lubrica-
tion
” on page 64.

4.

Check all bolts, pins, fittings and hoses. Tighten,
repair or replace parts as needed.

5.

Check all moving parts for wear or damage. Make
notes of any parts needing repair before the next
season.

6.

Plug or cap seed delivery tubes to prevent pest entry.

7.

If the cart is disconnected from the drill for storage,
plug all 2

1

2

-inch (64mm) openings to prevent pests

from entering and nesting.

8.

Use touch-up paint to cover scratches, chips and
worn areas to prevent rust.

Block tires when unhitching. Tongue weight at jack is not
sufficient to anchor drill.

Always remove safety chain last.

Figure 27

Jack in Parking Position

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