Section 2 operating instructions, Prestart checklist, Folding – Great Plains 2S-2600F Operator Manual v2 User Manual
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Section 2 Operating Instructions
2S-2600 and 2S-2600F Two-Section Folding Drill 195-200M-A
9/26/13
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 2
Operating Instructions
This section covers general operating procedures. Experi-
ence, machine familiarity and the following information will
lead to efficient operation and good working habits. Al-
ways operate farm machinery with safety in mind.
Prestart Checklist
1.
Lubricate drill as indicated under Lubrication, “Main-
tenance and Lubrication,” page 48.
2.
Check all tires for proper inflation as indicated on Tire
Inflation Chart, “Appendix,” page 60.
3.
Perform all beginning-of-season and daily service
items under Maintenance, “Maintenance and Lubri-
cation,” page 46.
4.
Check the drill for worn or damaged parts. Repair or
replace them before going to the field.
5.
Check all nuts, bolts and screws. Refer to Torque Val-
ues Chart, “Appendix,” page 60.
Folding
Crushing hazard – Bystanders could be crushed between the
folding drill boxes and the drill tongue. To avoid serious injury
or death, keep all bystanders well away during drill operation.
1.
Park tractor and drill on level ground with tractor trans-
mission in park. Be aware of clearance needed to fold
drill.
2.
Hydraulically raise openers completely.
3.
Raise drill with transport-lift cylinders until gauge
wheels are off ground and cylinders are extended
completely.
NOTE: While lifting for transport, the drill will flex in the
center before lifting gauge wheels off ground.
4.
Slowly supply oil to rod end of fold circuit. Fold drill un-
til both box frames are secured in folding latch.
Figure 2-1
Folding Latch
5.
At front of drill, lock opener frames into road position
as shown in Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2
Opener Lock Up at Gauge Wheels
6.
At rear of drill, lock opener frames into road position as
shown in Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-3
Opener Lock Up at Rear of Drill
7.
At rear of drill, rotate cylinder lock channels over rods
on both transport-lift cylinders as shown in Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-4
Cylinder Lock Channels Inserted for Transport
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