Great Plains 1300 13-Foot Predelivery Manual - Manual (Page 5)

3
Section 1 Assembly
1/4/06 1300 13-Foot, End-Wheel Drill 175-179M
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 1
Assembly
The following headings are step-by-step instructions for
assembling the drill. Begin with Tools Required and Pre-
Assembly Checklist to make sure you have all necessary
parts and equipment. Then proceed with Drill Assembly.
Follow each step to make the job as quick and safe as pos-
sible and produce a properly working machine.
The drill is shipped via flat bed truck. It is the dealer’s re-
sponsibility to unload the new machine. Unload all equip-
ment before beginning assembly. Do not attempt any
assembly work while the drill is on the truck.
Tools Required
•
Forklift, overhead hoist or loader with 3500-pound ca-
pacity
•
General hand tools
•
Lifting chain
Pre-Assembly Checklist
1. Read and understand “Important Safety Informa-
tion” on page 1 before assembling.
2. Have at least two people on hand while assembling.
3. Make sure the assembly area is level and free of ob-
structions (preferably an open, concrete area).
4. Have all major components.
5. Have all fasteners and pins shipped with the drill
IMPORTANT: If a pre-assembled part or fastener is
temporarily removed, remember where it goes. Keep
the parts separated.
.
6. Have a copy of the parts manual on hand. If unsure of
proper placement or use of any part or fastener, refer
to the parts manual.
7. Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
8. Check for proper tension and alignment on all drive
chains.
9. Check that all safety labels and reflectors are correctly
located and legible. Replace if improperly located or
damaged. Refer to Safety Labels, “Important Safety
Information” in the operator’s manual.
10. Inflate tires to recommended pressure as listed on the
Tire Inflation Chart, “Appendix,” page 5. Tighten
wheel bolts as specified on Torque Values Chart, “Ap-
pendix,” page 5.
Drill Assembly
!
DANGER!
You may be severely injured or killed if the drill falls while un-
loading. Obey all safety instructions from lifting equipment
manufacturer. Do not walk or place any part of the body under
the drill. Be sure lifting equipment has enough capacity. Be sure
the lifting equipment is securely attached to the drill.
1. Using a forklift or hoist, remove the drill from the truck.
Position the drill in the center of the assembly area.
2. Using a forklift or hoist, remove the tongue and pull
bars from the truck.
3. Refer to Figure 1-1. Bolt the tongue (1) to the frame
using 3/4-by-2-inch bolts, lock washers and nuts (2).
4. Pin the jack (3) to the side of the tongue. Extend the
jack until the tongue is level with the ground.
16691
Figure 1-1
Tongue Assembly