Great Plains NTA3010 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 38)

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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. Set seed monitor Master Switch to On.
2. Lower drill 5 to 10 feet (1.5 to 3 m) before initial
seeding point.
3. Pull forward and begin planting.
4. Raise drill for turns (meters stop automatically).
Planting
Be aware of the 5 to 10 feet (1.5 to 3 m) of drill-lowered
operating 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 (3 m) before resumption of seeding.
When finished seeding, set the monitor master switch
Off.
❑ Set seed meters per chart or calibration.
❑ Check cart fan valve set On.
Check cart selector valve set to Markers (if markers
are installed).
❑ 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.
❑ Drill unfolded.
❑ Drill valve handle set to FIELD.
❑ Seed monitor Fold function set On at terminal.