Great Plains DVN8324 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 40)

36 8315-8324DVN Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
550-466M 11/25/2013
Hitching a Trailing Implement (Optional)
Note: Maximum rear drawbar vertical loading-350kg.
Ensure the 8315, 8318, 8321 & 8324DVN is unfolded.
1. Raise machine to attain a suitable height to attach
the trailing implement.
2. Reverse the 8315, 8318, 8321 & 8324DVN up to the
implement, ensuring that the drawbars are correctly
aligned allowing a slight clearance to enable the
machines to be coupled together.
3. Attach the hydraulic hoses between the 8315, 8318,
8321 & 8324DVN and the implement.
4. Reverse the 8315, 8318, 8321 & 8324DVN and cou-
ple the two machines together.
5. Fully raise both machines into the road transport
position. Fold the machine(s) if necessary.
Ensure that no fouling occurs between the 8315, 8318, 8321 &
8324DVN and the towed machine.
Note: Any tines on the towed machine should be adjusted
so that they do not engage the soil (or should be re-
moved altogether).
Field Operation
This implement is designed to be pulled in the field with
the sweeps engaged (including wide turns). Pulling for
extended distances with sections lifted, or routine lifting
for turns, is not recommended. Lifting for short distances
to clear residue clogs is acceptable. Lifting for tight turns
or reverse moves is required.
Equipment Damage Risk:
Do not pull for extended distances when partially raised.
Do not routinely raise for wide turns. Such practices cause
premature wear of cylinders, pins and frame components. Such
wear is not covered by the warranty.
Equipment Damage Risk:
Lift for tight turns and reverse moves. Tight turns can result in
a section moving backward. Never back up with sweeps on the
ground. If the inside tire stops or rolls backward, the turn is
tight and requires lift
Final Field Checklists
Use the following tables to develop a final checklist for
your tractor/Discovator configuration.
Mechanical Checklist Page
❑ Discovator hitched
17
❑ Hitch pin locked
❑ Safety chain secured to tractor or leading
implement
17
❑ Parking jack stowed 19
❑ Check all tire pressures
64
❑ Transport locks and locking valves are in
the field position
26
❑ Implement unfolded 26
Hydraulic System Checklist Page
❑ Check tractor hydraulic reservoir full
-
❑ Make hydraulic connections 20
❑ Inspect connections for leaks
-
❑ Unfold Implement
26
❑ Perform a raise and lower operation 28
Electrical Checklist Page
❑ Verify electrical hookups solid, or connec-
tor securely stowed if not using lights in
field. 19