Great Plains DVN8324 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 41)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Operating Instructions 37
11/25/2013 550-466M
Perform all steps in “Pre-Start Checklist” on page 23
and “Final Field Checklists” on page 36.
Do not make short radius turns with the implement in the
ground.
Note: If you stop in the middle of a pass, raise the imple-
ment and back up 3m (10 ft) before resumption of
tilling.
First Time Field Adjustments
Pre-Leveling of Machine
Note: Pre-leveling of machine should be done on a good
level surface.
Front to Rear Leveling
Refer to Figure 28
1.
Pre-leveling of machine can be done on a concrete
slab or level surface. Lower machine so sweeps are
5.0-7.5 cm (2-3 in) off of ground on the center frame.
Adjust turnbuckle at the front of machine to level it from
front to back. (Shorten to bring front down, extend to
bring front up). Level machine with the front roe just
slightly deeper or lower than the back.
First Pass Operation Checklist Page
1. Implement unfolded and aligned for first
pass, with coulter disks about 3m before
field edge.
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2. Pull forward, lower Discovator, and begin
tilling for a short distance.
3. Stop. Assess:
• coulter depth
• shank depth
• finishing attachment operation
4. Make necessary adjustments 37
Sharp Field Turns Checklist Page
1. Raise Discovator 30
2. Make turn
3. Lower Discovator 3m before field edge 29
4. Resume tilling.
Ending Tilling Checklist Page
1. Suspend operations as above, then
2. Lift implement
3. Set tractor for fold 25
4. Fold wings 25
5. Place locking valves in transport position 29
6. Place transport locks in transport position
7. Lower implement on to transport locks
8. Lights ON for transport
Figure 28
Hitch Turnbuckle Adjustment
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