Great Plains 1625AHL Operator Manual - Manual (Page 22)

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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and planter
for use. Before using the 1625AH in the field, you must
hitch the planter to a suitable tractor and level the
planter.
Initial Setup
If the planter has just been delivered, or broken down for
re-shipment, these items need to be completed prior to
first field use:
“Appendix C - Initial Setup” on page 156, which
includes:
“Hydraulic Charge and Bleed” page 156,
“Seed Monitor Console Installation” page 156,
“PM400 Monitor Quick-Start” page 157,
“Level Planter” page 159,
“Wing Alignment” page 160,
“Speed Calibration” page 161, and
“Marker Extension” on page 161.
You may also need to install features, options and
accessories that were not factory- or dealer-installed.
Pre-Planting Setup
The balance of this section covers items that need to be
completed or checked prior to each field use of the
planter.
1. Read and understand “Important Safety
Information” on page 1.
2. Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
3. Check that all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated. See “Lubrication” on page 120.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged.
See “Safety Decals” on page 6.
5. Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation Chart”
on page 145.
6. If returning the planter to service from storage,
remove any grease used to protect cylinder rods.