Tools required, Pre-assembly checklist – Great Plains 2000 Predelivery Manual User Manual
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Section 1 Assembly
12/28/05
12, 15 and 20 Series 3-Point Drills 118-390M
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 1
Assembly
This section covers dealer requirements for assembly. As
the dealer, it is your responsibility to unload, assemble and
prepare the drill for use.
The drill is shipped via flat bed truck. Unload all equipment
before beginning assembly. Do not attempt any assembly
work while the drill is on the truck.
The following sections are step-by-step instructions for as-
sembling the drill. Begin with Tools Required and Pre-As-
sembly Checklist to ensure you have all necessary parts
and equipment at hand. Then proceed with Install Gauge
Wheels. Follow each step to make the job as quick and
safe as possible and produce a properly working machine.
Tools Required
•
Forklift, overhead hoist or loader with 6,500-pound ca-
pacity
•
Hand jack
•
General hand tools
•
Jack stands, blocks and safety 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.
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 on the “Appendix” on page 9.
Tighten wheel bolts as specified on Torque Values
Chart on the “Appendix” on page 9.
IMPORTANT: If a pre-assembled part or fastener is
temporarily removed, remember where it goes. Keep
the parts separated.