Great Plains 2525P Operator Manual - Manual (Page 26)

22 2020P/2025P and 2520P/2525P Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
118-231M 2013-05-10
Parking
Empty seed box before unhitching drill to prevent drill
from falling backward.
Note: For parking with drill attached to an auxiliary hitch,
refer to your hitch operator’s manual.
1. Empty seed box.
Model 20P Only:
Refer to Figure 15
2.
Raise drill.
3. Remove pin from mount and remove parking
stand from storage position.
4. Insert stand into bottom of mount as shown in
Figure 15 and secure with pin .
5. Repeat for stand on other side of drill.
All Models:
6. Park drill on a level, solid surface.
7. Lower tractor three-point hitch until drill is on the
ground.
8. Extend or retract the top link of the tractor until top
three-point pin is free. Remove pin.
9. Remove pins from lower links.
Storage
Store the drill where children do not play. If possible,
store the drill inside for longer life.
1. Unload seed box:
• Place tarp under drill or a bucket under each seed
meter.
• Use a large bucket to empty box as much as pos-
sible. Make sure sliding seed tubes are in the
open position. Open seed meter clean out to
empty seed out of sliding seed tube and meter.
2. Thoroughly clean seed and seed-treatment residue
from boxes and seed meters.
3. If the seed meter wheels are removed, store them
flat and out of the weather. Cover the meter open-
ings to prevent entry by pests.
4. Plug or cap the bottom end of seed tubes to prevent
pest entry.
5. Remove any dirt and debris that can hold moisture
and cause corrosion.
6. Lubricate and adjust all chains.
7. Lubricate areas noted under “Lubrication” on page
67.
8. Inspect drill for worn or damaged parts. Make repairs
and service during the off season.
9. Use paint to cover scratches, chips and worn areas
on the drill to protect the metal.
10. Cover with a tarp if stored outside.
Figure 15
Model 20P Parking Stand
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