Great Plains NP4000 40-foot Operator Manual - Manual (Page 54)

50 NP4000 Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
407-776M Table of Contents Index 2012-03-28
Field Operation Checklists
Perform all steps in “Pre-Start Checklist” on page 30
and “Field Set-Up Checklists” on page 49. The
implement is presumed to be unfolded and raised.
First Pass Pass Turns
Ending Application
First Pass Operation Checklist Page
1 Line-up at pass start -
2 Pull forward and stop. -
3 Check console POWER switch ON and
MASTER switch OFF (Option)
47
4 Open tank supply hose outlet valve. 19
5 Open implement supply inlet shut-off
valve.
14
6 Console (Option):
POWER on
MASTER on
RATE as desired
47
7 Set console switch
a
BOOM 1 on (Option)
a. The factory configuration uses only Valve 1. If the
plumbing system has been modified after delivery,
it may be necessary to also engage BOOMS
switches 2 or 3.
47
8 Hydraulic remote for pump to preset 46
9 Lower implement:
a. lift-assist (retract, then Float)
b. hitch (lower, then Depth Control)
c. wings (extend, then low rate continuous
extend)
36
10 Begin first pass 47
11 Monitor the console (Option) for expected
reports of application rate/speed, and any
alarms. -
12 Periodically check the implement gauge
for expected pressure.
-
Pass Turn Operation Checklist Page
1 While slowing at end of pass, or stopped -
2 Retract fold circuit (to partially fold wings) 35
3
a
a. These steps are for a full stop prior to a turn. If the
lift is conducted while in motion, the exact order of
hitch and lift-assist raising is not critical. The
objective is to avoid any reverse motion of
applicator tips.
Extend lift cylinders to lift implement at
rear
35
4
a Raise 3-point hitch -
5 Make turn. Line up for next pass.
6 Lower implement (same as step 9) for
First Pass, at left.
7 Begin next pass
Ending Application Checklist Page
1 Plan final passes to avoid complete
run-out.
48
2 Apply excess fertilizer (leaving some) to
the final field.
48
3 Refill tank with clean water. 48
4 Set application rate to maximum. 48
5 Apply water to final field / flush system. 48
6 Close all shut-off valves at
tank/implement connections.
48
7 Disconnect all cam-lock couplers. 48
8 If using a nurse tank cart, disconnect
safety chain(s).
48
9 If using a nurse tank cart, remove hitch
pin and unhitch cart.
48