Great Plains LC40 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 28)

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Parking
For long-term parking, see also “Storage” below.
1. Choose a parking location that has room for
unfolding, is level, has firm soil and is unlikely to
develop soft soil in rain. With the implement still
hitched, maneuver it to the parking location.
If the implement must be parked folded, leave it
hitched to the tractor. Skip steps 2, 4 and 7.
2. Unfold the implement (page 20).
Set the fold circuit(s) to Float.
3. Lower the implement to just above ground level at
the rear of the row units. Set the tractor remote to
Neutral to hold at slight lift. Shut off the tractor and
remove the key.
Refer to Figure 18
4.
Unplug implement hydraulic hoses and electrical
lines from tractor.
5. Remove the hairpin cotter at a stand pin .
Support a stand at its grip handle .
Remove the pin.
Lower the stand until the top holes are aligned with
the top holes of the frame tube.
Re-insert the main pin and secure with cotter.
Repeat for the other wing.
6. Start the tractor.
Lower the 3-point hitch until the implement is
supported by stands and row units.
7. Disconnect the hitch arms and link.
Storage
Store the lister / cultivator where children do not play.
If possible, store the implement inside for longer life.
1. Thoroughly clean implement.
2. Park the implement at the storage location as per
“Parking” above.
3. Lubricate areas noted under “Lubrication”
beginning on page 38. Apply heavy grease to
exposed cylinder rods.
4. Inspect implement for worn or damaged parts. Make
repairs and service during the off season.
5. Use spray paint to cover scratches, chips and worn
areas on the implement to protect the metal.
6. Cover with a tarp if stored outside.
Figure 18
Parking Stand in Parking Position
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Tip Over Crushing Hazard and Equipment Damage Risk:
Never unhitch, park or store a folded implement. A folded
implement could topple backward or forward immediately or
at some later time, causing serious injury or death, and certain
severe equipment damage. When unhitched, the implement is
supported at the rear only by row unit tools and spring tension.
Slopes, soft soils, and soils later softened by rain are
particularly dangerous.
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