Great Plains 80403P Operator Manual - Manual (Page 28)

8-Row 36", 38", 40" & 10-Row 30" 3-Point Wide Row Planter 401-020M 8/1/01 26 Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 6 Lubrication
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With proper lubrication and care of your planter you will
reduce costly repairs and extend the life of the planter.
Conditions in certain areas may require special lubri-
cants. Contact your Great Plains Dealer if you have any
questions.
Section 6
Lubrication
Finger Pickup Meter
To prolong the life the finger pickup
meter and increase the planting accura-
cy, add a teaspoon of graphite to the
seeds every time you fill the hopper.
Sprinkle the graphite on top of the seeds
and it will filter down to lubricate the
finger pickup meter, see Figure 6-1.
Finger Pickup Meter Lubrication
Figure 6-1
Lubrication is required every 50 hours of operation. Use a multipurpose spray lube. Use as required.
Do not over lubricate.
Lubrication Symbols
As
Required
Seasonally
50
Lubrication is required. Lubrication is required every 10 hours of operation.
10
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