Great Plains 80403P Operator Manual - Manual (Page 5)

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3 8/1/01 Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Section 1 Safety Rules
8-Row 36", 38", 40" & 10-Row 30" 3-Point Wide Row Planter 401-020M
Most accidents are the result of negligence and care-
lessness, usually caused by failure of the operator to
follow simple but necessary safety precautions. The fol-
lowing safety precautions are suggested to help prevent
such accidents. The safe operation of any machinery is
a big concern to consumers and manufactures. Your
3-Point Planter has been designed with many built-in
safety features. However, no one should operate this
product before carefully reading this Operators Manual.
General Operation & Repair
1. Practice safety by always thinking before acting.
2. Never allow the planter to be operated by anyone who is
unfamiliar with the operation of all functions of the unit.
All operators should read and thoroughly understand the
instructions given in this manual prior to moving the
unit.
3. Make sure safety rules are understood before operating
machine or tractor.
4. Never permit any persons other than the operator to ride
on the tractor.
5. Regulate your speed to the field conditions, maintaining
complete control at all times.
6. Always lower the implement and shut off the tractor en-
gine before making any adjustments.
7. After repairing or adjusting, make sure all tools and
parts are removed from the implement before attempting
to operate it.
8. Never work under a raised planter.
9. Do not grease or oil machine while it is in operation.
10. Loose fitting clothing should not be worn as it may catch
in moving parts.
11. Never attempt to operate the implement unless you are in
the driver’s seat.
12. Never dismount from a moving tractor.
13. Do not leave the tractor or the implement unattended
with the engine running.
14. Do not stand between the tractor and the implement dur-
ing hitching.
15. Always make sure there are no persons near the planter
when the marker assemblies are in operation.
16. Watch for obstructions such as wires, tree limbs etc.,
when folding markers.
17. Disk edges are sharp! Be careful when working in this area.
18. Detach and store implements in an area where children
normally do not play. Stabilize implements by using suit-
able supports and block wheels.
19. If a hydraulic leak develops, correct it immediately. Es-
caping hydraulic oil can have extremely high pressure. A
stream of high pressure oil may easily penetrate the skin
as with modern needless vaccination equipment - but
with the exception that hydraulic fluid may cause blood
poisoning. It is imperative that the connections are tight
and that all lines and pipes are in good condition. If an
injury is caused by the escaping hydraulic fluid, see doc-
tor at once!
20. Use a piece of cardboard or wood to detect leaks of hy-
draulic oil under pressure.
21. Be sure to relieve all hydraulic pressure before disconnec-
tion any lines or pipes between the implement and the trac-
tor hydraulic system. Keep all guards and shields in place.
Transporting
1. Use good judgement when transporting tractor imple-
ments on the highway. Always maintain complete control
of the machine.
2. Limit transport speed to 20 mph. Transport only with a
farm tractor of sufficient size and horse power. (See
“Section 2 Planter Operation” on page 6)
3. Always make sure “Slow Moving Vehicle” emblem, and
reflectors are in place and visible prior to transporting
the machine on public roads.
4. Know your state and local laws concerning highway
safety and regulations. Comply with these laws when
transporting machinery.
Tire Handling & Repair
1. Tire changing can be dangerous and should be pre-
formed by trained personnel using the correct tools and
equipment.
2. Do not re-inflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously
under inflated. Have it checked by qualified personnel.
3. When removing and installing wheels, use wheel han-
dling equipment adequate for the weight involved.
Agricultural Chemicals
1. Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Always select
the correct chemical for the job. Improper usage of fer-
tilizers, fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and pesti-
cides could cause injury to all living things.
2. Always read instructions supplied by the manufactures
before opening chemical containers. Read and follow in-
structions supplied by the chemical manufacturer care-
fully before each use.
3. Apply the same precautions when adjusting, servicing,
cleaning, or storing the planter as you would when put-
ting chemicals into the planter.
4. Inform anyone who may come in contact with chemicals,
or a planter with chemicals, of any potential hazard or
safety precaution that should be observed.
5. Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
6. Store or dispose of all unused chemicals as specified by
the chemical manufacturer.
Section 1
Safety Rules