Great Plains CTA4000 HD Operator Manual - Manual (Page 33)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Operating Instructions 29
2012-11-28 160-037M
Pre-Transport Checklist
Before transporting the cart, check and observe the
following items.
❑ Make sure the weight of the tractor equals or
exceeds the value specified for your air implement
assembly.
❑ Air Cart Checklist Complete
Including: cart drive chain locked-out, auger latched,
hopper lids secured, ladders latched up.
❑ Marker Checklist Complete
Markers must be folded or retracted, and may have
transport locks or other transport considerations.
❑ Implement Raised and Locked
Wings locked.
Transport/Field valve handle set to TRANS.
❑ Tires
Check that all tires are properly inflated as listed on
“Tire Inflation Chart” on page 62.
❑ Bystanders
Check that no one is in the way before moving. Do
not allow any one to ride on the cart or implement.
❑ Warning Lights
Always use tractor, cart and implement warning
lights when transporting the air implement.
❑ Clearance
Know the maximum dimensions of the cart and
implement in transport position and follow a route
that provides adequate clearance from all
obstructions, including overhead lines.
See “Specifications and Capacities” on page 62.
❑ Stopping Distance
Allow sufficient stopping distance and reduce speed
prior to any turns or maneuvers. If the cart is
transported full, allow extra stopping distance.
❑ Road Rules
Comply with all national, regional and local laws
when transporting on public roads.
❑ Watch Traffic
The hoppers and implement wings obstruct a portion
of your rear view. Be prepared for sudden
maneuvers from following vehicles.
Figure 31
Review Transport Checklist
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