Great Plains 2015 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 9)

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Section 2 Assembly Instructions & Set-Up
2015 Three-Point Soybean Machine 173-088M
The following information is general in nature and was
written to aid the operator in preparation of the tractor
and drill for use, and to provide general operating proce-
dures. The operator’s experience, familiarity with the
drill, and the following information combined should pro- vide efficient drill operation and good working habits.
Having all the parts and equipment readily at hand will
speed up your assembly task and make the job as safe
as possible.
Assembling The Drill
Read and understand the previous section
BEFORE YOU START.
If the gauge wheels are already installed, skip the re-
mainder of this section.
If the drill is shipped without the front gauge wheels,
temporary blocking will be required under the front of the
drill to keep it from tipping forward. Keep this blocking in
place to hold the drill if you are installing the gauge
wheels.
Left Hand Gauge Wheel
Refer to Figure 2-1:
The left hand gauge wheel (#1) is identified by referring
to Figure 2-1, page 8. Note the extended wing on the top
side of the gauge wheel mount where the hex bore jack-
shaft bearing (#2) Figure 2-2 is mounted. This wing
goes towards the outside of the drill.
Based on your application refer to the Gauge Wheel
Placement Chart, under dimension "A". Using this di-
mension, make a mark on the main frame with a pencil
where your gauge wheel should be mounted.
Gauge Wheel Placement Chart
Using mechanical assistance, lift the gauge wheel as-
sembly and place it on the frame. Install the two U-bolts
from the back side of the frame tube and through the
mounting holes. Secure with lock washers and nuts.
Description Refer to Dimension "A"
Figure 2-1 Page 8
Standard Installation:
15 Rows at 15" 21 5/16"
12 Rows 4-4-4 Skip 30 20 3/16"
12 Rows 4-4-4 Skip 32 18 3/16"
14 Rows 5-4-5 Skip 32 18 3/16"
Pre-Assembly Checklist
Check Reference
All major frame components Section 2
Page 7
Fasteners and pins that were shipped
with the drill.
NOTE: All hardware from the factory has
been installed in the location where it will
be used. If a part or fastener is tempo-
rarily removed for assembly reasons,
remember where it goes.Keep the parts
separated. Operator’s
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All working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight and cotter pins are spread. Operator’s
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If a pin, bolt or other part has been
removed, and you are unsure where it is
used, use the parts section of this man-
ual to identify it. Be sure the part gets
used in the correct location. By double
checking while you assemble, you will
lessen the chance of using a bolt incor-
rectly that may be needed later. Operator’s
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All grease fittings are in place and lubri-
cated. Section 7
Page 19
Check Reference
Proper tension and alignment on all drive
chains. Operator’s
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Safety decals are correctly located and
legible. Replace if damaged. Section 1
Page 4
Red and amber reflectors are correctly
located and visible when the drill is in the
transport position. Section 1
Page 4
“Slow moving vehicle" emblem is in
place. Section 1
Page 5
Inflate tires to specified air pressure.
Tighten wheel bolts to specified torque. Section 2
page 6
Have a minimum of 2 people at hand while
assembling the drill. Section 1
Page 3
Have a fork lift or loader along with
chains and safety stands that are sized
for the job ready for the assembly task. Operator’s
Manual