Great Plains FH6800HD Operator Manual - Manual (Page 39)

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Appendix B - Initial Setup
This Appendix covers setup tasks performed only once,
or at infrequent intervals. Routine setup tasks are cov-
ered in “Preparation and Setup” on page 12. Perform
Appendix B tasks first. Some of these items may already
have been done by your Great Plains dealer:
a. Configure hitch (below and page 36)
b. Configure tine angle (page 37).
c. Install options not dealer-installed:
Install Row Extensions (page 39)
Install Wing Extensions (page 40)
Hitch Configuration
The standard FH6000HD hitch is a Category IV
single tang. The FH6000HD includes components for
converting the hitch to clevis or to Category III.
Great Plains recommends operating with the tongue
level with the ground. Machine operation is relatively
unaffected by hitch height, but the hitch must be matched
to the tractor or towing implement.
Each hitch configuration (Category IV, Category III and
clevis) requires a specific orientation of the base hitch.
Hitch Height or Hitch Inversion
1. Remove and save two sets of:
803-031C NUT HEX 1-8 PLT
804-027C WASHER LOCK SPRING 1 PLT
802-877C HHCS 1-8X9 GR8 SPTHD
and one each:
891-189C HITCH BASE - CAT IV
556-236D SAFETY CHAIN SUPPORT
2. Orient the hitch as required for the hitch type
(upright, recessed notch down for Category IV), and
position it at the height desired.
3. Re-secure the chain support and hitch with both
bolts . Use both bolts. Secure through 2 holes in
chain support, 4 holes in tongue lugs and 2 holes in
hitch casting
.
Post-Delivery Checklist
1. Read and understand “A.Important Safety Informa-
tion” on page 1.
2. Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
3. Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubri-
cated. See “Lubrication and Scheduled Mainte-
nance” on page 29.
4. Check that all safety decals and reflectors are cor-
rectly located and legible. Replace if damaged. See
“Safety Decals” on page 5.
5. Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “Tire Inflation & War-
ranty” on page 33.
Hitch Failure Risk:
Verify that there are TWO grade 8 bolts
through:
TWO holes in chain support ,
FOUR holes in tongue lugs, and
TWO holes in hitch casting
.
If any of these components is secured by only a single bolt,
machine damage is likely. The hitch could fail entirely, causing
a highway accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Figure 19
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