Great Plains ADC2250 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 21)

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Section 2 Operating Instructions
7/28/10 Model 2250 Air Drill Cart 167-033M
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
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Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from rotating auger.
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Do not remove or modify any guards.
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Keep children well clear of work area.
8. Turn on auger control valve and visually check auger
for proper direction of rotation. Reverse valve control
lever if needed.
9. Unlatch the bin unload door and open. The bin will
now empty material. When material flow stops open
calibration door to ensure complete clean-out. Turn
the drive train by hand using calibration crank to make
sure the meter is empty.
10. Turn off the auger and return to the storage position.
11. Turn off the tractor hydraulics, then put the diverter
valve handle back to rear position.
12. Raise the ladder to take weight off of latch. While hold-
ing the ladder up pull the plunger out and then careful-
ly lower ladder to use position
13. Return the auger to storage postion. Replace storage
lock pin and make sure the auger valve is off, auger
and hopper are securely latched in storage/transport
position.
14. Before closing lids wipe top and bottom of the seal
flanges to make sure all grain is removed. Follow man-
ufacturer’s recommendations for protective gear when
using treated seeds.Wipe seals off to make sure no
material is caught between the seal and mating
flange, refer to Figure 2-15. Close and latch both
doors.
Transporting
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CAUTION!
This drill should never be towed faster than 20 miles per hour.
Seal Flanges
Figure 2-15
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Before transporting the drill, check and practice the follow-
ing items.
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This drill can be transported with the bin filled. If this is
done be sure that sufficient stopping distance is allowed
at all times and reduce speed prior to making any turns
or other maneuvers.
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Be sure that the towing vehicle is large enough to control
the drill and implement on the road. Refer to Tractor Re-
quirements under Attaching the Drill to the Tractor in the
“Operating Instructions” section on page 13.
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Know the maximum dimensions of the drill in transport
position and follow a route that provides adequate clear-
ance from all obstructions, including overhead lines.
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Be sure that all transport locks are securely in place.
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Always lower the ladders to use position before moving
the drill.
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Be certain that all tires are properly inflated as listed in
the Tire Inflation Chart in the “Appendix” section start-
ing on page 54.
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Comply with all Federal, State, and local laws when
transporting on public roads.
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If the drill is to be transported more than a short distance
remove the main drive chain and store safely, refer to
Spindles, Hubs, Wheels, and Drive Chain in the “Cart
Assembly and Setup” section on page 9.
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Remember that the bins obstruct a portion of your view
to the rear. Be prepared for sudden maneuvers from fol-
lowing vehicles.
Parking
The following steps should be done when parking the drill.
Refer to Storage under the “Maintenance and Lubrication”
section on page 41 for information on long term storage
preparation.
1. Place the drill on a firm, level area.
2. Raise and lock implement in storage position.
3. Remove jack from storage position and pin securely to
lifting stob on outside of tongue.
4. If ground is soft place a wide block or plate under the
jack to increase the contact area.
5. Securely block the drill tires to prevent rolling.
6. Extend the jack until the weight is off of the tractor
drawbar.
7. Unhook electrical lines and install plugs as provided.
8. Release pressure on hydraulic system, then discon-
nect hydraulic lines and pull all lines back onto the drill
tongue. Be sure the ends do not rest on the ground.
9. Remove the drawbar pin and then disconnect the
safety chain.