Great plains seed drill manual

The heavy-duty blades used on these drills are mounted on a forged disc standard for durability. The openers feature full-length seed tubes and trailing flaps to ensure the seed is placed at the bottom of the trench.

Depth is easy to set with an position T-handle. Parallel linkage keeps the openers level throughout their ten inches of travel, and multiple press wheel options are available to increase the efficiency of these drills in many soil types.

However, as seed technology progresses and seed costs rise, the need to singulate seed and reduce seeding rates has become paramount. By adding a Great Plains Precision Fertilizer Hitch, select models can be converted from min-till to no-till.

Replacement parts are a great alternative to Great Plains retail prices. Simply enter the OEM part number in our search box to see if we have aftermarket parts for your application. If not, welcome to leave your message on line , our sales will contact you within one working day. Thank you for choosing Greenly as a source for Great Plains aftermarket parts! While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future. The following are trademarks of Great Plains Mfg. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Important Safety Information. When you. DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations, typically for machine components that, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.

It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Riders could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine. Slow-moving tractors and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads. Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph. Some rough terrains require a slower speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset. Never travel at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping.

Reduce speed if. Use proper tools and equipment. Refer to this manual for additional information. Make sure parts are in good condition and installed properly. Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and property. Allow only enough slack in chain to permit turning. Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed by trained personnel using correct tools and equipment.

Use a safety cage if available. Thoroughly read and understand the instructions in this manual before operation. Read all instructions noted on the safety decals. Dismounting a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death. Make sure all persons are clear of working area.

This could cause personal injury or equipment damage. Your implement comes equipped with all safety decals in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer. Refer to this section for proper decal placement. Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed.