Great-plains 2025P Operator Manual User Manual

Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.!Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the sub

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/2006818262818-339CHigh Pressure Hazard838-265CAmber ReflectorsReflector on both ends of drill; four reflector

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200698MaintenanceAs with any hydraulic system, contamination isthe most common cause of performance prob-l

8/14/2006118-928M99Veris Drive Operating InstructionsTroubleshootingDrive will not rotate: (see Troubleshooting flow chart and electronics overview)1.

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8/14/2006118-928M101Veris Drive Operating Instructionsb. Check to make sure that your desired rate is within the range of the meter that is installed.

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8/14/2006118-928M11Important Safety Information1827018270818-682CCrushing HazardTwo decals on first section of each optional marker;four decals total.8

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2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200612IntroductionGreat Plains welcomes you to its growing family ofnew product owners. This drill has bee

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/2006138ATTENTION!!! (For all seed corn types)Great Plains always recommends test stand calibration of the

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8/14/2006118-928M13IntroductionUsing This ManualThis manual will familiarize you with safety, as-sembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshootingand ma

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2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200614Owner AssistanceIf you need customer service or repair parts, con-tact a Great Plains dealer. They h

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8/14/2006118-928M159AppendixAppendixTorque Values Chartin-tpi1N · m2ft-lb3N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb mm x pitch4N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb1/4&qu

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/2006160Tire Inflation ChartTire Size InflationPSITire Size InflationPSI7.50 x 20" 4-Ply Drill Rib 28

8/14/2006118-928M161AppendixDual Gauge Wheel Sprocket Configuration22849

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8/14/2006118-928M163AppendixWarrantyGreat Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated warrants to the original pur-chaser that this seeding equipment will be f

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA

8/14/2006118-928M15Preparation and SetupPreparation and SetupThis section will help you prepare your tractor anddrill for use. Before using the drill

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200616Hydraulic Hose HookupRefer to Figure 3Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded tohelp you hookup

8/14/2006118-928M17Preparation and SetupLeveling the Drill20 Series Opener Single Gauge WheelRefer to Figure 4Initially adjust drill so bottom of open

Table of Contents© Copyright 2004 All rights ReservedGreat Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind,

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/20061820 Series Opener Dual Gauge WheelsRefer to Figure 7Initially adjust drill so bottom of opener tube r

8/14/2006118-928M19Preparation and SetupHD 10 Series Openers and 25 Series OpenersSingle Gauge WheelRefer to Figure 10Initially adjust drill so bottom

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200620HD 10 Series Openers Dual Gauge WheelsRefer to Figure 2Initially adjust drill so bottom of opener tu

8/14/2006118-928M21Operating InstructionsOperating InstructionsThis section covers general operating proce-dures. Experience, machine familiarity and

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200622Field Operation!DANGERYou may be severely injured or killed by being crushedbetween the tractor and

8/14/2006118-928M23Operating InstructionsTalc Lubricant (1# bottle P/N: 821-046C)(5# jug P/N: 821-048C)IMPORTANT!All talc is not created equal, use Gr

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200624Opener OperationIMPORTANT: Do not back up with openers inthe ground. To do so will cause severe dam-

8/14/2006118-928M25Operating InstructionsUnload seed box. Unload seed box before trans-porting if at all possible. To do so:• Place tarp under drill o

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200626Side Gauge Wheels for 20 and 25 SeriesOpenersRefer to Figure 18The side gauge wheels have two, inter

8/14/2006118-928M27Adjustments20 Series OpenersOpener Down PressureRefer to Figure 21Opener springs provide the down pressure nec-essary for opener di

8/14/2006118-928M1Important Safety InformationImportant Safety Information!Look for Safety SymbolThe SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there isa potential

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200628Opener Seeding DepthRefer to Figure 24Side depth wheels beside the opener disks con-trol opener seed

8/14/2006118-928M29AdjustmentsNOTE: The factory setting on the press wheelis staggered to achieve optimum residue flow.Refer to Figure 27If you want to

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200630Refer to Figure 30Minimum and maximum settings are indicated byposition of adjustment cam.Each notch

8/14/2006118-928M31AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 32Set seeding depth by adjusting handles. To ad-just, first raise openers slightly, then lift and slideha

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200632AlignmentIf one closing wheel is running in the seed trenchor closing wheels are not centered over t

8/14/2006118-928M33AdjustmentsHD 10 Series OpenersOpener Down PressureRefer to Figure 38IMPORTANT: Do not back up with openers inthe ground. To do so

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200634Refer to Figure 40Minimum and maximum settings are indicated byposition of adjustment cam.Each notch

8/14/2006118-928M35AdjustmentsDouble V Press Wheel AdjustmentRefer to Figure 42The double V closing wheels (4) can be moved in-ward and outward to alt

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200636Lock-UpThe openers can be pinned in the up position toaccommodate 30” row spacing.Refer to Figure 43

8/14/2006118-928M37AdjustmentsFrame HeightDrill operating height directly affects the workingrange of the drill openers. Initially adjust frameheight

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/20062Be Familiar with Safety Decals▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page 7,thoroughly.▲ Read all ins

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200638Seeding RateAdjusting the seeding rate requires the following:1. adjusting drive speed range sprocke

8/14/2006118-928M39AdjustmentsShutting Off Seed FlowRefer to Figure 49This figure shows a sliding seed tube in the openposition. To shut off seed flow,

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200640Cleaning Out MetersNOTE: Shut off sliding seed tubes before at-tempting to clean out seed meters.For

8/14/2006118-928M41AdjustmentsFinger Pickup Meter1. Place a bucket or pan under meter to catch anyseed during cleanout.Refer to Figure 552. Pull clean

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200642Changing Seed Meter Wheel for20 Series OpenersChoose the correct seed meter wheel for the typeof see

8/14/2006118-928M43AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 594. Pull seed meter wheel out about 1/4 inch, orpast the wheel drive pin, and spin backward toclean out

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200644Refer to Figure 628. Reinstall spring and lock wheel retainer inplace.Refer to Figure 639. Close and

8/14/2006118-928M45AdjustmentsChanging Seed Meters for HD 10Series Openers and 25 SeriesOpenersTo change from Precision Meter to FingerPickup Meter1.

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200646Refer to Figure 686. While the meter is removed take time to in-spect the meter drive chain and spro

8/14/2006118-928M47AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 719. Engage the lower latch.NOTE: To change from the Finger Pickupmeter to the Precision meter requires

8/14/2006118-928M3Important Safety InformationTransport Machinery SafelyMaximum transport speed for implement is 20mph. Some rough terrains require a

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200648Changing Seed Meter Wheel forHD 10 Series Openers and 25Series OpenersChoose the correct seed meter

8/14/2006118-928M49AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 767. Place new wheel on meter wheel shaft and re-place spring-loaded wheel retainer.Adjusting Finger Pic

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200650Checking Volumetric Seeding RateThe seed charts are based on cleaned seed and11L x 15, rib implement

8/14/2006118-928M51AdjustmentsPlanted RowSpacing (Inches)Number ofRows for 20ftdrillsTireRevolutionsper Acre for20ft drillsNumber ofRows for24ft drill

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200652Checking Singulated Seeding RateThe seed charts are based on cleaned and sized seed.Extreme seed siz

8/14/2006118-928M53AdjustmentsMarker AdjustmentsBleeding Marker HydraulicsTo fold properly, the marker hydraulics must befree of air. If the markers f

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200654Folding Speed with Needle ValvesRefer to Figure 78A needle valve controls the folding speed of mark-

8/14/2006118-928M55AdjustmentsMarker ChainThere are two, interrelated adjustments for themarker chain. Make these adjustments in the follow-ing order.

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200656Marker WidthRefer to Figure 83To adjust marker width, loosen jam nuts (1) and1/2-inch set screws (2)

8/14/2006118-928M57AdjustmentsFigure 8422887

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/20064Practice Safe Maintenance▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Useproper tools and equipment. Ref

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200658Seed-Lok™ Lock UpOptional Seed-Lok™ firming wheels provide ad-ditional seed-to-soil contact. The whee

8/14/2006118-928M59TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionPlanting too muchIncorrect seed rate or sprocket com-bination.Check seed rate information begi

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200660Planting too little (cont’d)Not enough talc lubricant Add more talc lubricant, page 23.Build up of s

8/14/2006118-928M61TroubleshootingUneven seed depth (cont’d)20 or 25 Series Opener side depthwheels are set too deep for soil condi-tions or coulter d

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200662Acremeter does not measureaccuratelyNOTE: Acremeter is most accu-rate when seeding back and forthwit

8/14/2006118-928M63TroubleshootingDrill boxes do not emptyevenlyRight and left hand seed rates are notset the same.Readjust rates, see Seeding RateCha

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200664Hydraulic marker functioningimproperlyAir or oil leaks in hose fittings or con-nections.Check all hos

8/14/2006118-928M65Maintenance and LubricationMaintenance and LubricationMaintenanceProper servicing and maintenance is the key tolong implement life.

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200666Meter MaintenanceMeter Slide Maintenance. For proper seedingoperation, seasonally or when changing c

8/14/2006118-928M67Maintenance and LubricationRefer to Figure 896. Check for excess wear on meter slide (1).Slight wear at the top corner is normal.7.

8/14/2006118-928M5Important Safety InformationHandle Chemicals ProperlyAgricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Im-proper use can seriously injure per

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200668Refer to Figure 9213. Close and pin meter clean out.Refer to Figure 9314. Open and pin sliding seed

8/14/2006118-928M69Maintenance and LubricationFinger Set Installation InstructionsInstallation StepsGreat Plains recommends having the meter service p

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200670Seed Tube MaintenanceRefer to Figure 97Clean inner sliding seed tube if it will not slide.Replace in

8/14/2006118-928M71Maintenance and LubricationGrommet MaintenancePeriodically check seed meter and seed box grommetsfor weathering or cracking and rep

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200672Opener Disks1. On 20 or 25 Series openers, remove sidegauge wheel arm & wheel assembly by re-mov

8/14/2006118-928M73Maintenance and LubricationHD 10 Series and 25 Series Disk Spreaders andScrapersNOTE: It is normal for blade spreader to have somel

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200674Seed Flap ReplacementRefer to Figure 1051. To replace a seed flap use a needle nose orsimilar tool an

8/14/2006118-928M75Maintenance and Lubrication18265Drive ChainsType of Lubrication: Chain LubeQuantity = Coat thoroughlyGauge Wheel Arm PivotsZerks on

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200676Marker Hinge PointsType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = Until grease emergesMarker Disk BearingsTyp

8/14/2006118-928M77Options18287OptionsMarkersHydraulic markers are available. The units have acast hub, tapered roller bearings and a bolt-onblade to

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/20066Safety At All TimesThoroughly read and understand the instructionsin this manual before operation. Re

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/20067820 Series Precision Opener SideDepth Wheel ScraperTo order the opener wheel scraper, contact yourGre

8/14/2006118-928M79OptionsVeris DriveThe Veris Drive is a precision population controller whichuses a hydraulic drive to accurately drive the metering

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8/14/2006118-928M81Veris Drive Operating InstructionsOperating InstructionsDrive Operational Requirements:Hydraulic System:• Closed center, pressure c

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8/14/2006118-928M83Veris Drive Operating InstructionsConsole FunctionsRefer to Figure 108The use of each key is as follows:• On/VR key—turns drive sys

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200684Refer to Figure 1114. Press Function key until the Calibration win-dow appears as shown.5. Press up

8/14/2006118-928M85Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 1148. Enter number of rows here using Up/Downarrow keys. Press Function key to ad

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200686Refer to Figure 11711. The cab console is informing you thelength of time that the drive will be ope

8/14/2006118-928M87Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 12013. Continuing to verify that the drive areais clear, press the Engage key to

8/14/2006118-928M7Important Safety InformationSafety DecalsYour implement comes equipped with all safetydecals in place. They were designed to help yo

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200688Refer to Figure 12316. Enter the actual amount metered usingthe Up/Down arrow keys. Press Func-tion

8/14/2006118-928M89Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 12620. Console window now displays the calibra-tion number you have selected.Refe

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200690OperationsBefore going to the field:1. Once calibration procedure above has beenfollowed, Console wil

8/14/2006118-928M91Veris Drive Operating Instructions5. Console display shows two numbers while operating:“Set” rate is the rate you tell the system t

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200692Crop Row Spacing Number of cells Min. Rate Max. Rate Cal #Corn 20” 28 20500 37000 1751Corn 30” 28 20

8/14/2006118-928M93Veris Drive Operating InstructionsCrop RowSpacing Meter2525PMeter P/N2520PMeter P/N Min.RateMax.RateCal #Barley 9.5” Wheat N 403-11

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200694GPS-Based SeedingSettings for FarmWorks SiteMate used with GreatPlains Precision Population Controll

8/14/2006118-928M95Veris Drive Operating InstructionsTroubleshooting GPS-based Seed-ing with SiteMate1. No Rx rate appears on SiteMate• has field been

2025P, 2020P Bedded, and2010HDP118-928M8/14/200696Settings for Ag Leader PF3000 Monitors used withGreat Plains Precision Population Controlle QUICKREF

8/14/2006118-928M97Veris Drive Operating InstructionsTroubleshooting GPS-based seed-ing with PF30001. No Target Rate appears on the PF3000• has field