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

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4/23/2010118-915M101Seed Rate ChartsTalc Lubricant (P/N: 821-046C)All talc is not created equal, use Great Plainsbrand talc for optimum seed flow.Talc

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2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201012IntroductionGreat Plains welcomes you to its growing family ofnew product owners. This drill has been designedwith c

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4/23/2010118-915M13IntroductionUsing This ManualThis manual will familiarize you with safety, as-sembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshootingand ma

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2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/2010152AppendixTorque 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-l

4/23/2010118-915M153AppendixTire Inflation ChartTire Size InflationPSITire Size InflationPSI7.50 x 20" 4-Ply Drill Rib 28 11L x 15" 6-Ply Ri

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/2010154Dual Gauge Wheel Sprocket Configuration22849

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2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/2010156WarrantyGreat Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated warrants to the original pur-chaser that this seeding equipment wi

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

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201014Owner AssistanceIf you need customer service or repair parts, con-tact a Great Plains dealer. They have trainedperso

4/23/2010118-915M15Preparation and SetupPreparation and SetupThis section will help you prepare your tractor anddrill for use. Before using the drill

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201016Hydraulic Hose HookupRefer to Figure 3Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded tohelp you hookup hoses to your t

4/23/2010118-915M17Preparation and SetupLeveling the Drill20 Series Opener Single Gauge WheelRefer to Figure 4Initially adjust drill so bottom of open

Table of Contents© Copyright 2004, 2010 All rights ReservedGreat Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/20101820 Series Opener Dual Gauge WheelsRefer to Figure 7Initially adjust drill so bottom of opener tube runs24 inches abo

4/23/2010118-915M19Preparation and Setup25 Series Openers Single Gauge WheelRefer to Figure 10Initially adjust drill so bottom of opener tube runs26 i

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201020Operating InstructionsThis section covers general operating proce-dures. Experience, machine familiarity and thefoll

4/23/2010118-915M21Operating InstructionsField OperationYou may be severely injured or killed by being crushedbetween the tractor and drill. Do not st

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201022Meter and Sliding Seed TubeRefer to Figure 16Before operation, make sure you are using the correct seedmeter wheel f

4/23/2010118-915M23Operating InstructionsOpener OperationDo not back up with openers in the ground. To do sowill cause severe damage and opener pluggi

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201024• Place tarp under drill or a bucket under eachseed meter.• Use large bucket to empty box as much aspossible. Make s

4/23/2010118-915M25AdjustmentsSide Gauge Wheels for 20 and 25 SeriesOpenersRefer to Figure 18The side gauge wheels have two, interrelated adjustments:

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/20102620 Series OpenersOpener Down PressureRefer to Figure 21Opener springs provide the down pressure nec-essary for opene

4/23/2010118-915M27AdjustmentsOpener Seeding DepthRefer to Figure 24Side depth wheels beside the opener disks con-trol opener seeding depth. The posit

4/23/2010118-915M1Important Safety InformationImportant Safety InformationLook for Safety SymbolThe SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there isa potential

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201028NOTE: The factory setting on the press wheelis staggered to achieve optimum residue flow.Refer to Figure 27If you wan

4/23/2010118-915M29AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 30Minimum and maximum settings are indicated byposition of adjustment cam.Each notch on the adjustment c

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201030Refer to Figure 32Set seeding depth by adjusting handles. To ad-just, first raise openers slightly, then lift and sli

4/23/2010118-915M31AdjustmentsAlignmentIf one closing wheel is running in the seed trenchor closing wheels are not centered over the seedtrench, adjus

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201032Frame HeightDrill operating height directly affects the workingrange of the drill openers. Initially adjust framehei

4/23/2010118-915M33AdjustmentsSeeding RateAdjusting the seeding rate requires the following:1. adjusting drive speed range sprockets,2. adjusting tran

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201034Shutting Off Seed FlowRefer to Figure 42This figure shows a sliding seed tube in the openposition. To shut off seed fl

4/23/2010118-915M35AdjustmentsCleaning Out MetersNOTE: Shut off sliding seed tubes before at-tempting to clean out seed meters.For seed meter clean ou

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201036Finger Pickup Meter1. Place a bucket or pan under meter to catch anyseed during cleanout.Refer to Figure 482. Pull c

4/23/2010118-915M37AdjustmentsChanging Seed Meter Wheel for20 Series OpenersChoose the correct seed meter wheel for the typeof seed you will be using.

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/20102Be Familiar with Safety Decals▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page 7,thoroughly.▲ Read all instructions noted

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201038Refer to Figure 524. Pull seed meter wheel out about 1/4 inch, orpast the wheel drive pin, and spin backward toclean

4/23/2010118-915M39AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 558. Reinstall spring and lock wheel retainer inplace.Refer to Figure 569. Close and pin seed meter clea

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201040Changing Seed Meters for 25Series OpenersTo change from Precision Meter to FingerPickup Meter1. Remove seed from see

4/23/2010118-915M41AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 616. While the meter is removed take time to in-spect the meter drive chain and sprocket.Refer to Figure

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201042Refer to Figure 649. Engage the lower latch.NOTE: To change from the Finger Pickupmeter to the Precision meter requi

4/23/2010118-915M43AdjustmentsChanging Seed Meter Wheel for25 Series OpenersChoose the correct seed meter wheel for the typeof seed you will be using.

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201044Refer to Figure 697. Place new wheel on meter wheel shaft and re-place spring-loaded wheel retainer.Adjusting Finger

4/23/2010118-915M45AdjustmentsChecking Volumetric Seeding RateThe seed charts are based on cleaned seed and11L x 15, rib implement tires. Factors incl

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201046Planted RowSpacing (Inches)Number ofRows for 20ftdrillsTireRevolutionsper Acre for20ft drillsNumber of Rowsfor 24ft

4/23/2010118-915M47AdjustmentsChecking Singulated Seeding RateThe seed charts are based on cleaned and sizedseed. Extreme seed size variations, foreig

4/23/2010118-915M3Important Safety InformationTransport Machinery SafelyMaximum transport speed for implement is 20mph. Some rough terrains require a

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201048Marker AdjustmentsBleeding Marker HydraulicsTo fold properly, the marker hydraulics must befree of air. If the marke

4/23/2010118-915M49AdjustmentsFolding Speed with Needle ValvesRefer to Figure 71A needle valve controls the folding speed of mark-ers that are plumbed

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201050Marker ChainThere are two, interrelated adjustments for themarker chain. Make these adjustments in the follow-ing or

4/23/2010118-915M51AdjustmentsMarker WidthRefer to Figure 76To adjust marker width, loosen jam nuts (1) and1/2-inch set screws (2). Move marker disk t

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4/23/2010118-915M53AdjustmentsSeed-Lok™ Lock UpOptional Seed-Lok™ firming wheels provide ad-ditional seed-to-soil contact. The wheels arespring loaded

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201054Problem Cause SolutionPlanting too muchIncorrect seed rate or sprocket com-bination.Check seed rate information begi

4/23/2010118-915M55TroubleshootingPlanting too little (cont’d)Not enough talc lubricant Add more talc lubricant, page 22.Build up of seed treatment in

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201056Uneven seed depth (cont’d)20 or 25 Series Opener side depthwheels are set too deep for soil condi-tions or coulter d

4/23/2010118-915M57TroubleshootingAcremeter does not measureaccuratelyNOTE:Acremeter is most accu-rate when seeding back and forthwith markers with fe

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/20104Practice Safe Maintenance▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Useproper tools and equipment. Refer to this man-u

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201058Drill boxes do not emptyevenlyRight and left hand seed rates are notset the same.Readjust rates, see Seeding RateCha

4/23/2010118-915M59TroubleshootingHydraulic marker functioningimproperlyAir or oil leaks in hose fittings or con-nections.Check all hose fittings and co

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201060Maintenance and LubricationMaintenanceProper servicing and maintenance is the key tolong implement life. With carefu

4/23/2010118-915M61Maintenance and LubricationMeter MaintenanceMeter Slide Maintenance. For proper seedingoperation, seasonally or when changing crops

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201062Refer to Figure 826. Check for excess wear on meter slide (1).Slight wear at the top corner is normal.7. If slide is

4/23/2010118-915M63Maintenance and LubricationRefer to Figure 8513. Close and pin meter clean out.Refer to Figure 8614. Open and pin sliding seed tube

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201064Finger Set Installation InstructionsInstallation StepsGreat Plains recommends having the meter service per-formed by

4/23/2010118-915M65Maintenance and LubricationSeed Tube MaintenanceRefer to Figure 90Clean inner sliding seed tube if it will not slide. Re-place inne

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201066Grommet MaintenancePeriodically check seed meter and seed box grom-mets for weathering or cracking and replace asnec

4/23/2010118-915M67Maintenance and LubricationOpener Disks1. On 20 or 25 Series openers, remove sidegauge wheel arm & wheel assembly by re-moving

4/23/2010118-915M5Important Safety InformationHandle Chemicals ProperlyAgricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Im-proper use can seriously injure per

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/20106825 Series Disk Spreaders and ScrapersNOTE: It is normal for the blade spreader to have somelooseness in the holder a

4/23/2010118-915M69Maintenance and LubricationSeed Flap Replacement (s/n 1466SS-)Refer to Figure 98To replace a seed flap use a needle nose or simi-lar

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201070Marker MaintenanceRefer to Figure 100The marker arm is attached to marker body with a3/8-inch, grade 2, shear bolt.

4/23/2010118-915M71Maintenance and Lubrication18265Drive ChainsType of Lubrication: Chain LubeQuantity = Coat thoroughlyGauge Wheel Arm PivotsZerks on

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201072Marker Hinge PointsType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = Until grease emergesMarker Disk BearingsType of Lubrication

4/23/2010118-915M73Options18287OptionsMarkersHydraulic markers are available. The units have acast hub, tapered roller bearings and a bolt-onblade to

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/20107420 Series Precision Opener SideDepth Wheel ScraperTo order the opener wheel scraper, contact yourGreat Plains dealer

4/23/2010118-915M75OptionsVeris DriveThe Veris Drive is a precision population controllerwhich uses a hydraulic drive to accurately drive themetering

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4/23/2010118-915M77Veris Drive Operating InstructionsOperating InstructionsDrive Operational Requirements:Hydraulic System:• Closed center, pressure c

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/20106Safety At All TimesThoroughly read and understand the instructionsin this manual before operation. Read all instruc-t

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4/23/2010118-915M79Veris Drive Operating InstructionsConsole FunctionsRefer to Figure 102The use of each key is as follows:• On/VR key—turns drive sys

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201080Refer to Figure 1054. Press Function key until the Calibration win-dow appears as shown.5. Press up arrow key to ent

4/23/2010118-915M81Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 1088. Enter number of rows here using Up/Down ar-row keys. Press Function key to

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201082Refer to Figure 11111. The cab console is informing you the length oftime that the drive will be operating, in order

4/23/2010118-915M83Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 11413. Continuing to verify that the drive area isclear, press the Engage key to

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201084Refer to Figure 11716. Enter the actual amount metered using theUp/Down arrow keys. Press Function key toadvance to

4/23/2010118-915M85Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 12020. Console window now displays the calibrationnumber you have selected.Refer

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201086OperationsBefore going to the field:1. Once calibration procedure above has beenfollowed, Console will store the cali

4/23/2010118-915M87Veris Drive Operating InstructionsVeris Drive Sprocket ChangeFor proper operation on finger meters (high range) it willbe necessary

4/23/2010118-915M7Important Safety InformationSafety DecalsYour implement comes equipped with all safetydecals in place. They were designed to help yo

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201088Crop Row Spacing Number of cells Min. Rate Max. Rate Cal #Corn 20” 28 20500 37000 1751Corn 30” 28 20500 37000 1167*C

4/23/2010118-915M89Veris Drive Operating InstructionsCrop RowSpacing Meter2525PMeter P/N2520PMeter P/N Min.RateMax.RateCal #Barley 9.5” Wheat N 403-11

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201090GPS-Based SeedingSettings for FarmWorks SiteMate used with GreatPlains Precision Population Controller QUICKREFERENC

4/23/2010118-915M91Veris Drive Operating InstructionsTroubleshooting GPS-based Seed-ing with SiteMate1. No Rx rate appears on SiteMate• has field been

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201092Settings for Ag Leader PF3000 Monitors used withGreat Plains Precision Population Controlle QUICKREFERENCE GUIDE(Cre

4/23/2010118-915M93Veris Drive Operating InstructionsTroubleshooting GPS-based seed-ing with PF30001. No Target Rate appears on the PF3000• has field

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201094MaintenanceAs with any hydraulic system, contamination isthe most common cause of performance prob-lems and pre-matu

4/23/2010118-915M95Veris Drive Operating InstructionsTroubleshootingDrive will not rotate: (see Troubleshooting flow chart and electronics overview)1.

2525P and 2520P118-915M4/23/201096f. Excessive torque in drive system. Disconnect main drive chain to check for rotation under zero load.Check for a p

4/23/2010118-915M97Veris Drive Operating Instructionsf. Check speed shown on cab console against other speedometer - tractor, planter monitor. Ifdrive