Great-plains 3N-4025P Operator Manual User Manual

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

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20108838-266CRed ReflectorsOn the outside edge of center walkboard each end,two total20301838-267C

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201098Refer to Figure 12The cab console is informing you the length oftime that the drive will be

4/23/2010196-286M99Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 16Continuing to verify that the drive area is clear,press the Engage key to start

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010100Refer to Figure 20A new calibration number is suggested, alongwith the old calibration num

4/23/2010196-286M101Veris Drive Operating InstructionsCalibration - SpeedIn order for the controller to meter the properamount of material, it must ha

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010102Refer to Figure 27When the tractor passes the second flag, pressEngage key again.Refer to F

4/23/2010196-286M103Veris Drive Operating InstructionsOperationsBefore going to the field:1. Once calibration procedure above has beenfollowed, console

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010104• Other tractors: Lock lever forward in detentposition. You may need to turn detent pres-s

4/23/2010196-286M105Veris Drive Operating InstructionsFor Great Plains Singulator Plus Precision Meters:Talc Lubricant (P/N: 821-046C)All talc is not

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201010640’ Singulated Calibration NumbersHIGH RANGE: MOTOR 21T DRIVER - MAIN-SHAFT 17T DRIVENMAX

4/23/2010196-286M107Veris Drive Operating InstructionsLOW RANGE: MOTOR 21T DRIVER - MAIN-SHAFT 34T DRIVENMAX ALLOWABLE POPULATION AT SELECTED SPEEDS.

4/23/2010196-286M9Important Safety Information203012030120301818-398CCaution Tires Not a StepAbove all sets of tires, six total838-426CCaution Tire 60

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010108Finger Meter ChartsGraphite Powder (1# bottle P/N: 821-042C)(5# jug P/N: 821-060C)For Fing

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4/23/2010196-286M111Veris Drive Operating Instructions20” Row SpacingFor Round Corn optimum meter speed is 45 to 75 RPMFor Flat Corn optimum meter spe

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010112Twin Row 30”For Round Corn optimum meter speed is 45 to 75 RPMFor Flat Corn optimum meter

4/23/2010196-286M113Veris Drive Operating InstructionsTwin Row 30”For Round Corn optimum meter speed is 45 to 75 RPMFor Flat Corn optimum meter speed

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010114Twin Row 30”For Round Corn optimum meter speed is 45 to 75 RPMFor Flat Corn optimum meter

4/23/2010196-286M115Veris Drive Operating Instructions30” Row SpacingFor Round Corn optimum meter speed is 45 to 75 RPMFor Flat Corn optimum meter spe

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201011630” Row SpacingFor Round Corn optimum meter speed is 45 to 75 RPMFor Flat Corn optimum met

4/23/2010196-286M117Veris Drive Operating Instructions30” Row SpacingFor Round Corn optimum meter speed is 45 to 75 RPMFor Flat Corn optimum meter spe

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201010203062030620301818-579CWarning Pinch/Shear PointOn marker, two with single, four with dual

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010118GPS-Based SeedingSettings for FarmWorks SiteMate used with Great Plains Precision Populati

4/23/2010196-286M119Veris Drive Operating InstructionsSettings for Great Plains Precision PopulationControllers:1. Connect SiteMate computer to consol

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010120(SiteMate Settings, step 4) and on the GPConsole (GP Settings, step 2); these must beset t

4/23/2010196-286M121Veris Drive Operating InstructionsSettings for Ag Leader PF3000 Monitors used with Great Plains Precision Population Controllers -

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20101227. Press FIELD key. Set Field. Set Product (press key to right of product).Settings for Gr

4/23/2010196-286M123Veris Drive Operating Instructions• recheck planter monitor settings: calibration number, row spacing, number of rows, swath width

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010124TroubleshootingDrive will not rotate: (see Troubleshooting flow chart and electronics overv

4/23/2010196-286M125Veris Drive Operating Instructionsf. Excessive torque in drive system. Disconnect main drive chain to check for rotation under zer

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201012610. Drive plants significantly higher than desired rate:a. Recheck calibration number, and

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4/23/2010196-286M11Important Safety Information203012030120301818-557CDanger Cannot Read EnglishOn tongue, one total818-339CWarning High Pressure Flui

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4/23/2010196-286M129AppendixAppendixTorque 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

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201013020452Hydraulic Schematic

4/23/2010196-286M131AppendixWarrantyGreat 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

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010122030120301818-587CCaution Read Owner’s ManualOn tongue, one total818-188CWarning Excessive

4/23/2010196-286M13IntroductionIntroductionGreat Plains welcomes you to its growing family ofnew product owners. This drill has been designedwith care

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201014Owner AssistanceIf you need customer service or repair parts, con-tact a Great Plains deale

4/23/2010196-286M15Preparation and SetupPreparation and SetupThis section will help you prepare your tractor anddrill for use. Before using the drill

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201016Hitching Tractor to DrillYou may be severely injured or killed by being crushedbetween the

4/23/2010196-286M17Preparation and SetupBleeding HydraulicsEscaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pres-sure to penetrate the skin. Check all

Table of Contents196-286M4/23/2010© Copyright 2003, 2010 All rights ReservedGreat Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201018Bleeding Marker HydraulicsTo fold properly, the marker hydraulics must befree of air. If th

4/23/2010196-286M19Preparation and SetupLeveling Frame Side-to-SideAll frame sections must be level to maintain evenseeding depth. Before using the dr

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201020Box AlignmentTo check and adjust box alignment:1. Unfold drill, see “Unfolding the Drill,”

4/23/2010196-286M21Operating InstructionsOperating InstructionsThis section covers general operating proce-dures. Experience, machine familiarity and

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201022Folding the DrillPinch Point and Crushing Hazard. To prevent seriousinjury or death:• Alway

4/23/2010196-286M23Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 104. Move the hydraulic lever to activate the trans-port lock cylinders,Refer to Figure 115.

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201024Refer to Figure 132. Move the hydraulic lever to activate the toolbar lock cylinders, trans

4/23/2010196-286M25Operating InstructionsField OperationYou may be severely injured or killed by being crushedbetween the tractor and drill. Do not st

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/2010268. Always lift drill out of the ground when turningat row ends and for other short-radius t

4/23/2010196-286M27Operating InstructionsMarker OperationOptional markers are available through yourGreat Plains dealer.Before operating markers, make

4/23/2010196-286M1Important Safety InformationImportant Safety InformationLook for Safety SymbolThe SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there isa potential

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201028TransportingTowing the drill at high speeds or with a vehicle that isnot heavy enough could

4/23/2010196-286M29Operating InstructionsParkingFor information on long-term storage, refer to“Storage”, page 80.1. Fold the drill. Refer to “Folding

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201030AdjustmentsNo-Till SeedingTo get full performance from your no-till drill, youneed a good u

4/23/2010196-286M31AdjustmentsSecond, the press wheels provide opener depthcontrol on 10 series openers (on 15, 20 and 25 se-ries side wheels control

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201032HD 10 Series Hydraulic Depth ControlRefer to Figure 21The field-lift cylinders are equipped

4/23/2010196-286M33AdjustmentsWeightsTransport Hazard. Adding more than the recommendweight to the drill frame could cause a tire to blow dur-ing tran

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20103410 Series OpenersOpener Down PressureRefer to Figure 24Opener springs provide the down pres

4/23/2010196-286M35AdjustmentsOpener Seeding DepthA press wheel attached to each opener body con-trols seeding depth. To maintain consistent depth,the

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201036Note: Wheel touches at bottom and gaps open 3/8” to5/8” at top.Side Gauge Wheels for 15, 20

4/23/2010196-286M37Adjustments1 x 12 Closing Wheel OptionThe closing wheels can be adjusted for downpressure, alignment and offset.Down Pressure. Adju

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20102Be Familiar with Safety Decals▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page 7,thoroughly.▲ Rea

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201038Closing DiskFor proper seed-to-soil contact, the closing disksmust have enough down pressur

4/23/2010196-286M39AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 38To adjust down pressure, use adjustment toolstored under walkboard. Position tool in hole onspring mou

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201040Refer to Figure 41Set opener seeding depth by adjusting handles.To adjust, first raise opene

4/23/2010196-286M41Adjustments25 Series OpenersSeeding depth is controlled by gauge wheelsmounted on the sides of the opener disks.Do not back up with

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201042Refer to Figure 46Minimum and maximum settings are indicated byposition of adjustment cam.E

4/23/2010196-286M43AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 48Set seeding depth by adjusting handles. To ad-just, first raise openers slightly, then lift and slideha

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201044AlignmentIf one closing wheel is running in the seed trenchor closing wheels are not center

4/23/2010196-286M45AdjustmentsHD 10 Series OpenersDo not back up with openers in the ground. To do sowill cause severe damage and opener plugging.Open

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201046Refer to Figure 56Minimum and maximum settings are indicated byposition of adjustment cam.E

4/23/2010196-286M47AdjustmentsDouble V Press Wheel AdjustmentRefer to Figure 58The double V closing wheels (4) can be moved in-ward and outward to alt

4/23/2010196-286M3Important Safety InformationTransport Machinery SafelyMaximum transport speed for implement is 20mph. Some rough terrains require a

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201048Changing Seed Meter Wheels for10, 15 and 20 Series OpenersChoose the correct seed meter whe

4/23/2010196-286M49AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 647. Be sure slots in the center of seed meterwheel are aligned with the wheel drive pin onthe meter sha

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201050Changing Seed Meters for 25Series OpenersTo change from Precision Meter to FingerPickup Met

4/23/2010196-286M51AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 706. While the meter is removed take time to in-spect the meter drive chain and sprocket.Refer to Figure

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201052Refer to Figure 739. Engage the lower latch.NOTE: To change from the Finger Pickupmeter to

4/23/2010196-286M53AdjustmentsChanging Seed Meter WheelChoose the correct seed meter wheel for the typeof seed you will be using. Be sure to use the s

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201054Refer to Figure 787. Place new wheel on meter wheel shaft and replacespring-loaded wheel re

4/23/2010196-286M55AdjustmentsSeed-Lok Lock UpOptional Seed-Lok firming wheels provide addi-tional seed-to-soil contact. The wheels are springloaded an

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201056Electric Clutch Switch AdjustmentTo adjust the height at which seed metering isturned off,

4/23/2010196-286M57AdjustmentsMarker AdjustmentsYou may be injured if hit by a folding or unfoldingmarker. Markers may fall quickly and unexpectedly i

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20104Practice Safe Maintenance▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Useproper tools and equip

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201058Marker ChainRefer to Figure 871. Lifting Slack. With marker unfolded, adjustchain to a leng

4/23/2010196-286M59AdjustmentsDisk AdjustmentMarker disks may be sharp. Use caution when makingadjustments in this area.Refer to Figure 88There are tw

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201060Marker WidthRefer to Figure 90You will need to adjust marker width to account foryour row s

4/23/2010196-286M61Adjustments20361

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201062TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionPlanting too muchActual field size is different. Verify

4/23/2010196-286M63TroubleshootingPlanting too little, continuedObstruction in meter (foreign materialor uncleaned seed).Clean seed meter.Thrown or wo

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201064Uneven seed depth, continuedDamaged or missing seed flaps. Replace seed flaps.Damaged opener

4/23/2010196-286M65TroubleshootingExcessive seed crackingExcessive field speed. Slow down.Unclean seed. Use clean seed.Incorrect seed meter wheel. Chan

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201066Note: For Veris Drive monitor troubleshooting refer to page 90.Scraper worn or damaged. Rep

4/23/2010196-286M67Maintenance and LubricationMaintenance and LubricationMaintenanceProper servicing and maintenance is the key tolong implement life.

4/23/2010196-286M5Important Safety InformationHandle Chemicals ProperlyAgricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Im-proper use can seriously injure per

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201068Meter MaintenanceFolding Drill WalkboardsBefore adjusting, servicing, or maintaining thesee

4/23/2010196-286M69Maintenance and LubricationShutting Off Seed FlowRefer to Figure 93To shut off seed flow, move front seed tubes back-ward and back s

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201070Cleaning Out MetersNOTE: Shut off sliding seed tubes before at-tempting to clean out seed m

4/23/2010196-286M71Maintenance and LubricationMeter Slide Maintenance for 10, 15, 20 and 25Series OpenersFor proper seeding operation, seasonally or w

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201072Refer to Figure 1021. Remove meter slide (1) with springs (2).2. Place springs in new meter

4/23/2010196-286M73Maintenance and LubricationFinger Set Installation InstructionsInstallation StepsGreat Plains recommends having the meter service p

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201074Seed Tube MaintenanceRefer to Figure 106Clean inner sliding seed tube if it will not slide.

4/23/2010196-286M75Maintenance and LubricationOpener Maintenance15 Series Disk Spreaders and ScrapersNOTE: It is normal for the blade spreader to have

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20107620 Series Opener Side WheelsRefer to Figure 1101. Lift opener side wheel off the ground. Mo

4/23/2010196-286M77Maintenance and Lubrication25 Series Disk Spreaders and ScrapersNOTE: It is normal for the blade spreader to have somelooseness in

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20106Safety At All TimesThoroughly read and understand the instructionsin this manual before oper

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20107815, 20 and 25 Series Opener DisksRefer to Figure 1141. On the 15, 20 and 25 Series openers,

4/23/2010196-286M79Maintenance and LubricationSeed Flap Replacement (s/n 1053PP-)Refer to Figure 115To replace a seed flap use a needle nose or simi-la

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201080Marker MaintenanceRefer to Figure 117The marker arm is attached to marker body with a7/16”

4/23/2010196-286M81Maintenance and LubricationParallel pivot armsEnd of both wings and behind center section bothwheelsType of Lubrication: GreaseQuan

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201082Caster wheel pivotEnd of both wingsType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = Until grease emerg

4/23/2010196-286M83Maintenance and LubricationGrease zerk bankBank on each drill sectionType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = About five pumps per zerk

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201084Wheel assembly pivotEnd of both wingsType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = Until grease eme

4/23/2010196-286M85Maintenance and LubricationTalc Lubricant (821-046C)All talc is not created equal, use Great Plains brandtalc for optimum seed flow.

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201086Graphite Powder (1# bottle P/N: 821-042C)(5# jug P/N: 821-060C)For Finger Pick Up Meters On

4/23/2010196-286M87Options20306OptionsFlat Fold MarkerThe hydraulically operated, flat-fold markers leavea line for you to follow on the next field pass

4/23/2010196-286M7Important Safety InformationSafety DecalsYour implement comes equipped with all safetydecals in place. They were designed to help yo

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/20108820262Keeton™ Seed FirmerTo order the Keeton Seed Firmer, contact yourGreat Plains dealer.Op

4/23/2010196-286M89OptionsBaffle KitThe baffle package stops the flow of grain to a setnumber of seed tubes by covering those tubes.To order the Baffle K

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201090Veris Drive Operating Instructions22710

4/23/2010196-286M91Veris Drive Operating InstructionsImportant Safety InformationEscaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure topenetrat

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201092Operating InstructionsDrive Operational Requirements:Hydraulic System:Closed center, pressu

4/23/2010196-286M93Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 1b. To battery. Make sure that eyelets are properly connected (red to positive, b

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201094Controller Menu23251

4/23/2010196-286M95Veris Drive Operating InstructionsOn/VR key - turnsdrive system on.Press twice forVR mode. Note:Engage key mustalso be pressedto st

3N-4010P, 3N-4015P, 3N-4020P and3N-4025P196-286M4/23/201096Refer to Figure 4Set the desired rate by using the Up/Down arrowkeys.Refer to Figure 5Press

4/23/2010196-286M97Veris Drive Operating InstructionsRefer to Figure 8Enter drill width here using Up/Down arrow keys.Press Function key to advance to