2019-06-12
401-705M
YP3025A
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Preparation and Setup
This section helps you prepare your tractor and
YP3025A Planter for use, and covers tasks that need to
be done seasonally, or when the tractor/Planter
configuration changes.
Before using the Planter in the field, you must hitch it to a
suitable tractor, inspect systems and level the Planter.
Before using the Planter for the first time, and
periodically thereafter, certain adjustments and
calibrations are required.
Initial Setup
” on page 169 for
pre-delivery items (normally completed by dealer), and
first-time/infrequent setup tasks, including:
•
Install seed monitor console in tractor (page 173).
Post-Delivery/Seasonal Setup
On initial delivery, use with a new tractor, and seasonally,
check and as necessary, complete these items before
continuing to the routine setup items:
•
Bleed hydraulic system (page 106).
•
Wing leveling and alignment (page 109).
•
Radar calibration (page 175).
•
De-grease exposed cylinder rods if so protected at
last storage.
Pre-Planting Setup
Complete this checklist before routine setup:
Read and understand “
Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts
are tight, and cotter pins are spread.
Check that all zerks are in place and lubricated. See
Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance
Check that all safety decals and reflectors are
correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged.
Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten
wheel bolts as specified. See “
