GREAT PLAINS 1300 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Kevin PenningtonAug 20, 2025
How to fix uneven seed spacing on GREAT PLAINS Drill?
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  Christopher WebbAug 20, 2025
  If you notice uneven seed spacing or an uneven stand with your GREAT PLAINS Drill, several factors could be at play. Start by checking for any blockages in the seed cup or seed tubes. Reducing your ground speed can also help. Ensure the opener disks turn freely and consider using a faster drive type, narrowing the seed cup doors. Also, verify the opener frame has adequate down pressure to penetrate the soil, increasing it if needed. Conversely, if there's too much down pressure causing rows to be unlevel, decrease it. Finally, inspect the Seed-Lok® wheels for trash or mud buildup, locking them up if necessary, and check for chain skipping due to loose idlers or excess slack. Be aware that if conditions are too wet, end wheel slippage may occur, making planting difficult.
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danieljosephAug 22, 2025
What to do if opener disks are not turning freely on GREAT PLAINS 1300 Drill?
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  danielle09Aug 22, 2025
  If the opener disks on your GREAT PLAINS Drill aren't turning freely, there are a few things to inspect. Begin by checking for any trash or mud buildup between the disks and examine the disk scraper adjustment. Also, look for trash or mud buildup on the disk scrapers themselves. Inspect the disk bearings and check the opener frame for any potential damage. If the opener disks turn freely by hand but not in the field, try reducing the down pressure. Lastly, verify the presswheel adjustment for the correct seeding depth.
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Jose WoodAug 25, 2025
Why acremeter doesn’t measure accurately on GREAT PLAINS 1300 Drill?
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  Tara AndersonAug 25, 2025
  If your GREAT PLAINS Drill's acremeter isn’t measuring accurately, keep in mind that meter readings are not precise. Acremeters are factory-programmed for average drill swath, but not particular row spacings. Also, they include a compensation for nominal wheel slippage that may vary from your conditions. Verify the tire size and pressure. Ensure your planting operation isn't causing excessive overlap or gaps between passes. Confirm that the acremeter you're using is the correct one for your drill, and verify the revolutions per acre when the display is active.
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john61Aug 27, 2025
What to do if actual seeding rate is different than desired on GREAT PLAINS Drill?
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  qsnyderAug 27, 2025
  If you find that the actual seeding rate of your GREAT PLAINS Drill differs from what you intended, start by checking the tire pressure. Ensure the end wheels are the correct size (7.5 x 20, 4-ply Rib Implement). Inspect for any buildup of seed treatment and clean it off regularly. Verify your seed rate setting. Also, keep in mind your seed weight, as seed rate charts are based on average seed weights.
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Bridget Mendez PhDAug 27, 2025
Why openers drill too deep on GREAT PLAINS Drill?
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  Stephen GarciaAug 27, 2025
  If your GREAT PLAINS Drill is causing openers to drill too deep, resulting in bulldozing, consider the down pressure settings. If you're operating at high down-pressures, check the settings. Reduce the down pressure on the openers. Also, check the presswheel adjustment.
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Mary KellerAug 29, 2025
How to adjust press wheel not compacting the soil as desired on GREAT PLAINS 1300 Drill?
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  Angela PhillipsAug 29, 2025
  If the press wheel on your GREAT PLAINS Drill isn't compacting the soil as desired, try resetting the presswheel depth and consider increasing the down pressure.
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Nicole YoungAug 31, 2025
Why press wheel or openers plugging on GREAT PLAINS Drill?
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  Thomas HooperAug 31, 2025
  If you're experiencing press wheel or openers plugging with your GREAT PLAINS Drill, consider the soil conditions, as damp or wet conditions can worsen this issue. Reduce the down pressure and avoid backing up or allowing the drill to roll rearward with openers in the ground. Also, check Seed-Lok® wheels for mud accumulation and lock up the wheels if needed.
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Danielle JonesSep 2, 2025
How to prevent excessive seed cracking with GREAT PLAINS 1300?
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  kelly42Sep 2, 2025
  If you notice excessive seed cracking with your GREAT PLAINS Drill, try using a slower drive type and opening the seed cup doors to a wider position.
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Nicole GregorySep 4, 2025
Why grain box not emptying evenly on GREAT PLAINS 1300 Drill?
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  Shelby HigginsSep 4, 2025
  If the grain box on your GREAT PLAINS Drill isn't emptying evenly, it may be due to certain models having a different number of seed cups between each bulkhead divider, causing the section with more seed cups to empty faster.
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Steve HutchinsonSep 6, 2025
What to do if openers raise when tractor hydraulic lever is held forward on GREAT PLAINS Drill?
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  pamelarobertsonSep 6, 2025
  If the openers on your GREAT PLAINS Drill raise when the tractor hydraulic lever is held forward and lower when the lever is held back, reverse the hydraulic hoses at the tractor quick couplers.