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GREAT PLAINS 2N-2410 User Manual

GREAT PLAINS 2N-2410
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© Copyright 1999 Printed 2018-08-02 196-126M
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Operator Manual
2N-2410 and 2N-3010
Folding No-Till Drill
Read the operator manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the
subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without
exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit or
may depict similar models where a topic is identical.
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GREAT PLAINS 2N-2410 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGREAT PLAINS
Model2N-2410
CategoryFarm Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Information

Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words

Explains safety symbols, signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION), and their meanings.

Emergency Preparedness and Decals

Advice on emergency preparedness and familiarization with safety decals.

Protective Equipment and Chemical Handling

Guidelines on wearing protective gear and handling chemicals safely.

High Pressure Fluid Safety

Warnings about high-pressure hydraulic fluids and safe handling practices.

Towing and Storage Safety

Safety advice for towing, riding, lights, and storage.

Tire Safety and Maintenance

Procedures for safe tire handling and maintenance.

General Operational Safety

Key safety practices to follow at all times during operation.

Safety Decals and Reflectors

Information on various safety decals and reflectors, including SMV.

Red and Daytime Reflectors

Details placement of red and daytime reflectors.

Amber Reflectors

Details placement of amber reflectors.

Specific Hazard Warnings

Warnings for chemical, pinching/crushing, and transport lock hazards.

Speed and Tongue Weight Warnings

Warnings about transport speed and tongue weight.

Drill Lowering and Tire Cautions

Cautions regarding lowering the drill and using tires as steps.

Tire Pressure and Torque Cautions

Cautions related to tire inflation and wheel bolt torque.

Petroleum Product Notice

Notice regarding the use of petroleum products on specific components.

INTRODUCTION

Unit Description and Usage

Describes the drill unit and its intended applications.

Models Covered and Document Family

Lists applicable models and related documentation.

Using This Manual and Definitions

Guidance on manual usage and definitions of terms.

Owner and Further Assistance

Information on obtaining assistance and support.

Drill Preparation and Setup

Pre-start Checklist

Essential checks before operating the drill.

Hitch Height Adjustment

Procedure to adjust drill hitch for tractor drawbar height.

Installing Control Consoles

Guide for mounting and connecting the control console.

Bleeding Hydraulic Systems

Steps to remove air from hydraulic systems.

Field-Lift Hydraulics Bleeding

Specific bleeding procedure for field-lift cylinders.

Transport-Lock Hydraulics Bleeding

Specific bleeding procedure for transport-lock cylinders.

Raise-To-Fold Hydraulics Bleeding

Procedure for bleeding raise-to-fold hydraulics.

Fold Hydraulics Bleeding

Procedure for bleeding fold hydraulics.

Marker Hydraulics Bleeding

Procedure for bleeding marker hydraulics.

Frame Leveling Adjustment

Ensuring the drill frame is level for consistent depth.

Aligning Drill Boxes

Adjusting pull cables for proper drill box alignment.

Operating Instructions

Operating Pre-start Checklist

Final checks before field operations.

Tractor Requirements

Minimum tractor size and weight for safe operation.

Hydraulic and Safety Light Requirements

Tractor requirements for hydraulics and safety lights.

Hitching Tractor to Drill

Step-by-step guide for connecting the drill to the tractor.

Operating the Control Console

Functions and operation of the in-cab control console.

Electric Clutch and Shaft Monitor Operation

Operating electric clutches and shaft monitors.

Folding and Unfolding the Drill

Procedures for safely folding and unfolding the drill.

Harrow Attachment and Drill Unfolding

Folding harrow and unfolding drill procedures.

Lifting Drill and Field Operations

Lifting drill and general field operation guidance.

Opener and Marker Operation

Guidance on opener function and marker operation.

Acremeter Operation

How to use the acremeter for measuring planted area.

Transporting and Parking the Drill

Safety precautions for transporting and parking.

Adjustments

No-Till Seeding Adjustments

Overview of coulter, opener, and press wheel adjustments.

Coulter Adjustments

Baseline settings and adjustments for coulters.

Hydraulic Depth Control Adjustment

Adjusting coulter depth using the hydraulic valve.

Electric Clutch Switch Adjustment

Adjusting the switch that controls electric clutches.

Pull Cable and Weight Adjustments

Adjusting pull cables and information on weight brackets.

Coulter Spring and Weight Charts

Adjusting coulter springs and weight charts for 30-ft drills.

Individual Coulter Height Adjustment

Adjusting individual coulter height for desired depth.

Opener Down-Pressure & Press Wheel Adjustment

Adjusting opener down-pressure and press wheel height.

Setting the Seeding Rate

Comprehensive guide to calibrating the seeding rate.

Seed-Rate Handle & Seed-Cup Door Settings

Adjusting seed-rate handle and setting seed-cup doors.

Seeding Rate Check and Small Seeds Setup

Verifying seeding rate and setting up small seeds attachment.

Gauge-Wheel Drive, Disk Scraper, Leveling Adjustments

Adjustments for gauge-wheel drive, disk scrapers, and frame leveling.

Troubleshooting

Seed Spacing, Stand, and Opener Issues

Solutions for uneven spacing, stands, and openers not turning.

Seeding Rate and Cracking Problems

Troubleshooting for incorrect seeding rates and seed cracking.

Acremeter and Depth Issues

Solutions for acremeter inaccuracy and uneven seeding depth.

Compaction and Box Emptying Issues

Troubleshooting for compaction and grain box emptying problems.

Plugging, Rough Movement, and Sprocket Issues

Solutions for plugging, rough drill movement, and sprocket problems.

Coulter Depth and Marker Functionality

Addressing coulter depth issues and hydraulic marker problems.

General Maintenance

General Maintenance Overview

Importance of servicing and systematic inspection for implement longevity.

Safety Warnings during Maintenance

Critical safety warnings (chemical, crushing, fluid) for maintenance tasks.

Cylinder Lock Channels and Storage

Instructions for cylinder lock channels and drill storage.

Lubrication

Gauge-Wheel-Arm Pivot Lubrication

Lubrication points for gauge wheel arm pivot castings.

Transport-Axle Assembly Lubrication

Lubrication for transport axle assembly bearings.

Clutch Lubrication

Lubrication instructions for clutches.

Coulter-Arm Pivot and Hub Bearing Lubrication

Lubrication for coulter arm pivots and hub bearings.

Wheel Bearings and Sprocket Lubrication

Repacking wheel bearings and lubricating seed-cup sprockets.

Chain Lubrication

Lubrication for drive-train and gauge-wheel chains.

Marker Hinge and Disc Bearing Lubrication

Lubrication for marker hinges and disc bearings.

Speed-Change Box Maintenance

Maintenance and lubrication for the speed-change gearbox.

Options

Coulter Tines and Weight Brackets Option

Optional coulter tines and weight brackets.

Shaft Monitors Option

Details the optional 2-channel shaft monitor system.

Markers and Small Seeds Attachment Option

Optional hydraulic markers and small seeds attachment.

Harrow Attachment, Rear Mount Boom, Seed Agitator Option

Options for harrow, rear boom, and seed box agitator.

Seed-Lok Firming Wheels Option

Optional spring-loaded Seed-Lok firming wheels.

Seed-Cup Plugs Option

Seed-cup plugs for blocking rows.

Specifications and Capacities

General Drill Specifications

Transport width, working width, box length, tire sizes, and box capacity.

Negative Tongue Weight

Negative tongue weight specifications for the drill.

Drill Weight Specifications

Table listing drill weights by row number and configuration.

Tire Warranty Information

Information regarding tire warranty.

Appendix

Electric Clutch Console & Wire Harness

Diagram and connection guide for the electric clutch system.

Torque Values and Tire Inflation

Torque Values Chart for Bolts

Table of torque specifications for common bolt sizes.

Tire Inflation Chart

Table listing recommended tire inflation pressures.

Warranty Information

Product Warranty Details

Outlines the terms and conditions of the product warranty.

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