Maintenance
January 2019 6-15
Opener Maintenance - Continued
Shank Replacement
In the event a shank needs replacing, use the following
procedure.
• Relieve all pressure from the opener circuit by
placing the tractor remote in “oat” position.
• Shut tractor engine off and ensure park brake is
engaged before proceeding.
• Place “Openers” ball valve into locked position to
prevent accidental oil ow to openers.
• Once the pressure is off of the opener circuit, remove
retaining bolts from shank holder. See diagram on
page 6-10.
• Remove shank from shank holder.
• Remove opener from shank.
• Reverse above procedure to reassemble.
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Warning: Crushing Hazard
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Stand Clear - openers move rapidly under hydraulic
pressure.
• Before servicing hydraulics - Lower openers to ground
and relieve pressure from hydraulic system.
• Shut tractor off and remove key before servicing or
adjusting depth.
• Place “Openers” valve in locked position before adjusting
depth or servicing.