Operator’s Manual 1510P and 1520P 3-Point Precision Seeding System Manufacturing, Inc. www.greatplainsmfg.com ! Read the operator’s 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! 18326 Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. © Copyright 2010 Printed 05/06/2010 118-732M Rev.
Table of Contents Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Description of Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Intended Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Models Covered in this Manual . . . . . . . . 12 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important Safety Information 1 Important Safety Information Look for Safety Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken. When you see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that follows it.
2 1510P and 1520P Be Familiar with Safety Decals ▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page 7, thoroughly. ▲ Read all instructions noted on the decals. Keep Riders Off Machinery Riders obstruct the operator’s view. Riders could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine. ▲ Never allow children to operate equipment. ▲ Keep all bystanders away from machine dur- ing operation. Shutdown and Storage ▲ Lower drill, put tractor in park, turn off engine, OFF and remove the key.
Important Safety Information 3 Transport Machinery Safely Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph. Some rough terrains require a slower speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset. ▲ Do not exceed 20 mph. Never travel at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping. Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes. ▲ Comply with state and local laws. ▲ Do not tow an implement that, when fully loaded, weighs more than 1.
4 1510P and 1520P Practice Safe Maintenance ▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment. Refer to this manual for additional information. ▲ Work in a clean, dry area. OFF ▲ Lower the drill, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before performing maintenance. ▲ Make sure all moving parts have stopped and all system pressure is relieved. ▲ Allow drill to cool completely.
Important Safety Information 5 Handle Chemicals Properly Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and property. ▲ Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions. ▲ Wear protective clothing. ▲ Handle all chemicals with care. ▲ Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemi- cal fire. ▲ Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by chemical manufacturer.
6 1510P and 1520P Safety At All Times Thoroughly read and understand the instructions in this manual before operation. Read all instructions noted on the safety decals. ▲ Be familiar with all drill functions. ▲ Operate machinery from the driver’s seat only. ▲ Do not leave drill unattended with tractor engine running. ▲ Do not dismount a moving tractor. Dismount- ing a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death. ▲ Do not stand between the tractor and drill dur- ing hitching.
Important Safety Information 7 Safety Decals ▲ When ordering new parts or components, also Your implement comes equipped with all safety decals in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. ▲ To install new decals: request corresponding safety decals. 1. Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed. 2. Peel backing from decal. Press firmly on surface, being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal. ▲ Read and follow decal directions.
8 1510P and 1520P 838-265C Amber Reflectors Reflector on both ends of drill; four reflectors total.
Important Safety Information 9 818-587C General Instructions 18262 818-590C Crushing Hazard 1826 838-102C Falling Hazard 5/6/2010 18262 118-732M
10 1510P and 1520P 818-398C Falling Hazard 1 62 818-751C Tire Pressure 18262 818-229C Amber Reflector Reflector on each optional marker.
Important Safety Information 11 818-682C Crushing Hazard Two decals on first section of each optional marker; four decals total. 18270 838-267C Daytime Reflector Reflector on both ends of drill; two reflectors total. 17769 838-467C Possible Chemical Hazard Decal inside the lid of the small seeds box.
12 1510P and 1520P Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new product owners. This drill has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper setup, maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine. Description of Unit The 1510P and 1520P model drills are 3-point mounted precision seeding systems equipped with either 10 Series or side-depth-control, 20 Series openers.
Introduction 13 Using This Manual This manual will familiarize you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshooting and maintenance. Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation. The information in this manual is current at printing. Some parts may change to assure top performance. Definitions The following terms are used throughout this manual. Singulated Seeds - seeds that are metered individually, such as soybeans, corn, cotton and milo.
14 1510P and 1520P Owner Assistance If you need customer service or repair parts, contact a Great Plains dealer. They have trained personnel, repair parts and equipment specially designed for Great Plains products. Refer to Figure 1 Your machine’s parts were specially designed and should only be replaced with Great Plains parts. Always use the serial and model number when ordering parts from your Great Plains dealer. The serial-number plate is located on the main frame tube on the left end of the drill.
Preparation and Setup 15 Preparation and Setup This section will help you prepare your tractor and drill for use. Before using the drill in the field, you must hitch the drill to a suitable tractor (see “Tractor Requirements,” page 65) and level the drill. Prestart Checklist 1. Read and understand “Important Safety Information,” page 1. 2. Check that all working parts are moving freely, bolts are tight, and cotter pins are spread. 3. Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubricated.
16 1510P and 1520P 4. DO NOT use the link to adjust the depth of opener penetration. Three hitch pins are furnished with each 3-Point Drill. 5. Set your tractor 3-Point draft control in the float position. 6. Raise or lower tractor three-point arms as needed and pin lower arms to drill. 7. Pin upper arm to drill. For category II, III and III-N tractors, install hitch pin in the lower hole. For category IV-N tractors, install hitch pin in the upper hole. 8. Slowly raise drill. Watch for cab interference.
Preparation and Setup 17 Leveling Drill Refer to Figure 2 10 Series Openers Initially adjust drill so bottom of opener tube runs 24 inches above ground when drill is lowered in the field. Refer to Figure 3 To adjust: 1. Loosen jam nut near top clevis of each gauge-wheel turnbuckle. NOTE: Jam nut is left-hand threaded. 2. Make sure upper clevis (2) is in upper mount hole as shown. Figure 2 Initial Operating Height 18279 3. Set turnbuckle length. Turn turnbuckle to shorten or lengthen as necessary.
18 1510P and 1520P 20 Series Openers Refer to Figure 5 Initially adjust drill so bottom of opener tube runs 24 inches above ground when drill is lowered in the field. Refer to Figure 6 To adjust: 1. Loosen jam nut near top clevis of each gauge-wheel turnbuckle. NOTE: Jam nut is left-hand threaded. 2. Make sure upper clevis (2) is in upper mount hole as shown. 3. Set turnbuckle length. Turn turnbuckle to shorten or lengthen as necessary.
Operating Instructions 19 Operating Instructions This section covers general operating procedures. Experience, machine familiarity and the following information will lead to efficient operation and good working habits. Always operate farm machinery with safety in mind. Prestart Checklist Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin. Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before applying pressure. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible.
20 1510P and 1520P Field Operation You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed between the tractor and drill. Do not stand or place any part of your body between drill and moving tractor. Stop tractor engine and set park brake before installing pins. 1. Hitch drill to a suitable tractor or hitch. Refer to “Hitching Tractor to Drill,” page 15 or your hitch operator’s manual. Seed meter wheel Refer to Figure 8 2. Make sure proper seed meter wheels are in place.
Operating Instructions 21 Meter and Sliding Seed Tube Refer to Figure 11 Before operation, make sure you are using the correct seed meter wheel for the seed you are using. Sliding Seed tube Seed meter Spring-loaded idler For information on meter adjustments, refer to “Seeding Rate”, page 30. If your drill has been exposed to the elements for a period of time with seed in the boxes, check to make sure the seed in the seed tubes and meters has not become wet.
22 1510P and 1520P Opener Operation Do not back up with openers in the ground. To do so will cause severe damage and opener plugging. For information on opener adjustments, refer to page 25 or page 27. For more information on troubleshooting opener problems, see “Troubleshooting”, page 47. Marker Operation Optional marker attachments are available from your Great Plains dealer. Before operating markers, make sure hydraulics are properly bled as described under “Marker Adjustments”, page 39.
Operating Instructions 23 Transporting Towing the drill at high speeds or with a vehicle that is not heavy enough could lead to loss of vehicle control. Loss of vehicle control could lead to serious road accidents, injury and death. To reduce the hazard, do not exceed 20 mph. Check that your tractor has enough ballast to handle the weight of the drill. Refer to your tractor operator’s manual for ballast requirements.
24 1510P and 1520P Parking For information on long-term storage, refer to “Storage”, page 60. Empty seed box before unhitching drill to prevent drill from falling backward. NOTE: For parking with drill attached to a hitch, refer to your hitch operator’s manual. 1. Empty seed box. 2. Park drill on a level, solid surface. 3. Lower three-point hitch until drill is on the ground. 4. Extend or retract the top link of the tractor until top three-point pin is free. Remove pin. 5. Remove pins from lower links.
Adjustments 25 Adjustments 10 Series Openers Opener spring Opener Down Pressure Refer to Figure 13 Opener springs provide the down pressure necessary for opener disks to open a seed trench. The springs allow the openers to float down into depressions and up over obstructions. You can adjust down pressure individually for each opener. This is useful for penetrating hard soil and planting in tire tracks. Disk Use enough down pressure to cut the seed trench and maintain proper soil-firming over seed.
26 1510P and 1520P Opener Seeding Depth Refer to Figure 16 A press wheel attached to each opener body controls seeding depth. To maintain consistent depth, the relationship between the bottom of the opener disks and press wheel is fixed upwardly. The press wheels also close the seed trench and gently press soil over seed. To provide consistent soil firming, press wheels are free to move down from normal operating position.
Adjustments 27 20 Series Openers Opener spring Opener Down Pressure Refer to Figure 18 Opener springs provide the down pressure necessary for opener disks to open a seed trench. The springs allow the openers to float down into depressions and up over obstructions. You can adjust down pressure individually for each opener. This is useful for penetrating hard soil and planting in tire tracks. Use enough down pressure to cut the seed trench and maintain proper soil-firming over seed.
28 1510P and 1520P Side Gauge Wheels 20 Series Openers Refer to Figure 21 The side gauge wheels have two, interrelated adjustments: • angle of side gauge wheel, and Opener Disks Side Gauge Wheel Side Gauge Wheel • distance between side gauge wheel and row unit disk. Refer to Figure 22 Adjust side-gauge-wheel angle so the wheels contact the row unit disks between 4 and 8 o’clock at the bottom of wheel.
Adjustments 29 Opener Seeding Depth Refer to Figure 24 Side depth wheels beside the opener disks control opener seeding depth. The position of an adjustable stop determines seeding depth. Disk Side depth wheel Figure 24 20 Series Opener with Meter Refer to Figure 25 18273 Handle Set opener seeding depth by adjusting handles. To adjust, first raise openers slightly, then lift and slide handles on top of openers. Adjust all handles to the same setting.
30 1510P and 1520P NOTE: The factory setting on the press wheel is staggered to achieve optimum residue flow. Hole locations Refer to Figure 27 If you want to adjust press wheels from staggered to even, remove 5/8 inch bolt (1), lock washer (2) and nut (3). Reinstall spacer (4), press wheel (5) and hardware to the other hole location. Frame Height Drill operating height directly affects the working range of the drill openers. Initially adjust frame height as explained under “Leveling Drill”, page 17.
Adjustments 31 Drive Speed Range Sprockets Select the correct drive speed range sprockets for your seed by referring to the Seed Rate Charts beginning on page 96. Driven 3 Refer to Figure 29 Loosen idler (1) and remove chain (2). Remove retaining pins (3) from shafts and install speed range sprockets as necessary. NOTE: Make sure the correct sprockets have been installed in the DRIVER and DRIVEN locations as shown. 2 Reroute chain over sprockets and idlers as shown.
32 1510P and 1520P Shutting Off Seed Flow Refer to Figure 31 Figure 31 shows the sliding seed tubes in the open position. To shut off seed flow, move front tubes backward and back tubes forward. The following instructions explain how to shut off seed flow to each meter. Sliding seed tubes Shut off Shut off Figure 31 Sliding Seed Tubes in open positions Refer to Figure 32 1. Remove the retaining clip and pull pin. Do not remove cotter pin.
Adjustments 33 Cleaning Out Meters NOTE: Shut off sliding seed tubes before attempting to clean out seed meters. Refer to Figure 34 Retaining clip For seed meter clean out: 1. Position tarp or buckets under the opener(s) whose meter(s) you will be cleaning out. 2. Remove retaining clip and pull pin. Clean out door Figure 34 Meter clean out 18261 Refer to Figure 35 3. Pull up on meter clean out door to open. Clean out door Figure 35 Meter clean out door 19190 Refer to Figure 36 4.
34 1510P and 1520P Changing Seed Meter Wheels Refer to Figure 37 Choose the correct seed meter wheel for the type of seed you will be using. Be sure to use the same wheel type on all meters. Sliding seed tubes To change seed meter wheels: 1. Shut off seed flow to meters by moving sliding seed tubes. For more information see page 32. Figure 37 Sliding seed tubes shut off 18298 Refer to Figure 38 2. Clean out meter. For more information see page 33.
Adjustments 35 5. Remove seed meter wheel. NOTE: With the seed meter wheel removed, you may want to check the meter for internal damage or trash. S ba p i n re ck wh m w e ov a r e l in d b g ef or 4. Pull seed meter wheel out about 1⁄4 inch, or past the wheel drive pin, and spin backward to clean out seeds from top pockets. e Refer to Figure 40 Wheel drive pin Refer to Figure 41 Figure 40 Remove seed meter wheel 18295 6.
36 1510P and 1520P Refer to Figure 43 8. Reinstall spring and lock wheel retainer in place. Wheel retainer Refer to Figure 44 Figure 43 Wheel retainer locked in place 19190 Figure 44 Close and pin clean out 19192 Figure 45 Open and pin sliding seed tube 18300 9. Close and pin seed meter clean out. Refer to Figure 45 10. Open sliding seed tubes and pin in place.
Adjustments 37 Checking Volumetric Seeding Rate The seed charts are based on cleaned seed and 9.5L x 15, rib implement tires. Factors including foreign material, seed treatment, seed size, seed weight, field conditions and tire pressure will affect seeding rate. Set and check the seeding rate, then readjust the rate as necessary. Planted Row Spacing (Inches) Number of Rows Tire Revolutions per Acre for 15ft drills 7.
38 1510P and 1520P Checking Singulated Seeding Rate The seed charts are based on cleaned and sized seed. Extreme seed size variations, foreign material and tire pressure will affect the seeding rate. Check the seed population rate as described below. 180 x 1,000 = 180,000 seeds per acre. Example 2: Twin Row If you have a Twin Row 30in- spacing drill, according to the table below, both rows of the twin row must be counted. Measure 87’1” and count the number of seeds in the parallel row.
Adjustments 39 ing the different drive ranges for that seed and a transmission sprocket reference. Marker Adjustments Bleeding Marker Hydraulics To fold properly, the marker hydraulics must be free of air. If the markers fold in jerky, uneven motions, follow these steps. You may be injured if hit by a folding or unfolding marker. Markers may fall quickly and unexpectedly if the hydraulics fail. Never allow anyone near the drill when folding or unfolding the markers.
40 1510P and 1520P Tighten that fitting. Repeat process until all loosened fittings have been bled and tightened. Folding Speed with Needle Valves Refer to Figure 46 A needle valve controls the folding speed of markers that are plumbed separately. The needle valve is near the rod end of the marker cylinder. With tractor idling at a normal operating speed, adjust marker folding to a safe speed. Turn adjustment knob clockwise to reduce folding speed or counterclockwise to increase folding speed.
Adjustments 41 Leveling marker disk Refer to Figure 49 If the marker disk is not square with the ground when the marker is lowered in the field, or if the marker arm tends to fold up while lowered in the field, adjust the marker mount. To adjust, loosen 1⁄2 inch bolts (1) and rotate marker mount (2) until marker disk is square with the ground (3).
42 1510P and 1520P Marker Width Refer to Figure 50 To adjust marker width, loosen jam nuts (1) and 1⁄ inch set screws (2). Move marker disk tube (3) 2 in or out to get the proper dimension. The diagram below shows marker width for 71⁄2 inch, 10-inch and 15-inch opener spacing with all meters open. To measure for marker width adjustment: 1. Lower drill in the field and drive forward a few feet. 2. Measure from the middle of the outside row to the mark in the ground made by the marker disk.
Adjustments 43 Wider row spacing can be achieved by shutting off certain meters. shows which rows to shut off, which to leave on and the marker width to use. Use the table on the right for dimensions A and B. These dimensions are the distances from the outside row centerline to the marker centerline.
44 1510P and 1520P Reversing Marker Disk (Right hand marker only) To make the marker narrow enough for some row spacings, you may need to change the marker disk mount and reverse the marker disk. (See diagram page 43). NOTE: If planting using the production row spacings, as on page 42, the standard marker disk mount will work. Refer to Figure 51 1. Remove the marker disk mount (1) from the marker tube (2) by unbolting two 1⁄2 x 31⁄4 inch bolts (3). 2.
Adjustments 45 Seed-Lok® Lock Up Optional Seed-Lok® firming wheels provide additional seed-to-soil contact. The wheels are spring loaded and do not require adjusting. In some wet and sticky conditions the wheels may accumulate soil. Refer to Figure 54 Locked position. Unlocked position. NOTE: Side gauge wheel and seed meter is removed for clarity. To lock up Seed-Lok® wheels, raise drill. Rotate lock-up handle (1) 90 degrees down on top of opener body, see insert.
46 1510P and 1520P Refer to Figure 56 To adjust the frame tube, loosen four hex nuts (1) on the u-bolts (2) and rotate the frame tube (3). To adjust the tines, loosen four 1⁄2 inch hex nuts (4) on the 1⁄2 inch u-bolts (5) on the support bar (6). Rotate tine tubes (7) so the tines (8) are against the stop bushings (9) and are at the desired angle. Retighten hex nuts on u-bolts.
Troubleshooting 47 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Planting too much Incorrect seed rate or sprocket combination. Check seed rate information beginning on page 97. Wrong seed meter wheel installed. Install correct seed meter wheel. Seed size and weight vary from volumetric chart. Adjust transmission or tire pressure. Actual field size is different. Verify field size. Excessive overlap. Irregular shaped field. Adjust marker, page 39. Incorrect tire size or air pressure.
48 1510P and 1520P Problem Cause Solution Planting too little (cont’d) Not enough talc lubricant Add more talc lubricant, page 21. Build up of seed treatment in meter. Clean out seed meter, page 33. Add more talc lubricant. Seed flow shut off not 100% open and pinned. Check seed flow shut off, page 32. Plugged sliding seed tube. Clean out sliding seed tube. Plugged opener seed tube. Lift up drill, expose bottom of seed tube and clean out. Seed meter wheel damaged. Replace seed meter wheel.
Troubleshooting 49 Problem Cause Solution Uneven seed depth (cont’d) 20 Series Opener side depth wheels are set too deep for soil conditions or coulter depth. Check 20 Series Opener adjustments, page 27. 20 Series Opener press wheel spring force is set too high. Check 20 Series Opener adjustments, page 27. Incorrect spring pressure on openers. Correct spring pressure, page 25 or page 27. Seed-Lok building up with dirt. Lock up Seed-Lok, page 45. Engage Seed-Lok in dry conditions, page 45.
50 1510P and 1520P Problem Cause Solution Press wheels not compacting the soil as desired Too wet or cloddy. Wait until drier weather or rework ground. Coulter set too shallow. Check coulter adjustment in hitch operator’s manual. Drill not running level front-to-back in the field. Readjust top link to level drill. 10 Series Openers - incorrect press wheel depth setting. Check opener adjustment, page 25. Opener spring pressure too high. Reduce opener spring pressure.
Troubleshooting 51 Problem Cause Solution Press wheel or openers plugging Planting conditions too wet. Wait until drier weather. Drill not running level front-to-back in the field. Readjust top link to level drill. Drill frame height incorrect. Adjust drill frame height, page 30. Coulters not set deep enough to cut residue. Check coulter adjustment in hitch operator’s manual. Opener set too deep. Readjust, page 25 or page 27. Opener spring force too high. Readjust, page 25 or page 27.
52 1510P and 1520P Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Proper servicing and maintenance is the key to long implement life. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, downtime and repair. OFF Always turn off and remove the tractor key before making any adjustments or performing any maintenance. You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed under the falling implement.
Maintenance and Lubrication 53 Meter Maintenance Meter Slide Maintenance. For proper seeding operation, seasonally or when changing crops, check meter slide for wear. If you have a noticeable increase in seeding rate you may need to replace the meter slide. Sliding seed tubes Refer to Figure 58 1. If seed box is not empty, shut off sliding seed tubes. Figure 58 Sliding seed tubes shut off 18298 Refer to Figure 59 2. Clean out seed meter. Seed Meter Clean out 19190 Figure 59 Meter clean out 4.
54 1510P and 1520P Refer to Figure 61 6. Check for excess wear on meter slide (1). Slight wear at the top corner is normal. 7. If slide is not excessively worn, stop here. If it is, continue with the following steps to replace. Figure 61 Meter slide location 18269 Refer to Figure 62 8. Remove retaining clip and pin from meter. NOTE: Meter slide is spring loaded and the two meter slide springs will be released when you pull the pin. Use care not to lose pins and springs. 9.
Maintenance and Lubrication 55 Refer to Figure 64 13. Close and pin meter clean out. Figure 64 Close and pin clean out 19192 Figure 65 Open and pin sliding seed tube 18300 Refer to Figure 65 14. Open and pin sliding seed tube. Refer to Figure 66 Chain Tension. The seed meter drive has a spring-loaded idler which requires no adjusting. However, chain stretch may make it necessary to shorten the chain.
56 1510P and 1520P Inner Sliding Seed Tube Replacement Clean inner sliding seed tube if it will not slide. Replace inner sliding seed tube if you see any visible cracks. Outer sliding seed tube Refer to Figure 67 To replace inner sliding seed tube follow these steps: Inner sliding seed tube 1. Make sure seed box is empty. 2. Loosen bottom clamp (1). 3. Pull inner sliding seed tube (2) out of seed meter grommet and pull down out of outer sliding seed tube (3). 4.
Maintenance and Lubrication 57 Drive System Refer to Figure 69 For proper operation and to prevent downtime and repair, keep drive chains properly adjusted and lubricated. Regularly check drive chains for excess slack and wear. Adjust idlers to remove any excess slack from chains. NOTE: Be sure chain is installed with the chain connector link retainer towards the centerline and the clip opening (split end) is facing the opposite way of the chain travel. See figure A page 55.
58 1510P and 1520P Opener Disks 1. On 20 Series openers, remove side gauge wheel arm & wheel assembly by removing 5/8 inch bolt (4) to access opener disks and spreaders. 2. Check disk blades for wear. Refer to Figure 71 3. When reinstalling disk blades, put two shims (4) between bearing and shank on one blade and two shims under bolt. Tighten bolt. On opposite side, reinstall blade with two shims between bearing and shank and two shims under bolt. Tighten bolt. Refer to Figure 72 4.
Maintenance and Lubrication 59 Seed Flap Replacement (s/n 11453C-) Refer to Figure 73 Squeeze tabs together To replace a seed flap use a needle nose or similar tool and squeeze together the tabs. Pull plastic seed flap down out of metal bracket. If replacing with 817-349C: Push new seed flap up through metal bracket until tabs on seed flap snap in place. If replacing with 816-302C: See seed flap replacement instructions below.
60 1510P and 1520P Marker Maintenance Refer to Figure 75 The marker arm is attached to marker body with a 3/8-inch, grade 2, shear bolt. If this shear bolt breaks, replace it with a grade 2 bolt. NOTE: Failure to replace the shear bolt with a grade 2 bolt can cause marker damage. If grease-seal cap for marker-disk-hub bearings is damaged or missing, disassemble and clean hub. Repack with grease and install a new seal or grease cap.
Maintenance and Lubrication 61 Lubrication Multipurpose spray lube Multipurpose grease lube Multipurpose oil lube 50 Intervals at which lubrication is required As Required Drive Chains Type of Lubrication: Chain Lube Quantity = Coat thoroughly 18265 As Required Drive Chains Use care not to spray inside of meter.
62 1510P and 1520P Seasonally Wheel Bearings Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Repack 18268 25 Marker Hinge Points Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Until grease emerges 18276 Seasonally Marker Disk Bearings Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = Repack 118-732M 18275 5/6/2010
Options 63 Options Markers Hydraulic markers are available. The units have a cast hub, tapered roller bearings and a bolt-on blade to leave a mark for you to follow on the next field pass. Each marker requires a hydraulic circuit for operation. A sequence valve is available so markers can be operated on the same hydraulic circuit. For information on how to operate the markers, refer to “Marker Operation”, page 22. For information on transporting the markers, refer to “Transporting with Markers”, page 23.
64 1510P and 1520P DICKEY-john® Monitor The DICKEY-john® Monitor option is a micro-processor based monitoring system. If seed is not going to the ground, the monitor will sound and indicate which meter has stopped planting. The system also provides information for seed spacing, seed population, area, ground speed and the projected area/hr. Harrow Attachment The coil-tine harrow finishes no-till surfaces by leveling and distributing residue for enhanced seed emergence.
Options 65 Microband Kit 19310 The Microband kit is a “positive displacement applicator” and is designed to aid in the placement of insecticide and herbicide with the seed. To order the Microband Kit, contact your Great Plains dealer.
66 1510P and 1520P Separator and Fertilizer Tube Weldment Separator and fertilizer tube weldments are available for the application of liquid starter fertilizer. To order the Separator and Fertilizer Tube Weldments, contact your Great Plains dealer.
Specifications and Capacities 67 Specifications and Capacities 1510P and 1520P Row Spacing, Inches 7 1/2 10 15 24 18 12 Weight with 10 Series Openers, Pounds 3870 3330 2790 Weight with 20 Series Openers, Pounds 5050 4220 3380 Rows Per Drill Marker weight, Pounds 480 Transport Width 15 foot 11 inches Height without markers 6 foot 0 3/4 inch Height with markers 6 foot 9 1/4 inches Seedbox Capacity 2.4 bushel/foot; 36 total bushels Gauge Wheel Tires 9.
68 1510P and 1520P Veris Drive Operating Instructions 22710 22712 118-732M 22711 5/6/2010
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 69 Important Safety Information Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin. Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before applying pressure. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible. Use paper or cardboard, not body parts, and wear heavy gloves to check for suspected leaks. If injured, seek medical assistance from a doctor that is familiar with this type of injury.
70 1510P and 1520P Operating Instructions Drive Operational Requirements: Closed center, pressure compensated or load sensed systems only Hydraulic System: Drive will not operate on open-centered hydraulic systems Minimum Hydraulic Pressure: 2250 psi Maximum Hydraulic Pressure: 3000 psi Maximum Required Flow: 15 - 24’ 8.5 gpm 30’ 10.75 gpm Electrical System: Voltage: 12 volt DC Amperage: 4 amperes Tractor Hookup Hydraulics: 1. Connect pressure hose (P) to retraction outlet. 2.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 71 Connect to Console Connect to Power Port Connect to Power Wire from Implement 22713 Figure 1 a. Connect to battery. Make sure that the eyelets are properly connected (red to positive, black to negative). Connect female socket to power port adapter. 22714 Figure 2 b. 5/6/2010 Connect to 12V Power Box (PN 823-202C). Connect red wire to 5 amp post and black wire to center (ground) post.
72 1510P and 1520P 23251 118-732M Controller Menu 5/6/2010
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 73 On/VR key: turns drive system on. Press twice for VR mode. NOTE: Engage key must also be pressed to start drive operation. Off key: used to shut off Console. Function key: used in calibration mode and to program Console for VR recipes. Up/Down arrow keys: used to change rates manually, to set calibration numbers, and VR controller options. Engage key: press to start drive. NOTE: drive will not run unless light above key is illuminated. Figure 3.
74 1510P and 1520P Press Function key until Calibration Number window appears. See Figure 2. Select drive calibration number based on row spacing and metering wheel, from chart on page 81. Use Up/Down arrow keys to set Calibration number. Press Function key until the Calibration window appears as shown in Figure 3. Figure 2. Example of volumetric calibration number. Enter new calibration number using Up/Down arrow keys. Press Function key to advance to Calibration Mode. Figure 3. Calibration window.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 75 Figure 7. Enter your planned planting speed using Up/Down arrow keys. Calibration mode will not accept a speed higher than 10 mph. Press Function key to advance to next window. Figure 8. Enter the amount of seed you want to measure. For volumetric measuring, this should be at least 1/4 of a lb. For singulated metering, at least 100 seeds should be selected. Press Function key to advance to next window. Figure 9.
76 1510P and 1520P Set the three position toggle switch on the Electric Clutch control box to the “CAL” position. This overrides the cam switch located on the rockshaft allowing the drives to operate while the drill is in the up position. Figure 12. Only after you have verified the drive area is clear, press the up arrow key to initiate calibration mode. If drive area isn’t clear, press down arrow key to exit calibration mode. Figure 13.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 77 Figure 17. A New calibration number is suggested, along with the Old calibration number. Press Function key to advance to window shown in Figure 18. Figure 18. If you wish to keep the Old number, perhaps to re-run the calibration procedure, press the Down arrow key. If you want to accept the New calibration number, press the Up arrow key. Figure 19. Console window now displays the calibration number you have selected.
78 1510P and 1520P Calibration - Speed In order for the Controller to meter the proper amount of material, it must have an accurate field speed input. Speed may be supplied by radar or by wheel pickup sensor. For the Controller to convert the pulses that it is receiving from the speed input into accurate speed, it must be calibrated. To calibrate the Controller for speed, press the Function key until the screen appears, as shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. Speed calibration screen. Figure 2.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 79 Figure 3 and 4. Figure 5 and 6. If this is the first time the unit has been calibrated, this error can be large. Accept the new speed calibration and re-run the course. Re-calibrate until the error is within 5%. The cab console will give you the option each time you calibrate of accepting the new settings, or keeping the previous settings as shown in Figure 7. Figure 7.
80 1510P and 1520P Operations Before going to the field: 1. Once calibration procedure above has been followed, Console will store the calibration and rate information until new information has been entered. 2. Turn on Console by pressing On/VR key. Pressing the On/VR key twice will put the unit in VR (Variable Rate) mode. Leave Console in manual mode. See Figure 3. NOTE: For units with PN 21567 skip step 3. 3.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 81 1. Engage the hydraulic flow by pushing FORWARD on the tractor remote hydraulic lever. The remote lever must be LOCKED OPEN in this position to provide constant flow to the drive motor. • John Deere tractors with Sound-Gard ®body: Use lever lock clip to lock lever forward. See your tractor dealer for lock purchase and installation. • John Deere 7000 Series tractors: Rotate valve detent selector to motor position to lock lever in forward position.
82 1510P and 1520P Calibration Table Crop Row Spacing Number of Cells Minimum Rate Maximum Rate Calibration # Corn 15” 28 14883 40374 2340 Corn 20” 28 14883 40374 * 1773 Corn 30” 42 13780 37382 * 1773 Cotton 7.5” 120 127567 346063 20058 Cotton 10” 120 127567 346063 15197 Cotton 15” 120 127567 346063 * 10029 Cotton 20” 120 63783 173032 * 7599 Cotton 30” 120 63783 173032 * 5014 Milo 7.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 83 Calibration Table Crop Row Spacing Meter Meter Part Number Minimum Rate Maximum Rate Calibration # Wheat HRW 7.5” Narrow 403-060D 36.1 184.6 5.68** Wheat HRW 10” Narrow 403-060D 36.1 184.6 4.30 Wheat HRW 15” Narrow 403-060D 36.1 184.6 2.84 Wheat HRW 7.5” Wide 403-085D 82.9 224.9 13.03 Wheat HRW 10” Wide 403-085D 82.9 224.9 9.88 Wheat HRW 15” Wide 403-085D 82.9 224.9 6.52 Wheat SRW 7.5” Wide 403-085D 67 182 11.
84 1510P and 1520P Calibration Table (Cont) Crop Row Spacing Meter Meter Part Number Minimum Rate Maximum Rate Calibration # Oats 7.5” PSS Vol #3 403-094D 55.8 148.3 8.77 Oats 10” PSS Vol #3 403-094D 55.8 148.3 6.65 Oats 15” PSS Vol #3 403-094D 55.8 148.3 4.39 Rye 7.5” Wheat Narrow 403-060D 29.8 155.7 4.69 Rye 10” Wheat Narrow 403-060D 29.8 155.7 3.55 Rye 15” Wheat Narrow 403-060D 29.8 155.7 2.34 Rye 7.5” Wheat Wide 403-085D 65.9 178.8 10.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 85 Varying Rates with Pre-set Function The Great Plains Precision Population Controller allows you to pre-set three different rates, and then change rates onthe-go by toggling from one rate to another rate with the Up or Down arrow keys. To enter the three pre-set rates, press Function key until Pre-set Menu screen appears. See Figure 1. Use Up/Down arrow keys to toggle from manual mode to pre-set mode. Figure 1.
86 1510P and 1520P GPS - Based Seeding Settings for FarmWorks SiteMate used with Great Plains Precision Population Controllers - QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE (Create a .shp recipe file in FarmWorks Site Pro, SMS 2.0, SSToolbox, or other software that will create a .shp file, and transfer it to SiteMate.) SiteMate Settings: (version 8.12) 1. Select CONFIGURE tab. Select SETTINGS. Select VARIABLE RATE SETUP. Select NEW. Type in GP PPC. Under CONTROLLER TYPE, select Rawson from the scroll-down list.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 87 Settings for Great Plains Precision Population Controllers: 1. Connect SiteMate computer to Console using 9-pin serial cable as shown in Figure 1 on page 86. 2. Follow instructions to set Calibration Number based on row spacing and metering wheel. 3. Press Function key and go to Rawson mode. Press Function key until the Nominal Rate appears on the display. Using the Up/Down arrow keys, set the Nominal Rate to the same number as you set the PF3000.
88 1510P and 1520P 1. Population Monitor rate does not match GP Controller Console • Make certain that SiteMate and GP Controller Console agree. If not, see Troubleshooting Step 4 above. • Re-check GP calibration number with metering wheel and row spacing. • Re-check planter monitor settings: calibration number, row spacing, number of rows, swath width, seed, etc.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 89 Settings for Ag Leader PF3000 Monitors used with Great Plains Precision Population Controllers - QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE (Create a .tgt recipe file in SMS 2.0 or FarmWorks Site Pro, or other software that will create a .tgt file, and copy it to an SRAM or Flash card that is compatible with the PF 3000.) PF3000 Settings: 1. Press SETUP key. Press SWATH key. Set swath to that of your Great Plains Precision Seeding System. 2. Press SETUP key. Press VEHICLE key.
90 1510P and 1520P 1. To change rates manually when in VR mode, simply touch the Up/Down arrow keys. This will change the Controller to the rate you select manually. To return to VR, simply touch the On/VR key to toggle back to VR mode. Troubleshooting GPS-Based Seeding with PF3000 1. No Target Rate appears on the PF3000 • Has field been selected? Select target file (see PF3000 settings, Step 4). • Check recipe to verify that it is valid.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 91 a. Re-set pop-out indicator if necessary. It is a good idea to keep a filter element on hand, and we recommend changing at a minimum on an annual basis. Element 1. Between planting seasons, store cab console inside a relatively stable and dry environment. 2. Avoid direct spray from high pressure washers on the motor encoder and the external controller box. These units are sealed from normal moisture, but high pressure could inject water into the housing. 3.
92 1510P and 1520P 3. Test Relay inside external controller a. Use Relay Output Tester (PN 27860) to test relay inside external controller. Install tester to weather-pak solenoid connector from external controller. With tractor engine off, start drive calibration function. Auditory alarm should buzz for 1.5 seconds when drive is engaged in calibration mode. If alarm does not sound, relay or external controller may need to be replaced. Call Service Department. 4. Check hydraulics: a. b. c. d.
Veris Drive Operating Instructions 93 7. Indicated speed fluctuating erratically: a. Use speed simulator to troubleshoot speed loop. Leave tractor stationary and drive hydraulics do not need to be engaged. If steady speed between 4-10 mph appears on cab console using speed simulator, troubleshoot radar, wheel pickup sensor, hall effect module. If steady speed does not appear with speed simulator, external controller may need replacement. Call Service Department. b. Check radar gun angle. c.
94 1510P and 1520P Calibration Troubleshooting: 13. If the time to run for calibration is less than 4 seconds, the cab console will display TIME TOO LOW. Pressing the FUNCTION key will bring up the ENTER TARGET AMOUNT screen. The target should be raised to increase the calibration time. If the time is greater than 255 seconds, the cab console will display TIME TOO HIGH. Pressing the FUNCTION key will bring up the ENTER TARGET AMOUNT screen. The target should be lowered to decrease the calibration time.
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Seed Rate Charts 97 Seed Rate Charts Sprockets Driven 3 Drive Speed Range Sprockets Select the correct drive speed range sprockets for your seed by referring to the Seed Rate Charts beginning on the next page. 2 Refer to Figure 76 Loosen idler (1) and remove chain (2). Remove retaining pins (3) from shafts and install speed range sprockets as necessary. NOTE: Make sure the correct sprockets have been installed in the DRIVER and DRIVEN locations as shown.
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Seed Rate Charts 125 Small Seeds Attachment To set and calibrate the seeding rate on the optional small seeds attachment, follow these steps. Set the seed-rate handle on the small seeds attachment as indicated by the Small Seeds Rate Chart, this page. Checking Volumetric Seeding Rate The seed charts are based on cleaned seed and 11L x 15, rib implement tires. Factors including foreign material, seed treatment, seed size, seed weight, field conditions and tire pressure will affect seeding rate.
126 1510P and 1520P 10 .2 15 .9 20 1.5 25 2.2 30 2.7 35 3.3 40 3.7 45 4.2 50 4.6 55 5.1 60 5.5 65 5.9 70 6.3 75 6.7 80 7.0 85 7.4 90 7.7 95 8.1 100 8.4 0 .1 .7 1.1 1.6 2.0 2.4 2.7 3.1 3.4 3.7 4.0 4.3 4.6 4.9 5.2 5.4 5.7 5.9 6.2 7.5" 0 .9 1.6 2.6 3.9 4.9 6.1 7.4 8.6 9.8 11.1 12.5 13.7 14.9 16.3 17.6 18.8 20.4 21.9 23.5 10" 0 .6 1.5 1.9 2.5 3.6 4.5 5.4 6.3 7.2 8.1 9.1 10.0 10.9 12.0 12.9 13.8 14.9 16.1 17.2 7.5" 0 .5 .9 1.4 2.1 2.6 3.
Appendix 127 Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Size (Inches) Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Bolt Size (Metric) 5.8 8.8 Class 5.8 10.9 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 in-tpi1 N · m2 ft-lb3 N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb mm x pitch 4 N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb N·m ft-lb 1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.8 4 3 6 5 9 7 1/4" - 28 8.5 6 13 10 18 14 M6X1 7 5 11 8 15 11 5/16 - 18 15 11 24 17 33 25 M 8 X 1.
128 1510P and 1520P Tire Inflation Chart Tire Size Inflation PSI Tire Size Inflation PSI 7.50 x 20" 4-Ply Drill Rib 28 11L x 15" 6-Ply Rib Implement 28 9.0 x 22.5 10-Ply Highway Service 70 70 11L x 15” 8-Ply Rib Implement 36 9.0 x 24" 8-Ply Rib Implement 40 11L x 15" 12-Ply Rib Implement 52 9.5L x 15" 6-Ply Rib Implement 32 12.5L x 15" 8-Ply Rib Implement 36 9.5L x 15" 8-Ply Rib Implement 44 12.5L x 15" 10-Ply Rib Implement 44 9.5L x 15" 12-Ply Rib Implement 60 16.5L x 16.
Appendix 129 Warranty Great Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated warrants to the original purchaser that this seeding equipment will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase when used as intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use; 90 days for commercial or rental purposes.
130 1510P and 1520P Index A Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25–46 C Charts seed rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 tire inflation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 torque values . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 D Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Dickey-john monitor . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Drive maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 See Sprocket adjustment G Gauge-wheel tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 tire inflation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
131 Index Seed monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Seed wheel pockets definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Seeding rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 checking singulated seeds . . 38 checking volumetric seeds . . 37 Seeding rate charts. . . . . . . . . . . 67 Seed-Lok® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 lock up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Sequence valve See Marker, sequence valve Serial-number plate . . . . . . . . . . 14 Setup . .
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