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1. ners Piston Pump per Pump Type NGP 7050 Series Hectare Data 4 2 2 37 Pref lt user specified gt 5 27 47 reterence 6 3 2 56 Application S SE 7 38 65 Rate lt user specified gt 8 4 3 75 Drive Ground Drive e 49 Se System Loaded Radius 17 55in 44 58cm 11 6 0 103 Swath Width 390 in 990 6 cm 12 6 5 2 1 112 Drive Driven 13 7 0 2 2 122 Required 25 Required 15 14 7 6 2 4 131 Optional 15 or 47 Optional 15 15 8 1 2 6 140 Optional __ Optional __ 16 8 7 2 8 150 Optional __ Optional __ IS S 29 ta Sprocket Ratio Driving 15T 1 672 18 9 7 3 1 168 for slide chart Driving 47T b 19 33 178 for slide chart riving 5 22 20 3 5 187 Ground Speed 5 mph 8 kph ea a0 196 a For easier scale readings but same net ratio use 22 3 8 206 Loaded Radius 20 SE 23 4 0 215 5 eet Bale la p a For easier scale readings but same net ratio use 24 4 1 224 Loaded Radius 10 25 4 3 234 Sprocket Ratio 3 0 26 45 243 Cc Gaons per Sek f ee eeh of SE between 2 mph 27 47 253 and 9 mph 3 ph See advisory below 28 4 8 262 29 5 0 271 NOTICE 30 5 2 281 Equipment Damage Risk 31 5 4 290 Ground Drive Plant at or below 9 mph 14 4 kph with the 32 5 5 299 47T Driving sprocket installed The pump is rated for 450 rpm 33 5 7 309 maximum which is exceeded at and above 9 mph 14 4 kph 34 5 9 318 35 6 0 327 36 6 2 337 37 6 4 346 38 6 6 355 39 6 7 3
2. Figure 44 Anhydrous Coulter Castering Anhydrous Coulter Blade Wear Blade wear is normal and the rate of wear varies with field conditions and operating depth Consider replacing the blade when the initial diameter has been reduced by 1 to 2 inches Note Although a nominal 22 inches in diameter blades are lightly larger 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 80 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NH Sealer Adjustments The standard NP3000A spider sealers have three pes adjustments You may need to alter these from factory LK settings based on soil conditions crop residue and application speed Refer to Figure 45 1 Down pressure T handles set the arm spring tension The adjustment plates have 3 settings 2 Spacing The arm weldments have 8 bolt holes allowing 2 setback positions and 2 spacing positions d Ge vn Wig d 3 Angle The sealer mount plates have 4 holes y K 2 in line and 2 extra holes slightly offset j providing an angle adjustment These adjustments are most easily made with the applicator raised The down pressure adjustment may be made with rows in the ground with some extra effort CAUTION b x G Chemical Hazard Adjust sealers with rows dry Make adjustments before charging the metering system with anhydrous ammonia or after thoroughly discharging the system With the tines out of
3. To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage from Improper Tire Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts e Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 60 psi e Torque wheel bolts to 85 lb ft Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 90 psi Torque wheel bolts to 170 lb ft 38 259C 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 130 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Fertilizer Drive Chains Option bd As Required 3 chains Type of Lubrication Chain Lube Quantity Coat thoroughly Note Lubricate chains any time there is a chance of moisture and when being stored at the end of the planting season Gauge Wheel Hubs bd Seasonal 1 zerk each hub 2 hubs per implement 2 zerks total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until resistance is felt Caster Stabilizers hq Seasonal One UHMW brake piston each caster 2 total See page 125 for inspection and adjustment 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index 131 Uj Options The base Nutri Pro NP3000 and NP3000A is 2 point lift assist tool bar with a choice of front frame tanks or NO tanks 0 eeeeeeseeeeeeeteeeeeees 131 coulters single or triple row without nozzles 133 D
4. Figure 101 Install Side Dress Divider Port Install Side Dress Tubing b Avoid tight bends and kinks if wrapping around the tool bar Make coils nearly circular 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 172 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Shift 2 Point Hitch Refer to Figure 103 The front tool bar of the forward sub frame has stop keys for the standard pre emergence hitch position and for the side dress hitch position 27 Loosen or remove the nuts at all four hitch U bolts 28 Move each hitch 3 to align the left edge of the bolt plate with the left stop keys on the frame 29 Tighten nuts to 34 10 Grade 5 torque specification Re Space Caster Pivots Caster Angle Adjustment s n C1017A For s n C1016A see page 173 Refer to Figure 104 and Figure 105 Your operations may require that the lift assist tires be in row on 90 inch centers or out of row on 120 inch Post emergence side dress for example requires out of row placement The forward caster parallel arm weldments may be pivoted and pinned for either spacing 90 Inch In Row Spacing With the caster pins the through leading outside holes of the lift assist frame and through the outside tubes of the forward caster pivot weldment the caster arms are in straight trail and provide a 90 inch 2 29 m wheel spacing The wheels are directly behi
5. 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 16 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc To prevent injury or death Read and understand Operator s Manual before using Lower implement stop tractor engine set park brake and remove ignition key before servicing adjusting repairing or unplugging Do not allow riders Keep others away during operation Safely support and secure implement before repairs are made s18 719c 818 719C Caution Read Operator s Manual On front face of front tool bar right of center 1 total To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage from Improper Tire Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts e Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 60 psi Torque wheel bolts to 85 lb ft 838 092C Caution Tire Pressure and Bolt Torque Each lift assist tire rim 2 total To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage Transport lock s must be engaged e During transport When maintenance is being performed 838 380C 838 380C Caution Transport Locks On rear face of caster weldments above red reflectors 2 total See Important Safety Information on page 1 Als D To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage from Improper Tire S Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts e Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 90 psi e Torque wheel bolts to 120 Ib ft 838 595C Caution Tire Pressure and Bolt Torque ab
6. Part Number NOZZLE HI VERIFLOW1 GRN YEL 829 143C NOZZLE VERIFLOW1 BLU 829 144C Description Order one 829 143C per full rate row Order one 829 144C per half rate double pass row See Tramlines and Doubled Rows on page 92 SprayTarget recommends a 50 mesh strainer screen available from Great Plains as part LST 1550 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Options 137 Pumps Pumps are not standard One pump may be installed prior to delivery if ordered as an option If a second pump is desired order the bundle part number Part Bundle 22 407 604A Original Pump Package Option LIQUID FERT GROUND DRIVE PUMP FERT VAR HYD DRIVE WITH TANK 23 407 633A FERT VAR HYD DRIVE NO TANK 24 407 644A Ground Drive Pump Ground drive pump bundle 22 407 604A includes a ground drive assembly CDS John Blue NGP 7055K piston pump plumbing for on board tanks tanks ordered separately relief valve pressure gauge and passive manifold for a three section boom boom ordered separately Hydraulic Drive Pumps Hydraulic drive pump bundle 23 407 633A and 24 407 644A include hydraulic hoses from the hitch Ace 150F HYD 206 hydraulic motor fittings and impeller pump plumbing for on board tanks tanks ordered separately three section solenoid valves pressure sen
7. Figure 106 Side Dress Caster Spacing 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 174 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Reverting to Pre Emergence For converting to pre emergence continue at page 164 Resources required e s n C1016 Stands or blocks support the rear frame e s n C1016 Hoist or lift for supporting casters during shift e all purpose grease and grease gun e basic hand tools e One shut off cap or plug Conventional liquid fertilizer 832 042C NOZZLE SHUT OFF CAP W GASKET Anhydrous 44 830 407C PL 1 4 MNPT STAINLESS Figure 107 Side Dress Removed Prepare Implement 13 Move implement to a level clear surface with 1 Revert Liquid to Pre Emergence Disconnect the drop line from the boom and the side adequate illumination dress coulter Cap the boom clamp 14 Raise implement 2 Disconnect the grease line at the grease bank S Remove the zerk from the plate to prevent dirt 19 E EES build up re attach zerk to line Coil up the grease 16 Fully extend wing gauge wheels line at the coulter 17 Install parking stands 3 Dismount side dress coulter If a quick attach type 18 Place stands or blocks under the rear frame leave the mount plate installed Frame extension 19 Retract the lift ist cylind to lift th ter ti dee Retract the lift assist cylinders to lift the caster tires i y 4 Re install rear coulters if removed Re
8. Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Dimensions Field 115 Le Tanks Tankless Transport Folded Raised Standard Side Dress 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 145 Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Bolt se O E2 see G Kos Vi Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Class 5 8 Class 8 8 Class 10 9 in tpi N m ft ibf N m ft lb N m ft lb mm x pitch N m ft lb N m ft lb N m ft lb 14 20 16 12 M5 X 0 8 9 7 14 28 18 14 M6X1 15 11 346 18 33 25 M 8 X 1 25 36 27 5 6 24 37 27 M8X1 39 29 3 16 59 44 M10 X 1 5 72 53 3 24 67 49 M10 X 0 75 85 62 746 14 95 70 M12 X 1 75 125 93 746 20 105 78 M12 X 1 5 130 97 12 13 145 105 M12X1 145 105 1 20 165 120 M14X2 200 150 6 12 210 155 M14 X 1 5 215 160 6 18 235 170 M16 X 2 315 230 5 11 285 210 M16 X 1 5 335 245 5 18 325 240 M18 X 2 5 405 300 34 10 510 375 M18 X 1 5 485 355 34 16 570 420 M20 X 2 5 610 450 T
9. 137 820 180C blade uu eee 134 891 203C valve ou eececeseeeeeeeeees 114 407 607A tankless eeeeeeeeeee 131 820 521C blade ou eee 133 990 259R tubing 115 116 171 407 608A tanks cecceeceeeeeeeeees 131 823 207C meter seeen 156 990 261R tubing eeeeeeeeeee 116 407 609A side dress ooannnnnnnnnn 140 823 2080C valve eeren 156 997176 decal essossssnnnnnnnrsnesssnnnnnne 15 407 613M manual ee eeeeeeeeee 18 823 211C console 138 154 155 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 182 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index Table of Contents Index 184 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA
10. 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 38 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NP3000A Emergency Shut Off Rope This part of hitching requires operating the emergency shut off valve If the applicator was correctly shut down and discharged after last use there is no anhydrous ammonia liquid in the system and only small amounts of vapor at low pressure If the applicator was improperly shut down checking the emergency valve could be hazardous Wear your NH PPE Be up wind of any possible release Possible Chemical Hazard points Residual NH possibly in dangerous quantities may be present in the applicator systems from the inlet Acme cap to the On Off solenoid valve not shown Unprotected exposure could result in permanent lung eye injury or death Refer to Figure 9 At each cooler inlet emergency shut off valve A18 ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Check System Discharged 1 Check that both halves of the breakaway coupler are fully mated If they are not STOP Treat this as a breakaway event see page 65 Refer to Figure 10 About Bleed Valves The purpose of a bleed valve is to perform a controlled release via an orifice of any fluid or gas trapped in the closed line prior to operating other valves or uncapping at a nearby Acme fitting If the line is discharged opening the valve may have no result or may release a sma
11. 4 Set the lift fold circuit to Neutral to hold at lift 5 Remove spacers page 43 Install lift assist transport locks page 50 6 Deploy parking stands if the implement is to be l Figure 24 2P ked at the fol spot g parken ar nae Resetting Wing Locks 7 Lower the lift assist circuit which causes unfolding just until the wings are level Set the fold circuit to Neutral Refer to Figure 24 and Figure 25 8 Swing the wing locks up and out of their engaged positions and into their reset positions 9 To secure wing locks during transport lower down into transport lock holder and slide pin through holder and wing lock handles Secure with cotter pin 10 Raise lift assist circuit once more which causes the wings to fully fold When they have folded the lift assist raises cylinders to raise the implement rear For parking storage service lower the implement onto parking stands For transport the lift assist circuit may be left in Neutral fully raised or lowered onto the lock channels and set to Float or Neutral For parking 11 Lower the lift circuit just until the cylinders rest on the lock channels If the wings begin to unfold reverse Figure 25 2P the circuit briefly Securing Wing Locks 12 Lower the 2 point hitch 13 Set the lift fold and 2 point hitch circuits to Float 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc T
12. 818 055C Slow Moving Vehicle Reflector On a mount attached to the transport rest assembly 1 total 838 266C Red Reflectors On the rear face light bracket and rear face of lift assist mount carrier tube 4 total 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 10 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 838 265C Amber Reflectors On the outside faces of casters on the outside faces of lift assist braces Option on the outside face of each ground drive pump 4 5 or 6 total 838 267C Daytime Reflectors On the rear face of light bracket below reds rear face of lift assist mount carrier tube outboard of reds 4 total or death Understand and follow instructions before operating or repairing equipment Raven 039 0159 034 Option Danger Ammonia On front or back side of Raven AccuFlow 2 or 4 total Order replacement from Raven Industries 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 11 A DANGER BLEED SYSTEM COMPLETELY PRIOR TO ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR 115527 01 Option Danger Bleed System On top of CDS John Blue Impellicone flow divider 1 total ADANGER eo POSSIBLE CHEMICAL HAZARD ben 818 323C Danger Possible Chemical Hazard NH models On decal m
13. Refer to Figure 35 2 Close solenoid valves a Set console MASTER switch OFF b Set BOOM 1 BOOM 2 and BOOM 29 switches OFF c Turn POWER switch ON If the valves were open setting either MASTER or all BOOM switches off closes the On Off Valve 31 d Wait 10 seconds The Control Valve goes to minimum due to zero speed It does not completely close e Set POWER switch OFF a If the applicator has a single section boom only switch BOOM 1 needs to be operated Figure 26 Nurse Tank Cart ZS Figure 27 Applicator NH Shut Off Valve 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 56 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NH Check Hydrostatic Relief Valves 3 Check that the plastic cap is in place at each valve In the Great Plains configuration this would be VM at each cooler S at the outlet side of the breakaway coupler ANHYDROUS AMMONIA A CAUTION INHALATION HAZARD Ammonia Exposure and Loss Hazards Understand the reason for any lifted or missing hydrostatic relief valve caps If a cap is out of place that line section may have been closed with liquid NH present which later vented dislodging the cap It is also possible that the valve disc has deteriorated and is venting at normal operating pressures NH Close Bleed Valves 4 Put on goggles and gloves Approach the applicator from up wind
14. Loss of Control Braking Hazards Do not use the lighting harness for highway transport of nurse tanks or trailers behind an applicator At transport speeds on roads an urgent or emergency deceleration will result in a jackknife upset of a trailer Even normal braking above field speed risks loss of control The entire train can exceed the braking capability of the tractor particularly if a full tank is towed An accident is likely to result in serious injury or death and major equipment damage Note Compatible with 2014 Nutri Pro applicators and earlier models having an LED lighting system Requires an applicator rear hitch not included drop or high clearance hitches are compatible 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 140 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Side Dress Extension These accessory kits provide a left wing extension to support an additional 13th forward single coulter and forward boom drop line The kit is user installed and conversion between pre emergence and side dress modes requires user re configuration of the implement Part Accessory Package Number Conventional Liquid Side Dress SIDEDRESS OPTION 5 16 FLUTED 407 609A SIDEDRESS OPTION TURBO 407 626A DOUBLE TERRA TINE 207 254S SIDEDRESS OPTION W O COULTER 407 636A Anhydrous Side Dress SIDEDRESS OPTION NH3 COULTER 417
15. Lowering Field Unfolded 1 If lock channels are engaged on the rear lift assist cylinders raise the implement disengage the channels page 50 and insert the desired number of spacers page 43 2 Open the lift assist shut off valve page 48 To lower the implement lower the tractor hitch and retract the lift assist cylinders normally with a Retract operation of the tractor remote 4 The front of the implement lowers until the hitch movement is stopped by your control or by any depth stop set on that control 5 The rear of the implement lowers until the cylinders are stopped by the installed spacers or until fully retracted if there are no spacers If the coulters are not in the ground the lift assist wheels come off the ground until you pull forward into the field 6 The wings if unfolded lower to the height set by the wing gauge wheels page 84 or onto the coulters 7 Set the lift fold circuit to Float Lower Service Parking Folded This topic presumes that the intention is to lower a folded implement without unfolding If the intention is to both lower and unfold see Unfolding on page 51 1 Open the lift assist shut off valve page 48 2 Raise the implement Set circuits to Neutral 3 Remove spacers and install lift assist lock channels Deploy parking stands page 42 as desired Lower front of implement with 3 point 5 Slowly lower rear of implement with lift fold circuit Stop as soon
16. Refer to Figure 98 48 Select one set new or saved 800 130C GREASE ZERK STRAIGHT 1 8 27NPT 800 158C FTG TUBE CONNECTOR 1 8 FNPT Install these at an available hole in the front left wing grease bank 49 Select the new or saved 990 109R TUBE NYLON 1 40D X 062WL Connect this from the grease bank fitting 6 to the coulter pivot fitting not shown Secure with cable ties between grease bank and coulter 50 Pump grease until it emerges at the coulter pivot 51 Continue at Shift 2 Point Hitch on page 172 OK E L40 Figure 96 Fertilizer Nozzle Parts Figure 97 Drop Line Grease Connections Figure 98 Grease Bank Fittings 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 170 NP3000 and NP3000A Anhydrous NH Side Dress These instructions apply to kit 417 124A Side Dress accessory kits provide a left wing extension to support an additional 13th rear single anhydrous coulter tine and delivery tubing The kit is user installed and conversion between pre emergence and side dress modes requires user re configuration of the applicator See page 140 for ordering information 417 124A Side Dress is compatible only with model NP3000A 12C30 Prepare Applicator 1 Discharge NH system page 108 2 Move applicator to a level clear surface with adequate illumination An outdoor location or wel
17. Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards See About Bleed Valves on page 38 This fitting is carefully opened at normal and ADANGER 7 Q Upon Event Probable Chemical Hazard See NH3 Breakaway Event on page 65 This assembly is designed to separate and seal the lines if between 300 to 400 pounds of pull force is applied to the nurse tank hose In normal operations this does not happen Should the hitch fail and both safety chains fail or an operator makes serious basic safety errors the breakaway separates to protect the hoses from rupture Spring loaded checks inside the breakaway seal both ends of the now broken connection If the line was charged 60 cc of liquid NH3 is released on breakaway Resetting a parted breakaway coupler is a complex operation requiring tools Consult the breakaway manual for details More significant matters are safing the applicator and nurse tank then correcting the cause of the breakaway See NH3 Breakaway Event on page 65 abnormal disconnects to bleed NH liquid and A15 Breakaway Hydrostatic Relief Valve vapor from the hoses or to bleed just the nurse tank hose upon breakaway It is also opened prior to Acme cap removal to verify that the line is discharged See NH3 Making Nurse Tank Connections on page 58 NH3 Unhitching Nurse Tank on page 67 and NH3 Breakaway Event on page 65 In normal operation this valve
18. Turn the knob fully counterclockwise then clockwise one turn Start a lift fold operation Initially the lift occurs before the fold Stop Lower Turn the valve clockwise one turn Start a lift fold Stop Lower If the lift occurred before the fold repeat step 6 If the fold occurred before the lift back the valve off counterclockwise a partial turn and re test lift fold Find the point at which the wings fold to the wing locks prior to lift commencing Figure 83 Lift Assist Valves 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 162 NP3000 and NP3000A Uj Appendix C Option Setup Hydraulic Pump Setup Pump Fittings and Needle Valve Equipment Performance Risk Prior to first use the pump fittings must be configured for the type of hydraulic system provided by the tractor If the system is Open Center the needle valve must also be adjusted As delivered the hydraulic pump includes all fitting necessary for use with any hydraulic system but the as shipped pump configuration is suitable for use with no system Configure the pump before first use 1 Have the Ace Pump Instruction manual HYD MAN at hand for fitting use and adjustment details Refer to Figure 84 and table at right 2 Determine the tractor hydraulic system type Consult the tractor operator manual 3 Remove one or both fittings or
19. cE res vole Area E ena ser Min ou weno ENTER DOLO A LL CO B RAVEN Sprayer Control SCS 450 NVM Figure 35 Typical Line Up Screen Figure 36 Open Valves 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 62 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 20 Open hose inlet end valve Atta if any tank depicted in Figure 36 has no hose valves Check for leaks and open valves Expect NO ammonia odor at this time 21 Open hose outlet end valve Ab if any tank depicted has no hose valves Check for leaks In an all Great Plains configuration if there has been no odor so far there should be no odor now as flow is blocked at the On Off valve not visible Refer to Figure 37 22 At the meter gauges pressure gauge should read within 5 psi of the nurse tank gauge The flow divider gauge should be zero The temperature gauge is likely to be below ambient NH Starting Application 23 Enter the tractor cab 24 Check the emergency shut off rope Make sure you know where it is Make sure the rope cannot slip away Leave enough slack in the line for uneven ground Refer to Figure 42 25 At the console set the POWER switch ON 26 Set the MASTER switch to ON 27 Set the BOOMS 1 or BOOMS 1 2 amp 3 switches on to ON 28 Select the desired RATE preset 29 Lower applicator to operating depth if not already lowered and begin
20. the ground there could otherwise be releases of ammonia at dangerous concentrations Sealer Down Pressure Adjustment Figure 45 The following trip down pressures are available These Sealer Adjustments values are per sealer arm and are with the coulters in the ground and arms slightly raised per nominal factory assumptions as depicted in Figure 43 on page 79 Note With the applicator raised position has minimal spring tension ZN amp H E Ah Z Handle Slot Down Pressure Rear Lowest 12 pounds 5 4 kg Mid Medium 17 pounds 7 7 kg Forward Max 28 pounds 12 7 kg Sealer Spacing or Setback Adjustment For in line parallel sealer wheel running use the center holes in the mount plates In line orientation is recommended for high residue fields Sealer Angle Adjustment 10 of leading toe out 20 total is available by using the inner center hole of the mount plate and the leading offset hole No setback adjustment is available when using toe out Toe out is not recommended for high residue fields 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Adjustments 81 Terra Tine Adjustments Option Note All adjustments must be made with the applicator in the fully raised position Refer to Figure 56 Excess Wear Risk Check that the Terra Tine Row Cleaner tin
21. 21 Remove and save all other rear drop lines and nozzles Orifice plates and gaskets may be left in place Cap all open boom clamps Refer to Figure 89 and Figure 91 22 Remove and save the one rear grease bank line 990 109R TUBE NYLON 1 40D X 062WL and its fittings at the grease bank 800 130C GREASE ZERK STRAIGHT 1 8 27NPT 800 158C FTG TUBE CONNECTOR 1 8 FNPT 23 Disconnect all other rear grease lines at the lower clamps Protect each line with a ploy bag or sheet secured to the line with rubber band or cable tie Gather all lines and secure to rear tool bar with cable ties Figure 89 Drop Line and Grease Connections Figure 90 Fertilizer Nozzle Parts Figure 91 Grease Bank Fittings 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix D Accessory Installation 167 Transfer Quick Attach Liquid Coulter This applies only to kit 407 636A and three coulter configurations or applicators updated to quick attach For single coulter configurations continue at Dismount Rear Coulters below Refer to Figure 93 24 Attach the hoist line to the loop at the top of the quick attach casting 14 25 At the casting bottom remove and save two sets 61 803 021C NUT HEX 5 8 11 PLT 65 804 022C WASHER LOCK SPRING 5 8 PLT A7 802 053C HHCS 5 8 11xX1 3 4 GR5 804 095C WASHER FLAT 5 8 HARD ASTMF436 26 Use the
22. 3 jth OPTIONAL CONSOLE FLOW AND EXTENSION SALES REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART NUMBERS GP 823 211 c so HO sd 408400 ai l J KKK KKK KA EZE LJslslsglski lelslsl PRESSURE SENSOR PRESSURE SENSOR vm gi CABLE CABLE Go E e 12 115 0171 151 10 115 0171 152 bel CONSOLE CABLE GP 823 218C GP 823 222C 10 115 0171 085 IE EI GP 823 212 c RED JED WEF a H GP 115 0159 539 17 F A al SEER NETA are V POWER SPEED EX ENSIO BLES Sa SC EXTENSION CABLE 12 115 0159 856 GP 823 215 CABLING AVAILABLE FLOW CABLE 12 115 0171 055 GP 823 237C K Claes O O Q O O O VEHICLE BATTERY 12 VDC CONSULT A RAVEN E 2 FLOW METER J 063 0171 793 W Y H y U GP 823 207 A CONTROL VALVE H 063 0171 894 LAS Lge GP 823 208C SJ 2 PRESSURE SENSOR l de Ge i 422 0000 059 BOOM VALVES GP 823 217C 063 0171 928 8 GP 823 236C Ci E EE CES IC 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 157 Hydraulic Diagrams Lift Assist Weight Transfer and Fold Hydraulics
23. 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 123 Bleeding Fold Hydraulics Normally the fold hydraulics are bled at the factory before shipping and bleeding should not be required 1 Connect the fold circuit to a hydraulic source such as a tractor remote 2 Set the source circuit to Float to relieve any pressure in the lines 3 Disconnect both base and rod ends of all fold cylinders 4 Support the cylinders with ports facing up and with cylinders oriented so that rods cannot strike implement parts when at full extension 5 Orient cylinders with base ends higher than rod ends Set circuit to Neutral One cylinder at a time 6 Crack slightly loosen a JIC connection at a fold cylinder base end 7 Extend the circuit slowly until fluid appears at the fitting Set the circuit to Neutral Tighten the fitting 9 Repeat step 6 through step 8 for the remaining cylinders 10 Retract the fold cylinders Set circuit to Neutral 11 Orient cylinders with rod ends higher than base ends One cylinder at a time 12 Crack slightly loosen a JIC connection at a fold cylinder rod end 13 Extend the circuit slowly until fluid appears at the fitting 14 Set the circuit to Neutral Tighten the fitting 15 Repeat step 12 through step 14 for the remaining cylinders 16 Set circuit to Float 17
24. 5 Check that all bleed valves are closed at the pressure temperature gauges e at the outlet side of the breakaway coupler e at the inlet side of the breakaway coupler NH Check Hose Discharged 6 Visually check the general condition of the breakaway connection ATA If the two halves appear mated use the inlet side bleed valve for the next step Otherwise treat this as a breakaway event page 65 7 Orient the bleed valve orifice so that it points away from you and down wind 8 Wearing rubber chemical gloves slowly open the bleed valve by rotating the T handle counter clockwise Check for signs that there may be residual NH in between the Acme cap and the shut off valve e strong ammonia odor e hissing of escaping gas e valve getting cold e dripping or spraying fluid 9 If there are any signs of residual NH leave the bleed valve open until the ammonia has vented and the inlet fittings have re warmed to ambient temperature This could take tens of minutes if the applicator was recently and improperly shut down 10 Close the bleed valve Figure 28 Hydrostatic Relief Valve ANHYDROUS AMMONIA A WARNING amp INHALATION HAZARD Possible Chemical Hazard Wear your NH PPE On a connection residual NH possibly in dangerous quantities may be present in the applicator systems from the inlet Acme cap to the tines NH could also be present in dangerous quantities between the Acme cap an
25. Expect early rate alarms until the cooler is ensuring that all meter flow is liquid One or more manual valves not fully open Suspend operations per page 63 Check all manual valves from nurse tank withdrawal valve to emergency shut off valve Solenoid or control valve malfunction or harness status Suspend operation page 63 Close emergency shut off valve Discharge line from emergency shut off valve to tines Wait for applicator to be safe to approach Check harness connections and fuses Use console SELF TEST mode to command Raven valves open Check valve ball indicators at valves Field speed too high higher than available pressure can supply NH3 Slow down or wait for warmer conditions Tank pressure low Ambient or tank temperature may be too low to provide sufficient delivery pressure Wait for tank to warm or wait for warmer weather 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting 99 Problem Rate Alarm High Cause Incorrect VALVE CAL for Control Valve or METER CAL for flow meter Solution Recheck console setup against values provided for components page 44 Control Valve failed or harness status Suspend operation page 63 Close emergency shut off valve Discharge line from emergency shut off valve to tines Wait for applicator to be safe to approach
26. The tanks may be loaded from the quick fill inlet or from the lids page 69 If the fertilizer solution has any tendency to settle sediment gel coagulate precipitate or stratify load material immediately prior to application The tank system has no agitators for sustaining suspensions Apply fertilizer soon after material loading Clean out unused materials promptly Fertilizer allowed to remain in the tanks for an extended period can settle resulting in excessive or insufficient concentrations during application System plugging can also occur 1 Hitch the applicator to a tractor Filling an unhitched applicator is not recommended as it can increase parking stand loads above the bearing capacity of the soil 2 Inspect the tanks from the lids 3 Drain excess condensation from the tank so that this water does not dilute the material to be loaded See Material Clean Out Liquid on page 118 4 Flush the tank if there is other residue present Liq Tank Quick Fill Refer to Figure 39 and Figure 6 or Figure 5 on page 29 or 28 5 Position the applicator on level ground or tanks may fill unevenly 6 Connect the nurse tank hose to the quick fill coupler located at the left end of the left tank Lock hose in place with cam lock levers 7 Open the discharge valve C13 not shown of each tank to be filled If filling must be performed on unlevel ground fill one tank at a time 8 Set the selector valve to F
27. 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 8 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Tire Safety Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed by trained personnel using correct tools and equipment A When inflating tires use a clip on chuck and extension hose long enough for you to stand to one side not in front of or over tire assembly Use a safety cage if available A When removing and installing wheels use wheel handling equipment adequate for weight involved Practice Safe Maintenance A Understand procedure before doing work Use proper tools and equipment Refer to this manual A Work in a clean dry area A Lower the fertilizer applicator put tractor in park turn off engine and remove key before performing maintenance If work must be performed with applicator raised use blocks or jackstands rated for the fertilizer applicator weight A Make sure all moving parts have stopped and all system pressure is relieved A Allow applicator to cool completely A Disconnect battery ground cable before servicing or adjusting electrical systems A Welding Disconnect battery ground Avoid fumes from heated paint A Inspect all parts Make sure parts are in good condition and installed properly A Remove buildup of grease oil or debris A Remove all tools and unused parts from fertilizer applicator before operation Safety At All Times Thor
28. 9 820 605 M20 X 1 5 900 665 Meld 905 670 M24 X 3 1050 780 1 8 1230 910 M24 X 2 1150 845 1 12 1350 995 M30 X 3 5 2100 1550 11 7 1750 1290 M30 X 2 2320 1710 11 12 1960 1440 M36 X 3 5 3660 2700 14 7 2460 1820 M36 X 2 4100 3220 114 12 2730 2010 13 6 3230 2380 a in tpi nominal thread diameter in inches threads per inch 134 12 3680 2710 b N m newton meters NS 4290 3160 mm x pitch nominal thread diameter in mm x thread pitch IER 4820 3560 d ft lb foot pounds Torque tolerance 0 15 of torquing values Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 146 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Plumbing Diagrams Convention Liquid Diagrams begin on page 151 NH Plumbing Diagrams See page 22 for a narrative NH System Elements The dual cooler systems page 149 and 150 differ from Legend the single cooler systems page 147 and 148 as follows a f f Liquid NH Liquid Flow e The inflow from the tank is split after the strainer 19 feeding two coolers 23 NH Vapor Vapor Flow e Cooler outlets are merged prior to flow meter 25 e Refrigerant tap is split e Two more tines are dual tube for vapor dispersal The section control systems pages 148 and 150 differ from the single section systems as follows e There is a check valve bleed valve and 3 way f
29. If an accident occurs seek immediate medical assistance from a physician familiar with this type of injury Bleed only at JIC and NPT fittings Never try to bleed a QD Quick Disconnect fitting Avoid bleeding at ORB fittings The O ring is likely to be torn if any pressure remains in the circuit Crushing Hazard When reconnecting fittings at fold cylinder ports verify that a 0 063in sin 1 6mm orifice plate Great Plains part number 196 430D is installed at each port A missing plate could result in a dangerously fast unfold which might result in equipment damage injury or death System Contamination Risk Always use liquid pipe sealant when adding or replacing NPT National Pipe Thread tapered thread pipe thread fittings To avoid cracking hydraulic fittings from over tightening and to keep tape fragments from clogging filters do not use plastic sealant tape Over Torque and Leak Risks JIC Joint Industry Conference 37 Flare fittings do not require high torque Excess torque causes leaks JIC and ORB O Ring Boss fittings do not require sealant Bleeding Lift Hydraulics Normally bleeding should not be required other than to raise fully and hold lever on for one minute or until all cylinders extend fully a 2 JIC Torque Chart N m 15 16 20 22 24 28 52 58 77 85 108 119 Foot Pounds 11 12 15 16 18 20 38 42 57 62 79 87 Size 6 20 1 20 6 18 3 16 K 1 Ko gl 2
30. Lower the lift assist circuit Leave the 2 point hitch at raised Because the transport lock channels are in place the lowering is arrested and the wings unfold After the wings pass vertical lock channels swing into contact with the cylinder rods 3 Stop the unfold when the wings are approximately level 4 Raise the lift assist circuit just enough to raise the lift cylinders off the lock channels before the lift occurs the wings fold up against the wing locks Set circuit to Neutral 5 Remove the transport locks page 50 6 Install the spacers page 43 The implement is now raised in field configuration To lower for nurse tank connections continue 7 Lower the 2 point hitch 8 Lower the lift assist circuit The wings continue to unfold and the lift cylinders lower onto the spacers The implement lowers to or into the ground 9 Set the hitch and lift fold circuits as follows depending on the next operation required Nurse Tank Hitching Set the hitch and lift assist circuits to Float Field Application Weight Transfer Adjusted Set the hitch to depth control Set the lift fold circuit to lower unfold active weight transfer Field Application Weight Transfer NOT Adjusted Set the hitch and lift fold circuit to lower unfold per Weight Transfer Adjustment on page 85 Unfolding Service To unfold off field for servicing unfold with the center section fully raised Unless the wing gauge
31. Refrigerant Lineg3 This is the same tubing used for row delivery 445 Part ID Service Life Date Placed in Service Replace Before Date Great Plains 990 259R 10 Year rated life 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 116 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Row Delivery Tubing It might be necessary to replace it before the 10 year life if the tine end is damaged by harsh field conditions When replacing delivery tubing e Use the same length of tubing as removed This length is identical for all rows of a specific applicator model This is required to ensure equal rate at each tine from the flow divider e Coil excess length Secure it to the rear tool bar at the row For wing rows coil inboard of the row so that the coil is below the tine when the applicator is folded Part ID Great Plains 990 259R Service Life 10 Year rated life Date Life Started Replace Before Date Row Vapor Tubing This is a different larger ID tubing compared to the row delivery and refrigerant It might be necessary to replace it before the 10 year life if the tine end is damaged by harsh field conditions Part ID Great Plains 990 261R Service Life 10 Year rated life Date Life Started Replace Before Date 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manu
32. Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc A28 Pressure Gauge This gauge reports the pressure of the NH after it exits the cooler If line valves are closed a pressure reading above zero indicates NH is present between the emergency shut off valve and the On Off solenoid valve the Control Valve does not completely close Checking the pressure and temperature against the chart in the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M or in the Raven AccuFlow manual indicates whether the flowing NH is in a liquid state When valves are open but NH is not flowing this gauge normally reads within 5 psi of the nurse tank pressure gauge AT If they are materially different at zero flow one of the gauges may be defective When NH is flowing the pressure reported by this gauge is lower than the tank pressure A29 Cooler Bleed Valve ANHYDROUS ps AMMONIA 10057 Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards See About Bleed Valves on page 38 This valve is normally closed It is used to bleed trapped NH from the cooler system when valves are closed It can also be used to accelerate clearing the cooler system for maintenance A30 Control Valve This is a variable electronic valve controlled by the SCS 450 It is the primary control point for application rate When power is off this valve remains at its most recent setting This valve has a visible indicator above the valve bal
33. Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M Only then consider performing the steps on this page Although the breakaway coupler is designed to separate such breakaways are not routine events Upon a breakaway what to do about the breakaway coupler itself is the last consideration Priorities are 1 Protect Perform basic field emergency action which may included summoning emergency responders if a major release is in progress or the nurse tank is tipped over or is otherwise at risk of a major release 2 Assess If the nurse tank appears intact sound and stable determine the cause of the breakaway It is unlikely to be something simple that will allow a timely re coupling and resumption of application If and only if the nurse tank is safe to approach take the next steps to discharge both sides of the breakaway Discharge Applicator 3 Perform the steps at NH3 Stopping Application on page 64 Remain up wind and clear of nurse tank while doing this 4 With the orifice pointing away from you and down wind slowly open the coupler bleed valve at the applicator half of the breakaway coupler s If you closed the emergency shutoff s after breakaway each bleed will release liquid NH3 under pressure most likely as a spray Discharge Nurse Tank Hose s 5 Position the tractor and applicator near the nurse tank Stop up wind of the tank but slightly cross wind of the tank so that you are not
34. e 36 Liq Filing On Board Tank sureutreaergetgebtagzdeueetaeege 68 2 Point Hitching sescs lt cccnscicacscsesraendcisasanetadsonsaeasasaacananses 37 Liq Tank Quick Fill sissiccssvsesininerniaersenssnistvienies 68 NP3000A Emergency Shut Off Rope SE N 38 Liq Tank Lid Fill eee 69 Electrical Hookup 40 SE Ge ere Tank ennen a i iq Mechanical Cart Hitching eeeeeeeeeen Mfiydraulic Pump Hookup D Making Nurse Tank Connections 70 Raise Parking Stands cccccccccccsssseseseseeseeeeeee 42 Liq Ground Drive Pump Start Up 0 71 Leveling Implement En 43 _Lig Prime the Ground Drive Gystem 71 Set Application Depth s s sssssssseienenersrsnsrerererersrerene 43 Lig Hydraulic Drive GtartUn e 71 2 Point Front to Back Level Gpacersl 43 Liq Field Operations Either Pump D Meter Variable Rate Setup Option 44 Liq Fertilizer Operation ere 1eeESEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE 72 SCS 450 Setup Data 46 Liq Monitor Operation COptton 73 Wash Water is irouia deere ences 46 Suspending Appllcatton 73 Sealer Setup NPDZOOOA 46 Liq Stopping Applicatton 73 Operating Instructions EENS 47 Field Set Up Checkltete renerne 74 Pre Start Checklist ccccccccsccscsessecseseesesseseeseeesseeaees 47 Field Operation h ls setegeubeneuigesgeebegesigeee euseg 76 Raising Lowering Applcetor 48 Short Term Parking 77 Hate Ower est sed taxises ssdescceanttaxenesbontececettaladeetnaseees 48 Long Term Strays scscaisesstnctarsisriccaria
35. e For doubled rows using VeriFlow nozzles install 829 144C half rate nozzles on those rows For either nozzle type an adjustment to the rate calculation is required to compensate for the half rate rows Reduce the applicator swath by 1 row space for each row set to half rate a Figure 59 Fertilizer Orifice Plate Note Replacement nozzles include gaskets Gaskets may also be ordered separately as Great Plains part number CP18999 EPR ADANGER Agricultural Chemical Hazard Wear protective gloves when changing orifice plates and strainer screens Consult material manufacturer or supplier documents for proper handling and steps to take if skin contact occurs Alternate Orifice Plates Orifice Part Port Port Size Number Diameter Area 20 832 052C 0 020 in 0 20 mm2 28 832 056C 0 028 in 0 40 mm 34 832 053C 0 034 in 0 59 mm2 48 832 054C 0 048 in 1 17 mm 59 832 057C 0 059 in 1 76 mm 80 832 055C 0 080 in 3 24 mm 98 832 059C 0 098 in 4 87 mm Sizes standard in many fertilizer bundles Check your accessories before ordering 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Fertilizer Rates 93 Row Shutoff Refer to Figure 59 Unused drop lines may be shut off by replacing the nozzle with a Great Plains 832 051C cap G6 Nutri Pro boom systems typically have more nozzles than coulters and include
36. needed for your field condition and application Height may be adjusted at the mount set screw or at needs the frame clamp Changing arm angle also changes tine height 4 The factory setting for arm angle is minimum pivot mount hole closest to Terra Tine mount Terra Tine Down Force Refer to Figure 57 Aaa A series of three holes in the spring adjuster and pivot Force mount plate provide five combinations for different O levels of spring tension The following table shows the O down force levels available Terra Tine Spring Tension per Tine Disc Position Newtons Pounds D 1 53 12 co CO 2 76 17 3 98 99 Position 5 Maximum 4 120 27 Force 5 138 31 Note Changing force also changes height Figure 57 Terra Tine Force 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 88 NP3000 and NP3000A LB Uy Fertilizer Rates Anhydrous Fertilizer Rate Rate setting for anhydrous ammonia is controlled entirely by the console For the Raven SCS 450 available from Great Plains see page 44 Conventional Liquid Fertilizer Rate Rate setting is materially different for each pump type e Ground Drive rate is positively set by the drive system and piston pump dial e Hydraulic Drive rate is se
37. shutoff valve for the tank supply hose Your tank may have additional shutoff and or flow management valves Consult your tank manual L51 Tank Supply Hose The tank supply hose must be large enough to support the application rates intended A hose ID of 1 inch or larger suffices 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 34 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Hitch Option and Nurse Tank Components User Provisioned See page 33 for callout descriptions Eos 2 7 eg y N o A A Ga NN Figure 7 Trailing Nurse Tank Hitch 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index 35 LE U Preparation and Setup This section helps you prepare your tractor and fertilizer applicator for use and covers tasks that need to be done seasonally or when the tractor fertilizer applicator configuration changes Before using the applicator in the field you must hitch it to a suitable tractor inspect systems level the applicator and then hitch a suitable nurse tank to the applicator Before using the fertilizer applicator for the first time and periodically thereafter certain adjustments and calibrations may be required A DA N G 3 R P INHALATION HAZARD Anhydrous Ammonia Exposure Hazard NP3000A models Do not modify the NH system of this applicator Designing NH syst
38. spacers page 43 Check that both eyebolts are set to the same reveal Refer to Figure 77 The factory setting is a distance of 4 5 in 11 4 cm from the end of the eyebolt to the top face of the lug tube To adjust the eyebolt loosen the hose guide nut then Figure 77 the jam nut Rotate the adjust nut to set bolt reveal Rear Lift Eyebolt Check that the hose loop is on top Tighten jam nut then hose guide nut 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 125 Caster Brake Adjustment Refer to Figure 78 The rear lift assist wheels each have independent Irun e La O S adjusters for the caster pivot brake The piston acts as d A J p p a A roi KO Ara ae a pivot brake and helps prevent caster oscillation during transport The adjustments will vary depending on different field to field conditions as well as road transport conditions If the caster is oscillating during transport turns or in field A use adjust the pressure plate bolt Q Pressure Plate Adjustment A Refer to Figure 78 and Figure 79 ke The factory setting for a new piston is S 1 Loosen the jam nut 2 Turn the bolt counterclockwise until the bolt is a turning freely E 3 Drive screw in down until it contacts spring plate Drive screw in until the bolt reveal from top of o welded nut to bottom of b
39. unable to follow terrain Set fold lift circuit to continuous Extend unfold lower for field application NH loss to Plugged tine See Clearing Plugged Tines on page 110 atmosphere If tines are plugging frequently check coulter setup one row application depth tine wear Field conditions and weather may also be unsuitable at the moment Disconnected delivery or vapor line Treat this as tine plugging page 110 until the cause is determined If the cause is tall tough field trash consider re working the field if disconnects are frequent Sealer mis adjusted or failed such Check sealer Adjust page 80 or repair as a broken spring Rows in tractor tracks too shallow Reset tractor wheel spacing to avoid rows Tines Tines worn Replace worn tines plugging Field too wet Wait for drier conditions frequently Tractor rocking backward during Refine stopping and or lifting technique to avoid reverse stops or lift sequence pushing tines tine motion backward Sealers Conditions too wet Wait for drier conditions plugging Too much pressure on row units Reduce spring pressure Sealers running at an angle Adjust sealers to run straight Coulters set too deep bring up excess dirt and moisture Check coulter adjustment Fertilizer Applicator not level from front to rear Check applicator front to back level page 43 Failed bearings Replace bearings 2014 04
40. 3 Measure the current slack Acting at a right angle to the chain span at the center of the span deflect the chain in both directions The slack is the distance of the movement 4 Adjust the idlers for ideal slack Chain Clips Whenever mounting a chain make sure the clip at the removable link is oriented to minimize snags Refer to Figure 81 arrow shows chain direction Install clip with open end facing away from direction of chain travel shown by gray or striped arrows in chain routing diagrams Figure 80 Measuring Chain Slack Figure 81 Chain Clip Orientation 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Maintenance and Lubrication 127 Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance Multipurpose a Multipurpose spray lube i grease lube Intervals service hours at which lubrication is required Wing Pivots 1 zerk each pin 2 pins per wing 4 zerks total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Caster Pivots 1 zerk each caster 2 zerks total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Lift Assist Parallel Arms 2 zerks each arm 2 arms per caster 2 casters per implement 8 zerks total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges 2014 04 22 Table o
41. 30 95 pin Castel seccina 172 LO VE 9 NH4OH eeen 108 109 PISTON ricsard aoideanan 125 reflectors Safety ceecee 9 nltrogen ose eeeseceseeeeseeesseeseesseeesseeenees 36 piston stabilizer oo eee 130 refrigerant inlet 24 NO S EP ee 5 plastic sealant tape n se 122 refrigerant line oo eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeereeees 24 Note defined 19 plate orifice oo eee eeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeee 135 refrigeration 23 NOTICE defined 0 eee 19 plug flow divider c seeeeeeeeee 25 release depth 79 lef UNE Ate ate aon em 82 plumbing diagrams 146 release height cseeeeeeeeeeees 82 nozzle asaoonannnnnnrnnnnsnnnnnnnnrennnnne 91 92 plumbing single 147 relief orifice cesses 106 107 nozzle body 32 Port Area oe eeeeeeeccccececeeeeneessseseeeeeeees 92 relief valve ou eeeeeeeeeeeees 25 31 94 Olaa WEEN 122 portarea ENEE 92 remote 3 POINt eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseteeeees 41 NP30A eenaa nie nies 18 port diameter cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 92 REP usug est ekt Zeg rniii 160 EST EEN 18 powders wettable ceeeeeees 3 repair parts eeeeeeeeseeeseeeeeeeeeseteeeees 20 NP30L 11R30 eeeeeceesenn 142 POWER gereegelt Eden 61 replacement cap eerren 112 NP30L 12R30 ceeceeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeee 142 le OT 163 respirator ee 3 NP30L 13R30 ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 142 power cable 138 response center ccccceeeeeeeeeeees 2 NP3000A 12C30 ou eee 53 170 EE gege ee 3
42. 35 Ile Ge See A NPSOOO A eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeerereeeeeeeee 18 preset rate AER 29 right hand defined n se 19 NP3000 1230 18 53 89 90 PRESSURE CAL ccceeeecceeeesteeees 45 rocky conditions seesssessesseeeeeeseeeeee 82 VIS Tat WEE 18 pressure gauge eeeeeeeeeeeeee 31 39 VOP EE 39 NP4OL nonnnsnsnnsnsnsnsssssssesnresereeerrnennne 18 pressure gauge cooler nesses 24 rose orientation 19 NP40L 15R30 cc ceeeeeeeeseetereeeee 142 pressure gauge manifold 25 row cleaner ou ceesssssssccccceeeeeeeeeeeeees 140 NP4000A oooinaannannnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnne 35 79 pressure reducing valve 85 row cleaners oo seesssssssccccceceeeeeeeeeeeess 132 N S6rvVe renesans 117 pressure relief valve ccceeeeee 22 RV antifreeze 0 eee 77 119 nurse tank eeeeeeeeeeeeeee 34 55 70 pressure Sensor eee eeeeeteeeeeeee 31 RV So tege ge eege A nurse tank exchange s es 67 pressure fertilizer 2 0 2 72 e nurse tank unhitch 000eeeeeeeeee 67 prime fertilizer Kee 71 SAE len ooeceoceoceccecceceececcecceseeceeee 139 Nutri Pro En 18 Aert EE 3 Safety decal cccesceeeeseeeeesteeeeeees 9 O PUMP opge Goar 18 30 72 94 Safety symbol oo eeeceeceeeeeeeeeeeee 2 Olfactory fatigue 60 pump dry running eege 95 SCAIC ees a a aiaa EE 54 On Off valve aseeseen 55 a Schuck oo eeceesecsesesessesessesessereesereenene 139 on off valve aasssensseeneere
43. Before disassembly be sure to wash it out with fresh water If the pump leaks before removal from applicator run the pump with adequate water in tank to diagnose the actual pump problem Refer to the Ace Pump Instruction manual HYD MAN for disassembly instructions Coulter Disc Replacement 22 Inch Coulters Replace 22 in 56 cm coulter blades when adjusting application depth and or applicator level becomes difficult Signs that blade replacement is indicated are e Coulter blade diameter is close to or below 20 in 51 cm e Height adjustment when level requires no lift assist spacers page 43 e Tine height adjustment is at the upper limit page 79 See page 133 for replacement blades Figure 75 Ace Pump Parts 20 Inch Coulters Replace 20 in 51 cm coulter blades when adjusting application depth and or applicator level becomes difficult Signs that blade replacement is indicated are e Coulter blade diameter is close to or below 18 in 46 cm e Height adjustment when level requires no lift assist spacers page 43 e Fertilizer arm adjustment is at the upper limit page 82 See page 134 for replacement and alternate coulter blades 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 121 NH Coulter Spring Setting If the NH coulter is ever disassembled for maintenance rese
44. Inc Replacement Log Certain components and fittings used with anhydrous ammonia service have limited service lives The service life of components originally installed by Great Plains is pre printed in the tables The life of replacement parts may vary Once past their expiration dates they must be replaced before the applicator is used again to apply anhydrous even if they appear to be in excellent condition Use this page or a copy to record the replacement schedule and history for your applicator Be sure to remove and save these pages or transfer the data if you update the manual itself Breakaway Coupler Hydrostatic Relief Valve Part ID Great Plains 891 203C Service Life 5 years the replace by date is stamped on the valve Date Life Started Replace Before Date Supply Hose Part ID Service Life Date Life Started Replace Before Date Great Plains 10 years replace by date is 891 196C molded in hose data stripe Great Plains 10 years replace by date is 891 197C molded in hose data stripe 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 115 Cooler Hydrostatic Relief Valve Part ID Service Life Date Life Started Replace Before Date Raven or Great Plains 5 years the replace by date 334 0002 005 is stamped on the valve
45. Inlet user provisioned Great Plains supplies an inlet coupler valve and hose only with the on board tank Option In all other configurations the inlet connection which might be to pump or directly to boom is field installed L17 Inlet Shut Off Valve user provisioned Nutri Pro Rear Hitch Option Refer to Figure 7 on page 34 Items L44 through L46 are part of the rear hitch Option page 139 L44 Tongue Release Handle Frees rear hitch tongue for alignment with nurse tank tongue See Liq Hitching Conventional Nurse Tank on page 70 L45 Chain Anchor Two anchor points are provided for nurse tank safety chains L46 Rear Hitch Tongue Accepts a 1 inch 2 6 cm hitch pin L47 Cart Hitch A nurse tank cart must have a clevis hitch with a 1 inch locking pin The tongue must be able to elevate to a hitch height of 48 inches 122 cm above ground with the high clearance rear hitch and 381 inches 97 7 cm with the drop hitch L48 Safety Chain A minimum of one safety chain is required Each chain must be rated for the total weight of a fully loaded cart The optional nurse cart hitch on the applicator has anchor points for two chains L49 Tank Supply Hose Quick Coupler The supply inlet of the NP3000 applicator is a 2 inch male cam lock quick coupler MCL The tank supply hose fitting must be or be adapted to 2 inch FCL L50 Tank Supply Hose Shut off Valve This Nutri Pro manual mentions only a single
46. Inside faces of manual gauge wheel arms Ge 2 total a P 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 17 To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage Read and understand owner s mi er atin o applicator Hitch applicator to tractor BEFOI DO NOT transport applicator wit tanks Add liquid ot the field BEFORE transporting fasten appropriate safety chains NEVER ride on ator Escaping hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury when equipped with hydraulic components Ge 848 736C Caution General On front face of front tool bar both sides 2 total FIRST AID WATER 848 539C General Safety First Aid Water Option On left and right sides of the wash water tank 2 total See Ammonia Emergency Action in the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M and Wash Water on page 46 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 18 NP3000 and NP3000A yO US Introduction Great Plains welcomes you to its growing family of new product owners The 30 Foot Fertilizer Applicator NP3000 and NP3000A 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
47. Part Number 407 904A Description NP3000 WEIGHT KIT Note This kit is compatible only with applicators having serial numbers C1017A or higher C1016A and earlier applicators have a mechanically incompatible rear sub frame See Weight Kit Installation s n C1017A on page 175 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 142 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Uj Appendix A Reference Information Specifications and Capacities NP3000 1230 With On Board Tanks Tankless Ae Standard Side Dress Standard Side Dress Row Count 12 13 12 13 Row Spacing 30 in Working Width 29 ft 7 in 31 ft 11 in 29 ft 7 in 31 ft 11 in Transport Width 17 ft 2 in Swath 30 ft O in 32 ft 6 in 30 ft O in 32 ft 6 in Metering System Option Raven Control Section Valves Pressure Sensor amp RFM60P Flow meter Controller Console Option Raven SCS 450 Optional Length Transport 13 ft 4 in 13 ft 4 in 11 ft 1 in 11 ft 1 in Length Field 14 ft O in 14 ft O in 11 ft 9 in 11 ft 9 in Working Height 9 ft 7 in Transport Height Folded 11 ft 1 in 12 ft 7 in 11 ft 1 in 12 ft 7 in Transport Clearance 16 in nominal depends on tractor hitch Wing Down Flex 10 Min Tractor HP Req 145 180 hp 145 180 hp 145 180 hp 145 180 hp Hydraulic Circui
48. See Vantage I Coulter Adjustments on page 82 for height setting Figure 94 Side Dress Coulter Mount Figure 95 Install Applicator Attachment 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix D Accessory Installation 169 Connect Coulter Tubing Refer to Figure 96 44 At the left end of the front boom remove one cap and gasket from the boom clamp 832 042C NOZZLE SHUT OFF CAP W GASKET CP18999 EPR ORIFICE SEAT STYLE GASKET If a nozzle was removed at step 18 on page 166 relocate the shut off cap and gasket to the open rear row boom clamp 45 Select one new or saved CP18999 EPR ORIFICE SEAT STYLE GASKET Install an orifice plate inside the gasket C37 46 At the front left boom clamp install one set of New or saved nozzle set BD 407 373S NOZZLE ASSEMBLY 3 8 HOSE which includes 1 830 071C AD 1 4MNPT X 3 8HB POLYPROP C39 832 051C NOZZLE CAP QUICK X 90X1 4 FNPT New half rate variable flow nozzle 40 829 143C NOZZLE HI VERIFLOW1 GRN YEL or saved full rate nozzle 40 829 144C NOZZLE VERIFLOW1 BLU Refer to Figure 96 and Figure 97 47 Select one new or saved L41 990 080R HOSE 3 8 ID 150PSI EPDM and two 44 800 390C CLAMP WRM DRV 6 SS 38 87 Connect this hose from the nozzle to the coulter applicator attachment 13
49. Type the nurse tank tongue could strike the caster tires On 3 Point the nurse tank tires could strike sealers or tine shanks c Turn up wind for the next pass Line up per your start of pass plan Lower the applicator into the ground Set the MASTER switch ON Pull forward and complete the pass D gp 2 ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD AWARNING Choking Hazard Never raise a recently operated applicator when you are down wind of the applicator Be facing up wind or turn up wind if it is necessary to raise a working applicator Wear your goggles A substantial amount of anhydrous ammonia is rapidly released if you do not allow time for it to bleed off underground The concentration could be high enough to cause irritation breathing difficulty or asphyxiation ANHYDROUS AMMONIA A WARNING INHALATION HAZARD Ammonia Vapor Release Occurs at Turns Avoid down wind turns Do not raise for turns if unprotected individuals or sensitive livestock are immediately down wind of the turn Stop instead Turning off NH flow prior to raising for turns does deplete some of the liquid ammonia in the delivery lines but not all of it and considerable vapor remains At turns there will be some release of NH vapor and possibly some NH liquid Be prepared for it Minimize exposure to yourself and others Turn up wind immediately if a hazardous concentration of fumes reaches the tr
50. a risk of trapped NH3 The illustration at right depicts a nurse tank hose in use and shut off while still full of liquid NH If this hose is removed to an enclosed space then opened it represents an extreme hazard Vapor concentrations could rise to well above IDLH levels in moments This example system line segment is equipped with relief orifice equipped ball valves A10 but that only bleeds the downstream side of a valve ball the outlet valve in this example See page 107 for information about ball traps The downstream side of this system line segment is equipped with a bleed valve Ai The upstream side of the inlet valve is equipped with a hydrostatic relief valve A12 If this line segment warms pressure can rise high enough to cause periodic releases at the relief valve This protects the segment from rupture but does not clear the line a IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Valves Closed with NH Present Figure 66 NH Trapped in Line Clearing a Line Trap To clear a line segment with possible trapped NH A Move the equipment outdoors A If calm wait for wind A Stand up wind of the bleed valve A Point the bleed valve orifice down wind and away from all personnel A If it s a hose bleed valve make sure you can set the hose down with the valve still pointing in a safe direction A Open the bleed valve very slowly Once any disc
51. and follow the instructions to avoid damage to equipment and ensure desired field results Note This form sets off useful information about the current topic or forestalls possible misunderstanding Right hand and left hand as used in this manual are determined by facing U the direction the machine will travel R B while in use unless otherwise stated An orientation rose in some line crt F L illustrations shows the directions of D Up Back Left Down Front Right Single digit and single letter callouts refer to local illustrations The callout numbers letters may be re used for different items on other pages Two digit callouts in the range AT to A30 and C17 to Loo refer to the same tank and Nutri Pro plumbing system components throughout this manual aoo references are for Anhydrous ron references are for conventional Liquid Callouts 4 and above refer to parts of Options see Appendix CH 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 20 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 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 2 or Figure 3 Your machine s parts were specially designed and should only be replaced with Great Plains parts Always use the serial and model number w
52. color Color Function Red Lift Fold Down Pressure Black Hydraulic Pump Drive Option To distinguish hoses on the same hydraulic circuit refer to hose label e The hose under an extended cylinder symbol feeds a cylinder base end or the return side of a hydraulic motor e The hose under a retracted cylinder symbol feeds a cylinder rod end or the pressure side of a hydraulic motor Connect either hose to either side of the remote Use a regular remote and not a dedicated tractor 3 point remote Secure hoses and cables so that they have sufficient slack for hitch movements but cannot get caught between moving parts of fertilizer applicator Failure to safely route and secure hoses and cables could result in damage requiring component repair replacement and lost field time Figure 14 Hose Handles Machine Function Risk The NP3000 A weight transfer system requires a tractor with closed center hydraulics Open center hydraulics are incompatible a The 2 Point implement has a merged hydraulic circuit in which different cylinders are extending and retracting at the same time and thus cannot meaningfully use the hose label Determine by testing which lever direction lifts folds and lowers unfolds b Some tractors provide a special remote pair at the 3 point hitch arms On some tractor models this circuit has specific flow and or pressure sensing behavior intended for certain implements other than Nutr
53. coulters is standard Choose between single dual rear and three coulter and between fluted and turbo 20 inch blades riginal Part Coulter Package pans Bundle Triple Fluted Coulters 10 204 255A Triple Turbo Coulters 11 204 256A Single Fluted Coulters 12 204 257A Single Turbo Coulters 13 204 258A Double rear Fluted 14 204 268A Double rear Turbo 15 204 269A Three coulter bundles now have novel Great Plains quick detach coulter mounts on the rear coulters These kits provide strip till capability and do not include liquid fertilizer applicator tubing See Vantage I Coulter Adjustments on page 82 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 134 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Quick Attach Update Kit For applicators manufactured prior to late 2012 the clamp style coulter mounts may be updated to quick attach mounts The coulter is dismounted by removing two bolts and lifting via a built in hoist loop The mount remains in place This dramatically speeds dismount remount and eliminates the need to reset shank height as well as mark or re align row stations Order one kit per row Description pal Number QUICK ATTACH MOUNT ASSY 417 207A Vantage Attachment Kits These kits include applicator tubing weldments fittings and hardware For
54. dial until the desired pump setting is under the pointer Note Settings below 2 are not recommended If presently using High range switch to Low range and use the dial setting for your rate in Low range 3 Tighten the nut Material Loss Equipment Damage Risks Operate only with material loaded or disconnect chain or remove sprocket if not intending to apply material Ground drive wheel and chain system operate whenever the applicator is lowered and in motion The pump must not be run dry Figure 64 Adjuster for NGP 7055 K Pump 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 96 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Hydraulic Drive Pump Pressure These steps presume an applicator with optional on board tanks and optional Raven SCS 450 console Flow Based Adjustment This adjustment verifies pump pressure fertilizer flow and boom pressure 1 Fill tank s with water 2 Verify that the drop line orifice plates are the correct size for the intended application rate see page 91 3 Move applicator to a location where water and residual material in system is harmless to soil 4 Set hydraulic remote circuit for pump to Float Set flow rate to minimum 5 Set tank discharge and selector valves to enable material flow from tank s to the pump Refer to Figure 65 6 Set the Console FLOW switch to MAN 7 Set MASTER switch OFF 8 Set
55. downstream side of an orifice ball with the ball closed The emergency shut off valve supplied on Great Plains applicators in October 2010 and later has a relief orifice on the downstream strainer side of the valve See note on page 14 regarding valve Warning decal Nurse tank hoses are likely to have solid ball valves indefinitely Treat all ball valves as potential traps A Wear your PPE when servicing lines and fittings that are in an uncertain status A Fully bleed all lines prior to servicing A Never carry a valve by the operating wheel or handle A Open ball valves when both sides of their lines are bled A Re check the bleed on at least one side of the opened valve A If closing a ball valve for storage or parking first wait for the valve to warm to ambient temperature to ensure that no liquid NH remains A Never point a hose at your face A Treat all closed valves as possible traps a IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health b PPE Personal Protective Equipment ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Legacy Solid Ball Valve Newer Orifice Ball Valve Valve Closed with NH Presen Lines Bled on Both Sides of Valve Valve Removed for Service Still Closed e ADANGER Figure 67 Legacy Valve Ball Trap A Never open a closed valve in an enclosed area In addition to the exposure hazard a release of NH could result in a concentration level that is flammable or exp
56. exposed to residual applicator fumes while working around the tank Face the tractor into the wind 6 From up wind approach the nurse tank Close the nurse tank withdrawal valve A15 8 From up wind approach the nurse tank hose outlet end A7 9 Locate a bleed valve on the nurse tank half of a coupler Be careful not to touch or loosen the Acme coupler A7 Bleed only one hose at a time 10 Position the outlet such that the bleed valve orifice points both away from you AND points down wind AND can be opened and left pointing that way unattended If this is not possible get expert help ANHYDROUS AMMONIA 4 DANGER A amom Upon Event Probable Chemical Hazard A 60cc NH liquid release to air has already occurred Assume a major release is also in progress or imminent Act accordingly Request assistance from trained experts rather than risk blindness disfiguring disabling injury or death A breakaway event is most likely due to a major equipment failure such as nurse tank running gear fracture or a gross operator error such as towing turning too fast or departing level ground These cases can result in an immediate serious spill or result in a damaged tank at risk of leak at any time Even in the case of a basic operator error such as movement with only the nurse tank hose connected both applicator systems and nurse tank hose s at breakaway are fully charged with liquid NH right up to the
57. for all nurse tank callouts AD 30 The present manual lists only those required for applicator field operations A6 Acme Parking Plug A threaded stud or other means for storage of the outlet hose when not coupled to the applicator ANHYDROUS AMMONIA A INHALATION HAZARD N Excess NH Release Hazard If the outlet hose is entirely dismounted both ends free for transport and storage and both ends are Ted Acme be sure about which end is which Installing a hose backwards can result in needless excess NH release at unhitching or a line segment unprotected by bleed and or relief valves A7 Acme Female Hose Coupler This end of the hose connects the tank withdrawal valve to the leading applicator inlet at the breakaway coupler For use with a Nutri Pro applicator the outlet end of the hose must be equipped with a 1 4 female Acme fitting The outlet end of the hose has a swivel collar or shroud containing the female Acme fitting This allows connection without needing to twist the hose Acme hose couplers are intended for hand tightening only Do not use tools to make the cart applicator connection A liquid tight seal is made by the gasket in the male Acme fitting on the applicator break away coupler For dual tank carts each tank usually has its own hose A8 Outlet Hose Assembly The hose may have zero one or two operating valves A10 one or more bleed valves AT and a hydrostatic relief v
58. in the fertilizer preventing blockage at the orifice plates 38 See page 91 for alternative screen sizes and page 119 for maintenance L19 Ground Drive Pump Ground Drive Option The CDS John Blue NGP 7055 K has a capacity of 34 gallons minute 129 liters minute See the 12 M 43 CDS John Blue NGP Pump Parts and Instructional manual for maintenance L20 Pump Adjustment Dial Ground Drive Option This 0 to 10 adjustment sets the percentage of rated gpm Ipm to use Settings below 2 are not recommended Pump and application rate are set by a combination of ground drive sprockets not shown and dial setting See page 88 for ground drive rate setting L21 Pump Adjustment Tool Ground Drive Option Adjusting the setting dial may require some mechanical assistance A slot is provided to store the tool at the pump when not being used for adjustments 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Application Overview 31 L22 Passive Manifold L28 Air Bleed Line Ground Drive Option This line to the tank enabled pump priming by bleeding off air If using an off applicator tank a The factory configuration of this fitting has two user provisioned bleed line or bleed valve must be outlets capped The third is plumbed to the optional provided for pump priming Mont pean L29 Flow Control Valve With user provisioned fittings and hoses this Hydraulic Drive Option Under
59. items for this component A39 Section Shut Off Valves Section Control Option Only These are the normal controls for suspending per section application flow in the field for point rows pass overlap etc These are open close solenoid valves controlled by the BOOMS switches on the SCS 450 When used with the SCS 450 or other suitable sectional application controller shutting off a section causes the total flow to be reduced by 1 of the all sections on rate keeping the rate constant for the section s still active Each section valve has a visible indicator above the valve ball casing indicating whether open or closed Operation of each section valve is essentially instantaneous However there is considerable residual NH in the section flow divider and delivery tubes after shut off When console power is off the valves remain at their most recent setting The valve balls are equipped with a downstream relief orifice A40 Row Flow Divider s This is a CDS John Blue Impellicone manifold It evenly splits the NH flow for distribution through the delivery tubes 45 There are no operational items for this component A41 Flow Divider Manifold Inlet NH liquid flow enters the flow divider here A42 Flow Divider Pressure Gauge This gauge reports the pressure prior to flow division It normally reads lower than the cooler and nurse tank pressure gauges A43 Flow Divider Outlet Each of these ports receives a
60. next few pages provide an overview of both systems Refer to Figure 6 on page 29 and Figure 5 on page 28 Note Callouts L11 to L51 correspond to the items beginning below and identify the same components throughout this manual This list presumes that the applicator has system components factory installed by Great Plains The list includes all components for either the preset or hydraulic drive pumping system If the applicator has aftermarket components part or all of this information may not apply to your operations Consult the manual or other documentation for your tank or pump L11 Application Tank Tank Option The system depicted shows the optional twin 300 gallon tanks which includes the quick fill inlet assembly A user provisioned fertilizer supply tank may be a trailing nurse tank cart or may be tractor mounted A trailing nurse tank cart requires the optional nurse tank hitch page 139 on the applicator The cart must be full trailering and not semi mounted The Great Plains plumbing systems are not pre configured for user provisioned tanks System Clogging Risk Use only pre mixed liquid fertilizer Regardless of the tank type used or its capabilities do not use dry fertilizer mixes with the Nutri Pro applicator L12 Vented Tank Lid Tank Option A fully sealed tank must be vented during operation If the tank has a control for this it may be part of the top tank lid or a separate valve Each on board tan
61. not fully clear See sidebar Even if no ammonium hydroxide forms the NH vapor in the system dilutes slowly with air Harmless trace amounts noticed as occasional odor may remain indefinitely Normal Discharge At the completion of stopping application and nurse tank unhitching all line valves are closed and all bleed valves are open and have been that way for at least an hour Transport may also have occurred which aids clearing 1 Verify that all line valves are closed and all bleed valves open If this is not the case there is risk of trapped ammonia See Clearing a Line Trap on page 106 2 Carefully walk down wind of the applicator Check for ammonia odor If pungent there is at least some pure NH vapor in the system and possibly some liquid Give the applicator some time to vent If there is no odor or only mild odor check the delivery loops for visible fluid If only a few hours have elapsed since application ended this liquid is pure NH Stay away until it has vaporized 3 From up wind check all the fittings and lines If any are cold more than a few degrees below ambient temperature liquid evaporation is still in progress or has only recently completed Give the applicator more time to vent Steps continue on next page ANHYDROUS AS AMMONIA 2 4 DANGER Bi canta e Suffocation Blinding Burning Freezing Disabling and Disfigurement Hazards Do not perform maintenance with anhydr
62. not run the pump dry The pump runs when the remote circuit is active regardless of applicator status Air can damage the pump Keep fluid in the pump at all times Set remote to Float when not applying fertilizer If fertilizer is exhausted prematurely reload fertilizer immediately If fertilizer is not available load clean water continue planting with pump operating to flush system and disconnect pump drive before water is exhausted to keep pump wet Liq Pauses and Turns Ground Drive Pauses and Turns When the applicator is stopped or lifted the pump stops The boom is still pressurized but this bleeds down to 8 psi very quickly seconds at which point the nozzle clamp check valves close off flow to the rows Hydraulic Drive Pauses and Turns If the applicator has the optional hydraulic drive system pauses cause the speed sensor to report zero speed which causes the console to close the flow control valve Set the pump hydraulic remote to Float if stopping for and extended period For turns and field moves set the MASTER switch OFF to avoid material loss If the factory configuration of the plumbing has been modified for section control use the BOOM switches as desired for point row applications a The standard configuration uses only Valve 1 If optional section control is installed also engage BOOMS switches 2 and 3 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 72 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of
63. onto locks stands 9 Set FOLD FIELD switch to PARK 10 Set all hydraulic circuits to Float 11 Shut off tractor 12 Disconnect hydraulic lines Secure them so that they do not touch the ground 13 Disconnect electrical cables capping where provisioned 14 Disconnect any safety chain Unhitch Restart tractor and pull away from fertilizer applicator Long Term Storage Equipment Damage Risk Ground Drive Keep the piston pump wet Fertilizer suffices for short term parking Flush with water for longer term parking Add RV antifreeze for winter storage See page 118 Failure to properly care for your pump and other cart components can lead to serious equipment damage in a relatively short span of time 1 Conclude application per NH3 Stopping Application on page 64 and or Liq Stopping Application on page 73 2 Unhitch nurse tank per NH3 Final Nurse Tank Unhitch on page 67 or Liq Unhitch Liquid Nurse Tank on page 73 3 Choose an applicator parking location with level firm ground Do not unhitch on a steep slope Fully raise applicator page 48 Flush and fill pump per page 118 If possible remove pump from applicator and store indoors above freezing temperatures 6 Clean applicator of mud dirt excess oil and grease Lubricate all points listed in Maintenance 8 Apply grease to exposed cylinder rods to prevent rust 9 Inspect applicator for worn or damaged parts Make repairs
64. prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of equipment Be Aware of Signal Words Signal words designate a degree or level of hazard seriousness DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A DANGER This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components that for functional purposes cannot be guarded WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate A CAUTION injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Prepare for Emergencies A Be prepared if a fire starts A Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy A Keep emergency numbers for doctor ambulance hospital and fire department near phone Know the reporting requirement for spills or releases of the chemicals you are using Have contact numbers available A For anhydrous ammonia operations have additional contact information for e national response center e regional state response center e local response center ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD A Ifa fire thre
65. set to PUMP there is no risk of material leakage through the boom until the pump is operating 14 Open both tank discharge valves to the selector valve if cross filling from one tank to the next is desired 15 Open the lid of the tank to be filled The tank lid completely unscrews for a 7 in 18 cm opening 16 Insert the supply hose 17 Open the supply line valve Monitor tank level Fill to desired level Close supply valve 18 Remove hose Close and secure the tank lid The lid has twin threads Make sure that both are evenly engaged when tightening the lid and that the lid is fully seated Chemical Hazard Tank Lid For top loading wear gloves and any other protective equipment indicated for any materials that have ever been used in the tank not just the materials recently loaded or presently being loaded Normal operations splash material on the underside of the lid It is likely to be coated with residues that could be highly concentrated whether dry damp or wet Remove the lid slowly to avoid throwing off material toward yourself Figure 40 Tank Lid Closed and Open 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 70 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Liq Hitching Conventional Nurse Tank Hitch a nurse tank to the applicator only at the field and not prior to transport Liq Mechanical Cart Hitching 1 Spot the applicator to av
66. summon professional help At higher voltage lethal voltage gradients can also be present at the soil surface A Consult your tractor manual for advice on how to respond to an electrical hazard event while in the cab 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 6 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Transport Machinery Safely Maximum transport speed for applicator is 20 mph 32 S PE E D kph 13 mph 22 kph in turns Some rough terrains require a slower speed Sudden braking can cause a LIMIT towed load to swerve and upset A Do not transport an applicator that weighs over 20 000 2 0 pounds 9060 kg Loading liquid fertilizer tanks or transporting with a nurse tank hitch to the applicator can AT ALL TIMES easily exceed this limit A Tow nurse tank separately Do not tow a nurse tank in train with the applicator on public roads A Never park an anhydrous ammonia tank on public roads or anywhere near sites with high occupancy or high risk AN HYD RO US populations such as shopping areas events schools AM M 0 N l A hospitals retirement communities etc INHALATION HAZARD A Avoid transporting an anhydrous ammonia tank through populated areas A Do not tow a lift assisted 2 point applicator or nurse tank that when fully loaded weighs more than 1 5 times the weight of towing vehicle A Do not transport a 2 point applicator that exceeds the capa
67. tank plumbing system this would be tank discharge valves open to selector valve selector valve open to tanks and pump 3 On suitable ground raise the applicator ADANGER Possible Agricultural Chemical Hazard Avoid contact with skin or eyes Wear proper protective equipment as required by chemical manufacturer Avoid prolonged breathing of chemical fumes Wear respirator as required by chemical manufacturer Some chemicals will cause serious burns lung damage and death Seek medical assistance immediately if accident occurs Know what to do in case of accident Pump No Flow Risk The hydraulic pump must be primed The liquid level in the tank must be at a higher elevation than the pump inlet The top of the pump must be fitted with either an air bleed line to the top of a tank or a manual bleed valve The bleed line must be open at least until the pump if filled with material When tanks and pump are ordered the factory configuration includes an air bleed line from the hydraulic pump to one of the tank lids User configured systems must make provision for pump priming a The ground drive pump is a positive displacement piston type and normally self primes at any liquid level 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 73 Liq Monitor Operation Option Refer to Figure 42 With the optional hydraulic
68. the control of the manifold can split the flow across two booms or console not shown this valve is being constantly across three sections of a single boom adjusted to regulate pump output to the current application rate as reported by the flow meter C30 H fi I flow i th Only one flow control valve can be controlled by a aPN eah ena e i a single Raven SCS 450 console L23 Gauge Protector L30 Flow Meter Ground Drive Option This fitting transmits manifold Hydraulic Drive Option This sensor reports the pressure to the pressure gauge 24 and protects actual material rate entering the hydraulic drive the gauge from direct contact with corrosive manifold As it detects variations from your desired fertilizer rate it signals the console to adjust the control i valve 29 Only one flow meter can be monitored by L24 Pressure Gauge a single Raven SCS 450 console Ground Drive Option This 0 to 1 00 psi gauge L31 Section Valves reports the pressure in the manifold which is Hydraulic Drive Option typically 15 to 40 psi during application The pressure should be above zero only when fertilizer There are three On Off solenoid valves 1 2 amp 3 fe HOW e Baer pisesule ab Wie Nez gt The factory configuration uses only valve 1 orifices falls quickly when the pump stops i S J i ps p j f Valves 2 and 3 have their outlets capped Check the pressure periodically during application If it rises to over 65 psi the relief valve 25 may be The valv
69. these instructions only if the Squibb Taylor Flo Max manual is not available See NH3 Breakaway Event on page 65 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 13 EXCESSIVE SPEED HAZARD To Prevent Serious Injury or Death Do Not Exceed 20 mph max imum transport speed Loss of vehicle control and or machine damage can result 818 3370 Me 818 337C Warning Speed On front face of front tool bar right of center 1 total E E SA INE J At Sal HIGH PRESSURE f KEN FLUID HAZARD ff KDR f CZ if Xe E 818 437C Warning High Pressure Fluid Hazard on front face of front tool bar left end on each lift assist mount 3 total MOVING PARTS HAZARD To Prevent Serious Injury or Death Sie hands feet hair and clothing i clothing away from moving parts e Do not stand or climb on machine when operating 818 8600 818 860C Option Warning Moving Parts Option on mount of each ground drive 0 1 or 2 total 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 14 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Warning Towing On decal mount near Flo Max coupler 1 total See Transport on page 53 and Liq Hitching Conventional Nurse Tank on page 70
70. valve A13 or A16 whichever is safer e cooler temperature gauge A29 o Close all remaining operating valves e nurse tank hose inlet end e nurse tank hose outlet end e emergency shut off valve A18 p Wait at least one hour before moving applicator to any spot near unprotected people or livestock It will continue to out gas ammonia vapor for some time ANHYDROUS AMMONIA Aus INHALATION HAZARD Ball Valves Trapped NH Hazard Avoid routinely closing ball valves other than the nurse tank withdrawal valve with liquid NH in the lines Fluid is trapped in the line above the valve may trigger relief valves and can get trapped inside the valve ball unless it has a bleed port not yet common on nurse tank hoses See Avoid Line Traps on page 106 and Avoid Ball Traps on page 107 A typical ball valve can trap enough NH to make a room the size of a two car garage uninhabitable concentrations above IDLH in moments When the ball valve is later opened while warm the NH is expelled at high pressure If the line is pointed at your face you could receive a fatal exposure 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 65 NH Breakaway Event Initially treat a breakaway coupler separation event as you would any other field emergency Perform the steps at Ammonia Emergency Action in the
71. wheels have been previously extended to maximum height or extra stands or supports are used the wing end coulters will reach the ground first Take precautions if parking surface damage is a concern 10 Set lift fold circuit to Float 11 Raise the 2 Point hitch 12 If transport locks are not yet installed open the lift assist shut off valve and perform a lift assist raise operation Wing fold is supplied with oil but being folded the wings do not move 13 Set circuit to Neutral Remove spacers page 43 Install lift assist transport locks page 50 14 Deploy parking stands Set them to desired or maximum height 15 Lower lift assist circuit Wings unfold first then lift assist lowers onto lock channels 16 As the wings near level set circuit to Neutral Close the lift assist shut off valve 17 Unless using blocks or stands fully extend the gauge wheels to maximum height 18 Resume unfolding until gauge wheels are on ground 19 Lower the 2 point hitch 20 Set hitch and lift fold circuits to Float 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 52 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Folding These instructions presume that the implement is unfolded and lowered 1 Set lift fold circuit to Float 2 Raise the 2 Point hitch 3 Raise the lift assist circuit The wings begin to fold and are stopped by the wing locks The lift assist then raises
72. with NH present There are no operational items for this fitting A36 Section Control Bleed Valve AMMONIA A CAUTION INHALATION HAZARD Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards See About Bleed Valves on page 38 ANHYDROUS Section Control Option Only This valve is normally closed It is used to bleed trapped NH from the section control system if all section valves are closed 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Application Overview 25 A37 Section Control Relief Valve Section Control Option Only In normal operation this valve never activates NH can get trapped in the system between the section control check valve and the section shut off valves 439 if all section valves are closed while the system is charged As the liquid warms and pressure rises this relief valve protects the system with periodic releases This valve is set to activate at 350 psi Operator action is periodic inspection and to replace this hydrostatic relief valve a time dated part when it reaches the end of its operating life see page 115 See Hydrostatic Relief Valve Maintenance on page 112 for maintenance A38 Section Flow Divider Section Control Option Only This is a CDS John Blue Impellicone manifold It evenly splits the NHg flow for distribution through the row flow dividers 40 There are no operational
73. 00 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Install Side Dress Coulter This applies only to traditionally mounted rear coulters Refer to Figure 94 36 On the top of the front tool bar of the wing extension use a grease or paint pencil to make a mark exactly 30in to the left of the existing left end coulter 37 Select one new or saved 149 584D COULTER CLAMP 6H X Au two 68 806 016C U BOLT 5 8 11 X 6 1 32 X 5 3 4 and four sets 65 804 022C WASHER LOCK SPRING 5 8 PLT 61 803 021C NUT HEX 5 8 11 PLT 38 Loosely assemble a clamp 4 to the front of the front tool bar on the wing extension GO 39 Select one new or saved 9 204 691K NP COULTER ASSY RH 40 Slide the coulter s shank Gg up into the clamp 4 Align coulter shank with mark 41 Set the height to match the other front coulters Secure nuts to Grade 5 specification See Vantage Coulter Adjustments on page 82 for factory settings Install Applicator Attachment If the applicator tubing weldment is already installed on the coulter continue at Connect Coulter Tubing on page 169 42 Select one new AA 204 688H VANTAGE I 20 LH FERT ARM which may be marked as 204 691K NP COULTER ASSY RH and two sets new A8 802 082C HHCS 1 2 13X1 3 4 GR5 0 804 113C WASHER FLAT 1 2 USS HARD PLT 804 015C WASHER LOCK SPRING 1 2 PLT 60 803 020C NUT HEX 1 2 13 PLT 43 Mount the arm 2 on the coulter swing arm 17
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75. 1 4 turn Tighten the lock disc 11 Observe implement operation and re adjust down pressure as necessary after oil warm up Repeat step 7 through step 10 The bypass valve needs to be closed prior to any adjustment to increase weight transfer 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Adjustments 87 Terra Tine Adjustments Note All adjustments must be made with the implement in the fully raised position Refer to Figure 56 Excess Wear Risk Check that the Terra Tine Row Cleaner tines DO NOT touch the coulter blade or any other attachments Such contacts cause excess wear to all parts involved At least Lin 13mm clearance is recommended 1 When the blade is out of the soil adjust the lock collar height to set the height of tine fingers flush with the bottom of coulter blade 2 Side to side alignment can be done by rotating the shank mount around the vertical shaft and retightening the square head set screw 3 The factory setting for Terra Tine height is a distance of 5 4 in 13 7 cm from frame bottom to top of Terra Tine mount A Figure 56 Terra Tine Height Note All adjustments must be made with the implement in the fully raised position Note The factory setting is an initial setting Vary it as
76. 1 pump SC etev CHUGH pe ge eee 38 115 0159 241 cable 154 155 NP30L 12R30 esses 89 90 EE Ge 115 0159 41 5 cable DEE 156 DE E araa Eaa Sa aree a EEES AEE Ei 7 526 cable oooeeceecseecsseeee NP30L 12R30 aasan 89 90 areas 48 49 51 86 161 115 0159 539 cable 138 154 155 specifications EE 142 Pall Sas cui n py Se ee 156 Sege g EE 115 0159 856 cable 154 155 156 tire inflation 143 restrictor 161 EIN See 145 ee an 115 0159 857 cable 154 155 JG ees 122 EE oa 115 0171055 cable assisteeris 156 se ector aE a Ea SE EEEE REESI 115 0171 085 cable 154 155 156 troubleshooting solenoid 31 general 97 98 100 102 SWI a E 69 115 0171 151 cable ee 156 103 a y EE zi 115 0171 152 cable en 156 implement scsssssseseeseeeee T ge EE 54 115 017 225 cable 154 155 156 RE AE 20 18 eet EE 115 0171 239 cable 154 155 156 Vantage I ssssssssnenssee 83 133 134 115 0171 241 cabl 156 tank CONNECTIONS 70 vapor outlet 25 s CADIE nee POrOUtSt vssiiiisiriririreninrin 115 0171 262 cable 154 155 156 tank filing 68 vapor tube 25 111 GE b 115 0171 800 Cable oo 154 tank UpSet En 63 variable rate ssiisiecienirsnerrernnrenn 28 TANK VOL ou eeeecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaees 45 115 0171 836 cable eee 155 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Index 181 115527 01 decal seeren 11 407 613P manual neneeese 18 156 11
77. 124A 407 609A 407 626A and 417 124A Notes These coulters do not include row cleaners If row cleaners are desired order one 207 254S The conventional kits include a boom nozzle for the 13th boom outlet and one set of orifice plates sizes 28 34 and 48 If a different size is required order one or more plates See page 135 407 636A Note Order the without coulter part number for use on triple coulter implements that have both rear coulters and applicator attachments on the rear coulters All of the rear coulters are removed during conversion to side dress one coulter its nozzle and drop line and its grease bank tubing is relocated to the wing extension 417 124A Note This kit includes one anhydrous coulter all hardware and tubing necessary to connect it to a spare port on the section flow divider See Appendix D Accessory Installation on page 164 for installation and use instructions 417 124A 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Options 141 Weight Kit Standard applicator configurations provide sufficient weight for conventional till and most no till conditions For challenging no till conditions a weight set is available It adds 1460 pounds 660 kg at the rear sub frame The weight stacks are available as an Option with the original fertilizer applicator order or as a separate kit
78. 2 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 46 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc SCS 450 Setup Data BOOM CAL 2 CTR Model Description 1 LH 3 RH CAL CAL CAL NP3000 1230 30 Foot NP3000A 12C30 12 Row eren Go 5982 Cable Tag Body Label w o Section Control 30 inch NP3000 1230 30 Foot 120in 120in 1820in NP3000A 12C30 12 Row w Section Control 30 inch NP3000 1230 SD 32 5 Foot NP3000A 12C30 SD 13 Row w o Section Control 30 inch NP3000 1230 SD NH 42 5 Foot NP3000A 12C30 SD 17 Row 30 inch w Section Control b 304 8 cm 304 8 cm 304 8 cm 3987 Cable Tag Body Labels 390 0 in b 990 6 cm 5983 Cable Tag Body Label 120 in 120 in b 381 0 cm 304 8 cm 304 8 cm 5987 Cable Tag Body Labels a Suggested initial value Refine using calibration procedure in Raven SCS 450 manual b This value is printed on a durable tag attached to the meter cable c This value for example 2123 is printed on the label on the valve body d Side Dress These figures presume passes with no overlap For overlapped application use the non SD values at top Wash Water Refer to Figure 20 Empty the 10 gallon applicator First Aid Water tank Refill it with fresh clean water If the nurse tank cart is at hand refill the nurse tank wash water as well
79. 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 158 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Pump Hydraulics Option 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 159 Chain Routing Legend See also Chain Maintenance on page 126 34T SES Chain Pitch count Ground Drive Chain TI Direction of chain in motion 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 160 NP3000 and NP3000A Ga Appendix B Initial Setup This Appendix covers setup tasks performed only once or at infrequent intervals Routine setup tasks are covered in Initial Setup on page 35 Some of these items may already have been done by your Great Plains dealer a Field lift partial fold adjustment page 161 b Flow controller console installation Option page 163 c Parking stand clearance d Frame mounted row options see manual supplied with accessory e Row drop line connections Component Replacement Dates anhydrous models only Record replace by dates on the Replacement Log pages 114 to 116 If the implement has Great Plains installed metering several components of that system have limited service lives and must be replaced before specific dates Where
80. 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 102 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Problem Solution Low Manifold Rate speed or material viscosity too Re check pump rate determination Range sprocket pump Pressure low for orifice plate size dial and console setup Option If correct replace orifice plates with a smaller size page 91 Strainer clogged Clean strainer and possibly use coarser screen size page 93 Ground Drive Relief valve set too Adjust relief valve page 94 low Boom leak Repair boom Tank vent closed or plugged pump Check tank lid check pump prime cavitating Material run out Refill High Manifold Orifice plate size too small Replace orifice plates page 91 Pressure Tine nozzle orifice smaller than Remove nozzle orifice plate Orifice plates plugged Clean plates Check sizing Ground Drive Pump Troubleshooting The CDS John Blue NGP Pump Parts and Instructional manual 12 M 43 has additional troubleshooting information Problem Solution Ground drive on Low Range when rate requires High Exchange Range sprockets page 94 Low Rate Dial setting incorrect Re check Range and Dial settings for rate Check condition of arm and chains Check operating height of applicator may be too high If soil is too wet try reconfiguring for a lower manifold pressure or wait for dryer conditions See CDS Jo
81. 5797 01 slide chart 89 90 407 613Q manual nesens 18 823 212C cable 154 155 156 117 0159 822 radar 154 155 156 407 626A side dress c eee 140 823 215C cable 154 155 156 12 M 29 manual ccc eeeeeeeeeeeneeee 18 407 627A manifold ceeeeeee 135 823 216C cable ou cece 156 12 M 43 manual 18 95 97 407 628A manifold eee 135 823 217C eeneor eeeeeceeeeeeeeseeeees 156 T2 pop ceeasdetesissecvaseesseasecteiiaseeesce 133 407 633A pump option 137 823 218C Cable eessen 156 TS MPN once eeeeceeceeceeeeeneeeesseeessteeeeseees 6 407 636A Kit nenene 165 167 823 222C Cable ceeccceeeeeeeeees 156 13 option ere 133 407 636A side dress c eee 140 823 236C valves esscr 156 1325 8 Cap ooeeeeeeeeceeesseeeeseeeeseneeeeees 112 407 680A manifold n 135 823 2370C cable sesser 156 14 Option as vsceetassiecesseeeveseveesseeeets 133 407 722A hitch eenen 139 823 3540C cable ou eee 154 WU secvccsct A E E E 94 AOT 74OA ERR NEEEESeENReEEE E Ze 141 823 422C cable scssi 155 15 option ree 133 407 740A weight kit aseessa 175 828 036C nozzle ou eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 135 150F HYD 206 pump 0 137 407 776M manual 18 44 828 037C nozzle esseere 135 16 option rer 133 41 option nee 131 828 038C nozzle ou eeeeeceeeeeeeeeeees 135 160 296S bracket cessen 175 417 121D Clamp ececeeeeeeeeeees 170 828 039C noz
82. 65 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Fertilizer Rates 91 Select and Install Orifice Plates If using VeriFlow nozzles orifice plate instructions do not apply However the topic Tramlines and Doubled Rows on page 92 applies to all types of nozzles ADANGER Agricultural Chemical Hazard Wear protective gloves when changing orifice plates Consult material manufacturer or supplier documents for proper handling and steps to take if skin contact occurs Refer to Figure 58 Orifice plates at each drop line nozzle provide back pressure that balances flow in the manifolds assuring that each row obtains the same flow rate Fora given rate there may be more than one orifice size that provides the recommended back pressure Plates are provided with the system in three sizes Additional sizes are available In general the orifice needs to be small enough to create a minimum pressure in the manifold but large enough to prevent the manifold pressure from exceeding the maximum 15 psi min 15 40 psi optimal 65 psi max Using an orifice size too large can result in unequal flow at rows Using a size too small can cause excess back pressure resulting in material dumping at the relief valve Determine Orifice Size The chart below shows rate ranges for each Great Plains orifice size and row spacing You may need to change to the next high
83. 7 613M 100 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Problem Cause Solution No Fertilizer Flow Strainer plugged Close all valves Inspect strainer page 117 Clean screen and magnets as needed Material run out Check tank level Temperature too low Wait for warmer conditions On Off solenoid valve failure or open circuit Suspend operation page 63 Close emergency shut off valve Discharge line from emergency shut off valve to tines Wait for applicator to be safe to approach Check harness connections and fuses Use console SELF TEST mode to command Raven valves open Check valve ball indicators at valves General Application Troubleshooting Excess Field size different After ruling out metering problems re check geography Material Excessive gaps between applicator Gap between opposing pass end trenches should be one Remaining passes row space e g 30 inch Material Field size different After ruling out metering problems re check geography Consumption Excessive overlap Gap between opposing pass end trenches should be one Too High row space e g 30 inch Also check tracks for unintended re applications particularly if relying on GPS mapping Tank or system Leak Suspend application Check for leaks Rows Not Check for plugged row unit tube Stop application Lift applicator and inspect tines Fertilized No Fertilizer
84. A The gauge wheel tires can be in poor ground contact at any time even with the fertilizer applicator lowered in the field To Avoid Injury from Unsecured They can appear to be in ground contact and spin easily in Transport Tires S Ss Never stand on or use transport multiple conditions tires as a step Tires not in contact with the A The lift assist tires can be in poor ground contact or out of ground will rotate easily ground contact whenever the fertilizer applicator is lowered Remain Clear of Overhead Lines A If the fertilizer applicator contacts a power line lethal voltage may be present on all metal parts At higher voltage the applicator does not need to be in line contact for the hazard to exist Maintain at least 10 foot 3 m clearance A Electrocution can occur without direct contact between the energized fertilizer applicator and a person near the fertilizer applicator A Watch for sagging damaged or low electrical lines The folded fertilizer applicator could contact lines lower than 13 feet 2 inches 4 m Overhead lines at farm structures are a particular hazard A Watch for all electrical lines during folding and unfolding operations Use a spotter during folding and unfolding Know the location and height of all lines during transport and in fields A Ifan electrical hazard is observed while on the ground near the applicator hop at least 100 feet 30 m away with both feet together and
85. Check harness connections and fuses Use console SELF TEST mode to command rate to zero open Check valve ball indicators at valves Command rate to maximum Check ball indicator Excess NH Remaining but no alarms Incorrect console setup Field size different Re check METER CAL and BOOM CAL After ruling out metering problems re check geography Excessive gaps between fertilizer applicator passes Gap between opposing pass end trenches should be one row space e g 30in Flow meter malfunction Consult dealer NH Consumption Too High but no alarms Incorrect console setup Field size different Re check METER CAL and BOOM CAL After ruling out metering problems re check geography Excessive overlap Gap between opposing pass end trenches should be one row space e g 30in Also check tracks for unintended re applications particularly if relying on GPS mapping Tank or system Leak Suspend application Carefully approach applicator and nurse tank from up wind Check for leaks in Flow meter malfunction Consult dealer Rows Not Fertilized Check for plugged row unit tube Stop application per page 64 Lift applicator and inspect tines Clear any plugging per Clearing Plugged Tines on page 110 Failed or malfunctioning aftermarket section control Consult system supplier documentation 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 40
86. Check the pressure gauge 28 If it is not O STOP Discharge the system before resuming hitching See page 108 3 From up wind and with the bleed valve orifice pointing away from you slowly open the cooler bleed valve If any liquid appears or vapor at high pressure close valve and STOP Discharge the system before resuming hitching See page 108 Once there is no vapor flow at the bleed valve close it and continue at the next step Refer to Figure 12 Figure 11 4 Check the state of the emergency shut off valve A719 Cooler Bleed Valve If the valve is closed NH3 may be trapped on the cooler side of the valve Continue at step 5 If the valve is open step 3 above has already verified that the line is discharged on both sides of valve A19 Close bleed valve and continue at step 6 5 Standing up wind and with the bleed valve orifice pointing away from you slowly open the breakaway coupler inlet bleed valve 79 If any liquid appears or vapor at high pressure close valve and STOP Discharge the system before resuming hitching See page 108 Once there is no vapor flow at the bleed valve close it and continue at the next step Figure 12 Refer to Figure 12 which depicts the shut off valve closed EMmpigoney Snub On Mops 6 Ifthe emergency shut off valve was closed open it Locate the emergency rope 7 8 Inspect the attachment of the rope to the valve A CAUTION ANHYDROUS handle a
87. Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Liq Fertilizer Operation For an aftermarket pump system consult the pump or system documentation These pages describe the available Great Plains systems See page 28 through page 34 for callout references Liq Ground Drive Operation The piston pump is ground driven When the applicator is lowered and in motion the pump operates and fertilizer is applied based on the drive Range sprocket and pump adjuster dial setting C20 Liq Hydraulic Drive Operation The centrifugal pump is driven by an integrated hydraulic motor The output of the pump is under pressure whenever the hydraulic motor circuit is activated Rate is regulated by a flow control valve 9 and monitored by a flow meter 30 both connected to a Raven SCS 450 console or other compatible Raven console Liq Boom Operation The liquid fertilizer boom system is designed to operate ideally between 15 and 40 psi Several system elements affect system pressure and need initial setup periodic maintenance and adjustment Liq Start Up Preparation Either Pump 1 Check that ample fertilizer has been loaded into the tanks The liquid level must be higher than the hydraulic pump for pump priming Close and cap or plug any tank fill inlet valves such as in the Great Plains plumbing system 2 Check that tank valves such as discharge transfer selector are configured and ready for use In the Great Plains
88. DE VARIETY OF WHEEL DRIVE SPEEDOMETER AND RADAR ADAPTER CABLING CONSULT RAVEN e SALES REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART NUMBERS SPEED SENSOR ST enee ADAR KIT WITH POW FLOW CABLE 302 115 0171 836 GP 823 422C 5 a fa fi FLOW CONTROL ON OFF VALVE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF VALVE E FLOW METER STANDARD VALVE ON OFF VALVE 063 0171 666 063 0172 977 063 0172 978 vi mg EH een AH mm H DI c IC DIRECTION OF FLOW GP 063 0171 666 063 0172 977 F 063 0172 978 063 0172 978 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 156 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Hydraulic Pump Controller CONTROL CONSOLE SCS 450 063 0171 220 115 0159 415 GP OF POLARITY CABLE 823 216C WHITE
89. ER LOCK SPRING 5 8 PLT 61 803 021C NUT HEX 5 8 11 PLT 12 With the Great Plains decal to the left and the amber reflector front attach the extension 60 to the end of the left wing Note Once installed the extension itself never needs to be removed unless you need to reduce the higher overall height when folded Install Quick Attach Coulter Mount This applies only to kit 407 636A and three coulter configurations or applicators updated to quick attach For other kits or if the applicator rear coulters have traditional clamp mounts continue at Dismount Rear Coulters on page 167 If the applicator is a triple coulter configuration manufactured in late 2012 or later the rear coulters are on Great Plains quick attach mounts see page 134 for an illustration The Side Dress kit includes a quick attach mount for this situation Refer to Figure 88 13 Select one new 407 972H QUICK ATTACH MNTNG WELDMENT two new 68 806 016C U BOLT 5 8 11 X 6 1 32 X 5 3 4 and four sets new 65 804 022C WASHER LOCK SPRING 5 8 PLT 61 803 021C NUT HEX 5 8 11 PLT 14 Position the mount 67 ears forward on the rear face of the front tool bar of the wing extension Loosely secure it with U bolts 68 lock washers 65 and nuts 67 15 Slide the mount 67 along the tool bar until its center is one row space from the left most forward coulter Figure 87 Install Wing Extension Fig
90. ILL handle arrow pointing forward toward elbow from inlet 9 Open shut off valve at quick fill coupler 10 Open any supply valve and fill tanks Tanks are marked with fill levels 11 Close valve at supply then quick fill coupler and disconnect the nurse tank hose 12 Set selector valve to OFF or to PUMP if applying immediately ADANGER Agricultural Chemical Hazards Observe safety precautions specified by material suppliers Some chemicals can cause serious burns lung damage and death Avoid contact with skin or eyes Avoid prolonged breathing of chemical fumes Wear respirator and other protective equipment as required by chemical manufacturer Seek medical assistance immediately if accident occurs Know what to do in case of an accident System Plugging Risk Use only pre mixed liquid fertilizer Fill tanks at field immediately prior to application Do not use dry mixes Do not leave material in tanks for extended periods Figure 39 Inlet and Selector Valve 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 69 Liq Tank Lid Fill Employ two persons for top fill one to secure the hose at the tank the other to control a supply line shut off valve These steps presume completion of step 1 through step 5 on page 68 Refer to Figure 40 and Figure 6 or Figure 5 on page 29 or 28 13 Close selector valve or
91. OR WEIGHT MUST BE GREATER THAN 1 5 TIMES COMBINED INTERMEDIATE IMPLEMENT AND TOWED IMPLEMENT WEIGHT TOWED IMPLEMENT WEIGHT NOT TO EXCEED 20 000 LBS MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE TONGUE WEIGHT 100 LBS 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 55 NH Operations Operations for convention liquid fertilizer begin on page 68 NH Nurse Tanks Use nurse tanks with proper current safety certification and current safety equipment and features Consult with your anhydrous ammonia supplier for safety information and correct safe handling transport and use of anhydrous ammonia Consult with local and regional authorities on safe and legal use of anhydrous ammonia including emergency and environmental contacts and release reporting requirements Review any decals and manuals available for your nurse tank cart and for any of its components There may be separate manuals for the tank running gear indicators valves and fittings This Nutri Pro applicator manual covers typical operations for a representative NH nurse tank cart Your cart is likely to vary See the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M for further information about nurse tank carts NH Safing Applicator Before Cart Hitch Close Line Valves 1 If any emergency shut off valve is open use the rope to close it This also tests the rope and path
92. POWER FLOW CONTROL BOOMS MASTER 1 2 3 4 5 6 ON RATE 1 INC ON Fo DVNNNN OFF MAN DEC OFF SPEED CAL TANK METER VALVE SELF CAL CAL TIME TEST A 5 6 g El 0 F FELD Feo wend DATA AREA Le Le HOUR E BOOM CAL 3 RATE 2 CAL E voL MIN aly voL 102g Q Raven Sprayer Control TOTAL AREA TOTAL VOLUME ENTER SCS 450 NVM Figure 42 Typical Application Display Liq Stopping Application Ground Drive If possible plan final passes so that they occur prior to tank run out This keeps the pump wet If you do exhaust the material refill with water 2 At completion of application apply almost all of the remaining fertilizer on the last field Refill the tank with clean water 3 Set application rate to maximum to shorten the remaining steps e Ground Drive Exchange the ground drive driving sprocket to obtain High Range page 94 e Ground Drive Set the pump dial to 10 page 95 e Hydraulic Drive Set the console Option for maximum rate Piston Pump Damage Risk When configuring the ground drive pump for high rates check the chart slide chart or CDS John Blue web calculator to determine the maximum field speed that stays at or below the pump s maximum rated rpm 4 Apply the water to the final field to flush system 5 Close shut off valves o
93. R switch on MASTER switch on and BOOM 1 switch on and any section valves ON Command a high rate Set the air source regulator to no more than 150 psi Flow air through the system until odor falls to acceptable levels Loop Clearing 5 Loop fluid If it has been more than a day with the temperature above freezing since application completed and there is still fluid in the loops it is probably ammonium hydroxide NH OH If necessary to clear it from the lines follow these steps a You will need a funnel with tip O D smaller than the delivery tube LD inch 9 5 mm anda fresh water source Face the applicator into the wind Disconnect a delivery line at a flow divider outlet A43 Connect the funnel to the line Add water until it appears at the tines Then add one more gallon 4 liters This results in a an NH OH solution that is more dilute than household cleaning ammonia Blow out the line if air is available Do not exceed 150 psi Reconnect the line at the flow divider Repeat step 5a through step 5f for all tubes If there is ammonium hydroxide NH OH fluid or merely condensed water in the delivery loops this blow out procedure may remove some but not all of that fluid AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Violent Reaction Hazard If the delivery loop fluid was freshly formed or is cold assume it is pure liquid ND and do not perform a loop clearing for several hours and then only
94. RIETY OF WHEEL DRIVE SPEEDOMETER AND RADAR ADAPTER CABLING CONSULT RAVEN SALES REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART NUMBERS U SPEED ISORS RS ADAR RADAR ON 53 01 14 FLOW CABLE IT WIT WER CABLE 117 22 12 115 0171 800 GP 823 354C i f FLOW CONTROL ON OFF ETER VALVI VALVE FLOW METER STANDARD VALVE ON OFF VALVE 063 0171 666 063 0172 977 063 0172 978 am 8 h DIRECTION OF FLOW GP 063 0171 666 063 0172 977 063 0172 978 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 155 Anhydrous Section Control Controller CONTROL CONSOLE SCS 450 063 0171 220 GP 823 211C FLOW CONTROL OHS MASTER 29 0 sg 4600008 ag Ji AYA a a e E ccno KEE Me at WHITE o 7 w am CONSOLE CABLE O 10 115 0171 085 O SE GP 823 212C O SWITCHED POWER E J ED ci Q RADAR POWER SAA C L 3 pi VEHICLE BATTERY GP 115 0159 539 12 115 0159 539 pp S g en DL SC ar n D SWITCHED MASTER SWITCHED WEI l EXTENSION CABLES 12 115 0159 856 GP 823 215C 24 115 0159 857 WI
95. RVS III Radars are intentional radiators of RF energy Although its radiated energy level is far below the limits set by EN 61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Chapter 12 4 it is advisable not to look directly into the face of the unit The radar must radiate toward the ground and at least 20 cm 8 inches away from a human during use to comply with the RF human exposure limits as called out in FCC 47 CFR Sec 2 1091 DO NOT RE MOUNT OR USE THE RADAR IN A MANNER INCONSISTENT WITH ITS DEFINED USE Keep Riders Off Machinery Riders obstruct the operator s view Riders could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine A Never allow children to operate equipment A Keep all bystanders away from machine during operation Use Safety Lights and Devices Slow moving tractors and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads They are difficult to see especially at night _ ae KA Lee A VI 4 Ah l lof A Use flashing warning lights and turn signals whenever kg driving on public roads EN RN ZTN N A Use lights and devices provided with implement 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 5 Tires Not a Step Do not use gauge wheel or lift assist tires as steps A tire could spin underfoot resulting in a fall onto the applicator or ground possibly causing serious injury
96. Re pin base and rod ends of cylinders to center section and wing lugs 18 Test fold function carefully Crushing and Equipment Damage Hazards Bleed after servicing fold cylinders or their hoses Air in the system makes it hazardous to fold the implement If it is necessary to service fold hydraulics while folded the first unfold is especially dangerous Wing motion can be uneven or jerky in fold Unfolding wings could fall suddenly Anyone nearby could be seriously injured or killed Equipment damage is likely High Pressure Fluid Hazard Wear safety goggles and gloves The bleed procedure requires partially opening pressurized hydraulic lines Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury If an accident occurs seek immediate medical assistance from a physician familiar with this type of injury 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 124 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Wing Leveling Before checking wing level check that the center section is level left to right Rear Eyebolt Adjustment Rear eyebolts above the rear casters can affect left right level if out of adjustment Wing level is controlled entirely by gauge wheel height If wings are not running level adjust gauge wheels Rear Eyebolt Adjustment Side to side level at rear is controlled by eyebolts at the lift cylinder bases On 2 point rear height is set by
97. Release Hazard The MASTER switch only controls the On Off valve if the POWER switch is ON and power is supplied to the console If you turn the POWER switch off with the MASTER and BOOM 1 2 and or 3 switch on the On Off valve s remain OPEN the Control Valve retains its setting and ammonia may continue to flow from the nurse tank to the tines See SCS 450 manual for monitor operation details NH Field Application NH Starting Tank Flow 13 Spot the applicator at the start of the first pass 14 If the tractor has adequate power lower the tines into the ground and pull forward to fully seat them Refer to Figure 35 15 Check console MASTER switch OFF 16 Put on your chemical gloves and goggles Refer to Figure 36 17 Check all applicator and nurse tank valves closed all in line valves and all bleed valves 18 From up wind open the tank withdrawal valve A15 Check for leaks and open valves Expect NO ammonia odor at this time 19 Open the applicator emergency shut off valve A18 Check for leaks and open valves Expect NO ammonia odor at this time POWER FLOW CONTROL BOOMS MASTER 1 2 3 4 5 6 of we ee CORO Ue DN RATE 2 OFF MAN DEC OFF no BooM H speen merer TI vue Rate 1 Rate 2 vo SELF Ww CAL CAL CAL CAL CAL CAL TANK TIME TEST LC ZC HANS JE AZABI SC OE B
98. Select FLOW CONTROL RATE1 or RATE2 as desired and verify rate setting 14 Set console BOOMS switch 1 ON 15 Set the flow rate for the hydraulic remote circuit as established by the procedure on page 96 16 Activate the circuit by moving the lever to Retract You may hear the pump operating but with the MASTER switch off no material flows to rows 17 Set the MASTER switch ON Check for material flow at the tines Prime second hydraulic pump as required 18 Begin field operations Monitor the fertilizer pressure gauge or PSI display on optional console Liq Field Operations Either Pump 19 Monitor the fertilizer manifold pressure gauge or PSI display on optional console 20 Mind the fertilizer tank levels while planting both to a confirm expected consumption rate and b avoid running the pump dry 21 If residual fertilizer is not recovered at end of planting apply it to the last field planted 22 Clean out fertilizer system per page 118 Sharp Object Hazard Ground Drive Exercise caution when near and handling the ground drive wheel Wear gloves The tines may be sharp Equipment Damage Material Misapplication Risks Ground Drive Do not run the pump dry With all drive chains in place the ground drive pump always runs when the applicator is lowered and in motion Air rapidly damages the pump Keep fluid in pump at all times Disconnect a chain when not applying fertilizer Hydraulic Drive Do
99. Strainer plugged Close all valves Inspect strainer page 119 Clean screen Flow as needed Material run out Check tank level Tines Tine tips too low for coulter depth Raise tine weldment page 79 plugging Coulter blades too worn Replace coulter blades frequently Field too wet Wait for drier conditions Applicator not level from front to rear Check applicator front to back level page 43 Tractor rocking backward during Refine stopping and or lifting technique to avoid reverse stops or lift sequence pushing tines coulter motion in ground backward 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting 101 Excessive Application depth too shallow Check adjust tractor hitch page 43 lift assist spacers NH loss to page 43 and gauge pee height page 84 atmosphere Coulters set too deep lifting tines Reduce coulter depth to tine depth page 79 all rows Insufficient sealing Adjust sealers page 80 Test running dry Try multiple settings on different rows at the same time if the adjustment needed is not obvious Check applicator front to back level Application rate too high for soil or Consult with agronomist on optimal rate and conditions weather conditions Field speed too high Slow down NH loss to Wings not level Check tire pressures atmosphere Check wings level page 124 some rows Fold cylinders locked in Neutral and
100. Table of Contents Index Operator Manual Nutri Pro NP3000 and NP3000A 30 Foot Fertilizer Applicators Sa Great Plains Manufacturing Inc www greatplainsmfg com subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without Read the operator manual entirely When you see this symbol the A exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit or may show NP30 NP40 or NP4000 models where the topic function is identical EN Copyright 2013 Printed 2014 04 22 407 613M Table of Contents Index Table of Contents Index Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index iii Table of Contents Important Safety Information csseceeeeceeeeeeeeeees 1 WANS DOM aeien neea Eas Kaa EERTE 53 Anhydrous Ammonia Gate 1 Transport StepSis ccsc cee deine sedniniin 54 Safety Deiere heet 9 Final Applicator Setup EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE 54 Introduction RE 18 NHg Operations EEN 55 Description of UN T oisurisscssssrsissssvsrisosasesoikercar dnurssnsessn 18 AE Before Car Hitch SERRE ORDER REE Se EE Seege ee geed e Mu Check Hydrostatic Relief Valves aranma 56 EE NH3 Close Bleed Valves A 56 Document Fami nara 18 NH3 Check Hose Discharged 56 Using This Manual EEN 19 NH3 Hitching Nurse Tank 57 Owner Assistance ooo eee eee eete eee e tee eeeeeteaeeteeeeaeeeaees 20 NH Mechanic
101. The water needs to be changed daily Water absorbs ammonia vapor from the air and becomes an ammonium hydroxide solution over time FIRST AID WATER When emptying wash tanks use the time and water to train operators on tank operations and first aid rinsing procedures Sealer Setup NP3000A From the factory sealers are preset for optimal shipping configuration The factory default settings are not likely to be suitable for your field conditions Adjustments may also be required for different fields and from season to season See NH3 Sealer Adjustments on page 80 Figure 20 First Aid Water Station 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index 47 EE h 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 Pre Start Checklist High Pressure Fluid Hazard 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 immediate medical attention from a physician familiar with this type of
102. VM Figure 65 Typical Adjustment Display Dead Head Adjustment This adjustment verifies only pump pressure but is quicker than the flow based adjustment and delivers no material to the tines 1 Fill tank s with water or fertilizer 2 Set hydraulic remote circuit for pump to Float Set flow rate to minimum 3 Set tank discharge and selector valves to enable material flow from tank s to the pump 4 Set the Console FLOW switch to MAN 5 Set MASTER switch OFF 6 Set the POWER switch to ON 7 Push the FLOW CONTROL to the INC position and hold it there for several seconds to open the valve 8 Turn the MASTER switch ON and BOOMS 1 2 amp 3 OFF 9 Start tractor Move remote circuit lever for pump to Retract 10 Increase the circuit flow rate until the console pressure reading is 45 psi 11 Make a record of the flow rate setting for the hydraulic circuit 12 Set pump hydraulic circuit to FLOAT 13 Set console switches MASTER to OFF FLOW switch to RATE 1 a Hydraulic oil heating causes the pump performance to gradually decline by 30 over several hours Setting the remote to have a 35 excess Capability assures that adequate flow will be available for the duration of application 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index 97 MEE U Troubleshooting General Applicator Troubleshooting sssesesee
103. a 118 flow meter oo eee 23 31 117 hydraulic diagram 157 material density cccccsssssessssssseeseeeee 88 flow starting 61 hydraulic drive 96 Material Safety Data Sheet 47 flow StOPPING ooo eee eeeeeeeeseeeeeeneeeees 64 Hydraulic Flow Divider AN 42 MCL male cam lock a 33 flow suspending 63 hydraulic NOSES 41 medical assistance otac S 41 105 UU EE 133 hydraulic pump eeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeees 30 METER CAL o 23 45 FM125 2000 decal ceeeseeceeeeee 12 hydrostatic relief valve 22 56 112 metric e ep old sioiias dee det D geil 115 BRUTE ea a ices 58 ee ln EE 52 H1 4U SS nozzles ou 135 MISSING cap ceseececsscesssesseeeeeeee 56 112 fold bleed oan eeeeesteteessttteteesnne 123 mist spray eee ee ee eech En CH EIER tee age 64 MSDS cosdscscressadecescinagcteasses sssbsonarsseends 47 front to back level agegereegege 43 Impellicone seeeeeeceeseeeeees 11 25 full trailering en 30 Tu le EE 143 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Index 179 N al eae ee 36 reflectors National Pipe Thread 122 pesticide acess tescecsnedstessnteensareaenentes 3 amber seraiki ananas 10 NOP ege deg dEuESeeEE en EE 18 le WEE 36 daytime ascnascis acne 10 NGP 6055K ou eeeeeceecceeeessteeeeeeeeeeee 137 PHONE a ccicades eaversceinscteeevetiescecdeactevesns 20 EE EE E AE E PEAT 9 NGP 7055 K o eeeeeeceseeeeeeseeeeeees
104. able of Contents Index Operating Instructions 53 Transport ADANGER SPEED LIMIT Braking and Loss of Control Hazard 2 0 Do not exceed 20 mph 32 kph DANGER Loss of Control Hazard Do not transport applicator with material in on board tanks Add liquid fertilizer at field Full tanks add 3000 pounds 1400 kg to the weight of the implement almost all of it borne by the tractor 2 point hitch This can substantially reduce tractor steering The implement rear casters are free to swivel and cannot provide protection against under steer in turns ADANGER Loss of Control Hazard Never use the applicator to tow a nurse tank on public roads Tow the tank to the field with a separate vehicle The applicator cannot provide sufficient lateral control of a trailing cart at highway speeds The total weight of the train can also easily exceed the steering and or braking capability of the tractor A tank upset could occur during normal highway maneuvers The resulting accident or spill could cause serious injury or death AT ALL TIMES OCF 4 ADANGER Loss of Control Hazard Never tow a 2 point implement that weighs more than 150 of the tractor transport tractor must weigh at least 67 of implement Ensure that the towing vehicle is adequate for the task Using an inadequate tow vehicle is extremely unsafe and can result in loss of control serious injury and death Tractor weight matters For field configuration afte
105. actor cab 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 64 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NH Stopping Application Plan your stops A safe stop requires depleting the anhydrous from the nurse tank withdrawal valve to the tines a What is the wind direction b Suspend application per NH3 Suspending Application on page 63 c Put on your chemical gloves Be wearing your goggles d Carefully approach the nurse tank from up wind Expect some ammonia odor but if it is extremely strong there may be an above ground release in progress due to malfunction or part failure If so remain clear until the release subsides e When safe to do so shut off the nurse tank withdrawal valve A15 f Re enter the tractor cab g Turn MASTER switch ON h Resume field application until reported rate begins to fall Increase rate to maximum to fully open Control Valve A30 i Continue field application until both cooler and divider pressure gauges read zero j Facing into the wind raise the applicator and stop k Set the MASTER switch to OFF Wait at least 1 minute for row line vapor to dissipate m Turn so that the wind is directly from the right n Open all bleed valves Standing up wind of each and making sure orifices point away from you slowly open bleed valves at e nurse tank hose inlet end e nurse tank hose outlet end e breakaway
106. after performing discharge step 1 through step 4f Adding water to pure NH causes a violent solution reaction It could cause large irregular discharges of liquid and vapor back up the delivery tube and at the tines This liquid is likely to be highly caustic and emitting dangerous concentrations of anhydrous ammonia vapor 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 110 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Clearing Plugged Tines Tines can get plugged at release ports due to sticky soil reverse movement and other causes Routinely check tines for evidence of plugging just prior to nurse tank hitching More rarely unusual field debris can cause a tubing disconnect at a tine Treat it as a plugged line until you confirm otherwise Follow clearing instructions carefully Wear your PPE Elevated Ammonia Exposure Hazard Plugged delivery lines with tubing still attached can hold significantly greater than normal NH liquid which is not likely to be mitigated by the normal Discharge procedures Hastily disconnecting a charged line will release a dangerous amount of NH liquid and vapor Your PPE is not designed to protect you against such a release Burning respiratory injury blinding or death could result Refer to Figure 69 ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Clearing Plugged Application Tubes A plugged application tube often r
107. al Cart Hitching 57 Application Overview ccs eccsscssseeeeseeesseeeeseees 21 NH3 Making Nurse Tank Connections ss 58 Anhydrous System Components 21 NH Connect Cart Hose 59 NH System Narrative seeen 22 NH3 Bry IST EE 59 Conventional Liquid Applicator System Components 28 NH3 Pass Planning ee 60 Hydraulic Drive System Components Options 28 NH Start of Pass PLANNING E 60 Ground Drive System Components Options ee 29 NH3 Monitor Operation E TT T T 61 Liquid System Narrative ccccccccceseeeeteteteteeeees 30 NH3 Field Application e EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEN 61 Trailing Nurse Tank Componentes 33 NHg Starting Tank How 61 Nutri Pro Rear Hitch Option 33 Eelere Gs NH Suspending Application ssseeseeeeeeeee 63 Hitch Option and Nurse Tank Components User Pro a NH3 Field TUMS sissies teed cans ovns ec 63 visioned SEENEN CEE ree ee eee r reece rere eee ec ee eee reer eeee 34 NH Stopping Application os pe oe ete ae 64 Preparation and Setup cccs scccccessssecensseeeeeeneees 35 NH Breakaway Event 65 Nitial SQtu a 35 NH3 Unhitching Nurse Tank 67 Post Delivery Seasonal Getup enere 35 NH3 Exchanging Nurse Tanks 0 ee 67 NP3000A Get Expert AdVICC cscssssssesereresenees 36 NH Final Nurse Tank Unhitch un 67 Pre Application Getup 36 Liquid Operations ssssessesseereesererrtseretrrnnrrennreere nne 68 Hitching Tractor to Apple etegtgtestedegiesgrdoedeueeg
108. al fire is a serious health hazard A Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by the chemical manufacturer A If chemical is swallowed carefully follow the chemical manufacturer s recommendations and consult with a doctor A If persons are exposed to a chemical in a way that could affect their health consult a doctor immediately with the chemical label or container in hand Any delay could cause serious illness or death A Dispose of empty chemical containers properly By law rinsing of the used chemical container must be repeated three times Puncture the container to prevent future use An alternative is to jet rinse or pressure rinse the container A Wash hands and face before eating after working with chemicals Shower as soon as application is completed for the day A Apply only with acceptable wind conditions Wind speed must be below 5 mph 8 km h Make sure wind drift of chemicals will not affect any surrounding land people or animals A Never wash out a tank within 100 feet 30m of any freshwater source or in a car wash Shutdown and Storage A Lower fertilizer applicator put tractor in park turn off engine and remove the key A Secure fertilizer applicator using locks and supports provided ee ANHYDROUS A Park an anhydrous ammonia applicator downwind of AM M 0 N IA occupied areas until it is purged of NH residues INHALATION HAZARD A Do not leave NH nurse tanks unattended
109. alve i2 The outlet end may have an Acme plug Hose valves are typically hand wheel valves or lever valves Read any documents provided for the valves Have the terminal or dealer explain how the valves work ANHYDROUS Se AMMONIA AE INHALATION HAZARD 7 Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards Never test an anhydrous ammonia hose valve unless you are absolutely certain the hose and valve bodies are empty or both hose ends are securely connected to sealed systems A A two valve hose can contain a substantial amount of NH even when completely disconnected See Avoid Line Traps on page 106 A Older ball valves can contain NH inside the ball when closed even though disconnected at both ends See Avoid Ball Traps on page 107 Follow instructions for bleeding and checking Never use a valve handle as a carrying handle Keep hands clear of bleed valves when carrying a hose A9 Nurse Tank Hose Body NH hoses are time dated components Operator action is to replace the assembly when it reaches the end of its operating life A10 Hose Valve s The hose may have zero one or two operating valves Ai0 WGAUTION o ss AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Excess NH Release and Trapping Hazards Understand hose and tank withdrawal valve functions and sequencing This manual presumes a hose with a single outlet end shut off valve WO and a tank outlet with a withdrawal valve A15 If the hose in use is differ
110. and as necessary adjust the needle valve based on the system type Follow the instructions in the Ace manual For needle valve adjustment obtain dead head pressure by using the controller console to command the flow control valve to closed rate zero a Em O Figure 84 Pump Configuration Tractor Hydraulic System Type Pump Configuration Required Restrictor Orifice OUT Flow Limiter IN Needle Valve closed Closed Center Load Sensing LS Closed Closed Center Pressure Compensating Restrictor Orifice IN Flow Limiter OUT PC Closed Needle Valve closed Restrictor Orifice OUT Open Center Flow Limiter OUT Needle Valve adjusted 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix C Option Setup 163 Console Installation Refer to Figure 85 The fertilizer applicator s optional Raven SCS 450 flow controller system includes a console that needs to be mounted in the cab of the tractor to be used with the fertilizer applicator The monitor includes cables for power speed sensor and sensor harness Installation instructions are found in the included 016 0159 831 Raven SCS 450 Installation Operation and Service manual manual Power color code is positive red negative black The included bracket requires customer supplied fasteners The SCS 450 req
111. and service during off season 10 Use spray paint to cover scratches chips and worn areas on the applicator to protect the metal 11 Fold applicator page 51 12 Cover applicator with a tarp if stored outside 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 78 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc EE Sall Adjustments To get full performance from your NP3000 and NP3000A Even if your planting conditions rarely change some of fertilizer applicator you need an understanding of all these items need periodic adjustment due to normal component operations and many provide adjustments wear for optimal field results Some of these have been covered earlier in this manual Adjustment Page The Adjustment Affects Hitch Class 37 Tractor compatibility Frame height 84 Application height consistency Frame Level front to back 43 Application consistency Wing Level 124 Application depth consistency Weight Transfer 85 Application depth consistency Lift Assist Valve Setup 161 Lift Fold Priority Row Adjustments 79 Anhydrous Coulter Application Depth 79 Vantage Coulter Adjustments 82 Anhydrous Fertilizer Rate 61 Application rate Conventional Liquid Fertilizer Rate 88 Application rate Select and Install Orifice Plates 91 Consistent application rate across rows Ground Drive Range 94 Minimum and maximum application rate Strainer Adjustment 93 Mi
112. ange Range sprockets page 94 Pressure rate requires Low Field speed too high Reduce speed or increase orifice plate size Hydraulic Drive Pump Troubleshooting The Ace Pump Instruction manual HYD MAN and the Raven SCS 450 Installation Operation and Service manual 016 0159 831 have additional troubleshooting information Problem Solution Rate Alarm System not fully charged Prime system Check for blocked air bleed line on standard Low first pump Open petcock on user plumbed second pump One or more manual valves not fully Suspend operations Check all manual valves from nurse open tank withdrawal valve if any to inlet shut off valve Control valve malfunction or harness Check harness connections and fuses status Use console SELF TEST mode to command rate to zero Check indicator at control valve Command rate to maximum Check valve open Rate Alarm Incorrect VALVE CAL for Control Recheck console setup against values provided for High Valve or METER CAL for flow meter components page 44 Control Valve failed or harness Check harness connections and fuses status Use console SELF TEST mode to command rate to zero Check indicator at control valve Command rate to maximum Check valve open 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 104 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc SSES Low Manifold Pump not primed Pressure Mis adjusted by
113. are usually highly corrosive to metals other than stainless steel Suspension fertilizers can clog system components in storage 1 Flush entire system with clean water 2 Remove end caps from booms and flush booms out with water Drain and replace end caps 3 Remove strainer and drain it out Drain all lines and tanks completely to prevent freezing damage 4 Flush pump per pump supplier manual Fill pump with RV antifreeze and cap off 5 Wash all spilled fertilizer off the applicator Tank Clean Out Refer to Figure 72 which depicts the discharge valves open to the selector valve not shown For bulk recovery of unused material or for rinsing out tanks dump line elbows are provided at the tank discharge valves 13 For connection of collection hoses the elbows require a hose with 11 inch inside diameter Possible Chemical Hazard Operate the valves from above Wear chemical gloves Inspect the valves from below only when flow is shut off Wear eye protection when working under the tanks The valve operating handles have the word FLOW and a raised arrow that point in the open direction of flow This provides tactile indication of handle orientation 1 Connect any drain or collection hoses to the elbows C14 2 Check that the selector valve is closed 3 Rotate one or both tank discharge valve operating handles to the elbows 4 As desired rinse out tanks from open lids Note Parts of the tank
114. as rear cylinders are fully retracted or on spacers locks 6 If the wings began to unfold reverse the circuit just long enough to put the wings back on the transport rest 7 Set circuits to Float First Pass Lowering e f lock channels are engaged on the rear lift assist cylinders raise the implement disengage the channels page 50 and insert the desired number of spacers page 43 e Ifthe wings are drooped retract the fold circuit page 52 to bring the wings into contact with the wing locks or to wings level Set fold circuit to Neutral until lowered to ground Overhead Sharp Crushing Object Risk Clear the area near the implement Lower with caution when folded Once the lift assist cylinders retract against locks or spacers oil flows to the fold cylinder bases and the wings begin to unfold Anyone under the wings may not be expecting an unfold and could be struck injured or killed Equipment Damage Risk Fully fold before lowering onto parking stands Parking stands support only the center section If unfolded wings will droop and coulters will strike the ground 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 50 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Lift Cylinder Locks Use transport locks to hold the fertilizer applicator at raised for transport adjustments maintenance and storage Falling Hazard Do not climb or stand on tires or w
115. assist cylinders extend This feature prevents wing droop in field turns 4 When fully raised set both hitch and lift fold remotes to Neutral Raising When Folded If the implement is already folded e Raise it with the 2 point and lift assist circuits in any order The fold circuits are supplied with oil but since the wings are already folded they do not move The adjustment valve page 161 then diverts all oil to the lift cylinders e Hold at raised with Neutral circuits e Install rear lift assist lock channels page 50 e Deploy parking stands page 42 If the implement is unfolded and the intention is to lift and fold see Folding on page 52 Equipment Damage Risk Do not fully fold or fully unfold while lowered Perform complete fold and unfold only when fully raised When lowered the wing coulters near the wing pivot may be damaged by bending or ground dragging Lift System Gradual Crushing Hazard Do not rely on hydraulic pressure alone to keep the implement raised Use parking stands page 42 and transport lift locks page 50 when working around a raised implement The tractor hitch may settle The bypass orifices in the implement lift assist re phasing system cause it to slowly lower Figure 22 Lift Assist Valve Closed 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 49
116. atens an anhydrous ammonia tank evacuate the area The tank may heat up faster than the relief valve can vent the rising pressure resulting in a catastrophic gas release and possibly an explosion 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 3 Be Familiar with Safety Decals A Read and understand Safety Decals thoroughly A Read all instructions noted on the decals on page 9 A Keep decals clean Replace damaged faded and illegible decals Wear Protective Equipment PPE A Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job Avoid loose fitting clothing A Waterproof wide brimmed hat A Face shield goggles or full face respirator A Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or loss Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs A Avoid wearing entertainment headphones while operating machinery Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator A See manual 407 551M for specific requirements and recommendations for NH PPE A Goggles with side shields or a full face respirator are required if handling or applying dusts wettable powders or granules or if being exposed to spray mist A Cartridge type respirator approved for pesticide vapors unless conventional liquid fertilize label specifies another type of respirator A Waterp
117. atory injury blinding or death could result Refer to Figure 70 A plugged vapor tube often usually does not result in the vapor tubing lifting off the tine tubing at the clamp it is a closed line plug If only one vapor line is plugged the symptom may be an elevated temperature at the cooler gauge A27 on page 29 and possibly a rate alarm if cooling is insufficient If both vapor lines at a cooler are plugged at moderate or warm ambient temperatures the temperature gauge rises higher and more quickly Cooling ceases Cooler pressure rises Flow divider pressure falls Rate alarm is likely Normal Discharge may not clear the line If the plugged line disconnects open line plug you may see little change from normal operations Odor is elevated if you drive down wind of application The vapor line may not cause a cloud The change in cooler pressure may be minor You are most likely to detect an open line plugging of a vapor line during routine row inspection at re hitch Clearing Closed Line Vapor Plugs 1 Review the WARNING at the top of this page 2 Stop operation page 64 3 Discharge the system page 108 The standard discharge is not likely to adequately discharge any plugged closed vapor lines Expect continuing vapor release at non plugged rows The plugged line discharges back through the cooler then through the flow divider and out the other rows 4 Wait until the plugged tine ha
118. caps for unused rows When installing a cap e It is not necessary to remove the gasketed orifice plate from inside the clamp The cap includes its own gasket that seals at the end of the clamp port e Use a tie wrap or other line to secure the loose nozzle and drop line tubing to the boom e Adjust pump and or orifice plates for new rate and row spacing Mis Application or Material Loss Risk Do not apply materials after row shut off or row turn on without first reviewing setup Merely changing the number of active rows does not change the application rate If pump and or orifice size changes are not also made pressures could be too low or too high Strainer Adjustment Refer to Figure 61 A Banjo brand strainer is supplied with the ground drive fertilizer pump It is plumbed before the CDS John Blue pump The standard 80 mesh screen should be suitable for most applications A 50 mesh screen is available from Great Plains Other screen sizes are available from Banjo Corporation If changing screen sizes keep in mind the following e A smaller mesh 100 keeps very small manifold orifice plates from plugging so often However the screen requires cleaning more often e If using variable rate nozzles Spray Target recommends use of a 50 mesh screen with the VeriFlow nozzles available from Great Plains part number LST 1550 e A larger mesh 50 or 30 passes more material but should only be considered when using lar
119. ch in the center section Wing tool bar height is set to match the center using a crank assisted manual adjustment page 84 Tine height is adjusted at the mount This requires adjustment as the coulter blades wear Loosen the nuts on the U bolts Lower the shank and re tighten Design coulter operating depth is 3 to 7 in 7 6 to 18 cm Operation below 7 in 18 cm is not recommended as high rates of disc wear are likely Application depth is unaffected by the coulter spring page 121 and sealer spring page 80 settings Depth Reference Information These are the factory settings Shank height below tool bar is 111 in 29 7 cm Overall height of the tool bar base to coulter edge is D 32 in 79 5 cm At factory settings NH is released from the tube at in 9 7 mm above the lower coulter edge For a precise release depth subtract this amount from the total coulter depth Anhydrous Coulter Castering Coulters may be operated locked in line or with limited free castering Refer to Figure 44 To lock the coulter loosen the jam nut at Align the coulter front to back Tighten the set screw at then the jam nut To unlock the coulter loosen the jams nut at Loosen the set screw bolts at then tighten the jam nuts Note Do not loosen the stop bolts Li Figure 43 NH Application Depth
120. checks in the breakaway halves The nurse tank side is under full tank pressurization The applicator hose s may be under pressure This was an unplanned event Wind direction may not be favorable for discharging and re coupling If the wind is light or calm do not attempt to bleed the breakaway coupler halves Your field PPE is not sufficient for the releases necessary a PPE Personal Protective Equipment 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 66 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 11 Opening this bleed valve WILL release the substantial amount of liquid NH3 presently trapped in the hose most likely as a spray Open the valve very slowly just until some fluid appears Leave the valve just slightly open 12 Walk away up wind Stay away until the release concludes Carefully open bleed valve completely to confirm hose is discharged For dual cooler repeat PNY Wels ANHYDROUS step 9 through step 12 for the other hose A DANG ER AMMONIA 13 Close all breakaway bleed valves Ai3 x and ATS Before Re connection Elevated Exposure Hazard and any nurse tank hose valves A10 Disconnect the Exercise extreme care Even if the nurse tank is undamaged nurse tank half of the breakaway coupler at the sound and upright a breakaway event is not a normal re hitch Acme coupler D situation A substantial NH bleed is required that WILL ar rel
121. city or ballasting of the tractor There may not be enough front wheel traction for safe steering A Carry reflectors or flags to mark fertilizer applicator in case of breakdown on the road A Keep clear of overhead power lines and other obstructions when transporting Refer to transport dimensions under Specifications and Capacities on page 142 A Do not exceed 20 mph 32 km h 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 A Reduce speed on rough roads A Comply with national regional and local laws A Do not fold or unfold the fertilizer applicator while the tractor is moving other than field lift 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 7 Handle Chemicals Properly See manual 407 551M for specific requirements and AN HYD ROUS recommendations for NH3 AM M 0 N IA For Conventional Liquid Materials INHALATION HAZARD Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous Improper use can seriously injure persons animals plants soil and property A Read and follow chemical supplier instructions A Wear protective clothing A Handle all chemicals with care A Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous Improper use can seriously injure persons animals plants soil and property A Inhaling smoke from any type of chemic
122. connect drop 20 21 22 23 off the ground Lower implement onto stands Unhitch tractor Restore caster spacing Re center 2 point hitch and grease lines Revert NH Side Dress to Pre Emergence ADANGER Suffocation Blinding Burning Freezing Disabling and Disfigurement Hazards Do not perform this installation reversion without PPE or without verifying system discharge This process requires opening a flow divider port to the atmosphere This system segment could contain liquid anhydrous ammonia NH It 24 Note change in swath for rate setting a PPE Personal Protective Equipment would overwhelm your PPE and could be fatal 1 Discharge system see System Discharge on page 108 2 Disconnect side dress delivery tubing at divider and coulter Leave tubing in place on frame 3 Replace adaptor at divider with plug 4 Dismount coulter Frame extension may be left in place 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix D Accessory Installation 175 Weight Kit Installation s n C1017A These instructions apply to an installation of an optional 407 904A weight kit Note This kit is compatible only with applicators having serial numbers C1017A or higher C1016A and earlier applicators have a mechanically incompatible rear sub frame Tools Required e Lift or hoist with a capacity of a
123. csnaccssdusinddsoncnansedis 77 Raising Ver rer ENEE e TE 78 Raising When Folie Row Adjustments acct cats cpeteasi crates Mes pansenaseduntrsiccdanedse 79 ewei Field Lfntel iechssnseuageueueeusgrerc 49 Anhydrous Coulter Application Det 79 ower Service Parking Folded eeneeeseee 49 Depth Reference Information 79 Lift Cylinder LOCKS aicicctssccscssenssssearsstcastavisussctacospianttad 50 Acide E EE 59 Unfolding and Folding c scsccecseeseeseesseessesseesseeseeseeees 51 eeneg NH Sealer Adjustments snsnsnnsnenssssaresisesreeseeeae 80 Unfolding EEN BEE 51 Sealer Down Pressure Adjustment 0 000 80 Unfolding At Field Geste ere ge veer 51 Sealer Spacing or Setback Adjustment SEN 80 Unfolding Service s s s 51 Sealer Angle Adlusiment 80 Folding KEE EE ees 52 Terra Tine Adjustments Option BEE EN 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M iv NP3000 A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Vantage Coulter Adjustments a an 82 Relief Valve Inspection 112 Vantage Coulter Height and Castering 83 Valve Heplacement AA 113 Tool Bar Height Adjustment cece 84 Replacement Log sssseesseesessereernserersrrnrerrererrennns 114 Weight Transfer Adjustment A 85 Metering System Maintenance eeeeeeeeeeeeee 117 Weight Transfer Safety Information s eesseeeseee 85 Material Clean Out Liquid cccccseceeetteeeeeeeee 118 Terra Tine Adju
124. d the cart shutoff valve Unprotected exposure could result in permanent lung eye injury or death a PPE Personal Protective Equipment Figure 29 Applicator NH Supply Hose 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 57 NH Hitching Nurse Tank Consult with the nurse tank supplier and all available nurse tank documents before hitching for the first time ANHYDROUS INHALATION HAZARD 7 NH Possible Chemical Hazard Clear all non essential personnel from the area at this time Take normal NH field precautions Although ammonia release is not expected for mechanical hitching the tank could be venting small amounts or large amounts if mis configured or if a component fails On a re hitch the applicator may also be venting residual material Unprotected exposure could cause serious lung or eye irritation Hitch a nurse tank to the applicator only at the field and not prior to transport If taking delivery of a tank at the field complete an inspection see Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M before accepting the tank NH Mechanical Cart Hitching 1 Spot the applicator Three objectives are All tank carts e Spot to avoid reverse moves after cart hitching e Face the tractor and applicator basically up wind but with a cross wind component such that e
125. dboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems If an accident occurs seek immediate medical attention from a physician familiar with this type of injury Crushing Hazard Keep body parts clear of wings row cleaners and coulters while adjusting Keep all bystanders well away You will be seriously injured or killed if you are caught between lowering row implements and ground Refer to Figure 53 and Figure 54 Wing fold cylinders can extend during field operation to push the wings down using mainframe center weight Weight transfer is controlled by two adjustment valves and See circuit diagram on page 157 The fold circuit is set to continuous flow in unfold mode to maintain the active weight transfer The pressure reducing valve controls the flow to the cylinders The bypass valve returns excess oil to the tractor Adjust the weight transfer to achieve consistent coulter depth while keeping the wings level with the center section If insufficient weight is transferred outside wing coulters may run higher than center section If too much weight is transferred center section may run high If adjusted when the tractor is cold re adjustment may be required when the oil warms Monitor the pressure gauge during early field operations Falling Hazard Tires Not a Step Do not use tires as steps or platforms At som
126. dex 407 613M 92 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Install Orifice Plates Refer to Figure 59 Insert the plate inside the gasket supplied with the nozzle C39 Insert the gasketed plate with the legend side facing out the nozzle outlet typically up In general the orifice needs to be small enough to create enough pressure in the manifold to operate the check valves in the boom clamps but not so much that the system dumps product at the boom relief valve The recommend operating pressure is 15 to 40 psi Using an orifice size too large can result in unequal flow at rows intermittent flow and flow stoppage at rows where pressure falls below the 8 psi required to open the clamp check valve Using a size too small can cause excess back pressure resulting in material dumping at the boom relief valve Use the same size at all active rows Excess Back Pressure Risk If using a size of 0 048 inch or larger remove the 828 046C nozzle from the outlet of the coulter tine Tramlines and Doubled Rows If your operations result in row units running in the same row or rows in opposing passes take steps to avoid double application run those rows at half rate e For doubled rows using standard nozzles use orifice plates having Lo or slightly more than LG the Port Area of the other rows See the table at right right most column for the Port Area of each plate call size
127. does not activate It is designed to open at 375 psi well above the 250 265 psi operating pressure of the nurse tank s main pressure relief valve Operator action is periodic inspection and to replace this hydrostatic relief valve a time dated part when it reaches the end of its operating life see page 114 See Hydrostatic Relief Valve Maintenance on page 112 for maintenance Valve function when operating valves are closed on both sides of the breakaway or on just the applicator side upon a breakaway event NH can be trapped in the breakaway coupler As the NH3 warms it could create dangerously high pressure This relief valve opens to vent excess pressure a Acme refers to the ANSI ASME B1 5 1997 screw thread which has a trapezoidal thread profile 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Application Overview 23 A16 Coupler Outlet Bleed Valve ANHYDROUS AMMONIA 4 CAUTION INHALATION HAZARD Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards See About Bleed Valves on page 38 This fitting is kept closed in normal operations When the breakaway is properly coupled the inlet bleed valve bleeds the entire assembly and applicator supply hose On breakaway this valve is used to bleed the applicator side of the disconnection See NH3 Breakaway Event on page 65 A17 Supply Hose This connects the breaka
128. drive pump the optional SCS 450 console monitors fertilizer flow field speed and manifold pressure It operates the control valve to deliver fertilizer at your desired rate Once setup for the applicator and preferences and configured for the rates limits the monitor is typically used in the RATE 1 or RATE 2 FLOW CONTROL modes Liq Starting Application with Console 1 Enter the tractor cab Refer to Figure 42 2 Atthe console set the POWER switch ON 3 Set the MASTER switch to ON 4 Set the BOOMS 1 or BOOMS 1 2 amp 3 switch on to ON all others don t care suggest OFF Select the desired RATE preset Engage the remote for the hydraulic drive pump Advance lever to preset for 35 of desired rate 7 Lower applicator to operating depth if not already lowered and begin first pass See SCS 450 manual for monitor operation details Suspending Application With the hydraulic drive pump option material continues to flow if the implement is raised while in motion To conserve material and prevent unintended application set the MASTER switch to OFF when raising When stopping operating the MASTER switch is not usually necessary if the console has an active speed sensor data source If suspending application for more than a minute also set the pump motor hydraulic circuit to Float No console actions are required to suspend application with ground drive preset or variable rate
129. e if 829 143C nozzles are used on the main rows e three dozen cable ties e one poly bag or sheet of polyethylene per rear row plus a rubber band or cable tie per row e all purpose grease and grease gun e basic hand tools Prepare Implement 1 Discharge NH system page 108 if the applicator is also equipped for anhydrous 2 Move implement to a level clear surface with adequate illumination Raise implement Unfold wings Fully extend wing gauge wheels Install parking stands Place stands or blocks under the rear frame 9 Jo nm amp Retract the lift assist cylinders to lift the caster tires off the ground 9 Lower implement onto stands 10 Unhitch tractor See page 140 for ordering information 407 636A Liquid no coulter for NP3000 1230 164 407 609A Liquid fluted for NP3000 1230 164 407 626A Liquid turbo for NP3000 1230 4 164 417 124A Anhydrous for NP3000A 12C30 4 170 Figure 86 Side Dress Installed 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix D Accessory Installation 165 Install Wing Extension Refer to Figure 86 and Figure 87 If the wing extension is already installed continue at Dismount Rear Coulters on page 167 11 Select one new 80 407 331H BOLT ON WING FRAME and eight sets new 48 802 055C HHCS 5 8 11X2 GR5 65 804 022C WASH
130. e intended for use with a Raven radar you may order it from Raven or from Great Plains Cable Package Part Number Radar Power Cable 115 0159 539 a Console itself is sold separately 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Options 139 Speed Sensor The Raven SCS 450 accepts speed inputs from traditional magnet sensors speed radars and GPS receivers that provide compatible speed outputs If the tractor does not already have a compatible speed data source Great Plains offers DICKEY john radar Cable Package Part Number Radar Kit 509 289A This kit includes the radar transceiver and a Raven 115 0159 526 power and data cable Rear Hitch A rear hitch is required for a trailing nurse tank The drop hitch assembly offered by Great Plains includes hitch mount weldment decal mount not shown breakaway coupler mount point and a Schuck model 850 cushioned hitch with a 50 000 pound load rating and 2 000 pound tongue weight Original Accessory Option Kit Drop Rear Hitch Assembly 27 407 722A Drop Rear Hitch Rear Hitch Package Nurse Tank Light Harness For extra safety in the field this harness provides an SAE J560b 7 pin receptacle at the applicator rear hitch option interconnected with the applicator lighting system Lighting Harness We Kn Nurse Tank Light Kit 417 357A
131. e hydraulic pump variable rate system page 152 differs from the ground drive preset rate system page 153 as follows e The ground drive system rate is set by simple drive system sprockets The hydraulic pump rate requires a console which operates the flow control valve 30 e The ground drive system is single section The hydraulic pump has three sections L11 Application Tank Legend Direction of Flow p Exception Flow For more details on components L11 through L43 see Liquid System Narrative on page 30 L28 Air Bleed Line L12 Vented Tank Lid L29 Flow Control Valve L13 Tank Discharge Valves L30 Flow Meter L14 Tank Drain Elbow L31 Section Valves L15 Selector Valve L32 Pressure Sensor L16 Supply Inlet L33 Boom L17 Inlet Shut Off Valve L34 End Cap L18 Strainer L35 Boom Clamp L19 Ground Drive Pump L36 Shutoff Cap L20 Pump Adjustment Dial L37 Gasket L21 Pump Adjustment Tool L38 Orifice Plate L22 Passive Manifold L39 Nozzle Body L23 Gauge Protector L41 Drop Tubing L24 Pressure Gauge L42 Coulter Arm and Tubing L25 Relief Valve L43 Tine Nozzle L26 Dump Line L44 Tongue Release Handle L27 Hydraulic Drive Pump L45 Chain Anchor 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 152 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manu
132. e mixed liquid fertilizer P DO NOT EXCEED THIS IMPLEMENT S MAXIMUM TRANSPORT SPEED OF 20 MPH EXCEEEDING THIS SPEED MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL DURING BRAKING AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TRANSPORT ONLY WITH PROPERLY BALLASTED TRACTOR AND A PROPERLY ATTACHED SAFETY TOW CHAIN TRACTOR WEIGHT MUST BE GREATER THAN 1 5 TIMES COMBINED INTERMEDIATE IMPLEMENT AND TOWED IMPLEMENT WEIGHT TOWED IMPLEMENT WEIGHT NOT TO EXCEED 20 000 LBS MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE TONGUE WEIGHT 100 LBS 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 71 Liq Ground Drive Pump Start Up 7 Check ground drive sprocket setup page 94 8 Set rate on pump adjuster dial Refer to Figure 6 on page 29 or Figure 5 on page 28 9 If relief valve has not been previously adjusted perform initial setting per page 94 Liq Prime the Ground Drive System 10 Wearing gloves manually rotate the ground drive wheel until material appears at the tines Begin field operations The pump automatically operates when the applicator is lowered to ground contact and in motion The pump automatically stops when the applicator is raised for turns Liq Hydraulic Drive Start Up Prior to first use determine the hydraulic remote circuit flow rate setting per the procedure on page 96 11 Set console MASTER switch OFF 12 Set console POWER switch ON 13
133. e replace by date stamped on the valve If it has passed replace the valve before next use 5 Clean any clogged weep holes If they cannot be cleaned replace the valve ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Ammonia Exposure Hazards P Ss Q A Wear safety equipment when inspecting or performing maintenance on relief valves Even if the line is bled NH liquid or vapor may still be present A Always bleed the system before removing a relief valve cap or performing any more detailed inspection or valve maintenance A Never stand in front of or look directly into a relief valve Use a mirror If an overpressure event or valve malfunction is imminent or in progress you can expect multiple valve activations The initial activation can blow debris as well as liquid ammonia into your face A Follow inspection and replacement instructions carefully Use the instructions on these two pages only if no separate instructions were supplied with the original and or replacement valve Figure 71 Uncapped Relief Valve Note In severe conditions such as exposure to salt corrosive chemicals or pollutants or if a valve has fully opened you may need to replace a hydrostatic relief valve sooner than 5 years 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 113 6 Inspect for dirt sand grease pa
134. e transfer settings cylinders can lift wheels sufficiently for them to spin Figure 53 3P Weight Transfer Figure 54 Weight Transfer Valves 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 86 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Refer to Figure 53 Figure 54 Figure 55 1 Infield conditions unfold page 51 lower implement page 48 and set or check coulter depth page 83 Pull forward to put coulters in ground Put tractor in Park and set parking brake Close the lift assist valve Release the bypass valve lock disc Turn the bypass valve knob fully clockwise to shut off all bypass oil flow Tighten lock disc ao fF oO 6 Set tractor to half throttle Adjust tractor flow control valve so that wings fold unfold at a reasonable speed Keep tractor running for step 7 through step 10 Note On 2 point implements fold and unfold are followed by lift and lower operations 7 Set tractor remote circuit for unfold Lock lever for Figure 55 continuous operation Weight Transfer Adjustment 8 Atthe pressure reducing valve release the lock disc 9 Adjust the knob for an initial value of 800 psi on the gauge Tighten the lock disc 10 At the bypass valve release the lock disc Adjust the bypass valve knob counter clockwise until the pressure reading just begins to fall from the value set at step 9 Turn the knob clockwise
135. ease a flow of liquid anhydrous ammonia under pressure 14 Correct the cause of breakaway only iftrivialtodoin Zf the wind is calm or light do not attempt to bleed the nurse the field tank hose s Your field PPE is not sufficient 15 Consult the breakaway manual for re coupling instructions a PPE Personal Protective Equipment 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 67 NH Unhitching Nurse Tank The procedure is different for exchanging tanks vs concluding application NH Exchanging Nurse Tanks Consult with the nurse tank supplier and all nurse tank documents before unhitching or exchanging tanks a Suspend NH application per NH3 Suspending Application on page 63 The purpose of this step is to minimize atmospheric NH vapor while working at the rear hitch because you may not be able to conduct all unhitching and re hitching steps from up wind of all the tines b Position the applicator cross wind with the wind from the right tines in ground c Use the rope to close the emergency shut off valve d Put on your goggles and rubber gloves e Shut off the nurse tank withdrawal valve A15 Leave the nurse tank hose valves A10 if any open f From up wind and with the orifice facing away from you slowly open the breakaway coupler inlet bleed valve AT3 g Stand clear and wait for the hoses to d
136. ed Perform a calibration per the manuals for the sensor and the SCS 450 A speed sensor input allows the SCS 450 to determine and control application rates at arbitrary field speeds Note The Great Plains Raven AccuFlow and SCS 450 bundles do not include a speed sensor nor the cable necessary to connect a Raven compatible sensor or radar to the SCS 450 See page 139 for an available radar kit See page 154 for harness cables available from Great Plains or Raven Note Two product applicators using two SCS 450 consoles usually require an additional Y cable L32 Figure 19 Raven Flow Control and SCS 450 BOOM CAL S0 SPEED CAL ZC 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup 45 SCS 450 METER CAL This is the pulse vs rate calibration number for the flow METER meter A25 or in system diagrams in this manual CAL Obtain this number from the tag affixed to the meter 5 Enter it into the SCS 450 and record it on the Calibration Ka Card SCS 450 VALVE CAL This is the response time calibration number for the VALVE control valve 30 or 29 in system diagrams in this CAL manual fo Q Obtain this number from the tag affixed to the valve Enter it into the SCS 450 and record it on the Calibration Card SCS 450 PRESSURE CAL Conventional Liquid Fertilizer only Alg This DATA MENU sequence sets zero fo
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140. eeeseneeees coulter blade wear Acme cap cart hose connecting 59 coulter castering Acme inlet cartridge filter 119 coulter height address re cart nurse tank cceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 55 coulter tine 2 adjustments caster angle 172 coulter tube aftermarket console caster brake 125 coupler bleed valve air IN PUMP ou eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeees caster stabilizer 130 coupler outlet bleed valve 23 AIUMINUM CASlEKING EE 83 Covered models cccceeceeeeeeeseeeee amber reflectors Category Il 132 CP18999 EPR gasket ammonium hydroxide Category Wl cciccccssecies ec sccesecieeeces 37 ei Cu AMOCO ooeeeececeseeccccceescettcceceesentteceececs CAUTION defined 2 crank gauge wheel ANGHON cca Aes Eege ee CDS John Blue 11 18 25 30 Cross eeeeccessceseeeseeesees angle caster seenen 897 eree geen 90 93 137 customer service anhydrous ammonia ceramic magnet ss seneiesineeeenn cylinder symbols antifreeze s cscscec ei ccivccececsccess ceramic magnets D application depth chain anchor ou ec ceeceececeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeees DANGER defined 2 application rate chain clip cceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees DATA MENU seen ete me an oy application tube SE EE applicator tube Chain routing ou eee BEEN POO essccictsascicosesdusnassertncasosssacsessasaiande GREEN HEED daytime reflectors B C Ki i
141. eereee 97 NH3 Metering System Troubleshooting ssseeseeeeee 98 General Application Troublesbooting 100 Ground Drive Pump Troublesbooting 102 Hydraulic Drive Pump Troubleshoopnmg 103 The topics in this section presume that the applicator has a Raven SCS 450 console Raven AccuFlow metering system and CDS John Blue Impellicone flow divider If also equipped with conventional liquid capability the topics in this section presume that the applicator is equipped with a CDS John Blue pump and ground drive or a hydraulic pump and Raven SCS 450 console Troubleshooting sections are also found in the following component manuals 016 0159 403 Raven AccuFlow Operator manual 016 0159 831 Raven SCS 450 Installation Operation and Service manual 12 M 43 CDS John Blue NGP Pump Parts and Instructional manual General Applicator Troubleshooting Problem Fold or unfold jerky or imbalanced Lift jerky or imbalanced Cause Air in lines Air in lines Solution Bleed fold lift circuit page 123 Bleed fold lift circuit page 122 Lift Assist casters oscillating Caster stabilizer too lightly set Increase spring tension on caster stabilizer piston page 130 Uneven application depth Excessive field speed Reduce field speed Coulters set too deep lifting entire applicator Reduce coulter depth Rough application conditions Rework the field Worn tines inadequately
142. elow 2 Transport applicator separately from a trailing nurse tank page 53 3 Hitch a trailing nurse tank to applicator at field page 70 To prevent soil compaction on rows set tractor wheels between rows for example 60 inches center to center For hillsides and steep slopes set tractor wheels as wide as possible for maximum stability f ANHYDROUS c Nee i INHALATION HAZARD Anhydrous Ammonia Exposure Hazard NP3000A models Use a tractor with a fully enclosed cab A tractor that is not fully enclosed exposes the operator to substantially more NH vapor particularly if field requirements result in downwind turns or downwind passes Repeated exposure to NH vapor may exceed PEL Permissible Exposure Limits and also induces olfactory fatigue adaptation Over time you become less sensitive to ammonia odor and may fail to recognize dangerously high concentrations ANHYDROUS AMMONIA 4 DANGER A VE Loss of Control Public Safety Hazards Do not transport on public roads with a conventional or anhydrous nurse tank hitched to the applicator Transport with an anhydrous ammonia nurse tank hitched to an applicator is illegal in many places See Transport on page 53 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup 37 2 Point Hitching ADANGER Crushing Hazard Do not stand or p
143. ems selecting and installing components is serious engineering Testing a custom system could be extremely hazardous and field PPE is inadequate for such testing Malfunction of a custom system could result in a major release of NH gas or liquid ANHYDROUS AMMONIA Initial Setup See manual 407 613Q for pre delivery items normally completed by dealer Other first time infrequent setup tasks include e Set lift assist valve page 161 e Install meter console in tractor page 163 e Install any Options not factory or dealer installed 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 e Bleed hydraulic system page 122 e De grease exposed cylinder rods if so protected at last storage ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD ADANGER d Anhydrous Ammonia Release Hazard Use only the Great Plains rear hitch for a trailing nurse tank cart A custom hitch and or mount including any safety chain anchors could fail entirely resulting in a tank cart upset Consequences could include a catastrophic release of NH3 At the very least expect a breakaway event and cart damage e Verify that all time dated components are within their d i Kate be service lives INHALATION HAZARD a PPE Personal Protective Equipment 2014 04 22 Table of Conten
144. ent 407 613P NP3000 and NP3000A Parts manual 407 613Q NP3000 A Pre Delivery manual Manuals for Options 407 551M Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely 12 M 29 CDS John Blue IP 1300 1800 Impellicone parts 016 0159 403 Raven AccuFlow Operator manual 016 0159 831 Raven SCS 450 Installation Operation and Service manual FVC062 Squibb Taylor Flo Max manual 12 M 43 CDS John Blue NGP Pump Parts and Instructional manual HYD MAN Ace Pump Instruction manual a For NP30A and NP40A see manual 407 502M For NP30L and NP4OL see manual 407 313M For 2012 NP4000 see manual 407 776M For 2013 NP4000 A see manual 417 199M b Available from Ace Pump Corporation http www acepumps com 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Introduction 19 Using This Manual This manual familiarizes 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 Option refers to components not part of the standard product and not optional steps If the component is installed the instructions apply Identifies an Economic not a Safety Risk NOTICE provides a crucial point of information related to the current topic Read
145. ent have the hose provider explain the correct order for operations a Acme collars may be aluminum but all internal coupler components must be NH safe typically stainless steel 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Application Overview 27 A11 Bleed Valve s ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards See About Bleed Valves on page 38 Hose valves typically have bleed valves Have the hose provider explain exactly what is bled by each bleed valve The purpose of a bleed valve is to perform a controlled release via an orifice of any fluid or gas trapped in the closed line prior to disconnect at a nearby Acme fitting A single bleed valve may be located on the inlet or outlet side of the valve and only protects that side of the circuit when the valve is closed More rarely a shut off valve has bleed valves on both sides of the valve An older ball valve may have a bleed valve for the ball itself A15 Withdrawal Valve In field operations this valve is opened first and closed first ANHYDROUS Se Ammonia Release Hazard Never open the withdrawal valve unless a all other valves and bleed valves are closed or b the applicator is configured and ready for use Always be on the up wind side for valve operation Always open slowly Always check
146. ep 6 for second weight stack egen Jr THIS le Install Remove Weight Kit Heavy Overhead Object Hazard Do not stand to either side of an elevated weight stack Keep body parts away from gaps between the stack and other machine parts Remain behind and out from under the elevated weight stack Move the stack slowly and carefully Assume a line could fail and that the weights could swing down and to the side Machine Damage Risk Do not install a single weight on either side Do not leave weight pairs uncoupled on either side Always install or remove all four weights When installed always use provided fasteners to couple front and rear weights at their mounts Weights are held in place largely by gravity A single weight or uncoupled pair could tip forward during a sudden stop causing machine damage 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 176 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Warranty Great Plains Manufacturing Incorporated warrants to the original purchaser that this application 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 under normal service conditions for personal use 90 days for commercial or rental purposes This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Great Plains Manufacturing Incorpora
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148. er or lower orifice for a different fertilizer solution density and or a different ground speed To reduce orifice plugging and pump wear use the largest orifice practical for your fertilizer application rate A Figure 58 Fertilizer Drop Line Nozzle Material Loss or Misapplication Risks Orifice size must be appropriate for rate selected Drop line orifice plates do not affect rate on ground drive pumps and are not used to control rate on hydraulic drive pumps If the orifice size is too small over pressure in system may result in material loss at the ground drive relief valve A size too small for a hydraulic drive system may require excess pressure to achieve the target rate An orifice size too large may result in uneven application across all rows If changing rate changing material changing field speed or shutting off rows review orifice sizing Orifice Plate Size 20 28 34 48 59 80 98 Recommended Rate Range in Gallons per Acre Range is 15 40 PSI Nozzle Spacing Values based on 5 0 mph 10 7 lbs gallon Fertilizer solution density 10 inch 30in triple 3 4 5 5 6 3 10 9 5 15 18 30 28 46 51 83 80 131 15 inch 30in twin 2 2 3 6 4 2 6 9 6 3 10 12 20 19 30 34 56 54 88 30 inch single 1 1 1 8 2 1 3 4 3 2 5 2 6 1 10 9 3 15 17 28 27 44 These sizes standard in most Great Plains fertilizer systems 2014 04 22 Table of Contents In
149. eration page 64 3 Discharge the system page 108 The standard discharge is not likely to adequately discharge any plugged or closed lines Expect continuing vapor release at non plugged rows The plugged line discharges back through the flow divider and out the other rows 4 Wait until the plugged tine has warmed to ambient temperature and the liquid level in the plugged loop is about the same as in the open loops 5 Squeeze the spring clamp Slide it up the tubing Pull the delivery tubing off the tine tubing 6 Use a thin flexible tool a coat hanger may suffice to clear the tine tube from above or below 7 Reconnect the application tubing Squeeze the spring clamp Slide it up the delivery tubing Push the delivery tubing onto the tine tube about inch 19 mm Slide the spring clamp to centered in the overlap 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 111 Clearing Plugged Vapor Tubes AMMONIA Elevated Ammonia Exposure Hazard INHALATION HAZARD Follow clearing instructions carefully Wear your PPE Plugged vapor tubes still attached can contain significantly greater than normal NH vapor which is not likely to be mitigated by normal Discharge procedures Disconnecting a charged line releases a dangerous amount of NH vapor PPE is not designed to protect against such a release Burning respir
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151. es DO NOT touch the coulter blade or any other attachments Such contacts cause excess wear to all parts involved At least Je in 13 mm clearance is recommended 1 When the blade is out of the soil adjust the lock collar height to set the height of tine fingers flush with the bottom of coulter blade 2 Side to side alignment can be done by rotating the shank mount around the vertical shaft and retightening the square head set screw 3 The factory setting for Terra Tine height is a distance of 5 4 in 13 7 cm from frame bottom to top of Terra Tine mount Figure 46 Terra Tine Height Note All adjustments must be made with the applicator in the fully raised position Note The factory setting is an initial setting Vary it as needed for your field condition and application Height may be adjusted at the mount set screw or at needs the frame clamp Changing arm angle also changes tine height 4 The factory setting for arm angle is minimum pivot mount hole closest to Terra Tine mount Terra Tine Down Force 8 Refer to Figure 57 ed A series of three holes in the spring adjuster and pivot Force mount plate provide five combinati
152. es open and close under the control of activating See also pressure sensor C32 BOOMS switches on the Raven SCS 450 or other L25 Relief Valve compatible console Ground Drive Option Adjust this valve to activate at L32 Pressure Sensor 65 psi page 94 This valve protects the manifold Hydraulic Drive Option The optional Raven against blockages and from over pressure due to SCS 450 console displays the manifold pressure orifice sizes too small for the application rate or the during operation This is measuring essentially the material viscosity same pressure as the mechanical pressure L26 Dump Line gauge 24 Only one pressure sensor can be Ground Drive Option If the relief valve monitored by a single Raven SCS 450 console operates material is jettisoned at this tube If you L33 Boom observe dumping check the pressure and review Boom Option There is one boom assembly per the orifice plate 38 configuration applicator section Booms may be different lengths L27 Hydraulic Drive Pump and have different drop counts at center and on Hydraulic Drive Option The Ace Wings FMC 150F HYD 206 has a capacity of up to The factory configuration provides the booms 150 gallons minute 560 liters minute See the interconnected as a single section HYD MAN Ace Pump Instruction manual for L34 End Cap maintenance Boom Option In the factory configuration the wing booms each have a cap These caps are removed for clean out see page 118 a A
153. esults in the delivery tubing lifting off the tine tubing at the clamp an open line plug The disconnect is usually easy to spot in the field as a condensation cloud from the row The row is likely to be taking more than its equal share of NH from the flow divider You may see a drop in pressure at the flow divider gauge 42 on page 29 If the plugged line remains closed closed line plug the tubing may be completely full of liquid NH by the time you detect the problem You may notice an increase in pressure at the flow divider gauge A42 or pressure pulses as trapped liquid warms periodically vaporizes and blows back into the flow divider A40 on page 29 Clearing Open Line Application Plugs 1 Stop operation page 64 2 Discharge the system page 108 3 If the tine tubing is cold wait for it to warm to ambient temperature and vaporize any liquid NH3 inside 4 Use a thin flexible tool a coat hanger wire may suffice to clear the tine tube from above or below 5 Reconnect the application tubing Squeeze the spring clamp Slide it up the delivery tubing Push the delivery tubing onto the tine tube about inch 19 mm Slide the spring clamp to centered in the overlap a PPE Personal Protective Equipment Figure 69 Dual Tine Delivery Vapor Tubes Clearing Closed Line Application Plugs 1 Review the WARNING at the top of this page 2 Stop op
154. f Contents 407 613M 128 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Vantage Coulter Hubs Option ve bq 10 1 zerk per coulter 12 13 or 36 total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Fertilizer Pump Bearings 4 modules per fertilizer applicator one zerk per pivot 4 total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Refer to JohnBlue manual for pump maintenance Fertilizer Pump Crankshaft e JB 0 2 inspection fill ports Type of Lubrication SAE 90 EP Gear Oil Quantity 8 fluid ounce capacity Refer to JohnBlue manual for pump maintenance 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 129 Vantage Coulter Pivots een 2 B3 o 59 H K Pd 0 88 ei A 1 grease bank zerk per coulter pivot ed 3 grease banks 12 or 13 zerks total Y Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Tire Pressures 4 tires Check tire pressures more frequently on a new implement and with new tires Check tire pressures before making any level adjustments and whenever there are application problems Ground Drive Wheel Hub Option mm bd 10 1 zerk at each bearing casting 4 total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges
155. facturing Inc Hydraulic Pump Variable Rate Plumbing eg e om a Be j e N y iw er SH Es Xe y a 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 153 Ground Drive Preset Rate Plumbing oy Hi II II EI L K 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 154 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Controller System Diagrams Anhydrous Single Section Controller CONTROL CONSOLE SCS 450 063 0171 220 GP 823 211C d Sain a EN Kl ine KKK KEE le Se PEE el WOH ue WHITE T Li ess CONSOLE CABLE 10 115 0171 085 GP 823 212C RED e Di VEHICLE BATTERY 12 VDC GP al w HS 12 VDC REMOTE CO PEE SWITCHED MASTER SWITCHED J Wo POWER Ei iw 34 25 CME EW lt EXTENSION CABLES 12 115 0159 858 GP 823 215C om 24 115 0159 857 Ge Dees 2 3 e WIDE VA
156. facturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 117 Metering System Maintenance Fully discharge system before performing any maintenance See System Discharge on page 108 If any system components are removed from plumbing when replacing or re installing them use only a pipe sealant specified for use with anhydrous ammonia such as RectorSeal 5 Strainer Maintenance Clean magnets every 4 to 5 tank loads Check strainer screen at that time Ceramic magnets scavenge ferrous metal debris from the flow preventing this material from contaminating the magnets in the flow meter A25 The 20 mesh screen filters out non magnetic particles that could interfere with both accurate flow metering and flow control If the screen cannot be cleaned or is damaged the replacement is Raven part number 339 9000 032 Cooler Maintenance Manual 016 0159 403 the Raven AccuFlow Operator manual has specific recommendations for seasonal cooler storage cleaning and preserving the interior of the supercooler Cooler Hydrostatic Relief Valve This is a limited life part page 115 Check for expiration whenever servicing the cooler Flow Meter Maintenance If flow meter readings are irregular or consistently low relative to the amount of NH3 known to have flowed from the tanks remove the meter for cleaning and inspection Refer to 016 0159 403 the Raven AccuFlow Operator manual for details Co
157. first pass ACAUTION 2 NH Possible Chemical Hazard Anhydrous ammonia is now flowing into the ground Some routinely escapes to the atmosphere Check for leaks Take action if strong odor is detected or a leak seen Turn up wind Turn off flow Check gauges from tractor cab Engage emergency shut off valve if a leak is detected ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Minor odor during application is normal particularly if the tractor cab is ever down wind of recent passes Strong or irritating odor indicates a problem Conditions may not be suitable for application soil too dry cloddy and deeply cracked for example or there may be a system problem ANAN 5 Figure 37 Line Up Gauge Check POWER ON OFFI BOOMS MASTER 0000 of FLOW TROL OW CONTRO 1 2 RATE 1 RATE y ne V MAN DEC A BooM sp merer war rate 1 Rate 2 NV voL SELF WV CAL CAL CAL CAL CAL CAL TANK TIME TEST IL 2 0 An 40 Di BCL TOL 8 J 0 O TOTAL TOTAL FIELD FIELD vol AREA DATA SE AREA VOLUME AREA Rare DISTANCE eg mn Souk i MENU ENTER A d RAVEN Sprayer Control SCS 450 NVM Figure 38 Typical Application Screen a This 5 psi correlation is only true under no flow conditions When NH application begins the pressure reading at the cooler gauge drops d
158. for further information no part number Warning Ball Valve Option This decal should not apply to 2013 NP3000A applicators but might be encountered on nurse tank valves or if repairs are made with old stock after market parts See Avoid Ball Traps on page 107 Older unvented ball valves can trap fluid inside the ball if closed with the line fully charged Great Plains ball valves shipped in 2011 and later have a bleed orifice on the downstream side of the valve ball and do not require this decal INHYDROUS AMMONIA Under Press READ CAREFULLY Raven 039 0159 035 Caution Ammonia Option On front or back side of Raven AccuFlow 2 or 4 total Order replacement from Raven Industries 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 15 Snyder 997176 Option Warning Tank Installation and Use On upper front face of each tank 0 or 2 total Replacement decals available from Snyder Industries www snydernet com To Avoid Injury from Unsecured Transport Tires Never stand on or use transport fires as a step Tires not in contact with the ground will rotate easily BEE 818 398C Caution Tires Not a Step Outside faces of manual gauge wheel arms 2 total 818 587C Caution Read Operator s Manual On front face of front tool bar right of center 1 total
159. for signs of release when opening this valve The withdrawal valve is the application outlet valve It is usually located on the tank top but may be located on the bottom It is color coded red or orange A17 Pressure Gauge This gauge reports the pressure usually in psi of the NH gas at the top of the tank The reading varies with tank and ammonia temperature 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 28 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Conventional Liquid Applicator System Components Hydraulic Drive System Components Options See page 30 to page 32 for callout descriptions Figure 5 Options Hydraulic Drive Plumbing with On Board Tanks Boom and Coulter Attachment 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Application Overview 29 Ground Drive System Components Options See page 30 to page 32 for callout descriptions I fl fff N Cf ff d li L ra Fi i jj ts fed d Figure 6 Options Ground Drive Plumbing with On Board Tanks Boom and Coulter Attachment 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 30 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Liquid System Narrative Tank plumbing and setup requirements differ for ground drive and hydraulic drive applicators The
160. for zero releases 10 NH3 Open nurse tank hose outlet valve 62 if any Check for zero releases 11 Liq Open tank supply hose outlet valve 33 12 Liq Open applicator supply inlet shut off 30 valve 13 NH3 Check meter pressure gauge 62 matches tank pressure gauge 14 NH Enter tractor cab 73 Check ropes present with nominal slack 15 Console Option POWER on 73 MASTER on RATE as desired 16 Lower applicator a hitch lower then Depth Control 48 b wings extend then low rate continuous extend 17 Begin first pass setting switch 73 MASTER to ON 18 Liq Hydraulic remote for hydraulic pump 74 to preset Note These are merged anhydrous NH3 and conventional liquid Liq lists NH Liq refer to material specific operations Some steps may refer to Optional equipment First Pass Operation Checklist Page Monitor the console Option for expected reports of application rate speed and any alarms Periodically check the applicator gauges for expected pressures and temperatures 21 Pay attention to odors Watch for leaks a BOOM 1 or BOOM 1 2 amp 3 section control Pass Turn Operation Checklist Page 1 Set console MASTER switch OFF some distance before end of pass or stop at 63 end of pass 2 NH3 To minimize vapor release wait for flow divider pressure gauge to read zero elt Ze 48 during final pass distance or while waiting at end of pass 3 While slowing at end of pass o
161. from the machine Description of Unit The Nutri Pro is an applicator implement for conventional liquid fertilizer anhydrous ammonia NH3 or both It has a working width swath of 30 feet 9 1 m The applicator has single or triple coulters with tines for sub soil application from optional on board or user provisioned tanks The NP3000 A has a lift assisted 2 point hitch When configured for conventional liquid fertilizer the NP3000 model is designed for use with an optional ground drive CDS John Blue piston pump an optional variable rate Ace hydraulic drive pump or a user provisioned pump When configured for anhydrous ammonia the NP3000A model relies on NH vapor pressure from a separately provisioned trailing nurse tank A Raven SCS 450 console is available for sectional and variable rate control Models Covered Conventional Liquid Fertilizer Models NP3000 1230 30 Foot 12 Row 30 inch NP3000 1230 SD 32 5 Foot 13 Row 30 inch Anhydrous Model configurable for two materials NP3000A 12C30 30 Foot 12 Row 30 inch NP3000A 12C30 SD 32 5 Foot 13 Row 30 inch Intended Usage Use the NP3000 A Fertilizer Applicator to apply compatible fertilizers Do not modify Great Plains provisioned components or install user provisioned components except as authorized or recommended by Great Plains Figure 1 NP3000 A Fertilizer Applicator Document Family 407 613M NP3000 A Operator Rate Manual this docum
162. function 58 O Remove inlet Acme cap 58 O Inspect inlet with mirror 58 TT Check withdrawal valve and all nurse tank 59 hose valves closed O Check for signs of liquid NH in hose 59 O Separate hose and Acme plug 59 O Route hose to breakaway 59 O Connect hose to breakaway 59 Plumbing Checklist Page O Tank s loaded O Supply hose shut off valve closed 30 O Liq Discharge valve s open to pump 30 O Liq Vent if any open 30 O Tank hose s routed to applicator 33 connectors mated and locked O Hose slack adjusted 33 TT Unused hoses secured 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 76 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Field Operation Checklists Perform all steps in Pre Start Checklist on page 47 and Field Set Up Checklists on page 74 The applicator is presumed to be unfolded and raised First Pass Operation Checklist Page Raise fertilizer applicator 48 Unfold if not already unfolded 51 Line up at pass start per plan Pull forward and stop Check console POWER switch ON oy BR ws PM BOOMS switch es ON and a MASTER switch OFF 6 NH3 Re check all line valves and bleed 61 valves closed 7 NH Open tank withdrawal valve 61 Check for zero releases 8 NH3 Open applicator emergency shut off 61 valve Check for zero releases 9 NH3 Open nurse tank hose inlet valve 62 if any Check
163. ge manifold orifice plates e Mesh sizes below 30 are not recommended for use with CDS John Blue pumps es A plugged or partially plugged screen starves the pump resulting in a reduced application rate e Mesh sizes Smallest 100 80 50 30 Largest Figure 60 Fertilizer Orifice Plate Figure 61 Strainer 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 94 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Ground Drive Setting Relief Valve A relief valve is plumbed after the ground drive pump outlet to protect the manifold and pump from excessive pressure Any product that activates the relief valve discharges from the dump line 26 To set relief valve Refer to Figure 62 1 Unlock plastic jam nut from relief valve knob 2 Unscrew knob counter clockwise until it loses contact with internal spring 3 Screw knob clockwise two turns Start at this setting 4 While operating in the field observe manifold gauge 24 and watch for relief valve discharge 26 5 If valve is dumping product and gauge reads under 65 psi stop tractor and turn knob clockwise looking down 1 4 turn Continue operating at normal field speed Repeat this step as needed until no product Figure 62 is discharged from relief valve Fertilizer Relief Valve 6 If pressure gauge reads above 65 p
164. harge is observed set any hose down depart up wind A Remain up wind until the discharge completes 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 107 Avoid Ball Traps ANHYDROUS AMMONIA ADANGER A amona IDLH Anhydrous Ammonia Exposure Hazard Beware of closed ball valves A ball valve can trap liquid NH3 If opened when disconnected this liquid is likely at extreme pressures is emitted forcefully and vaporizes rapidly A 1 in ball valve can trap enough NH to reach IDLH vapor concentrations within moments in a space the size of a two car garage Anyone present could be burned blinded or receive serious or permanent lung injury If this happens in an enclosed space the consequences could be fatal Refer to Figure 67 Always assume a closed ball valve contains liquid NH under high pressure The flow gate of a traditional ball valve is a solid steel ball with a hole through it When closed the hole cavity is sealed by the side walls of the valve body If closed with the line full the ball cavity is full of NH3 If the valve is well constructed that fluid remains there indefinitely presenting future field and service hazards Note If the valve has a bleed valve and or relief valve those safety valves do not vent the ball cavity when a solid ball valve is closed One of them may vent just the
165. he nozzle body or shutoff cap to the boom clamp C35 The inside diameter of the gasket is grooved to accept an orifice plate 38 Do not operate without a gasket L38 Orifice Plate Boom Option These stainless steel plates restrict the flow to the row Their function is to create back pressure to the pump and ensure equal flow at all rows L42 Coulter Arm and Tubing Coulter Option The tubing is protected behind arm structure The arm may be adjusted for release depth relative to coulter depth page 83 L43 Tine Nozzle Coulter Option This stainless steel fitting part number 828 046C delivers the material to the trench opened by the coulters It has an 0 040 in orifice port The standard boom option includes complete sets of plates at three sizes Additional plate sizes are available The orifice size must be matched to the rate and viscosity of the material being applied See page 92 for plate selection and installation 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Application Overview 33 Trailing Nurse Tank Components Refer to Figure 7 on page 34 Application Tank user provisioned Consult tank documents for details of tank operation This manual presumes only that the tank has a compatible coupler and shut off valve This manual also presumes that an applicator mounted pump is in use L12 Vented Tank Lid user provisioned L16 Supply
166. he tractor hitch in position or depth control mode regardless of implement hitch type The implement may be raised and lowered while folded Raise Lower Refer to Figure 21 and Figure 22 The implement front height is controlled entirely by the lower two tractor 3 point arms not visible in figure The rear height of the implement is controlled by two lift assist cylinders Spacers are provided to limit the lowered position The lift assist and wing fold cylinders share the same hydraulic circuit When correctly adjusted the wings partially fold just prior to lift Self engaging lock channels prevent complete folding during field operations The lowered height of the wings is controlled by manually set wing gauge wheels page 84 Raising Field Unfolded These instructions presume that the intention is to lift without folding that the implement is unfolded and that the wing fold locks auto engaged at the last unfold and have not been reset If the intention is to lift and fold see Folding on page 52 1 Open the lift assist shut off valve 2 To raise the implement first raise the tractor hitch This at least partially raises the coulters and if completely stopped raises them with a slight forward motion to avoid plugging 3 Extend the lift assist cylinders normally with an Extend operation of the tractor remote The wings fold partially When arrested by the stops the rear lift
167. heels Even at full extension on level ground tires may not be in firm ground contact They could spin without warning A fall could result in injury Refer to Figure 23 Transport locks are present on all wheel assemblies with hydraulic cylinders To install cylinder stops 1 2 3 Open the lift assist shut off valve page 48 Fully raise implement page 48 Set lift circuit to Neutral Remove and store lift assist spacers page 43 Place channel on lift cylinder rod of each cylinder to be locked Re install locking pin and secure with cotter pin Lower fertilizer applicator onto lock channels Figure 23 Set lift circuit to Float Rear Lift Cylinder Lock Channel 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 51 Unfolding and Folding e Nutri Pro implements have a merged lift fold circuit The lift assist cylinders usually require reconfiguring just prior to unfold and fold Wing locks require reset prior to fold See Unfolding below Unfolding The implement should only be unfolded in the field or fully supported by parking stands and lift assist cylinder transport locks Unfolding At Field These instructions presume the implement has just completed transport is raised and transport locks are installed It is being unfolded for field use 1 Open the lift assist shut off valve page 48 2
168. hen ordering parts from your Great Plains dealer For 2013 and later applicators the serial number plate is located on the center section on the front face of the left front fold cylinder mount For 2012 and earlier applicators the serial number plate is located on the rear face of the center frame ahead of the left caster pivot Record your fertilizer applicator model and serial number here for quick reference Model Number Serial Number Your Great Plains dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new machine If you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received please take the following actions 1 Discuss the matter with your dealership service manager Make sure they are aware of any problems so they can assist you 2 If you are still unsatisfied seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership For further assistance write to Product Support Great Plains Mfg Inc Service Department PO Box 5060 Salina KS 67402 5060 gp_web_cs greatplainsmfg com 785 823 3276 Figure 2 2013 Serial Number Location Figure 3 2012 Serial Number Plate 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index 21 YOUN h Application Overview Legend Tank plumbing and setup requirements differ for j j anhydrous A and conventional systems L The nex
169. hn Blue NGP Pump Parts and Instructional manual Ground drive slipping Pump damaged 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting 103 Problem High Rate Ground drive on High Range when Exchange Range sprockets page 94 rate requires Low Dial setting incorrect Re check Range and Dial settings for rate Low Manifold Relief valve set too low Adjust relief valve page 94 Pressure Ground drive on Low Range when Exchange Range sprockets page 94 rate requires High Field speed too low Increase speed or reduce orifice plate size Ground drive wheel or chains Check condition of arm and chains Check operating height slipping of applicator may be too high If soil is too wet try reconfiguring for a lower manifold pressure or wait for dryer conditions Product Rate speed or material viscosity too Re check pump rate determination Range sprocket pump Dumping at high for orifice plate size dial and console setup Option If correct replace orifice Relief Valve _ plates with a larger size page 91 Orifice plates clogged Use larger plates page 91 or finer strainer screen page 93 Relief valve set too low Adjust relief valve page 94 Tines plugged Clean out tine tubes Material slushy due to low Wait for warmer conditions temperature or actual ice in boom High Manifold Ground drive on High Range when Exch
170. hoist to remove the coulter assembly Set one assembly with a straight shank aside for use as the side dress coulter Chose a rear coulter mounted on the same tool bar face as the mount installed at step 13 27 Dismount all other rear coulters Leave quick attach mounts in place Figure 92 28 Move the selected coulter to the quick attach coulter Coulter on Quick Attach Mount mount on the side dress wing extension 29 Continue at Install Applicator Attachment on page 168 Dismount Rear Coulters This applies only to traditionally mounted rear coulters 30 At each rear coulter shank use a grease or paint pencil to make a mark on the top of the rear tool bar at shank G center line 31 If coulter height has been changed from factory default record the height See Vantage Coulter Adjustments on page 82 for reference points 32 At each rear coulter pivot disconnect the tubing from the grease bank and if installed the fertilizer drop line Use a cable tie to secure each row s tubing to a U bolt at the front coulter clamp Refer to Figure 93 33 Carefully loosen the four nuts 6D at each coulter clamp 4 34 Slide the coulter shank G down out of the clamp 35 Leave clamps in place except as required for step 37 on page 168 Re tighten nuts to no more than Grade 2 torque Figure 93 Rear Coulter Mounts 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 168 NP30
171. i Pro Nutri Pro lift and or fold may not function on this type of circuit 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 42 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Hydraulic Pump Hookup The hydraulic motor used is a 7 gpm 23 liter min motor If the tractor used does not have the capabilities to adjust the remotes down to this flow then a Hydraulic Flow Divider Kit must be installed so that flow can be controlled to prevent operating the pump at excessive speeds See a Great Plains dealer for more information If the tractor has only one circuit capable of continuous flow or only one capable of adjustable continuous flow reserve that circuit for the pump and use another for the main sprayer functions 1 Connect the pump hydraulic hoses to suitable tractor remotes Refer to Figure 15 2 The pressure hose coming out of the tractor remotes must be connected to the motor inlet port P Base end on hose label and the return line connected to the motor outlet O Rod end on hose label 3 Before operating place a stop in the neutral position for the tractor hydraulics so that the hydraulic lever can only be moved to the float and down positions Refer to the tractor operator manual or tractor dealer on information for the neutral stop 4 See page 72 for setting flow rate Raise Parking Stands Refer to Figure 16 Heavy Object Hazard Use the lif
172. ic Relief Valve Maintenance 112 Je E EE 177 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index 1 Uj Important Safety Information Anhydrous Ammonia Safety The NP3000A Nutri Pro applicator includes several manuals in addition to this Operator manual that contain crucial safety information e 407 551M Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely e 016 0159 403 Raven AccuFlow Operator manual e 016 0159 831 Raven SCS 450 Installation Operation and Service manual e FVC062 Squibb Taylor Flo Max manual breakaway coupler Read all of these manuals If you do not have the current edition of one or more contact Great Plains for a replacement copy AMMONIA 4 DANGER Bi A amom EPA EHS Extremely Hazardous Substance Despite the common odor anhydrous ammonia properties are dramatically different from those of household ammonia cleaning solutions dilute ammonium hydroxide An uncontrolled release of NH anhydrous ammonia can easily be fatal or cause permanent disabling injury ANHYDROUS If you are new to NH operations study everything you can about this chemical and how to use it safely ANHYDROUS AMMONIA 4 DANGER Boma Suffocation Blinding Burning Freezing Disabling and Disfigurement Hazards Your life and health the lives and health of your workers and community the continued commercial availability of anhydrous ammonia and cont
173. ie Inflation Chart E 143 Row Shutoff cs eeesesesnseenseetseeseeessetsetenateens DO DIM SSTON EE 144 Strainer Adjustment AA 93 Torque Values Chat 145 Ground Drive Setting Relief Valve E 94 Plumbing Diagrams ssesiieeeeeiieseeiieeserrreeeserreeserrres 146 Ground Drive Set Pump Drive Pange 94 Controller System Diagrams 154 Ground Drive Set Pump Rate Del 95 Hydraulic Diagrams cssesscesessessecsecstcsteseeseeseeses 157 Hydraulic Drive PUMP Pressure 96 Chain Boutmg 159 Flow Based Adjustment Au 96 Appendix B Initial Setup sssssssecsssscseessseeseseeeeees 160 Dead Head Giluetment essences 96 Post Delivery Checklet 160 TroubleShOoting sscccccsseeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeeneneneeneeeens 97 Lift Assist Valve GE 161 Maintenance and Lubrication cessssseeees 105 Appendix C Option Setup 162 Avoid Trapped Anhydrous EEN 106 Hydraulic Pump Setup 162 Avoid Line Trape sees neneeetetenenessseeeaeen 106 Pump Fittings and Needle Valve cccceeeeeeee 162 Avoid Ball Traps ceessecsetessneneestetensessseenennaees 107 Console Installation ccccccesecceesseeseseseseeeseeees 163 System Discharge ENEE 108 Appendix D Accessory Installation 1 164 Normal Discharge EE 108 ode Dress Instalaton 164 GE GE a Conventional Liquid Side Dress 164 Clearing Plugged Times 110 ae re E EE WE Clearing Plugged Application Tubes 110 W g S ee 176 Clearing Plugged Vapor Tube 111 ue Hydrostat
174. ill conditions you may observe the springs in compression most of the time This means that the blades are not reaching the desired coulter depth If applicator weight is available you can increase the spring down force to compensate e In light but rocky conditions the factory spring setting may be higher than needed You can extend blade life by reducing the force at which the blades ride up over obstructions e Applicator weight in almost all applicator configurations is generally sufficient to load the coulters to the full 400 pound factory setting Setting all springs above 400 pounds might require the optional weight kit with some lighter triple coulter configurations Z LPP ISIIISIIFS III IG A lt 6 gt Ze Y E EMA A Vantage 20in Coulter To adjust the coulter spring Refer to Figure 48 1 Raise the applicator and install transport locks See Raising Lowering Applicator on page 48 2 Determine the new spring length desired Force at Blade 300 Ibs 136 kg 400 Ibs 181 kg 525 Ibs 238 kg Spring Length 10 25in 26 0 cm 10 0in 25 4 cm 9 75in 24 8 cm oo Measure the current length of the spring s to be changed If already as short as 9 in 24 8 cm or as long as 101 in 26 cm do not further adjust them Loosen the jam nut Rotate the adjuster nut until the spring is at the new leng
175. iner 23 30 93 100 104 tube applicator 0 134 016 0159 403 manual 1 97 117 117 tubing applicator oo 116 016 0159 831 manual 1 18 78 strainer maintenance n s WAG TUDO EE 133 88 ennn 97 103 163 sub frame oo eee eee reece eee 131 turns tight sesiis 63 039 0159 034 decal ccccccecseseseesees 10 supercooler oo cece eee eeeeeeeee 117 U 039 0159 035 decal n se 14 SUPPONE rai i SEENEN E 130 063 0171 220 console 154 155 ee AppICANGM isisi gt TE NEE 51 L po ee EN EE Q POIN DI S 666 meter SWAY DIOCK 37 Bt 063 0171 793 meter o cececcceeseseeeene 156 Sym OL See oeren S E E si 063 0171 894 valve sesceeseeseein 156 T unhitch nurse tank o ccccccecseseseeeees 67 063 0171 928 valves n s 156 tables URLs tires oo eeeceeeeeseseeeeteseeeeeeeeees 143 063 0172 143 radar seen 156 adjustments oo eeeecesesceceseseteseeeees 78 U ouetomanm eesecececssceteteseseeteteeees 88 063 0172 143 sensor 154 155 document family cceeeeee 18 y F Wess SES Ke e hose color ou eeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeseeeee 41 Valve VALVE CAL wsiciccicceriscesetielideseteciesss 45 models covered aneneen 18 valves C 10 option E SE A EE 133 option manuals ennnen 18 bleed 38 11 option PAEA TE ETE AT EA 133 ifi alee ie eaten ae gp bleed eerste 115 0159 018 cable 154 155 156 orifice plates bypass 85 E EE ee a 91 KI 115 0159 032 cable 154 155 156 orifice selectio control 3
176. injury This checklist presumes that the nurse tank is not yet connected Q Carefully read Important Safety Information on page 1 Q Empty the applicators 10 gallon wash water tank Refill it with fresh clean water Q Review the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS for the anhydrous ammonia Q Check that all time dated applicator components are still within their specified service lives Q Check all plumbing components hose tubing and fittings are in satisfactory working condition Q Lubricate fertilizer applicator as indicated under Jo Avolio ney or Machine Sameer Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance on Hitch applicator to tractor BEFORE filling tanks page 1 27 H Do Nor transport applicator with liquid in tanks Add liquid at the BEFORE transporting fasten appropriate safety chains Q Check all tires for proper inflation See Tire NEVER ride on applicator Inflation Chart on page 143 ees ee ee Q Check all bolts pins and fasteners Torque as shown in See Torque Values Chart on page 145 Q Check fertilizer applicator for worn or damaged parts Repair or replace parts before going to the field Q Check hydraulic hoses fittings and cylinders for leaks Repair or replace before going to the field 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 48 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Raising Lowering Applicator Operate t
177. int damage corrosion signs of tampering or insect activity If visible check the metal surface of the spring If debris cannot be easily cleared replace the valve If there are signs of damage replace the valve If there is any question replace the valve 7 Ifa valve is venting at normal operating pressures replace the valve 8 Never force a valve closed If a valve has remained open after operating or is leaking it is seriously contaminated or failed Replace the valve 9 Never attempt to protect a valve orifice with grease Grease can harden over time and or collect contaminants Either factor could prevent valve operation in an overpressure situation Never plug a relief valve outlet Relief valves are economical defense against serious ruptures and major releases Help a valve do its job of protecting you Valve Replacement The safest source for a replacement valve is Great Plains Check the latest edition of the Parts manual 407 613P or the Great Plains internet parts lookup This assures a correct and compatible part that reflects any engineering enhancements Ammonia Exposure Hazard Fully discharge the system page 108 before removing an old valve Wear protective equipment If the applicator was recently used or ammonia was trapped there could still be NH liquid or vapor behind the valve ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Do not attempt to repair or adjust a relief valve Hydr
178. inuation of agricultural NH transport exceptions depend on you conducting meticulously careful operations Read All Manuals The Anhydrous Safety manual 407 551M this manual the meter manual and the breakaway coupler manual FVC062 are required reading for safe operations All operators of this equipment must read these manuals Even if you are an experienced anhydrous ammonia operator read the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M a AccuFlow is a trademark of Raven Industries b Flo Max is a trademark of Squibb Taylor Inc ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD The diamond icons and decal image above appear in this manual whenever a topic deals with anhydrous ammonia safety See the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M for details on these signs These topics do not apply to NP3000 models configured only for conventional liquid fertilizer 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 2 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc A 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 In addition to design and configuration of equipment hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern
179. ional 15 or 47 Optional __ Optional __ Required 15 Optional 15 Optional __ Optional __ Sprocket Ratio for slide chart Driving 15T 1 674 Driving 47T 5 22 Ground Speed 5 mph 8 kph a For easier scale readings but same net ratio use Loaded Radius 20 Sprocket Ratio 1 9 b For easier scale readings but same net ratio use Loaded Radius 10 Sprocket Ratio 3 0 c Gallons per acre is independent of speed between 2 mph and 9 mph 3 14 kph See advisory below Equipment Damage Risk Ground Drive Plant at or below 9 mph 14 4 kph with the 47T Driving sprocket installed The pump is rated for 450 rpm maximum which is exceeded at and above 9 mph 14 4 kph 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 90 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Ground Drive Rate NP3000 1230 Side Dress SD This data assumes passes are not overlapped If overlapping passes with reduced orifice plates or half rate VeriFlow nozzles on end rows use the standard 12 row data on page 89 NP3000 1230SD Fertilizer Rate Use the slide chart or internet calculator for more precise rate setting NP3000 1230SD JohnBlue Reference Data Use the data below with the CDS John Blue 115797 01 slide chart or with the CDS John Blue internet calculator
180. ischarge h From the up wind side unscrew the nurse tank hose outlet coupler A7 Secure the hose using whatever means the cart provides i Close all opened bleed valves j Release the nurse tank safety chains k Remove the nurse tank hitch pin NH Final Nurse Tank Unhitch a Conclude NH application per NH3 Stopping Application on page 64 The purpose of this step is to minimize atmospheric NH vapor while working at the rear hitch because you may not be able to conduct all unhitching steps from up wind of all the tines b From the up wind side unscrew the nurse tank hose outlet coupler AD on page 29 c Secure the outlet coupler with the nurse tank s Acme parking plug d Close all opened bleed valves e Release the nurse tank safety chains f Remove the nurse tank hitch pin g Remove nurse tank from behind applicator ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Control Variation Hazard If you are using multiple nurse tanks study each one separately Unless they are owned by you and known to be identical there is a high probability that there are differences between them even if they are all from the same terminal 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 68 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Liquid Operations Operations for anhydrous nitrogen fertilizer begin on page 55 Liq Filling On Board Tanks
181. iscretionary options include manifold three choices 135 coulter applicators three choices eeeeeeeeeenee 134 pump wo choices ssesseessesseesrrserirserrrsreeerresnes 137 trailing Bue VE 139 These options are installed prior to delivery if ordered with the applicator Accessories available include Category II hitch pins eee eeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeesneeeeeaes 132 Controller Console se aa iaai 138 side dress extension three choces 140 SPCC SONSOM eassa KRE 139 a variety of speed sensor cables for new or existing SONSOl EE 138 2 Point Hitch and Tank Selection A forward sub frame is required on the applicator and is supplied with the choice of tanking Original Part Bundle Tank Hitch Option Dual 300 gallon tanks large forward sub frame 41 407 608A No tanks small forward sub frame 40 407 607A The tank option 41 includes tank plumbing selector valve and quick fill inlet at the front tool bar The no tank option 40 includes no plumbing Use with a tractor mounted or trailing nurse tank requires customer provisioned plumbing Field conversion is not presently documented Conversion requires replacement of the forward sub frame 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 132 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Category Il Hitch Pin Kit This kit adapts the applicator for use with tractors havi
182. k has a 10 inch vented screw on lid Tanks may be filled at the top or via the quick fill G76 L13 Tank Discharge Valves Tank Option Each on board tank has its own valve which switches the tank discharge port between these states tank connected to selector valve tank discharge closed shut off at valve tank connected to tank drain elbow Discharge valves are normally open to the selector The may be closed individually to prevent tank to tank transfer on slopes L14 Tank Drain Elbow Tank Option This open elbow fitting is used for material recovery and tank wash out page 118 L15 Selector Valve Tank Option This valve is included with the optional on board tank system The valve switches the tank plumbing between three states tank plumbing connected to inlet tank plumbing shut off at valve tank connected to pump system C19 27 L16 Supply Inlet Tank Option With the optional on board tanks or without the tanks but with the trailer hitch option the inlet of the NP3000 applicator is a 2 inch cam lock quick coupler receptacle female FCL The tank supply hose fitting must be or be adapted to 2 inch MCL L17 Inlet Shut Off Valve Tank Option This valve is open only during tank filling with on board tanks This valve is customer provisioned for tractor mounted or trailing nurse tank configurations L18 Strainer Tank Option This fitting contains an 80 mesh screen for filtering large particles and coagulates
183. l casing indicating whether open closed or in between When commanded to a rate of zero this valve does not completely close Use shut off valves to completely stop flow A full slew from fully open to minimum takes approximately 9 seconds A31 Master Shut Off Valve This is the normal control for starting and stopping total application flow in the field for turns etc This component is an open close solenoid valve controlled by the MASTER switch on the SCS 450 When power is off this valve remains at its most recent setting This valve has a visible indicator above the valve ball casing indicating whether open or closed Operation of this valve is essentially instantaneous Its valve ball is equipped with a downstream relief orifice A32 Refrigerant Tap A small amount of the NH flow is taken at this point to provide refrigeration at the cooler There are no operational items for this fitting A33 Refrigerant Line This tubing passes tapped refrigerant NH to the cooler Operator action is to replace this tubing a time dated part when it reaches the end of its operating life See page 115 A34 Cooler Refrigerant Inlet Tapped refrigeration flow enters the cooler at this fitting and is vaporized to chill the liquid entering at fitting 23 There are no operational items for this fitting A35 Section Control Check Valve Section Control Option Only This prevents back flow when section shut off valves are off
184. l ventilated indoor location is recommended Raise applicator page 48 Install lift assist cylinder locks page 50 Unfold wings page 51 Fully extend wing gauge wheels page 84 Install parking stands page 42 Lower applicator onto parking stands Unhitch tractor Ss DD D Jo pm bk ro 0 Wear PPE A discharged system can still contain NH or NH OH at irritating levels Install Anhydrous Coulter Refer to Figure 99 11 Measure a distance of one anhydrous row space from the center line of the left wing outside row unit Use a grease pencil or similar means to mark the position for the side dress row unit on the extension weldment Refer to Figure 100 12 Select one each new 7 417 121D FORMED SHANK CLAMP 2 OD 417 121L NH3 COULTER ROW UNIT ASSY two new 69 806 123C U BOLT 3 4 10 X 6 1 32 X 6 3 4 and four sets new 804 023C WASHER LOCK SPRING 3 4 PLT 803 027C NUT HEX 3 4 10 PLT 13 Align the coulter shank 40 and clamp 67 at the position marked at step 11 above Loosely secure with U bolts 69 lock washers 66 and nuts 63 14 Adjust the coulter height to match the rest of the applicator Make sure that the flat on the shank is flush with the tool bar Secure the clamp nuts a PPE Personal Protective Equipment ANHYDROUS AMMONIA 4 DANGER Bi A amom Suffocation Blinding Burning Freezing Disabling and Disfigurement Hazards Do not perform this installation without first discharging the e
185. lace any body part between applicator and moving tractor You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed between the tractor and applicator Stop tractor engine and set parking brake before attaching cables and hoses The NP3000 and NP3000A is engineered to be used with Category Il or Category Ill tractors Refer to Figure 8 Category ll N This implement is factory set for Category III tractors Category Il requires an optional hitch pin kit see l page 132 B d B d In addition the following bushings not supplied by Great i I Plains may be needed to fit your quick hitch or tractor s Pu Th ET U LI 3 point arms e Lower Links R L 1 inch 28 6 mm LD x 1746 inch 36 5 mm O D Adjust tractor lower links to maximize lifting height 2 Normally the lower arms engage pins in the lower Category I Ose holes of the applicator s three point lugs You may use the upper holes if necessary 3 Set tractor sway blocks to minimize side sway Set peo tractor hitch lift control to Float 4 4 Back tractor up to implement Align lower links with the lower hitch clevis on implement Adjust hitch bushings and spacers supplied with implement according to the category of your tractor Lock pins in place 5 Set hitch for Depth Control mode Figure 8 2 Point Hitch Pins
186. ll amount of NH vapor at low pressure If there is a low pressure release leave the valve open at the current position Move away up wind Return when the release concludes If the line was not discharged opening a bleed valve may release NH vapor at high pressure or may release NH liquid most likely as a spray If the there is liquid in the line segment completion of a bleed can take a long time As the fluid turns to vapor it chills the remaining fluid slowing evaporation If opening a bleed valve results in an unexpected large discharge immediately close the valve and follow the instructions for discharging the system page 108 a PPE Personal Protective Equipment ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Figure 9 Breakaway Check ANHYDROUS AMMONIA 4 CAUTION INHALATION HAZARD Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards Be up wind when operating a bleed valve Wear chemical gloves when operating a bleed valve Wear goggles when operating a bleed valve Do not place your body or head in front of the orifice Follow a check list when operating a bleed valve Open a bleed valve slowly Leave it open until all fluid and vapor flow ceases This can take a long time Figure 10 Coupler Bleed Valve Detail 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup 39 Refer to Figure 11 2
187. losive A Never point a closed valve at your face A If replacing a ball valve don t just check that the new valve is specified for NH service Replace orifice ball valves only with orifice ball valves Replace solid ball valves with orifice ball valves A Install an orifice ball valve correctly The orifice side points down stream in the direction of flow 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 108 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc System Discharge These steps are for clearing an applicator for service or for storage near untrained persons These instructions presume that you have followed the steps at NH3 Stopping Application on page 64 and the nurse tank is unhitched per NH3 Final Nurse Tank Unhitch on page 67 For a breakaway event follow the instructions on page 65 up through breakaway re connection Then perform a normal shutdown other than nurse tank steps per page 64 The challenges in system discharge are e NH liquid can remain in the system after the recommended stopping procedures e NH liquid self cools as it evaporates slowing evaporation It can take a long time for all of it to turn to vapor particularly in cooler weather e Once there is only vapor in the system there is usually little gas movement to drive the rest of it out e The delivery tubing loops are usually the last to clear and may
188. low divider prior to section flow dividers e Each section flow divider has a shut off solenoid valve A11 Acme cap Direction of Flow c gt Exception Flow For more details on components A11 through A49 see NH3 System Narrative on page 22 A31 Master Shut Off Valve A12 Acme inlet A32 Refrigerant Tap A13 Coupler Inlet Bleed Valve A33 Refrigerant Line A14 Breakaway Coupler A34 Cooler Refrigerant Inlet A15 Breakaway Hydrostatic Relief Valve A35 Section Control Check Valve A16 Coupler Outlet Bleed Valve A36 Section Control Bleed Valve A17 Supply Hose A37 Section Control Relief Valve A18 Emergency Shut off Valve A38 Section Flow Divider A19 Strainer A39 Section Shut Off Valves A20 Strainer Magnets A40 Row Flow Divider s A21 AccuFlow Super Cooler Heat Exchanger A41 Flow Divider Manifold Inlet A22 Cooler Intake A42 Flow Divider Pressure Gauge A23 Cooler Hydrostatic Relief Valve A43 Flow Divider Outlet A24 Cooler Outlet A44 Flow Divider Plug A25 Flow Meter A45 Delivery Tube A26 Drain Cap A46 Coulter Tine Single A27 Temperature Gauge A47 Cooler Vapor Outlets 2 A28 Pressure Gauge A48 Vapor Tube A29 Cooler Bleed Valve A49 Coulter Tine Dual A30 Control Valve 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturi
189. lthough the Raven SCS 450 has six section valves the harness provided has only four Valve leads Controlling more than three valves with a single SCS 450 would require the purchase of an alternate harness from Raven 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 32 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc L35 Boom Clamp Boom Option This fitting taps the boom for delivery to the row it contains an 8 psi check valve which prevents dribbling when the system is idle Seasonal clean out page 118 is necessary to prevent over winter freezing of residual material Booms typically have more boom clamps than applicator rows the same boom assembly is used on multiple applicator models Active rows have L39 L40 Nozzle Body Boom Option This fitting adapts the boom clamp to tubing and may be positioned for forward or rear tubing direction VeriFlow Nozzle Option This accessory replaces components C37 and with a spring regulated valve nozzle that requires no adjustment or orifice plate changes over a wide range of flow rates nozzle bodies Co Inactive stations have shutoff caps 36 L41 Drop Tubing B tion This tubi ies th terial to th L36 Shutoff Cap SN Option is tubing carries the material to the Boom Option Unused boom clamp stations are capped Use a gasket with or without plate under a cap L37 Gasket Boom Option This flat O ring seals t
190. n both sides of all hose connections Liq Unhitch Liquid Nurse Tank 6 Disconnect all tank applicator couplers 7 Disconnect the safety chains 8 Remove the hitch pin Move the trailer hitch off the applicator s draw bar a The standard configuration uses only Valve 1 If optional section control is installed also engage BOOMS switches 2 and 3 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 74 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Field Set Up Checklists Use the following tables to develop a final checklist for your tractor fertilizer applicator configuration Additional or fewer steps may be necessary depending on tractor features fertilizer applicator options and planting accessories Mechanical Checklist Tractor Hitching Page O Fertilizer Applicator hitched 36 TT Stands stowed 42 Electrical Checklist Page O Verify electrical hookups solid 40 Mechanical Checklist post Hitching Page O Turn optional console POWER switch to ON Check console and observe any a diagnostic messages O Raise implement 48 O Disengage transport locks 50 TT Check front to rear level 43 TT Check side to side level 84 124 O Set application height 82 NH System Checklist Cart Unhitched Page EE O Shut off rope routed to tractor cab 39 l O Emergency shut off valve closed 55 H
191. n equal fraction of the NH liquid flow A44 Flow Divider Plug Unused ports are plugged with a steel NPT plug Unused ports do not affect flow balance at the other ports A45 Delivery Tube This tubing passes NH liquid flow to the tines Operator action is to replace this tubing a time dated part when it reaches the end of its operating life See page 116 A46 Coulter Tine Single Tines inject the liquid NH3 All but two or four of the rows are equipped with tines having a single smaller liquid delivery tube Tines need frequent inspection for wear and damage A47 Cooler Vapor Outlets 2 Two vapor outlets direct the now gaseous refrigerant flow that entered at 33 to two special tines per cooler A48 Vapor Tube This tubing passes NH vapor flow to the dual tines Operator action is to replace this tubing a time dated part when it reaches the end of its operating life See page 116 A49 Coulter Tine Dual There are two of these special tines per cooler four total on a dual cooler applicator They direct the vaporized refrigerant NH gas into the soil at the larger rear vapor tube They are otherwise identical to the single tube tines 46 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 26 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc The following callouts are for trailing nurse tank cart components See the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M
192. nd 30 inch rows 120 Inch Out of Row Spacing With the caster pins the through inside holes of the lift assist frame and through the inside tubes of the forward caster pivot weldment the caster arms are angled out and provide a 120 inch 3 05 m wheel spacing The wheels are in between 30 inch rows Loss of Control and Machine Damage Risks Never operate with one or both pins removed or with pins installed but not in a caster weldment tube Always install pin from the top in case the cotter is lost If the caster arms are free to pivot at both ends they can strike other implement components and directional control is substantially reduced This could contribute to a road accident resulting in serious injury or death Figure 103 Hitch Shift 90 inches 2 29 m 120 inches 3 05 m Figure 104 Caster Wheel Spacings Note Other configurations of the pins are not recommended In particular it is not necessary to set a wheel stance asymmetry for side dress 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix D Accessory Installation 173 Changing Spacing This is a two person operation If the applicator frame is not exactly level the caster arms may be difficult to control with one hand 1 Hitch the applicator to a suitable tractor page 36 2 Raise the applicator Move to a level and firm
193. nd NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Anhydrous Metering Based on the Raven AccuFlow system Great Plains factory installed systems include all the components identified on pages 147 through page 150 plus all the piping tubing fittings and console harness to hitch Meter Package Original Option Single Cooler Single Section 20 Dual Cooler Single Section 21 Single Cooler Section Control 22 Dual Cooler Section Control 23 Select the dual cooler system for application rates above 30 gpm or for application in colder conditions where the nurse tank vapor pressure might not support a full 30 gpm rate with a single cooler Console The Raven SCS 450 is used only with a hydraulic pump It controls and adjusts application rate based on flow meter input ground speed and operator rate settings This console is sold separately from the cooler system above or hydraulic pump system page 137 which includes the implement harnesses flow meter and valves This kit includes only the console and cab mounting hardware Console Package Part Number RAVEN 450 CONSOLE 823 211C This console package does not include a speed sensor or speed sensor cable The SCS 450 may be compatible with a speed sensor radar or GPS speed output already installed on the tractor Speed Sensor Cable If your existing or purchased speed sensor is compatible with the Raven 115 0159 539 cabl
194. nd the rope itself Replace the rope if cut AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD frayed or worn If the handle connection is not Rope Function Hazard secure take corrective action Avoid rope routes at or below plumbing centerline 9 Uncoil the rope Remove any knots Routes below plumbing center line cannot operate the valve Routes at plumbing center line may fail to operate the valve 10 Route the rope forward and above the plumbing OWLES AL p g y fi p center line but otherwise near center line toward the tractor cab Avoid having the rope rest on or rub against any applicator or tractor parts that could f cause a snag or abrasion Avoid running too far Note On a 2 point applicator the tractor cab may be sideways or operation may bend the handle high enough to provide the angle needed On a pull type applicator it may be necessary to route the rope s over the transport rest Avoid rope routes that are too vertical A rope running at a high angle may fail to fully close the valve 11 Route the rope into the tractor cab 12 Test each rope Make sure each rope can quickly and smoothly close its valve 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 40 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Electrical Hookup Refer to Figure 13 Your fertilizer applicator is equipped with systems that require separate electrical connections For future reference note an
195. nears typical operating value B Headlands Available Any Tractor Lower applicator to ground some distance ahead of the application area Move forward slowly As tines enter ground start meter flow C No Headlands Marginal Tractor Lower applicator to ground at start of pass Start forward movement then meter flow Move slowly until console rate display nears target rate WIND OI U U y turk H U A oe a A RSR Figure 34 Ideal Pass Planning Note The procedures at left are not operating instructions or checklists They are outlines for planning pass starts See the step details starting on page 73 and the checklists on page 76 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 61 NH Monitor Operation Refer to Figure 35 The optional SCS 450 console monitors NH flow monitors field speed and operates the rate control valve to deliver anhydrous ammonia at your desired rate Once setup for the applicator and preferences and configured for the rates limits the monitor is typically used in the RATE 1 or RATE 2 FLOW CONTROL modes POWER must be ON FLOW CONTROL as desired BOOMS 1 or 1 2 and 3 ON all others don t care suggest OFF MASTER OFF except when in field and in ground ANHYDROUS A POWER Switch Ammonia
196. ng Category II hitches gt gt Option Packages Part Number CAT 2 HITCH PIN KIT 596 060A Row Cleaners Terra Tine Row Cleaners These row cleaners are frame mounted ahead of the forward single coulters If row cleaners are used during side dress application order one 207 254S for the13th Original Part Option Number DOUBLE TERRA TINE 12R 302 207 241A NP DBL TERRA TINE ASY 207 2545 a Available only on NP3000 1230 For NP3000A 12C30 order 207 241A row Packages See Terra Tine Adjustments on page 87 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Options 133 Coulters Blades and Tines Anhydrous Coulters g Figure at right shows a coulter with Turbo blade and SS spider sealers a At time of publication a single anhydrous coulter configuration was offered Original Part Ef ANNI Option Bundle S 22 inch turbo coulter 12 row 11 417 122A ect y large spider sealers 12 row 16 417 123A A Package cS E NH 22 Inch Coulter Blades CO h y Order replacement blades as S e Description Pan 8 Number 820 521C S CLTR TURBO 22X 19X 5WV 4 BOLT Vantage Coulters Figure at right shows a coulter with Turbo blade and optional applicator attachment J A choice of Vantage
197. ng Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 147 NH Single Cooler Single Section Plumbing See legends on page 146 and NH3 System Narrative on page 22 A48 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 148 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NH Single Cooler Section Control Plumbing See legends on page 146 and NH3 System Narrative on page 22 K P 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 149 NH Dual Cooler Single Section Plumbing See legends on page 146 and NH3 System Narrative on page 22 A24 seg A et sc Q l i x a Da m Za A28 A33 y BE ON A30 geg 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 150 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NH Dual Cooler Section Control Plumbing See legends on page 146 and NH3 System Narrative on page 22 A12 A11 A 14 Uu ae A48 A45 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 151 Conventional Liquid Plumbing Diagrams e See page 30 for a component narrative Conventional System Elements Th
198. nimize cavitation and orifice clogging Ground Drive Setting Relief Valve 94 Prevent system damage and material loss Ground Drive Set Pump Drive Range 94 Set coarse application rate Ground Drive Set Pump Rate Dial 94 Set fine application rate Hydraulic Drive Pump Pressure 96 Correct pressure range for desired flow Hydraulic Drive Fertilizer Rate Raven Application rate Fertilizer Relief Valve Option 94 System protection minimizing material waste Terra Tine Row Cleaners Option 87 Row preparation Caster Stabilizers 130 Eliminate caster vibration in transport Side Dress Accessory 164 Application between rows a See 016 0159 831 Raven SCS 450 Installation Operation and Service manual or aftermarket console manual 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Adjustments 79 Row Adjustments Anhydrous Coulter Application Depth Applies to model NP3000A only Refer to Figure 43 Tine release depth is set by tool bar height above the ground coulter shank height and tine height ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Chemical Hazard Adjust height dry Make adjustments before charging the metering system with anhydrous ammonia or after thoroughly discharging the system With the tines out of the ground there could otherwise be releases of ammonia at dangerous concentrations Tool bar height is controlled by the tractor hit
199. nk of anhydrous 1 Bleed the line at a relief valve before a detailed inspection See System Discharge on page 108 Refer to Figure 70 depicting cooler relief valve A23 2 Check that the rain dust cap is in place and fully seated Do not operate with a missing cap The cap keeps the spring mechanism outlet vent port and weep holes free of contaminants that could prevent valve operation in an over pressure situation A missing or dislodged cap also indicates that the valve may have operated or may be malfunctioning Understand and correct the reason for a dislodged or missing cap prior to field operations Replacement caps are breakaway Continental 400 DC cooler Squibb Taylor 1325 8 ANHYDROUS AMMONIA 4 CAUTION INHALATION HAZARD Ammonia Exposure and Loss Hazards Understand and correct the reason for any lifted or missing hydrostatic relief valve caps If a cap is out of place that line section may have been closed with liquid NH present which later partially vented dislodging the cap Liquid NH may still be present Carefully bleed the line section before taking any other action It is also possible that the valve disc has deteriorated or has debris under the seat and is venting or leaking at normal operating pressures Any hydrostatic relief valve that fully opens pops must be removed and re tested or simply replaced 3 Carefully remove the dust cap 4 Check th
200. nrnrereresserene 24 ER BE 122 SGEN cicecsteisicccctdeasteatscnvs stocks 23 117 Open Center ceeceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 41 quick coupler c eceeeeteeeeeeeeeees 122 SCS 440 EE 137 optional ee 19 Quick Disconnect sssenesseeseeeeeeeee 122 SCS 450 18 137 138 163 option defined cseceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 19 quick attach ooo cece eeeteeeeeeeeeeteeeeeees 134 SCS 450 EE 163 loire Ule e E E ET 27 QUICK fiI oo eee eeeeeeeeeeeeesteeeeeteeeeeneeees 68 SCS 450 18 44 61 154 155 ORB weie 122 R SOCTION ooeeeeeccccccccceceeeeeeeeesesseseseeseseeenes 31 orientation OSE EE 19 maar an 4 44 section ee lude BEE 21 orifice re 94 PACIAION e err cece 4 section valves esseere 31 orifice plate aasien 32 135 raise selector valve 68 orifice plates oo eeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeees 91 D DOINt oasen 48 semi mounted s ssssessssensnnrnrreeeesene 30 orifice size ssssssseseseseseerereeererrnrnn n 92 EE 48 sensor harness ooo eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeees 163 orifice bleed valve aececccccceeeeeeeseseeees 38 range sprocket eseescssescsseeceeeeesseeeeees 94 serial number 20 Orifice relief oo eeeeees 106 107 AA f C O aaaaaaaa 73 SOVICE ionsar norne ei 20 O Ring BOSS en 122 rate Charts senese gg setup oscillation 125 DATEI 61 73 initial EEN 35 outlet cooler Ee 23 RATE 1 CAL a ei 45 pre planting cceseseeeeseeeeseeees 36 overhead Ines ege ee 5 RATE cece 61 73 seasonal oo eeeeeeeeeee
201. nter stop screw 3 As blades wear keep the release height constant by raising the applicator weldment on the coulter arm Loosen the bolts Slide the weldment up Fi 4 Tighten the bolts ege Vantage Coulter Left If the application height is still too low after this adjustment the coulter blades may be worn and in need of replacement Refer to the Vantage manual 204 376M for further coulter adjustments d Vantage Blade Wear J Blade wear is normal and the rate of wear varies with field conditions and operating depth Consider replacing the blade when the initial diameter has been reduced by 1 to 2 inches Note Although a nominal 20 inches in diameter blades are lightly larger and vary slightly with blade style Figure 50 Vantage Coulter Right 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 84 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Tool Bar Height Adjustment Center section tool bar height is set by the tractor hitch Lift assist spacers page 43 must be selected and in place to assure front to back level Wing end tool bar height is set by independent gauge wheels on each wing end Wings are maintained at level in the field with the weight transfer system page 85 1 Move to smooth level ground with soil as similar as possible to field conditions Set tract
202. ntire system This installation requires opening a flow divider port to the atmosphere This system segment could contain liquid anhydrous ammonia NH above atmospheric pressure It would overwhelm your PPE and could be fatal Figure 99 417 124A NH Side Dress Zen 9 a Figure 100 Install Anhydrous Coulter 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix D Accessory Installation 171 Add NH Divider Port Refer to Figure 101 15 Wear PPE Verify that the system has been discharged see System Discharge on page 108 16 Locate the flow divider for the left wing Verify that the pressure gauge is reading zero 17 Select one new 830 406C AD 1 4MNPT X 3 8 HB SS 18 Choose any plug on the divider Position yourself up wind of the plug Begin to slowly unscrew the plug watching for signs of pressure or residual ammonia bleed off If any ammonia is detected wait for it to bleed off before continuing 19 Replace the plug with the adaptor 43 Use pipe sealant when installing a port fitting Use only pipe sealant specified for use with anhydrous ammonia such as RectorSeal No 5 Do not use tape Cut New Tubing Connect Side Dress Tubing Refer to Figure 101 and Figure 102 20 Disconnect the delivery tubing at row 1 the existing left most row Release any coiled up length fr
203. ntrol Valve Maintenance lt no recommendations found gt On Off Valve Maintenance lt no recommendations found gt Flow Divider Maintenance lt no recommendations found gt ANHYDROUS AMMONIA 4 DANGER A amona Suffocation Blinding Burning Freezing Disabling and Disfigurement Hazards Do not perform maintenance with anhydrous ammonia in the system Fully discharge the system of NH liquid and vapor before working on the applicator ANHYDROUS AMMONIA Tank Failure Early Warning An excessive build up on the magnets suggests that or more more nurse tanks employed since the most recent magnet cleaning is are deteriorating internally Notify the tank cart provider If you own the tanks used take steps to identify the failing tank Equipment Damage Risk Periodic cleaning is essential if NH additives have been used such as Dow Chemical N Serve or Amoco ACA 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 118 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Material Clean Out Liquid With proper attention to maintenance end of day clean out end of season clean out and winterization you can substantially increase the life and reliability of your conventional liquid fertilizer system Protect the pump clean the tanks strainers lines and nozzles and you can avoid costly and time consuming repairs at the next season Fertilizers
204. nufacturing Inc NH Making Nurse Tank Connections These instructions presume an applicator with Great Plains supplied Squib Taylor Flo Max coupler and Raven AccuFlow application system 1 Perform the steps at NH3 Safing Applicator Before Cart Hitch pages 55 ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Anhydrous Ammonia Exposure Hazard Do not skip step 1 Wear your PPE Never open a line without first performing a bleed to check it If the applicator was improperly shut down the hose can contain more NH than your PPE can handle Lung damage burning blindness and death are possible Refer to Figure 31 2 Check that the two halves of the breakaway coupler are firmly mated at the swivel bracket If not see the Squibb Taylor Flo Max manual for re connection instructions 3 Check that the break away coupler bracket is free to swivel relative to pointing directly rearward horizontal by at least 80 to each side 45 up and 20 down 4 Remove the Acme cap on the inlet side of the break away coupler Refer to Figure 32 5 Inspect the inlet Acme threads Ai2 Clean away any debris or other contamination ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Blinding Choking and Respiratory Hazard Never look directly into an ammonia hose or fitting Use a mirror Always assume that ammonia is present in the system There are many ways it can hide and surprise you later See Avoid Trapped Anhyd
205. oD Check that fertilizer applicator is securely hitched to a sufficient tractor page 37 Verify correct operation of lights Raise fertilizer applicator page 48 Install lift cylinder locks page 50 Fold applicator if unfolded page 51 Plan the route Avoid steep hills Always have lights on for highway operation Do not exceed 20 mph 32 km h Comply with all national regional and local laws when traveling on public roads Remember that the fertilizer applicator may be wider than the tractor Allow safe clearance 10 Transport slowly over uneven or rough terrain Final Applicator Setup Prior to hitching nurse tank make and check final implement adjustments This could include Coulter Option depth and castering page 79 Tine condition Sealer adjustments NP3000A page 80 Application depth page 82 Application Rate page 88 Row cleaner adjustments page 87 Make a dry run to check applicator functions running depth and sealing For nurse cart hitching the implement may be raised or lowered folded or unfolded However raised and folded hastens departure if any nurse tank problems are discovered before cart hitching P DO NOT EXCEED THIS IMPLEMENT S MAXIMUM TRANSPORT SPEED OF 20 MPH EXCEEEDING THIS SPEED MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL DURING BRAKING AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TRANSPORT ONLY WITH PROPERLY BALLASTED TRACTOR AND A PROPERLY ATTACHED SAFETY TOW CHAIN TRACT
206. oid reverse moves after cart hitching Refer to Figure 41 2 Bring the applicator rear hitch tongue and nurse tank cart tongue into close proximity a few inches 3 Push down on the red tongue release handle 44 This frees the applicator rear hitch tongue to extend 7 inches 17 8 cm to the rear and 9 inches 23 cm to either side to assist with cart tongue alignment 4 Align the cart clevis hitch with the applicator pull bar Insert and secure the 1 inch 2 6 cm hitch pin 5 Securely attach the cart s safety chain s to the hitch chain anchor s C 6 Optionally re seat the applicator rear hitch tongue at this time by using the tractor to move the applicator backward several inches until the latch on the hitch re engages Liq Making Nurse Tank Connections 1 Close shut off valves on all hoses of both tank and applicator C17 2 Route tank supply hose to applicator inlet G46 Allow ample slack for tight field turns and uneven ground Do not leave so much slack that the hose can reach the ground 3 Remove plug from applicator inlet and any cap on tank supply hose Inspect and clean connector fittings 5 Mate connectors of tank and applicator supply hoses Fold cam levers forward to lock Leave valves closed 6 Ifthe tank has additional hoses secure them at the tank ES ec E CR e Ge L47 Figure 41 Applicator Cart Hitch Equipment Damage Risk Use only pr
207. olt head is 2 0 inches 5 1 cm 5 Tighten the jam nut PS Figure 78 Caster Brake Components Use more or less tension as needed to eliminate caster vibration during highway transport Adjust as needed to compensate for piston wear Replace UHMW piston if its length is less than 11 4 in 3 2 cm Also replace piston if missing Ki damaged tilted or top of piston is visible ORN CE 5 Figure 79 Rear Caster Adjustment Bolt 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 126 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Chain Maintenance Inspect and lubricate chains regularly The slack of new chains tends to increase during the first few hours of operation due to seating See also Chain Routing on page 159 Chain Slack Check slack at fixed idlers within the first 8 hours of operation and tighten idlers as necessary Check slack at spring operated idlers seasonally Refer to Figure 80 which for clarity greatly exaggerates slack and omits the idlers 1 Measure the span for allowable slack Locate the longest span of each chain usually the span which does not run through the idlers 2 Determine the ideal slack Long chains over 36in 91cm in per foot Vertical short chains Lin per foot 2 1cm m Horizontal short chains in per foot 4 2cm m
208. om ties at the row Make sure that there is enough slack for a tube of this length to reach the side dress row If not have your dealer contact the factory 21 Release the remaining length of row 1 tubing all the way back to the section divider 33 Do not disconnect it from the divider Measure the length of this tubing from divider port to row end cut Re route and reconnect it to row 1 Do not re tie until step 25 22 Select one new A45 990 259R EVA TUBING 3 8 ID Cut this tubing to the length measured at step 21 23 Select two new 800 400C HOSE CLAMP NO 10 593 ID SS Slide one over each end of the new tubing 24 Connect the new tubing to the adaptor installed in step 19 Route the tubing along the rear tool bar passing through the pin axis at the wing hinge Coil up excess behind or around the tool bar Connect the wing end to the coulter tine Secure both ends with clamps OS 25 Secure all tubing with ties provided 26 Note change in swath for rate setting a PPE Personal Protective Equipment ANHYDROUS AMMONIA A DA N G E R amp INHALATION HAZARD Suffocation Blinding Burning Freezing Disabling and Disfigurement Hazards Do not perform this installation without PPE or without verifying system discharge This installation requires opening a flow divider port to the atmosphere This system segment could contain liquid anhydrous ammonia ND It would overwhelm your PPE and could be fatal
209. ons for different O levels of spring tension The following table shows the oO down force levels available Terra Tine Spring Tension per Tine Disc Position Newtons Pounds D 1 53 12 O O 2 76 17 Q 3 98 22 Position 5 Maximum 4 120 27 Force 5 138 31 Note Changing force also changes height Figure 47 Terra Tine Force 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 82 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Vantage Coulter Adjustments Applies to model NP3000 or NP3000A with optional liquid capability Fertilizer release height is normally at or just above the ground and is controlled by three adjustments Refer to Figure 48 1 Tool bar height This affects coulter depth The procedure for setting tool bar height varies with hitch type See page 84 2 Fertilizer arm height page 83 This affects arm height relative to the coulter This adjustment is primarily to compensate for blade wear 3 Coulter height page 83 This affects coulter height relative to the tool bar and is normally not adjusted Factory settings 25 in 63 5 cm above ground at 4 in coulter depth 7 5 in 19 1 cm coulter shank distance 1 in 2 5 cm release height Vantage Coulter Force Coulter springs are set to 400 pounds 181 kg In normal operation at target running depth the spring is at full extension It compresses briefly as obstructions are encountered e In heavy no t
210. or hard surface 3 While raised remove any lift lock channel or spacers on the lift assist cylinder 4 Lower the applicator until the caster tires are just out of ground contact Set the lift circuit to Neutral and shut off the tractor 5 Remove the hairpin cotter at a caster pin Have one person control the caster position Remove the pin Figure 105 Caster Wheel Spacing Pin 6 Reposition the caster as desired for the new spacing Insert the pin Secure with cotter Repeat for other caster Re Space Caster Pivots s n C1016A Refer to Figure 106 Both casters are moved inward from the standard 120 inch spacing so that they run in fertilizer row in side dress 7 Attach a hoist or lift to a caster to support its weight 8 Loosen the four nuts at the clamp bracket 9 Slide the bracket and caster toward implement center by 15 inches Re tighten nuts to 10 Grade 5 torque specification 10 Repeat step 7 through step 9 for the other caster Reset and Disable Pumps 11 With side dress installed both the row count and swath of the implement change Configure the ground drive pump or controller console for 13 rows and the wider swath Fertilizer Rates on page 88 12 On triple coulter applicators take steps to prevent the rear boom pump from operating Remove the contact wheel or a chain from a ground drive Leave the hydraulics disconnected for a hydraulic pump
211. or brakes 2 Determine the desired coulter depth 3 Unfold the applicator page 51 4 Raise the applicator to bring the wing coulters off the ground and the wings slightly above level Refer to Figure 51 5 At each gauge wheel use the crank to remove tension at the pin Remove the pin 6 Use the crank to extend the wheels far enough to keep the wing coulters off the ground 7 Unfold the wings until the gauge wheels are on the ground Set fold lift circuit to Float 8 Use the 2 point hitch to lower the applicator until the center section coulters are just at ground level 9 Check frame front to back level and adjust spacers page 43 as necessary 10 Adjust the gauge wheel heights to bring the wing coulters to the same height as the center section just above the ground 11 Measure the length of exposed gauge wheel tube 12 Crank the wheel up by the desired coulter depth exposed tube length becomes length minus the coulter depth Capture this setting by re inserting and securing the pin Gi 13 Crank the wheel up until the tube solidly contacts the pin This transfers wheel loads to the pin and not to the crank 14 At the center section measure the tool bar height above the ground Operating height is this distance less the desired coulter depth 15 Pull forward lowering the 2 point hitch to operating height Set a stop on the 2 point circuit to capture this height 16 Adjust weight
212. ostatic relief valves are factory set and tested on specialized equipment to discharge at a specific pressure On the component being protected by the valve inspect the threaded hole after removing the valve If there are signs of corrosion replace the entire component Use pipe sealant when installing a replacement valve Use only pipe sealant specified for use with anhydrous ammonia such as RectorSeal No 5 Do not use tape Record the replace by date of the new valve in the Replacement Log section of this manual beginning on page 114 ANHYDROUS AMMONIA A CAUTION INHALATION HAZARD Ammonia Exposure and Rupture Hazards Always replace a relief valve with a valve A that is an external hydrostatic relief valve A that is specified for anhydrous ammonia service A that has the same NPT pipe thread size and A that is rated for the same discharge pressure as the valve removed or as otherwise specified by Great Plains or the manufacturer of the protected component Discharge pressure is specific to the valve location in the system Using a valve rated too high could result in bursting of system components and a major liquid NH release Using a valve rated too low could result in unexpected liquid NH release and material loss during application 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 114 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing
213. oughly read and understand the instructions in this manual before operation Read all instructions noted on the safety decals A Be familiar with all applicator functions A Operate machinery from the driver s seat only A Do not leave applicator unattended with tractor engine running A Do not stand between the moving tractor and applicator during hitching A Keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts A Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts A Make sure all persons are clear of working area Si Kk 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Important Safety Information 9 Safety Decals Safety Reflectors and Decals Your implement comes equipped with all lights safety To install new decals reflectors and decals in place They were designed to 1 help you safely operate your implement A Read and follow decal directions 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 A Keep lights in operating condition A Keep all safety decals clean and legible A Replace all damaged or missing decals Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer Refer to this section for proper decal placement A When ordering new parts or components also request corresponding safety decals
214. ount near Flo Max coupler 1 total See NH3 Operations on page 55 and separate manual Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely 407 551M Conventional Models On left face of ground drive pump mount 1 total See Liquid Operations on page 68 Conventional Models On decal mount at optional rear hitch and or on front face of each center tank leg 1 total See Liquid Operations on page 68 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 12 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc A DANGER CRUSHING HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death Do not stand between implement and moving tractor Keep others away 818 590C Danger Hitch Crush On front of frame tube both sides of hitch 2 total amp DANGER ELECTROCUTION HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death Stay away from power lines when transporting extending or folding implement Electrocution can occur without contacting power lines 838 5990 838 599C Danger Electrocution On frame tube outside parking stands 2 total DANGER A A Ee F A E HAVE EMERGENC i INSTRUCT ez Y WATER AVAILABLE 848 534C Squibb Taylor FM125 2000 Danger Safety Coupler Option On decal mount near Flo Max coupler 1 total This decal summarizes the mechanical procedure for coupler re connection after a breakaway event Rely on
215. ous ammonia in the system Fully discharge the system of NH liquid and vapor before working on the applicator The delivery tubes are open to the atmosphere at the tines When they don t clear immediately they are likely to absorb atmospheric moisture forming ammonium hydroxide NH OH in the tubes This liquid is highly caustic and can persist for weeks or months but remains liquid at ambient temperatures is harmless to the tubing and emits ammonia vapor slowly If there is liquid in the tubes and it is not cold it is likely to be an NH OH solution and not pure NH3 p gt Ws Ke SA Figure 68 Delivery Loops 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 109 System Blow Out 4 To rapidly reduce the vapor in the system to trace amounts use compressed air at the Acme inlet A12 a You will need to have the console connected to the meter harness and powered up Have the console up wind of the applicator If liquid NH3 is suspected to be present lower the tines into the ground Connect the air hose to the Acme inlet A15 Use hose extensions as needed to perform this blow out outdoors You also need a connection at the Acme inlet that does not rely on a person standing there to maintain it Open all line valves Open the emergency shut off valve A18 On the console turn the POWE
216. pass valve in pump Solution Factory installed pump check bleed line for plugging Second pump open petcock valve or check bleed line Close valve or re adjust for Open Center system See pump motor manual Impeller or volute worn Repair pump Excess Incorrect console setup Re check METER CAL and BOOM CAL Material Flow meter malfunction Consult dealer Remaining but no alarms Material Incorrect console setup Re check METER CAL and BOOM CAL Consumption Flow meter malfunction Too High but no alarms Consult dealer No Fertilizer Pump not primed Flow Factory installed pump check bleed line for plugging Second pump open petcock valve or check bleed line Strainer plugged Close all valves Inspect strainer page 119 Clean screen as needed Material run out Check tank level 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index 105 Ga Maintenance and Lubrication Proper servicing and maintenance is the key to long applicator life With careful and systematic inspection you can avoid costly maintenance downtime and repair Always turn off and remove the tractor key before making any adjustments or performing any maintenance A DANGER O i e INHALATION HAZARD Suffocation Blinding Burning Freezing Disabling and Disfigurement Hazards Do not perform maintenance with anhydrous ammonia in the system Full
217. perly configured during or after filling Disconnect the outlet end of the hose from the Acme parking plug or remove the Acme plug Inspect the outlet Acme threads Clean away any debris or other contamination Refer to Figure 33 11 12 Route the cart hose along the cart tongue securing it to any clamps or caddies provided Do not clamp or tie the hose within 3 feet 92 cm of the breakaway coupler inlet A1 Allow at least 13 inches 33 cm slack in the hose within the first 3 ft Do not allow excess slack that could allow the hose to snag or drag on the ground Bring the hose outlet and applicator inlet into contact Hand tighten the swivel collar or shroud on the hose fitting Do not use tools You only need to adequately compress the gasket in the applicator inlet NH Dry Run Before activating the NH delivery cautious practice is to make one dry run pass including a turn in each direction This assures that tine depth is set correctly hydraulics are working correctly the nurse tank cart is tracking without issue proper slack exists for all hoses and harnesses and the meter console is reporting correct field speed a PPE Personal Protective Equipment Figure 33 Cart Hose Connected 2014 04 22 Table of Contents 407 613M 60 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NH Pass Planning If field requirements permit you can minimize expo
218. plumbing system to the selector valve are below the elbows These lines must be disconnected to completely drain them Possible Chemical Hazard Wear proper protective equipment as required by chemical manufacturer Avoid prolonged breathing of chemical fumes Wear respirator as required by chemical manufacturer Some chemicals will cause serious burns lung damage and death Avoid contact with skin or eyes Seek medical assistance immediately if accident occurs Know what to do in case of an accident Equipment Damage Risk Do not leave fertilizer or fertilizer residue in pump Do not allow air to enter pump Even for short periods of storage the entrance of air into the pump causes RAPID and SEVERE CORROSION Figure 72 Tank Discharge Valves Figure 73 Tank System Valves 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Maintenance and Lubrication 119 Liquid Fertilizer Strainer Maintenance Refer to Figure 74 The fertilizer system uses an in line strainer to keep damaging particulates out of the pump The strainer becomes clogged over time reducing pump rate Plan to clean the strainer several times per season Don t wait for application rates to fall below target Higher quality liquid fertilizers may require less frequent cleaning Disassemble and clean the strainer prior to storage to preven
219. port Clearance 16in nominal depends on tractor hitch Wing Down Flex 10 Min Tractor HP Reg 145 180 hp 145 180 hp 145 180 hp 145 180 hp Hydraulic Circuits Req 1 Circuit 2250 psi 5 gal min Weight Maximum Empty 13500 Ibs 13800 Ibs 11300 Ibs 11600 Ibs Weight Maximum Full 16600 Ibs 16900 Ibs N A N A Transport Tire Size 265 70B16 5 10 16 5 NHS 8 Ply Skid Loader 4140 lbs 5 mph Wing Gauge Wheel Tire 20 5X8 0 10 Load Rating E 1520 Pounds Operating Depth 3 to 7 in Do not exceed 7 0 in release depth is 3 4 in above coulter depth Rear Hitch Optional Option Schu ck Model 850 Nurse Tank Capability 2000 Gallons 1 Power requirements vary significantly with conditions and practices Tire Inflation Chart Tire Warranty Information Wheel Tire Size Inflation All tires are warranted by the original manufacturer of the tire Tire warranty information is found in the brochures included with 60 psi our Operator s and Parts Manuals or online at the Lift Assist 265 70B16 y p Sa g EE ES 415 kPa manufacturer s web sites listed below For assistance or information contact your nearest Authorized Farm Tire Retailer Baa 20 5X8 0 10 20 pel auge 620 kPa Manufacturer Web site Firestone www firestoneag com Gleason www gleasonwheel com Titan www titan intl com 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 144 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index
220. preparing trench Replace worn tines Wings too Shallow Insufficient weight transferred to wings Increase weight transfer page 85 Center too Shallow Excess weight transferred to wings Decrease weight transfer page 85 Sealers not compacting the soil as desired Sealer adjustment not optimal Adjust sealer page 80 Not level front to rear Too wet or cloddy Check applicator front to back level page 43 Wait until drier weather or rework ground 2 Point Lift Assist slow Adjustment valve not fully open Open valve page 161 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 98 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NH Metering System Troubleshooting Problem Pressure Spikes no alarm Cause Plugged tine or tines Solution Stop application per page 64 Lift applicator and inspect tines Clear any plugging per Clearing Plugged Tines on page 110 Flow divider pressure sag Open line or lines Stop application per page 64 Lift applicator and inspect tines for open line plugging Clear any plugging per Clearing Plugged Tines on page 110 Temperature Rise no alarm Plugged refrigerant vapor line Stop application per page 64 Lift applicator and inspect tines Clear any plugging per Clearing Plugged Tines on page 110 Rate Alarm Low System not fully charged
221. r transport tractor must weigh at least 150 of the implement plus the loaded nurse tank This weight is substantially higher than the required transport weight NP3000 1230 Configuration Weights NP3000A 12C30 Configuration Weights Minimum Typical Maximum Minimum Typical Maximum Empty 7200 Ibs 13900 Ibs 16100 Ibs Empty 8900 Ibs 11300 Ibs 11500 Ibs 3300 kg 6300 kg 7300 kg 4000 kg 5100 kg 5200 kg Full 17000 Ibs 19200 Ibs Full 16900 Ibs 7700 kg 8700 kg 7700 kg Minimum Single coulter one boom no tanks no pump no row Minimum Single NH3 only spiders no row cleaners no rear cleaners no rear hitch no side dress hitch no side dress Typical Triple coulter one boom tanks ground drive pump no Typical Dual Sectional NH3 only spiders row cleaners row cleaners no rear hitch no side dress weights rear hitch side dress Maximum Triple coulter two booms tanks dual ground drive Maximum Dual materials tanks 1 boom ground drive pump row pumps row cleaners rear hitch side dress cleaners weights rear hitch side dress 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 54 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Transport Steps Know your applicator weight See page 53 142 or 143 for a list of approximate weight of various configurations If tractor capabilities are marginal check actual weight of applicator at a scale 1 OoONOaPr
222. r stopped Ap Fold and lift to partially fold wings 51 5b Raise 3 point hitch 6 Turn up wind if possible Turn slowly to avoid tank cart upset 63 Do not turn too tightly 7 Make turn Line up for next pass 8 Lower applicator same as step 16 for First Pass at left 9 Begin pass setting switch 73 MASTER to ON 10 Begin next pass a Monitor flow divider pressure during end of pass operations and turns Adjust operations as needed if true zero pressure is desired b These steps are for a full stop prior to a turn H the lift is conducted while in motion the exact order of hitch and lift assist raising is not critical The objective is to avoid any reverse motion of tines 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 77 Short Term Parking 1 Conclude application per NH3 Stopping Application on page 64 and or Liq Stopping Application on page 73 2 Unhitch nurse tank per NH3 Final Nurse Tank Unhitch on page 67 or Liq Unhitch Liquid Nurse Tank on page 73 3 Choose an applicator parking location with level firm ground Do not unhitch on a steep slope 4 Recover emergency shutoff rope from tractor Store on applicator Fully raise applicator page 48 Fold applicator page 51 Engage lift assist transport locks page 50 and deploy parking stands page 42 8 Lower applicator
223. r the pressure LC 2 BOOMS Perform this operation only when lines are at zero transducer C33 in system diagrams in this manual pressure POWER FLOW CONTROL MASTER 1 2 3 4 5 6 ON RATE 1 INC ON RATE 2 VNNNNN e OFF MAN DEC OF 4 7 et ee s i vaxe me 2 S me KE IC ZC AC AC AC GC JC SC YOK g ce TOTAL TOTAL FIELD FIELD pistance sep yo AREA DATA ENTER allo Ula io a lle ils Gils Gils Gite Glo RAVEN Sprayer Control SCS 450 NVM SCS 450 RATE 1 CAL This is your primary desired application rate typically in RATE 1 gallons per acre CAL TO SCS 450 RATE 2 CAL This is your secondary desired application rate typically RATE 2 in gallons per acre If you have no alternate rate CAL preferred set this to RATE 1 CAL so that the control valve won t slew if you need to switch to MAN mode 8 SCS 450 TANK VOL Optional If entered the material consumed as VOL measured by the flow meter is continuously subtracted TANK from this number and may be used to signal a low tank alarm The number needs to be re entered at each refill SCS 450 TIME Optional The SCS 450 which is always in 24 00 hour time format defaults to 00 00 and resets to that after 10 TIME days of inactivity You may use this menu to set the actual time 0 2014 04 2
224. ro Liquid Fertilizer is designed for application at 0 to Gin 0 to 15 3 cm For adjustment see Vantage Coulter Adjustments on page 82 To check level lower the implement into the ground in representative conditions 2 Point Front to Back Level Spacers The rear lift assist assembly must be set to match the gauge wheels and 2 point hitch in front Lift assist lowered height is controlled by provided spacers on the lift cylinder rods To set 1 Lower implement until lift assist wheels are just off the ground 2 Raise implement until wheels touch ground just firmly enough to resist spinning Refer to Figure 18 3 Insert a combination of spacers to fill the space on the rod between the cylinder end and clevis 4 Raise and lower implement Pull forward and check coulter depth and front to back level Adjust spacers as required to achieve desired application depth U t B IAD fe a g Figure 17 2 Point Leveling Figure 18 Lift Assist Lowered Height 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 44 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Meter Variable Rate Setup Option This topic presumes that the Nutri Pro applicator has one or more Raven SCS 450 consoles speed radar flow meter pressure sensor section control valves and for anhydrous models single or dual Raven AccuFlo
225. roof unlined gloves Neoprene is recommended A Cloth coveralls outer clothing changed daily waterproof items if there is a chance of becoming wet with spray A Waterproof apron A Waterproof boots or foot coverings A Do not wear contaminated clothing Wash protective clothing and equipment with soap and water after each use Personal clothing must be laundered separately from household articles A Clothing contaminated with certain pesticides must be destroyed according to state and local regulations Read chemical label for specific instructions ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 4 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Avoid High Pressure Fluids Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury This fertilizer applicator requires a Power Beyond port which is always under pressure when the tractor is running A Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines A Use a piece of paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks A Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems A If an accident occurs seek immediate medical attention from a physician familiar with this type of injury Minimize Radiation Exposure The optional DICKEY john RVS II and
226. rous on page 106 6 Using a hand mirror inspect the gasket inside the fitting A12 If there is no sign of ammonia and no odor you can remove the gasket by hand for closer inspection This gasket makes the liquid tight seal between the hose and break away coupler Inspect it for a smooth face no cracks chips or weathering and no sign of permanent compression Replace gasket as needed for a tight seal a PPE Personal Protective Equipment Figure 31 Applicator NH Inlet Figure 32 Inspecting Fitting With Mirror 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Operating Instructions 59 NH Connect Cart Hose Refer to Figure 33 Continue wearing your NH PPE 7 8 10 Verify that the nurse tank hose withdrawal valve is closed Hand tighten only Do not use tools Verify that any hose valves A10 not shown here are also closed Hand tighten only Do not use tools Check for signs that there may be residual NH in between the Acme plug and the outlet shut off valve e strong ammonia odor e hissing of escaping gas e fitting getting cold e dripping or spraying fluid If there are any signs of residual NH leave the plug in but loose until the ammonia has vented and the Acme fitting has re warmed to ambient temperature This could take tens of minutes if the cart was impro
227. s of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in this written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale This warranty does not cover damage caused by acts of God or accidents No part of this warranty extends to dealer or customer installed equipment not sup plied by Great Plains Great Plains shall have no liability whatsoever for damages or injuries resulting from equipment not supplied by Great Plains This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Great Plains Manufacturing Incor porated within 10 days from the date of original purchase Y sc N NAI N 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index 177 Uj Index Calibration Card ceeeeee 44 45 console 18 35 61 73 138 163 EE callouts 0 Continental ccccceesesseeeeeeeeeeee ACA iceccescccccccsssseeceeeessseeeeees canister filter ia continuous flow accident hydraulic Cat E deeg deed control valve oo eeeeeeseeeeeeteeneees AccuFlow 10 capacities controller diagram ACC gt sectesucveniadevn tection eden cap missing cooler bleed valve ACE PUMP ou eeeeeseesecssccseeseeeseeseecseeeees Cap valve cooler intake Ace Pump Connections Card Calibration cooler outlet rn ACME EEN Carry hose eeeeeeeceeesseeeeet
228. s the standard nozzle size included with the coulter Manifolds and Accessories Fertilizer wet booms manifolds are not standard Select one or two booms and attachment kits depending on row applicators installed Order pumps separately Manifolds Manifolds are installed before delivery if ordered as options with the applicator If a pump is also ordered only the front manifold is plumbed to the pump Manifolds include drop lines but not row applicator tines Original Part Manifold Package Option Bundle 1ST PRODUCT MANIFOLD 13 outlet forward boom SECOND PRODUCT MANIFOLD 24 outlet rear boom FRONT amp REAR MANIFOLD 12 outlet front amp 36 outlet rear 65 407 627A 66 407 628A 67 407 680A Fertilizer Orifice Plates The manifold systems and the side dress accessory include size 28 34 and 48 plates To order alternate plates use the following part numbers Order one per row unit See Select and Install Orifice Plates on page 91 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 136 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Variable Rate Nozzles These SprayTarget VeriFlow regulators replace the standard nozzles and orifice plates They provide consistent back pressure over a wide range of rates This eliminates changing orifice plates and enables prescriptions varying rates during application
229. s warmed to ambient temperature and there is no liquid in the vapor line 5 Loosen the screw clamp Slide it up the vapor tubing Pull the vapor tubing off the tine tubing 6 Use a thin flexible tool a coat hanger wire may suffice to clear the tine tube from above or below 7 Reconnect the vapor tubing Push the vapor tubing onto the tine tube about inch 19 mm Slide the screw clamp to centered in the overlap and secure a PPE Personal Protective Equipment Figure 70 Dual Tine Vapor Tube Clearing Open Line Vapor Plugs 1 Stop operation page 64 2 Discharge the system page 108 3 If the tine tubing is cold wait for it to warm to ambient temperature and vaporize any liquid NH3 inside 4 Use a thin flexible tool a coat hanger may suffice to clear the tine tube from above or below 5 Reconnect the vapor tubing Push the vapor tubing onto the tine tube about 3 4 inch 19 mm Slide the screw clamp to centered in the overlap and secure 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 112 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Hydrostatic Relief Valve Maintenance Relief valves require scheduled replacement and periodic inspection Relief Valve Inspection Inspect relief valves seasonally and during periodic maintenance Check for cap present step 2 prior to each application from a fresh ta
230. si change toa larger orifice Go to step 2 Repeat steps Ground Drive Set Pump Drive Range Refer to Figure 63 Two Driving sprockets are provided for the pump Low Range 15T High Range 47T The choice of Driving sprocket depends on the application rate desired The pump adjuster dial see Figure 64 must be in the range 2 to 10 for consistent pump rate Use the rate chart on page 89 to determine which Range to use for the rate desired For applicators with optional variable rate capability choose the sprocket which at dial setting 10 provides a rate higher than the maximum you intend to use If Low range suffices use it for reduced pump wear To change Driving sprocket 1 Loosen the bolt securing the rear idler Slide the idler forward Lift the chain off the lower Driving sprocket 2 Remove pins at the storage and Driving shafts 3 Exchange sprockets Re pin 4 Re engage idler for slack of inches 9 mm in the Figure 63 longest chain span Pump Range Sprockets 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Fertilizer Rates 95 Ground Drive Set Pump Rate Dial Refer to Figure 64 Consult the 12 M 43 CDS John Blue NGP Pump Parts and Instructional manual for complete details on pump operation and maintenance 1 Loosen the nut at the setting pointer 2 Use the setting wrench to rotate the
231. side dress application if no rear applicators are available for relocation order one each 204 261K and 800 390C for the13th row Original Part Manifold Package Option Bundle REAR CLTR FERT TINE OPTION 24 applicator arm kits FRNT CLTR FERT TINE OPTION 12 applicator arm kits FRONT amp REAR TINE OPTION 36 applicator arm kits 60 204 259A 61 204 260A 62 204 271A RH FERT TINE ASSY 204 261K CLAMP WRM DRV 6 SS S 800 390C Coulter Blades Single Blade Part Number 20 3in fluted blade Giel wave 820 074C 20 2in turbo blade in wave 820 180C 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Options 135 Coulter Nozzles Nozzle Description Rer Nozzle Description Nea Solid Stream H1 4U SS0002 size2 828 036C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0015 size 15 828 043C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0003 size 3 828 037C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0020 size 20 828 044C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0004 size 4 828 038C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0030 size 30 828 045C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0005 size 5 828 039C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0040 size 40 828 046C2 Solid Stream H1 4U SS0006 size 6 828 040C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0050 size 50 828 054C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0008 size 8 828 041C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0060 size 60 828 055C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0010 size 10 828 042C Solid Stream H1 4U SS0070 size 70 828 056C a This i
232. sor flow meter electronic control valve and harnesses compatible with Raven SCS 440 or SCS 450 consoles console not included Pump bundle 24 407 644A has shorter hydraulic hoses and is intended for use on applicators without on board tanks The Ace pump includes all fittings needed for use with open center and load sensing LS or pressure compensating PC closed center hydraulic systems Fitting removal and or needle valve adjustment is required prior to first use see page 162 Hydraulic drive pump bundles 23 407 633A and 24 407 644A and require a new or existing Raven SCS 440 or SCS 450 controller and a new or existing compatible speed sensor User Provisioned Tanks For tractor mounted or trailing nurse tanks some customer provisioned plumbing is required For trailing nurse tank also order a rear hitch page 139 8 il o co WS E Si o st D a 9S EN Den Dn Sg Be Second Pump Note A second pump requires user provisioned plumbing to the tractor tank trailing nurse tank or to one of the on board tanks A second hydraulic pump requires a second controller console A second hydraulic pump requires a user configured air bleed line for priming The supplied fitting and tubing may be incompatible with the tanking used Replace the topmost LG inch NPT plug with a Le inch NPT petcock valve 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 138 NP3000 a
233. stments AAA 87 Tank Clean Out cioinn ea aa 118 Terra Tine Down FOrce EEN 87 Liquid Fertilizer Strainer Maintenance 119 Fertilizer Rates cc scsssseseseesseesesssesesssevenenseeaeene 88 Pump Maintenance and Repair cee 120 Anhydrous Fertilizer Rate A 88 Ace Hydraulic PUMP sssseeeeeeseeeseeeseeerereerrerreene 120 Conventional Liquid Fertilizer Hate 88 Coulter Disc Heplacement 120 Rate Setting Steps A 88 NH Coulter Spring Setting 121 Determining Application Rate AAA 88 Hydraulic Maintenance es ssnnneenneneenenesierenesinnnnna 122 Ground Drive 88 Bleeding Lift Hydraulics lee reg 122 Ground Drive Rate NP3000 1230 Standard 89 Bleeding Fold Hydraulics c cccccescccseseeseeeteneees 123 NP3000 1230 Fertilizer Rate 0 0 0 89 Wing Levelimg 124 NP3000 1230 JohnBlue Reference Data 89 Rear Eyebolt Adiustmment 124 Ground Drive Rate NP3000 1230 Side Dress SD 90 Caster Brake Adiuestment 1 125 NP3000 1230SD Fertilizer Hate 90 Chain Maintenance SE EE 126 NP3000 1 230SD JohnBlue Reference Data Kee 90 Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance SEET 127 Select and Install Orifice Plates c cccccceccccecececeeeees 91 Options See EEE EEE PEDRO SE CECE ESE EEE ENEE ENEE EE ER ENER EE ek 131 Determine Orifice Size cccceeeeeeessseeeeeseeneeees 91 Appendix A Reference Information een 142 Alternate Orifice Plates AA 92 Specifications and CGapachtles cece 142 Tramlines and Doubled ROWS eee 92 T
234. sts i decal replacement ccceeeeseeseees 9 ball trap eccccccccccee a EE decals black ree first a A age fe ones Ne ot caution blade wear eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee hyd p li Sch dE AMMONIA ou eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 14 blade coulter yerat System general bleed valve mechanical SE locks ue NOSE aerea oiera AARRE a NGN ees no step bleed valve cooler aY ement eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees pressure amp torque 16 bleed valve coupler cart hitched 75 read manual asasen 15 16 bleeding D danger General ou eeeecccecececeeeeeeeeeeeeees 122 ee ammonia eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 10 bleeding hydraulics 122 pium a k bleed system eeeeeeeeeeeeee 11 bleeding fold csc eee E 14 CHEMICAL sceecsesseeeeseesseeeeeeeee 11 bleeding lift tank connected sssssssserrsersen 75 electrocution 12 blow out pre setup AE n E ET 12 BIUS sicir pre start safety coupler sses 12 DOOM d row be general BOOM CAL Gren bet waer re 17 DOOM camp i reren warning BOOM switches Geo high pressure fluid hazard 13 BOOMS eecceeeeteeeeees ee d SOEN Moving parts eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 13 booms eee ae hm ears ean agen ee speed eeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteees 13 BOOMS ee in ea ae meaEaT tank inet ee 15 bracket rac ee Iowing 14 brake caster co T code en decal safety esesseensesesereeesrerrnreeee 9 breakaway cce eee de power delivery tube eeeeeeeeeeeestee
235. sure to NH vapor with the following recommendations Refer to Figure 34 e Check the wind direction e Plan passes to be cross wind and turns up wind e Plan first pass on down wind side of field e Choose your first pass to allow you to be up wind while operating valves at the nurse tank and applicator Opening the emergency shut off valve typically requires climbing on the applicator from the right Starting with the wind from the right is optimal ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD z Anhydrous Ammonia Exposure Hazard If field requirements result in any down wind operations A Use only a tractor with an enclosed cab A Have an escape route up wind turn available for all down wind operations A Conduct end of pass operations to minimize above ground releases A Be mindful of the risks of olfactory fatigue You can get used to the odor and fail to notice when concentrations get dangerously high NH Start of Pass Planning Ideally you want NH to begin flowing out of the tines right at the start of a pass with the tines already in the ground This minimizes atmospheric releases Depending on wind direction tractor capability available headlands and field conditions there are several ways to start each pass A Capable Tractor Lower applicator into ground at start of pass Pull forward to set them to operating depth Start meter flow Do not start moving until flow divider pressure gauge
236. system with periodic releases This valve is set to activate at 350 psi higher than the nurse tank s relief valve Operator action is periodic inspection and to replace this hydrostatic relief valve a time dated part when it reaches the end of its operating life see page 115 See Hydrostatic Relief Valve Maintenance on page 112 for maintenance A24 Cooler Outlet Chilled liquid NH exits the cooler here A25 Flow Meter This fitting converts fluid flow to pulses for the SCS 450 controller It has a range of 1 60 gpm A tag on the cable lead provides a METER CAL number specific to the installed meter and accurate only for NH fluid flow and not NH vapor flow A26 Drain Cap The plumbing cross and lower cap below the temperature gauge are provided to allow the gauge probe to be exposed to the full NH stream This cap does not require periodic clean out A27 Temperature Gauge This gauge reports the temperature of the chilled flowing NH When NH is not flowing this gauge slowly drifts up to ambient temperature Checking the temperature and pressure gauges against the chart in the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M or in the Raven AccuFlow manual indicates whether the flowing NH is in a liquid state Normal field temperatures of the chilled flowing NH3 are in the range 20 to 83 F 7 to 28 C 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 24 NP3000 and NP3000A
237. t Paa Ns me Hani Ew few pages provide an overview of both systems NH Vapor Vapor Flow s Direction of Flow c Exception Flow Anhydrous System Components Callout numbers A11 through A36 identify the same Single Cooler Section Control Configuration see applicator and tank components throughout this manual page 146 through page 150 for alternates g N 2 N Figure 4 Anhydrous Ammonia NH Plumbing Single Cooler wi Section Control 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 22 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NH System Narrative This list describes a single cooler anhydrous system with section control A dual cooler system has two of components through 24 and two additional dual tube tines 49 A single section system lacks components through and has only one of 40 Refer to Figure 6 on page 29 A14 Breakaway Coupler A11 Acme cap ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards See NH3 Safing Applicator Before Cart Hitch on page 55 for safe opening procedure This captive cap protects the inlet when no nurse tank is connected NH might be sealed behind this cap A12 Acme inlet The nurse tank hose coupler connects here and must have 194 4 female Acme swivel coupler See page 58 for nurse tank connection A13 Coupler Inlet Bleed Valve ANHYDROUS AMMONIA INHALATION HAZARD
238. t caking In Season Filter Cleaning 1 Shut off the ball valve at the filter to minimize product spill 2 Unscrew and remove the bottom canister of the filter Wash the filter cartridge with water or replace with new cartridge if necessary Fei 4 Reinstall the cartridge canister and turn on the ball valve Figure 74 End of Season Filter Cleaning Strainer 1 Load 10 to 15 gallons 40 to 60 liters of clean water in each supply tank 2 Pump most of it through the system If doing this by hand turning the ground drive wheel first install the largest drop line orifice size and set the pump adjuster to maximum to increase flow 3 With valves open remove the canister Clean strainer and canister Drain lines Remove boom end caps to drain wings Re install strainer and canister Add 2 pints 1 liter of RV antifreeze to the tank Pump until tank is just empty which leaves some fluid in strainer 7 Open supply line at pump inlet Introduce RV antifreeze and operate pump until pump is filled 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 120 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Pump Maintenance and Repair Ace Hydraulic Pump The Ace pump is designed for long life and service Through the years it may be necessary to replace the mechanical seal or service components of the pump A mechanical seal may weep slightly but if it starts to drip the pump will have to be disassembled
239. t least 750 pounds 340 kg Two lift lines each with a capacity of at least 750 pounds 340 kg e Tractor for raising and unfolding the applicator e Basic hand tools 1 Raise and unfold the applicator Leave it hitched or install parking stands Heavy Overhead Object Hazard Move only one weight stack at a time Use an adequate hoist Use two or more lines each rated for the full weight of a single weight stack Inspect lines for wear and damage If the hoist fails or tips or a line fails a weight could fall or swing causing serious injury or death Refer to Figure 108 2 Locate one 160 296S NTA WEIGHT BRACKET ASSY Observe that a weight stack is not symmetrical The weight base has a long outside notch anda short inside notch 3 As needed orient the weight stack prior to line attachment so that it is in the correct orientation when placed on the frame Connect hoist lines to the weight mounts With the longer notch toward the wings and the shorter notch to machine center place the weight in the openings of the rear sub frame Push it fully to the rear before releasing the lines 6 Select two sets 407 991D BRACKET STOP 802 226C HHCS 1 2 13X2 3 4 GR5 804 015C WASHER LOCK SPRING 1 2 PLT 803 020C NUT HEX 5 8 11 PLT Assemble the stop Ga pair on either side of the weight support bar op Snug against weight stack 25 Secure with bolts 9 lock washers 64 and nuts 60 7 Repeat step 2 through st
240. t on the console The console operates a flow control valve The valve adjusts the rate up to the peak value available at the current setting for hydraulic pump rpm Make adjustments to orifice plates to provide back pressure keeping the boom within a specific safe pressure range that assures consistent delivery Rate Setting Steps 1 Determine the rate below 2 Install suitable orifice plates page 91 3 Check strainer screen size page 93 4 Ground Drive Set the ground drive Range page 94 and ground drive dial page 95 Hydraulic Drive Set the pump pressure page 96 set the desired rate on the console see 016 0159 831 Raven SCS 450 Installation Operation and Service manual 5 Check the manifold pressure and relief valve during operation page 94 Determining Application Rate Great Plains recommends checking with your local agronomist as soil conditions vary Soil conditions in your area may need less or more fertilizer than represented in the chart If your target rate is weight per area you need to know the material density to convert it to liquid volume measure Volume_per_Area Weight_per_Area Density If you want to use the slide chart and have only a metric rate value convert it to U S customary units Gallons_per_Acre 0 107 X Liters_per_Hectare os BO ce bh0080 e Ground Drive The tables and web calculator provided expect rates to be expressed as U S c
241. t the spring length to factory setting Raise the applicator to ensure that the coulter is relaxed D Refer to Figure 76 At the rear end of the spring loosen the outer jam nut Adjust the inner nut for a spring length of 10 inches 26 4 cm This corresponds to a vertical trip force of 1557 pounds 705 kg Machine Damage Risk Do not attempt to compensate for extreme field conditions by adjusting the springs to higher forces shorter springs Higher trip force is not likely to improve penetration and results in premature blade wear higher risk of blade damage and may simply lift the applicator Coulter Spring Length 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 122 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Hydraulic Maintenance As with any hydraulic system contamination is the most common cause of performance problems and pre mature wear Make a special effort to properly clean quick couplers prior to attaching the hoses to tractor and never let them fall to the ground High Pressure Fluid Hazard Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems Use a piece of paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury
242. ted and the installation by the dealer of any such replace ment part Great Plains reserves the right to inspect any equipment or part which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in the judgement of Great Plains shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal maintenance or care or which has been repaired or altered in a way which adversely affects its performance or reliability or which has been used for a purpose for which the product is not designed This Warranty shall not apply if the product is towed at a speed in excess of 20 miles per hour Claims under this Warranty must be made to the dealer which originally sold the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through such dealer Great Plains reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Great Plains liable for damages of any kind direct consequential or contingent to property Furthermore Great Plains shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its reasonable control This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops losses caused by harvest delays or any expense or loss for labor supplies rental machinery or for any other reason No other warranty of any kind whatsoever express or implied is made with respect to this sale and all implied warrantie
243. th Tighten the jam nut Note If all springs are continuously in compression the coulters can lift the wing frames off the ground at the gauge wheels resulting in uneven coulter depth and or uneven seed depth If the applicator is already operating at maximum down pressure reduce coulter depth 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Adjustments 83 Vantage Coulter Height and Castering Coulter height is the main control for application height Coulters may need to be lowered for rows in tracks Coulters applicator wide need adjustment as blades wear If desired coulter depth cannot be achieved due to challenging soil conditions consider installing the optional weight kit page 141 and page 175 Coulters may also be set for rigid row alignment or limited castering Refer to Figure 49 1 The factory setting for coulter height is a distance of 7 5 in 19 1 cm from frame bottom to top of coulter mount casting At a tool bar height of 25 in 63 5 cm above ground this is a blade depth of 4 in 10 2 cm 2 For fields where frequent sharp turns are unavoidable you can reduce coulter plowing by allowing the coulters to caster at the pivot casting Loosen the jam nuts at Loosen the set screws just enough to allow the casting to swivel Re tighten the jam nuts Do not remove the ce
244. the POWER switch to ON 9 Verify that the BOOM CAL SPEED CAL METER CAL VALVE CAL and RATE CALs have been entered correctly into the console 10 Press the SELF TEST button 11 Enter the applicator s expected field speed 12 Turn MASTER switch and BOOMS 1 283 ON 13 Start tractor Move remote lever for pump to Retract 14 Increase the circuit flow rate until the console pressure reading is between 15 and 45 psi 15 Operate the FLOW CONTROL switch to the INC position until the RATE is about 35 higher than the intended field rate Increase the hydraulic flow as needed to keep the psi in the 15 to 45 range 16 Reduce the RATE via the DEC switch to the desired field rate Verify that the pressure is still in the 15 to 45 range 17 Make a record of the flow rate setting for the hydraulic circuit 18 Set pump hydraulic circuit to FLOAT 19 Set console switches MASTER to OFF FLOW switch to RATE 1 FLOW CONTROL POEMS MASTER 1 2 3 4 5 6 ON Re INC ON ta DVNNNNN or OFF MAN DEC gt v w 12 0 e ga e g Raven Sprayer Control BOOM CAL 3 SPEED CAL CAL ZC S FIELD FIELD AREA VOLUME METER VALVE CAL 6 RATE 1 CAL H SPEED RATE 2 CAL Sr VOL MIN VOL TANK TOTAL TOTAL VOLUME AREA DISTANCE sn ENTER a A SCS 450 N
245. the hose connection s and valve operations will be made down wind of where you stand for those operations Refer to Figure 41 2 Bring the applicator rear hitch tongue and nurse tank cart tongue into close proximity a few inches 3 Push down on the red tongue release handle This frees the applicator rear hitch tongue to extend 7 inches 17 8 cm to the rear and 9 inches 23 cm to either side to assist with cart tongue alignment 4 Align the cart clevis hitch with the applicator pull bar Insert and secure the 1 inch hitch pin 5 Securely attach the cart s safety chains to the hitch chain anchors 6 Optionally re seat the applicator rear hitch tongue at this time by using the tractor to move the applicator backward several inches until the latch on the hitch re engages Figure 30 Applicator Cart Hitch Retracted DO NOT EXCEED THIS IMPLEMENT S MAXIMUM TRANSPORT SPEED OF 20 MPH EXCEEEDING THIS SPEED MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL DURING BRAKING AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TRANSPORT ONLY WITH PROPERLY BALLASTED TRACTOR AND A PROPERLY ATTACHED SAFETY TOW CHAIN TRACTOR WEIGHT MUST BE GREATER THAN 1 5 TIMES COMBINED INTERMEDIATE IMPLEMENT AND TOWED IMPLEMENT WEIGHT TOWED IMPLEMENT WEIGHT NOT TO EXCEED 20 000 LBS MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE TONGUE WEIGHT 100 LBS 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 58 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Ma
246. these dates are stamped on metal parts normal oxidation and the corrosive effects of extended field exposure to low levels of anhydrous ammonia vapor can render these dates difficult to read soon after the implement is placed in service Post Delivery Checklist 1 Read and understand Important Safety Information on 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 See Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance on page 127 4 Check that all safety decals and reflectors are correctly located and legible Replace if damaged See Safety Decals on page 9 5 Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten wheel bolts as specified See Tire Inflation Chart on page 143 Figure 82 REP Replace By Date on Valve 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix B Initial Setup 161 Lift Assist Valve Setup This adjustment establishes fold priority in the combined lift fold hydraulic system 1 The implement is presumed to be unfolded Hitch the implement to a tractor Raise the implement as for parking Open the lift assist shut off valve located at the weight transfer valve assembly Locate the one way restrictor valve at the tee that supplies the rear cylinder base ends
247. ting handle Push leg against frame while raiding or lowering The leg weighs approximately 45 pounds 20 kg The leg could cause injury if you lose control of it while raising or lowering 1 Use tractor 2 point hitch and the lift assist circuit to slightly raise the implement See Raising Lowering Applicator on page 48 2 Remove cotters from pins Grasp the lifting handle Use an assistant or shoulder to hold leg against frame and inside flanges Remove the pins 5 Lift or lower the stand straight up or down Re insert pins Secure with cotters Outlet Port Inlet Port Date Code Motor Model 206N Figure 15 Ace Pump Connections Equipment Damage Risk DO NOT move the hydraulic lever into the Neutral position while the hydraulic pump is running To do so may cause damage to the hydraulic pump Figure 16 Parking Stand Raised 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup 43 Leveling Implement During initial setup and periodically throughout the season check that the implement runs level When applying fertilizer the top of the main frame should be parallel to the ground and level left to right Set Application Depth Before checking or correcting side to side or front to back level set the application depth which is controlled by tool bar height The Nutri P
248. transfer page 85 to hold wings level at this coulter height for these field conditions Figure 51 Gauge Wheel Adjustment Equipment Damage Risk Use the pin Crank the tube up against the pin Wheel loads transmitted to the crank can damage the crank Note Turn crank clockwise to raise applicator lower wheel and counterclockwise to lower applicator raise wheel Note At maximum height the coulters are off the ground This configuration is useful for unfolded parking storage and service Make a record of the setting needed for coulter depth prior to setting for maximum Figure 52 Jack Handle Adjustment Note Prior to folding fold the jack handle down alongside the jack body This retains the jack handle and prevents it from hitting the fertilizer tanks when folded if so equipped 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Adjustments 85 Weight Transfer Adjustment Weight Transfer Safety Information ADANGER Crushing and High Pressure Fluid Hazards This adjustment requires working near the unfolded and lowered implement with the hydraulic system active Assign two people to this task one in the tractor ready to shut down on hand signal from adjuster or any unplanned event High Pressure Fluid Hazard Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury Use a piece of paper or car
249. ts Index 407 613M 106 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Avoid Trapped Anhydrous Before servicing anhydrous equipment or storing it near untrained individuals be absolutely certain that there is no liquid NH trapped in the system and no NH vapor present or only trace amounts Follow bleeding and discharge instructions carefully Beware of places in the systems where NH can be trapped Avoid Line Traps Refer to Figure 67 Any two line valves in the system if both closed with NH3 present can trap that ammonia indefinitely Line valves include tank withdrawal A15 nurse tank hose valve s A10 check valves at a disconnected breakaway A14 emergency shut off valve A18 control valve at rate zero A430 On Off solenoid valve 31 and aftermarket section valves In a properly designed system segments not open to the atmosphere are protected by hydrostatic relief valves but the operation of such valves only releases a small portion of the trapped ammonia Normal shut down instructions after closing the tank withdrawal valve are intended to bleed most of the system NH into the soil However there can still be substantial vapor in the system after that If shut down procedures were not followed liquid may be present If the state of the equipment is not known with certainty at time of servicing you need to assume that a closed valve represents
250. ts Index 407 613M 36 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc NP3000A Get Expert Advice Anhydrous ammonia is 82 Nitrogen the highest of any fertilizer The compound NH is normally a gas at ambient temperatures It is retained in the soil only by chemical reactions and physical mechanisms primarily reactions with soil moisture Consult with your agronomist about optimal application timing rate and depth based on proposed crop soil temperature soil moisture content and ambient temperature Non optimal applications can result in NH3 loss to the atmosphere soil drying and undesired long term changes in soil pH Pre Application Setup Complete this checklist before routine setup Q Read and understand Important Safety Information on page 1 Q Check that all working parts are moving freely bolts are tight and cotter pins are spread Q Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubricated See Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance on page 127 Q Check that all safety decals and reflectors are correctly located and legible Replace if damaged See Safety Decals on page 9 Q Inflate tires to pressure recommended and tighten wheel bolts as specified See Tire Inflation Chart on page 143 Hitching Tractor to Applicator This manual presume the following recommended operations sequence 1 Hitch tractor to applicator for transport b
251. ts Req 1 or 2 Circuits 2250 psi 4 to 17 gal min Weight Maximum Empty 13100 Ibs 13400 Ibs 10600 Ibs 10900 Ibs Weight Maximum Full 18900 Ibs 19200 Ibs N A N A Transport Tire Size 265 70B16 5 10 16 5 NHS 8 Ply Skid Loader 4140 lbs 5 mph Wing Gauge Wheel Tire 20 5X8 0 10 Load Rating E 1520 Pounds Operating Depth 0 to 6 in Do not exceed 6 5 in release depth is 4 5 in above coulter depth Rear Hitch Optional Option Schuck Model 850 Nurse Tank Capability 2000 Gallons 1 Power requirements vary significantly with conditions and practices 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 143 NP3000A 12C30 With On Board Tanks Tankless AE Standard Side Dress Standard Side Dress Row Count 12 13 12 13 Row Spacing 30 in Working Width 29 ft 7 in 31 ft 11 in 29 ft 7 in 31 ft 11 in Transport Width 17 ft 2 in Swath 30 ft O in 32 ft 6 in 30 ft O in 32 ft 6 in Metering System Raven Accuflow with CDS JohnBlue Impellicone Optional Controller Console Option Raven SCS 450 Optional Length Transport 13 ft 4 in 13 ft 4 in 11 ft 1 in 11 ft 1 in Length Field 14 ft O in 14 ft O in 11 ft 9 in 11 ft 9 in Working Height 9 ft 7 in Transport Height Folded 11 ft 1 in 12 ft 7 in 11 ft 1 in 12 ft 7 in Trans
252. ue to the reduced temperature of the cooled fluid and pressure losses due to flow in plumbing 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 63 NH Suspending Application These instructions are for brief stops in the field for example to make a phone call See also NH3 Stopping Application on page 64 a What is the wind direction b Turn MASTER switch OFF This turns On Off Valve off With On Off off there is still a substantial amount of liquid NH downstream of all valves in the flow divider row application tubing and row applicators When stopped in ground this slowly warms vaporizes and is expelled into the soil See warning at right c Continue field application until the Flow Divider pressure gauge reads zero Wait at least another 5 minutes Turn up wind Leave the applicator in the ground There is still considerable NH vapor in the lines that are open to the soil There may also be a modest amount of liquid in cold tubing loops NH Field Turns a Before the turn set the MASTER switch OFF Leave the applicator in the ground and continue forward movement b Lift the applicator page 48 at the turn point ANHYDROUS AMMONIA Major Spill Equipment Damage Hazards Do not turn too tightly The nurse tank could strike the applicator be upset and leak On 2 Point and Pull
253. uires some initial data about your sprayer and tractor prior to first use See SCS 450 Setup Data on page 46 This data is retained as long as the SCS 450 remains connected to battery power If power is removed for electrical work long term tractor parking or welding the data is lost and must be re entered Consult the Raven manual for display interpretation and keyboard procedures Figure 85 SCS 450 Tractor Components Transport and Field Safety Risk Mount the module so it is easy to monitor during application but does not interfere with safe operation of the tractor in the field or on public roads 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc 164 NP3000 and NP3000A Ga Appendix D Accessory Installation Side Dress Installation Side Dress accessory kits provide a left wing extension to support an additional 13th forward single coulter and forward boom drop line The kit is user installed and conversion between pre emergence and side dress modes requires user re configuration of the implement Conventional Liquid Side Dress Installing Changing to Side Dress For reverting to pre emergence continue at page 174 Resources required e Stands or blocks support the rear frame e Hoist or lift for supporting casters during shift e one fertilizer orifice plate sized to 1 of the rate intended or a 829 144C VeriFlow nozzl
254. ure 88 Install Quick Attach Mount Note Figure 88 depicts a rear face installation If your front coulters are mounted on the tool bar front face install the side dress mount 67 on the front face Note Once installed the mount 6D does not need to be removed when reverting to pre emergence 2014 04 22 Table of Contents Index 407 613M 166 NP3000 and NP3000A Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Disconnect Rear Coulter Lines Refer to Figure 89 16 At the rear tool bar remove and save one 24 149 584D COULTER CLAMP 6H X 4W four sets 65 804 022C WASHER LOCK SPRING 5 8 PLT 61 803 021C NUT HEX 5 8 11 PLT and two 68 806 016C U BOLT 5 8 11 X 6 1 32 X 5 3 4 17 Remove and save one rear boom drop line C41 990 080R HOSE 3 8 ID 150PSI EPDM two each 44 800 390C CLAMP WRM DRV 6 SS 38 87 Refer to Figure 90 18 Remove and save one nozzle set which includes 38 832 05 C ORIFICE SPR SYS CP4916 SS C39 832 051C NOZZLE CAP QUICK X 90X1 4 FNPT 37 CP18999 EPR ORIFICE SEAT STYLE GASKET 19 Remove and save the orifice plate inside the existing rear nozzle gasket 37 The plate may or may not be the size you need for the front side dress row 20 Replace the nozzle assembly with a cap Le Note If using VeriFlow variable rate nozzles 40 remove and cap as well Reserve this nozzle for side dress use only if running full rate on the side dress row
255. ustomary gallons per U S Survey acre or liters per hectare The slide chart provided is gal ac only 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Fertilizer Rates 89 Ground Drive Rate NP3000 1230 Standard NP3000 1230 Fertilizer Rate Use the slide chart or internet calculator for more precise rate setting iters per Driving Sprocket 47 NP3000 1230 JohnBlue Reference Data Use the data below with the CDS John Blue 115797 01 slide chart or with the CDS John Blue internet calculator Piston Pump Pump Type NGP 7050 Series Data Es Preference lt user specified gt Application _ Si Rate lt user specified gt Drive Ground Drive System Loaded Radius 17 55in 44 58cm Swath Width 360 in 914 4 cm Drive Driven Acre Hectare 4 2 0 37 5 2 5 47 6 3 0 56 7 3 5 65 8 4 0 75 9 4 5 84 10 5 0 94 11 5 5 103 12 6 0 112 13 6 5 2 1 122 14 7 0 2 2 131 15 7 5 2 4 140 16 8 0 2 6 150 17 8 5 2 7 159 18 9 0 2 9 168 19 9 5 3 0 178 20 10 0 3 2 187 21 3 3 196 22 3 5 206 23 3 7 215 24 3 8 224 25 4 0 234 26 4 1 243 27 4 3 253 28 4 5 262 29 4 6 271 30 4 8 281 31 4 9 290 32 5 1 299 33 5 3 309 34 5 4 318 35 5 6 327 36 5 7 337 37 5 9 346 38 6 1 355 39 6 2 365 Required 25 Opt
256. w metering system It also presumes that the console has L29 been installed in the tractor cab per Console Installation on page 163 If the Nutri Pro applicator has dealer or user provisioned controller or metering carefully follow supplier documentation for installation setup use and maintenance This Nutri Pro manual 407 613M cannot describe your system Great Plains cannot assume any liability for results with equipment not supplied by Great Plains Before first field use of the SCS 450 it must be programmed with data specifying the system configuration consisting of various CAL numbers and user elected RATE numbers See the Raven SCS 450 manual for display interpretation and see the manual or the Calibration Card for the keystroke sequence for setting each of these values This data is retained as long as the SCS 450 remains connected to battery power If power is removed for electrical work long term tractor parking or welding the data is lost and must be re entered SCS 450 BOOM CAL Anhydrous models without section control have one boom section BOOM 1 whether single or dual cooler The BOOM CAL number is simply the applicator swath on single section applicators See the table on page 46 Hydraulic pump models and anhydrous models with section control have three boom sections See the table on page 46 SCS 450 SPEED CAL A speed sensor connection to the Raven SCS 450 is requir
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258. way coupler to the emergency shut off valve Operator action is to replace this hose a time dated part when it reaches the end of its operating life see page 114 A18 Emergency Shut off Valve The handle of this is valve has a rope which is routed to the tractor cab see page 38 Closing this valve stops NH flow to the cooler metering system and tines There can still be a substantial amount of NH in the system for some time with this valve closed See the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M for emergency operation A19 Strainer This filter contains a 20 mesh screen and two ceramic magnets to remove debris from the NH3 flow A20 Strainer Magnets These capture ferrous metal debris of any size They need to be cleaned every 4 to 5 tank loads See page 117 A21 AccuFlow Super Cooler Heat Exchanger For effective application NH needs to remain in the liquid state until released underground This is accomplished by refrigeration Some of the flow is tapped 32 fed back to the cooler at 34 vaporized and used to chill the fluid passing from to 22 A22 Cooler Intake Liquid NH enters the cooler here A23 Cooler Hydrostatic Relief Valve In normal operation this valve never activates NH3 can get trapped in the system between the emergency shut off valve and the On Off valve 37 if both valves are closed while the system is charged As the liquid warms and pressure rises this valve protects the
259. y discharge the system of NH liquid and vapor before working on the applicator See page 108 Crushing Hazard Always have transport locks in place and or use stands when working on applicator You may be severely injured or killed by being crushed under a falling applicator High Pressure Fluid Hazard 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 Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin If an accident occurs seek immediate medical assistance from a physician familiar with this type of injury 1 After using your applicator for several hours check all bolts to be sure they are tight 2 Ground Drive Remove excess slack from chains Clean and use chain lube on all roller chains as needed 3 Maintain proper air pressure in tires Ground Drive Keep pump full of liquid at all times Clean applicator on a regular basis Regular and thorough cleaning will lengthen equipment life and reduce maintenance and repair 6 Lubricate areas listed under Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance on page 127 7 Replace any worn damaged or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Great Plains dealer OFF e a i VW a X 2014 04 22 Table of Conten
260. y optional connectors on this checklist Q Lighting connector standard LI Console flow harness connector optional LI Console pressure connector variable rate only LI Console speed connector optional and only if sensor radar mounted on implement m Make sure tractor is shut down with accessory power off before making connections These connections may be made in any order The key requirement is that all connections be made prior to fertilizer applicator movement Figure 13 Connector Identification 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup 41 Hydraulic Hose Hookup High Pressure Fluid Hazard Shut down tractor before making hydraulic connections Only trained personnel should work with system hydraulics Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin causing serious injury If an accident occurs seek immediate medical assistance from a physician familiar with this type of injury Use paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for leaks Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems Refer to Figure 14 On implements with more than one hydraulic circuit hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets Hoses that go to the same remote valve are marked with the same
261. ydraulic System Checklist Page O On off solenoid valve closed 55 O Check tractor hydraulic reservoir full O zona vane caseg o a O Make hydraulic connections 41 LI Senses SE a DI Inspect connections for leaks i O All bleed valves closed 3 or more 56 CH Perf f ti O Breakaway coupler mated visual check 56 erform a raise operation 48 leave transport locks in O All hydrostatic relief valve caps seated 56 O Unfold Implement 51 Plumbing System Checklist P S e age Row Units Checklist Page Prior to Tank Connection O Check row cleaner setup Option 87 O Liq Orifice plate size matches rate 91 CT Check tubing connections to tines 0O EE all See l CNHs Check tine outlet behind shoes O mi Relief valve adjusted 94 O NH3 Check shoe condition O Lin Pump rate set 94 O NH Check tine shoes all at same height D Liq Strainer recently cleaned 119 O NH Check tine shank alignment O Liq Inlet shut off valve closed 30 O Liq Check outlet behind arms ee E Check coulter blade condition Mechanical Checklist Cart Hitching Page O Check coulter depth 82 O Nurse tank hitched 70 Check NH sealer adjustments 80 O Hitch pin locked TT Check spider condition L Safety chains secured 70 407 613M Table of Contents Index 2014 04 22 Great Plains Manufacturing Inc Table of Contents Index Operating Instructions 75 NH Checklist Cart Hitched Page O Check breakaway firmly mated 58 O Check breakaway swivel
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