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Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.!Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subseque

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20108838-267CDaytime ReflectorsReflectors on inside ends of wing sections; two re-flectors total838-265CAmber Reflectors

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20109864 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingHard Red Winter WheatRange SprocketsDriver = 15Dri

4/23/2010196-248M99Seed Rate Charts64 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingHard Red Winter WheatRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven =

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201010062 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingSoft Red Winter WheatRange SprocketsDriver = 15Dr

4/23/2010196-248M101Seed Rate Charts62 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingSoft Red Winter WheatRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/2010102Small Seeds AttachmentTo set and calibrate the seeding rate on the op-tional small seeds attachment, follow t

4/23/2010196-248M103Seed Rate Charts1. Set the range sprockets on both sides of thedrill to 15 driver and 60 driven.DrivenDriver191131. Set the transm

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/2010104Checking Volumetric Seeding RateThe seed charts are based on cleaned seed and11L x 15 rib implement tires and

4/23/2010196-248M105AppendixTorque Values Chartin-tpi1N · m2ft-lb3N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb mm x pitch4N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb1/4 - 20 7.4 5

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/2010106Hydraulic Schematic19116

4/23/2010196-248M107AppendixTire Inflation ChartTire Size InflationPSITire Size InflationPSI13 x 5.00 - 6 40 11L x 15 6-Ply Rib Implement 289.0 x 22.5

4/23/2010196-248M9Important Safety Information818-188CExcessive Speed1910119101818-019CNeg Tongue Hazard818-557CCannot Read English19101

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/2010108WarrantyGreat Plains Manufacturing, Incorporated warrants to the original pur-chaser that this seeding equipm

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201010818-339CHigh Pressure Hazard818-590CCrushing Hazard818-587CGeneral Instructions191011910119101

4/23/2010196-248M11Important Safety Information818-475CTongue Weight818-045CPinch Point HazardDecals on both sides of tongue191011910119104818-078CGen

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/2010121910519105838-259C (for rib tire 20-ply)Tire 90 PSI; decals on transport tires;four decals total838-426C (for

4/23/2010196-248M13Important Safety Information818-682CCrushing HazardTwo decals on first sectionof each optional marker;four decals total.838-102CFall

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201014IntroductionGreat Plains welcomes you to its growing family ofnew product owners. This drill has been designed

4/23/2010196-248M15Introductionseparates multiple seeds from the seed pool anddistributes them at a constant flow rate. The seedrates are designated as

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201016Preparation and SetupThis section will help you prepare your tractor anddrill for use. Before using the drill

4/23/2010196-248M17Preparation and SetupHitching Tractor to DrillYou may be severely injured or killed by being crushedbetween the tractor and drill.

Table of Contents© Copyright 2001, 2010 All rights ReservedGreat Plains Manufacturing, Inc. provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201018Hitch Height AdjustmentFor proper operation, the drill tongue must runparallel to the ground in field position.

4/23/2010196-248M19Preparation and SetupBleeding HydraulicsEscaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pres-sure to penetrate the skin. Check all

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201020If drill fold cylinders have not been extended:1. Crack fittings at base end of cylinders. Extendcylinders to p

4/23/2010196-248M21Preparation and Setup3. Reactivate tractor hydraulic valve until oilseeps out around another loosened fitting.Tighten that fitting. R

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201022Box AlignmentTo check and adjust box alignment:1. Place a block ahead of each wing gaugewheel. Pull drill forw

4/23/2010196-248M23Operating InstructionsOperating InstructionsThis section covers general operating proce-dures. Experience, machine familiarity and

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201024Folding the DrillPinch Point and Crushing Hazard. To prevent seriousinjury or death:• Always use transport loc

4/23/2010196-248M25Operating InstructionsUnfolding the DrillThis drill has negative tongue weight when unfoldedand raised. Unhooking the drill from th

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201026Field OperationYou may be severely injured or killed by being crushedbetween the tractor and drill. Do not sta

4/23/2010196-248M27Operating InstructionsMeter OperationRefer to Figure 10Before operation, make sure you are using thecorrect seed meter wheel for th

4/23/2010196-248M1Important Safety InformationImportant Safety InformationLook for Safety SymbolThe SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there isa potential

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201028TransportingTowing the drill at high speeds or with a vehicle that isnot heavy enough could lead to loss of ve

4/23/2010196-248M29Operating InstructionsParkingFor information on long-term storage, refer to“Storage”, page 63.This drill has negative tongue weight

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201030AdjustmentsNo-Till SeedingTo get full performance from your no-till drill, youneed a good understanding of cou

4/23/2010196-248M31AdjustmentsSecond, the press wheels provide opener depthcontrol. The higher the press wheels run relativeto the double disks, the d

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201032If more weight is required for coulters to penetratethe soil, weight bracket kits are available from yourGreat

4/23/2010196-248M33AdjustmentsOpener AdjustmentsOpener Down PressureRefer to Figure 14Opener springs provide the down pressure nec-essary for opener d

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201034Opener Seeding DepthA press wheel attached to each opener body con-trols seeding depth. To maintain consistent

4/23/2010196-248M35AdjustmentsPress Wheel Adjustments(20 Series Openers Only)An adjustable spring in the press-wheel mecha-nism creates the down press

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201036Side Gauge Wheels 20 Series OpenrersRefer to Figure 20The side gauge wheels have two, interrelatedadjustments:

4/23/2010196-248M37AdjustmentsSeeding RateAdjusting the seeding rate requires the following:• adjusting drive speed range sprockets,• adjusting transm

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20102Be Familiar with Safety Decals▲ Read and understand “Safety Decals,” page 7,thoroughly.▲ Read all instructions

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201038Changing Seed Meter WheelsChoose the correct seed meter wheel for the typeof seed you will be using. Be sure t

4/23/2010196-248M39AdjustmentsRefer to Figure 281. Be sure slots in the center of seed meterwheel are aligned with the wheel drive pin onthe meter sha

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201040Checking Volumetric Seeding RateThe seed charts are based on cleaned seed and12.5 x 15, rib implement transpor

4/23/2010196-248M41AdjustmentsChecking Singulated Seeding RateThe seed charts are based on cleaned and sized seed.Extreme seed size variations, foreig

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201042Electric Clutch Switch AdjustmentTo adjust the height at which seed metering isturned off, follow these steps.

4/23/2010196-248M43AdjustmentsMarker AdjustmentsFolding Speed with Needle ValvesRefer to Figure 35A needle valve controls the folding speed of mark-er

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201044Leveling marker diskIf the marker disk is not square with the groundwhen the marker is lowered in the field, or

4/23/2010196-248M45AdjustmentsMarker WidthRefer to Figure 40You will need to adjust marker width to account foryour row spacing. First determine the c

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201046Wider row spacing can be achieved by shutting offcertain meters. The figure below shows whichrows to shut off,

4/23/2010196-248M47AdjustmentsHarrow AdjustmentHarrow Frame TubeRefer to Figure 41The harrow setting shown has been successful inno- and minimum-till

4/23/2010196-248M3Important Safety InformationTransport Machinery SafelyMaximum transport speed for implement is 20mph. Some rough terrains require a

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201048Problem Cause SolutionPlanting too muchIncorrect seed rate or sprocket com-bination.Check seed rate informatio

4/23/2010196-248M49TroubleshootingPlanting too little (cont’d)Not enough talc lubricant Add more talc lubricant, page 68.Build up of seed treatment in

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201050Uneven seed depth, continued10 Series Opener press wheel depthtoo deep for soil conditions or coulterdepth.Che

4/23/2010196-248M51TroubleshootingAcremeter does not measureaccurately, continuedExcessive overlap or gaps betweenpasses.Avoid overlap or gaps. Check

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201052Press wheel or openers plug-gingPlanting conditions too wet. Wait until drier weather.Drill not running level

4/23/2010196-248M53Maintenance and LubricationMaintenance and LubricationProper servicing and maintenance is the key tolong implement life. With caref

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201054Meter MaintenanceFolding Drill WalkboardsBefore adjusting, servicing, or maintaining theseed meters, fold up t

4/23/2010196-248M55Maintenance and Lubrication1. Remove the retaining clip and pull pin. Do notremove cotter pin.18302RetainingclipShut offpadSliding

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201056Cleaning Out MetersNOTE: Shut off sliding seed tubes before at-tempting to clean out seed meters.For seed mete

4/23/2010196-248M57Maintenance and Lubrication6. Remove retaining clip and pin from meter.NOTE: Meter slide is spring loaded and thethree meter slide

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20104Practice Safe Maintenance▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Useproper tools and equipment. Refer to this

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201058Refer to Figure 548. Remove meter slide (1) with springs (2).9. Place springs in new meter slide and install i

4/23/2010196-248M59Maintenance and LubricationSeed Tube MaintenanceRefer to Figure 57Clean inner sliding seed tube if it will not slide. Re-place inne

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201060Opener Maintenance20 Series Opener Side WheelsRefer to Figure 591. Lift opener side wheel off the ground. Move

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201061paper up until it stops. The distance must be be-tween 1/2 and 1 3/4 inches. Add or remove shimsas needed to g

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201062Seed Flap Replacement (s/n 1247AA-)Refer to Figure 62To replace a seed flap use a needle nose or simi-lar tool

4/23/2010196-248M63Maintenance and Lubrication17621Figure 64Marker MaintenanceRefer to Figure 64The marker arm is attached to marker body with a3/8-in

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201064Rockshaft to frame pivotsThree pivot points; one zerk per pivot pointType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = Unt

4/23/2010196-248M65Maintenance and LubricationGauge Wheel arms to frame pivotsTwo zerks per gauge wheel armType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = Until

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201066Inner Fold LugLeft and right lug; one zerk per lugType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = Fill until grease emer

4/23/2010196-248M67Maintenance and Lubrication1911419109Wheel and Coulter Hub BearingsType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = RepackSeasonallyWheel and

4/23/2010196-248M5Important Safety InformationHandle Chemicals ProperlyAgricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Im-proper use can seriously injure per

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201068Marker Disk BearingsType of Lubrication: GreaseQuantity = RepackSeasonallyMarker Hinge PointsType of Lubricati

4/23/2010196-248M69Options1828713008OptionsMarkersHydraulic markers are available. The units have acast hub, tapered roller bearings and a bolt-onblad

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201070Harrow AttachmentThe coil-tine harrow finishes no-till surfaces byleveling and distributing residue for enhance

4/23/2010196-248M71OptionsWeight BracketTransport Hazard. Adding more than the recommendweight to the drill frame could cause a tire to blow dur-ing t

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201072Separator and Fertilizer Tube WeldmentSeparator and fertilizer tube weldments are available for theapplication

4/23/2010196-248M73Specifications and Capacities3N-3010P 3N-3020PRow Spacing, Inches7 1/2 10 15 7 1/2 10 15Rows Per Drill48 36 24 48 36 24Weight, Pound

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4/23/2010196-248M75Seed Rate ChartsSeed Rate ChartsSeed Rate ChartsUse the seed rate charts beginning on page 76 todetermine• Range sprocket combinati

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20107652 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven

4/23/2010196-248M77Seed Rate Charts52 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven = 30R

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20106Safety At All TimesThoroughly read and understand the instructionsin this manual before operation. Read all ins

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20107848 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven

4/23/2010196-248M79Seed Rate ChartsRd corn 1400-2200 krl/lb.15" Row Spacing 30" Twin Row 20" Row SpacingFlat corn 1500-1800 krl/lb.Talc

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201080403-097D (1400-1700 seeds/lb)403-098D (1700-2000 seeds/lb)Rd corn 1400-2000 krl/lb30" Row SpacingTalc Req

4/23/2010196-248M81Seed Rate Charts4000-6000 seeds/pound7 1/2" Row Spacing 10" Row Spacing 15" Row Spacing 20" Row Spacing 30"

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/2010824000-6000 seeds/pound7 1/2" Row Spacing 10" Row Spacing 15" Row SpacingTalc Required Range Spro

4/23/2010196-248M83Seed Rate Charts10500-18000 seeds/poundTalc and GraphiteRequired7 1/2" Row Spacing 10" Row Spacing 15" Row Spacing 3

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201084403-080D (12000-18000 seeds/lb)403-093D (10500-18000 seeds/lb)10500-18000 seeds/poundTalc and GraphiteRequired

4/23/2010196-248M85Seed Rate Charts10500-18000 seeds/poundTalc and GraphiteRequired7 1/2" Row Spacing 10" Row Spacing 15" Row Spacing 3

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20108610500-18000 seeds/poundTalc and GraphiteRequired15" Row Spacing 30" Twin Row 20" Row Spacing 30

4/23/2010196-248M87Seed Rate Charts41 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven = 30R

4/23/2010196-248M7Important Safety InformationSafety DecalsYour implement comes equipped with all safetydecals in place. They were designed to help yo

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20108841 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven

4/23/2010196-248M89Seed Rate Charts38.5 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven = 3

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20109045 lb. bu. CYPRESS Rice7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDrive

4/23/2010196-248M91Seed Rate ChartsMedium Rice (Volumetric)Wheel P/N 403-142D Med. Rate(Requires P/N 817-529C Flow Gate)Chart established with7 1/2” R

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/20109258 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven

4/23/2010196-248M93Seed Rate Charts58 lb. bu.7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingNo Seed TreatmentRange SprocketsDriver = 15Driven = 30R

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/201094Soybeans 100 Cell Wheel (Singulating)Wheel P/N 403-071D (1700-2200 seeds/lb)1700-2200 seeds/pound7 1/2” Row Sp

4/23/2010196-248M95Seed Rate Charts1700-2200 seeds/pound30” Twin Row 20” Row Spacing 30” Row SpacingTalc Required Range SprocketsDriver = 30Driven = 3

3N-3010P and 3N-3020P196-248M4/23/2010962200-4000 seeds/pound7 1/2” Row Spacing 10” Row Spacing 15” Row SpacingTalc Required Range SprocketsDriver = 1

4/23/2010196-248M97Seed Rate Charts2200-4000 seeds/pound30” Twin Row 20” Row Spacing 30” Row SpacingTalc Required Range SprocketsDriver = 30Driven = 3