GREAT PLAINS VT1100 Turbo Max Assembly Manual

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VT1100 Turbo Max

Manufacturing, Inc.

www.greatplainsmfg.com

Printed 2023-06-19

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TP-77168

588-685Q-ENG

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Page 1 Table of Contents Index Assembly Manual VT1100 Turbo Max VT1100-20, VT1100-25 & VT1100-30 Manufacturing, Inc. www.greatplainsmfg.com Read the operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! TP-77168 Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
Page 2 VT1100 Turbo Max Table of Contents Index Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 2023-06-19 Table of Contents Index...
Page 3 Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit.
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Page 5  Be prepared if a fire starts  Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.  Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 6  Lower implement, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove the key.  Secure Turbo Max using blocks and supports provided.  Detach and store Turbo Max in an area where children normally do not play. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 7  Wear snug-fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts.  Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when folding and raising machine. Make sure all persons are clear of working area. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 8 Table of Contents Index Introduction Introduction The VT1100 Turbo Max has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper setup, maintenance, and safe operating practices will help the customer get years of satisfactory use from the machine.
Page 9 An orientation rose in some line art illustrations shows the directions of: Up, Back, Left, Down, Front, Right. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 10 See “Assembly” on page 8 to install components needed to pull off side of trailer. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 11 Further Assistance Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. wants you to be satisfied with your new Turbo Max. If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are otherwise dissatisfies with the product please contact: Great Plains Service Department 1525 E.
Page 12 2 Gr. 8 hex bolts (7),  lock washers and  nuts. 8. Bolts may be tightened to specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on page 37 and cotter pins bent. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 13 14. Be sure hoses are routed as shown in, See “Valve Brackets & Hoses” on page 10.  Bolts may be tightened to specs, Bolts may be tightened to specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on page 37. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 14 See “Appendix - Reference Information” on page 37 for proper mounting instructions. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
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Page 16 (21), lock washer and nuts. DO NOT tighten these bolts until after the cylinders are pined to the mount and the gang bar. There need to be a small Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
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Page 18 See “Purging Hydraulic System” on page 21. 17. Bolt may be tightened to specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on page 37 and all cotter pins may be bent. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
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Page 20 5. Bolt may be tightened to specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on page 37. 163/8 There are 2 tabs on the gang bar. BE SURE to install the link on the outside face of the outside tab. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 21 (12) and 1” top lock nut. The hoses will need to be attached to the bulk head fittings on the center brace bar.  Before adhering the decal to the level gauge bracket, be sure to retract the cylinder all the way, position A lines up with the red indicator. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 22 10. This image may show optional hydraulics. Refer to “Parts Manual” for complete break down of hydraulic fittings and hoses. See “Hydraulic Lift Layout” starting on page 40 for hose routing. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 23   Tighten all bolts with lock nuts snug, but do not torque. The rest of the bolts may be tightened to specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on page 37. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 24 Hoses may be twisted when the cylinders are placed in the correct location, if so loosen the hydraulic fittings and correct the hoses. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 25 Table of Contents Index Assembly Hydraulic Hose Hookup 16. Great Plains hydraulic hoses are color coded to help you hookup hoses to your tractor outlets. Hoses that High Pressure Fluid Hazard: go to the same remote valve are marked with the Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
Page 26 (4) with the  x 2 bolts (3),  lock washers and  nuts. 27. Tighten all bolts to specs, See “Torque Values Chart” on page 37. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 27 30. On the HT1100-25 & 30 the pigtail will also attach to the fold assist harness (5) and the fold assist harness will plug into the bypass valve (6). Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 28 (4) leads. 35. Be sure and get all wiring harnesses fastened up securely with hose wraps or clamps (if routed close to hydraulic hoses) or use cable ties. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 29 36. Loosen nuts (2) (one on front and one on back side of sensor bracket, adjust the proximity sensor (1) to ” to ”,   from front of proximity sensor (3) to rear of wing tube (4) as shown. 37. Re-tighten nuts (2) to secure proximity sensor (1). Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 30 40. Install one, 848-972C bypass valve operating instruction decal (3) on front of truss (left side) (4). 41. Install two, model number decals (5) on front of brace bar (one each side). Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents...
Page 31 (2)    to the rear face of the rear tube of the center frame (3). Refer to Rolling Harrow Layouts starting on page 54 for mounting location. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 32  Re-installation instructions are to place left ball joint brackets (6) in proper location from layout drawing and torque u-bolts to 150 ft-lb. Leave right ball joint bracket (7) loose, as it may need move a little while you bolt up the left rolling harrow bracket (3). Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
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Page 34  Please note the direction of travel, if chopper reels are not installed with the indication arrows pointing forward damage may occur. Please see layouts for dimensions and placement, and Part Manual for a complete list of parts. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents...
Page 35 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Assembly Arrows on Chopper Wheel Arrows on Chopper Wheel indicate direction of rotation. indicate direction of rotation. Travel Travel Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 36  The assembly instructions are the same for the Single Round Tube Reel option.  See “VT1100-20 & 25 Reel Hydraulic Layout” starting on page 45 for hose routing or the parts manual for complete part breakdown. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
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Page 38  The assembly instructions are the same for the Double Round Tube Reel option.  Please see layouts for dimensions and placement, and Part Manual for a complete list of parts. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents...
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Page 40  washers and  nuts. 72. Torque x 2 Gr. 8 bolts (1) to 375 ft-lbs to be sure  bolts do not work loose and cause damage to machine. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 41 Rolling Harrow Spike Bolt 1 1/2”-6 650-750 Foot-pounds (175 lbs on 4’ cheater). Wheel Bolt Torque Values 1/2”-20 (75-85ft-lbs) Wheel Bolt Torque Values 9/16”-18 (80-90ft-lbs) Wheel Bolt Torque Values 5/8”-18 (85-100ft-lbs) Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 42 -18 ORB w/jam nut 16-22 12-16   -18 ORB straight 24-33 18-24  -16 JIC 37-53 27-39  -16 ORB w/jam nut 27-41 20-30 -16 ORB straight 37-58 27-43  Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
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Page 44 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information Hydraulic Lift Layout TP-77184 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 45 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 & 25 Hydraulic Fold Layout TP-77185 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 46 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Hydraulic Fold Layout TP-77186 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 47 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 & 25 Hydraulic Gang Angle Layout TP-77187 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 48 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Hydraulic Gang Angle Layout TP-77188 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 49 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 & 25 Reel Hydraulic Layout TP-77189 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 50 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Reel Hydraulic Layout TP-77190 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
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Page 52 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 Machine Layout TP-77-180 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 53 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 Machine Layout TP-77181 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 54 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-25 Machine Layout TP-77175 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 55 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-25 Machine Layout TP-77176 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 56 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Machine Layout TP-69646 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 57 VT1100-20 - VT1100-30 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Machine Layout TP-69647 Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 58 Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 Double Reel/Rolling Harrow Layout TP-69649 Round Bar Double Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 59 Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 Double Reel/Rolling Harrow Layout Round Bar Double Reel Arm & Reel Assembly TP-69650 Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 60 Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-25 Double Reel/Rolling Harrow Layout TP-69651 Round Bar Double Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 61 Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-25 Double Reel/Rolling Harrow Layout TP-69652 Round Bar Double Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 62 Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Double Reel/Rolling Harrow Layout TP-69653 Round Bar Double Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 63 Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Double Reel/Rolling Harrow Layout TP-69654 Round Bar Double Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 64 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 Chopper/Single Reel Layout TP-79191 Flat Bar Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 65 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-20 Chopper/Single Reel Layout TP-77192 Flat Bar Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 66 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-25 Chopper/Single Reel Layout TP-77193 Flat Bar Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 67 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-25 Chopper/Single Reel Layout TP-77194 Flat Bar Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 68 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Chopper/Single Reel Layout TP-69659 Flat Bar Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
Page 69 Table of Contents Index Appendix - Reference Information VT1100-30 Chopper/Single Reel Layout TP-69660 Flat Bar Reel Arm & Reel Assembly Locations will be the same as shown on each model layout. Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 06/19/2023 Table of Contents Index...
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Page 71 ..........38 fold system ........21 lift system ........21 JIC ............38 Joint Industry Conference ....38 riders ............ 2 J514 ............38 right-hand, defined ....... 5 rose, orientation .......5 layout Great Plains | 588-685Q-ENG | 2023-06-19 Cover Table of Contents...
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