John Deere 246 and 446 Corn Planter | 247 and 447 Cotton Planters - Operator's Manual
John Deere 246 & 446 Corn Planter | 247 & 447 Cotton Planter Operator’s Manual
68 Pages
This Manual is available in: Digital Download (PDF)
This 68-page John Deere Operator’s Manual covers operation, setup, lubrication, and attachments for the John Deere 246 and 446 Corn Planters as well as the John Deere 247 and 447 Cotton Planters. It is the original factory-issued guide intended for owners, operators, and mechanics.
Written in clear, step-by-step language, this manual explains how to properly prepare the tractor, attach and adjust the planter, set planting depth and population, and operate the machine safely in the field or during transport. It also provides detailed coverage of the many optional attachments available for these planter models.
Manual Contents
General Information & Specifications
- Identification views
- Factory specifications
- Model-specific component identification
Operation
- Preparing the tractor for planter use
- Attaching the planter to the tractor
- Preparing the planter for field operation
- Transporting the planter safely
- Planting depth adjustment
- Drill planting procedures
- Plant population adjustment
- Hill-drop planting operation
- Field safety suggestions
Marker Systems
- Markers for models 246 and 247
- Markers for models 446 and 447
Attachments & Optional Equipment
- Fertilizer attachments
- Insecticide and herbicide attachments
- Gauge shoes
- Pre-emerge sprayer attachment
- Double-disk openers
- Cotton cell-drop planting attachment (247 & 447)
- Double-disk furrowers and covering knives
- Press wheel bands and rubber press wheel tires
- Brush cut-off and baffle plate (247 & 447)
- Fine seed attachment (247 & 447)
- Shelled and unshelled peanut attachments
- Pea or bean attachments
- Ratchet drive sprocket
Lubrication & Assembly
- Lubrication points and service intervals
- Assembly procedures
This is a high-quality digital scan of the original John Deere operator’s manual. The PDF is delivered instantly after purchase and can be viewed on any device or printed for shop or field reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which planters does this manual cover?
This manual covers John Deere 246 and 446 Corn Planters and John Deere 247 and 447 Cotton Planters.
Does it include attachment instructions?
Yes. The manual includes detailed instructions for fertilizer, insecticide, herbicide, seed, peanut, and cotton planting attachments.
Is this a printed manual?
No. This is a digital PDF download delivered immediately after purchase.
Can I print the manual?
Yes. You may print individual pages or the entire manual for personal use.