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ROTARY TILLER "B" SERIES Operation, Service & Parts Manual June 2006 FORM: BTillerBook.QXD...
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No part of this manual shall be reproduced, copied or disseminated by any means, without manufacturer prior authorization in writing. manufacturer reserves the right to make any necessary changes without giving prior notice, in order to optimize the quality and safety features and does not commit itself to updating this manual every time a change is made.
GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION SYMBOLS This booklet contains three "safety pictograms" which highlight the relevant danger levels or important information: It draws the operator's attention to special situations which may jeopardize people's safety. It draws the attention to situations which unfavorably affect the machine efficiency, but not people's safety.
Failure to comply with these warnings may result in severe injuries or even death. Make sure that the labels are always present and legible; should this not be the case, contact your nearest Gearmore dealer to request replacements Page 2...
MAIN PARTS TERMINOLOGY MAIN PARTS TERMINOLOGY Main Frame Lower Hitch Brackets Top Link Bracket PTO Guard Top Mast Rotor Tines Skids Transmission case Rear Board When asking for information or technical service, always specify the machine type and width. Page 4...
INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION PLATE An identification plate is placed on each tiller and is structured as follows: Serial number (sample): RECOMMENDED USE The tillers described in this instruction and maintenance manual, have been designed explic- itly to till the land. Any other use jeopardizes the operator's safety and the machine integrity. INAPPROPRIATE USE The tillers shall not be used as follows: Connected to vehicles which do not have a suitable power or weight.
SAFETY SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE Most of the accidents, which occur while the operator is using the machine or the equipment or carrying out maintenance and repair activities, are caused by the non-compliance with the main safety requirements. Therefore the potential risks must be fully understood and special attention must be paid to the activity which is being executed.
PREPARATION Prepare the work: Do not drink alcohol, take drugs, or any other substances which may affect the your ability to use the equipment before or when working. Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tractor to prevent the machine from stopping during work.
SET-UP ATTACHMENT TO THE TRACTOR Carefully read this instruction manual and the manuals of the tractor and PTO shaft manufac- turer. All tillers are built to be attached to any tractor equipped with a three point hitch of the correct category and with suitable ball ends. Before attaching the equipment to the tractor, make sure that the ground is smooth and flat and that nobody is standing between the tractor and the tiller;...
SET-UP PTO SHAFT CONNECTION Before installing the PTO shaft make sure that the RPM rating and the direction of rotation match those of the tractor. Carefully read the PTO shaft and tractor instructions. Furthermore, accurately read the instructions of the manufacturer of the PTO shaft and of the tractor.
SET-UP picture 5 LEVELING BOARD ADJUSTMENT The height of the rear leveling board can be adjusted, making the ground more compact and smooth. Release the chain A from the bracket B (picture 5), and re-engage it according to the desired working height. These activities must be carried out with the engine off, the power take off disengaged and the hand brake applied.
SET-UP ASSEMBLING B SERIES 3-POINT HITCH STEP 1: Install the top mast to the tiller main frame as shown. STEP 2: Install the top link bracket to the top mast with the hole in the highest position as shown. STEP 3: Install the bottom link brackets with the holes facing down.
MAINTENANCE ROAD TRANSPORT With reference to road transport, follow local traffic regulations. SHUT DOWN The following activities are recommended if the tiller will not be used for a long period of time: Clean and dry the equipment. Inspect the equipment and replace the damaged or worn parts if necessary. Tighten all the screws and nuts.
MAINTENANCE picture 8 picture 7 picture 9 Normal Spring Tension of Slip Clutch The old oil must be disposed of in compliance with the local laws where these activities are carried out; do not spill or dispose of waste oil on the ground. The maintenance activities must be carried out with the engine off, the power take off disengaged, the parking brake engaged, and the equipment placed on the ground.
SPARE PARTS Before replacing the blades, turn the tractor engine off, pull the parking brake, disengage the power take off, raise the tiller using the tractor lift, and install supports to prevent accidental dropping of the machine. Pay special attention to the bolts A on the blades (picture 10): the screw head must be placed on the blade side, with the washer and the nut on the flange side, so that the bolts cannot loosen while the equipment is being used.
Our obligation shall be limited to repairing or replacement of any part, provided that such part is returned within thirty (30) days from date of failure to Gearmore through the dealer from whom the purchase was made, transportation charges prepaid.
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