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OPERATOR & PARTS MANUAL 143354 v1.1 D E G E L M A N I N D U S T R I E S L T D. B O X 8 3 0 - 2 7 2 I N D U S T R I A L D R I V E , R E G I N A , S K ,...
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Put in Field Position 1” iii) Depth Adjustment Pitch Adjustment Set Cutting Depth (2 Inner Wheel Cylinders) (2 Outer Cylinder Adjustment Rods) (Start with 8 stops per cylinder, test depth & adjust) (IMPORTANT: Add depth Typically stops starting from depth plate end ) Set to 2”...
* Reference Sheet Quick-Start Guide OPERATORS SECTION - TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT Safety Notice Introduction Safety Hook-Up Transport Transport to Field Position Field to Transport Position Operation Pre-Operation Checklist Operation Guidelines / Suggestions Setting Disc Depth Scraper Settings Service & Maintenance Maintenance Checklist Repair - Wheel Hub Repair - Wire Ring Hyd Cylinder...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDER DANGER NEVER PARK, UN-HOOK, or RAISED SERVICE Pro-Till with REAR WINGS DANGER If the front hitch becomes disconnected in this position the front hitch will raise suddenly and the back of the machine will drop! Changing Discs and Servicing The best position to safely change or service the discs on the Pro-Till is when it is secured in the winged...
Degelman PRO-TILL is the fastest and most versatile piece of tillage equipment you will ever own. Use this manual as your first source of information about this machine.
Safety Why is SAFETY important to YOU? 3 BIG Reasons: •Accidents Can Disable and Kill •Accidents Are Costly •Accidents Can Be Avoided SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL The Safety Alert Symbol means: he Safety Alert Symbol identifies important safety messages applied to the PRO-TILL and in this ATTENTION! manual.
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GENERAL SAFETY YOU are responsible for the safe operation and 1. Read and understand the Operator’s maintenance of your Degelman PRO-TILL. Manual and all safety signs before YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who operating, maintaining or adjusting.
Hook-Up HOOK-UP / UNHOOKING The PRO-TILL should always be parked on a level, dry area that is free of debris and foreign objects. Follow this procedure to hook-up: 1. Clear the area of bystanders and remove foreign objects from the machine and working area. WARNING/DANGER Never disconnect Pro-Till 2.
Transport TRANSPORT SAFETY TRANSPORTING 1. Read and understand ALL the information in Use the following guidelines while transporting the the Operator’s Manual regarding procedures PRO-TILL: and SAFETY when operating the PRO-TILL in the 1. Use a safety chain and a pin with provisions for field/yard or on the road.
Transport to Field Position Overview TRANSPORT TO FIELD POSITION FOLLOW PROCEDURE BELOW: D. After fully opening the wings, extend the Transport Cylinders (#3) to completely lower the Pro-Till rear A. On level ground, frame sections to the ground. position the Pro-Till so it is straight in-line behind the tractor.
Field to Transport Position Overview FIELD TO TRANSPORT POSITION C. After raising all the rear sections, retract the FOLLOW PROCEDURE BELOW: Wing cylinders (#2) to bring both wings inward towards the frame. A. In field position, fully extend the Depth (#1) cylinders to completely raise the (Wheels &...
Operation OPERATING SAFETY PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual It is important for both personal safety and maintaining and all safety signs before using. good operational condition of the machine that the pre- operational checklist be followed. 2.
Operation OPERATING GUIDELINES 1. Place both the Wing Cylinders (#2) and the Transport Cylinders (#3) into the FLOAT position before operation. IMPORTANT Transport Cylinders and Wing Cylinders MUST both be in the FLOAT position for the PRO-TILL to contour properly and to avoid possible cylinder or equipment damage.
Operation SETTING DISC DEPTH & DIRT DEFLECTOR NOTE: As the discs wear with usage, the disc depth settings will also need to be adjusted accordingly. Use the following as a guideline for setting depth: DEPTH SETTING OVERVIEW 1. Drive the PRO-TILL onto level ground. For initial setup, try "8 Depth Stops"...
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Operation SETTING ADJUSTMENT DISC SETTING DIRT DEFLECTOR ARM DISTANCE This adjustable furrow reducer disc allows the The distance of the deflector arm has three possible operator to adjust the end disc. It is typically set to settings that can be adjusted depending on the disc/ two inches higher than the other discs.
Operation SCRAPER POSITION OVERVIEW SETTING SCRAPER POSITION Change into Storage Position: • Loosen & remove the 4 bolts (2 per arm). • Rotate section upward to new position. Storage Position • Reinstall bolts and tighten in place. Remove the 4 bolts •...
Service & Maintenance MAINTENANCE SAFETY HYDRAULIC SAFETY 1. Review the Operator’s Manual and all safety items • Make sure that all components in the hydraulic before working with, maintaining or operating the system are kept in good condition and are clean. PRO-TILL.
Service & Maintenance MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST STORAGE The PRO-TILL should be carefully prepared for After reviewing the Maintenance and Hydraulic storage to ensure that all dirt, mud, debris and Safety Information, use the Maintenance Checklist moisture has been removed. provided for regular service intervals and keep a record of all scheduled maintenance: Follow this procedure when preparing to store: ( Initial break-in review.
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Service & Maintenance TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CHECKING BOLT TORQUE WHEEL NUT & WHEEL BOLT TORQUE The tables shown below give correct torque values Wheel Nut/Bolt Torque for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to Size lb.ft (N.m) the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. 280-300 (380-405) Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide.
Service & Maintenance WHEEL HUB REPAIR COMMON HUB & SPINDLE COMPONENTS Dust Inner Inner Flat Seal Cone Spindle Washer Outer Outer Slotted Dust Cone Nut & Cotter Pin IMPORTANT Be sure to block up unit securely before removing tires. DISASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 1.
Service & Maintenance REPAIRING A WIRE RING CYLINDER NOTE: You will need the following tools: Rubber 8. Once you have removed the rod assembly, Mallet, Screwdriver, Punch, Pliers, and the proper remove the removal ring from the tube. seal kit. 9.
Service & Maintenance REPLACING A PRESSED BUSHING NOTE: You may need the following tools: 6. Continue to install until the bushing edge is Press, hammer, punch, pry-bar, "Step-Tool" recessed in to a distance of 5/16" to allow for the outer seal to be properly installed. Do not Use the following as a guideline for repair: exceed this depth.
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Re-torque of fastening hardware, Hydraulic fluid purities, drive train alignments, and clutch operation) 3. If parts not made or supplied by Degelman have been used in the connection with the unit, if, in the sole judgement of Degelman such use affects its performance, safety, stability or reliability.
It is the retail customer’s responsibility to deliver the product to the authorized Degelman dealer, from whom he purchased it, for service or replacement of defective parts, which are covered by warranty. Repairs to be submitted for warranty consideration must be made within forty-five days of failure.
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