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OPERATOR & PARTS MANUAL 143365 v1.7 PRO-TILL 20/26/28 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...
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QUICK-START GUIDE WARRANTY PRO-TILL 20/26/28 REMEMBER! You must complete Product * Refer to operators manual for complete safety and operation info. Registration to be eligible for Warranty. Connect Hydraulics FLOAT DEPTH FLOAT WINGS TRANSPORT JACK PITCH PITCH ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT Maintenance (Check Machine Daily) •...
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Put in Field Position 1” iii) Depth Adjustment Set Cutting Depth Pitch Adjustment (2 Inner Wheel Cylinders) (2 Outer Cylinder Adjustment Rods) (Start with 8 stops (Tool Storage Location) 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 Troubleshooting Service & Maintenance Maintenance Checklist Maintenance Free Pins &...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDER DANGER NEVER PARK, UNHOOK, 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...
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CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation CAUTION that, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury if proper practices are not taken, or, serves as a reminder to follow appropriate safety practices. 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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• Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety and could affect the life of the equipment. • Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY! 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
8. Install a safety chain between the tractor and the hitch. 9. Connect lights (electrical socket plug) to tractor. 10. Raise the hydraulic hitch jack. 11. When unhooking from the tractor, reverse the above procedure. 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
6. Check that the transport tires are properly inflated to 58 PSI (400 kPa). IMPORTANT Under NO RIDERS CIRCUMSTANCES should there ever be riders while the Pro-Till is in transport. 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
Pro-Till to properly contour the ground and to avoid possible cylinder or equipment damage. NEVER LIFT WINGS! Unfold using the Wing Cylinders (2), then lower all rear sections using the Transport Cylinders (3). 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
Cylinders (3), then fold the wings forward lower the wings in place using the Wing Cylinders (2). by retracting the Transport cylinders (#3) to gently set the wings onto the holders. 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
B. After operating for 2 hours: disc wear is evident, replacement may be 1. Check all hardware. Tighten as required. required. Refer to maintenance section. 2. Check all hydraulic system connections. Tighten if any are leaking. 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
Wing passes for optimum results. It is recommended Cylinder Pitch Safety Chain, thick washer & to do a second pass at an angle to the original Adjustment Lugs. lock nut behind front plate. pass. 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
Best setting is 3 - Adjust the height so the deflector is running just adjust the deflector angle accordingly. when deflector runs just slightly above the ground. slightly above the ground. -10- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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180° position, as desired. (See Below) - Re-install the pin to secure 180° deflector arm in place. 90° If preferred, the deflector arm could also be completely removed and stored by pulling the pin and removing. -11- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
Note: When blades are being reversed, the complete section must Loosen Clamps to Adjust Side to Side be changed at the same time or adjustment will not work properly. -12- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
- In certain wet soil conditions place scrapers in storage position to continue operating. - If plugging persists wait for soil conditions to dry out Gauge wheel usually needs adjustment when changing even more. working depth by more than one depth control plate. -13- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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- Install optional gauge wheels (if not already equipped) & ensure proper adjustment as shown in the manual. Gauge wheel usually needs adjustment when changing working depth by more than one depth control plate. -14- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
Only disconnect when Annually unit is on level ground in the proper transport or field position. • Bolt tightness • Wheel bearings IMPORTANT: Safely secure Pro-Till in winged forward transport position when changing or servicing discs. -15- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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660 (895) position after routing is complete to provide a cleaner 675 (915) 970 (1315) installation and prevent possible damage or hazards. 915 (1240) 1310 (1780) 1250 (1695) 1785 (2420) 1600 (2175) 2290 (3110) v1.0 -16- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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2. Align, thread into place and hand tighten. 8. Inspect to ensure that O-ring is not pinched and that washer is seated fl at on the face of the port. 3. Tighten to proper torque from the table shown above. -17- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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8. Use hydraulic cylinder jack. 10. Pump grease into hub through grease fitting until 9. Oil any exposed chrome shafts on the hydraulic lubricant can be seen from dust seal. cylinders to prevent rusting. -18- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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7. Remove plastic removal ring from the cylinder internal tube groove tube. is fully exposed. This will also move the internal wire ring into its removal position. Inner Ring Outer Wire Ring Internal Groove (Removed) v1.0 -20- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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Note: Make sure the cam of the band clamp is c) Install External not overtop of the gap in the ring. Wire Ring Inner Ring External Ring 18. Before using the cylinder, ensure that you double check your work. -21- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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6. Torque cylinder end cap to 440 lb.ft (600 N.m). IMPORTANT: DO NOT use oil or grease on pins or 7. Tighten Set Screw on end cap to 6 lb.ft (8 N.m). bushing surfaces when re-installing. -22- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
117416 - Lock Nut, 7/8 Unitorq (2) Maintenance Free Pins & Bushings IMPORTANT: INSTALL DRY Do NOT use any oil/grease/lubricant on pin or bushing surfaces when installing the maintenance free pins into composite bushings. -27- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
572909 - Gang Mounting Arm (1) Front Row (LH) (15 Disks + Outer) Back Row (LH) (14 Disks + Outer) 572901 - Gang Section Assembly (1) c/w 572895 - Gang Mounting Arm (1) -30- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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A = 9-1/4" B = 5-5/8" gang section should be set to 1-1/2". This should be -OR- the standard distance between all gang sections. 22" Discs 1-1/2" STEP 2 A = 9-3/8" B = 5-1/4" -31- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
Torque to: 80 lb . ft (108 N . m) MAX Torque of 30 lb . ft (41 N . m) Do not over-torque setscrew. 573430 - Cage Roller Assembly, 131865 - Rubber Roller 4.2m (2) -OR- Assembly, LSTX 4.2m (2) -32- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
3/8” then the Scraper blade to the Roller 118186 - Bolt, 1/2 x 1-1/4 GR8 Surface down Wear properly tighten. Surface between 1/4” to 3/8” 118729 - Lock Nut, 1/2 Unitorque Edge down -33- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
[See Detail "A" below] Detail A - LH Roller Cylinder Previous Configuration Detail B - LH Wheel Cylinder Configuration (RH Opposite) (RH is Opposite) Roller Cylinder Lock Kits (LH Shown) Hoses connect in same locations. -34- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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126717 - Hose, 3/8 x 322 (1) 126712 - Hose, 3/8 x 50 126707 - Hose, 3/8 x 32 123067 - Cylinder, Monarch, 4 x 20 x 2 (2) (Seal Kit: 123049) Relief Valve Connections Detail -35- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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126715 - Hose, 3/8 x 164 (1) 126714 - Hose, 3/8 x 140 (1) 126713 - Hose, 3/8 x 56 123068 - Cylinder, Monarch 5 x 40 x 2-1/2 (2) (Seal Kit: 123069) Transport Cylinder Hose Connection Detail -36- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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(Seal Kit: 123051) Open IMPORTANT: Close the ball valve to prevent accidental Ball operation of this Jack / Ball Valve Connection Detail Valve circuit. Ensure ball Closed valve handle remains Position in closed position. -37- 143365 - PRO-TILL 20|26|28 (26-April-2018)
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Locking Nut 13-3/4” Gauge Wheel Location for Pro-Till 20 RH Location Shown (LH Opposite) 3. Lock the ratchet jack in place with large jack nut.
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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