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OPERATOR & PARTS MANUAL 143368 v1.5 PRO-TILL 33/40 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 , &...
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QUICK-START GUIDE WARRANTY PRO-TILL 33/40 REMEMBER! You must complete Product * Refer to operators manual for complete safety and operation info. Registration to be eligible for Warranty. Connect Hydraulics FLOAT FLOAT WHEELS ROLLERS TRANSPORT WINGS JACK (if available) GPS Reference Maintenance (Set overlap to 6”...
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Put in Field Position 1” iii) IMPORTANT: Operator must read and understand the tractor manual in order to place the required hydraulic circuits into oat position. Set Cutting Depth IMPORTANT: Re-phase and cycle oil in the Depth Control Front Disc Depth Adjustment Rear Disc Depth Adjustment Cylinders before use.
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PRO-TILL 33/40 UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS UNLOADING GUIDELINES - Lowboy Trailer 1. Position trailer on level ground with lots of room on the unloading side for unloading and driving unit of trailer. 2. Use appropriate forklifts to unload front “A” frame hitch, hardware container, and unloading ramps from trailer.
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PRO-TILL 33/40 UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS UNLOADING GUIDLINES - Flatbed Truck The weight of the Pro-Till is over 30,000 lbs. Any lifting of the Pro-Till main assembly during loading or unloading must be accomplished using an overhead crane capable of safely lifting the unit at the designated secure lift locations.
* Reference Sheet Quick-Start Guide / Unloading Instructions 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 &...
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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. 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-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! 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-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. 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
40km/hr, the centre frame wheels (transport tires) must be checked and properly inflated: 94 PSI (648 kPa). IMPORTANT Under NO RIDERS CIRCUMSTANCES should there ever be riders while the Pro-Till is in transport. 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
PRO-TILL to properly contour the ground and to avoid possible cylinder or equipment damage. NEVER LIFT WINGS! Unfold using the Wing Cylinders (4), then lower all rear sections using the Transport Cylinders (3). 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
E. With the wings in the proper position, retract Lift rear sections using the Transport the Transport Cylinders (#3) fully lowering the Cylinders (3), then fold the wings forward wings onto the wing transport carriers. using the Wing Cylinders (4). 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
If excessive 1. Check all hardware. Tighten as required. disc wear is evident, replacement may be 2. Check all hydraulic system connections. required. Refer to maintenance section. Tighten if any are leaking. 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
Adding a 1/4” stop raises discs up 1/2” higher. 7. Harder, packed soil may require additional passes for optimum results. It is recommended to do a second pass at an angle to the original pass. 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (14-November-2018)
1/2” you want to Raise it. NOTE: As the discs wear with usage, the disc depth 7. Repeat above procedure until proper depth is settings will also need to be adjusted accordingly. achieved. -10- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
Double Sided Scraper Blades Note: When blades are being reversed, the complete section must be changed at the same time or adjustment will not work properly. -11- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
- Raise discs all the way up & drive 12-14 mph on firm soil to clear rollers. - In certain wet soil conditions place scrapers in storage position to continue operating. - If plugging persists wait for soil conditions to dry out even more. -12- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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- Wait for soil conditions to dry out more. Pro-Till 40 CT 491” (12.4m) 493” (12.5m) - Adjust working angle to approximately 20 degrees to the right from previously worked or seeded rows. (Recommended practice) -13- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (14-November-2018)
Only disconnect when unit is on level ground in the proper transport or field position. IMPORTANT: Safely secure Pro-Till in winged forward transport position when changing or servicing discs. -14- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
4. If applicable, install Rear Locknuts using Wheel Dust Cap Torque Values. 9. Fill dust cap half full of grease and gently tap into position. 10. Pump grease into hub through grease fitting until lubricant can be seen from dust seal. -15- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-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- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-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- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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 -18- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-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. -19- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
572786 - Spacer, Bushing (2) 117171 - Bearing Unit, 4 Hole (2) IMPORTANT: Setscrew MAX Torque is 30 lb . ft (41 N . m). 117172 - Bearing Insert, 2-7/16 (1) Do not over-torque. -25- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
117581 - TopLock Nut, 5/8 Flanged (2) are achieved. Note: Setting too low can 117460 - Bolt, CRG 5/8 x 3 GR8 (2) result in a trench or possibly cause plugging. 118447 - Lock Nut, 5/8 Unitorque (2) -29- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
Gap Distance Install 118186 - Bolt, 1/2 x 1-1/4 GR8 Wear to 3/8” then 1/4” to 3/8” with Wear 118729 - Lock Nut, 1/2 Unitorque Edge down properly tighten. from roller surface. Surface down -30- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
Disc Gang Components - Pro-Till 33 (10m) Note: 20" Disc option Gang Assembly Mounting (20) requires a 20" outer disc at this location. 572891 - V-Clamp (1) 572906 - Gang Section The 22" Disc option, Assembly (1) 118134 - Bolt, 1 requires a 22"...
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1-1/2". This should be STEP 1 the standard distance between all gang sections. 20" Discs A = 8-5/8" 1-1/2" STEP 2 B = 5" -OR- 22" Discs A = 8-5/8" B = 4-1/2" -32- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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1-1/2". This should be STEP 1 the standard distance between all gang sections. Controlled Traffic 20" Discs A = 8-5/8" 1-1/2" STEP 2 B = 5" -OR- 22" Discs A = 8-5/8" B = 4-1/2" -33- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
3-3/4 x 8 x 2 (1) 3-3/4 x 8 x 2 (1) 123045 - Cylinder, (Seal Kit: 123051) (Seal Kit: 123051) Monarch, 4-1/4 x 8 x 2 (1) Previous (Seal Kit: 123046) Previous Previous Previous -36- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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3-3/4 x 8 x 2 (1) 3-3/4 x 8 x 2 (1) 123045 - Cylinder, (Seal Kit: 123051) (Seal Kit: 123051) Monarch, 4-1/4 x 8 x 2 (1) Previous (Seal Kit: 123046) Previous Previous Previous -37- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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123045 - Cylinder, Monarch, 4-1/4 x 8 x 2 (1) Monarch, 3-3/4 x 8 x 2 (1) Monarch, 4-1/4 x 8 x 2 (1) (Seal Kit: 123046) (Seal Kit: 123051) (Seal Kit: 123046) Previous Previous -38- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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123045 - Cylinder, Monarch, 4-1/4 x 8 x 2 (1) Monarch, 3-3/4 x 8 x 2 (1) Monarch, 4-1/4 x 8 x 2 (1) (Seal Kit: 123046) (Seal Kit: 123051) (Seal Kit: 123046) Previous Previous -39- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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126489 - Hose, 3/8 x 264 (1) 126488 - Hose, 3/8 x 192 (1) 126483 - Hose, 3/8 x 110 (1) 123048 - Cylinder, Monarch, 5-1/2 x 42 x 2-1/2 (2) (Seal Kit: 123047) -40- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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Threaded Head Cylinders or 123049 for Wire Ring style Cylinders) IMPORTANT: Angle the fitting and hose downward at the angle shown (passing through pin head) to avoid contact with frame when folded IMPORTANT into transport position. -41- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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126541 - Hose, 3/8 x 94 126507 - Hose, 3/8 x 110 (1) Open IMPORTANT: Close the ball valve to prevent accidental Ball Closed operation of this Valve circuit. Ensure ball Closed valve handle remains Position in closed position. -42- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE TO SET DEFLECTOR HEIGHT: 1-Run the machine with discs set to the proper depth. 1-1/2" 2-Stop the machine. 3-Adjust the 5-sided pin to the height where the deflector is running on the ground. -44- 143368 - PRO-TILL 33/40 (02-November-2018)
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.
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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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