Break - In Checklist; Tractor Requirements - Farm King HS8525 Operator And Parts Manual

Break - In Checklist

Check the following mechanical items after 1 hour of
operation and again after 10 hours of operation:
1. Check condition of all hydraulic components for
leaks. Tighten fittings to correct leaks or replace
components. Do not operate with hydraulic leaks.
Figure 135
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2. Check the hitch (1, Figure 135) for damaged, loose
or missing parts. Repair as needed before
operation.
3. Check for loose fasteners and hardware. Tighten
as required.
4. Check that tires are inflated to 317 kpa (46 psi).
5. Check that wheel nuts and bolts are torqued to:
203.3 (150 ft.-lb) (9/16" diameter)
N•m
325.4 (240 ft.-lb) (5/8" diameter)
N•m
569.4 (420 ft.-lb) (3/4" diameter)
N•m
Wheel bolts must be kept tight. If bolts are not tight,
bolts will loosen causing severe damage to hub,
wheel and tire. Check wheel bolts periodically,
especially the first few hours of either transport or
field work.
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Tractor Requirements

AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
The tractor must be equipped with an approved Roll
Over Protection Structure (ROPS) and safety belts to
help prevent personal injury or death caused by
tractor roll over.
B-17042
• Keep shields and all guards in place.
• Keep away from moving parts.
• Keep bystanders away.
NOTE: The following information will depend on tilling
depth, soil type, field speed, etc.
The HS8525 and HS8530 will require a tractor with
minimum 335 to 425 HP.
The HS8535 will require a tractor with minimum 390
to 480 HP.
The HS8540 will require a tractor with minimum 450
to 550 HP.
Using
recommended range may cause severe damage to
frame and / or disc blade components of equipment
and thereby void warranty.
Operation - High Speed Compact Disc
a tractor with greater HP than the