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OPERATOR & PARTS MANUAL 143387 v1.2 PRO-TILL 14/17/20 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 14/17/20 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 IMPORTANT: Re-phase and cycle oil in the Depth Control Cylinders before use (especially after long periods or storage).
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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. Pitch Adjustment (Adjustment Rods on the 2 Outer Set Cutting Depth Depth Adjustment Cylinders) (Depth Control on LH Cylinder) IMPORTANT: Re-phase and cycle oil in the Depth Control Cylinders...
* 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 Repair - Wheel Hub 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. 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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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! 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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. 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
6. Check that the transport tires are properly inflated to 41 PSI (283 kPa). IMPORTANT Under NO RIDERS CIRCUMSTANCES should there ever be riders while the Pro-Till is in transport. 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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 Cylinder (3). 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
Lift rear sections using the Transport lower the wings in place Cylinder (3), then fold the wings by retracting the Transport forward using the Wing Cylinders (2). Cylinder (#3) to gently set the wings onto the holders. 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
B. After operating for 2 hours: required. Refer to maintenance section. 1. Check all hardware. Tighten as required. 2. Check all hydraulic system connections. Tighten if any are leaking. 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
8. Harder, packed soil may require additional passes Cylinder Pitch Safety Chain, thick washer & for optimum results. It is recommended to do a Adjustment Lugs. lock nut behind front plate. second pass at an angle to the original pass. 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
Note: If running Nose up or Nose down, 3 - Adjust the height so the deflector is running just adjust the deflector angle accordingly. slightly above the ground. -10- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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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- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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. -12- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
Gauge wheel usually needs adjustment when changing working depth by more than one depth control plate. - If plugging persists wait for soil conditions to dry out (Pro-Till 20 Model Only) even more. -13- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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20 degrees to the right from previously worked or seeded rows. (Recommended practice) Gauge wheel usually needs adjustment when changing working depth by more than one depth control plate. (Pro-Till 20 Model Only) -14- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
Only disconnect when unit is on level ground in the proper • Bolt tightness transport or field position. • Wheel bearings IMPORTANT: Safely secure Pro-Till in winged forward transport position when changing or servicing discs. -15- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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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- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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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- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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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- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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5. Apply Loctite anti-seize before installing cylinder end cap. 6. Torque cylinder end cap to 440 lb.ft (600 N.m). 7. Tighten Set Screw on end cap to 6 lb.ft (8 N.m). -19- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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8. When both bushings are installed to the Install proper depth, install the new seals. Seal 9. Re-assemble all other 5/16" necessary components. IMPORTANT: DO NOT use oil or grease on pins or bushing surfaces when re-installing. -20- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
20' Pro-Till: Same typical layout as 17' with the exception of longer front hitch Rubber Roller LH Wing and optional wing gauge wheels. (Cage Roller option Disc Gangs also available) -23- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
117416 - Lock Nut, 7/8 Unitorq (7) 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- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
573356 - Wing Frame Assembly, 20' LH 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. -28- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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117438 - Bolt, Carriage - 3/4 x 2-1/2 GR8 (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. -29- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
(9 Disks + Outer) 573428 - Gang Section Assembly (1) c/w 573374 - Gang Mounting Frame (1) Back Row (LH) (8 Disks + Outer) 573427 - Gang Section Assembly (1) c/w 573371 - Gang Mounting Frame (1) -30- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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B = 7-1/4" B = 7-1/4" B = 5-1/4" gang section should be set to 1-1/2". This should be the standard distance between all gang sections. 1-1/2" STEP 2 -31- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
It 20-3/4” edge of the roller frame plate. should be the same or close to the 40-3/8” (Refer to chart) intital Reference Distance. -33- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (14-August-2019)
Do NOT use any oil/grease/lubricant on using the stack of Pro-Till 14 and require different depth plates and a part numbers. All the other pin or bushing surfaces when installing the...
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2000 PSI - 3/4 ORB (1) (Seal Kit: 123049) 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. -37- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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117225 - Bushing, 2-1/2 OD x 2-1/2 (4) (Seal Kit: 123069) (Seal Kit: 123163) 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. -38- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (03-October-2019)
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Maintenance Free Pins & Bushings 122668 - Orifice, 3/4-16 UNF (1) IMPORTANT: INSTALL DRY Do NOT use any oil/grease/lubricant on pin or bushing surfaces when installing the maintenance free pins into composite bushings. -39- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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1 Depth Stop without having to adjust gauge wheels. If you adjust 2 or more Depth Stops re-adjusting the gauge wheel will be necessary. Follow the above procedure. -42- 143387 - PRO-TILL 14|17|20 (02-April-2019)
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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