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General Operation
1. Horsepower requirements will vary due to speed,
moisture, residue and types of soils. Local dealers
can help in making recommendations for your
conditions.
• The minimum horsepower requirement as an
Independent Tool is 3-5 horsepower per foot of
rolling width.
• The minimum horsepower requirement as a
Companion Tool is 1-3 horsepower per foot of
rolling width.
2. Operating speed is typically 5-8 mph. Reduce speed
in rocky conditions to prevent wheel breakage.
Wing
Cylinder
3-6
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Turnbuckle
Lift Cylinder
Wing Roller
Figure 3-5: Wing Guide Slot
3. Wings should always unfold first, then machine
lowers. If not, reduce hydraulic fluid flow.
4. With machine unfolded and lowered on a level
surface, adjust the Turnbuckle so the that each Wing
Roller is at the lower 1/3 of its respective Guide Slot.
See Figure 3-5.
5. During field operation, it is not necessary to raise the
machine for turns, but turns should be as wide as
possible.
WARNING
Watch out for Overhead Electrical Wires and
other Overhead Obstructions when folding and
unfolding Pulverizer Wings.
Center Frame
Drawbar
Guide Slot
Front
RH Wing
F-1108-0121
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