Transporting; Unhitching; Field Adjustments - J&M Torsion Flex Manual

Transporting

Before the soil conditioner is transported, be sure to secure the Jack Assembly in the transport position located on the top of the
Storage Extension Arm.
The Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner will increase the overall length of the primary tillage tool. Use extreme caution when turning to
avoid obstacles. Reduce ground speed as necessary to maintain control of equipment.
Install hydraulic cylinder transport locks on the Base Unit wheels BEFORE
transporting.
Comply with ALL state and local laws governing highway safety and
regulations when moving machinery on public roads. Be sure an SMV
emblem is in place and clearly visible on the rear of the conditioner. Make
sure all lights are clearly visible and working properly BEFORE highway
travel. Be sure the amber, red and orange retroreflective tape on the
implement is in place and clearly visible.
The transport speed should not exceed 10 MPH in the field or over rough
terrain. Reduce transport speed when necessary to maintain full control of
the implement at all times.

Unhitching

WARNING – Before unhooking the soil conditioner, be sure to install the hydraulic cylinder transport locks. Reposition the jack
stand on the Storage Extension Arm to the parked position and lower the jack stand to the ground by turning the handle until
weight of the soil conditioner is transferred to the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the jack stand when lowering.
Remove the Hitch Pin and unhook the safety chains.
WARNING – Always relieve hydraulic system pressure before disconnecting hoses from tractor or servicing hydraulic system. See
the tractor's operators manual for proper procedures. Disconnect the hydraulic hoses. Install dust covers over the hose plugs and
outlets.

Field Adjustments

The Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner is designed to provide an excellent seedbed when used in conjunction with you primary tillage
tool. For maximum performance in normal field conditions, the soil conditioner should be used with the transport wheels in the
raised position to allow maximum transfer of weight to the rolling baskets.
With the wheels in the raised position, adjust the Turn Buckle Adjustment Bar until the wheels are approximately 2" above the
ground. This will set your Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner at the maximum clearance height during transport.
The Spring Coil-Tine Harrow Bar is designed to improve the soil leveling capabilities of your conditioner. To improve the ground
leveling capabilities of the harrow in heavier soils, pin the harrow bar so the coil-tines are positioned more vertically. In softer soils
or to improve field residue flow through the leveler bar, position the bar with a decreased vertical angle of the tines.
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