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Operation
The RT rotary tiller is designed for completion of plowing
operations and seedbed preparation. It breaks up clods,
levels the soil surface, destroys weeds, and mixes in
fertilizer. Refer to the information in this manual for the
specifications, parts, assemblies, and adjustments.
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of
this rotary tiller. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the tractor, tiller, and all
safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety
rules and safety decals on page 6 through page 10.
WARNING
• Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment
and power unit manuals; follow all safety rules and
safety decal information. (Replacement manuals
and safety decals are available from your dealer. To
locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator
at OregonProducts.com, or in the United States and
Canada call 1-800-525-8322.) Failure to follow
instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury
or death.
• Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab
and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling
off power unit can result in death from being run over
or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in "locked up"
position at all times.
• Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating,
attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing
equipment.
• Never allow children or untrained persons to operate
equipment.
• Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and
secured. Never place any part of the body underneath
equipment or between moveable parts even when the
engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak
down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures,
or movement of control levers can cause equipment to
drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury
or death. Follow Operator's Manual instructions for
working underneath and blocking requirements or
have work done by a qualified dealer.
• Before dismounting power unit or performing any
service or maintenance, follow these steps: disengage
power to equipment, lower the 3-point hitch and all
raised components to the ground, operate valve levers
to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake,
stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.
• Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides
freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.
• Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
• Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted,
and in good operating condition.
• A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must
be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in
transport position. Without this weight, front tractor
wheels could raise up resulting in loss of steering. The
weight may be attained with front wheel weights,
ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the
tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.
Figure 1. Tractor Stability (Typical)
Attaching Rotary Tiller To Tractor
1. Move the tractor into position in front of the tiller. Move
back slowly and carefully, not allowing anyone to be
between the tractor and the tiller.
2. Turn off tractor engine.
3. Place the two lower arms of the 3-point hitch over outer
hitch pins. Secure with klik pin (not provided).
4. Attach the tractor center link to the upper hitch point of the
rotary tiller. Adjust the length of the center link until the
tops of the frame ends are parallel to the ground.
5. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway devices to
prevent tiller from swinging side to side during transport.
6. Attach the front PTO driveline from the rotary tiller to the
tractor. (Slide the front section of the PTO driveline into the
back section. Slide the PTO shaft onto the rear PTO output
of the tractor).
OPERATION
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