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600RT OFFSET
60"
30"
Figure 11. Tiller Offset
TILLING DIRECTION TO
COVER TRACTOR TIRE TRACKS
Figure 12. Clockwise Tilling Direction
3"
OFFSET
Operating Procedure
WARNING
• Only engage power when equipment is at ground
operating level. Always disengage power when
equipment is raised off the ground.
• Read and understand the rotary tiller and tractor
operator's manuals before operating the tiller. Failure
to do so may result in death, serious personal injury or
property damage.
• Never raise the tiller more than a few inches off the
ground when traveling from work area to work area.
• Shut off the engine, set brake, remove key and remove
seat belt. Dismount the tractor.
• Refer to Tractor Manual for proper operation of the
tractor PTO.
Clutch Run-In
Clutch run-in must be done prior to initial use and before
each season or whenever tiller has been setting idle for
more than two months. See Slip Clutch Adjustment page
20 for the run-in procedure.
After you have completed the run-in of the clutch, return
to the operating instructions and proceed with start-up.
Failure to run the clutch in could result in premature
driveline failure and warranty will be voided.
Start-Up Sequence
1. Start tractor engine.
2. Lower tiller slowly, nearly to the ground.
3. Engage tractor PTO.
4. Lower the tiller completely to the ground.
5. Increase engine rpm to normal operating speed of 540 RPM.
6. Move tractor forward. Select a slow tractor speed and
increase slightly until operation is satisfactory.
Rear Shield Adjustment
The rotary tiller tailgate can be adjusted to control the tilth
of the soil. The finest finish is achieved with the tailgate at
the lowest adjustment. As the tailgate is raised, or adjusted
up, the finish of the soil will become more coarse. Raising
the tailgate reduces the amount of recirculation that occurs
to the soil inside the tiller housing. If the soil conditions are
very rocky, the tailgate should be run in a raised position so
rocks may pass through the tiller more quickly.
OPERATION
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