TMG -RT165 Product Manual

TMG -RT165 Product Manual

3-point rotary tiller

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PRODUCT MANUAL
v.2022.03.31
MODEL TMG-RT165/RT185
3-Point Rotary Tiller
WWW.TMGINDUSTRIAL.COM
Toll Free:1-877-761-2819

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Kelly
May 22, 2025

How do you know when the gear box is full enough, but not too full. Both of them

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Mr. Anderson
May 25, 2025

To determine the correct fill level for the gearbox in the TMG TMG-RT165, add SAE 80-90W EP oil through the fill plug hole until oil begins to flow out of the lower plug hole. Do not overfill. Tighten all plugs when done.

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  • Page 1 PRODUCT MANUAL v.2022.03.31 MODEL TMG-RT165/RT185 3-Point Rotary Tiller WWW.TMGINDUSTRIAL.COM Toll Free:1-877-761-2819...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Important Safety Information ..........2 Safety at All Times .
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Safety at All Times Careful operation is your best assurance against an accident. All operators, no matter how much experience they may have, should carefully read this manual and other related manuals, or have the manuals read to them, before operating the power machine and this implement.
  • Page 4 over or interfere with the control of the power machine. Never allow children to operate the power machine, even under adult supervision. Never allow children to play on the power machine or implement. Use extra caution when backing up. Before the tractor starts to move, look down and behind to make sure the area is clear.
  • Page 5 Use Seat Belt and ROPS TMG recommends the use of a CAB or roll-over-protective-structures (ROPS) and seat belt in almost all power machines. Combination of a CAB or ROPS and seat belt will reduce the risk of serious injury or death if the power machine should be upset.
  • Page 6: Safety Labels

    3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by TMG. When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request. 4. Refer to this section for proper label placement. To install new labels: a.
  • Page 7 WWW.TMGINDUSTRIAL.COM Toll Free:1-877-761-2819 6 / 22...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction TMG welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners. This implement has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper assembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the rotary tiller.
  • Page 9: Section 1: Assembly And Set-Up

    Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Tractor Requirements Tractor horsepower should be within the range noted below. Tractors outside the horsepower range must not be used. Hitch Category----------------3-Point Cat. I & II Power Take-Off Speed-----------------540 rpm Horsepower Requirements-----------30-60 hp Assembly Remove all loose parts or packaging from the crate, check goods without damaged and omission. Check the packing list as below, Part No.
  • Page 10: Tractor Hook-Up

    Tractor Hook-Up IMPORTANT: The tractor’s lower 3-point arms must be stabilized to prevent side-to-side movement. Most tractors have sway blocks or adjustable chains for this purpose. IMPORTANT: To prevent damaging the park stand, always store the stand in its transport position before moving the tiller. Make sure you have read and follow all safety alerts, Important Notes, and Notes before continuing.
  • Page 11 Keep yourself and all others away from rotating tines and drive train. Always disengage power take-off and lockout power source before making adjustments or servicing the tiller. A person’s body, hair, or clothing can become entangled in rotating components causing serious bodily injury or death. Make all 3-point hydraulic adjustments from the tractor seat.
  • Page 12: General Operating Notes

    General Operating Notes Before operating the tiller, the following inspection should be performed: Check oil level in gearbox and chain case. Check that all plugs have been replaced properly in the gearbox and chain case. Be sure all tiller tines, bolts, and nuts are tight. Be certain all guards, shields, tailgate, and front dirt deflector are in place and secure.
  • Page 13: Section 3: Maintenance And Lubrication

    The park stand should be in transport position. If it is not, move it to transport position now. Always place tractor in park, set tractor brakes, shut tractor engine off and remove switch key before dismounting tractor. Loosen pivot bolt at the shoe’s front. Remove adjusting bolt at the shoe’s rear.
  • Page 14: Lubrication

    Lubrication Driveline Shaft U-Joints Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = 1-2 pumps Driveline Shield Bearings Type of Lubrication: Grease Quantity = 4-6 pumps Driveline Shaft Disconnect driveline shaft from the tractor and slide apart. Clean and coat the inner tube of the driveline shaft with a light film of grease and then reassemble.
  • Page 15: Section 4: Troubleshooting

    Section 4: Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Implement makes Tines are loose. Tighten tines. intermittent clicking noise Gearbox has tooth damaged. Replace damaged gearbox or gears Replace universal joint. Universal joint is worn. Remove trash. Driveline vibrates Excessive trash is wrapped on rotor. Lower implement and readjust tractor lift Implement is lifted too high.
  • Page 16: Section 5: Appendix

    Section 5: Appendix Bolt Torque The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and cap screws. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt.
  • Page 17: Section 6: Part List

    Section 6. Part List A. TMG-RT165/RT185 Rotary Tiller Covering Assembly WWW.TMGINDUSTRIAL.COM Toll Free:1-877-761-2819...
  • Page 18 Part No. Ref. No. Parts Description GB/T889.1-2000 Nut M12 GB/T97.1-2002 Plain washer 12 GB/T5782-2002 Bolt M12*40 1GR185.01.302 Fixed block 1GR185.01.016 U-block Welding Joints 1GR185.01.013 Hitch GB/T889.1-2000 Nut M8 GB/T97.1-2002 Plain washer 8 1GR185.01.301 hook 1GR185.01.307 Shrapnel FEL300.111 Lock pin 12 AM80.01.101 Lower suspension pin 1GR185.01.020...
  • Page 19 B. TMG-RT165/RT185 Rotary Tiller Central Gearbox Assembly Part No. Ref. No. Parts Description 0.RTD30.2047.00 Gearbox housing 1.RTD30.1025.00 Solid Cover 0.RTD30.5015.00 Spacer 2.RTD30.3055.00 Pinion Shaft 3.RTD30.2091.00 Forging Gear 2.RTD30.2095.00 Output Shaft 3.RTD30.1002.00 Cylindrical gear 6.5.1.00010 Nut M35*1.5 6.6.3.00002 Lock Washer 35 6.1.6.00034...
  • Page 20 C. TMG-RT165/RT185 Rotary Tiller Rotor Shaft Assembly WWW.TMGINDUSTRIAL.COM Toll Free:1-877-761-2819 19 / 22...
  • Page 21 Oil seal FB55*72*8 GB/T276-1988 Bearing 6309 GB/T893.1-1986 Circlip 100 GB/T858-1988 Self locking nut 45 GB/T858-1988 Self locking nut M35 108 -- TMG-RT185 GB/T889.1-2000 Nut M12*1.25 96 --TMG-RT165 108 -- TMG-RT185 GB/T97.1-2002 Flat washer 12 96 --TMG-RT165 27 -- TMG-RT185 1GR185.03.102...
  • Page 22 D. TMG-RT165/RT185 Rotary Tiller Transmission Assembly WWW.TMGINDUSTRIAL.COM Toll Free:1-877-761-2819 21 / 22...
  • Page 23 Part No. Ref. No. Parts Description GB/T5783-2000 Bolt M10*30 GB/T97.1-2000 Plain washer 10 1GR185.04.011 Outer spacer 1GR185.02.105 Gasket GB/T5782-2000 Bolt M10*1*20 GB/T5783-2000 Bolt M8*16 GB/T93-2002 Spring washer 8 GB/T97.1-2000 Plain washer 8 1G135.02.117 Guard shade GB/T5782-2000 Bolt M10*25 GB/T889.1-2000 Nut M10 GB/T93-2002 Spring washer 10 GB/T889.1-2000...

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