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- Page 1 FARM-MAXX FTH-SERIES FTH-72G, FTH-84G OPERATOR'S MANUAL UNI-MAXX GLOBAL LLC PO BOX 8 WILSON, NC 27894...
- Page 2 Congratulation for purchasing your new FARM-MAXX rotary tiller! This tiller has been designed and manufactured following all safety and quality requirements needed for a safe and satisfactory use over time. A careful reading of this manual will permit you to familiarize with your new equipment, and will provide you all the tools needed to use it safely.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT THIS MANUAL..............INTRODUCTION................2.1. TILLER IDENTIFICATION........................ 2.2. INTENDED USE............................ 2.3. MAIN PARTS DESCRIPTION......................2.4. TILLER SPECIFICATION........................SAFETY....................3.1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................... 3.2. EQUIPMENT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................3.3. OPERATING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................3.4. TRANSPORTING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................3.5. MAINTENANCE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................. 3.6. - Page 4 MAINTENANCE................. 6.1. BLADES REPLACEMENT........................6.2. GEARBOX LUBRICATION......................... 6.3. SIDE CASE LUBRICATION........................ 6.4. BEARING HOUSING LUBRICATION..................... 6.5. DRIVESHAFT MAINTENANCE....................... STORAGE................... SCRAPPING..................TROUBLESHOOTING..............10. TORQUE VALUES TABLE..............
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Page 5: About This Manual
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL The operator must read the manual for a correct understanding of the hazards that may present when operating the tiller, as well as for obtain optimum performance from the machine. The manual is part of the machine, it must be kept in good condition and remain with the machine even in case of resale, until its demolition. -
Page 6: Intended Use
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 2.2. INTENDED USE The FTH-series tillers are designed to be used uniquely for horticultural, agricultural, or commercial applications, to till soil for seedbed and planting preparation. They are designed to be mounted on tractors equipped with hydraulic lift and universal three point hitch that can support the implement weight, and driven by the power of the tractor through the PTO driveshaft. -
Page 7: Main Parts Description
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 2.3. MAIN PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Tiller deck 10. Rear leveling board 2. Clevis (lower hitch) 11. Rotor shaft 3. Lower hitch pin 12. Tines 4. Upper hitch pin 13. Parking stand 5. Top mast 14. Skids 6. PTO shield 15. -
Page 8: Tiller Specification
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 2.4. TILLER SPECIFICATIONS FTH-84G MODEL FTH-72G MODEL Overall dimensions 2285 x 1055 x 795 2056 x 1055 x 795 84'' 72” Tilling width 213.36 182.88 Recommended 50-65 50-65 Tractor HP range 3-point Hitch type Cat. I and II Cat. -
Page 9: Safety
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 3. SAFETY Proper use of equipment, a strict observance of the safety messages listed below and application of all reasonable practices to avoid any risks, prevents accidents or injury, allows the machine to work better and longer, and minimize failures. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damage resulting from not applying the behavioral rules indicated into the manual. -
Page 10: Equipment Safety Instructions
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers DANGER Do not operate the implement when tired, not in good condition, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. CAUTION If the use of the machine is required at night or in conditions of reduced visibility, use the lighting system of the tractor and possibly an auxiliary lighting system. -
Page 11: Operating Safety Instructions
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers WARNING Before engaging the tractor PTO, make sure the tractor PTO speed is set as required for the tiller (540 rpm). Do not over speed PTO or machine breakage may result. DANGER Do not operate the tiller if the driveshaft is damaged. The driveshaft could be subject to breakage during operation, causing serious injury or death. -
Page 12: Transporting Safety Instructions
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers DANGER The PTO shields of tractor and implement side, the driveshaft shielding and the driveshaft retaining chains must be properly installed and in good condition, to avoid risk of entanglement with serious injury or death. DANGER Before engaging the PTO of the tractor, always make sure that the drive shaft is mounted in the correct direction, and that its clamping elements are properly connected both to tractor side and to tiller side. -
Page 13: Maintenance Safety Instructions
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers When turning, use extreme care and reduce tractor speed. WARNING Do not operate the tractor with weak or faulty brakes or worn tires. CAUTION Always use tractor lighting system and auxiliary lighting system for an adequate warning to operators of other vehicles, especially when transporting at night or in conditions of reduced visibility. -
Page 14: Safety Labels
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers WARNING Make sure all parked machines are on a hard, level surface and engage all safety devices. CAUTION Place support blocks under the tiller as needed to prevent unit from tipping over onto a child and/or an adult. A tiller that tips over can result in injury or death. CAUTION Store the unit in an area away from human activity. -
Page 15: Set-Up
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Rotating Driveline Hazard. General Safety Instructions. Operate only with 540 rpm PTO. 4. SET UP The tiller is delivered equipped with a driveshaft with torque limiter (clutch discs) and related operating manual. When the machine is delivered, check that there is no damage to the tiller or driveshaft. In case of damage or missing parts immediately notify the Manufacturer or your Dealer. -
Page 16: Lower Hitches Positioning
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 4.1. LOWER HITCHES POSITIONING The FTH-series tiller is designed to be mounted on tractors equipped with: 3-point Hitch Category I (ISO 730 standard); 3-point Hitch Category II (ISO 730 standard). The position of the lower hitches must be adjusted accordingly. If the tractor is equipped with a 3-point Hitch Category I (ISO 730 standard): ... -
Page 17: Connecting To The Tractor
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers If this does not occur, proceed as follows for each of the two clevises: loosen the U-bolt clamping the clevis to the square tube; slide the clevis on the square tube, positioning it at distance of 16 1/4'' from the center of tiller PTO. -
Page 18: Driveline Installation
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers set the tractor's parking brake, stop engine, remove the ignition key and get off the tractor; connect the lifting arms of the tractor to the lower hitches of the tiller, through the use of the pins and the relative safety split pins;... -
Page 19: Driveline Length Check
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers insert the clutch hub on the tiller PTO, then ensure its tightening onto shaft through its fastener; replace the PTO shield of the tiller through the fixing screws; insert the driveshaft yoke on the tractor PTO, then ensure its tightening onto shaft through its fastener;... -
Page 20: Tractor-Tiller Stability
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers IMPORTANT before operating the tiller the first time, make sure that the driveshaft is lubricated in accordance with how indicated in the instruction booklet; before operating the tiller the first time, and after long periods of inactivity, make sure that the driveline clutch has run a short "run in"... -
Page 21: Operating
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Implement weight (kg) S1 = Distance between rear axle and lower hitch points (cm) S2 = Distance between lower hitch points and implement center of mass = 34 cm 5. OPERATING Before operate the tiller, make sure you have read and understood the operating manuals of the tiller, tractor and PTO shaft, and followed what is described in the section "Set Up". -
Page 22: Operating Instructions
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Before the start up and before each use, make the following checks on the operating area identified for tillage: check that area is clear of foreign objects (rocks, branches or debris). Remove any obstacle and visibly highlight obstacles that cannot be eliminated (e.g. by means flags); ... -
Page 23: Adjustments
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers avoid friction clutch overheating caused by too long or too frequent slipping of the clutch, since this can damage the friction plates and clutch parts. Typical problems that may occur operating the tiller are described in the “Troubleshooting” section, together with their solutions. -
Page 24: Skids Adjustment
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers An adjustment can be done, however, when the clutch slipping is too frequent, which means that the calibration is too low. In this case, the tightening of nuts over the compressed springs will give an increase in torque transmissible. -
Page 25: Rear Board Adjustment
Adjust with the 3-point top link if necessary. REAR BOARD ADJUSTMENT The FTH Series tillers are equipped with a rear board with two chains. The position of the rear board is adjustable by varying the number of chain links tensioned under... -
Page 26: Stopping And Disconnection
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers IMPORTANT Be sure to set the same number of chain links in tension for both chains, in order to equally divide the weight of the rear board between the chains. WARNING To avoid the risk of crushing or cutting of fingers, raise or lower the rear board only from the lower edge, not from the sides. -
Page 27: Trasporting
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 5.5. TRASPORTING To set the tiller for transportation, perform the following steps: idle tractor engine, disengage tractor PTO, and wait for stopping of all rotating parts; lift the tiller until the transport position, making sure the driveline transmission tubes does not contact tractor or tiller. -
Page 28: Gearbox Lubrication
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Replacement of the blades is necessary when the operator notices increase of power absorption during tilling, or when the blade dimension is significantly reduced compared to the original. The use of the machine with blades in bad condition compromises the quality of work. Before perform replacement of the blades: ... -
Page 29: Side Case Lubrication
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Filling Plug Drain Plug If the sign is below the minimum, fill up oil till restore the correct level. The oil change must be performed: after the first 50 working hours; each 500 working hours. To make the oil change: ... -
Page 30: Bearing Housing Lubrication
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Filling Plug Transmission Cover Drain Plug Check the oil level every 50 hours, making sure it reachs the level plug on the transmission cover. If the oil is below this level, fill up oil till restore the level. The oil change must be performed every 500 working hours. -
Page 31: Driveshaft Maintenance
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Grease Zerk IMPORTANT Make sure to clean the fitting zerk before using the grease gun. Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas. 6.5. DRIVESHAFT MAINTENANCE Lubricant: SAE multi-purpose lithium-type grease Grease crosses, sliding parts of protective shielding and driveshaft transmission tubes. -
Page 32: Storage
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Exposure to the elements of tiller and driveshaft, or a long period of inactivity, generally results in oxidation of some clutch components, and creates "sticking" effect on the clutch. Consequently, the torque required to the slippage of the clutch increases considerable respect to the value set at factory, and this may be cause of driveshaft breakage during operation, or damage to the tractor or implement. -
Page 33: Scrapping
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 8. SCRAPPING In case of scrapping, the machine must be disposed in appropriate and authorized sites, according to local legislation. Before scrapping, separate plastic parts from rubber parts, aluminum, steel, etc. Recover and dispose any exhausted oils to authorized centers for oil collecting. 9. - Page 34 FTH-Series Rotary Tillers Hard soil. Reduce ground speed. Blades wear frequently Muddy or sandy soil. Reduce ground speed. Blades break frequently Stony soil. Reduce ground speed. Oil leaking from gearbox/ Gearbox/transmission case Drain to proper level. transmission case overfilled. Loose filling/drain plug. Tighten filling/drain plug.
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Page 35: Torque Values Table
FTH-Series Rotary Tillers 10. TORQUE VALUES TABLE Check frequently tiller hardware to make sure that screws and bolts are tightened according to torque values listed in following table: 8.8 grade 10.9 grade BOLT SIZE Ft lb Ft lb (METRIC) - Page 36 FTH-Series Rotary Tillers NOTES: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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