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BEFCO ® Operator’s Manual TILL-RITE Rotary Tiller T70-282, 382 The operator’s manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany the machine. Manual 971-104B June 2023...
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SAFETY Take note! This safety alert symbol found throughout this manual is used to call your attention to instructions involving your personal safety and the safety of others. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or death. This symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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It is in your best interest to insure that this has been done. Warranty does not cover the following: 1. Cleaning, transporting, mailing and service call charges. See Chapter 8 - Warranty. BEFCO ENERAL NFORMATION...
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Attached to the frame is an ID plate showing the model and the serial number. Record your implement model and serial number in the space provided below. Your local dealer needs this information to give you prompt, efficient service when you order parts. BEFCO ENERAL NFORMATION...
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8. Ensure that all safety shielding and safety signs are properly installed and in good condition. 9. Consult local utility companies to make certain there are no buried gas lines, electrical cables, etc., in the work area before beginning operation. BEFCO AFETY RECAUTIONS...
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6. Allow no riders on tractor or tiller. 7. Allow moving parts to stop before repair. 8. Securely support tiller before working underneath. Additional warning and operating decals are available at no extra charge. Please specify model and serial number when ordering. BEFCO AFETY RECAUTIONS...
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’ PERATOR ANUAL Fig. 2 - Safety decals - implement; replace immediately if damaged. right side left side BEFCO AFETY RECAUTIONS...
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’ PERATOR ANUAL Safety decals - driveline; replace immediately if damaged. placed on outer shield placed on outer tube BEFCO AFETY RECAUTIONS...
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7. Always stop the tractor, set brake, shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key, lower implement to the ground and allow rotor to come to a complete stop BEFCO PERATION...
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24. Use only the driveline supplied with the equipment. Do not use it if it is missing any shield or safety protection. 25. Pass diagonally through sharp dips and avoid sharp drops to prevent “hanging up” tractor and implement. See Table 2, page 27. See Chapter 4 - Maintenance. BEFCO PERATION...
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2. Disassemble top and sides of the crate. Cut wires holding driveline. Leave machine banded to pallet as long as possible to avoid tipping over during assembly. 3. Assemble the hitch together loosely (see fig. 3), and bolt it to the tiller. See Chapter 7 - Pre-Delivery Checklist. BEFCO PERATION...
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Bolt the other end of the chain to the chain hitch located on the tiller frame (see #4, fig. 6). Ensure it is tightened properly. See Table 1, page 27 for proper torque specification. BEFCO PERATION...
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3. Re-tighten the nut (#1) on the adjustment arm (#2). 4. Repeat this operation on the other skid, ensuring both skids are level. Fig. 7 1. locking nut 2. adjustment arm 3. side skid 4. grease fitting 5. right rotor support BEFCO PERATION...
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11. When working, make sure the tractor hitch is in the “float” position, in order to allow the tiller to rest on the skids and therefore to follow the contour of the ground. See Table 1, page 27. BEFCO PERATION...
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CAUTION: Check the tractor PTO rpm to ensure it is set at 540 and turns clockwise. Always ensure that the tractor tire pressure is correct according to the tractor operator’s manual. See Table 2, page 27. Units are quick hitch compatible starting from serial #344167. BEFCO PERATION...
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Allow enough slack for the sliding plastic shielding to slide in and out. IMPORTANT: See Section 4.04 - Driveline, to ensure the driveline is the proper length. Fig. 10 - Correct work position of the tiller. A 1 to 2 degree rearward tilt is acceptable. BEFCO PERATION...
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9. Checking to see if front weights need to be added to the tractor in order to maintain balance. 10. Checking the tractor tires for the proper pressure in accordance to the tractor operator’s manual. 11. Checking that all shields are on the machine and securely in place. BEFCO PERATION...
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2” to 3”. Greater depth may require a second pass. NOTE: Excessive vibration or jumping of the machine is an indication that the machine is working too deep for conditions, such as in hard, parched or compacted soil and should be adjusted accordingly. BEFCO PERATION...
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3.14 - Uneven Terrain DANGER: Be careful when operating tractor and machine over uneven ground to avoid roll-over. See Section 3.06 - Pre-Operational Check. BEFCO PERATION...
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(see fig. 11). CAUTION: All transport operations are to be done without the tiller working, and respecting all local traffic rules and regulations. Fig. 11 Raise the machine 14" to 16" from the ground during transport. 14" - 16" BEFCO PERATION...
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The company will not claim responsibility for use of unapproved parts and/or accessories and other damages as a result of their use. Refer to Table 1 - Torque Specifications, for head identification marking, page 27. BEFCO AINTENANCE...
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GP grease (approximately 2.2 lbs). 4.03 - Blade Maintenance WARNING: To avoid possible injury, wear proper eye and hand protection when servicing tiller blades. Fig. 12 BEFCO AINTENANCE...
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Carefully read and file away the driveline operator’s manual supplied by the manufacturer. The following does not substitute the information found in the driveline manual. IMPORTANT: Always check driveline length during initial setup and when connecting to a different tractor. BEFCO AINTENANCE...
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If determined that the driveline is too short for your tractor, contact your local dealer. Fig. 14 min. 6" Max. min. 2" Min. BEFCO AINTENANCE...
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Follow the instructions in reverse, if while working under normal conditions the clutch does not slip at all. Fig. 15 spring nut BEFCO AINTENANCE...
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(one right and one left). The center rotor is attached to the two side support flanges with special bolts. To remove the center rotor, simply remove these bolts and slip the center rotor out from the two support flanges. BEFCO EPAIR ROCEDURES...
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5. Cover the tiller from the elements in order to have it in perfect condition for the start of the next season. 6. Store driveline in dry area. A slip clutch can become inoperative if the discs stick together. Be sure to check the clutch before using the tiller after prolonged storage. BEFCO EPAIR ROCEDURES...
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Slip clutch slipping. Check slip clutch. Gearbox oil low. Check oil level in gearbox and lubricant on chain. Oil leak from gearbox. Oil seal or grease fitting Replace oil seal or grease fitting. damaged. Gearbox overfilled. Remove excess oil. BEFCO ROUBLESHOOTING...
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Give customer the Operator’s Manual and encourage the customer to read the manual carefully. IMPORTANT: Warranty is not valid unless Pre-Delivery Checklist and Warranty Registration form in Operator’s Manual is completed in detail and mailed to the Company. Model Number: Serial Number: Delivery Date: Dealer’s Signature: BEFCO ELIVERY HECKLIST...
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1. LIMITED WARRANTY BEFCO, Inc. herein referred to as the Company, warrants its machines and related accessories, hereafter referred to as the Machine, to be free from defects in material and workmanship, for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of invoice to the first registered owner;...
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6. WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty Service must be performed by a dealer authorized by BEFCO. If the warranty service requested is approved, the owner shall pay only for labor beyond the rate allowed, for overtime labor, and for any mileage charge for transporting the equipment to and from the dealer’s shop.
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Operator’s Manual and literature published by the Company. Inspected by: Date: Date: Dealer’s Signature: Customer’s Signature: This registration along with a copy of the invoice must be sent to BEFCO, Inc. within 14 days of date of purchase.
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Place stamp here BEFCO, Inc. Warranty Department P.O. Box 6036 Rocky Mount, NC 27802-6036...
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BEFCO ® Parts Manual TILL-RITE Rotary Tiller T70-282, 382 Parts Manual 0523 BEFCO T70-X82 (US) T70-282 Ver. A June 8, 2023 T70-382 Ver. C...
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Bolt HH M14-2.00x40 C8.8 Z F 000-2265 Washer flat Ø12 Z 001-5255 Bolt HH M12-1.75x30 C8.8 Z F 008-0233 Front cover, gearbox 000-6691 Gasket 050-0613 Gearbox 540 rpm, complete Fill using approx. 61 fl.oz. (1.9 qt.) of SAE 90W gear oil. BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 1122...
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