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BEFCO T50-250 Operator's Manual

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BEFCO
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Operator's Manual
TILL-RITE
Side-Shift Rotary Tiller
T50-250, 350
T50-258, 358
T50-266, 366
The operator's manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany the machine.
Manual 971-102B
December 2020

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  • Page 1 BEFCO ® Operator’s Manual TILL-RITE Side-Shift Rotary Tiller T50-250, 350 T50-258, 358 T50-266, 366 The operator’s manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany the machine. Manual 971-102B December 2020...
  • Page 2 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!
  • Page 3 4.06 - Safety Slip Clutch 5 - REPAIR PROCEDURES 5.01 - Gearbox 5.02 - Chain Case 5.03 - Rotor 5.04 - Suggested Spare Parts 5.05 - Storage 6 - TROUBLESHOOTING 7 - PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST 8 - WARRANTY PARTS MANUAL BEFCO NDEX...
  • Page 4 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...
  • Page 5 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...
  • Page 6 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...
  • Page 7 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...
  • Page 8 ’ PERATOR ANUAL Fig. 2 - Safety decals - implement; replace immediately if damaged. right side left side BEFCO AFETY RECAUTIONS...
  • Page 9 ’ PERATOR ANUAL Safety decals - driveline; replace immediately if damaged. placed on outer shield placed on outer tube BEFCO AFETY RECAUTIONS...
  • Page 10 (which is designed to reduce the possibility of thrown objects) must be installed. 6. The majority of accidents involve entanglements on the driveline, injury of bystanders by objects thrown by the rotating blades, and operators being knocked BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 11 When attaining a minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight on the front wheels, you must not exceed the ROPS weight certification. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not guess or estimate! See Table 3, page 31. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 12 CAUTION: Stand clear of bands when cutting as they could be under sufficient tension to cause them to fly loose. Take care in removing bands and wire, they often have extremely sharp edges and cut very easily. See Chapter 4 - Maintenance. See Chapter 7 - Pre-Delivery Checklist. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 13 SAE 90W gear oil. Fig. 5 1. gearbox 2. locking clamps 3. sliding frame 4. side plate shield bolt 5. telescopic shield 5. Check all hardware for proper torque See Table 2, page 31 for proper torque specification. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 14 Bolt the other end of the chain to the chain hitch located on the tiller frame (see #4, fig. 7). Ensure it is tightened properly. The chain hitch also works as a stop for the sliding frame to limit its travel. See Section 3.03 - Side-Shift. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 15 Do not remove the nuts. 2. Push the sliding frame (#2, fig. 8) towards the left to its new desired position. This can be done without levers or turnbuckles. Do not shift it right of center. 3. Re-tighten the 8 nuts. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 16 ’ PERATOR ANUAL Fig. 9 The three point linkage can be shifted from the center mount position (a) to the left (b) into the desired position (c). BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 17 Lowering the skids, raises the tiller from the ground and lowers its working depth. Fig. 10 1. locking nut 2. adjustment arm 3. side skid 4. chain case BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 18 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 2, page 31. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 19 Always ensure that the tractor tire pressure is correct according to the tractor operator’s manual. Fig. 12 1. sliding frame 2. telescopic shield 3. hitch pin See Table 3, page 31. Units are quick hitch compatible starting from serial #353886. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 20 Reinstall the locking bolt and tighten down lock nut. Reinstall PTO protective cover. 8. Attach the safety chains of the PTO shaft to the tiller and the tractor to keep the shielding from rotating. Allow enough slack for the sliding plastic shielding to slide in and out. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 21 6. Checking the condition of the blades. Worn or damaged blades should be changed before starting. 7. Checking to ensure that the cutting edge is the leading edge of the blade. 8. Checking that there are no wires, weeds, grass or other objects wrapped around the rotor. BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 22 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...
  • Page 23 3.15 - 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...
  • Page 24 (see fig. 14). CAUTION: All transport operations are to be done without the tiller working, and respecting all local traffic rules and regulations. Fig. 14 Raise the machine 14" to 16" from the ground during transport. 14" - 16" BEFCO PERATION...
  • Page 25 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 2 - Torque Specifications, for head identification marking, page 31. BEFCO AINTENANCE...
  • Page 26 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. 15 BEFCO AINTENANCE...
  • Page 27 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...
  • Page 28 The second one should be hooked in a hole on the inner driveline yoke shield and to the implement to restrict inner shield rotation. If determined that the driveline is too short for your tractor, contact your local dealer. BEFCO AINTENANCE...
  • Page 29 If the clutch slips frequently while the unit is working, it may be necessary to tighten the spring nuts (see fig. 19) on the slip clutch. Tighten the spring nuts in ½ turn increments, then test run the unit for 600 to 800 ft. Repeat the operation if necessary. The discs on BEFCO AINTENANCE...
  • Page 30 Follow the instructions in reverse, if while working under normal conditions the clutch does not slip at all. Fig. 19 spring nut BEFCO AINTENANCE...
  • Page 31 Overall Weight # of # of Rotor Chain Working Driveline Model Side-shift width width flanges blades sprockets depth ” T50-250 25-50 50” 55” 40” 10-13 8.4” ASAE cat. 4 T50-258 30-50 58” 63” 48” 10-13 8.4” slip clutch T50-266 35-50 66”...
  • Page 32 (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...
  • Page 33 Part # 7300007 Primer, gray - aerosol spray can 7300008 Paint, Befco orange - aerosol spray can 7300010 Paint, Befco black - aerosol spray can WARNING: Be sure to store the implement on a hard level surface and away from people especially children.
  • Page 34 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...
  • Page 35  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...
  • Page 36 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;...
  • Page 37 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.
  • Page 39 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.
  • Page 40 Place stamp here BEFCO, Inc. Warranty Department P.O. Box 6036 Rocky Mount, NC 27802-6036...
  • Page 41 BEFCO ® Parts Manual TILL-RITE Side-Shift Rotary Tiller T50-250, 350 T50-258, 358 T50-266, 366 Parts Manual 1220 BEFCO T50-X50, X58, X66 (US).lwp T50-250, 258, 266 Ver. B December 8, 2020 T50-350, 358, 366 Ver. D...
  • Page 42 ’ RAME PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 0319...
  • Page 43 Serrated adjustment arm 002-1052 Washer threaded M10-1.50 Z 002-1053 Washer with hole Ø10 Z 033-0081 Rotor 50”; T50-250 Ver. A & below 038-6361 Rotor 50”; T50-250 Ver. B, T50-350 043-0081 Rotor 58”; T50-258 Ver. A & below 048-6361 Rotor 58”; T50-258 Ver. B, T50-358 053-0081 Rotor 66”;...
  • Page 44 ’ RAME PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 0319...
  • Page 45 Side shift complete; #353886 & above 001-1251 Bolt "V" M12-1.75x67x73 Z 001-1253 Bolt "V" M12-1.75x54x65 Z 028-6260 Telescopic shielding 50"-58"; T50-250, 258, T50-350, 358 #313776 & below 028-6265 Telescopic shielding 50"-58"; T50-350, 358 #313777 & above 038-6260 Telescopic shielding 66"; T50-266, T50-366 #313776 & below 038-6265 Telescopic shielding 66";...
  • Page 46 ’ RAME PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 0319...
  • Page 47 ’ RAME PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 Ref. Part # Description Qty. 003-0331 Bolt HH M10-1.50x50 C8.8 Z F 000-7255 Bolt HH M12-1.75x35 C8.8 Z F 001-5255 Bolt HH M12-1.75x30 C8.8 Z F 003-0064 Nut PT M12-1.75 C6 Z TK 000-1278 Bolt HH M10-1.50x30 C8.8 Z F...
  • Page 48 ’ EARBOX PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 0315...
  • Page 49 ’ EARBOX PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 Ref. Part # Description Qty. 000-6349 Bolt HH M10-1.50x20 C8.8 Z F 003-0191 Gear cover 003-0193 Gasket 2/10 013-0193 Gasket 5/10 000-1084 Oil seal 55.72.10 003-0188 Bearing 6011 003-0196 Ring gear 003-0190 Shaft coupling;...
  • Page 50 ’ RIVELINE HEAR BOLT PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 0710...
  • Page 51 ’ RIVELINE HEAR BOLT PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 Ref. Part # Description Qty. 1024010C PTO yoke (tractor end) 1004020C Cross & bearing 1944044NC Outer tube 1954046NC Inner tube 1484037C Shearpin coupler (implement end) 1784210C Locking ring, outer tube...
  • Page 52 ’ RIVELINE LIP CLUTCH PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 S #292711 & ERIAL BELOW BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 1014...
  • Page 53 ’ RIVELINE LIP CLUTCH PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 S #292711 & ERIAL BELOW Ref. Part # Description Qty. 1024010C PTO yoke (tractor end) 1004020C Cross & bearing 1944038NC Outer tube 1954040NC Inner tube 1334030C Slip clutch, complete (implement end) 003-0156 Nut, PT M10-1.50 C6 ZC...
  • Page 54 ’ RIVELINE LIP CLUTCH PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 S #292712 & ERIAL ABOVE BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 0112...
  • Page 55 ’ RIVELINE LIP CLUTCH PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 S #292712 & ERIAL ABOVE Ref. Part # Description Qty. 1024010C PTO yoke (tractor end) 1004020C Cross & bearing 1944038NC Outer tube 1954040NC Inner tube 1334030C Slip clutch, complete (implement end) 003-0156 Nut PT M10-1.50 C6 ZC...
  • Page 56 ’ ECALS PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 BEFCO ARTS ANUAL 1220...
  • Page 57 ’ ECALS PERATOR ANUAL T50-250, 350, 258, 358, 266, 366 Ref. Part # Description Qty. 950-109B Decal “DANGER - Avoid injury from PTO” 950-209B Decal “DANGER - Rotating blades hazard” 950-486B Decal “DANGER - Moving parts hazard” 950-417B Decal “CAUTION - Read operator’s manual”...
  • Page 59 Use only original spare parts All rights reserved. It is unlawful to copy, reprint or use any of the information or details in this manual without the expressed written permission of the Company. Technical information provided in this manual is approximate, the Company reserves the right to modify or improve the models shown for technical or commercial purposes.
  • Page 60 ® P.O. Box 6036 Rocky Mount, NC 27802-6036 Tel.: 252.977.9920 - Fax: 252.977.9718 www.befco.com ®...

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T50-350T50-258T50-358T50-266T50-366