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Bercomac 700312-1 Owner's Manual

Universal mount for yard & garden tractors
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* ASSEMBLY
* OPERATION
READ & FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES & INSTRUCTIONS
104307
BERCO
Rotary Tiller
Universal mount for
YARD & GARDEN
Tractors
CAUTION:
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT
OWNER'S MANUAL

Model Number

700312-1
* REPAIR PARTS
* MAINTENANCE
G-05

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  • Page 1: Model Number

    OWNER’S MANUAL Model Number 700312-1 BERCO Rotary Tiller Universal mount for YARD & GARDEN Tractors * ASSEMBLY * REPAIR PARTS * OPERATION * MAINTENANCE CAUTION: READ & FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES & INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT 104307 G-05...

  • Page 2: Limited Warranty

    NOTE: All warranty work must be performed by an authorized dealer using original (manufacturer) replacement parts. Note: Bercomac reserves the right to change or improve the design of any part or accessory without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured. Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Services: Contact dealer where equipment was purchased or any other BERCOMAC Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ..............................SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................. SAFETY DECALS ..............................ASSEMBLY Step 1: Tractor Preparation ........................Step 2: Rotary Tiller Preparation ......................Step 3: Rotary Tiller Installation, (Primary installation) ................Primary Belt Adjustment ......................Clutch Cable Installation ......................Verify the Rotary Tiller’s Secondary Belt Adjustment ..............

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION TO THE PURCHASER This new attachment was carefully designed to give years of dependable service. This manual has been provided to assist in the safe operation and servicing of your attachment. NOTE: All photographs and illustrations in the manual may not necessarily depict the actual models or attachment, but are intended for reference only and are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. Read this section carefully before operating the tractor and rotary tiller . All operators, no matter how experienced they may be, should read this and other manuals related to the tractor and rotary tiller before operating.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 7. Before cleaning, unclogging, repairing or inspecting, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect wire from the spark plug(s) and keep 1. Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank wire away to prevent accidental starting. inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, 8.

  • Page 7: Safety Decals

    SAFETY DECALS REPLACE IF DECALS ARE DAMAGED SEE PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR DECAL LOCATION Decal #103432 Decal #103433 Decal #103434 Decal #103435 Decal #103455 Decal #103464...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY STEP 1 THIS ATTACHMENT IS A UNIVERSAL MOUNT. TRACTOR PREPARATION: THE MANUFACTURER DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT IT CAN BE SUCCESSFULLY INSTALLED ON EVERY BRAND/MODEL OF TRACTOR. A WARNING BELT SIZE OTHER THAN THE BELTS SUPPLIED MAY BE NECESSARY. TO PREVENT INJURIES: Stop the motor.

  • Page 9: Step 2: Rotary Tiller Preparation

    ASSEMBLY STEP 2 ROTARY TILLER PREPARATION Determine the set of holes (item 1) to use to attach the tiller’s hitch (item 2) by using the following chart: *Measurement from the Set of holes ground to the tow hitch from the top 7.00"...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY For Installation Purposes Only: Remove the pin (item 1) from the working position and insert it in the locked position (item 2). Secure in place with a hair pin (item 3). IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the tiller, never use tiller with pin in locked position.

  • Page 11: Step 3: Rotary Tiller Installation, (Primary Installation)

    ASSEMBLY STEP 3 ROTARY TILLER INSTALLATION: (Primary installation) Lower the lift arm to place the rotary tiller’s frame flat on the ground. Slide the rotary tiller under the tractor. Lower the lift arm (item 1) until it locks in the "UP" position (item 2) to lift the front portion then lower the support (item 3) onto the ground.

  • Page 12: Primary Belt Adjustment

    ASSEMBLY Install the primary belt (item 1) on the engine pulley (item 2). Note: Choose the appropriate belt among the ones supplied. However, the rotary tiller being a universal mounting, a belt size other than the ones supplied may be necessary. Align the belt by raising or lowering the front end of the rotary tiller using the adjusting link (item 3).

  • Page 13: Clutch Cable Installation

    ASSEMBLY CLUTCH CABLE INSTALLATION Tractors with manual clutch mechanism: Disengage the clutch: If your cable (item 1) does not have a spring at the end, attach the cable to the spring (item 3) on the tiller and attach the cable on the adjustable tension rod (item 2). Secure in place.

  • Page 14: Verify The Rotary Tiller's Secondary Belt Adjustment

    ASSEMBLY VERIFY THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE ROTARY TILLER’S SECONDARY BELT: When the belt is correctly adjusted, you should barely see the hole in the tension gauge (item 1). If the hole is exposed (item 2), readjust the belt by screwing the nut (item 3) until well adjusted (item 1). Adjustment Requires Well adjusted...

  • Page 15: Re-Installation

    ASSEMBLY RE-INSTALLATION: WARNING TO PREVENT INJURIES: Stop the motor. Apply parking brake. Remove the ignition key. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental starting. On a level surface remove the mower deck from tractor. Raise the lift arm until the rotary tiller’s hitch (item 5) is even with the tractor’s tow hitch.
  • Page 16 ASSEMBLY Install the drive belt (item 1) on the engine pulley (item Lift the support (item 3). If your tractor is equipped with a manual clutch, install the spring (item 4) at the end of cable to the extension bar (Item 5). Attach the cable shield to the adjustable tension rod (item 6).

  • Page 17: Operation

    OPERATION OPERATING THE ROTARY TILLER CAUTION -Lower the tiller and adjust the tilling depth to 1" or TO PREVENT INJURIES: deeper after first pass. -Push the throttle lever to the medium position. -Remove all objects and keep people away from -Disengage the parking brake.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE PRIMARY BELT ADJUSTMENT WARNING Tractors with an electric clutch mechanism: TO PREVENT INJURIES: Stop the motor. Adjust the tension on the front belt by loosening the Apply parking brake. square head set screw (item 10). Pull the adjustable Remove the ignition key. tension rod (item 11) to stretch the spring by 3/4"...

  • Page 19: Replacing The Tines

    MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE TINES CAUTION WARNING TO PREVENT INJURIES: Always safely block the tiller if you have to work under it. It is not recommended to work under the TO PREVENT INJURIES: tiller because it could fall on you and cause very Stop the motor.

  • Page 20: Dismounting

    DISMOUNTING DISMOUNTING THE ROTARY TILLER END OF SEASON STORAGE: a) Clean the rotary tiller. WARNING b) Check the belts. TO PREVENT INJURIES: c) Replace damaged or worn parts. Stop the motor. Apply parking brake. d) Paint scratched surfaces to prevent rust. Remove the ignition key.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Tiller will not turn. Belt is damaged. Replace the belt. Belt is broken. Replace the belt. Tiller operates irregularly. Tighten belts. Belts are loose. Belts are damaged. Replace belts. A group of tines may be packed up. Remove any debris from the tines.

  • Page 22: Rotary Tiller (Frame)

    PARTS BREAKDOWN / NOMENCLATURE DES PIÈCES ROTARY TILLER (FRAME) / ROTOCULTEUR (CHÂSSIS)
  • Page 23 PARTS LIST / LISTE DES PIÈCES Ref. English description Description française Qty. Part # Réf. Qté. Pièce # 1 Frame Châssis 103436 2 Hitch Attache 103437 3 Hitch pin Goupille d'attache 103438 4 Hex. bolt 3/8" n.c. x 3/4" Boulon hex. 3/8" n.c. x 3/4" 5 Flange nut 3/8"...
  • Page 24 PARTS LIST / LISTE DES PIÈCES Ref. English description Description française Qty. Part # Réf. Qté. Pièce # 31 Nylon insert lock nut 1/4" n.c. (thin) Écrou à garniture de nylon 1/4" n.c. (mince) 32 Extension bar Barre d'extension 103444 33 Hex.
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST / LISTE DES PIÈCES Ref. English description Description française Qty. Part # Réf. Qté. Pièce # 61 Left Bracket Plaque de fixation gauche 103456 62 Nylon bushing Coussinet en nylon 103087 63 Hex. socket set screw 1/4" n.c. x 1/4" Vis à...

  • Page 26: Rotary Tiller (Head)

    PARTS BREAKDOWN / NOMENCLATURE DES PIÈCES ROTARY TILLER (HEAD) / ROTOCULTEUR (TÊTE)
  • Page 27 PARTS LIST / LISTE DES PIÈCES Ref. English description Description française Qty. Part # Réf. Qté. Pièce # 1 Frame Châssis 103417 2 Tine shaft Arbre des dents 103418 3 Left tine Dent gauche 103419 4 Right tine Dent droite 103420 5 Spacer Douille...
  • Page 28 PARTS LIST / LISTE DES PIÈCES Ref. English description Description française Qty. Part # Réf. Qté. Pièce # 30 Seal Joint d'étanchéité 103431 31 Needle bearing Roulement à aiguilles 103465 32 Spring Ressort 103291 33 Hex. bolt 3/8" n.c. x 1" Boulon hex.

  • Page 29: Torque Specification Table

    TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE USE THE FOLLOWING TORQUES WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT GIVEN NOTE: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, dry or when lubricated with normal oil. They do not apply if special graphited or moly disulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used. This applies to both UNF and UNC threads.

  • Page 30: Attachments

    ATTACHMENTS SNOWBLOWER ROTARY TILLER #700312 #700210 40" #700211 44" Mounts to the rear of yard & garden 48’’ UTILITY BLADE #700266 #700255 40’’ tractors 14 to 25 HP. Comes complete #700300 48’’ with drive & manual lift mechanisms Mounts on the same subframe as the Fits on same subframe as rotary &...

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