Lowepro RTA2064, RTA2072, RTR2064, RTR2072 manual Transporting, Parking, Operating Check List

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Section 2: Operating

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Transporting

IMPORTANT: Always disengage PTO before raising the tiller to transport position.

6.Grease driveline shaft and all other grease fittings.

7.Clear the area to be tilled of rocks, branches and other foreign objects.

8.Tall grass and weeds may need to be mowed before tilling.

!CAUTION

When traveling on public roads whether at night or during the day, use accessory light and devices for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and local laws.

1.When raising the tiller to the transport position, be sure that driveline does not contact tractor or tiller. Adjust the tractor’s 3-point hitch lift height so that the tiller tines are not lifted more than 14 inches off the ground to prevent damage to the driveline.

2.Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning; and, leave enough clearance so the tiller does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences.

3.Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting from one area to another. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.

4.When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor to a lower gear.

Parking

The following steps should be taken when preparing to store the tiller or unhitch it from the tractor. Also see Storage in the “Maintenance and Lubrication” section starting on page 17 for additional information on long term storage of your tiller.

1.Park the tiller on a level, solid area.

2.Shut off tractor engine and engage parking brake.

3.Set parking stand to desired height for re-hook-up and install pin to lock in place.

4.Unhitch from tractor.

5.See Storage in the “Maintenance and Lubrication” section on page 17 if tiller is not going to be used for a long period.

General Notes for Field Operations

Before beginning to till the following inspection should be performed:

1.Check oil level in gearbox and chaincase. Refer to Lubrication in the “Maintenance and Lubrication” section starting on page 14.

2.Check that all plugs have been replaced properly in the gearbox and chaincase.

3.Check drive chain tension. Refer to Drive Chain in the “Adjustment” section on page 13.

4.Be sure all tiller tines, bolts and nuts are tight.

5.Be certain all guards and shields are in place and secure.

9.Operate with 540 rpm PTO tractor.

10.At first begin tilling at a slow forward speed and shift up as ground conditions warrant.

11.Tiller should be operated with the tiller deck level to the ground.

12.Tiller tines will cut better at a faster rotor speed than at reduced throttle.

13.Do not engage PTO at full throttle.

14.Tilling should not be done in wet conditions as soil will stick to tines.

15.After tilling the first 50 feet, stop and check to see that the tiller is adjusted properly.

16.Do not make turns or attempt to back up while tiller is in the ground. See important note below.

IMPORTANT: Turning or backing up with rotary tines in the ground will damage the tiller.

17.Do not engage PTO with machine in the fully raised or lowered position.

18.Periodically check for foreign objects wrapped around the rotor shaft and remove them after disengaging PTO, turning off tractor, and removing ignition key.

Operating Check List

In addition to design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in its operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. Before beginning to operate your Rotary Tiller, the following inspection should be performed.

Operating Checklist

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Reference

 

Read “Important Safety Information”

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Read all of the Tractor Hook-Upand preparation

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instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

Read “Operating Instructions”

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Lubricate the tiller as needed. Refer to Lubrica-

Page 18

 

tion.

 

 

 

 

 

Check the tiller initially and periodically for loose

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bolts & pins, Torque Values Chart.

 

 

 

 

 

Make sure all guards and shields are in place.

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Check initially and periodically for loose bolts, pins,

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and chains.

 

 

 

 

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Contents Rotary Tillers Table of Contents Safety at All Times Use Safety Lights and Devices Important Safety InformationPractice Safe Maintenance Transport Machinery SafelyWear Protective Equipment Prepare for EmergenciesAvoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard 818-284C 818-130C 818-171C818-858C 818-142C818-540C 818-552CApplication Owner Assistance Using This ManualIntroduction Parking Stand Assembly Driveline Guard AssemblyAssembly and Set-Up Tractor RequirementsHitch, Stand & Shaft Cover Assembly Tractor Hook-Up Driveline InstallationCutting the Driveline Shafts Transporting Operating ChecklistParking General Notes for Field OperationsOperating Instructions Drive Chain AdjustmentsRear Deflector Down Pressure Kit Skid ShoeTine Replacement MaintenanceClutches With 4 Adjusting Nuts Maintenance and LubricationDisassembly Step Clutch Disassembly & AssemblyAssembly Step Clutches With 8 Hex Socket Bolts Storage Hours LubricationDo Not RequiredOverfill ChaincaseRTA20 & RTR20 Series Specifications & CapacitiesRTA2064 RTR2064 RTA2072 RTR2072 Features Benefits Features & BenefitsProblem Cause Solution TroubleshootingAppendix Torque Values ChartIn-tpi · m Ft-lb Mm x pitchTable of Contents Overall Unit and Driveline One year Parts and Labor WarrantyTines and Driveline Friction Discs Considered wear items Corporate Office P.O. Box Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA

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