GENERAL TILLER SAFETY
Operation of the Rotary Tiller requires special efforts on your part to ensure your safety and the safety of others. Know these requirements before you operate the Rotary Tiller.
0To avoid injury or tiller damage, do not allow anyone to stand on or ride on the tiller.
To avoid injury from rotating parts or thrown objects, do not stand or allow others to stand near the tiller while it is operating.
Clear the area of all debris before beginning tiller operation.
0Operating the tiller in the fully raised position may exceed the maximum angle of the driveline.
To avoid tiller damage and possible loss of control, do not add weight to the top of the tiller.
To avoid injury to yourself and others; do not leave the tiller in the raised position when unattended.
KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AT A SAFE DISTANCE WHEN OPERATING THE ROTARY TILLER.
Never wear loose clothing when operating the rotary tiller. Loose clothing may become entangled in rotating parts or become hooked on controls leading to injury or damage to property.
Never leave the tractor operator's seat when the tractor is in motion; or while the Power Take Off (PTO) is engaged.
Before getting off the tractor, always:
-shut the engine off
-remove the ignition key
-wait for the PTO to stop turning
-then lower the tiller to the ground
To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, never attempt to clean or adjust the tiller with the tractor engine running.
TRACTOR PREPARATION
HITCH
Operation of the TL 5040 Rotary Tiller requires the optional rear hydraulic lift and three point hitch be installed on the tractor.
FRONT COUNTERWEIGHT
Proper operation of the Rotary Tiller requires the installation of an optional front counterweight bracket and four 26 pound (11,8 Kg.) weights.
The addition of the front counter weight may not always maintain satisfactory stability. Reduce tractor speed and exercise caution under these conditions to prevent severe personal injury or property damage.
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I Do not exceed weight limitations stated in the tractor owner's manual or equipment damage may result.
TIRE PRESSURE
Proper tractor tire pressure with tiller and front weight kit installed:
Turf tires | Front | Rear |
14 psi | 11 psi | |
Agricultural tires | 20 psi | 24 psi |