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Section 3 Adjustments

RTA10 Tiller Hitch Offset

Refer to Figure 3-1:

By shifting the lower hitch clevises (#1) to the side, a limited amount of offset can be obtained.

RTA15 Tiller Hitch Sideshift

Refer to Figure 3-2:

The three point and gearbox can be sideshifted to the left of tiller center for various working conditions.

!CAUTION

After offsetting check to see that the PTO shaft clears all shields on the tiller, tractor and the tiller hitch. If not, decrease the offset until clearance is obtained.

!CAUTION

After sideshifting check to see that the PTO shaft clears all shields on the tiller, tractor and the tiller hitch. If not, decrease the sideshift until clearance is obtained.

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RTA Tiller Hitch Offset

6.Loosen the two u-bolts (#2) which hold the top hitch/gearbox frame (#1) to the front tube.

7.Loosen the two bolts (#3) which hold the top hitch/gearbox frame (#1) to the rear of the tiller.

8.Loosen the two u-bolts (#4) which hold the lower hitch clevises (#5) to the front tube.

9.Slide the top hitch/gearbox assembly to the desired location.

10.Re-center the lower hitch clevises with respect to the gearbox.

NOTE: For maximum offset, the left lower hitch clevis can be located on the left hand side of the left end plate.

Retighten all bolts and nuts referring to the Torque Values Chart in the “Appendix” section on page 27.

Figure 3-1

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RTA15 Tiller Hitch Sideshift

Figure 3-2

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Land Pride RTA1034, RTA1550, RTA1050, RTA1058, RTA1542 RTA10 Tiller Hitch Offset, RTA15 Tiller Hitch Sideshift, Adjustments

RTA10, RTA1558, RTA15, RTA1550, RTA1034 specifications

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