Land Pride
Section 2: Operating
Table of Contents
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
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
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
✔ | Check | Reference |
| Read “Important Safety Information” | Page 1 |
| Read all of the Tractor | Page 9 |
| instructions. |
|
|
|
|
| Read “Operating Instructions” | Page 11 |
|
|
|
| Lubricate the tiller as needed. Refer to Lubrica- | Page 18 |
| tion. |
|
|
|
|
| Check the tiller initially and periodically for loose | Page 23 |
| bolts & pins, Torque Values Chart. |
|
|
|
|
| Make sure all guards and shields are in place. | Page 11 |
|
|
|
| Check initially and periodically for loose bolts, pins, | Page 11 |
| and chains. |
|
|
|
|
7/03/07 | RTA2064, RTA2072, RTR2064 & RTR2072 Rotary Tillers | 11 |
