AGCO Glencoe CC4450, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
CHISEL PLOWING
General
The chisel plow loosens the soil to the desired
depth, allowing water penetration into the soil.
During the winter, the ground will freeze deeper and
“weather out” much faster.
Chisel plowing leaves a mulch and residue cover on
the surface, preventing soil surface sealing. Water
will be absorbed quickly into the soil, reducing runoff,
evaporation and soil erosion. The residue cover also
reduces wind erosion.
Operating Tips
· To retard downhill water movement on slopes,
start at the bottom of the slope and work
upwards, parallel to the bottom.
· Chisel the field at an angle to the rows to break
up the ridges.
Operating Speed
The chisel works best when operated at a relatively
fast speed; 5 mph or faster. If field conditions are
adverse, operate at a slower speed to reduce the
possibility of implement damage.
If field conditions are too rough to operate at high
speed at the desired depth, make two passes at an
angle to each other. Make the first pass shallower
than the second pass.
Turning Corners
IMPORTANT! When making sharp turns, always
raise chisel shanks and disc cutters out of ground.
sharp turns apply extreme side loads on shanks,
disc cutters and frame members, and can cause
serious implement damage.
DISC CUTTER OPERATION
General
The disc cutters are used for cutting stalks and
residue. If stalk and residue cutting is not required,
fully raise the disc frame and use the implement
solely as a chisel plow.
Note: It is not necessary to raise disc cutter frame
when raising main frame to turn corners.
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Fig. 19 - Disc Cutters
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