65 Series Rotary Tiller
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FIELD OPERATION - cont'd.
c. Offset:
The Category Pin Brackets can be moved 3 to 4 inches along the Deck
Assembly to either side of center if required. Center the machine for
normal operation. Offset if the tire tracks are wider than the machine or
when tilling around trees, bushes or other areas.
ALERT:
Sliding offset feature not available in the 82” model.
d. Drag
Shield:
Adjust the chain in the Adjustment Bracket to set the height of the Drag
Shield. Set the Drag Shield to just contact the tilled soil when operating.
7.
Align the unit with the working area.
8.
Starting machine:
a.
Run the engine at low idle.
b.
Slowly engage the PTO control to start the machine.
c.
Slowly bring the engine to the rated PTO speed. Never exceed rated
speed.
d.
Lower the machine to the ground and proceed down the field.
9.
Stopping machine:
a.
Slowly decrease engine speed to low idle.
b.
Raise machine out of the ground.
c.
Disengage PTO clutch slowly.
CAUTION
:
Place all controls in neutral, lower machine, stop engine, set
park brake
remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before
dismounting.
10.
Ground Speed:
Travel speed can vary between 2 and 5 mph (3 and 8 km/h) depending on the
soil and terrain conditions. It is the responsibility of the operator to note the
condition of the job being done and set the speed to obtain a quality tilling job
and maintain control of the machine. The speed can be increased to optimize
tilling. Decrease speed if you want the soil worked to a finer texture.
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