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RTG SERIES TILLER 05/16 Operation Section 4-20
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Never attempt to adjust the rotary tiller while the tractor is running.
5. Raise the tiller and remove the blocks. Lower the tiller to the ground.
6. With the tractor at idle RPM and the tiller lifted off of the ground, engage PTO and slowly advance
throttle to 540 PTO RPM.
NOTE: Rotary tiller is designed to run at 540 PTO RPM only.
7. Select a low gear for the tractor and begin to move forward. Tractor ground speed is to be con-
trolled by gear selection only and not engine speed. As the tractor moves forward, slowly lower
the tiller down. Allow the tiller tines to gradually engage the ground.
NOTE: Do not allow the tractor engine or rotary tiller to bog down or stall. This causes undue wear
and tear on the tiller and tractor. If this continues to happen reduce ground speed and raise tilling
depth of rotary tiller. Never attempt to remove objects from the rotor bar until the tractor has been
shut down and the tiller tines have completely stopped.
Never travel at a fast ground speed while using the tiller, this could damage
it. Never attempt to turn the tractor or travel in reverse with the PTO engaged
and the tiller in the ground. Always raise the tiller out of the ground when back-
ing up or attempting to turn. Failure to do so may cause damage to the tiller.
8. After each use clean all debris from the tiller tines. Replace any missing or illegible safety decals.
Inspect for any damaged or worn parts and replace before next use. Store rotary tiller in a dry en-
vironment.
Extreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects such as gravel,
rocks, wire, and other debris. Inspect the area before tilling. Foreign objects
should be removed from the site to prevent machine damage and/or bodily injury or even death. Any
objects that cannot be removed must be clearly marked and carefully avoided by the operator. Stop
operating immediately if blades strike a foreign object. Repair all damage and make certain rotor
and blades are in good condition before resuming operation.
(STL 5)
9.3 Bystanders/Passersby Precautions
If a bystander comes within 300 feet of the tractor while the implement is being operated, stop the
tractor at once, idle the engine and disengage the PTO. Do not engage the PTO again until all by-
standers are well past the 300 foot distance.
OPS T 0004
9.4 Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO)
Before engaging the PTO, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. The im-
plement must be completely lowered and the deck positioned at a safe operating height. NEVER
engage the PTO with the implement in the raised position. Set the tractor engine speed at approxi-
mately 1,000 RPM before engaging the PTO. Shift the PTO control to the on position, and slowly in-
crease the engine speed until the PTO is operating at the rated speed. If you hear unusual noises or
see or feel abnormal vibrations, disengage the PTO immediately. Inspect the implement to determine
the cause of the noise or vibration and repair the abnormality. OPS-U- 0027