Bush Hog RTX85G, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
RTXG SERIES TILLER 5/19 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 controlled 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 cause damage to the
unit. Never turn the tractor or travel in reverse with the PTO engaged and tiller in the ground.
Always raise the tiller out of the ground when backing up or attempting a 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 environment.
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.
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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 bystanders are well past
the 300 foot distance.
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9.4 Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO)
Before engaging the PTO, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. The implement
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 approximately 1,000 RPM before engaging the PTO. Shift the PTO control to
the on position, and slowly increase 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