Bush Hog RTX85G, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
RTXG SERIES TILLER 5/19 Operation Section 4-29
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
Machine makes intermittent Loose knives Tighten knives
clicking noise Gear tooth damaged Replace damaged gear
PTO Vibrates Worn universal joint Replace universal joint
Machine lifted too high Lower machine and readjust
tractor lift stop
Excessive trash wrapped Remove trash
on rotor
Gearbox noise is noticeable May be normal or new machine Allow time for break-in
and constant Low oil level Add oil
Worn gears Replace gears
Rotors stop turning Slip clutch slipping Reduce load to Tiller or
Adjust slip clutch
Broken Gear / Gears Replace Gears
Machine skip or leaves Badly worn blades Replace worn blades
crop residue Slip clutch slipping Adjust slip clutch or
reduce load
Ground speed too fast Reduce ground speed
for conditions
Machine smells hot or Trash wrapped around Remove trash
begins to smoke drive components
Low oil level in gearbox Add oil
Slip clutch slipping Reduce load to machine or
adjust slip clutch
Oil leaking from gearbox Damaged seals Replace seals
Gearbox overfilled Drain to proper level (1/2 full)