FARM-MAXX FTC Series, Operator'S Manual

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i=Tractor wheelbase (cm)
d=Distance between front axle and ballast center of mass (cm)
T=Weight of t operator (75 kg)
Z=Ballast weight (kg)
M=Tiller roller weight (if included) (kg)
S1=Distance between rear axle and lower hitch points (cm)
S2=Distance between lower hitch points and implement center of mass = 33 cm
If the tiller is combined with other machines (fertilizers spreaders or seeders), the ballast check must
be done considering:
M = total weight of the implements (spreader/seeder)
S2 = Distance between lower hitch points and center of mass of implements
(spreader/seeder)
CAUTION
Check the lifting capacity and stability of the tractor and, if necessary, applying the front ballast.To
determine the appropriate characteristics of the ballast, refer to the manual of the tractor.
5. OPERATING
Before operate the tiller, make sure you have read and understood the operating manuals of the
tiller, tractor and PTO shaft, and followed what is described in the section "Set Up".
DANGER
During operation, adjustment, maintenance, repairing or transportation of the machine, the operator
must always use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Before starting work, ensure that all machine guards are in good conditions and fully functional.
During operation, the machine can throw material from the back: prevent people and animals to
approach the operational area.
5.1. START UP
Before the start up and before each use, perform the following pre-operation inspections and service
of the implement: