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15. Refer to Figure 18 . Once the machine is level and set
to the desired depth, set the depth stop at the front
of the machine to ensure that the unit will operate at
a consistent depth every pass. After setting the stop,
if a change of depth is desired, 1 full turn of the
handle either in or out will change the depth
approximately 1/4” up or down respectively.
 Slight tire to ground pressure should be maintained to
prevent cylinder pin and clevis wear. If after setting
the depth stop, the detent on the tractor kicks out
before the stop contacts the button on the depth
stop, slow the hydraulic flow speed down. If this
problem exists, contact the factory service
representative for other possible adjustments. On
tractors with a timed detent setting, set the detent so
when you raise the machine, the pump will run for 1/2
to 1 full second after full raise. If it runs longer than
this, damage to the seals of the lift cylinders may
result.
16. Varying the angle on the gangs will also change the
results of your operation. It is recommended to
operate the Turbo Max with the gangs in the straight
position when this is your last pass ahead of the
planter or grain drill. This will leave the best possible
seedbed for planting. It is not recommended to
operate the tool at a depth deeper than the intended
planting depth.
17. Situations that may require the operator to angle the
gangs would be in a field that requires the unit to be
more aggressive as far as moving soil such as
leveling ditches, filling in sprayer tracks, more
aggressive weed control, etc. In these instances, the
gangs may be angled as needed to level the ground
and remove problem weeds. In the fall, the gangs
would be angled to make the unit more aggressive to
cover more residue. This will tie the residue to the
surface and enhance the breakdown of the residue.
Also in very hard ground, the angled gangs will allow
the unit to penetrate better.
18. The Turbo Max is a versatile tool that allows the
operator to make changes from the cab of the
tractor.
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Figure 18
Depth Stop Adjustment
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