9
HYDRAULIC RAM AND HOSES
Attach the main body section of the hydraulic cylinder to the bottom hole of the transport lug
on the main frame. Connect the extending rod end of the cylinder to the bottom hole of the
transport lug located on the wheel axle. Secure with clevis pins and clips. Attach the hydraulic
hoses to the ram and fit couplings to the other end of the hoses. Keep the hoses well clear of
the gangs. This is achieved by elevating the hoses using the hose spring (Pt 3389) and clamps
(Pt 3390) which are attached to the drawbar. It may be necessary to secure the hoses to the
main frame further using plastic ties provided. Connect the hoses to the remote hydraulics of
the tractor.
Note: The transport bar is usually used when no hydraulics are available. For example: towing
the discs with a utility. If the transport bar (Pt 3360) is being used, the hydraulic cylinder may
need to be connected with the ports facing the ground. The side port on the hydraulic cylinder
may also need to be used to prevent the bar interfering with the hydraulics.
OPERATION
Once all safety procedures have been followed, start the tractor and raise the disc cultivator off
the ground using the hydraulics.
TRANSPORT
Use the transport bar provided at all times when transporting over long distances. This
prevents the hydraulic ram from being damaged. The transport bar is connected to the upper
hole of the transport lug on the main frame and the upper hole of the transport hole on the
wheel axle. Secure using the pins provided. Remember to remove the transport bar before
using the ram. The bar may remain connected to the rear hole and be flipped backwards when
not in use. By doing this, it is clear of the ram’s movements and always handy when required.
Turning
When turning with the implement whilst cultivating, always turn into the vee of the gangs (to
the right). Otherwise if turning away from the vee of the gang (to the left) the discs are to be
raised clear of the ground until the turn is completed. If this is not done, excessive strain may
be placed on the tractor and discs, eventually causing damage.
Stopping
Lower the cultivator, stop the tractor engine (removing the ignition key) and apply the park
brake. Ensure that the cultivator is well supported when not in use. If detaching the drawbar,
use the parking jack to hold the drawbar in place
CAUTION:
When the cultivator is on the ground, yet not linked to the tractor, it may be
unstable. Ensure the machine is prevented from rolling backward or forward.
Levelling the machine
The only positive way to ensure the machine is level, is to work through the ground at the
desired depth. Whilst the discs are still in the ground, check the penetration at each end of the
gang frames. Should the machine require levelling because the discs are lifting out or digging
into the ground, the best suggested method of adjusting is to raise the machine clear of the
ground and adjust the tension springs as required. If one side is digging in more than the other
