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CUSTOMER OPERATION
TRACTOR PREPARATION:
Before operating implement, refer to Tractor Operator's Manual for information concerning safe
methods of operation, hydraulics, hitch adjustment, tire inflation, wheel adjustments, and
tractor weights.
Check tractor brakes and warning lights, make sure they are in proper working order.
Check tractor hydraulics oil reservoir and add oil if needed.
FRONT END WEIGHTS:
Use front-end weights as needed to provide effective steering control and front-end
stability.
See you tractor Operator's Manual for recommendations on ballasting procedures.
HORSE POWER REQUIREMENTS:
The power requirement for this unit is 1.5 - 3.5 HP per S-Tine, depending on the depth of
penetration and ground conditions. Select a tractor with sufficient power to operate this
machine.
SWAY BLOCKS:
Sway blocks should be used and adjusted to limit movement in operating position. Your
implement should be permitted to sway very little while operating and should be held rigid
while transporting.
See your Tractor Operator's Manual.
WHEEL SPACING:
Set tractor wheels so they are equally spaced from center of tractor. If using the tool to
penetrate in fields for row crops, set tractor wheels so they are centered between the rows.
See your Tractor Operator's Manual for correct tire inflation pressure.
WARNING
TRANSPORTING THE IMPLEMENT WILL ADD SIGNIFICANT WEIGHT TO YOUR
TRACTOR. MAKE SURE THE TRACTOR IS PROPERLY BALLASTED!
DO NOT EXCEED THE TRACTOR'S LIFT CAPACITY OR BALLAST RECOMMENDATIONS!
DRAWBAR POSITION:
Place the drawbar in the short, center position to provide maximum clearance between
drawbar and tool.
