Tar River TXG Series, Operator'S Manual

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Rotary Tiller TXG, YCT & YCT - R Series
Operating Instructions
Attaching to the tractor
1. With the Rotary Tiller on a level surface, back the Cat. 1 tractor so the tractor lift arms are even
with the unit
’ s
lower hitch points. Be sure nothing is between the tractor and the till-
er before backing up.
2.
justable lower hitch blocks that can be slide to facilitate usage on larger tractors.
3. Secure the lift arm in place by using a 7/16” lynch pin or other fastener.
4. Repeat with the other arm.
5. Connect the driveline to the tractor ’ s PTO output shaft. Secure it in place.
6. Connect the tractor top link to the upper hitch point of the rotary tiller.
7. Start the tractor and slowly raise the tiller. Check for drawbar interference. Be sure that the
PTO driveline does not bottom out when lifting the machine to it
’ s maximum height. If it does
appear that it could bottom out, it is necessary to shorten the PTO driveline. (See Shortening a
PTO Driveline section). Ensure that in the working position there is an overlap of a minimum
of 1/3 the length of each profile.
Shortening a PTO Driveline
1. With the implement attached to the tractor ’ s three point hitch, and the PTO driveline not installed, sepa -
rate the PTO driveline. Attach the implement end to the im-
plement and the other end to the tractor PTO input shaft.
2. Raise the implement by using the tractor ’ s hydraulic 3 - point
hitch to it ’ s maximum lift height.
3. Hold the half shafts next to each other and mark them so each
end is approximately ½
” from hitting the end of the telescopic
profiles.
4.
Shorten the inner and out guard tubes equally.
5. Shorten the inner and outer profiles by the same length as the
guard tubes. Using a rat tail file, round off all sharp edges and
burrs. Grease the telescopic profile generously before reassembling.
Before attaching the rotary tiller to the tractor, check the unit to ensure there is oil
in the top and side gearbox. See Maintenance section for lubricant specifications.
Do not shorten too much, the proper overlap is a minimum of 1/3 the length of each
profile.