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FARM-MAXX

FTL – SERIES

FTL-36G

FTL-48G, FTL-60G

OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

UNI-MAXX GLOBAL, LLC

PO BOX 8

WILSON, NC 27894

Summary of Contents for FTL Series

Page 1: ...FARM MAXX FTL SERIES FTL 36G FTL 48G FTL 60G OPERATOR S MANUAL UNI MAXX GLOBAL LLC PO BOX 8 WILSON NC 27894...

Page 2: ...onjunction with following Signal Words according to the degree of possible injuries that may result operating the implement DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will...

Page 3: ...4 TRANSPORTING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 3 5 MAINTENANCE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 3 6 STORAGE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 3 7 SAFETY LABELS 9 SAFETY LABELS POSITION AND DESCRIPTION 9 4 SET UP 1 0 4 1 LOWER HITCHE...

Page 4: ...TION 19 5 5 TRASPORTING 20 6 MAINTENANCE 2 1 6 1 BLADES REPLACEMENT 21 6 2 GEARBOX LUBRICATION 22 6 3 SIDE CASE LUBRICATION 23 6 4 BEARING HOUSING LUBRICATION 24 6 5 DRIVESHAFT MAINTENANCE 24 7 STORAG...

Page 5: ...usly sold Text illustrations and drawings of this manual cannot be disclosed or transmitted in whole or in part to third parties without the written permission of the Manufacturer All rights are reser...

Page 6: ...as unauthorized and dangerous The manufacturer assumes no liability for damage resulting from non intended use 2 3 MAIN PARTS DESCRIPTION 1 Tiller deck 2 Clevis lower hitch 3 Lower hitch pin 4 Upper...

Page 7: ...mpat Quick Hitch I cat ASAE Cat I compat Quick Hitch I cat ASAE Frame off set in 4 Number of Flanges on Rotor No 4 6 7 Number of tines per Flange No 24 36 42 PTO Input speed rpm 540 540 540 Rotor Shaf...

Page 8: ...acturer or your Dealer WARNING Follow strictly the rules prescribed by the safety pictograms applied to the machine WARNING Be sure that all safety pictograms are legible If pictograms are worn they m...

Page 9: ...ity for damages or injuries that may result to operators third parties and objects WARNING Before using the machine familiarize yourself with its controls and its working capacity WARNING Do not leave...

Page 10: ...f people are in his working area DANGER It s absolutely forbidden to stand near the tiller with moving parts WARNING The operator must operate tiller lifting lowering only from the driving seat of the...

Page 11: ...clutch since it can damage the clutch components Before checking slip clutch make sure it has cooled Clutch could be extremely hot and cause severe burn CAUTION Prolonged use of the tiller can cause o...

Page 12: ...he parking brake set WARNING Perform repairs and replacements necessary to the machine using only original spare parts provided by the manufacturer or your dealer DANGER Perform maintenance operations...

Page 13: ...ent unit from tipping over onto a child and or an adult A tiller that tips over can result in injury or death CAUTION Store the unit in an area away from human activity 3 7 SAFETY LABELS The safety la...

Page 14: ...assembled and equipped with a driveshaft with torque limiter clutch discs and related operating manual When the machine is delivered check that there is no damage to the tiller or driveshaft In case...

Page 15: ...lower clevises should be positioned symmetrically respect to tiller PTO at distance of 26 7 8 683 mm re tighten the U bolt referring to the tightening table of this manual If the tractor is equipped w...

Page 16: ...NSTALLATION Before installing the driveshaft the operator must read the manuals of driveshaft and tractor checking in particular that rpm and direction of rotation of the tractor PTO match those of th...

Page 17: ...g it may be adapted by removing it and shortening the tubes according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer in its use and maintenance manual A driveshaft too short can cause disengage of t...

Page 18: ...uring 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...

Page 19: ...but close to the ground then increase speed engine until to 540 rpm lower the tiller on the ground and simultaneously start driving the tractor at low speed Subsequently increase the ground speed depe...

Page 20: ...ey Repair any damages immediately and make sure rotor and blades are in good condition before restarting operation avoid friction clutch overheating caused by too long or too frequent slipping of the...

Page 21: ...talled The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from a wrong modification of the clutch calibration NOTE Excessive tightening of the springs can prevent the clutch from slipping and to pro...

Page 22: ...l and check if the front of the tiller is leveled to the back when lowered to the ground Adjust with the 3 point top link if necessary REAR BOARD ADJUSTMENT The U Series tillers are equipped with a re...

Page 23: ...risk of crushing or cutting of fingers raise or lower the rear board only from the lower edge not from the sides 5 4 STOPPING AND DISCONNECTION To stop the tiller at the end of a working session brin...

Page 24: ...e tiller remains stored in a protected area to prevent that unauthorized personnel can approach it Before a long term storage e g at seasonal end do cleaning and maintenance operations as specified in...

Page 25: ...t Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by the chemical manufacturer 6 1 BLADES REPLACEMENT Frequently check the wear condition of blades through visual inspection The wear of blades is ve...

Page 26: ...al parts CAUTION Worn tines may be very sharp 6 2 GEARBOX LUBRICATION Lubricant SAE EP 80W90 gear oil Check the oil level every 50 hours making sure the oil mark left on the dipstick of the filling pl...

Page 27: ...ore touching the gearbox wait until it has cooled sufficiently IMPORTANT Frequently check possible oil leaks from tiller through visual inspection and in case of leakage provide immediately proper mai...

Page 28: ...side skid dispose the discharged oil into containers for used oil 6 4 BEARING HOUSING LUBRICATION Lubricant SAE multi purpose lithium type grease Grease the rotor hub support every 8 working through...

Page 29: ...s follows take note of the height of the compressed springs loosen the bolts that compress the springs connect the tiller to the tractor see section Conneting to the tractor connect the driveshaft see...

Page 30: ...ls immediately lubricate properly all grease points and restore the oil levels as indicated in the maintenance Section Use protective oil to coat the exposed mechanical components and to protect them...

Page 31: ...op residue Badly worn blades Slip clutch slipping Ground speed too fast for conditions Replace worn blades Adjust slip clutch or reduce load Reduce ground speed Smoke and or hot smell from tiller Debr...

Page 32: ...arrangement cutting edge in wrong direction Debris entangled in blades and or rotor Ground speed too fast Soil too hard Install blades correctly replace right helical arrangement position cutting edg...

Page 33: ...ary Tillers 29 8 8 grade 10 9 grade BOLT SIZE METRIC N m Ft lb N m Ft lb M6 11 8 15 11 M8 26 19 36 27 M10 52 39 72 53 M12 91 67 125 93 M14 145 105 200 150 M16 225 165 315 230 M18 310 230 405 300 M20 4...

Page 34: ...NOTES...

Page 35: ...FARM MAXX UNI MAXX LLC PO BOX 8 WILSON NC 27893...

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