
Section 1: Assembly& Set-Up
RTR0542 & RTR0550 Rotary Tillers 311-464M
3/12/18
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Section 1:
Assembly& Set-Up
Tractor Requirements
Tractor horsepower should not exceed 26 hp. Tractors
above this horsepower must not be used. Tractor power
take-off speed must be 540 rpm. Tractor 3-Point hitch
Category can be one of the following: Category I and
Category I quick hitch. The lower 3-Point arms must be
stabilized to prevent side-to-side movement.
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Torque Requirements
Check to see that all nuts are tightened. Refer to
“Torque
Values Chart”
on page 27 to determine correct torque
values for common bolts.
Tractor Shutdown Procedure
The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.
Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown
procedures provided in your tractor Operator’s Manual
before leaving the operator’s seat.
1.
Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-off
if engaged.
2.
Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
3.
Lower implement to ground or onto support blocks.
4.
Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,
and remove switch key to prevent unauthorized
starting.
5.
Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic
lines.
6.
Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
before leaving the operator’s seat.
7.
Use steps, grab-handles and skid-resistant surfaces
when getting on and off the tractor.
Dealer Preparations
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
This unit is shipped almost completely assembled.
Carefully follow instructions for final assembly.
Before attempting assembly check the following items.
Having all the needed parts and equipment readily at
hand will speed up your assembly task and will make the
job as safe as possible.
•
Check for fasteners and pins that were shipped with
the tiller. All hardware coming from the factory has
been installed in the location where it will be used. If a
part or fastener is temporarily removed for assembly
reasons, remember where it goes. Keep the parts
separated.
•
Have a fork lift or loader along with chains and safety
stands that are sized for the job ready for the assembly
task.
•
Have a minimum of 2 people on hand during assembly.