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EQUIPMENT MATCHING
To insure the safe and reliable operation of the Tiller, it is necessary to use a tractor
with the correct specifications. Use the following list as a guide in selecting a tractor to
use on the machine.
1. Horsepower: Use Table 1 as a guide in selecting the tractor horsepower
appropriate for your width of machine. Use only small Agricultural tractors on this
machine.
Table 1 Horsepower vs. Width
Model Width Horsepower
4560 60 inches 45 max.
(1.5m)
4572 72 inches 45 max.
(1.8m)
ALERT: Do not exceed the recommended horsepower levels. The use
of horsepower will void the warranty.
2. 3 Point Hitch:
The Tiller is equipped with a Category 1, 3 point hitch. Be sure the tractor 3 point
hitch is in the Category 1 configuration. A Category 1 Quick Hitch will fit on the
Tiller.
Install the lift arm blocks or shorten the stop chains to place the arms into the
non-sway configuration. Refer to the tractor manual for details.
3. Load Sensing Hydraulics:
Many newer tractors are equipped with "Load Sensing" hydraulics. It is the
responsibility of the operator to set the tractor hydraulic system to provide "float"
on the 3 point hitch.
The float feature will allow the machine to follow the ground contours during
operation.
4. PTO Shaft:
The tractor must have a 1 3/8" 6 spline 540 RPM PTO shaft to fit the driveline
shaft supplied with the machine. Do not use shaft adapters or operate at any
other speed.
It is not recommended that a tractor with variable speed PTO's be used on the
Tiller. Operating at speeds faster than 540 RPM will overload the drivetrain and
lead to early failures. Attach the safety chains supplied with the PTO shaft,
allowing sufficient slack for the Driveline during turns and operation. Check
booklet attached to the PTO for instructions.