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RTA10 & RTA15 Series Rotary Tillers 311-252M
10/13/08
Land Pride
Section 2 Operating
Table of Contents
General Notes for Field Operations
Before beginning to till, the following inspection should
be performed:
1. Check oil level in gearbox and chaincase. Refer to
the Lubrication portion of the “Maintenance and
Lubrication” section on page 21.
2. Check that all plugs have been replaced properly in
the gearbox and chaincase.
3. Check drive chain tension. Refer to the Drive Chain
portion of the “Adjustments” section on page 15.
4. Be sure all tiller tines, bolts and nuts are tight.
5. Be certain all guards and shields are in place and
secure.
6. Grease PTO shaft and all other grease fittings. Refer
to the Lubrication portion of the “Maintenance and
Lubrication” section on page 21.
7. Clear the area to be tilled of rocks, branches and
other foreign objects.
8. Tall grass and weeds should be mowed before tilling.
9. Operate with 540 rpm PTO tractor.
10. At first begin tilling at a slow forward speed and shift
up as ground conditions warrant.
11. Tiller should be operated with the tiller deck level to
the ground.
12. Tiller tines will cut better at a faster rotor speed than
at reduced throttle.
13. Do not engage PTO at full throttle.
14. Tilling should not be done in wet conditions as soil
will stick to tines.
15. After tilling the first 50 feet, stop and check to see that
the tiller is adjusted properly.
16. Do not make turns or attempt to back up while tiller is
in the ground. See important note below.
17. Do not engage PTO with machine in the fully raised
or lowered position.
18. Periodically check for foreign objects wrapped
around the rotor shaft and remove them after
disengaging PTO, turning off tractor, and removing
ignition key.
IMPORTANT: Turning or backing up with rotary
tines in the ground will damage the tiller.
Operating Check List
In addition to design and configuration of equipment,
hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper
training involved in its operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of equipment. Before beginning operation
the following inspections should be performed.
Transporting
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CAUTION
When traveling on public roads whether at night or during the
day, use accessory light and devices for adequate warning to
operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state and
local laws.
1. When raising the tiller to the transport position, be
sure that the driveline does not contact tractor or
tiller. Adjust the tractor’s 3-point hitch lift height so
that the tiller tines are not lifted more than 14 inches
off the ground to prevent damage to the driveline.
2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when
turning, and leave enough clearance so the tiller
does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees
or fences.
3. Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting
from one area to another. When traveling on
roadways, transport in such a way that faster moving
vehicles may pass you safely.
4. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor
to a lower gear.
Read and follow the “Important Safety Information” section
on starting on page 1 carefully.
Read all ofTractorHookup in the “Assembly andSetup” section
on page 9.
Read all of the “Operating Instructions” section on page 12.
Lubricate the tiller as needed. Refer to the Lubrication portion of
the “Maintenance and Lubrication” section on page 17.
Check the tiller initially and periodically for loose bolts & pins,
using the Torque Values Chart in the “Appendix” section on
page 27.
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
Check initially and periodically for loose bolts, pins, and chains.
IMPORTANT: Always disengage the driveline
before raising the tiller to transport position.
Section 2 Operating