Operator`s manual

OPERATION
EM 1700,2200,2200F,2500 04/09 Operation Section 4-12
OPERATION
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3. Disc Depth
c. The Disc depth is hydraulically controlled. Stops can be placed on the disc lift cylinder to limit the
discdepth setting. Generally speaking the deeper the disc the less residue will be retained on the
fieldsurface. In addition, deeper disc depths will require greater horsepower from your tractor.
d. To make adjustments
(1) While operating in the field, observe the disc operating depth and using the correcthydraulic
remote make adjustments to the disc depth to achieve the desired result.
(2) When properly set, raise the entire unit from the ground using the main lift cylindersand bring
the unit to a stop.
(3) Make sure all transport locks are properly installed, the tractor engine is shut downand the
parking brake is engaged.
(4) Place cylinder stops on the disc lift cylinder so that the proper disc depth can bemaintained
and returned to, if the discs are raised during operation.