Operator and Parts Manual Rotary Tiller 45 Series - 60"& 72" 082011 FK366
Table of Contents - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Table of Contents Introduction..................................................................................................................................5 Safety.............................................................................................................................................6 • Safety.................................................................................................................................6 • General Safety.
Table of Contents - 45 Series Rotary Tiller • Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................27 Bolt Torque..................................................................................................................................28 • Checking Bolt Torque......................................................................................................28 Parts Drawings....................................................
Introduction - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Introduction Farm King has a collection of rotary tiller models to suit your garden and landscaping needs. The 45 Series Tiller attaches to the 3-point hitch as well as Cat. 1 Quick Hitch and is designed to fit a variety of tractors, from 25 hp to 45 hp. Tilling widths range from 55" to 69" in the 45 Series. The tilling shaft is equipped with six to eight flanges, depending on the model. Flanges on all series are available with four tines.
Safety - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Safety Safety Instructions Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you, but also the people around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that everyone operating this equipment is familiar with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety precautions. Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
Safety - 45 Series Rotary Tiller General Safety Instructions • • • • • • • • • Have a first-aid kit available for use and know how to use it. Have a fire extinguisher available, stored in a highly visible location, and know how to use it. Wear appropriate protective gear.
Safety - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Service and Maintenance Safety • • • • • • Stop engine, set brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging. Support the equipment with blocks or safety stands before working beneath it. Follow good shop practices including: -- keep service area clean and dry -- be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded -- use adequate light for the job.
Safety - 45 Series Rotary Tiller • Replace safety signs immediately should they become damaged, torn or illegible. Obtain replacements from your authorized dealer using the part numbers shown.
Assembly / Start-up - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Assembly Instructions The machine is shipped with the PTO shaft not installed. To install the PTO driveline on the machine, follow this procedure. 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Clean the splines on the yoke and the input shaft. 3. Align the splines on the yoke and the shaft. 4. Attach the driveline to the tiller by removing the tapered pin and sliding the yoke onto the gearbox shaft.
Start-up - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Pre-operation Checklist Efficient and safe operation of the Rotary Tiller requires that each operator reads and understands the operating procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre-operation checklist is provided for the operator. It is important for both personal safety and maintaining the good mechanical condition of the Tiller that this checklist is followed.
Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Operation Instructions The Farm King 45 Series Rotary Tiller is a machine that combines the primary and secondary tillage operation into one machine. It breaks up the soil and prepares the seed bed in one pass. Rotational power to the rotor is provided by the tractor PTO. Be familiar with the machine before starting. NOTE: It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this manual and to train all other operators before they start working with the machine.
Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller 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 (1.
Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Driveline Dimension A PTO driveline is supplied with the machine. To accommodate the variety of 3-point hitch geometry available today, the driveline can be too long for some machines and must be cut. It is very important that the driveline be free to telescope but not bottom out when going through its working range. If the driveline bottoms out, the bearings on both the machine and tractor PTO shaft will be overloaded and fail in a short time.
Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller 7. Pull the driveline apart and cut 1/2 of the dimension determined in step 5 from each end. Add another 1/2" (12mm) to each cut off segment. 8. Be sure to use a hacksaw to cut 1/2 from each end of the separated shaft. Cut both the plastic tube and the metal cores. 9. Use a file to remove the burrs from the edges that were cut. 10. Assemble the two ends of the shaft. 11. Make sure that the shaft can telescope freely.
Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Attaching/Unhooking The Tiller should always be located on a level, dry area that is free of debris and other foreign objects. When attaching the machine to a tractor, follow this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Be sure the tractor 3-point hitch is in the Category 1 configuration and the lift arms are in the non sway configuration (See tractor manual). 3.
Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller 9. Use the 3-point hitch to raise the machine. 10. Remove the blocks from under the Depth Gauge Shoes. 11. Reverse the above procedure when unhooking from the tractor. Field Operation Farm King 45 Series Rotary Tillers are designed with the inherent flexibility of operating well in almost any kind of soil and terrain conditions. However, the operator has the responsibility of being familiar with all operating and safety procedures and following them.
Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller 6. Align the unit with the working area. 7. Starting Machine: -- Run the engine at low idle -- Slowly engage the PTO control to start the machine. -- Slowly bring the engine to the rated PTO speed. Never exceed rated speed. -- Lower the machine to the ground and proceed down the field. 8. Stopping Machine: -- Slowly decrease engine speed to low idle. -- Raise machine out of the ground. -- Disengage PTO clutch slowly.
Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Transporting When transporting the machine, review and follow these instructions: 1. Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine. 2. Be sure that the machine is securely attached to the tractor and all retainer pins are installed. 3. Clean the SMV emblem, lights and reflectors and be sure they are working. 4. Be sure you are in compliance with all applicable lighting and marking regulations when transporting. Check with your local authorities. 5.
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Operation - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Storage After the season's use, the machine should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage. Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary down time at the start of next season. To insure a long, trouble free life, this procedure should be followed when preparing the unit for storage: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2.
Maintenance - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Maintenance Service Follow Maintenance Safety Instructions as outlined. Fluids and Lubricants 1. Hydraulic Oil: -- Use standard hydraulic oil for all operating conditions. 2. Gear Box Oil: -- Use an SAE 85W90 gear oil for all operating conditions. -- Gear Box Capacity: 1 U.S. quart (0.85 liter) 3. Chain Case Grease: -- Use a multi purpose grease for all operating conditions. -- If chain case is removed, refill with 800 grams of grease. 4.
Maintenance - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Servicing Intervals If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passageway. Replace fitting if necessary. 8 Hours or Daily: Telescoping Tubes and Quick Disconnect 20 Hours 1. Lubricate PTO driveline (7 locations). Alert When using the safety chains supplied with the PTO shaft, the shield bearings must be kept lubricated. 80 Hours or Once a Season: 2. Lubricate rotor driven end bearing (1 location) 3.
Maintenance - 45 Series Rotary Tiller 40 Hours 1. Check gearbox oil level. -- add as required. 2. Add approximately 10 squirts of grease in chain case. Annually 1. Change gear box oil. Refill with SAE 85W90 gear oil. 2. Wash machine. A-frame Adjustment When moving the hitch along the front frame to adjust the offset, follow this procedure. 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children. 2. Raise the machine so it is slightly out of the ground. 3.
Maintenance - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Tine Replacement When the Tines are damaged in any way, they will need to be replaced. When replacing, follow this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small chidlren. 2. Raise the machine until the Tines are slightly above the ground. 3. Stop engine, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting. 4. Place blocks under each Depth Gauge Shoe to support the machine. 5.
Maintenance - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Clutch Maintenance 1. Before first use or after storage of more than one month, the clutch should be checked. 2. Disengage clutch by turning in the four socket set screws. 3. Run the PTO at low idle to slip the clutch linings. This will help remove the dirt, corrosion, and surface gloss from the clutch plates and also ensure that the linings are loose. 4. Engage the clutch by turning out the socket set screws. 5.
Maintenance - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Troubleshooting The Buhler Farm King 65 Series Rotary Tiller moves curved Tines on a turning rotor through the ground to break it up and prepare a seed bed. It is a simple and reliable system that requires minimal maintenance. In the following section, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions to the problems that you may encounter.
Bolt Torque - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Bolt Torque Checking Bolt Torque The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and hex bolts. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt. Bolt Torque* Bolt Diameter Grade 2 Bolts Grade 5 Bolts Grade 8 Bolts (inches) SAE 2 SAE 5 SAE 8 “A” (lb-ft) (N.m) (lb-ft) (N.m) (lb-ft) (N.m) 0.
Parts - 45 Series Rotary Tiller 45 Series Rotary Tiller Assembly Drawings 29
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Parts - 45 Series Rotary Tiller When Ordering Parts Always give your dealer the Model, Color and Serial Number of your machine to assist him in ordering and obtaining the correct parts. Use the exploded view and tabular listing of the area of interest to exactly identify the required part.
Parts - 45 Series Rotary Tiller 32 Item Part Number 32 903171 Description Spacer 1.
Parts - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Item Part Number Description 69 967361 7/8" x 4" Clevis Pin 70 86171 3/8" x 1-1/4" Hex Bolt 71 811790 3/4" x 4-1/2" Hex Bolt 72 81701 3/4" Lock Washer 73 81700 3/4" Hex Nut 74 81593 3/8" Lock Washer 75 81592 3/8" Hex Nut 76 F0409 PTO Shaft 78 81568 5/16" Hex Nut 79 909277 Manual Holder 80 9812432 1-1/4" Cotter Pin 33
Parts - 45 Series Rotary Tiller PTO Assembly Drawing 34
Parts - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Item Part Number Description F0409 Shaft Complete 907193 Outer Half Shaft - Tractor 907194 Inner Half Shaft - Implement 1 907186 Yoke - Tractor End 2 936540 Repair Kit 3 936344 Outer Tube Yoke 4 936351 Flex Pin Outer Yoke 5 907187 Cardan Tube, Outer 6 907188 Cardan Tube, Inner 7 936350 Flex Pin, Inner 8 936345 Inner Tube Yoke 9 907189 Torque Lim Ft32r/4 10 966209 Shield Support, Outer 11 966207 Outer Shld Cone 12 966208 Inner Shld
Parts - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Gearbox Drawing 36 Item Part Number Description 906913 Gearbox Complete 1 907151 Housing 2 907152 Ball Bearing 3 967303 Snap Ring E.35 Din 471/2 4 907153 Oil Seal 5 907154 Ring 6 967305 Snap Ring 1.
Shipping Kit and Bundle Numbers - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Shipping Kit and Bundle Numbers The following is a list of Kit Numbers for this product and the Bundle Numbers, Descriptions, and Quantities for each Kit.
Warranty - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Farm King Limited Warranty This document limits your warranty rights. Base Limited Warranty Buhler Industries Inc. provides this warranty only to original retail purchasers of its product. Buhler Industries Inc. warrants to such purchasers that all Buhler Industries Inc.
Warranty - 45 Series Rotary Tiller Authorized Dealer and Labor Costs Repairs eligible for labor under this limited warranty must be made by Buhler Industries Inc. or an authorized Farm King dealer. Buhler Industries Inc. retains the exclusive discretion to determine whether it will pay labor costs for warranty repairs or replacements, and the amount of such costs that it will pay and the time in which the repairs will be made. If Buhler Industries Inc.
Warranty - 45 Series Rotary Tiller (Note that some provinces or states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusion may not apply to you.) This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from province to province or state to state. Buhler Industries Inc.
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