Summers 2510 DT - Manual (Page 59)

SECTION 3 - OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
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TRANSPORTING
The Summers Diamond Disk & 2510 DT are equipped with
manual wing and center lift cylinder locks. The following
procedure should be used to prepare disk for transport.
1. Check that wing locks are in the storage positions.
2. Fully extend main lift cylinders, quickly lower disk approximately
1”, raise wings.
3. Install safety locks on wings and center lift cylinders.
4. USE a safety chain between tractor drawbar and disk hitch
when transporting on public roads.
5. Check wheel bolts / nuts after first 20 miles of road transport
and every 60 miles there after.
Road the implement at a reasonable speed not to exceed 20 miles
per hour.
Always use an ASAE “Slow Moving Vehicle” emblem and Safety
Lights when transporting on a road or highway. Comply with your
state and local laws governing lighting and maximum width regula-
tions. Transport during daylight hours only.
NOTE: Because of the tricycle tire arrangement
of the disk center section, the front set of duals
tend to “scuff” during sharp turns on hard
surfaces such as concrete or pavement.
Avoid very sharp turns with disk at all times.
If necessary to make a sharp turn, do so with
wings down and proceed slowly.
STORAGE
Proper rust prevention treatment of equipment before placing in
storage will not only lengthen its useful life, but will assist in main-
taining optimum performance when put back into service.
The following list contains suggestions for preparing your imple-
ment for storage.
1. Clean entire machine. Remove all dirt and excessive grease
implement.
2. Check disk over thoroughly for damaged or worn parts, cracked
or broken blades, and loose bolts.
3. Wheel bearings should be cleaned and repacked each year.
4. Grease all zerks on implement.
5. Block up to remove weight from tires.
6. If implement is lowered to the ground, place boards under
blades.
7. Disconnect rods and fully retract the cylinders to prevent rust-
ing of shafts and subsequent seal damage. If left extended, coat
rods with grease to prevent corrosion. Remove grease prior to
retracting cylinders.
8. For safety, do not store implement with wings folded up.
9. Clean and place a protective coating of heavy oil or grease on
earth-working parts to prevent rusting.
10. Touch-up any spots where paint has been scratched or
worn off.