Behlen 80115060YEL - Manual (Page 3)

ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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awareness, common sense, forethought, and proper
training of everyone involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance, and storage of the machine.
Also refer to safety messages and operating
instructions in each of the appropriate sections of
the tractor manual. Pay close attention to the safety
decals affixed to both the tractor and Rotary Tiller.
• For non-agricultural applications, OSHA, ASAE,
SAE,and ANSI standard require the use of chain
guards, deflectors, or solid skirts at all times. We
strongly recommend the use of of chain guards or
solid skirts to agricultural applications as well to
reduce the risk of property damage, serious bodily
injury or even death from objects thrown or from
contact with the cutting blades.
Starting And
Stopping Safety
• Check the tractor master guard over the PTO
shaft. Make sure it is in good condition and fastened
securely to the tractor. Purchase a new guard if the
old guard is damaged or missing.
• All tractors that are not equipped with a “live”
Power Take Off (PTO) need to be equipped with
an over-running PTO clutch. These are available
through most farm equipment stores.
• When attempting to stop a tractor that does not
have a live PTO, the momentum created by the
blades of the tiller can cause the tractor to be
pushed forward. Do NOT operate this Tiller unless
the tractor has a live or independent PTO.
• NOTE: The addition of an over-running PTO clutch
may change the length of the PTO driveline required.
Pay extra attention to the instructions on the PTO
driveline installation. Be sure that the driveline
system guarding is sufficient.
• The Rotary Tiller operating power is supplied from
the tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for
PTO engagement and disengagement instructions.
Know how to stop the tractor and Tiller quickly in
case of emergency.
• The engine RPM should always be at idle speed
when engaging the PTO. Once engaged and you
are ready to start cutting, increase the PTO speed to
approximately 540 RPM and maintain throughout the
cutting operation. The Rotary Tiller is designed for
use on tractors with a 540-RPM power take off. Do
not exceed horsepower recommendations.
• Most accidents occur because of neglect or
carelessness. Keep all assistants and bystanders at
least 100’ from the operating Rotary Tiller.
• The majority of the accidents involve entanglement
on the driveline, injury of bystanders by the objects
thrown by the rotating tines, and operators being
knocked off the tractor by low hanging limbs and
then being run over by the tiller. Accidents are most
likely to occur with machines that are loaned or
rented to someone who has not read the owner’s
manual and is not familiar with a Rotary Tiller.
• Install and secure all guards and shields before
starting or operating. The driveline guards and
tractor guards should be used and maintained in
good working condition. They should be inspected
carefully before each use for missing or broken
parts. Worn items must be replaced at once to
reduce the possibility of injury.
• Disengage Power Take Off (PTO) and place tractor
transmission in neutral before attempting to start the
tractor engine.
• Various objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or
chains can become entangled in the working parts
of the tiller. Clean these out immediately to prevent
damage to the tiller. Never allow the tines to contact
objects which may cause damage to the tiller or
serious injury to the operator. Never assume an area
is clear. Always check!
• Always stop the tractor, disengage PTO, allow tines
to come to a complete stop, lower implement to the
ground, set brake, shut off the tractor engine and
remove the ignition key before dismounting tractor.
Never leave equipment unattended while the tractor
is running.
• Never place hands or feet under tiller. Stay clear of
all moving parts.
• Do not reach or place any part of your body under
the equipment until it is blocked securely.
• Do not allow riders on the Rotary
Tiller or tractor at any time. There
is no safe place for riders.
Preparation
• Never operate the tractor and tiller until you have
read and completely understand this manual, the
Tractor Operator’s Manual, and each of the safety
messages found on the safety decals on the tractor
and tiller.
• Personal protection equipment including hard
hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves
are recommended during assembly, installation,
operation, adjustment, maintenance, repairing,
WARNING