Land Pride RTR0542 Operator's Manual - Warning
Section 1: Assembly& Set-Up
RTR0542 & RTR0550 Rotary Tillers 311-464M
3/12/18
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Section 1:
Assembly& Set-Up
Tractor Requirements
Tractor horsepower should not exceed 26 hp. Tractors
above this horsepower must not be used. Tractor power
take-off speed must be 540 rpm. Tractor 3-Point hitch
Category can be one of the following: Category I and
Category I quick hitch. The lower 3-Point arms must be
stabilized to prevent side-to-side movement.
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Lightweight tractors with rear attached implements may needÂ
weights added to the front to maintain steering control andÂ
prevent serious injury or death. Consult your tractorÂ
Operatorâs Manual to determine proper weight requirementsÂ
and maximum weight limitations.
Torque Requirements
Check to see that all nuts are tightened. Refer toÂ
âTorqueÂ
Values Chartâ
 on page 27 to determine correct torqueÂ
values for common bolts.
Tractor Shutdown Procedure
The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.Â
Follow these procedures and any additional shutdownÂ
procedures provided in your tractor Operatorâs ManualÂ
before leaving the operatorâs seat.
1.
Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-offÂ
if engaged.
2.
Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
3.
Lower implement to ground or onto support blocks.
4.
Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,Â
and remove switch key to prevent unauthorizedÂ
starting.
5.
Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulicÂ
lines.
6.
Wait for all components to come to a complete stopÂ
before leaving the operatorâs seat.
7.
Use steps, grab-handles and skid-resistant surfacesÂ
when getting on and off the tractor.
Dealer Preparations
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death: Â
An unsupported parked tiller can tip over. Always use parkÂ
stand and/or support blocks to prevent it from tipping overÂ
This unit is shipped almost completely assembled.Â
Carefully follow instructions for final assembly.Â
Before attempting assembly check the following items.Â
Having all the needed parts and equipment readily atÂ
hand will speed up your assembly task and will make theÂ
job as safe as possible.
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Check for fasteners and pins that were shipped withÂ
the tiller. All hardware coming from the factory hasÂ
been installed in the location where it will be used. If aÂ
part or fastener is temporarily removed for assemblyÂ
reasons, remember where it goes. Keep the partsÂ
separated.Â
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Have a fork lift or loader along with chains and safetyÂ
stands that are sized for the job ready for the assemblyÂ
task.
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Have a minimum of 2 people on hand during assembly.