ATI Technologies 365 manuale d’uso

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i COPYRIGHT 2005 by A TI Corporation New Holland, P A 17557 U.S.A. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or other- wise, without prior written permission of A TI Corporation. DISCLAIMER THE INFORMA[...]

ii 1 Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 2 T ractor Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 3 Preseeder Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

iii T ABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv W ARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv SAFETY PRECA[...]

iv INTRODUCTION W ARRANTY This manual is furnished to you, the owner/operator , as a guide to get the greatest benefit from your Preseeder tiller . A TI Corporation wants you to be able to get the most use out of your tiller through safe and effi- cient operation. Before attempting to operate the tiller , carefully read all sections of this manual.[...]

1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THE BEST OPERA TOR IS A CAREFUL OPERA TOR. By using common sense, observing general safety rules, and adhering to the precautions specific to the Preseeder tiller , you, the operator , can promote safe equipment operation. Read and be sure you understand all precautions in this section before operating your tiller . The machine[...]

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY DECALS The safety decals appearing in Figure 1 are a sampling of those affixed to the tiller . These examples are not meant to represent all decals, but do illustrate typical precautionary and infor- mational signage relating to tiller operation and use. IMPORT ANT : It is the responsibility of the operator to locate, read[...]

FIGURE 1 Decals 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS[...]

SERIAL NUMBER LOCA TIONS TRACTOR SERIAL NUMBER LOCA TION The serial number is located below the fuel tank as shown (See Figure 2). The serial number will be require when ordering parts. For easy reference, enter Model and serial num- ber on these lines: Model_________________________________ Serial Number___________________________ ENGINE SERIAL NU[...]

5 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT FIGURE 4 Preseeder Landscaping Tiller General Arrangement[...]

TRACT OR OPERA TION DAIL Y CHECKS TO PERFORM BEFORE ST AR TING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Place the machine on a level surface then remove the oil dipstick. 2. Check the oil level as indicated in the engine owner ’ s manual and fill with the rec- ommended motor oil.(See Figure 5). CHECK FUEL LEVEL 1. Remove the fuel tank cap (See Figure[...]

7 TRACT OR OPERA TION ENGINE OPERA TION ST AR TING A COLD ENGINE 1. Place the throttle control to the CHOKE position (See Figure 7). 2. Pull the starter rope slowly and with low force until the slack is out of the rope and resistance is felt (See Figure 9). 3. When resistance is felt, pull the rope with enough force to turn the engine fast enough t[...]

TRACT OR OPERA TION ST AR TING A W ARM ENGINE (Cont’d) 4. Move the throttle to the RUN position when operating the machine (See Figure 10 on Page 7). NOTE: Operating conditions may not r equir e setting to full RUN position. STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Place the throttle to the IDLE position and allow the engine to idle for 30 seconds (See Figure 1 1 [...]

9 TRACT OR OPERA TION DO NOT Engage the Attachment when TOW V AL VE is in the ON position. OPERA TING THE DIRECTIONAL CONTROLS STOPPING MOVEMENT WITH ENGINE RUNNING 1. RELEASE the HYDROST A TIC CONTROL LEVER, A. The lever will automatically go the neutral position as shown (See Figure 15). 2. When the hydrostatic lever is in the neutral position th[...]

TRACT OR OPERA TION ADJUSTING THE V ARIABLE SPEED CONTROL (Cont’d) 4. T ighten control knob, A (See Figure 17). NOTE: The optimum location of the V ARIABLE SPEED CONTROL KNOB allows you to fully engage the hydr ostatic contr ol lever to achieve a comfortable operating speed for the gr ound conditions . NOTE: Moving the V ARIABLE SPEED CONTROL KNO[...]

11 TRACT OR OPERA TION TRACTOR SWING CONTROL LEVER The swing control lever is shown at A (See Figure 20). ANGLING THE A TT ACHMENT USING THE SWING CONTROL LEVER 1. Stop the engine by positioning the throttle to the STOP position (See Figure 21). 2. Lift up and hold the SWING CONTROL LEVER (See Figure 22). 3. Push forward on the left handlebar while[...]

TRACT OR OPERA TION END OF SEASON STORAGE SER VICE CLEAN THE ENTIRE MACHINE AND ENGINE Thoroughly clean the machine and engine then blow dry with 50 PSI compressed air . ENGINE SER VICE 1. Refer to the engine manufactures manuals for specific recommendations and proce- dures. MACHINE SER VICE 1. Lubricate all grease point as shown in the Lubricatio[...]

13 PRESEEDER OPERA TION GENERAL SAFETY The Preseeder tiller is a machine designed to quickly prepare a level, fine-textured bed, ready for seeding turfgrass. It is intended for conditioning and leveling the top layer of soil; it is not designed to be used as a deep tiller . If hard, unbroken soil is encountered, it is recom- mended that a chisel be[...]

PRESEEDER OPERA TION 14 STOPPING THE A TT ACHMENT 1. Release the A TT ACHMENT DRIVE CON- TROL AND BRAKE LEVER. This will dis- engage the drive and apply the brake to stop the attachment from turning. OPERA TION A. Lubricate the machine as necessary . Refer to LUBRICA TION section of this manual. B. Start tractor according to tractor operator ’ s [...]

15 PRESEEDER OPERA TION NOTE: When clearing an ar ea with exces- sive r ocks, adjust r otor depth so it just touches soil surface, then pr oceed to work and windr ow r ocks. NOTE: Rock windr ows should be picked up befor e they become too lar ge. Large windrows affect performance and cause premature wear of the Preseeder tiller . The adjustable ang[...]

FOR TRANSPOR T 1. Position the machine on a trailer or other vehicle (See Figure 27). 2. Stop the engine. 3. Lower the Preseeder until the rotor rests on the deck. NOTE: The attachment must be fully low- er ed during transport or the frame may be damaged. 4. Use the front tie down loops on the bot- tom of the wheel frame to secure the front of the [...]

17 The lubrication points in the accompanying illustration reflect standard production models. Quantities and locations of lube fittings, fill plugs, drain plugs, etc. could vary , as improve- ments in design and/or changes in machine con- figuration warrant. W orn grease fittings that will not hold the gun, and fittings with a stuck check ball, mu[...]

18 MAIN DRIVE BEL T REMOV AL 1. T urn of f tractor engine and lower tiller onto level ground. 2. Remove Main Drive Belt Shield (See Figure 30). 3. Move the Drive Belt Release Handle to the disengaged position (See Figure 31). 4. Remove the belt from the pulleys in the following order (See Figure 32). A. Adjustable Idler Pulley B. Gearbox Pulley C. [...]

19 MAINTENANCE 1. QD hub and Driven Sprocket mating sur- faces must be clean and free of burrs. 2. Push the QD hub on until there is no side play in the rotor . 3. Insert the bolts through the unthreaded holes in the QD hub and into the threaded holes in the Driven Sprocket. T ighten the bolts evenly 1/2 turn at a time to 9 ft. - lbs. torque DRIVE [...]

MAINTENANCE 20 BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check tiller daily for loose, bent, broken, or missing parts. 2. Observe tiller ’ s general condition, noting points that may need attention. 3. Check rotor to be sure no foreign objects such as wire or weeds are wrapped around them. 4. Make certain drive line shields are in place and in good condition. 5. During[...]

21 MAINTENANCE FIGURE 35 Rotor With Carbide T ooth – T ypical FIGURE 34 W elding Replacement Standard Rotor T ooth – T ypical[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 22 SYMPTOM REMEDY POTENTIAL CAUSE Rotor does not turn. T ractor attachment drive is not engaged. Engage tractor Attachment Drive. Control and Brake Lever Obstruction jammed between the rotor Clear obstruction from the rotor . and frame. Main Drive Belt not adjusted correctly . Adjust Main Drive Belt. (See Main Drive Belt adjus[...]

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