Buhler 25 Series User's Manual
Contents
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule outlined in the Service and Maintenance Section Use only a tractor of adeguate power and weight to pull the machine Check that the machine is properly attached to the tractor Be sure retainers are used on the mounting pins Check the oil level in the gearbox Add as reguired Check that the PTO driveline shield turns freely and that the driveline can telescope easily Clean and lubricate if reguired Check the blades Be sure they are not damaged or broken and are bolted securely to the rotor Repair or replace as reguired Remove any entangled material on rotating parts Install and secure all guards doors and covers before starting The four socket set screws on the inside of the PTO clutch assembly must be turned out as far as they go to engage the clutch b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller OPERATION TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER The Buhler Farm King 25 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 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 Follow all safety instructions exactly Safety is everyone s business By following r2. 6 Remove bystanders especially children before starting or while operating 7 Block up before working beneath unit 8 Review safety instructions annually Safety Sign C 0 A WARNING 3 L oat 1 3 ROTATING BLADE HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death from rotating bindes 1 Mop engine remove ignition key and walt fer moving parts to stop before opening rear door 2 Do net place hands or feet under frame when the engine fe running 3 Keep others away Replace safety signs immediately should they become damaged torn or illegible Obtain replacements from your authorized dealer using the part numbers shown b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller ASSEMBLY The machine is shipped with the PTO shaft not installed To install the PTO driveline on the machine follow this procedure PONa Clear the area of bystanders especially small children Clean the splines on the yoke and the input shaft Align the splines on the yoke and the shaft Attach the driveline to the tiller by removing the tapered pin and sliding the yoke onto the gearbox shaft Line up the pin with the groove in the gearbox shaft and fasten with the tapered pin The plastic gearbox PTO guard has a removable door on top to access the pin The A frame brace can be removed to improve accessibility Replace the brace after tightening the nut on the tapered pin Be sure the yoke is locked in position Pull on the yoke to be sure th
3. 1 location use 3 squirts only push grease in gradually 21 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller SERVICING INTERVALS cont d 40 Hours 1 Check gearbox oil level Add as reguired DIL LEVEL PLUG TL 16 2 Add approximately 10 squirts of grease in chain case TL 17 Annually 1 Change gearbox oil Refill with SAE 85W90 gear oil 2 Wash machine 22 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller MAINTENANCE By following a careful service and maintenance program for your machine you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation A FRAME ADJUSTMENT When moving the hitch along the front frame to adjust the offset follow this procedure 1 m W N Clear the area of bystanders especially small children Raise the machine so it is slightly out of the ground Loosen the u bolts through the Category Pin brackets Slide the A frame along the Deck until the machine is set at the desired offset Tighten the clamping bolts to their specified torque TINE REPLACEMENT When the tines are damaged in any way they will need to be replaced When replacing follow this procedure 1 2 Clear the area of bystanders especially small children Raise the machine until the tines are slightly above the ground Stop engine set park brake remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting Place blocks under each Depth Gauge Shoe to support the machine Raise the Drag Shield and secur
4. 40 48 amp 60 25 Series Rotary Tiller _ Operator s and Parts Manual FK303 2008 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE WARRANTY u egen 1 INTRODUCTION 2 SAFE TV an 3 AE eaaa e EA EEEE 3 General Sale en 4 Start UP Sale een 4 Operation Safety a A epee cceeeceeedres 4 Transport Gatetv nnne 4 Service amp Maintenance Safety 5 Storage E 5 SNE 5 Safety Sign Installaton 5 ASSEMBLY Assembly Instruchons 7 START UP ra ee einen 7 Machine Break In urunnss sen 7 OPERATION eege 8 Pre Operation Checklist 8 Machine Components u a 9 Equipment Matching seen 10 Driveline Dimension nne 11 Attaching Unhooking nn 13 Field PEPAHOM aia alas 14 gel e EE 17 Storage 2 18 Theory of Operation 19 MAINTENANCE nase 20 EE EE 20 Fluids and Lubricants gt 20 CAS ps MAANA 20 Servicing Intervals nn nn nunn anna aata 21 A Frame Adjustment ssseneeennnnneneeeennnnnenn nne 23 Tine Repnlacement 23 S ear Pille 24 Slip e Te EE 26 Troubleshooting ee 27 Bolt Torque b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller PARTS LISTS Tiller Drawings and Parts List 28 PTO Shear Pin Drawing 8 Parts List 33 PTO Slip Clutch Drawing 8 Parts List 35 Gearbox Drawing 8 Parts List 37 SHIPPING KIT AND BUNDLE NUMBERS
5. 38 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller WARRANTY POLICY Buhler Manufacturing products are warranted for a period of twelve 12 months 90 days for commercial application from original date of purchase by original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship under correct normal agricultural use and proper applications Buhler Manufacturing s obligations under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or exchange at Buhler Manufacturing s option of any Buhler Manufacturing product or part which proves to be defective as provided Buhler Manufacturing reserves the right to either inspect the product at the buyer s location or have it returned to the factory for inspection The above warranty does not extend to goods damaged or subject to accident abuse or misuse after shipment from Buhler Manufacturing s factory nor to goods altered or repaired by anyone other than an authorized Buhler Manufacturing representative Buhler Manufacturing makes no Express Warranties other than those which are specifically described Any description of goods including any references and specifications in catalogues circulars and other written material published is for the sole purpose of identifying goods and shall conform to such descriptions Any sample or model is for illustrative purposes only and does not create an Express Warranty that the goods conform to sample or model shown The purchaser is solely responsible for determining su
6. Set Screw should be backed out all the way to engage clutch 36 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller 25 SERIES TILLER GEARBOX 7 8 9 10 11 TL 04 25 SERIES TILLER GEARBOX PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION AUANTITY 912300164 Gearbox Complete 1 1 967300 Housing 1 2 967301 Hex Shaft 35 2mm Diameter 1 3 967302 Cover 110mm Diameter 1 4 967303 Snap Ring E 35 DIN 471 2 1 5 967304 Snap Ring 1 72 DIN 472 2 6 967305 Snap Ring 1 80 DIN 472 2 7 967314 Ring 35 2 x 44 7 x 6 As Required 8 967315 Ring 35 2 x 44 7 x 8 As Required 9 967316 Ring 35 2 x 44 7 x 1 0 As Required 10 967317 Ring 35 2 x 44 7 x 3 As Required 11 967318 Ring 35 2 x 44 7 x 4 As Required 12 967306 Ball Bearing 6010 2 13 966542 Ball Bearing 6207 1 14 967308 Bearing Cone amp Cup 30207 1 15 967309 Oil Seal 50 x 80 x 10 2 16 967310 Oil Seal 35 x 72 x 10 1 17 967312 Oil Plug 3 8 Ga 2 DIN 906 3 18 967313 Gear Set R 1 46 1 37 b hler 25 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 QUANTITY BUNDLE NO DESCRIPTION C2540 40 Tiller c w slip clutch PTO 1 F0852 Deck Assembly 1 F0356 PTO C2548 48 Tiller c w slip clutch PTO 1 F0853 Deck Assembly 1 F0356 PTO C2560 60 Tiller c w slip clutch PTO 1 F0854 Deck Assembly 1 F0356 PTO C2540S 40 Tiller c w shear pin PTO 1 F0852 Deck Assembly 1 F03
7. Inner 48 Drive Shaft Shield Inner 60 3 8 Lock Washer Gearbox PTO Guard Spacer 1 05 OD x 2 1 4 Shield Mount Weldment Drive Shaft Shield Weldment Right 1 1 4 2 Bolt Flange Bearing 1 1 4 Bearing Only greasable 1 1 4 Oil Seal Plate Shaft Cover Right Bearing Cover Left Depth Gauge Shoe Weldment Right Depth Gauge Shoe Weldment Left Rotor Shaft Weldment 40 Rotor Shaft Weldment 48 Rotor Shaft Weldment 60 Drag Shield 40 Drag Shield 48 Drag Shield 60 30 b hler 983000471 967357 903156 967483 967484 983000241 967386 912303405 912300172 959222 81592 967359 959223 903209 982005711 967377 912300164 967361 965911 909710 909711 909712 912301557 912303601 982006422 967363 967364 967164 906313 84299 812482 81525 84498 81627 81637 81636 81619 812763 812765 84277 812364 81701 84000 84072 812363 812026 25 Series Rotary Tiller 1 4 X 11 Link Chain Drag Shield Bracket A Frame Brace Plate Tine Right Tine Left Depth Gauge Shoe Bracket 1 1 4 Retainer Ring 1 1 4 Oil Seal 60 B 12 Sprocket Top Sprocket Spacer 2 1 2 OD x 13 16 long 3 8 Hex Nut 60 B 22 Sprocket Bottom Sprocket Spacer 3 OD x 13 16 long Chain Guard Tension Spring Chain Tensioner Weldment 4033 B Gearbox 7 8 x 4 Clevis Pin 7 16 Linch Pin Drag Shield Hinge Rod 40 Drag Shield Hinge Rod 48 Drag Shield Hinge Rod 60 1 5 8 Retainer Ring 1 5 8 Oil Seal 1 5 8 Oil Se
8. Set the length of the Top Link to obtain the quality of the job desired without needlessly using power and fuel in churning the soil Use the condition of the seedbed as your guide C When tilling hard or compacted soils it is recommended that two passes be used when working Use the Depth Gauge Shoes on each side of the frame to adjust the tilling depth of the machine The second pass should be made at an angle to the first to give a consistent job and minimize compaction d Always remove heavy crop cover all grass and weeds before starting to prevent rotor plugging b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller FIELD OPERATION cont d e The rotation of the Tines propel the machine in the forward direction Always use the tractor transmission to control the speed of forward travel f Always disengage the PTO control and raise the machine out of the ground before depressing the master clutch on the tractor g Use low gear on the tractor to start the job Increase the speed of forward travel only as the quality of the job and power available will allow h If the slip clutch slips reduce the ground speed or raise the machine slightly out of the ground b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller TRANSPORTING When transporting the machine review and follow these instructions 10 Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine Be sure that the machine is securely attached to the tractor and all retainer pins are installed Clean the
9. Stay clear of PTO shaft and machine when engaging PTO OPERATING SAFETY Do not allow riders Do not wear loose fitting clothing during operation Never operate over 540 rpm PTO speed Never operate the equipment in the raised operation TRANSPORT SAFETY Review Transport Safety instructions in tractor manual before moving Check with local authorities regarding transport on public roads Obey all applicable laws and regulations Make sure the SMV Slow Moving Vehicle emblem and all the lights and reflectors that are required by the local highway and transport authorities are in place are clean and can be seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffic Never have the equipment in operation during transport Always travel at a safe speed b hler 25 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 Use only tools jacks and hoists of sufficient capacity for the job Replace and secure all shields removed during servicing before operating Use heavy leather gloves to handle sharp objects STORAGE SAFETY Store the unit in an area away from human ac
10. to use a hacksaw to cut 1 2 from each end of the separated shaft Cut both the plastic tube and the metal cores Use a file to remove the burrs from the edges that were cut Assemble the two ends of the shaft Make sure that the shaft can telescope freely If it does not separate the two parts and inspect for burrs or cuttings on the shaft ends Be sure it telescopes freely before installing Make sure the plastic covering shield is free to rotate on the shaft before installing on the machine b hler 25 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 Make sure there is enough room and clearance to safely back up to the Tiller 4 Attach the PTO driveline to the Tiller if it was removed for storage See Assembly 5 While backing up align the lift arm balls with the mounting pins on the Tiller ALERT It may be necessary to add weight to the 3 point hitch to lower the lift arms 6 Stop tractor set park brake remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting T If your tractor is not equipped with a Quick Hitch Align the left low
11. 11 12 13 Clear the area of bystanders especially small children Thoroughly wash the machine using a pressure washer to remove all dirt mud debris and residue Inspect the blades and rotors for damage or entangled material Repair or replace damaged parts Remove all entangled material Change the oil in the gear box Lubricate all grease fittings Make sure that all grease cavities have been filled with grease to remove any water residue from the washing Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting Move to storage area Select an area that is dry level and free of debris Place blocks under the Depth Gauge Shoes Unhook from tractor If the machine cannot be placed inside cover with a waterproof tarpaulin and tie securely in place Store the machine in an area away from human activity Do not allow children to play on or around the stored machine 18 b hler A lt a 25 Series Rotary Tiller THEORY OF OPERATIONS SIDE SHIFT BLADE 2 1 2 TO 17 TINE ROTATION DEPENDING ON SERIES Yo p 00 09 a E X 2 IS Ore SS KDE AIS z 5 PAE Lo SUD b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller MAINTENANCE SERVICE Follow Maintenance Safety Instructions as outlined FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Hydraulic Oil Use a standard hydraulic oil for all operating conditions Gear Box Oil Use an SAE 85W90 gear oil for all operati
12. 25 Series Rotary Tiller FIELD OPERATION cont d Align the unit with the working area Starting machine a Run the engine at low idle b Slowly engage the PTO control to start the machine C Slowly bring the engine to the rated PTO speed Never exceed rated speed d Lower the machine to the ground and proceed down the field Stopping machine a Slowly decrease engine speed to low idle b Raise machine out of the ground C Disengage PTO clutch slowly A CAUTION Place all controls in neutral lower machine stop engine set park brake remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting Ground Speed Travel speed can vary between 2 and 5 mph 3 and 8 km h depending on the soil and terrain conditions It is the responsibility of the operator to note the condition of the job being done and set the speed to obtain a quality tilling job and maintain control of the machine The speed can be increased to optimize tilling Decrease speed if you want the soil worked to a finer texture Operating hints a Determine the moisture content of the soil before starting Soil that is too wet will ball up in the rotor blades making tilling impossible Sandy soils normally can be worked better than heavy clay or loam soils It is the responsibility of the operator to determine the soil type and moisture content before starting It may be necessary to wait for the soil to dry out before starting to work b
13. 57 PTO C2548S 48 Tiller c w shear pin PTO 1 F0853 Deck Assembly 1 F0357 PTO C25608 60 Tiller c w shear pin PTO 1 F0854 Deck Assembly 1 F0357 PTO Options The following is a list of options available for the Kits listed above 902676 Adaptor kit Cat 1 to Cat 0 38 DIVISION LOCATIONS Farm King Division 301 Mountain Street S Morden MB R6M 1X7 Ph 204 822 4467 Fax 204 822 6348 Allied Inland Division 1260 Clarence Avenue Winnipeg MB R3T 1T2 Ph 204 284 6100 Fax 204 477 2325 B 1 1 Division 1330 43 Street N W Fargo ND 58102 Ph 701 282 7014 Fax 701 282 5865 CANADIAN WAREHOUSES B C Abbotsford 604 864 2665 AB Edmonton 780 962 6991 SK Regina 306 781 2300 ON Woodstock 519 539 0435 QC Dorion 450 455 4840 b hler Buhler Manufacturing 301 Mountain Street S Morden MB R6M 1X7 Ph 204 822 4467 Fax 204 822 6348 www buhler com U S WAREHOUSES AR West Memphis 870 732 3132 ND Fargo 701 282 7003 GA Stone Mountain 770 908 9439 NE Blair 402 426 8211 ID Meridian 208 887 6006 OH Youngstown 330 793 0862 IN Clarksville 812 284 3376 OR Beaverton 503 641 1865 KS Wichita 316 265 9577 SD Huron 605 352 8616 MN Lakeville 952 469 5267 TX Houston 713 928 2632 MT Billings 406 248 7771 UT Salt Lake City 801 972 4321 ND Bismarck 701 223 1886 WI Portage 608 742 1370 OFFSHORE WAREHOUS
14. ES Burando Hill John Kerr Equipment Ltd Katanning Wilcoxholm Farm W Australia Linlithgow W Lothian 011 618 98 214422 Scotland 011 441 506 842280 Chihuahua Mexico 011 52 158 90306 Skovde Sweden 011 46 500 452651 Naestved Denmark 011 45 557 29511 Printed in Canada
15. SMV emblem lights and reflectors and be sure they are working Be sure you are in compliance with all applicable lighting and marking regulations when transporting Check with your local authorities Be sure your machine can clearly be seen by overtaking and oncoming traffic Keep to the right and yield the right of way to allow faster traffic to pass Drive on the road shoulder if permitted by law Do not allow riders Always use hazard flashers on the tractor when transporting unless prohibited by law Use pilot vehicles front and rear when transporting during times of limited visibility Never transport the machine faster than 20 mph 32 km h The ratio of the tractor weight to the Tiller weight plays an important role in defining acceptable travel speed Table 2 summarizes the recommended travel speed to weight ratio Table 2 Speed vs weight Ratio Weight of fully eguipped or loaded implement s relative to weight of Road Speed towing machine Up to 32 km h 1to 1 orless 20 mph Up to 16 km h 2to 1 or less 10 mph Do not tow More than 2 to 1 17 b hler 25 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 2 10
16. al Plate 1 5 8 4 Bolt Flange Bearing 1 5 8 Bearing only Pound In Grease Fitting 60H Roller Chain 55 Link w Connector amp Offset 5 8 x 2 Hex Bolt 5 8 Lock Nut 1 4 x 3 4 Hex Bolt 1 4 Lock Nut 1 2 x 3 Hex Bolt 1 2 Lock Washer 1 2 Hex Nut 1 2 x 1 Hex Bolt 1 2 x 1 1 2 GR 8 Hex Bolt NF 1 2 GR 8 Hex Nut NF 1 2 x 1 1 2 Hex Bolt 1 2 Lock Nut 3 4 Lock Washer 3 8 B S Flat Washer 3 8 x 3 4 Hex Bolt 3 8 Lock Nut 5 16 x 1 Hex Bolt 31 b hler 81569 9812767 965807 967279 84270 984077 81620 902676 86170 903158 903159 903160 811790 81700 81568 909277 84048 9812433 982000500 912301660 25 Series Rotary Tiller 5 16 Lock Washer 1 2 GR 8 Lock Washer CAT 1 Top Link Pin Tension Spring Spacer 1 5 8 Long 5 8 x 1 3 4 Hex Bolt 1 2 Hex Jam Nut 1 2 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt Adapter Weldment Category 1 to 0 3 8 x 1 Hex Bolt A Frame Bottom Weldment A Frame Top Left Hand Weldment A Frame Top Right Hand Weldment 3 4 x 4 1 2 Hex Bolt 3 4 Hex Nut 5 16 Hex Nut Manual Holder 1 2 Flat Washer 1 1 2 Cotter Pin Side Stand Weldment Snapper Clip 32 25 Series Rotary Tiller b hler 25 SERIES TILLER PTO SHEAR PIN TL 02 33 b hler ITEM DO Jo Oo KB ON gt 25 Series Rotary Tiller 25 SERIES TILLER PTO PARTS LIST SHEAR PIN PART NO DESCRIPTION F0357 Shaft Complete 908251 Outer Half Shaft Tractor 908252 Inner Half Shaft w Shear I
17. are correctly tightened as explained in slip clutch section If clutch still slips linings may have to be replaced 25 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller TROUBLE SHOOTING The Buhler Farm King 25 Series Rotary Tiller moves curved Tines on a turning rotor through the ground to break it up and prepare a seed bed Itis 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 If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve even after having read through this trouble shooting section please call your local Buhler Farm King distributor dealer Before you call please have this Operator s Manual and the serial number from your Tiller ready PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Rotor won t Slip clutch slipping Check that clutch is engaged turn or replace friction plates PTO clutch slipping Set PTO clutch See tractor manual Broken drive chain Repair or replace chain Untilled 3 point hitch not set Set 3 point hitch in ground behind float See tractor machine manual Traveling too fast Travel slower Ground very hard Slow down Make 2 passes Machine not leveled Adjust screw jack on 3 point arm Adjust Depth Gauge Shoes Kkkk Seed bed lumpy Traveling too fast Slow down Make 2 passes kkk Uneven seed bed Machine not level Level machine Drag Shield too high Adjust Drag Shield 26 b
18. e 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 Width Horsepower 40 inches 18 1 0m 4 feet 22 1 3m 5 feet 25 1 5m ALERT Do not exceed the recommended horsepower levels The use of horsepower will void the warranty 2 3 Point Hitch The Tiller is equipped with a Category 1 3 point hitch Be sure the tractor 3 point hitch is in the Category 1 configuration Install the lift arm blocks or shorten the stop chains to place the arms into the non sway configuration Refer to the tractor manual for details 3 Load Sensing Hydraulics Many newer tractors are equipped with Load Sensing hydraulics It is the responsibility of the operator to set the tractor hydraulic system to provide float on the 3 point hitch The float feature will allow the machine to follow the ground contours during operation 4 PTO Shaft The tractor must have a 1 3 8 6 spline 540 RPM PTO shaft to fit the driveline shaft supplied with the machine Do not use shaft adapters or operate at any other speed It is not recommended that a tractor with variable speed PTO s be used on the Tiller Operating at speeds faster than 540 RPM will overload the drivetrain and lead to early failures Attach the safety chains supplied with the PTO shaft allowing sufficient slack for the Driveline during tur
19. e in the up position Wear leather or heavy canvas gloves when handling Tines Remove mounting bolts from Tine A ALERT An alternate method would be to disconnect the machine from the tractor and tip it forward on its nose Install a new replacement blade and tighten the mounting bolts to their specified torque Lower the rear gate Remove the blocks under the skid plates 23 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller SHEAR BOLT A shear pin is provided in the input drive shaft at the gearbox to protect the drive system during an overload To change the shear pin follow this procedure 1 Place all controls in neutral stop engine set park brake remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting 2 Disconnect the PTO shaft from the tractor and lay to the side 3 Carefully remove remaining shear bolt using a hammer and punch if necessary Be careful not to enlarge the holes 4 Install the new shear bolt and tighten 6mm amp 40mm Gr 5 A ALERT Use only genuine Buhler Farm King parts These shear bolts are specially designed to provide protection for the drive system Do not install just any bolt SLIP CLUTCH OPTIONAL During normal operation the slip clutch can release and slip when encountering an obstruction or when overloaded It is designed to slip when the load exceeds 3 times its nominal rating When the clutch slips too frequently during normal operating conditions it is necessary to
20. e pin clicks into position Be sure that the PTO shaft is the appropriate length for the tractor Tiller combination Refer to Driveline Dimension Section for details START UP MACHINE BREAK IN Although there are no operational restrictions on the Tiller when used for the first time it is recommended that the following mechanical items be checked A After operating for 1 2 hour or after completing 1 2 acre 1 2 3 4 5 Check all nuts bolts and other fasteners Tighten to their specified torque level Check that the blades are in good condition and bolted securely to the rotor Check the oil level in the gearbox Add as required Check that the PTO driveline shield turns freely Lubricate all grease points B After operating for 5 hours and 10 hours 1 2 Repeat items 1 through 5 of Section A Then go to the regular service schedule as defined in Section 5 b hler 25 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 Before operating the machine and each time thereafter the following areas should be checked off
21. ecommended procedures a safe working environment is provided for the operator bystanders and the area around the work site Untrained operators are not qualified to operate the machine Many features incorporated into this machine are the result of suggestions made by customers like you Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the machine safely and how to set it to provide maximum field efficiency By following the operating instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program your Tiller will provide many years of trouble free service MACHINE COMPONENTS The Buhler Farm King 25 Series Rotary Tiller consists of a rotating drum that is equipped with bent blades for breaking up and leveling soil The blades are turned through the soil while the machine moves over the working area A Drag Shield is used to maintain a level seedbed Rotational power to the drum is provided by the PTO on the tractor The power is transmitted through the gearbox in the center of the machine to the chain drive down the side The A frame can be moved to offset the machine Point A Frame PTO Driveline Gear Box Chain Drive Rotor Blades Skid Plates oanmonu gt Pau Dur ur vr 1 TL 09 b hler 25 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 machin
22. er link arm with the mounting pin Slide the ball over the pin and install the Linch Pin Use the screw jack on the right lift arm to align the ball with the pin Slide the ball over the mounting pin and install the Linch Pin Level the frame using the screw jack Remove retainer and pin from the mast Align top link using the turnbuckle Insert pin and install Linch Pin Level frame using the turnbuckle zsarmpanvp 8 Attach the PTO driveline a Checkthatthe driveline telescopes easily and that the shield rotates freely A CAUTION Be sure that the driveline does not bottom out when going through its working angles b Attach the driveline to the tractor by retracting the locking pin slide the yoke over the shaft and push on the yoke until the lock pin clicks into position Pull on the yoke to be sure it is locked in position C Attach the anchor chain on the driveline shield to the frame 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 13 b hler Buhler Farm King 25 Series Rotary Tillers are designed with the inherent flexibility of operating well in almost any kind of soil and terrain conditions However the operator FIELD OPERATION has the responsibility of being familiar with all operating and safety procedures and following them Each operator should review this section of the manual at the
23. hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller BOLT TORQUE Bolt Te ue SAEZ Q SAE8 a m Bon Des ER GER I ee Im to m tn 27 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller 40 48 amp 60 25 SERIES TILLERS A I A 28 25 Series Rotary Tiller b hler 63 64 78 TL O10 29 b hler WHEN ORDERING PARTS 25 Series Rotary Tiller PARTS LIST 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 reguired part ITEM PART 1 906290 906291 906292 2 967348 3 967350 4 959224 959225 959226 5 F0356 F0357 6 983405211 983485211 983605211 7 983405311 983485311 983605311 8 81593 9 912300165 10 903171 11 983005111 12 903319 13 912300131 961676 14 983006222 15 983006300 16 967353 17 983000200 18 983000250 19 967354 967355 967356 20 909729 909730 909731 40 48 amp 60 25 SERIES TILLERS DESCRIPTION Deck Weldment 40 Deck Weldment 48 Deck Weldment 60 Category Pin Bracket Weldment 1 2 U Bolt Hex Drive Shaft 40 Hex Drive Shaft 48 Hex Drive Shaft 60 PTO Shaft w Slip Clutch PTO Shaft w Shear Pin Drive Shaft Shield Outer 40 Drive Shaft Shield Outer 48 Drive Shaft Shield Outer 60 Drive Shaft Shield Inner 40 Drive Shaft Shield
24. itability of goods sold This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied Buhler Manufacturing will in no event be liable for any incidental or conseguential damages whatsoever Nor for any sum in excess ofthe price received for the goods for which liability is claimed WARRANTY CLAIMS Warranty reguests must be prepared on Buhler Manufacturing Warranty Claim Forms with all reguested information properly completed Warranty Claims must be submitted within a thirty 30 day period from date of failure repair WARRANTY LABOR Any labor subject to warranty must be authorized by Buhler Manufacturing The labor rate for replacing defective parts where applicable will be credited at 100 of the dealer s posted shop rate Defective parts will receive an extra 10 discount to assist with freight or other incidental costs GOVERNMENT LEGISLATION Warranty terms and conditions are subject to Provincial or State legislation IMPORTANT FACTS Buckets and Bucket Tines Carry No Warranty Bent Spears Carry No Warranty Snowblower Fan Shafts Carry No Warranty Mower Blades Carry No Warranty Portable Auger Parts Have Two 2 Year Warranty Loader Parts Have Two 2 Year Warranty IMPORTANT NOTE This warranty does not apply to rentals b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller INTRODUCTION Buhler Farm King has a collection of rotary tiller models to suit your garden and landscaping needs The 25 Series Tiller attaches to the 3 p
25. mplement 907290 Yoke RS 920 002 Ser 2 Repair Kit 920 004 Outer Tube Yoke 920 006 Flexible Pin 920 009 Outer Cardan Tube 920 010 Inner Cardan Tube 930 109 Flexible Pin 920 003 Inner Tube Yoke 908245 Shear Assembly 920 013 Outer Bearing 936300 Outer Cone Set 920 018 CM Shield Tube Outer 920 012 CM Shield Tube Inner 936305 Inner Cone Set 920 015 Inner Bearing 966213 Complete Push Button 908244 Ball Collar Kit 908247 Grease Zerk 920 020 Shear Pin amp Nut 936402 Safety Chain 34 25 Series Rotary Tiller b hler 25 SERIES TILLER PTO SLIP CLUTCH TL 03 35 b hler 25 SERIES TILLER PTO PARTS LIST SLIP CLUTCH ITEM OO JO o RK ON A PART NO F0356 908258 936515 907290 920 002 920 004 920 006 936560 936561 930 109 920 003 936503 920 013 936300 936504 936505 936506 920 015 966213 908244 936513 936508 936340 936511 936510 936507 936402 966223 936514 936512 25 Series Rotary Tiller DESCRIPTION Shaft Complete Outer Half Shaft Inner Half Shaft Yoke Ser 2 Repair Kit Outer Tube Yoke Flexible Pin Outer Cardan Tube Inner Cardan Tube Flexible Pin Inner Tube Yoke Torgue Lim DF Outer Bearing Outer Cone Set Outer Safety Tube Inner Safety Tube Inner Cone Set Inner Shield Support Complete Push Button Ball amp Collar Kit Spring Flange Yoke Clutch Lining Hub c w Q D Pressure Plate Clutch Screw Safety Chain Anti Friction Sleeve Cover Set Screw
26. ng conditions Gear Box Capacity 1 U S quart 0 85 liter Chain Case Grease Use a multi purpose grease for all operating conditions If chain case is removed refill with 800 grams of grease Storing Lubricants Your machine can operate at top efficiency only if clean lubricants are used Use clean containers to handle all lubricants Store them in an area protected from dust moisture and other contaminants GREASING Use a Maintenance Checklist to keep a record of all scheduled maintenance 1 2 Use a hand held grease gun for all greasing Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit Replace and repair broken fittings immediately If fittings will not take grease remove and clean thoroughly Also clean lubricant passageway Replace fitting if necessary 20 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller SERVICING INTERVALS The periods recommended below are based on normal operating conditions Severe or unusual conditions may reguire more freguent lubrication or oil changes 8 Hours or Daily Telescoping Tubes and Quick Disconnect 20 Hours 1 Lubricate PTO driveline 7 locations TL 14 A 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 Lubricate rotor drive end bearing 1 location 4 Lubricate chain drive bearing
27. ns and operation Check booklet attached to the PTO for instructions 10 b hler 25 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 Ifthe driveline bottoms out the bearings on both the machine and tractor PTO shaft will be overloaded and fail in a short time When cutting the driveline follow this procedure Clear the area of bystanders especially small children Attach the Tiller to the tractor but do not attach the driveline Raise the machine until the input shaft is level with the tractor PTO shaft Measure the dimension between the locking groove on the tractor PTO shaft and the groove on the Tiller input shaft Measure the same dimensions on the compressed driveline 1 on B PIN TO PIN SA A 2 a N SI TL 10 6 If the driveline dimension exceeds the machine dimension the driveline will have to be cut T 10 11 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller DRIVELINE DIMENSION cont d Pull the driveline apart and cut 1 2 of the dimension determined in step 5 from each end Add another inch 12MM to each cut off segment TL 11 SHORTENED DRIVELINE N N N d K AHN TANN TL 12 Be sure
28. oint hitch as well as our Cat 1 Quick Hitch and is designed to fit a variety of tractors from 12 hp to 25 hp Tilling widths range from 36 to 54 in the 25 Series The tilling shaft is equipped with four to six flanges depending on the model Flanges on all series are available with four tines This provides an optimum balance between performance and durability even in heavy soils and when breaking untilled soil Standard on all Buhler Farm King Rotary Tillers the skid shoes are adjustable so it is easy to set the perfect tilling depth The automatic chain tightener is standard on all models This ensures the chain remains tight even under the toughest tilling conditions Housing within a sealed oil bath the chain tightener is designed to be reliable and maintenance free Getting close to the fences hedges or covering a tire track is easy with the side shift feature The entire unit can be pushed to one side while the PTO shaft remains in line with the tractor to minimize stress on the universal joint The side shift feature is available on all 25 Series Buhler Farm King Rotary Tillers Keep this manual handy for frequent reference All new operators or owners must review the manual before using the equipment and at least annually thereafter Contact your Buhler Dealer if you need assistance information or additional copies of the manual Visit our website at www buhler com for a complete list of dealers in your area The directions lef
29. replace the clutch linings NOTE The PTO shafts are shipped with the slip clutch disengaged There are four socket set screws on the inside of the clutch assembly which are turned out as far as they go to engage the clutch Disengage clutch by turning set screws in fully To replace clutch linings follow this procedure 1 Disengage the clutch by turning the four set screws all the way in 2 Remove the outside bolts from the clutch assembly and replace the clutch linings 3 When re tightening the bolts stop when the clutch spacer starts to touch the clutch plates You should be able to just move the spacer by hand when you have the correct bolt torque 4 Engage clutch by turning out set screws after assembly is complete 24 b hler 25 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 Normally the clutch will slip at a 20 higher torque after the run in than before 6 Check the temperature of the clutch after running for 20 minutes and every 8 hours after that If the clutch is hot to the touch or smokes check that the outside bolts
30. start of the season and as often as required to be familiar with the machine When using follow this procedure 1 oS oL w M Review and follow the pre operation Checklist Review Safety Instructions Attach the tractor to the machine See Attaching Unhooking Section Before going to the field review Transporting Section Pull into the field and position the machine in a level area Lower into working position Set the machine a Level the frame Use the screw jack on the right lift arm to level the frame from side to side b Depth Use the Depth Gauge Shoes on each side to set the operating depth Position the Depth Gauge Shoes in the top hole for shallow tilling and in the bottom hole for deep tilling A ALERT In soft soil conditions the skid plates become less effective and sink into the ground Use the turnbuckle on the top link to set the frame angle so the bottom of the Depth Gauge Shoes are level when operating TL 13 Offset The Category Pin Brackets can be moved 3 to 4 inches along the Deck Assembly to either side of center if required Center the machine for normal operation Offset if the tire tracks are wider than the machine or when tilling around trees bushes or other areas c Drag Shield Adjust the chain in the Adjustment Bracket to set the height of the Drag Shield Set the Drag Shield to just contact the tilled soil when operating 14 25 Series Rotary Tiller b hler
31. t right front and rear as mentioned throughout this manual are as seen facing in the direction of travel of the implement b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller SAFETY 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 The alert symbol is used throughout this manual It indicates attention is required and identifies hazards Follow the recommended precautions A The safety alert symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED ACAUTION The caution symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices AWARNING The Warning Symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices ADANGER The Danger Symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme sit
32. tivity Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine Support frame on stands and blocks to provide a secure base SAFETY SIGNS The following illustration shows the approximate location and detail of safety signs Keep all safety signs clean and legible and replace any that are damaged or missing When original parts are replaced any safety signs affixed to those parts should be replaced as well Replacement safety signs are available from your local dealer INSTALLATION OF SAFETY SIGNS To install safety signs ensure the installation area is clean and dry Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper and align over the specified area Carefully press in place Slowly peel back the remaining paper and smooth the remaining portion in place Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out SERIAL TL 08 b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS cont d Safety sign A Safety sign B A WARNING A CAUTION 1 Read Operator s Manual Before using 2 Do not permit riders 3 Keep all shields in place 4 Keep hands feet clothing and hair away from moving parts ROTATING DRIVELINE To prevent serious injury or death from rotating 5 Stop engine set brake remove key and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing adjusting repairing and unplugging
33. uations typically for machine components that for functional purposes cannot be guarded b hler 25 Series Rotary Tiller GENERAL SAFETY 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 This list includes but is not limited to a hard hat Protective shoes with slip resistant soles Protective glasses or goggles Heavy gloves Wet weather gear Hearing protection Respirator or filter mask Read and understand the Operator s Manual and all safety signs before operating servicing adjusting repairing or unplugging the equipment Do not attempt any unauthorized modifications to your Buhler product as this could affect function or safety and could affect the life of the equipment Never start or operate the tiller except from the operator s station on the power unit Inspect and clean the working area before operating Keep hands feet clothing and hair away from moving parts Ensure bystanders are clear of the area before operating START UP SAFETY Do not let inexperienced operators or children run this equipment Place all tractor and machine controls in neutral before starting Operate only with ROPS and seatbelt equipped tractors Do not operate inside a building unless there is adequate ventilation Ensure all shields are in place and in good condition before operating
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search