Farm Star FOD-15 - Manual (Page 7)

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S A F E T Y I N F O R M ATION (continued)
When maneuvering close to buildings or passing through narrow areas, be sure to allow sufficient clearance
for the implement and tractor or ATV.
When removing, or adjusting equipment, be sure that your feet are never under the implement.
Be careful to avoid catching the implement on stumps or other immovable objects.
Use extra care when working on slopes.
Avoid excessive speed during operation.
Make implement adjustments only when the implement is attached to the tractor.
Always ease the tractor or ATV into the load.
Watch for and avoid hidden obstructions, i.e., buried pipes, rocks, concrete piers, uneven concrete slabs,
stumps, etc., when operating equipment.
Never operate tractor and implement under trees with low hanging limbs. Operators can be knocked off the
tractor and then run over by the implement.
Always be sure the implement is in the proper position for transport.
Reduce speed when transporting mounted implements to avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering
control.
Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow bridges, inter-
sections, etc.
Do not exceed 10 mph (16 kph). Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces.
T R A C T OR /A T V R E Q U I R E M E N T S
A N D P R E PA R AT I O N
The model FOD-15 single gang disc is designed for 16
hp or larger garden tractors and ATV’s with an engine
size of 250 cc or more.
The disc is easy to pull and maneuver. It can be turned
in tight areas.
The disc is easily flipped over so it can be transported
over lawns or driveways without tearing up the surface.
NOTE: The transport wheels are for use behind the
tractor or ATV only. They are NOT designed for road use.
The large 16” diameter notched disc blades will pull
easier than smaller diameter blades, yet will cut trash
and penetrate the soil better.
PA C K A G I N G
The model FOD-15 disc is normally shipped on a single
pallet. The two gangs will be pre-assembled. The main
frame will have the wheels installed with the tongue
assemble strapped to it. The gang bearings and hard-
ware will be in a box along with the operator’s manual.
A S S E M B LY
Preview the assembly instructions and the exploded
views of the disc in your operator’s manual and become
familiar as to how the parts or assemblies go together.
Have good blocking material available.
Select an area for assembly that is clean and free from
debris.
Do not attempt to lift heavy parts or assemblies. Use a
hoist, crane, forklift, or similar safe mechanical device, or
another person.
Stand to the side and cut the shipping bands using a
pair of sheet metal shears. Remove the parts from the
pallet. Open the box containing the gang bearings, hard-
ware and operator’s manual. Lay the main frame on its
back so the bearing hangers are up. Match up the four
sets of gang bearings.
NOTE: The two bearing cap halves only fit together
properly one way. If mated incorrectly, there will be a gap
between the two halves.
Lay a bearing half on each of two bearing hangers on
one side of the unit. With the help of another person, set
one of the gangs on the two bearing cap halves. Place
the mating bearing caps on the gang units, install the
1 / 2
x 5 carriage bolts, and flange lock nuts. Leave the lock
nuts loose so the bearings can be adjusted. Assemble
the opposite side in the same manner. Slide the two
gangs toward the center with about
1 / 4 inch between the
two center blades. Snug the bearing lock nuts. Rotate
the gangs and align the bearings by tapping them gently
until the gangs rotate easily. Tighten the bearing bolts.
Grease the bearings until grease appears at the ends of
the bearings.
NOTE: These are cast bearings and require frequent,
liberal greasing to keep dirt flushed from the bearings.
Check the lubrication section of this manual.
Insert the tongue for either transport or discing and
install the retaining pin.
C A U T I O N !
Be sure your tractor or ATV is in good condition.
Read all the safety precautions and make sure all
operators are familiar with the safety rules of
operation.
D A N G E R !
Disc blades are extremely sharp. Exercise extreme
care when working on or near disc blades. Do not
allow discs to roll over or fall on any bodily part. Do
not allow wrenches to slip when working near disc
blades and never push wrenches towards disc
blades. Do not climb over machine above disc
blades. Failure to stay clear of disc blade edges can
result in serious personal injury.
I N S T R U C T I O N S