Yetter 3500 Series Toolbar Rotary Hoe - Manual (Page 14)

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OPERATION
ROTARY HOE PREPARATION
BOLTS AND NUTS:
Before starting to work, check all nuts and bolts for tightness.
HOE WHEELS:
Check all hoe wheels for straightness. Replace if necessary.
NOTE: ¼” of “RUNOUT” is acceptable.
LUBRICATION:
The basic Rotary Hoe requires no lubrication. If your hoe is equipped with gauge
wheels, repack the wheel bearings once a year with multi purpose lithium base
grease. On transport, axle straps need to be greased. Hinges on folding hoes
should be greased regularly.
TRACTOR PREPARATION
WHEEL SPACING:
Set the tractor wheels for the desired row spacing so the wheels are centered
between the rows. The distance from center of tractor to the center of the tire should
be the same on each side. Refer to your tractor operator’s manual for correct
inflation and ballast information of the tractor.
SWAY BLOCKS:
Place the sway blocks in the wide setting during transport to prevent any swaying of
the hoe.
DRAWBAR POSITION:
Place the drawbar in the short, center position to provide maximum clearance
between rear of drawbar and rotary hoe.
LIFT LINKS:
Adjust the length of lift links to maximum length. Refer to Tractor Operator’s Manual.
Keep an adequate distance between the tractor tires and rotary hoe toolbar.
If your hoe is equipped with gauge wheels, adjust the lift link pins to allow lateral float.
If gauge wheels are not used, adjust prevent any lateral float movement.