Summers Superchisel - 5-Section - Manual (Page 45)

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SECTION 3 – CHISEL PLOW OPERATION
CHISEL PLOW OPERATION SAFETY
1.
READ AND UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual before using machine. Review at least annu-
ally thereafter.
2. VERIFY that all safety devices and shields are in place before using machine.
3. KEEP hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
4. STOP engine, place all controls in neutral, set parking brake, remove ignition key and wait for
all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, maintaining or unplugging.
5. BE CAREFUL when working around high pressure hydraulic system.
6. ALWAYS make sure that pressure is relieved from hydraulic circuits before servicing or dis-
connecting from tractor.
7. DO NOT ALLOW RIDERS.
8. USE EXTREME CARE when making adjustments.
9. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY from machinery at all times.
10. NEVER ALLOW anyone to walk or work under a raised piece of equipment without installing
cylinder and transport locks.
STEPS PRIOR TO OPERATION
1.
COMPLETE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
A. Complete and return WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD located at the beginning of this
manual. RETURNING CARD ENTITLES YOU TO A FREE GIFT.
B. Complete the OWNER REGISTER also located at the beginning of this manual (Serial
Number is located by the hitch piece). OWNER REGISTER INFORMATION MAY BE NEEDED
WHEN ORDERING PARTS.
2. VERIFY TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
A. Recommended engine horsepower is 8-11 per foot.
NOTE: It may be necessary to reduce tillage depth, change tillage tools or perform multiple
passes if below this horsepower range.
3. FINAL CHECK
A. After receiving or assembling your Chisel Plow, it is a good practice to double check the
entire machine so that all fasteners are securely tightened.
B. Make sure all grease fittings are in place and greased properly.
C. Inflate tires to recommended inflation pressure (see page 5-2) and check that wheel bolts
are tight.