Bush Hog RTN User Manual
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4-7 TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting procedures are listed in Table 4-1
below. If the problem cannot be solved or replace-
ment parts are necessary, contact your authorized
Bush Hog dealer. Please have ready your machine
name, model number, serial number, purchase date,
and exact cause or description of problem.
Table 4-1 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Uneven Till
Tiller not level right to left
Adjust skids for same depth
Adjust tractor lower lift arms
Noisy
Loose components
Check all bolts for tightness. Refer to Torque Specs
Low oil in gearbox
Check for proper oil level. Refer to Lubrication Section
Knocking or
Tiller is tilted towards the rear
Adjust 3-point hitch top link to level tiller
Chattering
Bogging
Tractor engine speed too slow
Increase engine speed to 540 PTO rpm
Ground speed too fast
Use lower tractor gear
Vines wrapped around rotor
Remove vines
Loose Chain
Chain worn
Adjust chain idler or replace chain
(RTN, RTNR Models)
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