CAUTION: Do not operate this tedder at a PTO speed or direction of rotation other
than that shown on the tedder. Serious damage can occur to the machine and/or
the operator.
Before starting work, never forget that the operator is responsible for the following:
1. Safe and correct driving of the tractor and tedder.
2. To learn precise safe operating procedures for both the tractor and the tedder.
3. To ensure all maintenance and lubrication has been performed on the tedder.
4. To have read and understood all safety aspects for the tedder in the operator’s
manual.
5. To have read and understood all safety decals on the tedder.
6. Checking the condition of the tines. Worn or damaged tines should be changed
before starting.
7. Checking that there is no wire, weed, grass or other material wrapped around rotors
or tines.
8. Checking to see if front weights need to be added to the tractor in order to maintain
balance.
9. Checking the tractor tires for the proper pressure in accordance with the tractor’s
operator’s manual.
10.Checking that the PTO shield and all other shielding are on the machine and
securely in place.
11.Making sure the proper attire is worn. Avoiding loose fitting clothing which can
become entangled. Wearing sturdy, tough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hands, ears and head. Never operate tractor or implements in
bare feet, sandals or sneakers.
12.Checking area for stones, branches and other debris that might be thrown.
13.Ensuring proper lighting is available, sunlight or good artificial lighting.
3.07 - Working Speed
The working speed depends on ground conditions, tractor horsepower, type of forage
crop, crop density and humidity. Only a test run will enable you to gauge the optimal
working speed for your conditions. Under most conditions a 5 to 7 mph ground speed is
best. A slower speed may be necessary on hills or rough terrain.
3.08 - Operating Techniques
Rotary tedders perform best when the clearance between the ground and the bottom of
the front tines is set to approximately 1” to 2” (see fig. 12). The conditions of the field
will ultimately determine how you can set the tines to the ground. The flatter the field the
higher the tines can be set from the ground. To achieve the best results it is important to
set the tines as high as possible in order to limit contact of the tines with the ground.
This not only prolongs tines’ life but will also keep dust and soil off the hay.
OPERATION 19 BEFCO
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OTARY TEDDERS OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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