Page 4 - 5 Series Rotary Tiller; PARTS LISTS; Gearbox
25 Series Rotary Tiller PARTS LISTS Tiller Drawings and Parts List............................ 28 PTO (Shear Pin) Drawing & Parts List .............. 33 PTO (Slip Clutch) Drawing & Parts List ............. 35 Gearbox Drawing & Parts List ........................... 37 SHIPPING KIT AND BU...
Page 5 - WARRANTY POLICY; Any labor subject to warranty; must; be authorized by Buhler Manufacturing. The labor rate for; GOVERNMENT LEGISLATION:; This warranty does not apply to rentals
25 Series Rotary Tiller 1 WARRANTY POLICY Buhler Manufacturing products are warranted for a period of twelve (12) months (90 days for commercial application) from original date of purchase, by original purchaser, to be free from defects in material and workmanship under correct, normal agricultural ...
Page 6 - INTRODUCTION; for a complete list of dealers in your area.
25 Series Rotary Tiller 2 INTRODUCTION Buhler Farm King has a collection of rotary tiller models to suit your garden and landscaping needs. The 25 Series Tiller attaches to the 3-point hitch as well as our Cat. 1 Quick Hitch and is designed to fit a variety of tractors from 12 hp to 25 hp. Tilling w...
Page 7 - SAFETY; he safety alert symbol means...; CAUTION
25 Series Rotary Tiller 3 SAFETY Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you, butalso the people around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that everyone operating this equipment is familiar with the recommended operating an...
Page 8 - GENERAL SAFETY; - Protective shoes with slip resistant soles; OPERATING SAFETY
25 Series Rotary Tiller 4 GENERAL SAFETY Have a first-aid kit available for use and know how to use it. Have a fire extinguisher available, stored in a highly visible location, and know how to use it. Wear appropriate protective gear. This list includes but is not limited to: - a hard hat - Protecti...
Page 9 - SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY; keep service area clean and dry; STORAGE SAFETY
25 Series Rotary Tiller 5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY Stop engine, set brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging. Support the equipment with blocks or safety stands before working beneath it. Follow good shop practices ...
Page 10 - SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS – cont’d.
25 Series Rotary Tiller 6 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS – cont’d. Safety sign “A” Safety sign “B” Safety sign “C” Safety Sign “C” Replace safety signs immediately should they become damaged, torn or illegible.Obtain replacements from your authorized dealer using the part numbers shown.
Page 12 - PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST; Use only a tractor of adequate power and weight to pull the machine.
25 Series Rotary Tiller 8 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST Efficient and safe operation of the Rotary Tiller requires that each operator reads and understands the operating procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre-operation checklist is provided for the operator. It is im...
Page 13 - OPERATION
25 Series Rotary Tiller 9 OPERATION TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER The Buhler Farm King 25 Series Rotary Tiller is a machine that combines the primary and secondary tillage operation into one machine. It breaks up the soil and preparesthe seed bed in one pass. Rotational power to the rotor is provided...
Page 14 - EQUIPMENT MATCHING; Use Table 1 as a guide in selecting the tractor horsepower; Table 1 Horsepower vs. Width; Do not exceed the recommended horsepower levels. The use; Load Sensing Hydraulics:
25 Series Rotary Tiller 10 EQUIPMENT MATCHING To insure the safe and reliable operation of the Tiller, it is necessary to use a tractor with the correct specifications. Use the following list as a guide in selecting a tractor to use on the machine. 1. Horsepower: Use Table 1 as a guide in selecting ...
Page 15 - DRIVELINE DIMENSION; When cutting the driveline, follow this procedure:
25 Series Rotary Tiller 11 DRIVELINE DIMENSION A PTO driveline is supplied with the machine. To accommodate the variety of 3 pointhitch geometry available today, the driveline can be too long for some machines andmust be cut. It is very important that the driveline be free to telescope but not botto...
Page 16 - DRIVELINE DIMENSION – cont’d.; Use a file to remove the burrs from the edges that were cut.
25 Series Rotary Tiller 12 DRIVELINE DIMENSION – cont’d. 7. Pull the driveline apart and cut 1/2 of the dimension determined in step 5 from each end. Add another ½ inch (12MM) to each cut off segment. 8. Be sure to use a hacksaw to cut 1/2 from each end of the separated shaft. Cut both the plastic t...
Page 18 - FIELD OPERATION; Before going to the field review Transporting Section.
25 Series Rotary Tiller 14 FIELD OPERATION Buhler Farm King 25 Series Rotary Tillers are designed with the inherent flexibility of operating well in almost any kind of soil and terrain conditions. However, the operator has the responsibility of being familiar with all operating and safety procedures...
Page 21 - TRANSPORTING; Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine.; Table 2 Speed vs. weight Ratio
25 Series Rotary Tiller 17 TRANSPORTING When transporting the machine, review and follow these instructions: 1. Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine. 2. Be sure that the machine is securely attached to the tractor and all retainer pins are installed. 3. Clean the SMV emblem, lights and re...
Page 22 - STORAGE
25 Series Rotary Tiller 18 STORAGE After the season's use, the machine should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage. Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary down time at the start of next season. To insure a long, trouble free life, this procedure shoul...
Page 23 - THEORY OF OPERATIONS
Page 26 - SERVICING INTERVALS – cont’d.; Add as required; Annually
25 Series Rotary Tiller 22 SERVICING INTERVALS – cont’d. 40 Hours 1. Check gearbox oil level. Add as required 2. Add approximately 10 squirts of grease in chain case. Annually 1. Change gearbox oil. Refill with SAE 85W90 gear oil. 2. Wash machine.
Page 28 - SHEAR BOLT
25 Series Rotary Tiller 24 SHEAR BOLT A shear pin is provided in the input drive shaft at the gearbox to protect the drive system during an overload. To change the shear pin, follow this procedure: 1. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all mo...
Page 29 - CLUTCH MAINTENANCE; Disengage clutch by turning in the four socket set screws.
25 Series Rotary Tiller 25 CLUTCH MAINTENANCE 1. Before first use or after storage of more than one month, the clutch should bechecked. 2. Disengage clutch by turning in the four socket set screws. 3. Run the PTO at low idle to slip the clutch linings. This will help remove the dirt, corrosion, and ...
Page 31 - BOLT TORQUE
Page 44 - DIVISION LOCATIONS; CANADIAN WAREHOUSES; Buhler Manufacturing
DIVISION LOCATIONS U.S. WAREHOUSES Farm King Division301 Mountain Street S. Morden, MB R6M 1X7 Ph.: (204) 822-4467Fax: (204) 822-6348 Allied/Inland Division1260 Clarence AvenueWinnipeg, MB R3T 1T2 Ph.: (204) 284-6100Fax: (204) 477-2325 B.I.I. Division1330 43 rd Street N.W. Fargo, ND 58102Ph: (701) 2...