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O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L

ROTARY TILLERS

RT 1140 RT 1150 RT 1240

RT 1250 RT 1160 RT 1160 H

RT 1260 RT 1360

Cod. F07010181 / Rev. 01 (2006-01)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Technical specification

Technical specification ................................. 4

Technical specification - Hitch...................... 6

Safety signs

Safety-Alert simbol....................................... 7

Identification machine .................................. 7

Machine safety labels .................................. 7

Machine safety labels and positions

Machine safety labels and positions ............ 8

Preparing the vehicle

Preparing the tractor .................................... 10

Park vehicle safety....................................... 10

Stay clear of rotating drivelines.................... 10

Installing

Installing tiller on tractor............................... 10

PTO shaft..................................................... 12

PTO shaft with shear pin.............................. 13

PTO shaft with clutch................................... 13

Quick Coupler (optional) .............................. 14

Park vehicle safety....................................... 14

Stay clear of rotating drivelines.................... 14

Removing

Removing tiller ............................................. 15

Removing tiller with Quick Coupler.............. 15

Operating

Operate safetly............................................. 16

Wear appropriate clothing............................ 17

Stay clear of rotating driveline...................... 17

Raising parking stand .................................. 17

Lowering parking stand................................ 17

Leveling attachments (side-to-side)............. 17

Leveling tiller (front-to-rear).......................... 18

Adjusting skid shoes .................................... 18

Adjusting levelling board.............................. 18

Adjustable offset .......................................... 19

Tilling tips..................................................... 20

During tilling ................................................. 20

Replacement parts....................................... 20

Service Machine Safely

Practice safe maintenance........................... 21

Wear appropriate clothing............................ 21

Stay clear of rotating drivelines.................... 21

Service lubrication

Service lubrication........................................ 22

Every 8 work hours ...................................... 22

Every 50 work hours .................................... 22

Every 400 work hours .................................. 22

Every 1000 work hours ................................ 22

Greasing and lubricant points ...................... 23

Lubricants .................................................... 23

Service

Chain stretcher............................................. 24

Service intervals........................................... 24

Bolts tightening torques ............................... 24

Replacing tines ............................................ 24

Tines ............................................................ 25

Troubleshooting

Using troubleshooting chart ......................... 26

Storing machine

Storing tiller.................................................. 27

Removing tiller from storage........................ 27

Assembly / Spare parts

RT 1140-1150............................................... 28

RT 1240-1250-1160 and 1260-1360............ 30

Installing driveline on tiller............................ 32

Spare parts .................................................. 32

Warranty

Warranty ...................................................... 33

Warranty for replacement parts ................... 34

TO THE DEALER:

Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Frontier dealer. Read manual instruction and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery Check List in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.

The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration, located on the Frontier website. W arranty claims

will be denied if the Warranty Registration has not been completed.

TO THE OWNER: Read this manual before operating your frontier equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better and a safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and become acquainted with all the adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate. Replacement manuals can be obtained from your selling dealer.

The equipment you have purchased has been carefully enginereed and manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use. Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified. Observe all safety information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment.

For service, your authorized Frontier dealer has trained mechanics, genuine Frontier service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to handle all your needs.

Use only genuine Frontier service parts.Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards required for safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces provided:

Model: Date of Purchase

Serial Number:

Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts. Throghout this manual, the term IMPORTANT is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause

damage to equipment. The terms CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol, (a triangle with an esclamation mark), to indicate the degree of hazard for items of personal safety.

(see Safety Decal section for location)

This Safety-Alert Simbol indicates a hazard and means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT

NOTE

Indicates that a failure to observe can cause damage to equipment. Indicates helpful information.

Cod. F07010181 / Rev. 01 (2006-01)

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

RT 1140 - 1150

(Adjustable offset)

RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H

(Adjustable offset)

RT 1260 - 1360

Technical specifications - Page 4

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

RT 1140 - 1150

Model Work/width Tractor HP Tractor HP Weight Side PTO Speeds Input Hitch Max Tines Rotor Rotor

inches min max lbs. Drive shaft gear box speed offset STD blades flanges

Chain Shear Cat. “I”

RT 1140 42 10-20 25 293 ASA Pin Single 540 Quick 3.9” “C” 4 5

80 coupler

Chain Radial Cat. “I”

RT 1150 49 10-20 25 323 ASA Slip Single 540 Quick 7.9” “C” 4 6

80 Clutch coupler

RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H

Model Work/width Tractor HP Tractor HP Weight Side PTO Speeds Input Hitch Max Tines Rotor Rotor

inches min max lbs. Drive shaft gear box speed offset STD blades flanges

Chain Shear

RT 1240 42 15 40 374 ASA Pin Single 540 Cat. “0” 8.7” “C” 4 5

Chain Cat. “I”

RT 1250 49 23 40 427 ASA Slip Single 540 Quick 12.6” “C” 4 6

80 Clutch coupler

Chain Cat. “I”-”II”

RT 1160 57 25 40 480 ASA Slip Single 540 Quick 16.5” “C” 4 7

80 Clutch coupler

Chain Cat. “I”-”II”

RT 1160 H 57 25 40 480 ASA Slip Single 540 Quick 16.5” “C” 6 7

80 Clutch coupler

RT 1260 - 1360

Model Work/width Tractor HP Tractor HP Weight Side PTO Speeds Input Hitch Tines Rotor Rotor

inches min max lbs. Drive shaft gear box speed STD blades flanges

Chain Cat. “I”-”II”

RT 1260 55 30-50 60 574 ASA Slip Single 540 Quick “C” 4 7

100 Clutch coupler

Cat. “I”-”II”

RT 1360 65 30-50 60 616 Gear Slip Single 540 Quick “L” 6 8

Clutch coupler

Technical specifications - Page 5

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - HITCH

RT 1140 and 1150: Cat. «I» Standard

RT 1140 and 1150: Cat. «I» Quick Coupler

mm 682

inch 26.85

Without bushings: Cat. «I» Standard With bushings: Cat. «I» Quick Coupler

RT 1250: Cat. «I» Standard

RT 1160 - RT 1160 H: Cat. «I» and «II» Standard

Cat. II pin Ø mm 25 (inch 0.984)

Cat. I pin Ø mm 19

(inch 0.748)

RT 1240: Cat. «0»

pin Ø mm 16 (inch 0.629)

mm 507

inch 19.95

RT 1160 - RT 1160 H: Cat. «I» and «II» Quick Coupler

RT 1250: Cat. «I» Quick Coupler

Cat. I and II Quick Coupler

pin Ø mm 32 (inch 1.26)

mm 681 - inch 26.8 cat. I

mm 823 - inch 32.4 cat. II

Without bushings: Cat. «I» Standard With bushings: Cat. «II» Standard

RT 1260: Cat. «I» and «II» Quick Coupler RT 1360: Cat. «I» and «II» Quick Coupler

mm 681 - inch 26.8 cat. I

mm 823 - inch 32.4 cat. II

Cat. I and II Quick Coupler

pin Ø mm 32 (inch 1.26)

mm 681 - inch 26.8 cat. I

mm 823 - inch 32.4 cat. II

With bushings

RT 1360: Cat. «I» and «II» Standard RT 1260: Cat. «I» and «II» Standard

Cat. II Std. pin Ø mm 25

(inch 0.984)

Cat. I Std. pin Ø mm 19

681 - inch 26.8 cat. I

823 - inch 32.4 cat. II

(inch 0.748)

With bushings

Without bushings: Cat. I Standard With bushings: Cat. II Standard

Hitch - Page 6

SAFETY SIGNS

Safety-alert symbol

Read and recognize safety information. Be alert to the potential for personal injury when you see this safety-alert symbol.

On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used with safetyalert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards. In this manual, the word CAUTION and this symbol call attention to safety messages.

Identification machine

Identification plate machine

Machine safety labels

1) WARNING: AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING KNIVES:

• Keep hands, feet and clothing away.

2) WARNING: AVOID INJURY FROM PTO:

• Keep all shields in place. Keep hands, feet and clothing away.

• Operate only with 540 RPM.

3) CAUTION: AVOID INJURY

• Read Operator’s Manual

• Ballast power unit per operator’s manual

• Know location and function of controls

• Keep all shields in place

• Stay clear of power driven parts

• Never carry riders

• Keep people and pets a safe distance away from machine

BEFORE DISMOUNTING OR SERVICING

• Shut off engine and remove key

• Lock brake for park

• Lower or block up machine

4) DANGER: ROTATING DRIVELINE - CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH - KEEP AWAY! - DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT:

• All driveline, tractor and equipment shields in place

• Drivelines securely attached at both ends

• Drivelines shields that turn freely on driveline.

5) DANGER: SHIELD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE

Picture Note: Separate telescoping driveshaft members to locate safety label. Label attached to outer profile tube.

Safety Signs - Page 7

RT 1140 - 1150

MACHINE SAFETY LABELS AND POSITIONS

RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H

RT 1260 - 1360

Safety Signs - Page 8

MACHINE SAFETY LABELS AND POSITIONS

RT 1140 - 1150

RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H

6 8

MAX Kg...

GREASE

OIL

LEVEL

OIL

RT 1260 - 1360

6) Coupling point for lifting (indicating the maximun capacity)

7) Greasing point

8) Oil level plug

9) Oil drain plug

10) Oil fill plug

11) Number of revolutions of power takeoff

12) Warning, slow machine (only for model: 1250, 1160, 1260 and 1360)

OIL

540

MAX

Safety Signs - Page 9

PREPARING THE VEHICLE

Preparing the tractor

CAUTION: Avoid injury. Proper ballastings is required for safe operation of your tiller

IMPORT ANT : Refer to the tractor operator manual for proper ballasting information and tire inflation

• A 540 rpm PTO

• Refer to the tractor operator is manual for correct ballasting and tire pressure, depending on installed

equipment.

Park vehicle safety

• Stop vehicle on a lever surface, not on a slope.

• Disengage PTO.

• Engage the park brake.

• STOP the engine.

• Remove the key.

• Before you leave the operator’s seat, wait for engine

and all moving parts to STOP.

Stay clear of rotating drivelines

Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death:

• Wear close fitting clothing.

• STOP the engine and be sure PTO driveline is stopped

before getting near it.

Installing tiller on tactor

1. Back tractor into position and align draft links (A) with

draft link brackets on tiller using tractor rockshaft control.

CAUTION: Before you work around hitch:

• STOP engine.

• LOCK park brake.

• FIRMLY block tiller on horizontal surface.

Locate driller pin in holes (B).

RT 1140-1150 model.

2. Fasten each draft link to draft link brackets with drilled pins and quiklock pins (C).

Preparing the vehicle - Page 10

INSTALLING

Locate driller pin in lower lift brackets holes (B).

RT 1240-1250-1160-1160 H model.

2. Fasten each draft link to draft link brackets with drilled pins and quiklock pins (C).

Locate driller pin in holes (B).

RT 1260-1360 model.

2. Fasten each draft link to draft link brackets with drilled pins and quiklock pins (C).

Locate driller pin in top holes (D)

RT 1140-1150 model.

3. Install center link (F) on tiller and fasten with drilled pin and quiklock pin (E).

Locate driller pin in top holes (D)

RT 1240-1250-1160-1160 H and 1260-1360 model.

3. Install center link (F) on tiller and fasten with drilled pin and quiklock pin (E).

Preparing the vehicle - Page 11

INSTALLING

4. Install PTO shaft to tractor.

IMPORTANT: Tiller MUST BE level front to rear.

• Engage the cardan shaft and check that it is perfectly locked on the tractor PTO (G). Check that the guard (H) is free to turn and fix it with the relative latch.

5. Raise tiller.

6. Remove spring locking pin (K) from parking stand.

7. Slide parking stand (I) and way up on tiller bracket (J).

8. Fasten with spring locking pin (K).

9. Level tiller (See Leveling Tiller in the Operating T iller section).

10. Adjust sway chains on tractor lower draft arms to minimize side way.

PTO shaft

The PTO shaft, supplied with the machine, is of standard length. Therefore it might be necessary to adapt the PTO shaft. In that case, before doing anything, consult the Manufacturer for the eventual adaptation.

When the PTO shaft is fully extended, the two tubes must overlap by at least 15 cm (A). When fully inserted, the minimum play must be 4 cm (B).

CAUTION: If the implement is used on another tractor, always check the that the guards completely cover the rotating parts of the PTO shaft.

Installing - Page 12

INSTALLING

PTO shaft with shear pin (1140-1240 model)

The shear pin, inserted in the PTO shaft, is equipped with a safety bolt (A) that is set for an average force. Whenever unduly resistant obstacles cause the bolt to shear, it must be replaced by a new bolt, of the same size and material. If the bolt, inserted in hole (A), shears repeatedly, then we recommend inserting it in the hole (B).

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A B

PTO shaft with clutch (1150-1160-1160 H-12501260-1360 model)

The PTO shaft can be equipped with safety clutch to protect the transmission components of the machine from stress and/or excessive overloads.

The tilt of the PTO shaft must not exceed 10 degrees.

The clutch is already pre-adjusted for average stress. If it slips too easily (and overheats), it will be necessary to evenly tighten all the nuts (D) that retain the springs. The clutch disks must be changed if the clutch still slips after all the nuts have been tightened. If the clutch does not slip, evenly unscrew all the spring fixing nuts (D). Unscrew one turn at a time and check the clutch after having worked about 300 meters. Repeat the operation if necessary, remembering to unscrew one turn at a time. If the clutch maintains a temperature of about 40-50°C (104-122°F) degrees during work, this means that it has been correctly regulated.

IMPORTANT: Never fully tighten the nuts. This would void the function of the springs and, subsequently, of the clutch, thus damaging the transmission components.

NOTE: This inspection must be performed at the beginning of each new season.

Installing - Page 13

INSTALLING

Quick Coupler (optional)

1) Install hitch Quick Coupler (A) on the tractor (see tractor operator manual).

2) Stop vehicle on a level surface, not on a slope, then moving back to the tractor until the Quick Coupler (A) is range with the (B) and (C) hitch points.

3) Raise the Quick Coupler (A) and make sure that tiller’s hitch is in the right position (E).

CAUTION: Before you work around hitch:

• STOP engine.

• LOCK park brake.

• FIRML Y block tiller on horizontal surface.

Park vehicle safely

• Stop vehicle on a level surface, not on a slope.

• Disengage PTO.

• Engage the park brake.

• STOP the engine.

• Remove the key.

• Before you leave the operator’s seat, wait for engine and all moving parts to STOP.

Stay clear of rotating drivelines

Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death:

• Wear close fitting clothing.

• STOP the engine and be sure PTO driveline is stopped before getting near it.

Installing - Page 14

REMOVING

Removing tiller

1. Raise tiller.

2. Put parking stand (A) in the DOWN position: Install spring locking pin (C) in order to secure parking stand (A) to the tiller bracket (B).

3. Lower tiller to the ground.

CAUTION: Before you work around hitch:

• STOP engine.

• LOCK park brake.

• FIRML Y block tiller on horizontal surface.

RT 1140 - 1150

4. Disconnect driveline from tractor by pulling back on coupler to release it from the LOCKED position.

5. Remove quik-lock pin (D) and drilled pin (E) from center link (F).

NOTE: Put quik-lock pins and driller pins back into

brackets on tiller for storage.

6. Remove draft links (J) from draft link brackets (G) by removing quiklock pins (H) and drilled pins (I).

NOTE: Put quik-lock pins and driller pins back into

brackets on tiller for storage.

RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H and 1260 - 1360

7. Drive tractor forward slowly.

Removing tiller with Quick Coupler

1. Raise tiller.

2. Put parking stand (A) in the DOWN position: Install spring locking pin (C) in order to secure parking stand (A) to the tiller bracket (B).

3. Lower tiller to the ground.

4. Raise the two Quick Coupler levers (D) to unloch tiller

(Quick Coupler figure, page 14).

5. Lower Quick Coupler till further free the tiller.

Removing - Page 15

OPERATING

Operate safely

• Protect your hands when you inspect or unplug the tiller. You may need gloves or tools, such as a

screwdriver or scraper. Be sure hardware is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or missing parts. Be sure guards and shields are in good condition and fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments before you operate.

• Clear work area of objects that you do not want tilled

into the ground or that might damage the tiller. Consider the tilling area and set up a safe tilling pattern. Do not till under condition in which traction or stability is doubtful. Keep people and pets out of the work area. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• If you hit an object, stop the machine and inspect it.

Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine properly maintained and in good working order.

• DO NOT leave machine unattended when it is running.

• Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.

• DO NOT let anyone, ESPECIALLY CHILDREN, ride

on machine or vehicle. Riders are subject to injury such as being thrown off. Riders may also obstruct the operator’s view, resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner.

• DO NOT let children or an untrained person operate

machine.

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• DO NOT wear radio or music headphones while

operating the machine. Safe operation requires your full attention.

• DO NOT operate the tractor and tiller when you are

tired or ill.

It is absolutely forbidden to stand between the tractor and the implement when maneuvering the lift control from the outside.

Operating - Page 16

OPERATING

Wear appropriate clothing

• Wear close fitting clothing and safely equipment appropriate for the job.

• Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing, wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.

Stay clear of rotating drivelines

Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death:

• Wear close fitting clothing

• Stop the engine and be sure PTO drivelines is stopped before getting near it.

CAUTION: Before you work around hitch:

• STOP engine.

• LOCK park brake.

• FIRML Y block tiller on horizontal surface.

Raising parking stand

1. Remove spring locking pin (C).

2. Slide parking stand (A) and way up on tiller bracket

(B).

3. Fasten with spring locking pin (C).

Lowering parking stand

1. Remove spring locking pin (C).

2. Slide parking stand (A) and put down on tiller bracket (B).

3. Install spring locking pin in order to secure parking

stand to the tiller bracket.

4. Fasten with spring locking pin (C).

Leveling attachments (side-to-side)

1. Start the engine. Raise the tiller.

2. Stop the engine. Lock the park brake.

CAUTION: DO NOT work under a raised tiller unless it is safely supported.

Operating - Page 17

OPERATING

Leveling tiller (front-to-rear)

1.Start the engine.

2.Lower the tiller to 25 mm (1 in.) off the ground.

3.Stop the engine.

4.Make sure the top of the tiller is LEVEL, or PARALLEL

with the ground, front-to-rear.

5.Adjust level, if necessary. To adjust level:

a. Start the engine. b. Lower the tiller to the ground. c. Stop the engine. d. Loosen jam nut (A).

• Shorten the center link (B) to lower the front of the tiller.

• Lengthen the center link (B) to raise the front of the tiller.

e. Tighten jam nut.

CAUTION: Before you work around hitch:

• STOP engine.

• LOCK park brake.

• FIRMLY block tiller on horizontal surface.

Adjusting skid shoes

Before adjusting skid shoes lift tiller, place tiller on top of two wooden blocks underneath tiller rotor (see figure).

1. Raise tiller.

2.Place wooden blocks.

3.Lower tiller on wooden blocks.

4. Loosen pivot bolt (A) and (D).

5. Loosen adjusting bolt (B) and lock nut.

6. Adjust skid shoe (C) to desired position.

7.Tighten bolts (A), (B) and (D).

NOTE: Adjust both skid shoes to same depth.

6. Repeat above steps for the other skid shoe.

Adjusting leveling board

1. Install chain (A) in bracket (B).

Operating - Page 18

OPERATING

2. Lower leveling board to top of ground (C):

• Tilled soil (D) will be fine and level.

• Tractor speed will determine size of clods (E).

3. Raise leveling board (C):

• Tilled soil (D) will be coarse and rough.

• Tractor speed will determine size of clods (E).

CAUTION: Before you work around hitch:

• STOP engine.

• LOCK park brake.

• FIRML Y block tiller on horizontal surface.

Adjustable offset

The tiller unit can be shifted sideways in relation to the three-points hicth. This makes the implement extremely versatile during the various work conditions. Use of the hexagonal drive shaft allows the tiller unit to quickly slide, thus notably simplifyng the operation. The following operations must be carried out:

RT 1140 - 1150

1. Thorougly clean the frame and relative guides to make the parts smoothy able to work.

2. Loosen the screws (A) that fasten the hexagon shaft’s protection (B) to the body on the reduction unit.

3. Unscrew the two front and rear screws (C) that fasten the carriage to the body of the frame.

4. Slide the carriage to the position required and reassemble the screws in the holes that correspond to the new position obtained. Also tighten the protection’s (B) tighten bolts (C) and (A).

RT 1140 - 1150

RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H

1. Thorougly clean the frame and relative guides to make the parts smoothy able to work.

2. Loosen the bolts (D) that fix the bracket and leave these free.

3. Move the carriage to the position required and the tighten the two carriage fixing screws.

Operating - Page 19

OPERATING

Tilling tips

Before You till:

• Pick up rocks and foreign objects.

• Mow tall weeds and grass to keep them from wrapping around tines or tine shaft.

• Check tines. Loose, bent, broken, or missing tines reduce operating efficiency. If necessary, replace

tines.

Test the soil by squeezing it in your hand. If soil forms a ball, it is too wet to till. If soil does not compress easily or falls apart, it is ready to till.

DO NOT till when soil is wet. Wet soil will stick to the tines and tine shaft. Wet soil will also dry out and become hard, making it hard to work with during the growing season.

During tilling

CAUTION: Never lower tiller into the ground while the tractor is turning.

• DO NOT back up or make sharp turn with tiller in ground.

• Move PTO switch lever to ON when tiller is out of the ground. Move tractor forward and lower tiller into

the ground.

• When you till hard ground or sod, till at a shallow depth on first pass. Increase depth on each pass.

• When tilling on a hillside:

- Work up the the slope, if possible.

- If lateral work cannot be avoided, work from the top to the bottom in order to limit any terracing effect.

Replacement parts

See Service Dealer for original parts.

P ART NUMBERS MAY CHANGE, use part numbers listed at the end of this manual when you order. If a

number changes, your dealer will have the latest number.

WHEN YOU ORDER P ARTS , your Frontier Equipment dealer needs your machine serial number . This is the number you have recorded in the INTRODUCTION section in the front of this manual.

Operating - Page 20

SERVICE MACHINE SAFELY

Practice safe maintenance

• Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.

• Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep safety devices in place and in

working condition. Keep hardware tight.

• T o prevent from getting caught, keep hands, feet, clothing, jewelry , and long hair away from any moving

parts.

• Before servicing machine, lower it to the ground. Disengage all power and stop the vehicle engine. Lock

vehicle park brake and remove the key.

• Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for maintenance.

• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken

parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

• Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair its function and safety.

Wear appropriate clothing

• Wear close fitting clothing and safely equipment appropriate for the job.

• Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of earing, wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.

• Do not wear radio or music headphones while servicing the machine. Safe servicing requires your full

attention.

Stay clear of rotating drivelines

Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death:

• Stop the engine and be sure PTO drivelines is stopped before getting near it.

Service Machine Safely - Page 21

SERVICE LUBRICATION

Service lubrication

WARNING: • Firmly block tiller on horizontal surface.

• Always keep oils and greases well away from children’s reach.

• Always thoroughly read the warnings and precautions indicated on the

containers. Avoid contact with the skin.

• Always thoroughly and fully wash after use. The utilized oils should be treated in compliance with the current anti-pollution laws.

Every 8 work hours

• Grease the cardan shaft cross journals (A) and (B).

• Check that the bolts fixing the hoe blades (M) are well tightened.

• Grease the rotor spindles (D).

Every 50 work hours

• Check the level of the oil in the gearbox or in the reduction unit (E) and top off to the level mark on the rod as necessary.

• Transmission chain: check the level of the oil in the side casing of the transmission unit, unscrewing the level plug (G) and checking that oil flows out. Add oil through the fill plug (F) if necessary. It should flow from the level plug (G).

• Side transmission gears: check the level of the oil in the side casing of the transmission unit, unscrewing the level plug (I) and checking that oil flows out. Add oil through the fill plug (H) if necessary. It should flow from the level plug.

(see page 23 for E, F, G, I and H)

Every 400 work hours

• Change the oil in the reduction unit and transmission casing by completely draining off the old oil through the drain plug under the reduction unit and through the transmission drain plug.

• When this operation is carried out, it is also advisable to demount and clean the clutch disks (C) (if the cardan shaft has a clutch). Check the tightening of the clutch springs.

Every 1000 work hours

Greasing chain (RT 1140 - 1150)

1. Install park stand.

2. Lower tiller to the ground.

3. Remove all bolts and nuts (A).

4. Remove cover (B).

5. Put a heavy coat of moly high temperature extreme pressure grease GR MU EP2 or an equivalent on chain and sprockets.

6. Install cover.

7. Install and tighten nuts.

Service Lubrication - Page 22

SERVICE LUBRICATION

Greasing and lubricant points RT 1140 - 1150 model

D) Rotor spindle lubricator E) Reduction unit oil plug: Qty. 0.5 lt

(0.13 US gal.) M) Hoe blades fixing bolts N) Greasing chain (see Service lubrication:

Every 1000 working hours):

Qty. 0.5 Kg (1.1 lb)

Greasing and lubricant points RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H and 1260 - 1360 model

D) Rotor spindle lubricator E) Reduction unit oil plug F) Transmission oil fill plug G) Transmission oil drain plug

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Chain transmission

H) Transmission oil fill plug I) Transmission oil level plug L) Transmission oil drain plug M) Hoe blades fixing bolts

1240 1260

OIL QUANTITY : lt (US gal.) 1250 1360

1160

1160 H

Reduction unit oil (E) 1 (0.26) 0.75 (0.2) Transmission oil fill chain (F) 1 (0.26) 0.75 (0.2) Transmission oil fill gears (H) - 2 (0.53)

Lubricants

• It is advisable to use SAE 85W/140 OIL or equivalent for the reduction unit (or gear box) and side transmission.

• It is advisable to use GR MU EP 2 GREASE or equivalent for all greasing points.

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Gear transmission

Service Lubrication - Page 23

SERVICE

Chain stretcher

RT 1140-1150 model

Automatic chain stretcher regulates the tension of the drive chain.

RT 1240-1250-1160-1160 H and 1260 model

A special mechanical chain stretcher regulates the tension of the drive chain (A). If there is too much play, then you must loosen lock nut (B) and tighten screw (C) as much as necessary. Then tighten lock nut which locks the adjustment screw into place.

Service intervals

Every 50 working hours:

• Tighten mast brackets bolts.

• Tighten skid shoe bolts.

C A

Bolts tightening torques - settings given in Nm (lb-ft)

Fine pitch screws CLASS

6.6 8.8 10.9 12.9

M8 x 1 15 (11) 26 (19) 36 (26.5) 44 (32.5) M10 x 1.25 30 (22) 52 (38) 74 (54) 88 (65) M12 x 1.25 51 (37.5) 91 (67) 127 (94) 153 (113) M14 x 1.5 81 (60) 143 (105) 201 (148) 241 (178) M16 x 1.5 120 (88) 214 (158) 301 (222) 361 (266) M18 x 1.5 173 (127) 308 (227) 433 (319) 520 (384) M20 x 1.5 242 (178) 431 (318) 606 (447) 727 (536) M22 x 1.5 321 (237) 571 (421) 803 (592) 964 (711) M24 x 2 411 (303) 731 (539) 1028 (758) 1234 (910) M27 x 2 601 (443) 1070 (790) 1504 (1110) 1806 (1333) M30 x 2 832 (614) 1480 (1090) 2081 (1535) 2498 (1843)

Replacing tines

CAUTION: To prevent injury: Wear heavy gloves when replacing tines.

To get the best performance from your tiller:

• Replace badly bent, worn, or broken tines immediatly.

• Replace worn or broken hardware (see your Frontier dealer for correct hardware).

• MAKE SURE to replace tines on ONE spindle at time to keep spiral tine pattern.

• Tine cutting edge MUST BE facing forward in direction of tine rotation.

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SERVICE

CAUTION: Make sure you block tiller before doing any service on the tiller.

• STOP engine.

• LOCK park brake.

• FIRMLY block tiller on horizontal surface.

Tines can be changed with the tiller mounted on tractor. Make sure you block the tiller before doing any service on the tiller.

Tines

Before replacing tines make sure the tiller is firmly blocked.

The tines with which the rotary tiller is equipped can work soils of normal conformation. Check the degree of wear and condition of the tines each day. If the blades should accidentally bend (or break) during work, they must be immediately replaced.

First - Identify tines:

Remember to mount the new tine in exactly the same position as the old one (A). If several tines must be replaced, it is advisable to remove and assemble one tine at a time in order to prevent positioning errors. The tillers are normally equipped with 4 blades per flange.

Second - Install New Tines:

1. Raise tiller with a safe lifting device.

1. Put safety stands or blocks under tiller.

3. Stand facing rear of tiller and study placement of tines.

4. Remove four bolts, lock washers, and nuts (C).

NOTE: Make sure to replace tines on ONE spindle at a time to keep spiral tine pattern.

5. Remove left-hand tine (A) and right-hand tine (B).

6. Install new tines and fasten with bolts, lock washers, and nuts (removed above).

NOTE: Two bolts go in from each side. Refer to sketch at right.

7. Tighten bolts.

CAUTION: The heads of the bolts fixing the hoe blades in place must be on the side of the hoe blades themselves, while the nut with relative washer must be on the flange side (B). Tighten bolts to 91 Nm (67 lb-ft).

Rear

Front

Service - Page 25

TROUBLESHOOTING

Using troubleshooting chart

If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your Frontier dealer for service. When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem, see your Frontier dealer.

IF CHECK EXCESSIVE TINE WEAR Replace loose or bent tine.

Replace tine when worn to a point.

TILLER BUMPING ON GROUND Obstacles entangled in tines.

Blades incorrectly mounted with no tine spiral effect. Tines fitted with blunt edge leading. Broken tines.

INSUFFICIENT DEPTH OBTAINED Adjust depth control skids.

Insufficient power - use lower tractor speed. Chain cover on hard soil - further passes required. Blades rolling over ground - use lower tractor speed. Adjust depth control on tractor.

TILLED SOIL TOO FINE Raise leveling board.

Use a faster tractor ground speed.

TILLED SOIL TOO COARSE Lower leveling board.

Use lower tractor speed. Wait until soil is drier.

TINES BALLING UP WITH SOIL Raise leveling board.

Decrease tractor speed. Ground too sticky for working.

CUTTING TOO DEEP ON ONE SIDE Tiller not level:

• Level tiller.

• Adjust depth control skid.

NOT OVERLAPPING Drive closer to last run.

Start in center and go around clockwise. (Tilled soil to the right of the operator.)

Troubleshooting - Page 26

STORING MACHINE

Storing tiller

CAUTION: Before you work around hitch:

• STOP engine.

• LOCK park brake.

• FIRMLY block tiller on horizontal surface.

1. Put parking stand in the DOWN position (See Lowering Parking Stand in the Operating Tiller section).

2. Disconnect tiller from tractor (See Removing section).

3. Clean tiller and inside of driveline shield.

4. Repair or replace badly worn or damaged parts.

5. Tighten hardware.

6. Lubricate tiller.

7. Grease chain (See Greasing Chain in the Service - Lubrication section).

8. Store tiller in a dry place on a hard level surface with the parking stand in the LOWERED position.

9. If you store tiller outside, put a waterproof cover on it.

Removing tiller from storage

1. Install tiller on the tractor.

Storing Machine - Page 27

ASSEMBLY

RT 1140 - 1150

CAUTION: FIRMLY block tiller on horizontal surface.

Installing mast braces (PHASE 1)

1) Install spacer (D), bolt (F) and nut (B) on mast rear (C and E) and front (A and G) braces.

Do not tighten bolts and nuts at this time.

Installing parking stand (PHASE 2, operating 1)

2) Put parking stand (O) and fasten bolts (N) and nuts (M).

Tighten lock nuts to the requested tightening torque.

Installing mast braces on tiller (PHASE 2, operating 2)

3) Install mast assembly on tiller frame and tighten (see below figure). Bolts (I) and nuts (L) to the the

requested tightening torque.

• Fine Pitch screws: M12 x 1.25

• Class: 8.8

• Bolts tightening torques: 91 Nm (67 lb-ft).

Assembly - Page 28

ASSEMBLY

RT 1140 - 1150

PHASE 1

PHASE 2

OPERATION 2

Assembly - Page 29

OPERATION 1

ASSEMBLY

RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H and RT 1260 - 1360

CAUTION: FIRMALY blok tiller on orizontal surface.

Installing mast braces (PHASE 1)

1) Install spacer (D), bolt (E) and nut (C) on mast braces (I, M).

Do not tighten bolts and nuts at this time.

2) Install front and rear plates (B, H) with bolts and nuts (A, F, L, G) on mast braces.

Do not tighten bolts and nuts at this time.

Installing parking stand (PHASE 2, operating 1)

3) Put parking stand (N) and fasten bolts (O) and nuts (P).

Tighten lock nuts to the requested tightening torque.

Installing draft link brakets (PHASE 2, operating 2)

NOTE: big holes on brackets should be on bottom (see figure)

4) Put each link brackets (U) and (T) on tool bar and fasten bolts and nuts (V, Z).

Do not tighten bolts and nuts at this time.

5) Measure distance between draft, link brackets (U). For the correct measurement of the brackets, cen-

tered with gearbox, see the table.

6) Tighten lock bolts (V) and nuts (Z) to secure draft link brackets to tool bar.

• Fine Pitch screws: M16 x 1.5

• Class: 8.8

• Screw tightening torques: 214 Nm (158 lb-ft).

Installing mast braces on tiller (PHASE 2, operating 3)

7) Install mast assembly on tiller frame and tighten. Bolts (R) and nuts (S) to the the requested tightening

torque.

• Fine Pitch screws: M12 x 1.25

• Class: 8.8

• Screw tightening torques: 91 Nm (67 lb-ft).

8) Tighten all bolts and nuts (A, L, F and G).

9) Tighten bolt and nut (E and C) to the requested tightening torque: 214 Nm (158 lb-ft).

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ASSEMBLY

RT 1240 - 1250 - 1160 - 1160 H and RT 1260 - 1360

PHASE 1

Q S

PHASE 2

OPERATION 3

OPERATION 2

Assembly - Page 31

OPERATION 1

ASSEMBLY / SPARE PARTS

Installing driveline on tiller

NOTE: Shield removed for clarity ONLY. ALWAYS keep shield in place.

1. Pull coupler back and slide driveline on driveshaft until

coupler LOCKS in place.

NOTE: You should hear a clicking sound when driveline is properly installed.

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Spare parts

Spare parts should be ordered from your Dealer and should always include the following indications:

• Type, model and serial number of the machine. These data are punched on the data plate with which

every implement is equipped.

• Code number of the required spare part. This will be found in the spare parts catalogue.

• Description of the part and required quantity.

• Table number.

• Means of dispatch. If this item is not indicated, the Manufacturer, while dedicating particular care to this

service, shall not be held responsible for delays in delivery caused by cases of force majeure. Transport expenses shall always be at the consignee’s charge. The goods travel at the purchaser’s risk and peril even when sold ex destination.

NOTE: The terms right or left indicated in the descriptions refer to the implement when viewed from the rear side.

Assembly - Page 32

WARRANTY

MASCHIO S.p.A. warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship. Except as otherwise set forth below , the duration of this Warranty shall be for TWELVE (12) MONTHS COMMENCING ON THE DATE OF DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER.

Under no circumstances wilI this Warranty apply in the event that the product, in the good faith opinion of MASCHIO, has been subjected to improper operation, improper maintenance, misuse, or an accident. This Warranty does not apply in the event that the product has been materially modified or repaired by someone other than MASCHIO, a MASCHIO authorized dealer or distributor, and/or a MASCHIO authorized service center. This Warranty does not cover normal wear or tear, or normal maintenance items. This Warranty also does not cover repairs made with parts other than those obtainable through MASCHIO.

This Warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way. There are no third party beneficiaries of this Warranty.

MASCHIO makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect to engines, batteries, tires or other parts or accessories not manu factured by MASCHIO. Warranties for these items, if any, are provided separately by their respective manufacturers.

MASCHIO’ obligation under this Warranty is limited to, at MASCHIO’ option, the repair or replacement, free of charge, of the product if MASCHIO, in its sole discretion, deems it to be defective or in noncompliance with this Warranty. The product must be

returned to MASCHIO S.p.A. with proof of purchase within thirty (30) days after such defect or noncompliance is discover ed or should have been discovered, routed thr ough the dealer and distributor fr om whom the purchase was made, transportation charges prepaid. MASCHIO shall complete such repair or replacement within a reasonable time after MASCHIO receives the

product. THERE ARE NO OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY.

THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE OF THIS WARRANTY. MASCHIO S.p.A. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND MASCHIO SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND/OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

MASCHIO S.p.A. shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential losses, damages or expenses, arising directly or indirectly from the product, whether such claim is based upon breach of contract, breach of warranty , negligence, strict liability in tort or any other legal theory. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, MASCHIO specifically disclaims any damages

relating to (i) lost profits, business, revenues or goodwill; (ii) loss of crops; (iii) loss because of delay in harvesting; (iv) any expense or loss incurred for labor, supplies, substitute machinery or rental; or (v) any other type of damage to property or economic loss.

This Warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect MASCHIO’ ability to obtain materials or manufacture replacement parts.

No agent, representative, dealer, distributor, serviceperson, salesperson, or employee of any company, including without limitation, MASCHIO S.p.A., its authorized dealers, distributors, and service centers, is authorized to alter, modity, or enlarge this Warranty.

This Warranty is effective only if the warranty registration is returned within ten (10) days.

For warranty services contact your selling dealer.

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WARRANTY

WARRANTY FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

MASCHIO S.p.A. warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser.

Under no circumstances will this Warranty apply in the event that the product, in the good faith opinion of MASCHIO, has been subjected to improper operation, improper maintenance, misuse, or an accident. This Warranty does not cover normal wear or tear, or normal maintenance items.

This Warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this W arranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way. There are no third party beneficiaries of this Warranty.

returned to MASCHIO with proof of purchase within thirty (30) days after such defect or noncompliance is discovered or should have been discovered, routed through the dealer and distributor from whom the purchase was made, transportation charges prepaid. MASCHIO shall complete such repair or replacement within a reasonable time after MASCHIO receives the

product. THERE ARE NO OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY THE REMEDY OF REP AIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY

THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE OF THIS WARRANTY. MASCHIO MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND MASCHIO SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

MASCHIO shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential losses, damages or expenses, arising directly or indirectly from the product, whether such claim is based upon br each of contract, br each of warranty, negligence, strict liability in tort or any other legal theory. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, MASCHIO specifically disclaims any damages relating

to (i) lost profits, business, revenues or goodwill; (ii) loss of crops; (iii) loss because of delay in harvesting; (iv) any expense or loss incurred for labor, supplies, substitute machinery or rental; or (v) any other type of damage to property or economic loss.

This Warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect MASCHIO’ ability to obtain materials or manufacture replacement parts.

No agent, representative, dealer, distributor, service person, salesperson, or employee of any company, including without limitation, MASCHIO, its authorized dealers, distributors, and service centers, is authorized to alter, modify, or enlarge this Warranty.

For warranty services contact your selling dealer.

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