Woods Equipment TC60, TCR68, TCR60, TC74, TC68, TCR74 User Manual
ROTARY TILLERS
TC60
TC68
TC74
TCR60
TCR68
TCR74
MAN0813
(Rev. 3/1/2012)
TO THE DEALER:
®
Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Woods
and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Operator’s Manual
are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.
The dealer must complete the online Product Registration form at the Woods Dealer Website which certifies that
all Dealer Check List items have been completed. Dealers can register all Woods product at
dealer.WoodsEquipment.com under Product Registration.
Failure to register the product does not diminish customer’s warranty rights.
TO THE OWNER:
Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better and
safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and become
acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate. Replacement manuals can be
obtained from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in
the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.
The equipment you have purchased has been carefully engineered 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 Woods dealer has trained mechanics, genuine Woods service parts, and the necessary
tools and equipment to handle all your needs.
Use only genuine Woods 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:
dealer. Read manual instructions
Model: _______________________________Date of Purchase: _____________________
Serial Number: (see Safety Decal section for location) ____________________________________
Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.
Throughout this manual, the term NOTICE 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 exclamation mark) to indicate the degree of hazard for items of personal safety.
This Operator’s Manual should be regarded as part of the machine.
Suppliers of both new and second-hand machines must make sure
that this manual is provided with the machine.
Some illustrations in this manual show the
equipment with safety shields removed to provide
a better view. This equipment should never be
operated with any necessary safety shielding
removed.
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating
and maintaining your rotary tiller. Read it carefully. It
furnishes information and instructions that will help you
achieve years of dependable performance. These
instructions have been compiled from extensive field
experience and engineering data. Some information
may be general in nature due to unknown and varying
operating conditions. However, through experience
and these instructions, you should be able to develop
procedures suitable to your particular situation.
The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing but, due to possible inline
production changes, your machine may vary slightly in
detail. We reserve the right to redesign and change the
machines as may be necessary without notification.
Throughout this manual, references are made to right
and left directions. These are determined by standing
behind the equipment, facing the direction of the forward travel.
4 Introduction
(Rev. 6/7/2011)
MAN0813 (3/17/2010)
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
Safety is a primary concern in the design and
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped
out by an operator’s single careless act.
In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
judgement, and proper training of personnel
involved in the operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of equipment.
It has been said “The best safety device is an
informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that
kind of operator.
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
Before putting equipment into service, check
and adjust driveline length as instructed in Operator's Manual. Driveline must not bottom out or pull
apart throughout the full range of the tractor hitch.
Do not operate until driveline length is correct.
Before starting power unit, check all equipment
driveline guards for damage. Replace any damaged
guards. Make sure all guards rotate freely on all
drivelines. If guards do not rotate freely on drivelines, repair and replace bearings before putting
equipment into service.
TRAINING
Safety instructions are important! Read all
attachment and power unit manuals; follow all
safety rules and safety decal information. (Replacement manuals and safety decals are available from
your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check
the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,
or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-
6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules
can result in serious injury or death.
If you do not understand any part of this manual
and need assistance, see your dealer.
Know your controls and how to stop engine and
attachment quickly in an emergency.
Operators must be instructed in and be capable
of the safe operation of the equipment, its attachments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to
operate this equipment without proper instructions.
Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
PREPARATION
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable
ROPS systems in “locked up” position at all times.
Remove accumulated debris from this equipment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.
Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when
attachments are in transport position. Without this
weight, front tractor wheels could raise up resulting in loss of steering. The weight may be attained
with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.
Do not estimate.
Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing
injury or damage.
Check that all hardware is properly installed.
Always tighten to torque chart specifications
unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
TS(R) SR (3/2/2012)
OPERATION
Only engage power when equipment is at
ground operating level. Always disengage power
when equipment is raised off the ground.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.
(Safety Rules continued on next page)
Safety 5
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
(Safety Rules continued from previous page)
Keep bystanders away from equipment.
Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.
Do not operate equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable
ROPS systems in “locked up” position at all times.
Always sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,
and ensure all other controls are disengaged
before starting power unit engine.
Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
Do not operate PTO during transport.
Connect PTO driveline directly to power unit
PTO shaft. Never use adapter sleeves or adapter
shafts. Adapters can cause driveline failures due to
incorrect spline or incorrect operating length and
can result in personal injury or death.
Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
Use extreme care when working close to fences,
ditches, other obstructions, or on hillsides.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-
denly on slopes.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
Before performing any service or maintenance,
disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.
Before dismounting power unit or performing
any service or maintenance, follow these steps:
disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point
hitch and all raised components to the ground,
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key,
and unfasten seat belt.
Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and
secured. Never place any part of the body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even
when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic
system leak down, hydraulic system failures,
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers
can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Operator's Manual instructions for working underneath
and blocking requirements or have work done by a
qualified dealer.
MAINTENANCE
Service and maintenance work not covered in
OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified
dealership. Special skills, tools, and safety procedures may be required. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious injury or death.
Before performing any service or maintenance,
disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.
Before dismounting power unit or performing
any service or maintenance, follow these steps:
disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point
hitch and all raised components to the ground,
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key,
and unfasten seat belt.
Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and
secured. Never place any part of the body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even
when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic
system leak down, hydraulic system failures,
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers
can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Operator's Manual instructions for working underneath
and blocking requirements or have work done by a
qualified dealer.
6 Safety
TS(R) SR (3/2/2012)
Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
modify or alter the equipment or any of its components in any way.
Your dealer can supply original equipment
hydraulic accessories and repair parts. Substitute
parts may not meet original equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.
Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque
chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are
installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe
condition before putting unit into service.
Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Use a suitable lifting device of sufficient capacity. Use adequate personnel to handle heavy components.
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Never perform service or maintenance with
engine running.
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
STORAGE
Follow manual instructions for storage.
Keep children and bystanders away from stor-
age area.
TS(R) SR (3/2/2012)
Safety 7
2 - PN 18866
SHIELD MISSING
DONOTOPERATE--PUTSHIELDON
DANGER
18869
1 - PN 18868
DONOTEXCEEDPTOSPEEDOF
540 RPM
PTOspeedshigherthan540RPMcancause
equipmentfailureandpersonalinjury.
WARNING
18866-D
3 - PN 18864
6 - PN 1002941
GUARDMISSING.
DONOTOPERATE.
DANGER
33347E
DANGER
DANGER
GUARDMISSING.
DONOTOPERATE.
8 - PN 33347
SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Immediately If Damaged!
DANGER
ROTATING DRIVELINE
CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH
KEEP AWAY!
DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT -
All driveline guards, tractor and
equipment shields in place
Drivelines securely attached at both ends
Driveline guards that turn freely on
driveline
8 Safety
18864-C
MAN0813 (3/17/2010)
4 - P0021
5 - PN 55122
BE CAREFUL!
Use a clean, damp cloth to clean safety decals.
Avoid spraying too close to decals when using a
pressure washer; high-pressure water can enter
through very small scratches or under edges of decals
causing them to peel or come off.
Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from
your Woods dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check
the Dealer Locator at www.woodsonline.com, or in the
United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.
SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Immediately If Damaged!
7 - 1004299
MAN0813 (3/17/2010)
WARNING
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:
Read Operator's Manual before operating,
servicing or repairing equipment. Follow all
safety rules and instructions. (Manuals are
available from dealer or call 1-800-319-6637.)
Operate from tractor seat only.
Lower equipment to ground, stop engine,
remove key and set brake before dismounting
tractor.
Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
Never allow riders.
Keep bystanders away from equipment during
operation.
Keep all shields in place and in good condition.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
55122-C
Safety 9
OPERATION
WARNING
WARNING
The TC rotary tiller is designed for completion of plowing operations and seedbed preparation. It breaks up
clods, levels the soil surface, destroys weeds, and
mixes in fertilizer. Refer to the information in this manual for the specifications, parts, assemblies, and
adjustments.
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of
this rotary tiller. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the tractor, tiller, and
all safety practices before starting operation. Read the
safety rules and safety decals on page 5 through
page 9.
Safety instructions are important! Read all
attachment and power unit manuals; follow all
safety rules and safety decal information. (Replacement manuals and safety decals are available from
your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check
the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,
or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-
6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules
can result in serious injury or death.
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable
ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.
Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and
secured. Never place any part of the body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even
when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic
system leak down, hydraulic system failures,
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers
can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Operator's Manual instructions for working underneath
and blocking requirements or have work done by a
qualified dealer.
Before dismounting power unit or performing
any service or maintenance, follow these steps:
disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point
hitch and all raised components to the ground,
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key,
and unfasten seat belt.
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
ATTACHING ROTARY TILLER TO TRACTOR
1. Move the tractor into position in front of the tiller.
Move back slowly and carefully, not allowing anyone to be between the tractor and the tiller.
2. Turn off tractor engine.
3. Attach the two lower arms of the 3-point hitch with
the two hitch-pin assemblies.
4. Attach the tractor center link to the upper hitch
point of the rotary tiller. Adjust the length of the
center link until the tops of the frame ends are parallel to the ground.
5. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway
devices to prevent tiller from swinging side to side
during transport.
6. Attach the front PTO driveline from the rotary tiller
to the tractor. (Slide the front section of the PTO
driveline into the back section. Slide the PTO shaft
onto the rear PTO output of the tractor).
NOTICE
■ If the PTO driveline is too long, severe driveline
and gearbox damage is possible when hooking up
the PTO driveline from the rotary tiller to the tractor. The front PTO driveline is long enough to fit a
variety of tractors. It is possible that the front PTO
driveline will need to be cut. There will be NO benefit by cutting only one telescoping section. Both
sections of the driveline must be cut. DO NOT
FORCE THE PTO TO FIT.
■ WARRANTY IS VOID IF THE PTO DRIVELINE IS
TOO LONG, resulting in gearbox, PTO, yoke or
cross bearing damage.
NOTE: The PTO driveline, when attached to the tractor
and gearbox, must not extend so there is less than four
inches of overlap within the PTO driveline.
7. Raise jackstand and secure in operating position.
10 Operation
(Rev. 6/7/2011)
MAN0813 (3/17/2010)
DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT
1-1/4"
A
Attach the rotary tiller to the tractor 3-point hitch (or
quick hitch if available). Do not attach driveline. Raise
and lower the tiller to determine maximum and minimum distance between the tractor PTO shaft and the
gearbox input shaft. If the distance is too large, the
driveline will be too short for proper engagement. If the
distance is too small, the driveline may bottom out in
operation and damage the tiller or tractor.
If the driveline is too short, please call your Woods
dealer for a longer driveline.
If the driveline is too long, please follow the instructions
for shortening the driveline.
SHORTENING DRIVELINE
1. Move the tiller up and down to get the shortest pos-
sible distance between tractor PTO shaft and gearbox input shaft. Leave the tiller in the minimum
distance position. Install jack stands under the
tiller for support.
2. Separate the driveline into two halves and connect
them to the tractor and the gearbox.
3. Place driveline halves parallel to one another to
determine how much to shorten the driveline.
Figure 2. Determine Shield Length
5. Cut the upper shield to this overall dimension
Figure 3. Cut Shield
6. Place the cut portion of the shield against the end
of the shaft and use as a guide. Mark and cut the
shaft.
Figure 1. Drive Halves Placed Parallel
4. Measure from end of the upper shield to the base
of the bell on the lower shield (A). Add 1-1/4" to
dimension (A).
MAN0813 (3/17/2010)
Figure 4. Cut Shaft to Length
7. Repeat step 6 for the other half of the drive.
Operation 11
8. File and clean the cut ends of both drive halves.
WARNING
Hole
First Pass
Depth
10”
21”
32”
43”
54”
62 1/2NC Flange Nut
63 1/2NC Cap Screw
WARNING
Ensure the drive halves slide smoothly together.
Do not run the tractor if proper driveline engagement
cannot be obtained through these methods.
Connect the driveline to tractor PTO shaft, making sure
the spring-activated locking collar slides freely and
locks driveline to PTO shaft.
NOTICE
■ If attaching with quick hitch, the distance
between the tractor PTO and gearbox input shaft
will increase. Please follow the steps as you would
for a 3-point hitch to insure proper engagement.
WORKING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
1. Raise the tiller off the ground.
2. Level tiller side to side. Check by measuring from
the forward skid shoe pivot to the ground on each
side. (Figure 5)
3. Adjust, using tractor 3-point arm leveling device.
6. Adjust the skid shoe to the desired tilling depth
(Figure 6). Reinstall the cap screws in the rear of
the skid shoe and tighten all cap screws.
Figure 6. Tiller Depth Adjustment
NOTE: Tillage depth is dependent on ground hard-
ness, tractor speed, skid shoe setting, and tractor
hitch adjustment. Multiple passes may be necessary to achieve tillage depth.
TILLER SIDE SHIFT ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Keep the front of the tiller parallel to the
ground.
4. Place two jack-stands under the tiller rotor shaft.
5. Loosen the 1/2” cap screws that act as the front
pivots to the skid shoes. Remove the 1/2” cap
screws (63) that hold the rear of the skid shoes to
the tiller frame.
12 Operation
Figure 5. Leveling the Tiller
■ Make sure parking stand is secured in the
down position and skid shoes are in hole one
before performing the following service work.
1. Disconnect tiller from tractor.
2. Measure rear tractor tire width (outside to outside).
3. Calculate side shift needed. Divide rear tractor tire
width by two and tiller width by two. Subtract tiller
width from tractor width and add five inches. Check
maximum tiller side shift capability on the specification page of this manual, page 4. The calculated
side shift must be less than the maximum side
shift. (Example: Tractor rear tire width = 70”, TC60
Tiller = 60”. 70/2 = 35”, 60/2 = 30”. 35-30 = 5” + 5”
extra = 10” side shift.
4. Loosen nuts on U-bolts on lower clevis hitch (4), Ubolts on front gearbox stand (2), and bolts at the
back of the gearbox stand (2). See Figures 7 and
8.
(Rev. 6/7/2011)
MAN0813 (3/17/2010)
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