Blue Diamond Rototiller User manual
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Publication Date: Aug 2012
Document History
The table below lists all revisions of the Rototiller Operation and Maintenance Manual.
Document
Revision
Summary of Changes
Publication
Date
First publication
First revision
1/1/09
Second revision
1/1/10
Third revision
8/24/12
© 2008 Blue Diamond All Rights Reserved. 7/10/2008 Document number: BD-Rototiller-01
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Inc. in the United States and/or in other countries.
All other brands, products, or service names are trademarks or service marks of their respective owners, and are used
to identify products or services of their companies or organizations.
Notice: This document is for informational purposes only and does not set forth any warranty, expressed or implied,
concerning any equipment, equipment feature, or service offered or to be offered by Blue Diamond. Blue Diamond
reserves the right to make changes to this document at any time, without notice, and assumes no responsibility for its
use. This informational document describes features that may not be currently available. Contact a Blue Diamond
sales office for information on feature and product availability.
Corporate Headquarters
Blue Diamond
4512 Anderson Road
Knoxville, TN 37918
Toll Free: 888-376-7027
www.BlueDiamondattachments.com
Blue Diamond Customer Service Department
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 888-376-7027
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Table of Contents
Document History............................................................................................................3
About this Manual ...........................................................................................................5
Hazard Notices Used in this Manual............................................................................5
Terminology.................................................................................................................5
Safety..............................................................................................................................5
Safety Notices .............................................................................................................5
Modifications to Equipment..........................................................................................5
About the Rototiller Attachment.......................................................................................6
Attaching the Rototiller to the Prime Mover.....................................................................7
Removing the Rototiller from the Prime Mover................................................................7
Rototiller Operation .........................................................................................................8
Equipment Inspection Schedule ..................................................................................9
Daily Inspection ...........................................................................................................9
Weekly Inspection........................................................................................................9
Monthly Inspection.......................................................................................................9
Inspection Checklist...................................................................................................10
Detailed Parts List.........................................................................................................11
Warning Decal Placement.............................................................................................13
Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty ..................................................................................14
Warranty Claim..........................................................................................................14
Exclusions of Warranty..............................................................................................14
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About this Manual
This manual contains information about the usage and maintenance required for the equipment.
This document must be available for review by the operator before using the attachment to
ensure proper safety, maintenance, and usage.
Hazard Notices Used in this Manual
The following hazard notices are used in this document:
NOTE: Notes are used to indicate important information. This information may be
repeated in other areas of the manual.
CAUTION: Cautions are used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in damage to the equipment or other property.
WARNING: Warnings are used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if
not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
DANGER: Danger is used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
Terminology
Prime Mover: The Rototiller can be attached to many different pieces of equipment;
therefore, the term “prime mover” will be used. A prime mover is any equipment, tractor,
or skid steer providing power to the attachment.
Safety
Safety Notices
Before operating or conducting maintenance on this equipment, it is important to wear proper
protection. Recommended safety equipment when operating and maintaining this equipment
includes earplugs, eye protection, safety foot wear and a hard hat.
NOTE: Additional safety equipment may be required depending on the operating environment
and worksite conditions.
Only qualified and trained personnel should operate, maintain, and service this attachment.
Blue Diamond recommends that you inspect this equipment regularly for leaks, cracks, or other
conditions that may impair proper usage of the equipment. Verify that all repairs have been
completed and inspected prior to using the attachment under load.
It is the responsibility of the user to follow all local, state, and federal safety regulations.
Improper use of this equipment may result in personal injury, property damage, and/or damage
to the equipment.
NOTE: call for locates before tilling. Underground utilities can cause serious damage to persons
and the machine
DANGER: NEVER LOCK YOUR HYDRAULICS ON AND LEAVE THE CAB OF YOUR
MACHINE. NEVER OPERATE THIS TILLER WITH IN 20 FEET OF PERSONS.
ALWAYS LOCATE ALL UTILITIES BEFORE USING THIS ROTOTILLER.
Modifications to Equipment
Any modifications made to this equipment may void any warranty and relieve the manufacturer
of liability of any resulting injury or damage.
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About the Rototiller Attachment
The primary use of the Rototiller attachment includes gardens; nursery’s, landscaping, and
grounds maintenance. Use of this equipment in any other manner is considered to be contrary
to the intended use of the attachment.
Rototiller features
The Blue Diamond rototiller is a direct drive tiller with a bidirectional hydraulic motor. The
swinging tines allow maximum cutting in both directions. The heavily constructed shroud floats
better on rough ground by having round tube contacting the ground that floats well. The high
quality hydraulic motor is backed by a 1 year warranty.
The Rototiller attachment is vital in the landscaping, nursery and grounds maintenance
industries. This unique Rototiller is offered in a variety of sizes for a variety of applications.
Figure 1 –Rototiller
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Attaching the Rototiller to the Prime Mover
NOTE: Before attempting to attach the Rototiller to the prime mover, verify that all hydraulic
couplings are compatible.
WARNING: Improper attachment to the prime mover may cause personal injury.
CAUTION: All hydraulic connections must be clean and free of debris before making any
connection.
1. Place the Rototiller attachment on a level surface.
2. Position and align the prime mover to the rear of the attachment, within proximity of the
front of prime mover.
3. Insert and connect the prime mover into the attachment.
4. Connect the hydraulic lines from the attachment to the prime mover.
5. Close latches (or other locking mechanism) to secure the attachment to the prime
mover.
6. Using the prime mover, raise the attachment and move the attachment to ensure
hydraulic lines are clear of air and operate properly.
CAUTION: Hydraulics should operate in an even and smooth manner. Hydraulic
movement that is not even and smooth may indicate that air is in the hydraulic lines.
7. Lower the attachment to ground level.
8. Inspect that the attachment is mounted properly and securely. If the attachment does
not meet this requirement, follow the instructions to remove the Rototiller and re-attach
using the instructions above.
Removing the Rototiller from the Prime Mover
WARNING: Improper disconnection may result personal injury or damage to the attachment
and prime mover.
CAUTION: All hydraulic connections must be clean and free of debris before disconnection.
1. Using the prime mover, lower the attachment to the ground.
2. To prevent contamination, remove any dirt and debris from the couplings. Disconnect
the hydraulic connection between the attachment and the prime mover.
NOTE: Hydraulic connections must be disconnected before disengaging latches to prevent
damage to the prime mover or the attachment.
3. Disengage the prime mover latches (or other locking mechanism) from the attachment.
4. Move the prime mover from the attachment.
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Rototiller Operation
Wear proper safety equipment as required by working conditions and local, state, and
Federal laws.
Get utility locates before tilling a new area
Never operate the Rototiller within 20 feet of people, animals, or damageable property.
Clear the area of objects that could become projectiles, such as rocks, bottles, and
construction debris.
Never operate the Rototiller where your view is obstructed.
Never operate the Rototiller with any guards removed.
Disengage the Rototiller and shut off the engine before leaving the cab of your machine.
Do not place hands or feet near the Rototiller while the machine is running.
DANGER: Keep all body parts away from the Rototiller when in use.
Eye and Ear Protection: To help ensure your safety as
a designated operator wear eye and ear protection.
Safety Helmet: To help ensure your safety as a
designated operator wear a safety helmet.
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Equipment Inspection Schedule
We recommend that you inspect the equipment for damage and wear before use. Use the
following list as a guideline during equipment inspection.
WARNING: Do not use hands to check for hydraulic leaks. Keep body parts away from
leaking hydraulic lines and couplings that are under pressure.
NOTE: Shut off the prime mover and disengage the Rototiller before performing any
maintenance.
Daily Inspection
Inspect the Rototiller by performing a walk around daily before and after use. Use the following
inspection checklist as a guideline.
After the Rototiller has been attached, check that all latches or locks are closed.
Check that all hydraulic fittings are tight and free of leaks.
Check all tines and tine bolts for damage
Check that all hydraulic lines are free of leaks, holes, or cracks. Replace as
required.
Check all hardware connections to the prime mover for damage or fatigue such as
cracks or other structural flaws.
Inspect under side of the shroud for anything that may have become wound on the
drive shaft and for any obstructions that will stop the tine from turning.
Inspect tines and bolts for wear, damage, and loosening.
Check for wire or debris under the shroud, remove any present
Clean debris from the motor and drive area
Check that all guards and safety equipment are in good condition.
Weekly Inspection
Check all bolts for tightness
Inspect the shroud for cracks, bends, or damage.
Inspect the drive shaft and tines for bends or damage.
Monthly Inspection
Inspect the quick attach are for wear
Inspect the tines for cracks, bends, or excessive wear.
Check skid plates for wear.
Inspect the bolts on the motor. Tighten if required.
Check that all bolts are tight.
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Inspection Checklist
Are all safety notices and warning stickers in proper locations and visible?
Are all safety guards properly installed and in good condition?
Are there any visible hydraulic leaks?
Are the tines in good condition?
Is there any wire or vines wound under the Shroud or drive shaft?
Are any cracks visible in Rototiller structure?
Are the tines worn, bent, or broken?
Has all debris been removed from the motor area?
Has the prime mover been properly inspected for hydraulic leaks and proper tire
inflation?
Has the prime mover been properly maintained?
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Detailed Parts List
Figure 2 –ROTOTILLER PARTS
Table 1 - Parts List –Rototiller
Item
Number
Description
Part No.
Qty.
1
Hydraulic motor
229005
1
2
Motor to shaft coupler
1
3
Main frame
1
4
Bearing guard
1
5
bearing
1
6
Shaft retaining bolt
1
7
Shaft retainer washer
1
8
Coupler retaining bolt
1
229020
229010
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Figure 3 –Rototiller parts
Table 2 –Parts list - Rototiller
Item
number
Description
Part number
Qty
9, 10, 11
Tine, bolt, & nut
229015
76” =40 68”=36
12
Main shaft
1
229016-KIT-1
68" = 229025
76" = 229027
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Warning Decal Placement
Figure 3 –Rototiller –Rear View
Table 2 - Parts List - Warning Decals
#
Part Name
Description
Part No.
Qty
1
Warning Decal
High Pressure Fluid Hazard
BD-01
1
2
Warning Decal
Read Owners Manual Before Operating
BD-02
1
4
Warning Decal
Warning Keep Hands And Feet Away
BD-04
2
Table 3 –Warning Stickers
Warning Decal 1
Warning Decal 2
Warning Decal 3
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Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty
Blue Diamond Attachments Inc. a manufacturer of quality attachments, warrants new Blue
Diamond Attachments products and/or attachments at the time of delivery to the original
purchaser, to be free from defects in material and workmanship when properly set up and
operated in accordance with the recommendations set forth by Blue Diamond Attachments.
Blue Diamond Attachments liability for any defect with respect to accepted goods shall be limited
to repairing the goods at an Blue Diamond Attachments designated location or at an authorized
dealer location, or replacing them, as Blue Diamond shall elect. The above shall be in
accordance with Blue Diamond Attachments warranty adjustment policies. Blue Diamond
Attachments obligation shall terminate twenty-four (24) months for the Rototiller after the
delivery of the goods to original purchaser.
This warranty shall not apply to any machine or attachment which shall have been repaired or
altered outside the Blue Diamond Attachments factory or authorized Blue Diamond Attachments
dealership or in any way so as in Blue Diamond Attachments judgment, to affect its stability or
reliability, nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident beyond the Company
recommended machine rated capacity.
Warranty Claim
To submit a warranty claim, a return authorization from Blue Diamond Attachments must be
obtained. The failed part may then be returned. Tampering with the failed part may void the
warranty. This warranty does not include freight or delivery charges incurred when returning
machinery for servicing. Dealer mileage, service calls, and pickup/delivery charges are the
customers' responsibility.
Exclusions of Warranty
Except as otherwise expressly stated herein, Blue Diamond Attachments Inc makes no
representation or warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, AND MAKES NO WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY IN RESPECT TO ITS MACHINERY AND/OR ATTACHMENTS ARE FIT
FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Blue Diamond Attachments Inc shall not be liable for
incidental or consequential damages for any breach or warranty, including but not limited to
inconvenience, rental of replacement equipment, loss of profits or other commercial loss. Upon
purchase, the buyer assumes all liability for all personal injury and property resulting from the
handling, possession, or use of the goods by the buyer.
No agent, employee, or representative of Blue Diamond Attachments Inc has any authority to
bind Blue Diamond Attachments Inc to any affirmation, representation, or warranty concerning its
machinery and/or attachments except as specifically set forth herein.
This warranty policy supersedes any previous documents.
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Warranty Registration:
Please fill out this warranty registration within 30 days of the purchase of your
attachment. It can be faxed to 865-246-2007 or emailed to:
Name and address _______________________________________________________
Phone #___________________________________
Attachment part #__________________________
Attachment serial #_________________________
Date purchased ____________________________
Name of dealer attachment was purchased from:
Comments:_____________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Blue Diamond Attachments, Knoxville TN
888-376-7027
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