Farm King RT10 Product manual

072022 FK436
OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL
10’ Tedder
Model RT10

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Table Of Contents
Warranty Registration Form 1
Introduction 3
Owner’s Information 5
Equipment Identification 6
Safety 9
Safety Instructions 11
Fire Prevention 14
Safety Signs And Equipment Decals 16
Safety Sign-Off Form 19
Operation 21
Pre-Operation Checklist 23
Tractor Requirements 23
EnteringThe Operator’s Position 24
LeavingThe Operator’s Position 24
ConnectingToTractor 24
ConnectingThe PTO Driveline 27
Tilt Adjustment 31
Field Operation 32
Transporting 35
Maintenance 37
Troubleshooting 39
Service Schedule Chart 40
Lubrication 41
Gearbox 43
Cleaning 43
Tine Replacement 43
Safety And Equipment Signs 44
Storage And ReturnTo Service 44
Parts Identification 45
General Parts Information 47
Guards 47
Pull-Type Hitch 48
Manufacturer’s Statement: For technical reasons, Buhler Industries Inc. reserves the right to modify
machinery design and specifications provided herein without any preliminary notice. Information provided
herein is of descriptive nature. Performance quality may depend on soil fertility, applied agricultural
techniques, weather conditions, and other factors.

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Three-Point Hitch 50
Main Components 52
Driveline 56
PTO - Pull-Type Hitch - 8020436 58
PTO -Three-Point Hitch - 8020435 59
Decal Kit 60
Specifications And Shipping Kit Numbers 61
Specifications 63
Shipping Kit And Bundle Numbers 64
HardwareTorque Values 65
Warranty 67
Farm King Base Limited Warranty 69

Warranty Registration Form - RT10
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Warranty Registration Form
This form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time
of delivery.
Customer Name:
Customer Address:
City: Prov / State:
Postal / Zip Code: Phone:
Dealer Name:
Dealer Address:
City: Prov / State:
Postal / Zip Code: Phone:
Equipment Model: Serial Number: Delivery Date:
I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the above described equipment which review included the Operator and Parts
Manual content, equipment care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
RotorsTurn Freely
Check Gear Box Oil Level
Tines Properly Oriented
FastenersTight
Lubricate Machine
Slip Clutch (If equipped) Is Properly Adjusted
Safety Chain On Hitch
All Decals Installed
Guards And Shields Installed And Secure
Review Operating And Safety Instructions
Check Gear Box For Leaks
Date: Dealer Rep. Signature:
The above equipment and Operator And Parts Manual have been received by me and I have been thoroughly instructed as to
care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
Date: Customer / Owner Signature:
Remove this Warranty Registration Form from the Operator And Parts Manual. Make two copies of
the form. Send original Warranty Registration Form to Farm King. Give one copy to the customer and
the dealer will keep one copy.
Dealer Inspection Report Safety

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Introduction
This Operator And Parts Manual was written to give the owner / operator instructions on the safe
operation, maintenance and part identification of the Farm King equipment. READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR FARM KING EQUIPMENT. If you
have any questions, see your Farm King dealer. This manual may illustrate options and accessories not
installed on your Farm King equipment.
Owner’s Information 5
Serial Number Location 5
Manual Storage 5
Equipment Identification 6
Component Location -Three-Point Hitch Model 6
Component Location - Pull-Type Hitch Model 7

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Owner’s Information
Thank you for your decision to purchase a Farm King
Tedder. To ensure maximum performance of your
equipment, it is mandatory that you thoroughly
study the Operator and Parts Manual and follow
the recommendations. Proper operation and
maintenance are essential to maximize equipment
life and prevent personal injury.
Operate and maintain this equipment in a safe
manner and in accordance with all applicable local,
state, and federal codes, regulations and / or laws.
Follow all on-product labeling and instructions.
Make sure that all personnel have read this
Operator and Parts Manual and thoroughly
understand safe and correct operating, installation
and maintenance procedures.
Farm King is continually working to improve its
products. Farm King reserves the right to make
any improvements or changes as deemed practical
and possible without incurring any responsibility
or obligation to make any changes or additions to
equipment sold previously.
Although great care has been taken to ensure the
accuracy of this publication, Farm King, makes
no warranty or guarantee of any kind, written or
expressed, implied or otherwise with regard to the
information contained within this manual. Farm
King assumes no responsibility for any errors
that may appear in this manual and shall not be
liable under any circumstances for incidental,
consequential or punitive damages in connection
with, or arising from the use of this manual.
Keep this manual available for frequent reference.
All new operators or owners must review the
manual before using the equipment and annually
thereafter. Contact your Farm King Dealer if you
need assistance, information, or additional copies
of the manual. Visit our website at www.farm-king.
com for a complete list of dealers in your area.
The directions left, right, front and rear, as
mentioned throughout this manual, are as viewed
from the rear of the equipment.
Serial Number Location
Please enter the model and serial number in the
space provided for easy reference.
Figure 1
Model Number:
Serial Number:
The serial number plate (Item 1) is located on the
center housing [Figure 1].
Always use your serial number when requesting
information or when ordering parts.
Manual Storage
Figure 2
The operator and parts manual and other
documents can be stored in the canister (Item 1),
located on the hitch frame [Figure 2].
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Equipment Identification
Component Location - Three-Point Hitch Model
Figure 3
PTO
CENTER
GEARBOX
ROTARY UNIT
TINE ARM
TINE
THREE-POINT
HITCH
DRIVELINE
PROTECTION
GUARD
TIRE /
WHEEL
ROTOR
LOCK
SUPPORT
LEG

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Component Location - Pull-Type Hitch Model
Figure 4
DRIVELINE
CASING
PULL-TYPE
HITCH
TILT
ADJUSTMENT
LEVER

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Safety
Safety Instructions 11
Safety Symbols 11
Qualified Operator Safety 11
Use Safety Rules 12
Safety Rules For PowerTake-Off (PTO) Driven Equipment 12
Machine Requirements And Capabilities 13
Transport Safety 13
Fire Prevention 14
Maintenance 14
Operation 14
Starting 14
Electrical 14
Hydraulic System 14
Fueling 14
Welding And Grinding 15
Fire Extinguishers 15
Safety Signs And Equipment Decals 16
Safety Sign-Off Form 19

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Safety Instructions
Safety Symbols
Safety Alert Symbol
This symbol with a warning statement means:
“Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”
Carefully read the message that follows.
CAUTION
The signal word CAUTION on the machine
and in the manuals indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe practices.
DANGER
The signal word DANGER on the machine and
in the manuals indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
The signal word WARNING on the machine
and in the manuals indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT
This notice identifies procedures which must
be followed to avoid damage to the machine.
Qualified Operator Safety
Operators must have instructions before operating
the machine. Untrained operators can cause injury
or death.
For an operator to be qualified, he or she must
not use drugs or alcohol which impair alertness
or coordination while working. An operator who is
taking prescription drugs must get medical advice
to determine if he or she can safely operate a
machine and the equipment.
Understand the written instructions, rules and
regulations:
• The written instructions from Farm King include
the Warranty Registration, Dealer Inspection
Report, Operator And Parts Manual and machine
signs (decals).
• Check the rules and regulations at your location.
The rules may include an employer’s work
safety requirements. Regulations may apply
to local driving requirements or use of a Slow
Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem. Regulations
may identify a hazard such as a utility line.
HaveTraining with Actual Operation:
• Operatortrainingmustconsistofademonstration
and verbal instruction. This training is given by
the machine owner prior to operation.
• The new operator must start in an area without
bystanders and use all the controls until he or
she can operate the machine safely under all
conditions of the work area. Always fasten seat
belt before operating.
Know the Work Conditions:
• Clear working area of all bystanders, especially
small children and all obstacles that might be
hooked or snagged, causing injury or damage.
• Know the location of any overhead or
underground power lines. Call local utilities and
have all underground power lines marked prior
to operation.
• Wear tight fitting clothing. Always wear safety
glasses when doing maintenance or service.

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Use Safety Rules
• Read and follow instructions in this manual and
the tractor’s Operators Manual before operating.
• Under no circumstances should young children
be allowed to work with this equipment.
• This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation.
• Check for overhead and / or underground lines
before operating equipment (if applicable).
• In addition to the design and configuration
of equipment, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of equipment.
• Check that the equipment is securely fastened
to the tractor / towing vehicle. Make sure all the
machine controls are in the NEUTRAL position
before starting the machine.
• Operate the equipment only from the operator’s
position. Operate the equipment according to
the Operator And Parts Manual.
• When learning to operate the equipment, do
it at a slow rate in an area clear of bystanders,
especially small children.
• DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work area
when operating the equipment.
• The equipment must be used ONLY on
approved tractors / transport vehicles. DO NOT
modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized
modification may impair the function and / or
safety and could affect the life of the equipment.
• Stop tractor engine, place all controls in neutral,
set park brake, remove ignition key and wait
for all moving parts to stop before servicing,
adjusting, repairing, unplugging or filling.
• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on
the equipment while the machine is running.
• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if
damaged.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from
all moving parts.
Safety Rules For Power Take-Off (PTO) Driven
Equipment
• Keep PTO shields and all guards in place. Replace
damaged or missing shields and guards before
operating.
• Follow warnings and instructions on machine
signs (decals). Replace damaged or missing
decals.
• Do not wear loose or bulky clothing around the
PTO or other moving parts.
• Keep bystanders away from PTO driven
equipment, and never allow children near
machines.
• Read and understand the manuals for the
PTO driven equipment and be aware of safe
operating procedures and hazards that may not
be readily apparent.
• Never operate over 540 rpm.
• Always walk around equipment to avoid coming
near a turning PTO driveline. Stepping over,
leaning across or crawling under a turning PTO
driveline can cause entanglement.
• Position the machine and equipment hitch
correctly to prevent driveline stress and
separation.
• Use caution when raising PTO driven equipment.
• Excessive driveline angle can cause driveline
damage.

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Transport Safety
• Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce speed
on rough roads and surfaces.
• Comply with state and local laws governing
highway safety and movement of machinery on
public roads.
• The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable
in most localities. However, some localities
prohibit their use.
• Local laws should be checked for all highway
lighting and marking requirements.
• Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations
and move to the side of the road so any following
traffic may pass.
• Always enter curves or drive up or down hills
at a low speed and at a gradual steering angle.
• Never allow riders on either tractor or equipment.
• Keep tractor / towing vehicle in a lower gear at
all times when traveling down steep grades.
• Maintain proper brake settings at all times (if
equipped).
Machine Requirements And Capabilities
• Fasten seat belt securely. If equipped with a
foldable Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS),
only fasten seat belt when ROPS is up and
locked. DO NOT wear seat belt if ROPS is down.
• Stop the machine and engage the parking brake.
Install blocks in front of and behind the rear tires
of the machine. Install blocks underneath and
support the equipment securely before working
under raised equipment.
• Keep bystanders clear of moving parts and the
work area. Keep children away.
• Use increased caution on slopes and near banks
and ditches to prevent overturn.
• Make certain that the Slow Moving Vehicle
(SMV) emblem is installed so that it is visible
and legible. When transporting the equipment,
use the flashing warning lights (if equipped) and
follow all local regulations.
• Operate this equipment with a machine
equipped with an approved Roll-Over Protective
Structure (ROPS). Always wear seat belt when
the ROPS is up. Serious injury or death could
result from falling off the machine.
• Before leaving the operator’s position:
1. Always park on a flat level surface.
2. Place all controls in neutral.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Stop engine.
5. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Carry passengers only in designated seating
areas. Never allow riders on the machine or
equipment. Falling off can result in serious
injury or death.
• Start the equipment only when properly seated
in the operator’s seat. Starting a machine in gear
can result in serious injury or death. Operate
the machine and equipment from the operator’s
position only.
• The parking brake must be engaged before
leaving the operator’s seat. Roll-away can occur
because the transmission may not prevent
machine movement.

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Fire Prevention
Maintenance
• The machine and some equipment have
components that are at high temperatures
under normal operating conditions.The primary
source of high temperatures is the engine
and exhaust system. The electrical system, if
damaged or incorrectly maintained, can be a
source of arcs or sparks.
• Flammable debris (leaves, straw, etc.) must
be removed regularly. If flammable debris
is allowed to accumulate, it can cause a fire
hazard. Clean often to avoid this accumulation.
Flammable debris in the engine compartment is a
potential fire hazard.The operator’s area, engine
compartment and engine cooling system must
be inspected every day and cleaned if necessary
to prevent fire hazards and overheating.
• All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant
mixtures are flammable. Flammable fluids that
are leaking or spilled onto hot surfaces or onto
electrical components can cause a fire.
Operation
• The Farm King machine must be in good
operating condition before use.
• Check all of the items listed on the service
schedule under the 8 hour column before
operation. (See Maintenance section)
• Do not use the machine where exhaust, arcs,
sparks or hot components can contact flammable
material, explosive dust or gases.
Starting
• Do not use ether or starting fluids on any engine
that has glow plugs. These starting aids can
cause explosion and injure you or bystanders.
• Use the procedure in the tractor’s operator’s
manual for connecting the battery and for jump
starting.
Electrical
• Check all electrical wiring and connections for
damage. Keep the battery terminals clean and
tight. Repair or replace any damaged part or
wires that are loose or frayed.
• Battery gas can explode and cause serious
injury. Do not jump start or charge a frozen or
damaged battery. Keep any open flames or
sparks away from batteries. Do not smoke in
battery charging area.
Hydraulic System
• Check hydraulic tubes, hoses and fittings for
damage and leakage. Never use open flame
or bare skin to check for leaks. Hydraulic tubes
and hoses must be properly routed and have
adequate support and secure clamps.Tighten or
replace any parts that show leakage.
• Always clean fluid spills. Do not use gasoline or
diesel fuel for cleaning parts. Use commercial
nonflammable solvents.
Fueling
• Stop the engine and let it cool before adding fuel.
No smoking. Do not refuel a machine near open
flames or sparks. Fill the fuel tank outdoors.

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Welding And Grinding
• Always clean the machine and equipment,
disconnect the battery, and disconnect the
wiring from the machine controls before
welding. Cover rubber hoses, battery and all
other flammable parts. Keep a fire extinguisher
near the machine when welding.
• Have good ventilation when grinding or welding
painted parts. Wear dust mask when grinding
painted parts.Toxic dust or gas can be produced.
• Dust generated from repairing nonmetallic
parts such as hoods, fenders or covers can
be flammable or explosive. Repair such
components in a well ventilated area away from
open flames or sparks.
Fire Extinguishers
• Know where fire extinguishers and first aid kits
are located and how to use them. Inspect the fire
extinguisher and service the fire extinguisher
regularly. Obey the recommendations on the
instructions plate.

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Safety Signs And Equipment
Decals
Follow the instructions on all the signs (decals)
that are on the equipment. Replace any damaged
signs (decals) and be sure they are in the correct
locations. Equipment signs are available from your
Farm King equipment dealer.
Figure 5
Danger to be hooked or to get caught on. With the
rotation of arms, the tines may hook clothes or
other objects [Figure 5].
Figure 6
Danger of flying objects. With the rotation of arms,
the tines could pick up and throw objects form the
working site. Maintain minimum safe distance
[Figure 6].
Figure 7
Obligation of reading the use and maintenance
manual. Read and follow instructions in this
manual and the tractor’s Operators Manual before
operating [Figure 7].
Figure 8
Prohibition to perform repairs or maintenance
with parts in motion. It is absolutely forbidden to
adjust, lubricate, repair or replace parts in motion.
These tasks must be performed with the P.T.O.
disengaged, the tractor engine off and the ignition
keys removed from the dashboard [Figure 8].