IronCraft FMA125 Series User manual

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l y 2022
Rotary Tillers
FMA125 - Series
Operation Manual

Congratulation for purchasing your new IronCraft rotary tiller!
This tiller has been designed andmanufactured following allsafety and quality requirements
needed for a safe and satisfactory use over time.
Acareful reading of this manual will permit you to familiarize with your new equipment, and will
provide you all the tools needed to use it safely.
A proper maintenance andknowledge of the safety rules of use will allow to obtain the
best performance and a long service life of the machine.
The Safety Alert Symbol used throughout this manual and on safety
decals of the machine indicates the presence of potential hazard to the
operator. When you see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the
message that follows it.
The Safety Alert Symbol is used in conjunction with following Signal Words, according to the
degree of possible injuries that may result operating the implement:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
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. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT
Indicates instructions or procedures that, if not observed, can cause damage to equipment or
environment.
NOTE
Indicates helpful information.
READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the safety messages following the Safety Alert Symbol and
Signal Words. Failure to comply with safety messages could result in serious bodily injury or death.

TO THE PURCHASER
This manual contains valuable information about IronCraft ROTARY TILLER.
It has been carefully prepared to give you helpful suggestions for operating,
adjusting, servicing repair parts.
Keep this manual in a convenient place for quick and easy reference. Study it
carefully. You have purchased a dependable and sturdy tiller, but only by proper care and
operation can you expect to get the service and long life designed and built into it.
RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined by watching from the tractor side.
Sometime in the future your tiller may need new parts to replace those are worn or
broken. If so, go to nearest IronCraft dealer and provide him the model and part
number.
Customer information
Name
Purchased from
Purchased date
Model No.
Serial No.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contents
TO THE PURCHASER.....................................................................................................4
1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL ...........................................................................................1
2. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................1
2.1. TILLER IDENTIFICATION ................................................................................................................. 1
2.2. INTENDED USE ............................................................................................................................... 1
2.3. MAIN PARTSDESCRIPTION............................................................................................................. 2
2.4. TILLER SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................. 3
3. SAFETY........................................................................................................................4
3.1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION .................................................................................................... 4
3.2. EQUIPMENT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................. 5
3.3. OPERATING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................. 6
3.4. TRANSPORTING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................ 7
3.5. MAINTENANCE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................... 8
3.6. STORAGE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................. 8
3.7. SAFETY LABELS............................................................................................................................... 9
4. SET UP...................................................................................................................... 13
4.1. CONNECTING TO THE TRACTOR .................................................................................................. 13
4.2. DRIVELINE INSTALLATION............................................................................................................ 14
4.3. TRACTOR-TILLER STABILITY ......................................................................................................... 15
5. OPERATING ............................................................................................................ 16
5.1. START UP ..................................................................................................................................... 17
5.2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................................... 18
5.3. ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................................................................. 18
REAR BOARDADJUSTMENT...................................................................................................................... 20
5.4. STOPPING AND DISCONNECTION................................................................................................ 21
5.5. TRASPORTING.............................................................................................................................. 22
6. MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................... 22
6.1. BLADES REPLACEMENT................................................................................................................ 22
6.2. GEARBOX LUBRICATION .............................................................................................................. 24
6.3. SIDE CASE LUBRICATION.............................................................................................................. 25
6.4. BEARING HOUSING LUBRICATION............................................................................................... 25
6.5. DRIVESHAFT MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................... 26

7. STORAGE................................................................................................................. 27
8. SCRAPPING............................................................................................................. 28
9. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................... 28
10. TORQUE VALUES TABLE ................................................................................... 30
11. WARRANTY ............................................................................................................ 31
12. PARTS INFORMATION......................................................................................... 33

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1.ABOUT THIS MANUAL
The operator must read the manual for a correct understanding of the hazards that may present
when operating the tiller, as well as for obtain optimum performance from the machine.
The manual is part of the machine, it must be kept in good condition and remain with the machine
even in case of resale, until its demolition. In case of loss or damage, request a new copy to the
Manufacturer or your Dealer.
The information, descriptions and illustrations in this manual describes the state of the product at
the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future.
The Manufacturer reserve the right to make design improvements or changes in specifications
without incurring in any obligation to install them on units previously sold.
Text, illustrations and drawings of this manual cannot be disclosed or transmitted, in whole or in
part, to third parties without the written permission of the Manufacturer. All rights are reserved.
2.INTRODUCTION
2.1. TILLER IDENTIFICATION
Each tiller has a plate for unique identification. Any request for assistance or information regarding
the machine must be directed to the Manufacturer or Dealer always referring to the model and
serial number on the nameplate affixed to the machine:
2.2. INTENDED USE
The FMA125-Series tillers are designed to be used uniquely for horticultural, agricultural, or
commercial applications, to till soil for seedbed and planting preparation.
They are designed to be mounted on tractors equipped with hydraulic lift and universal three point
hitch that can support the implement weight, and driven by the power of the tractor through the
PTO driveshaft.
The tractors used to operate the FMA125-Series tillers must have the following requirements:
Hitch Category: 3-point Cat. I standard.

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PTO: 540 RPM, 6-spline, 1 3/8 Z6
Horsepower: As per given in Technical Specification Sheet
DANGER
Any use of the machine other than the intended use is non-intended use, and is to be considered
as unauthorized and dangerous. The manufacturer assumes no liability for damage resulting from
non-intended use.
2.3. MAIN PARTSDESCRIPTION
1. Tiller deck
2. Clevis (lower hitch)
3. Lower hitch pin
4. Upper hitch pin
5. Topmast
6. Implement input connection (tiller PTO)
7. Gearbox
8. Side transmission case
9. Rear board
10. Rotor shaft
11. Tine
12. Parking stand
13. Skid
14. Cardan driveshaft
15. PTO Guard
16. Driveshaft Support
NOTE
Unless otherwise indicated, images shown in this manual refer to the tiller model wise.

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2.4. TILLER SPECIFICATIONS
TILLER MODEL
2004
Overall dimensions
mm
1545 x 882 x 687
Tilling width
in
49"
cm
125
Recommended
HP
20-25
Tractor HP range
3-point Hitch type - Cat. I
Frame off-set
in
-
Number of Flanges on Rotor
No.
6
Number of tines per Flange
No.
4
PTO Input speed
rpm
540
Rotor Shaft Speed rpm
@540
230
Standard Tine Construction
-
curved
Transmission type
-
Chain
Max Working depth
cm
12
Rotor tube diameter
mm
52
Rotor Swing Diameter
mm
386
Driveline safety device
-
slip clutch
Weight (driveline excluded)
lbs
297
Kg.
135

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3.SAFETY
Proper use of equipment, a strict observance of the safety messages listed below and application
of all reasonable practices to avoid any risks, prevents accidents or injury, allows the machine
working better and longer, and minimize the failures. The manufacturer assumes no liability for
any damage resulting from not applying the behavioral rules indicated into the manual.
3.1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
DANGER
The machine must be used only by authorized and well trained operators. The operator must have
read and understood the instructions of this manual, it must make adequate preparation for the
proper use of the machine and must hold a driving license. In case of doubt about the use of the
machine and/or the interpretation of this manual, the operator must contact the Manufacturer or
the Dealer.
WARNING
The manual must always remain with the machine. In case of loss or damage, request a new copy
to the Manufacturer or your Dealer.
WARNING
Follow strictly the rules prescribed by the safety pictograms applied to the machine.
WARNING
Be sure that all safety pictograms are legible. If pictograms are worn, they must be replaced with
others obtained from the Manufacturer, and placed in the position indicated by this manual.
DANGER
Before using the machine, make sure that all safety devices are installed and in good working
conditions. In case of damages of shields, replace them immediately.
DANGER
Is absolutely forbidden to remove or alter safety devices.
DANGER
Before starting, and during operation of the tiller, make sure there are no people or animals in the
operation area: the machine can project material from the back, with risks of serious injury or
death.
DANGER
Pay maximum attention to avoid any accidental contact with rotating parts of the machine.
DANGER
During operation, adjustment, maintenance, repairing or transportation of the machine, the
operator must always use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
DANGER
Do not operate the implement while wearing loose fitting clothing that can give rise to
entanglement in parts of the machine.

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DANGER
Do not operate the implement when tired, not in good condition or under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
CAUTION
If the use of the machine is required at night or in conditions of reduced visibility, use the lighting
system of the tractor and possibly an auxiliary lighting system.
3.2. EQUIPMENT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Use the tiller for its intended purpose only. Improper use can damage the tiller and cause serious
injury to persons, animals, or death.
DANGER
The machine should be used by a single operator driving the tractor.
WARNING
Any unauthorized modification of the machine may cause problems in safety and relieves the
Manufacturer from any liability for damages or injuries that may result to operators, third parties
and objects.
WARNING
Before using the machine, familiarize yourself with its controls and its working capacity.
WARNING
Do not leave the tiller unattended with tractor engine running.
WARNING
Do not operate tiller on too muddy, sandy or rocky soils.
WARNING
Keep the machine clean from debris and foreign objects which may damage functioning or cause
injury.
WARNING
Do not use the machine if the category of the connecting pins of the tiller does not match that of
the tractor hitch system.
WARNING
Do not use the machine with missing bolts, screws, pins or safety pins.
WARNIN
G
Never use the machine to transport or lift people, animals or objects.
WARNING
Make certain, by adding front ballast, that at least 20% of the total weight (tractor, implement
and ballast) is on the front axle of the tractor, to ensure stability.