Pre-Operation Checks. BALZER FIELD FLOATER 6

OPERATION

Pre-Operation Checks

Make sure all safety shields are in place and properly secured

Make sure all moving components are free of solid, hard, or frozen material or other obstructions

Make sure the tractor drawbar matches the standards shown in the Drawbar Adjustment diagram ( Figure 6 )

FIGURE 6

8” to 13”

15” to 22”

Suggested drawbar adjustments for PTO shaft size and speed

WARNING

Improper PTO Length may damage the unit.

Hydraulic Hose Color Markings

Each hydraulic hose will have either one (1) color code stripe indicating it as a Return line or two (2) color code stripes indicating it is a Pressure line The exception is for the Hydraulic Motor Zero Return line which has two stripes but only one of each color The following color codes denote the operational purpose of the hydraulic hose lines

RED - Brakes ORANGE - Hydraulic Manifold

Attaching to Tractor

Attach the tractor’s drawbar to the hitch using a properly sized hitch pin The hitch pin should have a safety retainer to keep it from dislodging itself from the hitch

Attach the safety chain to the drawbar of the tractor Attaching the safety chain to a point higher than the drawbar can lead to a potential rollover causing serious injury or death ( Figure 7 )

FIGURE 7

Point of No

Return

Crank the trailer jack down to slowly place pressure on the drawbar After the weight has been transferred to the tractor’s drawbar and is no longer being supported by the jack, remove the jack and secure it in its storage location

Check the tractor’s Power Take Off (PTO) for any damage, that it slides freely, and is the proper size and connection for the PTO shaft on the tank

1

1/

2 S ec on ds

3/4

Se co nd s

Attach the PTO shaft to the tractor securely as required by its locking mechanism The

PTO should have approximately 1/3 overlap

DANGER

Attaching the safety chain to any point higher than the drawbar can cause tractor to rollover should this machine become unhitched from the tractor. Tractor rollover can cause serious injury or death!

16 Field Floater 6 Grain Cart User Manual

OPERATION

Attaching to the Tractor (Continued)

Attach the hydraulic lines making sure the connectors are clean and in good repair Connect according to the hydraulic hose color and striping pattern listed in the Hydraulic Hose Color Markings section on the previous page

Connect the 7-Way electrical connector

Connect the joystick control cable

Initial Start Up

Never operate this machine if shields are missing, damaged, or improperly installed or if persons are in or on this machine or near any moving parts of this machine Keep everyone away while operating this machine

Do not leave the tractor seat

Operate ALL hydraulic controls to become familiar with the function of each tractor lever and to visually see the machine is responding correctly NOTE: MAKE MENTAL AND/OR WRITTEN NOTES CONCERNING WHICH WAY TO MOVE THE

LEVERS FOR THE DESIRED RESULTS

ENGAGE THE PTO SLOWLY with the tractor throttle at slow idle Use maximum modulation on tractor PTO control

Watch and listen to confirm the machine is operating properly Run at fast idle for five (5) minutes, disengage the PTO, shut off the tractor engine, and remove the key from the ignition Make all necessary adjustments before any further operation of this machine is attempted

CAUTION

To prevent premature driveline failure, tractor turning should be limited to approximately 10° when driveline is rotating.

In-Field Procedure

Be sure the grain doors are closed before loading

Always load the grain cart evenly, front to back, to avoid an unbalanced load or excessive tongue weight

Always disengage the Straight Steer System when working in the field

Always engage the PTO and cross auger clutch before opening the grain doors

Always close the grain doors before disengaging the PTO

Always engage the Straight Steer System before attempting to back up the grain cart or driving on roads

WARNING

Always load the grain cart evenly, front to back.

Failure to do so may result in an unbalanced load which can cause damage to the grain cart frame or to the tractor.

Field Floater 6 Grain Cart User Manual 17