Model

3-Point Tiller
SKU: 3023

Homier Distributing Company

84 Commercial Road • Huntington, IN 46750 • (800) 348-5004 •Fax: 260-358-4159

www.homier.com or www.farmprotractors.com
 Table of Contents
1. General Structure Diagram 2
2. Main Specifications 2
3. Brief Introduction of Components 3
A. Power Take-Off (PTO) Assembly 3
B. Central Gearbox 4
C. Side Gearbox 5
D. Rotary Cultivating Blade Shaft 6
E. Traction Plate Cover Assembly 7
F. Suspension Frame Assembly 8
G. Power Take-Off (PTO) Shaft Assembly 9
4. Adjustments of the Rotary Cultivator 9
A. Adjustment of the Rotary Cultivator 9
B. Adjustment of the 2nd, Spline and Blade Shaft Bearing Clearance 9
C. Bevel Gear Adjustment Procedures 10
D. Rotary Cultivator Operation Procedures 11
1. Adjustment of the Horizontal Level 11
2. Adjustment of Longitudinal Level 11
3. Adjustment of Raising Height 11
4. Selection of the Driving Speed 11
5. Starting the Rotary Cultivator 11
6. Turning or putting the Tractor in reverse 12
7. Field Operation Route 12
5. Operating Safety Instructions 13
6. Maintenance & Service 14
1. Shift Maintenance 14
2. Season Maintenance 14
3. Yearly Maintenance 14
7. Troubleshooting 15
8. Parts List 16

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1. General Structure Diagram

Fig. 1 Structure Diagram

1) Side Gearbox 5) Central Gearbox

2) Cultivator Shaft Assembly 6) Linkage Frame
3) Left Main Beam 7) Right Main Beam
4) Universal Coupling 8) Support Shaft

2. Main Specifications
Diagram 1
Model 1GQN-150/1GQN-120
Power Attached 30-45HP/18-25HP
Suspension Type 3-Point Hitch
TRACTOR
PTO RPM 540
Working Gear Speed First and Second Gear
47.24-59.06
Working Width
(120cm/150cm)
Revolution Speed of the Blade Shaft 210r/min-215r/min
Revolution Direction of the Blade Shaft Clockwise
Type of the Tilling Blade IT245
Quantity of the Tilling Blades 30/38

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3. Brief Introduction of Components
A. Power Take-Off (PTO) Assembly
It consists of adjustable clamp fork, square shaft sleeve pipe clamp fork, square shaft clamp fork and
cross joint. There are grease fittings on the cross joints, and they should be frequently lubricated with
grease. The Power Take-Off (PTO) shaft and sleeve can adjust, when the rotary cultivator is lifted or
lowered, they must extend or shrink freely. But one thing should be noted that when the PTO shaft is in
the shortest length, it can cause the universal joints to bind. When extended, there must be over lap of the
shafts.

Fig. 2 PTO Shaft

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1) Adjustable Clamp Fork 5) Square Shaft

2) Cross Joint Circlip 6) Square Shaft Sleeve Pipe
3) Cross Joint 7) Square Shaft Sleeve Pipe Clamp
4) Square Shaft Clamp 8) Locating Pin

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B. Central Gearbox
Note: 80/90 gear oil must be added to the gearbox, as to lubricate the gears and bearings, prior to the first
operation. There is a fill hole on the top of the gearbox. For service there is a drain plug under the first
shaft (see the “Maintenance and Service” section for frequency).
Fig. 3 Central Gearbox

1. First Shaft 7. Conical Bearing 13. Jamb Nut

2. Cap 8. Small Bevel Gear 14. Oil Seal
3. Oil Seal 9. Large Bevel Gear 15. Conical Bearing
4. Central Gear Box Housing 10. Spacer 16. Right Main Beam
5. Left Main Beam 11. Second Shaft 17. Conical Bearing
6. Cap 12. Thrust Washer

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C. Side Gearbox
There are four spur gears in the side gearbox and it is necessary that you use the gear jointed with the
second shaft as the fixed point when the other gears are mounted or adjusted, the four gears must be kept
in an identical plane and they must rotate freely when completely assembled. See Fig. 4.

Fig. 4 Side Gearbox

1. Cultivator Shaft
2. #4 Gear
3. Bearing
4. #3 Gear
5. Shaft
6. #2 Gear
7. #1 Gear
8. Side Box
9. Second Shaft
10. Plume
11. Oil Seal

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D. Rotary Cultivating Blade Shaft Assembly
Rotary cultivating blade shaft assembly is the working piece of the cultivator. Left and right bent blades
are mounted on the blade seat; the relation of revolving and cutting direction of the blade shaft and the
forward direction of the tractor is shown in figure 5.
It should be noted that the mounting of the blades is to the direction as the blade enters the earth, see Fig.
5; mount one left and one right blade on the blade seat within the same cross section, and then mount the
rest of the blades in a spiral line.

Fig. 5 Working Direction of the Rotary Tiller

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The method of mounting the blades is shown in Fig. 6.
Fig. 6 Correct method of mounting the blades

E. Traction Plate Cover Assembly

1.) Mounting method of the blades
To achieve varying agricultural results, different blade mounting methods can create different tilling
results. (Fig. 7)
Fig. 7 Tilling Effect Diagram

Note: Because soil condition are different, while mounting the blades the user should suitably reduce
or increase the quantity of the blades on both sides to adjust the tilling width, so that the tractor can
work in the best condition. Using maximum tilling width in hard soils can cause serious damage to
the blades, gearbox and even to the tractor.

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2.) The mounting procedures of the rotary cultivator to the tractor are as follows:
A) Back the tractor to the middle of the suspension frame of the rotary cultivator, lift the 3-point hitch
to a level that matches the rotary cultivator height, and then back in the tractor to hook up the rotary
cultivator.
B) The mounting method of PTO shaft is seen in Fig. 2. Mount the PTO shaft assembly to the rotary
cultivator and then to the tractors PTO shaft. Make sure that you depress the locating pin as you slide
on the adjustable fork clamp to the shafts. The locating pin must snap into the grove on both the rotary
cultivator and the tractors PTO shaft.
Note: It is recommended that the PTO shaft assembly be removed from, but stored with, the rotary
cultivator. This will help keep damage from occurring to the shaft assembly.
C) Respectively mount the left and right lower link arms to the cultivators lift pins and insert the
safety pins.
D) Mount the adjustable upper link arm and insert the pin.
E) Raise and lower the cultivator slowly to see if the PTO universal assembly is put into a bind at any
point during this operation.
Note: Operating the rotary cultivator when the universal joints are bound can cause permanent
damage to the PTO shaft, gearbox and possibly to the tractor.
F. Suspension Frame Assembly
The upper frame hole of the suspension is connected with the upper adjustable link arm of the tractor;
the lower suspension is connected with the lower link of the tractor, which will make the cultivator be
a stable 3-point hitch implement.

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G. Power Take-Off (PTO) Shaft Assembly.
1. Different tractors require universal joint shafts of different sizes to ensure when the rotary
cultivator is working or being raised, the shaft and sleeve will not lock up or separate do to improper
length.
2. The two fork openings of the universal joints must be kept in the same plane (Fig. 8); incorrect
assembly will cause noise and vibration, and will add to the damage to the parts of the tractor.

Fig. 8 Correct Mount of PTO Joint Shaft

Correct

Incorrect

4. Adjustments of the Rotary Cultivator

A. Adjustment of the Rotary Cultivator
1.) Adjustment of bearing clearance of 1st shaft.
The normal data of axial mounting clearance of the 1st shaft bearing is 0.002-0.004 in. (0.05-
0.1mm), when the bearing clearance increases and the axial moving clearance is more the 0.011 in.
(0.3mm), then an adjustment should be made. The adjustments are as follows:
A.) Dismantle the bearing cover of the 1st shaft.
B.) Suitably tighten the nut on the 1st shaft.
C.) Note the meshing condition of the bevel gears and then mount the bearing cover.
B. Adjustment of the 2nd, Spline and Blade Shaft Bearing Clearance.
The normal data of the axial moving clearance is 0.002-0.004 in. (0.05-0.10mm), when the
clearance is more than 0.011 in. (0.3mm), then thorough adjustment should be made.
The adjustment proceedings are as follows:
1.) Dismantle bearing covers of the 2nd and spline shafts.
2.) Suitably reduce the number of adjusting shims between the gearbox and cover.
3.) Notice the meshing condition of the gears, if correct then mount the bearing covers.

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C. Bevel Gear Meshing Adjustment Procedures:
The normal axial displacement is 0.004-0.008 in. (0.1-0.2mm), it must be adjusted if axial
displacement exceeds 0.020 in. (0.5mm), and the adjustment steps are as follows:
Diagram 2

The normal length of the imprint is not less than 40% of tooth width, its height is not less than
40% of the tooth height

Decrease the adjusting shims between the 1st shaft

bearing seat and the intermediate box. Move the
Adjust the small bevel gear to the arrowed direction.
imprint along
the tooth
width
direction. Increase the adjusting shims between the 1st shaft
bearing seat and the intermediate box and move the
small bevel gear backward.

Decrease the adjusting shims at the side of the 2nd

shaft big bevel gear and increase the adjusting shims
Adjust the at the other side, move the big bevel gear left.
imprint along
the tooth
height
direction. Increase the adjusting shims at the side of the 2nd
shaft big bevel gear and decrease the adjusting
shims at the other side. Move the big bevel gear to
the right.

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D. Rotary Cultivator Operation Procedures.
1.) Adjustment of Horizontal Level.
Put the speed selection handle of the PTO in the “neutral” position or cut off the power to the PTO
shaft, raise the rotary cultivator, then lower it down gradually to make the blade tips just touch the
ground, observe the height of the cultivator shaft assembly to the ground, this should be even from
side to side. If not, it is necessary that the left or right linkage arm, of the 3-point hitch on the
tractor, be adjusted to level off the cultivator shaft. At the same time, fix the chain link arms to
prevent parts from injury caused by the rocking of the rotary cultivator from side to side.
2.) Adjustment of Longitudinal Level.
Lower the rotary cultivator to desired plowing depth, observe the universal joint and the PTO shaft
to see if they are level, if the angle of the universal joint is too large, adjust the control link to make
it as close to level as possible, this will maintain the transmission efficiency of the universal joint
and prolong its working life.
3.) Adjustment of Raising Height.
When the tractor turns in the field, the rotary cultivator should be raised so that the blade tips are at
least 6.0 in. (15cm) off of the surface of the field. If crossing a trench, ridge or driving on a road, the
rotary cultivator should be disengaged and lifted to the highest possible point. The highest lifting
position should be set so that the PTO shaft will not separate when raised, i.e. the stop block on the
lifting rod must be locked in, short of this point.
4.) Selection of the Driving Speed.
The speed of the tractor should be set so that the tractor can not be overloaded during cultivating;
tilling of the earth should be done in conformity with the agricultural requirements; the surface
should be level. When the tilling quality is ensured, the rated power of the tractor can be fully used;
thus the working efficiency is raised.
5.) Starting the Rotary Cultivator.
Drive the tractor to the field in need of plowing, decrease the throttle speed to a low idle speed,
lower the rotary cultivator to where the blade tips are within 4.0 in. (10cm) of the ground surface,
engage the PTO and working gear, increase the throttle until it reaches the proper operating speed
(540 PTO rpm); at the same time operate the elevating handle to make the rotary cultivator gradually
enter the earth until it reaches maximum depth. Then begin working the desired area.

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6.). Turning or Putting the Tractor in Reverse.
During turning, with the cultivator blades still turning, the rotary cultivator must be raised from the
ground slightly so as to not place the PTO shaft and universal joints in a bind. This could place the
working items in danger of permanent damage. Turning while cultivating is forbidden; otherwise
the blades could either deform, break and/or the universal joint can be damaged.
When backing the tractor up, the cultivating should be raised to a safe distance off of the ground.
Failure to do so will force the traction plate into the earth causing it to come in contact with the tiller
blades. This will cause damage to the blades and traction plate.
7.) Field Operation Route.

Out

In

In Out

Figure 9 Field Operation Route

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5. Operating Safety Instructions.
A. The operators should carefully read this manual so as to know the operating features and safety
matters that require attention.
B. Check the rotary cultivator completely; it should not be used until it is in good technical condition.
C. It is forbidden to engage the rotary cultivator after the blades have been place in the earth or to
suddenly lower the rotary cultivator. Doing so can cause permanent damage to the transmission
and/or tractor.
D. Tilling is forbidden during turns or when in reverse.
E. While the rotary cultivator is working, no one is allowed to sit or stand on the mud shield or near by,
failure to do so can cause serious injury or even death.
F. When the implement is running, no one is allowed to approach any revolving part.
G. During operation if abnormal noise occurs. Stop the tractor immediately and determine if the
implement has hit an obstruction or the mechanical equipment is in need of repair. If the rotary
cultivator is in need of repair, stop the cultivator immediately and service before putting it back into
operation.
H. Before checking the transmission parts, blades or gears, turn off power to the rotary cultivator and
shut down the tractor. It is strictly forbidden to do any maintenance while the engine is running.
I. As the rotary cultivator is an implement driven by the tractor’s power, the operator should drive with
caution and be ready to cut off the power freely to avoid accidents.

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6. Maintenance and Service.
Correct maintenance and service is an important measurement to ensure the rotary cultivators
performance. The steps are as follows;
A. Check the split pin to see if there is any loss.
B. Fill the intermediate gearbox with about 70.5 oz. (2kg) 80/90 oil.
1. Shift maintenance (after every 10 hours of operation).
A. Check the connecting nuts, bolts and oil drain plug for tightness.
B. Check to see weather the increasing or cotter pins are loose, if necessary replace. Damaged or
worn cotter pins must be replaced with new ones, using other objects in their place is strictly
forbidden.
C. Check the oil level of the gear box; if low fill to the required level.
D. Check for missing or damaged tilling blades and mounting bolts. Do not tighten damaged or worn
mounting bolts.
E. Grease universal joint cross pin and blade shaft bearing cover.
F. Check for oil leaks, if necessary, change gaskets or oil seals.
2. Season maintenance.
A. Check the universal joint cross pin. Dismantle and clean, coat with new grease and remount. If
excessively worn, repair and or replace.
B. Check the gearbox oil level, if the quality of the oil is poor then drain and replace.
C. Check the bearings on both sides of the blade shafts. If impurities have entered the oil seals,
dismantle and clean, mount new oil seals and refill with grease.
D. Check for wear or damage to the tiller blades, if necessary replace with new.
3. Yearly maintenance (after one year’s operation).
A. Check the universal joint shaft cross pin, dismantle and check for excessive wear, repair or replace
as needed.
B. Completely clean any dust and oil from the surfaces of the rotary cultivator.
C. Drain and dismantle the intermediate gearbox for inspection. After cleaning all parts reassemble
and fill with oil to proper level.
D. Dismantle the blade shaft bearing seats, clean and change the oil seals, reassemble and fill with
grease.
E. Separate and clean the transmission parts.
F. Remove tiller blades and inspect for any cracks and replace as needed.

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 G. Inspect the blade shaft, blade seats and welding seams for damage and/or cracks, repair or replace
where necessary.
H. Repair any damage to the traction plate cover.
I. If storing for extended periods, place in a safe area with the blade tips of the ground. Coat blades
with antirust oil and repaint any imperfections of the rotary cultivator prior to storage.
J. If storing outside, it should be covered with a weather proof material.
7. Troubleshooting.
Diagram 3 Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
1. Gear or bearing damage
1. Change gear or bearings
2. Blade shaft bent or deformed
2. Rectify or change blade shaft
Blade shaft not rotating 3. Blade shaft is obstructed
3. Remove obstruction
4. Cultivator shaft wrapped with
4. Remove grass and soil
grass and soil
1. Foreign items in gear box
1. Remove foreign items
2. Bearing damaged
Noise in gear box 2. Change bearings
3. Gear tooth damaged or
3. Change gears
broken

1. Left and right side are not in

1. Adjust to a level position
level plane
2. Readjust the length of the
Universal joint shaft is 2. Left and right sway chains
chains
abnormal too tight
3. Remount
3. Mount is reversed
4. Remove blockage
4. Blade shaft is blocked

1. Replace the blades and

1. Damage from hitting stones
Blades bent or remove stones from field
2. Operating the rotary
damaged 2. Operation is forbidden during
cultivator during turning
turning

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8. Parts List

Figure 10 - Gearbox

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 Figure 10 - Gearbox
No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 GB/T812-1988 Nut M30×1.5 1
2 GB/T858-1988 Washer M30 1
3 1G-120.02.105 Gear (4) 1
4 1G-120.01.101 Washer 1
5 GB/T297-1994 Bearing 30209 1
6 GB/T13871-1992 Oil Seal FB45×65×12 2
7 1G-120.01.110 Shaft 1
8 GB/T297-1994 Bearing 30211 1
9 1G-120.01.121 Bevel Gear 1
10 GB/T858-1988 Washer 35 1
11 GB/T812-1988 Nut M35×1.5 1
12 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M16×90 1
13 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M16×55 4
14 1G-120.01.117 3-Point Extension Plate 2
15 1G-120.01.118 Lift Pin 2
16 1G-120.01.122 3-Point Upper Link Bracket 2
17 GB/T97.1-1985 Washer M16 8
18 GB/T93-1987 Lock Washer M16 8
19 GB/T6170-1986 Nut M16 8
20 1G-120.01.120 Spacing Sleeve 1
21 1G-120.01.119 3-Point Connecting Support 2
22 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M116×70 1
23 12.37.146 Washer 2
24 GB/T5786-1986 Bolt M16×1.5 ×18 1
25 GB/T297-1994 Bearing 32010 1

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 Figure 10 - Gearbox
No. Part No. Description Qty.
26 GB/T297-1994 Bearing 30307 1
27 GB/T13871-1992 Oil Seal FB35×55×12 1
28 9YK8050.11.105 Adjustment Gasket (II) 2
29 1G-120.01.126 Gearbox Drive Cover 1
30 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M10×35 4
31 GB/T93-1987 Lock Washer M10 8
32 GB/T97.1-1985 Washer M10 8
33 1G-120.01.113 Shaft 1
34 1G-120.01.112 Bevel Gear 1
35 1G-120.01.125 Gasket 1
36 1G-120.01.123 Gearbox Top Cover 1
37 GB/T97.1-1985 Washer M12 28
38 GB/T93-1987 Lock Washer M12 28
39 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M12×20 4
40 W70.40.115 Oil Fill Plug 1
41 GB/T6170-1986 Nut M12 4
42 GB/T5782-1986 Bolt M12×60 4
43 1G-120.01.011 Left Connecting Arm 1
44 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M12×35 12
45 9YK8050.11.104 Adjustment Gasket (I) 2
46 1G-120.01.124 Gearbox Housing 1
47 1G-120.01.111 Rear Cover 1
48 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M12×20 4
49 1G-120.01.010 Right Connecting Arm 1
50 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M12×30 6

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Figure 11 - Drive Mechanism

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 Figure 11 - Drive Mechanism
No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 1G-120.04.012 Assembly Bracket 2
2 1G-120.04.011 Tiller Frame 1
3 1G-120.04.010 Tiller Cover 1
4 GB/T6170-1986 Nut M10 32
5 GB/T93-1987 Lock Washer M10 32
6 1G-120.04.101 Adjusting Rod 2
7 GB/T5780-1986 Bolt M12×40 2
8 GB/T95-1985 Washer M20 4
9 1G-120.04.112 Adjusting Spring (II) 2
10 1G-120.04.112 Adjusting Spring (I) 2
11 GB/T91-1986 Pin 4×30 4
12 1G-120.03.107 Spacing Sleeve 2
13 1G-120.03.102 Bearing Seat 1
14 1G-120.00.101 Gasket 2
15 GB/T13871-1992 Oil Seal FB 50×72 ×5 2
16 GB/T13871-1992 Oil Seal FB 50×72 ×12 2
17 GB/T276-1994 Bearing 6308 1
18 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M12×30 10
19 GB/T893.1-1986 Circlip 1
20 GB/T93-1987 Lock Washer M12 14
21 GB/T96-1985 Washer M12 14
22 1G-120.02.106 Gearbox 1
23 W70.40.115 Drain Plug 1
24 12.37.146 Washer 2
25 1G-120.02.108 Gasket 2
26 1G-120.02.107 Cover 2

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 Figure 11 - Drive Mechanism
No. Part No. Description Qty.
27 GB/T95-1985 Washer M6 12
28 GB/T93-1987 Lock Washer M6 12
29 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M6×16 12
30 1G-120.02.104 Gear Shaft 2
31 1G-120.02.102 Gear (2) 1
32 1G-120.02.103 Gear (3) 1
33 GB/T812-1988 Nut M30×1.5 1
34 GB/T858-1988 Washer 30 1
35 1G-120.02.101 Gear(1) 1
36 1G-120.03.101 Spacing Sleeve 1
37 GB/T5786-1986 Bolt M16×1.5×25 1
38 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M10×30 30
39 IS-225 Blade(Left & Right) 30
40 GB/T96-1985 Washer M10 30
41 1G-120.03.011 Shaft 1
42 1G-120.03.108 Bearing Seat 1
43 GB/T276-1994 Bearing 6208 1
44 GB/T894.1-1986 Circlip 1
45 1G-120.00.104 Gasket 2
46 1G-120.00.102 Side Cover 1
47 1G-120.03.109 Cover 1
48 GB/T5783-1986 Bolt M12 ×70 4
49 1G-120.00.103 Gasket 1
50 GB/T6170-1986 Nut M12 4
51 GB/T276-1994 Bearing 6206 4
52 GB/T893.1-1986 Circlip 2

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