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- Page 1 8325 OPERATOR’S MANUAL ROWCROP CUL TIV A TOR ORTHMAN MANUFACTURING INCORPORATED STILL THE STRONGEST ORTHMAN MFG. INC. 75765 RD. 435 LEXINGTON, NE 68850 OM05-01-01...
- Page 2 These features equate to the benefit of less time adjusting the implement and more time cultivating. The 8325 provides a vast number of options in order to maximize each field pass. Three sweep and ridging wing options provide precise control of bed size and shape in conjunction with the cultivation.
- Page 3 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator 8325 ROWCROP CULTIVATOR The 8325 cultivator is available in configurations ranging from 4 to 24 row, accommodating row spacings of 30 inches and wider. A wraparound mount and parallel linkage provides a long lasting row unit foundation.
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Page 4: Warranty
Orthman product serial number and model number. Claims for warranty of parts will not require a product serial number or model number, but must be identified by an Orthman part number. Claims for warranty of whole goods or parts must also include proof of date of sale of the product to the original customer by an Orthman dealer. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Introduction 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction General Information - 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator...........1 - 1 Warranty.......................1 - 3 Table of Contents....................1 - 4 Important Safety Information Alert Symbol - Signal Words - Shutdown............2 - 1 Protection - Safety Guidelines................2 - 2 Transport - Safety Lights..................2 - 3... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Implement does not Trail Straight..............6 - 4 Maintenance Practice Safe Maintenance................7 - 1 Lubrication......................7 - 2 Implement Inspection..................7 - 4 Torque Specifications..................7 - 5 Storage Implement Storage....................8 - 1 Notes........................8 - 2 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 1 - 5... - Page 7 USE BAR STANDS TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENT. Securely support all implement components that must be raised. Store implement away from human activity. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 2 - 1...
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Page 8: Important Safety Information
Orthman dealer. Orthman Mfg., Inc. - 75765 Rd. 435 - Lexington, NE 68850 - (308) 324-4654) EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES Safety is of primary concern when designing an Orthman implement. - Page 9 A safety lighting package, conforming to lighting standard ANSI/ASAE S279.12, is available for addition to all 8325 cultivators. Contact your Orthman dealer for safety lighting package information. Refer to toolbar operator’s manual for safety lighting package instruction.
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Page 10: Safe Operation
Important Safety Information SAFE OPERATION W A R N I N G 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325... -
Page 11: Practice Safe Maintenance
Use cardboard or wood, NOT BODY PARTS , to check for suspected hydraulic leaks. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately for proper treatment. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 2 - 5... -
Page 12: Prepare For Emergencies
•Never stand between tractor and implement when connecting or disconnecting implement. •Keep away from power driven parts. •Make sure ground is clear before lowering implement to the ground. •Be aware of all surroundings before moving implement. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 2 - 6... -
Page 13: Anhydrous Ammonia
Important Safety Information 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator ANHYDROUS AMMONIA - NH The 8325 row unit can be accessorized to provide the producer with the option of anhydrous ammonia or liquid fertilizer application. • ANHYDROUS AMMONIA (NH ) APPEARS HARMLESS. DIRECT EXPOSURE... -
Page 14: Safety Decals
I M PO R TA N T Equipment operators should understand the enclosed manual before operating this equipment. Replacement manual, call 308-324-4654 Orthman Mfg., Inc. - 75765 Rd. 435 - Lexington, NE 68850 153-101 153-141 (found on toolbar) -
Page 15: Preparation And Setup
All tooling field adjustments are illustrated and explained in the field settings section of this manual. •If an Orthman toolbar is used in conjunction with 8325 row units, be sure to consult the toolbar operator’s manual before attempting to operate the implement. -
Page 16: Standard Row Unit Component Identification
7. Row Unit Mainframe 8. A-frame Tail 9. Shank NOTE: Right and left as referenced from this point on, is determined by facing the same direction the implement will travel while in use. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 3 - 2... -
Page 17: Tooling Options And Installation
Center coulter depth adjustments are made by attaching and Injury may result from contact rotating the hand crank on the adjusting screw assembly. with sharp edges. 153 - 045 Adjusting Screw Assembly Center Coulter Hand Crank (storage position) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 1... - Page 18 Secure clevis pin with flat washer and cotter pin. Spread cotter pin. 6. Tighten all hardware to proper torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) 7. Adjust center coulter depth with hand crank to assure assembly is in working order. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 2...
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Page 19: Barring Off Discs
153 - 045 conveniently stored on the row unit mainframe. Right Hand Barring Off Disc Assembly Left Hand Barring Off Disc Assembly Installed Barring Off Discs Stored Barring Off Discs 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 3... - Page 20 2. Rotate barring off disc assembly and cross tube 180°. 3. Insert lateral adjustment pin in previous location to secure barring off disc assembly. Insert hairpin through lateral adjustment pin. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 4...
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Page 21: Three Piece Western Sweep
153 - 045 •Adjustable ridging wings can produce a precisely sized and shaped crop bed. •Fertilizer tubes or a fertilizer knife allow for fertilizer application at various locations. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 5... - Page 22 NOTE: Sweep blade packages with blades 22” long and longer include four plow bolts and bolt 153 - 045 holes per blade. The fourth bolt and bolt hole are designated for fertilization purposes only. (pg. 4 - 11 and 4 - 13) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 6...
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Page 23: Adjustable Ridging Wing
3. Install mounting carriage bolt and smooth flange nut. with sharp edges. 153 - 045 4. Tighten hardware to proper torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) NOTE: Remove adjustable ridging wing when not in use. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 7... -
Page 24: Fertilizer Tubes
NOTE: It is not recommended to mount fertilizer tubes and adjustable ridging wing simultaneously. The illustrations above are intended to provide instruction on mounting fertilizer tubes. Contact your Orthman dealer for detailed information on fertilizer tubes offered to match exact row configurations. -
Page 25: Fertilizer Knife
3. Tighten all hardware to proper torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) Injury may result from contact with sharp edges. NOTE: Fertilizer knife and adjustable ridging wing cannot be mounted simultaneously. 153 - 045 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 9... -
Page 26: Super Sweep
153 - 045 •Adjustable ridging wings can produce a precisely sized and shaped crop bed. •Fertilizer tubes or a fertilizer knife allow for fertilizer application at various locations. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 10... - Page 27 153 - 045 NOTE: Sweep blade packages with blades 22” long and longer include four plow bolts and bolt holes per blade. The fourth bolt and bolt hole are designated for fertilization purposes only. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325...
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Page 28: Adjustable Ridging Wing
3. Align storage bolt holes. 4. Install field position bolt in storage bolt holes with flat washers, lock washer, and nut. 5. Tighten all hardware to proper torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 12... -
Page 29: Fertilizer Tubes
NOTE: It is not recommended to mount fertilizer tubes and adjustable ridging wing simultaneously. The illustrations above are intended to provide instruction on mounting fertilizer tubes. Contact your Orthman dealer for detailed information on fertilizer tubes offered to match exact row configurations. -
Page 30: Fertilizer Knife
3. Tighten all hardware to proper torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) Injury may result from contact with sharp edges. NOTE: Fertilizer knife and adjustable ridging wing cannot be mounted simultaneously. 153 - 045 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 14... -
Page 31: Single Piece Sweep
153 - 045 •Adjustable ridging wings can produce a precisely sized and shaped crop bed. •A fertilizer knife allows for fertilizer application in the center of the furrow. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 15... - Page 32 2. Mount sweep to sweep standard with plow bolts, lock washers, and nuts. around unshielded sharp edges. 3. Tighten all hardware to proper torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) Injury may result from contact with sharp edges. 153 - 045 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 16...
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Page 33: Adjustable Ridging Wing
3. Align storage bolt holes. 4. Install field position bolt in storage bolt holes with flat washers, lock washer, and nut. 5. Tighten all hardware to proper torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 17... -
Page 34: Fertilizer Knife
3. Tighten all hardware to proper torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) Injury may result from contact with sharp edges. 153 - 045 NOTE: Fertilizer knife and adjustable ridging wing cannot be mounted simultaneously. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 18... -
Page 35: Closed Top Fenders
Injury may result from contact spacing. with sharp edges. 153 - 045 4. Tighten V-bolt nuts to secure fender to fender mount. 5. Tighten all hardware according to torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 4 - 19... -
Page 36: Field Settings
Observe angle and height of the toolbar while in motion. Make adjustments until toolbar travels parallel to the ground at a height between 30 and 32 inches. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325... -
Page 37: Row Unit Depth
It is important to set each gauge wheel to the same depth so further rearward tooling adjustments will be uniform. After adjustments are complete, return hand crank to storage position. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 5 - 2... -
Page 38: Row Unit Down Pressure
(counterclockwise - decrease pressure) 3. Tighten jam nut against spring plug. Typically, if a rigid toolbar is used with the 8325 row units, down pressure adjustment from row unit to row unit will vary slightly. Compacted soil will usually require an increased amount of down pressure. -
Page 39: Center Coulter Depth
NOTE: It is possible for the center coulters to effectively hold row units out of the ground if center coulters are set too deep. Compacted field conditions and inappropriate center coulter depth may cause adverse cultivator operation. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325... -
Page 40: Barring Off Discs
3. Insert lateral adjustment pin in previous location. Replace hairpin to secure barring off disc assembly. NOTE: Contact your Orthman dealer for detailed information on cross tube lengths and shank styles offered to exact row configurations. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual... -
Page 41: Sweep Standard Depth
3. Replace bolts and flange nuts. around unshielded sharp edges. 4. Tighten hardware to proper torque specification. (pg. 7 - 5) Injury may result from contact with sharp edges. 153 - 045 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 5 - 6... -
Page 42: Sweep Standard Pitch
, sweep standard pitch angle generally needs to be adjusted so 153 - 045 each sweep blade or sweep is near parallel with ground level to aid in NH sealing. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 5 - 7... -
Page 43: Ridging Wing Width
3. Tighten flange nuts on width adjustment bolts to torque specification. around unshielded sharp edges. (pg. 7 - 5) Injury may result from contact with sharp edges. 153 - 045 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 5 - 8... -
Page 44: Fertilization Applications
Fertilizer Knife SINGLE PIECE SWEEP Fertilizer Knife Contact your Orthman dealer for detailed information on fertilizer tubes offered to match exact row configurations. Fertilizer knife depth adjustments are accomplished by adjusting the height of the knife relative to the knife adapter or adjusting the height of the knife adapter relative to the shank. -
Page 45: Closed Top Fenders
NOTE: Both arm mounts must be adjusted equal distances in the same direction. 3. Tighten both lower arm mount nuts. 4. Tighten all hardware according to torque specifications. (pg. 7 - 5) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 5 - 10... -
Page 46: Troubleshooting
6. Adjust down pressure springs so parallel linkages are parallel with the toolbar. An excessive amount of down pressure can lift the toolbar, preventing an operating height between 30 - 32 inches. (pg. 5 - 3) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 6 - 1... - Page 47 5. Reduce sweep pitch. Adjusting sweep pitch so each sweep blade or sweep is near parallel with ground level should reduce soil action. (pg. 5 - 7) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 6 - 2...
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Page 48: Row Unit Covers Crop
5. Adjust, remove, or store adjustable ridging wings to reduce soil action. Reducing ridging wing width should reduce soil action. (pg. 5 - 8) 6. Reduce sweep cutting width. Smaller blade packages should reduce soil action. (pg. 4 - 5) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 6 - 3... -
Page 49: Implement Does Not Trail Straight
(pg. 5 - 4) 4. Mirrored barring off disc installation on left and right sides of implement may help with implement trailing straight. (pg. 4 - 4) 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 6 - 4... -
Page 50: Maintenance
Use cardboard or wood, NOT BODY PARTS , to check for suspected hydraulic leaks. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately for proper treatment. 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 7 - 1... -
Page 51: Lubrication
• Remove tools and unused parts from implement prior to operation. LUBRICATION •Grease - use high quality multi-purpose grease. Follow recommended 10 hour service interval illustrated below. Front Parallel Linkage Bushings Rear Parallel Linkage Bushings 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 7 - 2... - Page 52 •Grease - use high quality multi-purpose grease. Follow recommended 50 hour service interval illustrated below. Adjustment Screw Assemblies Gauge Wheel and Center Coulter Center Coulter Fork Bushing Gauge Wheel Bushing 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 7 - 3...
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Page 53: Implement Inspection
Replace broken or worn parts immediately. Contact your Orthman dealer for replacement parts. •During break-in (40 hours), check hardware for proper torque every 10 to 20 hours. -
Page 54: Torque Specifications
SAE GRADE 5 Bolt Size ft. - lb. 7/16 9/16 1 1/8 1 1/4 1200 SAE GRADE 8 Bolt Size ft. - lb. 7/16 9/16 1 1/8 1075 1 1/4 1500 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 7 - 5... -
Page 55: Storage
8325 Rowcrop Cultivator IMPLEMENT STORAGE •Clean seasonally to avoid corrosion and rust. Inspect decals and replace if missing or damaged. Contact your Orthman dealer for replacement decals. (pg. 2 - 8) •Grease all zerks regardless of hourly interval prior to storage. -
Page 56: Notes
NOTES 8325 8325 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 8 - 2... - Page 57 NOTES 8325 8325 8325 Rowcrop Cultivator Operator’s Manual Orthman 8325 8 - 3...
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