Translation of original operating instructions Deep Aerator Greens Terra Spike G6/135 and G6/160 434.004 From machine ID no. : Version : January 2010 434 99 09...
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All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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Introduction PLEASE READ THESE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY in order to familiarize yourself the correct method of operation and maintenance and in order to avoid personal injuries or damage to the machine. This manual and safety decals on your machine may also be available in other languages (see your dealer to order).
1.0. Safety Recognize safety information This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be aware of the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. Follow safety instructions Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and warning signs on your machine.
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1.0. Safety Observe road traffic regulations Always observe local road traffic regulations when using public roads. Wear protective clothing Wear close fitting clothing and personal protective equipment appropriate to the job. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.
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1.0. Safety Guard and shields Keep guards and shields in place all the times. Ensure that they are in good condition and installed correctly. Always disengage the drive components, turn off engine and remove key before removing any guards or shields. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts.
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1.0. Safety Use safety lights and devices Avoid collisions with other road users. Slow moving tractors with attachments or towed equipment and self- propelled machines are a particular hazard on public roads. Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, Use hand signals or turn signal lights for safe operation in traffic.
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1.0. Safety Remove paint before welding or heating Welding must be conducted only by persons with appropriate qualifications. Avoid potentially toxic fumes and dust. Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is heated by welding, soldering, or using a torch. Do all work outside or in a well ventilated area.
1.0. Safety 1.1. Safety Decals Pictorial warning signs Warning signs are attached to several important places on this machine to indicate potential danger. The hazard is identified by an exclamation point in a warning triangle. An adjacent symbol shows information on how to avoid personal injury.
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1.0. Safety 1.1. Safety Decals Parking position Before parking fix rear roller with ring pins and secure it. Tools Never touch moving parts of the machine. Wait until they have completely come to a standstill. Tools Cutting of foot. Service Before performing service or repair work, shut off engine and remove key.
1.0. Safety 1.2. Safety Equipment GENERAL SAFETY SIGN REQUIREMENTS A safety sign with the following safety practices or similar set of messages shall be provided on the machine. The label should be visible to an operator’s position, if possible. a) Read the operator’s manual. b) Do not operate the machine without guards, shield, and safety devices in place and working.
2.0. Construction and Method of Operation 2.1. Construction GREENS TERRA SPIKE consists of the following parts: • Welded machine body • Drive • Adjustable tools Three gear speeds can be selected on GREENS TERRA SPIKE. 2.2. Method of Operation GREENS TERRA SPIKE is hauled by the tractor and driven by means of a PTO shaft.
3.0. Transport 3.1. General CAUTION - DANGER ! • GREENS TERRA SPIKE is delivered fastened to a shipment frame. • Only use a forklift with sufficient load-carrying capacity. • Keep well clear of lifted loads. There is danger to your life if the load crashes down.
Note: Immediately inform in writing the transport company and Wiedenmann GmbH or the supplier about shipping damage or missing parts. All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
4.0. Connecting to the Tractor 4.1. General Always pay attention to: • The load of the lower guide rod connector. Connect / disconnect GREENS TERRA SPIKE only with: • The engine turned off • Standing power take-off shaft • With fixed and secured back roller.
4.0. Connecting to the Tractor 4.2. Connecting to the tractor Prerequisite for connecting: • a three-point hitch. NOTE: if possible use the lower location hole for mounting the lower guide rod. This provides the maximum lifting distance. observe the bending angle of the PTO shaft.
4.0. Connecting to the Tractor 4.3. Drive shaft adjustment To adjust the length, hold the halfshafts next to each other in the shortest working position and mark them. Shorten inner and outher gard tubes equally. Shorten inner and outher sliding profiles by the same length as the guard tubes.
5.0. Disconnecting from the Tractor 5.1. General Only rest GREENS TERRA SPIKE: • on a solid and even base, • on fully lowered front and secured back roller. This provides for a safe stand of GREENS TERRA SPIKE. The tines are not damaged. 5.2.
6.0. Before Operation 6.1. General ATTENTION ! It is important to get familiar with all devices and operating elements as well as their action before starting service to make sure that all protective devices have been properly mounted. It will be too late for this during operation! Ensure that noone is in the immediate area of...
6.0. Before Operation 6.2. Indicating and adjustment elements Shift lever(A) for the 3 gear speeds of the machine (speed 3 is seen on the photo 434.12). NOTE: The shift lever (A) must snap into place with an audible sound. If necessary move the gear by applying pressure to a tine holder while standing up Crank (B) for adjusting the...
6.0. Before Operation 6.3. Mounting the Tools NOTE When mounting the tines: 1. Lift up GREENS TERRA SPIKE with tractor hydraulic. 2. Adjust front roller to lowest position. 3. Put down GREENS TERRA Fahrtrichtung SPIKE on front roller. Direction of motion 4.
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6.0. Before Operation 6.3.1. Mounting the tines into the receiver: 1. Shift up the tine holder(A). 2. Screw (D) and washer (E) remove. 3. Adjust nut (B) with delivered wrench so that you can see one thread (C) of the tine. 4.
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6.0. Before Operation 6.3.2. Mounting tines into the cylindrical receiver: 1. Remove plastic cap (D) at tine holder (A). 2. Loosen nut (C). 3. Place 12 mm[1/2“] tine (E) or 8 mm [5/16“] tine (F) with bush (G) as shown in illustration.
6.0. Before Operation 6.4. Adusting the GREENS TERRA SPIKE NOTE Always make adjustments when the device has been attached and raised. On delivery of the GREENS TERRA SPIKE the rake angle is set to zero position. Each time before the device is adjusted, the tool length “A“...
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6.0. Before Operation 6.4. Adjusting the GREENS TERRA SPIKE 2)Release the stop-motion device of the trailing cylinder, for this end plug the pin (A) into the hole(C). 3)Lower the GREENS TERRA SPIKE onto a cylinder feeler. 4)Put the GREENS TERRA SPIKE into a vertical position, for this end: •...
6.0. Before Operation 6.5. Setting the number of holes NOTE The number of holes (per tine and minute) depends on: • The speed of the tractor‘s power take-off shaft, • The chosen gear speed, (lever (A) in gear speed III in photo). For 20mm (3/4“9 or 25 mm (1“) tines use gear I and II only! If the hole distance is...
6.0. Before Operation (Standard Values, in mm) 6.5.1. Setting the hole distance The hole distances depend on: • the speed of the power take-off shaft and, • the driving speed. Driving speed schwindigkeit mile/hour Speed of Gear Speed Gear Speed Gear Seed Gear Speed Gear Speed...
7.0. Operation 7.1. General ATTENTION ! The user of GREENS TERRA SPIKE is responsible for persons inside the working area. Never operate the GREENS TERRA SPIKE without its safety devices. If you operate the GREENS TERRA SPIKE without safety devices, you expose yourself and others to extreme danger.
7.0. Operation 7.2. Correct sequence for engaging NOTE: Only lower the lifted GREENS TERRA SPIKE: • on the area you want to work and • only switch on the drive of the power take-off shaft just before touching the ground. Sequence: 1.
8.0 Maintenance 8.1. General ATTENTION Only perform maintenance work malfunctions, heavy wear, when the GREENS TERRA SPIKE unusual noises or danger. is mounted. Switch off After the maintenance, remove the tractor and secure it all parts not belonging to against unintentional the GREENS TERRA SPIKE.
8.0 Maintenance 8.3. Lubrication • Switch off the machine for all lubrication work. • Lubricate more often, if required, (Until all lubrication points are supplied with lubricated). • If you refill oil, always use the same type of oil. • Keep all exposed machine parts, threaded spindles and guides slightly lubricated.
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8.0 Maintenance 8.3. Lubrication Points for manual lubrication See figures. The figures only show one of several corresponding assembly groups with lubrication points. NOTE: We recommend the usage of a high performance grease, grade: Timken OK Load Rating (Astm-D 2509) = min 60-100 pounds All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication.
8.0 Maintenance 8.4. Cleaning GREENS TERRA SPIKE Clean the GREENS TERRA SPIKE regularly. You then prolong the service life of expensive components and simultaneously detect: • Loose components • Damaged cables or lines • Wear and unintended collision points. NOTE: Do not bring plastic and sealing elements in contact with aggressive liquids...
8.0 Maintenance 8.5. Changing the oil of the gear unit • Place the collecting trough beneath drain screw (A). • Remove the drainscrew (A) • When the gear unit is empty, insert the drain screw and tighten it. • Remove the exhaust filter and the fuel level plunger(E}.
8.0 Maintenance 8.7. Setting cleaner Adjust cleaner at front and rear roller. Cleaner should be set with a clearance of 1 mm to the roller. 8.8. Care and maintenance of the hydraulic system - High-pressure fluids, - The hydraulic system is (fuel, hydraulic oil) under high pressure! emerging under high...
8.0 Maintenance 8.9. Crankshaft adjustment Exact mounting position for crankshaft. Position "X" Position "Z" 434.76 All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
8.0 Maintenance 8.10. Dismounting / Disposal ATTENTION ! Take care when you dismount the GREENS TERRA SPIKE. Read the chapter "Safety and Precautions" and observe local safety regulations. The following dangers exist: • Residual pressure in lines and adjusting elements, •...
8.0 Maintenance 8.11. Unauthorized modification and spare part manufacturing • Modification of the GREENS TERRA SPIKE is only allowed with the permission of the manufacturer! • Original spare parts and accessories authorized by the manufacturer guarantee your safety. The use of other parts might change the characteristics of the GREENS TERRA SPIKE.
9.0. Additional Equipment 9.1. Set of tines G6/135 G6/160 * Set of tines 5/16“ x 6.3“ (8x160) 24 pcs 24 pcs * Set of tines 1/2“ x 8“ (8x200) 24 pcs 24 pcs * Set of tines 1/2“ x 10.2“ (8x260) 24 pcs 24 pcs...
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10.0. Specifications 10.1. Technical details G6 / 135 G6 /160 Height up to connection of lower guide rod in. (mm) 18 (450) 18 (450) (standard version) Height up to connection of lower guide rod in. (mm) 19 (475) 19 (475) (long version) Height up to middle of connection of in.
10.0. Specifications 10.1. Technical details 434.47 All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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10.0. Specifications 10.2. Speed of the Power Take-off Shaft Speed of power take-off = number of holes per tine: Speed of Power Take-off Shaft (rpm) Gear Speed 10.3. The hole Distances (Standard Values, in mm) The hole distances depend on : - The speed of the power take-off shaft and, - the driving speed.
10.0. Specification 10.4. Metric bolt and cap screw torque values Property Class and Head Markings Property Class and Markings class 4.8 class 8.8 or 9.8 class 10.9 class 12.9 Dry ** Lubricated * Dry ** Lubricated * Dry ** Lubricated * Dry ** Lubricated * Size...
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10.0. Specifications 10.5. Serial number Record product identification number (serial no.) in the space provided below. Always quote this number when ordering spare parts or making warranty claims. Product Identification Number:....All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication.
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