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User Manual and Parts book Translation of the original User Manual VERTI-CUT 1600-2000 2042 English 944.120.000 REDEXIM Kwekerijweg 8 3709JA – Zeist – The Netherlands Tel.: +31 (0)306 933 227 E-mail: redexim@redexim.com Internet: www.redexim.com...
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Redexim EC-DECLARATION Redexim BV Utrechtseweg 127 3702 AC Zeist, Holland, declare entirely under our own responsibility that the product: VERTI-CUT WITH MACHINE NUMBER AS INDICATED ON THE MACHINE AND IN THIS MANUAL, to which this declaration refers, complies with stipulation of the 2006/42/EC machine directive and with the norms NEN-EN-ISO 12100:2010, NEN-EN-ISO 13857:2008, ISO 4254-1:2013, ISO 4254-9:2018.
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THIS WARRANTY IS VALID FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS FROM THE PURCHASE DATE. REDEXIM WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO THE ‘GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR SUPPLY OF PLANT AND MACHINERY FOR EXPORT, NUMBER 188’ THAT ARE PUBLISHED UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE UNITED NATIONS ECONOMIC COMMISSION FOR EUROPE.
Redexim TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................5 Obligations of the user ..................5 Maintenance, repairs and adjustments ............6 Using the machine ..................6 TECHNICAL DATA ..................7 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................7 SAFETY STICKERS ..................8 FIRST INSTALLATION ................... 9 THE PTO AXLE ....................10...
Redexim 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This machine is designed for safe use. This can only be achieved if you completely follow the safety instructions described in this manual. Read and understand the manual before you start using this machine. If the machine is not used as described in this manual, this can result in injuries and/or damage to the machine.
When unskilled people use, maintain or repair the machine, this could result in injuries to the user and to third parties. This should be avoided! Use only original Redexim parts for maintenance or repairs because of the safety of the machine and of the user.
Redexim 2. TECHNICAL DATA Type Verti-Cut 1600 Verti-Cut 2000 Recommended vehicle Vehicle with a 43 hp engine and Vehicle with a 52 hp engine and minimum 592 kg (1305 lbs) minimum 640 kg (1410 lbs) lifting capacity at 610mm (24”) lifting capacity at 610mm (24”)
Redexim 4. SAFETY STICKERS Safety stickers are located on both sides of the machine. These safety stickers must always be clearly visible and legible and must be replaced if they have become damaged. ALWAYS switch off the engine of the towing vehicle when carrying out maintenance, adjustments and repairs.
The machine should be prepared for use as follows (see Figure 1): 1. Attach cables to the hoisting points (1). Make sure that the crane and hoisting cable can handle at least the following weights: Verti-Cut 1600 650 kg (1430 lbs) Verti-Cut 2000 700 kg (1540 lbs) 2.
Redexim 6. The PTO Axle The PTO axle, or power take-off axle, is a very important component, which takes care of the drive from the tractor to the machine. The PTO axle ensures safe use of the machine on condition that it is properly installed and maintained.
Redexim Measure the distance ‘B’ of the PTO axle in its shortest position from the locking pin to the locking bolt. Divide the PTO axle in two parts and remove the protection cap at both ends. The ends of the cylinders and the protection caps should be shortened: (B-A) + 75 mm (3”).
Redexim 7. ATTACHING AND DETACHING THE MACHINE Attaching and detaching the machine has to be done carefully. Follow the instructions below: Figure 3 7.1. Attaching the machine Prior to attaching the machine, check the following points: Check whether the machine is undamaged and whether it is safe to attach and use the machine.
Redexim 3. Attach the lifting arms (2) to the machine using the 3-point pins (3). Lock the pins using the R- clips. 4. Set the stabilizer to a sideways stroke of 100mm. 5. Mount the top rod (4) onto the tractor and attach it to the machine.
Redexim START/STOP PROCEDURE 11.1. Safety Before using the Verti-Cut, you should check the following: 1. Are there loose objects in the field? First remove these objects. 2. Are there slopes? The maximum slope is 20 degrees for this machine. Always go from top to bottom.
Redexim 11.3. Stopping to dethatch Stopping occurs as follows: 1. Decrease the engine revs to approx. 1200 rpm. 2. Lift the machine off the ground. 3. Switch the PTO off as soon as the knives no longer touch the subsoil.
Redexim MAINTENANCE Time schedule Check/Grease point Method Before every use Check for loose bolts / nuts. Tighten loose bolts / nuts with the correct tightening moment. Presence and readability of the Replace these if not present or safety stickers damaged.
Redexim 12.1. Lubrication points To guarantee the proper functioning of the Verti-Cut, the lubrication points at both sides of the machine (see Figure 6) must be greased periodically. Grease these points according to Table 7. Figure 4...
Redexim 12.2. Tensioning the chain Figure 5 The Verti-Cut is standard equipped with a tensioning wheel that keeps the chain taut. Depending on the intensity of using the machine, the driveline could be affected by wear and tear. This can result in slacking of the chain and undesired noise.
13. Reconstruct the rotor axle by sliding the knives in a spiral and stepped way onto the axle. Take into account that the centre bearing (6) of the Verti-Cut 1600 should be mounted on the flange at a distance A = 837mm (32.95”) and that the centre bearing (6) of the Verti-Cut 2000 should be mounted on the flange at a distance A= 1016mm (40”).
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Redexim 10 9 15 14 13 Welded side centre bearing facing nuts 13! Figure 6...
Redexim TROUBLE SHOOTING (PROBLEM ANALYSIS) Problem Possible cause Solution Knife rotor does not Machine is adjusted too deep. Set the machine less deep. rotate. Chain breakage Remove the sight plate and replace the chain, if a chain breakage is observed.
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