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- Page 1 Manual Torsion Flex Soil Conditioner MODEL TF212 TF215 O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L J&M Manufacturing Co, Inc 284 Railroad Street - P.O. Box 547 | Fort Recovery, OH 45846 | Ph: (419) 375-2376 | Fax: (419) 375-2708...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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Page 4: To The Dealer
To The Dealer TO THE DEALER Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists are completed before releasing equipment to the owner. The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration found on the Dealer Portal website located at dealer.jm-inc.com and return it to J&M Mfg. -
Page 5: Serial Number
Serial Number Serial Number Location Serial Number______________________ Model Number_____________________ Standard practice when ordering parts or obtaining information from your dealer requires the serial number and model number. Have numbers available before making contact. General Information TO THE OWNER: The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your soil conditioner in a safe manner. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance and help maintain safe operating conditions. -
Page 6: Safety Rules
Safety Rules ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgment, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. -
Page 7: Bolt Torque Chart
Bolt Torque Chart Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque or tightening procedure is listed for specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly. -
Page 8: Setup Instructions
Each basket frame should have the rolling baskets and torsion flex arm installed. Refer to the Basket Size and Layout, located on the right side of the chart on page 5 of the Operator’s Manual for recommended basket layout. - Page 9 Setup Instructions Wheel Arm Weldment Turnbuckle Attach the wheel are weldment to the main frame. Use a 1-1/4” x 9 “ hex bolt and 1-1/4” hex nut. Tighten hardware. Wheel & Tire Assembly Attach the wheel and tire assembly using (6) 1/2” wheel nuts. Align the wheel and hub and tighten the wheel nuts in a star pattern to 80 ft lbs.
- Page 10 Setup Instructions Base Unit Baskets Torsion Arms Attach the 3’ Heavy Torsion arms to the rolling basket. Secure 3” x 3” Rocker Pad with 1” x 6-1/2” hex bolt and 1” nylon locking hex nut. Fasten hardware once secured. (Rocker Pads may need installed. Use 4-1/8”...
- Page 11 Setup Instructions Torsion Arms Wing Baskets 21/2” x 21/2” Attach the 2’ Light Torsion arms to the rolling basket. Secure with 1” x 6-1/2” hex bolt and 1” nylon locking hex nut. Fasten Rocker Pad hardware once secured. (Rocker Pads may need installed. Use 4-1/8”...
- Page 12 Setup Instructions Coil Tine Spring Assembly 1/2” x 41/8” x 5” U-Bolt For part identification, “Coil Tine Pipe and Round Bar Bracket” on page 29. For layout help see “Coil Tine Pipe Bar and Round Bar Bracket Layout” on page 13. Attach the Coil Tine Spring Assembly to the main frame or wing weldment.
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Page 13: Coil Tine Pipe Bar And Round Bar Bracket Layout
Coil Tine Pipe Bar and Round Bar Bracket Layout Below is a recommended layout of the harrow pipe bar and round bar bracket lengths along the width of the conditioner. Be sure the Harrow is properly and evenly spaced along the Base Unit Main Frame and Wing Frames, making adjustments as necessary. -
Page 14: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Basket Sizes & Layout Working Transport Base Wings Approximate Side Wing Base Unit Side Wing Width Width Width Each Weight 12’ 12’ 12’ 2,195 lbs 6’ 6’ 13’ 13’ 12’ 2,310 lbs 4’ 5’ 4’ 14’ 14’ 14’ 2,425 lbs 5’... -
Page 15: Operations
Operations PREPARING THE TORSION-FLEX SOIL CONDITIONER Before putting the soil conditioner into operation, check the machine for damaged or worn parts and replace as necessary. Hardware Make sure all hardware is properly fastened according to the Bolt Torque chart found in this manual. Recheck all hardware for tightness after the unit has been operated for several hours. -
Page 16: Transporting
Transporting Before the soil conditioner is transported, be sure to secure the Jack Assembly in the transport position located on the top of the Storage Extension Arm. The Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner will increase the overall length of the primary tillage tool. Use extreme caution when turning to avoid obstacles. -
Page 17: Storage
Storage To add longer service and life to your Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner, perform the following before placing the implement in storage: Remove dirt and trash that may cause rusting. Repaint any areas where the paint has been chipped, scratched or worn away. Coat all earth moving surfaces with a suitable rust preventative. -
Page 18: Decals
Orange Reflective Decal 2” x 9” JM0009944 Amber Reflective Decal 2” x 9” JM0009946 10 J&M Oval Decal (Medium) 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” JM0010179 11 Torsion Flex Decal 1-3/4” x 31” JM0010173 12 TF2 Driver SIde Stripe Decal JM0041006 13 TF2 Passenger Side Stripe Decal JM0076185... -
Page 19: Light Harness
Light Harness Description Part No. Main A-Frame Wiring Harness with 7 Prong Connector End (Torsion-Flex) JM0027077 Light Enhancer and Adapter Kit (3 Wires) JM0010566 Light Wiring Harness (Torsion-Flex) JM0027080 Amber Light (Soil Conditioner, NitroGro) JM0009975 Red Light (Soil Conditioner, NitroGro) JM0009976 Wing Prop *Wing Prop only for TF212 &... -
Page 20: A-Frame Assembly
A-Frame Assembly... - Page 21 A-Frame Assembly Description Part No. Inner Tongue Weldment (TF2, TF212, TF215) JM0026437 1” x 8” Tongue Pin and Cotter Pin (18PCP) JM0027117 A-Frame Tongue Weldment (TF212) JM0026439 A-Frame Tongue Weldment (TF215) JM0026444 1-1/4”-7 Gr2 Z Nylon Locking Hex Nut JM0026789 1-1/4”-7 x 6”...
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Page 22: Main Frame Assembly
Main Frame Assembly... - Page 23 Main Frame Assembly Description Part No. Jack Stand Assembly (8,000 lbs.) JM0026798 TF Longer Bolt-On Jack Mount Weldment (13” Baskets) JM0044131 TF212 Base Unit Main Frame (BMF-212) JM0026374 4” x 24” Hydraulic Cylinder (424HC)(TF212) JM0018348 5/32” x 1-1/2” Cotter Pin JM0014348 1”...
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Page 24: Wing Assembly And Connections
Wing Assembly and Connections 15.77” 15.77” 18.81”... - Page 25 Wing Assembly and Connections Description Part No. 4’ Wing Weldment TF212 JM0026536 5’ Wing Weldment TF212 JM0026535 6’ Wing Weldment TF212 JM0026534 7’ Wing Weldment TF212 JM0026533 8’ Wing Weldment TF212 JM0026532 9’ Wing Weldment TF212 JM0026372 10’ Wing Weldment TF212 JM0026539 11’...
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Page 26: Main Wheel And Wing Wheel Assembly
Main Wheel and Wing Wheel Assembly Description Part No. 1”-8 Gr5 Z Nylon Locking Hex Nut JM0002161 1-1/4”-7 Gr2 Z Nylon Locking Hex Nut JM0026789 3/8” x 2-1/2” Wire Lock Pin (38212WLP) JM0014929 5/32” x 1-1/2” Cotter Pin JM0014348 TF212, TF215 Wheel Arm Weldment JM0026696 1”-8 x 5”... -
Page 27: Torsion Arm
Torsion Arm 13” Serrated Baskets x 16” Serrated Baskets 13” Serrated Baskets x 13” Round Bar 13” Serrated Baskets x 13” Serrated Baskets 16” Serrated Baskets x 16” Serrated Baskets Wings only 12’ Base only 15’ Base only Wings only 12’... -
Page 28: Rolling Basket
Rolling Basket 9 10 11 13 14 15 Description Part No. 3-1/2’ Crazy Leg Weldment 40” Wide (2:1 Twist) JM0001766 4’ Crazy Leg Weldment 46” Wide (2:1 Twist) JM0001767 5’ Crazy Leg Weldment 58” Wide (2:1 Twist) JM0001768 5-1/2’ Crazy Leg Weldment 64” Wide (2:1 Twist) JM0001769 6’... -
Page 29: Coil Tine Pipe And Round Bar Bracket
Coil Tine Pipe and Round Bar Bracket 17 18 19 Description Part No. 1/2”-13 x 4-1/8” x 5” Square U-Bolt JM0010001 3/8” x 3” Usable Length Clevis Pin JM0010003 1/2”-13 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0001511 2” x 8-1/4” Chain Plate (2814CP) JM0015254 1/8”... -
Page 30: Tf212, Tf215 (1 Set Of Hoses)
TF212, TF215 (1 Set of Hoses) Fold Cylinders Fold Cylinders Lift Cylinder Lift Cylinder Description Part No. 3/8” x 336” Hydraulic Hose 336inch6M3k-6G-8MP-6G-6MPX JM0076094 TF212 3/8” x 384” Hydraulic Hose 384inch6M3k-6G-8MP-6G-6MPX JM0027139 TF215 3/8” x 66” Hydraulic Hose 66inch6M3k-6G-6MP-6G-6MP JM0027140 TF212 3/8”... -
Page 31: Tf212, Tf215 (2 Sets Of Hoses)
TF212, TF215 (2 Sets of Hoses) Fold Cylinders Fold Cylinders Lift Cylinder Lift Cylinder Description Part No. 3/8” x 336” Hydraulic Hose 336inch6M3k-6G-8MP-6G-6MPX JM0076094 TF212 3/8” x 384” Hydraulic Hose 384inch6M3k-6G-8MP-6G-6MPX JM0027139 TF215 3/8” x 77” Hydraulic Hose 77inch6M3k-6G-6MP-6G-6MP JM0027152 TF212 3/8”... -
Page 32: Tf212, Tf215 With Lift Assist (1 Set Of Hoses)
TF212, TF215 with Lift Assist (1 Set of Hoses) Fold Cylinder Fold Cylinder Lift Cylinders Lift Cylinders Hydraulic Cylinder Seal Kits Seal Kit for 4" x 24" Hydraulic Cylinder (2500PSI) JM0037753 Seal Kit for 4" x 24" Hydraulic Cylinder (3000PSI) JM0037754 Seal Kit for 4"... - Page 33 TF212, TF215 with Lift Assist (1 Set of Hoses) Description Part No. 1/2” x 336” Hydraulic Hose 336inch8M3k-8G-8MP-8G-6MPX JM0027137 TF212 1/2” x 384” Hydraulic Hose 384inch8M3k-8G-8MP-8G-6MPX JM0027263 TF215 3/8” x 200” Hydraulic Hose 200inch6M3k-6G-6MP-6G-6MPX JM0027129 TF212 (32’ , 33’) 3/8” x 219” Hydraulic Hose 219inch6M3k-6G-6MP-6G-6MPX JM0075767 TF212 (34’...
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Page 34: Tf212, Tf215 Equipped With Lift Assist (2 Sets Of Hoses)
TF212, TF215 Equipped with Lift Assist (2 Sets of Hoses) 12 15 Fold Cylinder Fold Cylinder Lift Cylinders Lift Cylinders Hydraulic Cylinder Seal Kits Seal Kit for 4" x 24" Hydraulic Cylinder (2500PSI) JM0037753 Seal Kit for 4" x 24" Hydraulic Cylinder (3000PSI) JM0037754 Seal Kit for 4"... - Page 35 TF212, TF215 Equipped with Lift Assist (2 Sets of Hoses) Description Part No. 1/2” x 336” Hydraulic Hose 336inch8M3k-8G-8MP-8G-6FP JM0027264 TF212 1/2” x 384” Hydraulic Hose 384inch8M3k-8G-8MP-8G-6FP JM0076093 TF215 3/8” x 200” Hydraulic Hose 200inch6M3k-6G-6MP-6G-6MPX JM0027129 TF212 (32’ , 33’) 3/8”...
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Page 36: Tf2 (12' To 18' Working Width)
TF2 (12’ to 18’ Working Width) Lift Cylinders Lift Cylinders Description Part No. 3/8” x 336” Hydraulic Hose 336inch6M3k-6G-8MP-6G-6MPX JM0076094 3/8” x 77” Hydraulic Hose 77inch6M3k-6G-6MP-6G-6MPX JM0076163 3/8” x 44” Hydraulic Hose 44inch6M3k-6G-6MP-6G-6MPX JM0076164 3/8” x 32” Hydraulic Hose 32inch6M3K-6G-6MP-6G-6MPX JM0049170 3/8”...