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Rotomec Green-Rite Operator's Manual

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ROTOMEC
Operator's Manual
GREEN-RITE
One Pass Overseeder-Aerator and/or
Seeder-Cultivator with Corrugated Roller for
Lawn and Turf Operations
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The operator's manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany the machine
MEGRTEC

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  • Page 1 ROTOMEC Operator’s Manual GREEN-RITE One Pass Overseeder-Aerator and/or Seeder-Cultivator with Corrugated Roller for Lawn and Turf Operations The operator’s manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany the machine MEGRTEC...

  • Page 2: Signal Words

    SAFETY Take note! This safety alert symbol found throughout this manual is used to call your attention to instructions involving your personal safety and the safety of others. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or death. This symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
  • Page 3 ROTOMEC Operator’s Manual GREEN-RITE One Pass Overseeder-Aerator and/or Seeder-Cultivator with Corrugated Roller for Lawn and Turf Operations The operator’s manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany the machine...
  • Page 4 INDEX 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION 1.01 - General 1.02 - Model and Serial Number ID 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2.01 - Preparation 2.02 - Starting and Stopping 2.03 - Messages and Signs 3 - OPERATION 3.01 - Operational Safety 3.02 - Set-up 3.03 - Rear Tailgate Adjustment 3.04 - Tickler Tine Adjustment 3.05 - Corrugated Roller Adjustment...

  • Page 5: General Information

    The Green-Rite is the ideal machine for sport fields, parks, golf courses, airports, turf farm operations and anywhere the combination of lower labour costs and a professionally finished job is essential.
  • Page 6 ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL described in this manual. Warranty registration is accomplished by the dealer completing and forwarding the Warranty Registration Form to the Company, along with a copy of the dealer’s invoice. It is in your best interest to insure that this has been done.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety is the primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of...

  • Page 8: Starting And Stopping

    ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 2.02 - Starting and Stopping 1. Be sure that no one is near the machine prior to engaging or while the machine is working. 2. Be sure the tractor is in “Neutral” before starting engine. 3. Equipment operating power is supplied from tractor .
  • Page 9 ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL Fig. 2 - Safety decals; replace immediately if damaged. 1. Read this manual carefully. 2. Before maintenance operations, disengage and shut tractor down. 3. 540 rpm only. 4. Keep away from rotating driveline. 5. Keep away, thrown objects. 6.

  • Page 10: Operational Safety

    Depth control wheels with wide garden style tread or a front roller may be quickly mounted to ensure a constant depth over unlevelled terrain. The Green-Rite comes in working widths of 145, 165 and 205 cm. ( 58”, 66” and 82” respectively).
  • Page 11 ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 3. Only use this model implement with 540 rpm tractors with horsepower in the correct power range 4. Keep all helpers and bystanders at least several meters from a rotary cultivator. Only properly trained people should operate this machine. 5.
  • Page 12 Although the machine usually arrives set up, ready to use, it is important to check certain aspects of the machine before using it. Adjustments are normally necessary in order to adapt the Green-Rite to work under a given condition. Check the oil in the gearbox. The proper level should be between full.
  • Page 13 (see fig. 3). 3.04 - Tickler Tine Adjustment The Green-Rite comes with two rows of tickler tines mounted between the roller arms (see fig. 4). These tines work as a rake to help cover grass seed for ideal germination conditions.
  • Page 14 Under most conditions, the working depth for the aerating rotor needs to be only between 2 and 7 cm. ( ” - 1 ½”). The maximum obtainable depth is 18 or 22 cm. (7” - 9”) depending on the Green-Rite model. PERATION OTOMEC...
  • Page 15 2. front roller 3. spikes As an option, the Green-Rite can be supplied with a front roller. This option is very useful when the machine is attached to the tractor three point in the float position. This allows the machine to precisely follow the ground contour (see fig. 6).

  • Page 16: Hopper Adjustment

    The depth is controlled by raising or lowering the wheels in the wheel supports attached to the side of the Green-Rite. When using, be sure both wheels are in the same position.
  • Page 17 (8, 9 or 11 depending on the width of the Green-Rite) to allow material passage. The seed cups mounted under the hopper, which are made entirely of non-corrosive material (nylon and fibreglass), contain an internal gear that rotates inside a housing.
  • Page 18 ANUAL 3.09 - Seed (or Fertiliser) Hopper Calibration There are two adjustments to be made to calibrate the Green-Rite hoppers: 1. the amount of gear inside the seed cup housing. 2. The position of the cleanout gate of each individual seed cup.
  • Page 19 64 revolutions = 1000 sq.ft. 51 revolutions = 1000 sq.ft. To calibrate the Green-Rite while it is working, do the following: 1. measure out a predetermined distance on the ground (for example 50 linear meters), keeping in mind that the further the distance, the more precise the measurement.
  • Page 20 ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 8. Using table 3 determine the amount of material distributed. Example: if the distance travelled is 50 meters and ½ kg. of material is collected, then 69 kg. per hectare of material is being distributed. 9. If the results do not correspond to the desired amount which needs to be distributed, adjust the calibration handle accordingly.
  • Page 21 15 cm. (6”) in the longest position. 3.11 - Safety Slip Clutch Your Green-Rite is supplied with a safety slip clutch, it is important to ensure that it is working properly. The slip clutch delivered with your machine is set at a specific torque for normal working conditions (see fig.

  • Page 22: Pre-Operational Check

    9. No people or animals are in the work area. 10. When working, make sure the Green-Rite has its full weight riding on the roller. The front of the machine should be held upward at a slight angle by the tractor arms.
  • Page 23 6. rotor shaft To attach the implement to the tractor do the following: Back the tractor up to the Green-Rite in order to slip the tractor hitch arms over the hitch pins bolted to the frame. Turn off the tractor engine.
  • Page 24 1. support 2. stand 3.14 - Start Up DANGER: never allow anyone around the Green-Rite when it is in operation. Never engage the tractor before the tines are about to touch the ground. DANGER: operate the implement only at the speed and direction of rotation indicated on the machine.
  • Page 25 Green-Rite. 3. Ensuring all maintenance and lubrication has been performed on the Green-Rite. 4. Having read and understood all safety aspects for the green-rite in the operator’s manual. 5. Having read and understood all safety decals on the green-rite.

  • Page 26: Working Depth

    Lower the machine, turn off the tractor engine and remove the key. At this point make sure the Green-Rite is performing correctly. Check for loose bolts or nuts, paying particular attention to the blade bolts.

  • Page 27: Uneven Terrain

    Do not work near the edge of a gully, ditch or stream bank. 3.21 - Transporting CAUTION: All operations of transport are to be done without the Green-Rite working and respecting all local traffic rules and regulations. See paragraph 4.04 - Blade Maintenance.
  • Page 28 ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL During transport or when the machine is lifted from the ground, it is advisable to adjust the tractor lift arms in order to be able to raise the machine 35-40 cm. (14“-16”) from the ground (see fig. 14). Fig.

  • Page 29: Maintenance Safety

    ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 4 - MAINTENANCE DANGER: stop engine, lock parking brake and remove key before performing any service or maintenance. Never rely on the tractor lift system. Install blocks or stands under the machine to prevent it from falling. Always use personal protection devices, such as glasses or gloves when performing maintenance.
  • Page 30 ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 15. Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five bolts unless otherwise specified, i.e. shear bolts 16. When the machine is not hooked to the tractor, the driveline must be supported by the storage hook to the top link. 17.
  • Page 31 ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL Fig. 16 1. chain case grease access plug 2. chain case 3. stand 4. side plate Every 8 hours: 1. grease the rotor support (see fig. 15) and the roller support (see fig. 17), the driveline cross & bearings and telescopic tubes. Apply two or three shots of grease to the driveline cross and bearings and the telescoping shafts.
  • Page 32 (approximately) 1 kg (2.2 lb.). 4.03 - Changing Rotors The Green-Rite can use two different types of blades; a straight aerating blade and a standard tilling blade. Each of the two types requires a different rotor. Fig. 18 1. optional center tilling rotor 2.

  • Page 33: Blade Maintenance

    ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 4.04 - Blade Maintenance WARNING: avoid possible injury. Wear proper eye and hand protection when servicing machine blades. It is important to change blades after they have worn down 2.5 - 3 cm. (1-1¼”) from their original length. When replacing blades, it is best to replace them one at a time to maintain the original scroll pattern.
  • Page 34 M 14 M 16 M 18 M 20 When using locking nuts, increase torque value by 5%. TABLE 5 - GREEN-RITE - TECHNICAL FEATURES Green-Rite for tractors with PTO 540, cat. 1 three point hitch. Model Working Overall Weight Hopper...

  • Page 35: Repair Procedures

    ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 5 - REPAIR PROCEDURES CAUTION: all repair procedures must be done by authorised dealerships. It is not recommended that untrained individuals perform any repair work. The following operations are detailed for qualified personnel only. 5.01 - Gearbox To remove the gearbox from the side shift frame proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 36: Suggested Spare Parts

    (see fig. 13). 7. Hang the tractor end of driveline in the storage hook (see fig. 11). 8. Cover the Green-Rite from the elements in order to have it in perfect condition for the start of the next season.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 6 - TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: be sure tractor engine is off, parking brake is locked, and key is removed before making any adjustments. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Machine makes Loose blade bolts. Tighten blade bolts. Gearbox gears or chain Replace damaged gears or chain.

  • Page 38: Pre-Delivery Checklist

    ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 7 - PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST To the dealer: inspect the machine thoroughly after assembly to assure it is functioning properly before delivering it to the customer. The following checklist is a reminder of points to cover. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory or after proper adjustment is made.

  • Page 39: Warranty

    ’ REEN PERATOR ANUAL 8 - WARRANTY The Company warrants its machine from defects in material and workmanship. The machines are warranted from the invoice date for the following periods. 1. 24 months for private use. 2. 12 months for commercial, contractual and public use. 3.

  • Page 40: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Via Molino di Sopra, 56 37054 NOGARA (Verona) Italy declare under our sole responsibility, that the product: Green-Rite GR-145, GR-165 e GR-205 One Pass Overseeder Aerator and/or Seeder Cultivator with Corrugated Roller for Lawns and Turf Operation to which this declaration relates corresponds to the relevant basic safety and health requirements of the Directive 2006/42/EC.

  • Page 41: Warranty Registration

    Rotomec. Inspected by: Date: Date: Dealer’s Signature: Customer’s Signature: This registration along with a copy of the invoice must be send to Rotomec spa within 14 days of date of purchase.
  • Page 42 Place stamp here ROTOMEC spa Via Molino di Sopra, 56 37054 Nogara (VR) ITALY...
  • Page 43 All rights reserved. It is unlawful to copy, reprint or use any of the information or details in this manual without the expressed written permission of ROTOMEC spa, Nogara, (Verona) Italy. Technical information provided in this manual is approximate, the Company reserves the right to modify or improve the models shown for technical or commercial purposes.

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