With proper care and maintenance, your Spiker/Seeder will provide you with years of reliable service. If you have any questions about the GS-48 Spiker/Seeder, or any of our other turf care products, feel free to call us or drop us a line. We would be delighted to serve you in the future.
GS48 =T.I.P. Inc.= Limited Warranty T.I.P. Inc. warrants that the equipment it manufactures will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from delivery date. This warranty is extended to the Original Purchaser only, and is non-transferrable. Should a defect in materials or workmanship be experienced within the warranty period, T.I.P.
GS48 SAFETY GS-48 Greens Spiker/Seeder UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW SAFETY INFORMATION ALL OPERATORS should read and understand all safety information and operating instructions for the Spiker/Seeder, and learn how to use the controls properly. Be aware of safety words such as CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER. These words alert you to important safety information.
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GS48 ELECTRICAL GS-48 models that include a 12 volt hydraulic power unit require an electrical connection to the tow vehicle. Be aware that the hydraulic power unit is a high current draw device. Be sure connections are correct and secure. Contact with exposed electrical wires can result in severe shock and serious injury.
GS-48 Greens Spiker/Seeder ASSEMBLY If your GS-48 Spiker/Seeder came delivered on a pallet, first remove machine and all parts from the pallet. Support the front of the machine and remove the jack from the frame. Align the Draw Bar assembly with the center of the frame and attach with the four U-bolts provided.
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GS48 Unroll the Seeder Box Control Cable and locate the handle on the tow vehicle where it will be accessible to the operator. Clamp or fasten the handle in place. If your Spiker/Seeder has the 12 volt power unit option, locate the remote control pendant within easy access of the operator.
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GS48 1. With gauge set and sufficient material in hopper, raise spike drum completely off of the ground using the transport wheels. 2. Turn the spike drum by hand the proper amount of revolutions to dispense test material. 1000 square feet of spiked area equals 52 ¼ revolutions of the drum. 1/100 of an acre equals 22 ¾...
GS48 OPERATOR'S INSTRUCTIONS GS 48 Spiker/Seeder Review and follow all safety information before operating the GS 48 Spiker/Seeder. Be sure all Set-Up procedures have been completed. OPERATION Verify that electrical or hydraulic connections are made with the tow vehicle and that the hitch pin is secured in place Fill the seeder box with the appropriate material and make sure cover is secure and metering slide is closed.
GS48 MAINTENANCE Grease wheel bearings and bearings on spike drum every 50 hours. Check tires for wear or damage Grease pivot points on lift axle before each use. Sand and other contaminants can cause damage if pivot points are not greased. Wipe off excess. Inspect hydraulic lines every 50 hours for wear or breakage.
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GS48 Figure 2: GS-48 Hydraulic Power Unit Part# Description FADC60/KR14 12V Hydraulic Power Unit/Pump FAKG13 Hydraulic Control Remote w/ Cord FAKR14 Tank for DC 60 12 V Power Unit FAE1-4005-12 Solenoid Assembly FAKDV4 U-Valve FAKMD1 DC Motor 12V FAKS1 Solenoid Starter Assembly 12V...
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GS48 Figure 3: Part# Description GP147391 Jack, 750# Swivel Side Crank TEUDL-111-2-196X Cable, Seeder Box Controller TE175-601-204 Clevis and Pin for Cable TP1001 U-Bolt, 3/8x3x3 GA42-A-TIP Seeder Box Assy. WS-03-05-00 Spike Drum Guard Assy. IBA-4457 Brush, White Drum Cleaning TP100 Plug, Square End Plastic...
GS48 Miscellaneous: Ref# Part# Description QS3245 Decal-Danger, Moving Machinery QS145 Decal-Danger, Without Guards In Place IM449-287 Decal-Do Not Walk Between… IM444-218 Decal-Do Not Stand In Front Of… QS66 Decal-No Riders QS3013 Decal-This Machine Has No Brain IM449-396 Decal-Do Not Place Hands Into Moving… 1 IM452-315 Decal-Read Instruction Manual IM449-307...
GS48 MAIL THIS WARRANTY CARD TODAY IF IT IS NOT REGISTERED IN THE HOME OFFICE OF T.I.P. INC. CUSTER, WI 54423 ANY CLAIM YOU HAVE UNDER THE WARRANTY WILL NOT BE HONORED…. DON’T DELAY PLEASE COMPLETE THE WARRANY REGISTRATION RETURN IMMEDIATELY. CUT HERE T.I.P.
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