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68-SERIES
RIGID AND STACK-FOLD TOOL BARS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
THIS MANUAL TO ACCOMPANY MACHINE
PART NO. 68-OM-01
PRINTING DATE: MAY 2016

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  • Page 1 68-SERIES RIGID AND STACK-FOLD TOOL BARS OPERATOR’S MANUAL THIS MANUAL TO ACCOMPANY MACHINE PART NO. 68-OM-01 PRINTING DATE: MAY 2016...
  • Page 2 WARRANTY POLICY KELLEY MANUFACTURING COMPANY (KMC) warrants that all goods sold to the original purchaser of any KMC product shall be free of any defects in material and workmanship if used under normal operating conditions. warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the retail customer and ends twelve (12) months thereafter.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6800 SERIES RIPPER BEDDER OWNERS MANUAL Table of Contents: FORWARD Introduction ······················································································· 3 To the Purchaser ················································································· 3 Models Covered ·················································································· 4-5 Pre-Operational Check List ··································································· 6 SAFETY Symbol Information ············································································· 7 Decals ······························································································· 8 Responsibility under the KMC Warranty ·················································· 9 Safety Procedures ················································································...
  • Page 4 OPERATIONAL SETUP Tractor Preparation Front End Weights ··················································································· 55 Horse Requirements ·················································································· 55 Sway Blocks ···························································································· 55 Wheel Spacing ························································································· 55 Drawbar Position ····················································································· 55 Hitching to the Implement Mast and Hitch Configuration ····································································· 56 Tractor Hook-up ······················································································ 57-61 Leveling Implement Toolbar Leveling Side to Side ·················································································...

  • Page 5: Forward

    FORWARD INTRODUCTION: The 6800 Series Ripper Bedder is a heavy-duty deep tillage tool that is capable of breaking the ground hardpan up to 18 inches deep, while forming and shaping beds above ground in a variety of shapes and sizes. Reset on the Go Shanks for non-stop operation, with the ability to clear obstructions and fully reset back in the ground without ever slowing down and Toggle Trip Shanks offering the same superior load protection, but requiring lifting for full reset.

  • Page 6: Models Covered

    MODELS COVERED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL: Rigid Model Ripper Bedders W/ Reset-On-The-Go Shanks MODEL NUMBERS: 68-04-36-R 68-04-38-R 68-04-40-R 68-04-46-R 68-04-48-R 68-06-30-R 68-06-36-R 68-06-38-R 68-06-40-R 68-08-30-R Rigid Model Ripper Bedders W/ Toggle Trip Shanks MODEL NUMBERS: 68-04-36-T 68-04-38-T 68-04-40-T 68-04-46-T 68-04-46-T 68-06-30-T 68-06-36-T 68-06-38-T...
  • Page 7 Stack-Fold Model Ripper Bedders W/ Reset-On-The-Go Shanks MODEL NUMBERS: 68-08-36-R 68-08-38-R 68-08-40-R 68-08-46-R 68-08-48-R 68-12-30-R 68-12-36-R 68-12-38-R 68-12-40-R 68-16-30-R Stack-Fold Model Ripper Bedders W/ Toggle Trip Shanks MODEL NUMBERS: 68-08-36-T 68-08-38-T 68-08-40-T 68-08-46-T 68-08-48-T 68-12-30-T 68-12-36-T 68-12-38-T 68-12-40-T 68-16-30-T...

  • Page 8: Pre-Operational Check List

    RE-OPERATIONAL CHECKLIST: All safety and operating procedures reviewed All hardware checked for tightness Field adjustment procedures reviewed Lubrication information reviewed Machine fully lubricated Hitch connection to implement information reviewed Warranty information reviewed FINAL ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENTS AND PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST 1. Check to make sure each ripper shank is located on desired row spacing and that all mounting bolts are torqued properly.

  • Page 9: Safety

    SAFETY SYMBOL INFORMATION This safety alert symbol is used throughout this manual to identify safety messages. When you see this symbol, read the message which follows as it will advise you of possible injury. REMEMBER THINK SAFETY! (RED) This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 10: Decals

    SAFETY DECALS The Safety decals that follow are associated with the implement covered in this owner’s manual. They should be reviewed and associated with where they are applicable on the implement being covered.

  • Page 11: Responsibility Under The Kmc Warranty

    RETAIL CUSTOMERS RESPONSIBILITY UNDER THE KMC WARRANTY: The retail customer’s responsibilities are: 1. To read the Operator’s Manual and operate the Ripper Bedder in accordance with the instructions given in this manual. 2. To inspect the Ripper Bedder daily, lubricate as specified and repair or replace parts as needed, especially when continued use would cause damage or exces- sive wear to other parts.
  • Page 12 5. Do not allow children to operate the Ripper Bedder. Only experienced tractor operators should operate the tractor when using the Ripper Bedder. 6. Stay clear of hydraulic lines, as they maybe under extreme pressure or heat. 7. Drive safely during transport; excessive speed while turning or on rough ground could cause damage to the Ripper Bedder and/or cause the tractor to tip over.

  • Page 13: Assembly Setup

    ASSEMBLY SET-UP GENERAL: Most of the general set-up and assembly for your KMC Ripper Bedder has been performed at the fac- tory. Those items not installed at KMC will be reviewed later in this section. For your convenience, please see the “Overhead Layouts” portion at the end of this section, to ensure proper positioning for the size and configuration of your KMC Ripper Bedder.
  • Page 14 WARNING CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN DURING SET-UP AND ASSEMBLY OF THIS PRODUCT. DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY COULD OCCUR IF PROPER STEPS ARE NOT TAKEN TO FULLY SECURE THE UNIT WHEN WORKING UNDERNEATH IT. ENSURE THE UNIT IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED BY LOWERING THE JACKSTAND SUPPORTS THAT HAVE COME ASSEMBLED WITH IT, OR PROPERLY SECURE THE UNIT WITH ANY HOISTING DE- VICES BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY FURTHER SET-UP OF THIS PRODUCT.

  • Page 15: Bolt Torque Chart

    BOLT TORQUE CHART SAE GRADE 5 SAE GRADE 8...

  • Page 16: Overhead Layouts

    OVERHEAD LAYOUTS 4-ROW 36” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-04-36-R) +(4R-(36-40)BS) 60 1/4 10 3/8 4-ROW 36” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-04-36-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 64 1/2 72 1/2 42 1/4...
  • Page 17 4-ROW 38” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-04-38-R) +(4R-(36-40)BS) 65 1/2 11 3/4 4-ROW 38” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-04-38-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 46 1/2 69 1/2 30 7/8...
  • Page 18 4-ROW 40” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-04-40-R) +(4R-(36-40)BS) 69 1/2 11 3/4 4-ROW 40” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-04-40-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 73 1/2 33 7/8...
  • Page 19 4-ROW 46” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-04-46-R) +(4R-46BS) 81 1/2 4-ROW 46” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-04-46-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 60 1/4 85 1/2 45 3/8 51 5/8...
  • Page 20 4-ROW 48” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-04-48-R) +(4R-48BS) 85 1/2 4-ROW 48” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-04-48-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 89 1/2 81 3/4 47 3/8 53 5/8...

  • Page 21: 6-Row

    6-ROW 30” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-06-30-R)+(6R-30BS) 79 1/2 41 3/4 19 1/2 6-ROW 30” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-06-30-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 31 3/4 84 3/4 90 7/8...
  • Page 22 6-ROW 36” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-06-36-R) +(6R-(36-40)BS) 97 1/2 69 3/4 25 1/2 6-ROW 36” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-06-36-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 101 1/2 79 1/8...
  • Page 23 6-ROW 38” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-06-38-R) +(6R-(36-40)BS) 103 1/2 73 3/4 27 1/2 6-ROW 38” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-06-38-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 107 1/2 82 1/8...
  • Page 24 6-ROW 40” RIPPER BEDDERS W/BEDDER DOORS (68-06-40-R) +(6R-(36-40)Bs) 109 1/2 79 31/32 77 3/4 29 1/2 6-ROW 40” RIPPER BEDDERS (68-06-40-R) (Shown with Reset-on-the-Go Shanks) 113 1/2 88 1/8...

  • Page 48: Ripper Tool Options

    RIPPER TOOL OPTIONS: Toggle Trip Shanks Reset-On-The-Go Shanks SHANK WEAR SHIN SHANK WEAR SHIN 5/16 X 1 3/8 ROLL PINS 5/16 X 1 3/8 ROLL PINS RIPPER POINTS RIPPER POINTS 3/8 X 1 1/4 ROLL PIN 3/8 X 1 1/4 ROLL PIN The 6800 Series Ripper Bedder comes equipped with a choice of the Reset on the Go Ripper Shank or the Toggle Trip Shank.

  • Page 49: Toolbar Linkages Bolting Setup

    TOOL BAR LINKAGES BOLTING SETUP: Mount the linkage assemblies (68-082-007) between the ripper toolbar and the bedder toolbar as shown below. Different size machines require different quantities of linkage assemblies. Some linkages may require you use the disc gangs to help mount to your rear bedder bar as shown below. Mount the linkage assemblies on the tool bar in the areas where no other components are to be mounted.

  • Page 50: Single Disc

    SINGLE DISC GANGS Single Disc Assemblies (06-082-057) are use on 30” Row machine. Assemble Single Disc to the disc mounting brackets (06-080-008) & (06-080- 081) and set angle. Angle Adjustments DISC SCRAPER KIT Scraper Support (06-023-049) 20” Disc Scraper (06-023-050) 18”...

  • Page 51: Bedder Door Options

    BEDDER DOOR OPTIONS: Bedder Door Assembly: Bedder Door Reach (06-082-165) 1. Attach 4 x 4 Bedder Door Reaches (06-082-165) to the rear of the 4 x 4 Tool Bar using (2) 7/8 x 6 1/2 capscrews, lockwasher, hexnuts and a Reach Arm Cap (11-023-019) 4 x 4 Tool Bar for each reach.

  • Page 52: Bedder Door Shaper

    Bedder Door Shaper: The Bedder Door Shaper (02-027-173) is bolted to the bot- tom of the Bedder Door Assembly using 3/8 x 1 1/2 Car- riage Bolts, lockwasher, and hexnuts. Door Shaper Double Bedder Door Setups: (02-027-173) All double bed doors can be set up to the following row patterns using (30-40) DB Door Assembly (06-082-164) except for the 48”...
  • Page 53 38” Row 40” Row 40” 38” (TYP) (TYP) End slot in shoe End slot in shoe thru this bolt. thru this bolt. The 46” double bed doors can be setup using (46) DB Door Assembly (06-082-190) The 48” double bed doors can be set up using (48) DB Door Assembly (06-082-184) 46”...

  • Page 54: Triple Bedder Door Setups

    Triple Bedder Door Setups: The following Triple bed doors can be set up using (30) TB Door Assembly (06-082-181) 30” Row 30” TB door uses (2) 06-027-063 outer shoes (1) 06-027-062 center shoe 30” (TYP) 15” (TYP) Cut off excess shoe for mount beside next door 32”...
  • Page 55 The following Triple bed doors can be set up using (36) TB Door Assembly (06-082-182) 36” Row 36” & 38” TB door uses (2) 06-027-061 outer shoes (1) 06-027-060 center shoe 36” (TYP) 18” (TYP) 38” Row 38” (TYP) 19” (TYP)

  • Page 56: Stack-Fold Transport Specifications

    RIPPER BEDDER STACKFOLD TRANSPORT DISTANCES: "HEIGHT" "HALF WIDTH" MACHINE TRANSPORT HEIGHT SIZE HALF WIDTH (x2) 12/40 153” 154” X 2 = 308” 16/30 12(36-38) 152” 131” X 2 = 262” 12(30) 136” 111” X 2 = 222” 8(36-40) 140” 91” X 2 = 182” Note: Use the “Overhead Layouts”...

  • Page 57: Operational Setup

    OPERATIONAL SETUP TRACTOR PREPARATION: Before operating implement refer to tractor operator’s manual for information concerning safe methods of operation, hydraulics, hitch adjustment, tire inflation, wheel adjustments and tractor weights. Check tractor brakes and warning lights, make sure they are in proper working order. Check tractor hydraulics oil reservoir and add oil if needed.

  • Page 58: Hitching To The Implement

    HITCHING TO THE IMPLEMENT ! IMPORTANT ! WARRANTY NOTE: Use of articulated four-wheel drive or track tractors with 3 point lift im- plements voids the warranty on the toolbar main frame. Sudden turns or steering corrections made by these types of tractors, when the implement is in the ground, can exert extreme forces through the implement’s frame and/or shank components and cause unwarranted fatigue/failure.

  • Page 59: Tractor Hook-Up

    Tractor Hook-Up DANGER DO NOT STAND BETWEEN TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT DURING HITCHING. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 4-ROW(36”,38”&40”) STEP HITCH PIN, LONG PLT 05-026-008 KLIK PIN, 7/16 X 1 3/4 02-050-002 RIGID TOOLBAR CAPSCREW, 1 X 6 G8 PLN 48-200450 HEXNUT, 1 PLT 68-010450 LOCKWASHER, 1 PLT 66-010450...
  • Page 60 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER PIN, MAST 06-081-018 KLIK PIN, 7/16 X 2 03-050-094 STEP HITCH PIN, LONG PLT 05-026-008 KLIK PIN, 7/16 X 1 3/4 02-050-002 CAT II QUICK COUPLER • QC hooks pin in lower mast hole • QC against inside of lower hitches •...
  • Page 61 4 ROW (46” & 48”) RIGID 6 ROW(30”) RIGID ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 8 ROW(36”38”&40”) STACK PIN, MAST 06-081-018 KLIK PIN, 7/16 X 2 03-050-094 SPACER, CAT III 05-024-010 PIN, CAT III-IIN HITCH 16-080-316 CAT III 3-POINT HITCH • Top link pin in top mast hole •...
  • Page 62 8 ROW (46” & 48”) STACKFOLD 6 ROW(36”&38”) RIGID 12 ROW(30”,36”&38”) STACKFOLD 6 ROW(40”)/8 ROW(30”) RIGID 12 ROW(40”)/16 ROW(30”) STACKFOLD ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER PIN, MAST 06-081-018 KLIK PIN, 7/16 X 2 03-050-094 KLIK PIN, 7/16 X 2 3/4 16-050-094 SPACER, CAT III 05-024-010 BUSHING, CAT III LOWER HITCH...
  • Page 63 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER KLIK PIN, 7/16 X 2 03-050-094 PIN, CAT IV MAST 67-080-028 PIN ASSY, CAT IV HITCH 67-081-001 KLIK PIN, 7/16 X 2 3/4 16-050-094 CAT IV NARROW QUICK COUPLER • QC hooks pin in top mast hole •...

  • Page 64: Leveling Implement Toolbar

    LEVELING IMPLEMENT TOOL BAR For best results, when leveling the implement, position the tractor with implement on a level floor. Check tractor tire pressure and inflate equally from side to side. See your tractor operator’s manual for correct tire inflation pressure. Leveling Side To Side "A"...

  • Page 65: Implement Preparation Ripper Shank Tools

    IMPLEMENT PREPARATION Ripper Shank Tools Tripped Shank Clearances It is common practice to mount aftermarket equipment on a KMC toolbar, such as fertilizer tanks or aftermarket row markers. It is critical that all aftermarket equipment is located properly on the toolbar so that it will not interfere with the reset mechanism on the ripper shanks.

  • Page 66: Toggle Trip Shank

    Toggle Trip Shank The Toggle Trip ripper shank is designed to trip when the shank encounters an immovable obstacle. The trip link will flex causing the center pin to rise and the shank to pivot vertically rearward, up and over the obstacle. To reset the Toggle Trip ripper shank, the toolbar should be lifted until the ripper points on all shanks are above the ground.

  • Page 67: Depth Of Penetration

    Depth of Penetration The purpose of a deep tillage tool is to fracture the compacted layer of soil beneath the surface known as the hardpan. The hardpan, usually only a couple inches thick, prevents plant roots from reaching moisture and nutrients below. The deep tillage tool is designed to run 1”-2”...

  • Page 68: Toolbar Gauge Wheel Adjustment

    Toolbar Gauge Wheel Adjustment TURNBUCKLE JAM RING LENGTH WORKING TURNBUCKLE SHANK LENGTH DEPTH 20 1/2” 18” 21 1/4” 17” 22” 16” 22 1/2” 15” 23” 14” GROUND 23 1/2” 13” SURFACE 24” 12” 24 3/4” 11” 25 1/2” 10” DEPTH The toolbar gauge wheel, on the back 7x7 toolbar of the Ripper Bedder machine, is used to gauge the working depth of the shank.

  • Page 69: Press Wheel Adjustment

    Row Spacing Setup of Disc Gangs DESIRED DESIRED WIDTH WIDTH If a small bed is desired, operate disc gangs with the minimum cutting angle; if a flat bed is desired, operate disc gangs in the middle holes; if a high bed is desired, operate disc gangs with the maximum cutting angle. Disc gangs are provided with 4 cutting angle adjustments.

  • Page 70: Ripper Bedder Tracking Adjustments

    Ripper Bedder Tracking Adjustments Ripper Bedders, especially the wider units can have tracking problems because of their width and distance of the Bedder disc from the tractor. Sometimes the smallest adjustment will make a big change in the implement tracking. A Ripper Bedder shank running off center from its true position will cause difference in measurement on the guess row width when measuring the bed centers.
  • Page 71 1/2” x 5/8” Square Head Cuppoint Setscrew. For best performance the rear door needs to be adjusted where doors are at approximately 45° to the ground. Adjust spring pressure to add force or reduce firmness of bed tops by loosening the 1/2” x 5/8” Square Head Cuppoint Setscrew on top adjustable collar.

  • Page 72: Start Up

    START-UP Before initial operation of this piece of equipment, review the “Pre-Operational Checklist” at the front of this manual. Make sure all fields of the checklist have been performed and make any notes necessary for future operators. Your piece of equipment should now be ready for field operation. NOTES:...

  • Page 73: Service Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE The 6800 KMC Ripper Bedder has been carefully designed and manufactured to provide years of dependable service. To maximize use and reduce downtime and repair costs, regular maintenance should be performed on the Ripper Bedder. Below is a guide for minimum recommended services and the time intervals for their completion.

  • Page 74: Lubrication Points

    LUBRICATION POINTS Several machine components require periodic lubrication: See the “Maintenance Service Sched- ule” portion of the manual for those periodic lubrication intervals. The following illustrations highlight those component areas that are fitted for lubrication. In all these areas it is important to use only a Moly EP Grease with a minimum service interval as described in the Maintenance Service Schedule.

  • Page 75: Toggle Trip Lubrication Points

    Toggle Trip Lubrication Points (2 Per Shank) GREASE TOOL BAR LINKAGES (4 PLACES PER LINKAGE ARM) GAUGE WHEEL LUBRICATION GREASE THREADS TO PREVENT RUSTING GREASE FITTING ON BOTH ENDS OF TUBES H.D. LITHIUM #2 ONLY BEDDER GAUGE WHEEL LUBRICATION POINTS GREASE (1 PER WHEEL)

  • Page 76: Wear Item Replacement

    WEAR ITEM REPLACEMENT Shank Points Shank points should be checked for wear daily and more frequently in severe conditions. The photo on the left shows a point that is worn and ready to be replaced. If the point is left on the machine past this point the boot, or portion on the point that holds it onto the shank, will wear quickly.

  • Page 77: Shank Base Replacement

    Shank Base Replacement Shank ROOT PASS TO PRE-HEAT MATERIAL 3/16 Low Hydrogen Shank Base (67-023-081) The Shank Base on occasion may need to be replaced when a ripper point has worn through and has worn the shank base down. This needs to be replaced in order to keep the ripper point from wearing out prematurely because it does not have a proper fit.

  • Page 78: Tire Inflation Chart

    TIRE INFLATION CHART It is important that the inflation of all tires be set properly for maximum safety and per- formance. Use the following guide to adjust the inflation pressure in the tires to match the application of the machine. COLD INFLATION PRESSURE VALUES IN PSI TIRE SIZE COLD INFLATION PRESSURE...
  • Page 79 The following is a list of serial numbers issued to our machines at the beginning of each year. To determine when a unit was made, find the range within which the particular serial num- ber falls. It would have been produced between January 1 to December 31 of that year. YEAR SERIAL NUMBERS 2013...
  • Page 80 DEPENDABLE EQUIPMENT FOR PROGRESSIVE FARMING Visit us at www.kelleymfg.com KELLEY MANUFACTURING CO. 80 Vernon Drive / Zip 31794 Tel: 229-382-9393 P.O. Drawer 1467 / Zip 31793 Toll Free: 1-800-444-5449 Tifton, GA Fax: 229-382-5259 MADE IN AMERICA Email Address: info@kelleymfg.com...

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