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- Page 1 GA-700H OWNER'S MANUAL Gopher Getters ELSTON MANUFACTURING INC. 706 N Weber Sioux Falls, SD 57103 www.elstonmfg.com UPDATED 2021 REV K 1-800-845-1385...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Information ..........................1 General Information ........................... 2 Assembly Instructions ......................... 3 Using Your Gopher Getter ........................9 Attaching Gopher Getter to Tractor ....................9 Setting Up Seeder Assembly ....................... 9 Adjusting Rate Bait is Deposited ...................... 10 Adjusting Depth Bait is Deposited .................... -
Page 4: Safety Information
Safety Information Safety Information The baits used in this machine are highly toxic and can cause serious injury or death if used improperly. Always follow all precautions on the label for the bait you use. Store bait as recommended between applications. Do not store bait in the bait box. -
Page 5: General Information
General Information General Information Thank you for purchasing a Gopher Getter from Elston Manufacturing. We are confident this product will provide you with years of service. This Gopher Getter works by creating an artificial tunnel. The poison is dropped into the tunnel where the gophers find it and die underground out of reach of other animals. -
Page 6: Assembly Instructions
Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions Before beginning assembly, please verify that all parts were shipped with the Gopher Getter. The Gopher Getter is shipped from the factory in the 5 pieces shown in Figure 1. Several of these pieces are of significant weight so please plan accordingly when removing the parts from the crate and assembling the unit. - Page 7 Assembly Instructions Figure 2: Parts Kit Label Description Coulter Shank Clamps (G7-208) 3/8” UNF Bolt for G7-208 2 1/2” 1/2”-13 Hex Head Bolts 1/2” Split Ring Lock Washers 1/2” Flat Washers 1/2”-13 Hex Nuts Seeder Slides w/ Pin (G7-413) Seeder Slide Springs (G7-429) Retaining Strap for Coulter Bearing Cap Parts Bag for Coulter Assembly (4 carriage bolts, 4 lock washers, 4 nuts, 1 square head bolt, 1 roll...
- Page 8 Assembly Instructions Assembly of the GA-700 is straightforward and all of the parts attach to the base assembly, part #1 shown in Figure 1. After reading the assembly steps below, please refer to the parts list in the back of this manual if you have any questions.
- Page 9 Assembly Instructions Figure 4: Seeder Assembly Area on GA-700 b) Next place the seeder slides in the shallow slots they run in on the seeder assembly (see Figure 4). The side of the seeder slide with the larger flange and the two holes should be closer to the front of the machine.
- Page 10 Assembly Instructions d) Attach the other side of the springs installed in step 2a to the holes on the seeder slides. Once the step is done, the unit should look like it does in Figure 6. Figure 6: Finished Seeder Assembly 3.
- Page 11 Assembly Instructions c) Slide the coulter shank into position as shown in Figure 8. Clamp the coulter shank in place by tightening each of the bolts a little at a time until the coulter shank is secured in place. d) Attach the coulter arm to the coulter shank using the coulter clamp to hold it in place. Add the cotter pin to the hole in the bottom of the coulter shank.
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Page 12: Using Your Gopher Getter
Assembly Instructions Your GA-700 Gopher Getter is now assembled. Refer to the next chapter for additional tips and instructions for adjusting the machine before its first use. Using Your Gopher Getter Attaching Gopher Getter to Tractor This machine was designed to attach to a category one or category two 3-point hitch. The category two hitch pins are located on the outside of the 3-point framework and the category one hitch pins are located on the inside. -
Page 13: Adjusting Rate Bait Is Deposited
Adjust the application rate by shifting the seeder base backward and forwards and potentially increase it by adding spacer plates (up to a total of 3). If you are still unable to achieve the application rate you need, please contact us at Elston Manufacturing at 1-800- 845-1385. -
Page 14: Adjusting Depth Of Coulter
Using Your Gopher Getter Figure 12: Packer Wheel Adjustment Adjusting Depth of Coulter This machine is provided with a spring-loaded coulter assembly mounted on a straight shaft to allow for a wide range of adjustments in depth. Generally, the coulter should be set just deep enough so that the blade cuts through the debris on the surface and the major roots below the surface so that the knife passes cleanly through the soil. -
Page 15: Operating Instructions
Using Your Gopher Getter In areas such as pasture: Tunnel depth of approximately 4 to 5 inches is recommended In alfalfa fields: Adjust the coulter as deep as possible while keeping the bottom of the coulter blade at minimum ¼”... - Page 16 Using Your Gopher Getter To prevent accidents involving injury or death, do not allow anyone near the tractor or Gopher Getter while the tractor is in motion. Always follow all safety instructions provided with the tractor. Risk of expensive damage and possible injury. Always check for and avoid underground pipe or other lines in the area you will be working.
- Page 17 Using Your Gopher Getter Figure 15: Application distance between application passes As you start and end a pass, smoothly raise and lower the machine with the hydraulic cylinder to minimize damage to the surface of the soil. In an emergency, the Gopher Getter can be quickly raised but may disturb a significant amount of soil.
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Page 18: Operating Tips
If you are having trouble setting up or operating your Gopher Getter, please contact the dealer where you purchased your GA-700. If you are unable to contact them or they were unable to answer your questions, please contact Elston Manufacturing at 1-800-845-1385 or refer to our website at www.elstonmfg.com . -
Page 19: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Every use Inspect torpedo tube/point for excessive wear or damage Inspect shear bolt for damage, replace if necessary Every season or 200 lbs. of bait Check if the unit needs to be greased. If so, lightly grease the unit at the grease points on the packer wheel hub, as shown in Figure 16, and the packer wheel adjustment rod, as shown in Figure 17. - Page 20 Maintenance Figure 17: Grease Points on Packer Wheel Adjustment Rod...
- Page 21 Parts List for GA-700 Complete Unit Assemblies Ref # Name Page # Knife Assembly Coulter Assembly Seeder Assembly Packer Wheel Assembly Frame Assembly Please Call Elston Manufacturing for information on purchasing gopher bait (poison).
- Page 22 Parts List for GA-700 Knife Assembly Ref # Name Part # Ref # Description Knife - Elliptical Arc G7-103 1/2"-13 x 2 1/2" Hex Head Bolt (Grade 2)* Torpedo Tube G7-102 1/2" Washer Torpedo Point G1-105 1/2" Lock Washer 3/8"-16 x 3/8” Set Screw G1-143 1/2"...
- Page 23 Parts List for GA-700 Coulter Assembly Ref # Name Part # Ref # Description Coulter Shank G7-204 5/8"-11 x 1" Square Hd Set Screw Coulter Blade - 22” G7-203 3/8"-16 x 3/4” Sq Hd Set Screw 3/8” x 2 1/2” Roll Pin Coulter Shank Clamp G7-208 1/2"-13 Hex Nut...
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Page 24: Parts List
Parts List for GA-700 Seeder Assembly Ref # Name Part # Ref # Name Part # Seeder Base Assembly G7-414A Seeder Box Spring (Not Shown) G7-433 Seeder Slide & Pin G7-413 Seeder Slide Spring (Not Shown) G7-429 Drive Gear G4-203 Chain Guard (Not Shown) G7-411 Tripper... - Page 25 Packer Wheel Assembly Parts List for GA-700 Ref # Description Ref # Name Part # Packer Wheel Swing Arm-Right G7-301R 1"-8 Nylock Hex Head Nut Packer Wheel Swing Arm-Left G7-301L 1" Fender Washer Swing Arm & Packer Wheel Axle G7-304 1”-8 Hex Jam Nut Lift Arm Connecting Nut Assy G7-308...
- Page 26 Frame Assembly Parts List for GA-700 Ref # Description Ref # Name Part # Frame G7-500 1"-8 Hex Head Nut Leg Stand G9-102 1" Lock Washer Snap In Pin for Legs G7-526 3 Point Pin G7-520 All hardware listed is coarse thread (UNC) and Grade 5 or better unless otherwise noted.
- Page 27 Elston Manufacturing Inc. or an authorized service center freight paid by buyer. After confirmation by Elston Manufacturing, Inc. that a defect does exist in the product that is covered under this Limited Warranty then Elston Manufacturing, Inc. shall, in its sole and absolute discretion, either repair, modify or replace the product(s) and return the product(s) to the owner freight paid by Elston Manufacturing, Inc.
- Page 28 ELSTON MANUFACTURING INC. 706 N. Weber Ave. 1-800-845-1385 Sioux Falls, SD 57103 www.elstonmfg.com...
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