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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Tractor Preparation
The 2512 Series Rigid and The Folding In-Row Rippers
up to and thru the 2512F-9 can be used on tractors with
CAT IVN hitches. For Rippers larger than the 2512F-9 it
is recommended to be mounted on a Caddy. All 2512
and 2512F Rippers can be mounted onto a Caddy.
Before attaching the In-Row Ripper, prepare the tractor
as follows:
a. The rear tractor tires should be inflated equally
and ballast added according to the tractor
operator's manual.
b. For mounted type models, install front end
weights as needed on tractor to maintain
stability.
In-Row Ripper Operation
1. Before operating the In-Row Ripper, inspect it to be
sure it is in good operating condition.
2. Replace badly worn or missing parts.
3. While the machine is new, bolt tightness should be
checked after a few hours of operation. Tighten any
loose nuts or cap screws. Check the Gauge Wheel
Lug Bolts daily.
4. Check the Gauge Wheel Tire inflation. All tires
should be equally inflated to avoid side draft.
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Attaching to 3-PT Hitch
1. Carefully back the tractor into place.
2. Attach the In-Row Ripper to the tractor.
NOTE
Always keep the Vertical Distance between the Mast Pin
and the Lower Hitch Pins as far apart as practical. It is
beneficial in maintaining good control of the Ripper.
3. For tractors equipped with Quick Hitches:
a. Attach Quick Hitch to the In-Row Ripper.
b. Raise and make sure Lower Pin Locks are
secured.
c. For Rigid Frame: Raise the Parking Stand and
Pin in fully up position.
For Folding Frame: Remove Parking Stand
and store off machine.
d. When disconnecting the In-Row Ripper, adjust
stands to leave the tool bar tilted slightly forward.
This will permit easier disconnecting and
reattaching.
4. For tractors not equipped with Quick Hitch:
a. Attach lower lift arms of the tractor to the In-Row
Ripper utilizing appropriate pins. 2512 Rigid
Model come with either Category IIIN, CAT III,
and CAT IVN. 2512 Folding Models come with
CAT IVN ONLY.
b. Attach top link after connecting lower lift arms.
Raise Parking Stands into clamps or remove
them on rigid models. For all folding models the
Jack Stands must be removed from the machine
during transport. When disconnecting, place
stand so that the In-Row Ripper is stable.
5. Reinstall the stabilizer bars or sway blocks before
transporting.
Do not move tractor without making sure top
hitch is connected to tractor.
Attaching to Caddy
If you will be attaching the In-Row Ripper to a Caddy:
1. Carefully back the Caddy up to the In-Row Ripper.
2. Attach the lower links of the Caddy to the In-Row
Ripper first.
3. When the lower links have been secured, extend or
retract the upper link of the Caddy using the
hydraulic upper link. Attach the upper link of the
caddy to the In-Row Ripper.
See Figure 4-1.
CAUTION
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