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GA600 Aerator
58235G01 – GA600
WARNING
Warning: If incorrectly used, this machine can
cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain
this machine should be trained in its proper use,
warned of its dangers, and must read the entire
manual before attempting to set up, operate, adjust,
or service the machine.
GB
4379427-Rev B

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  • Page 1 4379427-Rev B Technical Manual GA600 Aerator 58235G01 – GA600 WARNING Warning: If incorrectly used, this machine can cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain this machine should be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers, and must read the entire manual before attempting to set up, operate, adjust, or service the machine.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION MAINTENANCE Contents 1.1 Important ................2 8.1 General Precautions ............34 1.2 Product Identification............3 8.2 Bearings................34 1.3 Serial Number ..............3 8.3 Gearbox ................35 1.4 Guidelines for the Disposal of Scrap Products....4 8.4 PTO Shaft Clutch ..............36 8.5 PTO Shaft .................36 SAFETY 8.6 Spring Assembly ...............37 2.1 How to Operate Safely ............5 8.7 Aerator Storage..............37...

  • Page 3: Important

    1Introduction IMPORTANT ______________________________________________________________ The Jacobsen GA600 is a PTO driven aerator. The aerator must be attached to a suitable tractor. If you follow all instructions in this manual, you increase the life of your aerator and keep its maximum performance.

  • Page 4: Product Identification

    ® Engine Power (Kw) (Not Applicable) 1451 MARVIN GRIFFIN RD, AUGUSTA, GA, U.S.A. 1-800-848-1636 (US) PRODUCT OF THE U.S.A. WWW.JACOBSEN.COM Date code Product number and Serial number Location of Aerator Serial number plate The serial number plate (A) is found on the aerator three-point hitch near the top link mount.

  • Page 5: Guidelines For The Disposal Of Scrap Products

    Add items that can not be easily separated into different materials to the “General discarded materials” area. • Do not burn the discarded materials Change the aerator records to show that the aerator is not in service and is discarded. Supply this serial number to Jacobsen Warranty Department to close their records. en-4...

  • Page 6: Safety

    Manuals in additional languages may be available on the Jacobsen or RansomesJacobsen website. Read all of the instructions for this aerator carefully. Know the controls and the correct operation of the equipment.
  • Page 7 SAFETY 2 2.1.3 OPERATION Follow all operation instructions in the manuals included with the tractor and the aerator. Never operate the engine without enough ventilation or in an enclosed area. The carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can increase to dangerous levels. Never carry passengers.
  • Page 8 2 SAFETY 2.1.4 PTO DANGER ROTATING DRIVELINE Contact can cause death. • Do not operate the PTO without all PTO shaft guards and equipment shields in place • Correctly attach the PTO shaft at both ends. • Stay away from parts that move. When the PTO rotates, contact with the PTO shaft can cause injury or death.

  • Page 9: Maintenance And Storage

    Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to make sure the equipment is in safe condition. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Replace damaged or worn decals. Only use parts, accessories and attachments approved by Jacobsen. 2.1.7 WHEN YOU PUT THE AERATOR ON A TRAILER Be careful when you load or unload the aerator on a trailer.
  • Page 10 3. Keep persons and animals away from the area of operation. 4. Never carry passengers. 5. Never operate the equipment without the guards in position. If additional information or service is needed, contact your Authorized Jacobsen Dealer. Your Dealer knows the current methods to service this equipment. en-9...

  • Page 11: Specifications 3

    SPECIFICATIONS 3 3Specifications DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS ________________________________________________ GA600 A - Aerating Width 72 inch (182.9 cm) B - Maximum Width 82.2 inch (208.8 cm) C - Length (Without PTO Shaft) 76.5 inch (194.3 cm) D - Height (Roller in highest position, without tines) 41.75 inch (104.8 cm)

  • Page 12: Recommended Tractor Specification

    3 SPECIFICATIONS RECOMMENDED TRACTOR SPECIFICATION __________________________________ Tractor Forward Speed: 0-2.1 mph (0-3.4 kph) Tractor Attachment: Category 1, Three point Hitch PTO Speed: 400-540 RPM. NOTICE Only operate the PTO at 400 RPM when the AerStrike 4 Accessory is installed. Damage to the aerator can result if PTO is operated at speeds above 400 rpm when the AerStrike 4 Accessory is installed.

  • Page 13: Accessories

    3.6.7 WINDROW ACCESSORY____________________________________________________ Accessory Number 58243 3.6.8 REAR ROLLER ACCESSORY ________________________________________________ Accessory Number 58241 SUPPORT LITERATURE ____________________________________________________ Contact your Jacobsen Dealer for a complete listing of literature available for your aerator. Technical Manual: 4379427 Service & Repair Manual: TBD en-12...

  • Page 14: Declaration Of Conformity

    Maschinenbezeichnung ▪ Ονομασία μηχανήματος ▪ Gépnév ▪ Denominazione della macchina ▪ Iekārtas nosaukums ▪ Mašinos pavadinimas ▪ GA600 Isem tal-Magna ▪ Nazwa urządzenia ▪ Nome da Máquina ▪ Numele echipamentului ▪ Názov stroja ▪ Naziv stroja ▪ Nombre de la máquina ▪...
  • Page 15 κατέχει την τεχνική έκθεση και έχει την εξουσιοδότηση να ταξινομήσει τον τεχνικό φάκελο και ο οποίος είναι διορισμένος στην Κοινότητα. Director of Engineering A gyártó nevében meghatalmazott személy, akinek jogában áll módosítania a nyilatkozatot, a műszaki Ransomes Jacobsen Limited dokumentációt őrzi, engedéllyel rendelkezik a műszaki fájl összeállításához, és aki a közösségben letelepedett személy. West Road, Ransomes Europark,...

  • Page 16: Decals

    4 DECALS 4Decals DECALS _________________________________________________________________ Understand the purpose of these decals. The decals are important to the safe operation of the aerator. REPLACE THE DAMAGED DECALS IMMEDIATELY. 4378947 Danger To prevent injury, keep your hands and feet away from tines and other parts that move. Crushing hazard, do not service equipment that is not correctly supported.
  • Page 17 When the PTO shaft is disconnected from the aerator, install the PTO lock. Operate the aerator with the PTO speed between 400 and 540 rpm. Jacobsen 400 - 540 recommends a PTO speed of 500 ±10 RPM. Do not operate the aerator with PTO speeds greater than 540 RPM or damage can occur.
  • Page 18 4 DECALS WARNING Parts that move may crush and cut. Keep hands clear. Do not operate with guards removed. Replace guards before you operate the aerator. 840909 WARNING Contact with rotating PTO shaft may cause serious injury or death. Keep the shields in position and tighten all hardware. Never carry passengers.
  • Page 19 DECALS 4 1 IN 1 IN 25 MM 25 MM 2 IN 2 IN 50 MM 50 MM 4385627 4385626 3 IN 3 IN 76 MM 76 MM 4 IN 4 IN 101 MM 101 MM 5 IN 5 IN 127 MM 127 MM 6 IN...

  • Page 20: Initial Inspection And Set-Up

    5 INITIAL INSPECTION AND SET-UP 5Initial Inspection and Set-Up GENERAL________________________________________________________________ The inspection and assembly of the aerator must be done by an authorized technician. Accessories not included with this product must be ordered separately. See instructions provided with accessory for installation and parts.

  • Page 21: Front Counterweights

    INITIAL INSPECTION AND SET-UP 5 FRONT COUNTERWEIGHTS _________________________________________________ Due to the mass of the aerator, the tractor and aerator combination can become unstable. In order to verify the total stability, use the following formula to determine the minimum required front counterweight I , which allows to have a load on the front axle equal to 20% of the unladen mass of the tractor: ×...

  • Page 22: Pto Shaft Length Adjustment

    5 INITIAL INSPECTION AND SET-UP PTO SHAFT LENGTH ADJUSTMENT__________________________________________ The PTO shaft can be longer than needed for your tractor. If necessary, decrease the PTO shaft to the correct length. • Always cut equal amounts from the PTO shaft tubes and the cover. Make sure that when cut the tubes overlap by at least 1/3 of the tube length in the maximum extended position.

  • Page 23: Pto Shaft

    INITIAL INSPECTION AND SET-UP 5 10. Assemble cover shields onto appropriate PTO halves. Cut the safety shields so there is 1 in. (25.4 mm) of PTO shaft extending past the end of the shield. 11. Assemble the PTO shaft. Replace any decals that were damaged by cutting PTO tubes and shields. 12.

  • Page 24: Aerator Attachment

    5 INITIAL INSPECTION AND SET-UP AERATOR ATTACHMENT __________________________________________________ CAUTION Always attach and remove the aerator on firm level ground. NOTE: If the tractor three-point hitch is a Category I and Category II type hitch, refer to the tractor manual to set the three-point hitch for Category I operation.

  • Page 25: Pto Shaft Guard

    Keep the tractor and the aerator guards in position and fastened. The aerator operates with a PTO speed between 400 and 540 rpm. Jacobsen recommends that the aerator is operated at 500 ± 10 rpm. Only operate the PTO at 400 RPM when the AerStrike 4 Accessory is installed. Damage to the aerator can result if PTO is operated at speeds above 400 rpm with the AerStrike accessory installed.

  • Page 26: Tine Installation

    5 INITIAL INSPECTION AND SET-UP 5.10 TINE INSTALLATION_______________________________________________________ WARNING Before you install the tines, disengage the PTO, completely lift the aerator, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key. Put supports under the aerator frame. Lower the aerator onto the supports. To prevent injury, make sure the aerator frame sides are on the supports.

  • Page 27: Operation 6

    OPERATION 6 6Operation OPERATING PROCEDURE __________________________________________________ CAUTION To prevent injury, always wear safety glasses, leather work shoes or boots, a hard hat and ear protection. Always start the engine with the operator in the seat, never while next to the tractor. Never start the engine with persons near the aerator.

  • Page 28: To Stop And Park The Tractor

    6 OPERATION TO STOP AND PARK THE TRACTOR _________________________________________ To stop and park the tractor in normal conditions: Lift the aerator and disengage the PTO. Drive the tractor to a flat and level area to park. Remove your foot from the traction pedal and place gear selector in neutral. Lower the aerator to the ground.

  • Page 29: Aerating

    OPERATION 6 AERATING _______________________________________________________________ WARNING To prevent serious injuries, keep hands, feet and clothing away from aerator when the PTO is engaged. When you install, clean or remove the tines, wear gloves to prevent injury. Use a brush to remove dirt and debris. Tines edges may be extremely sharp and can cause serious injuries.

  • Page 30: Hole Spacing

    6 OPERATION HOLE SPACING ___________________________________________________________ The front to rear hole spacing is a function of tractor gearing. Some tractors will allow as low as 1 in. (25 mm) spacing. Spacing greater than 8 in. (203 mm) is not recommended in order to achieve proper aeration/ cultivation. Because forward travel speeds and PTO speeds are both directly tied to engine RPM, hole spacing should remain constant for each gear, regardless of engine speed.

  • Page 31: Aerstrike 4 Operation

    OPERATION 6 AERSTRIKE 4 OPERATION__________________________________________________ Use the chart below to set up the correct spacing for the AerStrike 4 accessory. NOTICE Only operate the PTO at 400 RPM when the AerStrike 4 Accessory is installed. Damage to the aerator can result if PTO is operated at speeds above 400 rpm when the AerStrike 4 Accessory is installed.
  • Page 32 6 OPERATION Disconnect the three hitch pins (C and D) from the top link (F) and lower arms (E). Start the tractor and drive away from the aerator. Insert the hitch pins in the aerator three-point hitch for storage. en-31...

  • Page 33: Maintenance And Lubrication Charts 7

    MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHARTS 7 7Maintenance and Lubrication Charts MAINTENANCE CHART Aerator Service Interval Chart Interval Item Section First 50 Hours • Change gearbox oil See 8.3 • Check chain tension See 9.2 Each day (10 Hours) • Check tines for damage •...

  • Page 34: Lubrication Chart

    7 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHARTS LUBRICATION CHART _____________________________________________________ FLUID REQUIREMENTS ____________________________________________________ Fluid Requirements Quantity Type Gearbox 85 fluid ounce (2.5 liter) EP80W90 en-33...

  • Page 35: Maintenance 8

    Always use the jack stands. A qualified technician must always do adjustments and maintenance. If the correct adjustments can not be made, contact your Jacobsen Dealer. Inspect the equipment according to the maintenance schedule and keep complete records. Keep the equipment clean.

  • Page 36: Gearbox

    8 MAINTENANCE • Replace any bearings that do not operate correctly or are damaged. GEARBOX _______________________________________________________________ Check the gearbox oil level The Aerator is shipped from the factory with the gearbox completely filled with oil. The oil must be drained to the correct level before the Aerator is operated.

  • Page 37: Pto Shaft Clutch

    MAINTENANCE 8 PTO SHAFT CLUTCH_______________________________________________________ Check the PTO shaft clutch each week or after the aerator has not been operated for 60 days or more. Check the clutch components for warping, cracks or other damage. If the clutch slips, tighten the clutch hardware (A) 1/4 turn at a time until the clutch no longer slips.

  • Page 38: Spring Assembly

    8 MAINTENANCE SPRING ASSEMBLY _______________________________________________________ Lubricate the springs (A) with a spray graphite each day before you operate the aerator. Disassemble and clean the spring assembly each 300 hours. Check springs (A), spring rods (B), rubber bumpers (C), plastic bumper spacers (D) and bumper cups (E) for cracks or other damage.

  • Page 39: Care And Cleaning

    Do not spray water at the bearings. Clean all plastic or rubber parts with a weak soap solution or use commercially available rubber cleaners. Repair damaged metal surfaces and use Jacobsen touch-up paint. Apply wax to the equipment for maximum paint protection.

  • Page 40: Adjustments

    Always use the jack stands. A qualified technician must always do adjustments and maintenance. If the correct adjustments can not be made, contact your Jacobsen Dealer. Inspect the equipment according to the maintenance schedule and keep complete records. Keep the equipment clean.

  • Page 41: Roller Height Adjustment

    ADJUSTMENTS 9 ROLLER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT _____________________________________________ The roller can be adjusted in one of six positions. The hole position and the tine length determine the working depth. Never operate the A B C aerator with the upper and lower roller stops (G) removed. Ladder Frame Holes Start the tractor and lift the aerator until the roller is 6 inches off the...

  • Page 42: Tine Angle Adjustment

    9 ADJUSTMENTS TINE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT _________________________________________________ The best results will be reached if the tines are vertical or tilted slightly to A B C the front of the machine as the tine enters the soil. Measure the distance (G) from the roller to the front of the tine head. Ladder Frame Hole Recommended Minimum Distance (G) 5-3/4 inch (14.6 cm)

  • Page 43: Torque Specification

    Jacobsen uses Grade 5 (Inch) and Grade 8.8 (Metric) Plated bolts, unless a note is given. Always check the marks on the head of the bolts for the bolt grade. For tightening plated bolts, use the value given for lubricated.

  • Page 44: Problem Solving

    10 PROBLEM SOLVING 10Problem Solving 10.1 GENERAL________________________________________________________________ The problem solution chart lists basic problems that can occur during start and operation of the aerator. Symptoms Possible Causes Action Springs are breaking 1. PTO speed is too fast 1. Reduce engine speed See 5.9 or not pulling back 2.
  • Page 45 PROBLEM SOLVING 10 Symptoms Possible Causes Action The machine has 1. Too heavy for tractor 1. Check tractor specifications for lifting capacity difficulty lifting the 2. Lift arm distance 2. Move tractor lift arms 3 to 4 inches (76 to 102 aerator mm) closer to the aerator.
  • Page 46 11 NOTES 11Notes 12Parts List en-45...

  • Page 47: Parts List

    PARTS LIST 12 en-46...
  • Page 48 GA600 Serial No. All 11.1.1 Covers and Decals GA600 ® 11524 WILMAR BLVD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28273 844643 A Textron Company 1-800-848-1636 (US) PRODUCT OF U.S.A. 4378947 400 - 540 840909...
  • Page 49 Decal, PTO Warning 4378066 Decal, 400-540 RPM 4382427 Decal, PTO Lock Serial Plate 452012 Flat Washer, 1/2 4356350 Decal, GA600 400190 Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4” Hex Head 4365366 Bracket, Gearbox Lock 460335 Hairpin 400612 Screw, 5/8-11 x 1-1/2” Hex Head...
  • Page 50 GA600 Serial No. All 11.2.1 Aerator Frame...
  • Page 51 GA600 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4338026 Hitch, 3 Point 4337968 Frame, Ladder 4356608 Bracket, Left Side Cover 4356607 Bracket, Right Side Cover 800887 Screw, 5/8-11 x 5” Hex Head 453020 Flat Washer, 5/8 800701 Nut, 5/8-11 Crownlock Flange...
  • Page 52 GA600 Serial No. All 11.3.1 Aerator Drive...
  • Page 53 GA600 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4342366 Driveshaft, PTO See 11.9.1 4338091 Gearbox See 11.10.1 4376306 Key, 3/8 x 2” Square 4338094 Sprocket, Coupler 548204 • Set Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/8” 4339726 Chain, #60 Two Strand Coupler 4395028 •...
  • Page 54 GA600 Serial No. All 11.4.1 Crankshaft Assembly...
  • Page 55 GA600 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4338113 Bearing, Crankshaft Main 4338099 Journal, Crankshaft Main Apply Anti-Seize Compound 4338106 Plate, Crankshaft Web 400394 Screw, 1/2-13 x 2-1/4” Grade 8 Torque to 110 ft. lb., Blue Loctite 446154 Lockwasher, 1/2 Heavy...
  • Page 56 GA600 Serial No. All 11.5.1 Roller 1 IN 1 IN 25 MM 25 MM 2 IN 2 IN 50 MM 50 MM 4385626 4385627 3 IN 3 IN 76 MM 76 MM 4 IN 4 IN 101 MM 101 MM...
  • Page 57 GA600 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4382566 Plate, Roller Adjust Rack 4337920 Plate, Roller Lift 400507 Screw, 1-1/4-7 x 2-1/2” Hex Head 3008429 Flat Washer 4342986 Spacer, 1-1/4 x 1-3/4 x 27/32” 400492 Nut, 1-1/4-7 Nylock Jam 400620 Screw, 5/8-11 x 2-1/2”...
  • Page 58 GA600 Serial No. All 11.6.1 Tine Arms 22 23...
  • Page 59 GA600 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4339926 Tine Arm Assembly 4337547 • Plate, Linkage Arm 4337967 • Pin, Tine Arm Wrist 4339830 • Bearing, Linkage Arm Insert 548173 • Flat Washer, 1” 450190276 • Nut, 1-8 Hex Nylock 4338007 •...
  • Page 60 GA600 Serial No. All 11.7.1 Tine Options 4 / 36 Coring Tine Shanks Solid Tines Coring Tines Optional Tine Block For Standard Tine Block for Six 5/16 in. Tines Optional AerStrike Accessory For Four 12 mm or 1/2 in. Shank Tines Three 12 mm or 1/2”...
  • Page 61 • Shank, 18 mm x 2.5, 1-1/4” Tube 4337546 Tine Block, Alternate ™ AerStrike 4 Accessory 4382208 Kit, GA600 Tine Included with Aerator 4366230 • Tine, 1/2 x 10” Solid 4367526 Tine, 3/8 x 5” Solid 4367527 Tine, 1/4 x 5” Solid 3/8”...
  • Page 62 GA600 Serial No. All 11.8.1 Tine Head Options Standard Tine Block for Optional Tine Block For Four 12 mm or 1/2 in. Shank Tines Six 5/16 in. Tines Two 18 mm shank tines Three 12 mm or 1/2” Shank Tines...
  • Page 63 GA600 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4342280 Tine Block, Standard 400348 Screw, 7/16-14 x 3” Hex Head 445807 Nut, 7/16-14 Hex Nylock 4378949 Cap, Round, 1/2 x 1/4” 4384809 Screw, 1/2-13 x 1-1/4” Square Head 4384810 Screw, 5/8-11 x 1-1/4” Square Head...
  • Page 64 GA600 Serial No. All 11.9.1 PTO Shaft Breakdown ROTATING DRIVE SHAFT CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH KEEP AWAY! DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT - ALL DRIVE SHAFT GUARDS, TRACTOR AND EQUIPMENT SHIELDS IN PLACE DRIVE SHAFT GUARDS THAT TURN FREELY ON DRIVE SHAFT READING OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
  • Page 65 GA600 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes Half, Joint and Shaft Guarded Tractor Side • Half, Joint and Shaft • Yoke, Push Pin Lock • Push Pin • Cross and Bearing Kit • Yoke, and Shaft • Tube, Inner Shaft •...
  • Page 66 GA600 Serial No. All 11.10.1 Gearbox...
  • Page 67 GA600 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes Housing, Upper Housing, Lower Shaft, Input 14 Tooth Bevel Gear Shaft, Output 26 Tooth Bevel Gear Bearing, Inner Cup and Cone Bearing, Outer Cup and Cone Retaining Ring Seal, Oil Screw, SHCS...
  • Page 68 INDEX 2500491.......50 4338109.......50 4366250 ...... 58 452018 ......50 3004410.......46 4338113.......52 4366251 ...... 58 453017 ....54 3008429.......54 4338114.......50 4366252 ...... 58 453020 ....48 400150......48 4338207.......56 4366253 ...... 58 453022 ......56 400190....46 4339148.......54 4366254 ...... 58 460032 ......56 400348......60 4339267.......52 4366255 ......
  • Page 69 INDEX...
  • Page 70 A worldwide dealer network and factory trained technicians backed by Genuine Jacobsen Parts provide reliable, high-quality product support. When Performance Matters. ™ Textron Specialized Vehicles 1451 Marvin Griffin Rd, Augusta, GA 30906 www.Jacobsen.com 800-848-1636...

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