bannerman BA-6100 Application guide

SUPER-JECT AERATOR
Model no: BA-6100
Operation & Parts Manual

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Table of Contents
Cover Page
1
Table of Contents
2
Welcome to Bannerman
3
Warranty Statement
4
Machine Description and Specifications
5
Working Safely and Operating Instructions
6
Shaft Installation Procedure
7
Three Point Hitch Attachment Procedure
8
Operating the Super-Ject Aerator
10
Legs and Pins Parts Diagram
11
Tines Diagram
12
Roller Kit Parts Diagram
13
Roller Kit Parts List
14
Core Tine Parts Diagram
15
Core Tine Parts List
16
Core Tine Reel Diagram & Parts List
17
Tine Wheel Assembly Diagram & Parts List
18
Contact Information
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GORDON BANNERMAN LIMITED
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Super-Ject Aerator
Model: BA-6100
Dear Owner,
Welcome to Bannerman, the Home of Sports Turf Magic.
Your new Bannerman BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator is designed to meet and exceed your turf
aeration requirement. The ease of operation and low maintenance will give you many trouble
free hours of operation. Please make sure that you read and understand the important
instructions for the assembly, adjustment, operations, safety, and maintenance contained in
this manual. If there are any instructions which you do not fully understand, contact either your
dealer, of Bannerman Ltd. for clarification prior to using the unit
When in need of replacement parts, specify the model and the serial number of your new
BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator. The serial plate that identifies your model number and the serial
number is located on the three point hitch mast. To give you many years of service, regular
preventative maintenance is required. Should you require further assistance, please feel free
to contact your local Bannerman dealer or Bannerman directly.
Regards,
George Bannerman
Corporate Secretary

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Warranty Statement
Bannerman Ltd warranties all Bannerman BA-6100
Super-Ject Aerators, when appropriately applied and
installed, to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service, for 1 year
from the date of use. We must receive the Warranty
Card, and Declaration or Delivery Card filled out in its
entirety, via mail, fax, or email within 15 days of the date
of sale. It is the responsibility of the end user to make
sure that the Warranty Card is filled out and submitted to
Bannerman Ltd. This warranty does not guarantee a particular service life of the products.
Service life will vary with application, operating environment, level of maintenance and other
factors beyond our control.
Bannerman Ltd’s sole responsibility for the BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator, or parts determined
to be defective and covered by this warranty, is limited to repairing the product or part. An
allowance is to be applied to the labour cost for the removal and replacement.
Prior authorization from Bannerman Ltd must be obtained before replacing or returning any
part(s) or incurring any cost of labour. No charges for expenses incurred for parts, labour or
transportation, by unauthorized persons, will be allowed under this warranty. Bannerman Ltd
reserves the right to any part or Bannerman assembly (with transportation prepaid) claimed to
be covered under this warranty.
Bannerman Ltd shall not be liable, in the event of proximate, incidental, consequential, special
or other damages. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of production, loss of
profit, loss of opportunity, or injury to persons arising out of any breach of this warranty.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER
WARRANTY EXTENDING BEYOND THAT SET FORTH ABOVE
GORDON BANNERMAN LIMITED
41 Kelfield Street, Rexdale,
Ontario, Canada, M9W 5A3
CONTACT US:
CAN 1-800-325-4871
USA 1-800-665-2696
[email protected]

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GORDON BANNERMAN LIMITED
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Bannerman Super-Ject Aerator
Model: BA-6100
Description
The Bannerman Super-Ject Aerator is the best 6' aerator in its class. With 5 different tine styles
available and 2 transportation modes, it is the most versatile aerator you'll ever own.
Specifications
Length
37.5 inches
95.25 cm
Width
72 inches
182.88 cm
Height
49 inches
124.46
Weight
900- 1,100 lbs.
408.23 - 498.95kg
Aeration Width
61 inches
154.94 cm
Weight Tray Capacity
1600 lbs
(725.76 Kg)
Average Weight w/ Tines
950 lbs
(430 Kg)
Tractor Requirements:
20-35 horsepower
Standard Equipment:
All tubular steel frame construction
4 legs that slide down for storage, or up for operation
Skid shoes located at the end frames of the main frame to
prevent damage to turf
Integrated weight tray
Independently mounted and rotating tine wheels
Hitch
Three point “float feature” and 4 storage legs
Tines
Tine Shaft - 64" solid steel, diameter: 3-1/2"
Reel spacing centre to centre: 7-1/2", with choice of:
-100 3/4” Core Tines
-36 Fracture Tines, up to 7 ½” penetration
-36 Slitter Tines, 5mm or 8mm (7-1/2” length)
Optional Equipment
Free Floating Roller Attachment
Tow Behind Hydraulic Lift Kit

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Work Safely - Follow These Rules!
-A careful operator is the best insurance against an accident-
Warning: Read this operation manual carefully and understand the controls before
handling any equipment or commencing work.
Before and during operation the area should be checked to assure that the area is clear
of obstacles, hazards and personnel.
Caution should be exercised when operating close to ditches, fences or on hill sides.
Do not operate this machine on a steep gradient
Wear protective safety clothing: safety footwear, ear protectors, gloves, goggles, etc.
Hands, feet, clothing and other objects must be kept away from all moving parts.
Use extreme care when making adjustments.
Always use the proper tools or equipment for the job at hand.
Before starting work, visually check machines for damage or wear to working parts.
Do not allow any unauthorized person to handle machines at any time.
Warning: Gasoline/Petrol is highly flammable
No riders other than the tractor operator. Never allow anyone to ride on the aerator.
Before and during operation, the area should be checked to assure the absence of any
obstacles, hazards, as well as idle personnel.
WARNING: The tines are sharp. Do not attempt to remove obstructions while the
aerator is in motion.
Know where and how deep any gas, water, and electrical lines are on site.
Drive at a reasonable speed. This will allow the operator to maintain complete control
of the tractor and implement at all times. Do not exceed 15 m.p.h (24 k.p.h)
Do not over-ballast the weight box, resulting in the loss of front steering and jeopardize
the tractors stability. In extreme cases front counter balancing may be required.
When not in use the BA-600 Super-Ject three point hitch model attachment should have
all the legs extended down and the safety pins engaged. This prevents the aerator from
tipping over when detached from the tractor and damaging the machine or its tines.
When working under or around the tines, the frame must be supported by the legs
provided and/or the trailing kit.
Prior to lowering and unhitching the aerator, lower jack legs and insert jack safety pins.
Remove all tools, parts and maintenance equipment from the weight tray after servicing
Always place the aerator in the “Transport Position” when moving extended distances.
The tractor used for the proper transportation of the unit should be equal in size and
horsepower to the tractor used for field operations.
Aerator transporters are not intended for highway operation.

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Shaft Installation Procedure
Out Board Bearings (Figure #1)
1. Identify and check that all the loose components are included in the box. Check the shaft
for the identifying mark. This is stamped into the end of the shaft.
2. Fully extend the jack legs. A block under the jack legs may be required to allow sufficient
clearance when installing shafts with long tines.
3. Position the shaft into the aerator main frame, locating the tine shaft stub ends in the
notches of the end plate (See Figure #1). Slip the bearings over the stub shaft.
4. Locate the 4 holes and insert the bolts from the outside of the end plates through the
bearing, secure with stover nuts and torque to 60-65ft.lbs. Repeat the same procedure for
the other end of the tine shaft.
5. Tighten the 8 nuts and bolts and install the nylon insert nuts. Thread the nylon insert nuts
up to the locking collars. Thread the nylon insert shaft and nuts up to the inner race of
bearing. Do not overtighten shaft and nuts.
Note: Position the grease fitting with the grease nipple pointing towards the rear of the
aerator (See Figure #1).
FIGURE #1
Item #
Part #
Description
Qty.
1
08541
Shaft Assembly
1
2
08548
Bearing
2
3
08536
Jam Lock Nut
2
4
11223
1/2” – 20 x 2-1/2” Hex Bolt
6
5
08549
1/2” – 20 Stover Nut
6
6
08036
Grease Nipple
2

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Three Point Hitch Attachment Procedure
1. Prior to hitching to the BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator, it must be held in an upright, level
position by the jack legs.
2. Back the tractor up until the lower link arm ball joint in inside the aerator double lugs.
(See Figure #2)
3. Install the proper class of link pins supplied to retain both lower link arms.
Note: 7/8” flat washers must be on both ends of the hitch pins.
4. Attach the upper link (turnbuckle or hydraulic top link) between the aerator double lugs,
using the proper class of top link pin and lynch pin.
5. Once the BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator is attached, adjust the lateral limiters, or sway
chains/bars, using the turnbuckles, to remove slack in the lower link arms. Make sure that
the unit is squared to the tractor and has no side sway when raised or lowered.
FIGURE #1
Direction of Travel
Rotation
Note: Re-torque every 8 hours of travel

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6. Lift the BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator hydraulically; completely retract the jack legs.
Warning: Tines are sharp. To avoid injury, keep hands and feet away from the tine
shafts
7. Lower the BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator to the ground; adjust the top link turnbuckle or
hydraulic top link until the aerator’s mast is perpendicular to the ground.
Note: This adjustment will ensure that the aerator will be in the correct position, both
vertical and level when operating.
8. From the rear of the BA-6100 Aerator, add ballast to the weight box frame until full depth
tine penetration into the ground is achieved. The amount of the ballast weight required
will be determined by soil type, moisture content and the amount of compaction present.
Warning: Maximum ballast weight is 1600lbs.
Three Point Hitch

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Operating the Super-Ject Aerator
We want you to obtain the best performance from your new Bannerman BA-6100 Super-Ject
Aerator. If you have any difficulty in carrying out the following instructions please contact us or
your local representative or dealer.
To operate the Super-Ject Aerator:
Danger: Contact with buried gas, electrical cable or irrigation pipes can result in
serious injury or death. Know the location of these underground obstructions prior
to aerating an area.
1. Lower the aerator into the ground with the tines at full depth penetration (or partial
penetration if so desired by the operator).
2. Drive the tractor at speeds which are safe) tractor stability and steering ability is
maintained) and comfortable for the operator.
Caution: Excessive tractor speed or radical operation when turning can endanger vehicle
operation and operator safety.
3. Do not make sharp turns with the tines in the ground. The tines must be lifted out of the
ground when making turns.
4. Severely compacted traffic areas may have to be aerated several times in 30 degrees cross
section patterns.
5. When the BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator is not in use, remove the jack retaining pin, extend
the leg to the maximum extension, re-insert the jack pin. Always use the extended jack
legs for safe storage.
Warning, Please Note:
Never operate the tractor if the front steering is in adequate or light in the front end.
If the combined weight if the aerator and the ballast exceeds the hydraulic lift capabilities
of the tractor’s Three Point Hitch, then a tow behind unit is to be used.
Excessive ballast in the weight box will result in loss of tractor stability and the loss of
steering ability on Three Point Hitch. In these extreme cases, front counter-balancing is
required.
Insure that all weight used as either ballast, or counter balancing is properly secured.
In excessive stony conditions reduce ballast, operating speed, and ensure hitch arms are
in “float” slots on hitch or aerator.

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BA-6100 Legs and Pins Diagram
BA-6100 Legs and Pins Parts List
Item #
Part #
Description
Qty.
1
15116
Hitch Pin w/Chain and Lynch Pin
2
2
08535
Clevis Pin
4
3
08542
Jack Leg
4
4
08174
Hair Pin
4

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BA-6100 Roller Kit Parts Diagram

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BA-6100 Roller Kit Parts List
Item No.
Part No.
Part Description
Qty.
1
15026
Roller, 3' Half
2
2
08518
Roller Arm
1
3
08175
Link - Adjusting
1
4
08517
Pivot Assembly 7/8"
1
5
08516
R/H Pivot Block
1
6
08520
Chain, Suspension 5/16" X 16 Link
2
7
08171
Chain, Shackle
4
8
08173
Pin, Long
1
9
08152
Pin, Short
1
10
15045
Pin, Lynch
4
11
15111
Bolt, 5/8"-11x3”
2
12
04038
Nut, Nylon Insert 5/8"-11
8
13
02024
Washer, 3/8" Flat SAE
14
14
03022
Nut, Nylon Insert 3/8"-16
10
15
15042
Washer, 3/4" Lock
2
16
15041
Bolt, 3/4"-10 X 2" HHC
2
17
08519
Frame, BA-6100 Roller
1
18
15016
Scraper - Bar
1
19
15024
Rubber - Scraper
1
20
15017
Scraper - Clamp
1
21
03016
Bolt, 3/8"-16X1" HHC
4
22
03057
Bolt, 5/16"-18 X 1.5
8
23
02005
Washer, 5/16" SAE
8
24
02004
Nut, Nylon Insert 5/16"-18
8
25
03057
Washer, 3/8" Lock
4
26
15027
Bearing, Roller
2
27
15025
Shaft Roller
1
28
06037
Washer, 3/4" Flat SAE
2
29
11258
Washer, 7/8" Flat SAE
2
30
15019
Collar - Roller
2
31
11225
Bolt - 1/2"-13 X 1.75" HHC
2
32
03024
Nut - 1/2"-13 Nylon Insert
2
33
03032
Washer - 1/2" Flat SAE
2

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BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator
Core Tine Parts Diagram

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BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator
Core Tine Parts List
Item #
Part #
Description
Qty.
1
08540
Frame Assembly
1
2
08542
Leg
4
3
08535
Clevis Pin; Leg
4
4
08174
Hitch Pin
4
5
08562
Core Tine Reel Plate
10
6
08534
Reel Bearing
2
7
08537
Reel Shaft Washer
2
8
08533
Reel Nylock Nut
2
9
11239
Hex Head Cap Screw 1/2 -13 X 2 1/4
8
10
08549
Stover Lock Nut
8
11
15111
Bolt; Reel Support 5/8-11 X 3
2
12
04038
Nylon Insert Nut 5/8-11
2

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BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator
Core Tine Reel Diagram
Core Tine Reel Diagram Parts List
Item #
Part #
Description
Qty.
1
08567
Reel Shaft
1
2
08562
Tine Wheel Sub-Assembly
10
3
08566
Tine Wheel Spacer
8
4
08563
Reel Shaft Center Support
1
5
08569
Turn Buckle Sub-Assembly
2
6
15113
Hex Head Bolt, 1/2 –13 X 1 1/4
2
7
03024
Hex Nylon Insert Nut, 1/2 –13
2
8
08568
Bronze Bushing –Tine Plate
20

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BA-6100 Super-Ject Aerator
Tine Wheel Assembly Diagram
Tine Wheel Assembly Parts List
Item #
Part #
Description
Qty.
1
08562
Tine Wheel Sub-Assembly
1
2
08115
3/4” Core Tine
10
3
08085
Saddle
20
4
08086
U-Bolt
10
5
08087
Stover Flange Nut
20
6
08036
Grease Fitting
1

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