imants RotoKnife Mini User manual

RotoKnife Mini
Manual
998-353-0
Original document

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RotoKnife mini
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Illustration 1: Type plate
See Position of the warning stickers and type plate on the machineon page 15 for the
exact location of the type plate on the .
Keep the details of your type plate in a safe location. If you have any questions about your
RotoKnife mini or wish to order parts, those specific details will allow us to help you quickly
and efficiently.
Carefully read the full contents of this document. A failure to do so may result in serious
injury or damage to the RotoKnife mini. Keep this document in a safe place. Always ensure
that everybody who uses the RotoKnife mini or performs maintenance on it has read and
understood the contents of this document.

Table of contents 5
Table of contents
1 Foreword........................................................................................................................................7
2 Safety instructions....................................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Explanation of pictograms...................................................................................................... 8
2.1.1 Hazard indications.......................................................................................................... 8
2.1.2 Meanings of pictograms................................................................................................. 9
2.1.3 Meanings of operating pictograms............................................................................... 10
2.2 General safety instructions................................................................................................... 11
2.3 Warning stickers on the machine.........................................................................................13
2.4 Position of the warning stickers and type plate on the machine.......................................... 15
2.5 Operator’s responsibilities.................................................................................................... 16
3 Residual risks............................................................................................................................. 17
4 General description of machine............................................................................................... 18
5 Machine specifications.............................................................................................................. 19
5.1 RotoKnife_Mini...................................................................................................................... 19
6 Loading and unloading the machine....................................................................................... 20
7 Putting the machine into operation..........................................................................................21
7.1 Assembly RotoKnife mini Supported....................................................................................22
7.2 Assembly RotoKnife mini Drawn.......................................................................................... 23
8 Transport..................................................................................................................................... 26
9 Working with the machine.........................................................................................................27
9.1 Tractor settings..................................................................................................................... 28
9.2 Coupling the machine...........................................................................................................29
9.3 Coupling a drawn machine...................................................................................................30
9.4 Machine settings...................................................................................................................31
9.4.1 Carousel........................................................................................................................31
9.4.2 Ballast........................................................................................................................... 34
9.5 Starting and stopping work and settings..............................................................................35
9.6 Uncoupling the machine....................................................................................................... 36
9.7 Uncoupling a drawn machine...............................................................................................37
10 Maintenance of the machine................................................................................................... 38
10.1 Daily inspection...................................................................................................................38
10.2 Wear parts.......................................................................................................................... 39
10.2.1 ReplaceCoulter discs Carousel.................................................................................. 39
10.2.2 Replacing the spiker R14 discs..................................................................................40
10.2.3 Replacing the spiker R15 discs..................................................................................42

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11 Cleaning..................................................................................................................................... 44
12 Decommissioning..................................................................................................................... 45
13 Warranty.....................................................................................................................................46
14 Appendix/Appendices.............................................................................................................. 47
15 CE declaration...........................................................................................................................48

Foreword 7
1Foreword
First of all, we would like to congratulate you on purchasing a Imants® machine. You have
chosen a high-quality product. If used correctly, your machine will bring you many years of
enjoyment.
This Manual is an important document to ensure the machine is used correctly. It contains all the
information required to use the machine safely and optimally.
We recommend that you read this Manual thoroughly and that you study and follow all the
instructions before using the machine for the first time. The illustrations used in this Manual may
differ from the configuration of your machine; they are merely intended to explain a working
principle.
Please contact your point of sale/dealer should there be any questions or ambiguities as regards
this Manual.
We update our manuals regularly. Your suggestions help us to make our manuals even more user
friendly. You can e-mail your suggestions to [email protected] with ‘manuals’ in the subject line.
Imants® BV accepts no responsibility whatsoever for any damage or consequential damage due
to the incorrect use of the machine.
For this Manual, it is a “Original document”.

Safety instructions 8
2Safety instructions
The machine has been carefully designed and professionally built to allow it to be worked with
safely. The CE Declaration confirms this. There are always however hazards and safety risks that
cannot be excluded. The functions of the machine and its operation by the operator give rise to
these hazards and risks.
This chapter covers the safety instructions and precautions, how these are brought to your
attention and with which the operator must comply. It is extremely important that you are properly
familiar with the safety instructions and rules and that you respect them in all circumstances!
2.1Explanation of pictograms
Pictograms are present under many headings in this manual. Symbols have also been applied to
the machine. In this chapter, you can see what these pictograms and symbols mean, what they
refer to, or what they are warning you about.
2.1.1Hazard indications
The symbols below indicate a possible danger of personal injury. The symbol is composed of an
equilateral triangle surrounding an exclamation mark.
Warning pictograms that are used in the Manual but are not present on the machine as stickers.
Warns of hazardous situations which must be avoided absolutely and are likely to result in
death or serious injury.
Warns of a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could lead to death or serious injury.
Warns of a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could lead to slight or more significant
injury.
This symbol is not a hazard symbol but rather an information symbol.
Provides additional information aimed at facilitating or improving the use of the machine.

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2.1.2Meanings of pictograms
Below, you can see what the illustrations in the manual mean, what they refer to, or what they are
warning you about.
Danger of personal injury Fire hazard
Hot surfaces Trapping risk
Moving parts Leakage
Explosive substances Safety footwear
Hearing protection Gloves
Eye protection Clothing stipulations
Document reference Use of tools
Material use Read the manual
Danger of becoming trapped due to
being present within the lifting range Danger of becoming trapped due to the machine lowering unintentionally
Danger from hydraulic oil under high
pressure as a result of leaking hydraulic
hoses! Max. hydraulic system pressure
Unintentional starting and rolling away
of the machine Recycle
Acceptable, correct Unacceptable, wrong
Use lifting hook Visual inspection

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2.1.3Meanings of operating pictograms
Operating pictograms indicate schematically what action must be taken or what setting must be
chosen.
The summary below includes all possible pictograms, which does not mean they are all used in
this Manual:
On Off
Hitch tension adjustment Hitch position adjustment
Hitch downwards Hitch upwards
Hitch working depth Pressure gauge
PTO on PTO off
PTO 1000 rpm PTO 540 rpm
Front wheel drive Direction of travel
Engage gear Engine speed down
Engine speed up Ram in floating position
Ram in Ram out

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2.2General safety instructions
The user must hold a valid tractor driving licence in order to operate the machine.
The user must be at least 16 years old, unless the local legislation stipulates a higher
minimum age. The higher age limit shall prevail.
The user of the machine is responsible at all times for compliance with local safety
regulations and guidelines.
The user must have read through the whole contents of this manual and must follow to the
letter the instructions therein.
Keep this manual and within reach.
Use the machine solely for the purpose it was designed for.
The machine may only be used and maintained by persons who are familiar with the
machine and have been made aware of the risks. No-one who could not be expected to
make correct use of the machine is to be permitted to commission or operate the machine.
No one should be standing between the machine and the tractor while these are being
coupled or uncoupled.
All safety facilities must be assembled on to the machine and be in good conditions. Never
remove or open a guard when the machine is running.
Always follow the specifications and requirements set by the manufacturer of the tractor in
relation to its use. Please refer to Tractor manual.
Always comply with the requirements regarding the maximum load of the front and rear
axles, given by the tractor manufacturer.

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Standing on or within the range of the machine during work is prohibited. This also applies
during transport.
The maximum load of the tractor tyres, given by the tyre manufacturer, should not be
exceeded during operation of the machine.
Warning labels should always be legible.
Work may only be carried out under a raised machine if the machine has been properly
supported.
For reasons of quality and safety, only use original Imants® parts.
Maintain the machine as indicated later in the manual. Only perform this work when the
machine is at a complete stop. Remove the key from the tractor’s ignition.
Modifications, additions or developments on or to the machine are not allowed without the
written permission of Imants BV. This includes welding on load bearing parts. Without this
written authorisation, Imants BV’s responsibility for the CE marking is invalidated and is
passed on to the buyer.

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2.3Warning stickers on the machine
See Position of the warning stickers and type plate on the machineon page 15 for the
position of the warning stickers.
The warning stickers below can be found on the machine.
Crushing hazard. Keep hands and fingers away from the exposed, moving
parts of the machine!
It could cause serious physical injury with the possible loss of a hand or an arm.
Keep your hands and arms away from the hazardous area while the tractor
engine is running and the PTO drive shaft and/or hydraulic system are
connected.
Danger of fingers and/or hands being cut/torn off altogether. Keep away
from exposed moving parts that are part of the work process!
It could cause serious injury, possibly leading to the loss of body parts.
•Never insert your hands or arms into the hazardous area while the
tractor’s engine is running and the PTO drive shaft and/or hydraulic
system are connected.
•Wait until the machine’s moving parts have come to a complete standstill
before you reach into the hazardous area with your hand and/or arm.
Read and observe the operating instructions and safety regulations before
you operate the machine.
Risk of the tractor and machine unexpectedly being started and rolling
away while work is being carried out on the machine, such as installation,
set-up, troubleshooting, cleaning, maintenance and repair work.
There is a risk of serious injury or even death.
•Before any intervention on the machine, protect the tractor and the
machine against being unintentionally started and against unintentional
rolling away.
•Read the relevant sections in the user manual and follow the
instructions.

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Danger of feet being cut or torn off altogether. Keep away from exposed
moving parts that are part of the work process!
It could cause serious injury, possibly leading to the loss of body parts.
•Keep your feet away from the hazardous area while the tractor engine is
running and the PTO drive shaft and/or hydraulic system are connected.
•Wait until the machine’s moving parts come to a complete standstill
before you place your foot in the hazardous area.

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2.4Position of the warning stickers and type plate on the
machine
Warning labels should always be legible.
The illustration below shows where the safety stickers and type plate are to be found on the
machine
Illustration 2: Position of the pictograms and type plate

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2.5Operator’s responsibilities
It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure the machine is used safely. If the operator does not
obey the safety instructions and rules, serious physical injury and major damage to the machine
and the surroundings could be the result.
The operator must
•always be trained and qualified to operate the machine,
•remain alert and avoid hazardous situations,
•always conduct an inspection before use,
•conduct functional tests,
•check the workplace,
•keep bystanders at a safe distance,
•use the machine only for its intended purpose,
•wear the correct protective equipment and work clothing,
•not work under the influence of medicines, alcohol or drugs,
•be fully aware of the safety and usage rules, and
•know what the local government and official body instructions and rules are.

Residual risks 17
3Residual risks
The people operating the machine are responsible for ensuring the work is carried out
safely.
Every machine has inherent hazards. It is therefore always recommended to exercise the
greatest caution when working.
Even if all the safety precautions are taken and the machine is used in accordance with the
regulations, there are still residual risks:
Residual risks
•Contact with rotating parts of the machine.
•Material being ejected from the machine, which may cause an injury.
•Hinged parts, which may cause body parts being pinched.
•Human errors (e.g. fatigue, mental overload, etc.)

General description of machine 18
4General description of machine
The machine has been designed for professional use:
•On sports fields and golf courses
The machine is constructed as follows: Some parts are available as an optional extra.
The machine consists of a frame to which the parts listed below are attached:
•Wheel set
•Coupling point of towed machine
•Running rollers
•Carousel with coulter discs
Table 1:
Depending on the model, the machine functions are as follows:
•Restoring/maintaining stretches of grass
•Cutting through the turf and/or thatch at adjustable depth
•Combating cockchafer grubs and/or leatherjackets
•Towing a machine
A tractor provides the power needed to drive and tow the machine.
The machine is operated from the tractor driver’s seat
The tractor’s three-point hitch is used to couple up the machine. The machine is fitted with coupling
points for a tractor with a lifting hitch of Category 1

Machine specifications 19
5Machine specifications
5.1RotoKnife_Mini
RotoKnife Mini Wheel set
Dimensions
Working width [mm] (") 1500 59.1 1500 59.1
Machine width [mm] (") 1725 67.9 2350 92.5
Machine length [mm] (") 1200 47.2 2200 86.6
Machine height (on legs) [mm] (") 950 37.4 475 18.7
Weight
Machine weight [kg] (lbs) 485 1521 80 175
Ballast [kg] (lbs) 120 265
Working speed
Max. working speed [Km/h] (mph) 10 6.2 10 6.2
Working depth
Max. working depth See
settings :
Carousel
See
settings :
Carousel
Power
Min. power [KW(pK)] 22(30) 22(30)
Max. power [KW(pK)] 30(40) 30(40)
Supply lines
Max. hydraulic pressure [bar] (psi) 200 2900
Noise level
Noise level dB(A) < 80 < 80

Loading and unloading the machine 20
6Loading and unloading the machine
Never go under a hoisted-up machine.
Use only approved lifting equipment (wire ropes, belts, chains, etc.) that:
•have a permissible load that is greater than the weight of the machine, see type
plate
•do not have any defects.
Only qualified personnel should hoist machines.
The machine’s centre of gravity is indicated by the symbol: This is for a standard
machine without options