J&M Torsion Flex User manual

J&M Manufacturing Co, Inc
284 Railroad Street - P.O. Box 547 | Fort Recovery, OH 45846 | Ph: [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.jm-inc.com
Rev. 5.19.2021
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MODEL
Manual
Torsion Flex Soil Conditioner TF2
TF212
TF215

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To The Dealer ..............................................................................................4
Serial Number .............................................................................................5
General Information .......................................................................................5
Serial Number Location ....................................................................................5
Safety Rules................................................................................................6
Bolt Torque Chart ..........................................................................................7
Stud and Wheel Nut Torque Specications ..................................................................7
Setup Instructions .........................................................................................8
Coil Tine Pipe Bar and Round Bar Bracket Layout ...........................................................13
Specications.............................................................................................14
Operations ...............................................................................................15
Transporting..............................................................................................16
Unhitching ...............................................................................................16
Field Adjustments.........................................................................................16
Storage...................................................................................................17
Service ...................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................17
Decals ....................................................................................................18
Light Harness .............................................................................................19
Wing Prop ................................................................................................19
A-Frame Assembly ........................................................................................20
Main Frame Assembly.....................................................................................22
Wing Assembly and Connections ..........................................................................24
Main Wheel and Wing Wheel Assembly ....................................................................26
Torsion Arm...............................................................................................27
Rolling Basket.............................................................................................28
Coil Tine Pipe and Round Bar Bracket ......................................................................29
TF212, TF215 (1 Set of Hoses) ..............................................................................30
TF212, TF215 (2 Sets of Hoses) .............................................................................31
TF212, TF215 with Lift Assist (1 Set of Hoses) ...............................................................32
TF212, TF215 Equipped with Lift Assist (2 Sets of Hoses) ....................................................34
TF2 (12’ to 18’Working Width) .............................................................................36
Table Of Contents

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TO THE DEALER
Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists are completed
before releasing equipment to the owner.
The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration found on the Dealer Portal website located at dealer.jm-inc.com and return it to J&M
Mfg. Co., Inc. at the address indicated on the form. Warranty claims will be denied if the Warranty Registration has not been submitted.
EXPRESS WARRANTY:
J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. warrants against defects in construction or materials for a period of ONE year. We reserve the right to inspect and
decide whether material or construction was faulty or whether abuse or accident voids our guarantee.
Warranty service must be performed by a dealer or service center authorized by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. to sell and/or service the type of
product involved, which will use only new or remanufactured parts or components furnished by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. Warranty service will
be performed without charge to the purchaser for parts or labor based on the Warranty Labor Times schedule. Under no circumstance
will allowable labor times extend beyond the maximum hours indicated in the Warranty Labor Times schedule for each warranty
procedure. The purchaser will be responsible, however, for any service call and/or transportation of the product to and from the dealer
or service center’s place of business, for any premium charged for overtime labor requested by the purchaser, and for any service and/or
maintenance not directly related to any defect covered under the warranty. Costs associated with equipment rental, product down time,
or product disposal are not warrantable and will not be accepted under any circumstance.
Each warranty term begins on the date of product delivery to the purchaser. Under no circumstance will warranty be approved unless (i)
the product warranty registration card has been properly completed and submitted to the equipment manufacturer, and (ii) a warranty
authorization number has been issued by the equipment manufacturer. This Warranty is eective only if the warranty registration card is
returned within 30 days of purchase.
This warranty does not cover a component which fails, malfunctions or is damaged as a result of (i) improper modication or repair, (ii)
accident, abuse or improper use, (iii) improper or insucient maintenance, or (iv) normal wear or tear. This warranty does not cover
products that are previously owned and extends solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or
otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way. J&M Mfg. Co.,
Inc. makes no Warranty, express or implied, with respect to tires or other parts or accessories not manufactured by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc.
Warranties for these items, if any, are provided separately by their respective manufacturers.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
In no event shall J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. be liable for special, direct, incidental or consequential damages of any kind. The exclusive remedy
under this Warranty shall be repair or replacement of the defective component at J&M Mfg. Co., Inc’s. option. This is the entire agreement
between J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. and the Owner about warranty and no J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. employee or dealer is authorized to make any
additional warranty on behalf of J&M Mfg. Co., Inc.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make product design and material changes at any time without notice. They shall not incur any
obligation or liability to incorporate such changes and improvements in products previously sold to any customer, nor shall they be
obligated or liable for the replacement of previously sold products with products or parts incorporating such changes.
SERVICE:
The equipment you have purchased has been carefully manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use. Like all mechanical
products, it will require cleaning and maintenance. Lubricate the unit as specied. Observe all safety information in this manual and
safety signs on the equipment.
For service, your authorized J&M dealer has trained mechanics, genuine J&M service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to
handle all your needs.
Use only genuine J&M service parts. Substitute parts may void warranty and may not meet standards required for safety and satisfactory
operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces provided:
Model No: TF2, TF212, TF215 Serial No: ________________________ Date of Purchase: ____________
Purchased From: ________________________________________________________________________________
Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.
To The Dealer

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Serial Number______________________
Model Number_____________________
Standard practice when ordering parts or obtaining information from your dealer requires the serial number and model number. Have
numbers available before making contact.
Serial Number
Serial Number Location
TO THE OWNER:
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your soil conditioner in a safe manner. Read it carefully. It
furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance and help maintain safe operating
conditions. If this machine is used by an employee or is loaned or rented, make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating:
1. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
2. Reviews and understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.
Throughout this manual, the term IMPORTANT is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment. The terms
CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol, (a triangle with an exclamation mark), to indicate
the degree of hazard for items of personal safety. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
This Safety-Alert symbol indicates a hazard and means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury,
and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.
Indicates helpful information.
IMPORTANT
NOTE
General Information

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ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our eorts to provide safe equipment can
be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, judgment, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating is instructed in safe and proper use and reviews and understands the manual(s)
pertaining to this machine. Also make certain that the operator(s) reviews and understands the operator’s manual of the tow vehicle
prior to hooking up or operating the NitroGro Applicator.
Read this manual before you operate this machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual, or need more information, contact
the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.
Note: The right and the left hand sides of the implement are determined by facing the same direction that the applicator will travel when
moving forward.
SAFETY
Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons is measured by how you service, and operate this machine. Know the positions
and functions of all controls before you try to operate them. Make sure to check all controls in a safe area before starting your work.
The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, federal, state or local laws. Make certain your machine has the
proper equipment as designated by local laws and regulations.
A frequent cause of personal injury or death is from persons falling o equipment and being run over. Do not permit persons to ride on
this machine.
Travel speeds should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all times. Where possible, avoid operating near
ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes and rough, slick or muddy surfaces.
Collision of high speed road trac and slow moving machines can cause personal injury or death. On roads, use asher lights according
to local laws. Keep slow-moving-vehicle emblem visible. Pull over to let faster trac pass.
Keep all safety shields in place.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts while unit is in operation.
Make sure that everyone is clear of equipment before applying power or moving the machine.
Make sure that the implement is fastened securely to the tractor by using the proper hitch pin, clip and safety chains.
Do NOT exceed speeds in excess of 20 MPH. Also be sure slow moving vehicle emblem is attached to rear of transport.
Before unhooking the implement from the towing unit, be sure to properly block the wheels to prevent the implement from moving. Be
sure the jack assembly is positioned in the park position and the weight has been transferred to the jack assembly before unhooking the
implement.
Avoid high pressure uids. Escaping uid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Always relieve pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic lines. Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for leaks. Use wood or cardboard instead of hands.
Keep all components in good repair.
Safety Rules

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Bolt Torque Chart
TIGHTENING WHEEL NUTS: During initial operation of the Soil Conditioner, tighten 1/2”-20 gauge wheel studs and nuts to torque 80
ft-lbs. Check for proper torque after every 10 hours of use. Failure to do so may damage wheel nut seats. Once seats are damaged, it will
become impossible to keep nuts tight.
SAE Fasteners
Always tighten hardware to these values unless a dierent torque or tightening procedure is listed for specic application. Fasteners must
always be replaced with the same grade as specied in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make
sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly. Use these values when tightening all bolts and nuts with
the exception of wheel nuts.
Stud and Wheel Nut Torque Specications
Stud Tightening Torque
1/2”-20 80 ft-lbs
9/16”-18 170 ft-lbs
5/8”-18 350 ft-lbs
3/4”-16 400 ft-lbs
20mm 475 ft-lbs
22mm 640 ft-lbs
Always tighten hardware to these values unless a dierent torque or tightening procedure is listed for specic application. Fasteners must
always be replaced with the same grade as specied in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make
sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly. Use these values when tightening all studs and wheel
nuts.
Coarse Thread Series
Grade 5 Grade 8
Diameter and Pitch (Inches) Dry Oiled Dry Oiled
1/4”-20 8 ft-lbs 6 ft-lbs 12 ft-lbs 9 ft-lbs
5/16”-18 17 13 25 18
3/8”-16 31 23 44 33
7/16”-14 49 37 70 52
1/2”-13 75 57 106 80
9/16”-12 109 82 154 115
5/8”-11 150 113 212 159
3/4”-10 267 200 376 282
7/8”-9 429 322 606 455
1”-8 644 483 909 681
Fine Thread Series
Diameter and Pitch (Inches) Dry Oiled Dry Oiled
1/4”-28 10 ft-lbs 7 ft-lbs 14 ft-lbs 10 ft-lbs
5/16”-24 19 15 27 20
3/8”-24 35 26 49 37
7/16”-20 55 41 78 58
1/2”-20 85 64 120 90
9/16”-18 121 91 171 128
5/8”-18 170 127 240 180
3/4”-16 297 223 420 315
7/8”-14 474 355 669 502

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Setup Instructions
If your J&M Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner is shipped with components partially assembled. Hardware is required to connect
the Base Wheel Assembly, Main Base Frame Assembly, Wing Frames and Tongue Assembly should already be secured to the
components at the point of attachment.
The hydraulic cylinders have the ttings already installed and are secured to the base wheel assembly. The hydraulic hoses and
light harness wires should be inserted into the component tubing and simply require the ends to be connected.
Each basket frame should have the rolling baskets and torsion ex arm installed. Refer to the Basket Size and Layout, located on
the right side of the chart on page 5 of the Operator’s Manual for recommended basket layout. Be sure the baskets with the 3” x 3”
Torsion Bars are secure to the Main Base Unit and the baskets with the smaller 2-1/2”x 2-1/2”Torsion Bars are secured to the side
wings.
Tongue Assembly
Base Wheel
Assembly
Optional Lift Assist
Wheel Assembly
Optional Lift Assist
Wheel Assembly
Base Wheel
Assembly
Right Wing Frame Left Wing Frame
Main Base Frame
Wing Unit Baskets
2-1/2” x 2-1/2”Torsion Arm
Wing Unit Baskets
2-1/2” x 2-1/2”Torsion Arm
Base Unit Baskets
3” x 3”Torsion Arm

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Setup Instructions
Wheel Arm Weldment
Attach the wheel are weldment to the main frame.
Use a 1-1/4”x 9 “ hex bolt and 1-1/4” hex nut.
Tighten hardware.
Wheel & Tire Assembly
Attach the wheel and tire assembly using (6) 1/2”wheel nuts.
Align the wheel and hub and tighten the wheel nuts in a
star pattern to 80 ft lbs. Check the wheel nuts periodically
to ensure they remain tight.
Lift Cylinder
Attach the lift cylinder to the main frame using a 1”x 5” hex bolt
and a 1” nylon locking hex nut. Attach the lift cylinder to the
wheel arm weldment using a 1”x 3-1/2”clevis pin and (2) cotter
pins. Fasten hardware once secured. Install the cylinder lock,
fasten with provided lynch pin.
Turnbuckle
Secure one end of the turn buckle assembly to the top of
the main frame as shown using one 1”x 3-1/2” clevis pin and
cotter pin.
Lift Cylinder
Wheel & Tire Assembly
Cylinder Lock
Wheel Arm Weldment
Turnbuckle
Tongue Weldment
A-Frame
Tongue Pin
Hose Holder Rod
A-Frame Weldment
Connect the A-Frame to the Base Unit. Use (2) 1-1/4”x
6” hex bolts and (2) 1-1/4” nylon locking hex nuts. Both
bolts face the inside of the A-frame. Fasten hardware
once secured.
Turnbuckle
Secure the other end of the turn buckle assembly to
the top of the A-frame using a 1”x 3-1/2” clevis pin and
cotter pin.
Tongue Weldment
Slide Tongue Weldment inside the A-frame. Secure
with 1” x 8” tongue pin. Attach Hose Holder Rod to the
Tongue Weldment. Fasten with 3/8” x 3/4” hex bolt.
Fasten hardware once secured.
Hydraulic Hoses & Light Harness
Depending on your model go to pages 28-34 to nd
the destination of each hydraulic hose. Connect the
A-Frame harness to the Main Frame harness. Secure
with zip-ties.
WARNING: Before attaching the cylinders to the wing linkage, charge the cylinders with hydraulic oil to bleed all air out of the system, and then check
for any leaks. Failure to do so could cause erratic, sudden movement of the wings which could damage the equipment and cause serious injury or death.

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Setup Instructions
Base Unit Baskets
Attach the 3’Heavy Torsion arms to the rolling basket. Secure
with 1” x 6-1/2” hex bolt and 1” nylon locking hex nut. Fasten
hardware once secured. (Rocker Pads may need installed. Use
4-1/8” x 4-1/2” x 5/8” U-Bolt and (2) 5/8” nylon locking hex
nuts.)
Make sure the baskets are symmetrically placed on
the Base Unit Main Frame and have a 1-1/2” clearance
between baskets.
NOTE: Be sure the basket assemblies with the 3” x 3” torsion
arms are secured to the Base Unit Main Frame. The rolling
basket assemblies for the side wings have a smaller 2-1/2” x
2-1/2” torsion arm.
Attach the torsion arm - rolling basket assembly to the main
frame. Secure each torsion arm with (2) 5/8” x 4” x 6” U-bolts
and a 5/8” centerlock hex nut. Fasten hardware once secured.
1-3/4” x 6-3/8” 4”Wing Pin 1-3/4”x 5”
Wing Frame
Wing Rest
Jack Stand Weldment
Jack Stand
1/2” x 1-1/2”
Rolling Basket
Torsion Arms
3” x 3”
5/8” x 4” x 6”
U-Bolts
Rocker Pad
Wing Frame
Attach the Wing Frames to the Main Frame. For each wing
use:
• 1-3/4” x 6-3/8” Welded Pin
• 1-3/4”x 5”Welded Pin
• (2) 1-3/4” Hex Nuts
• 4”Wing Pin
• (4) Roll Pins
Once secured, fasten hardware.
Wing Rest
Attach a Wing Rest weldment to each wing. Secure using (4)
1/2” x 1-1/4” hex bolts and (4) 1/2” centerlock hex nuts.
Once secured, fasten hardware.
Jack Stand
Secure the Jack Stand Weldment to the Main Frame using (5)
1/2” x 1-1/2” hex bolts and (5) 1/2” centerlock hex nuts. Fasten
hardware once secured. Attach the jack stand to the support
arm using the supplied pin.

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Rolling Basket
Torsion Arms
2½” x 2½”
Wing Baskets
Attach the 2’Light Torsion arms to the rolling basket. Secure
with 1” x 6-1/2” hex bolt and 1” nylon locking hex nut. Fasten
hardware once secured. (Rocker Pads may need installed. Use
4-1/8” x 4-1/2” x 5/8” U-Bolt and (2) 5/8” nylon locking hex
nuts.) Make sure the wing baskets are placed according to the
v.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the wing baskets closest to the
baskets on the Base Unit baskets have a clearance of 2”.
The spacing between each wing baskets should have a
clearance of 1-1/2”.
Attach each torsion arm - rolling basket assembly to the wing.
Secure each torsion arm with (2) 5/8”x 4”x 6” U-bolts and (4)
5/8” centerlock hex nuts.
⁄” x 4” x 6”
U-Bolts
Tire & Wheel Assembly
Wing Arm Weldment
Hydraulic
Cylinder
Wing Arm
Mount
Bracket
1” x 5” Hex Bolt 1¼” x 10” Hex Bolt
½” x 6” Hex Bolt
1” x 3½” Clevis Pin
NOTE: See “TF212, TF215 with Lift Assist (1 Set of Hoses)” on
page 32 or “TF212, TF215 Equipped with Lift Assist (2 Sets
of Hoses)” on page 34 for correct hydraulic cylinder layout.
Amber Light
Red Light
Rocker Pad
Optional Wing Wheels
Secure the Wing Arm Mount Bracket to the Wing. Place bracket
approximately 6”from the outside of the Wing. Secure using
(2) 1/2” x 6”hex bolts and (2) 1/2”centerlock hex nuts. Fasten
hardware once secured. Attach the Wing Arm Weldment to the
Mount Bracket. Secure with a 1-1/4”x 10”hex bolt and 1-1/4”
nylon locking hex nut. Attach the wheel and tire assembly using
(6) 1/2”wheel nuts.
Align the wheel and hub and tighten the wheel nuts in a star
pattern to 80 Ft. Lbs. Check the wheel nuts periodically to
ensure they remain tight.
Attach the hydraulic cylinder to the Wing Arm Weldment. Secure
with a 1”x 5”hex bolt, 1”nylon locking hex nut, 1” x 3-1/2” clevis
pin, and (2) cotter pins. Fasten hardware once secure. Install the
cylinder lock, fasten with provided lynch pin.
Lights and Light Brackets
Secure both Red Lights to the Main Frame using (4) 1/4” self
tapping screws for each light. Secure both Amber Lights and
Light Brackets to the Main Frame using (4) 1/4”x 5/8” hex bolts
and (4) 1/4” hex nuts per light. Connect all lights to the main
wiring harness. The main harness is installed and located inside
the frame. All remaining wiring needs to be stored inside the
frame.
Setup Instructions

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Coil Tine Spring Assembly
For part identication, “Coil Tine Pipe and Round Bar Bracket”
on page 29.
For layout help see“Coil Tine Pipe Bar and Round Bar Bracket
Layout” on page 13.
Attach the Coil Tine Spring Assembly to the main frame or
wing weldment.
Secure the Coil Tine Spring Assembly with (2) 1/2”x 4-1/8” x 5”
U-bolts and (4) 1/2” centerlock hex nuts. Fasten hardware once
secured.
½” x 4⁄” x 5” U-Bolt
Round Bar Assembly
Coil Tine Spring Assembly
Round Bar Assembly
For part identication, “Coil Tine Pipe and Round Bar Bracket”
on page 29.
For layout help see“Coil Tine Pipe Bar and Round Bar Bracket
Layout” on page 13.
Attach the Round Bar Assembly to the main frame or wing
weldment.
Secure the Round Bar Assembly with (2) 1/2”x 4-1/8”x 5”
U-bolts and (4) 1/2” centerlock hex nuts. Fasten hardware once
secured.
Setup Instructions

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Below is a recommended layout of the harrow pipe bar and round bar bracket lengths along the width of
the conditioner. Be sure the Harrow is properly and evenly spaced along the Base Unit Main Frame and Wing
Frames, making adjustments as necessary.
Round Bar Length & Layout
Working
Width
Side Wing Base Unit Side Wing
Model TF2
12’ 6’ 6’
13’ 4’ 5’ 4’
14’ 5’ 4’ 5’
15’ 5’ 5’ 5’
16’ 5’ 6’ 5’
17’ 6’ 5’ 6’
18’ 6’ 6’ 6’
Model TF212
20’ 4’ 6’ 6’ 4’
22’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’
23’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’
24’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’
26’ 7’ 6’ 6’ 7’
27’ 7’ 6’ 6’ 7’
28’ 4’ 4’ 6’ 6’ 4’ 4’
29’ 4’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 4’
30’ 4’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 4’
31’ 4’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 4’
32’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’
33’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’
34’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 5’
35’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 5’
Model TF215
36’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’
37’ 5’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 5’
38’ 5’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 5’
39’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 6’
40’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 6’
41’ 4’ 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’ 4’
42’ 4’ 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’ 4’
43’ 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’
44’ 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’
45’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’
Coil Tine Pipe Bar and Round Bar Bracket Layout

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Specications Basket Sizes & Layout
Working
Width
Transport
Width
Base
Width
Wings
Each
Approximate
Weight
Side Wing Base Unit Side Wing
Model TF2
12’ 12’ 12’ N/A 2,195 lbs 6’ 6’
13’ 13’ 12’ N/A 2,310 lbs 4’ 5’ 4’
14’ 14’ 14’ N/A 2,425 lbs 5’ 4’ 5’
15’ 15’ 14’ N/A 2,540 lbs 5’ 5’ 5’
16’ 16’ 16’ N/A 2,655 lbs 5’ 6’ 5’
17’ 17’ 16’ N/A 2,770 lbs 6’ 5’ 6’
18’ 18’ 18’ N/A 2,885 lbs 6’ 6’ 6’
Model TF212
20’ 13’5” 12’ 4’ 4,415 lbs 4’ 6’ 6’ 4’
22’ 13’5” 12’ 5’ 4,645 lbs 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’
23’ 13’5” 12’ 5’ 4,760 lbs 5’6” 6’ 6’ 5’6”
24’ 13’5” 12’ 6’ 4,875 lbs 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’
26’ 13’5” 12’ 7’ 5,105 lbs 3’6” 3’6” 6’ 6’ 3’6” 3’6”
27’ 13’5” 12’ 7’ 5,220 lbs 3’6” 4’ 6’ 6’ 4’ 3’6”
28’ 13’5” 12’ 8’ 5,335 lbs 4’ 4’ 6’ 6’ 4’ 4’
29’ 13’5” 12’ 8’ 5,450 lbs 3’6” 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 3’6”
30’ 13’5” 12’ 9’ 5,565 lbs 4’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 4’
31’ 13’5” 12’ 9’ 5,680 lbs 3’6” 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 3’6”
32’ 13’5” 12’ 10’ 5,795 lbs 5’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’
33’ 13’5” 12’ 10’ 5,910 lbs 5’6” 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’6”
34’ 13’5” 12’ 11’ 6,025 lbs 5’6” 5’6” 6’ 6’ 5’6” 5’6”
35’ 13’5” 12’ 11’ 6,140 lbs 5’6” 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 5’6”
Model TF215
36’ 15’5” 15’ 10’ 6,255 lbs 5’6” 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’6”
37’ 15’5” 15’ 11’ 6,370 lbs 5’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 5’
38’ 15’5” 15’ 11’ 6,485 lbs 5’6” 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 5’ 6”
39’ 15’5” 15’ 12’ 6,600 lbs 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 6’
40’ 15’5” 15’ 12’ 6,715 lbs 3’6” 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’ 3’6”
41’ 15’5” 15’ 13’ 6,830 lbs 4’ 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’ 4’
42’ 15’5” 15’ 13’ 6,945 lbs 3’6” 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 3’6”
43’ 15’5” 15’ 14’ 7,060 lbs 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’
44’ 15’5” 15’ 14’ 7,175 lbs 4’ 5’ 5’6” 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’6” 5’ 4’
45’ 15’5” 15’ 15’ 7,290 lbs 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’
Specications

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PREPARING THE TORSION-FLEX SOIL CONDITIONER
Before putting the soil conditioner into operation, check the machine for damaged or worn parts and replace as necessary.
Hardware
Make sure all hardware is properly fastened according to the Bolt Torque chart found in this manual. Recheck all hardware for
tightness after the unit has been operated for several hours. Check all pins and retaining rings are in good condition. Replace any
pins of retaining rings that are worn, damaged or missing.
Hydraulic Hoses
Check all the hydraulic hoses to make sure they are not rubbing against sharp edges or are kinked or twisted. Hoses should be
secured to the soil conditioner with nylon tie straps. Check hoses and tting for hydraulic leaks. Tighten or replace as necessary.
Lubrication
Lubricate the Torsion-Flex soil conditioner according to the “Service”on page 17.
Tires and Wheels
Check the tire pressure in the transport tires. The recommended air pressure is 46 PSI. Make sure the tire pressure is equal in all
tires. Make sure the wheel lug nuts are tightened to 80 Ft. Lbs. Check the wheel lug nuts before initial operation and after the unit
has been operated for several hours to ensure the lug nuts remain tight.
Adjusting the Inner Tongue
Before attaching the Torsion-Flex soil conditioner to your primary tillage tool, extend the inner tongue of the A-Frame Tongue
Assembly to ensure adequate turning clearance between the implements when turning. Adjust the Inner Tongue length by
removing the 1”x 8”Tongue Pin and Cotter Pin. Readjust the Inner Tongue to the appropriate setting and re-pin as before.
Attaching to the Primary Tillage Tool
Back the primary tillage tool into position and attach the soil conditioner to the implement using a high quality hitch pin and
clip and lock into place. Install a transport chain. Transport chain should have a minimum rating equal to the gross weight of
implement and all attachments. Use only ASABE approved chains. If the unit is parked in the transport position, turn the handle
on the jack stand after the soil conditioner has been connected to the primary tillage tool to remove pressure. Remove the Jack
Assembly from the storage position and re-pin to the transport position located on top of the Storage Extension Arm.
Unfolding the Wings / Removing the Transport Locks
It is recommended to unfold the side wings in the eld. Remove the wheel lift cylinder transport locks so the unit may be lowered
to the eld working position. Pin the transport locks on the back of the A-Frame Tongue Assembly for easy storage.
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Before the soil conditioner is transported, be sure to secure the Jack Assembly in the transport position located on the top of the
Storage Extension Arm.
The Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner will increase the overall length of the primary tillage tool. Use extreme caution when turning to
avoid obstacles. Reduce ground speed as necessary to maintain control of equipment.
Install hydraulic cylinder transport locks on the Base Unit wheels BEFORE
transporting.
Comply with ALL state and local laws governing highway safety and
regulations when moving machinery on public roads. Be sure an SMV
emblem is in place and clearly visible on the rear of the conditioner. Make
sure all lights are clearly visible and working properly BEFORE highway
travel. Be sure the amber, red and orange retroreective tape on the
implement is in place and clearly visible.
The transport speed should not exceed 10 MPH in the eld or over rough
terrain. Reduce transport speed when necessary to maintain full control of
the implement at all times.
WARNING – Before unhooking the soil conditioner, be sure to install the hydraulic cylinder transport locks. Reposition the jack
stand on the Storage Extension Arm to the parked position and lower the jack stand to the ground by turning the handle until
weight of the soil conditioner is transferred to the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the jack stand when lowering.
Remove the Hitch Pin and unhook the safety chains.
WARNING – Always relieve hydraulic system pressure before disconnecting hoses from tractor or servicing hydraulic system. See
the tractor’s operators manual for proper procedures. Disconnect the hydraulic hoses. Install dust covers over the hose plugs and
outlets.
The Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner is designed to provide an excellent seedbed when used in conjunction with you primary tillage
tool. For maximum performance in normal eld conditions, the soil conditioner should be used with the transport wheels in the
raised position to allow maximum transfer of weight to the rolling baskets.
With the wheels in the raised position, adjust the Turn Buckle Adjustment Bar until the wheels are approximately 2”above the
ground. This will set your Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner at the maximum clearance height during transport.
The Spring Coil-Tine Harrow Bar is designed to improve the soil leveling capabilities of your conditioner. To improve the ground
leveling capabilities of the harrow in heavier soils, pin the harrow bar so the coil-tines are positioned more vertically. In softer soils
or to improve eld residue ow through the leveler bar, position the bar with a decreased vertical angle of the tines.
Unhitching
Transporting
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Service
Storage
Troubleshooting
PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Hoses are incorrectly connected to the tractor control levers. See the Tractor Operator’s Manual for valve and control lever
arrangement.
Insucient hydraulic pressure from Tractor. Check the hydraulic reservoir oil level. See the tractor
Operator’s Manual for hydraulic system recommendations.
Hydraulic components leaking oil. Locate the leak and replace or repair components.
Hydraulic hoses are kinked or twisted. Locate the twisted hose and correct.
Hydraulic cylinders are leaking. Repair or replace cylinders. See Repair Parts section for
cylinder or seal kit part numbers.
The orice in the wing-fold cylinder is plugged. Remove the contamination from the system. Flush system and
change the oil and lter.
When Hydraulics Are Not Functioning Properly...
Pivots
NOTE: Basket bearings do not need greased before the rst use. The basket bearings are greased at the factory.
To add longer service and life to your Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner, perform the following before placing the implement in storage:
1. Remove dirt and trash that may cause rusting.
2. Repaint any areas where the paint has been chipped, scratched or worn away.
3. Coat all earth moving surfaces with a suitable rust preventative.
4. Inspect for damaged or worn parts and replace before next use.
5. Lubricate wing and wheel pivot points.
6. Block up the conditioner to keep the wheels and ground tools o the ground.
7. Replace all worn, torn and faded decals and reectors.
8. Store the implement inside away from inclement weather.
To add longer life to your Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner, perform the
following on a regular basis:
1. Grease hinge, linkage area and wheel transport pivots (3x)
weekly or every 40 hours.
2. Check lighting before over the road transport. Make sure lights
and SMV emblem are clean from dirt and eld debris.
3. Check implement for damage, cracked welds, loosened
hardware, etc. Promptly repair to prevent further damage.
4. Check hydraulic system for leaks and hose damage, twists or
kinks and make necessary repairs.
5. Check tire pressures and lug nuts periodically and adjust as
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Decals
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Description Part No.
1 Warning, High Pressure Fluid Hazard Decal 4”x 4” JM0010163
2 Warning, TF Serious Injury Electric Lines 2-3/4” x 6” JM0010182
3 Warning - Tongue May Raise Decal 2-3/4” x 6” JM0010181
4 Warning - Install Transport Locks Decal 2-3/4” x 6” JM0010167
5 Warning, Keep Lug Nuts Tightened Decal 1-5/8” x 4” JM0010150
6 Warning, Falling Or Lowering Decal JM0014992
7 Red Reective Decal 2” x 9” JM0009945
8 Orange Reective Decal 2” x 9” JM0009944
9 Amber Reective Decal 2” x 9” JM0009946
10 J&M Oval Decal (Medium) 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” JM0010179
11 Torsion Flex Decal 1-3/4”x 31” JM0010173
12 TF2 Driver SIde Stripe Decal JM0041006
13 TF2 Passenger Side Stripe Decal JM0076185
14 TF212 Driver Side Stripe Decal JM0041007
15 TF212 Passenger Side Stripe Decal JM0076181
16 TF215 Driver Side Stripe Decal JM0041008
17 TF215 Passenger Side Stripe Decal JM0076186

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Description Part No.
1 Main A-Frame Wiring Harness with 7 Prong Connector End (Torsion-Flex) JM0027077
2 Light Enhancer and Adapter Kit (3 Wires) JM0010566
3 Light Wiring Harness (Torsion-Flex) JM0027080
4 Amber Light (Soil Conditioner, NitroGro) JM0009975
5 Red Light (Soil Conditioner, NitroGro) JM0009976
Light Harness
Description Part No.
1 Adjustable Prop - Platform (8”Long Tube) JM0044535
2 1/2”-13 x 3”Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0016678
3 Adjustable Prop - Upright (31” Long Tube) JM0044536
4 1/2”-13 x 4-1/8”x 5” Square U-Bolt JM0010001
5 1/2”-13 Gr2 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0001511
*Wing Prop only for TF212 & 215 with 13”basketes and
harrow bars.
Wing Prop
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A-Frame Assembly
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