Redexim Verti-Top Pulled User manual

User Manual and
Parts Book of the
Verti-Top
®
Pulled
Serial number:
Translation of the original operating
instructions
ATTENTION:
IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE TO READ THIS USER MANUAL
CAREFULLY PRIOR TO USING THE VERTI-TOP PULLED IN ORDER TO USE
THE MACHINE SAFELY AND TO OBTAIN THE BEST RESULTS.
1008 English 947.120.404

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FOREWORD
Congratulations on your Verti-Top Pulled purchase! For safe and long-lasting operation of
this Verti-Top Pulled, it is necessary to read and to understand this user manual.
It is impossible to work safely with this machine without complete knowledge of its content.
The Verti-Top Pulled is not a machine that works independently. It is the user’s responsibility
to use the correct towing vehicle. The user must also check the towing vehicle/Verti-Top
Pulled combination on safety aspects such as noise level, user instructions and risk analysis.
The following pages deal initially with the general safety instructions. Every user should know
these safety instructions and apply them. At the end of this page, a registration card is
inserted. This registration card should be returned to enable us to deal with potential future
claims.
This user manual lists many instructions that are numbered in sequence. You should follow
this sequence. A is an indication of a safety instruction. A means a tip and/or
note.
All information and technical specifications provided at the moment that this document is
published are the most recent ones. Design specifications may be changed without prior
notice.
This document is a translation of the original operating instructions.
Upon request, the original operating instructions are available in Dutch.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
WITH DELIVERY THIS VERTI-TOP PULLED IS GUARANTEED AGAINST MATERIAL DEFECTS.
THIS WARRANTY IS VALID FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS FROM THE PURCHASE DATE.
VERTI-TOP PULLED WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO THE ‘GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR
SUPPLY OF PLANT AND MACHINERY FOR EXPORT, NUMBER 188’ THAT ARE PUBLISHED
UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE UNITED NATIONS ECONOMIC COMMISSION FOR EUROPE.
REGISTRATION CARD
For your own information, fill in the table below:
Serial number of the
machine
Dealer name
Date of purchase
Remarks

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 1
The Verti-Top Pulled is designed for safe use.
This can only be achieved if you completely follow
the safety instructions described in this manual.
Read and understand (Figure 1) the manual before
you start using the Verti-Top Pulled.
If the machine is not used as described in this
manual, this can result in injuries and/or damage
to the Verti-Top Pulled.
1. The user must be an expert in using the machine. The machine should be
professionally adjusted for cultivating the subsoil.
The manufacturer will not accept any liability for unprofessional use and its resulting
damage. All risks occurring with this are entirely at the expense of the user.
Following the use, maintenance and repair instructions prescribed by the
manufacturer is also considered professional use of this machine.
Inspect the area to be treated before using the Verti-Top Pulled.
Remove loose obstacles and avoid irregularities.
2. The Verti-Top Pulled is manufactured according to the latest technical
understanding and is safe to use.
When unskilled people use, maintain or repair the machine, this could result in
injuries to the user and to third parties. This must be avoided!
Always use the Verti-Top Pulled in combination with the correct towing vehicle as
described in the technical data.
3. All persons assigned to operate, maintain and repair the Verti-Top Pulled by
the owner must completely read and understand the operation manual and in
particular the chapter of Safety Instructions.
The user is responsible for a safe towing vehicle/Verti-Top Pulled combination.
This entire combination must be tested for noise, safety, risk and user friendliness.
User instructions should also be drafted.
4. The user is obliged to check the Verti-Top Pulled for visible damage and
defects before using the Verti-Top Pulled.
Modifications to the Verti-Top Pulled (including its operations) that have a negative
impact on safety must be rectified immediately.
For safety reasons it is in principle not permitted to make changes or adjustments to
the Verti-Top Pulled (except those approved by the manufacturer).
If modifications to the Verti-Top Pulled have been made, then the current CE
marking is cancelled. The person that has made these modifications has to apply for
a new CE marking himself.
Check the Verti-Top Pulled for loose bolts, nuts and components before every
operation.

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If present, check the hydraulic pipelines regularly and replace these when the
hydraulic pipelines are damaged or appear old. The pipelines that are replaced
should comply with the technical requirements of the manufacturer.
If a hydraulic installation is present, you should always make it pressure-free before
working on this installation.
NEVER use the Verti-Top Pulled in the absence of the safety stickers.
NEVER crawl under the Verti-Top Pulled.
If necessary, tilt the Verti-Top Pulled.
NEVER step off the towing vehicle while the motor is running.
In case of maintenance, adjusting and repairs, it is necessary to block the Verti-Top
Pulled in order to prevent sinking away, driving off and/or sliding off.
Always switch off the towing vehicle’s motor and take the vehicle’s key out of
the ignition in carrying out maintenance, adjustments and repairs (Figure 2) .
Figure 2
With regards to the safety of the machine and the user, use only original Verti-Top
Pulled parts for maintenance and repairs.
Only authorised technical personnel may carry out repairs to the Verti-Top Pulled.
Keep a record of the repair activities.
5. The general applicable health & safety (Dutch: ARBO) regulations must also
be followed in addition to the instructions in this user manual.
Relevant traffic regulations also apply in case of using public roads.
Transporting persons is not permitted!
Do not use the Verti-Top Pulled in the dark, in heavy rain/storm or on slopes with an
angle larger than 20 degrees.
6. All persons that are going to operate the Verti-Top Pulled must be familiar with
all the functions and control elements of the Verti-Top Pulled before starting
any work activities.
Attach the Verti-Top Pulled to the towing vehicle according to the regulations.
(Danger of injuries!)
Check whether you have a clear field of vision – both close by and far away – before
you depart.

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Safety stickers (Figure 2, 3 and 4) with an identical meaning are attached to both sides
(Figure 5) of the Verti-Top Pulled. These safety stickers must always be clearly visible
and legible and must be replaced if they have become damaged.
During operation, NO persons are allowed within the danger zone of the Verti-Top
Pulled, because there is danger of physical injuries caused by flying material (Figure 3) .
Figure 3
Figure 4
Keep a distance of minimum 4 meters! Figure 4
Pay attention to the permitted lifting capacity of the towing vehicle.
Dress appropriately. Wear sturdy shoes with steel toecaps, long trousers and tie up
long hair. Do not wear loose clothing.
Fig. 5
7. Location of the safety stickers (Figure 5) .

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EU DECLARATION
We
Redexim BV
Utrechtseweg 127
3702 AC Zeist, Holland
declare entirely under our own responsibility that the product
VERTI-TOP PULLED WITH A MACHINE NUMBER AS INDICATED ON THE MACHINE
AND INDICATED IN THIS MANUAL
to which this declaration refers, complies with stipulation of the 2006/42/EC machine
directive.
Zeist, 01/10/09
A.C. Bos
Manager Operations & Logistics
Redexim Holland

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EU DECLARATION................................................................................................... 6
1.0 TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................ 8
2.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................. 8
3.0 FIRST INSTALLATION – TAKING THE MACHINE OFF THE PALLET ..... 9
4.0 ATTACHING TO A VEHICLE...................................................................... 10
5.0 ADJUSTING THE WORKING DEPTH ......................................................... 11
6.0 ADJUSTING THE ANGLE OF THE JIGGING SIEVE.................................. 11
7.0 TRANSPORTING THE VERTI-TOP PULLED ............................................. 12
8.0 DRIVING SPEED DURING WORK .............................................................. 12
9.0 USING THE VERTI-TOP PULLED............................................................... 12
10.0 START/STOP PROCEDURE ......................................................................... 13
11.0 DETACHING THE VERTI-TOP PULLED .................................................... 14
12.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING (PROBLEM ANALYSIS)......................................... 15
13.0 MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................... 16
14.0 ADJUSTING THE TENSION OF THE V-BELTS .......................................... 17
15.0 CHANGING THE JIGGING SIEVE .............................................................. 18
16.0 OPTIONS OF OTHER JIGGING SIEVES ..................................................... 18
17.0 EMPTYING THE DUST BAG........................................................................ 19
18.0 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM FOR THE ELECTRICAL COUPLING............... 20

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1.0 TECHNICAL DATA
Model Verti-Top Pulled
Working width 1.45m (57”)
Working depth (In case of a non-
worn brush)
0 mm-26mm (0”-1.02”)
Speed Maximum 12 km/h (7.5 mph)
Weight 320 kg (705.5 lbs)
Towing vehicle Minimum 18 PK
Maximum capacity
(Theoretical at maximum speed of
12 km/h [7.5mph])
17376 m
2
/h (128151 ft
2
/h)
Content per receptacle
Total of 2 receptacles per
machine
35 litres (1.24 cu. ft.)
70 litres (2.48 cu. ft.)
Mesh width of jigging sieve 5 mm x 5 mm (0.2” x 0.2”)
Transport dimensions L x W x H
1400mm x 1700mm x 1000mm
55.1” x 66.9” x 39.4”
Attachment By towing hook
Motor Briggs and Stratton B&S 6.5 HP
Standard components - Jigging sieve, adjustable according to cleaning level
- Depth adjustment by means of spindles
- Removable waste receptacle
- Towing hook
- Electrical coupling including a switch and 7-pole
electrical connection
- Container for the manual
Optional - Sieve elements with various mesh widths
2.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Verti-Top Pulled is a machine for cleaning synthetic grass fields. The machine is also
equipped with a vacuum unit for sucking up the particles from the field.

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3.0 FIRST INSTALLATION – TAKING THE MACHINE OFF THE
PALLET
Figure 6
The machine is placed horizontally on the pallet. To remove the pallet and to place the
machine horizontally on the ground, you take the following steps (see Figure 6) :
NEVER crawl under the machine!
1. Attach a cable (1) to the machine.
2. Remove the bolts and nuts (2) with which the machine is bolted to the pallet (3).
Make sure that the cable/crane/lift can hoist minimum 500 kg (1102 lbs).
3. Lift the machine off the pallet.
4. Pull the pallet from under the machine.
5. Lower the machine controlled and calmly until it stands completely on the ground.
Careful: Keep your distance; the machine can slide!
6. Mount a towing hook (4) on the machine by means of the
supplied bolts, nuts and bushes (Figure 6.1) .
7. Subsequently, mount the spindle (5) on the towing hook with the
supplied pin and locking pin.
8. Place the receptacle (6) at the back of the machine.
9. Connect the machine to the vehicle (please refer to Chapter
4.0).
Figure 6.1
Use the proper vehicle (please refer to the specifications).
Switch the vehicle off and make sure the vehicle/Verti-Top Pulled
combination cannot drive away.

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4.0 ATTACHING TO A VEHICLE
Checking procedure before starting to attach the Verti-Top Pulled.
− Check the Verti-Top Pulled for visually discernable damage
and repair this if safe operation of the machine is no longer
guaranteed.
− Check whether all the nuts and bolts are tight.
− Check whether all safety stickers are present on the machine
and are not damaged.
NEVER use the machine without these items.
Figure 7
The Verti-Top Pulled can be attached to a vehicle by means of a towing hook.
The procedure is as follows (Figure 7) :
1. Set the towing hook (1) to the correct height using the spindle so that it can be
mounted.
2. Reverse the vehicle carefully so that the towing hook (1) of the machine can
be attached to the vehicle.
Make sure that the towing vehicle is blocked well and cannot move on its
own accord!
Switch off the vehicle before descending!
3. Attach the towing hook (1) of the machine to the vehicle and secure it with the
securing pin.
4. Turn the spindles (3) completely outwards so that the machine is resting on its
front wheels and the brush is free from the ground. Now the machine is tilted
backwards.
Make sure that all the securing pins are locked!
5. Connect the 7-pole plug (4) to the vehicle.
6. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch (5) for operating the electrical coupling can be
operated from the cab.
7. Start the vehicle and begin to drive.