Redexim 7117 User manual

User manual
VERTI-DRAIN 7117
Translation of the original user manual
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FOREWORD.
Congratulations on the purchase of your VERTI-DRAIN. To ensure the safe and lasting
operations of this VERTI-DRAIN you (and anyone using the machine) should read and
understand this user’s manual. A complete knowledge of the contents of the manual is
necessary in order to ensure the safe use of this machine.
The VERTI-DRAIN is not an independently operating machine. It is the responsibility of the
user to use the correct tractor.The user will also need to check the tractor / VERTI-DRAIN
combination on safety aspects, noise level, user instructions and risk analysis.
The VERTI-DRAIN is intended exclusively for grass fields or areas on which grass can grow.
On the following page, we will begin with the safety instructions. Every user must be familiar
with these instructions and must follow them carefully. Below you will find a registration
card, which should be returned to us so that we are able to process any future claims.
In this manual, many instructions are given which are stated in a number sequence. The user
must follow the instructions according to this sequence. If the * appears this refers to safety
instructions. If the @ is used, this refers to 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.
GUARANTEE CONDITIONS.
THIS VERTI-DRAIN PRODUCT IS DELIVERED TO THE CUSTOMER
ACCOMMPANIED BY A GUARANTEE AGAINST DEFECTS IN THE MATERIALS
USED. THIS GUARANTEE APPLIES FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS AS OF THE
DATE OF PURCHASE.
VERTI-DRAIN GUARANTEES ARE SUBJECTED TO THE "GENERAL CONDITIONS
FOR SUPPLY OF PLANT AND MACHINERY FOR EXPORT, NUMBER 188", WHICH
ARE PUBLISHED UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE UNITED NATIONS ECONOMIC
COMMISSION FOR EUROPE.
REGISTRATION CARD.
For your own record, copy the information from the registration card to the table hereunder
Serial number of machine
Name of your distributor
Date of purchase
Any remarks

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Always use the VERTI-DRAIN with the correct tractor as described in the
technical information
2. The user is responsible for a safe Tractor/VERTI-DRAIN combination. The
combination must be tested for noise, safety, risk and easy usage.
3. The VERTI-DRAIN is suited exclusively to grass fields.
4. Every VERTI-DRAIN user must be fully informed of the information contained in
the user manual.
5. Inspect the ground where the VERTI-DRAIN is to be applied. Remove loose
obstacles, avoid uneven ground.
6. Never step off the tractor if the engine is still running.
7. Ensure that other people are standing at least 4 mtr. (14' ) away from the
VERTI-DRAIN.
8. Use appropriate clothing. Wear strong shoes with a steel inforced toe cap, long
trousers, tie up long hair. Do not have any loose pieces of clothing.
9. Never try to force the VERTI-DRAIN, a situation which is visible in the partial
loosening of the front roller from the ground and unstable behavior of the VERTI-
DRAIN.
10. Check the VERTI-DRAIN once a week to ensure there are no loose screws or
nuts and bolts.
11. The VERTI-DRAIN may never be used without protection covers and safety
stickers.
12. NEVER crawl underneath the VERTI-DRAIN. If you need to work underneath, turn
the VERTI-DRAIN on its frontside.
13. Always switch off the engine and uncouple the power take off, before starting any
maintenance, adjustment or repair. Also block the VERTI-DRAIN against sinking
and block it against forward/backward movement or sliding.
14. Use only the original VERTI-DRAIN spare parts/ tines in order to ensure the safe
operation of the machine.
15. Never use the VERTI-DRAIN in the dark, in heavy rain, on frozen ground, stormy
conditions or on slopes greater than 20 degrees.
16. Before operating the machine, also read the instructions and the maintenance
information for the power take off. This component has its own certification mark.
17. Maintain a log book of repairs.
18. If any modifications are carried out on the machine the CE certification mark will be
no longer valid. The User/Dealer himself must then have the machine re-certified.

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CONTENTS.
Paragraphe
Description
Page
Foreword
2
Guarantee conditions
2
Registration card
2
Safety instruction
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1.0
Technical specification
5
2.0
First setup, lifting machine from pallet
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3.0
General controls
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4.0
PTO
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4.1
PTO length
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4.2
Use of PTO
9
5.0
Working depth adjustment
10
6.0
Tine angle adjustment
10
7.0
Groundspeed
11
8.0
Starting procedures
12
9.0
General usage of Verti-Drain
13
10.0
Transport of Verti-Drain
13
11.0
Uncoupling of the Verti-Drain
13
12.0
Problem analysis
14
13.0
Maintenance
15
14.0
EU-Declaration
15
15.0
Technical information
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15.1
Torque settings
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15.2
The crankshaft
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15.2.1
Replacing the transmission oil seal
17
15.2.2
Replacing of a crank and crank bearing
18
15.2.3
Removing the crankshaft tension
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15.3
Alignment of an element
18
15.4
Assembly of the crown wheel and pignon
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16.0
Options, tines
21
16.0.1
Solid tines
21
16.0.2
Hollow tines
22
16.1
Options, Core Collector
22
16.2
Options, Turf hold down kit
24
16.2
Options, Windrow kit
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.
Model
7117
Working width
1.70 mtr (68”)
Working depth
Up to 150 mm (6”)
Tractor speed @ 500 rev’s at PTO
Hole spacing 55 mm (2-1/8”)
Hole spacing 90 mm( 3 ½”)
Hole spacing 125mm(5”)
Up to 2.0 km/h (1.25 mph)
Up to 3.2 km/h (2.0 mph)
Up to 4.3 km/h (2.7 mph)
PTO speed
Up to 500 rpm in 1st and 2nd gear, 400 rpm in 3rd.
Weight
575 Kg (1265 lbs)
Hole spacing side-to-side
55 mm (2-1/8”)
Hole spacing in driving direction
25 –125 mm ( 1 - 5”)
Recommended tractor size
28 HP with lift capacity of minimum 700 Kg
( 1550 lbs)
Capacity (maximum)
Spacing 55 mm (2-1/8”)
Spacing 90mm (3 ½ “)
Spacing 125mm (5”)
Up to 3300 sq.mtr (29500 sq ft)/ hour
Up to 5300 sq.mtr (47000 sq.ft)/ hour
Up to 7200 sq.mtr (63000 sq.ft)/ hour
Shipping dimensions
1900 x 750 x 1050 mm
(76”x 30”x 42”)
Maximum tine size
Solid 12 x 150 mm (1/2”x 6”)
Hollow 19 x 150 mm (3/4”x 6”)
Slip clutch setting PTO
Maximum 400 Nm. (3540 lb.inch.)
Three point linkage
3- point CAT 1
Transmission oil
80W90 (3 liters)
Lubrication grease
EP 2
Standard items
Set solid tines 12/150 (1/2”x 6”)
Front and rear roller with scrapers
3- shuttle gearbox
Toolbox with combi tool

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2.0 FIRST SETUP, LIFTING MACHINE FROM PALLET.
The machine stands vertically up on the pallet. To remove the pallet and get the machine
horizontal on the ground, handle as follows (see fig.1 ):
1. Open the rear cover
2. Connect a cable to lift point
* ensure the cable/crane/lift truck can lift minimum 1000 Kg.(2200 lbs).
3. Raise machine with pallet 50 mm (2")from the ground.
4. Remove pallet by sliding it over the bottom 3-point pins
* Do not crawl under the machine
5.Lower the machine gentle till 3-point connecting plates contact the ground.
6. Drop the machine further, enabling it to rotate on its front roller.
7. Gently lower the machine till it stands on the front and rear roller.
8. Connect the machine to a tractor.
* Use correct tractor see specifications.
9. Lift the machine from the ground.
10. Remove the rear roller lock pins. Put pins in hole 4.
11. Lower the machine on the ground and adjust the angle of 90 degrees with top link
@ this angle is very important, see further.
12. Adjust tractor lower link stabilizers to limit sideways movement to about 100 mm (4”).
13. Fix tine angle adjustment lever to machine (separately packed ).
14. Mount the tines. Use some grease on the shank.
15. PTO length, see 3.1
16. When machine is taken of the pallet, remove the upper plug of the gearbox and replace it
with the supplied breather.
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3.0 GENERAL CONTROLS
In fig.2. some key details of the machine are shown, as follows:
1. Safety decal RA, before using machine read manual. Decal is located at the toolbox with
manual and combi-tool.
2. Safety decal RB, Keep 4 mtr (14') distance to the machine
3. Safety decal RC, Turn engine off when maintaining or repairing machine
* All decal should be on the machine and understood all the time
4. Serial number of machine can be found inside
5. Spindle to adjust working depth.
6. Working depth indicator. Note the indication is related to maximum tine length.
7. Tine angle adjustment lever.
8. Clamps for securing the rear access door of the VERTI-DRAIN.
* rear access door should always be closed and free of any damage.
9. Rubber stops for supporting the rear access door when opened.
10. Rear roller support guide.
11. Rear roller lock pin. Lock only when machine is stored or roller is raised from the ground.
12. Front roller support lock nuts.
13. Lower 3-point linkage pins. May be repositioned and facing in or out.
14. PTO protection covers at the machine. Top one can be removed for maintenance.
15. PTO input shaft. Slip clutch should be assembled at this shaft.
16. Rear roller scraper, can be adjusted.
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4.0 PTO.
The PTO is a very important item. It drives the machine from the tractor and ensures the safe
operations when correctly maintained and installed. The PTO shaft has its own CE certification. Read
the PTO shaft manual, which is connected to the shaft itself.
For specific adjustments see the details given on the PTO page in the parts book. Do not exceed the
given values. This can lead to an unsafe situation and overload the machine, resulting in damage.
4.1 PTO LENGTH.
The length of the PTO is very important. When too long, the transmission of the tractor and/or
VERTI-DRAIN may be damaged. When the overlap length of the tubes drops under 250 mm (9,8")
anytime, the PTO may be damaged.
* the length changes when the machine is raised or when another tractor is used.
To cut the standard PTO from new or for another tractor, work as follows (see fig. 3):
1. Measure the distance A between tractor PTO shaft and VERTI-DRAIN PTO shaft from groove to
groove when machine is on the ground at correct angle and attached to the tractor.
2. Measure the length B of the PTO in its shortest position from lock pin to lock bolt.
3. Split PTO in two pieces and remove safety cover from each end
4. Both tubes and safety cover ends should be shortened: (B - A) + 125 mm (4,9").
5. Deburr all items, use some grease and put all parts together.
6. Assemble the slip clutch side of the PTO to the VERTI-DRAIN transmission.
* Torque for lock bolt should be 80 Nm (700 lb.in.)and checked every 40 hours
7. Connect other side to the tractor.
8. Check overlap of tubes.
* Never run machine with a damaged PTO safety cover. Replace it first.

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4.2 USE OF PTO
For the correct use of the PTO, the following items need to be checked:
1. During work the angle of the joints may never exceed 30 degrees
2. The joints have to be in line all the time
3. The tube overlap should always be minimal 250 (9,8") mm
4. Never use the machine with a damaged PTO protection cover.
5. For greasing see par. 13.0 Maintenance.

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5.0 WORKING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT.
The working depth can be adjusted when the machine is lifted from the ground as follows, see fig. 4:
Unscrew nuts 1 at each side of the machine one turn. Screw spindle 3 in or out. Every revolution is 4
mm (0.160"). The decal 2 at each side of the machine shows the actual depth. When the correct depth
is reached, tighten the nuts 1 at each side.
@ Never adjust one side more than 4 turns. Compensate the other side first before proceeding.
@ The adjustment can be done with a special tool in the machine tool box.
@ The value at the decal’s is only true when 150 mm (6") long tine are used. When shorter
tines are used, deduct the length difference to the 150 mm (6") from the actual decal reading.
@ Clean and spray the spindle and nut with anti-sticking grease oil every 100 hours, to prevent dirt
sticking on the nut.
6.0 TINE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT.
The adjustment of the angle of all tine holders is centrally located at the right side of the machine,
see fig.5..
Raise the machine above the ground, slacken the nuts 2 at each side of the machine and nuts 3 at the
center of the machine, one turn each.
Adjust the tine angle by rotating the lever 1. The angle-value can be read from the decal 4 next to the
handle.
After the correct angle is set, tighten all nuts.
@ An angle of 90 degrees means almost no tine movement in the ground. This is required for hollow
coring tines and advised for thinner tines.
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