Redexim Verti-Brush 1500 Guide

PLEASE NOTE:
TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION OF THE MACHINE AND FOR
BEST RESULTS IT IS ESSENTIAL TO READ THESE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING
THE VERTI-BRUSH®.
Instruction code: 942.120.200, Oct. 2005 EN
Operating Instructions
and Spare parts list
Verti-Brush®
Model 1500
Serial number:
Redexim

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T A B L E OF C O N T E N T S
Contents Page
Safety regulations....................................................................... 3
Short description ........................................................................ 4
Technical data............................................................................. 4
Operation..................................................................................... 5
*Attaching and detaching............................................................. 6
* Brushing ..................................................................................... 6
Care and Maintenance................................................................ 6
* Greasing machine (after every 50 hours of operation)........... 7
* Tension chain (after every 15 hours of operation) ................. 7
Spare parts list 8-10
Technical details subject to change

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!!! SAFETY REGULATIONS !!!
(1) The Verti- Brush has been exclusively designed to brush in fine-grained, loose grit
such as fine or coarse sand or similar materials. In addition there is the option of
brushing up the sward without grit.
Any other use than the ones listed above is regarded as not being its intended use. The
manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage resulting hereof, the risk remains solely
with the user.
The intended use also includes complying with the manufacturer’s operating, servicing
and maintenance conditions.
(2) The brush has been manufactured with the latest technology available and is safe to use;
however, the brush can pose a risk to the health and life of the user or third parties, if it
has not been used, serviced and maintained by personnel who are familiar with it and
aware of the dangers.
(3) Any person who has been asked to operate, maintain and repair the brush on the
user’s site, must first read the operating instructions and, in particular, this Safety
regulations chapter.
For service and maintenance operations, the brush must be detached from the towing
vehicle.
For repairs, only original spare parts from the manufacturer must be used.
Apart from the notes in these operation instructions, general health and safety regulations
must also be followed.
It is not permitted to transport people on the device!
(4) The user shall examine the brush before every use for any visible external damage and
faults. Should any changes occur (including in operating behaviour) that affect its safety,
these must be remedied immediately. Alterations and modifications (except those
approved by the manufacturer) are not permitted any under circumstance for safety
reasons.
5) Prior to using the brush, the user must be familiarise himself with all the features and
operating elements and their functions.
Attach brush as per the instructions (risk of injury!)
(6) Before commencing work on the hydraulic system, it must depressurised.
Check hydraulic hose lines at regular intervals and replace if damaged or worn. The
replacement hose lines must meet the brush manufacturer’s technical specifications.
(7) Prior to each trip, check machine for visible external damage and repair, if required.
Check tyre pressure.
(8) The Verti-Brush will, in its immediate vicinity, generate a noise level of 74 dB (a).
Waste oil is hazardous to the environment; please dispose carefully.

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SHORT DESCRIPTION
The Verti- Brush has been designed to brush in fine-grained, loose grit such as fine or
coarse sand, or similar. The rotating brush segments are driven by a hydraulic motor. The
hydraulic motor speed for the brush segments is continually adjustable via a flow
regulator. Brushing intensity can therefore be controlled in different ways.
TECHNICAL DATA
Dimensions
Length........................................................................... 1.30 m (51”)
Width............................................................................ 1.50 m (59”)
Height........................................................................... 0.85 m (33.5”)
Weights
Machine weight .........................................................approx. 170 kg (375 lbs)
Working width................................................................. 1.50 m (59.5”)
Tyres................................................................................. Pneumatic tyre 260x85
Tyre pressure................................................................... 1.20 bar
Tractor power.................................................................. min. 10 KW (13 HP)
Brushing speed ................................................................ continually adjustable
Hydraulic connection values
Towing vehicle minimum flow rate............................. 10 l/min
Towing vehicle minimum pressure ............................. 70 bar
The type plate is located on the left hand side of the machine.

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OPRATION
Attaching and detaching
- Attach machine to towing vehicle.
Position lower drag rod retainer (9) to fit towing vehicle.
If required, fit castor wheel (10).
Note attachment variations
1. Retainer at the bottom of the lower pull rod (9) of the towing vehicle
Retainer at the top
a) fixed by means of fixed upper drag rod (15)
b) flexible by means of upper drag rod chain (16)
When using the fixed retainer with upper drag rod (15), the front castor
wheel must be removed to avoid damage to the lawn.
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