Redexim Verti-Quake 2510 User manual

User manual and
parts book
Verti-Quake®
Model: 2510/2516/2521
Serial number:
ATTENTION:
TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THIS MACHINE AND TO BE ABLE TO
ACHIEVE THE BEST RESULTS, IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE
TO READ THIS USER MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING THE
VERTI-QUAKE®.
User manual code:
915.120.202,
January 2006
UK
Redexim
REDEXIM BV
INTERNATIONAL TRADING
KWEKERIJWEG 8
3709 JA ZEIST HOLLAND
TEL [phone]
FAX [phone]
VERTI-[email protected]
WWW.REDEXIM.COM

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FORWARD
Congratulations on your purchase of the Verti-Quake®. To ensure the long and safe use of
this Verti-Quake®, it is of the utmost importance for all those who will be using it to read and
understand this user manual. Without full knowledge of its contents, it is not possible to safely
work with this machine.
The Verti-Quake®is not an independently operating machine. It is the user’s responsibility to
use the right tractor. The user must also make sure the tractor/Verti-Quake®combination is
provided with safety aspects such as noise reduction, user instructions, and risk analysis.
The Verti-Quake®is solely intended for use on lawns and other areas where grass could
grow.
On the next page, you will first find the general safety instructions. Every user must know
these and be able to apply them. After this, a registration card is included. This card should be
returned in order to be able to follow up on any claims at a later stage.
This user manual offers many instructions, which are numbered in sequence. This sequence
should be followed. An asterisk * indicates a safety instruction. An ‘at’-sign @ indicates a tip
or note.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
THIS VERTI-QUAKE®IS DELIVERED WITH A WARRANTY AGAINST DEFECTS IN
MATERIALS.
THIS WARRANTY IS VALID FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE.
VERTI-QUAKE®WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT 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 information, please fill in the table below:
Serial number machine
Dealer name
Date of purchase
Remarks

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS !
Fig. 1
The design of the Verti-Quake®allows for safe
use. But this is only possible if the user completely
follows all safety instructions as described in this
manual.
Read and understand (Fig. 1) the manual before
beginning to usethe Verti-Quake®.
If the machine is not used as described in the
manual, injury and/or damage to the Verti-Quake®
may result.
(1) The Verti-Quake®is solely intended for the treatment of lawns or other areas
where grass should grow.
Any other use is considered incorrect use. The manufacturer accepts no liability
whatsoever with regard to damage resulting from such incorrect use. Any
resulting risks are completely for the account of the user.
Correct use also includes following the manufacturer’s instructions for usage,
maintenance and repair.
Before using the Verti-Quake®, inspect the area to be treated. Remove any loose
obstacles and avoid irregularities.
(2) The Verti-Quake®was constructed according to the latest technological
knowledge and is safe to use.
If the machine is used, maintained or repaired by inexpert persons, this may
result in injury to both the user and third parties. This should be avoided!
Always use the Verti-Quake®in combination with the proper tractor as described in the
technical data.
(3) All persons whom the owner assigns to operate, maintain or repair the Verti-
Quake®must read and have completely understood the operating manual and in
particular the Section Safety Instructions.
The user is responsible for a safe tractor/ Verti Quake®combination. This
entire unit must be tested in terms of noise, risk, and user convenience. In
addition, user’s instructions must be prepared.
(4) The user is obliged, before using the Verti-Quake®, to
check it for visible damage and defects.
Any changes in the Verti-Quake®(including its functioning) that may affect its
safety must be corrected immediately.
For reasons of safety, any modifications or additions to the Verti-Quake®
(with the exception of those approved by the manufacturer) are not permitted in
principle.
If any modifications have been made to the Verti-Quake®, the present CE
certificate becomes null and void and the person who made the modifications
should himself make sure a new CE certificate is granted.

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Before each use, inspect the Verti-Quake®for loose bolts/nuts/parts.
If present, inspect the hydraulic hoses regularly and replace these if they are
damaged or show signs of wear. The replacement hoses must meet the
manufacturer’s technical specifications.
Always relieve the pressure from the hydraulic installation, if present, before
carrying out any work on it.
NEVER use de Verti-Quake®if its protective covers and safety decals are
missing.
NEVER crawl underneath the Verti-Quake®.
If you need to access the bottom, tilt the Verti-Quake®.
NEVER step off the tractor while the engine is still running.
When carrying out maintenance, adjustments or repairs, make sure the Verti-
Quake®is blocked from sagging/moving/sliding.
Before carrying out any maintenance, adjustments or repairs, always switch off the
tractor engine first, remove the tractor key from the ignition, and disconnect the
PTO (Fig. 2).
Fig. 2
When carrying out any maintenance or repairs, make sure to use original Verti-
Quake®parts only. This will ensure continued safety of the machine and its user.
Only authorised technical personnel may carry out adjustments and repair work
to the Verti-Quake®.
Keep a log of all repairs.
(5) In addition to the instructions in this user manual, the generally applicable health
and safety guidelines must be followed.
When used on public roads, the relevant traffic regulations apply.
Transport of persons is not permitted!
Do not use the Verti-Quake®when it is dark, during heavy rain/ storms, or on slopes with
a gradient greater than 20 degrees.
(6) Before embarking on any job, all persons operating the Verti-
Quake®must be familiar with its functions and operating elements.

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Connect the Verti-Quake®to the vehicle that will pull it exactly according to the
instructions (Danger of injury!)
Before driving off, make sure you have a clear view both nearby and far away.
On both sides of the Verti-Quake®, decals (Fig. 5) are applied to the sideboard
showing these warnings. Make sure these safety decals are always clearly visible
and legible. Replace them if they are damaged.
During operation, make sure there are NO persons in the danger area of the
Verti-Quake®, because they may be injured by rotating parts. (Fig. 3)
Keep a distance of at least 4 metres! (Fig. 4)
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Be aware of the maximum lifting capacity of the vehicle pulling it.
Wear suitable clothing. Wear sturdy shoes with a steel tip, long trousers, keep long hair
tied up and wear no loose articles of clothing.
(7) Placement of safety decals. (Fig 5.)
Fig. 5
Used oil/grease is harmful to the environment; dispose of it according to locally
applicable regulations.

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CONTENTS
Section Description Page
Preface 2
Warranty conditions 2
Registration card 2
Safety instructi
ons
3
1.0 Technical data 7
2.0 First installation, removing the machine from the pallet 8
2.1 Prepare machine for operation 9
3.0 General parts list 10
4.0 The PTO 11
4.1 Length of the PTO 11
4.2 Operation of the PTO 12
4.3 PTO information and maintenance 12
5.0 Connecting to the tractor 13
6.0 Adjusting the operating depth 14
7.0 Driving speed 15
8.0 Start/stop procedure 15
9.0 Operation of the Verti-Quake
®
16
10.0 Transportation of the Verti-Quake
®
16
11.0 Disconnecting the Verti-Quake
®
17
12.0 Troubleshooting 18
13.0 Maintenance 19
13.1 Cleaning the Verti-Quake
®
19
13.2 Replacing/mounting the knives 20
14.0 Options: Undeep Aerating Kit 21
14.1 Options: Mounting the coulter knives 22
15.0 EU certificate 22

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1.0 TECHNICAL DATA
Model 2510 2515 2521
Operating width 1.1 m (43”) 1.6 m (63”) 2.1 m (82.7”)
Operating depth 250 mm (9.8”) 250 mm (9.8”) 250 mm (9.8”)
Tractor speed
measured at 540
rev/min on PTO.
0.5 -1.5 Km/h
0.3 -0.9 mph 0.5 -1.5 Km/h 0.3 -0.9 mph 0.5 -1.5 Km/h 0.3 -0.9 mph
PTO speed (rpm):
(max.) 540 540 540
Weight 470 Kg
1189 lbs 575Kg 1355 lbs 690 Kg 1521 lbs
Number of knives 12 18 24
Number of knife discs 468
Distance between
knife discs 260 mm (10.2”) 260 mm (10.2”) 260 mm (10.2”)
Knife thickness 12 mm (0.47”) 12 mm (0.47”) 12 mm (0.47”)
Recommended
tractor
Minimum lifting
capacity
Hydraulic connection
20-30 hp
650 Kg /1432 lbs 30-45 hp 750 Kg /1653 lbs 35-55 hp 850 Kg /1873 lbs
Maximum treatment
capacity
1650 m2/h
17760 ft2/h 2400 m2/h 25833 ft2/h 3150 m2/h 33906 ft2/h
Shipping
measurements 1,28x0,83x1,50m
50”x32.7x59” 1,78x0,83x1,50m 70.1”x32.7x59” 2,30x0,83x1,50m 90.6”x32.7”x59”
Three-point
connection Cat. 1 & 2 Cat. 1 & 2
Cat. 1 Cat. 1 & 2
Gearbox oil SAE 90 SAE 90 SAE 90
Lubricant EP2 EP2 EP2
Standard parts -Knives 12 mm
(0,47”)
-Back roller
-Integrated adjustable
legs
-PTO with Cam-clutch
-Knives 12 mm
(0,47”)
-Back roller
-Integrated adjustable
legs
-PTO with Cam-clutch
-Knives 12 mm
(0,47”)
-Back roller
-Integrated
adjustable
legs
-PTO with Cam-
clutch
Options -Coulter knives
-Undeep Aerating Kit
-Coulter knives
-Undeep Aerating Kit
-Coulter knives
-Undeep Aerating
Kit

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Position 1 Position 2 Position 3
2
1
Fig. 6
2.0 FIRST INSTALLATION, REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM THE
PALLET
The machine is located vertically on the pallet. To remove the pallet and lay the machine
horizontally, carry out the following steps(fig. 6):
*!! DO NOT CRAWL UNDER THE MACHINE !!
1. Mount a cable to the lifting points at both sides of the machine.(fig. 6 Position 1)
* Make sure that the cable/crane/lift can lift at least 2000 kg (4400 lbs)
(for the models 2516 and 2521)
2. Raise the machine, including the pallet, 50 mm from the ground.
3. Make sure that the machine is on the point of the pallet. (fig. 6 Position 2)
4. Gently lower the machine, in a controlled way, until it fully rests upon the ground. (fig. 6
Position 3)
*!! BE CAREFUL –KEEP YOUR DISTANCE –THE MACHINE MAY SHIFT !!
5. Remove the Top three-point pins 1
6. Remove the bottom three-point pins 3 and remove the pallet.

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2
11 3
4
5
6
Fig. 7
2.1 PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION
1. Loosen the bolts 1. Remove the access hatches 2. (fig. 7)
2. Remove the loose parts, which were supplied with the machine, from it.
*!! Be careful –the knives are sharp !!
3. Couple the machine to a tractor. See Section 5.0.
* Use the correct tractor. See the specifications.
4. Raise the machine off the ground.
5. *!! Ensure that the tractor is well blocked and cannot start moving by itself!!
6. *!! Switch off the tractor before getting off !!
7. Lower the adjustable legs 4 of the machine and secure them using the handles 3.
8. Carefully lower the machine onto the adjustable legs 4.
*!! BEFORE GETTING OFF THE TRACTOR, MAKE SURE THAT THE TRACTOR
AND THE VERTI-QUAKE®ARE FIRMLY PLACED ON THE GROUND AND
CANNOT SAG OR SLIDE !!
Fig.8
9. Loosen bolts 5 & 6
10. Mount the knives with the sharp edge pointing towards the back roller of the machine.
*!! Be careful –the knives are sharp !!
Tighten bolts 5 & 6 well.
11. Mount the bleeder, which was included in the delivery, onto the top of the gearbox.
12. Mount the access hatches 2 and secure these by tightening bolts 1. (fig. 7)
13. Set the tractor’s stabiliser to 50 mm lateral movement.
14. Determine the length of the PTO according to Section 4.

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3.0 GENERAL PARTS LIST
Figure 9 shows a number of important parts:
Fig. 9
1. Safety decal 900.280.402:
?? *!! Before use, make sure to read and understand the user manual !!
2. Safety decal 911.280.402:
?? *!! Danger of injuries because of rotating parts !!
?? *!! Keep a distance of at least 4 metres from the machine !!
?? *!! Stop the tractor engine before carrying out repairs or adjustments
!!
* !! Make sure all decals are clearly visible on the machine and are understood !!
3. The serial number is on the bottom left on the outside of the machine.
4. Adjustment mechanism to adjust the operating depth and the operating-depth indicator.
5. Dragging legs for adjustment of the operating depth and integrated Turf Hold Down
system.
6. Inspection hatches for inspection and access to the rotating parts of the machine.
7. Container for user manual and tools.
8. Adjustment legs, intended to secure the machine when it is not in operation, for example
to enable work to be carried out onto the machine.
9. Terrain-following back roller.
10. Adjustable back-roller scraper.
11. Bottom three-point connecting pins.
12. Top three-point connecting pin.
13. PTO input shaft.
The safety side (with the cam-clutch) of the PTO has to be mounted to this shaft.