Redexim Verti-Core III 1600 User manual

User Manual
and Parts Manual
Verti-Core III®
Model: 1600-2100
Serial number:
Translation of the original operating
instructions
Kwekerijweg 8
3709JA Zeist
The Netherlands
T: (31)306933227
F: (31)306933228
E: [email protected]
www.redexim.com
NOTE:
PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY PRIOR TO USING THE
VERTI-CORE III® TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE AND TO GET THE BEST
RESULTS.
1703 English 912.120.300

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PREFACE
Congratulations on the purchase of your Verti-Core III. In order to ensure safe operation and a long life
span of this Verti-Core III it is crucial that you read and fully understand this user manual.
Without full knowledge of the contents of this manual, you will not be able to safely operate this
machine.
The Verti-Core III is not a stand-alone machine. It is the user’s responsibility to use a suitable tractor.
The user will also have to assess the tractor/ Verti-Core III combination’s safety aspects, such as
noise levels, user instructions and risk analysis.
On the following page you will find general safety instructions. Every user must be acquainted with
these instructions and apply them at all times. Below you will find a registration card, which you are
asked to return to us in order for us to be able to handle any future claims.
This User Manual provides a wide range of instructions which are numbered in a specific order. You
should always work in that order. If an instruction is accompanied by an icon, it is a safety
instruction. If an icon is used, the information in question is 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
THIS VERTI-CORE III COMES WITH A WARRANTY AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS.
THIS WARRANTY IS VALID FOR A TERM OF 12 MONTHS FROM THE PURCHASE DATE.
VERTI-CORE III WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO THE “GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR SUPPLY OF
PLANT AND MACHINERY FOR EXPORT, NUMBER 188”, AS PUBLISHED UNDER THE AUSPICES OF
THE UNITED NATIONS ECONOMIC COMMISSION FOR EUROPE.
REGISTRATION CARD
Complete the following table for your records:
Machine serial number
Dealer name
Purchase date
Notes

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! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS !
Fig. 1
The Verti-Core IIIis designed to facilitate safe
operation. But safe operation is only possible if all
safety instructions described in this manual are
observed without fail.
Read and understand (Fig. 1) the manual prior to
working with the Verti-Core III.
Failure to use the machine as described in the
manual can lead to a serious risk of physical
injury and/or damage to the Verti-Core III.
(1) The Verti-Core III is exclusively intended for the treatment of lawns or areas where grass should
be growing.
Any other use will constitute improper use. The manufacturer will not assume any liability for any
damage ensuing from improper use. Any risks involved in such improper use will be the full
responsibility of the user.
Proper use also includes the carrying out of operating, maintenance and repair instructions given
by the manufacturer.
Inspect the area you will be treating prior to using the Verti-Core III. Remove any loose obstacles
and avoid uneven areas.
(2) The Verti-Core III has been built in line with the latest technological advances to enable safe use.
Use, maintenance or repairs of the machine by untrained persons can give rise to a risk of injury
to the user and any bystanders. Avoid this at all times!
Always use the Verti-Core III in combination with a suitable tractor as described in the technical
data.
(3) All persons assigned by the proprietor to operate, maintain or repair the Verti-Core III must first
have fully read and understood the user manual, and, in particular, the Safety Instructions
chapter.
The user is responsible for a safe Tractor/Verti-Core III combination. The combination must
be assessed for noise levels, safety, risk and user-friendliness. User instructions for the
combination will also have to be drawn up.
(4) It is obligatory for the user to check the Verti-Core III for any visible damage and defects prior
to using it.
Changes to the Verti-Core III (including its functioning) that negatively affect safety, must be
remedied/undone right away.
Making any changes or additions to the Verti-Core III (except for those approved by the
manufacturer) is not permitted for reasons of safety.
If any modifications have been made to the Verti-Core III, its current CE mark will lapse, and the
party that implemented the modifications must secure a new CE mark himself.

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Always check the Verti-Core III for loose nuts/bolts/parts prior to use.
Check any possible hydraulic hoses regularly, and replace them when they are damaged or
showing signs of excessive wear. Replacement hoses must meet the technical requirements
specified by the manufacturer.
The hydraulic system, if installed, must always be depressurized prior to working on it.
The Verti-Core III must NEVER be used when protective covers and safety stickers are missing.
NEVER crawl under the Verti-Core III.
If necessary, tip the Verti-Core III over.
NEVER get off the tractor when the engine is still running.
The Verti-Core III must always be secured against sagging/rolling away/sliding during
maintenance, setup and repair work.
Always switch off the tractor engine and remove the key from the ignition, and
disengage the PTO prior to any maintenance, setup and repair work.(Fig. 2)
Fig. 2
Only use original Verti-Core III parts during maintenance or repair work to safeguard the safety of
both machine and user.
Repair work on the Verti-Core III must only be carried out by competent and authorized technical
staff.
Keep a maintenance log.
(5) Apart from the instructions from this user manual, general occupational health and safety
instructions also have to be observed.
When going out onto public roads with the machine, relevant traffic regulations will also apply.
Transporting people is not permitted!
Do not use the Verti-Core III in the dark, in heavy rain/strong winds, or on slopes
above 20 degrees.

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(6) Prior to working with the machine, all people who will be operating the Verti-Core III must be
acquainted with all its functions and control elements.
Hook up the Verti-Core III to the tractor as per the instructions (Danger of physical injury!)
Make sure you have good visibility, both close by and of the entire surroundings, prior to setting
off.
There are safety stickers on both sides of the Verti-Core III (Fig. 3,4,5) as well as on the back(Fig. 6),
which all have the same meaning. These safety stickers must always be visible and readable, and
they must be replaced without delay whenever they are damaged.
Keep all people out of the danger area of the Verti-Core III during operation, because they
would otherwise be subjected to serious danger of personal injury caused by moving parts. (Fig. 3)
Fig.3
Fig.4
Maintain a distance of at least 4 metres! (Fig. 4)
The back cover has to remain closed at all time and be damage-free during operation of the
machine! (Fig. 5)
Beware of body parts getting caught when opening the back cover! (Fig. 5a)
Fig. 5
Fig. 5a
Check the permitted lifting power of the tractor.
Wear appropriate clothing. Wear sturdy steel-capped shoes, full-length trousers, long hair tied back and
no loose garments.

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(7) Location of safety stickers. (Fig. 6)
Fig. 6
All safety stickers have to remain on the machine at all times - and be fully
understood by the operator.
Used oil is harmful to the environment; dispose of it in line with local regulations.

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EU DECLARATION
We,
Redexim BV
Utrechtseweg 127
3702 AC Zeist, Holland
hereby declare under our own full responsibility that the product:
VERTI-CORE III WITH MACHINE NUMBER AS INDICATED ON THE MACHINE AND IN THIS
MANUAL,
to which this declaration refers, complies with stipulation of the 2006/42/EC machine directive and is in
conformity with the following standards: NEN-EN-ISO 12100 : 2010 NEN-EN-ISO 13857 : 2008
Zeist, 06/02/2013
A.C. Bos
Manager Operations & Logistics
Redexim Holland

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE..........................................................................................................................2
WARRANTY CONDITIONS...........................................................................................................2 
REGISTRATION CARD.................................................................................................................2
! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS !...............................................................................................3
EU DECLARATION .......................................................................................................................7
1.0TECHNICAL DATA.............................................................................................................9
2.0TAKING THE MACHINE OFF THE PALLET....................................................................10
3.0THE PTO...........................................................................................................................11
3.1PTO LENGTH...................................................................................................................11
3.2PTO USE ..........................................................................................................................12
3.3PTO INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCE.....................................................................12
4.0CONNECTING TO THE TRACTOR .................................................................................14
5.0SETTING THE WORKING DEPTH...................................................................................15
6.0DRIVING SPEED..............................................................................................................16
7.0STARTING PROCEDURE...............................................................................................16
8.0USING THE VERTI-CORE III ...........................................................................................17
9.0TRANSPORTING THE VERTI-CORE III..........................................................................18
10.0DISCONNECTING THE VERTI-CORE III.........................................................................19
11.0TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................................20
12.0MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................21
13.0LUBRICATION PIONTS....................................................................................................22
14.0V-BELT TENSIONING......................................................................................................23
15.0TECHNICAL INFORMATION............................................................................................24
15.1REPLACING A CRANK/CONNECTING ROD BEARING.................................................24
15.2RELEASING CRANKSHAFT TENSION...........................................................................25
15.3TIMING AND TORQUES..................................................................................................25
16.0OPTIONS..........................................................................................................................27
16.1HOLLOW TINES...............................................................................................................27
16.2TURF HOLD DOWN FINGERS........................................................................................28
16.3WINDROW KIT.................................................................................................................28

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1.0 TECHNICAL DATA
Model 1600
2100
Working width 1.6 m (63”)
2.1mtr (83”)
Working depth 0mm - 100mm (0”-4”)
Tractor speed measured at 540
rpm on power take-off (PTO)
shaft
Hole spacing 55 mm (2.2”)
Hole spacing 110 mm (4.3”)
Up to 1.8 km/h (1.2 mph)
Up to 3.6 km/h (2.4 mph)
Weight 846 Kg (1865 lbs)
1022 Kg (2253 lbs)
Recommendations for tractor 45 HP with minimum lifting
capacity of 1000 Kg (2205lbs)
55 HP with minimum lifting
capacity of 1250 Kg (2755lbs)
Tine spacing 55 mm (2.1”) @ 19mm (0.75”) holes
68,75 mm (2.7”) @ 22mm (0.87”) holes
Hole spacing in driving direction 25 – 110 mm ( 1” – 4.3”)
Maximum capacity
Hole spacing 55 mm (2.2”)
Hole spacing 110mm (4.3“)
Up to 2880 m²/h (31000 ft²/h)
Up to 5760 m²/h (62000 ft²/h)
Up to 3780 m²/h (31000 ft²/h)
Up to 7560 m²/h (62000 ft²/h)
Shipment dimensions L x W x H
1960 x 1040 x 1110 mm
77” x 41” x 43.7”
L x W x H
2581 x 1100 x 1080 mm
102” x 43.3” x 42.5”
3-point hitch CAT. 1
Gearbox oil SAE 90
Lubricant EP 2
Standard parts -Set hollow tines 13/16” with
¾”” mounting
-Roller.
-Tool case with tools and user
manual.
-PTO shaft.
-Turf hold down fingers
Set hollow tines 13/16” with
¾”” mounting
-Roller.
-Tool case with tools and user
manual.
-PTO shaft.
-Turf hold down fingers
Options -7/8” Tine holders with 4 tines

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2.0 TAKING THE MACHINE OFF THE PALLET
Fig.7
The machine is placed on the pallet vertically. Perform the following actions to remove the machine
from the pallet and place it horizontally on the floor (see Fig.7):
!! NEVER CRAWL UNDER THE MACHINE !!
1. Attach a cable to the lifting points (1) on both sides of the machine, and to the top of the 3-point hitch
(2) on the front.
Verti-Core III 1600 Make sure the cable/crane/lift has the capacity to lift at least 1700 kg
(3750 lbs).
Verti-Core III 2100 Make sure the cable/crane/lift has the capacity to lift at least 2100 kg
(4630 lbs).
2. Lift the machine, including the pallet, about 50 mm (2”) off the ground (A).
3. Remove the pallet by removing the bottom 3-point pins (4).
4. Pull the pallet from under the machine (B).
5. Turn de locking pins (4) half a rotation and remove them. Pull out the legs (5) and replace the locking
pins.
6. Now slowly rotate the machine horizontally.
7. Lower the machine in a controlled and slow fashion until it is fully on the ground.
!! STAY CLEAR OF THE MACHINE, IT CAN SLIDE !!