Redexim VERTI-CUT 1600 User manual

User Manual and
Parts book
Translation of the original User Manual
VERTI-CUT
1600-2000
2042 English 944.120.000
REDEXIM
Kwekerijweg 8
3709JA –Zeist –The Netherlands
Tel.: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.redexim.com

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EC-DECLARATION
We,
Redexim BV
Utrechtseweg 127
3702 AC Zeist, Holland,
declare entirely under our own responsibility that the product:
VERTI-CUT 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 with
the norms NEN-EN-ISO 12100:2010, NEN-EN-ISO 13857:2008, ISO 4254-1:2013, ISO 4254-9:2018.
Zeist, 15.10.2020
A.C. Bos
Manager Operations & Logistics
Redexim Holland

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FOREWORD
Congratulations on your Verti-Cut purchase. For safe and long-lasting operation of this machine, it is necessary
to read and to understand this user manual. It is impossible to work safely with this machine without complete
knowledge of the content of the user manual.
This machine does not operate independently! It is the user’s responsibility to use the correct tractor or other
towing vehicle. The user should check the combination of the towing vehicle and the machine with regard to
various aspects, such as noise level and safety risks. In addition, the user should comply with the user
instructions of the vehicle and spare parts that are used.
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.
You can contact your sales point or dealer if you have questions and/or if there are ambiguities in this
manual or about the machine concerned.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
AT THE TIME OF DELIVERY THIS MACHINE IS GUARANTEED AGAINST MATERIAL DEFECTS.
THIS WARRANTY IS VALID FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS FROM THE PURCHASE DATE.
REDEXIM 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
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Serial number of the machine
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................... 5
1.1 Obligations of the user.................................................................................... 5
1.2 Maintenance, repairs and adjustments............................................................ 6
1.3 Using the machine.......................................................................................... 6
2. TECHNICAL DATA ......................................................................................... 7
3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION.............................................................................. 7
4. SAFETY STICKERS........................................................................................ 8
5. FIRST INSTALLATION ................................................................................... 9
6. THE PTO AXLE..............................................................................................10
6.1. Length of the PTO axle..................................................................................10
6.2. Using the PTO axle .......................................................................................11
6.3. Slip coupling: Information and maintenance ..................................................11
7. ATTACHING AND DETACHING THE MACHINE..........................................12
7.1. Attaching the machine...................................................................................12
7.2. Detaching the machine..................................................................................13
8. ADJUSTING THE WORKING DEPTH ...........................................................13
9. TRANSPORT..................................................................................................13
10. WORKING SPEED.........................................................................................13
11. START/STOP PROCEDURE .........................................................................14
11.1. Safety............................................................................................................14
11.2. Starting to dethatch .......................................................................................14
11.3. Stopping to dethatch......................................................................................15
12. MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................16
12.1. Lubrication points ..........................................................................................17
12.2. Tensioning the chain......................................................................................18
12.3. Changing the knives......................................................................................19
13. TROUBLE SHOOTING (PROBLEM ANALYSIS) ..........................................21

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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This machine is designed for safe use. This can only be achieved if you completely follow the safety
instructions described in this manual.
Read and understand the manual before you start using this machine.
If the machine is not used as described in this manual, this can result in injuries and/or damage to the
machine.
This user manual lists 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.
1.1 Obligations of the user
The machine is solely intended for work on grass fields or areas where grass can grow. Any other use is
improper. The manufacturer will not accept any liability for damage resulting from improper use. All risks
occurring with this are entirely at the expense of the user.
All persons assigned to operate, maintain and repair the machine by the owner must completely read
and understand the operation manual and in particular the chapter of Safety Instructions.
Modifications to the machine that have a negative impact on the safety must be rectified immediately.
The user is obliged to check the machine for visible damage and defects before using the machine.
For safety reasons it is not permitted to make changes or adjustments to the machine (except those
approved by the manufacturer). If modifications to the machine 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.
Following the use, maintenance and repair instructions prescribed by the manufacturer is also
considered proper use of this machine.
The user is responsible for the safe combination of the machine and the towing vehicle, which comply
with the requirements as described in the Technical Data (see Chapter 2). This entire combination
should be tested for noise, safety, risk and user friendliness. User instructions should also be drafted.
Dress appropriately during work activities with the machine. Wear sturdy shoes with steel toecaps, long
trousers and tie up long hair. Do not wear loose clothing.
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.