Remlinger 400 Series Product manual

Series 400
Power Ditcher - Offset Cut
Operator and Parts Manual

Limited Warranty
Remlinger Manufacturing will warrant all products against defects in material and workmanship
manufactured and sold by it. Warranty will only be granted after examination by appropriate
personnel. This warranty is expressly limited to the replacement or repair of the defective products.
This warranty does not obligate Remlinger Manufacturing to cover cost of labor to replace these
parts. This warranty is in effect for 1 year after purchase.
Remlinger Manufacturing warrants its own products only and cannot be responsible for
damages to equipment on which it is attached or mounted.
Under no circumstances will this Limited Warranty cover any parts or components, in the
opinion Remlinger Manufacturing, that has been subject to negligent handling, misuse, alteration, an
accident, or if repairs have been made with parts other than those obtained from Remlinger
Manufacturing.
Parts claimed to be defective must be returned at the Owner’s expense and returned to
Remlinger Manufacturing for inspection with shipping charges prepaid. Parts found to be defective
will be replaced or repaired and returned promptly free of charge.
For questions or comments about your Remlinger Product contact:
Remlinger Manufacturing Company Inc.
16394 U.S. 224
Kalida, OH 45853
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.remlingermfg.com

READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to
assembly, adjust, operate and service your
Remlinger Power Ditcher properly. Failure to
do so could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE considered a
permanent part of this product and should
remain with it at all times for reference.
ALL REFERENCES to Right-Hand and Left-
Hand are determined by facing the implement
or tool from the rear.
READ AND UNDERSTAND the Limited
Warranty before operating the ditcher. The
Limited Warranty is located on the inside front
cover.
Serial Number for the Power Ditcher is located
on the upper Right-Hand side of the drive
Housing. The number on the PFM metal tag is
the ditcher model number. The number on
the Remlinger decal is the serial number.
Please complete the Registration Form – located on the last page of this manual.
For Your Records
Dealer Purchased From
Name:
Address:
City: State: Zip:
Date Purchased
Model No. (located on the Right-Hand side of the Drive Housing)
Serial No. (located on the Right-Hand side of the Drive Housing)
SERIAL NO:
REMLINGER MFG CO.
000000000

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Identification View............................................................................................................................................... 1
Checklist ............................................................................................................................................................. 2
PRE DELIVERY CHECKLIST ............................................................................................................... 2
DELIVERY CHECKLIST........................................................................................................................ 2
Safety ............................................................................................................................................................... 3
RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................ 3
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS ......................................................................................................... 3
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................... 3
Safety Cont......................................................................................................................................................... 4
OPERATE SAFELY................................................................................................................................ 4
STAY CLEAR OF ROTATING DRIVE LINES ......................................................................................... 4
LUBRICATE THE DITCHER SAFELY.................................................................................................... 4
Operating............................................................................................................................................................ 5
BREAK-IN.............................................................................................................................................. 5
FIELD OPERATION............................................................................................................................... 5
MAINTAINING ROTOR BALANCE ........................................................................................................ 5
Lubrication and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 6
SYMBOLS ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Q-D BUSHING TORQUE....................................................................................................................... 6
Belt tension setting ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Torque Values ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
Storage ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
END OF SEASON ............................................................................................................................... 10
BEGINNING OF SEASON .................................................................................................................. 10
Safety Decal Locations..................................................................................................................................... 11
Offset Power Ditcher Assembly Models 400-40, 400-50 and 400-60............................................................... 12
Offset Power Ditcher 40000137 B.O.M. Models 400-40, 400-50 and 400-60................................................... 13
Offset Ditcher Shank Assembly 40000133 Models 400-40, 400-50 and 400-60.............................................. 14
Offset Ditcher Colter Assembly 40000101 Models 400-40, 400-50 and 400-60 .............................................. 15
Offset Ditcher Gauge Wheel Assembly 40000047 Models 400-40, 400-50 and 400-60 .................................. 16
PTO SHAFT ASSEMBLY FOR 1 3/8” - 6 SPLINE SHAFT PART # 11300060 (WEASLER) ............................ 17
PTO SHAFT ASSEMBLY FOR 1 3/8” - 21 SPLINE SHAFT PART # 11300061 (WEASLER) .......................... 18
PTO SHAFT ASSEMBLY FOR 1 3/4” - 20 SPLINE SHAFT PART # 11300062 (WEASLER) .......................... 19
Contents
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Identification View
A PARKING STAND E BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY
B FRAME F KNIFE ROTOR ASSEMBLY
C DISCHARGE CHUTE G RIPPER SHANK ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL)
D DEPTH SKID H BELT & SHEAVE DRIVE
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Check tightness of all external nuts and
bolts. Pay particular attention to those
securing the blades.
Check that all moving parts are working
freely.
Connect PTO, check operation of PTO,
sheave, belt drive and roter. Watch for
any signs of faulty operation, vibration or
unusual sounds. After a period of operation,
shut off tractor engine. Check for loose
bolts.
Clean the ditcher and touch up any places
where the paint is nicked or scratched. Be
sure all decals are properly applied and
undamaged.
Signature of Set-up
Technician__________________________________
Advise the customer that he must check
the torque of nuts and bolts after the first 4
hours of operation.
Tell the customer to record the serial
number of this ditcher in the space provided
on page iii of this manual.
Complete Delivery and Warranty
Registration forms, listing serial number of
machine.
Explain Warranty. Have dealer and customer
sign form.
Signature of Set-up
Technician__________________________________
PREDELIVERY CHECKLIST
After the ditcher has been completely assembled,
inspect it to be sure it is good running order before
delivering it to the customer. Check each item when
found satisfactory or after making the necessary
adjustments.
Ditcher has been assembled properly.
All grease fittings have been lubricated.
Lubricate all lubrication points; be sure
all fittings are taking grease and check all
lubrication seals for leakage.
Check drive belt tension and adjust, if
necessary.
Date Set Up________________________________
DELIVERY CHECKLIST
The following check list is a reminder of very important
information which should be conveyed directly to the
customer at the time the ditcher is delivered. Check off
each item as it is fully explained.
Advise the customer that the life expectancy
of this or any other machine depends on
regular lubrication as described in the
operator’s manual.
Give the operator’s manual to your
customer and explain all operating
adjustments and lubrication.
Explain the importance of safe and proper
operation of the machine. Point out decals
warning the operator of the dangers
of unsafe operating procedures and
conditions.
Date Delivered______________________________
Checklist
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Safety
RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to
the potential for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word
is to be limited to most extreme situations, typically for machine
components that, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if
not avoided could result in death or serious injury, and includes
hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on your
machine safety signs. Keep safety signs in good condition.
Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be sure new
equipment components and repair parts include the current safety
signs. Replacement safety signs are available from your P F M
dealer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machine in proper working condition. Unauthorized
modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or
safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual and need
assistance, contact your P F M dealer.
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OPERATE SAFELY
To avoid bodily injury, keep all power drive safety shields in place.
Operate ditcher with 540 or 1000 rpm tractor.
Should excessive vibration occur, disengage tractor PTO shaft
immediately.
Be sure rotor has stopped completely before checking blades.
Always replace broken, worn or missing blades.
Never ride, or permit others to ride, on the drawbar of the tractor or on
the ditcher.
STAY CLEAR OF ROTATING DRIVE LINES
Entanglement in rotating drive line can cause serious injury or death.
Keep tractor master shield and drive line shields in place at all times.
Make sure rotating shields turn freely.
Wear close fitting clothing. Stop the engine and be sure PTO drive line
is stopped before making adjustments, connections, or cleaning out
PTO driven equipment.
LUBRICATE THE DITCHER SAFELY
Do not clean, lubricate, or adjust the ditcher while it is in motion.
Before servicing or adjusting the ditcher, or removing material from it,
always:
1. Disengage the power.
2. Shut off the engine.
3. Wait until ditcher rotor has stopped rotating.
Safety Cont.
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BREAK-IN
Before starting the ditcher, lubricate the machine. See
Lubrication and Maintenance Section.
CAUTION: Never operate the ditcher until the power
shaft and other safety shields are in place and
secured, Tighten all nuts and check cotter pins
to see they are properly installed.
FIELD OPERATION
IMPORTANT: The constant striking of rotor blades and
sudden impacts may cause excessive shear pin
breakage. Reduce ditch depth or tractor speed.
Under most conditions, the tractor can be operated at 5 to 11
km/h (3 to 7 mph) without causing undue wear on the ditcher.
Avoid excessive speeds. Reasonable speeds result in higher
productivity.
Various ditching conditions require different ground speeds.
Best results will be obtained by running the tractor at the travel
speed that will meet field conditions or the speed where the
smoothest ditching action results.
IMPORTANT: When operating the ditcher always check
the cutting depth so rotor will spread soil evenly
and consistent.
IMPORTANT: Always operate the ditcher with the tractor
at recommended speed to obtain 540 or 1000
rpm on the tractor PTO shaft.
Operating the tractor at less than recommended PTO rpm will
reduce the blade rotor speed and result in improper ditching.
Where difficult conditions make it necessary to slow down the
ground speed of the tractor, shift to a lower gear, thus keeping
the engine at its rated speed.
Reduce tractor RPM and disengage PTO when raising tractor 3
point hitch. PTO angle should never exceed 20 degrees while
engaged.
IMPORTANT: Do not engage PTO with engine running at
high speed. Doing so may cause undue wear or
possible drive line and/or belt damage.
MAINTAINING ROTOR BALANCE
The rotor on your power ditcher is dynamically balanced
and must be maintained in balance throughout the life of the
machine.
CAUTION: Should excessive vibration occur,
disengage the tractor PTO shaft immediately !
Shut off the tractor and determine the cause of
problem. Correct the problem before operating
again. See Service Section.
Operating
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Q-D “E” BUSHING TORQUE
Tighten bushing bolts to 60 ft. lbs.
50hrs.
50hrs.
Lubrication and Maintenance
SYMBOLS
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose lubricant
or an equivalent SAE multipurpose type
grease at hourly intervals indicated by the
symbols.
CAUTION: Do not clean, lubricate, or adjust your ma-
chine while it is in motion.
Clean grease fittings before using grease gun. Replace
any lost or broken fittings immediately.
The application of grease in bearing area is very criti-
cal. Grease approximately four pumps every 50 hours.
DO NOT OVER GREASE
Grease telescoping shaft and universal joints every 50
hours.
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Belt Tension Setting
Compress spring to
5 1/2 inches
Center line between shafts
90 - 100# pressure
Belt should deflect
3/8 inch for center ditcher
1/2 inch for offset ditcher
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Symptom Problem Solution
Ditch to shallow Adjustment Lower 3 pt on tractor
Retract 3rd link on tractor 3 point
Adjust slide shoe up
Ditch too deep Adjustment Raise 3 pt on tractor
Extend 3rd link on tractor 3 point
Adjust slide shoe down
Non uniform ditching Improper tractor speed Reduce tractor ground speed
or PTO RPM Run PTO at proper RPM
Discharging material not Dirt buildup on discharge spout Clean spout
consistent Ditching to deep in one pass Adjust machine and make two passes
Leaving ridge on Improper tractor ground speed Operate tractor at proper ground speed
discharge side of blade Ditching to deep Adjust machine and make two passes
rotor
Excessive vibration Loss of rotor knife Install new knife
Rotor deformation Straighten the rotor or replace it
Rotor bearing worn out Replace bearing
Belt breakage Incorrect tension Adjust belt for proper tension
Misalignment between sheaves Align sheaves
Residue in the rotor drive Clean and replace shield
Belt slippage Incorrect tension Adjust belt for proper tension
Improper ground speed Reduce ground speed
Ditching to deep in one pass Make two passes
Troubleshooting
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Torque Values
DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or
tightening procedure is given for a specific application.
Torque values listed are for general use only. Check
tightness of fasteners periodically.
Shear bolts are designed to fail under predetermined
loads. Always replace shear bolts with identical grade.
Fasteners should be replaced with the same or higher
grade. If higher grade fasteners are used, these should
only be tightened to the strength of the original.
Make sure fasteners threads are clean and that you
properly start thread engagement. This will prevent
them from failing when tightening.
Tighten plastic insert or crimped steel-type lock nut
to approximately 50 percent of the dry torque shown
in the chart, applied to the nut, not to the bolt head.
Tighten toothed or serrated-type lock nuts to the full
torque value.
a“Lubricated” means coated with a lubricant such as
engine oil, or fasteners with phosphate and oil coatings.
“Dry” means plain or zinc plated without any lubrication.
b Grade 2 applies for hex cap screws (not hex bolts)
up to 152 mm (6‑in.) long. Grade 1 applies for hex cap
screws over 152 mm (6‑in.) long, and for all other types
of bolts and screws of any length.
UNIFIED INCH BOLT AND CAP SCREW TORQUE VALUES
Size
Grade 1 Grade 2 ** Grade 5, 5.1, or 5.2 Grade 8 or 8.2
Lubricated * Dry * Lubricated * Dry * Lubricated * Dry * Lubricated * Dry *
N.m lb-ft N.m lb-ft N.m lb-ft N.m lb-ft N.m lb-ft N.m lb-ft N.m lb-ft N.m lb-ft
1/4 3.7 2.8 4.7 3.5 6 4.5 7.5 5.5 9.5 7 12 9 13.5 10 17 12.5
5/16 7.7 5.5 10 7 12 9 15 11 20 15 25 18 28 21 35 26
3/8 14 10 17 13 22 16 27 20 35 26 44 33 50 36 63 46
7/16 22 16 28 20 35 26 44 32 55 41 70 52 80 58 100 75
1/2 33 25 42 31 53 39 67 50 85 63 110 80 120 90 150 115
9/16 48 36 60 45 75 56 95 70 125 90 155 115 175 130 225 160
5/8 67 50 85 62 105 78 135 100 170 125 215 160 215 160 300 225
3/4 120 87 150 110 190 140 240 175 300 225 375 280 425 310 550 400
7/8 190 140 240 175 190 140 240 175 490 360 625 450 700 500 875 650
1 290 210 360 270 290 210 360 270 725 540 925 675 1050 750 1300 975
1-1/8 470 300 510 375 470 300 510 375 900 675 1150 850 1450 1075 1850 1350
1-1/4 570 725 725 530 570 425 725 530 1300 950 1650 1200 2050 1500 2600 1950
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Storage
END OF SEASON
1. Shelter the power ditcher in a dry place.
2. Clean the power ditcher thoroughly inside and out.
Trash and dirt will draw moisture and cause rust.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the machine according to the
Lubrication Section.
4. Paint all parts from which the paint has been worn.
5. List the replacement parts that will be needed and
order them early. The dealer at this time can expe-
dite delivery of parts and install them during slack
periods avoiding delays next season.
BEGINNING OF SEASON
1. Lubricate complete machine; this will force any col-
lected moisture out of the bearings (see Lubrication
Section).
2. Tighten all loose bolts, nuts and set screws.
3. Replace blades if worn.
4. Check belt adjustment and belt guides
5. Review your operator’s manual.
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Safety Decal Locations
ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION QTY
1 12400012 PFM DECAL- 2 3/4 X 10 1
2 11600016 SERIAL NO. PLATE 1
3 O0164 DECAL- MADE IN U.S.A. 1
4 O0175 WARNING- MOVING PARTS BELT 1
5 O0167 WARNING- DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT GUARD 1
6 O0192 DANGER- THROWN OBJECT HAZARD 1
7 O0167.5 WARNING- GUARD HAS BEEN REMOVED 1
8 O0191 DANGER- ROTATING BLADE HAZARD 2
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FM112/132-400

OFFSET POWER DITCHER ASSEMBLY 40000137
MODELS 400-40, 400-50 AND 400-60
SERIAL # 400-490 to 400-499 and 400-631 to 400-645
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OFFSET POWER DITCHER 40000137 B.O.M.
MODELS 400-40, 400-50 AND 400-60
SERIAL # 400-490 to 400-499 and 400-631 to 400-645
ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION QTY
1 40000127 OFFSET DITCHER FRAME 1 31 10400121 COTTER KEY 1/4 X 3 1
2 40000121 SKID 1 32 10800011 COMPRESSION SPRING - 6” 1
3 40000128 HOUSING COVER 1 33 10400013 RETAINING RING 1 3/4” 1
4 40000123 ROTOR SHAFT 1 34 10400089 KEY 1/2 SQ X 2 1/2 1
5 40000026 KNIFE ROTOR 1 35 10400083 KEY 3/8 SQ X 2 1/2 1
6 40000132 BEARING SHAFT SUPPORT 1 36 F0172.5 HCS 3/4-10 NC X 2 1/2 GR5 4
7 40000023 STAND 2 37 10000201 U-BOLT 1/2-13 NC X 2 X 3 1
8 40000131 P.T.O. GUARD 1 38 10000258.20 CRRG BOLT 7/16-14 NC X 2 4
9 40000094 SHIELD & SEAL ASSEMBLY 1 39 F0157 HCS 5/8-11 NC X 2 1/2 GR5 4
10 11600010 ROTOR BLADE 4 40 F0111.2 HCS 3/8-16 NC X 1 1/4 GR5 8
11 40000024 SPLINE SHAFT 1 3/4 - 20 1 41 10100016 HEX NUT 1/2 NC 2
12 40000130 ROTOR SHIELD 1 42 F0302.7 HEX NUT 7/16 NC 8
13 40000041 PIN 1 1/2” DIA. 1 43 F0302 HEX NUT 3/8 NC 1
14 40000124 TENSIONING BOLT 1 44 10100019 HEX NUT 3/4 NC 4
15 40000083 P.T.O. SUPPORT 1 45 F0303.1 HEX NYLOCK NUT 1/2 NC 8
16 11800022 5/5VX1040 BANDED BELT 1 46 F0306.4 HEX NYLOCK NUT 3/4 NC 1
17 10900010 BUSHING 1 3/4” TYPE ‘E’ 1 47 10100114 HEX NYLOCK NUT 5/8 NC 4
18 10900034 BUSHING 1 15/16” TYPE ‘E’ 1 48 F0402 FLAT WASHER 3/8 9
19 10700016 SHEAVE 5/5V9.75E 1 49 F0405 FLAT WASHER 3/4 1
20 10700017 SHEAVE 5/5V13.20E 1 50 F0422 LOCK WASHER 3/8 9
21 12200018 SCREW JACK 1 51 F0450 STAR WASHER 7/16 8
22 10500013 BEARING INSERT 1 3/4” 2 52 F0423 LOCK WASHER 1/2 2
23 10500044 BRNG 1 15/16” PLT FLNG 1 53 F0425 LOCK WASHER 3/4 4
24 10900039 BUSHING 1 1/2” ID 2 54 10500050 BRG. 1 15/16” SPH. ROLLER 1
25 10900026 ADAPTER BUSHING (PAIR) 1 55 10000258 CRRG BOLT 7/16-14 NC X 1 1/2 4
26 10400033 LOWER 3-POINT PIN 2 56 10800011 HCS 1/2-13 NC X 1 1/4 GR5 8
27 10400034 TOP LINK PIN 1 1/4” DIA. 1 10100097 NUT 3/8-16 NC U-STYLE 8
28 10400035 TOP LINK PIN 1” DIA. 1 40000138 COVER GASKET - 124” 1
29 10400032 LYNCH PIN 7/16 X 1 1/2 4 11100041 TOP GREASE TUBE 13” 1
30 10400040 HITCH PIN W/CLIP 1/2 X 3 2 11100062 BOTTOM GREASE TUBE 22.5” 1
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OFFSET RIPPER SHANK ASSEMBLY 40000133
MODELS 400-40, 400-50 AND 400-60
ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION QTY
1 40000014 SHANK WELD 1 6 10000202 U-BOLT 3/4 NC X 4 1/8 X 7 3/4 2
2 40000129 OFFSET TOOL BAR 1 7 10100019 HEX NUT 3/4 NC 8
3 40000029 RIPPER POINT 1 8 10200049 LOCK WASHER 3/4 8
4 10000074 HCS 1/2-13 NC X 2 GR5 1 9 10100112 HEX NYLOCK NUT 1/2 NC 1
5 10000203 U-BOLT 3/4 X 4 1/8 X 5 3/4 2
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