fds9200 Operators' Manual 2011 Page 1
9200
TURF DETHATCHER
OWNER AND OPERATORS' MANUAL
1.0 Introduction:
The fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher was developed for thatch removal on
golf courses and sports fields, but is designed to be used on many different
grass or turf areas such as public parks, wide boulevards and sod farms.
The unit can be pulled by a tractor with a three-point hitch.
The purpose of the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher is to remove thatch from
the root zone before overseeding and to allow for faster air, water and
fertilizer penetration. It can also be used as a spreader for turf dressings on
established growth, or for topsoil and dressing during course
construction and landscaping operations. Wood Bay Turf Technologies is
confident that you will find the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher versatile,
efficient and economical to use, while promoting much healthier turf.
2.0 Important Safeguards:
When using the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher basic safety precautions must
always be followed to avoid damage or injury including:
2.1 Ensure that the three point hitch is properly connected before readying
the unit for movement and use.
2.2 Before lifting or moving the unit, disconnect the parking rods and clip
them to the outside platform sections.
2.3 Ensure that the bridle chains are all firmly connected.
2.4 Ensure that the pressure in the gauge wheel tires is appropriate, as
recommended on the sidewall.
2.5 Never allow a person to ride on the unit, and ensure that no tools or other
loose objects are placed on the platform sections.
2.6 Avoid excess speed during dethatching operations. Speeds in excess of
5 mph (8 kph) could cause tines to break, resulting in unnecessary damage.
2.7 The unit should be used on dry turf to avoid any tearing.
2.8 Before unhitching the unit, ensure it is resting firmly on the ground, and
that the parking rods are secured to brace the outside sections.
2.9 Check for the location of irrigation heads and other surface objects that
could be damaged or cause damage to the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher.
