Woodbay FDS 9200 User manual

9200
TURF DETHATCHER
OPERATION, SERVICING &
PARTS MANUAL
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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.

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3.0 Assembly and Adjustment:
The fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher is assembled and crated for shipping with
the hitch frame secured to the pallet, except that the gauge wheel
assemblies are packed separately. While unpacking the turf dethatcher,
ensure that the platform frames are well supported when they are released
from the pallet and placed on the ground.
The gauge wheel assembly
shafts must be inserted in
the swivel brackets at the
front of the frame with
appropriate spacers above
and below the brackets (see
figure at left for the parts
view). With the unit hitched
to the tractor and raised
up, place the following
spacers on the caster
pivot shaft before inserting it
in the pivot bracket:
1. Caster Spacer 1 5/8"
2. Caster Spacer 1/2"
3. 2 of Caster Spacer
5/16"
4. Caster Spacer 3/16"
The remaining spacers are
to be installed above the
pivot bracket. This setting
should allow the tines to
penetrate about 1/2" into
the turf. Then you will
need to test the fds
9200 Turf Dethatcher
on your turf to see if
any adjustment in spacer
positions is needed.
The proper adjustment can
only be determined by trial and
error in relation to your turf
and soil conditions. While
being pulled over the tu, the tines must penetrate to the desired depth into the
thatch layer. If the tines are set too high they will not remove enough thatch.
On the other hand, if the tines are set too low they may cause damage to the
tu and won't vibrate enough for proper thatch removal. The depth seing on
inch increments by removing the gauge ۱/۲ to ۳/۱٦ each side can be adjusted in
wheel and switching a spacer from above to below the swivel bracket, or vice
versa. Once this adjustmenthas been completed, it should only have to be done
again at lengthy intervals in relation to wear on the tines from use

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The positioning of the gauge wheels when mounted is illustrated below:
4.0 Maintenance of Equipment:
Maintenance requirements for the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher are minimal as
follows:
4.1 A standard type of equipment grease will need to be applied periodically
through each of the grease nipples. These are located on each of the swivel
brackets for the gauge wheels, and on the swivel connections for each tine
platform section.
4.2 The gauge wheel tires will need to be inspected periodically for wear and for
the inflation pressure. Since the tires are tube-type, in the event of a puncture a
standard tube patch will be required.
4.3 Under most operating conditions, the tines should not break. However, it
can be expected that one or more tines will fail during use, so a safety cable has
been threaded through each row of tines on each platform section to prevent
any broken tines from falling onto the turf. As soon as it is discovered any
broken tine should be replaced by unclipping the safety cable, removing the bolt
at the tine connection, installing the new tine and reinserting the safety cable.
4.4 As with any other piece of equipment the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher
should be cleaned after use to remove any accumulation of debris and prevent
oxidization or other damage to the frame and tines.

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5.0 Operations on the Turf:
The pattern of operation during use of the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher should
be much the same as that followed for fairway mowers. A tight line pattern
can be followed by lifting the unit at the end of each run before making the
turn. Normally, only one pass should be needed to loosen sufficient thatch
with the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher. However, if a second pass is desired it
should be made using a pattern that crosses over the prior one.
In confined areas, or around trees, other planting areas, sand traps, water
hazards, cart paths and other irregular features, the fds 9200 Turf
Dethatcher can be pulled through any turns or irregularities without
difficulty.
6.0 Components of the fds 9200 Turf Dethatcher:

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For more information and any service requirements on the fds9200 Turf
Dethatcher contact your local Wood Bay distributor or Wood Bay Turf
Technologies at 780.468.4378: North America T.F. 1-800-661-4942: or e-mail
[email protected].

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fds9200 Turf Dethatcher
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
Part No.
Description
Quantity
FDS03-280
1
FDS03-281
4
FDS03-282
4
FDS03-283
4
FDS03-284
256
FDS03-285
32
FDS03-286
1
FDS03-287
1
FDS03-723
6
FDS03-724
4
FDS03-725
4
FDS03-726
4
FDS03-288
2
FDS03-661
2
FDS03-289
2
FDS03-290
4
FDS03-291
6
FDS03-292
4
FDS03-293
2
FDS03-627
Hitch and Support (Back) Frame
Assembly Platform Frame Assembly
Platform Pivot Bracket Assembly
Pivot Shaft Cap
Tine (Spring Steel)
Safety Cable with Clips for Tine
Assemblies Parking Rod (Left)
Parking Rod (Right)
Platform Tie Chain
Bridle Chain Leg
Bridal Chain Spreader
Chain Quick Connector
Caster Pivot and Axle Assembly
Caster Wheel (4 ply, nylon, tube type)
Caster Cap
Caster Spacer 3/16"
Caster Spacer 5/16"
Caster Spacer 1/2"
Caster Spacer 1 5/8"
Pin , Hitch Clip (SPAE-NAUR # 090-105)
4
Note: Various standard bolts, nuts and washers are used in assembling the equipment,
but are not shown separately on the list. When ordering these standard items, simply refer to
them by description (e.g. 3/8" NC x 1 1/2" Hex Bolt).

9200
TURF DETHATCHER
DISTRIBUTED BY:
FOR SALES & SERVICE INFORMATION CALL YOUR
LOCAL WOOD BAY DISTRIBUTOR OR CONTACT WOOD
BAY DIRECT:
#202, 8704 –51 Ave. 19609 North Welk Drive
Edmonton, Alberta Sun City, Arizona
Canada T6E 5E8 U.S.A. 85373
Ph. 780.468.4378 Ph. 623.466.7921
North America T.F. 1-800-661-4942
Web Site: www.woodbayturftech.com
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