Gason NT8000, Operator'S & Parts Manual

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Operation
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Connection/Disconnection
Ensure the implement is always discon-
nected/connected on flat, level ground.
When connecting the NT8000;

Ensure a suitable drawbar pin is used with
a retaining clip fitted.

Ensure hydraulic couplings are clean and
not damaged.

Install a suitably rated implement safety
tow chain (supplied with machine), from
drawbar to a secure location on the trac-
tor.

Ensure hydraulic hoses and electrical
wires are sufficient in length and if neces-
sary, tied up to prevent catching/pinching
as the tractor and implement articulate.

Lift jack to its uppermost setting before
moving.
When disconnecting the NT8000 close both
safety lockout valves and float all hydraulic
circuits before unplugging from tractor.
Tractor Requirements
Ensure your tractor is compatible with the
NT8000 implement and seeder combination.
Check the following:

Does the tractor have sufficient power to
pull this combination in the field? Gener-
ally you will require between 5-9hp per
tine and 8hp per ton of seeder.

Does the tractor have sufficient weight to
tow the combination safely on public
roads?

Does the tractor of have sufficient hydrau-
lic capability? ScariTILL models require 2
sets of remotes, HydraTILL models require
3 sets of remotes. This is in addition to
seeder requirements.
Important: These are only rough guidelines;
hills and soil conditions can have a large im-
pact on tractor power requirements.
Note: The implement hitch has been designed
to suit a Category 4 drawbar or Category 3
drawbar (2-1.5” dia. pin). Tractors with Cate-
gory 1 or 2 drawbars should not be used.
ScariTILL Operation
The ScariTILL Tine utilizes a spring
as the break out mechanism. The
tine’s breakout is nominally 180kg
(400lb) or 245kg (540lb) depend-
ing on the model. The ScariTILL’s
tine shank height can be adjusted
vertically in 12.5mm (1/2”) incre-
ments.
Digging depth is adjusted using
the frame’s depth control system.
Important: M20 set screws secur-
ing the shank may need retightening upon ini-
tial bedding in.
Note: The tine breakout force increases as the
underframe clearance (UFC) is reduced.
HydraTILL Operation
The HydraTILL Tine utilizes a
hydraulic cylinder as the break
out mechanism. The tine’s
breakout can be varied from
nominally 140 to 310kg (300 to
680lb) depending on circuit
pressure, position of shank &
ground tool.
The HydraTILL’s tine shank ad-
justment is identical to the
ScariTILL.
Digging depth is adjusted using the frames
depth control system.
The tine break out can be adjusted on the go,
between the range 600 – 1300 psi. Reduce the
tine breakout when the machine is working
passes through areas known to have rocks or
other submerged objects.
Note: The tine breakout force increases as the
under frame clearance (UFC) is reduced.