5. Operating Instructions
DANGER
Do not operate the Verticutter until you
have completely read this manual.
5.1 Preliminary Checks
1. Clear any debris from above and underneath the machine
2. Ensure scheduled maintenance activities have been
completed.
3. Inspect belts for condition and correct tension.
4. Inspect blades for wear or damage.
5. Ensure all guards and covers are firmly fixed in place
5.2 Set Up
1. Ensure that the GBS 1200 is on firm, level surface
2. The cutting depth is set via the two adjusting screws (0986) at the
back of the machine. Set your required depth by turning these
screws simultaneously, clockwise for lesser depth or anti-
clockwise for greater depth. Before mounting onto the tractor
you could set your depth by placing all four of the machines
wheels on timbers or bricks so the blades can safely be lowered
below the tyre level i.e. so they would be travelling into the
ground when the machine is resting on the four wheels. As long
as the four wheels are raised at the same height, you will be able
to check your depth of cut.
3. When the desired depth has been reached turn the locking
levers (0970) on both adjusting screws around until they lock
onto the trailing arm assembly (0965).
4. Position the tractor in front of the GBS 1200 and lower the tractor
3-point hitch.
5. Attach the lower tractor arms to the bottom links, secure with
3/8” lynch pins and connect the upper tractor arm.
6. Adjust the tractor sway bars so that there is no side-to-side
motion.
7. Raise the GBS 1200 off the ground and verify that the unit is level.
8. Attach the P.T.O shaft to the GBS 1200 and then to the tractor,
ensuring that both locking pins pop up.
9. Secure the P.T.O guard retaining chains at both ends.
