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Summary of Contents for Green-Rite

Page 1: ...Manual GREEN RITE One Pass Overseeder Aerator and or Seeder Cultivator with Corrugated Roller for Lawn and Turf Operations The operator s manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany...

Page 2: ...been selected using the following guidelines DANGER indicates and imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous si...

Page 3: ...r s Manual GREEN RITE One Pass Overseeder Aerator and or Seeder Cultivator with Corrugated Roller for Lawn and Turf Operations The operator s manual is a technical service guide and must always accomp...

Page 4: ...ing Depth 25 3 15 Test Run 23 3 14 Start Up 22 3 13 Attaching to the Tractor 21 3 12 Pre Operational Check 21 3 11 Safety Slip Clutch 20 3 10 Driveline 18 3 09 Seed or Fertiliser Hopper Calibration 16...

Page 5: ...General CAUTION all hardware is metric Only metric tools should be used Other tools that do not fit properly can slip and cause injury CAUTION right hand and left hand sides of the implement are deter...

Page 6: ...blades bearings drive lines shear pins slip clutches tires etc 3 Depreciation or damage caused by normal wear accidents improper maintenance improper protection or improper use 4 The use of non origin...

Page 7: ...at the operator prior to operating reads and understands the operator s manuals and is instructed in safe and proper use 2 01 Preparation 1 Before operating equipment read and understand the operator...

Page 8: ...fter striking an obstacle disengage the PTO shut the tractor down and thoroughly inspect for damage before restarting 7 Never engage the PTO until the machine is in the down position and resting on th...

Page 9: ...ations disengage PTO and shut tractor down 3 540 rpm PTO only 4 Keep away from rotating driveline 5 Keep away thrown objects 6 Never allow passengers 7 Keep all shields in place 8 Keep away from rotat...

Page 10: ...lp incorporate the seed into the ground through compacted soil and thatch A corrugated roller with fibreglass rings follows behind the Green Rite to compact the ground for optimal seed germination Dep...

Page 11: ...here is no safe place for riders 11 Do not operate unless all personnel livestock and pets are several meters away to prevent injury by thrown objects 12 Before backing up disengage the implement and...

Page 12: ...and service including lubrication is the responsibility of the authorised dealer It is up to you to assure that the machine is in perfect condition and ready to be used It is your responsibility to en...

Page 13: ...with two rows of tickler tines mounted between the roller arms see fig 4 These tines work as a rake to help cover grass seed for ideal germination conditions The tines are raised and lowered automatic...

Page 14: ...ng depth of the tines By shortening the turnbuckle the corrugated roller raises thereby lowering the tines to a deeper depth see fig 5 Lengthen the turnbuckle lowers the roller which in turn raises th...

Page 15: ...pairs or adjustments under the machine unless it is safely blocked 3 06 Front Roller Adjustment As an option the Green Rite can be supplied with a front roller This option is very useful when the mach...

Page 16: ...supports attached to the side of the Green Rite When using be sure both wheels are in the same position The rear roller is then adjusted so the machine is working as level and parallel to the ground a...

Page 17: ...and distributes at its maximum potential see fig 8 A secondary regulation is the lever located on the side of each cup housing This controls the position of the cleanout gate top middle and bottom It...

Page 18: ...50 692 618 560 504 428 370 314 239 180 123 48 Alfalfa 560 520 466 426 385 330 290 250 209 156 115 60 Sand love grass 601 558 502 460 420 364 321 280 224 183 137 76 Weeping love grass 159 148 133 121 1...

Page 19: ...quantity obtained with each revolution by 3 137 will give you the pounds of seed being spread per acre 9 If the results do not correspond to the desired amount which needs to be distributed adjust th...

Page 20: ...344 8 689 7 5 62 1 69 77 6 88 7 103 4 124 1 155 2 206 9 310 3 620 7 4 5 55 2 61 3 69 78 8 92 110 3 137 9 183 9 275 9 551 7 4 48 3 53 6 60 3 69 80 5 96 6 120 7 160 9 241 4 482 8 3 5 41 4 46 51 7 59 1 6...

Page 21: ...ase to outside of inner telescoping tube Reassemble the driveline halves and connect to tractor and implement Raise and lower machine again to be sure driveline does not bottom out in the shortest pos...

Page 22: ...weight riding on the roller The front of the machine should be held upward at a slight angle by the tractor arms DANGER always stay clear of rotating driveline and blades when the PTO is engaged WARN...

Page 23: ...r depending on the tractor Optional hitch blocks are available for use on tractors with non standard three point hitches Secure the two arms with the lynch pins Tighten the tractor arms side movement...

Page 24: ...the machine see fig 13 3 14 Start Up DANGER never allow anyone around the Green Rite when it is in operation Never engage the tractor PTO before the tines are about to touch the ground DANGER operate...

Page 25: ...ng to see if front weights need to be added to the tractor in order to maintain balance 10 Checking the tractor tires for the proper pressure in accordance to the tractor operator s manual 11 Checking...

Page 26: ...NOTE excessive vibration or jumping of the machine is an indication that the machine is working too deep for conditions such as in hard parched or compacted soil and should be adjusted accordingly 3...

Page 27: ...ballast should be used to improve stability When working over uneven terrain observe the type of terrain and develop a safe travel pattern Whenever traction or stability is doubtful first test drive...

Page 28: ...nd it is advisable to adjust the tractor lift arms in order to be able to raise the machine 35 40 cm 14 16 from the ground see fig 14 OPERATION 28 ROTOMEC GREEN RITE OPERATOR S MANUAL 35 40 cm Fig 14...

Page 29: ...complete stop before attempting to perform maintenance 6 Never work under equipment unless it is blocked securely 7 Never trust the tractor hydraulics alone to support the machine Before repairing or...

Page 30: ...accept any liability for injury or warranty 4 02 Service The following illustrations show lubrication points The frequency of lubrication given is based on normal operating conditions Severe or unusua...

Page 31: ...rbox oil level it should be between 1 2 and 2 3 full If needed add either SAE 90 wt or SAE 140 wt gear oil Whenever the hopper is used for fertiliser spreading it is extremely important to carefully c...

Page 32: ...ays recommended to purchase the machine with both rotors in order to get the most use out of the Green Rite Changing the rotor is a very simple operation Both types consist of two side supports and a...

Page 33: ...all blades needed to be changed are changed After putting on the new blades tighten the nuts to their proper torque specifications After putting on the new blades tighten the nuts to their proper tor...

Page 34: ...with tilling rotor ASAE 6th cat 220 12 14 231 104 26 215 681 226 205 40 70 GR 205 ASAE 3rd cat 180 11 14 231 67 23 170 531 186 165 25 45 GR 165 ASAE 3rd cat 180 11 14 231 52 18 150 453 166 145 25 45 G...

Page 35: ...d pressed in when being replaced 5 When reassembling the gearbox ensure that there is a precise match between ring and pinion gears 5 02 Chain Case To remove the chain do the following 1 unbolt chain...

Page 36: ...ractor 2 Wash the Green Rite carefully especially the hopper 3 Inspect the Green Rite and replace worn or damaged parts 4 Tighten all hardware16 5 Grease all areas indicated under maintenance 6 If the...

Page 37: ...speed Worn blades Slip Clutch slipping Ground speed too fast Machine skips and leaves crop residue Adjust slip clutch or replace discs Slip clutch slipping PTO turning but not blades Remove chain cas...

Page 38: ...run check for excessive vibration or overheating of bearings Operator s Manual Review the operator s manual with the customer Explain the following Warranty Safe operation and service Correct machine...

Page 39: ...anty does not apply to and excludes drivelines and driveline related safety devices shear pin yokes shear pins slip clutches clutch discs tires belts blades and other wear items At no time will the re...

Page 40: ...Aerator and or Seeder Cultivator with Corrugated Roller for Lawns and Turf Operation to which this declaration relates corresponds to the relevant basic safety and health requirements of the Directiv...

Page 41: ...arranty and understand clearly that there were and are no other representations of warranties either express or implied made by anyone I have been advised on proper operation maintenance and lubricati...

Page 42: ...Sender Fold here Place stamp here ROTOMEC spa Via Molino di Sopra 56 37054 Nogara VR ITALY...

Page 43: ...his manual without the expressed written permission of ROTOMEC spa Nogara Verona Italy Technical information provided in this manual is approximate the Company reserves the right to modify or improve...

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