Varitrak
T.G. Schmeiser Co., Inc.
Ph. (559) 268-8128
Fax (559) 268-3279
www.tgschmeiser.com
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Adjust Wing Turnbuckle............................20
Calibrate Wing Linkage.............................20
Initial Setup Checklist.........................................21
Implement Break-In............................................21
Connecting to Tractor.........................................21
Detaching from Tractor.......................................21
Field Operation...................................................22
Operation with a Laser System.................22
When Transporting Varitrak on the Road...........23
MAINTENANCE.......................................................23
Lubrication Points...............................................23
Wheel Hub Bearings.................................23
Wing Linkage.............................................23
Service Items......................................................24
Hydraulic Cylinders...................................24
Hydraulic Hoses........................................24
Front 3-Pt. Linkage....................................24
Tires...........................................................24
Ground Engaging Components..........................24
Bucket Blade.............................................24
S-Tines......................................................24
Maintenance Schedule.......................................25
STORAGE................................................................26
Storage Preparation...........................................26
Placing in storage...............................................26
Removing From Storage....................................26
PARTS SECTION.....................................................27
Component Nomenclature..................................27
Ordering Parts....................................................28
Parts Drawings...............................................28
Self-Leveling 3-Pt. Hitch Assembly...........28
3-Pt. Hitch Laser Option Assembly............29
Wing Linkage and Turnbuckle Assembly...30
Sliding Plates Assembly............................31
Dual Tire Frame Assembly........................32
Single Tire/Steel Wheel Frame Assembly..33
Wing Bucket Assembly..............................34
Rear Braces Assembly..............................35
S-Tine Attachment Assembly (Optional)...36
S-Tine Attachment Links Assembly (Opt.).37
S-Tine Assembly (Optional)......................38
S-Tine Layouts (Optional)..........................39
HYDRAULIC DIAGRAMS.........................................40
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT.......................43
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION........................................................4
Engineered for Long Life...................................4
Serial Number Information....................................4
Replacement Parts................................................4
Warranty Information............................................4
Serial Number Location.........................................4
Factory Contact Information..................................4
Dealer Contact Information....................................4
SPECIFICATIONS......................................................5
SAFETY......................................................................6
Safety Alert Symbols............................................6
Safety Icons Nomenclature..................................7
Personal Protection/Important Information..7
Prohibited Actions........................................7
Hazard Avoidance.......................................7
General Safety......................................................8
Assembly Safety...................................................8
Towing Safety.......................................................9
Highway and Transport Operations..........10
Operation Safety.................................................10
Tractor Requirements................................10
Tractor Safety Devices..............................11
ROPS and Seat Belt..................................11
Attaching to Tractor............................................11
Prior to Connecting Unit ............................11
Connecting to the Tractor..........................11
Hydraulic Component Safety..............................12
Maintenance Safety............................................12
Tires Safety...............................................13
Tire and Lug Torque Specifications...........13
Bolt Torque Requirements.........................13
Welding Repairs........................................14
Storage Safety...................................................14
Disposal of Equipment at End of Useful Life......14
Safety Marking and Lighting...............................15
SAFETY SIGNS AND DECALS...............................16
Safety Sign Placement....................................16
Safety Signs and Decals.....................................17
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION...............................18
Assembly Procedure...........................................18
Self-Leveling Hitch.................................18
Laser Control Kit (Optional)..................19
S-Tine Assembly (Optional)..................19
Adjustment Procedure.......................................20
Level Wings..............................................20