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7.0. Operation
7.2. Correct sequence for engaging
NOTE:
Only lower the lifted
GREENS TERRA SPIKE:
•
on the area you want to
work and
•
only switch on the drive
of the power take-off
shaft just before
touching the ground.
Sequence:
1.
Lower GREENS TERRA
SPIKE close to ground.
2.
Switch on PTO.
3.
Lower GREENS TERRA
SPIKE completely.
7.3. Malfunctions and remedies
Description Cause Remedy
GREENS TERRA SPIKE
makes knocking
noises
Speed of power
take-off shaft
is too high.
Reduce speed of power
take-off shaft or
choose lower gear
speed.
GREENS TERRA SPIKE
″
jumps
″
The ground is too
hard or too dry.
Stones in the ground.
Reduce working depth.
Work ground several
times at several
working cycles.
GREENS TERRA SPIKE
does not operate
although PTO shaft is
running.
Gear speed at gear
unit is not correct.
Check the gear speed
at the gear unit.
Slotted holes form
during work.
The ground is too
wet.
The driving speed
might be too high.
Wait until ground is
dry enough to be
worked.
Reduce driving speed.
Sod is torn out.
Not enough roots in
the lawn.
Mount a pressure
pad (additional
equiment).
