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Page 1: ...Translation of original operating instructions Deep Aerator TERRA SLIT 499 001 From machine ID no Version January 2010 499 99 09 ...

Page 2: ...ll information illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice 2 ...

Page 3: ...ll information illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice 3 ...

Page 4: ... performed a pre delivery inspection to ensure best performance THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY for commercial use and standard applications in the maintenance of grass and turf for slitting loosening or aerating sports fields and golf courses INTENDED USE Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended use The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage or injury resulting from ...

Page 5: ...Tractor 27 29 4 1 General 27 4 2 Ballast 27 4 3 Attachment to the tractor 28 4 4 Attachment to the tractor 29 4 5 Drawbar support 29 5 0 Disconnecting from the Tractor 30 31 5 1 General 30 5 2 Unhitching TERRA SLIT 30 5 3 Unhitch TERRA SLIT 31 6 0 Before Using 32 34 6 1 General 32 6 2 Indicator and adjustment components 33 6 3 Adjusting TERRA SLIT 34 6 4 Adjusting rear roller 34 7 0 Operation 35 3...

Page 6: ...ons Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and warning signs on your machine Keep warning signs in good condition Replace missing or damaged warning signs Make sure that new equipment components and replacement parts include the current warning signs Replacement warning signs are available from your dealer Learn how to operate the machine and use the controls properly Do not let anyone ...

Page 7: ...oise can cause impairment or loss of hearing Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortably loud noises Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating the machine Stay clear of rotating drive shafts Entanglement in a rotating drive shaft may cause serious inju...

Page 8: ... clothing away from moving parts Avoid high pressure fluids Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines Tighten all connections before applying pressure Hydraulic oil escaping from a small leak is virtually invisible therefore search for leaks with a piece of cardboard Protect hands...

Page 9: ...dlights flashing warning lights and turn signals day and night Follow local regulations for equipment lighting and marking Keep lighting and marking visible and in good working order Replace or repair lighting and marking that has been damaged or lost An implement safety lighting kit is available from your dealer Avoid heating near pressurized fluid lines Flammable spray can be generated by heatin...

Page 10: ...lly toxic fumes and dust Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is heated by welding soldering or using a torch Do all work outside or in a well ventilated area Dispose of paint and solvent properly Remove paint before welding or heating If you sand paint avoid breathing the dust Wear an approved respirator If you use solvent or paint stripper clean with soap and water before welding Remove s...

Page 11: ...e to indicate potential danger The hazard is identified by a exclamation point in a warning triangle An adjacent symbol shows information on how to avoid personal injury These safety signs their placement on the machine and a brief explanatory text are shown below Operator s manual This operator s manual contains all important information necessary for safe machine operation Carefully observe all ...

Page 12: ...tice 12 1 0 Safety 1 1 Safety Decals Safety cover The safety cover prevents access to the tines The safety cover is secured with a bolt on both sides Parking position Before parking the cocks on both hydraulic cylinders must be shut off to prevent the machine from lowering Set of tines Never touch moving parts of the machine Wait until they have come to a complete standstill 499 04 499 03 499 06 ...

Page 13: ...nual b Do not operate the machine without guards shield and safety devices in place and working c Do not operate the machine when children and others are around d Do not allow operation of the machine by untrained personnel ATTENTION DANGER Never use TERRA SLIT without safety equipment Otherwise you expose yourself and others to extreme danger Moving parts may cause serious injuries Where to Find ...

Page 14: ...ons before starting work Ensure that all protective equipment has been properly installed it is too late to do this when you have started work During work operation the user is responsible for the safety of third parties Before moving off ensure that the immediate area of the machine is clear e g no children nearby Ensure that your visibility is not impaired Keep clear of the danger zone of the ma...

Page 15: ... General Park TERRA SLIT with the machine supports in top position For this work please use your personal protective equipment PSA such as gloves goggles ear protectors If no additional weights from Wiedenmann are installed but other objects are used as ballast note the following 1 the approved weight as defined in the specifications must be maintained 2 the objects must be fixed in the ballast fr...

Page 16: ...f publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice 16 2 0 Assembly 2 2 Installing tines There are two options for installing the tines 1 Pitch 6 in fur 40 tines 2 Pitch 3 in fur 76 tines Correct position of standard tines Correct position of intensive tines Correct position of fine cutting tines ...

Page 17: ... to make changes at any time without notice 17 2 0 Assembly 2 3 Mounting hollow tines and half disks Version 1 8 spoons per half disk set are installed Version 2 the half disk set is fully fitted with 16 tines The disks are always fastened on the same side No more than ten half disk sets with hollow tines may be installed This corresponds to a pitch of 6 in ...

Page 18: ...o make changes at any time without notice 18 2 0 Assembly 2 4 Mounting blades and half disks 8 blades per half disk set are mounted Versión 1 10 half disk sets are fixed to every second disk This corresponds to a pitch of 6 in Version 2 19 half disk sets are fixed to every disk This corresponds to a pitch of 2 in The disks are always fastened on the same side ...

Page 19: ...intentional starting Fasten brackets A manually in the ballast frame on both sides Attach suspension to the ring bolts of the additional weight Lift the additional weight to the fastening position with a hoist Two persons are required for attachment without equipment The load for attachment is 48 5 lb 22 kg Tighten all fastening screws 2 6 Installing hydraulic weight transfer Fitting instructions ...

Page 20: ...e required for attachment without equipment The load for attachment is 48 5 lb 22 kg Align hole A on the side frame with hole B on the frame Secure with pins on both sides and lock with spring clips Fix bolt C at the matching hole at the back Mount and lock adjustment brace D on bolt For transportation adjustment braces must be locked by inserting the pin E into the hole in the side frame and lock...

Page 21: ... equipment The load for attachment is 55 lb 25 kg Attach basic unit to points A and B Fix cylinder bearing C into the matching hole on the frame on both sides Tap out expansion pin on both machine supports Lift basic unit with hoist to remove the machine supports Insert cross member E as shown in Figure 499 24 into the bottom hole of the attachment shackle and lock it Fasten wheels with their brac...

Page 22: ...r Fix drawbar J in the top holes in the inner shackles so the drawbar remains movable Insert top connecting rod K into the top hole and lock it Fasten bracket L to the frame with bolt M Fix the hydraulic line to the frame with the clips N Fix the lines for connecting to the tractor to the drawbar with the clip P Observe the following when connecting the hydraulic lines the length must be sufficien...

Page 23: ...vered fastened to a pallet Use only forklift trucks cranes or lifting equipment with a sufficient load bearing capacity Keep well clear of hoisted loads If the load falls it may cause fatal injuries Improper transport and mounting of TERRA SLIT may cause Injury to persons Damage to property Pay special attention to the driving direction when lifting the TERRA SLIT with the shipment frame We will n...

Page 24: ...ERRA SLIT is still fastened to the pallet move the forks into the shipping frame note direction of approach carefully raise the shipping frame unload the TERRA SLIT from the carrier vehicle when balanced cut through the tension straps attach the TERRA SLIT to the tractor and lift it from the pallet See item 4 2 3 2 2 Transport Using a Crane Attach ropes or belts to the ring bolts A and the top hol...

Page 25: ... any time without notice 25 2 0 Transport 3 2 Transporting the TERRA SLIT 3 2 3 Hitching point for transport on a trailer ATTENTION DANGER Note the description of removal in Section 5 2 RISK OF TIPPING OVER Tighten the belts evenly at diagonally opposite points Attachment points for belts on the front of the Terra SLIT Attachment points for belts on the back of the Terra SLIT ...

Page 26: ...three point attachment Raise the attached equipment with the tractor rear hydraulics and lock to prevent accidental lowering Be aware of the swivel range of the attached Terra SLIT when driving on public roads 3 4 Transportation with drawgear Lower the moving gear of the mounted equipment hydraulically to the stop and lock to prevent accidental lowering Caution The equipment version with drawbar i...

Page 27: ... ballast weights see operator s manual of tractor Always pay attention to The load on the three point hitch Attach the TERRA SLIT only to the engine turned off the PTO shaft disengaged 4 2 Ballast When attaching rear mounted equipment always ensure there is sufficient front axle load the steering capability of the vehicle must be maintained Always position weights in accordance with specifications...

Page 28: ...d machine match each other Mounting steps 1 Remove bottom connecting rod at pin 1a for cat 1 or 1b for cat 2 and lock with linch pin 2 2 Mount the upper links follows depending on the tractor insert the bolt for category 1 with diameter 3a and fix it with the cotter key 4 Or for attachment with category 2 use diameter 3b 3 Tighten the tension lock of the stabilizing chain 4 Position the two machin...

Page 29: ...ttachment note the following a swinging drawbar or a yoke coupling hydraulic connection at the rear of the tractor For tractors that do not have this equipment please contact your dealer Attach drawbar to tractor and lock The hydraulics are connected to the hydraulic connectors on the rear end of the tractor Avoid tight bends and chafing of the hydraulic lines Set hydraulic valve to open position ...

Page 30: ...ERRA SLIT on a firm stable and smooth surface and with the machine supports fully lowered This ensures the security of the TERRA SLIT and prevents the tines from being damaged 5 2 Unhitching TERRA SLIT Park the TERRA SLIT on the machine supports only Lower machine supports to the bottom position and lock Lower Terra Slit to the ground Release top connecting rod and disconnect the installed machine...

Page 31: ...e 31 5 0 Disconnecting from the Tractor 5 3 Unhitch TERRA SLIT Push the moving gear of the hitched machine down to the stop with the hydraulics Switch ball valve to CLOSED position to prevent the machine from lowering unexpectedly Release hydraulic pressure in the lines Lower stand on drawbar and lock with connector A Disconnect hydraulic lines and attach to bracket B Disconnect tractor from drawb...

Page 32: ...ake sure that all safety equipment has been properly mounted It will be too late for this during operation Observe the operating instructions and pay attention to general safety specifications and occupational health and safety regulations The equipment version with drawbar is NOT approved for operation on public roads Always ensure there is sufficient front axle load the steering capability of th...

Page 33: ...e changes at any time without notice 33 6 0 Before Using 6 2 Indicator and adjustment components Ball valve on both hydraulic cylinders for locking the moving gear for transportation and maintenance work Position OPEN Position CLOSED Top connecting rod from drawbar to frame of basic unit The horizontal position is set to working position with the top connecting rod ...

Page 34: ...e without notice 34 6 0 Before Using 6 3 Adjusting TERRA SLIT Lower Terra Slit in working position on a flat surface Adjust the top connecting rod so the top edge of the frame is parallel to the ground 6 4 Adjusting rear roller Note Adjust the rear roller with the tines only The working depth is adjusted with holes 1 to 4 Hole 1 for 2 in Hole 2 for 4 in Hole 3 for 5 in Hole 4 for 8 in ...

Page 35: ...RA SLIT without its safety devices If you do operate the TERRA SLIT without safety devices you expose yourself and others to extreme danger Always check the immediate surroundings when starting to drive be careful of CHILDREN Do not drive backwards when the TERRA SLIT is operating Avoid big changes in direction while using articulated tractors The equipment version with drawbar is NOT approved for...

Page 36: ... ground conditions Special care should be taken when working and turning on a slope RISK OF TIPPING OVER Drive at a moderate speed for better results Do not turn sharply 7 3 Working with the TERRA SLIT NOTE Lower the attached TERRA SLIT only on the work area Procedure three point hitch version 1 Lower TERRA SLIT to the ground 2 Set rear tractor hydraulics for floating position NOTE Lower the attac...

Page 37: ...t to right Rocky subsurface Reduce the working depth Weigh frame down with additional weight When adding ballast note the approved total weight Ground is too dry or too compact Work area twice Too many tines in use Reduce the number of tines by half Hydraulic weight transfer incorrectly adjusted Desired working depth not achieved Rear roller incorrectly set Check adjustment and readjust if necessa...

Page 38: ...re often not of the required quality and therefore constitute safety hazards Furthermore the guarantee only retains its validity and legitimate guarantee claims can only be recognized if original parts from Wiedenmann have been used exclusively We would like to draw your attention in particular to the fact that original parts which are not supplied by Wiedenmann have neither been tested nor approv...

Page 39: ...ormation available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice 39 8 0 Maintenance 8 2 Maintenance and inspection list Working hours Check Procedure 10 Flange bearing for loosening rotor Lubricating 10 Pedestal bearing for rear roller Lubricating ...

Page 40: ...or and secure it against unintentional starting Before starting the machine after a longer standstill lubricate and maintain the entire machine Lubricate frequently as required Until all lubrication points are sufficiently lubricated Clean lubrication nipple before use Keep all exposed machine parts threaded spindles and guides slightly lubricated Points for manual lubrication See pictures The pic...

Page 41: ... sealing elements in contact with aggressive liquids e g carbon tetrachloride tri benzene caustic solutions cids etc Soak up drops of oil with a binding agent and dispose of according to the regulations Eliminate the cause Only use wire brush and caustic solutions in case of emergency Equipment and use Cleaning with water All dirty parts but use caution water causes rust Cleaning with dry cloth Al...

Page 42: ...lic system is not approved for the use of organic oils CAUTION Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury For this reason always depressurize the system before disconnecting lines Before pressure builds up again in the system ensure that there are no leaks in any of the line connections Hydraulic oil escaping from a small opening is hardly visible A piece of cardbo...

Page 43: ... and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice 43 8 0 Maintenance 8 6 Hydraulic connection diagram 499 57 ...

Page 44: ...quipment Always maintain the specified tire pressure Never inflate tires above the recommended pressure Do not heat wheels or tires or carry out welding work on them Heating tires may cause them to burst because heating greatly increases the pressure in the tire Welding may deform or damage a wheel When inflating a tire select a filler connection with a safety strap and an extension hose with suff...

Page 45: ... Precautions and observe local safety regulations Danger points are residual pressure in lines and adjusting elements heavy parts might fall down after dismounting sharp edges the machine might tilt and crush someone Disassembly Disposal 1 Place the TERRA SLIT on stable ground 2 Drain hydraulic oil 3 Disassemble TERRA SLIT from the top downwards IMPORTANT Strictly observe the regulations and laws ...

Page 46: ...thout notice 46 8 0 Maintenance 8 9 Unauthorized modification and spare part manufacturing Modifications of the TERRA SLIT are only authorized with the permission of the manufacturer Original spare parts and accessories authorized by the manufacturer guarantee your safety The use of other parts might change the characteristics of the TERRA SLIT In this case we do not accept any liability ...

Page 47: ...e point version 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Basic unit S S S S S S S Standard tines W W W W W W W Intensive tines W W W W W W W Fine cut tines W W W W W W W Blades W W W W W W W Hollow tine W W W W W W W Half disk set W W W W W W W 1 to 3 additional weights O O O Trailing roller O O O Hydraulic weight transfer O O O O Trailer version 8 9 10 11 Basic unit S S S S Standard tines W W W W Intensive tines W W W W Fi...

Page 48: ...ard tines Tine rows per working width 19 10 Number 76 40 Max working depth 8 in Intensive tines Tine rows per working width 19 10 Number 76 40 Max working depth 6 in Fine cut tines Tine rows per working width 19 10 Half disk set and Number 10 Hollow tine Number 80 Max working depth 3 in Holes per m 40 Half disk set and Number 10 Hollow tine Number 160 Max working depth 3 in Holes per m 80 Half dis...

Page 49: ...ut notice 49 9 0 Equipment 9 4 Optional equipment TERRA SLIT Three point version Trailer version Standard tines W W Intensive tines W W Fine cut tines W W Blades W W Hollow tine W W Half disk set W W One additional weight complete O O Two additional weights complete O O Three additional weights complete O O Moving gear with drawbar O Trailing roller complete O O Hydraulic weight transfer O O ...

Page 50: ...quired for tractor HP KW 30 22 Min lifting power of tractor with standard fittings lb 2205 Weights Basic unit with safety cover lb 622 Basic unit without safety cover lb 586 Standard tines 40 units for pitch 6 in lb 106 Standard tines 76 units for pitch 3 in lb 203 Intensive tines 40 units for pitch 6 in lb 71 Intensive tines 76 units for pitch 3 in lb 134 Fine cut tines 40 units for pitch 6 in lb...

Page 51: ...ns in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice 51 10 0 Specifications 10 1 1 Technical details Three point version 499 53 C J D F E A B H G ...

Page 52: ...r axle pcs 1 Permissible drawbar load lb 419 Weights Basic unit with safety cover lb 595 Basic unit without safety cover lb 560 Moving gear with drawbar lb 406 Standard tines 40 units for pitch 6 in lb 106 Standard tines 76 units for pitch 3 in lb 203 Intensive tines 40 units for pitch 6 in lb 71 Intensive tines 76 units for pitch 3 in lb 134 Fine cut tines 40 units for pitch 6 in lb 71 Fine cut t...

Page 53: ...cations in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice 53 10 0 Specifications 10 1 2 Technical details Trailer version A F 499 54 B D E C ...

Page 54: ...1075 800 1350 1000 M27 490 360 625 450 950 700 1200 875 1350 1000 1700 1250 1600 1150 2000 1500 M30 675 490 850 625 1300 950 1650 1200 1850 1350 2300 1700 2150 1600 2700 2000 M33 900 675 1150 850 1750 1300 2200 1650 2500 1850 3150 2350 2900 2150 3700 2750 M36 1150 850 1450 1075 2250 1650 2850 2100 3200 2350 4050 3000 3750 2750 4750 3500 DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or tighte...

Page 55: ...the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice 55 10 0 Specifications 10 3 Serial Number Record product identification No serial no in the space provided below Always quote this number when ordering spare parts or making warranty claims Product Identification Number 499 55 ...

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