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Figure 14
11.0 START/STOP PROCEDURE
The start procedure is VERY important. If this procedure is not executed as described
below, serious damage to the machine / subsoil could be the result.
The start procedure is as follows
(see Figure 14)
:
1. Check the Verti-Top for loose components and look whether all components function
properly.
If loose components are observed or components do not function
properly, the problems must be solved before using the Verti-Top!
2. Drive to the spot where the processing should take place.
3. Let the Verti-Top sink into the subsoil with a smooth movement.
4. Adjust the working depth of the machine statically as described in Chapter 6.0 and
adjust the rake as described in Chapter 6.1.
Make sure that the tractor is blocked well and cannot move on its
own accord!
Switch off the tractor before descending!
5. If required, the top rod can be placed in the slotted hole (4) in the terrain-following
operating position.
6. Raise the Verti-Top and drive to the starting point.
7. Let the machine drop until the machine hovers above the ground at approx. 50 mm.
8. Engage the tractor in the correct gear.
9. Switch on the PTO with a low number of motor revolutions.
10. Raise the number of PTO revolutions to approx. 300 rpm.
11. Set the tractor in forward motion and let the Verti-Top sink onto the pre-adjusted
bearing rollers with a smooth movement.
12. Raise the number of PTO revolutions to the maximum value of 540 rpm.
13. Increase the driving speed to maximum 12 km/h (7.5 mph).
Stopping occurs as follows:
1. While driving, raise the machine with a smooth movement until the machine hovers
above the ground at approx. 50 mm.
2. Stop the PTO and raise the machine even further.
3. Drive to the next location and start the operation as described above.
