Toro ProCore 1298, Руководство оператора

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4. Assemble the damper assembly to the coring head
frame again. Ensure that the D washer is installed
against the coring head frame as shown in
Figure 26 .
Secure the 2 locknuts.
To see the effects of this adjustment, adjust only 3 to
4 assemblies to compare the original position and the
new position on a trial pass. When satisfactory results
are achieved, move the remaining assemblies to the
same height as the desired arms.
Transporting the Machine
To begin transport operation, raise the aerator and disengage
the PTO. To avoid loss of control, traverse steep inclines
slowly, approach rough areas at reduced speed and cross
severe undulations carefully.
Important:
Do not exceed transport speeds of 24 km/h
(15 mph).
Cleaning the Machine after
Use
After daily use, thoroughly wash the machine with a garden
hose
without a nozzle to avoid contamination and seal and
bearing damage due to excessive water pressure. You can use
a brush to remove caked-on material. Use mild detergent
to clean the covers. After cleaning, grease all drive lines and
roller bearings, inspect for machine damage, oil leakage, and
component and tine wear.
Remove, clean, and oil the tines. Spray a light oil mist on the
coring head bearings (crank and damper links).
Operating Tips
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury, never leave the tractor seat
without first disengaging the PTO drive, setting
the parking brake and stopping the engine. Never
perform aerator adjustments or repairs without first
lowering the aerator onto the safety stand. Be sure
all safety devices are secured in proper place before
resuming operation.
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Engage the PTO at low engine speed. Increase engine
speed to achieve PTO speed of 540 rpm (maximum) and
the lower aerator. Operate at an engine rpm that the
aerator runs most smoothly.
Note:
Changing engine/PTO rpm in a particular tractor
gear (or fixed hydrostatic pedal position on tractors with
hydrostatic transmission) will not change hole spacing.
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Make very gradual turns when aerating. Never make
sharp turns with the PTO drive engaged. Plan your
aeration path before lowering the aerator.
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If the tractor “bogs” down when operating on hard
ground or going uphill, raise the aerator slightly until the
speed is regained, then lower the aerator again.
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Do not aerate if the ground is too hard or dry. Best
results are obtained after a rain or when turf has been
watered the previous day.
Note:
If the roller rides up off the ground while aerating,
the ground is too hard to achieve the desired depth;
reduce the aeration depth until the roller contacts the
ground during operation.
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Raise the aerator penetration if the ground is hard
packed. Clean up cores and aerate at deeper penetration,
preferably after watering.
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The ProCore 864 aerator is offset to the tractor's right
side to allow aerating without driving over the cores with
the tractor tires. Whenever possible, aerate with the
longer offset towards the previous aeration pass.
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Always check/adjust the top link whenever you change
the aeration depth. The front of the aerator should be
vertical.
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Look backward frequently to ensure that the machine
is operating properly and alignment is maintained with
previous passes.
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Always clear the area of all damaged machine parts, such
as broken tines, etc., to prevent them from being picked
up and thrown by mowers or other turf maintenance
equipment.
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Replace broken tines, and inspect and correct damage
to those still usable. Repair any other machine damage
before commencing operation.
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