7.5m - Straw Harrow
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3.0. Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of a new Claydon Straw Harrow. The Claydon Straw Harrow is a
fast and low cost operation which can be used numerous times to create a micro-tilth, for
fast weed germination, hoeing out weeds, killing slugs and levelling out straw prior to drilling.
Using the Claydon Straw Harrow will result in a cost effective way of germinating weeds and
creating stale seedbeds.
The Claydon Straw Harrow will gather and carry some straw in its tines in the heavier patches,
and slowly release it out of the rear of the machine in a steady/even flow through the lighter
covered patches. By carrying a small amount of straw at each tine the Harrow acts like a
broom dragging along the ground. This broom effect destroys the delicate eggs by moving
and breaking them or exposing them to UV light at the surface.
Slugs tend to lay their eggs just below the straw layer in the dark damp atmosphere that suits
the eggs perfectly, and as a result are right next to a perfect food source (freshly germinated
seeds) when they hatch.
The purpose of this Operator's Manual is to comprehensively explain to the operator how to
set up, use and maintain the machine. It is important that the operator reads this manual
carefully to correctly set up, use and maintain the machine safely. For any further assistance
or explanation please contact Claydon Yield-O-Meter using the contact details given on the
front cover and quoting the serial number stamped on the left hand plate near where the
top link attaches.
3.1. Identification of the Machine
The Claydon Straw Harrow range offers the following specification:
Machine
Working
Width
Transport
Width
Approximate
Weight
Number of
Tines
Horse Power
Requirement
(Estimated)
7.5m
7.5m
2.85m
1400kg
60
135 HP
In addition to the machine identification plate, the serial number can also be found stamped
on the machine into the left hand main mounting beam.
Location of serial number
Detail of serial number (enhanced)
Record your serial number here: …………….………………………………………………………
You may need to quote the serial number of your machine when you order spare parts in the
future.
