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FOREWORD. 

Congratulations on the purchase of your VERTI-DRAIN. To ensure the safe and lasting operations of 
this VERTI-DRAIN you (and anyone using the machine) should read and understand this user's 
manual. A complete knowledge of the contents of the manual is necessary in order to ensure the safe 
use of this machine. 
The VERTI-DRAIN is not an independently operating machine. It is the responsibility of the user to 
use the correct tractor

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 The user will also need to check the tractor / VERTI-DRAIN combination on 

safety aspects, noise level, user instructions and risk analysis.

 

The VERTI-DRAIN is intended exclusively for grass fields or areas on which grass can grow.  
On the following page, we will begin with the safety instructions. Every user must be familiar with 
these instructions and must follow them carefully. Below you will find a registration card, which 
should be returned to us so that we are able to process any future claims. 
In this manual, many instructions are given which are stated in a number sequence. The user must 
follow the instructions according to this sequence. If the * appears this refers to safety instructions. If 
the @ is used, this refers to a tip and/ or note. 
 
All information and technical specifications provided at the moment that this document is published 
are the most recent ones. Design specifications may be changed without prior notice. 
 
This document is a translation of the original operating instructions. 
Upon request, the original operating instructions are available in Dutch. 

 

 

 

 

GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

THIS VERTI-DRAIN PRODUCT IS DELIVERED TO THE CUSTOMER ACCOMMPANIED BY 
A GUARANTEE AGAINST DEFECTS IN THE MATERIALS USED. THIS GUARANTEE 
APPLIES FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS AS OF THE DATE OF PURCHASE. 
VERTI-DRAIN GUARANTEES ARE SUBJECTED TO THE "GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR 
SUPPLY OF PLANT AND MACHINERY FOR EXPORT, NUMBER 188", WHICH ARE 
PUBLISHED UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE UNITED NATIONS ECONOMIC 
COMMISSION FOR EUROPE

 

 

 

REGISTRATION CARD. 

For your own record, copy the information from the registration card to the table hereunder

 

 
Serial number of machine 

 

 
Name of your distributor 

 

 
Date of purchase 

 

 
Any remarks 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Verti-Drain 7316

Page 1: ...MANUAL IS CAREFULLY READ BEFORE THE VERTI DRAIN IS USED 1735 English 911 120 441 Operator and Parts manual Verti Drain Model 7316 Serial number Translation of the original operating instructions Kweke...

Page 2: ...tions are given which are stated in a number sequence The user must follow the instructions according to this sequence If the appears this refers to safety instructions If the is used this refers to a...

Page 3: ...ler from the ground and unstable behaviour of the VERTI DRAIN 10 Check the VERTI DRAIN once a week to ensure there are no loose screws or nuts and bolts 11 The VERTI DRAIN may never be used without pr...

Page 4: ...coupling of the Verti Drain 13 12 0 Problem analysis 14 13 0 Maintenance 15 14 0 EU Declaration 15 15 0 Technical information 16 15 1 Torque settings 16 15 2 The crankshaft 17 15 2 1 Replacing the tra...

Page 5: ...m 1 7 1 2 Recommended tractor size 28 HP with lift capacity of minimum 825 Kg 1815 lbs Capacity maximum Spacing 65 mm 2 1 2 Spacing 130mm 5 Spacing 195mm 7 1 2 Up to 1360 sq mtr 12300 sq ft hour Up to...

Page 6: ...ing it to rotate on its front roller 7 Gently lower the machine till it stands on the front and rear roller 8 Connect the machine to a tractor Use correct tractor see specifications 9 Lift the machine...

Page 7: ...related to maximum tine length 6 Tine angle adjustment lever 7 Knurled nuts for securing the rear access door of the VERTI DRAIN rear access door should always be closed and free of any damage 8 Rubb...

Page 8: ...ws see fig 3 1 Measure the distance between tractor PTO shaft and VERTI DRAIN PTO shaft from groove to groove when machine is on the ground at correct angle and attached to the tractor 2 Measure the l...

Page 9: ...the machine Loosen up all bolts nuts two turns Run the machine in the field at very low rpm s If the clutch slips stop after 10 seconds If it doesn t slip loosen bolts more or go to annual maintenance...

Page 10: ...tual decal reading Clean and spray the spindle and nut with anti sticking grease oil every 100 hours to prevent dirt sticking on the nut 6 0 TINE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT The adjustment of the angle of all ti...

Page 11: ...rocks are expected the input speed should be lowered With heavier tines or attachments the tine holders may start to float Lower rpm s at that time before the tine holders start to turn upwards In Fi...

Page 12: ...achine further till the lowest tines are at least 120 mm 5 above the ground 5 Move to the next spot and start again as described above It is absolutely necessary to proceed as described above If the m...

Page 13: ...nd is very compacted use shorter thinner tines to penetrate or adjust working depth 10 0 TRANSPORT OF VERTI DRAIN The user is responsible for the transport of the VERTI DRAIN behind the tractor along...

Page 14: ...circumstances Change tine size Adjust working depth Use other size tines Adjust working depth Irrigate first Do job not in one pass PTO breakage Slip clutches slips often Tubes are cracking Check set...

Page 15: ...ely at machine 4 shots each EP 2 After every 100 hours Grease PTO and rollers Check bolts nuts Look closely at machine Grease spindles front roller 4 shots each EP 2 After every 500 operating hours Re...

Page 16: ...questions please contact your dealer who is willing to assist you 15 TORQUE SETTINGS In fig 8 the torque settings of the most important bolts nuts are given For the ones the torque setting is not men...

Page 17: ...lide crank VI away from the gearbox using a hammer and hitting is slightly at the centre until big end pin VII is free 5 Rotate crank VI and slide big end IX from the big end pin VII 6 Remove handle X...

Page 18: ...e of possible tension in the crankshaft parts It is necessary to remove these as follows see fig 9 1 Tap the centre of the crank adjacent to the gearbox alternately left and right 2 Feel whether the c...

Page 19: ...semble the bridge V in between T and AD V is bolted with two bolts nuts U to T at one side and with one bolt W nut N one bolt nut U to AD at the other side The hydraulic cylinder O bottom side is asse...

Page 20: ...verything can be tightened BE SURE that all tubes and hoses are fully inserted into the connectors before tightening them 10 Assemble both supply hoses B to the machine and the quick connectors A If t...

Page 21: ...the machine all the time Use washers 16 to align the bushes to the rear roller scraper support Assembling the core collector itself Assemble supports 17 with eye bolts 9 and nuts 10 11 to the main co...

Page 22: ...ted when the machine is raised When the working depth on the machine is adjusted the chain length need to be checked The rubber seal strip 12 is the first and major shovel that should hold the cores I...

Page 23: ...ain beam can be hooked onto the machine The cut outs on the plate at each side of the main beam 7 should fit the mounted bushes 2 When the main beam is hooked up fit bolt 9 and square nut 13 When asse...

Page 24: ...ate any tine motion in the ground with 75 degrees we have the maximum tine action in the ground When tines are new they may disrupt the turf specially when the root system is weak Clean the tines firs...

Page 25: ...ow coring reduce your rpm s or irrigate first The dirt may wear your machine When the turf is damaged use the solid tines first to establish a healthy root system first or adjust the working depth The...

Page 26: ...number of tines like is shown in I II and III Also try adjusting the working depth All tines are fitted with grub screws B The grub screws of the centre row can only be accessed when the outer row ha...

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