FORM NO. 3326-197 MODEL NO. 09701TE—200000001 & UP MODEL NO. 09702TE—200000001 & UP ® OPERATOR'S MANUAL PROCORE 660 AERATOR PROCORE 880 AERATOR To understand this product, and for safety and optimum performance, read this manual before starting operation. Pay special attention to SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS highlighted by this symbol. The safety alert symbol means CAUTION, WARNING or DANGER—personal safety instruction. Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury.
Foreword The ProCore aerator has advanced concepts in engineering, design and safety, and if maintained properly, it will give you excellent service. Since this is a high-quality product, Toro is concerned about the future use of the machine and the user’s safety. Therefore, read this manual to familiarized yourself with proper set-up, operation and maintenance instructions. The major sections in the manual are 1. Safety instructions 2. Set-up Instructions 3. Before Operating 4. Operation 5.
Table of Contents Foreword Page 2 Table of Contents 3 Safety 4 Safety and Instruction Decals 7 Specifications Specifications—880 Specifications—660 8 8 8 Set-Up Instructions Tractor Requirements Ballast Requirements Connect Lower Link Arms Connect the Upper Link Install the Side Guards Adjust the PTO Shaft Length Connect the PTO Shaft Mount the Castor/Safety Stand Adjusting the Sway Links Level the Aerator Side-To-Side Adjust the 3-Point Lift Stop Install Tines/Tine Heads Mount the Turf Guards Ad
Safety and substantial shoes. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, ear protection and a helmet is advisable and may be required by some local ordinances and insurance regulations. Improper use or maintenance of the machine can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with the following safety instructions. Before Operating 1. 2.
24. Store the aerator away from areas of human activity. disconnecting from the tractor. 15. If it is necessary to probe below the soil surface, use a non conductive material to prevent electrical shock in case electrical wires are present. 25. DO NOT allow children to play on or around the stored machine. Transporting 26. Make sure the aerator is sifting, or blocked up firm and solid and will not sink into soft ground causing it to tip. 16.
Authorized Toro Distributor To ensure optimum performance and safety, always purchase genuine TORO replacement parts and accessories to keep the Toro all TORO. NEVER USE “WlLL-FIT” REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES MADE BY Other MANUFACTURERS. Look for the TORO logo to assure genuineness. Using unapproved replacement parts and accessories could void the warranty of The Toro Company.
Safety and Instruction Decals The following decals are installed on the aerator. If any become damaged or illegibile, replace them. The decal part number is listed below and in your parts catalog. Replacement can be ordered from your authorized Toro distributor. Next to PTO shaft (Part No. 100-5443) PTO Speed Next to depth adjust handles (2) (Part No. 100-5444) Raise or Lower to Change Depth Next to depth adjust handles (2) (Part No. 100-5442) Depth Gauge On rear frame (Part No.
Specifications Specifications—660 Working Width—60” (1.5 m) Overall Width—72” (1.83 m) Overall Length—33” (0.84 m) Overall Height—34” (0.86 m) Number of Tine Heads—6 Roller Diameter—6 inches (152 mm) Weight—1,220 lbs. (554 Kg) PTO Speed—540 rpm Power Requirement -24 hp (17.5 KW) Hitch Category—Category one, three-point linkage Min./Max. Depth—0–4.
Set-Up Instructions hitch pins (Fig. 1). Tractor Requirements • 18 KW—660 • 24 KW—880 • Correct tire pressure • Category one 3-point hitch, rated to lift at least a 1400 lb. (637 Kg) implement—660 Category one 3-point hitch, rated to lift at least a 1700 lb. (771 Kg) implement—880 • 540 rpm tractor PTO • Adequate front end weight (ballast) 2 1 Figure 1 1. Lower link 2. Lynch pin 6. Ballast Requirements Secure the lower link arms to the hitch pins with lynch pins (Fig.
1 2 3 Figure 3 1. Upper link 2. Link pin 3. Lynch pin 2. 3. Rotate the adjusting link to tighten the link. Do not overtighten to raise the back end of the aerator off the ground. Figure 4 1. Side guard (L.H.) Tighten the lock nut to secure the upper link into position. Adjust the PTO Shaft Length Install the Side Guards 1. Remove the (4) nuts, lockwashers and washers loosely secured to each bottom end of the aerator frame. 2.
to step 10. Connect the PTO Shaft 1. Connect the PTO shaft to the gearbox input shaft. 2. Connect the PTO shaft to the rear tractor PTO shaft. 3. Slide the PTO shaft forward as far as it will go. 4. Depress the pin to secure the PTO shaft in place. Slide the PTO shaft back and forth to make sure it is properly locked. Figure 5 1. PTO shaft 5. Use the following calculation to establish how much shorter the shaft must be, when connected, to assure a clearance of 1.5 inches (37 mm). 1 2 A.
castor/safety stand tube to the shipping pallet. Retain the bolt and washer for installation of the castor wheel. 2 Figure 7 1. Shipping pallet 2. Castor/safety stand 2. 1 Raise the aerator off the pallet. Figure 9 3. Remove the pallet. 4. Mount the castor wheel to the rear castor/safety stand tube with the previously-removed bolt and washer (Fig. 8). 1. Pin 2.
Level the Aerator Side-To-Side Adjust the 3-Point Lift Stop 1. Park the tractor and aerator on a level, firm surface. 2. Place a level on top of the aerator hood to check for level side-to-side. Adjust and set the 3-point lift stop (Fig. 12) to provide approximately 10cm (4”) ground clearance, when in the raised position, to minimize PTO angle when raising the aerator. For transporting or trailer loading/unloading, the full lift range can be used as long as the PTO tubes do not slide apart.
the locator key of the turf finger bracket (Fig. 13). Refer to the ccessory chart not,e, page 3 Figure 14 1. Spacer location (11 each end) 2. Roller scraper tab Figure 13 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 3. Tighten the nuts securing the turf guard and the center turf guard clamp to the turf finger bracket. 4. Working outward, mount the remaining turf guards to each side and secure the turf guard clamps. 5.
castor/safety stand contacts the ground. 8. Lower the roller, by adjusting the depth control handles, until the roller contacts the ground. 9. Loosen the locking nut and rotate the adjusting link to release tension between the aerator and tractor. 10. Remove the lynch pin and top link pin securing the center link to the bracket. 11. Push the release pin to disconnect the powershaft from the tractor’s PTO shaft. Figure 15 NOTE: Turf with a good root structure may not require the turf guards.
Accessory Chart ProCore 660 Aerator Model Number 09701TE 6 Needle Tine Head (1.6” spacing) 8 Mini-Tine Head (1.2” spacing) 3-Tine, HeavyDuty Head (3.2” spacing) 4-Tine, HeavyDuty Head (2.4” spacing) 3-Tine Head (3.2” spacing) 4-Tine Head (2.
Accessory Chart ProCore 880 Aerator Model Number 09702TE 6 Needle Tine Head (1.6” spacing) 8 Mini-Tine Head (1.2” spacing) 3-Tine, HeavyDuty Head (3.2” spacing) 4-Tine, HeavyDuty Head (2.4” spacing) 3-Tine Head (3.2” spacing) 4-Tine Head (2.
Controls Depth Adjustment Handles (Fig. 16)—Remove the lynch pins, rotate the handles to raise or lower tines to the desired depth and replace the lynch pins. Depth Guides (Fig. 17)—Depth guides (1 through 27) are provided to give equal increments for adjustment. The numbers do not relate to measurements of depth as this changes with tine type and amount of tine wear. Adjustment between two numbers will give approximately 0.2 inches (5 mm) change in depth.
Operation Adjust Tine Depth To adjust the working depth of the tine, proceed as follows: 1. Remove the lynch pin from each depth adjustment handle (Fig. 18). 1 1 Figure 19 1. Depth guide Important : If a large change in height is required, adjust each leg by a small amount to ensure the roller legs are adjusted as evenly as possible. Figure 18 1. Depth adjustment handle 2. Turn the depth adjuster handles to raise (deeper) or lower (shallow) the roller. 3. Depth guides (Fig.
depth settings, as there is minimal clearance between the tine head and the turf guards. Never operate with the aerator angled rearward or damage to the turf guards may occur. Figure 20 In some instances, angling the aerator forward may improve hole quality but will also reduce aeration depth and gain clearance with the turf guards. A forward angle of approximately 4° is a good initial setting. Use a magnetic-based angle indicator to determine the forward angle, or use the following procedure: A.
Depth Chart Depth Gage Heavy-Duty & Standard Tines Installed Angle 0° 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 mm 3 8 13 18 23 28 33 38 43 48 53 58 63 68 73 78 83 88 93 98 103 108 B 4° Mini Tines (102mm long) Installed Angle 8° 0° A mm 2 7 13 18 24 29 35 40 46 51 57 62 68 73 79 84 90 95 101 107 4° 8° A mm 0 6 11 17 23 28 34 39 45 51 56 62 68 73 79 84 mm 1 6 11 16 21 26 31 36 41 46 51 56 61 B mm 5 11 17 23 29 35 41 47 53 60 mm 3 10 17 24 31 38 Key: A= Do not
operating instructions. In instances where sufficient root growth exists, the turf guards may be removed to attain maximum depth without damaging the turf guards. Principles of Operation The tractor’s three-point hitch linkage lifts the aerator for transport and lowers it for operation. The tractor’s power take-off (PTO) power is transmitted via shafts, gearbox and drive belts to a number of crankshafts that drive the tine holding arms into the turf surface.
Before Aerating Important : Look behind frequently to ensure the machine is operating properly and alignment is maintained with previous passes. Inspect the area of operation for hazards that could damage the machine and remove them, if possible, or plan how to avoid them. Carry replacement tines and tools for repairs should tines contact foreign materials. Aerating Procedures Note: when using needle tine heads, make sure to read the instructions included with the kit for unique operating procedure. 1.
desired depth. Reduce the aeration depth until the roller contacts the ground during operation. Inspection and Clean-Up 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. A brush may be used to remove caked-on material. Use mild detergent to clean the covers. Applying a coat of auto wax periodically will retain the covers’ glossy finish.
Maintenance Greasing Bearings and Bushings The main working bearings of the aerator are sealed for life and require no maintenance or lubrication. This drastically reduces the maintenance required and eliminates the risk of grease or oil being dropped onto the turf. There are grease fittings that must be lubricated with an SAE multi-purpose, high -temperature grease with high pressure (EP) performance or SAE multi-purpose lithium base grease.
Adjusting Belt Tension Make sure belts are properly tensioned to assure correct operation of unit and unnecessary wear. 2 1. Proper belt tension is attained by compressing the idler spring to a length of 3 inches (76 mm). 2. To adjust belt tension, proceed as follows: 1 A. Loosen the jam nut securing the idler tube to the tensioner arm (Fig. 30). Figure 27 1. Check plug 2.
spring tension is removed (Fig. 31). CAUTION 1 3 Springs are under tension, use caution when adjusting or removing. 3. Remove the hairpin cotter and idler pin securing the top of the spring assembly to the frame (Fig. 31). 2 Figure 32 5 1. Tine arm 2. Bottom link 3. Rotalink arm 4 2 6 7. To ensure components are re-installed correctly, mark the location of end cover on the aerator frame (Fig. 33) 8.
10. Remove the end cover and bearing. Storage NOTE: Remove only the end cover necessary to access belts being removed, i.e., At the end of an aerating season or when the aerator will not be used for a long period, it is good practice to do the following preventative maintenance. Model 660 Left cover—Left belts Right cover—Center and Right belts 1. Clean off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the aerator or any of the moving parts.
Identification And Ordering Model and Serial Numbers The aerator has two identification numbers: a model number and a serial number. The two numbers are stamped on a plate that is riveted to the center frame plate, under the hood (Fig. 35). In any correspondence concerning the aerator, supply the model and serial numbers to be sure you receive correct information and replacement parts. 1 Figure 35 1.
