Form No. 3411-647 Rev A ProCore® 864 and 1298 Aerator Model No. 09715—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 09716—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This product complies with all relevant European directives. For details, please see the separate product specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet. g028644 Figure 2 Model 09715 1. Model and serial number location Introduction Model No.
Safety 11 Removing the Storage Stands ...............................15 Product Overview .........................................................16 Controls ...............................................................16 Specifications ........................................................16 Attachments/Accessories........................................16 Operation ....................................................................19 Adjusting the Aeration Depth ..................................
• Mounting the ProCore Aerator to the rear of the tractor • Ensure that all reflectors and lights required are in place will decrease the weight on the tractor front axle. To ensure adequate steering control and stability it may be necessary to add ballast to the front of the tractor. Refer to tractor operator's manual for ballast requirements. and are clean and visible by overtaking and oncoming traffic. • Never allow anyone to ride on the machine during transport.
Storage Safety • Ensure that the aerator is positioned on firm and solid ground so that it does not sink or tip over. • Store the aerator on a firm, level surface. • Ensure that the storage stand lynch pins are secured in • Store the aerator away from areas of human activity. place. • Do not allow children to play on or around the stored machine. Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger.
decal110-4668 110-4668 1. Entanglement hazard, shaft—stay away from moving parts. 2. PTO speed and input direction. 3. Use clip to secure lash cable when not in use. Use lash cable to support the power take-off when the machine is disconnected from tractor. decal110-4667 110-4667 1. Spring length 2. Stored energy hazard—read the Operator's Manual. 3. Entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. decal110-4670 110-4670 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 5.
decal92-1581 92–1581 decal92-1582 92–1582 decal110-4677 110-4677 1. Turn clockwise to decrease aeration depth. 2. Turn counterclockwise to increase aeration depth. decal110-4664 110-4664 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 2. Wrench size 3. Bolt size 4. Torque decal106-8856 106-8856 1. Read the Operator's Manual.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Description Qty. Use No parts required – Inspect the machine. Lynch pin 2 Connect the lower link arms. Link pin Lynch pin Bolt (1/2 x 3 inches) Nut (1/2 inch) Short driveshaft, Part 115-2839 (may be needed; sold separately) 1 1 1 1 No parts required – Adjust the sway links. No parts required – Level the aerator side-to-side. No parts required – Adjust the roller scraper.
Tractor Components (Figure 4) 1 Inspecting the Machine No Parts Required Procedure ProCore 864 Use the following list as a reference: • 30 PTO horsepower minimum when used in light to normal conditions (sandy to sandy/loam soils with average compaction) • 35 PTO horsepower minimum when used in normal to g007332 Figure 4 heavy conditions (heavy loam, clay, and rocky soils with above average compaction) 1. Lower link arm 2.
2. Back the tractor squarely up to the aerator until the lower link arms are aligned with the hitch pins. 3 3. Make sure that the PTO is disengaged. 4. Engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. Wait for the engine and all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator's seat on the tractor. Connecting the Upper Link Parts needed for this procedure: Note: For maximum ground clearance, the hitch pins should be secured in the lower mounting holes (Figure 5).
2. Grease the threaded steel upper link tubes. 3. Rotate the upper link to tighten the link. Adjust it until the front of the aerator frame is 90 degrees from horizontal (Figure 8). 4. Tighten the locknut to secure the upper link into position. 4 Connecting the PTO Shaft g028690 Figure 9 Parts needed for this procedure: 1. “M” dimension 1 Bolt (1/2 x 3 inches) 1 Nut (1/2 inch) – Short driveshaft, Part 115-2839 (may be needed; sold separately) 3. Tractor PTO output shaft 2. Lower trailing arms 1.
7. On the ProCore 864, install the lower PTO shield to the aerator. 8. Verify that the telescoping tube has a minimum of 76 mm (3 inches) overlap when the aerator is raised to the maximum height. To check the overlap, measure the distance between the end shields, as shown in figure Figure 13. This dimension must not exceed 406 mm (16 inches). If so, move the lower lift pins to the upper set of holes prior to operation. g007296 Figure 11 1. Gearbox input shaft 4. Bolt 2. Nut 3. PTO shaft coupler 5.
g007329 Figure 15 1. Level 3. Turn the adjustable link body (if provided) to raise or lower the link arm until the aerator is leveled side-to-side. g007333 Figure 14 Note: Refer to the tractor operator's manual for additional adjustment procedures. 1. Sway link Adjust the lower links inboard until they contact the aerator mounting plates. This will reduce the stress on the pins.
3. Adjust the turf guards, left to right, to maintain equal distance to the tines within each slot. 8 4. Tighten the nuts securing the turf guard. 5. Mount the remaining turf guards and secure the turf guard clamps. Installing the Tine Heads and the Tines Important: From the rear of the machine, check that the tines line up with the center of the gaps in the turf guards. No Parts Required Procedure 10 A wide selection of tines and tine heads are available for the aerator.
3. Using a pliers or adjustable wrench, thread an internal lock washer onto each bolt (1 to 2 threads) to secure the latch (Figure 18). 11 Removing the Storage Stands Parts needed for this procedure: 4 Lynch pin (ProCore 864) 8 Lynch pin (ProCore 1298) Procedure 1. Raise the aerator 7.6 to 15.2 cm (3 to 6 inches) off the ground. 2. Remove the nuts and the lock washers securing the storage stands to the aerator (Figure 19). g007303 Figure 19 1. Storage stand 3. Nut 2. Lock washer 3.
Specifications Product Overview Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Controls ProCore 864 Aerator Depth Adjuster Rotate the depth adjuster input shaft clockwise to reduce the aeration depth or counterclockwise to increase the aeration depth (Figure 20). Working Width 163 cm (64 inches) Overall Width 170 cm (67 inches) Overall Length 89 cm (35 inches) Overall Height 98 cm (38.
g028725 Figure 21 17
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Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Adjusting the Aeration Depth CAUTION Adjust the aeration depth only when the tractor is parked, the parking brake is engaged, the engine is off and the PTO is disengaged. 1. Lay the desired tine onto the depth decal while aligning the tine tip with the desired aeration depth as shown in Figure 23. g007304 Figure 24 1. Depth adjuster input shaft 3. Depth indicator decal 2. Locking plate 4.
Understanding the Principles of Operation If there are sprinkler heads, electrical or communication lines, or other obstructions in the area to be aerated, mark these items to ensure they are not damaged during operation. The 3-point hitch linkage of the tractor lifts the aerator for transport and lowers it for operation. CAUTION As the tractor travels forward with the PTO engaged and the machine lowered, a series of holes are created in the turf surface.
Avoiding Root Zone Lifting 6. Use the front tractor wheel as a guide to maintain equal lateral hole spacing with the previous pass. Using the mini-tine heads in conjunction with larger coring tines or large diameter solid tines can induce significant stress on the root zone of the turf. This stress can fracture the root zone and cause a lifting action to the turf. If this damage occurs try one or more of the following: • Reduce the tine density (remove some of the tines).
• If the tractor “bogs” down when operating on hard 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. ground or going uphill, raise the aerator slightly until the speed is regained, then lower the aerator again. • Do not aerate if the ground is too hard or dry.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 8 hours • Change the gearbox lubrication. • Check the torque of the coring head fasteners. Before each use or daily • Check the belt tension. • Check the belt tension. Every 50 hours • Grease the bearings and bushings. • Inspect the bearings. Every 100 hours • Check the gearbox lubrication. Every 250 hours • Change the gearbox lubrication.
Important: Bearings rarely fail from defects in materials or workmanship. The most common reason for failure is moisture and contamination working its way past the protective seals. Bearings that are greased will rely upon regular maintenance to purge harmful debris from the bearing area. Sealed bearings rely on an initial fill of special grease and a robust integral seal to keep contaminants and moisture out of the rolling elements. (EP) performance or SAE multi-purpose lithium-based grease.
Checking the Coring Head Fastener Torque Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 250 hours After the initial 8 hours of use, check the coring head fasteners to ensure that proper torque is maintained. Fastener torque requirements are listed on the reference service decal below and located on the coring head. decal110-4664 g007312 Figure 32 Figure 31 1. Fill plug 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 2. Wrench size 3. Drain plug 2. Check plug (rear of gearbox) 3. Bolt size 4. Torque 3.
g007315 Figure 35 1. Spring retainer decal110-4667 D. Figure 33 1. Spring length 2. 146 mm (5-3/4 inches) Adjust the spring retainer to attain required compressed spring length (Figure 35). E. Tighten the locknut against the spring retainer to lock the adjustment. 2. Stored energy hazard—read the Operator's Manual. 3. Entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. F. 2. Adjust the belt tension as follows: Install the pulley shield and the coring head cover. Replacing the Drive Belt A.
g007317 Figure 37 1. Lower belt shield g007320 2. Dirt shield Figure 39 1. Drive belt 2. Rotalink damper 4. To release the idler spring tension, loosen the locknut securing the spring retainer (Figure 38) and rotate the spring retainer. 4. Washer 5. #1 Stomper arm 3. Nut 6. Lower the rotalink damper from the coring head frame. 7. Route the drive belt down through the coring head frame and around the lower end of the #1 stomper arm (Figure 39). Installing the Belt 1.
Adjusting the Side Shield Adjusting Hole Spacing The coring head side shields should be adjusted so that the bottom rides between 25 to 38 mm (1 to 1-1/2 inches) from the turf while aerating. The forward hole spacing is determined by the tractor's gear ratio (or the hydrostatic traction pedal). Changing the engine speed does not change the forward hole spacing. 1. Loosen the bolts and nuts securing the side shield to frame (Figure 40).
g007323 Figure 43 g007302 Figure 44 1. Lynch pins Removing the Aerator from the Tractor 2. Storage stand Note: The aerator can be stored on the original shipping pallet. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, not on a slope. 6. Slowly lower the aerator until the storage stands contact the ground. 2. Disengage the PTO and engage the parking brake. 3. Shut off the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch. 7.
Storage At the end of an aerating season or when the aerator will not be used for a long period, it is good practice to carry out the following preventive maintenance. 1. Clean off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the aerator or any of the moving parts. 2. Remove and clean out the tines. Coat the tines with oil to prevent rusting during storage. g007307 3. Open the hood and clean out the inside of the machine. Figure 45 4. Lubricate all grease fittings. 1. PTO tether 5.
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