FORM NO. 3326-174 MODEL NO. 09700-200000001 thru 210000001 & UP MODEL NO. 09700TE-200000001 thru 210000001 & UP OPERATOR'S MANUAL PROCORE 440 AERATOR To assure maximum safety, optimum performance, and to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that you or any other operator of the aerator read and understand the contents of this manual before the engine is ever started.
FOREWORD The ProCore Aerator has advanced concepts in engineering, design and safety; and if maintained properly, will give excellent service. Since this is a high-quality product, Toro is concerned about the future use of the machine and safety of the user. Therefore, read this manual to familiarize yourself with proper set-up, operation and maintenance instructions. The major sections of the manual are: 1. Safety Instructions 2. Set-up Instructions 3. Before Operating 4. Operation 5.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS . . . . . . . . . 6 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Page OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Adjust Tine Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Depth Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. Owners of this Aerator must give operators and employees full operation and safety instructions before allowing them to operate this machine and at least annually thereafter. An operator who has not read and fully understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this machine.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS STORAGE SAFETY 23. Store the aerator on a firm level surface. 24. Store aerator away from areas of human activity. 25. DO NOT allow children to play on or around the stored machine. 26. Make sure the aerator is sitting, or blocked up firm and solid and will not sink into soft ground causing it to tip. 27. Ensure that the rear stand pin is secured in place. 28. Block the aerator to prevent it from rolling or tipping. MAINTENANCE 29.
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS The following decals are installed on the aerator. If any become damaged or illegible, replace it. The decal part number is listed below and in your parts catalog. Replacement can be ordered from your Authorized Toro Distributor. 100–5444 Next to PTO Shaft (Part No. 100-5443) PTO Speed 2 Next to Depth Adjust Handles (2) (Part No. 100-5444) Raise or Lower to Change Depth 1 3 Next to Depth Adjust Handles (2) (Part No. 100-5442) Depth Gauge 5 6 4 On Top Frame (Part No.
SPECIFICATIONS Working Width - 40" (1 m) Weight - 840 lbs. (381 Kg) Overall Width - 52" (1.32 m) PTO Speed - 540 rpm Overall Length - 33" (.84 m) Power Requirement - 16 hp (12 KW) Overall Height - 34" (.86 m) Hitch Category - Category one, three point linkage Number of Tine Heads - 4 Min./Max. Depth - 0-4.
LOOSE PARTS NOTE: Use this chart as a checklist to assure all parts have been received. Without these parts, total set-up cannot be completed. Note: Some parts may already be installed on machine. Description PTO Drive Shaft Rear Castor/Safety Stand Side Guards Keys Operator's Manual Parts Catalog Qty.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS CONNECT UPPER LINK NOTE: Front of aerator MUST be vertical or angled forward slightly while operating for best aeration hole quality (Fig. 2). This angle will change when depth adjustments are made. Adjust upper link to control this angle. Refer to Operation, page 16 for additional information. 2. Position appropriate side guard (left or right) onto mounting studs (Fig. 4). 3. Secure each side guard to mounting studs with washers and nuts previously removed.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 1 1.5" (37 mm) Figure 5 Figure 6 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). A. Subtract the dimension recorded in step 3 from the dimension recorded in step 2. Record this dimension. B. Subtract the result in step 5A from 1.5" (37mm). The PTO shaft must be shortened by this amount. 6.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 1. Adjust the lower links inboard until they contact the aerator mounting plates. This will reduce the stress on the pins. If the tractor has sway chains instead of sway links, it is recommended that washers be installed between the lower link arm and lynch pin to reduce the over hung load on the lift pins. 2 NOTE: Refer to tractor operator's manual for additional installation and adjustment procedures. 1 Figure 8 1. Castor wheel 2. Castor/ safety stand 1 5.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS ADJUST 3 POINT LIFT STOP 5 Adjust and set 3 point lift stop (Fig. 12) to provide approximately 4" ground clearance, when in the raised position, to minimize PTO angle when raising aerator. For transporting or trailer loading/unloading, the full lift range can be used as long as the PTO tubes do not slide apart. Operating the PTO in the fully raised position may damage the PTO. 3 4 2 1 Figure 13 1. Turf guard 2. Turf finger tool bar 3. Turf guard clamp 4. Notch 5. Locator key 3.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: To aid in the loading/unloading of the aerator from a trailer, remove nuts securing each end of turf finger tool bar to roller legs. Pivot turf finger tool bar upward and secure. ADJUST ROLLER SCRAPER Adjust roller scraper so there is approximately a 1/8" (3mm) gap between scraper and roller. NOTE: Turf with a good root structure may not require the turf guards. If this is the case. DO NOT REMOVE THE TURF GUARD TOOL BAR as this adds support to the roller leg assembly.
ACCESSORY CHART ProCore 440 Aerator Model Number 09700 Model Number 09700 TE 6 Needle Tine Head (1.6" spacing) 8 Mini Tine Head (1.2" spacing) 3 Tine Heavy Duty Head (3.2" spacing) 4 Tine Heavy Duty Head (2.4" spacing) 3 Tine Head (3.2" spacing) 4 Tine Head (2.4" spacing) Heads Required 4 Required Model No. 09720 Heads Required 4 Required Model No. 09721 Heads Required 4 Required Model No. 09733 Heads Required 4 Required Model No. 09734 Heads Required 4 Required Model No.
CONTROLS Depth Adjustment Handles (Fig. 16) - Remove lynch pins and rotate handles to raise or lower tines to desired depth. Replace lynch pins. 1 Depth guides (Fig. 17) - Depth guides (1 thru 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 .20 inches (5 mm) change in depth. The higher the number, the deeper the tine penetration.
OPERATION ADJUST TINE DEPTH To adjust the working depth of the tine proceed as follows; 1. Remove the lynch pin from each depth adjust handle (Fig. 18). 1 NOTE: Remember when depth changes are made, you will need to adjust the top link length to give the correct machine angle. Refer to Connect Upper Link, page 8. IMPORTANT: Tine depth is affected by the mounted angle of the aerator as well as the depth setting.
OPERATION DEPTH CHART 17
OPERATION 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 which drive the tine holding arms into the turf surface.
OPERATION AERATING PROCEDURES TRANSPORT OPERATION NOTE: When using needle tine heads, make sure to read instructions, included with kit, for unique operating procedure. 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. 1. Lower the aerator on the 3-point linkage so that the tines are nearly to the ground at the lowest part of their stroke. 2.
OPERATION 7. Always check/adjust top link whenever aeration depth is changed. The front of the aerator should be vertical or angled slightly forward. Experiment with depth and angle to achieve best hole quality. NOTE: Once optimum hole quality is attained, record depth setting and the upper link length for future reference. CAUTION To avoid personal injury, never leave the tractor seat without first setting the park ing brake and disengaging the PTO drive.
LUBRICATION 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.
MAINTENANCE TORQUE SET SCREWS ADJUSTING PULLEY SCRAPERS After first 10 hours of operation, and every 50 hours thereafter, torque set screws securing taper lock bushings to driven pulleys to 22 ft./lbs. (30 N⋅m) (2 each pulley) (Fig. 28). To prevent buildup of dirt, sand or other debris in pulley grooves, make sure pulley scrapers are adjusted correctly. 1. Loosen lock nut securing pulley scrapers to mounting bracket (Fig. ). 1 1 Figure 30 1. Pulley scrapers Figure 28 1.
MAINTENANCE B. Insert pry bar into frame slot (Fig. 32) and pry idler towards belt. C. Tighten nut while maintaining pressure on pry bar. 1 Figure 34 3 1. End cover 1 2 7. Loosen bearing set screws (Fig. 35). NOTE: Fit of bearing to shaft may/will make removal of bearing from shaft very difficult. It may be easier to remove bearing from end plate. Figure 32 1. Idler pulley 2. Idler pulley nut 3. Frame slot D. Rotate crankshaft pulley two full turns to seat belt in pulley grooves. E.
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 preventative maintenance. 1. Clean off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the aerator or any of the moving parts. 2. Remove the tines and clean out hollow tines. Coat tines with oil to prevent rusting during storage. 3. Open the hood and clean out the inside of the machine. 4. Lubricate all grease fittings. 24 5.
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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 pIate which is riveted to center frame plate, under hood (Fig. 36). In any correspondence concerning the aerator, suppIy model and serial numbers to be sure that correct information and repIacement parts are obtained. To order repIacement parts from an authorized TORO Distributor, supply the following information: 1.
The Toro Aerator Commercial Products Warranty A Two-Year Limited Warranty Conditions and Products Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant your 1996 or newer Toro Hydroject 3000, Hydroject 4000, Greens, Fairway Aerator or ProCore Aerator (“Product”) purchased after January 1, 1997, to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two years or 500 operational hours*, whichever occurs first.
