Great Plains Terra-Tine Row Cleaner - Manual (Page 13)

5/2/2005 207-016M
11 Maintenance and Lubrication
Spring Adjustment
Refer to Figure 7
1. Spring tension is pre-set in position 1 at the
factory for normal field operation. Spring
tension can be adjusted by repositioning the
bolt in any of the five different positions
created with the series of three holes in the
two plates (a) and (b).
2. For leverage against the spring, a 1/2” ratchet
can be used in the square hole on the bottom
side of the spring adjuster plate (b).
Spring Tension Chart
Low Pressure Down Pressure
at Wheel
Position 1 12 lbs
Position 2 17 lbs
Position 3 22 lbs
Position 4 27 lbs
Position 5 31 lbs
High Pressure
Figure 7
Spring Adjustment
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Maintenance
Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the
long life of any farm implement. With careful and
systematic inspection, you can avoid costly
maintenance, time and repair.
After using your Terra-Tine™ Row Cleaner for
several hours, check all bolts to be sure they are
tight.
Storage
Clean the Terra-Tine™ Row Cleaner as necessary.
Store the Terra-Tine™ Row Cleaner inside if
possible for longer life.
Lubrication
With a sealed bearing, the Terra-Tine™ Row
Cleaner does not require any lubrication.
Maintenance and Lubrication