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- Page 1 Form No. 3424-389 Rev A ProCore ® 864 and 1298 Aerator Model No. 09715—Serial No. 403289001 and Up Model No. 09716—Serial No. 403289001 and Up *3424-389* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready.Figure 1...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Cleaning the Machine after Use ......25 Maintenance ............26 Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ... 26 g000502 Maintenance Safety.......... 26 Figure 3 Jacking the Machine ......... 27 Safety-alert symbol Greasing the Bearings and Bushings ....27 Checking the Gearbox Lubrication....28 Changing the Gearbox Lubrication .... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety • Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keep bystanders and pets a safe distance away from the machine. General Safety • Keep children, bystanders, and pets out of the operating area. Never allow children to operate This product is capable of amputating hands and the machine. - Page 5 decal110-4667 110-4667 decal110-4666 1. Spring length 110-4666 2. Stored energy hazard—read the Operator's Manual. 1. Install the posts in the 2. Use pins to secure the 3. Entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. stand to the holes in the frame to the stand.
- Page 6 decal110-4670 110-4670 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 5. Entanglement hazard, belt—keep all guards in place. 2. Warning—remove the ignition key and read the instructions 6. Crushing hazard of hand or foot—keep bystanders a safe before servicing or performing maintenance. distance from the machine. 3.
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Page 8: Setup
Install the tine heads and the tines. – Turf guards (not included) Install the turf guards. CE Compliance Kit, Part No. 110-4693 Secure the hood latches (required for (not included) CE only). Lynch pin (ProCore 864) Remove the storage stands. Lynch pin (ProCore 1298) -
Page 9: Inspecting The Machine
Tractor Components (Figure 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) g007332 •... -
Page 10: Connecting The Upper Link
Back the tractor squarely up to the aerator until the lower link arms are aligned with the hitch pins. Make sure that the PTO is disengaged. Connecting the Upper Link 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 Parts needed for this procedure: leaving the operator's seat on the tractor. -
Page 11: Connecting The Pto Shaft
1. “M” dimension 3. Tractor PTO output shaft 2. Lower trailing arms Bolt (1/2 x 3 inches) Nut (1/2 inch) On the ProCore 864 only, remove the lower PTO Short driveshaft, Part No. 115-2839 (may be needed; – shield (Figure 10). -
Page 12: Adjusting The Sway Links
2. PTO shaft coupler Procedure Slide the PTO shaft forward as far as the tractor The ProCore 864 is designed to be offset from the allows. tractor center line. The PTO shaft is offset 40 mm Pull back on the locking collar to secure the PTO (1.57 inches) to the left of center and the aerator is... -
Page 13: Leveling The Aerator Side-To-Side
g007329 Figure 15 1. Level Turn the adjustable link body (if provided) to raise or lower the link arm until the aerator is g007333 leveled side-to-side. Figure 14 Note: Refer to the tractor operator's manual for 1. Sway link additional adjustment procedures. Adjust the lower links inboard until they contact the aerator mounting plates. -
Page 14: Installing The Tine Heads And The Tines
On the ProCore 864 only, you can adjust the stop bolt on the center support to attain the proper gap. Installing the Tine Heads and the Tines g007331 Figure 17 No Parts Required 1. Turf guard 2. Turf guard clamp... -
Page 15: Removing The Storage Stands
(Figure 18). Removing the Storage Stands Parts needed for this procedure: Lynch pin (ProCore 864) Lynch pin (ProCore 1298) Procedure Raise the aerator 7.6 to 15.2 cm (3 to 6 inches) off the ground. Remove the nuts and the lock washers securing... -
Page 16: Product Overview
Contact 2. Locking plate 4. Depth alignment mark your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Note: 17 revolutions of the depth adjuster equals approximately 6.4 mm (1/4 inch) depth change. - Page 17 g028725 Figure 21...
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Page 19: Before Operation
Adjusting the Aeration Operation Depth Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. CAUTION Adjust the aeration depth only when the Before Operation tractor is parked, the parking brake is engaged, the engine is off and the PTO is disengaged. -
Page 20: Understanding The Tractor Controls
Understanding the Principles of Operation The 3-point hitch linkage of the tractor lifts the aerator for transport and lowers it for operation. The power take-off (PTO) power from the tractor is transmitted via shafts, a gearbox, and drive belts to a number of crankshafts which drive the tine holding arms into the turf surface. -
Page 21: Preparing To Aerate
For all PTO shaft steel parts (tubes, bearings, joints, etc.) disassembly or repairs, it is Preparing to Aerate highly advisable to contact your local Toro distributor. Removal of components for repairs Inspect the area of operation for hazards that could... -
Page 22: Operating The Machine
• Remove or mark obstructions such as ditches, Use the front tractor wheel as a guide to maintain holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards. equal lateral hole spacing with the previous Tall grass can hide obstructions. Uneven terrain pass. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Hole Spacing
Adjusting the Hole Spacing The forward hole spacing is determined by the tractor gear ratio (or the hydrostatic traction pedal). Changing the engine speed does not change the forward hole spacing. The lateral hole spacing is determined by the number of tines in the tine heads. Hole spacing Ground speed mm (inch) -
Page 24: Aerating Hard Ground
Aerating Hard Ground Adjusting the Rotalink Assembly If the ground is too firm to obtain the desired coring depth, the coring head can get into a “bouncing” The mounting height of the rotalink damper assembly rhythm. This is due to the tines attempting to penetrate affects the reactive force applied to the stomper arm the hard pan. -
Page 25: Operating Tips
Remove, clean, and oil the tines. Spray a light oil mist • The ProCore 864 aerator is offset to the tractor's on the coring head bearings (crank and damper links). right side to allow aerating without driving over the cores with the tractor tires. -
Page 26: Maintenance
– Engage the parking brake. • To ensure safe, optimal performance of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement – Shut off the engine of the tractor and remove parts. Replacement parts made by other the key. manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use –... -
Page 27: Jacking The Machine
Always chock or block the tow vehicle wheels. Use Roller bearings (ProCore 864: 2; ProCore 1298: 4) (Figure jack stands or solid wood blocks to support the raised machine. -
Page 28: Checking The Gearbox Lubrication
Important: Bearings rarely fail from defects in Remove the check plug from the gearbox materials or workmanship. The most common (Figure 31). 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. -
Page 29: Checking The Coring Head Fastener Torque
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. -
Page 30: Replacing The Drive Belt
g007315 g007317 Figure 35 Figure 37 1. Spring retainer 2. 146 mm (5-3/4 inches) 1. Lower belt shield 2. Dirt shield Adjust the spring retainer to attain required To release the idler spring tension, loosen the locknut securing the spring retainer (Figure compressed spring length (Figure... -
Page 31: Adjusting The Side Shield
Adjusting the Side Shield 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. Loosen the bolts and nuts securing the side shield to frame (Figure 40). -
Page 32: Coring Head Timing
#8 position. Note: The numbers cast into the crank arms will not align with the raised indicator mark on the bearing housings for the ProCore 864. g007323 Figure 43 Removing the Aerator from the Tractor Important: Refer to the PTO shaft owner’s manual... - Page 33 g007307 Figure 45 1. PTO tether Remove the lynch pins and slide the lower link arms off the hitch pins. Retain the lynch pins with the aerator. g007302 Figure 44 1. Lynch pins 2. Storage stand Note: The aerator can be stored on the original shipping pallet.
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Page 34: Storage
Storage Storage Safety • Always shut off the engine of the tractor and remove the key. Wait for all movement to stop and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, cleaning, storing, or repairing it. • Store the machine on the storage stands positioned on a firm, level surface so that it does not sink or tip over. - Page 35 Notes:...
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