ARENA-VATOR - Gearmore, Inc.

ARENA-VATORAssembly/Operator's/& Parts ManualFor ModelsAV-5, AV-6, AV-7, & AV-8August 2005Form: Arena-vator.pm7

1 INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your choice of an Arena-Vator to complement your conditioning and leveling operation.This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discriminating buyer for theefficient conditioning and leveling of land.Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your Arena-Vator requires that you and anyone else who will beoperating or maintaining the machine, read and understand the Safety, Operation, Maintenance andTroubleshooting information contained within the Operator's Manual.This manual covers the Arena-Vator Models AV-5, AV-6, AV-7, & AV-8. Differences are explained whereappropriate. Use the Table of Contents as a guide to locate required information.Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call yourGearmore dealer or distributor if you need assistance, information or additional copies of the manuals.OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout thismanual, are as seen from the driver's seat and facing in the direction of travel.1.1 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONAlways give your dealer the serial number of your Arena-Vator when ordering parts or requesting service orother information.The serial number plate is located where indicated. Please mark the number in the space provided for easyreference.DATE OF PURCHASE:___________________________MODEL NUMBER: ______________________________SERIAL NUMBER: ______________________________1

2 SAFETYSAFETY ALERT SYMBOLThis Safety Alert symbol meansATTENTION! BECOMEALERT! YOUR SAFETY ISINVOLVED!The Safety Alert symbol identifiesimportant safety messages on theArena-Vator and in the manual.When you see this symbol, be alertto the possibility of personal injuryor death. Follow the instructionsin the safety message.Why is SAFETY important to you?3 Big ReasonsAccidents Disable and KillAccidents CostAccidents Can Be AvoidedSIGNAL WORDS:Note the use of the signal words DANGER,WARNING and CAUTION with the safetymessages. The appropriate signal word foreach message has been selected using thefollowing guide-lines:SI NO LEE INGLES, PIDA AYUDAA AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA PARAQUE LE TRADUZCA LASMIDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD.DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardoussituation that, if not avoided, will resultin death or serious injury. This signalword is to be limited to the mostextreme situations typically formachine components which, forfunctional purposes, cannot be guarded.WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardoussituation that, if not avoided, couldresult in death or serious injury, andincludes hazards that are exposedwhen guards are removed. It mayalso be used to alert against unsafepractices.CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardoussituation that, if not avoided, mayresult in minor or moderate injury.It may also be used to alert againstunsafe practices.If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional copies or the manual isdamaged, please contact your dealer.2

2.1 GENERAL SAFETYYOU are responsible for the SAFE operation andmaintenance of your Arena-Vator. YOU must ensurethat you and anyone else who is going to operate,maintain or work around the Arena-Vator be familiarwith the operating and maintenance proceduresand related SAFETY information contained in thismanual. This manual will take you step-by-stepthrough your working day and alerts you to all goodsafety practices that should be adhered to while operatingthe Arena-Vator.Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safetypractices not only protect you, but also the peoplearound you. Make these practices a working part ofyour safety program. Be certain that EVERYONEoperating this equipment is familiar with the recommendedoperating and maintenance procedures andfollows all the safety precautions. Most accidents canbe prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoringgood safety practices.• Arena-Vator owners must give operatinginstructions to operators or employeesbefore allowing them to operate themachine, and at least annually thereafter per OSHA (Occupational Safety andHealth Administration) regulation1928.57.• The most important safety feature onthis equipment is a SAFE operator. It isthe operator's responsibility to read andunderstand ALL Safety and Operatinginstructions in the manual and to followthese. Most accidents can be avoided.• A person who has not read and understoodall operating and safety instructionsis not qualified to operate the machine.An untrained operator exposes himselfand bystanders to possible serious injuryor death.• DO NOT modify the equipment in anyway. Unauthorized modification may impairthe function and/or safety and couldaffect the life of the equipment.• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!1. Read and understand theOperator's Manual and allsafety signs before operating,maintaining adjusting or unplugging the Arena-Vator.2. Have a first-aid kit availablefor use should the need ariseand know how to use it.3. Have a fire extinguisheravailable for use shouldthe need arise and knowhow to use it.4. Wear appropriate protectivegear. This list includes but isnot limited to:- A hard hat- Protective shoeswith slip resistantsoles- Protective goggles,glasses or faceshield- Heavy gloves- Protective clothing5. Install and secure all guardsbefore starting.6. DO NOT allow riders.7. Wear suitable ear protectionfor prolonged exposure to excessivenoise.8. Place all controls in neutral, stop tractorengine, set park brake, remove ignitionkey and wait for all moving parts to stopbefore servicing, adjusting, repairing, orunplugging.9. Clear the area of people, especially smallchildren, before starting.10. Review safety related items annuallywith all personnel who will be operatingor maintaining the Arena-Vator.3

2.2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINESSafety of the operator and bystanders is one of themain concerns in designing and developing amachine. However, every year many accidentsoccur which could have been avoided by a fewseconds of thought and a more careful approach tohandling equipment. You, the operator, can avoidmany accidents by observing the followingprecautions in this section. To avoid personal injuryor death, study the following precautions and insistthose working with you, or for you, follow them.• In order to provide a better view, certainphotographs or illustrations in this manualmay show an assembly with a safety shieldremoved. However, equipment should neverbe operated in this condition. Keep all shieldsin place. If shield removal becomes necessaryfor repairs, replace the shield prior to use.• Replace any safety sign or instruction signthat is not readable or is missing. Location ofsuch safety signs is indicated in this manual.• NEVER use alcoholic beverages or drugswhich can hinder alertness or coordinationwhile operating this equipment. Consult yourdoctor about operating this machine whiletaking prescription medications.• Under no circumstances should youngchildren be allowed to work with thisequipment. Do not allow persons tooperate or assemble this unit until theyhave read this manual and havedeveloped a thorough understanding ofthe safety precautions and of how itworks. Review the safety instructions withall users annually.• This equipment is dangerous to children andpersons unfamiliar with its operation. Theoperator should be a responsible, properlytrained and physically able person familiarwith farm machinery and trained in thisequipment's operations. If the elderly areassisting with farm work, their physicallimitations need to be recognized andaccommodated.• Use a tractor equipped with a Roll OverProtective Structure (ROPS) and a seat belt.• NEVER exceed the limits of a piece ofmachinery. If its ability to do a job, or to do sosafely, is in question - DON'T TRY IT.• Do not modify the equipment in any way.Unauthorized modification may impair thefunction and/or safety and could affect the lifeof the equipment.In addition to the design and configuration of thisimplement, including Safety Signs and SafetyEquipment, hazard control and accident preventionare dependent upon the awareness, concern,prudence and proper training of personnel involved inthe operation, transport, maintenance and storage ofthe machine. Refer also to Safety Messages andoperation instruction in each of the appropriatesections of the tractor and machine manuals. Payclose attention to the Safety Signs affixed to thetractor and the machine.Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!4

2.3 SAFETY TRAINING2.4 SAFETY SIGNSSafety is a primary concern in the design andmanufacture of our products. Unfortunately, ourefforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out bya single careless act of an operator or bystander.In addition to the design and configuration ofequipment, hazard control and accident preventionare dependent upon the awareness, concern,prudence and proper training of personnel involvedin the operation, transport, maintenance andstorage of this equipment.It has been said, "The best safety feature is aninformed, careful operator." We ask you to bethat kind of an operator. It isthe operator's responsibility toread and understand ALLSafety and Operating instructionsin the manual and to follow these. Accidents can beavoided.Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead tocareless injuries. Read this manual, and the manualfor your tractor, before assembly or operating, toacquaint yourself with the machines. If this machineis used by any person other than yourself, or isloaned or rented, it is the machine owner'sresponsibility to make certain that the operator,prior to operating:a. Reads and understands the operator'smanuals.b. Is instructed in safe and proper use.Know your controls and how to stop tractor, engineand machine quickly in an emergency. Read thismanual and the one provided with your tractor.Train all new personnel and review instructionsfrequently with existing workers. Be certain only aproperly trained and physically able person willoperate the machinery. A person who has not readand understood all operating and safety instructionsis not qualified to operate the machine. Anuntrained operator exposes himself and bystandersto possible serious injury or death. If the elderly areassisting with farm work, their physical limitationsneed to be recognized and accommodated.1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.2. Replace safety signs that are missing or havebecome illegible.3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety signshould also display the current sign.4. Safety signs are available from your authorizeddealer or from Gearmore.How To Install Safety Signs:• Be sure that the installation area is cleanand dry.• Be sure temperature is above 50º F (10º C).• Determine exact position before you removethe backing paper. (See Section 3)• Remove the smallest portion of the splitbacking paper.• Align the sign over the specified area andcarefully press the small portion with theexposed sticky backing in place.• Slowly peel back the remaining paper andcarefully smooth the remaining portion of thesign in place.• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pinand smoothed out using the piece of signbacking paper.5

2.5 PREPARATION1. Never operate the tractor and machine untilyou have read and completely understandthis manual, the Tractor Operator's Manualand each of the Safety Messages found onthe safety signs on the tractor and machine.2. Personalprotectionequipment,including hardhat, safetyglasses, safetyshoes and glovesare recommendedduring assembly,installation, operation, adjustment,maintaining, repairing, removal or movingthe implement. DO NOT allow long hair,loose fitting clothing or jewelry to be aroundequipment.3. PROLONGED EXPOSURETO LOUD NOISE MAYCAUSE PERMANENTHEARING LOSS!Tractors with or withoutequipment attached canoften be noisy enough to cause permanent,partial hearing loss. We recommend thatyou wear hearing protection on a full-timebasis if the noise in the Operator's positionexceeds 80db. Noise over 85db on a longtermbasis can cause severe hearing loss.Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operatorover a long-term basis may cause permanent,total hearing loss.4. Operate the machine onlywith a tractor equippedwith an approved Roll-OverProtective Structure (ROPS).Always wear your seat belt.Serious injury or even deathcould result from falling offthe tractor --- particularly during a turnoverwhen the operator could be pinnedunder the ROPS or the tractor.5. Clear working area of stones, branchesor hidden obstacles that might be hookedor snagged, causing injury or damage.6. Operate only in daylight or good artificiallight.7. Be sure machine is properly mounted,adjusted and in good operating condition.8. Ensure that all safety shielding andsafety signs are properly installed and ingood condition.NOTE: Hearing loss from loud noise (fromtractors, chain saws, radios, and other suchsources close to the ear) is cumulativeover a lifetime without hope of naturalrecovery.6

2.6 OPERATING SAFETYPlease remember it is important that you read andheed the safety signs on the Arena-Vator. Clean orreplace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly readand understood. They are there for your safety, aswell as the safety of others. The safe use of thismachine is strictly up to you, the operator.All things with moving parts are potentiallyhazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious,safe-minded operator who recognizes potentialhazards and follows reasonable safety practices. Themanufacturer has designed this Arena-Vator to beused with all its safety equipment properly attachedto minimize the chance of accidents. Study thismanual to make sure you have all safety equipmentattached.If a safety shield or guard is removed for any reason,it must be replaced before the machine is againoperated.When the use of hand tools is required to perform anypart of assembly, installation, adjustment,maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving, be surethe tools used are designed and recommended by thetool manufacturer for that specific task.Personal protection equipment including hard hat,safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves arerecommended during assembly, installation,operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing,removal, or moving. Do not allow long hair, loosefitting clothing, or jewelry to be around movingparts.Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldycomponents during assembly, installation, removal,or moving.Never place any part of your body where it would bein danger if movement should occur duringassembly, installation, operation, maintaining,repairing, removal, or moving.Never place yourself between the tractor andmachine while implement is in operation.Do not walk or work under a raised machine orattachment unless it is securely blocked or held inposition. Do not depend on the tractor hydraulicsystem to hold the machine or attachment in place.A heavy load can cause instability of the tractor. Useextreme care during travel. Slow down on turns andwatch out for bumps. The tractor may need frontcounterweights to counterbalance the weight of themachine.Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs, which canhinder alertness or coordination, while operatingthis equipment. Consult your doctor about operatingthis machine while taking prescription medications.Do not allow riders on the machine or tractor at anytime. There is no safe place for any riders.Before you operate the machine, check over all pins,bolts and connections to be sure all are securely inplace. Replace any damaged or worn partsimmediately.Do not allow anyone who is not familiar with thesafety rules and operation instructions to use thismachine.Never allow children to operate or be around thismachine.Use stabilizer bars, adjustable sway chains, or swayblocks on the tractor lift arms to keep the machinefrom swinging side to side. Adjust as tightly aspractical for best performance.Clear the work area of objects which might be pickedup and snagged or entangled in the machine.Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry, and clothing awayfrom all moving and/or rotating parts.7

2.7 TRANSPORT SAFETY1. Comply with state and local laws governinghighway safety and movement of farmmachinery on public roads.2. The use of flashing amber lights isacceptable in most localities. However,some localities prohibit their use. Locallaws should be checked for all highwaylighting and marking requirements.3. At all times, when driving the tractor andequipment on the road or highway under20 mph (32 kph) use flashing amberwarning lights and a slow moving vehicle(SMV) identification emblem. Do not exceed20 mph (32 kph). Reduce speed on roughroads and surfaces.4. Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.5. Always install transport locks, pins, orbrackets before transporting.6. Do not drink and drive.7. Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yieldto oncoming traffic in all situations,including narrow bridges, intersections, etc.Watch for traffic when operating near orcrossing roadways.8. Turn into curves or go up or down hills onlyat a low speed and at a gradual steeringangle. Make certain that at least 20% of thetractor's weight is on the front wheels tomaintain safe steerage. Slow down on roughor uneven surfaces.9. Never allow riders on either tractor ormachine.2.8 STORAGE SAFETY1. Store the unit in an area away from humanactivity.2. Do not permit children to play on or aroundthe stored machine.3. Store the unit is a dry, level area. Supportthe frame with planks if required.2.9 MAINTENANCE SAFETY1. Good maintenance is your responsibility.Poor maintenance is an invitation totrouble.2. Follow good shop practices.- Keep servicearea cleanand dry.- Be sure electricaloutlets and toolsare properlygrounded.- Use adequate lightfor the job at hand.3. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation.Never operate the engine in a closedbuilding. The exhaust fumes may causeasphyxiation.4. Before working on this machine, shutoff the engine, set the brakes, and removethe ignition key.5. Never work under equipment unless it isblocked securely.6. Use personal protection devices such as eye,hand and hearing protectors, whenperforming any service or maintenancework.7. Where replacement parts are necessary forperiodic maintenance and servicing,genuine factory replacement parts must beused to restore your equipment to originalspecifications. The manufacturer will not beresponsible for injuries or damages causedby use of unapproved parts and/oraccessories.8. A fire extinguisherand first aid kitshould be keptreadily accessiblewhile performingmaintenance onthis equipment9. Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts andscrews and check that all cotter pins areproperly installed to ensure unit is in a safecondition.10. When completing a maintenance or servicefunction, make sure all safety shields anddevices are installed before placing unit inservice.8

3 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONThe types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below. Good safetyrequires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, orparticular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.ACAUTION• Read and understand Operator'sManual before starting.• Place all controls in neutral, stopengine, set park brake, removeignition key, and wait for allmoving parts to stop beforeservicing, adjusting, repairing orunplugging.• Place jack stands under framebefore working under machine.• Review safety instructionsannually.CAUT001REMEMBER - If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced withoutsigns, new signs must be applied. New signs are available from your authorized dealer.9

4 OPERATIONOPERATING SAFETY1. Read and understand theOperator's Manualand all safety signs before operating,servicing, adjusting, repairing, orunplugging.2. Do not allow riders.3. Install and secure all guards and shieldsbefore starting or operating.4. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing awayfrom moving parts.5. Place all controls in neutral, stop tractorengine, set park brake, remove ignition keyand wait for all moving parts to stop beforeservicing, adjusting, repairing, orunplugging.6. Place all tractor and machine controls inneutral before starting.7. Never start or operate machine unlesssitting on tractor seat.8. Clear the area of bystanders, especiallysmall children, before starting.4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOROR OWNERThe Arena-Vator is designed as light duty tillagetool for working up, leveling, packing, andconditioning the soil and surface. Be familiar withthe machine before starting.It is the responsibility of the owner oroperator to read this manual and to train allother operators before they start workingwith the machine. Follow all safetyinstructions exactly. Safety is everyone'sbusiness. By following recommendedprocedures, a safe working environment isprovided for the operator, bystanders andthe area around the worksite. Untrainedoperators are not qualified to operate themachine.Many features incorporated into this machine arethe result of suggestions made by customers likeyou. Read this manual carefully to learn how tooperate the machine safely and how to set it toprovide maximum field efficiency. By followingthe operating instructions in conjunction with agood maintenance program, your Arena-Vatorwill provide many years of trouble free service.9. Clean reflectors, SMV and lights beforetransporting.10. Use hazard flashers on tractor whentransporting.11. Do not put hands or feet under machinewhile tractor engine is running.12. Review safety instructions with all operatorsannually.10

4.2 MACHINE COMPONENTSThe Arena-Vator consists of a cultivatorassembly up front, a leveling blade and a rearroller. It will work the soil, level it, pack andcondition the surface in one pass.ABCDEFCULTIVATOR FRAMEREVERSIBLE POINTS/SHOVELSTINESLEVELING BLADEROLLERHEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ARMFig. 1 - Machine Components4.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN 4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLISTAlthough there are no operational restrictions onthe Arena-Vator when used for the first time, it isrecommended that the following mechanicalitems be checked:A. After Operating For 1 and 5 Hours:1. Check all nuts, bolts and other fasteners.Tighten to their specified torque level.2. Check that the tines are in goodcondition.3. Then go to the regular service schedule asdefined in Section 5.Efficient and safe operation of the Arena-Vatorrequires that each operator reads andunderstands the operating procedures and allrelated safety precautions outlined in thissection. A pre-operation checklist is provided forthe operator. It is important for both the personalsafety and maintaining the good mechanicalcondition of the Arena-Vator that this checklist isfollowed.Before operating the machine and each timethereafter, the following areas should bechecked off:√Use only a small Agricultural tractor of therecommended horsepower on the machine.√√√√Check that the machine is properlyattached to the tractor. Be sure retainersare used on the mounting pins.Be sure extra weights are mounted on thefront of the tractor if required.Check the tines/shovels/blade/roller. Besure they are not damaged or broken andare not badly worn. Repair or replace asrequired.Check for entangled material. Remove thismaterial.11

4.5 FIELD OPERATIONOPERATING SAFETY1. Read and understand the Operator's Manualand all safety signs before operating,servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.2. Do not allow riders.OPERATING SAFETY6. Place all tractor and machine controls inneutral before starting.7. Never start or operate machine unless sittingon tractor seat.3. Install and secure all guards and shieldsbefore starting or operating.4. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing awayfrom moving parts.5. Place all controls in neutral, stop tractorengine, set park brake, remove ignition keyand wait for all moving parts to stop beforeservicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.8. Clear the area of bystanders, especiallysmall chilren, before starting.9. Clean reflectors, SMV and lights beforetransporting.10. Use hazard flashers on tractor whentransporting.11. Do not put hands or feet under machine whiletractor engine is running.The Arena-Vators are designed as a light dutytillage tool used to work up horse arenas andtracks, level them, and pack/condition thesurface. However the operator has the responsibilityof being familiar with all operating andsafety procedures and following them.Each operator should review this section of themanual at the start of the season and as oftenas required to be familiar with the machine.When using, follow this procedure:1. Review and follow the Pre-Operation Checklist.2. Attach the tractor to the machine:a. Move the lift arms and slide the ballsover the mounting pins. Install theretainers.b. Attach the top link to the mast bracket.Install the retainer.IMPORTANTDo not use on a tractor of more than therecommended horsepower. Largertractors can overload and bend the frameor tines, blades, and the roller.Fig. 2 - Attachedc. Always engage the anti-swaycomponents on each lift arm to keep theunit from moving from side-to-sideduring operation.12

3. Horsepower/3-Point Hitch:Each Arena-Vator model is designed to beused on a tractor of a certain horsepowerrange and 3-point hitch size as specified inTable 1. Do not exceed the recommendedhorsepower range to prevent overloading thestructural components. Always use theappropriate sized mounting pins whenhooking up to a tractor.OPERATING SAFETYTABLE 1 HORSEPOWER VS. MODELMODELSHANKSHITCHCATEGORYHORSEPOWERRANGEAV-5 13 Cat. I 18 - 32AV-6 15 Cat. I 22 - 39AV-7 17 Cat. I 26 - 474. Before going to the working area reviewSection 4.6 Transporting.AV-8 19 Cat. I & II 30 - 535. Drive to the working area and stop in a levelarea.6. Position the machine about 2" abovethe ground. Be sure the roller is offthe ground.7. Set the Machine:a. Level the Frame:Use the screw jack on the rightlift arm to level the frame fromside-to-side.b. Frame Angle:Use the turnbuckle on the toplink to set the frame angle.Start by using the top link to setthe frame level with the ground.Then, extend the top link byturning the turnbuckle anotherfull turn. This will lower theroller and allow the frame tofollow the contours of theground through the movablemast bracket during operation.Fig. 3 - Levelingc. 3-Point Hitch:Set the 3-point hitch on the tractor intothe "float" mode to allow the frame/machine to follow the contour of theground. This will allow all components towork the soil evenly.13

d. Beveled Blade Position:The beveled blade is locateddirectly behind the cultivatorsection and is used to spreadand level the soil loosened bythe cultivator.A good starting positionwould be in the second holeon the strap. This will placethe blade slightly above thecultivator shovel depthposition. Lower if the blade isnot distributing or movingthe soil along the width ofthe cut. Raise if a lot of soil isgoing over the top of theblade. Set both ends of theblade in the same hole.Blade Depthe. Beveled Blade Angle:The bevel blade mountingframe is designed with aslotted mounting hole toprovide a way to adjust theblade angle. To set the angle,loosen mounting bolt and tapblade into the desiredposition. Tighten mountingbolt to its specified torque.Set both ends of the blade atthe same angle.f. Mulcher Roller:The mulcher roller isdesigned with an adjustablemounting frame to allow theoperator to set the depth ofthe roller during operation.The best results are obtainedwhen the roller is set slightlyhigher than the depth of thecultivator shovels. It shouldpack, condition and compressthe soil as the machinemoves across the workingarea.Observe the quality of the jobwhen starting to work. Raisethe roller if the cultivator isnot able to penetrate thesurface and work up the soil.Lower if the soil is not beingcompressed.Fig. 4 - Blade/RollerBlade AngleWorking14

8. Drive over the area to be leveled.9. Ground Speed:Although the Arena-Vator can beoperated at any speed, it isrecommended that slow speedsbe used. High speeds can lead toskipping by the tines and anuneven job. Two to four mph willgive the best results. the operatorwill have to experiment a little todetermine the best speed. Usethe type of job being done as aguide.10. Depth:The machine is designed as alight to medium duty tillage toolfor working up, leveling,conditioning, and compactingarenas and tracks. The bestresults are obtained when thecultivator works up the soil 2 to 5inches deep. As the bladesmooths and levels the workedup soil, it is distributed acrossthe working area. The mulcherroller can then condition andcompact the soil.Lower the blade and roller toraise the cultivator if the soil issoft and large amounts of soilgoes over the blade. Raise theblade if the soil is hard and theshovels/tines need to work up thesoil more.Fig. 5 - FieldFig. 6 - Depth15

11. Operating Hints:a. Use the weight of themachine to push the tinesinto the ground. Add no morethan 100 lbs. to the framewhen the ground is hard ordeeply rutted. Do not addmore weight and push thetines too far into the groundand damage the frame.b. Use the amount of soil aheadof the blade as a guide to howthe machine is functioning.There should always be anominal amount of soilcoming over the blade. Thiswill insure that the soil ismoved across the width ofthe machine.c. In severely compacted ordeeply rutted conditions, it isrecommended that more thanone pass be made to level,condition, and compact thesoil.Fig. 5 - Field16

4.6 TRANSPORTINGTRANSPORT SAFETY1. Make sure you are in compliance with alllocal regulations regarding transportingequipment on public roads and highways.2. Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle)emblem and all the lights and reflectors thatare required by the local highway andtransport authorities are in place, are cleanand can be seen clearly by all overtakingand oncoming traffic.3. Do not allow anyone to ride on the Arena-Vator or tractor during transport.4. Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reducespeed on rough roads and surfaces.5. Use retainers on the mounting pins whenattaching.6. Always use hazard flashers on the tractorwhen transporting unless prohibited by law.When transporting the machine, review and followthese instructions:1. Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine.2. Be sure that the machine is securely attached tothe tractor and all retainer pins are installed.3. Be sure you have installed extra weights on thefront of the tractor if required.4. Clean the SMV emblem, lights and reflectorsand be sure they are working.5. Be sure you are in compliance with all applicablelighting and marking regulations whentransporting. Check with your local authorities.6. Be sure your machine can clearly be seen byovertaking and oncoming traffic.7. Keep to the right and yield the right-of-way toallow faster traffic to pass. Drive on the roadshoulder if permitted by law.8. Do not allow riders.9. Always use hazard flashers on the tractor whentransporting unless prohibited by law.4.7 STORAGESTORAGE SAFETY1. Store the unit in an area away from humanactivity.2. Do not permit children to play on or aroundthe stored machine.3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Supportthe frame with planks if required.After the season's use, the machine should bethoroughly inspected and prepared for storage.Repair or replace any worn or damaged componentsto prevent any unnecessary down time atthe start of next season. To insure a long,trouble free life, this procedure should befollowed when preparing the unit for storage:1. Clear the area of bystanders, especiallysmall children.2. Thoroughly wash the machine using apressure washer to remove all dirt, mud,debris and residue.3. Inspect the tines and pivot for damage orentangled material. Repair or replacedamaged parts. Remove all entangledmaterial.4. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches toprevent rusting.5. Move to storage area.6. Select an area that is dry, level and free ofdebris.7. Unhook from tractor.8. If the machine cannot be placed inside,cover with a waterproof tarpaulin and tiesecurely in place.9. Store the machine in an area away fromhuman activity.10. Do not allow children to play on or aroundthe stored machine.17

5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE SAFETY1. Follow ALL the operating, maintenance, andsafety information in the manual.2. Support the machine with blocks or safetystands when working beneath it.3. Follow good shop practices:- Keep service area clean and dry.- Be sure electrical outlets and tools areproperly grounded.- Use adequate light for the job at hand.4. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation.Never operate the engine of the towingvehicle in a closed building. The exhaustfumes may cause asphyxiation.5. Use only tools, jacks and hoists of sufficientcapacity for the job.6. Make sure all guards are in place andproperly secured when maintenance workis completed.7. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing awayfrom moving or rotating parts.8. Clear the area of bystanders, especiallysmall children, when carrying out anymaintenance and repairs or making anyadjustments.5.1 SERVICE5.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS1. Grease:Use an SAE multi-purpose high temperaturegrease with extreme pressure (EP)performance. Also acceptable is an SAE multipurposelithium base grease.2. Storing Lubricants:Your machine can operate at top efficiency onlyif clean lubricants are used. Use cleancontainers to handle all lubricants. Store themin an area protected from dust, moisture andother contaminants.5.1.2 GREASINGUse a Maintenance Checklist to keep a record of allscheduled maintenance.1. Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth beforegreasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit.3. Replace and repair broken fittingsimmediately.4. If fittings will not take grease, remove andclean thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passage.Replace fitting if necessary.18

5.1.3 SERVICING INTERVALSThe period recommended is basedon normal operating conditions.Severe or unusual conditions mayrequire more frequent servicing.Daily or 10 Hours1. Grease roller bearings (2locations)Annually1. Clean machine.Fig. 8 - Roller Bearings5.1.4 SERVICE RECORDSee Lubrication and Maintenance sections for details of service. Copy this page to continue record.ACTION CODE: G = GREASE CL = CLEANHOURSSERVICEDBYMAINTENANCEDAILY OR 10 HOURSG Roller Bearings (2)ANNUALLYCL Machine19

6 TROUBLE SHOOTINGThe Arena-Vator consists of a cultivator, blade, and roller to work up, level, and condition soil. It is a simpleand reliable system that requires minimal maintenance.In the following section, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions to the problems that youmay encounter.If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after having read through this trouble shootingsection, please call your local dealer or distributor. Before you call, please have this Operator's Manual andthe serial number from your Arena-Vator ready.PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTIONSoil isn't being worked up. Compacted soil. Raise blade and rollerto place more weighton cultivator.Add weight tocultivator frame. Donot exceed 100 lbs.Make 2 passes.Tines skip over ground.Driving too fast.Slow down.Set hitch in "float"mode.Shovels wore out.Replace shovels.Machine skips over the ground. Compacted soil. Slow Down.Add weight to frame.Slow down and maketwo passes.Ruts aren't being filled. Blade too high. Lower blade.Compacted soil.Add weight to frameand make severalpasses.20

7 ASSEMBLYThe machine is shipped from thefactory in a partially disassembledform that allows for easy andconvenient shipping.When preparing for the customer,follow this procedure:1. Clear the area of bystanders,especially small children.2. Use 2 men to guide or direct andhandle the heavy and bulkycomponents.3. Use a crane, hoist or forklift ofsufficient capacity and stability tohandle the components.Fig. 9 - Shipping Configuration4. Attach to the lifting device,remove tie-downs, lift fromthe truck and move to theassembly area. Drive slowand keep the machineclose to the ground.5. Cut the strapping andremove the componentsfrom the shipping pallet.6. Mount the reversiblepoints or shovels to thetines and tighten fastenersto their specified torque.7. Place the cultivator frameon stands and lay-out thecomponents in theirapproximate position.Fig. 10 - Tines With Reversible Points/Shovels21Fig. 11 - Lay-out

8. Refer to the tine position schematic.9. Measure and mark the tine positions onthe frame.Fig. 12 - Tine Positions22

10. Install the 3-point hitchmounting pins in theirbrackets.11. Mount the tines to frame andtighten fasteners to theirspecified torque.Fig. 13 - 3-Point Hitch MountsFrontFig. 14 - TinesAll23

13. Attach the Blade:a. Mount the blade and armto the center of the frame.b. Mount the height bracketto the arm and the frame.NOTE:Start with the height bracketin its 2nd hole position.ArmHeight BracketFig. 15 - Blade24

14. Attach the roller to the rearframe.LeftFig. 16 - RollerRight15. Tighten allfasteners totheir specifiedtorque.Fig. 17 - Assembled25

8 SPECIFICATIONS8.1 MECHANICALMODELS AV-5 AV-6 AV-7 AV-8WORKING WIDTH: 5' 6' 7' 8'NUMBER OF SHANKS: 13 15 17 19SHANK SIZE: 1 1 /4" x 1 /2" x 22" 1 1 /4" x 1 /2" x 22" 1 1 /4" x 1 /2" x 22" 1 1 /4" x 1 /2" x 22"SHANK CLEARANCE: 16" 16" 16" 16"HITCH: Cat. I Cat. I Cat. I Cat. I & IIHP RATING: 18 to 32 22 to 39 26 to 47 30 to 53WEIGHT: 500# 575# 640# 775#LEVELING BAR: 1/2" x 6" 1/2" x 6" 1/2" x 6" 1/2" x 6"Double Beveled Double Beveled Double Beveled Double Beveled8.2 BOLT TORQUECHECKING BOLT TORQUEThe tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all boltsto the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, usingbolt torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt.ENGLISH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSBoltDiameter SAE 2"A" N.m (lb-ft)1/4"5/16"3/8"7/16"1/2"9/16"5/8"3/4"7/8"1"SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE81327416195128225230345(6)(10)(20)(30)(45)(70)(95)(165)(170)(225)Bolt Torque *SAE 5N.m (lb-ft)12254572110155215390570850(9)(19)(33)(53)(80)(115)(160)(290)(420)(630)SAE 8N.m (lb-ft)1736631001552203055408801320(12)(27)(45)(75)(115)(165)(220)(400)(650)(970)Torque figures indicated above are valid for non-greased or non-oiled threads and heads unlessotherwise specified. Therefore, do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless otherwise specified inthis manual. When using locking elements, increase torque values by 5%.* Torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings.26

9 PARTS REFERENCE9.1 DRAWING27

9.2 PARTS LISTREF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION1 AV-0005 5' Mainframe Only1 AV-0006 6' Mainframe Only1 AV-0007 7' Mainframe Only1 AV-0008 8' Mainframe Only2 AV-0100 Floating Toplink Bracket (No longer required)3 AV-0110 Leveling Blade Mounting Bracket4 AV-0120 Leveling Blade Adjustment Bracket5 AV-0130 Roller Bracket Arm6 AV-0115 5' Leveling Blade Mount6 AV-0116 6' Leveling Blade Mount6 AV-0117 7' Leveling Blade Mount6 AV-0118 8' Leveling Blade Mount7 AV-0150 5' Roller7 AV-0160 6' Roller7 AV-0170 7' Roller7 AV-0180 8' Roller8 GSC3157 Roller Bearing 4 Bolt w/Lock Collar9 AV-0205 5' Leveling Blade9 AV-0206 6' Leveling Blade9 AV-0207 7' Leveling Blade9 AV-0208 8' Leveling Blade10 AV-0300 5/8 x 2 USS Carriage Bolt w/Nylock11 AV-0301 3/8 x 1-1/2 USS Carriage Bolt w/Hex Nut & Lockwasher12 AV-0310 5/8 x 1-1/2 USS Gr. 5 capscrew w/Nylock13 AV-0302 1/2 x 1-1/2 USS Carriage w/Nylock14 AV-0311 1/2 x 1-1/2 USS Gr. 5 Capscrew w/Nylock15 AV-0305 3/8 x 2 USS Plow Bolt w/Hex Nut16 AV-0405 Straight Point17 AV-0415 S-Tine 32 x 10 x 56018 AV-0420 S-Tine Clamp19 AV-0312 1/2 x 4 USS Gr. 5 Capscrew w/Nylock20 AV-0313 3/4 x 4 USS Gr. 5 Capscrew w/NylockNot Shown AV-0450 P7234 Cat. I Hitch PinNot Shown AV-0460 P791 Lynch Pin28

10 LIMITED WARRANTYGEARMORE, INC., warrants each new Gearmore product to be free from defects in material andworkmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from date of purchase to the original purchaser.This warranty shall not apply to implements or parts that have been subject to misuse, negligence,accident, or that have been altered in any way.Our obligation shall be limited to repairing or replacement of any part, provided that such part isreturned within thirty (30) days from date of failure to Gearmore through the dealer from whomthe purchase was made, transportation charges prepaid.This warranty shall not be interpreted to render us liable for injury or damages of any kind ornature, direct, consequential or contingent, to person or property. This warranty does not extendto loss of crops, loss because of delay in harvesting or any other expenses, for any other reasons.Gearmore in no way warranties engines, tires, or other trade accessories, since these items arewarranted separately by these respective manufacturers.Gearmore reserves the right to make improvements in design or changes in specification at anytime, without incurring any obligations to owners or units previously sold.Always refer to and heed machine operating warning decals on machine.GEARMORE, INC.13477 Benson Ave.Chino, CA 91710The serial number of this product is stored in our computer database, thussubmitting a warranty registration card is not required.29