SHAKAERATOR - Operator Manual - McConnel

INTRODUCTIONMcConnel Shakaerators are multi-purpose cultivators available in various forms and sizes.They are not just ‘another linkage-mounted toolbar’; they are suitable and capable of beingutilized in the following ways:• In its simplest form it may be used as a heavy-duty cultivator.• With land wheels added for depth control it is suitable for shallow cultivations,scarifying and fallow operations.• With a power driven vibrator unit it is an all-purpose cultivation tool that gives an earthshattering effect when pan-busting or breaking new ground.• With PTO through-drive facility, power driven implements hydraulically mounted onthe rear of the main frame can be utilized for ‘seedbed’ preparation thereforeeffectively employing a one-pass technique for minimum compaction and rapidpreparation.• With ratchet operated depth control, but without through-drive facility, ground engagingimplements such as the Oxford or Flexicoil Roller may be mounted thus making itsuitable for clod breaking or for land re-settlement when operating on grass land.Frame SpecificationsCurrently within the range there are six sizes of frame available.Frame Size No. of Shanks (Legs) Guide to drawbar h.p. req.2.0 metre 5 Shank From 60 h.p.2.5 metre 7 Shank From 75 h.p.3.0 metre 9 Shank From 100 h.p.3.7 metre 11 Shank From 120 h.p.4.5 metre 13 Shank From 140 h.p.5.0 metre* 10 Shank From 200 h.p.* Folding modelProvision is made on the 2.5m, 3.0m, 3.7m and 4.5m models to be equipped with PTOthrough drive facility and hydraulic linkage for the independent mounting of an additionalimplement. An additional mounting bracket is available for the 4.5 metre frame model toallow for the mounting a second slave ram - this can be supplied as an optional extra.Folding Model Lifting Point LocationsThe illustration opposite shows the location of the lifting pointsfor optimum balance on a Folding Shakaerator when it is in theupright (folded) position with components attached.Suitable substantial lifting equipment capable of supporting theweight of the machine must always be used and the operationshould only be carried out on a firm level site.Bystanders should be kept at a safe distance from the machineat all times whist carrying out this procedure.4