John Berends
Implements Pty Ltd
AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERS
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PARTS LIST
Rippers
PRODUCT NO.
0024 Single Tine Ripper, suit compact tractor 100 x 25 Cat 0/1
0020 Standard Single Tine Ripper, 150 x 32mm Cat 1/2
0021 Heavy Duty Single Tine Ripper 150 x 50mm Cat 2
0022 Pipelaying Attachment Fits 0020 and 0021
0029 Pipelaying Attachment Fits 0024
0144 Mole Drainer
0018 2 Tine Deep Ripper - Curved Tines, digs to 700mm
0019 3 Tine Deep Ripper - Curved Tines, digs to 700mm
Deep rippers with more than 3 tines are available upon
request.
130 FRANKSTON RD, DANDENONG, VIC. 3175 AUSTRALIA
PHONE (03) 9791 2494 FAX NO. (03) 9794 5568
www.johnberendsimplements.com.au
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................3
SAFETY FEATURES.............................................................................................. 6
ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................. 7
OPERATION............................................................................................................7
MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................... 7
SPARE PARTS....................................................................................................... 8
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SAFETY
Farm machinery is dangerous if operated incorrectly so please read this manual in its
entirety prior to operating the machine.
No operator, however experienced in farm machinery operation, should attempt to
use any machine they have not been competently trained to use. Your local Department of
Agriculture can help you with training, as can most Occupational Health and Safety offices,
Agricultural schools and colleges and farm equipment dealerships.
All instructions relating to tractor safety as per the tractor operators manual should
be followed. When making any machine adjustments, stop the tractor engine first and wait
for all moving parts to stop. Maintain the tractor to ensure it remains safe to use. Do not
operate faulty or damaged equipment.
Extreme caution should be taken when fitting equipment to the tractor’s three point
linkage. Avoid standing between the implement and the tractor when coupling machinery.
All machines should be mounted and retained correctly. All guards must be kept in
place and correctly maintained. P.T.O. shafts must be correctly attached and secured to
both the tractor and the machine. Decals must be visible and legible at all times. Keep well
clear of all moving parts.
Keep all people and animals at a safe distance from all moving parts. Children must
not be allowed to operate this equipment and all passengers must have the same level of
protection as the operator.
Wear protective clothing where appropriate.
Never operate when tired (not alert) or in poorly lit areas and stay alert for humps
and other hidden hazards. Remove all timber, rocks and foreign objects prior to operation.
Avoid operating the machine in wet conditions.
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Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on hills. Avoid sudden
movement, sudden breaking, high speeds, rough terrain and steep slopes.
If machine starts to vibrate, stop tractor using method as described in the operation
section.
After striking a foreign object or if the there are doubts about the performance of the
machine, stop the tractor as described and check if machine is making excessive noise.
Extreme caution must be taken when working in public areas (roadsides etc). It is
recommended that flaps and chains are fitted in these areas. These are available as
optional extras. Rear flaps are compulsory in public areas.
Do not modify this equipment in anyway, or use it for any other purpose than it was
designed to do.
Never work under unsupported machines or adjust unsupported machines. Do not
enter the danger zone where a load being carried by a machine could fall on you, for
example a round bale from a bale fork, a log from a carryall or material from a rear end
loader.
These instructions should be used in conjunction with any local regulations regarding
safety ie OHS.
Maintenance is essential for safe operation. Ensure maintenance is carried out
regularly by people qualified to do so. This is of particular importance on P.T.O. drive
machines where driven parts can fly off at high speed if wearing parts are not
properly maintained.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES
MAY RESULT IN EQUIPMENT
MALFUNCTION, OR DAMAGE,
SERIOUS INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
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INTRODUCTION:
This manual was developed specifically for the machine you have purchased. The information within
is to assist you in preparing, operating and maintaining your machine. Please read and understand
the contents of the manual completely before attempting to operate your machine, paying special
attention to all safety details. With our policy of continuous improvement, products and specifications
may change without notice and without incurring the obligation to install such changes on any unit
previously delivered.
Rippers
There are three different single tine rippers available. The compact ripper is 25mm thick
and has been designed to fit small compact tractors. It is able to accommodate the smaller
‘red’ pipelayer. The standard single tine ripper is 32mm thick and the heavy duty single tine
ripper is 50mm thick. Both these models can be fitted with a pipelayer which can take a 2”
poly pipe. All models have reversible points and can be upgraded to heavy duty points if
necessary. The deep ripper has the option of two or three tines made of 32mm semi high
tensile steel. Machines with more than three tines are available upon request. The tines are
adjustable and are fitted with shearbolt protection. The tines are fitted with hardened teeth,
similar to those fitted to the buckets of industrial loaders.
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
RIPPERS Compact S/Tine Std S/Tine HD S/Tine Mole Drainer Deep Ripper
Main Tine Section 100 x 25mm 150 x 32 150 x 50 300 x 20 150 x 32
Overall height 1.10m 1.20m 1.30m 1.3m 0.95m
Maximum working depth 490mm 500mm 700mm 700mm 650mm
Tractor H.P. 16-25 H.P. 25-60 H.P. 60 H.P. + 40HP 70 H.P. +
Tractor CAT connection Cat 1 Cat 1/2 Cat 2 Cat 1/2 Cat 2
Nett Weight (kg) 30 65 100 -
WARRANTY
John Berends Implements P/L warrants each new product sold to be free from defects in material
and workmanship, under normal use and service, as outlined in the operators manual, for a period of
12 months.
This warranty is void if any damage to the machine has been caused by misuse or non genuine
parts have been used or any repairs have been made by any persons other than authorised dealer
service personnel.
The manufacturer/dealer is not obligated to any transportation charges incurred in the repair or
replacement of parts.
This warranty does not exclude any condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or
any other legislation which implies any condition which cannot be excluded.
Copyright 2011 This Safety Manual is copyright and no part may be reproduced without
the written permission of John Berends Implements.
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Safety Features
1. SERIAL NUMBER (Decal)
2. WARNING DECAL
4. BERENDS DECAL
1, 2 & 3
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ASSEMBLY
Line up the lower linkage arms with the linkage pins of the implement, slide the linkage
arms onto the pins and secure with linch pins. Attach the top link to the implement. In the
case of the ripper, line the linkage arms between the lower linkage plates, slide the linkage
pins through the holes and secure with linch pins. Attach the top link to the ripper. The
implement should not be used on tractors greater than that specified in the ‘machine
specification’ section of this manual. Ensure that anti-sway devices are connected to
prevent implement moving from side to side. These could be chains or stabiliser bars.
Ensure that tractor drawbar does not interfere with the ripper. It may need to be removed.
Vibration can loosen bolts, so check regularly that all are secure.
OPERATION
Once all safety procedures have been followed, start the tractor and raise the implement
off the ground. Always travel in a straight line when ripping. Note: Rippers that have been
bent and/or twisted are not covered by warranty.
Caution: do not operate near underground services.
If working on steep slopes, try to work down hill or across the slope. Select a low gear
when ripping. Different soil types will determine how deep you can rip. You may need to
make more than one pass to achieve maximum depth.
OPERATION - PIPELAYER
Single tine models only. Ensure the pipelayer is connected securely. The lower leg of the
pipelayer must hook in under the ripper tine. Only use the pipelayer in pre-ripped ground.
This will ensure that there are no obstructions when laying the pipe.
STOPPING
Lower the machine, stop the tractor engine (removing the ignition key) and apply the park
brake. Ensure that the implement is either on the ground or well supported when not in
use.
MAINTENANCE
When doing any type of maintenance on this machine, always follow the safety steps
described in this manual. Service should only be carried out by qualified personnel. Use
only authorised genuine parts for replacement.
The implement must be adequately supported under its body on all 3 point linkage
machines (Make certain it cannot fall).
Check all bolts and nuts are tight. Replace (or reverse) points when worn.
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SPARE PARTS
ORDER SPARE PARTS THROUGH YOUR ORIGINAL SUPPLIER OR YOUR
LOCAL JOHN BERENDS IMPLEMENTS DEALER.
Always quote the machine serial No. or product No., spare part number and its part
name as stated in the operator’s manual.
Glossary of terms
c/w = Complete with
sw = Spring Washer
n.s.s. = Not serviced separately
a.r. = As required
fw = Flat Washer
Compact Ripper 0024 Standard Ripper 0020 Heavy Duty Ripper 0021
Key No. Part No. Quantity Description
1 1530 1 Reversible point 75 x 16 x 225 (supplied as new on all
rippers)
1531 1 Heavy duty rev. point 75 x 25 x 225 (optional for all rippers)
2 1534 2 Bolt and nut suit point 1530
1533 2 Bolt and nut suit point 1531
3 1969 2 Cat 1 push through pin (suits 0020 & 0021)
1967 2 Cat 1 bolt on pin (suits 0024)
4 1540 1 Leg only (inc. foot & point) – 25mm x 100 x 850 (compact)
1535 1 Leg only (inc. foot & point) – 32mm x 150 x 1000 (standard)
1537 1 Leg only (inc. foot & point) – 50mm x 150 x 1200 (heavy
duty)
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1&2
Deep Ripper 2 and 3 tine (0018/0019) – Other sizes on request
Key No. Part No. Quantity Description
1 3250 2 or 3 Point
2 3251 2 or 3 Retaining pin suit point
3 1972 2 Cat 2 push through pin
4 1539 2 or 3 Deep ripper leg c/w clamp & bolt/nuts
5 1476 2 or 3 Clamp brackets (one pair per tine)
6 1477 2 or 3 Clamp plate
7 1478 8 or 12 Clamp mounting bolts (4 per tine)
8 1479 4 or 6 Tine mounting bolts (2 per tine)
9 1480 1 Stand
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