J&M TF215 User Manual

O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L

Set-Up Instructions and Parts Catalog for

Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioners

Models

TF2, TF212 and TF215

(serial # 2250 and higher)

12’ to 45’ Working Width

Torsion-Flex Double Rolling Baskets

J. & M. Manufacturing Co., Inc.

P.O. Box 547

Fort Recovery, OH 45846

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.jm-inc.com

REV. 03-28-11

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TO THE DEALER:

Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pr e-Delivery and Delivery Check
Lists in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.

The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration Card attached to the front inside cov er of this manual and retu rn
to J. & M. Mfg. Co., Inc. at the address indicated on the card. Warranty claims wi ll be denied if the Warranty

Registration Card has not been completed and returned.
EXPRESS WARRANTY:

J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. warrants against defects in construction or materials for a period of ONE year. We reserve the
right to inspect and decide whether material or construction was faulty or whether abuse or accident voids our
guarantee.

Warranty service must be performed by a dealer or service c enter authorized by J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. to sell and/or
service the type of product involved, which will use onl y new or remanufactured p arts or components furnished b y J.
& M. Mfg. Co. Inc. Warranty service will be performed without charge to the purchaser for parts or labor based on th e
Warranty Labor Times schedule. Under no circumstance will allowable labor times extend beyond the maximum
hours indicated in the Warranty Labor Times schedule for each warranty procedure. The purchaser will be
responsible, however, for any service call and/or transportation of the product to and from the dealer or service
center’s place of business, for any premium charged for overtime labor requested by the purchaser, and for any
service and/or maintenance not directly related to any defect covere d under the warranty. Costs associated with
equipment rental, product down time, or product disposal are not warrantable a nd will not be accepted under any
circumstance.

Each warranty term begins on the date of product delivery t o the purchas er. Under no circumstance will warranty be
approved unless (i) the product warranty registration card ( attached to the inside of the Operator’s Manual) has been
properly completed and submitted to the equipment manufact urer. This Warranty is effective only if the warranty
registration card is returned within 30 days of purchase.

This warranty does not cover a component which fails, malfunctions or is damaged as a result of (i) improper
modification or repair, (ii) accident, abuse or improper use, (iii) improper or insufficient mainte nance, or (iv) normal
wear or tear. This warranty does not cover products that are previously owned and extends solely to the original
purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or other wise transfer this product to a third party, this
Warranty does not transfer to the third part y purchas er i n an y way. J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. makes no warranty, express
or implied, with respect to tires or other parts or accessories not manufactured by J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. Warranties
for these items, if any, are provided separately by their respective manufacturers.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS,
IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

In no event shall J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. be liable for specia l, direct, incidental or consequential dam ages of any kind.
The exclusive remedy under this Warranty shall be repair or replacement of the defective component at J. & M. Mfg.
Co. Inc’s. option. This is the entire agreement between J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. and the Owner about warrant y and no J.
& M. Mfg. Co. Inc. employee or dealer is authorized to make any additional warranty on behalf of J. & M. Mfg. Co.
Inc.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make product design and material changes at any time without notice. They
shall not incur any obligation or liab ility to in corporate such changes and i mprovements in pr oducts previousl y sold to
any customer, nor shall they be obligated or liable for the replacement of previously sold products with products or
parts incorporating such changes.

SERVICE:

The equipment you have purchased has b een carefully manufactured to provide dependable and sat isfactory use.
Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upk eep. Lubricate the unit as specified. Observe all s afety
information in this manual and safety signs on the equipment.

For service, your authorized J. & M. dealer has trained mec hanics, genuine J. & M. service parts, a nd the necessar y
tools and equipment to handle all your needs.

Use only genuine J. & M. service parts. Substitute parts may void the warranty and may not meet standards required
for safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces
provided:

Serial # ___________ Purchase Date: _______ Purchased From: ________ ____________________________

Please provide this information to your dealer to obtain the correct parts:

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GENERAL INFORMATION

TO THE OWNER:

The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your running gear in a safe
manner. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of
dependable performance and help maintain safe operating conditions. If this machine is used by an
employee or is loaned or rented, make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating:

1. Is instructed in safe and proper use.

2. Reviews and understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.
Throughout this manual, the term IMPORTANT is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause

damage to equipment. The terms CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the
Safety-Alert Symbol, (a triangle with an exclamation mark), to indicate the degree of hazard for items of
personal safety. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.

This Safety-Alert symbol indicates a hazard and means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.
Indicates helpful information.

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GENERAL INFORMATION (continued)

BOLT TORQUE CHART

Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque or tightening procedure is listed for a
specific application.

Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list.
Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for metric

hardware.
Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start the thread engagement properly. All torque values

are given to specification used on hardware defined by SAE J1701 & J1701M (Jul 96).

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SPECIFICATIONS

A

Specifications Basket Sizes and Layout
Working

Width

12’ 12’ 12’ N/A 2,195 lbs. 6’ 6’
13’ 13’ 12’ N/A 2,310 lbs. 4’ 5’ 4’
14’ 14’ 12’ N/A 2,425 lbs. 5’ 4’ 5’
15’ 15’ 15’ N/A 2,540 lbs. 5’ 5’ 5’
16’ 16’ 15’ N/A 2,655 lbs. 5’ 6’ 5’

Model TF2

17’ 17’ 15’ N/A 2,770 lbs. 6’ 5’ 6’
18’ 18’ 15’ N/A 2,885 lbs. 6’ 6’ 6’
20’ 13’ 5” 12’ 4’ 4,415 lbs. 4’ 6’ 6’ 4’
22’ 13’ 5” 12’ 5’ 4,645 lbs. 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’
23’ 13’ 5” 12’ 5’ 6” 4,760 lbs. 5.5’ 6’ 6’ 5.5’
24’ 13’ 5” 12’ 6’ 4,875 lbs. 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’
25’ 13’ 5” 12’ 6’ 6” 4,990 lbs. 3’ 3.5’ 6’ 6’ 3.5’ 3’
26’ 13’ 5” 12’ 7’ 5,105 lbs. 3.5’ 3.5’ 6’ 6’ 3.5’ 3.5’
27’ 13’ 5” 12’ 7’ 6” 5,220 lbs. 3.5’ 4’ 6’ 6’ 4’ 3.5’
28’ 13’ 5” 12’ 8’ 5,335 lbs. 4’ 4’ 6’ 6’ 4’ 4’
29’ 13’ 5” 12’ 8’ 6” 5,450 lbs. 3.5’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 3.5’
30’ 13’ 5” 12’ 9’ 5,565 lbs. 4’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 4’

Model TF212

31’ 13’ 5” 15’ 9’ 6” 5,680 lbs. 3.5’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 3.5’
32’ 13’ 5” 15’ 10’ 5,795 lbs. 5’ 5’ 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’
33’ 13’ 5” 15’ 10’ 6” 5,910 lbs. 5’ 5.5’ 6’ 6’ 5.5’ 5’
34’ 13’ 5” 15’ 11’ 6,025 lbs. 5.5’ 5.5’ 6’ 6’ 5.5’ 5.5’
35’ 13’ 5” 15’ 11’ 6” 6,140 lbs. 5.5’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 5.5’
36’ 13’ 5” 15’ 12’ 6,255 lbs. 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’ 6’
37’ 15’ 5” 15’ 11’ 6,370 lbs. 5’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 5’
38’ 15’ 5” 15’ 11’ 6” 6,485 lbs. 5.5’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 5.5’
39’ 15’ 5” 15’ 12’ 6,600 lbs. 6’ 6’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 6’ 6’
40’ 15’ 5” 15’ 12’ 6” 6,715 lbs. 3.5’ 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’ 3.5’
41’ 15’ 5” 15’ 13’ 6,830 lbs. 4’ 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’ 4’
42’ 15’ 5” 15’ 13’ 6” 6,945 lbs. 3.5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 3.5’

Model TF215

43’ 15’ 5” 15’ 14’ 7,060 lbs. 4’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 4’
44’ 15’ 5” 15’ 14’ 6” 7,175 lbs. 4’ 5’ 5.5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5.5’ 5’ 4’
45’ 15’ 5” 15’ 15’ 7,290 lbs. 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’ 5’

Transport

Width

Base

Width

Wing

s

Each

pprox.

Weight

Side Wing Base Unit Side Wing

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY 2
GENERAL INFORMATION 3
BOLT TORQUE CHART 4
SPECIFICATIONS 5
SAFETY RULES 7
SAFETY SIGNS 8
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 9-15
OPERATIONS 16
TRANSPORTING 17
UNHITCHING 17
FIELD ADJUSTMENT 17
STORAGE 18
SERVICE 18
TROUBLESHOOTING 18

PARTS LIST
TONGUE ASSEMBLY 19
BASE ASSEMBLY 20-23
WING ASSEMBLY 24-25
WHEEL ASSEMBLY 26
LIGHT WIRING DIAGRAM 27
HYDRAULIC LINES AND FITTINGS
Models TF212 and TF215 Without Wing Wheels 28-29
Models TF212 and TF215 With Wing Wheels 30-31
Model TF2 32
OPTIONAL WING WHEEL ASSEMBLY 33
OPTIONAL LEVELING BAR HARROW 34-35
SERVICE / MAINTENANCE RECORD 36

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SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to
provide safe equipment can be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control
and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgment, and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equi pment.

Make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating is instructed in safe and proper use and reviews and
understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.

Read this manual before you operate this machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual, or
need more information, contact the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.

SAFETY

Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons is measured by how you service, and operate
this machine. Know the positions and functions of all controls before you try to operate them. Make sure
to check all controls in a safe area before starting your work.

The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, federal, state or local laws.
Make certain your machine has the proper equipment as designated by local laws and regulations.

A frequent cause of personal injury or death is from persons falling off equipment and being run over. Do
not permit persons to ride on this machine.

Travel speeds should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all times.
Where possible, avoid operating near ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed when turning,
crossing slopes and rough, slick or muddy surfaces.

Collision of high speed road traffic and slow moving machines can cause personal injury or death. On
roads, use flasher lights according to local laws. Keep slow-moving-vehicle emblem visible. Pull over to
let faster traffic pass.

Never adjust, service, clean, or lubricate running gear until all power is shut off.
Keep all safety shields in place.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts while unit is in operation.
Make sure that everyone is clear of equipment before applying power or moving the machine.
Make sure that the implement is fastened securely to the tractor by using the proper hitch pin, clip and

safety chains.
Do NOT exceed speeds in excess of 20 MPH. Also be sure slow moving vehicle emblem is attached to

rear of transport.
Before unhooking the implement from the towing unit, be sure to properly block the wheels to prevent the

implement from moving. Be sure the jack assembly is positioned in the park position and the weight has
been transferred to the jack assembly before unhooking the implement.

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SAFETY SIGNS

IMPORTANT: Install new safety signs if the old signs are destroyed, lost, painted over or cannot be read.

When parts are replaced that have safety signs, make sure you install a new sign with each new part.
New signs are available from the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.

DECAL PARTS LIST

Item # Part # Description

1 DW-107 Warning: Keep Lug Nuts Tight
2 DW-128 Warning: Rapidly Rising Tongue
3 DW-129 Warning: Electric Lines
4 DW-105 Warning: High Pressure Fluid
5 DW-126 Warning: Transport Locks
6 DW-127 Warning: Folding Wings
7 RD-1A Reflective Amber Decal
8 RD-1R Reflective Red Decal

9 RD-1O Reflective Orange Decal
10 DI-114M Medium Size J&M Oval
11 DI-125S Small “J&M Manufacturing” Decal
12 DI-TF2 “TF2” Decal
12 DI-TF212 “TF212” Decal
12 DI-TF215 “TF215” Decal
13 DI-130 “Torsion-Flex” Decal

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SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

The J&M Torsion-Flex Soil Conditioner is shipped with components partially assembled. Hardware
required to connect the Base Wheel Assembly, Main Base Frame Assembly, Wing Frames and Tongue
Assembly should already be secured to the components at the point of attachment.

The hydraulic cylinders have the fittings already installed and are secured to the base wheel assembly.
The hydraulic hoses and light harness wires should inserted into the component tubing and simply require
the ends to be connected.

Each basket frame should have the rolling baskets and torsion flex arm installed. Refer to the Basket
Size and Layout, located on the right side of the chart on page 5 of the Operator’s Manual for
recommended basket layout. Be sure the baskets with the 3” x 3” Torsion Bars are secure to the Main
Base Unit and the baskets with the smaller 2 1/2” x 2 1/2” Torsion Bars are secured to the side wings.

The optional Lift Assist Bundle (wing wheels) and Harrow are also shipped partially assembled. Refer to
the Set-Up Instructions on the following pages for installation.

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SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1 – Installing the Base Unit Wheels

Using the 1” x 3 1/2" Pins and cotter pins,
secure the two wheel lift hydraulic cylinders to
the tabs welded on the front of the Base Unit
Main Frame. (NOTE: For implements
equipped with wing wheels, be sure a 3” MS
hydraulic cylinder is used on the right set of
wheels and a 2 3/4" MS hydraulic cylinder is
used for the left set of wheels.)

Hydraulic Cylinder

Bolt the Wheel Arm Weldments to the front of
the Base Unit Main Frame directly below the
hydraulic cylinder shown using one 1 1/4" x 9”
Grade 5 Bolt and 1 1/4" Nylon Lock Nut.

Pin the clevis end of the hydraulic cylinder to

Wheel Hub

Wheel and Tire Assembly

the lower tab on the Wheel Arm Weldment
and secure using the 1” x 3 1/2" pin and cotter pins. Align the wheel and hub and tighten the wheel

nuts in a star pattern to 80 Ft. Lbs. IMPORTANT: Check the w heel nuts periodically to ensure
they remain tight.

Secure one end of the Turn Buckle Assembly to the top of the Base Unit Main Frame as shown using one
1” x 3 1/2" pin and cotter pins.

Step 2 – Installing the A-Frame Tongue

Connect each side arm of the A-Frame
Tongue Assembly to the front of the Main
Frame Base Unit using one 1 1/4" x 6” Grade
5 Bolt and 1 1/4" Hex Nut.

Using the 1” x 3 1/2" pin and cotter pins,
secure the top of the A-Frame Assembly by
connecting the clevis end of the turn buckle to
the end of the upper bar as shown.

Slide the Inner Tongue Weldment into the
tongue A-Frame and secure using the 1” x 8”
Tongue Pin. Insert the 1/2" Hose Holder Rod
into the conduit on the front of the Inner
Tongue Weldment and secure using one 3/8”
x 3/4" Grade 5 Bolt.

Step 3 – Connect the Hydraulic Hoses

For soil conditioners equipped without
wheels, connect the hydraulic hoses and light

wing

Secure 1/2” Hose Holder Rod Here

main wiring harness located in the left side
tubing of the A-Frame to the corresponding
hoses/wires located on the Main Frame Base Unit. For more information, refer to the “Light Kit / Wiring
Harness” and “Hydraulic Hose and Fittings” diagrams at the end of the Set-Up Instructions.

WARNING: Before attaching the cylinders to the wing linkage, charge the cylinders with hydraulic
oil to bleed all air out of the system, and then check for any leaks. Failure to do so could cause
erratic, sudden movement of the wings which could damage the equipment and cause serious
injury or death.

Turn Buckle Assembly

Base Unit Main Frame

Wheel Arm Weldment

Base Unit Main Frame

A-Frame Tongue Assembly

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SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

Step 4 – Installing the Base Unit Baskets

Secure the torsion-flex arm of the rolling basket
assembly to the rear tubing member of the Base
Unit Main Frame using two 5/8” x 4” x 5 1/2" U­Bolts and 5/8” Lock Nuts.

Make sure the baskets are symmetrically
placed on the Base Unit Main Frame and
have a 1 1/2” clearance between baskets.

Note: Be sure the basket assemblies with the 3”
x 3” torsion arms are secured to the Base Unit
Main Frame. The rolling basket assemblies for
the side wings have a smaller 2 1/2” x 2 1/2”
torsion arm.

Step 5 – Installing the Jack Stand

Slide the Storage Extension Arm into the square
tubing on the Base Unit Main Frame as shown
and secure using one 1/2" x 4 1/2" Grade 5 Bolt
and 1/2" Lock Nut. Pin the Jack Stand
Assembly to parking position on the extension
arm and lower the jack so the weight of the base
unit is transferred to the jack. Using two 1/4” x
1” Grade 5 Bolts, mount the SMV emblem to the
extension arm as shown. (Note: For soil
conditioners with side wings that are 5’ long or
smaller. If equipped with side wings longer than
5’, secure the SMV emblem to the right Wing
Arm Rest.

Step 6 – Installing the Wings

Align and connect the hinges on the side Wing
Frame to the matching hinge assembly on the
Main Unit Base Frame using two 1 3/4" x 5 1/4"
Grade 5 Bolt with 1 3/4” Lock Nut.

Connect the Pivot Linkage Arm on the base
main frame to the center tab on the folding wing
frame using one 1 3/4" x 4 3/4” Grade 5 Bolts,
one 1 3/4” Washer and one 7/16” x 2 3/4” Roll
Pin.

5/8” x 4” x 5 1/2” U-Bolts

Rolling Baskets with
3” x 3” Torsion Arm

SMV Emblem

Storage Extension Arm

Align and Secure Corresponding Hinge
Components

Jack Stand

Wing Frame

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SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

Step 7 – Installing the Wing Baskets

Secure the torsion-flex arm of the rolling basket
assembly to the rear tubing member of the Wing
Frame using two 5/8” x 4” x 5 1/2" U-Bolts and 5/8”
Lock Nuts.

Make sure the wing baskets are placed according to
the “Basket Sizes and Layout” section of the chart
found on page 5. IMPORTANT: Make sure the

wing baskets closest to the baskets on the Base
Unit baskets have a clearance of 2”. The spacing
between wing baskets should have a clearance
of 1 1/2”.

Note: Be sure the basket assemblies with the 2 1/2”
x 2 1/2” x 2’-0” torsion arms are secured to the side
wings. (The baskets on the base unit main frame should have a larger 3” x 3” torsion arm.)

Repeat for opposite side wing.

Step 8 – Installing the Wing Arm Rests

Attach the Wing Rest Arm to the Wing Frame as shown using four 1/2" x 1 1/2" Grade 5 Bolts and 1/2"
Lock Nuts. One wing rest arm is longer than the other. The longer wing arm should be mounted to the
left side wing and the short wing arm should be mounted to the right wing arm.

Step 9 – Mounting the Light Brackets and Lights

Mount the left and right Light Mounting Bracket to
the back of the Base Unit Main Frame using four
1/4” Self-Tapping Screws. Secure the Amber Light
to the mounting bracket using four 1/4” x 1” Grade 5
Bolts and 1/4” Lock Nuts. Place the Red Lights
approximately 18” from the hinges of the Main Base
Unit and secure to the top of the 4” x 4” tubing using
four self-tapping screws.

Snap the end plugs of each light into the light wiring
harness already located inside the frame of the Main
Frame Base Unit.

Front of
Wing
Frame

2 1/2” Torsion Arm

Amber Light

Red Light

Amber Light

Red Light

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