Glenmac Harley Pro 6, Operator'S Manual

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15 PN-P970620 (03/2005)
Operating Depth
When power raking, the depth will determine how
much dirt is carried ahead of the rollers. The ideal
depth will vary with conditions and can be anywhere
from skimming the surface to about 3 inches deep.
See instructions in “Power Rollers” pg. 14, to set roller
depth.
When making the first windrow, the level of dirt may
be halfway up on the top roller. When moving the
windrow two or three times, the level of the dirt may
be to the top of the top roller. However, try to prevent
material from flowing over the top.
The power rake allows fast raking of large areas of
ground by being able to move windrows several times.
Of course, the volume or density of the material being
raked will dictate how many times a windrow can be
moved.
Soil can be removed from the windrow by moving it
back and forth a few times onto the clean area. If dirt
clods are a problem, running the tractor tire over the
windrow and then moving it a final time will help to
break up and cut down on dirt clods.
Operator Production
Successful operation of the power rake will come with
operator experience. The rake’s performance also
depends on the type and size of the tractor it’s mounted
on.
An operator that masters the technique of adjusting
the angle of attack of the roller against the soil will
also find ideal settings under various conditions to give
the desired results.
IMPORTANT
•
Do not drop power rake to the ground with the
roller turning. Sudden high-speed jolts
multiply stress to the driveline and can cause
extreme damage.
Shutting Down
Stop equipment.
Lower the lift arms and power rake to the ground.
Purge any air in the system. Hydraulic system leak-
down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures,
or movement of control levers can cause equipment to
drop or rotate unexpectedly.
Shut off engine, set brake, remove key, and remove
seat belt before leaving the tractor operator’s seat.
WARNING
•
Do not disconnect hydraulic lines until all
system pressure is relieved. Lower unit to
ground, stop engine, and operate all hydraulic
control levers.
REMOVING POWER RAKE FROM TRACTOR
WARNING
•
Do not allow other people in the area when
operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or
servicing equipment.
Lower jackstand to “storage” position.
On a hard level surface, lower attachment to the ground.
Shut off engine, set brake, remove key, and remove
seat belt before leaving the tractor operator’s seat.
WARNING
•
Do not disconnect hydraulic lines until all
system pressure is relieved. Lower unit to
ground, stop engine, and operate all hydraulic
control levers.
Disconnect driveline from tractor PTO shaft and
support with storage chain.
Disconnect 3-point upper and lower links from power
rake.
Disconnect hydraulic hoses from quick couplers.
Install dust plugs for storage.
Move to tractor seat and start engine. Release brake
and drive tractor forward until it is disengaged from
the attachment. The attachment should rest in a stable
position for storage.
OPERATION