Section 2: Operating Instructions
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AP-SRF2772, AP-SRF2790, AP-SR2772, & AP-SR2790 Powered Rakes 321-120MK
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Unhook Powered Rake
Figure 2-1
Unhook Powered Rake
Refer to Figure 2-1:
1.
Shut skid steer and Powered Rake down properly.
Refer to Skid Steer Shutdown on page 18.
2.
Disconnect quick release couplings (#3 & #4) from
the skid steer. Coil hydraulic hoses (#8 & #9) and
store them on the rake in a location where they will
not become pinched or damaged while unhooking
and hooking-up to the rake.
3.
SR27 Series Only:
Unhook wire harness (#11) from
the skid steer. Coil wire harness and store it on the
rake in a location where it will not become pinched or
damaged while unhooking and hooking-up to the
rake.
4.
Pull skid steer hitch lock handle(s) to remove pins
from bottom slots in the rake hitch plate.
5.
Return to the skid steer and raise rake off the ground
approximately 6".
6.
Rotate top of
skid steer universal quick attach hitch
forward 5-10 degrees and begin lowering rake down
until front of rake is touching the ground.
7.
Continue to slowly lower rake until the top angle bars
and
skid steer universal quick attach hitch have
separated.
8.
Carefully back skid steer away from the rake
making
sure the skid steer hitch plate is free from the rake
hitch plate.
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Top Angle Bars
Bottom Slots
Operating Instructions
First completely familiarize yourself with the Operator’s
Manual. Then complete the Operator’s checklist,
properly attach the Powered Rake to your skid steer, and
make the initial depth setting, level settings, and roller
angle adjustments. If attachment is to be operated in
reverse, make sure visibility to the rear of the power unit
is appropriate for the attachment. Backup camera or
mirror is recommended. Maintain cleanliness of lens or
mirror.
After completing the above, you will need to perform
operational safety checks. Choose a work site and make
any final adjustments before using your Kubota Powered
Rake.
Running Operational Safety Check
It’s now time for a running operational safety check. Make
certain that the loader’s park brake is engaged, auxiliary
hydraulics are disengaged, and the Powered Rake is
resting on the ground. Start the loader and back off
engine rpm to approximately one-quarter throttle. Using
the hydraulic lift control, lift the Powered Rake about 10"
off the ground and then engage auxiliary hydraulics.
Increase throttle speed if everything is running smoothly
until you have reached full operating speed. Never
engage the auxiliary hydraulics at full engine rpm.
Damage to the rake could occur.
Transport to Work Site
To make final adjustments, choose a work site that is dry
and allows you to make at least a 50 ft. straight run. Raise
Powered Rake 10" off the ground, disengage auxiliary
hydraulics, release park brake, and travel to your starting
point. Travel speed should be 3-5 mph and rake height
should be positioned for best road view.
Side Plates
Side plates are utilized to create a box blade effect when
filling in low spots and depressions. This is usually done
with the rake angle set at 0 degrees. When raking at an
angle, return side plates to their storage location to
prevent excessive side loading forces on the plates.
Lock or Unlock Parallel Arms (Optional)
If your have the optional Angle/Float Hitch, unlock
parallel arms to permit them to float and allow the roller,
with the aid of the caster gauge wheels, to follow the
contour of the ground. Lock parallel arms to be able to
apply down pressure on the roller when needed.
