Section 2: Operating Instructions
MR1572 & HR2572 Retractable Box Scraper 305-083M
11/28/18
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Section 2: Operating Instructions
Operator’s Responsibilities
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Box Scraper. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the Box
Scraper unless they are age 16 or older and have read,
fully understood, and are totally familiar with the
Operator’s Manual. Make sure the operator has paid
particular attention to:
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Important Safety Information
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Section 2: Operating Instructions
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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
Inspections
Before using your Box Scraper, the following inspection
should be performed.
Safety Information
DANGER
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To avoid serious injury or death:
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Make adjustments to the implement after it has been
properly attached to a tractor and secured with solid non-
concrete supports in the up position. Never work around or
under equipment supported by hydraulics. Hydraulics can
drop equipment instantly if controls are actuated or if
hydraulic lines burst even when power to hydraulics is shut
Operating Checklist
Check
Ref.
Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure
it is in good working condition.
Tractor
Manual
Make sure their are no hydraulic leaks on the
unit. See “Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard”.
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Check shank depth. Refer to:
HR25 Shank Adjustments
MR15 Shank Adjustments
Check scraper levelness and pitch.
Refer to “Level & Pitch Adjustment”.
Check cutting blade for wear. Turn blade over
or replace as needed. See “Cutting Blades”.
Check shank tips for wear and tightness.
Replace tips as needed. See “Shank Tips”.
Check scraper for loose bolts and pins.
Refer to “Torque Values Chart”.
Check initially and periodically for loose bolts
and pins. Make sure all hardware is tight and
that worn or damaged hardware is replaced
with properly rated hardware.
Refer to the “Torque Values Chart”.
Parts
Manual
Ensure tractor drawbar, tires, and frame does
not make contact with the scraper.
Refer to “3-Point Hook-up”, step #5.
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Make all 3-point hydraulic adjustments from the tractor
seat. Never make hydraulic adjustments while standing
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Do not allow anyone near the tractor or implement while
operating. Stop operation if bystanders are too close. They
can be hit by flying projectiles, become entangled in the
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Do not alter implement or replace parts on the implement
with other brands. Other brands may not fit properly or
meet OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
specifications. They can weaken the integrity and impair the
safety, function, performance, and life of the implement.
Replace parts only with genuine OEM parts.
WARNING
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To avoid serious injury or death:
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Hydraulic fluid under high pressure can penetrate the skin
and/or eyes causing a serious injury. Wear protective gloves
and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic
systems. Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than
hands when searching for leaks. A doctor familiar with this
type of injury must treat the injury within a few hours or
gangrene may result. DO NOT DELAY.
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Never carry riders on the implement or tractor. Riders can
obstruct the operator’s view, interfere with control of the
equipment, be pinched by moving components, become
entangled in rotating components, be struck by objects, be
thrown or fall from the equipment, etc.
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If not hooked to a tractor, activating the mechanical lever on
the MR15 Box Scraper can cause the scraper to suddenly
rotate and cause harm to the operator and bystanders.
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Allow only persons to operate this implement who have fully
read and comprehended this manual, who have been
properly trained in the safe operation of this implement, and
who are age 16 or older. Serious injury or death can result
from the inability to read, understand, and follow
instructions provided in this manual.
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Do not use implement as a man lift or work platform. It is
not properly designed or guarded for this use.
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Do not use implement to lift objects; to pull objects such as
fence posts, stumps, etc; or to push objects. The unit is not
designed or guarded for these uses.
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Do not use implement to tow other equipment unless it is
designed with a tow hitch. Doing so can result in loss of
control and damage the equipment.
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Always keep your feet and legs out from under the shanks
while adjusting them. It is possible for the shanks to fall
causing injury to your feet and/or legs.
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Make sure safety labels are in their proper location and are
in good condition before operating the attached implement.
Read and obey all instructions on the labels.
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Never work near utilities such as gas lines, electrical lines,
or other hazards that can cause serious injury or death from
electrocution, explosion, or fire.
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Never make contact with underground utilities such as
electrical power lines, gas lines, phone lines, etc. They can
