PRODUCT SET-UP
*Follow product set-up procedures before installing the Ratchet Rake
BUCKET DEPTH
- Short and long connection cables are included which can be used
independently on buckets with shallower depths or rigged together to fit deeper models.
BUCKET DEPTH
:
Up to 24” -
Use short cables only
BUCKET DEPTH: 24” to 28” -
Use long cables only
BUCKET DEPTH: 28” to 32” -
Short and long cables are rigged together as described below:
1.
Long cable is folded in half with both ends attached to the rakes lower connection brackets using a shackle.
2.
One end of the short cable is slid over the fold over the long cable.
3.
The other end of the shorter cable is routed thru the fold of the long cable and pulled until taunt.
4.
The resulting “square knot” will cinch up tight when tension is applied by the ratcheting mechanism.
PICTURES BELOW ILLUSTRATE THE STEPS FOR RIGGING CABLES ON BUCKET DEPTHS OF 28”-32”
1. 2.
3. 4.
BUCKET DEPTH 32”-38”
*Follow same steps listed for bucket depths of 28”-32”
except
the long and short
cable
positions are flip-flopped which will result in a longer cable set.
Safety Precautions
Failure to follow safety precautions could lead to serious injury, or death as well
as damage to equipment.
1. Persons should never walk underneath or in the path of or ride inside a loader bucket
with the Ratchet Rake attached.
2. Cut, frayed or abraded ratchet straps should be replaced with Ratchet Rake LLC
approved products.
3. Straps and cables must be routed around the loader bucket in a straight direct line.
4. Attachment straps and cables included with the Ratchet Rake are only intended for use
with the Ratchet Rake and should not be used for lifting or securing other loads.
5. During installation, persons should never place any body part directly under the loader
bucket or Ratchet Rake.
6. Protective sleeves should always be used to protect straps on the top side of buckets
with sharp edges.
7. The Ratchet Rake should only be installed on loader buckets in good structural condition.
8. A 2 mph speed limit should be observed in soil that could contain large imbedded
rocks or hidden obstructions when using the Ratchet Rake.
9. Avoid using the Ratchet Rake on steep hillsides where machine could overturn.
10. Follow all of your tractor or skid loader manufacturers’ safety warnings.
One Year Limited Warranty
Ratchet Rake LLC warrants our products to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one
year.
Ratchet Rake LLC will either repair or replace (at our
discretion) any damaged or defective rakes or mounting
components for the period of one year from the date of
purchase.
Send damaged or defective parts along with a copy of the
original store receipt to:
Ratchet Rake LLC
405 N. East Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Warranty Limitations:
Upon purchase the buyer assumes all
liability for personal injury and property damage resulting from
the handling, possession or use of the Ratchet Rake by buyer.
Contact us: 888 850-6070 or [email protected]
CUTTING EDGE THICKNESS
The Ratchet Rake accepts cutting
edges up to 7/8” thick. It can be
easily modified to fit over add-on
cutting edges up to 1 3/8” thick by
trimming the connection brackets
with a hacksaw or a reciprocating
saw. Add 1/8” to cutting edge
measurement for easier installation.
PROTECTIVE SLEEVE
Included are protective
sleeves which slide over
and protect the straps
from sharp edges
commonly found on the
top edges of older loader
buckets.
OPERATING THE RATCHET RAKE
FORWARD OPERATION
-The bottom surface of the loader bucket should be orientated paralled with the ground. The operator
lowers the bucket to achieve the desired amount of penetration into soil or vegetation.
BACKWARD OPERATION
-The bottom surface of the loader bucket should be orientated at a 30 degree to 50 degree angle to
the ground which allows both sets of teeth to be utilitzed simultaneously. The operator lowers the bucket to achieve the desired
amount of penetration. This is the most effective bucket position when pulling out rocks or debree from the ground
IN THICK BRUSH
-Limiting passes to 20’-30’ is recommended. Lift and shake out rake after operating forward. Then proceed
backward on the same track with the bucket tilted to aid in gathering up the loosened brush or vegetation
SMALLER MACHINES
-May be more effective taking passes of only one half bucket width in thick brush.
NEW LAWNS
-
To achieve a seedbed with a smooth and powderlike consistency, the top 2”-3” of soil should be dried out.
WEBSITE VIDEO
-We recommend watching the video demonstration at
www.ratchetrake.com
before using our product.
