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HOW TO RAKE A SAND TRAP
HOW TO RAKE A SAND TRAP
View bunker to determine the most efficient pattern to follow so that rake pattern and configuration of bunker will flow in
same general direction and look attractive.
Enter bunker at its lowest point. Perhaps drain area or another point where “lip” of the trap is minimal.
Operate at 2-4 m.p.h. (3-6.5 kph) for best raking results. Control speed with hydraulic pedal.
Once fully inside bunker, lower rear rake and proceed forward as described above.
First pass should be directly down center of
trap. This helps avoid extremely sharp turns
that will spoil sands’ appearance. Once at far
end, turn machine and drive down one side of
trap and come back up other side.
Grass or other material may build up on rake
tines as machine passes “enter/exit” point in
Figure 1. Lift rake briefly while still moving
forward.
Do not rake closer than 6" (15 cm) to edge of trap.
Do not rake slopes in trap. The weight of machine will pull sand down.
Use cultivator or other center mounted accessories only as necessary for compacted sand. Frequent use will leave sand
too soft and objectionable to some golfers.
Use front mounted plow to push sand to desired locations within trap.
After exiting trap, secure machines in accordance with practices described in this manual. Rake trap edges, slopes and
“enter /exit” area with a hand rake.
After returning to maintenance area, thoroughly clean machine, check fluids, and lubricate as advised in this manual.
QUICK HITCH
Bunker Rakes are fitted with a Quick Hitch Accessory Mount System. On each mount is a spring loaded locking
mechanism and a lock pin. Remove the lock pin and push down on the spring loaded locking mechanism and your
rear attachment will pull off, so you can easily switch out attachments. The lock pin acts as a safety device to keep
lock pin from opening up when crossing rough terrain.
There are also adjustment screws on the Quick Hitch Accessory Mount System that may need to be adjusted for
certain rear attachments. These allow the rear attachment to move from side to side without touching the rear
wheels. Please see instructions on each individual attachment that you purchase.
Run machine and test for operation of the rear attachment by raising and lowering the assembly and with the
attachment down turn sharp corners in both directions to
ensure rake is not contacting the tires.
Adjustment Screws
Spring Loaded
Locking Mechanism
Summary of Contents for 45-001C
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