Tar River Implements RR-248, Operator'S Manual

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Rotary Rake RR - 248
Attachment to tractor
Before attachment:
The machine should be attached to the standard tractor three point linkages.
If the machine can not be lowered enough, lift rod of lower link are should be moved to the forward hole.
Attaching to a tractor 3 point
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Start the tractor and reverse the tractor until the end of the tractor ’ s lower links line up with the left and
right lower link pins of the machine. Stop the
tractor, turn off engine, remove key and apply
parking brake.
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Connect the left lower link, then insert the
locking pin into the lower link pin to secure the
machine to the tractor. Repeat for the right side.
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Connect the top link by inserting pin, then insert
the locking pin into the top link pin to secure the
machine to the tractor.
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Adjust the left and right lower link so they are
the same height with the adjustment screw
located on the right lift rod of the tractor.
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The center of driveline should be located close
to the center of the tractor by setting the check
chain to prevent the machine from moving horizontally.
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Pull up the stand and fasten it by the delta pin.
Assembly
Attaching to tractor
Warning: Never allow bystanders between the tractor and the machine when
moving the tractor to attach or detach the machine. Serious injury of death is
possible. Never allow anyone between the tractor and the machine.
Caution: Do not attach or detach the machine to the tractor on an incline or
soft/unstable ground. This could result in an unforeseeable accident due to
unexpected movement of the tractor or the machine.
Attaching or detaching the machine should always be performed on level,
solid ground.
A counter - weight may be required for lighter tractors to prevent unstable
handling of the tractor.
Top link
Top link bracket
Lower link RH
Lower link LH
Lift rod
Caution: Some tractors have an automatic 3 point quick rising mechanism by
an electrical switch. Make sure the tractor and the machine do not interfere
by manual operation and limit height of lower link to have enough space be-
tween the tractor and the machine.