Unverferth Rolling Harrow II, Operator'S Manual/Parts Catalog

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Read this operation section thoroughly. Ac-
quaint yourself with the adjustments required
to obtain efficient and trouble-free operations.
PREPARING TRACTOR
Before operating implement refer to tractor
operator's manual for information concerning
safe methods of operation, hydraulics, hitch
adjustment, tire inflation, wheel adjustments,
and tractor weights.
Check tractor brakes and warning lights. Make
sure they are in proper working order.
Check tractor hydraulic oil reservoir and add
oil if needed.
CAUTION! MAKE SURE PTO GUARD
AND MASTER SHIELD ARE BOTH IN-
STALLED ON THE TRACTOR.
Adjust the tractor drawbar vertically so the top
side of the bar is approximately 17 inches from
the ground, and lock on centerline of tractor.
Secure the tractor 3-Point linkage so that it
does not swing into the tractor tires or onto
the hoses.
FRONT-END WEIGHTS
Use front-end weights as needed to provide
effective steering control and front-end stabil-
ity. See your tractor operator's manual for
recommendations on ballasting procedures.
NOTE: In adverse field conditions which ne-
cessitate using lower gears, use the maxi-
mum front-end weights permissible to avoid
possible front-end tip-up.
PREPARING PRIMARY TILLAGE TOOL
Refer to the units "Operator's Manual" for speci-
fications, set-up, service, and operating proce-
dures of this unit.
IMPORTANT: Before attempting to attach the
unit to the tractor, familiarize yourself with
operations and adjustments of the unit. To
insure safe operation conditions, obey all
"Safety" and "Cautions" outlined in the units
operator's manual.
ATTACHING PRIMARY TILLAGE TOOL TO TRACTOR
WARNING! DO NOT STAND BETWEEN
TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT DURING HITCH.
Attach the unit to the tractor as specified in
the units operator's manual. Use the appropri-
ate size hitch pin, and lock in place. Connect
hydraulic hoses to tractor and raise unit into
transport position (see caution).
CAUTION! SHUT-OFF TRACTOR ENGINE,
AND WORK CONTROL LEVERS BACK
AND FORTH TO RELIEVE SYSTEM OF PRESSURE.
ESCAPING HYDRAULIC FLUID UNDER PRESSURE
CAN CAUSE BODILY INJURY.
IMPORTANT: Be sure units hydraulic system
has been purged of air and is in proper work-
ing order before unit is raised for transport.
Refer to the units operator's manual for hy-
draulic operation and hook-up. Raise unit into
transport position and install all hydraulic cyl-
inder transport locks.
NOTE: Refer to the units operator's manual
for procedures on installation of transport locks.
IMPORTANT: Know and understand safety rules
before operating or servicing this machine.
Review "Safety" section in this manual if nec-
essary.
SECTION I - OPERATIONS