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Check for ditches, stumps, holes, or other obstacles that could cause the tractor to roll.
Be sure tractor tires and rims are in good condition. Inflate tires to proper air pressure.
All persons should be at least twenty-five feet (25') away during operation. Clear the area of
helpers, bystanders, and especially children.
Do NOT allow anyone to stand between the hitch and implement.
It is recommended that only tractors with wide front axles use the rake. Tricycle front wheel
arrangements are inherently unstable and can cause rollover accidents.
Make sure all safety stickers are installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Check that all equipment is properly installed and securely attached to the tractor.
Operating Instructions
To prevent property damage, watch for and avoid catching the blade on stumps, large rocks, large dirt
piles, and other immovable objects.
If you have any questions regarding the proper operation of this rake, contact your dealer or the
manufacturer.
1. Set the rake on the ground. Rake about twenty feet, or until you can see what adjustment
the rake needs.
2. Adjust the
tractor’s top link and the rear landslide heel to set the rake frame level end-to-end.
3. The frame should also be level when
it’s in the ground for in-furrow operation, depending on
the furrow depth.
Front End Ballast
The front end ballast may be required for stability and steering control when the weight is transferred
to the back tires as the rake is raised. As a general guide: ballast the tractor (less the rake) so that
approximately 1/3 of the tractor weight is on the front tires.
When a mounted rake is raised, the resulting load on the front wheels should be less than 20% of the
tractor’s weight. Add additional ballast as required for stability during operation and transportation.
A heavy load can cause instability when driving a tractor. Make sure the front of the tractor is properly
counterbalanced with weights. The tractor front end ballast may not always maintain the tractor
stability if the tractor is operated on rough terrain at high speeds. In such cases, reduce speed and
exercise caution especially around turns. An unstable tractor could steer badly and possibly tip over,
causing injury or death.
It is essential that everyone involved in the operation, transportation, maintenance, and storage of this
equipment be aware, concerned, prudent, and properly trained in safety.
Select an area for assembly that is clean and free of any debris which might cause anyone
working in the area to trip and fall.