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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 assem-
bly and with the attachment down turn sharp
corners in both directions to ensure rake is not
contacting the tires.
HOW TO RAKE A SAND TRAP
HOW TO RAKE A SAND TRAP
View bunker to determine the
most efficient pattern to fol
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low 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.
Adjustment Screws
Spring Loaded
Locking
Mechanism
