INSTRUCTIONS
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
AND PREPARATION
The DCR, MCR, and LRHD Series Landscape Rakes will fit most Category I) tractors equipped with a standard 3 point hitch. DCR Series rakes will also fit Category 0 hitch tractors.
PACKAGING
The landscape rake is shipped as two bundles:
1.Main Frame with pull pins, bolts and nuts.
2.Rake Tine Bar Assembly (Teeth installed).
NOTE: Some Category 0 tractors have very short lift arms or 5/8” diameter (Cat. 0) lift arm ball ends. The DCR Series rakes will fit these tractors if equipped with special Cat. 0 pullpins. The pins need to be installed to the inside of the 3 pt. frame.
Check the tractor’s 3 point hydraulic lift system. It should operate up and down smoothly and hold its position when set. Refer to your tractor owner’s manual or dealer for any adjustments necessary to put the 3 point hydraulic lift system in good working order. (I&T shop manuals will list most specifications and adjustment instructions – available from most farm equipment dealers.)
Tractor should be equipped with stabilizer bars, adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks to keep the imple- ment from swinging side to side.
Smaller size tractors may need front counter weights to
WARNING!
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS systems in “locked up” position at all times.
CAUTION!
Be sure your tractor and loader is in good condi- tion. Read all the safety precautions and make sure all equipment operators are familiar with the safety rules of operation.
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this equipment. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the tractor and attach- ment, and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety rules and safety signs on pages
ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING
Preview the assembly instructions and the exploded view of the landscape rake in your operator’s manual and become familiar as to how the parts or assemblies go together.
Select an area for assembly that is clean and free from debris.
The two main subassemblies of the landscape rake are heavy and awkward to handle. It is recommended that you have one or two helpers to complete the assembly.
1.On DCR and MCR models, assemble the “A” frame as shown in the exploded parts view (pg. 12 or pg. 13).
2.It is suggested that you mount the main frame on the 3 point hitch of your tractor before assembling the landscape rake as follows:
a.Lower the 3 point hitch on your tractor to facilitate mounting of the main frame of the rake to the tractor.
b.Insert the lift arm pins on the main frame into the ball sockets in the lift arms of the tractor 3 point hitch. Pin in place with linchpins (not furnished).
NOTE: On DCR models – if your tractor has a Category 0 3 point hitch (20” drawbar spacing), then the lift arm pins must be installed to the inside of the frame. If the tractor has a Category I 3 point hitch (26” drawbar spacing), then the pull pins must be installed on the outside of the frame.
c.Attach the mast of the main frame to the tractor by installing the tractor center (or top) link with a top link pin (not furnished).
NOTE: Use stabilizer bars, adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks on your tractor lift arms to keep the land- scape rake from swinging side to side. An
3.Install the rake tine bar assembly to the mounting frame and retain with 1” bolt, flat washer and locknut. The locknut should be just loose enough for the rake assembly to pivot.
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