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K-Line Delta V-Rake Series Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DELTA V-RAKE
Includes Rear Steer option
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DELTA V-RAKE Includes Rear Steer option Serial No.
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  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

     Before mounting, check with manufacturer of machine or consult engineer to ensure strength and balance of machine is adequate to accommodate the K-Line products you have purchased.

  • Page 4: Dear Customer

    We would call your attention to the fact that non-genuine parts and accessories are not recommended by K-LINE. The use of such replacement parts frees K-LINE from all liability and makes the warranty void. The installation and/or use of non-genuine parts may, because of technical characteristics of construction, may modify or influence the performance of the machine negatively.

  • Page 5: Tractor Requirements

    Tractor Requirements KILOWATT RANGE RAKE SIZE (reels) 35-45 10-14 45-60 14-18 60-80 18-20 Hydraulic operating pressure Approx. 2500 PSI Standard reel lift only – single spool Optional hydraulic open fold – twin spool Plus optional windrow width adjustment – 3 spools SPECIFICATIONS –...

  • Page 6: Instructions For Safe Operation

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION The machine should not be driven, maintained or repaired by people who are not aware of the contents of this Risk Document. This User’s Manual should be read and understood by all those who use, adjust or control the machine.
  • Page 7 We call your attention to the fact that non genuine parts and accessories are not recommended by K-LINE AGRICULTURE. The use of such replacement parts frees K-LINE AGRICULTURE from all liability and makes the warranty void.
  • Page 8 SAFE WORK PROCEDURES TO SET RAKE IN WORKING POSITION 1. Park tractor (or prime mover) on a safe level site. Engage park brake and stop engine. 2. Disconnect short transport arm and pin into raised position (Figure 3) 3. Remove safety chains from front of wing. (Figure 3) 4.
  • Page 9 TO SET RAKE IN TRANSPORT POSITION 1. Park tractor on safe level site, engage park brake and stop engine. 2. Lift splitter reels and adjust pins to transport position (if manual splitters are fitted). Observe correct manual handling techniques. 3. Raise hay reels to transport position using the hydraulics and insert transport pin.
  • Page 10 HITCHING TO MACHINE N.B. Keep body well clear when attaching tractor to rake at all times. Follow all safety precautions set out on preceding pages. 1. Adjust rake drawbar height to suit tractor 2. Back up machine 3. Place tractor in ‘park’ position 4.
  • Page 11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & SAFETY CHECK Conduct a safety check daily. □ Check wheel stud tension first hour of operation or after changing of wheels. □ Tighten wheel nuts □ Tighten reel tine bolts & reel keeper bolts. □ Ensure all pins (including lynch) & bolts are securely fastened. □...
  • Page 12 SAFETY INSPECTION & LUBE SERVICE Conduct a lube service & safety inspection after first 5hrs of use & each 50 hrs thereafter. □ Rake reels spin freely, reel keeper bolts are tight & rake arms lift freely. □ All pins (including lynch pins) are in place. □...
  • Page 13 CASTOR WHEEL BRAKES To assist in the control of castor wheel shudder, K-Line rakes are fitted with castor brakes using adjustable spring loaded friction pads. To adjust castor wheel brakes: 1. Release spring pressure by turning adjusting nuts (anti-clockwise) until both springs can just move sideways by hand –...
  • Page 14 REEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The reels on all K-Line rakes are sprung to give an even and balanced operating weight. 1. For raking light swaths – Adjust reel height to allow tines to be just above ground level (see Figure 6 for adjustment mechanism).
  • Page 15 WINDROW WIDTH ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove pin to change rake arm position (see Figure 7). 2. Repeat for opposite side. Figure 7 Recommended tyre pressure: MODEL CASTOR WHEELS REAR WHEELS V10 – V12 185/R14 - 0.6KPA (10PSI) 185/R154 - 1.0KPA (17PSI) V14 –...
  • Page 16 TO ACTIVATE REAR WHEEL STEERING (IF APPLICABLE) 1) Move rake to forward position (i.e. straight ahead) 2) Release locking pin from transport position (see Figure 8) 3) Check rear steer hole for alignment (Figure 8). Insert locking pin and tighten. (To align holes, turn front or rear wheels slightly).

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING Castor wheel shudder  Check adjustment of brake as out lined in castor wheel section (page 13)  Check speed. Do not exceed operating speed stated in this manual at any time (page 6) Tines penetrating soil:  Lift reels (refer to Reel Height Adjustment, page 14) Material missed or not picked up when raking: ...
  • Page 18 DECALS SUPPLIED WITH THIS MACHINE TO REORDER FREE CALL 1800 194 131 (Re-order codes below stickers) SL02...

  • Page 19: Risk Management

    RISK MANAGEMENT Risk management is the process of finding out what may cause an injury, deciding what may happen as a result, and doing something about it. The steps of risk management are:  Identify the hazards to workplace health and safety arising from work activities ...
  • Page 20 Ensure all bolts are correctly tensioned and pins are securely fastened. Ensure all personnel are at least 6.0m away from machine. Observe correct manual handling techniques. For repairs and maintenance always  Lower machine to the ground  Use suitable jack stands for the frame support when servicing in raised position NEVER GET UNDER MACHINE WHILST IN RAISED POSITION WITHOUT APPROVED JACK STANDS IN PLACE.
  • Page 21 RISK ASSESSMENT MODEL AT ALL TIMES COMPLY WITH RECOMMENDATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE MANUFACTURER AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AUTHORITY...
  • Page 22 K-LINE AGRICULTURE RISK ASSESSMENT RISK REVISED CODE HAZARDS CONTROL RISK SCORE SCORE Adjusting & cleaning must only be done when machine is Crushing – when adjusting lowered or in transport position and only after all chains and 1(A). and cleaning, as machine bolts have been checked for tightness &...

  • Page 23: Warranty

    WARRANTY K-LINE AGRICULTURE has been known over the last 21 years for supplying an ever expanding range of quality agricultural machinery. K-LINE AGRICULTURE warrants the products it manufactures and distributes to be free of defective materials and workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase, to the first owner.
  • Page 24  Before mounting, check with manufacturer of machine or consult engineer to ensure strength and balance of machine is adequate to accommodate the K-Line products you have purchased.  You must conduct a risk assessment, taking all risks into consideration before commissioning machine for use.
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  • Page 26 DATE OF REPAIR: ________________ HECTARES WORKED: _________ I AGREE: 1. That in accordance with the warranty given by K-LINE AGRICULTURE, I have taken every reasonable precaution as is commonly expected in this industry in the operation of the machine. 2. This claim is not due to negligence, lack of maintenance, routine wear & tear or accidental damage &...
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  • Page 28 DESIGNERS AND MANUFACTURERS OF QUALITY AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY TOLL FREE PHONE NUMBER: 1800 194 131...

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