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SaMASZ Sp. z o.o. tel. (+48) (85) 664 70 31 ul. Trawiasta 1 fax (+48) (85) 664 70 41 16-060 Zabłudów e-mail: samasz@samasz.pl Polska www.samasz.pl OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES DUO 680 DUO 740 IN306USA003 Serial number The original operator’s manual 05.05.2020...
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Well-proven design with thousands of machines in regular use in many countries and quality materials ensure high durability and reliability of SaMASZ rakes We congratulate you on the purchase of your new SaMASZ rake and wish you much pleasure and the very best work results through the years to come...
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES 1. IDENTIFYING THE MACHINE Data plate, VIN and approval plate are mounted to the rake’s main frame in the place shown in Fig. 1. *SU0DUX740K0050148* SaMASZ sp. z o.o. e32*167 / 2013*xxxxx*xx SU0DUX740K0050148 2200 kg A-0: 350 kg...
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA 3. DESIGNATION In-line rake DUO is designed to rake up green forage, dried forage and hay. Rake can only be used by personnel, who learned the machine’s technical specification, dangers which go together with its operation and ways to avoid them.
PTO shaft lubrication frequency must be respected. Points shown on Fig. 3 shall be lubricated every 50 hours. PTO shaft should also be lubricated prior to and after longer idle period. PTO shafts of other brands with equivalent technical parameters may be used on the SaMASZ permission.
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA 4. SAFETY ADVICE AND WARNING The following precautions are for your safety. They must be read carefully and followed by every person who operates or maintains the machine. Failure to follow these safety precautions could result in serious injury or death to the operator, maintenance person or bystanders and property damage to the machine and surrounding property.
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In the event of an accident involving this rake in a field or on a road, follow all applicable first aid ❑ procedures and contact SaMASZ technical service. Rake should be kept clean, so as to avoid danger of fire.
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA When used in storm, the machine is exposed to lightning. ❑ When taking turns pay particular attention and consider weight and dimensions of the machine. ❑ 4.2. Qualifications of operator To provide safe machine operation each person being the machine operator must meet the following requirements: Operator should hold driving license, have ability to drive vehicles safely and know road traffic rules.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES When driving on the road after work, check to make sure that the tires and soil working tools are ❑ clean to prevent the road surface from becoming dirty. Make sure that the machine is not damaged during transport. ❑...
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Tab. 3. Location of centre of gravity Machine type Dimension [mm] DUO 680 DUO 740 14' 9" 17' 1" 2' 5" 2' 2" 4.5. Operating parts Prior to operating the rakes check the rotor and the tine condition.
4.9. Residual risk Despite the fact that SaMASZ, the manufacturer of the rake, has taken great care in the design and manufacturing of the rake, certain risks during rake operation and maintenance are unavoidable. A major source of risk that could result in serious injury or death can occur during the performance of these operations.
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DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA do not wear clothes or jewelry that are too loose or too tight. Too loose clothing or jewelry may be ❑ pulled in by the rotating parts of the rake, the rake should not be operated by children or by handicapped people, ❑...
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES N-50 N-55 N-117 N-167 Do not get under the rake Avoid fluid escaping Do not remain on the under pressure machine while driving N-168 N-183 N-52 N-100 Do not touch the machine Caution! Danger of leg Use protective gloves Use protective glasses before the rotating parts...
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DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA N-136 N-124 N-197 Raking height adjustment N-144 N-145 Description of hydraulic hoses Regulation of the speed of hydraulic cylinders lifting front frame N-146 Regulation of the speed of hydraulic cylinders lifting rear frame...
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES N-01; N-49 N-03; N-04; N-06; N-07; N-117; N-167; N-168; N-183 N-41; N-42 N-144; N-145 N-50; N-100 N-146 N-156; N-157 N-101; N-102 N-15; N-52 N-103; N-104 N-136 N-162 Fig. 6. Warning decals placed on the machine 5. OPERATION WARNING: Before beginning to use this machine, do the following: Read manual, especially safety precautions in section 4.
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DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Fig. 7. Mounting rake As the rake is mounted on the tractor, examine the longitudinal balance and steerability of the tractor-rake aggregate. To do this, calculate to formulas given in the appendix or weigh the set, and then drive on the scales only with front axis of the tractor.
In-line rake DUO 680 can be quickly moved to transport position and thus the transport width of 9' 10" is obtained. With raking arms dismounted and protective curtains folded it is possible to reduce it to 7' 10".
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Lift rear swath guard up (Fig. 11), ❑ (DUO 680) manually lift the swath screen up until locked in vertical position by pneumatic cylinders, ❑ (DUO 740) select appropriate option on control panel ARDUO by pushing button until signalled by ❑...
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES Cotter Transport holder of front swath guard Fig. 12. Transport position of front rotor's guard (DUO 740) lock rotation of front rotor gear by means of locking assembly located by front star ❑ according to instructions on Fig. 13 with priorly folded front guard (Fig. 14). Dismount extreme- most arms in accordance with Fig.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Fig. 15. Location of shut-off valve DUO 680 In the above case rake DUO 680 transport width is 9' 10" (Fig. 16) and rake DUO 740 — 8' 10" (Fig. 17). Fig. 16. Transport dimensions DUO 680...
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES Fig. 17. Transport dimensions DUO 740 5.3. Transport width rake If the operator needs smaller transport width, e.g. for putting the machine in a room or for driving a narrow access road, reducing transport width down to 2.4 m is possible, and the following should be performed: Unlock, dismount, put the tine protections and place raking arms in transport holder (Fig.
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DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Fig. 19. Transport position of front rotor's guard DUO 680 (DUO 740) Lift until rear rotor's guard is locked (Fig. 20). ❑ Fig. 20. Transport position of front rotor's guard On below figure Fig. 21 DUO Rake's dimensions are provided with raking arms dismounted and safety guards installed.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES Fig. 21. Transport position of front rotor's guard DUO 680 (DUO 740) NOTE: The raking tines covers should be put on during transport! Fig. 22. Rake in transport position 5.4. Preparing the rake for transport on public roads WARNING: Legal requirements for transport on public roads may differ from state to state.
5.5. Preparing rake for transportation on a large truck In order to reduce its length when transported on a large truck it is possible for DUO 680 Rake to dismount both front and rear rotor. Intermediate...
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES Ground following locking cylinder of rear rotor Support Fig. 24. Supporting rear section of linkage in order to avoid breaking ground following mechanism of rear rotor store both rake's segments on truck as needed, ❑ secure both segments against shifting when transported. ❑...
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DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA NOTE: If need be, shorten the PTO shaft according to corresponding operator's manual given by the shaft’s manufacturer (Fig. 26). Fig. 26. Instruction of PTO shaft shortening CAUTION: Handle all parts with utmost care. Never place your hands or fingers between one part and the other.
❑ 5.8. Preparing the rake for operation NOTICE: Before sale SaMASZ protects the cylinders with special grease against weather which may cause premature wear. Before operating the rake, remove the excess grease from the cylinders. On operation site: turn off the tractor's engine and remove the key, ❑...
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DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA adjust height of ground following wheels in order to set gear to operating position, ❑ NOTE: Only adjust the raking height when carts are lifted. Down Fig. 27. Cart adjustment clearance down ~3.5" ~90 mm down ~0"...
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES 5.8.1. Single windrow option lower rear swath screen by pulling it downwards, ❑ if need be, set distance between the rear guard and rear rotor depending on forage quantity, ❑ Fig. 29. Position of rear rotor in operating position with single windrow option dismount double-action cylinder of rear rotor, so that rotor is turned leftwards, ❑...
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Fig. 31. Setting front tiller for operation 5.9. Raking width adjustment DUO in-line rake has smooth adjustment of raking width ranging from 11' 2" (12' 10" DUO 740) up to 22' 4" (24' 3" DUO 740) by means of a double-side cylinder for adjusting the position of the rake's rear working assembly.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES Fig. 33. Ground following length-wise WARNING: When operating the machine do not try to overcome short and steep uneven grounds, otherwise it may be damaged. Application of 4-wheeled carts with wide tires as standard enables reducing rake's pressure onto the ground, which is particularly important on unsolid ground, e.g.
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DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Fig. 35. Risk of falling due to momentum M when taking a tight turn with lifted rotors NOTE: To avoid a potential falling of the machine reduce its lifting height on tight turns or increase turning radius.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES Fig. 36. Risk of machine falling caused by momentum M when operating on slope 5.12. Removing clogging and jams When operating the mower pay attention to variable conditions on field, which may influence the mower clogging and jams, such as: terrain unevenness, height and density of grass as well as other objects in the grass (stones, branches, piles of soil).
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Dismount the telescopic articulated shaft and place it on the shaft holder, which is delivered as ❑ standard with the machine. PTO shaft and power input ends should be protected with guards, Detach the machine from the tractor, ❑...
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES WARNING: - Use only tines recommended by the manufacturer. - Check condition of tines and holders before each operation. Worn or damaged tines should be replaced immediately. 6.2. Setting rotor lifting sequence DUO in-line rake's rotors can be adjusted for proper lifting sequence. This is performed with adjustable chokes located on the rake's linkage.
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Choke 4 Used to control the front lifted drawbar speed. Winding down results in reducing the drawbar lifting and lowering speed. Winding up results in increasing the speed. The most optimum setting of chokes should firstly result in parallel lifting of front rotor which is particularly important at field's edge and causes the front rotor to stop operating earlier.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES 7. MAINTENANCE NOTE! Before any maintenance works detach the machine from the tractor. 7.1. Daily maintenance Upon daily completion of operation the following should be performed: inspect all visible external parts and assemblies with their connection; all loosen screws shall be ❑...
Refill the oil level until it is visible in the check opening B, ❑ Close fuel cap A. ❑ Fig. 41. Gear lubrication points Tab. 5. Oil capacity Model Oil capacity Oil type DUO 680 1.4 Gal US-Liquid for each one SAE80W/90 API GL-4 DUO 740 2.2 Gal US-Liquid for each one...
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES Lubricate bearings (C and D) once per 50 hours of gear operation with ŁT43 (Fig. 42) (or other equivalent designed for lubricating bearings in temp. between -30 C and + 130 Fig. 42. Lubricating points of gear 8.2.
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA 8.3. Risks when lubricating the machine To avoid being splashed with pressurized liquid wear protective eyewear with side guards. ❑ When lubricating protect eyes and skin against contact with the substance. Therefore use adequate ❑ protective wear with long sleeves and protective shoes.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES 9. DEFECTS AND THEIR REPAIRS Tab. 6. Defects and their repairs Defect Reason Repair Damaged or dirty components of Replace or clean connecting The rake does not lift/lower hydraulics components of the hydraulics hydraulically Closed safety valve on the Open the valve hydraulic unit supply Replace oil in hydraulic unit of the...
Faults or damages should be submitted personally, on letter or by telephone. Repairs shall be ❑ carried out within 14 days. Any repair which is subject to warranty should be carried out by an authorized SaMASZ dealer. Warranty claims regarding replacing of the product or repayment are considered within 14 days by ❑...
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES e) setting raking tines lower than 0.4" above the ground, f) too low raking and using rpm higher than 350 rpm which may cause: - damage of the gearbox, - bending of working arms, g) random events or others for which the warrantor is not responsible, h) driving tractor with aggregated rake through deep ditches, i) bending or breaking transmission connecting rod, j) using PTO shaft featuring parameters other than provided by the shaft's manufacturer, or length...
DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA 12.2. Warranty repairs record Repairs scope and spare parts replaced: Date, stamp and signature of repair shop. Date, stamp and signature of repair shop. Date, stamp and signature of repair shop.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKES APPENDIX CALCULATING AXIS LOAD ATTENTION! When mounting the machine on a tractor using front and/or rear 3-point linkage, a maximum value of permissible load cannot be exceeded – tractor's front axis load must be 20% of the tractor's overall weight. Before using the tractor-machine assembly, check whether these conditions are met, while calculating and weighing the assembly.
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DOUBLE-ROTOR RAKE OPERATOR’S MANUAL DWUKARUZELOWA Calculating minimum weight of front ballast M – machine mounted at tractor's rear or at rear ❑ P min. and front: × ( + ) − × + 0,2 × × ...
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