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TO THE OWNER: Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and become acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable Safety is a primary concern in the design and ROPS systems in “locked up” position at all times. manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped ...
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point (Safety Rules continued from previous page) hitch and all raised components to the ground, Do not stop, start, or change directions sud- operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pres- denly on slopes.
SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Safety 7 MAN1047 (Rev. 4/15/2014)
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Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.
OPERATION The operator is responsible for the safe operation of 3. Connect tractor top link by inserting tractor clevis this equipment. Operators must be instructed in and be pin into top hitch point on rear blade frame capable of the safe operation of the equipment, its assembly and secure (Figure 1).
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When using the rake tool, you may need to adjust the tail wheels after adjusting pitch to maintain the desired working depth. Position 3-point lift arm sway blocks or tighten sway chains to eliminate side sway. Install side braces if nec- essary.
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Backfilling Parking Stand Placement (Optional) Reverse blade for backfilling ditches or trenches (see Assembly Reversing). 1. Assemble parking stand holder (1) toward center of The rake may also be used in light backfilling applica- frame assembly using 3/8 hex head cap screw (3), tions.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST (Owner’s Responsibility Before Each Use) ___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety decal instructions on pages 5 through 8. ___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged. ___ Check that all hardware is properly installed and secured.
MAINTENANCE The information in this section is written for operators REPLACING BLADE CUTTING EDGE who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help, your dealer has trained service technicians available. Remove Cutting Edge For your protection, read and follow all safety informa- 1.
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Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged ● parts. ● Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of Rake tine missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of Rake tine beam matching color (purchase from your Woods Tine clamp channel dealer). Carriage bolt Replace any safety decals that are missing or not ●...
Blade and Rake Assembly Assembly of this Rear Blade/Landscape Rake is the Blade and Rake Assembly (Standard) responsibility of the WOODS dealer. It should be deliv- 1. Assemble frame assembly onto threaded stud on ered to the owner completely assembled, lubricated moldboard or tine beam assembly and secure with and adjusted for normal cutting conditions.
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Blade Assembly (Premium) Install hitch pin (16) through hole in frame and into desired hole in pivot assembly. 1. Remove clamp channel (4) from pivot assembly 4. Assemble left and right mast plates (8 & 9) to frame (3). Insert clamp channel into main channel on assembly (1) using 1/2 NC x 3-1/2 hex cap screws back of moldboard (2).
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Tail Wheel Installation (Optional) (Landscape Rake Only) 1. Remove landscape rake from tractor 3-point lift arms if attached. 2. Roll landscape rake over with tines pointing upward. 3. Place jack stands or suitable blocking device under tine beam to raise tine beam approximately 8 to 10 inches.
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Quick Hitch Bushing Kit (Optional) Parking Stand (Optional Assembly 1. Assemble parking stand holder (1) toward center of frame assembly using 3/8 NC hex cap screw (3), 3/8 flat washers (4) and secure with 3/8 NC hex nut (5). Do not allow parking stand holder to cover any portion of safety decal.
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Category 0 / 1 Hitch Pin Kit (Optional) Assemble one end plate (2) to each end of blade using two carriage bolts (3) and flange lock nuts (4) on each 1. Remove existing hitch pins. end plate. 2. Place hitch pin (1) through rear blade assembly. Skid Shoe Kit (Optional) 3.
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Skid Shoe Kit (Optional) Remove plow bolts from each end of cutting edge. Attach right and left skid shoe brackets (3 & 4) to rear of moldboard with plow bolts (8), washers (9), and lock nuts (10) supplied in kit. Top of skid shoe brackets should angle slightly toward edge of blade.
DEALER CHECK LISTS PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST DELIVERY CHECK LIST Inspect the equipment thoroughly after assembly to ___ Show customer how to make adjustments. ensure it is set up properly before delivering it to the ___ Instruct customer how to lubricate and explain customer.
BOLT TORQUE CHART Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for metric hardware. Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly.
The limited warranty covers any defects in the material and/or workmanship. Following the proper, recommended installation by an authorized Woods Dealer and normal use of a Woods mounting and backhoe or loader, if a tractor incurs damage resulting from the attachment, Woods will cover the existing tractor warranty in the event the manufacturer voids its tractor warranty because of the attachment.
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Woods logo are trademarks of Woods Equipment Company. All other trademarks, trade names, or service marks not owned by Woods Equipment Company that appear in this manual are the property of their respective companies or mark holders. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Woods logo are trademarks of Woods Equipment Company. All other trademarks, trade names, or service marks not owned by Woods Equipment Company that appear in this manual are the property of their respec- tive companies or mark holders. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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