162'' / 4115 mm
4.5. Operating parts
Prior to operating the rake check condition of both the rotor and raking tines.
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Worn or damaged tines should be replaced immediately with new ones.
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CAUTION!
When replacing working parts, always use protective gloves.
4.6. Telescopic articulated shaft
Prior to operating learn provisions found in the shaft manufacturer's manual placed on the shaft.
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Use only PTO shafts recommended by rake's manufacturer.
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Pay particular attention to PTO shaft's guards and rake's and tractor's spline shaft guards. Never
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work with damaged guards.
In order to operate safely use only fully technically fit, undamaged PTO shafts. Damaged PTO shaft
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shall be repaired or replaced with new one.
Before operation, check all guards (in tractor, machine and the shaft), if they are in place and are
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functional. Any worn or damaged guard must be replaced. Damaged or missing guard of drive shaft
may cause serious accident and even death.
Possible inclination of the shaft depends on shape and size of the guard. Before operation check if
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guards in any position are not damaged or locked.
The shaft should be disconnected from the machine if steering angle is too much.
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Before any operation make sure whether PTO rpm have proper rotational direction.
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4.7. Hydraulic assembly
CAUTION! Hydraulic assembly is under pressure! Hydraulic oil under pressure may permeate
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through skin and cause serious injury, therefore skin and eyes should be protected in particular. In
case of injuries caused by liquid under pressure, call a doctor immediately.
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TANGO 730
Fig. 4. Location of centre of gravity
TWO-ROTOR ROTARY RAKE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL