Blue Diamond Power Rake Heavy Duty 2 Series Operation And Maintenance Manual

Blue Diamond Power Rake Heavy Duty 2 Series Operation And Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 1 Power Rake Heavy Duty Series 2 Operation and Maintenance Manual Register your WARRANTY within 30 days of purchase 888-376-7027 | BlueDiamondAttachments.com...
  • Page 2 Serial Number: _____________________________ Blue Diamond is continually working to improve its Dealer Name: ______________________________ products. Blue Diamond reserves the right to make any Dealer Number: _____________________________ improvements or changes as deemed practical and pos- Date of Purchase: ___________________________...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    11.1 Side Shield Options .............. 44 4.9 Cleaning the Attachment ............ 27 11.2 Gauge Wheel Options with Arm ........45 4.10 Storage and Return to Service.......... 28 11.3 Material Bar Options ............46 5. Troubleshooting ................29 12. Warranty ..................49 Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1.1 Attachment Identification Chain Case Attachment Hydraulic Motor Mounting Frame Manual Storage Side Shields Skid Plates Rotor Teeth Material Bar Material Bar Guage Wheels Rubber Shield Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 5: Attachment Specifications

    1. Introduction 1.2 Safety Decals ITEM DESCRIPTION Warning, High Pressure Fluid Hazard Grease all Fittings Every 8 Hours Must Read Operator Manual WARNING Replace any worn, torn, or missing safety decals before operating! Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 6: Safety

    IMPORTANT The signal word IMPORTANT identifies procedures which must be followed to avoid damage to the machine. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 7: Importance Of Safety

    • The equipment must be used ONLY on approved machines. • Modification without approval by an authorized Blue Diamond® representative will void the warranty. • DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the equipment while the machine is running.
  • Page 8 Tighten or replace any parts that show leakage. • Always clean fluid spills. Do not use gasoline or diesel fuel for cleaning parts. Use commercial nonflammable solvents. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 9: Operation

    Check the rotor and rotor teeth for wear or damage. • Check all welds on the attachment for wear and damage each time the attachment is removed from the machine. • Check for damaged or missing safety decals. Replace if necessary. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 10: Attachment Inspection

    SEE MACHINE’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR bends, or damage. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. • Check and adjust hitch to frame pivot point as needed. As wear occurs, the nut may need to be tightened to compensate for wear. Do not overtighten. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 11: Attachment Installation

    Place all controls in neutral, engage the park top flange of the attachment mounting plate. brake, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Leave the operator’s position. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 12 Connect the attachment hydraulic hoses to the machine’s mounting plate. the machine. Pull on each hose to verify full connection is made. Drive the machine slowly backward, away from the attachment. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 13: Skid Steer Requirements

    1”. This distance is measured from the clutch plate to end of spring [Figure 2]. WARNING Compressing the springs beyond these lengths will cause damage to the clutch and drive line. Figure 2 Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 14 If the clutch is too loose it will slip, wearing out the friction discs, getting hot and possibly dam- aging the clutch pressure surfaces as well. If the clutch is too tight it will fail to protect the tractor and power rake. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 15: Initial Setup

    Example: hard to reach areas, be exerted on the rotor. ditch lines, and banks, getting to and back grading the bottom of ditches. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 16: Job Site Tips / Recommendations

    On the first pass, it is not necessary to do complete coverage or drive in a straight line (roughing up the job site). It’s recommended to have material side shields up or off on the first pass to prevent damage to side shields. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 17 Final Grade: Set the rotor teeth so they are just touching the surface. This will collect the small rocks and debris (this is raking action). Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 18: Startup And Shutdown

    Set the machine’s engine RPM to an idle, allow the and throwing of material may cause harm to the power rake to slow down, disengage the auxiliary operator or bystanders! hydraulic flow (see the machine’s operator’s manual) to the power rake. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Rotor (cracks or excessive wear) • All Hardware • Monthly Maintenance Rotor Bearings • • Drive Chain • • Skid Plates Rotor Teeth (wear, damage, and loosening) • Rotor (cracks or excessive wear) • All Hardware • Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 20: Lubrication

    (Item 1) [Figure 5]. Grease the fitting, remove the grease zerk and re-install plug. DANGER NOTE: Blue Diamond® recommends removing the grease zerks and installing plugs in the bearings AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH before re-installing the zerks to prevent damage to Before servicing the power rake: grease zerks and bearings.
  • Page 21 (Item 1) [Figure 10] every 10 hours of operation with a chain spray lubricant. Figure 9 Apply a coat of grease to the inside upper pivot plate (Item 1) and lower pivot plate (Item 2) [Figure Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 22: Material Bar

    Adjusting the material bar up will let more material pass through the power rake and adjusting the material bar down will hold back material like rocks and debris. NOTE: When adjusting the material bar, make sure the material bar is level. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 23: Side Shields And Skid Plates

    Remove the three nuts and bolts (Item 1) [Figure 15] remove the skid plate (Item 2) [Figure 15]. Align the desired skid plate holes with the side shield holes (Item 3) [Figure 15], install the nuts and bolts then tighten. Install the spindle and retaining pin. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 24: Gauge Wheels

    (two pitches). If unable to reassemble after removing links, add an offset link to aid in reassembly. After adding an offset link, you may need to remove additional links as the offset link may add length. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 25: Pivot Lock Down

    Chain tension is preset with the extension spring. If the chain becomes excessively loose, it may be necessary to remove one link (two pitches). Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 26: Rotor

    The fixed tooth rotor (Item 1) [Figure 21] is also offered for the power rake. NOTE: If a tooth is damaged and needs to be replaced, cut, and remove the damaged tooth and weld on the new tooth. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 27: Cleaning The Attachment

    • Disconnect attachment hydraulic hoses. WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Securely block up the attachment before working underneath. IMPORTANT Rotor wrapping may cause damage to bearings or bearing seals by jamming/cutting causing premature wear and damage. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 28: Storage And Return To Service

    Lubrication on page 18.) • Make sure there is no water in the chain case when machine is put into storage. • Inspect the machine’s safety decals for damage. NOTE: Replace any damaged parts, components, decals, or reflectors. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Reverse male and female. Check for Hydraulic couplers are reversed correct pressure Low pressure at startup/rotor Faulty relief valve on power rake or Contact your dealer or Blue Diamond® turning slow machine Attachments Service Department Debris build up between rotor and...
  • Page 30: Power Rake Models

    6. Power Rake Models 6.1 PTO Model 6.2 Hydraulic Model Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 31: Pto Model

    6’ PTO Chain Case 532003 Reduction Gear Box 232222 Bolt, 5/16” - 18 X 1/2” Anti Vibe 532004 Bolt M12-1.75 X 40mm HHCS Gr8 232234 Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 232049 Washer, 1/2” Split Lock Med Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 32: Pto Mount

    Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1/2 Anti Vibe 232223 Bolt, 3/4” - 10 x 6-1/2” HHCS Gr8 232224 Nut, 3/4” - 10 Nyloc Gr8 232225 Washer 3/4” x 1.469” SAE Gr8 232226 Pin, Drawbar 3/4” x 6-1/4” 216402 Manual Canister Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 33: Pto Lower Drive Line

    232638 Bolt, 1/2” - 13 x 1-1/2” HHCS Gr8 232265 Bolt, 1/2” - 13 x 2.0 HHCS Gr8 232234 Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 232049 Washer, 1/2” Split Lock Med 232639 Sprocket, 50-2 BS19T 1-3/8” Bore Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 34: Pto Upper Drive Line

    Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 232049 Washer, 1/2” Split Lock Med 532013 Gearbox, Right Angle 1: 1.92 232019 Chain, No 50 DBL 93 Pitch + CL 232639 Sprocket, 50-2 BS19T 1-3/8” Bore 532014 Friction Clutch 232014 Chain Coupler, 50 Series Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 35: Hydraulic Model

    Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1/2 Anti Vibe 232223 Bolt, 3/4” - 10 x 6-1/2” HHCS Gr8 232224 Nut, 3/4” - 10 Nyloc Gr8 232225 Washer, 3/4” x 1.469” SAE Gr8 232226 Pin, Drawbar 3/4” x 6-1/4” 216402 Manual Canister Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 36: Hydraulic Drive Line

    Bolt, 5/8” - 11 x 1-3/4” HHCS Gr8 232294 Nut, 5/8” - 11 Nyloc Gr8 232234 Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 232049 Washer, 1/2” Split Lock Med 232019 Chain, No 50 DBL 93 Pitch + CL 232639 Sprocket, 50-2 BS19T 1-3/8” Bore Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 37: Rotor

    Carbide Tooth TEETH MODEL PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 232640 Fixed Resistent Tooth Drum 48” 232641 Carbide Tooth Drum 232642 Fixed Resistent Tooth Drum 60” 232643 Carbide Tooth Drum 232644 Fixed Resistent Tooth Drum 72” 232645 Carbide Tooth Drum Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 38: Main Sub-Assemblies

    Pin, CAT 1 Lift Arm 7/8” x 7/8” 532017 Pin, CAT 2 Lift Arm 7/8” x 1-1/8” 532018 Spring Snap, 1/4” x 2-3/8” 532019 Chain, 3/16” Grade 30, 20 Links Plus 1 Single Link 232669 Grease Fitting 1/4” - 28 Straight Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 39: Skid Steer Mount

    ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 132404 Mount, Skid Steer Standard 232669 Grease Fitting, 1/4” - 28 Straight 10.3 Skid Steer Mini Mount ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 132403 Mount, Skid Steer Mini 232669 Grease Fitting, 1/4” - 28 Straight Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 40: Chain Case Pto

    Bolt, 5/16” - 18 x 1/2” Anti Vibe 232265 Bolt, 1/2” - 13 x 2.0 HHCS Gr8 232233 Nut, 1/2” - 13 Nyloc Gr8 232234 Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 232658 Bearing, 1-3/8” 2 Bolt Flange Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 41: Chain Case Hydraulic

    Washer, 3/8” Split Lock Med 232652 Hydraulic Motor, WF104-1027 232653 Fitting, 8 JICM to 10 ORBM 232654 Fitting, 8 JICM to 8 JICF 90SW 232655 Fitting, 8 JICM to 8 ORBM 90 Deg. 232656 Sprocket, 50-2 BS19T 1-1.1.4” Bore Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 42: Chain Tensioner

    232234 Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 10.7 Chain Coupler, 50 Series ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 232280 Chain, No 50-2 15P + CL 232281 Sprocket, 50A16 w/6 Spline Weld Hub 232282 Sprocket, 50B16 1-3/8” B Keyway SS Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 43: Bearing Housing 2 Bolt

    232265 Bolt, 1/2” - 13 x 2.0” HHCS Gr8 232233 Nut 1/2” - 13 Nyloc Gr8 232234 Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 232284 Grease Fitting, 1/4” - 28 90 Deg 232658 Bearing, 1-3/8” 2 Bolt Flange Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 44: Accessories

    11. Accessories 11.1 Side Shield Options Side Shield Right Assembly ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 232106 Pin, Side Shield 232660 Shield, Right Side Shield Left Assembly ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 232659 Pin, Side Shield 232661 Shield, Left Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 45: Gauge Wheel Options With Arm

    Nut, 5/8” - 11 Nyloc Gr8 232234 Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 232667 Pin, Bent Hitch 5/8” x 3.0” 232668 Pin, Linch 5/16” x 1-1/4” 232669 Grease Fitting 1/4” - 28 Straight 232670 4x8 Tailwheel Complete Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 46: Material Bar Options

    11. Accessories 11.3 Material Bar Options Material Bar Material Bar with Shield Material Bar with Shield and Skirt Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 47 Nut, 3/8” - 16 Nyloc Gr8 232233 Nut, 1/2” - 13 Nyloc Gr8 232314 Washer, 3/8” SAE Gr8 232234 Washer, 1/2” x 1.062” SAE Gr8 232306 Flap, 2 Ply 24” Rubber — 232307 Flap, 2 Ply 36” Rubber — 232130 U-Bolt 1/2” Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 48 4’ Material Flat Bar — — 232676 5’ Material Flat Bar — — 232256 6’ Material Flat Bar — — 232313 Bolt, 3/8” - 16 x 1-1/4” Carriage 232279 Nut 3/8” - 16 Nyloc Gr8 232314 Washer 3/8” SAE Blue Diamond® Attachments...
  • Page 49: Warranty

    ® warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, AND MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IN RESPECT TO ITS MACHINERY AND/OR ATTACHMENTS ARE FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. BLUE DIAMOND ® ATTACHMENTS shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages for any breach or warranty, including but not limited to inconvenience, rental of replacement equipment, loss of profits or other commercial loss.
  • Page 50 QUALITY | DEPENDABILITY | INTEGRITY Blue Diamond® Attachments 4512 Anderson Road, Knoxville, TN 37918 888-376-7027...

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