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FINALIZER™ 6000 SERIES Secondary Tillage Read and understand the manual. This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain the Finalizer 6000. PART NUMBER: 15487 — Serial Number 23543 - higher www.mcfarlaneag.com Learn more at Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Safety Chain Troubleshooting Bystanders Parts Section Towing and Maximum Towing Speed Ordering Parts Highway and Transport Operations Dealer Contact Information Pre-towing Checklist Decals Safety Parts Drawings Prior to Connecting Unit Tow Chain Connecting to the Tractor Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Introduction Safety General The 6000 Series Finalizer from McFarlane Mfg. features wavy, serrated Cobra disk blades, loosens the top one to Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main five inches of the soil yet leaves the seedbed firm. This...
NOTICE Indicates that equipment or property damage can result if instructions are not followed. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions (or equivalent) signs indicate specific safety-related instructions or procedures. NOTE: Contains additional information important to a procedure. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
For maintenance safety information, refer to the 5. Relieve hydraulic fluid pressure. Maintenance section. 6. If parking the unit, make sure jack stand is lowered and retaining pin is installed. Injury Hazard Do not permit children to play on or around the stored unit. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
The Finalizer is comprised of four components: (1) Cobra disk gangs, (2) shanks with Talon™ sweep, (3) Conditioning option (Conditioning Reel or Spur-Till) and (4) Finishing configuration (3-bar harrow with single rolling basket or 5-bar harrow). Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
• Replacement parts that display a safety sign should display the same sign. 1 Turn = 1/2” Deeper NOTICE Tractor must be in constant flow mode. Do not exceed 250 PSI during field operation. 14671 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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14039 DC-231 WARNING 1 Turn = 1/2” Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov 14051 Deeper DC-306 14050 15461 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Do not allow anyone to stand between the tongue or hitch and the towing vehicle when backing up to the equipment. Make sure that the area is clear of children, animals, and other obstacles before using. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Highway and Transport Operations SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Make sure the wheel cylinder transport locks are installed, the wing lock pins are in place, and the jack stand is in its storage position before transporting the unit. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
11. Make sure the wing lock pins are in place. 12. Check mirrors of the tow vehicle to make sure you have good visibility. 13. Check routes and restrictions on bridges and tunnels. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
2500 to 3000 psi (170 to 205 bars). High-Pressure Fluids 1. Check or tighten all connections BEFORE pressurizing system. 2. Release all pressure before removing hoses and/or valves by: a. Stopping engine. b. Holding hydraulic control levers in float or neutral position. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Using a pin not intended for this type of towing can result in unexpected separation of the unit from the tow vehicle, resulting in equipment damage and personal injury. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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“main lift” cylinders, which raises and lowers the wheels. Connect the hydraulic hoses for this function into the port (control lever) used most commonly. 3. Disconnect the electrical connection for the rear lights from the storage socket. a. Rotate the plug. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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3. Move the unit to the desired location and position it for operation following the towing recommendation provided in this manual and/or any other local, State, or Federal regulations that may apply. d. Connect the plug into the tractor’s electrical socket. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Operation Initial Setup The McFarlane Finalizer is a tool that is designed to Safety handle a wide variety of field conditions. It has many WARNING adjustments that can be made to change the performance of each component on the unit as well as its overall performance.
5. Lower the unit until the sweeps are just touching the ground. Machine Leveling Raise the locking mechanism from the turnbuckle. Use the wrench (stored behind the hitch) to make the adjustment. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Before leaving the tractor, shut off the engine, set the e. If the sweeps need to be reset, turn the stop crank parking brakes, and remove the ignition key. accordingly; two full turns of the crank equals 1 inch of depth adjustment. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Conditioning Option Operation and Adjustment The McFarlane Finalizer comes with two conditioning options: a conditioning reel and a Spur-Till treader. Both are designed to mix soil with residue, pulverize large clods, remove soil from exposed root balls and anchor residue to the soil surface.
For increased root exposure, residue and soil mixing as Note: ypically, the angle should be set more aggressive well as residue incorporation, set the conditioning option to for increased soil leveling and less aggressive in roughly 10°. heavy residue conditions. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Typical spring (finishing) settings are all three chains set with three links hanging. Typical fall settings in heavy residue are front chain with seven links hanging, middle with six, and rear with five links hanging (front bar higher than rear bar). Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Too much spring tension will cause 3. Remove the transport locks and place over the wheel lift premature failure, especially when going through cylinder rods. Insert and lock the retaining clip. waterways or ditches. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Entanglement Hazard Keep hands, feet, clothing, jewelry, and long hair away from any moving parts to prevent them from getting caught. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Check the gang arbor bolt torque which is defined in the “Disk Gang and Blades” section. Cotter pins and clevis pins. c. Inspect shank mount pivots for loose bolts and worn bushing inserts. Wheel retainer bolts. Hinge pin and hitch pin retainer bolts. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Tighten only until a slight drag is felt on the rotating wheel. Re-install cotter pin and dust cap. Note: Clean grease fittings and replace those that are broken or missing. 5. Refer to the parts illustrations and listings for service and repair parts. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Note: when disassembling Spur-Till gangs, note the pivot bracket (5) with a rubber mallet. orientation of all Spur-Till wheels (left vs. right), bearings, spacers and fasteners. 4. Install the pivot bushing and secure with the pivot bolt. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
3. Remove the bearing retainer caps (center bearings) and end caps (outer bearings). 4. Insert four new bearing wear sleeves. Do not replace just one sleeve. 5. Reinstall the retainers and caps. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Lubrication Locations Drawing Add grease to the locations shown in the photo on the following page. When greasing a pin and bushing, add grease until it is visibly forced out of the joint. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Do not exceed 20 mph or tire failure will occur. NOTICE Make sure components in the hydraulic system are Keep wheel lug nuts or bolts tightened. kept clean and in good working condition. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
Do not permit children to play on or around the stored unit at any time. fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, McFarlane Mfg. Co., Inc. will repair it, free of charge. Warranty service is available at dealer locations by simply...
Raise the rolling baskets by following the Rolling basket springs are Too much spring tension. instructions in the harrow and rolling basket breaking. adjustment section. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
For replacement decals, questions, or to order parts, To ensure the greatest level of safety, all decals must be in contact your dealer: place and legible at all times. Remember, it is the user’s responsibility to maintain these decals. Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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DISK GANG SHAFT, RND, 88” 10658 NUT, FINISHED SLOTTED JAM, 1-3/4-5, PLAIN 10746 DISK GANG SHAFT, RND, 53” 12793 BLADE, DISK, COBRA, 20", 6.5mm 10829 DISK GANG SHAFT, RND, 60” RD-4925 BLADE, FLAT, 6mm, 18" Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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BOLT, HEX, 3/4-10 X 4, GRADE 5 BC-6340 BOLT, CARRIAGE, 5/8 X 4 BH-5018 BOLT, HEX, 1/2-13 X 1-3/4 GRADE 5 BU-5834 U-BOLT,5/8-11X3X4.5 CH-0805 PULL CHAIN, 5 LINK BH-6350 BOLT, HEX, 5/8-11 X 5 GRADE 5 FA-4105 PLATE,PIVOT Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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NUMBER THREE HARROW BAR (FA-600-3) FA-757 NUMBER THREE HARROW BAR (FA-700-3) FA-857 NUMBER THREE HARROW BAR (FA-800-3) FA-957 NUMBER THREE HARROW BAR (FA-900-3) FA-4105 PLATE, PIVOT BH-6340 BOLT, HEX, 5/8-11 X 4 GRADE 5 NLT-6311 NUT, TOP LOCK, 5/8-11 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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ARM, LIFT NLT-6311 NUT, TOP LOCK, 5/8-11 RD-4629 BAR, LOCK BC-6340 BOLT, CARRIAGE, 5/8 X 4 PC-1913 CLICK PIN, 3/16 X 1-9/16 CH-0816 LIFT CHAIN, 16 LINK BH-5018 BOLT, HEX, 1/2-13 X 1-3/4 GRADE 5 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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NUMBER FOUR HARROW BAR (FA-700-5) FA-856 NUMBER FOUR HARROW BAR (FA-800-5) FA-557 NUMBER FIVE HARROW BAR (FA-500-5) FA-657 NUMBER FIVE HARROW BAR (FA-600-5) FA-757 NUMBER FIVE HARROW BAR (FA-700-5) FA-857 NUMBER FIVE HARROW BAR (FA-800-5) FA-4105 PLATE, PIVOT Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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HYDRAULIC HOSE, 1/2 X 72 HYO-1212 HYDRA GRIP, YELLOW HYF-1222 HYDRAULIC TEE, 3/4M-3/4M-3/4M HYF-4002 HYDRAULIC DISCONNECT HYH-2128 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 1/2 X 128 (6024) HYH-3220 HYDRAULIC ADAPTER, 3/4M - 3/4Morb HYH-2167 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 1/2 X 167 (6029-6032) Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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HYF-4002 HYDRAULIC DISCONNECT HYH-8054 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 3/8 (9/16F) X 54 HYH-8036 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 3/8 (9/16F) X 36 14839 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 3/8 (9/16F) X 40 HYF-1888 HYD TEE, 9/16M-9/16M-9/16M HYH-8104 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 3/8 (9/16F) X 104 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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HYDRAULIC HOSE, 3/8 (9/16F-1/2 PIPE) X 192 12213 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 3/8 (9/16F) X 144 (6029- HYO-1213 HYDRA GRIP, BLACK 6032) HYF-4002 HYDRAULIC DISCONNECT 10802 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 1/4 (9/16F) X 86 (6024) HYH-8104 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 3/8 (9/16F) X 104 (6029- 6032) Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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HYDRAULIC HOSE, 1/4 (9/16F) X 102 (6029- BH-2525 BOLT, HEX, 1/4-20 X 2.5, GD5 6032) NLT-2520 NUT, LOCK, TOP, 1/4-20 14847 HYDRAULIC HOSE, 1/4 (9/16F) X 223 NLT-5013 NUT, LOCK, TOP, 1/2-13 14909 RELIEF VALVE HYF-1809 HYDRAULIC TEE, 9/16M-3/4Morb-9/16M Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Shank Layout Diagram for FN-6024 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Condtioning Reel Layout Diagram for FN-6024 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Spur-Till Layout Diagram for FN-6024 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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3 Bar with Rolling Basket Layout Diagram for FN-6024 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Shank Layout Diagram for FN-6029 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Condtioning Reel Layout Diagram for FN-6029 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Spur-Till Layout Diagram for FN-6029 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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3 Bar with Rolling Basket Layout Diagram for FN-6029 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Shank Layout Diagram for FN-6032 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Condtioning Reel Layout Diagram for FN-6032 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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Spur-Till Layout Diagram for FN-6032 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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3 Bar with Rolling Basket Layout Diagram for FN-6032 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM & INSPECTION REPORT This form must be filled out by the dealer and buyer and the initialed and signed copy sent to: McFarlane Mfg. Co., Inc., 1259 South Water Street, P.O. Box 100, Sauk City, WI 53583. WARRANTY REGISTRATION This form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and customer at the time of delivery.
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Member of: 1330 Dallas St PO box 100 Sauk City, WI 53583 Phone: (608) 643.3322 Toll Free: (888) 627.8569 mcfarlaneag.com For more information email: info@mcfarlanemfg.com Copyright 2022 McFarlane Mfg. Last revised: 09/08/2022 Finalizer 6000 Series Mcfarlaneag.com 888-627-8569...
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