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FF6118 & FF6120 FF6118 & FF6120 Flex-Frame Flex-Frame RAKES RAKES WARNING WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. UNSAFE OPERATION OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. UNSAFE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
H&S WARRANTY H&S Manufacturing Co., Inc. (“H&S”) warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship. Except as noted below, this warranty term is twelve (12) months on parts and labor, and twenty-four (24) months on parts only from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser by an authorized H&S dealer.
MANUFACTURER’S STATEMENT Congratulations on your selection of an H&S product. Your new H&S product has been manufactured of the finest quality materials and components. The performance you receive from your machine is largely dependent upon how well you read, understand this manual, and apply this knowledge. There is a right and a wrong way to do everything.
DEALER PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVE AND RETAIN FOR RECORDS After the rake has been completely set up, check to be certain it is in correct operating order before delivering to the customer. The following is a list of points to inspect. Check off each item as you have made the proper adjustments and found the item operating satisfactorily.
DEALER DELIVERY CHECKLIST AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVE AND RETAIN FOR RECORDS This checklist that follows is an important reminder of valuable information that should be passed on to the customer at the time this rake is delivered. Check off each item as you explain it to the customer. This delivery checklist, when properly filled out and signed, assures the customer that the pre-delivery service was satisfactorily performed.
SAFETY INFORMATION YOUR SAFETY ALERT! IS INVOLVED. THIS SYMBOL IS USED THROUGHOUT THIS BOOK WHENEVER YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY IS INVOLVED. TAKE TIME TO BE CAREFUL. REMEMBER: THE CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST OPERATOR. MOST ACCIDENTS ARE CAUSED BY HUMAN ERROR. CERTAIN PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR DAMAGE.
SAFETY INFORMATION RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS A signal word - DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION - is used with the safety-alert symbol.
TRACTOR: This operator’s manual uses the term “Tractor” when identifying the power source. W A R N I N G TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, READ AND STUDY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION. IN ADDITION, MAKE SURE THAT EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO OPERATES OR WORKS WITH THIS EQUIPMENT, WHETHER FAMILY MEMBER OR EMPLOYEE, IS FAMILIAR WITH THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
CAP SCREW TORQUE VALUES The specifications below are the torque values for fasteners as it adheres to the SAE torque value standards. All fasteners should be torqued to the proper values found in the figures below unless otherwise specified by the engineering drawing. •...
SET-UP & ASSEMBLY NOTE: Determine the right or left side of the wheel rake by viewing it from the rear. If instructions or parts lists call for hardened bolts, refer to the Cap Screw Torque Value Chart. Assemble the rake or check the rake for proper assembly and adjustment. Make sure that all bolts are tightened.
TRANSPORTING TRANSPORT LOCKS Rake Beam Locks Transport locks are mounted to the front of the pole. (A) Shows the rake locked into transport position. (B) Shows the transport locks in the convenient storage position, to be used when in the raking mode. Rake Wheel Locks Located on the lift pipe, is a hair pin which is used to secure the rake wheels in the up position for transport (C).
PREPARING FOR OPERATION 1. Adjust the tractor hitch (13 to 17 inches above ground) and attach the rake to the tractor with a hitch pin and a safety locking device. 2. There are twelve different positions to adjust the hitch on your rake. The clevis hitch can be flipped for more settings.
OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Stop the tractor engine, remove ignition key, and allow all mechanisms to stop before cleaning or working on the machine. RAKING WIDTH Raking width is determined by setting the spring- loaded stop, located above the rear pole section as shown.
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OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS GROUND PRESSURE Rake wheel to ground pressure is adjusted by turning the tab nut on the threaded rod while the rake wheels are in the raised position. The further forward that the nut is on the threaded rod, the lesser the amount of rake wheel ground pressure.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT HYDRAULIC OPENING WINDROW WIDTH ADJUSTMENT Hydraulic Opening Windrow Width Adjustment is optional in place of the standard ratchet jack. This option requires a 3rd tractor remote. REAR TANDEM AXLE Tandem walking beam axles are optional on all models of Flex-Frame Rakes.
LUBRICATION GUIDE GREASE FITTINGS There are numerous grease fittings on the Flex-Frame Rake. Lubricating properly and often enough will prolong the life of your rake. Grease daily during normal use and before and after storage and after power washing. Use a good grade of high-quality grease. Make sure that grease comes out around the shaft on sleeve type bearings.
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LUBRICATION GUIDE One on each Middle Flex Arm Pivot One on the Windrow Width Adjustment Cylinder/Jack Pivot Three on each Right & Left Rear Rake Arm Linkage Pivot Assembly -21-...
DECAL LOCATION Your rake was manufactured with operator safety in mind. Located on the Flex-Frame Rake are various decals to aid in operation and warn of danger or caution areas. Pay close attention to all the decals. DO NOT REMOVE ANY OF THESE DECALS. IF DECALS ARE LOST, DAMAGED, Flex-Frame OR IF THE RAKE IS REPAINTED, REPLACE DECALS.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE TRACTOR IS SHUT OFF AND THE RAKE CANNOT MOVE Flex-Frame BEFORE SERVICING THE RAKE. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICE WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON ONLY. POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY TROUBLE Rake Will Not Open Rake Locked In Transport Remove Transport Locks And Return To Storage Position...
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H&S MFG. CO. products approved for the FEMA SEAL OF QUALITY Manufactured By: H&S MANUFACTURING CO., INC. 2608 S. HUME AVE. MARSHFIELD, WI 54449 (715) 387-3414 | hsmfgco.com...