Summary of Contents for ATI Technologies Scape Rake 541
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SPECIFICATION SHEET Models Working Width 54" 66" 72" Tractor Horsepower (@540 rpm) 14-20 PTO 16-30 PTO 20-30 PTO Operating Weight 880 lbs. (400 kg) 935 lbs. (425 kg) 955 lbs. (434 kg) Angle Control ....0-8-15 degrees manual or 0-15 degrees hydraulic left or right Angle Pivot .
INTRODUCTION This manual is furnished to you, the NOTE: Some equipment depicted in illus- owner/operator, as a guide to get the greatest trations may not reflect exact production benefit from your Scape Rake. ATI Corporation model configurations. wants you to be able to get the most use out of your Rake through safe and efficient operation.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THE BEST OPERATOR IS A CAREFUL The Scape Rake must only be operated by OPERATOR. qualified persons who are familiar with all information in the operator’s manual. Do not By using common sense, observing general attempt to operate the machine in areas with safety rules, and adhering to the precautions steep inclines, ditches, large rocks, stumps, or specific to the Scape Rake, you, the operator,...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATING THE SCAPE RAKE (Cont’d) 3. Do not stand or allow others to stand near the machine while it is operating. 4. Disengage power take-off (PTO) when transporting the machine. 5. Never leave the machine in raised position unattended.
OPERATION GENERAL SAFETY ATTACHING SCAPE RAKE TO TRACTOR A. Attach the two lift arms of tractor 3 The Scape Rake is a machine designed to point hitch to the two lower points of quickly prepare a level, fine-textured bed, ready machine hitch frame.
OPERATION FIGURE 3 Minimum PTO Shaft Overlap 2. Extend PTO drive shaft to point of sep- E. Attach/adjust 3-point hitch stabilizer arating, then push together 10 inches. bars or sway chains on tractor to prevent This is maximum length. We recom- side sway.
OPERATION FIGURE 4 Leveling the Rotor MANUAL ADJUSTERS Retracting the angling adjusting link angles the machine to the right. Extending When servicing or adjusting the angling adjusting link angles the machine, always shut off the machine to the left. (See Figure 6). engine and wait until the PTO stops turning before getting off the tractor.
OPERATION WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION Proper weight distribution may require front end weights for stability and steering control when the machine is raised by the tractors 3- point hitch. It is recommended that no less than 20% of the tractor weight be on the front wheels when the implement is raised to the transport position.
OPERATION FIGURE 9 Working Angles of the Scape Rake SUGGESTIONS FOR EFFICIENT SEEDBED The adjustable angling feature of the PREPARATION (Cont’d) machine provides added efficiency when clear- ing an area. By reversing the angle, it is possi- 1. RAKING involves removing rocks from ble to continue moving rocks toward the collec- the soil surface.
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OPERATION 2. TILLING is the main operation the When possible, it is best to work along machine performs. A rotor setting of 1 to contours rather than across them. The level- 1-1/2-inches deep is adequate for turfgrass ing function will cut off ridges and fill in val- seedbed preparation.
OPERATION SUGGESTIONS FOR EFFICIENT SEEDBED B. Turn off tractor engine and set parking PREPARATION (Cont’d) brake. If equipped with optional cylinders, move remote valve handle back and forth a Beware of electrical wires or few times through raise and lower posi- pipes which may have a shal- tions to relieve hydraulic line pressures.
LUBRICATION The lubrication points in the accompanying FILL POINTS illustration reflect standard production models. Quantities and locations of lube fittings, fill A. Gearbox — with the machine level, plugs, drain plugs, etc. could vary, if changes in remove oil check plug located on back of gear- machine configuration warrant.
MAINTENANCE DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT the idler assembly toward the drive side of the chain [A], to a snug tension, do not Check chain tension after the first 40 hours over tighten. Tighten the idler bolt, then of operation. Then check/adjust chain every 100 recheck slack.
MAINTENANCE ROTOR TOOTH WEAR Carbide teeth offer dramatically longer life. Due to tooth spacing, and rotor tubing material, replacement carbide teeth cannot be welded onto an existing rotor. A new rotor with carbide teeth can be ordered for your machine. Check with your authorized dealer for specific pricing.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM POTENTIAL CAUSE REMEDY Rotor does not turn. Tractor PTO is not engaged. Engage tractor PTO. Obstruction jammed between the rotor Clear obstruction from the rotor. and frame. PTO shaft is improperly installed. See tractor operator’s manual. Warning: Turn off tractor before preforming any work on PTO drive system.
STORAGE When the seeding season is over, the Scape 3. Inspect machine for badly worn or dam- Rake should be thoroughly checked so a mini- aged parts. Replacement parts may be mum amount of work will be required to put it obtained from your authorized dealer.
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