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O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L AR08 - AR10 - AR12 ACTION RAKES READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. UNSAFE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARRANTY 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 from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser by an authorized H&S dealer.
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IMPORTANT! Tear on dotted line, provide the information requested on the card. The H&S Warranty is valid “only” after this card is received and recorded at H&S Mfg. Co. Mail at once. No postage is required in the U.S.A.
H&S DEALER PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST 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.
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DEALER DELIVERY CHECK LIST AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVE AND RETAIN FOR RECORDS This check list 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.
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.
TRACTORS This operators 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.
SET-UP & ASSEMBLY NOTE: Determine 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 bolt torque chart. Assemble the rake or check the rake for proper assembly and adjustment. Make sure that all bolts are tightened.
PREPARING FOR OPERATION ADJUSTMENTS There are 5 sets of holes on the adjustable hitch. In addition, the hitch can also be flipped upside down to obtain 5 more positions, for a total of 10 positions to adjust for levelness. The hitch should be adjusted so the main rake beams are level, or parallel to the ground when in the raking position.
TRANSPORTING TRANSPORT LOCKS There are two hydraulic transport lock valves on the rake that must be turned to the closed position during transport in case of tractor valve leakage, or hose breakage. TOWING ON HIGHWAY Follow state and local regulations when towing farm equipment on public highways. Never tow the rake on a public highway at a speed greater than 20 m.p.h.
RAKING WIDTH ADJUSTMENT The AR08 rake has six width adjustments on each rake beam. The AR10 and AR12 have ten width adjustments on each rake beam. Each rake beam angle can be adjusted independently for multiple raking conditions.
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OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS HYDRAULIC SYSTEM The ACTION Rake utilizes a 2 hose hook-up with a Master/Slave cylinder system. When the rake arms are lowered, the axles rotate forward, raising the main frame for more clearance. When the rake arms are raised, the axles rotate rearward, lowering the main frame for transport. This system is incorpo- rated with the raising and lowering of the rake arms.
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OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS FLEXIBILITY Rake Arm The rake has been designed that when the rake is lower on level ground, the pins of the cylinder are centered in the bracket of the rake. This allows the rake beams to flex up and down without the hydraulic cylinder restricting it’s motion.
OPTIONS CENTER KICKER WHEEL An optional center kicker wheel is available for the AR10 & AR12 rakes. If the hay is laying out flat, the extra wheel allows you to raise the hay laying in the center of the rake out of the stubble for easier pick-up. The center kicker wheel will raise and lower when the hydraulics are activated.
GREASE FITTINGS There are grease fittings on the AR08, 20 on the AR10/AR12 model rakes, and 1 on the Center Kicker Wheel. If lubricated properly and often enough, it 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.
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LUBRICATION Rake Beam - One on each pivot & double rake wheel arm One on each One on each ACTION pivot vertical pivot point, (bottom) rake arm mount Four on each lift arm (top & bottom) One on each lift arm pivot point -20-...
DECAL PLACEMENT Your H&S Rake was manufactured with operator safety in mind. Located on the rake are various decals to aid in operation, and warn of caution areas. Pay close attention to all decals. DO NOT REMOVE ANY OF THESE DECALS. IF DECALS ARE LOST, DAMAGED, OR IF CARTED WHEEL RAKE IS REPAINTED, REPLACE DECALS.
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DECAL PLACEMENT DC31811 B6DC 1906C 11599 DC31811 1906C B6DC DCAMB1 2700A Action 72203A Action 2700A DCAMB1 Rake-(right) Rake-(left) 8495 8494 *OLD PICTURES - TIRES ON WRONG SIDE OF SPINDLES* 2700B 1 Decal on the arm of each side -22-...
TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE:This Troubleshooting Chapter presents problems, causes and suggested remedies beyond the extent of loose, worn or missing parts and it was developed with the understanding that the machine is in otherwise good operating condition. WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE TRACTOR IS SHUT OFF AND THE RAKE CAN NOT MOVE BEFORE SERVICING THE RAKE.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING PARTS All service parts should be ordered through your authorized H&S dealer. They will be able to give you faster service if you will provide them with the following Model & Serial number is located on the left front of the main frame of your unit. All reference to left or right apply to the machine as viewed from the rear.
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