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INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS
cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened.
Falling off power unit can result in death from being
run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS systems in
“locked up” position at all times.
Be sure your tractor and loader is in good condi-
tion. Read all the safety precautions and make sure
all equipment operators are familiar with the safety
rules of operation.
CAUTION!
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
AND PREPARATION
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The DCR, MCR, and LRHD Series Landscape Rakes
will fit most Category I) tractors equipped with a standard
3 point hitch. DCR Series rakes will also fit Category 0
hitch tractors.
NOTE: Some Category 0 tractors have very short lift
arms or
5
/
8
” diameter (Cat. 0) lift arm ball ends. The DCR
Series rakes will fit these tractors if equipped with special
Cat. 0 pullpins. The pins need to be installed to the inside
of the 3 pt. frame.
Check the tractor’s 3 point hydraulic lift system. It should
operate up and down smoothly and hold its position when
set. Refer to your tractor owner’s manual or dealer for any
adjustments necessary to put the 3 point hydraulic lift
system in good working order. (I&T shop manuals will list
most specifications and adjustment instructions –
available from most farm equipment dealers.)
Tractor should be equipped with stabilizer bars,
adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks to keep the imple-
ment from swinging side to side.
Smaller size tractors may need front counter weights to
counter-balance the weight of the implement.
CONNECTING LANDSCAPE
RAKE TO TRACTOR
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ALL MODELS
The landscape rake is compatible with Category 1, 3
point tractors equipped with side swing-type lower lift
arms and some Category 0 tractors.
1. To avoid interference with the landscape rake, adjust
tractor drawbar to the shortest and highest position.
2. Attach the tractor’s lower lift arms to the landscape
rake and secure in place with lock pin.
For Category 0 Hitch application, order optional pull pin
kit part #590331 (one pair); replace the Category 1 pins
with the Category 0 pins. Make sure the Category 0 pins
are on the inside.
3. Tractor must be equipped with stabilizer bars,
adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks to keep the
implement from swinging side to side.
4. Attach the tractor’s top link to the top of the landscape
rake’s mast and secure with the top link pin and retain-
ing pin supplied with the top link.
IMPORTANT
■■
Make sure rake is at least 6” (15 cm) from tractor
tires throughout complete range of 3 point hitch
operation.
Level the A-frame and tinebar with 3 point connecting
links and top link. Adjusting the top link length will change
the fore and aft pitch of the teeth.
Lengthening the top link will cause the teeth to contact
the ground with a sharper pitch and be more aggressive.
You may need to adjust the optional gauge wheels after
adjusting pitch to maintain the desired working depth.
PACKAGING
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The landscape rake is shipped as two bundles:
1. Main Frame with pull pins, bolts and nuts.
2. Rake Tine Bar Assembly (Teeth installed).
ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING
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Preview the assembly instructions and the exploded
view of the landscape rake in your operator’s manual and
become familiar as to how the parts or assemblies go
together.
Select an area for assembly that is clean and free from
debris.
The two main subassemblies of the landscape rake are
heavy and awkward to handle. It is recommended that
you have one or two helpers to complete the assembly.
1. On DCR and MCR models, assemble the “A” frame as
shown in the exploded parts view (pg. 12 or pg. 13).
2. It is suggested that you mount the main frame on the
3 point hitch of your tractor before assembling the
landscape rake as follows:
a. Lower the 3 point hitch on your tractor to facilitate
mounting of the main frame of the rake to the
tractor.
b. Insert the lift arm pins on the main frame into the
ball sockets in the lift arms of the tractor 3 point
hitch. Pin in place with linchpins (not furnished).
NOTE: On DCR models – if your tractor has a Category
0 3 point hitch (20” drawbar spacing), then the lift arm
pins must be installed to the inside of the frame. If the
tractor has a Category I 3 point hitch (26” drawbar
spacing), then the pull pins must be installed on the
outside of the frame.
c. Attach the mast of the main frame to the tractor by
installing the tractor center (or top) link with a top
link pin (not furnished).
NOTE: Use stabilizer bars, adjustable sway chains, or
sway blocks on your tractor lift arms to keep the land-
scape rake from swinging side to side. An anti-sway
device is a must if operating the landscape rake in a
reverse (pushing) position.
3. Install the rake tine bar assembly to the mounting
frame and retain with 1” bolt, flat washer and locknut.
The locknut should be just loose enough for the rake
assembly to pivot.
ASSEMBLY (continued)
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GAUGE WHEEL INSTALLATION
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SINGLE WHEEL PACKAGE
(DCR Models Only)
Refer to the parts illustration and assemble the wheel
package to the center of the rake frame weldment using
(4) bolts, nuts and washers as shown. Grease the wheel
upon initial assembly.
DUAL WHEEL PACKAGE
(Recommended for rakes above 6’ in width
and all MCR and LRHD Series rakes)
Refer to the parts illustration and install the gauge
wheel arms approximately one foot in from each end of
the rake using longer carriage bolts provided. Grease the
wheels upon initial assembly.
Set up gauge wheels to the desired height using the
spacers and washers provided. Lock caster wheel spindle
in place with linch pin.
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this
equipment. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the tractor and attach-
ment, and all safety practices before starting operation.
Read the safety rules and safety signs on pages 3-6.
INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
FOR MODEL LRHD RAKES ONLY
For Category 1 Quick Hitch application, order optional
bushing kit part #862500 (one pair); place bushing over
draw pin and fasten with roll pin.
For Quick Hitch application, the top center hitch hook
will seat into welded 1
1
/
4
” diameter pin. This pin does not
interfere when unit is used with a standard 3 point hitch.
FOR MODEL LRHD RAKES
Place jack stands or suitable blocking under tinebar so
center pivot bolt and 3 pt. mount can be installed.
Place 3 pt. frame assembly on top of the tinebar and
align 1 inch pivot hole with center hole on tine bar.
Install 1 inch pivot bolt and flat washer. Tighten bolt so
3 pt. mount will swing but without excessive looseness.
Place 3 pt. frame in desired position and install angle
shift pin.
Place parking stand in position to support landscape
rake.