ABI Attachments ABI Force Z-23 User manual

Rev A | 8-24-2020
ABI Force Z-23
Rear Rake Attachment
Product Instruction Sheet
Designed to be used solely behind the ABI Force Z-23

1. Cut metal straps (Use caustion when cutting
metal straps that they do not spring toward you
and cause injury)
2. Cut Zip-Tie from "T" Bar
3. Remove plastic wrap from frame
Remove steel straps, zip-ties, and plastic wrap.
Figure 1:
Figure 2: Scarifier Pitch
Attach Top Link to frame using
(2) 5/16" wrenches
Tighten Nut using 1-1/16"
wrench once desired pitch is set
Add Spacer to each side of link
For initial setup, adjust the
Top Link threads to about 1" of
thread showing on both ends
Hole for optional Hitch Pin
storage location when not
attached to the Z-23 Force
Unit Setup and Adjustments:
Scarifier Pitch Adjustment
The Top Link will be shipped with the threads fully engaged
within the main body of the Top Link and 1 end not bolted
to the frame (for shipping purposes). Rotate Axle Frame
Assembly so that Tongue and Gage Wheels (Tire) are facing
forward and attach end of Top Link to frame using (2) 15/16"
wrenches (See Figure 1). Remove from Skid.
Rotate each end of the Top Link until about 1" of thread is
showing on each end. This will get you close to the normal
working position (pitch) of the Scarifiers. You can fine tune
the pitch as desired.
Once the pitch is set, tighten the nut (1-1/16" to keep the
threaded ends from moving during operation.
(See Figure 2)
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Safety Glasses
Gloves
Tin Shears
(2) 15/16" wrenches
(1) 1-1/16" wrench
Unpacking Instructions:
Tools Needed:
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Figure 3:
Figure 4:
Outer Tube holes are
spaced 1/2" apart.
Inner Tube holes
are spaced 1" apart.
Reinsert Pin and clip
when desired height is
achieved.
2 pin height
adjustments
Scarifier orientation
so that wear is on the
tooth edge
Gage Wheels (Tires) Height Adjustment:
Adjust Gage Wheels up and down in 1/2" increments to
determine how deep the scarifiers dig into the ground.
(See Figure 3)
Initial setup is having the Gage Wheels height set with 1 hole
showing on the tube (attached to wheel) exposed above
tube mounted to frame. Height adjustment can be made for
personal preferences.
Rake Pitch (angle) adjustment:
The Rake pitch (angle) is adjusted by the Rear Link. You will
want to have the initial setup to have about 1" of thread
showing on both ends of the Link (similar to the Top Link).
Once the desired rake pitch is set, tighten the nut to prevent
thread movement during operation.
(See Figure 4)
Note: Too flat of rake angle (more parallel to the ground) will
not allow good material flow. If the rake is too vertical, you will
not like the finish.
It is recommended that the Rake be roughly perpendicular with
the Scarifiers during initial setup then adjust from there for
personal preference. The idea is when you are in loose material,
the tips of rake are engaged into the material by about a 1/2"
or so.
Rear Link is adjusted the same as the Top Link to control
Rake pitch.
It is recommended that the Rake be roughly perpendicular
with the Scarifiers during initial setup then adjust from there
for personal preference.
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Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
Rear Li
Rear Li
Auto-recentering
Hitch
"T" Bar
Raise Rear Li to have easy access to Hitch/Receiver. Slide
Auto-recentering Hitch into the Force Z-23 Reciever and Pin.
(See Figure 5)
The Auto-Recentering Hitch allows the unit to automatically
recenter behind the Force when lied o the ground for
transportation.
Adjust rear li height as necessary to attach "T" bar with
bent pin and lynch pin. (See Figure 6)
Roll Rear Rake Attachment up to Hitch and engage Pin and
Lynch Pin. (See Figure 7)
Notes:
1. During operation, the Rear Li needs to be completely
lowered so that the chains have the proper slack to allow
the unit to pivot and move about.
2. Optional Front weight kit is required when using Rear
Rake Attachments.
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ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION QTY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
2
1
3
1
9
9
2
14
13
1
10-40489
10-31074
10-50001
10-31075
10-10048
10-10047
10-60067
10-20232
10-20221
10-20220
WHEEL AXLE
24" FINISH RAKE. EXT. SILVER 1/2" RH
12" COMB, 1/2"
24" FINISH RAKE. EXT. SILVER 1/2" LH
SCARIFIER SHANK
SCARIFIER TIP
HUB/TIRE ASSEMBLY
LYNCH PIN
BENT PIN
PIN
9
8
10
1
7
4
3
2
65
5
Service Parts