Frontier WR0008 User manual

CARTED WHEEL RAKE
WR0008 - WR0010 - WR0012
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
5EP1017480 (10/02/15)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. INTRODUCTION 5
A.1 ABOUT THE MANUAL 5
A.2 IDENTIFICATION 5
A.3 MAIN COMPONENTS AND TECHNICAL DATA 5
B. SAFETY 7
B.1 GENERAL RULES 7
B.2 TRANSPORTATION, INSTALLATION AND MOVEMENT 7
B.3 INTENDED USE 10
B.4 REASONABLY FORESEEABLE MISUSE AND LIMIT OF EMPLOY 10
B.5 RESPONSABILITY OF THE OPERATOR 11
B.6 SAFETY LABELS 11
B.7 NOISE LEVELS 13
C. INSTALLATION 14
C.1 RAKE ASSEMBLY 14
C.2 PREPARING THE TRACTOR 14
C.3 DRAWBAR SHIELD 14
C.4 HITCHING THE TRACTOR 14
C.5 HYDRAULIC HOSES 15
C.6 TRACTOR BALANCING 15
C.7 TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE 15
C.8 REMOVAL 15
C.9 STORING THE RAKE 15
D. OPERATION AND USE 17
D.1 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION 17
D.2 OPERATION AND USE 17
D.2.1 ADJUSTING THE INCLINATION OF THE WHEELS 17
D.2.2 WORK PROCESSES 18
D.2.3 ADJUSTING THE SPRINGS 20
E. MAINTENANCE 21
E.1 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 21
E.2 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 22
E.2.1 DAILY CHECKS 22
E.2.2 WEEKLY CHECKS OR PER 50 OPERATING HOURS 22
E.3 LUBRICATION 22
E.4 REPLACING A WHEEL AND/OR ITS TEETH 22
E:5 TROUBLESHOOTING 23
E.6 MACHINE DEMOLITION: DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS 23
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 25
SERVICE PARTS 42

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A. INTRODUCTION
A.1 About the manual
The FRONTIER firm (“Manufacturer”) designed and
created the device in accordance with the
associated safety standards to ensure the safety of
personnel and the entire operating system.
Each rake is supplied with a copy of this manual
which the operator must read in full before using the
equipment. The manual contains all information
relating to transportation, use and maintenance of
the equipment, as well as safety instructions.
Poor knowledge of the operating system can lead to
accidents and therefore damage to the equipment.
Although the Manufacturer provides the Customer
with all information relating to the rake operation,
use and maintenance, the Customer is still expected
to read this manual and take note of all the
instructions herein.
The manual provides all the necessary instructions
on how to ensure optimal working order and safety.
The manual was drawn up according to the current
technical and structural characteristics of three
models of rake and does not cover previous similar
models. The Manufacturer therefore reserves the
right to modify models in production in the interest of
improvement or due to any new legislation
(Machinery Directive), without being obliged to
modify previous models.
This manual is integral to the rake and must
therefore be kept intact, clean and in good condition.
It should also be in a container, either on the frame
of the rake or in the tractor cabin, where it can be
easily accessed for consultation.
The manual must be kept in its container if the rake
is taken out of service. Ask the Manufacturer for a
duplicate copy if the original manual is lost.
Please contact the FRONTIER Dealer for any
clarifications relating to the instructions in this
manual.
Symbols used in this manual:
HAZARD or DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury;
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury. It is also used to alert against unsafe
practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. It is also used as areminder of good safety
practices.
IMPORTANT
The operator must take the respective information
into account.
Note indicates that the information referred to can
facilitate the operator work.
A.2 Identification
An identification plate is affixed to each machine:
You must have this information at hand when
requesting assistance and spare parts.
IMPORTANT
It is strictly forbidden to alter and/or eliminate the
data on the serial plate. The operator must check the
legibility of the data on a regular basis and inform
the Manufacturer if it becomes in any way illegible.

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The Manufacturer will then replace the old plate with
a new one bearing the same data.
A.3 Main components and technical data
1. Toothed wheel
2. Arm with hubs
3. Additional center wheel (kicker wheel)
4. Arm support
5. Fixed frame
6. Bearing jack
7. Hydraulic quick couplings
8. Tractor hitch
9. Hydraulic cylinder for folding the side units
10. Tire
11. Moveable frame
12. Hydraulic valve
13. Frame locking bracket
Model Wheels Width Tires HP Weight
N° Teeth Ø cm / ft Work
cm / ft Transport cm / ft Type N° Pressure psi / bar Kg / Lbs
WR0008 8 40 140 / 55” 540 / 17” 8’ 250 / 8” 2’ 205/70 R 15 2 43.5 / 3 30 600 / 1324
WR0010 10 40 140 / 55” 640 / 21” 250 / 8” 2’ 205/70 R 15 2 43.5 / 3 30 667 / 1470
WR0012 12 40 140 / 55” 740 / 24” 5’ 250 / 8” 2’ 205/70 R 15 2 43.5 / 3 30 737 / 1624

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B. SAFETY
B.1 General rules
This manual describes the safety regulations to be
followed when using the rake. As most work-related
accidents occur due to non-compliance with the
most basic of safety regulations, it is obligatory to
read this manual before using the rake and to follow
all the instructions.
The equipment must be used by qualified adult
personnel trained in its use. The Manufacturer
cannot be held liable for accidents due to the
operator's negligence and/or non-compliance
with the safety instructions. In this case the
Manufacturer assumes no responsibility and the
warranty is forfeited.
B.2 Transportation, Installation and Movement
Transportation (delivery):the device is fully
dismantled and placed in a crate for
transportation. The Frontier Dealer can then re-
assemble the parts quickly and easily on receipt,
following the detailed instructions.
If the rake is sold or handed over to another
user, the rake can be dismantled by following
the instructions in reverse order, although it can
also be delivered fully assembled. If the distance
and conditions are such that the rake cannot be
transported by road hitched to the tractor, it can
be easily put on a suitable means of transport,
as illustrated below.
The rake is loaded or unloaded via a ramp
attached to the vehicle. The equipment, when
ready for transportation, is reversed onto the
vehicle, then harnessed in place and fitted with
all necessary safety devices for transportation.
IMPORTANT
Do not forget that, for transportation and
handling, the rake must be in its transport
configuration as described in the chapter
“Moving the rake”.
WARNING
Loading and unloading can involve a certain
element of risk and must be carried out
taking all due precautions.
Always take the following precautions:
-Loading/unloading must be carried out on a
flat surface and at a safe distance from
slopes or ditches;
-Always make sure the ramps are strong
enough to withstand the rake weight (see the
specification table shown in this manual), are
firmly attached to the vehicle and are parallel
to each other and perpendicular with the
edge of the vehicle;
-Ensure the ramps are clean, without any
traces of oil, grease or ice;
-Never change direction when moving the
rake onto or off the vehicle. If necessary,
move the rake back down the ramp to turn it
around.
Installation: the rake must only ever be
attached to an agricultural tractor with hitch,
auxiliary universal three-point coupling and
hydraulic lift. IMPORTANT
The tractor must also, by law, be fitted with a
protective roll-bar or ROPS or FOPS cabin. It is
strictly forbidden to install the rake on a
tractor without the required protection
equipment.
Prior to installation, however, the Customer
must check the tractor operating and
maintenance manual to make sure the tractor is
compatible with rake, and whether ballasts are
needed to prevent unbalance that could cause
it to tip over.
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CUNEI
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TIRANTI
CHAINS or TIE-RODS
WEDGES
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CHAINS or TIE-RODS

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