H&S 6118 User manual

Revision#01
6118 Starting Ser. #510001
6120 Starting Ser. #511001
6122 Starting Ser. #512008
Manufactured By
H&S MANUFACTURING CO.,INC.
P.O. BOX 768 [phone] FAX [phone]
MARSHFIELD, WISCONSIN 54449
HSMFG0115 Part #60553
WARNING
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
UNSAFE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF
THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
6118/6120/6122
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FLEX-FRAME
RAKE

CONTENTS
Warranty & Warranty Registration Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Manufacturers Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Dealer Pre-Delivery Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Dealer Delivery Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Safety Information - Be Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Safety Information - Explanation of Safety Signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Safety Information - Warning - Owner Must Read and Understand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cap Screw Torque Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Set-up & Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Preparing for Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Operation & Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16
Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Lubrication Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19
Decal Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-25
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Service Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27-28

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DEALER PRE-DELIVERYCHECK LIST
AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVEAND 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.
Rake was not damaged in shipment. Check for dents and loose or missing parts.
Report damage immediately to H&S Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Rake has been correctly assembled according to instructions in this manual. Wheel
nuts and all other fasteners are tightly secured.
All bolts and fasteners are tight.
All grease fittings have been lubricated. See Lubrication Chapter of this manual for
details.
Hoses and fittings are properly attached and there are no visible leaks.
All mechanisms are operating trouble free.
Rake wheels touch ground in unison when lowered into position. (Rake setting level)
Wheels are properly mounted.
Tires are inflated to correct pressure.
Decals are in place and legible.
ModelNumber
Serial Number
Dealer’s Name
Inspection Date
Signature of Pre-Delivery Inspector

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DEALER DELIVERYCHECK LIST
AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVEAND RETAIN FOR RECORDS
Thischecklistthat follows is an important reminderofvaluableinformation 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.
This delivery check list, when properly filled out and signed assures the customer that the
Pre-delivery service was satisfactorily performed.
Explain to the customer that the pre-delivery inspection was made.
Explain to the customer all the safety precautions they must exercise when operating
this unit.
Explain raking and windrow width adjustments.
Explaintocustomer that regular lubrication is requiredforproperoperation and long life of
machine.
Show customer the lubrication section of Owner’s Manual.
Give the customer Owner’s Manual and make sure they read and understand all operating
and service instructions.
Have the customer sign a completed “Warranty Registration”, and mail it.
Date Delivered
Dealer’s Name
By
Signature of Original Buyer
Note: Warranty is not valid until warranty card is completed and returned to H&S Mfg. Co., Inc.
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SAFETYINFORMATION
BE
ALERT! YOURSAFETY
ISINVOLVED.
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.
H&S MANUFACTURING CO., INC.

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
Asignalword; DANGER, WARNING,orCAUTION-is used
with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most
serious hazards.
Safety signs with signal word DANGER or WARNING are
typically near specific hazards.
General precautions are listed on CAUTION safety signs.
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual, and all safety signs on your machine. Follow all
recommended precautions and safe operating procedures.
Keep signs in good condition. Immediately replace any missing or damaged signs.
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SAFETYINFORMATION
OBSERVE MAXIMUM TRANSPORT SPEED
The maximum transport speed for this implement is 32 km/h (20 m.p.h.).
Some tractors are capable of operating at speeds that exceed the maximum
transport speed of this implement. Regardless of the maximum speed capability
of the tractor being used to tow this implement, do not exceed the implement’s
maximum transport speed.
Exceeding the implements maximum transport speed can result in:
* Loss of control of the tractor/implement combination
* Reduced or no ability to stop during braking
* Implement tire failure
* Damage to the implement structure or its components
Use additional caution and reduce speed when towing under adverse surface
conditions, when turning, and when on inclines.
Do not attempt transport if the fully loaded implement weighs more than 1.5 times
the weight of the tractor.