McFarlane WDL-2000 Manual

MANUFACTURERS OF QUALITY AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT SINCE 1936
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
AND
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE
WDL-2000
REAR-FOLD TRANSPORT CART
& HARROW SECTIONS
Version: 12600 (02-17)
Serial Number 20648 - higher
TO THE OWNER AND OPERATORS
Before assembling or operating this unit, READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY. To obtain
the best performance of the unit, familiarize yourself with each component and adjustment.
Store this manual where it can be readily available for future reference. In the event that the
harrow or any part of the unit should be sold, be sure that the new owner receives a copy of
this manual for their reference.
1330 Dallas Street ∙ PO Box 100 ∙ Sauk City WI 53583
Phone [phone] ∙ Toll Free [phone] ∙ Fax [phone]
www.flexharrow.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................3
LIMITED WARRANTY .....................................................................................................3
SAFETY ..............................................................................................................................4
CONTACT INFORMATION ..............................................................................................5
LIGHTING AND MARKING .............................................................................................6
SAFETY SIGN CARE.........................................................................................................7
TIRE SAFETY ............................................................................................................... 7 - 8
BEFORE OPERATION ................................................................................................. 7 - 8
DURING OPERATION................................................................................................. 8 - 9
FOLLOWING OPERATION ..............................................................................................9
HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORT OPERATIONS ...................................................... 9 - 10
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................10
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE SCHEDULE .............................................................11
OPERATING SUGGESTIONS .........................................................................................11
ASSEMBLY SUGGESTIONS ..........................................................................................12
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................13 – 37
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS ..................................................................................................37
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................................................................................38
BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................... APPENDIX A
PARTS DIAGRAMS AND LISTS ................................................................ APPENDIX B
LAYOUT DIAGRAMS ................................................................................. APPENDIX C
WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM ........................................................ LAST PAGE

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing your new McFarlane transport cart and harrow sections. We know that
you will get many years of dependable service from this modernly designed unit.
You may have had a particular application in mind when you purchased this unit. There are actually
many uses for the McFarlane harrow including incorporation of herbicides and pesticides, leveling
and smoothing tilled soil, and covering of broadcast seeds. Contact your dealer if you would like
more information or have questions concerning these or other applications.
LIMITED WARRANTY
FULL ONE - YEAR WARRANTY OF
WDL-2000 Models
If within one year from the date of purchase, this transport cart and/or its accompanying harrow
sections fail due to defect in material or workmanship, McFarlane Mfg. Co., Inc. will repair it, free
of charge.
Warranty service is available by simply contacting the nearest McFarlane dealership throughout the
United States or Canada.
This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States or Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to
state.
McFarlane Mfg. Co., Inc., Sauk City, Wisconsin 53583

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SAFETY
TAKE NOTE! THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL IS
USED TO CALL ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVING YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY
AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN
RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
THIS SYMBOL MEANS
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
SIGNAL WORDS:
Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION with the safety messages.
The appropriate signal word for each has been selected using the following guidelines:
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.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.

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CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have questions not answered in this manual, require additional copies, or the manual is
damaged, please contact your local dealer or:
McFarlane Mfg. Co., Inc.
1330 Dallas Street
P.O. Box 100
Sauk City, WI 53583
PHONE: [phone]
TOLL FREE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

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SAFETY FIRST!
Equipment Safety Guidelines
Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of
equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However,
every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a
more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by
observing the following precautions. To avoid personal injury, study the following precautions and
insist that those working with you, or for you, follow them.
Replace any CAUTION, WARNING, DANGER, or instruction safety decal that is not readable or
missing.
Do not attempt to operate this equipment under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Review the safety instructions with all users annually.
This equipment is dangerous to children and persons unfamiliar with its operation. The operator
should be a responsible adult familiar with farm machinery and trained in this equipment’s
operations. Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this unit until they have read this
manual and have developed a thorough understanding of the safety precautions and of how it
works.
To prevent injury, use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protective System (ROPS). Do not paint
over, remove, or deface any safety signs or warning decals on your equipment. Observe all safety
signs and practice the instructions on them.
Never exceed the limits of the transport cart or the harrows. If their ability to do a job, or to do so
safely, is in question - DO NOT TRY IT.
Lighting and Marking
It is the responsibility of the customer to know the lighting and marking requirements of the local
highway authorities and to install and maintain the equipment to provide compliance with the
regulations. Add extra lights when transporting at night or during periods of limited visibility.
Lighting kits are available from your dealer.
Safety Sign Care
Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible.
Replacement parts that display a safety sign should display the same sign.
Safety signs are available from your Distributor, Dealer Parts Department, or the factory.

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How to Install Safety Signs:
Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
Tire Safety
Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an
explosion which may result in serious injury or death.
Do not attempt to mount tires unless you have the proper equipment and experience to do the job.
Inflating or servicing tires can be dangerous. Whenever possible, trained personnel should be
called to service and/or mount tires.
Always order and install tires and wheels with appropriate capacity to meet or exceed the weight
of the unit. Be sure to inflate tires to tire manufacturer’s specifications
Tires that are provided by the manufacturer are designed for speeds LESS THAN 20mph. Do
Not exceed or tire failure will occur.
Remember:
Your best assurance against accidents is a careful and responsible operator. If there is any
portion of this manual or function you do not understand, contact your local authorized dealer
or the manufacturer.
Before Operation:
Carefully study and understand this manual.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing which may catch in moving parts.
Always wear protective clothing and substantial shoes.
It is recommended that suitable protective hearing and (eye protection) sight protectors be worn.
Keep wheel lug nuts or bolts tightened.
Assure that the tires are inflated evenly.
Give the unit a visual inspection for any loose bolts, worn parts, or cracked welds, and make
necessary repairs. Follow the maintenance safety instructions included in this manual.
Before using the hydraulics on the cart, be sure all fittings and connections are tight.
Be sure that there are no tools lying on the unit.
Make sure that the area is clear of children, animals, and other obstacles before using.
Don’t hurry the learning process or take the unit for granted. Ease into it and become familiar
with your new equipment. Practice operation of your new unit. Completely familiarize yourself
and other operators with its operation before using.

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Securely attach to towing unit. Use a high strength, appropriately sized hitch pin with a
mechanical retainer and attach safety chain.
Do not allow anyone to stand between the tongue or hitch and the towing vehicle when backing
up to the equipment.
During Operation:
SAFETY CHAIN - If equipment is going to be transported on a public highway, a safety chain
should be obtained and installed. Always follow state and local regulations regarding a safety
chain when towing farm equipment on a public highway. Be sure to check with local law
enforcement agencies for your own particular regulations. Only a safety chain (not an elastic or
nylon/plastic tow strap) should be used to retain the connection between the towing and towed
machines in the event of separation of the primary attaching system.
Install the safety chain by crossing the chains under the tongue and secure to the draw bar cage or
hitch or bumper frame.
Beware of bystanders, particularly children! Always look around to make sure that it is safe to
start the engine of the towing vehicle or move the unit. This is particularly important with higher
noise levels and quiet cabs, as you may not hear people shouting.
NO PASSENGERS ALLOWED - Do not carry passengers anywhere on, or in, the tractor or
equipment, except as required for operation.
Keep hands and clothing clear of moving parts.
Do not clean, lubricate, or adjust your equipment while it is moving.
When altering operation, even periodically, set the tractor or towing vehicle brakes, shut off the
engine, and remove the ignition key.
Do not operate the hydraulic cylinders without the flow restrictors installed; the free falling
harrow sections may cause serious injury.
Pick the levelest possible route when transporting across fields. Avoid the edges of ditches or
gullies and steep hillsides.
Periodically clear the equipment of brush, twigs, or other materials to prevent buildup of dry
combustible materials.
Maneuver the tractor or towing vehicle at safe speeds.
Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles. Contact with overhead lines could cause serious injury
or death.
Allow for unit length when making turns.
Do not walk or work under raised wings unless securely positioned in wing rests.
Keep all bystanders, pets, and livestock clear of the work area, particularly when raising or
lowering harrow sections.
Operate the towing vehicle from the operator’s seat only.

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As a precaution, always recheck the hardware on equipment periodically. Correct all problems.
Follow the maintenance safety procedures.
Following Operation:
When disconnecting, stop the tractor or towing vehicle, set the brakes, lock the wings together
with the tie-bar (see Transformation Instructions), relieve hydraulic fluid pressure, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition keys. Make sure all jack and support stands are in place before
removing hitch pins.
Store the unit in an area away from human activity on a hard level surface.
Do not park equipment where it will be exposed to livestock for long periods of time. Damage
and livestock injury could result.
Do not permit children to play on or around the stored unit.
Highway and Transport Operations:
Make sure all transport lock provisions are in place and jack/parking stands are in their storage
position before transporting the unit. Also, lock the wings together with the tie-bar (see
Transformation Instructions).
Adopt safe driving practices:
–Keep the brake pedals latched together at all times. NEVER USE INDEPENDENT
BRAKING WITH MACHINE IN TOW AS LOSS OF CONTROL AND/OR UPSET
OF UNIT MAY RESULT.
–Always drive at a safe speed relative to local conditions and ensure that your speed is low
enough for an emergency stop to be safe and secure. Keep speed to a minimum.
–Reduce speed prior to turns to avoid the risk of overturning.
–Avoid sudden uphill turns on steep slopes.
–Always keep the tractor or towing vehicle in gear to provide engine braking when going
downhill. Do not coast.
–Do not drink and drive!
Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on
public roads.
Use approved accessory lighting flags and necessary warning devices to protect operators of
other vehicles on the highway during daylight and nighttime transport. Various safety lights and
devices are available from your dealer.
The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities
prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking
requirements.
When driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 20 mph at night or driving
during the day, use flashing amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV)
identification emblem.

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Remember, tires supplied by the manufacturer are designed to operate LESS THAN 20mph. Do
Not exceed or tire failure will occur.
Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including
narrow bridges, intersections, etc. Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
Be observant of bridge loading ratings. Do not cross bridges rated lower than the gross weight at
which you are operating.
Watch for obstructions overhead and to the side while transporting.
Always operate equipment in a position to provide maximum visibility at all times. Make
allowances for increased length and weight of the equipment when making turns, stopping, etc.
Performing Maintenance:
Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
Before working on this machine, stop the tractor or towing vehicle, set the brakes, lower into
field position, relieve the hydraulic fluid pressure, shut off the engine and remove the ignition
keys.
Always use safety support and block the wheels. When performing maintenance, never use a
jack to support the machine. Assist the jack with blocks or other adequate support.
Use extreme caution when making adjustments.
When disconnecting hydraulic lines, shut off hydraulic supply and relieve all pressure.
Never use hands to locate a hydraulic leak on attachments. Use a piece of cardboard or wood.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin.
Openings in the skin and minor cuts are susceptible to infection from hydraulic fluid. If injured
by escaping hydraulic fluid, see a doctor at once. Gangrene can result. Without immediate
medical treatment, serious infection and reactions can occur.
When installing, replacing, or repairing hydraulic system cylinders or parts, make sure that the
entire system is charged and free of air before resuming operations. Failure to bleed the system
of all air can result in improper machine operation, causing severe injury.
After servicing, be sure all tools, parts, and service equipment are removed.
Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five bolts unless otherwise specified.
Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine factory
replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to original specifications. The
manufacturer will not claim responsibility for damages as a result of the use of unapproved parts
and/or accessories.
If equipment has been altered in any way from original design, the manufacturer does not accept
any liability for injury or warranty.

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE SCHEDULE
Prior to each use, check for loose bolts and replace lost or worn parts.
Grease hinge pins before each use when necessary.
Note: Clean grease fittings and replace those that are broken or missing.
Inspect and repack wheel bearings at the beginning of each year.
Remove dirt and debris from the harrow sections before storage.
Parts diagrams and listings for service and repair references may be found in appendix B.
OPERATING SUGGESTIONS
To maximize the harrow’s performance, it should be towed at speeds ranging from six to nine (6
- 9) mph. This keeps the field debris moving through the harrow sections and avoids clogging.
The best results will be obtained after the paint has been scoured from the teeth.
Choose the angle of attack of the harrow teeth based on field conditions. For more information
see the section titled Angle of Attack.
Getting the unit ready for field use includes the following steps:
1. Rotate the cylinder lock bars forward.
2. Disconnect the tie-bar on the left side and swing it forward and pin it to the stow bracket.
3. Slowly back up until the wings are even with the center bar and the pull tube contacts the
lock arm. As you back up, be sure the wings open evenly.
4. Rotate the toolbar down into field position only until the lock arm engages the pull tube and
locks it into place.
5. Drive forward and lower the unit into the field position.
Getting the unit ready for transport includes the following steps:
1. Rotate the harrows to the upright position.
2. Slowly drive forward until the wings are straight back behind the unit.
3. Rotate the cylinder lock bars back into the lock position.
4. Connect the tie-bar between the two wings.

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ASSEMBLY SUGGESTIONS
You will find the machine is easier to assemble if the set-up instructions are followed in the order
given in the manual.
Before beginning, sort the various bolt bags, hardware bags and hydraulic bags according to what
part of the unit that is being setup. Refer to the end of the parts listing in appendix B. Only open
the bag or bags that are required as the setup instructions are followed.
Whenever the terms “left” and “right” are used, it should be understood to mean when standing
behind and facing the unit. This is also known as the “driver’s left” and the “driver’s right.”
The term “field position” refers to the position the harrows are in when the unit is being used in
the field - that is, with the wings out and the harrow sections down.
The term “transport position” refers to the position the harrows would be in when the unit is
being transported from place to place - that is, with the harrows up and the wings folded and
secured with the tie-bar.
When assembling, make sure the parts are securely held before proceeding to the next step.
Bolt torque specifications are given in appendix A.
The hydraulic cylinder and hose requirements are listed in the parts listing in appendix B. It is
not recommended that other size cylinders or hoses be substituted. Hoses are marked with the
part number near the ends. The last three digits indicate the hose length in inches. Fittings with
a restrictor are marked with an ‘R’.
A dual acting hydraulics supply is required.
Tire requirements are also listed in the parts listing in appendix B.
Layout diagrams for each unit may be found in appendix C. Mark the page with the diagram that
refers to your unit, it will be referred to periodically throughout the manual.

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STEP - BY - STEP ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Main Frame Assembly
1. Bolt the square frame to the A-frame. Refer to Figure 2. Use sixteen 5/8” x 2” bolts, lock
washers, and hex nuts. Be sure to include frame cable guide ring as shown in Figure 2a.
2. Bolt the main frame axle assemblies to the frame. Use 5/8” x 2” bolts, lock washers, and hex
nuts. Refer to Figure 2a to attach the axle cable guide brackets with 5/8” x 2 1/2” bolts. Note the
orientation of the walking axle when installing this option.
3. Mount the wheels with 11L x 15 tires on the main frame axle assemblies.
4. Attach the 10” jack to the A-frame. Attach the hose post using the 1/2 x 8 x 5 u-bolts, lock
washers and hex nuts.
SQUARE FRAME
AXLE
ASSEMBLY
5/8" x 2" BOLTS, LOCK WASHERS,
AND HEX NUTS
A-FRAME
JACK
STAND
1 X 6 1/2 BOLTS AND
LOCKING NUTS
HOSE POST
Figure 2

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Figure 2a
5. Assemble either a clevis hitch (Figure 3) or a pintle hitch (Figure 4) as required by the tractor or
towing vehicle. Note the opposite orientation of the base hitch for each hitch type. Attach the
hitch assembly to the A-frame with two 1” x 6 1/2” bolts and locking nuts.
Parts have been provided to assemble a clevis hitch or a pintle hitch. Not all the included parts will
be needed to assemble either type of hitch. Be sure to store the extra parts in a safe place; they will
be needed if one requires the use of the other hitch type.
Note: For clarity purposes, the rest of the diagrams will be shown with out the main axles and rims.
3/4" x 5" BOLT
AND HEX NUT
CLEVIS
BASE
HITCH
3/4" x 2 1/2" BOLT
BASE HITCH
OR
V-PLATE
CUSHION
TOP PLATE
CLEVIS HITCH PINTLE HITCH
Figure 3 Figure 4

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Attach the Safety Chains
Attach the Safety Chain as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5
Attach the Center Bar to the Square Frame
Figure 6
1. Attach the center bar to the square frame. Refer to Figure 6. Use the 1 1/2” x 11 1/16” hinge
pins, 1/2” x 3” grade 8 bolts, and locking hex nuts.
2. Without using the hydraulics, attach the ASAE 16” cylinders to the cylinder posts on the square
frame and to the center bar hinge plate. Note the locations of the ports and the direction of travel.
Use the 1 1/4” x 6 3/4” cylinder pins with 3 holes. The extra portion of the pin should be
position to the outside of the unit.

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Install the Main Frame Hydraulics
Refer to Figure 7 and the hydraulic system diagram in appendix B for more details.
Figure 7
1. Insert all fittings into each of the ports on the cylinders. For proper placement of fittings, refer
to the diagram and listing in appendix B. Do not over tighten.
2. Connect all hoses as shown above and in appendix B. Be sure to run the hoses through the
brackets that are welded to the main frame.
Before further assembly, the hydraulic system must be filled with oil. Attach the unit to a tractor and
connect the hydraulic lines. Using hydraulic controls rotate the center bar and wings several times to
fill the cylinders and hoses with oil.

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Attach the Cylinder Lock Bars
Bolt the cylinder lock bars to the cylinder posts on the main square frame. Refer to Figure 8. Use
the lynch pins provided to secure into place. Note the location of the storage pin for the cylinder
lock bar when the unit is in the field position. Use the bridge pin provided.
CYLINDER
PIN
MAIN FRAME
CENTER
BAR
CYLINDER LOCK BAR
CYLINDER LOCK
STORAGE PIN
Figure 8
Attach the Wings to the Center Bar
1. Attach the hinge knuckles to the center bar. Use 1 3/4” diameter hinge knuckle pins, 5/8” x 4
1/2” grade 8 bolts, and locking hex nuts. Refer to Figure 9.
2. Attach the wings to the hinge knuckles using the remaining 1 3/4” diameter hinge knuckle pins,
5/8” x 4” grade 8 bolts, and locking hex nuts. The wing axle end plate should be offset towards
the front of the unit as shown in figure 9.
*NOTE: Be sure the wings are orientated correctly. Both wings are marked left hand and right
hand and a visual reference can be made by looking at Figure 10.

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1 3/4" x 10 1/16" HINGE
KNUCKLE PINS
LEFT WING
HINGE KNUCKLE
CENTER BAR
FRONT
(FIELD POSITION)
Figure 9
Attach the Wing Wheels
FIELD POSITION WING WHEEL AXLE
FRONT
LOCK WASHERS,
AND HEX NUTS
5/8" x 2" BOLTS,
Figure 10
1. Mount the field position axles to the ends of the wings as shown in Figure 10 (note the location
of the gussets). Use eight 5/8” x 2” bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts.
2. Mount the wheels with 11L x 15 tires on the wing wheel axle assemblies.

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Mount the Lift Arms
1. Refer to the appropriate layout diagram in appendix C. Place a mark on the center bar and wings
at the locations for each of the lift arms. Be sure the dimensions are for your unit.
2. Center a lift arm on each of these marks and secure using two 1/2” x 9 1/2” (1/2” x 11” for 2070
and 2080 models) bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts for each lift arm. Refer to Figure 11.
*NOTE: There are four special lift arms that have a hydraulic hose clip welded to them. They are to
be installed on either side of the hinge knuckle on the center bar and wings. See the figure below.
TOOL BAR
PLACEMENT MARK
LIFT ARMS
1/2 X 9 1/2 BOLTS,
LOCK WASHERS AND HEX NUTS
LEFT WING
CYLINDER POST
LIFT ARMS WITH
HYDRAULIC HOSE CLIP
Figure 11

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3. Bolt an 8-link pull chain in between each of the lift arm pull points Use 1/2” x 2” bolts, lock
washers, and hex nuts. Note: The heavy-duty center harrow section option requires a 4-link pull
chain on the 4 lift arms on the center bar.
1/2" x 2" BOLT,
LOCK WASHER, AND
HEX NUT
8 OR 10-LINK PULL CHAIN
Figure 12
4. Bolt an 8-link lift chain between the chain tabs at the rear end of each lift arm. Note: The heavy-
duty center harrow section option requires a 5-link chain on the 4 lift arms on the center bar.
Figure 13