Ogden RCR812 User manual

Owner’s Manual
Read, Understand, and Follow the information and procedures in this
manual to safely operate and maintain the Hay Runner wheel rake.
For Hay Rakes after serial #01425

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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION ...........................2
1.1 Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 Description and Intended Use . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.5 Intended Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.6 Operator Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.7 Product Improvements . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.9 Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2. SAFETY..................................5
2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Safety Icons Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4 General Safety Instruction . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5 Operation Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.6 Transporting Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.7 Storage Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.8 Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.9 Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3. SAFETY SIGNS AND LABELS ..............10
3.1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2 Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.3 How to Install Replacement Safety Signs . . 10
3.4 Safety Sign Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4. ASSEMBLY ..............................14
4.1 Assembly Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
4.2 Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.3 Tongue Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.4 Attach the Tongue Assembly . . . . . . . . 15
4.5 Rake Arm Transport Locks . . . . . . . . . 16
4.6 Attach Optional Single or Double
Wheel Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4.7 Hay Rake Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.8 Adjust Height of Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.9 Grease the Pivot Pins . . . . . . . . . . . .17
4.10 Optional Center Wheel Kit . . . . . . . . . 18
5. INITIAL SET UP...........................20
5.1 Setting Up the Wheel Rake . . . . . . . . . 20
5.2 Attaching to Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
5.3 Purge Air from Hydraulic Lines and
Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
5.4 Level the Rake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.5 Wing Extension Adjustment . . . . . . . . . 21
5.6 Rake Angle Adjustment
(rear center rake wheels) . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.7 Rake Angle Adjustment
(front center rake wheels) . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.8 Adjust Rake Wheel Ground Pressure . . . . 23
6. WHEEL RAKE OPERATION.................24
6.1 User Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.2 Hydraulic Requirements . . . . . . . . . . .24
6.3 Using the Wheel Rake. . . . . . . . . . . .25
6.4 Detaching From Tractor . . . . . . . . . . .27
7. TRANSPORTING .........................28
7.1 Transporting Safety (Road) . . . . . . . . . 28
7.2 Transporting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . 28
8. STORAGE ...............................29
8.1 Placing In Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
9. MAINTENANCE ..........................30
9.1 General Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . 30
9.2 Work Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9.3 Parts Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9.4 Hydraulic System Safety . . . . . . . . . . 31
9.5 Welding Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
9.6 Wheel Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
9.7 Replacing Tines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
9.8 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
9.9 Replacing Rake Wheel Tension Spring . . . 34
10. TROUBLESHOOTING .....................36
11. REPLACEMENT PARTS....................37
11.1 Ordering Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
12. WARRANTY .............................46

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1. Introduction
1.1 Welcome
RCR812 Hay Runner™ Family of Wheel Rakes
Congratulations on your choice of an Ogden
Metalworks, Inc. RCR812 family of wheel rakes.
The Hay Runner wheel rake has been engineered
and built for ease of operation and long service life.
Many features incorporated into this wheel rake are
the result of suggestions made by customers like
you. Read this manual carefully to learn how to
operate the wheel rake safely and how to set it to
provide maximum efficiency.
By following the operating instructions, in
conjunction with a good maintenance program, your
Ogden Metalworks wheel rake will provide many
years of trouble-free service.
1.2 Description and Intended Use
This wheel rake is designed to invert cut hay or
other forage crops to allow wet hay on the bottom of
the swath to be exposed to sun and wind, to merge
swaths together, and to narrow the swath into a
windrow of the required width for harvester or baler
pick-up. Our family of rakes has eight, ten, or twelve
wheels with an optional set of front-mounted kicker
wheels to turn the center of the windrow.
1.3 Safe Operation
Safe, efcient, and trouble-free operation of your
wheel rake requires that you, and anyone else
who will be using or maintaining the unit, read and
understand the information contained within this
manual and other related OEM equipment manuals.
Store this manual in the Manual Canister on the
tongue for future reference.
WARNING
To prevent personal injury or even death, be
sure you read, understand, and follow all of the
instructions in this manual and other related
OEM equipment manuals! The wheel rake, if not
used and maintained properly, can be dangerous
to users unfamiliar with its operation. Do not
allow operating, maintaining, adjusting, or
cleaning of this wheel rake until the user has
developed a thorough understanding of the
safety precautions and functions of the unit.
This wheel rake is designed for the specic
purpose of raking hay and other forage crops.
DO NOT modify or use this wheel rake for any
application other than that for which it was
designed.
Wheel rakes maintained or operated improperly
or by untrained personnel can be dangerous;
exposing the user and bystanders to severe
injury or even death.

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1.4 Specifications
DESCRIPTION RCR 8 RCR 10 RCR 12
Raking Width*
Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
17’ 22’ 6” 19’ 22’ 6” 21’ 26’ 6”
Number of Wheels 8 10 12
Weight in Pounds 1960 2135 2300
Minimum Maximum
Transport Width** 8’ 10’ 6”
Transport Length** 17’ 21’
Transport Height** 9’ 11’
Windrow Width** 3’ 6’
Wheel Hubs & Bearings Greasable Tapered Roller Bearings
Wheel Diameter 55” & 60”
Tine Diameter 7 mm & 7.5 mm
Number Of Tines Per Wheel 40
Rake Wheel Suspension Independent Arm For Each Wheel – Teon Bushings
Ground Pressure Adjustment At Pivot
Hydraulic Cylinders Patented Adjustable Torsion Spring On Each Wheel
Hydraulic Pressure 3” x 12” Double Acting
Requirement Minimum 1900 PSI
Hydraulic Remote Ports Required One Set
Tires 205/75-15”
Hydraulic Center Wheel Kit Optional
Walking Tandem Axles Optional
Wind Guards Optional
* Will vary depending on crop conditions ** Dimensions vary per model
1.5 Intended Usage
Do not use this wheel rake for any other purpose than
its intended use of raking hay and other forage crops.
If the wheel rake is used or altered in any way
from the original design, the manufacturer does
not accept any liability for injury or warranty.
1.6 Operator Orientation
The directions left, right, front, and rear, as
mentioned throughout this manual, are as seen from
the tractor operator’s seat and facing in the direction
of travel.
1.7 Product Improvements
Because Ogden Metalworks maintains an ongoing
program of product improvement, we reserve the
right to make improvements in design or changes
in specifications without incurring any obligation to
install them on units previously sold.
1.8 Disposal of Equipment at End of Useful
Life
The Ogden Metalworks family of wheel rakes have
been designed for the specific purpose of raking hay
and other forage crops. When this unit is no longer
capable of doing its designed purpose, it should be
dismantled and scrapped. Do not use any materials
or components from this unit for any other purpose.

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1.9 Serial Number Location
The hay rake’s serial number is located on the
center tube of the main frame near the rear of the
unit. Please use this number when requesting
service, seeking information, or ordering parts.
Record the serial number in the space provided for
easy reference when contacting Ogden Metalworks
with questions.
Serial Number _____________________________
Model Number ____________________________
Purchase Date ____________________________
Dealer ___________________________________
Address _________________________________
_________________________________
Phone Number ____________________________
1.10 Owner/Operator Manual Storage
Store the Operator manual and other operating
materials in the document storage tube located on
the tongue.
1.11 Unanswered Questions
If you have any questions not answered in this
manual, require additional copies, or the manual is
damaged, please contact your dealer or:
Ogden Metalworks
PO Box 128
301 N. Marilyn Ave.
Ogden, IL 61859
PH: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.ogdenmetalworks.com
email: [email protected]

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2. Safety
2.1 General
Most work-related accidents are caused by failure
to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An
accident can often be avoided by recognizing
potentially hazardous situations before an accident
occurs. As you operate and maintain the wheel rake
you must be alert to potential hazards. You should
also have the necessary training, skills, and tools to
perform any assembly procedure.
Improper operation or maintenance of this unit could
cause a dangerous situation that results in injury or
death.
Do not use this unit until you read and understand
the information contained in this manual. Do not use
the wheel rake for anything other than its intended
purpose.
Do not use the wheel rake until you
read and understand the information
contained in this manual.
Safety precautions and warnings are provided
in this manual and on the unit. If these hazard
warnings are not followed, bodily injury or death
could occur to you or other persons.
Ogden Metalworks cannot anticipate every
possible circumstance that might involve
a potential hazard. The warnings in this
manual and on the product are, therefore,
not all‑inclusive. If a method of operation not
specically recommended by us is used, you
must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and
others. You should also ensure that the unit
will not be damaged or be made unsafe by the
methods that you choose.
The information, specifications, and illustrations in
this manual are based on the information that was
available at the time this material was written and
can change at any time.
2.2 Safety Alert Symbol
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
This manual contains DANGERS, WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS, IMPORTANT NOTICES, and NOTES
which must be followed to prevent the possibility
of improper service, damage to the equipment,
personal injury, or death. The following keywords
call the readers attention to potential hazards.
Hazards are identified by the “Safety Alert Symbol”
and followed by a signal word such as “DANGER”,
“WARNING”, or “CAUTION”.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is limited to the
most extreme situations.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE
Indicates that equipment or property damage can
result if instructions are not followed.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Safety instructions (or equivalent) signs
indicate specic safety-related instructions or
procedures.
Note: Contains additional information important to a
procedure.

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2.3 Safety Icons Nomenclature
This manual and the equipment have numerous
safety symbols. These safety symbols indicate
important information about personal injury hazards.
2.3.1 Personal Protection/Important
Information
Read the manual
Maintenance procedure
Eye protection
Hand protection
Inspect equipment
Do not weld
Use proper tools
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Warning decal alert
Stop machine engine
Check/Maintain Fluid Levels
Place in neutral
Remove key
STOP
Stop engine
Set parking brake
2.3.2 Prohibited Actions
No riders
No children
2.3.3 Hazard Avoidance
Safety alert symbol
Crushing hazard
Crushing hazard
Falling hazard
Fire hazard
Hot surface
Sharp object hazard
High pressure fluid hazard
0
Zero pressure
Entanglement hazard
Defective or broken part
Maintain safe distance
Pinch point hazard
Pinch point hazard
Pinch point hazard
Electrocution hazard
Tip over hazard

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2.4 General Safety Instruction
The owner/operator is responsible for the SAFE
use and maintenance of the wheel rake. Make sure
anyone who is operating, maintaining, or working
around the wheel rake is familiar with the operating
and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY
information contained in this manual. This manual
will take you step-by-step through your working
day and alerts you to all good safety practices that
should be used while using the wheel rake.
In addition to the design features of the wheel
rake, including safety signs, accident prevention is
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence,
and proper training of the people involved in the
operation, maintenance, and storage of the wheel
rake.
These general safety instructions apply to the overall
use and maintenance of the wheel rake.
In addition to this safety section, also refer to
safety messages and instructions in each of the
appropriate sections of this manual.
More specific instructions on safety are found in the
operation, transporting, maintenance, and storage
sections of this manual. Refer to these sections
before performing any of these tasks.
WARNING
Failure to comply with
the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury and
possibly even death if they are not understood
and followed.
Provide User with Literature
The wheel rake’s owner must provide
operator instructions to anyone using the
wheel rake before use, and at least annually
thereafter. Refer to “2.10 OSHA Training
Requirements” on page 8.
Stay Clear
Clear the area of people, especially small
children, before using the wheel rake.
Under no circumstances should young children
be allowed to work with or around the wheel
rake.
Crush Hazard
Hydraulic or mechanical failure can allow a
wing to drop suddenly without warning.
Do not allow anyone to walk under or stand near
a raised rake arm.
Impaired User Hazard
Do not attempt to assemble,
operate, or maintain this wheel rake
under the inuence of drugs or alcohol. Consult
your doctor before using this wheel rake while
taking prescription medications.
Fall or Crush Hazard
Do not allow anyone to ride
on the tractor or the wheel
rake. Falling or crushing hazards could result in
severe injuries or death.
No Unauthorized Modifications
Do not modify the wheel rake or its
safety devices. Do not weld on the
unit. Unauthorized modications may affect the
unit’s function, or create safety hazards.
Damaged Parts Hazard
Do not use the wheel rake if any parts
are damaged. If the wheel rake is
believed to have a defect which could cause it
to work improperly, immediately stop using it
and remedy the problem before continuing.
Fall Hazard
Do not use the unit as a work
platform. Do not stand on top of the
unit at any time. Do not ride on the unit or allow
others to ride on it.
CAUTION
The following safety
instructions are
provided to help prevent potential injury. Not
following these instructions may lead to injury.
Personal Protection Equipment
When using this wheel rake, wear appropriate
personal protective equipment. This list may
include, but is not limited to:
• Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
• Protective eyewear
• Protective clothing and gloves
• Hearing protection

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Hearing Loss
Prolonged Exposure To Loud Noise May
Cause Permanent Hearing Loss!
Working environments with noise‑producing
equipment can cause partial to permanent
hearing loss. We recommend using hearing
protection any time noise levels exceed 80
decibels (dB). Noise levels over 85 dB, on a
long‑term basis, can cause severe hearing loss.
Noise levels over 90 dB over a period of time can
cause permanent and even total hearing loss.
Hearing loss from loud noise is cumulative over
a lifetime without hope of natural recovery.
Crush Hazard
The tractor should be equipped with
a Roll Over Protective Structure
(ROPS) and a seat belt. A crushing hazard may
occur if the driver is ejected from the seat while
the tractor is in motion. Fasten the seat belt
whenever the tractor is moving.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety
instructions are provided to
help prevent injury or limit equipment damage.
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Replace any missing or hard‑to‑read safety
signs or instructional labels. Use care
when washing or cleaning the wheel rake.
Replacement safety sign locations and part
numbers are provided in this manual and are
available from an authorized dealer parts
department or the factory.
First Aid Kit
Have a rst aid kit available for use should
the need arise and know how to use it.
Fire Extinguisher
Have a re extinguisher available for use
should the need arise and know how to
use it.
2.5 Operation Safety
Refer to “6.1 User Safety” on page 24 for safety
recommendations related to using the wheel rake.
All applicable safety recommendations in other
sections should also be followed.
2.6 Transporting Safety
Refer to “2.6 Transporting Safety” on page 8 for
safety recommendations related to transporting the
wheel rake. All applicable safety recommendations
in other sections should also be followed.
2.7 Storage Safety
Refer to “2.7 Storage Safety” on page 8 for
safety recommendations related to storing the wheel
rake. All applicable safety recommendations in
other sections should also be followed.
2.8 Maintenance Safety
Refer to “9. Maintenance” on page 30 for safety
recommendations related to maintaining the wheel
rake. All applicable safety recommendations in
other sections should also be followed.
2.9 Training
Anyone who will be using and/or maintaining the
wheel rake must read, clearly understand, and
follow ALL safety, operation, and maintenance
information presented in this manual, other related
OEM manuals, and the safety signs
If you do not understand any information in
this manual, see your dealer or contact Ogden
Metalworks before proceeding.
Do not use or allow anyone else to use this wheel
rake until all information has been reviewed.
Annually review this manual before the season start-
up.
Make periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION
of the wheel rake a standard practice. An untrained
operator is not qualified to use this wheel rake.
2.10 OSHA Training Requirements
The following training requirements have been taken
from Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations Part
1928.57 (a) (6). www.osha.gov.
Operator instructions. At the time of initial
assignment and at least annually thereafter, the
employer shall instruct every employee who
operates an agricultural tractor and implements
in the safe operating practices and servicing of
equipment with which they are or will be involved,
and of any other methods dictated by the work
environment.

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2.11 Federal Laws and Regulations
IMPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS
CONCERNING EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND OPERATORS
This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of the following federal laws and
regulations. It is not intended as a legal interpretation of the laws and should not be considered as such.
U.S. PUBLIC LAW 91‑596 (The Williams‑Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970) OSHA
This Act Seeks:
“ ... to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation safe and healthful working conditions and to preserve
our human resources ... “
DUTIES
Sec. 5(a) Each Employer ‑
(1) shall furnish to each of its employees employment and a place of employment which are free
from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to
its employees.
(2) shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under this Act.
(b) Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards
and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to this Act which are
applicable to his or her own actions and conduct.
OSHA Regulations
Current OSHA regulations state in part: “At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter, the
employer shall instruct every employee in the safe operation and servicing of all equipment with which the
employee is, or will be involved.” These will include (but are not limited to) instructions to:
Keep all guards in place when the machine is in operation;
Permit no riders on equipment;
Stop engine, disconnect the power source, and wait for all machine movement to stop before
servicing, adjusting, cleaning, or unclogging the equipment, except where the machine must be
running to be properly serviced or maintained, in which case the employer shall instruct employees
as to all steps and procedures which are necessary to safely service or maintain equipment.
Make sure no one is within 300 feet of machinery before starting the engine, engaging power,
or operating the machine.
EMPLOYEE TRACTOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Securely fasten your seat belt if the tractor has a ROPS.
2. Where possible, avoid operating the tractor near ditches, embankments, and holes.
3. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes, and on rough, slick, or muddy surfaces.
4. Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.
5. Watch where you are going, especially at row ends, on roads, and around trees.
6. Do not permit others to ride.
7. Operate the tractor smoothly - no jerky turns, starts, or stops.
8. Hitch only to the drawbar and hitch points recommended by tractor manufacturers.
9. When tractor is stopped, set brakes securely and use park lock if available.
Child Labor Under 16 Years Old
Some regulations specify that no one under the age of 16 may operate power machinery. It is your
responsibility to know what these regulations are in your own area or situation. (Refer to U.S. Dept. of Labor,
Employment Standard Administration, Wage & Home Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102).

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3. SAFETY SIGNS AND LABELS
3.1 General Information
The types of safety signs (hazard labels) and
instructional labels, along with their locations on the
equipment, are shown in the following illustrations.
Good safety practices require that you familiarize
yourself with the various safety signs, the type
of warning, and the area or particular operation
related to that area that requires your SAFETY
AWARENESS.
THINK
SAFETY!
Think SAFETY!
Work SAFELY!
Pay close attention to the safety signs and
instructional labels attached to the tractor and the
wheel rake. Duplicate safety signs, which are
attached to the wheel rake, can also be found in this
section. If the wheel rake is missing a label or one
is unreadable, replace the label before using the
wheel rake.
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SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Signs and
Instructional Labels
1. Keep safety signs or instructional labels clean
and legible at all times. Use a clean, damp
cloth to clean safety decals.
2. Replace any missing or hard‑to‑read safety
signs or instructional labels.
3. Use care when washing or cleaning the
equipment not to remove or damage the
labels. When using a pressure washer to
clean the wheel rake, avoid spraying too close
to decals; high‑pressure water can enter
through very small scratches or under edges
of decals causing them to peel or come off.
4. Locations for the labels and replacement part
numbers are shown in this section.
5. Replacement parts must have replacement
labels attached during installation and/or
before the wheel rake is used.
6. Labels are available from your authorized
dealer or from Ogden Metalworks at no
charge.
3.2 Decals
WARNING
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serious
injury or death from not following posted safety
instructions, make sure all decals are attached
to the unit and are legible at all times.
Safety decals provide a vital role in helping to
reduce injuries and/or possibly even death. To
ensure the greatest level of safety, all decals must
be in place and legible at all times. Remember, it is
the user’s responsibility to maintain these decals.
All decals must be in place and legible or all
warranties are void.
3.3 How to Install Replacement Safety
Signs
1. Clean and dry the installation area.
Note: Do not install the signs if the temperature is
below 50°F.
2. Determine the exact position before you remove
the backing paper.
3. Remove the backing paper.
4. Align the sign over the specified area and
carefully press the sign to the part/frame.
Note: Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin
and smoothed out using the piece of backing
paper.

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3.4 Safety Sign Locations
Item Part
Number
Description Qty.
1 HR169 Decal, Warning Operating 1
2 HR170 Decal, Overhead Hazard 2
3 0-70 Decal, Caution Stay Clear 5
4 HR171 Decal, Warning Pinch Point 2
5 0-82 Decal, Hydraulic Caution 1
6 0-71 Decal, Red Reector 2
7 B489A Decal, Yellow Reector 2

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3.4.1 Wheel Rake Safety Signs
1.
2.
3.
4.

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4. Assembly
4.1 Assembly Area
1. The assembly area should be a clean, at, solid
surface.
2. It will be necessary to use a lifting mechanism
such as a forklift or overhead lifting device.
3. Sturdy supports or blocking may also be needed.
Note: When reading the assembly instructions, the
directions (LEFT and RIGHT) are always
referred to from standing behind the piece of
equipment (BACK) looking forward toward
the tractor (FRONT).
4.2 Quick Reference Guide
1. With the rake on the ground and the rake arms in
the raised and locked position, support the front
of rake right behind the shipping support stand.
2. Remove the shipping support stand.
3. If a center wheel kit is not being installed, the
tongue extension can be removed. Typically
the tongue extension would only be removed to
shorten the overall length of the unit which is not
commonly done. For detailed information refer to
“4.3 Tongue Extension” on page 14.
4. Attach the tongue assembly. For detailed
information refer to”4.4 Attach the Tongue
Assembly” on page 15.
5. Connect hydraulic supply and return hoses.
6. Release the transport lock on both rake arms.
For detailed information refer to “4.5 Rake Arm
Transport Locks” on page 16.
7. Lower the rake arms and, if necessary, attach
the single or double rake wheel extension. For
detailed information refer to “4.6 Attach Optional
Single or Double Wheel Extension” on page
16.
a. The unit is already set up for an eight wheel
configuration.
b. For a ten wheel configuration, attach the
single rake wheel extension.
c. For a twelve wheel extension, attach the
double rake wheel extension.
8. Install the optional center wheel kit. For detailed
information refer to “4.7 Hay Rake Wheels” on
page 17.
9. Adjust the height of the hitch. For detailed
information refer to “4.8 Adjust Height of Hitch” on
page 17.
10. Grease the pivot pins. For detailed information
refer to “4.9 Grease the Pivot Pins” on page
17
11. Install any other optional accessories, such as
the center wheel kit. For detailed information
refer to “4.10 Optional Center Wheel Kit” on
page 18.
4.3 Tongue Extension
The tongue extension comes standard with every
rake; however, it can be removed to shorten the
length of the tongue.

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Note: The tongue extension is required to mount the Dual Center Wheel
kit if purchased, as shown.
To remove the tongue extension, follow these steps.
1. Unfold both wings (all the way down), so the rake
wheels rest on the ground.
2. Unhook the hydraulic hoses from the tractor.
3. Loosen the hose holder clamp on top of the
tongue and move the hoses to the rear main
frame.
4. Use the jack stand to raise the front of the wheel
rake. Move the tractor away from the work area.
5. Place large, sturdy blocks under the center of the
main frame. Make sure the blocks, and the main
frame are stable before lowering the jack stand.
6. Lower the jack stand and remove it. All the
weight of the main frame should be resting on the
blocking.
7. Securely attach a lifting strap to the tongue.
Position the strap to balance the weight of the
tongue as it is removed.
8. Remove the six 5/8” bolts, lock washers, and nuts
connecting the tongue to either the main frame
or the tongue extension. Place the tongue away
from the work area.
CAUTION
The tongue weighs
approximately
96 pounds and may cause crushing injuries if
not handled properly.
9. If removing the tongue extension, securely attach
a lifting strap to the tongue extension. Position
the strap to balance the weight of the tongue as
it is removed. Remove the six 5/8” bolts, lock
washers, and nuts connecting the tongue to the
main frame.
CAUTION
The tongue extension
weighs approximately
80 pounds and may cause crushing injuries if
not handled properly.
10. Attach the tongue or the tongue extension with
six 5/8” bolts, lock washers, and nuts each.
Tighten the nuts to the standard torque.
11. Reroute and attach the hoses to the frame.
4.4 Attach the Tongue Assembly
Support the frame assembly.
CAUTION
Stay clear of the wheel
rake while it is
temporarily supported. Do not work under any
part of the unit.
1. Remove the six 5/8” bolts, lock washers, and nuts
connecting the shipping support stand to the main
frame.
2. Attach the tongue assembly using the removed
hardware.
3. Tighten the nuts to the standard torque.

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4. Attach the jack stand, remove the blocking, and
lower the tongue to the desired height.
5. Make sure the slow-moving sign is installed
before transporting.
4.5 Rake Arm Transport Locks
The wheel rake is shipped with the transport locks
in the locked position to prevent the wings from
lowering unexpectedly.
1. Before applying hydraulic pressure, make sure
the transport locks are unlocked and pinned in
the unlocked position.
NOTICE
If the transport locks are not
unlocked and the wheel rake
arms are lowered, the locks are designed to break
away if enough pressure is applied. If the locks are
damaged in any way, do not use the wheel rake.
Repair any damage before continuing to use the
wheel rake.
2. Place the lock pin through the transport lock and
install the retainer clip.
4.6 Attach Optional Single or Double Wheel
Extension
1. Attach the rake wheel extension with four 1/2”
bolts, lock washers, and nuts. Tighten the nuts to
the standard torque.

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4.7 Hay Rake Wheels
1. The hay rake has right and left-hand rake wheels,
and it is important they are installed correctly.
2. The rake tines at the bottom of the wheel where
the tine touches the ground should point forward
(toward the tractor).
3. The carriage bolt heads in the center of the wheel
that bolt down the rake tines should be on the
side of the wheel that touches the hay.
4.8 Adjust Height of Hitch
NOTICE
The tongue clevis is adjust‑
able and should be adjusted,
so the rake is as level as possible when raking.
1. Remove the two retaining bolts and adjust the
hitch to the desired height.
2. Reinstall both mounting bolts and tighten the
hardware.
CAUTION
Use only OEM‑supplied
hardware to mount the
hitch to the hay rake frame. Use of a lesser grade
bolt could result in failure of the hitch causing
property damage or personal injury.
4.9 Grease the Pivot Pins
Once the unit is assembled, grease the following
three pivot point locations. If the rake has been sitting
for an extended period of time, refer to the Lubrication
section and grease the remaining grease points.
1. Grease the two mainframe hinge pins; one on
each side.
2. Grease the two rake arm hinge pins; one on each
side.
3. Grease the rake arms. Move the arms up
and down several times to ensure complete
lubrication.
The zerks for the rake arms are on the bottom side of the tube.

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4.10 Optional Center Wheel Kit
The Center Wheel Kit mounts on the front of the
wheel rake and is designed to move the hay that
lays in the center of the row that would not be
moved by the main rake assemblies.
Use the hydraulic valve on the cylinder to raise and
lower with the center wheel rakes.
When transporting, raise the center wheel rakes
then close the hydraulic valve.
Use the following instructions and the parts book
page as item number reference to install the center
wheel kit on the tongue extension.
1. Start by attaching the rake to a tractor. Unfold the
rake arms with the rake wheels at on the ground.
CAUTION
Release all hydraulic
pressure.
2. Loosely attach mount plate (1) to the tongue
extension using two 5/8” U-bolts (5), four lock
washers (6), and four hex nuts (7).
Note: When mounting the plate, the end with the
largest gap between the ear and the U-bolt
faces the front.
3. Slide the mount plate forward until the U-bolt
hits the weld on the tongue extension but stays
straight perpendicular to the plate. Tighten the
four nuts.
4. Install left-hand rake arm (8) in the front ears of
the mount plate and right-hand rake arm (10) in
the back ears using pivot pin (2), at washer (3),
and a cotter pin (4).
Note: Insert pivots pins (2) from the rake wheel side
with the two bent ears facing up and sliding
around the ear of the mount plate.
5. Loosely install cylinder mount plate (37) with
the welded lug angling backward with two 5/8”
U-bolts (5), four lock washers (6), and four hex
nuts (7).
6. Position the back of the cylinder mount plate
42-1/4” from the front of the pivot mount plate.
7. Install cylinder (27) with the fittings facing the left
side of the rake to the cylinder mount plate. Install
cylinder pin (28) with cotter pin (4).
8. Extend the cylinder rod and connect it to the
linkage arm (9) using cylinder pin (28) and cotter
pin (4).
Note: The slots in the linkage arm are convex
shaped, and the ends must be installed
facing upward like a smile (not a frown).
9. Attach each rake arm to linkage (9) using pins
(41), washers (3), and clips (29).
10. Use one hose (33) and connect it to the
cylinder’s rod end port and then into the t-fitting
in the system’s supply hose.