Repossi RA RAKE 12+12 VS Operating instructions

USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
“Translation of original Instructions”
WHEEL RAKE
Model: RA RAKE 12+12 VS – 14+14 VS
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Please read this manual carefully before using the machine
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INDEX
-1- ABOUT THIS MANUAL ................................................................................ 4
1.1 Manual updates ................................................................................................................ 4
1.2 Copyright ........................................................................................................................... 5
1.3 CE Marking and identification of the machine ................................................................. 5
1.4 Information about the machine ........................................................................................
1.5 Noise level ....................................................................................................................... 12
1. Storage ............................................................................................................................ 13
1.7 First use or use after a long period of storage ................................................................ 14
1.8 Decommissioning ............................................................................................................ 14
1.9 Safety and accident prevention instructions................................................................... 15
1.10 Safety signs ..................................................................................................................... 17
-2- HANDLIN AND TRANSPORT .................................................................... 24
-3- transport on public roads ......................................................................... 26
-4- MACHINE OPERATION .............................................................................. 28
4.1 Controls and instruments ................................................................................................ 29
4.2 Visibility ........................................................................................................................... 29
-5- HITCHIN THE MACHINE TO THE TRACTOR AND CHAN IN SET-UP ........ 30
5.1 Hitching the machine to the tractor ............................................................................... 30
5.2 Set-up for road transport ................................................................................................ 32
5.3 Set-up for work in fields .................................................................................................. 37
-6- USE OF THE MACHINE .............................................................................. 43
.1 First use of the machine .................................................................................................. 43
.2 Working process.............................................................................................................. 45
.3 Adjusting the working speed .......................................................................................... 4
.4 Stopping the machine ..................................................................................................... 4
.5 Unhitching the machine from the tractor ....................................................................... 4
-7- SETTIN S ................................................................................................. 48
7.1 Adjusting the working speed .......................................................................................... 48
7.2 Working height adjustment ............................................................................................ 48
-8- MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................... 51
8.1 Maintenance work which can be carried out by the operator ....................................... 53
8.2 Greasing .......................................................................................................................... 54
8.3 Hydraulic system ............................................................................................................. 5
8.4 Check for tool wear ......................................................................................................... 57
8.5 Replacing tools ................................................................................................................ 57
8. Machine cleaning ............................................................................................................ 59
-9- MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE........................................................................ 60
-10- TROUBLESHOOTIN ................................................................................. 61
-11- SPARE PARTS............................................................................................ 62
-12- WARRANTY .............................................................................................. 62
-13- NOTES ...................................................................................................... 63
Rev. 2.04/21

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Dear farmer, we are delighted you have chosen this Wheel Rake and thank you for purchasing a
Repossi Macchine Agricole achine. In our capacity as far ing technology partner, we are able to
offer you high quality and perfor ance, along with a reliable service. Please read this instruction
anual and bear in ind the infor ation it contains. By doing so, you will avoid accidents, you will
be covered by the anufacturer's warranty, and the achine will always be in working order and
ready for use.
CE Marking
The CE arking, which the anufacturer is obliged to place on the achine, attests
its co pliance with the European Union achinery directive and other specific
directives.
Declaration of Conformity
By signing the Declaration of Confor ity, the anufacturer declares that the achinery it arkets
co plies with all the essential safety and health require ents prescribed by the EU regulations in
force.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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ESSENTIAL CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
This anual describes how the star rake operates and provides instructions on how to use it, and
how to carry out routine and special aintenance on it.
For ease of reference, this anual is organized into easily identifiable chapters.
The infor ation contained in this anual is intended for a professional user, who ust have specific
knowledge on how to use the achine, and ust be authorized, instructed and properly trained.
The use of original spare parts and accessories is reco ended. In addition to invalidating the
warranty, non-original parts ay be dangerous and reduce the life and perfor ance of the achine.
If the achine is passed on or sold, this anual ust always be handed over with the achine. If
the anual is da aged or lost, a copy ust be requested fro the achine anufacturer, one of
their dealers or the previous owner. The anual should be considered an integral part of the
achine and ust be kept with it until the achine is co pletely deco issioned.

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-1- ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This anual shall be considered an integral part of the achine and ust be kept with it if it is
resold, until it is co plete deco issioned.
If the anual is lost or da aged, request a copy fro the anufacturer or a local dealer.
The achine is fitted with pictogra s, which the operator is responsible for keeping perfectly visible
and replacing when they are no longer legible.
This symbol is found besides topics to which you must pay utmost attention.
The EC Declaration of Confor ity is included in this anual.
You ay find that so e of the devices described in this anual are not found on your achine,
depending on the equip ent you chose and the arket for which the achine is intended.
You ay also find that so e of the parts were re oved fro the achine for the photographs taken
for this anual to ake the illustrations clearer.
This anual consists of 64 pages.
1.1 Manual updates
The infor ation, descriptions and illustrations contained in this anual reflect the state of the art
at the ti e the achine was placed on the arket.
The anufacturer reserves the right to ake changes to the achines at any ti e for technical or
co ercial reasons. These changes do not oblige the anufacturer to alter the achines sold up
to that o ent, nor to consider this anual as not fit for purpose.
Any additional sections the anufacturer dee s fit to provide at a later date shall be kept together
with this anual and considered an integral part thereof.

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1.2 Copyright
The achine anufacturer holds the copyright on this anual. The anual contains texts, drawings
and illustrations of a technical nature which shall not be disclosed or passed on to third parties, in
whole or in part, without the written consent of the achine anufacturer.
1. CE Marking and identification of the machine
The identification plate (see Figure 1), shown below, is found on the right-hand side of the ain
fra e (see Figure 2).
Figure 1
Figure 2
Identification plate

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1.4 Information about the machine
1.4.1 Intended uses
The RA-RAKE wheel rake has been designed exclusively for use in agriculture, for hay aking, swath
for ation and forage turning.
The achine is towed by a tractor by eans of a two point hitch attached to the lift bars.
The working parts are driven by friction on the rear idler wheels which, as the tractor oves
forward, rotate and allow the forage to be collected by the front idler wheels which start to rotate.
This achine is not suitable for use in industries other than in agriculture.
The achine ust be operated by a single person who ust drive the tractor.
The achine operator ust be fa iliar with all the instructions in this anual.
The achine has been designed and built to operate outdoors, so its perfor ance is not affected
by the weather.
Any use of the machine in any ways other than those indicated above shall be
considered unauthorized and dangerous.

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1.4.2 Description
The wheel rake works like a rake with continuous central delivery. Its ain function in hay aking is
to for and turn swaths.
The achine has 6+6 ( od. 12+12 VS) or 7+7 ( od. 14+14 VS) double star wheels fitted with rake
tines, ounted on two load-bearing fra es, which are in turn supported by a central fra e.
The wheel rake (also referred to as the achine) consists essentially of (see Figure 3):
1 - A syste for connecting to a tractor by eans of a two-point hitch which is connected to
the achine steering syste .
2 - A set of double star wheels with horizontal axle.
3 - A ain fra e.
4 - Two raking unit fra es.
5 - Hydraulic cylinders.
6 - A support device for when the achine is parked.
7 - Rear wheels for steering.
Figure 3

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1.4. TECHNICAL DATA (not binding)
Type 12+12 VS 14+14 VS
Total width (mm) 9500 10600
Working width (mm) 500 9000
Transport width (mm) 2550 2550
Height (mm) 2102 2102
Length (mm) 8440 9296
Number of star wheels 24 28
Weight (kg) 2480 2650
Central frame tyres 10.0/ 5-R15.3 10.0/ 5-R15.3
Side tyres 205/ 0-R15 205/ 0-R15
Maximum tire inflation pressure (bar) 2.5 2.5
Minimum tractor power (kW) 38 45
Tractor hitch (cat.) II - III II - III
Allowable hydraulic pressure (bar) 330 330
Distributors required (number) 2 - DE 2 - DE
Electrical system (volts) 12 12
RA-RAKE 12+12 VS
RA-RAKE 14+14 VS

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RA-RAKE 12+12 VS

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RA-RAKE 14+14 VS

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1.5 Noise level
Sound pressure level at the driver's seat (cabless tractor):
Lwa = 0 dB (A)
Sound power level at the driver's seat (cabless tractor):
Lpa = 0 dB (A)
Sound pressure level at the driver's seat (in driver's cab):
Lwa = 0 dB (A)
Sound power level at the driver's seat (in driver's cab):
Lpa = 0 dB (A)

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1.6 Storage
If you need to store the achine for long periods of ti e, put it in a place which is protected fro
the ele ents and possible da age. It is advisable to clean the entire achine thoroughly and
lubricate all echanical parts adequately before storing, to protect the fro rusting.
Check that the storage te perature is between 0 °C and 50 °C.
Before storing the achine for long periods of ti e, it is advisable to:
•Clean the star wheels and tools of any re aining forage.
•Clean the achine thoroughly using co pressed air and/or a water jet.
•Inspect the whole achine visually to detect any structural da age, look for any deep
scratches on the paint, and check that the original safety pictogra s are still found in the
correct places and that they are intact and legible.
•Grease all echanical co ponents, cla ping pins and unpainted parts to avoid rust for ing
on the achine.
•Park the achine in a roofed area on a flat fir floor.
•Lower the support foot.
•Put chocks under the rear wheels.
•Make sure the hydraulic syste pipes are intact.
Used oil must be properly collected and not dispersed in the environment since,
according to current legislation, it is classified as hazardous waste, and as such must
be delivered to special collection centres.
To dispose of used oil, you ust contact the “Mandatory consortium for used oils”.

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1.7 First use or use after a long period of storage
Before using the achine for the first ti e, or after a long period of storage, you ust:
•Make sure the achine is not da aged.
•Check the echanical parts, which ust be in good working condition and not rusty.
•Make sure the tools are not worn.
•Make sure the lights and electrical syste are working correctly.
•Grease all the oving parts described in this anual carefully.
•Make sure there are no oil leaks fro fittings or pipes.
•Make sure that all protection devices are correctly positioned.
•Make sure that paint still covers the whole achine and there are no rusting parts. If
necessary, clean and paint the parts concerned.
1.8 Decommissioning
If the achine is deco issioned, it ust be disposed of at suitable du ps in accordance with
current legislation.
Before proceeding with deco issioning, you ust separate out the plastic and rubber parts and
the electrical and electronic aterial.
Collect any used oils and dispose of the at the assigned collection points.
Used oil must be properly collected and not dispersed in the environment since,
according to current legislation, it is classified as hazardous waste, and as such must
be delivered to special collection centres.
To dispose of used oil, you ust contact the “Mandatory consortium for used oils”.
Parts consisting solely of plastic, alu iniu or steel ay be recycled if collected by the assigned
centres.

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1.9 Safety and accident prevention instructions
Correct use of the achine, scrupulous co pliance with the instructions provided here
and strict application of all precautions to prevent any hazardous situations will avert the
risk of accidents or injuries, ake the achine work better and for longer, and ini ize
breakdowns.
Repossi Macchine Agricole Srl declines any and all objective and subjective responsibility if the
instructions regarding conduct referred to in this anual are not applied and co plied with.
•This achine is not suitable for use in industries other than in agriculture.
•The achine ust be used by a single operator who drives the tractor.
•Any use other than that specified here is considered i proper.
•The achine ust only be used by authorised, infor ed and suitably trained staff. Besides
reading and assi ilating the instructions in this anual, the operator in charge ust prepare
hi /herself sufficiently to use the achine and have a driving licence. The operator is
advised to contact the anufacturer in case of doubts on the use of the achine or
interpretation of this anual.
•The anual ust always be at hand so that it ay be consulted to check the operating cycle.
If it is lost or da aged, you ust ask the anufacturer for a replace ent copy.
•The operator ust ake sure that there are no people or ani als in the area in which the
achine works. Never use the achine near people who are standing or passing in the area
in which the achine works.
•Do not use the achine if you are tired, sick, or under the influence of alcohol,
phar aceuticals or drugs.
•This achine is nor ally used during the day. If, exceptionally, it is used at night or in
conditions of poor visibility, the tractor lighting syste ust be used.
•Driving the achine on a slope causes the achine itself to beco e unstable. Always face
forward on slopes both while going downhill and while going uphill. NEVER traverse across
a slope since the achine ay overturn sideways.
•Any arbitrary alteration ade to this achine exonerates the anufacturer fro any liability
for da age or injury to operators, third parties or property that ay result.
•Check the achine carefully before each start-up.

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•The anufacturer cannot foresee all the situations that could endanger the operator's
safety. Co plying with the instructions in this anual will in any case considerably reduce
the possibility of injury or da age to the achine during use.
•The signs on the achine provide a nu ber of i portant instructions. Co ply with the in
the interest of safety.
•Make sure all the safety pictogra s are legible. Clean the and replace the with new ones
if necessary.
•Before using the achine, ake sure that all safety devices are correctly fitted in their places
and in good condition. In the event of a fault or da age to the protection devices, replace
the i ediately.
•Before coupling the achine to the tractor, ake sure that any ballast fitted to the front of
the tractor is of the correct weight and di ensions (see chapter -3- ). The ballast ust be
ounted on the supports provided for this purpose, in accordance with the tractor
anufacturer's instructions.
•Before getting off the tractor and before any aintenance, apply the parking brake, switch
off the engine, re ove the ignition key fro the dashboard and put it in a safe place.
•Staff ust use safety and personal protective equip ent when using and aintaining the
achine.
•The achine operator is advised not to wear clothing that could beco e entangled.
•The achine ay give rise to clouds of dust during use with dry aterials (hay, straw, etc.).
It is advisable to check the filters on the cab ventilation syste at regular intervals or use
suitable breathing protection devices, such as dust asks.
•During use, the operator ust be able to see the areas where work is being carried out
sufficiently well since they are considered dangerous. It is therefore advisable to keep the
irrors on the tractor clean and in the best possible condition.
•The achine ust not be left unattended with the tractor engine running or the key in the
dashboard.

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•Keep the achine free of foreign aterials (debris, tools and various objects), which could
da age its operation or har the operator.
•Avoid working on uddy or soft ground.
•Check hydraulic pipes for wear. Replace the if they are worn or at least once every four
years.
•Do not use controls or pipes as handholds. These co ponents ove and do not provide
stable support.
•Altering the achine ay lead to safety issues. In this case, the user is solely responsible for
any accidents.
•Do not re ove or ta per with safety devices.
•Make sure the safety pictogra s are in good condition. If the pictogra s are worn, they
ust be replaced with other originals ordered fro the anufacturer and attached in the
places shown in this user and aintenance anual (paragraph 1.10.1).
•Never use the achine to transport people, ani als or objects of any kind.
•Never use the achine to lift people, ani als or objects.
1.10 Safety signs
Make sure the safety pictogra s are in good condition. If the pictogra s are worn, they ust be
replaced with other originals ordered fro the anufacturer and attached in the places shown in
this user and aintenance anual.
Make sure the safety pictogra s are legible. Clean the using a cloth, soap and water.