4. Adjust top link of tractor hitch to hold rake three point assembly vertical.
To further adjust ground pressure, shortening the tractor top link will decrease pressure
while lengthening the top link will increase the pressure.
BEFCO’s RS2-04, RS2-05 and RS2-06 hay rakes offer six different angling positions
that allow the operator to fine tune the unit to obtain the best raking results for his job
(see fig. 6)
. The first hole on either side of the frame holder hitch is always the one to
be used when transporting the hay rake
(see #1, fig. 6)
.
The holes on the right of the frame holder hitch are the ones used when operating a
right hand rake while the holes on the left of the frame holder hitch are the ones used
when operating a left hand rake. Under normal working conditions it is advisable to
select a hole position between 3 and 5
(see fig. 6)
. Remove the locking pin from the
transport position hole on the frame holder hitch and select one of the six raking angle
adjustments available
(see fig. 6)
. Once the desired raking angle is selected insert the
locking pin through the hole and secure it with the Ø4 hairpin cotter. Lower the rake to
the ground so that the rake wheels are carrying the weight at the back of the unit. Select
the desired working speed and begin raking.
IMPORTANT: Always make sure the locking lever is engaged and secured with
the locking pin in the working position before operating the hay rake (see fig. 6).
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Fig. 5 - Operating the hay rake
locked
unlocked
transport
work
rake wheel pressure
adjustment
1 2 3
lock plate
locking lever
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