Rake Attachment And Tow Hitch; Adjusting Rake - Jacobsen Sand Scorpion Manuel De L'opérateur Et De Sécurité

4 OPERATION

4.8 RAKE ATTACHMENT AND TOW HITCH ________________________________________

To attach rake:
1. Assemble lifting eye (H) to hitch as shown. Attach
hitch (G) to tractor using clevis pin (B). Secure in
place with locking pin (C). See Section 4.9 for hitch
adjustment.
2. Start tractor and lower rake bail (A). Turn off tractor
and remove key from ignition switch.
3. Attach rake bar assembly to hitch using clevis pin
and cotter pin (D).
4. Attach rake lift chains to hooks on tractor (E). Check
that all hardware holding chains is tight (F).
5. Start tractor and raise and lower rake several times
to check operation.
To remove rake: Lower rake bail, turn off tractor and
remove key from ignition. Unhook lift chains and remove
clevis pin from hitch. Store clevis pin and locking pin in
rake bar when not in use.
Do not lubricate or grease rake or hitch. Grease and oil
will retain abrasive particles, such as sand, and increase
wear.
To tow using tractor: The trap rake hitch (G) is
specifically designed for attachment of the rake and
should not be used for towing. When using the tractor for
towing, remove rake and rake hitch. Raise bail (A) and

4.9 ADJUSTING RAKE _________________________________________________________

This rake is designed with adjustable settings to match it
to a variety of soil and surface conditions. Assemble rake
following instruction sheet supplied with it. Adjust rake as
described below to ensure the best performance.
Bail Adjustment (1 -Figure 4B) - Attach bail in center
holes for raking.
Hitch Adjustment (2 -Figure 4B)
Lower Hole - For raking in solid conditions such as sports
fields or when utilizing rake tooth studs.
Center Hole - For use in bunkers with reduced sand or
compacted conditions.
Top hole - For use in soft deep sand to avoid plowing of
material with front rake sections. (typical application)
GB-14
attach a tow hitch to frame. Consult an authorized
Jacobsen Distributor for suitable hitch.
CAUTION:
Do not tow more than 227 kg. or put
!
more than 90 kg vertical load on hitch.
B
C
2
1
H
G
Rake Finger Adjustment (3 -Figure 4C)
Lower hole - least aggressive for
trash flow and firmer finish.
Center hole - Increases angle of
rake teeth making rake more
aggressive. (Typical application)
Top hole - Positions the teeth
almost vertical for use in loosen-
ing compacted soils. (Rake tooth
studs recommended in lieu of top
hole position)
A
E
D
Figure 4B
3
3
Figure 4C
F
TR013
3
TR020