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YOUR SOURCE FOR GENUINE ALLEN RAKE replacement parts OWNER-OPERATOR/PARTS MANUAL 8603 WHEEL RAKE February 2016 www.AllenFarmEquipment.com

MAILING ADDRESS: PO BOX 21049 CARSON CITY, NV 89721 SHIPPING ADDRESS: 13 HEPPNER DRIVE, #1 MOUND HOUSE, NV 89706 MACHINE IMPROVEMENTS The Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes and improvements in the product at any time without notice. The Manufacturer shall not be obligated to incorporate such changes and improvements in products previously sold to any customer, nor shall the Manufacturer be obligated to replace previously sold products with customers incorporating such changes and improvements.

RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety symbol. When you see this, it means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Follow recommended precautions and procedures: UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS A signal word —DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION— s used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER ndicates imminently hazardous situations that, if not avoided, will result in serious injury, or death. WARNING ndicates potentially hazardous situations that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury, or death. WARNING may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. CAUTION indicates...

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ACCIDENTS CAN BE PREVENTED Without the complete cooperation of the implement operator, no accident prevention program can be successful. The operator anticipating the results before an accident occurs and taking action to remedy the situation can prevent many accidents. No power driven equipment, whether it be for transportation or processing, whether it is used on the highway, in the field, or in the shop, can be safer than the person at the controls. If accidents are to be prevented, the operators who accept these responsibilities seriously will accomplish it....

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. Never connect hydraulic lines or operate any portion of the machine unless machine is hitched to tow vehicle or tractor. 2. Do not operate hydraulic systems when hydraulic leaks are present. 3. Never ride the machine during transport or movement. 4. Always observe local traffic laws when transporting unit on public roads. 5. Always operate machine in a careful, controlled manner. 6. Personnel operating and working with this machinery and in any related duties must be properly trained and free of conditions or substances that may impair safety or good judgment. 7....

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 19. Stand clear of tongue, framework and tow vehicle or tractor when operating jack or working with hitch. Look around to be sure that if something slipped or accidentally moved that no harm would occur. 20. Always lock brakes on tractor or towing vehicle, place in parking gear, and shut off tractor or towing vehicle before working with rake jack or unhitching rake. 21. Do not attempt to use torch or welding arc around the machine when in the crop, in the field, or around other flammable items. 22. Always wear proper safety attire for each usage condition or service...

SAFETY SIGNS Safety signs must be kept legible. Replace any safety sign that becomes illegible (unreadable) or is missing. Safety signs are supplied separately from equipment parts. It is the responsibility of the customer to purchase and affix safety signs per the equipment manufacture’s current recommendation, to any equipment part to be used during repair. When ordering new equipment parts to be used during repair, always be sure to order any safety sign(s) to be affixed to that part. Safety signs can be ordered for AFE components from: Allen Farm Equipment P.O. Box 21049 Carson City,...

DECALS and SAFETY SIGNS P/N 79-007-02 Location: Facing outward on the framework above each wheel P/N 79-039-36 Location: Facing outward on the framework above each wheel P/N 79-007-02 Location: Facing outward on the framework above each wheel Location: Outwardly facing, on each side of the main frame, behind the main frame members that “V ” outwards from the tongue.

The AFE 8603 Rake is a crop driven rake used in many heavy and custom applications. The unitized frame is extended outward to each side for raking hay and retracted for transport to and from the field. The left-hand delivery and right hand delivery wheels are a crop driven method of moving hay into a windrow, the wheel speed is in relation to tractor ground speed. The following V-SETUP REFERENCE applies to the standard configuration of the ALLEN 8603 RAKE. MUTANTlI! ■BL PARIS MIST BE SPECIFIED USING TIE DELIVERY DIRECTION, REGARDLESS OF THE RAKE SETUP USED. NOTE: HE V-SETUP IS HE STANDARD...

SHIPPING, UNLOADING, SITE ASSEMBLY AND DELIVERY OF THE AFE 8603 RAKE The AFE 8603 Rake is shipped in a partially assembled condition. Before hoisting any component from the truck or container, be sure that it is secured in a manner that will not allow accidental movement or falling. CAUTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNLOAD, ASSEMBLE, OR DELIVER THE COTTON CART, READ THE SAFETY SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. BE ESPECIALLY AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS: Always wear proper safety attire for each usage condition or service procedure. During unloading and assembly, always stand clear. Look around to be...

NOTE: Dealer, Customer, and Operator should review each item on this list together in order to know how each was accomplished. Review the Operator’s Manual. Note especially the instruction for: Safety Unloading Assembly Operation Transportation Service and Maintenance Emergency Procedures 2. Check all fasteners for tightness. 3. THIS EQUIPMENT DOES NOT HAVE BRAKES. OPERATOR IS TO TURN ON FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS WHENEVER TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY, EXCEPT WHERE SUCH USE IS PROHIBITED BY LAW.

PRE-DELIVERY AND DELIVERY LIST FOR THE DEALER, CUSTOMER, AND OPERATOR AFE 8603 RAKE 4. Inspect rake systems: CAUTION: BEFORE APPROACHING OR ENTERING ANY MECHANISM TO SERVICE, INSPECT, OR MAKE ADJUSTMENTS. A. LOWER UNIT TO THE GROUND B. SHUT THE TRACTOR OFF C. LOCK THE TRACTOR’S PARKING BRAKE D. REMOVE THE KEY A. With the hydraulic hoses NOT connected to the tractor, turn the raking wheels by hand. All parts should move freely. Wheel hub bearings have been tightened to proper torque. B. With the hydraulic hoses NOT connected to the tractor, review the hydraulic system for proper tightness of...