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Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER

Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER
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Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER

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Introduction: The manual provides detailed information on the safety, assembly, operation, and parts for various models of the Summers Superharrow, including the Superharrow PLUS, Superharrow 2650, 8-Bar Superharrow, Harrow Packer, and 4-Rank Superweeder. It emphasizes the operator's responsibility to adjust the machine as it is not field-ready from the factory.
Warranty: Summers Manufacturing offers a 36-month warranty against operational failure due to defective materials or workmanship. The warranty covers replacement parts but excludes transportation costs and other expenses. Written permission is required for warranty claims.
Safety: The manual highlights the importance of understanding safety symbols and general safety practices. Key safety measures include reading the manual, verifying safety devices, keeping clear of moving parts, and using transport locks. Special precautions are advised for machines with negative hitch weight.
Assembly & Operation: Detailed instructions are provided for setting up and operating each model. This includes hydraulic tine angle options, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Specific sections cover the Superharrow PLUS, Superharrow 2650, 8-Bar Superharrow, Harrow Packer, and 4-Rank Superweeder.
Parts: The manual includes a section on parts for all 22 ft. hitch machines, detailing hub and axle components, hydraulic cylinder seal kits, and part numbers with descriptions.
Safety Decals: Instructions for maintaining safety decals and reflectors are provided, emphasizing the need to replace missing or unreadable decals.
General Assembly Instructions: The manual outlines the steps for assembling the machine, including attaching the hitch, axles, wheels, and jack. It stresses the importance of using suitable lifting devices and blocking raised parts for safety.
Superharrow Plus Assembly and Operation Instructions:
Specifications and Setup: Instructions include securing the spring flat, positioning the rock shaft bushing, and installing hydraulic cylinders.
Hydraulic System Installation: Guidelines for installing hydraulic fittings and hoses, ensuring ample slack to prevent pinching.
Operational Procedures: Steps for activating hydraulic cylinders, ensuring the machine is in field position, and checking for interference and leaks.
Adjustment and Maintenance: Instructions for adjusting section down pressure, checking bolts and fittings, and performing regular maintenance.
Troubleshooting: Solutions for common issues such as adjusting transport wheel toe-in and relocating cable pull brackets.
Safety and Recommendations: Emphasizes blocking equipment for safety, proper tire inflation, and regular inspections.
Adjustment Procedures: Guidance on adjusting front bar teeth and hydraulic depth adjustment.
Hydraulic Depth Adjustment (HDA) Operation: Instructions for installing stroke control collars and managing cylinder operation.
Cable Pull Brackets: Recommendations for securing cable pull brackets under severe conditions.
Field to Transport Position: Steps for transitioning the machine from field to transport position.
Performance Adjustments: Tips for spring seedbed preparation and residue management.
Maintenance and Service: Regular maintenance tasks including daily greasing and seasonal inspections.
Tire Inflation: Specifications for maintaining tire pressures for different components.
Troubleshooting: Solutions for common issues such as improper wheel toe-in and cable pull bracket location.
Assembly Instructions: Detailed steps for assembling hitch, drawbar, and hydraulic systems.
Overview: The document provides detailed technical specifications, assembly instructions, and operational guidelines for the 8-Bar Superharrow, designed for soil preparation and residue management.
Specifications: Lists part numbers and measurements for components, emphasizing precise measurements for optimal performance.
Assembly Instructions: Steps for assembling the Superharrow, including attaching sections to the drawbar and installing transport wheels.
Operational Guidelines: Instructions for transitioning the machine from transport to field position.
Adjustment Procedures: Guidance on adjusting section down pressure and tooth angle.
Maintenance and Service: Regular maintenance tasks including daily greasing and seasonal maintenance.
Safety Warnings: Safety warnings include ensuring proper cable tension and avoiding sharp edges during assembly.
Corrosion Prevention: Hydraulic cylinder rods should be coated with grease to prevent corrosion.
Tire Inflation Specifications: Specifications for maintaining tire pressures for different components.
Troubleshooting: Solutions for common issues such as improper wing alignment and excessive bouncing.
Set-Up Instructions: Steps for positioning the machine and assembling components.
Hydraulic Systems: Guidelines for ensuring the tractor hydraulic control valve holds pressure.
Lift Arms and Sections: Instructions for attaching lift arms and assembling sections.
Transport Wheels: Instructions for adjusting transport axle toe-in.
Auto-Cable Fold: Instructions for installing and adjusting auto-fold pivot brackets and cable assemblies.
Operating Instructions: Steps for hitching the machine to a tractor and transitioning to field position.
Harrow Packer Operation and Maintenance:
Hydraulic Lift and Lowering Procedure: Instructions for extending hydraulic lift cylinders and lowering packers.
Cable Pull Brackets: Recommendations for securing cable pull brackets under heavy conditions.
Field to Transport Position: Steps for transitioning the machine from field to transport position.
Unhitching Machine: Steps for safely unhitching the machine.
Tire Inflation: Specifications for maintaining tire pressures for different components.
Troubleshooting: Solutions for common issues such as improper wing alignment and excessive bouncing.
Maintenance & Service: Regular maintenance tasks including daily greasing and seasonal inspections.
4-Rank Superweeder Assembly and Operation:
Assembly Instructions: Steps for assembling hitch, drawbar, and lift arms.
Lift Arms and Tine Tubes: Instructions for assembling tine tubes and S-tines.
Hydraulic Systems: Guidelines for mounting hydraulic components and routing hoses.
Figures and Schematics: Various figures illustrate assembly positions and hydraulic system layouts.
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Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER-1

Operator’s Manual SUPERHARROW PLUS SUPERHARROW 2650 8-BAR SUPERHARROW HARROWPACKER 3/8” and 9/16” Diameter Tooth Sections IMPORTANT THE OPERATOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ADJUSTING THE MACHINE. MACHINE DOES NOT COME “FIELD READY” FROM FACTORY. CAUTION READ & UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE USING MACHINE. See www.summersmfg.com for the latest version of all Summers Operator’s Manuals. SUMMERS MANUFACTURING CO., INC. WEB SITE: www.summersmfg.com

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Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER-2

Warranty Summers warrants only products of its manufacture against operational failure caused by defective materials or workmanship which occur during normal use within 36 months from the date of purchase by the end user from Summers’ dealer. Summers’ obligation is to replace free of charge any part of any product that Summers inspection shows to be defective excluding transportation charges to Devils Lake, ND and return and also excluding all transportation costs from Summers’ dealer to the dealer’s customer and all other costs such as removal and installation expense. Summers shall not be liable...

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Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER-3

INTRODUCTION This manual provides information about Safety, Assembly, Operation and Parts for the Summers Superharrow PLUS, Superharrow 2650, 8-Bar Superharrow, Harrow Packer and 4-Rank Superweeder featuring the Summers 22 Ft. Hitch. Reference to “right” and “left” in this book is determined when the machine is viewed from the rear. Parts are referenced in each drawing with the Summers Manufacturing Part Number. Use this Part Number when ordering replacement parts from your Summers dealer. See back section of manual for description of each Part Number It is the policy of the company to improve...

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Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER-4

TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY & OPERATION: SUPERHARROW PLUS SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY & OPERATION: 8-BAR SUPERHARROW

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SAFETY-ALERT SYMBOL This symbol is used to denote possible danger and care should be taken to prevent bodily injury. This symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Definition of each Signal Word used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert symbol. indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,...

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Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER-6

SAFETY DURING TRANSPORT 1. ONLY TOW at a safe speed. Use caution when making corners or meeting traffic. 2. USE a safety chain between tractor drawbar and implement hitch when transporting on public roads. 3. ALWAYS use transport locks when transporting on public roads. 4. COMPLY with local lighting, marking and maximum width regulations when transporting on highways. 5. FREQUENTLY CHECK for traffic from rear, especially during turns. WARNING IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON 22 FT. HITCH MACHINES WITH NEGATIVE HITCH WEIGHT 2. Park machine on a level area and block the hitch tires and wing transport tires...

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Operator’s Manual - SUPERHARROW PLUS/SUPERHARROW 2650/8-BAR SUPERHARROW/HARROWPACKER-7

SAFETY DECALS 1. KEEP SAFETY DECALS AND REFLECTORS CLEAN. 2. REPLACE missing or unreadable decals. New decals are available from your Summers dealer by stating correct part number (PN) located in lower right hand corner. 1. TRANSPORT LOCK DECAL (PN 8Z0075). 2. HITCH WARNING DECAL (PN 8Z0092). 3. AUTO-FOLD WARNING DECAL (PN 8Z0093).

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4. AUTO-FOLD ARM WARNING DECAL (PN 8Z0232). 5. GENERAL CAUTION DECAL (PN 8Z0276). 6. CYLINDER LOCKS DECAL (PN 8Z0342).

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7. WING DANGER DECAL (PN 8Z0344). 8. ELECTROCUTION DANGER DECAL (PN 8Z0346). 9. PINCH POINT DECAL (PN 8Z0087).

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SAFETY LIGHT OPERATION The Summers Safety Light Kit is equipped with a 7 pin connector which meets SAE J560 specification. To protect 7 pin connector, store in dust cap (8K8067) when not attached to towing vehicle.

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GENERAL ASSEMBLY SAFETY PRACTICES YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for the safe assembly of the machine. BLOCK UP ANY RAISED PART of the machine. Be sure machine is stable after blocking. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN or other unauthorized persons within the assembly area. ALWAYS INSPECT LIFTING CHAINS AND SLINGS for damage or wear. WEAR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT which includes a hard hat, eye protection, work gloves and steel toed boots with slip resistant soles. BE SURE LIFTING DEVICE IS RATED TO HANDLE THE WEIGHT. STOP ENGINE, place all controls in neutral, set parking brake, remove ignition key and wait for...

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SECTION 2 - SUPERHARROW PLUS SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS The machine should be placed in an area that allows ample room for assembly in field position (See Fig. 1). CAUTION: For safety purposes, block equipment while working on it. HITCH – Axles, Wheels and Jack Attach hitch hydraulic depth adjustment and axle assemblies as shown on page 2-2 through page 2-5. Mount hitch wheels and tires and install hitch jack. DRAWBAR: Center, Hydraulic Lift Cylinders, Wings, Axles and Wheels. Attach center drawbar to hitch using two 1-1/4” X 6” pins and secure with flat washers and 5/16” X 2-1/2” cotter pins. Mount...

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NOTE: CUSHIONS CAN BE ADDED TO DECREASE HOLE SIZE. SECTION 2 - SUPERHARROW PLUS

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HYDRAULIC DEPTH ADJUSTMENT SECTION 2 - SUPERHARROW PLUS 8W1820 - LEFT (SHOWN) 8W1822 - RIGHT 8W1817H - LEFT (SHOWN) 8W1818H - RIGHT 8W1830H

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8C1920 (DUAL CABLE ONLY) 8C1900 SEE CABLE CHART FOR CABLE LENGTH AND PART NUMBER SPRING ALWAYS PLACED ON CABLE CLOSEST TO HITCH 1/2/2014 SECTION 2 - SUPERHARROW PLUS

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SECTION 2 - SUPERHARROW PLUS SEE WING TUBE CHART 8X0114 (INSIDE) 8X0665 (OUTSIDE - SHOWN) TOP VIEW RIGHT WING SHOWN 8/22/2016

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SECTION 2 - SUPERHARROW PLUS

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM – 22 FT. HITCH SPLIT STEEL BUSHING 1-1/4”OD X 1”ID - 3/4” 5”X32” ONLY 4” X 32”

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SECTION 2 - SUPERHARROW PLUS SET BOLTS FOR AUTO FOLD ARM ADJUSTMENT 8” SQUARE DRAWBAR SPECIFICATION CHART PN-Wing PN-Hinged PN-Hinged PN-Lift Machine Size Cable Length PN-Cable (Hngd Wing - Wing - Right Wing - End Cylinder Left Part 1) Part 1 SUPERHARROW PLUS 36’ (Solid Wing) 72’ (Solid Wing) Inside Outside 72’ (Hinged Wing)Inside 84’ (Solid Wing) Inside Outside 84’ (Hinged Wing)Inside

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