McFarlane RD-4000 Series

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MANUFACTURERS OF QUALITY AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT SINCE 1936

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

AND

PARTS LISTING

FOR THE

RD-4000 Series

Reel Disk

VERSION: 7-12

starting at serial number 16537

TO THE OWNER AND OPERATORS

Before assembling or operating this unit, READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY. To obtain

the best performance of the unit, familiarize yourself with each component and adjustment.

Store this manual where it can be readily available for future reference. In the event that the

harrow or any part of the unit should be sold, be sure that the new owner receives a copy of

this manual for their reference.

1330 DALLAS STREET, P.O. BOX 100

SAUK CITY, WISCONSIN 53583

PHONE: (608) 643-3321

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Summary

Introduction

Limited Warranty

Details the one-year warranty for the RD-4000 Series Reel Disk.

Contact Information

Provides company address, phone, fax, email, and website for inquiries.

Safety

Safety Alert Symbol

Explains the meaning and purpose of the safety alert symbol found in the manual.

Signal Words

Defines DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION signal words and their implications.

Safety First!

Equipment Safety Guidelines

General precautions for safe operation and handling of the equipment.

Lighting and Marking

Requirements for lighting and marking for safe road transport.

Tire Safety

Before Operation

During Operation

Safety Chain

Details the importance and proper installation of safety chains for highway transport.

Highway and Transport Operations

Operating Instructions

Transporting the Unit

Steps to prepare the unit for safe transport, including folding wings.

Setting the Unit for Field Use

Procedures for adjusting the unit for optimal field operation.

Setting Disk Gang Depth

Setting Disk Gang Aggressiveness

Setting the Center Disks

Adjusting Harrow Section Aggressiveness

Performing Maintenance

Hydraulic Fluid Safety

Safety warnings regarding hydraulic fluid leaks and potential skin penetration.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance intervals for greasing, checks, and repacking.

Disk Gang & Blades

Troubleshooting and Adjustment Guide

Bolt Torque Specifications

Hitch Frame

Hitch Frame (Continued)

Continued part list and diagrams for the hitch frame assembly.

Clevis and Pintle Hitch Types

Diagrams and parts for Clevis and Pintle hitch configurations.

Main Frame Axle

Main Frame Axle (Continued)

Part list for the main frame axle assembly.

Main Frame Axle (RD-4035 and RD-4045)

Exploded view of the main frame axle for specific models.

Main Frame Axle (Continued)

Part list for the main frame axle for specific models.

Level Lift and Cylinder Lock

Hydraulic Depth Stop

Wing Frame

Wing Frame, Inside

Exploded view and part list for the inside of the wing frame assembly.

Wing Frame, Outside

Exploded view and part list for the outside of the wing frame assembly.

Disk Mount and Scrapers

Disk Mount and Scrapers (Continued)

Continued part list for disk mounts and scrapers.

Disk Gang

Spiral Reel

Spiral Reel (Continued)

Continued part list for the spiral reel assembly, including blades.

Lift Arm

Lift Arm (Continued)

Continued part list for the lift arm assembly.

Rolling Basket

Rolling Basket (Continued)

Continued part list for the rolling basket assembly.

Wheel Lift Hydraulics

Wheel Lift Hydraulics (RD-4020, 4025, 4030, 4035)

Exploded view and part list for wheel lift hydraulics.

Wheel Lift Hydraulics (Continued)

Continued part list for wheel lift hydraulics.

Wheel Lift Hydraulics (RD-4045)

Exploded view and part list for wheel lift hydraulics.

Wing Fold Hydraulics

Wing Fold Hydraulics (RD-4035)

Exploded view and part list for wing fold hydraulics.

Wing Fold Hydraulics (RD-4045)

Exploded view and part list for wing fold hydraulics.

Lighting Diagram

Layout Diagram (FOR 4012)

Spindle and Hub

Spindle and Hub (6-Hole Hub)

Part list for 6-hole and 8-hole hub assemblies.

Spindle and Hub (8-Bolt Hub)

Part list for 8-bolt hub assemblies.

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