Rowse Ultimate V-Rake - Section A: Introduction; To the Owner; General Outline of this Manual

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SECTION A:
INTRODUCTION
To The Owner General Outline Of This Manual
Congratulations on your selection of the Rowse
Ultimate V-Rake to aid you in your haying operation. This
operator’s manual will assist you in realizing the benets
you can gain from using the Rowse Ultimate V-Rake.
The Rowse Ultimate V-Rake has been designed,
manufactured, and tested to make you another satised
Rowse customer.
You will nd it very benecial to read this entire
manual to have a thorough understanding of the
Ultimate V-Rake before taking it to the eld. Also, keep
this manual handy for future reference. Become familiar
with the adjustments required to obtain maximum,
trouble-free, eciency and performance.
Proper operation and care of the Ultimate V-Rake
contribute immensely to its successful performance. A
properly lubricated, adjusted and cared for implement
saves downtime, labor costs, fuel, and repairs.
Haying conditions will vary from year to year. Items
aecting conditions include amount of moisture, kind of
crop, etc. Therefore, the normal settings outlined in this
manual are really suggested starter settings. Adjustment
may need to be made to t a particular raking situation.
Operation information contained in this manual will
aid in making the necessary adjustments. Consult your
Rowse Dealer concerning unusual eld conditions or
special applications.
Your Rowse Dealer will be glad to answer any
questions you may have on the operation and care of
this product. Also, for parts and service, see your Rowse
Dealer. Always use genuine Rowse parts to ensure
proper t and optimum performance.
Information in this manual is arranged under eight
main section headings.
Following the introduction, the steps for assembly
of the basic unit and optional equipment are discussed.
Then, important points in operating the Ultimate V-Rake
and optional equipment are covered.
Safety, service, and the troubleshooting guide give
additional operating information.
A parts list is also included in this manual. An index
in the back of the manual aids in nding information on
a specic item.
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CAUTION
Read the Operator’s Manual.
Learn to operate this machine SAFELY.
Be alert. Observe ALL Safety Practices.
Machines can be hazardous in the hands of
an UNFAMILIAR, UNTRAINED or
COMPLACENT operator.
Don’t risk INJURY or DEATH.
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