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- OPERATOR'SMANUALROLABAFT RAKE256-258-260

sper^y4=i\ew HOLLAND

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A NOTE TO YOU, MR. OWNER;

You invested wisely when you purchased a Sperry New Holland 256-258 or 260 Rolabar Rake. Theserakes were designed and tested under actual field conditions to assure you of machines that are simple in

operation, and will give superior and economical performance. Although the Model 250 Series Rakes are

very easy to operate, we think you should understand the operation and adjustment to obtain full benefit

of the service built into these machines.

This manual contains information concerning the adjustment, operation and maintenance of the Model256-258-260 Rakes. Please read it carefully before operating your rake in order to get the most from yourinvestment.

Your Sperry New Holland Dealer will instruct you in general operation of the machine, and will be glad

to answer any questions that may arise. Rely on him for skilled mechanical service and genuine Sperry NewHolland service parts.

AKEEP CHILDREn HUfflV

m mi Times

Record the serial number of your rake here

Specify the model of your rake and its serial number when writing for information or ordering service parts.

ABOUT IMPROVEMENTS

Sperry New Holland is continually striving to improve its products, and therefore, reserves the right to make

improvements or changes, when it becomes practical and possible to do so, without incurring any obligations to

make changes or additions, to the equipment sold previously.

vc 1976 SPERRY NEW HOLLAND, A DIVISION OF SPERRY RAND CORPORATION. NEW HOLLAND PENNA 17557

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CONTENTS

ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE

Clutch Control System 9

Reel Spider Bearings 12

Replacing Tines 9

Stripper Bar Alignment 9

Tine Bar Bearing Installation 11

Tine Bar Bearing Removal 10

Tine Bar Removal 10

LUBRICATION 7

OPERATION

Attaching Rake to Tractor 5

Before Using Your Rake 5

Ground Speed 7

Road Transport 5

SMV Emblem 6

Turning and SpreadingWindrows 6

Type of Windrow 6

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT . 13

SPECIFICATIONS 15

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FIGURE 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

In the following instructions "left" and "right"

are determined from a position facing the direc-

tion of travel.

The Models 256 and 258 will be illustrated through-

out these instructions. The Model 260 is operated

and adjusted in the same manner; however this

model rakes to the right rather than the left as the

other models do.

The Models 256-258 and 260 Sperry New Holland

Rolabar rakes are ground driven, right angle reel

type rakes designed to meet the need for a high

speed rake capable of handling a wide variety of

forage crops efficiently.

Among the outstanding features of these rakes are

the adjustable right angle reel which enables the

machine to form tailor-made windrows with 50%less forward motion than the conventional side

delivery rake and the floating basket which allows

the tines to follow the contour of the ground

closely without picking up dirt and stones. Thesemi-trailer type design allows the machine to be

pulled on the road safely without weaving fromside to side and makes possible straight, uniform

windrows with gently rounded corners in contrast

to the "fish hook" type corners and less uniform

windrows produced by the ordinary basket type

side delivery rake. -

The offset wheel location of the 250 series rakes

provide better basket gauging in uneven or rough

terrain. This helps to prevent tine breakage or

basket damage, and allows these rakes to rake

cleaner and operate smoother and quieter.

Further assurance of the proper handling of hayis provided by the ground drive which maintains

the correct reel speed in relation to the groundspeed through a fixed gear ratio.

Extra tines can be installed on the Model 258rake to make it a high density rake. The tines andhardware are available from your Sperry NewHolland Dealer.

A BE CAREFUL! THIS SYMBOL IS USED THROUGHOUT THIS BOOK WHEN-EVER YOUR OWN PERSONAL SAFETY IS INVOLVED. TAKE TIME TO BECAREFUL!

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BEFORE USING YOUR

Make sure that all bd>)ts are tightened secure-

ly and retighten after two hours of opera-

tion.

Check the tires and inflate each one to the

recommended pressure (inflate 5.00 x 15"

tires to approximately 20 lbs.) (Inflate used

tires to approximately 15 lbs.).

3.

4.

NEW RAKECheck all adjustments.

Check the oil level of the gear box and fill as

required with S.A.E. No. 140 gear oil. Lub-

ricate the entire machine carefully.

Make sure that reel revolves freely with suf-

ficient clearance between the tines and the

stripper bars.

ATTACHING RAKE TO TRACTOR

Adjust the tractor drawbar to the height of 14"

to 16".

The screw type jack allows the operator to easily

raise or lower the rake hitch to meet the level of

the tractor drawbar.

Attach the rake to the middle of the tractor draw-bar with a %" hitch pin. Raise the jack and latch

it in transport position. When raking heavy hayturn the jack base as high as it will go, Figure 2.

These rakes (except Model 260) are also available

with a dolly wheel as shown in Figure 3. Attachthe dolly wheel tongue assembly to the tractor

drawbar with a 3/4" hitch pin that cannot bounceout.

TONGUE ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 3

ROAD TRAVELWhen towing the rake on the road, be sure the

clutch lever. Figure 5, is pulled all the way for-

ward over-center. NOTE: ENGAGE THECLUTCH LEVER LOCK FOR ROAD TRAVEL.KEEP THE REFLECTIVE TAPE CLEAN ONBOTH REAR LEFT AND RIGHT ENDS OFTHE BASKET.

ROAD TRANSPORT SPEED SHOULD NOT EX-CEED 20 MILES PER HOUR. BE SURE THATTHE RAKE IS OUT OF GEAR BY PULLINGTHE CLUTCH THROWOUT LEVER FORWARDAND ENGAGING THE LOCK (FIGURE 5),

BEFORE TRANSPORTING ON THE ROAD ORAT HIGH SPEEDS.

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SMV EMBLEM

Some states and provinces require that an SMV(slow moving vehicle) emblem be displayed on

vehicles traveling on the highway at speeds less

than 25 MPH. Consult your local regulations for

information and requirements.

Figure 4 shows the SMV emblem displayed on the

rake. The mounting socket for the SMV emblem

(or a warning light) is provided with the rake.

The emblem and pole mount are available from

your Sperry New Holland dealer.

FIGURE 4

mpivot bi

OPERATION

STARTING THE RAKE

Upon approaching the first swath to be raked stop

the tractor and prepare for raking as follows:

1. Put the machine in gear by releasing the

clutch lever lock and then pulling upwardon the clutch throw-out lever to release the

tension on the control cable. See Figure 5.

NOTE: A rope may be tied to the clutch

lever and the lever can be operated from the

tractor seat. (A small weight tied to the mid-

dle of the rope is helpful in throwing the

machine in gear from a low tractor seat).

2. Adjust the lift cranks so that the tines clear

the ground by about 1/2" to 1".

3. For best results, start raking in the direction

the field was mowed to place the heads of

the material inside the windrow and expose

the stems to the sun.

TYPE OF WINDROW

When a loose fluffy windrow is desired, the pivot

ball should be tightened in the upper end of the

slot of the pivot bracket to tip the tines slightly

forward. See Figure 5.

If green hay is being raked and a tightly rolled

windrow which retains the moisture is desired,

the pivot ball should be tightened in the lower

end of the slot of the pivot bracket to tip the

tines slightly backward. See Figure 5.

TURNING AND SPREADING WINDROWSShower-dampened windrows or especially heavy

crops can be turned readily by driving with the

left tractor wheel on the right side of the wind-

row. This positions the end of the reel so that the

rake turns the windrow just enough to expose the

underside to the sun.

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"Wet windrows can be spread out on the field by

raising the left end of the basket as high as pos-

sible and lowering the right end of the basket to

rake the windrow. Operate in the opposite direc-

tion that the hay was raked and use a 4-6 mphground speed if possible, raking the windrow with

the right end of the basket.

GROUND SPEED

When raking, the ground speed can vary from to

2 to 7 miles per hour depending on field condi-

tions. A speed of about 5 miles per hour (approx.

100 reel r.p.m.) produces the best type of wind-

row when dry hay is being raked.

In no case should the ground speed exceed 7 miles

per hour. Excessive reel speed may cause damage

to the tine bars.

ABE CAREFUL

FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOTWORK AT THE FRONT OF, ORNEAR, THE BASKET REELWHILE THE MACHINE IS RUN-NING.

LUBRICATION

"

CLUTCH CONTROJTCH RELEASE CABLESHAFT

FILL PLUG-

REMOVE CAP SCREWTO CHECK OIL LEVEL

Before using the rake, check the oil level of the

gear box by removing the cap screw in the cover

(See Figure 6). Fill the gear box to the level in-

dicated, with S.A.E. No. 140 gear oil (capacity

approximately 1 quart). Recheck the oil level of

the gear box weekly; it is important that the oil

be kept at the proper level to provide lubrication

for the bearing on the upper end of the input

shaft.

The Model 256-258-260 Rakes have been de-

signed to require a minimum of lubrication. It

is important that the rake be properly lubricated

at the recommended intervals to insure against

unnecessary repairs and to increase the life of the

machine.

Operators of large farms or ranches and customoperators who frequently tow the machine onthe road, should grease the rake more often in

the axle and telescoping shaft assemblies.

FIGURE 6

THE TINE BAR BEARINGS, (ON 256 RAKES)SPIDER BEARINGS AND AXLE BEARINGSSHOULD BE CLEANED AND REPACKEDEVERY 1000 ACRES OR THREE SEASONS,WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.

THE LIFT LINKAGE, PIVOT BALL, ANDCLUTCH THROW-OUT LEVER SHOULD BEOILED EVERY 100 ACRES.

The sliding members of the telescoping assemblyshould be kept well lubricated with a heavy oil

or gun grease except when operating in extremelydusty or sandy conditions. Under these con-ditions, the telescoping assembly has been foundto operate best when kept dry.

The following system is suggested for the 100 acre or 30hour lubrication. See Figure 7 and 7A.

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!<

j

1. Jack Assembly or Dolly Wheel Pivot Bearing

(Not Shown)2. Crank Bearing-Right

3. Lift Rod Cover- Right

4. Tine Bar Bearings - Models 258 & 260 only

5. Idler Spider Hub6. Wheel Hub-Right

7. Axle Bearing Housing-Right

8. Axle Universal Joint-Right

9. Axle Universal Joint-Left

10. Axle Bearing Housing-Left

11. Lift Rod Cover- Left

12. Crank Bearing-Left

13. Wheel Hub-Left

14. Universal Joint- Lower

id

FIGURE 7

15. Telescoping Assembly Slides

16. Telescoping Shaft Assembly17. Universal Joint-Upper

18. Tine Bar Bearings - Models 258 & 260 only

Lubricate fittings 1, 3, 7, 10 and 11 Figure 7, with twostrokes of standard gun. All other fittings should be

greased until grease begins to escape around the shaft.

ALL THE GREASE FITTINGS SHOULD BEWIPED FREE OF DIRT AND LUBRICATEDWITH A GOOD GRADE GREASE EVERY 100ACRES OR 30 HOURS, WHICHEVER COMESFIRST.

.

FIGURE 7

A

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"

-

ADJUSTMENTAND MAINTENANCE

CLUTCH CONTROL SYSTEMThe control cable must be properly adjusted so

that the reel can be thrown out of gear by pulling

forward on the clutch release lever (See Figure 5).

Adjust the release cable at the rear end by meansof the cap screw, Figure 6, in the clutch release

shaft of the gear box. The cable is properly ad-

justed when the release shaft is drawn to within3/16" to 1/4" of its extreme forward position

when the clutch release lever is on front deadcenter, Figure 5.

STRIPPER BAR ALIGNMENTKeep the reel stripper bars in proper alignment so

that the tines do not contact them at any point.

The clearance where the reverse tine enters the

stripper bars at the rear of the basket should be a

minimum of 1 inch, see point A, Figure 8. Theclearance at the front of the basket where the

regular tine leaves the stripper bars should be 1/2

inch, see point B, Figure 8. These clearances can

be obtained by bending the stripper bars in these

two areas. A large 30"-36" pipe wrench can be

used for adjusting the stripper bars.

I I/6 MIN. AT POINT WHERE HEAD OF BOLTCOMES CLOSEST TO STRIPPER BAR

REAR BASKET ANGLE

^ FRONT BASKET ANGLE

REVERSE TINE ON

fSfL^^ MODELS 258 8 260

FIGURE 8

REPLACING TINES

The rake tines are mounted individually so that

they can be replaced easily and economicallywithout removing the reel bar or discarding a pair

of teeth. When replacing a tine, shorten the re-

placement tine to the length of the other tines onthe bar.

Position the steel tine on the tine holder as illus-

trated in Figure 9. Attach to the tine bar as

before.

TfNE HOLDER

FIGURE 9

When installing any new steel or rubber-mountedtine, pull rearward on the tine before tightening

the mounting bolt as shown in Figure 10.

The teeth should be straightened, if they becomebent, to keep them from contacting the stripper

bar and contributing to tine failures. Tighten the

tine mounting bolts to 18 to 22 ft. lb. of torque.

The hydraulic lift kit speeds up the operation of

raising or lowering the basket when operating

around terraces or borders and will help to

eliminate teeth bending or breaking while going

over these obstructions.

FIGURE 10

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TINE BAR TO BEREMOVED

LOOSEN THE BAR NEXT TO THE *T >

TO BE REMOVED

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SPINDLE ASSEMBLY

TINE BAR REMOVAL

Remove a single tine bar as follows:

1. Loosen the mounting bolts of the right spin-

dle assembly, (left spindle on Model 260)

2. Loosen the bearing stud at each end of the

tine bar next to the bar which is to be re-

moved. (See Figure 11).

3. Remove nuts from each end of the tine bar

and remove it from the reel.

NOTE: Two consecutive tine bars and the right

spindle must be loosened in order to remove a

single bar from the reel. Attempting to remove a

tine bar without first loosening the spider and at

least one other reel bar may result in damage to

the tine bar bearings or the mounting.

TINE BAR BEARING REMOVAL

4. Take the dyst cap off the bearing housing

and remove the snap ring, Figure 12. Re-

move the bearing from the bearing housing

by placing the nut on the threaded end of

the bearing stud and tapping against the nut.

In some cases it may be necessary to place

spacers against the shoulder of the bearing

housing and pull the bearing out of the

housing by tightening the nut against the

spacer as illustrated in Figure 13.

FIGURE 11

TINE BAR

TINE BAR BEARING

SNAP RING

FIGURE 12

\

WASHER

SPACER 2 1/4" ID. BEARING HOUSING

FIGURE 13

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INSTALLATION OF tlNE BAR BEARINGS

1. Clean all parts thoroughly. Dirt or grit will

cause excessive bearing wear.

2. Pack the tine bearing level full of Esso

(Standard) Andock "C" grease or equivalent.

A good grade of wheel bearing grease may be

substituted if the above grease is not avail-

able.

3. Tap the bearing into position. Make sure

that it is seated against the shoulder of the

housing and install the snap ring.

4. Fill the cavity on the outer side of the bear-

ing slightly more than level full with Marfak

No. 5 grease or equivalent. A good grade of

heavy water pump grease may be substituted

if the above grease is not available, Fig. 14.

Important: Tine bar bearings should be re-

moved and repacked with the specified types

and quantities of grease every three seasons

of operation, except in a dry, hot climate,

where it should be done every 1000 acres.

Figure 15 shows the correct assembly of the

Model 258 and 260 tine bar bearing arrange-

ment. They are disassembled and re-as-

sembled in a similar manner as outlined in

the preceding steps.

When the dust cap is installed, the grease

should completely fill the area under the cap

to provide a seal against dust or dirt, how-

ever, too much grease will force the dust cap

out of position.

BEARING HOUSING

TINE BAR BEARINGGREASE SEAL

MARFAK #5 (TEXACO)

GREASE OR EQUIVALENT

(FILL COMPLETELY)

MODEL 256 FIGURE 14

5. Reinstall tine bar. Tighten the mounting

bolts of the reel spider and tighten the nuts

of the bearing studs. It is very important

that the nuts on both ends of the tine bars

be made very tight (150 lbs.~ft. torque) to

prevent possible damage to the tine bars and

bearings caused by the nuts working loose.

TINE BARWELD ASSEMBLY

(2) TAp£RED RQLLERLUBE FITTING BEARING CONE

(2) TAPERED ROLLERBEARING CONE

RETAININGRING

DUST CAP

SPACER

BEARING STUD

MODELS 258-260

FIGURE 15

ABE CAREFUL

FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT WORK AT THE FRONT

OF, OR NEAR, THE BASKET REEL WHILE THE

MACHINE IS RUNNING.

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TAPERED ROLLERBEARING CUP

PACK (2) CONES WITHGREASE

WASHER

SLOTTED NUT

COTTER PIN

TAPERED BEARING CONEAND SEAL

DLER SPIDER SPINDLE

.

FIGURE 16

REEL SPIDER BEARINGS

The bearings at the right end (left end on Model260) of the reel are tapered roller bearings. Adjustthese bearings by tightening the slotted nut be-

hind the reel spider. Repack the bearings after

three seasons of operation, except in a hot, dryclimate, where it should be done every 1000acres. Use a good grade of high temperature wheelbearing lubricant. See Figure 16.

GEAR BOX SERVICING

left

pin

GEAR BOX DISASSEMBLY (See Figure 17)

1. Remove the wheel bolts holding thespider to the gear box.

2. Remove the castellated nut and cotterand remove the spider hub.

Remove the four 1/2" cap screws holding thegear box to the basket frame.

Remove the 5/16" cap screws holding thecover in place and drain the oil.

Remove the 5/16" bolts in the clutch yokeand shaft and remove both pieces.

Remove the input shaft cap and then removethe special hex nut and washer.

7. Remove the input shaft assembly.8. The following parts can now be removed:

Spring stop, clutch spring, clutch collar andbevel gear.

9. The bearing cups can now be removed if

necessary, with a brass punch.10. Remove the woodruff key from the end of

the output shaft and file down the keyway.

3.

4.

5.

6.

11. Drive out the output shaft and pinion as-

sembly.

12. Remove the bearing cups if necessary.

13. Remove the oil seals and replace any time the

gear box is disassembled.

ASSEMBLY OF GEAR BOX

1. The gear box is assembled in the reverse ofthe disassembly.

2. Preload the bearings on the input shaft to2-6 inch lbs. by means of the special hexnut.

3. After replacing the spider hub preload thebearings on output shaft bearing to 2-6 inch

lbs. by means of the castellated nut.

4. Make sure the gasket between spider hub andthe spider is in good condition.

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CAP

TAPERED ROLLER BEARINGCUP

SPRINGSTOP

SPECIAL HEX NUT

^PLAIN WASHER 3/4" OIA

TAPERED ROLLER BEAR I N G CUP ~

TAPERED ROLLER BEARING

CLUTCH RELEASESHAFT

BEVEL GEAR

TELESCOP I NG SHAFT ASSY COMPLETE

FIGURE 17

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTDUAL WHEEL KIT

"

Dual wheels are available to facilitate raking in

corrugated or rough fields and provide additional

traction in extremely wet conditions.

The following adjustments are necessary if dual

wheels are to be used on the rake:

1. Shift the stabilizer bar to the left hole pro-

vided in the stabilizer bar assembly (Point A,

Figure 18 ).

2. Disconnect the lift links from the basket

support angles and reinstall the suspension

bolts from the opposite side so that the lift

pivot point B, Figure 18 are attached to the

opposite side of the basket support angles.

By repositioning the lift pivots in this way,the basket is shifted to the left to provide

additional clearance between the dual wheels

and the basket frame. The Model 260 basket

shifts to the right.

3. Disconnect the universal drive, remove the

four wheel studs, and install the additional

wheels that make up the duals by attaching

the wheels to the wheel hubs with the

special hub bolts provided.

NOTE: 5.00 x 15" tires must be used whenthe machine is equipped with dual wheels to

insure 'sufficient wheel clearance when the

FIGURE 18

pivot ball is located in the lower part of the

slot in the pivot bracket.

HYDRAULIC LIFT KIT

The hydraulic lift attachment speeds up theoperation of raising and lowering the basket and

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therefore very useful where field conditions neces-

sitate frequent reel adjustment.

If the machine is to be equipped with the hy-

draulic lift attachment, install the kit as shown in

Figure 19, and attach any single or double acting

standard ASAE hydraulic cylinder having an 8"

stroke. NOTE: Hydraulic cylinders are not sup-

plied by Sperry New Holland.

Adjust the rake for use with the hydraulic lift as

follows:

1. Make sure that the pivot ball is in the top of

the slot of the pivot bracket.

2. Crank the basket up until the basket is at its

highest position at both ends.

3. Disconnect the lift cables and extend the

hydraulic cylinder to its full length.

4. Disconnect the clevis of the lift cable and

adjust them so that they are snug (not too

tight) between the lift arm and the arm as-

sembly. Lock the cables with the jam nuts

when the correct adjustment is obtained.

After the lift cables are adjusted, the pivot ball

may be moved to the desired position in the pivot

bracket. NOTE: BE SURE THAT THE LIFTRODS ARE FREE FROM PAINT OR RUSTFOR A DISTANCE OF AT LEAST SIX INCHESBACK OF THE CRANK BEARING BEFOREOPERATING THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER.THESERODSMUSTSLIDEFREELYTHROUGHTHE BEARINGS WHEN THE BASKET IS

RAISED.Adjust the lift cranks to regulate the raking

position of the basket. The weight of the basket

should never be carried by the lift cables whenthe rake is in operation.

NOTE: Make sure the pivot arm assembly rotates

freely on the short cross brace. If binding occurs,

add washers on one row of bolts between the

pivot arm halves.

DUAL RAKE HITCH

A dual rake hitch is available so two standard

size units can be hooked in tandem to rake two

BASKET LIFT ARM

separate windrows <pr rake 2 swaths into onewindrow. For road travel the rakes can be hookedto line up directly behind the tractor.

V-TANDEM RAKE HITCH

A V-Tandem Rake hitch is available so two units-

a left and right hand (Models 258 or 260) can betqwed to rake one large windrow. There are three

positions available for various width windrows.For road travel the rakes can be hooked to line

up directly behind the tractor.

STRIPPER BAR SUPPORT

In heavy crop conditions an optional support barcan be added to the stripper bars. Attach thesupport bar as shown with a U-bolt and twoself-locking nuts at each stripper bar. Use two flat

washers at point A. Be sure the legs of the chan-nel are turned toward the stripper bar.

The support must be installed in a horizontalposition with approximately 6-1/4 inches clear-

ance from the bottom of the frame to the top ofthe bar. See Figure 20.

On Model 260 rakes the support bar must beinstalled in a reverse position from installation

shown in picture.

A portion of the bar has to be cut off as shown at

dotted line for Model 256 rakes.

WIDE TIRE ADAPTOR BUNDLE

A wide tire adaptor bundle, Figure 22, can be in-

stalled, on the gear box side, when using automo-bile tires with wide tread widths.

Install the adaptor as shown in Figure 22. Re-

place the grease fitting with the 90° fitting shipp-

ed with the adaptor bundle.

TINES

Extra tines can be installed on the Model 258rake as shown in Figure 23 to make it a high

density rake. The extra 55 steel or rubber tines

FIGURE 19

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" CUT AND REMOVE THIS

SECTION FOR MODEL 256

kj&Z,

SUPPORT BAR ^£5^i U-BOLT AND(2) SELF LOCKING NUTS

w

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FIGURE 20

available from your Sperryand hardware are

New Holland Dealer.

Refer to the Replacing Tines section of this

manual for installation instructions.

. CENTER AND END TINES FOR T

^^ FIGURE 23

SPECIFICATIONS 256 models 258&260

Length overall 121" 121"

Width overall 123" 132"

Height overall 52" 5Z'

Raking width 8'6" 9'6"

Operating speed 2-7 mph 2-7 mph

Transport speed 20 mph 20 mph

Ree l ,Ground Driven - 3 point suspended

Tine bars 5 5

Gearbox Bevel and pinion gears - heat treated — run in oil —

tapered roller bearings

Bearings

Wheel bearings Steel backed bronze Steel backed bronze

Axle bearings Tapered roller Tapered roller

Reel bearings Tapered roller Tapered roller

Tine bar bearings Precision ball Tapered roller

Wheel tread 66' 66"

Wheels Two 400 x 15" droP center rims for tires 5.00 x 15,

6.70 x 15, 7.10x15 and 7.75x15or two 5.t)0x 14" drop center rims for tires 7.50 x 14,

7.75 x 14, 8.00 x 14 and 8.25 x 14

Tires (optional) 5.00 x 15" Traction Implement

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