Rake Adjustment Guide
A guide to adjusting a hay rake for clean raking and low loss, for operators setting up before the season. Work through the steps in order, and keep notes on what you decide for future reference.
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The steps on this page
- Read the operator's manual
- Inspect tines and teeth
- Check ground contact
- Set rake height and angle
- Adjust windrow width
- Test on a small area
- Check for leaf loss
- Record the best settings
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with OSHA and eXtension.
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