F17

DOUBLE OFFSET TANDEM

OPERATION**MAINTENANCE**SET-UP
INSTRUCTIONS

AMCO MANUFACTURING COMPANY

800 South Industrial Parkway P.O. Box 1107
Yazoo City, Mississippi (MS) 39194 USA
(662) 746-4464. Toll Free 800-748-9022. Fax (662) 746-6825
www.amcomfg.com

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 TO THE PURCHASER
The care you give your new AMCO F17 Double Offset Tandem Disk Harrow will greatly
determine Satisfaction and service you will obtain from it. By observing the instructions and
suggestions in this manual, your AMCO F17 Harrow will serve you well for many years.

As an Authorized AMCO Dealer, we stock Genuine AMCO Parts, which are manufactured
with the same precision and skill as the original equipment. For best performance and lower
life use only Genuine AMCO replacement parts. Our factory trained staff Is kept fully informed
of the most efficient methods of servicing AMC° equipment and is ready and able to assist
you.

When you sell your F17 Harrow you should pass this manual to the new owner.

If you should require additional aid or information, contact us.

YOUR AUTHORIZED AMCO DEALER

OSHA requires that as a farm employer you meet certain safety requirements. Become
familiar, with and comply, with those requirements. Be sure anyone who operates this equip-
ment understands all safety related items. If this harrow is repainted, be certain new decals are
ordered. Decal pertaining to personal safety must be replaced.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety pre-

cautions. It means — ATTENTION! Become alert! Your
safety is involved.

To insure efficient and prompt service, please provide the model number and serial number
of your AMCO Harrow in all correspondence or contacts. Remember, the right- and left-hand
sides of the harrow are determined by standing at the rear of the harrow and facing the direc-
tion of travel.

MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER

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Table of Contents

To the Purchaser 2
Table of Contents 3
Safety Suggestions 4
General Specifications 5

Parts List

Pull Tongue and Adjusting Rod 6-7

Main Frame and Rockshaft 8-9
Wheels, Hubs and Spindles 10
4 x 8 Hydraulic Cylinder 11
Front Gang Components 12-15
Rear Gang Components 16-19
Outriggers for 13'6 and 15" Models 20
Flex Gang Bearing Riser 21
Light Kit & Safety Chain 22
Torque Chart 23

Assembly

Assembly Instructions 24-29

Lubrication 30-31
Maintenance 32-34
Storage 35
Operating Instructions and Procedures 36-38
Operating Tips for Long Life and Satisfactory Performance 39
Most Often Encountered Disc Blade Failures 40-41

Rev. 9/26/2023

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 SAFETY SUGGESTIONS
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL INDICATES
IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES IN THIS
MANUAL. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL,
CAREFULLY READ THE MESSAGE THAT
FOLLOWS AND BE ALERT TO THE POSSI-
BILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY.

CAUTION Never stand between tractor and disk harrow

when hitching unless all controls are in neutral and the
brakes are locked

CAUTION Park or block the disk harrow so it will not roll

when disconnected from the tractor drawbar.

CAUTION When working on disk harrows, care should be

exercised in handling or tightening bolts near disk blades
to avoid injury.

CAUTION Always secure for transport by using the lock

pin and wing lock pins.

CAUTION Never clean, adjust or lubricate a disk harrow

that is in motion.

CAUTION When transporting machinery over public

roads, comply with your local and state laws regarding
length, width and lighting.

CAUTION When trailing the harrow over public roads, the

SMV Emblem must be used, for protection of tractor and
motor vehicle operators

CAUTION When transporting farm implements on public

roads after dusk it is the responsibility of the operator to
provide lighting and reflectors on the rear of the implement
in accordance with your state law.

CAUTION All hydraulically or mechanically elevated com-

ponents must be blocked to prevent accidental lowering or
must be lowered to the ground when making adjustments
or when the equipment is idle.

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 DOUBLE OFFSET TANDEM
Model "F17"
9" Spacing
(F) Series
General Purpose
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
(Metrics in Parentheses)
Axles: Four 1-1/2" square, high carbon cold Gang Bearings: Maintenance-Free gang bearings, 1-1/2"
rolled steel (3 Year Warranty) (38mm) square bore, toggle mounted with
(On Bearings!) wear guards to protect the bearing housing.
Blades: 22" x 1/4"(6mm) Plain diminishing Bearing Risers: Fabricated steel
with two feathering blades on rear Wheels: 2 - 15x8" w/ 9.5Lx15 Tires, 8ply on 9'3",
gang 10'6", & 12'0" *4 - 15x8" w/ 9.5Lx15 Tires,
8ply (13'6", 15'0", & 16'6")
Scrapers: Includes 3/16” x 6½” x 8”, high- Hubs: Std. 6 lug hubs on 15x8" wheel
carbon steel, replaceable, adjustable Wrench: 1 for gang bolt
scraper blades mounted on bars of Disc Spacing: 9 Inches (229mm)
2½” x 2½” square tubing. The Gang Angle: Adjustable 18° to 22° Front, 17° to 21° Rear
scrapers are attached to the 2½” x ½”
thick arms with heavy duty u-bolts.
Tongue: 70" long with tongue jack and base Weight: 106 to 120 lbs per blade
hitch clevis 296 to 337 lbs. per foot
Hydraulic 4"x8"x 1/2" w/stroke control (3000 Transport Width: Width of cut plus 18"
Cylinders: PSI). Includes hose bundle to tractor
No. Approximate Approximate
Cutting of No. of Engine HP Weight
Model No. Width Discs Bearings Required (kW) lbs (kg)
F17-2622 9'3" (2.82m) 26 8 68-101 (50-75) 3414 (1548)
F17-3022 10'6" (3.20m) 30 8 81-108 (60-80) 3698 (1677)
F17-3422 12'0" (3.66m) 34 8 95-122 (70-90) 3982 (1806)
F17-3822* 13'6" (4.12m) 38 12 108-135 (80-100) 4816 (2184)
F17-4222* 15'0" (4.68m) 42 12 122-155 (90-115) 5130 (2326)
F17-4622* 16'6" (5.15m) 46 12 142-176 (105-130) 5644 (2560)
*Includes 2 outrigger bars and clamps
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Shock absorber gang risers in lieu of Std. cast gang risers
- Add per bearing Add 18 (8) ea
(Note: AMCO recommends 1/4"(6mm) blades for use with
shock absorber gangs)
BR-14-0001 Dual wheels with 9.5L in lieu of single on 9'3", 10'6", & 12'0" Add 106.0 (2.8)ea.
BR-14-0006 Dual wheels with 11L in lieu of single on 9'3", 10'6", & 12'0" Add 106.0 (2.8)ea.
22" x 1/4"(6mm) Cutout blades in lieu of standard Ded 1.9 (0.9)ea.
24" x 1/4"(6mm) Cutout blades in lieu of standard Add 4.0 (1.8)ea.
24" x 1/4"(6mm) Plain blades in lieu of standard Add 6.0 (2.8)ea.

Use of Disk on tractors with higher than recommended drawbar horsepower will cause excessive
maintenance cost and may void your warranty.

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PULL TONGUE

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 PULL TONGUE

Ref No. Part No Description No Req'd.

1 0623 Clevis 1
2 9628 Trunion Clamp 2
3 10067 5/8" x 5-1/2" HHCS, GR 5 1
4 10299 5/8" Lock Nut 1
5 10910 5-16" x 2-1/4" Roll Pin 5
6 20246 Clevis Pin 1
7 100574 Pin 1.25" x 6.875" 2
8 0833A Pull Tongue 1
9 AN-05-0038 Stabilizer Spring Assembly 1
10606 1/8" Pipe Thread Grease Fitting, 45° 2
10872 1-3/8" Flat Washer 3
10910 5/16" x 2-1/4" Roll Pin 1
11279 1-3/8" Slotted Nut 1
0635A Stabilizer Rod 1
10460A Spring 2
9892A Swivel 1
9919A Stabilizer Swivel (Threaded) 1
10 100134 Nut Wrench 1
11 AL-05-0001 Hose Holder Assembly 1
10075 Cotter Pin 1/4" x 1-1/2" 1
100061 Hose Holder 1
12 11261 Tongue Jack 1

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MAIN FRAME

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 MAIN FRAME
Ref No. Part No. Description No Req'd.
1 0802 Rockshaft Tie Link 1
2 0866 Rockshaft Pivot Pin, 1.5" x 6.75" 4
3 0912 Transport Strap 1
4 0941 Transport T-Pin 1
5 7397 Connecting Pin, 1" x 4.375" 1
6 9628 Trunion Clamp 2
7 10043 5/8" x 6-1/2" HHCS, GR 5 1
8 10232 1-1/2" Slotted Nut 4
9 10299 5/8" Lock Nut 1
10 10317 Klik Pin 1/4" 1
11 11691 7/8" Flange Lock Nut 16
12 10910 5/16" x 2-1/4" Roll Pin 8
13 11440 Operator's Manual 1
14 11465 "AMCO" Decal (NOT SHOWN) 3
15 11492 Bushing, 1" long 1
16 11713 Serial Plate 1
17 11714 Drive Screw 2
18 11716 "Maintenance" Decal (NOT SHOWN) 1
19 11741 "Warning" Decal (NOT SHOWN) 1
20 11767 "F17" Decal (NOT SHOWN) 3
21 12082 7/8" x 9" Hex Cap Screw, GR 5 16
22 12156 1/4" Straight Self-Tap Zerk 4
23 19021 "Made In USA" Decal (NOT SHOWN) 1
24 19028 Self-Tapping Screw 2
25 20395 F17 Main Frame 1
26 100578 Pin, 1" x 5.5" 1
27 100583 Strap 8
28 BC-05-0329 Rockshaft Assembly, RH 1
20392 Rockshaft 1
11492 Bushing, 1" long 1
BM-05-0082 Hub & Spindle Assembly, 6-Bolt (qty 2 for 13', 15' & 16') 1
29 BC-05-0330 Rockshaft Assembly, LH 1
20393 Rockshaft 1
11492 Bushing, 1" long 2
BM-05-0082 Hub & Spindle Assembly, 6-Bolt (qty 2 for 13', 15' & 16') 1
30 MT-01-0001 Manual Tube 1
31 18011 Bronze Rockshaft Pivot Bushing, 4.25” long (NOT SHOWN) 4

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 Spindle & Hub
Ref No. Part No. Description No Req'd.
1 10263 7/8" Spindle Washer 1
2 10264 7/8" Slotted Nut 1
3 10291 Cotter Pin 5/32" x 1-1/4" 1
4 10295 Cone, Outer 1
5 10353 Cone, Inner 1
6 10356 Hub Cap 1
7 10509 3/8" Lock Nut 1
8 10871 3/8" x 3" HHCS, GR 5 1
9 11017 Grease Seal 1
10 11643 Spindle, 12" long 1
11 11644 Hub, 6-Bolt (includes 2 cups, 6 bolts, 6 nuts) 1
10293 Bearing Cup, Inner 1
10352 Bearing Cup, Outer 1
11657 Hub Bolt 6
11046 Hub Nut 6
12 10936 Wheel 15 x 8, 6-hole (NOT SHOWN) 1
13 BD-20-0001 15x8, 6-bolt wheel with 9.5Lx15, 8ply tire (NOT SHOWN) 1

BM-05-0082 Spindle & Hub Complete (Parts 1-11)

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 4 x 8 Hydraulic Cylinder
Ref No. Part No. Description No Req'd.
1 12382 4x8 Cylinder, 3000 PSI 1
2 10937 Stroke Control 1
3 11296 Clevis 1
4 10956 Clevis Pin 2
5 10957 Hair Clip 4
6 11492 Clevis Bushing (NOT SHOWN) 2

BD-20-0003 Cylinder Bundle (Parts 1-6)

Note: Use these parts for s/n: #95110416 and after

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 FRONT GANG COMPONENTS

Ref No Req'd.
No. Part No. Description 9'3" 10'6" 12'0" 13'6" 15'0" 16'6"
1 0933 Front Gang Frame, 3"x5"x44" 1
1 0921 Front Gang Frame (shown), 3"x5"x53" 1
1 0923 Front Gang Frame, 3"x5"x62.5" 1
1 0925 Front Gang Frame, 3"x5”x72" 1
1 0927 Front Gang Frame, 3"x5"x81.5" 1
1 0929 Front Gang Frame, 3"x5"x90.75" 1
2 6513 U-Bolt, 3/4" x 5-1/16" x 4.75" 2 2 2 2 3 3
3 10299 5/8" Lock Nut 4 4 4 4 6 6
4 10300 3/4" Lock Nut 4 4 4 4 6 6
5 10396 7/8" Lock Nut 4 4 4 6 6 6
6 11280 U-Bolt, 7/8" x 5 x 3 2 2 2 3 3 3
7 103374 Scraper Bar Support 2 2 2 2 3 3
8 103539 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 50" 1
8 103460 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 59" 1
8 101909 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 65" 1
8 103465 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 72.25" 1
8 103459 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 80.50" 1
8 103452 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 97.625" 1
9 100002A U-Bolt, 5/8" x 2.5" x 4.25" 2 2 2 2 3 3
10 16012A Bearing Riser 2 2 2 3 3 3

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 No Req'd.
Ref No. Part No. Description 9'3" 10'6" 12'0" 13'6" 15'0" 16'6"
11 9628 Trunion Clamp 2 2 2 3 3 3
12 10135 5/8" x 1-3/4" Carriage Bolt, GR 5 4 4 4 6 6 6
13 10299 5/8" Lock Nut 14 16 18 22 24 26
14 21040 Scraper - RH (FRH) [SHOWN] 5 6 7 8 9 10
14 21041 Scraper - LH (FLH) 5 6 7 8 9 10
15 101055 Clamp Bracket 5 6 7 8 9 10
16 102489 Wear Guard 2 2 2 3 3 3
17 100002A U-Bolt, 5/8" x 2.5" x 4.25" 5 6 7 8 9 10

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 No Req'd.
Ref No. Part No. Description 9'3" 10'6" 12'0" 13'6" 15'0" 16'6"
18 545 Spacer Spool 3 4 5 5 6 7
19 2404 Bumper Washer 1 1 1 1 1 1
20 3276 22" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Plain 5 6 7 8 9 10
20 3275 22" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Cut-Out (Optional) 5 6 7 8 9 10
20 3255 24" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Plain (Optional) 5 6 7 8 9 10
20 3250 24" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Cut-Out (Optional) 5 6 7 8 9 10
21 3278 10" Back-up blade 1 1 1 1 1 1
22 9442 1.50" x 52.375" Square Axle, 6-blade 1
22 9443 1.50" x 61.375" Square Axle, 7-blade 1
22 9444 1.50" x 70.625" Square Axle, 8-blade 1
22 9445 1.50" x 79.875" Square Axle, 9-blade 1
22 9446 1.50" x 89.125" Square Axle, 10-blade 1
22 9447 1.50" x 98.375" Square Axle, 11-blade 1
23 10226 1-1/2" Slotted Nut 1 1 1 1 1 1
24 10395 1/2" Lock Nut 1 1 1 1 1 1
25 10489 1-1/2" Hex Nut, GR 8 1 1 1 1 1 1
26 10710 1/2" x 2" Carriage Bolt, GR 5 1 1 1 1 1 1
27 10872 1-3/8" Flat Washer 1 1 1 1 1 1
28 10910 5/16" x 2-1/4" Roll Pin 1 1 1 1 1 1
29 11588 20" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Plain 1 1 1 1 1 1
30 17010 End Bell, Large 2 2 2 3 3 3
31 17014 End Bell, Small 2 2 2 3 3 3
32 100098 Bearing Plate 1 1 1 1 1 1
33 100099 Spacer Plate 1 1 1 1 1 1
34 1222A End Washer 1 1 1 1 1 1
35 5622A Lock Plate 1 1 1 1 1 1
36 FB-09-0021 Bearing Assembly (Maintenance-Free) 2 2 2 3 3 3

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 REAR GANG COMPONENTS

No Req'd.
Ref No. Part No. Description 9'3" 10'6" 12'0" 13'6" 15'0" 16'6"
1 0934 Rear Gang Frame, 3"x 5"x53" 1
1 0922 Rear Gang Frame (shown), 3"x5"x62.50" 1
1 0924 Rear Gang Frame, 3"x5"x72" 1
1 0926 Rear Gang Frame, 3"x5"x81.50" 1
1 0928 Rear Gang Frame, 3"x5"x91" 1
1 0930 Rear Gang Frame, 3"x5"x100.50" 1
2 6513 U-Bolt, 3/4" x 5-1/16" x 4.75" 2 2 2 2 3 3
3 10299 5/8" Lock Nut 4 4 4 4 6 6
4 10300 3/4" Lock Nut 4 4 4 4 6 6
5 10396 7/8" Lock Nut 4 4 4 6 6 6
6 11280 U-Bolt, 7/8" x 5 x 3 2 2 2 3 3 3
7 103374 Scraper Bar Support 2 2 2 2 3 3
8 103478 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 53.375" 1
8 103450 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 60.875" 1
8 103449 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 70" 1
8 103459 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 80.25" 1
8 103451 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 88.50" 1
8 103567 Scraper Bar, 2.5" x 2.5" x 106.25" 1
9 100002A U-Bolt, 5/8" x 2.5" x 4.25" 2 2 2 2 3 3
10 16012A Bearing Riser 2 2 2 3 3 3

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 No Req'd.
Ref No. Part No. Description 9'3" 10'6" 12'0" 13'6" 15'0" 16'6"
11 9628 Trunion Clamp 2 2 2 3 3 3
12 10135 5/8" x 1-3/4" Carriage Bolt, GR 5 4 4 4 6 6 6
13 10299 5/8" Lock Nut 16 18 20 24 26 28
14 21040 Scraper - RH (RLH) 6 7 8 9 10 11
14 21041 Scraper - LH (RRH) [SHOWN] 6 7 8 9 10 11
15 101055 Clamp Bracket 6 7 8 9 10 11
16 102489 Wear Guard 2 2 2 3 3 3
17 100002A U-Bolt, 5/8" x 2.5" x 4.25" 6 7 8 9 10 11

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 No Req'd.
Ref No. Part No. Description 9'3" 10'6" 12'0" 13'6" 15'0" 16'6"
18 545 Spacer Spool 4 5 6 6 7 8
19 2404A Bumper Washer, Drilled & Tapped 1 1 1 1 1 1
20 3055 16" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Plain 1 1 1 1 1 1
21 3276 22" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Plain 4 5 6 7 8 9
21 3275 22" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Cut-Out (Optional) 4 5 6 7 8 9
21 3255 24" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Plain (Optional) 4 5 6 7 8 9
21 3250 24" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Cut-Out (Optional) 4 5 6 7 8 9
22 9443 1.50" x 61.375" Square Axle, 7-blade 1
22 9444 1.50" x 70.625" Square Axle, 8-blade 1
22 9445 1.50" x 79.875" Square Axle, 9-blade 1
22 9446 1.50" x 89.125" Square Axle, 10-blade 1
22 9447 1.50" x 98.375" Square Axle, 11-blade 1
22 9448 1.50" x 107.625" Square Axle, 12-blade 1
23 9482 18" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Plain 1 1 1 1 1 1
24 10226 1-1/2" Slotted Nut 1 1 1 1 1 1
25 10710 1/2" x 2" Carriage Bolt, GR 5 1 1 1 1 1 1
26 10395 1/2" Lock Nut 1 1 1 1 1 1
27 10489 1-1/2" Hex Nut, GR 8 1 1 1 1 1 1
28 10872 1-3/8" Flat Washer 1 1 1 1 1 1
29 10910 5/16" x 2-1/4" Roll Pin 1 1 1 1 1 1
30 11588 20" x 1/4" Disc Blade, Plain 1 1 1 1 1 1
31 17010 End Bell, Large 2 2 2 3 3 3
32 17014 End Bell, Small 2 2 2 3 3 3
33 100098 Bearing Plate 1 1 1 1 1 1
34 100099 Spacer Plate 1 1 1 1 1 1
35 1222A End Washer 1 1 1 1 1 1
36 5622A Lock Plate 1 1 1 1 1 1
37 FB-09-0021 Bearing Assembly (Maintenance-Free) 2 2 2 3 3 3

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 OUTRIGGER BARS

OUTRIGGER BARS
13'6" - 16'6"
(F17-3822, 4222, 4622)
Ref. No. Part No. Description No. Req’d

1 20394 Assy. Outrigger Bar 2

2 100583 Strap - 3/4 x 3 x 9-1/8 Long 2
3 12082 Machine Bolt - 7/8 x 9 NC, PL, Gr. 5 4
4 11691 Flange Lock Nut 7/8 8
5 11102 Machine Bolt - 7/8 x 10 NC, PL 4
6 9855 Bracket - Angel Set 3/4 x 3 x 9-14/4 4

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 FLEX GANG BEARING RISER
Ref No. Part No. Description No Req'd.
1 11647 3/4" x 5" x 6.25" U-Bolt 2
2 100802 Bottom Plate 2
3 10300 3/4" Lock Nut 5
4 10727 3/4" x 3" Hex Cap Screw, GR 5 1
5 BC-09-0001 Bearing Riser Bundle 1
5a 11521A RockFlex Shank 1
5b 0944A Trunion Mount 1
5c 10579 3/4" x 3" Carriage Bolt, GR 5 2
5d 12069 3/4" Flange Lock Nut 2

Note: Parts 1-5 are required to convert bearing riser #16012A to a Shock Absorber.

OPTIONAL SHOCK ABSORBER BEARING RISER

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 F17 LIGHT KIT & SAFFETY CHAIN

Ref No. Part No. Description No Req'd.

1 1300-137 Amber Light Assembly 2
2 1300-446 Wiring Harness 1
3 1300-447 Red Lamp 2
4 2502-195 M8 x 12MM HHCS, GR 5 4
5 2515-405 Cable Tie, 1/2" x 40.5" 10
6 11646 1/2" Flange Lock Nut 12
7 12466 SMV 1
8 12467 Spade, SMV 1
9 12519 1/4" x 2" HHCS, GR 5 1
10 12520 1/4" Hex Nut 2
11 19033 1/2" x 4" x 5" L-Bolt 4
12 19052 1/2" x 4" x 6" L-Bolt 2
13 19073 1/4" x 1/2" HHCS, GR 5 1
14 21045 Safety Chain 1
15 103399 Light Bracket for Red Lamp 2
16 103427 Light Bracket for Amber Light 2
17 RE152269 Module, Implement Turn Signal 1

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 GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE
USE THE FOLLOWING TORQUES WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT GIVEN
Note: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, dry, or when lubricated with normal
engine oil. They do not apply if special graphited or moly-disulphide greases or other extreme pressure
lubricants are used. This applies to both UNF and UNC threads.

SAE Grade No. 2 5 8*

Bolt head identification
marks as per grade
NOTE: Manufacturing
Marks Will Vary Torque Torque Torque
Bolt Size Foot Pounds Foot Pounds Foot Pounds
inches Millimeters Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max.
1/4 6.35 5 6 9 11 12 15
5/16 7.94 10 12 17 20.5 24 29
3/8 9.53 20 23 35 42 45 54
7/16 11.11 30 35 54 64 70 84
1/2 12.70 45 52 80 96 110 132
9/16 14.29 65 75 110 132 160 192
5/8 15.88 95 105 150 180 220 264
3/4 19.05 150 185 270 324 380 456
7/8 22.23 160 200 400 480 600 720
1 25.40 250 300 580 696 900 1080
1-1/8 25.58 800 880 1280 1440
1-1/4 31.75 1120 1240 1820 2000
1-3/8 34.93 1460 1680 2380 2720
1-1 /2 38.10 1940 2200 3160 3560

*Thick nuts must be used with Grade 8 bolts

ALL BOLTS SHOULD BE TIGHTENED TO THE

RECOMMENDED TORQUES SHOWN IN THE
"GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE"

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 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

The AMCO F17B Harrow is shipped from the factory with maximum preassembly. The following
bundles are required for a complete harrow.
A. Bundle Pull Tongue (with tongue jack)

B. Bundle Main. Frame (with rockshafts)

C. Bundle Front Right Hand Gang and Gang Frame

D. Bundle Front Left Hand Gang and Gang Frame

E. Bundle Rear Right Hand Gang and Gang Frame

F. Bundle Rear Left Hand Gang and Gang Frame

G. Two 15" Six Bolt Wheels

STEP 1. Select a clear level area to assemble the harrow. Place all parts and bundles where
they will be readily accessible during assembly.

STEP 2. Place the center main frame "right side up" on sturdy stands at least 33" high.

CAUTION Use sturdy stands to prevent' frame from falling.

STEP 3. Attach the two front gangs to the main frame. Clamp in place with the 7/8" bolts and
straps. The gangs should be located to throw soil away from the center of the harrow,
Tighten the 7/8" bolts to specified torque.

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STEP 4. Attach the two rear gangs to the main frame. Clamp in place with the 7/8" bolts and
straps. The gangs should be located to throw soil toward the center of the harrow.
Tighten the 7/8" bolts to the specified torque.

STEP 5. Mount 9.5LX15 or 11Lx15 tires on rockshafts. Inflate to 40-50 PSI. Tighten hub bolts
tight.

CAUTION When working on disk harrows, care should be exercised in

handling or tightening bolts near disk blades to avoid injury.

9’3”, 10’6”, & 12’0” 13’6”, 15’0”, & 16’6”

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STEP 6. Install the 4" x 8" hydraulic cylinder on the main frame and the front rockshaft. The rod
end should be attached to the rockshaft. NOTE: Remove the straps that clamp the
rockshafts to the main frame.

STEP 7. Install pull tongue. Install tongue adjusting rod sub assembly.

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STEP 8. Attach two 1/2" x 12' or 3/8" x 12' SAE 100 R2 or SAE 100 R8 Double Braid Hydraulic
hoses to the hydraulic cylinder on the main frame. Attach quick couplers. (Hoses and
Couplers are standard equipment)

STEP 9. Install outriggers on 13'6",15'0", & 16’6” Models. Tighten all bolts to the specified torque.

FRONT REAR

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STEP 10. Install Light Kit and Safety Chain. (See components on pg.22)

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STEP 11. Final Grooming and check points.

A. Check inside front gangs. They should overlap in the center about 2-1/2" to 3-1/2".
(Front tips of inside blades should be 1-1/2" to 2" over center line of harrow.) This
can be adjusted by shifting the gangs on the gang frames. It is important that center
blades clear by at least 3/4".

B. Check inside rear gangs. They should be 26" to 30" apart. (The front tip of the inside
blades should be 13" to 15" from the harrow centerline.) Shift gangs as required to
obtain this spacing.

C. Check scraper adjustment. Scrapers should be adjusted to run 1/8" to 1/4" from
disk blades.

D. Tighten all bolts to proper torque.

E. Raise and lower harrow 4 or 5 times with heavy duty 4" x 8" hydraulic cylinder.
Check transport lock to be sure it functions properly.

F. Raise harrow for transport as described above. Use a good grade of clean Lithium
soap base chassis grease to lubricate the entire harrow. This is very important if
the harrow will be kept in inventory for several weeks before being placed in service,
Grease the harrow as follows:

(1) Grease the four rockshaft pivot pins until grease appears at the ends of the
pivot journals.

(2) Grease the two fittings on the tongue adjusting rod.

G. If the harrow is in storage for four to six months, the entire harrow should again be
lubricated before placing in service. It should also be greased every 50 hours while
in use, at the end of each season and at the start of each season.

H. Check decals to be certain they are in place and in good condition. Touch up paint
as required before delivery. Place Operators Manual in the heavy plastic shipping
bag. Tape bag to main frame so the Operators Manual will be delivered to your
customer along with the harrow.

STEP 12. Review all steps of the assembly process to be certain the harrow is properly as-
sembled. Check all bolts to be sure they are properly torqued. Visually inspect the
harrow for any missing, damaged, or defective parts. Repaint any areas that need
improvement.

Remember, a little extra attention to details at this time can prevent problems after the
harrow is placed in service.

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 LUBRICATION

Careful and regular attention to lubrication will greatly increase the life of the harrow. For
economical and efficient operation, the proper lubrication of frame fittings and wheel bearings is
essential.

Be sure fittings are free of dirt before greasing. If a fitting is lost or damaged, replace it im-
mediately. Lubricate all parts thoroughly with a good grade No. 2 gun grease (Lithium Base).

Miscellaneous working parts not provided with lubrication fittings should be oiled occasionally
with a good grade of lubrication oil.

ROCKSHAFT PIVOT PINS

A high carbon steel pin with a grease fitting joins each rockshaft to the main frame in two
places. These 4 pins should be greased every 50 hours of operation. They should also be greased
at the beginning and end of the disking season. A good grade of Lithium soap base grease is
recommended.

WARNING Lower or block elevated components before servicing or

when leaving the machine. Elevated components can fall and cause
serious injury.

GANG BEARINGS

The AMCO F17 Harrow Gangs are equipped Maintenance-Free bearings. No lubrication
needed. Bearings come with 3-year manufacturer warranty.

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TONGUE ADJUSTING ROD:

The two swivels on the tongue adjusting rod should be greased every 50 hours of operation,
also, at the beginning and end of each disking season. The threads on the rod should be cleaned
and oiled occasionally for smooth operation.

WHEEL HUB BEARINGS

The wheel hubs are equipped with tapered roller bearings. These hubs are packed with grease
and adjusted at the factory. They should be repacked and the spindle nut properly adjusted each
disking season or every 300 hours of operation, Use a good grade of clean lithium soap base
grease.

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 MAINTENANCE

WHEEL BEARING REPAIR

Wheel bearings should be repacked with grease and adjusted annually. Under extreme
conditions, they should be serviced more frequently. Check occasionally for excessive end play.
Adjust as required to eliminate excessive end play.

To disassemble the hub, remove the dust cap by prying around it. Remove the cotter pin,
slotted nut and spindle washer. Carefully remove the hub and bearings from the spindle. Inspect
all parts for wear and replace if necessary.

Nut

Hub Bolt

Cup
Cup
Spindle
Nut

Cotter
Pin

Hub Cap

Washer
Cone

Seal Cone

Use the following procedure when repairing or servicing wheel hubs:

1. Clean all parts that are to be re-used.

2. Carefully inspect the metal case on the grease seal. Discard seal if case is bent or damaged.
Check seal lips for cuts, tears or excessive wear. Seal must fit snugly on extended inner race
of bearing.

3. Carefully inspect both sets of bearing cones. Bearing bore and rollers must be smooth and
free of nicks and scratches. Replace cones if damaged.

4. Inspect hub to make sure that hub bolts have a good thread. Bearing cups must be smooth
and free of surface blemishes. Cups must be removed from the hub and replaced if damaged.
Cups should be fully pressed into the hub and rest squarely against the shoulder inside the
hub. Hub cap and grease seal should fit snugly inside the hub. Severely damaged hubs should
be replaced.

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5. Threads on spindle must be in good condition. Bearing cone seats must be smooth and free
of blemishes. Bearing cones must fit squarely on spindle.

6. Spindle washer, slotted nut, cotter pin and hub cap must be in good condition. Replace if worn
or damaged.
To reassemble the hub, repack each bearing cone with grease and fill the hub cavity 1/3 full of
grease. Place inner bearing in hub, press grease seal into hub and carefully install the hub on the
spindle. Install the outer bearing assembly into the hub, and replace the spindle washer and slotted
nut. Tighten the slotted nut until the hub binds when rotated.

Back the slotted nut off to the nearest slot. Rotate the hub five or six revolutions in each
direction to seat all parts. Re-tighten the slotted nut while rotating the hub. When the hub binds,
back the slotted nut off to the nearest slot and secure with a cotter pin. Install dust cap and mount
wheel on hub.

GANG REPAIR
1. With the harrow in its "down" or working position, loosen the gang bolt nut. It is helpful to
clean the threads of all bolts with a wire brush and apply penetrating oil before removing
the nuts.

2. Remove the nuts that secure the gang to the bearing riser.

3. Remove the trunion clamps and wear guards.

4. Raise the harrow on its wheels, the entire gang can then be rolled away from the harrow.
In most cases time can be saved by removing the scraper bars and scrapers.

5. Remove the gang bolt nut and end-washer.

6. Remove the blades, spacer spools and bearings being careful not to damage the threads
on the gang bolt.

7. Tear the entire gang down and clean all parts. Check disk axle for straightness. Bowed,
bent or worn axles must be replaced.

8. Check spacer spools for damage caused by running disk with loose gangs or hitting
underground obstructions. Replace spools if they are damaged.

9. Carefully check all end bells. The large end must contact the disk blade around the entire
circumference of the end bell. The small end must be smooth and perpendicular to the
axle. The end bells mint be replaced if they are cracked or worn on the surface adjacent
to the bearing.

10. Check all the bearings on the gang. Running a harrow for one hour or more after a bearing
failure will seriously damage other bearings on the gang. These damaged bearings will
then fail within a few hours after the failed bearing has been replaced. Continued operation
with this failed bearing will damage the new bearing thus it will fail after a few hours use.
In most cases it will be best to replace all bearings on a gang when it is torn down for
repairs. A triple lip sealed bearing should always be used for bearing replacement.

11. To replace a bearing, the snap ring must be removed. The old bearing and "Protect-O-
Shield Washers" should then be pressed out of the housing. Clean and wash out old
grease and carefully check the housing. Replace the housing if it is damaged. Check the
Protect-O-Shield washers. They should fit snug in the bearing housing requiring a few light
taps with a hammer to remove or install them. If they are loose, bent, or show signs wear
near the inner race of the bearing, they should be replaced. Do not use the harrow without
the washers being installed. Press the new bearing straight into the housing. Always press
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 against the outer race of the bearing. Rotate the bearing in the housing after it is pressed
in to be sure it turns freely. Install the snap ring in the housing.
12. Check all disk blades for cracks, breaks, wear and other damage. Replace worn or
damaged disk blades.

13. After cleaning, checking and replacing all damaged parts, the gang should be assembled.
Be sure the snap ring in the bearing housing is turned toward the convex (back) side of
the disk blades. The 1-1/2" square gang bolt nut should be torqued to 1200 FT/LBS. The
axle nut should be locked in place with the lock plate.

14. After the gang is assembled it should be attached to the harrow. The bearing risers should
be carefully spaced to match the bearing housing. Poorly spaced bearing risers will
overload the bearings and cause premature failure. The gang should be rotated 4 or 5
complete revolutions to be sure that all parts are aligned and the gang turns freely.
Replace the scraper bar and scrapers.

15. The bearings are maintenance-free and do not require greasing.

16. It is essential that gang bolts be kept tight to prevent axle bending, blade breakage, spacer
spool breakage and damage to other -gang parts. Gang parts tend to wear on a bevel
when the harrow is operated with a loose gang bolt. This reduces the area of contact
between mating gang parts. Therefore, it is often difficult to keep a gang bolt tight if it has
been operated in a loose condition. After such a gang bolt has been properly torqued it
should be re-torqued after about 30 minutes of operation, again after 4 or 5 hours of
operation and again after 8 to 10 hours of use. This will assure that proper gang bolt
tension is maintained while the mating components are resenting. If the gang bolt will not
stay tight, the gang should be completely disassembled and all parts carefully inspected.
All damage pans should be replaced before reassembling the gangs.

CAUTION: When working on disk harrows care

should be exercised in handling or tightening
bolts near disk blades to avoid injury. All
hydraulically or mechanically elevated compo-
nents must be blocked or lowered to prevent
accidents when servicing the harrow.

SCRAPER REPAIR
Bent scraper bars or shanks should be replaced or straightened if possible. The blades can be
replaced when they wear to the extent they are not performing properly. Keep the blades adjusted
from 1/8" to 1/4" from the disk blades. The scrapers can be adjusted by loosening the mount bolt
and sliding the scraper to the proper position then tightening the mount bolt. Additional adjustment
can be obtained by loosening the scraper bar mount bolts and shifting the entire scraper bar. Do
not allow the scraper blades to run on the spacer spools as immediate damage to the spool will
occur.

ROCKSHAFT PIVOT PIN REPAIR

The rockshafts are equipped with replaceable, regreasable bronze bushings, #18011. If
properly lubricated they should last for several seasons. The bushings should be checked each
disking season for excessive pivot pin or bushing wear. Worn bushings and pivot pins should be
replaced, Failure to replace worn or damaged parts will damage other parts.

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GENERAL
Keep all bolts tight, Check all bolts after 50 hours operation and each season thereafter.
Visually inspect all bogs daily. DO NOT run with loose gang bolts. Keep the gang bolts torqued to
1200 ft. lbs.
STORAGE

Proper storage will add to the life of your disk harrow, and assure its being in good condition for
the next season. The following procedure is recommended.

Clean off all foreign matter, and thoroughly lubricate the harrow. (See lubrication instructions)

Tighten loose bolts and replace any damaged or missing parts.

Repaint the harrow where the original paint has worn off.

Coat the disk blades and hydraulic cylinder rod with a good rust preventative.

Store in a dry place, with the gangs resting on boards to remove weight from the tires.

Carefully rotate each gang and check for worn or damaged blades, bent gang shafts, worn
scrapers, damaged bearings and other parts which may need replacing.

Whenever disk blades or bearings are replaced, the gang shaft nuts must be torqued to 1200
foot pounds.

CAUTION All hydraulically or mechanically elevated operating

components must be blocked to prevent accidental lowering or must be
lowered to the ground when making adjustments or when the equipment
is idle.

CAUTION Hydraulic systems are highly pressurized. Es-

caping hydraulic oil, even an invisible pinhole leak, can
penetrate body tissues causing serious injury. Use a piece of
wood or cardboard when looking for leaks - never use the
hands or other parts of the body.

Relieve hydraulic pressure before disconnecting circuits.

When reassembling, make absolutely certain that all con-
nections arc tight.

If injured by hydraulic oil escaping under pressure, see a

doctor immediately. Serious infection or reaction may occur
if medical attention is not given at once.

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 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES

Disk as deep as necessary to do a thorough job, but do not try to disk to an excessive depth.
In most conditions the AMCO harrow has sufficient weight for good penetration, in other conditions
you have a little more weight than you really need. For these conditions, your harrow should be
equipped with flotation tires. 9.5L x 15 tires will be adequate for most conditions: You also need a
good heavy duty 4 x 8 hydraulic cylinder with depth control. This will allow you to control cutting
depth.

Never allow soil to "bulldoze" ahead or flow over the spacer spools. Cutting depth should be
controlled to avoid this situation. Maintaining proper cutting depth will have the following
advantages.

1. Increased gang bearing life.

2. Reduced strain on harrow frame and related parts.

3. Reduced load on tractor engine and drive train.

4. Lower fuel consumption due to less load on tractor engine.

5. Reduced wheel slippage and rear tractor tire wear due to lower load.

6. Increased travel speeds due to less wheel slippage.

By properly controlling cutting depth, gang bearing life will be increased with more acres
covered per day at a lower cost.

CAUTION Never clean, adjust or lubricate a disk that is in

motion. Disk blades could cause severe injury.

ADJUSTMENTS FOR LEVEL DISKING

Six factors must be considered when level disking is required. They are (1) depth of cut, (2)
tractor speed, (3) tongue adjusting rod length, (4) gang angle adjustments, (5) lateral gang
adjustments, and (6) soil conditions.

CENTER RIDGE

If a ridge of soil is left behind the center of the harrow, decrease the weight on the rear gangs
by shortening the tongue adjusting rod, decrease the angle of the rear gangs, Increase the angle
of the front gangs, or move the rear gangs farther apart, or do a combination of all four.

CENTER FURROW

If a furrow Is left behind the center of the harrow, increase the weight on the rear gangs by
lengthening the tongue adjusting rod, increase the angle of the rear gangs, decrease the angle of
the front gangs, or move the rear gangs closer together, or do a combination of all four.

OUTER RIDGES OR FURROWS

If ridges or furrows are left behind the outer ends of the harrow, change the weight on the rear
gangs by adjusting the length of the tongue adjusting rod, or change the front or rear gang cutting
angle. You may have to change t, actor speeds.
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TRACTOR SPEED

Speeds above 6 MPH may result in forming ridges and furrows. Lateral adjustment of the rear
gangs and reducing gang angle helps overcome this problem.

CAUTION: When adjusting gang angle make sure the 7/8" gang frame mount bolts are
torqued properly before use, Refer to the torque chart on page 17. After oper-
ating the disk harrow for a few hours the bolts should be rechecked for proper
torque.

ROAD TRANSPORT

Extreme caution must be exercised when the disk is transported on roads or highways.
Remember you are responsible for compliance with state and local laws regarding lighting,
reflectors, and SMV emblems, as well as length and width.

CAUTION When transporting machinery over public roads,

comply with your local and state laws regarding length, width
and lighting

CAUTION When trailing the disk over public roads, the SMV
Emblem must be used, for protection of tractor and motor ve-
hicle operators

CAUTION When transporting farm implements on public

roads after dusk, it is the responsibility of the operator to
provide lighting and reflectors on the rear of the implement
in accordance with your state law.

Prior to road transport, it is wise to check tire pressure making sure they are properly inflated.
Also, be sure all hub bolts and nuts are tight. Hub bearings should be properly adjusted. The
drawbar pin must be in good condition and secured in place to withstand shock loads. The drawbar
must also be secured to prevent swinging from side to side.

CAUTION Always secure for transport by using the trans-

port lock pin

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 The transport pin should be used to
secure the disk in the raised posi-
tion. The transport pin must be
secured in place.

Remove Transport pin before use

in working position.

When the disk is in use or being transported. The tongue jack should be stored on the tongue.
This will prevent loss of the gang bolt wrench and damage to the tongue jack.

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 OPERATING TIPS FOR LONG LIFE AND SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE

1. Match the harrow with the proper size tractor. Too much horsepower and speed will result
in excessive maintenance cost.

2. Lubricate with clean grease at the recommended intervals.

3. Use good quality tires, hoses, and hydraulic cylinders.

4. Use the tongue adjusting rod, gang angle adjustment, proper cutting depth, and travel
speed to get level disking and smooth fields.

5. Wash corrosive materials such as fertilizer and herbicides from the disk when it is not in
use.

6. Insist on genuine AMCO replacement parts, Items such as bearings and blades look alike
but are not as reliable as original equipment.

7. Never allow unsafe conditions or operating practices. Your safety is of prime Importance.

8. Raise the disk harrow on its transport wheels when turning. Failure to do so will result in
broken blades, bent axles, and excessive strain on the tongue and main frame.

9. Reduce operating speed in areas containing stumps or rocks to reduce blade breakage.

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 MOST OFTEN ENCOUNTERED DISC BLADE FAILUIRES

Most disk blade failures can be prevented by selecting the correct blade sizer and thickness
for individual conditions when buying a disk, Reduction of gang cutting angle and speed in areas
containing rocks and stumps will greatly lengthen the blade life. Keeping gang bolts properly
torqued and raising the harrow while turning will also reduce disk blade breakage.

FIGURE 1 - Laminated Disc-defective steel. FIGURE 2 - Straight directional

Eligible for warranty consideration break caused by defective steel,
Eligible for warranty consideration

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FIGURE 3,4,5 - Irregular breaks caused by contact against rocks or stumps. Not covered by
warranty.

FIGURE 6 - Chipped or dented edges FIGURE 7 - Center broken out. Experience

resulting from use in areas containing rocks has shown that this is usually caused by loose
or stumps Not covered by warranty. bolts, excesses flexing, or by contact with
rocks and stumps. covered by warranty.

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 #11741 #11465
WARNING AMCO LOGO LARGE
BEFORE OPERATING AND
#11767
#11716 MODEL NUMBER (F17)
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS

#11465 AMCO Decal

AND #11767 F17 Decal SERIAL
NOTE: Mount 4 to 6 inches rearward of NO.
axle pivot PLATE #11465 AMCO Decal
AND
#11767 F17 Decal
NOTE: Mount 4 to 6 inches
Rearward of axle pivot

1300-137 Amber Light

Note: Place on rear gang
Qty. Part No. Description 1300-137 Amber Light
Frame far left #11465
AMCO Decal
Note: Place on rear gang
5 11465 AMCO Decal & #11767 Frame far right
F17 Decal
5 11767 F17 Decal
1 11741 Warning Decal
1 11716 Maintenance Decal
2 1300-447 Red Lamp
2 1300-137 Amber Light
1 11713 Serial Plate

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