OPERATION
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CAUTION: When working on or around
mounted implements, always lower them to
ground prior to work. If an implement must
be raised, always block the implement and
the lower links securely.
CAUTION: Always shut off the PTO and shut
off the tractor engine before servicing any
PTO-driven implement. Allow all movement
and motion to stop before leaving operator's
seat.
CAUTION: Use the position control lever (1)
when attaching or detaching an implements.
NOTE: When starting the engine, ensure the implement
is lowered to the ground. This reduces load on
the starter due to hitch trying to rise when the
engine is cranked.
Rear Linkage
FIG. 53: Linkage consists of several major compo-
nents for implement attachment and operation:
Lower Links (1) - Primary attaching points to lower
implement pins.
Lift Rods (2) - Connect the lower links to the
hydraulic lift arms for raising / lowering of the lower links.
The lift rod connected to the right lower link has provi-
sions for levelling the implement (side to side).
Check Chains (3) - Reduce side sway of the imple-
ment.
Top Link (4) - Adjustable, turn-buckle type to level
implement (from to rear).
Spring (5) - Secures the lower links together to pre-
vent tyre interference when the hitch is not used.
FIG. 54: Linkage provides two positions of connecting
the top link (1) to the tractor.
For most implements, securing the top link (1) in the
upper hole A is satisfactory, but position may be varied to
provide increased implement height during transport.
CAUTION: Secure all pins after adjustment is
made. Always use pins supplied with the
tractor.
FIG. 53
FIG. 54
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