OPERATION
3. Connect the hitch swing cylinder hoses (labelled red #2
and blue #2) to the tractor’s hydraulic circuit (A). Refer
to 3.7.3 Connecting Hydraulics, page 47.
4. Swing the mower conditioner completely to the left,
then completely to the right. Repeat three or four times
to charge the hitch swing circuit.
5. Swing the mower conditioner so that it is centered
behind the towing vehicle.
Figure 3.65: Hydraulic Connection
6. Close the hitch swing lock-out valve (A) by turning the
handle to the closed (vertical) position.
Figure 3.66: Hitch Swing Lock-Out Valve Shown
in Closed Position
7. Raise the mower c onditioner fully and close the lift
cylinder lock-out valve (A) on each lift cylinder by
turning the handle to the closed position.
8. Ensure tires are properly inflated.
9. Ensure the slow moving veh icle (SM V ) sign, reflectors,
and lights are clean and visible at rear of mower
conditioner.
Figure 3.67: Cylinder Lock-Out Valve
10. Proceed to the procedure relevant to your equipment.
• If towing the mower conditioner with a tractor, refer to 3.14.2 Transporting with a Tractor, page 68.
• If towing the mower conditioner with a truck, refer to 3.14.3 Transporting with a Truck, page 68.
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