McHale F5500 - Page 64

McHale F5500 Baler
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First, fit the PTO shaft to the machine and then check if the PTO can be connected to
the tractor stub. If not, then the PTO shaft is too long and must be altered. Typically the
shortest distance on a trailed machine is when the tractor is turned at the maximum
angle from the machine. Operating on very hilly ground can also reduce this further.
After measuring carefully, the PTO shaft halves should be cut equally so that the PTO
shaft assembly is kept as long as possible, whilst just allowing enough room for its
removal. This will ensure that a maximum overlap (ideally 200 mm minimum) is
maintained, when extended.
Maximum 80° angle of movement should never be exceeded, otherwise permanent
damage will result.
Min
ATTENTION: PTO wide angle joint must never exceed 80 deg.
both during operation and when stationary, otherwise permanent
damage will result.