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Check the brake hoses regularly
Check the condition of the brake hoses monthly for any signs of cracking or abrasion.
Ensure there is no contact from surrounding objects that could cause damage or wear
over time.
Check the hand brake cables
Check the hand brake cables monthly for signs of stretch, wear or deterioration.
10.15 Adjusting pick-up float springs
The spring retained collars which are used to adjust the pick-up float springs are
located on either side, underneath the chopper unit. To adjust, follow the procedure
below:
1. Using the tractor spool handle, hydraulically raise the pick-up, in order to
release float spring pressure.
2. Ensure that the tractor engine has been shut down, the key removed and the
brakes applied before carrying out the following procedure.
3. The method of adjustment can be either Type A or Type B, which are shown
below.
(a) Type A: Loosen the collar by slacking off the bolts, then tap the collar in
the direction (R) if increased float is required, or in direction (F) if less float
is required. Remember to fully tighten the bolts on the collar when
adjustment is complete.
(b) Type B: Loosen the collar by moving the circlip to another groove. The
ram body on type B has a series of grooves allowing the circlip and collar
to be moved at 10 mm intervals of adjustment. Tap the collar in the
direction (R) if increased float is required, or in direction (F) if less float is
required. Ensure circlip is positioned fully in the nearest groove to
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