Modern Predator - Page 22

22 20’ Predator
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
The tractor used to operate the cutter must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and operate the Power
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cutter damage and be a potential danger to the operator and passersby.
Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
• ASAE approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt.
• Tractor Safety Devices .................... Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting, PTO master shield
• Tractor Horsepower -Minimum ........ FL10M 40HP; FL15M 50HP
• Maximum ........................................ 540 RPM Unit-120 HP; 1000 RPM Unit 140 HP
• Drawbar............................................ Set length according to operating speed of the cutter and driveline
type, rated to carry weight of the cutter, safety chain attachment point
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2 ports, 3 ports recommended if additional,3-spool control valve is not used.
• Front End Weights............................ As needed to maintain 20% weight on front axle
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driveline type of the cutter.
• Tire Wheel Spacing .......................... Set tires minimum width of 60” from inside to inside of tires.
ROPS and Seat Belt
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seat belt to protect the operator from falling off the tractor, especially during a roll over where the driver
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installed by an authorized dealer.
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system (ROPS). Always wear seat belts. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off
the tractor--particularly during a turnover when the operator could be pinned under the ROPS.
3.2 Tractor Safety Devices
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with proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the
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Always replace shields and guards that were removed for access to connect, service, or repair the tractor
or cutter. Never operate the tractor PTO with the PTO master shield missing or in the raised position.
WARNING
OPERATION