Modern Predator - Page 31

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tension. Improper adjustments may cause rods to snap or bend.
6. Place split collar assemblies on the center axle hydraulic cylinder rod to maintain a set cutting
height each time the cutter is raised and lowered.
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3/4” LOWER IN THE FRONT THAN THE REAR.
Operating the cutter at this pitch will allow the cutter
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from the tractor. In addition, a more even distribution
of the clippings from the rear of the cutter will be
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rear axle until the front of the cutter is at least 3/4”
lower in the front that than the rear. To lower the
front, lengthen the leveling rods and to raise the
front shorten the leveling rods. IMPORTANT: Adjust
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