u
Connect the electric and hydraulic metering slide actuators and the lighting (refer to 7.6
Connecting the metering slide actuators).
u
From the tractor cab, connect the lower link hooks and the upper link to the designated coupling
points; please refer to the operator’s manual of the tractor.
We recommend using lower link hooks with a hydraulic upper link for safety and comfort.
u
Check that the machine is securely positioned.
u
Carefully lift the machine to the desired lifting height.
NOTICE!
Material damage caused by a universal drive shaft that is too long
When the machine is lifted up, the halves of the universal drive shaft can come into contact
with each other. This may cause damage to the universal drive shaft, to the gearbox or the
machine.
u
Check the clearance between the machine and the tractor.
u
Make sure that there is enough space (at least 20 to 30 mm) between the outer pipe of
the universal drive shaft and the protective cone on the spreading side.
u
Shorten the universal drive shaft, if required.
Only your dealer or your specialist workshop may shorten the universal drive shaft.
Observe the installation and shortening instructions provided in the operator's manual of the
universal drive shaft manufacturer when checking and adjusting the universal drive shaft. The
operator’s manual is attached to the drive shaft on delivery.
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Pre-set the mounting height according to the fertilizer chart. See 7.5 Pre-setting the mounting
height
The machine is attached to the tractor.
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