Trimax SnakeS2 - 12 D. Uncoupling the Mower from the Tractor

TRIMAX SNAKE S2 OPERATORS MANUAL
ENGLISH EDITION
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www.trimaxmowers.com 34 27 March 2019
12d. Uncoupling The Mower From The Tractor.
1. To uncouple the mower:
a. Manoeuvre the mower into the parking area.
b. Either:
i. Lower the wings to the ground, or
ii. Raise the wings into the transport position. Ensure the transport locks on all three mower
decks engage correctly.
c. Stop the tractor engine, engage the parking brake and ensure all controls are in neutral.
d. Operate the auxiliary hydraulic controls to remove any residual pressure in the system.
e. If the mower decks will be left in the transport position, connect the transport safety cable
between the outriggers.
f. Disconnect the hydraulic hose, electrical cables and the transport lock release rope from the
tractor.
g. Lower the parking jack and use it to lift the mower tow hitch clear of the tractor drawbar.
h. Disconnect the towbar safety chains if fitted.
i. Disconnect the primary driveshaft from the tractor. Store the driveshaft on the PTO holder.
j. Remove the drawbar pin.
k. Check that nothing is connecting the mower to the tractor before moving the tractor away.