Release the pin and pull back slowly until the pin clicks in place. Repeat this
operation on the implement end.
5. Attach the driveline chains to the tractor and to the mower to keep the driveline
protection from turning. The chains should not be too tight.
3.06 - Start Up
DANGER: The mower must always be lowered to the ground before starting
tractor engine or engaging PTO lever.
Lower mower to the ground with the tractor rock shaft control lever. With the engine
idling, slowly engage the PTO drive. Move the throttle lever until the PTO speed
indicated on the mower is obtained.
The mower is set for a PTO speed of 540 rpm.
Shift the transmission to a slow speed gear and start forward, increase the ground
speed by shifting upward until the desired speed is obtained. Do not mow in reverse
unless absolutely necessary and only after careful observation of the area behind the
mower.
CAUTION: Do not operate this mower at a PTO speed or direction of rotation
other than that shown on the mower. Serious damage can occur to the machine
and/or the operator.
Before starting to mow, never forget that the
operator is responsible
for the following:
1. Safe and correct driving of the tractor and mower.
2. To learn precise safe operating procedures for both the tractor and the mower.
3. To ensure all maintenance and lubrication has been performed on the mower.
4. To have read and understood all safety aspects for the mower in the operator’s
manual.
5. To have read and understood all safety decals on the mower.
6. Checking the condition of the blades. Worn or damaged blades should be changed
before starting
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.
7. Checking to ensure that the cutting edge is the leading edge of the blade
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.
8. Checking that there is no wire, weed, grass or other material wrapped around
blades.
9. Checking to see if front weights need to be added to the tractor in order to maintain
balance.
10. Checking the tractor tires for the proper pressure in accordance with the tractor
operator’s manual.
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See Section 4.03 - Blade Maintenance.
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See Section 4.03 - Blade Maintenance.
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