Anderson SMARTMIX A1230FD, Operator'S Manual

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Figure 16 — Example Drive Shaft Length Measurement
3.3.2 Connecting the drive shaft
1. Disengage the PTO and turn off the tractor engine.
2. Connect the drive shaft to the tractor's PTO. The double universal joint must be on the tractor
side.
3. Attach the drive shaft guard chains to hold it in place.
NOTE: The PTO speed varies depending on the machine model
and options (see "Technical specifications" on page 16).
4. Ensure that the drive shaft will not collide with the machine or tractor at any lift height.
NOTE: See the documentation provided by the drive shaft
manufacturer.
3.3.3 Checking the slope angle of the drive shaft
Once the drive shaft has been connected, check its slope angle. A good slope angle will prevent
damage to the drive shaft and reduce vibrations on the machine.
Figure 17 shows the maximum vertical angle of the drive shaft.
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0° to 5°: Angle is ideal.
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6° to 10°: Angle is acceptable, but will result in more vibrations on the machine.
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11° to 15°: Angle is acceptable, but will result in premature wear on the drive shaft.
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16°+: Angle is not acceptable.