BEFCO DR0-330, Operator'S Manual

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4. Attach the driveline chains to the tractor and to the tedder to keep the driveline
protection from turning. The chains should not be too tight.
5. Ensure the driveline has at least 2” from bottoming out in its shortest working
position and has the minimum 6” overlap in its longest working position. Refer to
Section 4.03
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of this manual, if it is determined that the driveline is too long and
needs to be shortened. Contact your local dealer if it is determined that the driveline
is too short for your tractor.
On pull type tedder model DRP-330, always make sure to adjust the tractor drawbar as
specified to ASAE standards to prevent failures
(see fig. 11) . An improperly set hitch
could subject the driveline’s universal joints to undue stress.
The drawbar should be centered under the PTO shaft and secured so it cannot swing in
either direction.
CAUTION: Failure to conform to ASAE standards for drawbar PTO setup
dimensions can result in driveline damage and implement failure.
3.06 - Start Up
DANGER: The tedder must always be lowered to the ground before starting
tractor engine or engaging PTO lever.
Lower tedder to the ground. With the engine idling, slowly engage the PTO drive. Move
the throttle lever until the PTO speed indicated on the tedder is obtained. PTO speed
may vary from 400 rpm to 540 rpm. Never exceed 540 rpm.
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See Section 4.03 - Driveline, for instructions on how to determine correct driveline length and
procedures for shortening the driveline.
Fig. 11 - DRP-330 Drawbar adjustment.
14" for 540 rpm
6" to 12"
13" to 20" from ground
1"
min.