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FLEX LINK SETUP (continued)
Quick Hitch 3 Pt Lift (Figure 3-4)
For Quick Hitch pt. lift attachment to tractor the Flex Link is attached to the Mast in the lower
holes of the Mast Struts. Refer to Figure 3-4.
1. Before assembling the Flex Link to the Mast the Extension Spring should be installed to the
Pivot Bushing. It will be necessary to slightly pry the Spring open to allow the bushing to be
inserted into the loop. Move the spring so that it centered on the Pivot Bushing.
2. Place the Pivot Bushing between the Mast uprights and align Pivot Bushing with upper hole.
Install a 5/8” x 5-1/2” bolt through the Mast and Bushing and fasten using a 5/8” lockwasher
and 5/8” hex nut.
3. Place a Pivot Bushing through the rear holes of the Flex Link and install between the Mast
uprights. Tilt the Flex Link to allow the loop of the Spring to be inserted through the hole lo-
cated on the rear of the Flex Link. align the Bushing in the Flex Link with the holes in the
Mast and fasten using a 5/8” x 5-1/2” bolt , 5/8” lockwasher and 5/8” hex nut.
4. In the front hole in the Flex Link install a 3/4” x 4” bolt with the Top Link Bushing between the
Flex Link ears and fasten with a 3/4” lock nut.
HDTH 8 Finish Mower 09/20
Assembly Section 3-6
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ASSEMBLY
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Pivot Bushing
3-3/16” x 1-1/8”
Pivot Bushing
3-3/16” x 1-1/8”
Top Link Bushing
1-1/4” x 2”
5/8” x 5-1/2” Bolt
5/8” Lockwasher
5/8” Hex Nut
5/8” x 5-1/2” Bolt
5/8” Lockwasher
5/8” Hex Nut
3/4” x 4” Bolt
3/4” Lock Nut
Flex Link
Figure 3-4
Spring