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1200-1500TM Table of Contents Index Preparation and Setup 16
Transport Locks
Refer to Figure 8
15. Once the cylinders are connected, raise the unit
completely. If the transport locks are in place on
cylinders , remove them at this time.
16. Store the transport locks in hole of the lift
mechanism link .
 Always use transport locks and wing fold pins when
transporting.
Pre-Leveling of Machine
 Pre-leveling of machine should be done on a good
level surface.
Front to Rear Leveling
Refer to Figure 9
17. Lower machine so front coulter gangs are 1-2” off of
ground. Loosen jam nut with turnbuckle wrench
(stored on rear pegs of hitch). Adjust the turnbuckle
at the front of machine to level it front to back.
(Shorten to bring front down, extend to bring front
up).
18. When the front coulter gangs are the same distance
off ground as rear coulter gangs re-tighten jam nut
.
Level Bar Spring Adjustment
Refer to Figure 10
19. To adjust the level bar spring assembly to the
preset position of 26 5/8”, loosen 1 1/2 jam nut
with turnbuckle wrench (stored on rear pegs of
hitch).
20. Adjust the 1 1/2 nut until the 26 5/8” dimension is
reached between backside of spring guide and
front side of level bar spring rod plate .
21. Re-tighten the 1 1/2 jam nut to secure.
2
3
1
Figure 8
Transport Locks
42066
1
2
1
3
2
3
1
Figure 9
Hitch Turnbuckle Adjustment
42260
1 2
3
1
2
3
4
5
1
Figure 10
Level Bar Spring
42412
1
2
3
4
5
2