Kubota DMC 8028, Operator'S Manual

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Preparation
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Length of P.T.O.
shaft
The length of the P.T.O. shaft is set at the factory to fit almost every
kind of tractor. Only in exceptional cases is it necessary to adjust the
P.T.O. shaft in order to get the correct length for the particular tractor.
Check the length of the P.T.O. shaft on each tractor before using it for
the first time.
The P.T.O. shaft comes with a user manual. The user manual contains
detailed information on the version of the P.T.O. shaft in question and
a description of how the length of the P.T.O. shaft can be adjusted to
the tractor.
The description and information in the user handbook must be
observed.
Safety
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WARNING
Stop the tractor and secure it
Before uncoupling:

Disengage the P.T.O. on the tractor.

Lower the implement to the ground.

Place the hydraulic controls in neutral.

Stop the tractor.

Remove the ignition key.

Set the parking brake.

Secure the tractor to prevent it from rolling.
Failure to secure the tractor to prevent it from rolling could
endanger lives.
Checking the angle of the lock
The PTO shaft has a wide hinged joint which gives the tractor a
steering angle of up to 80°. Ensure that the PTO shaft is not
damaged when performing sharp turns. This can result in damage
to the machine.
Correct length
If the PTO shaft is too long, it must not be used. It will damage the
tractor and the machine.