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PTO SHAFT
Connect the
PTO shaft to the 540 rpm
(min
-1
)
tractor drive
(with the safety clutch fitted on the machine side)
(photo 11).
Make sure PTO length is correct :
1) When the PTO is in its maximum extended position, a minimum tube overlap of 300 mm (12") must be
maintained.
2) When the PTO is in its maximum overlap position (retracted), tubes should not butt against the yokes. As a
safety measure a clearance of at least 2 cm (0.8") must be maintained. If this is not the case, shorten the two
transmission tubes and the two guard tubes by the same length (fig. 13 and 14). Bevel and clean the tubes
(fig. 15) and grease the inside of the outer tube (fig. 16).
3) Never operate the PTO at too great an angle (30° maximum).
These recommendations and adjustments must be respected to avoid damage or premature
wear of the PTO.
Never connect the PTO to the 1000 rpm
(min
-1
)
tractor drive.
To avoid accidents which could be serious, make sure that the guards are always correctly
in place and secured with the safety chain (photo 11). Worn or damaged guards must be
replaced immediately.
