Setting up work
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Setting up work
PTO shaft length
The length of the PTO shaft was selected at the factory to suit almost
all types of tractor. Only in exceptional cases is a correction of the PTO
shaft length required on individual tractors. Check the length of the
PTO shaft on each tractor prior to first use.
A separate operating manual from the PTO shaft manufacturer is
enclosed. This includes detailed information on the relevant version of
the PTO shaft, and must be observed.
Safety
Checking the length
of the PTO shaft
Couple the tractor to the machine without PTO shaft.
Lower the lower link of the tractor.
Set the combination (tractor and machine) to the smallest steering
angle.
Secure the tractor against rolling away, shut off the engine and
remove the ignition key.
Switch off the tractor and secure it
Before you dismount:
Switch off the tractor.
Remove the ignition key.
Secure the tractor against rolling away.
An unsecured tractor can run you over or trap you. Serious or fatal
injury would be caused as a result.
Check the angle of lock
The PTO shaft has a wide hinge joint giving the tractor a steering
angle of up to 80°. Make sure that the PTO shaft is not damaged
during sharp cornering. This would result in damage to the
machine.
Correct length
A PTO shaft that is too long must not be used. This would result in
damage to the drive bearings of the tractor and the machine.
