Progressive Turf Equipment TD65, Operators Manual And Parts Lists

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TD65
Operator’s Manual
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CONNECTING THE HYDRAULICS
1) Ensure the tractor controls are in the park position, the engine is
turned off, the parking brake is engaged and hydraulic pressure
to the tractor remote connectors has been relieved per the
tractor operator’s manual instructions.
2) When connecting the hydraulic couplers to the tractor, be sure
that both ends are clean. Dirt in the hydraulic system can block
the orifice in the cylinder and cause premature wear of hydraulic
components on the mower and tractor.
3) Ensure the hoses are free to move, between the tractor and
mower. During operation of the mower going up and down the
hills, the distance between the tractor and mower will change.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin
causing serious injury. If skin penetration occurs, seek medical
attention immediately.
CONNECTING THE PULL ROPE
The TD65 mower is equipped with a nylon pull rope that is connected
to the wing deck release mechanism, used for locking the mower
decks into transport position. Connect it to the tractor in a position that
is easily accessible to the operator and will release easily if the mower
should ever become disconnected.
MOWER SAFETY LOCKS
Safety locks are provided on for each deck to prevent each from
unexpectedly lowering from the transport position in the event of a
failure in the hydraulic system.
Each deck features an automatically activated safety lock located on
the center support structure of the mower.
In order to lower the wings:
1) Fully raise the wings (they may have settled against the lock
during transport or storage).
2) From the operator station in the tractor, pull and hold the pull
rope to disengage the locks.
3) Lower the wings to the working position using the tractor
hydraulic control.
4) Release the pull rope when the wings are lowered.
Ensure safety locks are properly engaged before attempting to
transport or service mower.