SET UP
11
ATTACHMENT TO THE TRACTOR
It is advisable to read carefully this Operator's Manual as well as the instruction manuals of the tractor and
the PTO shaft manufacturers.
All
Rankin
chippers have been manufactured to be attached to any tractor provided with hydraulic lift
and universal 3-point hitch.
Before attaching the equipment to the tractor , set both on a f at and smooth ground and make sure that
nobody is standing between them.
•
Approach slowly
the chipper with
the arms of the lift
and connect f rst
the lower arms
and then attach
the upper third
point hitch. The
chipper is
equipped with
attachment pins of
Category1.
•
Make sure you f x
the pins with the
corresponding
klik pins.
•
Lock the arms of
the lift with proper
chains turnbuckle
or tensioners.
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After executing the above-mentioned activities it is
always good to check that all bolts and nuts of your
chipper are tightened strongly (refer to the torque
specifi cations in this manual).
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Pay attention to the tractor's front wheels grip when the
equipment is set up and lifted from the ground; if the wheels
appear to be too lightened, ballast the tractor front part.
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