DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT
Before assembling the PTO shaft, it is very important to check out that its number of revolutions and direction
of rotation match those of the tractor. Also, read carefully the instruction manuals of the PTO shaft and the
tractor's manufacturers. Before starting work, check the presence of the safety guards on the power takeoffs
of the machine, of the PTO shaft and of the tractor. Check in particular that the safety guards cover the PTO
shaft throughout its extension.
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When at their maximum extension, the safety guards' plastic
tubing shall overlap at least 1/3 of their length. When in their
maximum closing position, the minimum clearance allowed
shall be 3/4" (Fig. 1).
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Check out that the PTO shaft minimum and maximum length are the
ones required by the machine-tractor coupling. Should problems
arise c
ontact your
Rankin
dealer. After installation, secure safety
guards both to the tractor and the machine using the special chains
and make sure that they pivot freely. If the PTO shaft is equipped
with other safety devices, such as a slip clutch, be sure to install
them on the working machine side. As for the PTO use and
maintenance refer to the relevant booklet.
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These operations shall be made only on working ground
and only after having stopped the engine, disengaged the
PTO and pulled the parking brake. If necessary, lift the
machine from the ground, but in order to avoid risks for
people, place it on supports thus preventing any injuries
that might be caused by its sudden fall.
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CHECKS PRIOR TO STARTING UP
Before starting the chipper check the following:
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The machine is properly connected.
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It is f rmly rested on the ground.
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The chipper is parallel to the ground in order to avoid major stress on the PTO.
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The knives are sharpened.
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The discharge tube is correctly mounted and positioned.
STARTING UP OF THE CHIPPER
When all setting up operations are completed, your machine is ready to be used.
At this point it is possible to engage the PTO and work the machine at full capacity.
SET UP
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