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5. THE POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)
The PTO is a very important component. It also takes care of safe use of the machine,
provided it is installed and maintained in the correct manner. The PTO has its own CE
certification. Read the PTO manual. This manual is located on the PTO.
Figure 10
5.1 LENGTH OF THE PTO
The length of the PTO is very important. If it is too long, it can damage the drive of the tractor
and/or the Turf-Stripper. If the overlapping length of the cylinders becoKnife less than 150
mm (6
”
) at any time, it can damage the PTO.
The length changes when the machine is lifted or when a different
tractor is used!
In order to set the PTO to the correct length, when a new one has been purchased or when a
different tractor is used, follow these steps:
(see Figure 10)
1.
Measure the distance between the PTO’s connection to the tractor and to the Turf-
Stripper, from groove to groove, when the machine is connected to the tractor and
positioned on the ground at the right angle.
2. Measure the distance B of the PTO in its shortest position from the locking pin to the
locking bolt.
3. Divide the PTO in two parts and remove the protection cap at both ends.
4. The ends of the cylinders and the ends of the protection caps must be made shorter:
(B-
A) + 75 mm (3”).
5. Smooth off all components, use some grease, and then assemble all components.
6. Mount the PTO on the side of the Turf-Stripper.
7. Attach the other end of the PTO to the tractor.
8. Check the overlap of the cylinders.
Never use the machine if it has a damaged PTO protection cap. First
replace any damaged parts!