Schulte FM-115, Operator'S Manual

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ASSEMBLY
FM-115 07/15 Assembly Section 3-4
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ASSEMBL
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Important: The FM-115 frame will accommodate tractors with lengths of 111-1/2" to 164-1/2" measured from
the front attachment point to the hitch pin, dimension 'A'. Tractors that are shorter than his length can shorten
the frame to accommodate the tractor. Consult Schulte's service department if it appears necessary to shorten
this frame.
Driving the Tractor over the Front Mount Frame
Carefully drive the tractor over the front mount
frame until the frame mounting holes on the
tractor mounting bracket are positioned over the
mounting hole cluster (3 vertical holes) on the
frame. A block may need to be positioned under
one tractor wheel in order for the tractor to clear
the frame.
Bolting the Frame to the Tractor
Mounting Bracket
Lift the frame until the distance between the forward lift pivot point and the ground, dimension 'E' is between 17
and 22". This height will be dependent on available clearance between the tractor and the frame. Allow room
for the tractor's front axle to pivot. When the back end of the frame is raised to connect to the drawbar,
clearance to tractor components may be reduced. Distances for dimension 'E' greater than 22" may exceed the
range of the hydraulic cylinders to follow uneven terrain.
Insert the two 3/4” x 3-1/2” bolts into the holes that line up with the correct mounting slots. These bolts ensure
that the frame is mounted in the proper position to transfer the pushing forces back to the drawbar.
FAILURE TO USE THESE SPACER BOLTS IN INSTALLATION WILL RESULT IN THE
FRONT OF THE TRACTOR TAKING ALL THE PUSHING FORCE. THIS MAY CAUSE
CATASTROPHIC FAILURE, INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
With the 3/4” spacer bolts in place, bolt the frame to the Tractor Mounting Bracket using the two 1” x 3-1/2”
bolts and locknuts. DO NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME.