Schulte FX-107, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
FX-107 07/19 Operation Section 4-6
© 2019 Alamo Group Inc.
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3.3 Tractor Horsepower
The power required to operate a mower is determined by the tractor PTO horsepower. For most mowing
conditions, the FX-107 cutter requires a tractor with at least 60 HP(45 kw). Operating the mower with a tractor
that does not have adequate power may damage the tractor engine.
3.4 3-Point Hitch-Lift Type Mower
The tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at least
2075 lbs(941 kg). if attaching a lift type cutter
FX-107 lift type cutters can attach to tractor’s with
CAT II or CAT III hitch. Refer to the tractor
operator’s manual for the category of the tractor
used. If the hitch does not conform to ASABE Cat I
or Cat II dimensions, the mower may not fit or raise
properly. Consult an authorized dealer for possible
modification procedures to mount nonconforming
hitches.
Use the correct hitch pins for the hitch category
being used. For a Cat II hitches require 1-1/8” lower
and 1” upper. Cat III hitches require 1-7/16” lower
and 1-1/4” upper diameter hitch pins.
CAT III Implement / Hitch Specification
Width from outside to outside A-frame............... 38”
Quick Hitch width inside lug to lug .................. N/A”
Height from bottom hitch pin to top pin .............. 27”
Lower pin diameter ......................................1-7/16”
Upper pin diameter .......................................1-1/4”
Linch pin diameter ....................................... 21/32”
3.5 Drawbar-Pull Type Mower
For equipment operating at 540 RPM, the tractor
drawbar must be positioned at a 14” distance from
the hitch point to the PTO shaft end for proper
operation and minimal wear to the driveline.