Tiger JD 5065 / 5085 - 5105M, Mounting And Operating Instructions

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OPERATION
SIDE ROTARY Operation Section 3-37
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OPERA
TION
Next, cap or plug the hose ends and the ports on the solenoid valve and motor. For a cable lift mower
disconnect the lift cable from the head and secure the loose end back onto the cable with the cable clevis. For
a combo lift mower, disconnect the linkage from the mower and replace the pin and hardware with the draft
beam to prevent loss. For all mowers, remove the hardware and draft beam outer pivot pin. Separate the
mower head from the tractor. Now, reinstall the pivot pin and hardware into the draft beam to prevent loss.
OPEN THE BALL VALVES ON THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR BEFORE STARTING TRACTOR AGAIN!
Serious damage will be caused if tractor is started with the ball valves closed.
Use a loading dock or ramps to load the tractor onto the trailer, centering the tractor between the sides of the
trailer. Make sure the tractor (and rear mower) and trailer are within legal transporting width. Lower the rear
mower onto the trailer and set the loose hide mower on the trailer. Secure the tractor and mowers to the trailer
with chains. Check the tractor operator’s manual for any requirements to transport by flatbed trailer. Reverse
this procedure to unload and remount the mowers after transporting. Be sure all pins are secure, all
connections are tight and any lost fluid is replaced before using mowers. Use teflon tape when connecting all
pipe style fittings.
12.2 Transporting on Public Roadways
Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and implement on public roadways. The tractor
must be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning
lights to alert drivers of the tractor’s presence. Remember that roadways are primarily designed for
automotive drivers and most drivers will not be looking out for you, therefore, you must look out for them.
Check your side view mirrors frequently and remember that vehicles will approach quickly because of the
tractor’s slower speed. Be extremely cautious when the piece of equipment that you are towing is wider than
the tractor tire width and/or extends beyond your lane of the road.
OPS-R-217
Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is installed in
such a way as to be clearly visible and legible. When transporting the
Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights and follow all local
traffic regulations.
(SG-6 )