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IMPORTANT:
An additional driveline may be required if implement is attached to more than one tractor or if a Quick
Hitch is used.
Drivelines with friction clutches must go through a “run
-
in” prior to initial use and after long periods of
inactivity. For detailed instructions, see
“Slip
-
Clutch Protected Driveline”
on page 30. Check driveline
minimum collapsible length before completing
“Driveline Hook
-
Up”
on page 17. Structural damage to
the tractor and implement can occur if this check is not made. Refer to
“Check Driveline Collapsible
Length”
on page 18.
1.
If driveline collapsible length has not been checked, go to “Check Driveline Collapsible Length”
on page 18. Otherwise, continue with step 2.
2.
Park tractor and implement on a level surface.
3.
Shut trac
tor down before dismounting. Refer to “Tractor Shut down Procedure” on page 26.
4.
If tractor drawbar interferes with the driveline during hook-up, disconnect driveline and move
drawbar forward, to the side, or remove.
5.
Collapse driveline (Item3) by pushing tractor end of driveline toward the cutter gearbox.
6.
Push in on push pin on the driveline and slide outer driveline universal joint over tractor power
take-off shaft.
7.
Release push pin on the driveline and continue to slide universal joint over tractor power take-
off shaft until push pin releases and pops up.
8.
Pull on driveline yokes at the tractor and implement end to make sure they are secured to the
tractor power take-off shaft and implement gearbox shaft.
9.
The tractor’s lower 3
-point arms should be adjusted for lateral float. Please consult your
tractor’s manual.
10.
Continue with
“Check Driveline interference”
on Page 20.
CHECK DRIVELINE COLLAPSIBLE LENGTH
Refer to Figure 1-13:
IMPORTANT:
Two small chains are supplied with the driveline to keep driveline shields from rotating. These chains
must be attached to the outer and inner driveline shields and attach to the rotary cutter & tractor.
A driveline that is too long will bottom out causing structural damage to the tractor and mower.
Always check driveline collapsible length during initial setup and when connecting to a different
tractor. More than one driveline may be required to fit all applications.
The power take-off shaft and implement input shaft must be aligned and level with each other when
checking driveline minimum length. A driveline that is too long can damage tractor and implement.
