Tube-Line NITRO 275RS, Operator'S Manual

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Nitro -
Section 5 - Operation 5-2
Hook-up / Unhooking
The Nitro Manure Spreader should always be parked on a level, dry area that is free of debris and foreign
objects. Follow this procedure when attaching:
1. Clear area of bystanders and remove foreign objects from machine and working area.
2. Make sure there is enough room to back the tractor up to spreader hitch.
3. Start tractor and slowly back up to the hitch point.
4. Stop tractor engine, place controls in neutral, set park brake and remove ignition key before dismounting.
5. Use jack to raise or lower the hitch to align with the drawbar.
6. Install safety chain between the tractor drawbar and hitch pin.
7. Install drawbar pin with provisions for a mechanical retainer. Install the retainer.
8. Connect PTO driveline to tractor. Pull back locking collar, slide yoke over tractor stub shaft until collar locks.
9. Connect the hydraulics. To connect, proceed as follows:
• Remove hoses from storage position. Uncap plastic plugs and clean couplers, also clean area around
tractor ports.
• Insert the male ends into rear tractor hydraulic ports.
NOTICE: If the direction of motion is wrong, reverse the couplers.
10. Raise the jack.
11. When unhooking from the tractor, reverse the above procedure.
NOTICE: Occasionally air may become trapped in the hydraulic circuit, making it necessary to “bleed” the
circuit. To perform this operation cycle the hydraulic several times or especially on older tractors, temporarily
loosen an easily accessible hose fitting enough to allow any trapped air to escape while cycling the hydraulics.
Retighten fitting.
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