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2.1.2.1.
Tractor-mounted machine
Hitching a tractor-mounted machine:
1/ Ensure that the machine is on stable ground
2/ Bring the tractor up to the coupling on the machine.
3/ Place the lower link arms in line with the drawbar couplings.
4/ Hitch the lower link arms using the appropriate equipment.
5/ Adjust the length of the top link and attach it using the pin and clip provided.
6/ Lock all of the hitch pins with lock handles using the clip pins.
7/ Connect the hydraulic hoses if the machine is fitted them.
8/ Connect the plug for the lighting equipment and check that it is operating.
9/ Lift the machine.
10/ Lock the machine for transport if it folds using the hydraulic controlled hook or mechanical
locks.
11/ Ensure that everything is correctly connected and locked and that no there are no foreign
bodies on the machine.
Point of convergence:
The point of convergence can be adjusted to improve the tractor's traction, stability and grip.
This also affects the tractor's lifting capacity.
On a tractor with 2 drive wheels, the point of convergence
must be near to the centre of the tractor.
On a tractor with 4 drive wheels, the point of convergence
must be towards the front drive axle.
Parking:
1/ Ensure that the machine is unhitched on stable ground.
2/ Unlock the machine before unfolding it
3/ Unfold the machine if it folds.
4/ Disconnect the hydraulic hoses if the machine is fitted with them.
5/ Disconnect the plug for the lighting equipment.
6/ Unhitch the machine.
2.1.2.2.
Trailed machine
Hitching a trailed machine:
1/ Place and chock the machine on stable ground.
2/ Close the hydraulic circuit using the valves.
3/ Back up the tractor until it is 30cm away.