
ATTACHING and DETACHING
ATTACHING and DETACHING
Rotary Hoe RH15 / RH18
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ATTACHING and DETACHING
Attach the Machine Safely
CAUTION: Prevent personal injury
caused by unexpected movement of
the machine. Engage the tractor’s
parking
brake
and/or
place
transmission in PARK, shut off the
engine, and remove the ignition key
before working around the hitch.
Attach the Machine to the
Tractor
CAUTION: Make sure that all
bystanders are clear of the working
area.
1.
Make sure there is enough room and
clearance to safely back up to the
machine.
2.
Slowly back the tractor until holes on
the hitch and drawbar are aligned.
3.
Install drawbar pin and retainer.
4.
Attach safety chain (see
) securely
around tractor drawbar cage to
prevent unexpected separation.
5.
Check that the Rotary Hoe hydraulic
system is compatible with the
tractor’s
hydraulics:
. Change the
choice of Rotary Hoe model if
required. Do not operate unless
tractor and implement hydraulics are
compatible.
6.
Connect Hydraulics
WARNING: Prevent serious injury or
death. Relieve hydraulic system
pressure before connecting hydraulic
hoses.
a.
Use a clean rag or paper
towel to clean dirt from
couplers on hose ends and
tractor couplers.
b.
Relieve pressure in the
hydraulic system.
c.
Route hoses over the hitch
and connect hoses to tractor
couplers. Verify couplers are
securely seated. See
connections.
d.
Be sure to provide slack for
turning.
7.
Route electrical lines over the hitch
and connect to the tractor’s electrical
connectors. Be sure to provide slack
for turning.
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