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8. Fitting and Installation
Linkage with the tractor
1 - COUPLING
1.
See page 8 technical characteristics / and page 20 coupling.
2.
Read the warning notice on page 12: Ref: 892 640.
3.
Couple the ring on the drawbar of the straw blower to the attachment point or axle
hook on the rear of the tractor.
4.
Check that it is latched.
2 - DRIVE SHAFT
PRIMARY DRIVE SHAFT
1.
See page 14: PTO / Drive shaft
2.
Read the warning notice on page 12 Ref: 892 640.
3.
Read the manufacturer’s instructions concerning the drive shaft, attached to the
transmission.
4.
Check condition of the safety guard. If it shows any sign of damage, it must be
replaced before the equipment is used.
5.
The drive shaft links the tractor to the straw blower.
6.
Fit the primary straw blower drive shaft to the tractor rear PTO outlet, and adjust its
length, retaining maximum engagement. Minimum engagement length is 250 mm.
7.
Ensure than both jaws have engaged correctly.
8.
The primary drive shaft must be connected to the 540 rpm rear PTO of the tractor; see
adjacent sticker Ref: 892 229.
3 – HYDRAULICS
1.
See page 19: Hydraulic servicing and repairs
2.
Read the warning notice on page 12: Ref: 892 640.
3.
Straw blowers are designed to operate with a maximum fluid flow rate of 45
l/min at a maximum pressure of 180 bars.
