Millcreek TURF TIGER 3100, Руководство оператора

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Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER
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Spreaders
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SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE SPREADER
TO THE TRACTOR
Figure 2A - Specifications for Connecting the Spreader/Tractor Hitch
Connecting the Spreader to the Tractor
The spreader hitch is designed to work with a standardized tractor hitch. To connect the spreader hitch to the
tractor hitch, refer to Figure 2A and adhere to the following guidelines:
• Adjust the drawbar so that it is 13 to 20 inches above the ground as shown in Figure 2A.
• For PTO units only: Extend or shorten the tractor hitch to obtain the horizontal distance from the
end of the tractor power take-off (PTO) shaft to the center of the hitch pin hole (Figure 2A).
• Adjust the height of the spreader hitch with the jack so the tractor drawbar matches the height
of the spreader hitch.
• Back the tractor into the hitch until the holes line up.
• Fasten the spreader hitch to the drawbar with a hitch pin that fits securely (i.e. so that it will
not come out during spreader operation) and lock in place with the clip as shown.
• Remove the weight from the jack by lowering the spreader hitch on the drawbar.
• Swing the jack to its horizontal position and lock it in position to provide maximum ground
clearance.
• ATTENTION: Be sure the 3-point hitch brackets on the tractor are adjusted to clear the
spreader hitch while turning , or equipment damage may occur.
WARNING: Damage to the spreader or other vehicle, as well as injury to the operator, may occur if
a properly-sized hitch pin is not installed as recommended. Note that the installation of the safety clip,
as noted in Figure 2A, is also required for safe spreader operation.
ATTENTION: An improperly located hitch point may cause damage to the universal joints of the PTO. The
recommended length of the PTO shaft should range from 36 to 51 inches center to center of the "U" joints.