STARCUT
300
Attaching To The Tractor
Fit the machine to the tractor linkage in the standard way, ensuring the correct
match of linkage (
CAT 2 pins
). Check that the top link is in good order and
threads are well lubricated. Use stabilisers to take any free movement out of
lower link arms.
Before fitting the machine to the tractor linkage you should ensure there is
sufficient front weight to ensure the front wheels are always in contact with the
ground. This is most important for safe transport and stability when turning on
slopes.
Before fitting the PTO for the first time, it may be necessary to adjust the
length. There should be maximum engagement of the sliding tubes without
bottoming at the shortest operation position. To check, first connect the
mower to the tractor. Pull the PTO shaft apart and connect to the tractor PTO
output shaft and the gearbox input shaft. Hold the half shafts next to each
other in the shortest working position.
If necessary, shorten the inner and outer guard tubes equally (Fig. 2).
Shorten the inner and outer sliding profiles by the same length as the guard
tubes. File all sharp edges and remove burrs. Grease sliding profiles.
To fit the PTO to the machine, first remove bolt or tapered pin from the slip
clutch yoke and push onto splined shaft of gearbox ensuring it is fully
engaged before refitting retaining bolt/pin.
To fit the PTO, first clean and grease press pins on the yoke and
simultaneously push the PTO drive shaft onto PTO shaft of the tractor until
pins engage.
The PTO shaft is fitted with a non-rotating safety guard. It should be secured
to the machine and tractor with the two retaining chains provided
.
Fig 2
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