Cub Cadet EX3200, EX2900 Maximum Allowable Load on the Drawbar, Adjusting the Drawbar, 10-3

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10. 3-POINT HITCH AND DRAWBAR

2. Drawbar

The drawbar has two adjusting holes that allow the user to adjust the drawbar length.

WARNING

Avoid injury:

Only hitch a towed load to the drawbar to avoid tip- over. NEVER use the safety chain to tow a load.

Maximum Allowable Load on the Drawbar

The drawbar may be overloaded when it is equipped with a very heavy unit such as a single-axle trailer. Also, the load exerted onto the drawbar can significantly increase depending on the tractor travel speed or quality of the ground. Make sure that the maximum vertical load working on the drawbar does not exceed 730 lb (330 kg).

Adjusting the Drawbar

NOTE:

●If the tractor is equipped with the Mid-Power Take OFF (PTO), the drawbar cannot move forward to the “SHORT” position.

The drawbar has two adjusting holes that allow the user to adjust the drawbar length.

1.Remove the lock ring and pin.

2.Adjust the drawbar to the intended length.

3.Insert the pin and install the lock ring.

(A)Lock ring

(B)Pin

WARNING

To prevent an accident:

NEVER tow a load connected to the top link or rear axle. Otherwise, the tractor can tip over, which can cause death or serious injury.

NOTE:

●Do not use a floating-type or non-standard drawbar.

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Contents Page Page Ex2900 / 3200 Operator’s Manual IntroductionWelcome to the World of Cub Cadet Yanmar Tractor Table of Contents Point Hitch and Drawbar 11-1 14-16 18-1 Safety Precautions About This ManualSafety Alert Symbol Precautions Before Operating Your Tractor Safe Practices for Operating Your Tractor Starting Your TractorConsiderations for Safety of Children Working with Your TractorOperating Your Tractor on Slopes Do notTraveling on a Road Safe Practices for Parking Your TractorOperating the Power Take Off PTO Using the 3-Point HitchSafe Practices for Servicing Your Tractor Safety Precautions Care of DANGER, Warning and Caution Decals Understanding the Tractor Safety DecalsSafety-Alert Symbol CY1A8160-65321 CY1A8160-85170CY1A8160-85180 CY1A8160-65310 CY1A8160-65350CY1A8160-65370 CY1A8160-65360BCY1A7880-65620 CY1A8160-65300CY1A8160-51520 CY119629-77091 CY198220-65621CY124764-44810 Servicing the Tractor Specifications Specifications TableTraveling Speeds Implement Capacities Implement Capacities Names and Functions of Components AppearanceOperator Station Controls Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls Headlight / Turn Signal Switch Hazard Lights Button SwitchPrecautions Before the Operation PRE-OPERATION CheckPre-Operation Check Routine CheckOperating the Engine Starting the EngineSet the range shift lever to the Neutral position Pull the throttle control lever by 1/3 to 1/2 Stroke Depress the clutch pedalTurn the starter key switch to the Start position OFF positionOn position Start positionChecking the Lights on the Instrument Panel Starting the Engine in Cold Weather Important Avoid starter damageShutting Down the Engine Important Avoid engine damage Restarting a stalled EngineTurn the range shift lever to the Neutral position Operating the Tractor Accident HazardOperating a New Tractor Changing the lubricating oil for the new tractorRaising and Lowering the Roll-Over Protective Structure Rops Raising Unfolding the Roll-Over Protective Structure Rops Adjust the operators position. Adjusting the Operators Seat Operation of the TractorTurn signals switch Fastening the Retractable Seat BeltHeadlights Hazard LightsStart the engine Select travel speed. Range Shift LeverWheel Drive Lever Raise the implement Disengage the parking brakeDrive Pedals Engaging the Cruise Control Disengaging the Cruise ControlAvoid injury Slow down before making a turn Emergency Stop ProcedureStopping Travel of the Tractor Disengaging the parking brake Parking the TractorEngaging the Parking Brake Safe Practices for Operation Differential LockEngaging the Differential Lock Disengaging the Differential LockSafely Driving the Tractor on Roads Pushing or Towing the Tractor Transporting the Tractor on a Trailer Operating on Slopes3013748 Steep Downhill About the Power SteeringUphill / Downhill Power Take OFF PTO Be careful to avoid injuryNeutral position Installing an Implement to the Power Take Off PTO Drivelines Power Take OFF PTO Switch plunger Seat safety switch Point Hitch and Drawbar Point HitchPrepare the Implement Being Mounted 10-1Using the 3-Point Hitch Adjusting the Right Lift Link Top LinkSway Links 10-2Adjusting the Drawbar DrawbarMaximum Allowable Load on the Drawbar 10-3Using the Safety Chain 10-411-1 Hydraulic SystemPoint Hitch Control System Hydraulic Flow Control / Stop Knob 11-211-3 Controlling the Implement Control ValveImplement Control Lever Using the Hydraulic Lock Lever 11-4Connecting the Implement Hydraulic Hoses 11-512-1 TIRES, Wheels and BallastTires Wheel Adjustment Service IntervalsChecking the Wheel Bolt Tightening Torque Specified TorqueAdjusting the Rear Tread Tread Centerline Width12-3 Rear Wheels Front WheelsFront End Weights option BallastFront Ballast 12-4Maximum Weight Using Liquid Weight for the Tires12-5 Avoid injury13-1 MaintenanceMaintenance Check List Lubricants 13-2Replacement Parts Technical DocumentParts 13-3Periodic Service Warranty and Repair of the EngineExplosion Hazard 14-1Opening / Closing the Hood and Side Panels Opening / Closing the HoodOpening the Hood 14-214-3 Closing the HoodOpening / Closing the Side Panels 14-4 Daily ChecksChecking the Engine Oil Level Inspecting the Transmission Oil Level 14-5Checking and Adjusting the Brake 14-614-7 Checking and Adjusting the ClutchChecking the Radiator Hoses and Clamps Tire pressures Checking the Tire Air Pressure14-8 14-9 Cleaning the Radiator Cooling ScreenCleaning the Radiator Cooling Fins Cleaning the Grille and Side Screens Checking the Power Steering lineChecking the Fuel line Checking the Headlights, Hazard Lights, etcChecking the Cooling System 14-11Bio-diesel Fuels Refilling the Fuel Tank14-12 Inspection Procedure for Safety Interlock System 14-1314-14 Range Shift Lever Neutral SwitchMid-Power Take Off PTO Engagement Lever Switch option 14-15 Rear Power Take Off PTO Engagement Lever SwitchSeat Safety Switch First 50 Hours Grease Specifications Every 50 HoursChecking the Front Axle Oil Level 14-17Lubricating Grease Fittings on the Tractor 14-18Extremely wet or muddy conditions All other conditionsLubricating the Hydraulic Implement Control Valve Linkage Lubricating the Seat Slide RailsLubricating the 3-Point Hitch 14-19Adjusting the Belt Tension Servicing the Fan and Alternator BeltChecking the Belt Tension Replacing the Belt14-21 Checking the Battery ConditionChecking the Fuel / Water Separator Every 100 Hours Servicing the Air Filter ElementServicing the Primary Air Filter Element 14-22Servicing the Secondary Air Filter Element 14-2314-24 Every 200 Hours Engine OilChanging the Engine Oil and Filter 14-2514-26 Inspecting and Adjusting the Toe-inChecking the Air Intake Hoses and Clamps Illustration shows a Mid-Power Take Off PTO-type Every 300 HoursTransmission Oil 14-2714-28 Every 500 Hours Front Axle Case OilChanging the Front Axle Case Oil 14-29Replacing the Fuel Filter 14-30Every 1000 Hours Servicing the Cooling SystemDraining the Cooling System 14-3114-32 Flushing the Cooling SystemFilling the Cooling System Adjusting the Engine Valve Clearance Recommended Engine CoolantChecking the Fuel Injection Nozzle Checking the Fuel Injection PumpGeneral Maintenance Selecting the Rotational Direction of Front TiresChanging Wheel Spacing and Tread Width 14-3415-1 BatterySpecial Note for the Battery Servicing the Battery Safely 15-2Inspecting the Battery Removing and Installing the BatteryRemoving the Battery 15-315-4 Installing the BatteryCleaning the Battery and Terminals Using a Booster Battery 15-5Replacing the Accessory Fuses FusesChecking the Alternator Fuse and the Main Fuse 15-6Bulb Replacing the Headlight Bulb15-7 Avoid personal injury15-8 Replacing the Turn Signal / Hazard Lights BulbReplacing the Tail Light Bulb Adjusting the Headlights HeadlightsReplacing the Instrument Panel Light Bulb 15-9Storage Safe Practices for StoragePreparing the Machine for Storage 16-1Preparing the Fuel and Engine for Storage Engine16-2 Important Be very careful to avoid damagePreparing the Stored Tractor for Operation 16-317-1 TroubleshootingHow to Use the Troubleshooting Table Machine 17-217-3 BrakeSteering Index 18-1
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