Figure 7. Drive Halves Placed Parallel
4.Measure from end of the upper shield to the base of the bell on the lower shield (A). Add 1-9/16" to dimension (A). See Figure 8.
A
Figure 8. Determine Shield Length
5.Cut the shield to the overall dimension.
Figure 9. Cut Shield
6.Place the cutoff portion of the shield against the end of the shaft and use as a guide. Mark and cut the shaft.
Figure 10. Cut Shaft to Length
7.Repeat step 6 for the other half of the drive.
8.File and clean cut ends of both drive halves.
Do not use tractor if proper driveline engagement can- not be obtained through these methods.
Connect driveline to tractor PTO shaft, making sure the spring-activated locking collar slides freely and locks driveline to PTO shaft.
NOTICE
■If attaching with quick hitch the distance between the tractor PTO and gearbox input shaft will increase. Please follow the steps as you would for a
DRIVELINE INTERFERENCE CHECK
1.Check for clearance between driveline and cutter deck.
2.Slowly lift cutter and observe driveline. If clearance between driveline and cutter deck is less than 1 inch, shorten top link or limit upper travel of lower hitch arms. Refer to tractor operator's manual for instructions.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
On
Cutting height range is from 2" to 15". A hydraulic cylin- der or ratchet jack is available for cutting height adjust-
(Rev. 2/6/2009)
MAN0390 (Rev. 6/30/2006)