Alamo 2500 manual Getting on and OFF the Tractor, Tractor 3-Point Hitch, Front End Weight

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OPERATION

OPERATION

3.3 Tractor 3-Point Hitch

The tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at least 2260 lbs. for the 10’ and 2400 lbs. for the 12’.

The 2500 can attach to tractor’s with either a CAT II or III hitch. Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for the category of the tractor used. If the hitch does not conform to the ASABE CAT II or III dimensions, the blade may not fit or raise properly. Consult an authorized dealer for possible modification procedures to mount nonconforming hitches.

Use the correct hitch pins for the hitch category being used. For a Cat II hitch, 1-1/8” lower and a 1” upper diameter hitch pins are used and Cat III hitches require 1-7/16” lower and a 1-1/4” upper diameter hitch pins.

CAT II Implement / Hitch Specification		CAT III Implement/ Hitch Specification
Width from outside to outside A-frame	32-3/8”	Width from outside to outside A-frame	38”
Quick Hitch width inside lug to lug	33-5/8”	Quick Hitch width inside lug to lug	39-1/4”
Height from bottom hitch pin to top pin	19”	Height from bottom hitch pin to top pin	22”
Lower pin diameter	1-1/18”	Lower pin diameter	1-7/16”
Upper pin diameter	1”	Upper pin diameter	1-1/4”
Linch pin diameter	15/32”	Linch pin diameter	15/32”

3.4 Front End Weight

A minimum of 20% total tractor weight must be maintained on the tractor front end at all times. Front end weight is critical to maintain steering control and to prevent the tractor from rearing up while driving. If the front end is too light, add weight until a minimum of 20% total weight is reached on the front tires. Front weights and weight carriers can be purchased through an authorized tractor dealership. OPS-U- 0005

4. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR

Before getting onto the tractor, the operator must read and completely understand the implement and tractor operator manuals. If any part of either manual is not completely understood, consult an authorized dealer for a complete explanation. OPS-U- 0007

Do not mount or dismount the Tractor while the tractor is moving. Mount the Tractor only when the Tractor and all moving parts are completelystopped.

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