Alamo RX84, RX72, RX60, 00785503C manual Setting the Mower, Connecting Mower Lift Type Quick Hitch

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OPERATION

OPERATION

6.3 Connecting Mower - Lift Type (Quick Hitch)

Crushing Hazard between Quick-Hitch and Implement. Do not allow anyone to stand between the Quick-Hitch and implement during hook-up operations. Never operate the hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is directly behind the tractor.

1.Make certain the implement’s upper and lower hitch pins are secured.

2.Lower the tractor’s 3-point lift until the three Quick-Hitch hooks are lower than the implements hitch pins. Carefully back the tractor to align the Quick-Hitch hooks under the implement’s hitch pins.

3.Slowly raise the tractor’s 3-point lift until the lower Quick-hitch hooks lock into place over the implement’s 3-point hitch pins.

IMPORTANT: Make certain the implement’s top 3- point hitch pin is captured by the Quick-Hitch top 3- point hook. If not consult your Quick Hitch manual for required adjustment.

IMPORTANT: The Quick Hitch will more mower further from tractor which will require checking the following:

1.Driveline length

2.Tractor stability

NOTE: Offset Adapter Hitches are available to position the mower to the left or right. Mowers with Offset Adapter Hitches connect to the 3-point hitch the same way as the mower A-frame. See Offset Adapter Hitch in the Assembly Section for details to equip the mower with this feature.

7. SETTING THE MOWER

Properly setting the cutting height is essential for efficient and safe operation. A properly set mower will make a more uniform cut, distribute clippings more evenly, require minimal tractor work, and follow the contour of uneven terrain. NOTE: Avoid very low cutting heights, striking the ground with the blades gives the most damaging shock loads and will cause damage to the mower and drive. Blades contacting the ground may cause objects to be thrown out from under the mower deck. Always avoid operating the mower at a height which causes the blades to contact the ground. OPS-U- 0010

Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even death.

RX60/72/84 03/09 Operation Section 4-12

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