OPERATION

2.2 Tractor Safety Devices

If transporting or operating the tractor and implement near a public roadway, the tractor must be equipped with proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of the unit. Lights and a SMV emblem must be equipped directly on implements if the visibility of the tractor warning signals are obscured.

Maintain all manufacturer equipped safety shields and guards. Always replace shields and guards that were removed for access to connect, service, or repair the tractor or implement. Never operate the tractor PTO with the PTO master shield missing or in the raised position. OPS-U- 0004

2.3 Tractor Horsepower

The power required to operate a mower is determined by the tractor PTO horsepower. For most mowing conditions, the TW120 lift mower requires a tractor with at least 60 HP and the semi-mount and pull type mower require at least 50 HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not have adequate power may damage the tractor engine. Exceeding 90 HP may cause mower damage by overpowering the unit in heavy cutting conditions.

2.4 3-Point Hitch

Lift Type Mower-The tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at least 1818 lbs.

The Model TW120 is designed to be mounted on a tractor with CATII or CATIII 3-point or CATII or CATIII Quick Hitch.

Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for the category of the tractor being used. If the hitch does not conform to ASABE dimensions, the mower may not fit or raise properly. Consult an authorized dealer for possible modification procedures to mount non-conforming hitches.

Depending on the hitch category, certain size pins are used to attach the mower to the tractor. Quick Hitch requires 1-7/16 diameter lower pin and 1-1/4 diameter upper pin. CATII hitches require 1-1/8 lower pins and 1 inch upper pins. CATIII hitches require 1-7/16 lower pins and 1-1/4 upper pin diameters.

Our 3-point Quick Hitch is designed to connect to a Quick-Attach coupler making mounting and dismounting your mower easier. The 3-Point Quick Hitch is also designed to connect the mower to a tractor’s 3-point linkage without the use of a Quick- Attach Coupler.

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