Blue Rhino FC-0024, FC-0025 manual Operation, Drawbar-PullType Mower, Front End Weight

OPERATION

OPERATION

2.5 Drawbar-Pull Type Mower

For pull type mowers (540 and 1000 RPM) equipped with an equal-angle driveline, the tractor drawbar must be positioned at a 14” distance from the hitch point to the PTO shaft end for proper operation and minimal wear to the driveline and tractor.

If attaching the mower tongue clevis to a 3-point hitch drawbar supported by the lower lift arms, the attaching point must be extended past the main bar to allow for turning without binding the clevis and bar. Lift arm stabilizers must be used with this type of drawbar to prevent the mower from swaying from side to side. OPS- R- 0061.

2.6 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

TW120 01/11 Operation Section 4-6

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