OPERATION
TM60/72/84/100 02/11 Operation Section 4-6
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OPERATION
3.3 Tractor Horsepower
The horsepower required to operate the mower depends on many factors including the vegetation to be cut,
terrain condition, operator experience, and condition of the mower and tractor. For most mowing condition , the
TM60 mower requires a tractor with at least 17HP, and TM72 23HP. Operating the mower with a tractor that
does not have adequate power may damage the tractor engine.
3.4 Tractor 3-Point Hitch
The tractor 3-point hitch must be rated to lift at least
456lbs if attaching a TM60 and 568 lbs if attaching a
TM72.
The mower is designed to be mounted on tractors
with a CAT I hitch. Refer to the tractor operator’s
manual for the category of the tractor being used. If
the hitch does not conform to ASABE CAT I
dimensions, the mower may not fit or raise properly.
Consult an authorized dealer for possible
modification procedures to mount non-conforming
hitches.
Use the correct hitch pins for the hitch category
being used. For a Cat I hitch, 7/8” lower and 3/4”
upper diameter hitch pins.
CAT I Implement / Hitch Specifications
Width from outside to outside A-frame...................26-7/8”
Quick Hitch width inside lug to lug....................... ..27-1/8”
Height from bottom hitch pin to top pin........................ 18"
Lower pin diameter.......... ...........................................7/8”
Upper pin diameter.......... ...........................................3/4”
Lynch Pin diameter................................. ................15/32”
3.5 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