Bush Hog RTH, RTNR manual OFFSETTING3-POINTHITCH RTN Series, Danger

NOTE

If dr iveline is the correct lengt h, omit the following steps “G” through “J” and proceed to step “K”.

G. Clamp driveline in a well padded vice to pre- vent damage to the shiel d. Cut of f shiel d where marked. (Figure 2-3)

Figure 2-3

H. Using cut off section of shield a s a guide, cut shaft the same amount. (Figure 2-4)

Figure 2-4

I. Repeat steps “ G” and “H” to other driveline section.

J. Deburr ends of driveline sections and clean away all chips and fillings. (Figure 2-5)

K. Apply multi-purpo se grease to inside of o uter (female) dri veline sec tion. Assemble drivel ine an d install on tractor and tiller. Pull on each driveline sec- tion to be sure yokes lock into place. Make certaqin driveline shielding is in place and in good condition.

DANGER

MAKE CERTA IN DR IVELINE Y OK ES ARE SECURELY FASTENED . FAILUR E TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

Figure 2-5

L. Adjust lower lift arm to level tiller right to left. Refer to tractor operator’s manual for instructions.

M. Adjust top li nk of t ractor 3-point hitch to level tiller front to rear.

N. Set up tractor stabilizer bars, sway blocks , or equivalent to prevent implement side sway. (Figure 26)-

Figure 2-6

Stabilizer Bars

Stabilizer

Lift Arms

Stabilizer

2-2 OFFSETTING3-POINT HITCH (RTN Series)

The lower hitch pins on the RTN series can be offset up to 6 inches to eitherside as follows:

A. Loosen clamp bolts on hitch pin that will move outward and slide to desired position.

B.Remove opposite hitch pin bracket and replace it between clutch shield and “A” frame. A distance of 26- 7/8” , measured as shown in Figure 2-7, must be main- tained between pins.

C.Tighten clamp bolts.

Figure 2-7Lower Hitch Pins - May Be Relocated

26-7/8”

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