ELECTRICLIFT

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1.Float lockout pin (optional)2. Electric lift unit

3.Pivot pin

The electric lift is operated by a control switch on the upper right-hand corner of the instrument panel. To raise the implement push upward on control switch until desired height is reached, then release the switch. Switch will return to the center or neutral position. Equipment will stay in a given position when you release the switch. To lower equipment push down on the control switch. Switch will again return to the central or neutral position when you release it.

NOTE: Always operate electric lift with tractor engine running. Operation of electric lift off the battery will cause premature battery failure.

NOTE: Whenever raising or lowering equipment release control switch when equipment has reached a fully raised or lower position. Holding control switch will cause protective switch to open the circuit. Lift will function after waiting 30 seconds.

Equipment is normally operated in a "Float" position (implement free to move upward) with lock pin (optional) positioned as shown. Cam stop on the outside of the frame may be adjusted as

1.Locking knob2. Cam stop3. Rockshaft arm

described on page 15 to allow implement to return to a single preset hei~ht.

To operate equipment in a fixed "locked" posi- tion, where down pressure of implement is re- quired (that is blade work); remove frame cover and remove cotter pin in pivot. Reverse lock pin (optional) and insert into pre-aligned holes in clevis and lower portion of rockshaft arm. Replace washer and cotter pin.

A

CAUTION!

Always

stop

the

engine

and

set the brake pedal in the locked posi-

tion before making any adjustments to the machine.

NOTE: Remove or position cam stop on side of frame for full travel of rockshaft before locking rockshaft arms as described above.

NOTE: To avoid possible damage, as soon as the operation requiring "Down Pressure" is completed, immediately return the float lockout pin to the "Free to Float" position.

Refer to equipment manual for proper mounting instructions.

NOTE: Periodically lubricate pin "A" with a few drops of engine oil.

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Cub Cadet 169, 86, 128, 129, 149 Locking knob2. Cam stop3. Rockshaft arm, Tion before making any adjustments to the machine

108, 149, 169, 129, 128 specifications

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