Progressive Turf Equipment SDR65, SDR 90 manual Transporting Mowers, Power Take-Off

TRANSPORTING MOWERS:

CAUTION - When traveling on public roadways, use flashing amber lights and S.M.V. emblem on rear of mower to provide greater visibility to other traffic.

WARNING - When towing this mower the following information concerning road speed should be strictly adhered to.

WEIGHT OF	MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
TOWING VEHICLE	ROAD SPEED
4500# or more	Up to 20 mph (32km/h)
Less than 4500# but	Up to 10 mph (16km/h)
More than 2300#
Less than 2300#	DO NOT TOW

CAUTION - Always have safety chain attached to towing vehicle.

POWER TAKE-OFF:

CAUTION - Keep all safety shields in place.

CAUTION - When operating the power take-off, be sure the tractor shield is always in place, covering the exposed power take-off shaft.

WARNING - Before dismounting from the tractor, stop the power take-off, put tractor in neutral, set brakes in lock position and shut off engine.

CAUTION - When ready to engage PTO shaft, be sure engine RPM is at idle speed. Engaging PTO at full throttle will cause high shock loads to driveline, with the potential for future failure.

NOTE: Do not exceed the recommended PTO speed of 540 RPM.

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