OPERATION
OPERATION
When attaching the Implement input driveline to the Tractor PTO, it is important that the connecting yoke spring activated locking collar slides freely and the locking balls are seated securely in the groove on the Tractor PTO shaft. A driveline not attached correctly to the Tractor PTO shaft could come loose and result in personal injury and damage to the Implement.
8.1 Driveline Length Check
Before operating the Implement, check to make sure the Implement input driveline will not bottom out or become disengaged. Bottoming out occurs when the inner shaft penetrates the outer housing until the assembly becomes
When fitting the mower to the tractor, the telescoping driveline must be inspected to ensure that at its most compressed position, the profiles do not “bottom out”, and when at its farthest extended position, there is sufficient engagement between the profiles to operate safely. At its shortest length, there must be at least a 1” clearance between each profile end and opposite profile universal joint. At its farthest operating extension, a minimum profile engagement of 9” must be maintained.
“Bottoming Out” Check Procedure
•Disconnect driveline from the tractor and slide the profiles together until fully compressed.
•Place a mark on the inner shield 1/8” from the end of the outer shield.
•Reattach the driveline to the PTO Shaft.
•Lift Type - With the PTO NOT TURNING, raise and lower the mower and watch shaft movement.
Pull Type - With the PTO NOT TURNING, drive the tractor and mower through the sharpest turn possible and watch shaft movement. With the PTO NOT TURNING, drive the tractor and mower through the most severe terrain condi- tions expected and watch shaft movement.
•Raise the mower and watch the driveline as it
approaches the mark. If the distance between the mark and the end of the outer shield tube becomes less than 2” at any point, contact your local dealer or tech service for proper directions.
CY84 03/08 | Operation Section |
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