Servis-Rhino FM84A manual Front End Weight, Power Take Off PTO

OPERATION

OPERATION

2.5 Front End Weight

A minimum of 20% total tractor weight must be maintained on the tractor front end when the mower is in the raised position. Proper weight on the tractor front end is critical to maintain steering control and to prevent the tractor from rearing up while driving. If the tractor 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.

2.6 Power Take Off (PTO)

The mower is designed to operate at a PTO speed of 540 RPM. Most tractors operate at either 540, or a combination of 540 and 1000 RPM PTO speeds. The operating speed of the mower and tractor can be determined by the number of splines on the driveline yoke and PTO output shaft. Those operating at 540 RPM will have a 6- spline shaft and those operating at 1000 RPM will have a 21-spline shaft. Refer to the tractor owner’s manual for instructions to change PTO speeds on models that operate at more than one speed.

If operating an older model tractor where the tractor’s transmission and PTO utilize one master clutch, an over- running clutch must be used between the PTO output shaft and the driveline of the mower. An authorized tractor dealer can provide the over-running clutch and its installation if needed.

WARNING!	DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveline to a Tractor PTO.
	Use of an adapter can double the operating speed of the Mower resulting in excessive
	vibration, thrown objects, and blade and mower failure. Adapter use will also change the
	working length of the driveline exposing unshielded driveline areas. Serious bodily injury
	and/or equipment failure can result from using a PTO adapter. Consult an authorized
	dealer for assistance if the Implement driveline does not match the Tractor PTO.
	(S3PT-14)

WARNING! Never operate the Tractor and Mower if the Mower main driveline is directly connected to the Tractor transmission. Tractor braking distances can be substantially increased by the momentum of the rotating Mower blades driving the Tractor transmission even though the Tractor clutch has been engaged. Install an over running clutch between the Tractor PTO and the Mower driveline to prevent this potentially dangerous situation.

FM84A 09/03 Operation Section 4-8

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