
OPERATION
5. CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR
Use extreme caution when connecting the mower to the tractor. The mower should be securely resting at ground level or setting on blocks. Keep hands and feet out from under the mower deck and clear of pinch points between the tractor hitch arms and mower pins.
DANGER!
Never stand or allow another person to stand between a running Tractor and the Mower when attaching the Implement to the Tractor. Always shut the Tractor completely off before attempting to connect the Mower pins to the Tractor hitch.
5.1 Connecting the Mower
1.Make sure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTO shaft. Change shafts if needed.
2.Shorten or remove the tractor drawbar to avoid interference when raising and lowering the mower.
3.Board the tractor and start the engine. Position the tractor to the mower with the
4.Turn off the tractor engine, set the parking brake, place the tractor in park, and dismount.
5.One lift arm at a time, position the tractor lift arms over the
7.Extend or retract the
8.Adjust any lower link check chains, guide blocks, or sway blocks to prevent the mower from swaying side to side and possible contact with tractor rear tires.
FM84A 09/03 | Operation Section |
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