Snapper 2690628, 2690629 OperatJflgtheTractor, Max. Attachment Weight, Attachment Weight Limit

OperatJflgtheTractor

Optional 3-Point Hitch

Operation	(Select	Models)	Max. Attachment		Weight
Attachment	Weight	Limit
The maximum alJowable attachment weight is deter-
mined by the gross weight of the attachment verses the
distance from the end of the tractor hitch arm to the
attachment's center of gravity (Figure 10). The further
an attachment's center of gravity is from the tractor, the
more leverage is required to raise it.			1'	2'	3'	4'

Measure the distance from the end of the hitch arms to	Distance from End of Hitch Arm
the attachment's center of gravity (Figure 10) and use
	to Attachment Center of Gravity (Feet "x'")
the graph in Figure 9 to determine if an attachment is too
heaw to be used with your tractor.	Figure 9. Attachment Weight Limit
Always use a front weight carrier and 50 Ibs. suitcase
weights when using a rear-mounted attachment.
Remove the front weights when the rear attachment is
removed.

CAUTION

Avoid injury! A machine with a 3-point hitch attachment installed may become unstable when the attachment is raised. Always drive slower over uneven ground and when turning with the attachment raised.

Distance from End of Hitch Arm to Attachment Center of Gravity

_ Attachment

Locking The Hitch

The 3-point hitch can be locked in the raised position. When a rear attachment is locked in the raised position, the tractor's on-board hydraulic cylinder can be used to lift mid mounted attachments without having to remove the rear attachment. For example, if a tractor equipped with a tiller is to be used for mowing, the tiller can be locked in the raised position allowing the mower to be installed and used.

To lock the 3-point hitch in the raised position:

1.Raise the attachment lift.

2.Remove the locking rod from its storage position (A, Figure 11) and insert it below the hitch arms in the locking position (B).

3.Secure with a hair pin clip.

Attachment'sCenter

End of Hitch Arm

of Gravity

Figure 10. Attachment Weight Limit

Figure 11. Hitch Rod Positions

A. Rod Storage

B.To Lock Lift In Raised Position

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