Operating the Tractor

Attaching a Trailer

The maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is 444 Nm. The maximum vertical drawbar force is 222 Nm. This equates to a 396 lbs (180 kg) trailer on a 10 degree hill. Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 16) and clip (B).

WARNING

Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, poorly ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition source (such as a furnace, water heater, etc.) and cause an explosion.

Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.

Storage

A

B

396 Lbs. (180kg)

3'4"

10˚

(1m)

20' (6m)

Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the

Figure 16. Trailer Weight Recommendations

Reproduction

Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety

A. Clevis Pin

Rules section, then perform the following steps:

B. Clip

• Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, & rem ve the key.

• Perform engine maintenance and storage measures

Not

 

listed in the engine owner’s manual. This includes

draining the fuel system, or adding stabilizer

hefor

fuel (do not store a fueled unit in an encl sed structure - see warning).

• Battery life will be increased if it is removed, put in a cool, dry place and fully charged about once a m nth. If the battery is left in the unit, disconnect the negative cable.

Before starting the unit after it has been stored:

• Check all fluid levels. Check all maint nance items.

• Perform all recommended checks and proc dures found in the engine owner’s manual.

• Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before use.

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