OPERATION
9.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines
When crossing ditches with steep banks or going up sharp inclines, it is possible that the main driveline inner profile will penetrate into the outer housing to its maximum depth until the assembly becomes solid (driveline is at its extreme shortest length). This type of abusive operation can cause serious damage to the tractor and mower drive by pushing the PTO into the tractor and through the support bearings or downward onto the PTO shaft, breaking it off.
WARNING! | Damage resulting from |
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| may allow the driveline to come loose from the Tractor which could cause bodily injury to |
| the operator or bystanders and/or extensive damage to the Tractor or Implement |
When confronted with an incline or ditch, do not approach from an angle which is perpendicular or straight on as damage to over collapse of the driveline may occur.
When crossing such terrain, the wings should be fully lowered for a lower center of gravity and added stability.
INCORRECT: DO NOT approach ditch straight on.
Inclines and ditches should be approached along a line which is at an angle as shown. This type of path will reduce the possibility of
CORRECT: Approach ditch at an angle
When operating the tractor and mower across slopes and inclines, through ditches, and other uneven terrain conditions, it is important to maintain sufficient deck to ground clearance. Blade contact with the ground may cause soil, rocks and other debris to be thrown out from under the mower resulting in possible injury and/or property damage. Ground contact also produces a severe shock load on the mower drive and to the mower blades resulting in possible damage and premature wear.
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