FIG. 5
The parking wheel in the mistblower’s work position.
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4.4TRACTOR COUPLING
=The tractor must be equipped with a 1”3/8 ASAE DIN 9611/A at 550 rpm
=It must have a towing hitch (towed mistblowers with a towing eye or fork drawbar) and a
=It must be able to tow the maximum overall mass of the machine.
All of the characteristics required are indicated in the fittings tables
WARNING: make sure there are no persons or things near the mistblower before starting the machine and while you are using it.
4.4.1 DRAWBAR WITH TOWING EYE OR FORK
=Check that the weight on the hook can be supported by the tractor (the maximum weights on the drawbar are indicated in the fittings tables
=Hook the drawbar to the towing hitch adjusting the height of the same hook so the tank of the sprayer is horizontal. You can also rotate the drawbar as shown (FIG. 5).
=Retract the parking drawbar wheel (or foot) so it doesn’t get damaged during work.
=Position the pressure regulator in a place where it is easy to reach from the driver’s seat. Don’t carry liquids under pressure inside the cabin; use the relevant electrical or cable controls for these tractors.
=Check that the pipes of the pressure regulator (or the electrical cables on a pushbutton control panel) don’t get in the way and are positioned at a safe distance from the cardan shaft and the wheels of the tractor.
=You must purchase the brake kit if the towed mistblower will be used on hillsides.
4.4.2 STEERING DRAWBAR (COUPLEDTO ELEVATOR)
=Check that the diameter of the elevator coupling pins coincide with the tractor (adapter bushes are available on request).
=Check that the weight on the elevator can be supported by the tractor (the maximum weights on the drawbar are indicated in the fittings tables
=Check that the steering joint is lubricated with grease.
=Connect the drawbar to the elevator using the elevator control to keep the tank of the sprayer horizontal.
=When you have connected the drawbar proceed as for the towing eye drawbar.
4.4.3 STEERING DRAWBAR (TOWING EYE)
Special steering drawbars with a towing eye, homologated for road traffic, are available on request and another manual is supplied with the instructions on using this.
4.4.4 ADJUSTABLE HUBS
If the mistblower has adjustable hubs you can adjust the height of the machine; to do this, lift the machine as explained in point 4.3, loosen the 8 axel fixing screws, pull off the hub and position it in the desired position.
4.4.5 HYDRAULIC CONNECTION TO THE DISTRIBUTORS
Machines that need a hydraulic connection to drive the movements of the cannon are equipped with 1/2",
-do so only with the engine turned off;
-lower any tools connected to the elevator of the tractor;
-carefully clean the two parts that will be coupled
Warning: the hydraulic cylinders used are the “Double Effect” type. Consult the use and maintenance manual of the tractor.
