INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

In some cases it will be necessary to shorten the PTO assembly to match your particular tractor. The following procedure should be used:

1.Raise the tractor 3-pt. hitch so the input shaft of the cutter gearbox is in line with the PTO shaft on the trac- tor. Shut down tractor, leaving cutter in position of shortest distance between shafts. SECURELY

BLOCK CUTTER IN POSITION.

2.Pull driveline apart. Attach outer (female) section to tractor PTO shaft. Pull on driveline section to be sure that yoke locks into place.

3.Hold driveline sections parallel to each other to determine if too long. Each section should end approximately 3” (76mm) short of reaching universal joint shield on opposite section. If too long, measure 3” (76mm) back from universal joint shield and mark on opposite section (Figure 3). Do this for both sec- tions. DO NOT CUT UNTIL STEPS 4 AND 5 ARE

CHECKED.

Figure 2.

NOTE: The use of a PTO over-running clutch or exten- sion could require that the PTO driveline be shortened a considerable amount. If this is done, the driveline halves may separate when the cutter is lowered to the ground or when operated on rough ground.

An optional special driveline that is equipped with an over- running clutch is recommended (see optional equipment).

1.Raise and lower the cutter to determine position with greatest distance between the PTO shaft and gearbox input shaft. Shut tractor off, leaving cutter in position of greatest distance between shafts. SECURELY

BLOCK CUTTER IN POSITION.

2.Hold driveline sections parallel to each other and check for minimum 6” (15cm) overlap. If driveline has been marked for cutting, overlap will be the distance between the two marks. If driveline has less than minimum overlap, do not use. Contact authorized dealer.

Figure 3.

3.If driveline must be cut to a shorter length, clamp driveline in a well padded vise to prevent damage to the shield. Cut off shield where marked. Using cut-off section of shield as a guide, cut shaft the same amount. (Figure 4.)

4.Repeat the procedure to the other driveline half. Remove all burrs and cuttings.

5.Apply multi-purpose grease to inside of outer (female) driveline section. Assemble driveline and install on tractor and cutter. Pull on each driveline section to be sure yokes lock into place. Make certain driveline shielding is in place and in good condition.

Figure 4.

W ARNING!

When attaching PTO yoke to tractor PTO shaft, it is important that spring-activated locking pin or balls operate freely and are seated in groove on PTO shaft. A loose shaft could slip off and result in personal injury or damage to equipment.

6.Carefully raise and lower the cutter and check to be sure the PTO assembly does not jam. If it does, cut equal amounts from each half of the PTO assembly.

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