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OPERATION
TX235 02/07 Operation Section 4-25
© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
10.4 Operating the Tractor and Mower
Start off by operating at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of
the tractor and mower. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering
control. The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent
the operator from stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating,
stop the tractor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control.
Drive the tractor with the 3-Point lift arms in the raised position and lock the control lever in the transport detent
position to prevent damage to the mower driveline and tongue while turning.
Perform turns with the tractor and mower at slow
speeds to determine how the tractor with an
attached mower handles a turn. Determine the
speed to maintain proper control of the tractor
when making turns. When turning with a towed
implement, the overall working length of the unit is
increased. Allow additional clearance for the
mower when turning.
To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and
at safe speeds, especially when operating over
rough ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and
turning corners. Tractor wheel tread spacing
should be increased when working on inclines or
rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping.
Use extreme caution when operating on steep
slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going
downhill. DO NOT coast or free-wheel downhill.
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Operating Position
To lower the mower, retract the hydraulic
cylinders to remove tension from the transport
locks. Then pull the release rope and place the
hydraulic control lever in the float detent to lower
the mower.
The mower must be operated with the cutter
sections fully lowered and the hydraulic control
lever in the float detent to ensure the mower
follows the contour of the ground and to prevent
sections from creeping up. NEVER attempt to
raise the mower while the mower is operating.
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