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OPERATION
TX235 02/07 Operation Section 4-33
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OPERATION
12. DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR
Before disconnecting the mower, the PTO must be disengaged and all motion at a complete stop. Move the
mower to a level storage location and lower the center section and both wings to the ground. If the mower will
be stored with the sections in the raised position, be sure that the locks are engaged. If the mower is not
resting securely on the ground, block the mower up securely before attempting to disconnect it from the tractor.
Use extreme care to keep feet and hands from under the mower and clear of any pinch points.
When disconnecting the mower, the tractor should be completely shut down and secured in position. Relieve
hydraulic pressure by moving the control levers back and forth several times. Lower the parking jack and raise
the mower until the tongue clevis is no longer resting on the tractor drawbar and is supported solely by the
jack. Also, make sure that the jack foot is securely resting at ground level or securely supported by a block
before raising the mower. Once the mower tongue is being supported entirely by the jack, remove the hitch
bolt, locknut and washers. Disconnect the hydraulic hose from the tractor and secure to the mower to prevent
contact with the ground.
After disconnecting the mower hitch, remove the mower driveline from the tractor PTO shaft. Place the
driveline in its storage bracket to prevent it from contacting mud or dirt which can contaminate the universal
joint bearings and shorten the life of the driveline. After the driveline has been disconnected from the tractor
place the PTO master shield back in the operating position.
Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the
parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement
and Tractor hitches.
(S3PT-15)
Never unhitch without using the Tongue Jack. The Tongue is very heavy. Attempting to lift
the Tongue without using the Tongue Jack could cause strains or other injury. Allowing the
tongue to fall suddenly and unexpectedly could result in crushing injury. Use the Tongue
Jack for lifting the Implement only. Overloading the Tongue Jack can cause failure with
possible serious bodily injury or even death.
(STI-04)