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G. Repeat steps “E” and “F” to other driveline sec-
tion.
H. De-burr the ends of the drivelines and clean
away all chips and filings. (Fig. 2-7)
I. Apply grease to inside of outer (female) driveline
section. Reassemble driveline and attach to tractor
and implement. Pull on driveline section to make
sure yokes lock into place.
J. Raise and lower implement to check for proper
operation.
SECTION III
OPERATING PROCEDURES
3-1 TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
3-1.1 Requirements
The tractor shall weigh a minimum of 6000 lbs.
(2722 kg) not including ballast to prevent tractor
upset. A PTO rating of not less than 50 horsepower
is required. The 3-point hitch shall have stabilizer
bars, sway blocks, chains or equivalent to prevent
mower swaying. Tractor rear wheel base (outside of
tire to outside of tire) shall not exceed 92 inches
(233.7 cm).
3-1.2 Recommendations
Tractor should have front end ballast (weights) to
help prevent front end skidding. Tractor should be
equipped with Rollover Protective System (ROPS)
and a seat belt used. Check chains for 3-point hitch
are recommended on tractors without position con-
trol stop adjustment to prevent accidental dragging
of slide assembly on ground.
WHEN CUTTING WITH ANY SIDE MOUNT
ROTARY CUTTER, IT IS LIKELY THAT SOME
DEBRIS WILL BE THROWN TOWARD OPER-
ATION. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT
OPERATOR BE PROTECTED BY ROLLOVER
PROTECTIVE SYSTEM (ROPS) ENCLOSED
CAB AND CUTTER DECK BE ENCLOSED BY
FACTORY APPROVED PERMANENT BANDS
OR SAFETY CHAINS. THE OPERATOR
SHOULD WEAR SAFETY GLASSES AND
SAFETY (HARD) HAT FOR PERSONAL PRO-
TECTION.
3-2 OPERATION
A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE maintenance
listed in Table 4-1.
B. Make certain parking stand is pinned in the
up position. (Fig. 2-2)
C. Remove deck transport lock pin and place in
storage holes. (Fig. 2-3)
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