John Deere RC1048 Brush Cutter User Manual


 
Preparation 13
PREPARATION
• Installing Hitch Pin Bushings for Category 1 Quick Coupler Hitch
NOTE: Install bushings on both hitch pins. Right-hand side shown.
Use Frontier category 1 quick coupler bushing kit WS862500 or
John Deere category 1 quick coupler bushing kit BW15056.
1. If using John Deere bushing kit BW15056, install bushing (A)
over hitch pin with cross hole as shown.
2. Install bushing (B) as shown.
3. Align holes in bushings with hole in hitch pin and install
roll pin (C).
• Using Category 2, 3-Point Hitch
Special adapter bushings are available from your
John Deere dealer to accommodate
tractors with
category 2, 3-point hitch.
Install bushings on cutter hitch pins and tractor
center link connection.
A - Center Link Connection
B - Hitch Pins
• Checking Driveline Shields
Entanglement in rotating driveline
can cause serious injury or death. Disengage
PTO, engage parking brake or place trans-
mission in “PARK”, shut off tractor, and
remove key before working near driveline.
Check driveline shields by making sure they rotate freely.
Lubricate or repair if necessary.
A-Bushing (not needed if using Frontier kit, WS862500)
B-Bushing
C-Roll Pin
A
C
A
B
A - Driveline Shield
Entanglement in rotating driveline
DANGER
!