3
SET-UP
3.
Install any special rollers or reel attachments following
instructions included with them.
4.
Set bedknife-to-reel adjustment.
[Section 4.2 ,Section 4.3].
5.
Adjust cutting height to customer specifications.
[Section 4.4].
6.
Install reels on tractor as shown in Figure 3B making
sure motors (M) are mounted on the correct side.
Refer to flash attach procedure.
[Section 4.5]
M
M
3.4
OPERATING CHECKS ______________________________________________________
After the initial inspection and installation of reels and
accessories test the tractor and implements for proper
operation.
1.
Test the Interlock system.
[Section 3.5 ].
2.
Start tractor and check that switches, pedals, and
controls operate as described.
[Section 2.2 and 2.3].
3.
Check that warning lights and alarm are working.
4.
Check that brake pedal does not have more than one
inch free travel before engaging brake disc. [Section
4.9].
5.
Operate traction pedal and check that tractor operates
smoothly in both directions. Check that tractor stops
when traction pedal is released. If necessary, adjust
forward and revese speeds.
[Section 4.11].
6.
Check that tractor does not drift with engine running
and traction pedal in neutral.
[Section 4.10].
7.
Check adjustment of mow speed stop.
[Section 4.7].
8.
After installing reels check operation of reel lift lever.
[Section 2.3].
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M
Front
Figure 3B
7.
Assemble the down pressure springs to each reel.
a. Insert roll pin (A) into hole at the end of down
pressure tube (B).
b. Slide tube through hole in lift yoke.
c. Assemble spring (C), washer (D), 3/8-24 hex jam
nut (E), and rod end (F) to tube (B) as shown.
d. Secure down pressure assembly to the reel frame
using one 3/8-16 x 1-3/4" screw (G), spacer (H),
lockwasher (J), and 3/8-16 hex nut (K).
e. Insert hair pin (L) and adjust down pressure
[Section 4.6].
M
Lift Yoke
B
9.
Check operation of mower switch.
[Section 2.3].
10. Check operation of backlap switch.
[Section 2.2].
11. After operation, stop tractor and inspect again for oil or
hydraulic leaks.
K
J
H
D
C
A
F
G
E
L
Figure 3C