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Operation Section 4-21
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
SRW1400 10/04
9.4 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines
Damage resulting from over-collapse of the driveline’s inner profile and its outer housing
may allow the driveline to come loose from the Tractor which could cause bodily injury
to the operator or bystanders and/or extensive damage to the Tractor or Implement
WARNING!
When confronted with an incline or ditch, do not
approach from an angle which is perpendicular or straight
on as damage to over collapse of the driveline may
occur.
When crossing such terrain, the implement should be
fully lowered for a lower center of gravity and added
stability.
Inclines and ditches should be approached along a line
which is at an angle as shown. This type of path will
reduce the possibility of over-collapse of the driveline
and resulting damage. If the gradient is so steep that
such as approach increases the possibility of a tractor
roll-over, select an alternate crossing path.
CORRECT: Approach ditch at an angle
INCORRECT: DO NOT approach ditch straight on.
When operating the tractor and implement across slopes and inclines, through ditches, and other uneven terrain
conditions, it is important to maintain sufficient deck to ground clearance. If too much dirt is being carried in to the
windrower, reduce the working depth. Ground contact also produces a severe shock load on the windrower drive
and resulting in possible damage and premature wear.
When crossing ditches with steep banks or going up
sharp inclines, it is possible that the main driveline inner
profile will penetrate into the outer housing to its
maximum depth until the assembly becomes solid
(driveline is at its extreme shortest length). This type
of abusive operation can cause serious damage to the
tractor and mower drive by pushing the PTO into the
tractor and through the support bearings or downward
onto the PTO shaft, breaking it off.
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