Figure 26
Figure 27
Figure 28
C-11
OPERATION
ATTACHING ATTACHMENTS
Most front mounted Ventrac attachments can be
positioned so that it is convenient to drive into the
hitch arms with nearly correct alignment
(Figure
26 & 27)
. Slight adjustment may be required to
complete the hitch engagement.
When completely engaged, move the
Minute
Mount
lever to “latched” position. If lever will not
move into “latched” position, check the attachment
for complete engagement.
Latch
Hook
Before making any repairs or adjustments, lower
attachment to the ground, set parking brake, shut
the engine off, and remove the key.
1
.
Shut off the engine and engage the parking
brake.
2.
Walk to the front of the mower and push it into
the tractor as far as the hitch will allow. Make
sure both sides are against the stop.
3.
Place the mower PTO belt over the outside
groove of the idler pulley.
4.
Return to the tractor seat. Engage the
Minute
Mount
lever into the “latched” position and
rotate the PTO tension lever up into the
“engaged” position.
Note:
1.
Mower attachments have a floating hitch
(Figure 26 & 27)
. If mower cutting height is set
near the highest position, the tractor can be
driven into the hitch arm. Then raise the hitch
until the mating arms are parallel. Complete
the engagement.
2.
Attachment changes are made easier and
safer by using level, clean surfaces.
3.
Heavy duty, close tolerance latch hooks
(Figure 28)
make complete engagement of
attachment hitch necessary on both sides
before
Minute Mount
lock lever can be
activated. The result is a strong, well fitted
connection for optimum control and