Using The Pickup Hitch; Unlatching The Pick-Up Hitch; Latching The Nordic And Euro Pick-Up Hitch - Valtra T144 Operator's Manual

3. Operation
3.21.4

Using the pickup hitch

3.21.4.1

Unlatching the pick-up hitch

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1. Lifting/lowering switch
2. Trailer hitch release lever
1. Press the symbol side of the lifting/lowering switch to fully raise the linkage.
2. Pull the hitch latch lever to unlatch the hitch.
Keep the lever pulled.
3. Press the lifting/lowering switch side opposite to the symbol to lower the
linkage.
4. Release the hitch latch lever when the hitch has passed the locking latch.
3.21.4.2

Latching the Nordic and Euro pick-up hitch

WARNING: Never unlatch the pick-up hitch when driving.
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DANGER: Make sure that at least 20% of the total combination weight
rests on the front wheels. When needed, use a sufficient number of
front ballast weights.
WARNING: When attaching any implements, check that the drawbar
eye engages the trailer hook correctly.
WARNING: When attaching a trailer or implement, do not exceed the
maximum weight of the rear axle or the maximum load of the tyre type.
See the technical specifications in this manual for the maximum
permissible weights and loads.
WARNING: Make sure that the maximum permissible towable mass is
not exceeded. Check the tractor identification plate for permissible
towable mass. Follow valid laws and regulations.
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