Check Tire Contact During Turns - Progressive Turf Equipment Pro-Flex 120 Operators Manual And Parts Lists

1) With the tractor in the lowest gear and travelling very slowly, make a sharp turn to
the right.
2) Watch the PTO shielding to make sure the PTO shaft does not totally collapse.
There should be a minimum of 9 ½" of the inner black PTO shielding exposed at
maximum turn.
3) Ensure PTO shielding does not come in contact with hose support or hose support
rod.
NOTE: This is not the worst condition. Making turns while the tractor is angling up a
hill will cause the PTO shaft to collapse even more. Likewise, traveling straight up or

CHECK TIRE CONTACT DURING TURNS

The Pro-Flex 120 mower features a hose support which also serves the function to limit
the steering angle of the mower without damage to components. In proper operation, the
tractor tire should contact the hose support first if the operator attempts to turn too sharp
without damage to the drive-line.
To check tire contact:
1) With the tractor in the lowest gear and
travelling very slowly, make a sharp turn.
2) As you turn, watch closely to make sure the
tractor tires contact the hose support. (not
other parts of the mower)
3) If the tires do not contact the hose support,
adjust tractor tire width (if possible), so they
contact the hose support. Contact us for a
modified guard.
NOTE: Using this setup, with the proper adjustment, the tire will contact the hose
support and will not allow the tractor to turn any further. It will either, prevent
the contacted tire from turning, spin the opposite tire, or push the front of the
tractor around. This guard will not work with lug style tires.
down a hill will either extend of collapse the PTO shaft. The
operator should avoid making sharp turns on uneven terrain.
If the PTO over extends, it will come apart and can cause
injury to the operator or extensive damage to the mower or
tractor.
If the input PTO shaft completely collapses it will force the
shaft back against the hanger bearing. This will cause damage
and premature failure of the bearing.
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