7.1 Putting the PTO shaft into operation
The PTO shaft is an essential part of the machine.
There are a number of matters that need to be watched out for:
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See PTO drive shaft manual
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Points of attention
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The length of the PTO shaft.
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With the shortest operating distance between the tractor and the machine, the PTO shaft
must still be able to slide in by 40 mm / 1.6 inch . In this, account must be taken of:
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The minimum profile overlap is: See PTO shaft manual
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Attach overloading/freewheel clutch or bolt connection (conical) at the machine end
A hydraulic top link (if present) in its shortest position
Putting the machine into operation
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