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Hydraulic Top Link Kit – Optional
The Hydraulic Top Link Kit replaces the Turnbuckle with a
Hydraulic Cylinder. Use of the Hydraulic Top Link Kit
reduces tongue weight in the transport position and
increases the transport height 3".
Hydraulic Top Link Circuit requires approximately 1 gallon
of hydraulic oil.
1. 1.Carefully hitch the Pulverizer to the tractor and
connect the Hydraulic Hoses. Check to make sure the
tractor hydraulic reservoir is full of the manufacturer's
recommended oil.
2. Unfold and lower machine. Reduce pressure on the
Turnbuckle and remove.
3. Install Bolt-On Lug between Drawbar Lugs with
3/4-10 U-bolt and Locknuts. See Figure 2-29.
4. Attach 4 x 12 Hydraulic Cylinder base end to Bolt-On
Lug with vendor supplied hardware. Block Cylinder
Rod end up from the Drawbar to allow for rod
movement when purging the Hydraulic Fold Link
Circuit.
5. Install Elbow fittings into the Cylinder ports and attach
the Hoses.
6. Install Adapters into the end of the Hoses and Male
Couplers onto the Adapters.
7. Secure hoses to the Drawbar with Tie Wraps.
IMPORTANT
Unfold and lower the unit to the ground and relieve
system pressure before attempting to repair, adjust,
or disconnect components.
WARNING
Escaping fluid under pressure can be nearly
invisible and have enough force to penetrate
the skin causing serious injury. Use a piece of
cardboard, rather than your hands, to search
for suspected leaks. See Figure 2-28. Wear
protective gloves & safety glasses or goggles
when working with hydraulic systems. Keep all
components (cylinders, hoses, fittings etc.) in
good repair.
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Figure 2-28: Hydraulic Leak Detection
8. Purge the Hydraulic Top Link Circuit. The hydraulic
system is not filled with oil and should be purged of air
before transporting and field operations.
9. With Hydraulic Top Link Cylinder Rod blocked up to
allow for rod movement, completely extend the
Hydraulic Top Link Cylinder. Recheck tractor oil
reservoir. Extend and retract the Cylinder completely
5-6 times to purge air from the Hydraulic Circuit. Do
not loosen hoses/fittings. Recheck tractor reservoir oil
level.
10. After purging connect the Cylinder rod end with
current Pin, Flat Washers and Roll Pins.
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