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Safety Chain
Use the safety chain to help control drawn machinery
should it separate from the tractor drawbar.
• Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or greater
than the gross weight of towed machinery, which is
21,100 pounds minimum in accordance with ASAE
S338.2 specifications. If two or more implements are
pulled in tandem, a larger chain may be required. Chain
capacity must be greater than the TOTAL weight of all
towed implements.
• A second chain should be used between each
implement.
TRACTOR
DRAWBAR
TRACTOR
DRAWBAR
1-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPADE POSITION
Bolt,1-8 x 2-1/4
Hitch Lock
9" MAX
CLEVIS POSITION
Bolt,1-8 x 2-1/4
Hitch Lock
Figure 1-2: Safety Chain
• Attach the chain to the tractor drawbar support or
specified anchor location. Allow only enough slack in
the chain to permit turning. The distance from hitch pin
to attachment point or intermediate support point
should not exceed 9 inches. See Figure 1-2.
• Replace the chain if any links or end fittings are broken,
stretched or damaged.
• Do not use a safety chain for towing.
See Page 3-3. for Hitch Lock functionality.
Locknut,1-8
Safety Chain
Locknut,1-8
Safety Chain
DRAWBAR
DRAWBAR
F-1108-0121
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