Engaging The Power Take Off (Pto); Pto Rpm And Ground Speed - Schulte SRW1400 Operator's Manual

Pivoting rock windrower

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11.1 Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO)

Before engaging the PTO, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. Set the tractor

engine speed at approximately 1,000 RPM before engaging the PTO. Shift the PTO control to the on position,

and slowly increase the engine speed until the PTO is operating at the rated speed. If you hear unusual noises

or see or feel abnormal vibrations, disengage the PTO immediately. Inspect the windrower to determine the

cause of the noise or vibration and repair the abnormality

Do not put hands or feet under Tiller deck. Blade Contact can result in

serious injury or even death.

and the decks are securely blocked up.

Make sure the PTO shield, integral driveline shields, and input shields

are installed when using PTO-driven equipment.

shield if it is damaged or missing.

Ground speed for windrower will depend upon the size of the rocks being windrowed. Recommended speed

for efficient windrower performance is 5 mph. Operate the implement at its full rated PTO speed to maintain

speed for windrower operation. Refer to the tractor operator's manual or the tractor instrument panel for the

engine speed and gear to provide the required PTO and desired ground speed. Make sure that the windrower

is operating at its full rated speed before entering the field to be windrowed. If it becomes necessary to

temporarily regulate engine speed, increase or decrease the throttle gradually.

Ground speed is achieved by transmission gear selection and not by the engine operating speed. The operator

may be required to experiment with several gear range combinations to determine the best gear and range

which provides the most ideal performance from the windrower and most efficient tractor operation. As the

severity of cutting conditions increase, the ground speed should be decreased by selecting a lower gear to

maintain the proper operating PTO speed.

Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO speeds can cause

Implement driveline or blade failures resulting in serious injury or death.

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Stay away until all motion has stopped

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Operation Section 4-27

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