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HITCHJACK
A jack is furnished with the Top Shot to support the machine when the
tractor is disconnected and to adjust the hitch clevis to the tractor drawbar
for hookup. The jack should never be used to support a loaded Top Shot.
SAFETY CHAIN
As required or when desired, the Top Shot should be equipped with a safety chain for transporting the unit
on a public highway. Refer to the Transport Chapter for details.
TELESCOPING PTO DRIVE
T
he telescoping PTO drive is designed to rotate freely
inside the drive shield tubes.
The telescoping PTO drive is provided with a spring-loaded
locking collar on one end to positively lock the drive connection
onto the tractor PTO shaft. Depress the locking collar, against
the spring tension, and slide the yoke onto tractor PTO shaft.
Release the locking collar and move the yoke ahead or back
until the lock engages into the groove on the shaft.
NOTE: When the spreader is not attached to the tractor, the
PTO Drive can be conveniently supported by the chain
provided as shown. This position is used only when the Top
Shot is NOT in operation. Never transport the Top Shot with
the PTO in this position.
TRANSPORT LIGHTING
Connect the transport lighting cord that is standard
equipment on all Top Shot models to the lighting system
7 pin power receptacle (per SAEJ560B) on your tractor.
If your tractor is not equipped with the proper receptacle,
see your tractor dealer for details.
OPERATION
When the jack is not being
used to support the Top Shot,
it should be relocated to the
"storage" position located on
the left side of the Top Shot
as shown.
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