MacDon R1 Series Operator's Manual page 71

6. Check distance (C) between tractor primary power take-off
(PTO) shaft (A) and rotary disc pull-type hitch gearbox
shaft (B) without the front half of the driveline attached.
7. Ensure that distance (C) does NOT exceed the dimensions
listed in Table 3.3, page
Table 3.3 Distance between Hitch Gearbox and Tractor PTO
Driveline Shaft Size
34 mm (1 3/8 in.)
43 mm (1 3/4 in.)
8. Position primary driveline (A) onto the tractor s PTO shaft,
making sure that the driveline is approximately level.
9. Pull back collar (A) on the driveline and push the driveline
until it locks. Release the collar.
10. Clear bystanders from the area and start the tractor. Do
NOT operate the rotary disc pull-type.
11. Raise the hitch so that stand (A) is off the ground.
12. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
13. Remove inner hairpin (B) to release stand (A).
6. If distance (C) is greater than the values shown, a longer driveline is required.
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Distance (C) 6
650 mm (25 9/16 in.)
750 mm (29 1/2 in.)
OPERATION
A
Figure 3.28: Allowable Driveline Length
A A
Figure 3.29: Driveline Attached to Tractor PTO
Figure 3.30: Hitch Stand in Working Position
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C
B
B
A
Revision A