Setting Up and Adjustment
P.T.O. Shaft
The P.T.O. shaft supplied with the machine is suitable for
most tractors although a check should be made to ensure
the length of the two shaft halves overlap by at least 1/3
of their length during operation, (Fig 3.3).
Use only the original P.T.O. shaft supplied, which is
compatible in power capacity, safety devices and
guarding.
Ensure that the P.T.O. is securely attached to the tractor
and the separator before operating. The tractor symbol
printed on the guard indicates the tractor end of the
driveline.
Attach the safety chains allowing sufficient slack for the
shaft during operation and turning. Avoid using the
chains to support the P.T.O. during storage.
Check that the tractor lower links do not contact the
P.T.O. during turning. If necessary adjust lower links to
fully lowered position or remove completely.
Disengage the P.T.O., turn off the tractor engine
and remove the ignition key before
approaching the shaft or performing
maintenance work.
Do not exceed the recommended operational
speed - 540 r.p.m.
Disengage the P.T.O. when the angle of the joints exceeds
25°, Fig 3.4.
It is important to keep the P.T.O in first class condition.
Damaged or missing parts must be replaced with correctly
installed, original spare parts.
Make use of the P.T.O support hook after unhitching from
the tractor. This will prevent accidental damage to the
shaft end from contact with the ground, Fig 3.5
See also ‘Lubrication’ in Part 6 of the manual for greasing
schedule.
Figure 3.3
Figure 3.4
Figure 3.5
