Modern AG 20' Predator - Manual (Page 22)

22 - 20’ Predatorrr
oPERation
tRactoR REQUiREMEntS
the tractor used to operate the cutter must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and operate the Power
take Off (PtO) at the cutter’s rated speed while traveling at a ground speed between 2 and 5 mPH.
Operating the cutter with a tractor that does not meet the following requirements may cause tractor or
cutter damage and be a potential danger to the operator and passersby.
tractor Requirements and capabilities
• aSae approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt.
• tractor Safety Devices .................... Slow moving Vehicle (SmV) emblem, lighting, PtO master shield
• tractor Horsepower -minimum ........ FL10m 40HP; FL15m 50HP
• maximum ........................................ 540 RPm unit-120 HP; 1000 RPm unit 140 HP
• Drawbar............................................ Set length according to operating speed of the cutter and driveline
type, rated to carry weight of the cutter, safety chain attachment point
• Hydraulics ........................................ minimum of 1 hydraulic port (extra 3-spool valve required). minimum
2 ports, 3 ports recommended if additional,3-spool control valve is not used.
• Front end Weights............................ as needed to maintain 20% weight on front axle
• Power take Off ................................Operating speed and shaft size depends on operating speed and
driveline type of the cutter.
• tire Wheel Spacing .......................... Set tires minimum width of 60” from inside to inside of tires.
RoPS and Seat Belt
the tractor must be equipped with a Roll-Over-Protective-Structure (ROPS) (tractor cab or roll-bar) and
seat belt to protect the operator from falling off the tractor, especially during a roll over where the driver
could be crushed and killed. Only operate the tractor with the ROPS in the raised position and seat belt
fastened. tractor model not equipped with a ROPS and seat belt should have these life saving features
installed by an authorized dealer.
Operate this equipment only with a tractor equipped with an approved rollover-protective
system (ROPS). always wear seat belts. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off
the tractor--particularly during a turnover when the operator could be pinned under the ROPS.
3.2 tractor Safety devices
If transporting or operating the tractor and cutter near a public roadway, the tractor must be equipped
with proper warning lighting and a Slow moving Vehicle (SmV) emblem which are clearly visible from the
rear of the unit. Lights and a SmV emblem must be equipped directly on implements if the visibility of
the tractor warning signals are obscured. maintain all manufacturer equipped safety shields and guards.
always replace shields and guards that were removed for access to connect, service, or repair the tractor
or cutter. Never operate the tractor PTO with the PTO master shield missing or in the raised position.
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