Progressive Turf Equipment Pro-Max 36 - Manual (Page 22)

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CONNECTING THE PTO SHAFT:
1. Ensure that the tractor engine is shut off and the parking brake is locked.
2. Holding the PTO against the end of the tractor PTO shaft, rotate the tractor
PTO by hand until the shaft slides on slightly.
3. Slide the locking collar on the PTO backwards, releasing the locking
mechanism, hold and slide the PTO on.
4. Release the ring and pull the PTO backwards until the locking mechanism
snaps into place.
5. Push the shaft forward and backward to ensure that it is securely locked into
place.
If the PTO shaft comes off during operation, it may cause personal injury and
damage to the PTO shaft and tractor PTO. When checking, make sure the locking
collar is locked, and that the shaft is not just jammed against the end of the tractor
PTO shaft.
CHECK PTO LENGTH DURING TURNS:
During the mowing operation, the tractor should be able to make turns without
damage to the driveline. To ensure proper setup, check the following conditions:
1. With the tractor in the lowest gear and travelling very slowly, make a sharp
turn to the right.
2. Watch the PTO shielding to make sure the PTO shaft does not totally collapse.
There should be 1” to 2” of black PTO shielding left at maximum turn. (see
picture below)