Make sure driveline collapsible length is acceptable. If needed, refer to "Check
Driveline Collapsible Length".
The driveline maximum allowable length must, when fully extended, have a mini
mum overlap of the profile tubes by not less than 1/3 the free length with both
inner and outer profile tubes being of equal length.
1. Apply multi-purpose grease to the inside of the outer shaft and reassemble
the driveline.
2. Assemble driveline profiles together with 1/3 overlapping of inner and outer
profile tubes. Once assembled, measure and record the maximum allowable
length shown below for future reference.
Figure 1-4 Driveline Maximum Extended Length
3. Attach inner driveline yoke to the Mowers gearbox shaft. Attach outer
driveline yoke to the tractor's PTO shaft.
4. Move yoke ends of driveline back and forth to ensure they are secured to the
tractor and Mowers shafts. Reattach any end that is loose.
IMPORTANT: Small chains are supplied with the driveline. They must be attached
to the inner and outer driveline shields and to the Mowers and tractor to restrict
shield rotation.
5. Hook driveline safety chain on the tractor end of driveline to the tractor. Re-
latch safety chain to the driveline shield.
6. Hook driveline safety chain on the Mowers end of driveline to the Mowers
frame. Re-latch safety chain to the driveline shield.
7. Start tractor and raise Mowers just enough to remove blocks.
8. Slowly engage tractor hydraulic 3-Point control lever to lower Mowers .
Check for sufficient drawbar clearance. Move drawbar ahead, aside or
remove if required.