Coupler Hook › Draft Links

These draft links are intended for Category II and Category III implement balls.

IMPORTANT: The balls used must be of the correct size.

A-Diameter of ball

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The couplers are operated by means of lever (A), which can be actuated either by hand or by a control cable.

IMPORTANT: Make absolutely certain that the coupler hooks are locked properly:

Lever (A) must be in proper contact with the coupler hook, there must be no play noticeable at ball (B) and pin (C) must enclose the ball.

If coupler hooks have a control cable, pay attention to how the cable runs after the implement has been attached. If the cable droops excessively or gets tangled in the undergrowth or branches, the hooks may be opened by accident.

A-Lever
B-Ball
C-Pin

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CAUTION: If the implement attached to the tractor represents an asymmetrical load (e.g. a side-mounted mowing unit), or if the tractor has to drive through high undergrowth or is engaged in forestry work, the draft link hooks must be secured to prevent them from opening accidentally.

Use John Deere lock parts kit (A) at both of the coupler hooks.

A-Lock parts kit

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The coupler hooks can be locked in their "open" position.

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To close the coupler hook again, first pull the lever up at an oblique angle.

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NOTE: On very heavy, compact implements, the lift links can be attached at the rear hole in the draft links. This reduces the lifting height, but maximizes the lifting force.

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