Quick-Coupling (Hook-Type) Draft Links

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

IMPORTANT: The balls must be the correct size.

Hitch Category

Ball diameter (a)

II

56 mm 2.2 in.)

III

64 mm 2.5 in.)


How to use the coupler hooks

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Coupler hook operated by hand

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Coupler hook operated by means of a control cable

A - Lever

B - Ball

C - Pin

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

IMPORTANT: Make certain that the coupler hooks are locked:

Lever (A) must be in 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, note how the cable runs after the implement has been attached. If the cable droops excessively or gets tangled in undergrowth or branches, the hooks may be opened by accident.


Lock for draft link hooks

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A - Lock parts kit

CAUTION: When implements with asymmetrical load (e.g. side-mounted mowing unit) are attached, or when driving through high-growing bushes and trees (e.g. when working in the forest), the draft links must be prevented from opening accidentally.

Use John Deere AL165485 lock parts kit at both of the coupler hooks.

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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.

NOTE:

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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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