Front Hitch

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The front hitch can be operated using selective control valve I.

Lock for draft link hooks

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A — Lock Parts Kit

CAUTION: When implements with asymmetrical load (e.g. side-mounted mowing units) 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.

Draft link positions

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B — Draft links locked

C — Draft links in transport position

Shut-Off Valve

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The additional shut-off valve allows the following settings:

A — Oil flow blocked

B — Raising and lowering with oil pressure

CAUTION: If SCV I is equipped with additional couplers towards the rear (for operation of rear implements), the shut-off valve must be blocked (A) before rear implements are operated using SCV I.

NOTE: When a chain is used to limit the cutting height on a mowing unit, avoid damage by selecting setting (B). Additionally, set SCV I to float position to lower the mowing unit.

Rate-of-drop valve

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Rate-of-drop valve (A) allows controlled lowering of the front hitch. Setting of the rate-of-drop valve is infinitely variable between the open position (turned all the way counterclockwise) and the completely closed position (turned all the way clockwise) (10 turns maximum).

Rate-of-drop has been set to approx. 5-6 seconds at the factory (4 turns counterclockwise).

Couplers and seven-terminal socket (ECE) at the front

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A — Couplers, selective control valve II

Couplers (A) are provided with oil via SCV II.

CAUTION: When a front-mounted implement is connected, do not connect any other user to selective control valve II.

CAUTION: The hydraulic system has a maximum system pressure of 20000 kPa (200 bar; 2900 psi). For your own protection and to assure proper functioning of the system, use only genuine John Deere parts.

The couplers allow to connect and disconnect the hydraulic hose only if no pressure is present.

To connect the hose union, press it firmly into the coupler.

To disconnect the hose, give it a firm pull.

B — Seven-terminal socket (ECE) at the front

The socket is used to connect electrical devices installed on the implement. Always use additional lighting on a mounted implement if this conceals the front tractor lights and other lights.

Brackets for mowing unit suspension (if equipped)

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A — Opening for chain

B — Bore for spring

Opening (A) allows attachment of the chain for cutting height limit.

NOTE: In this case, avoid damage by selecting setting (B) for the shut-off valve. Additionally, set SCV I to float position to lower the mowing unit.

Bore (B) allows attachment of the suspension spring.

Safety

CAUTION: It is important to observe the maximum permissible axle loads and the load capacity of the tires when using the front hitch.

CAUTION: A front-mounted implement adversely affects the driving characteristics of the tractor. Adjust vehicle handling to the change in driving dynamics of the tractor.

CAUTION: Always lower front-mounted implements to the ground, when the tractor is left unattended.

CAUTION: Lower front-mounted implement to the ground and stop the engine before connecting the implement to one of the front quick couplers.

CAUTION: Always bear in mind that the dimensions of the tractor front have changed, especially when leaving the farm or the fields and on roads and junctions. If in doubt, ask for a second person to assist.

CAUTION: Comply with local regulations for lighting requirements. Headlights and turn signals may be concealed by the front-mounted implement. In this case, use additional lighting.

CAUTION: When the front hitch is not used, always fold up the draft links.