Towing Machine (Engine Non-operational)

CAUTION: Do not tow machine with wire rope. If rope breaks, the whipping action could cause bodily injury.

Do not remove couplers. When couplers are removed, brakes are disabled.

Prevent collisions between other road users, slow moving towed equipment, and self-propelled machines on public roads. Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use hand signals or turn signal lights.

Check local governmental regulations regarding driving or towing equipment on public roads. Follow local regulations for equipment lighting and marking. Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn signals day and night. Use auxiliary lights and devices available from your John Deere dealer to warn other roadway users.

Avoid crushing injuries from runaway machine. If machine is on a slope, do not disengage park brake until wheels are blocked.

Release park brake mechanical lock ONLY for towing purposes. NEVER operate machine with parking brake mechanically released. ALWAYS set parking brake lock back to its initial status when towing is no longer required.

Machine can be towed for emergency situations up to 10 minutes at maximum speed of 10 km/h (6.2 mph).

To tow machine, proceed as follows:

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    A - Plugs (3 Used)

    Remove plugs (A) from transmission on both sides.


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    A - Cap Screws, M10 x 60 (3 Used)

    B - Lock Nut

    C - Ring

    Insert cap screws (A) and lock nuts (B) in previously removed plug locations.


  3. IMPORTANT: While tightening lock nut the parking brake ring (C) will be displaced. Pay extreme attention while tightening lock nuts not to squeeze the ring.

    SLOWLY AND EVENLY tighten lock nuts (B) to pull back ring (C) until it bottoms to release park brake.

  4. Turn warning lights ON, unless prohibited by law.

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    Tow Hook

    Attach tow chain to tow hook (A) on front main frame axle. Be certain that chain does not contact any hydraulic lines. Move row units as necessary to provide adequate room for chain.


  6. Tow machine in a forward direction. Have driver in operator’s seat to steer machine.

  7. When finished towing, remove cap screws and lock nuts on both sides of transmission. Install previously removed plugs back into place

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