Operating Tractor PTO

NOTE: Engine will start with switch up (engaged), but PTO shaft will not rotate until switch is reset.

1. Depress clutch pedal, start engine and push hand throttle lever (A) forward until tachometer indicates PTO rated speed:

PTO Rated Speed
PTO Engine RPM Speed
540E 1700
540 2400 (full power)
1000 2400 (full power)

 

NOTE: When in 540E position, engine speed is mechanically limited to a maximum of 1700 rpm. 540E operation will not engage if engine speed is above 1700 rpm.

Both 540 rpm and 1000 rpm PTOs operate at same engine speed: 2400 rpm.


A-Hand Throttle Lever
B-540E Operation Speed
C-540 Operation Speed

LV12625
LV9620

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NOTE: PTO is engaged or disengaged without depressing clutch pedal.

2. Lift switch knob (A) up to "I" position to engage PTO.

PTO indicator (B) will light when PTO is engaged.

IMPORTANT: A warning alarm will sound if operator leaves seat with PTO engaged.

NOTE: If engine is stopped while PTO is engaged, restart engine, depress and lift switch knob to reset and engage PTO.

causym CAUTION: Avoid personal injury. Stop engine and allow PTO driveline to stop before adjusting, connecting or cleaning PTO driven equipment.

To avoid entanglement with rotating shaft, always disengage PTO when not in use.

3. Push switch knob down to "O" position to disengage PTO.

PTO brake automatically engages when PTO is disengaged.

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LV9817


A-PTO Switch
B-PTO Indicator

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