Operating Tractor PTO

NOTE: Engine will not start if PTO lever is engaged. If equipped with EH PTO switch, engine will start with switch up (engaged), but PTO shaft will not rotate until switch is reset.

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

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

2. Engage PTO:

• Lever Operated: Move control lever (A) inward and forward to engage PTO.
• EH Switch Operated: Lift switch knob (B) up to "I" position to engage PTO.

PTO indicator (C) 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:

• Lever Operated PTO: Disengage PTO, restart engine and engage PTO.

• EH Switch Operated PTO: Restart engine, depress and lift switch knob to reset and engage PTO.

A-PTO Control Lever
B-EH PTO Switch-If Equipped
C-PTO Indicator

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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. Disengage PTO:

• Lever Operated: Pull lever (A) back to latch stop position to disengage PTO.

  Lever latch stop prevents accidental engagement of the PTO.

• EH Switch Operated (if equipped): Push switch knob (B) down to "O" position to disengage PTO.

PTO brake automatically engages when PTO is disengaged.

A-PTO Control Lever
B-EH PTO Switch-If Equipped

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