1. Wrap a lifting strap around hitch (A) and attach to a hoist.

2. Position hitch between masts as shown.

3. Install guides (B) using an M10 x 30 mm cap screw and lock nut.

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NOTE: Install hitch pins according to tractor hitch type. See Preparing the Cutter section for correct hitch pin positions. Hitch pin illustrated is in position for a tractor with a Quick-Coulper hitch

4. Install hitch pins (A) and quick-lock pins (B).

A-Hitch Pin (2 used)
B-Quick-Lock Pin (2 used)

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5. Assemble braces (B) and bellcrank (E) using 25 x 31 x 52 mm spacer (C), M20 x 80 mm cap screw (A) and M20 lock nut (D).

A-Cap Screw, M20 x 80 mm
B-Braces
C-Spacer, 25 x 31 x 52 mm
D-Lock Nut, M20
E-Bellcrank

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6. Lower hitch toward front of machine and align bellcrank and brace assembly (B) with holes in top of hitch. Install 1 x 4 in. cap screw and lock nut (A).

7. Using a hoist, pivot hitch assembly toward rear of machine.

A-Cap Screw and Lock Nut
B-Bellcrank and Brace Assembly

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8. Attach braces (B) to deck using 21 x 29 x 21 mm spacer (A), M20 x 60 mm cap screw and lock nut (C).

A-Spacer, 21 x 29 x 21 mm
B-Brace (2 used)
C-Cap Screw and Lock Nut

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9. Install 1 x 1-1/4 x 2 in. spacer, 1 x 4 in. cap screw and lock nut (A) through top or bottom hole in hitch.

• Top Hole-Category 3 or 3N Quick-Coupler Hitch
• Bottom Hole-All EXCEPT Category 3 or 3N Quick-Coupler Hitch

A-Spacer, Cap Screw and Lock Nut

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