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 Coupler 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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NOTE: Short arm of brace attaches at hitch.

Long arm of brace attaches at rear of cutter.

5. Assemble braces (E) and bellcrank (C) using 1 x 1-1/4 x 2 in. spacer (B), 1 x 4 in. cap screw (A) and 1 in. lock nut (D).

A-Cap Screw, 1 x 4 in.
B-Spacer, 1 x 1-1/4 x 2 in.
C-Bellcrank
D-Lock Nut, 1 in.
E-Braces

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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). Tighten lock nut until bellcrank can pivot with some resistance.

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

A-Brace (2 used)
B-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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