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7. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use
of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool.
Approved accessories are available from the distributor.
8. For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a qualified service
technician.
Product Specific Safety Precautions
1. Moving parts may cause injury. Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and tools away from moving
parts of the hitch. Keep spectators away at a safe distance.
2. Use the hitch on a proper surface locate on a flat, level and solid surface that is capable of
supporting the weight of the hitch and attached implement, plus the load.
3. Avoid accidents while using the hitch and its attached implement. This tool is for off-road use
only.
⚠WARNING
The warning, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense
and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
Maintenance
Clean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs to the hitch when parking it for long periods and
when parking it at the end of a working season. This will help ensure that the hitch is ready for field
use the next time you hook up to it. Clean off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on the
hitch. Scrape off compacted dirt and then wash the surface thoroughly with a garden hose.
4. Inspect the hitch for loose, damaged, or worn parts. Adjust and tighten loose parts or replace if
necessary.
5. Clean dirt, oil, and grease from areas where the paint has been worn, chipped, or scratched.
Prime any bare metal surfaces after cleaning and repaint to prevent rust.
6. A light coat of oil or grease may be applied to the cutting blade to minimize oxidation.
7. Follow the unhooking instructions when disconnecting the hitch from the tractor.
8. Store the hitch in a clean, dry place. Inside storage will reduce the maintenance and make for a
longer hitch life.
9. Lay the unit on the ground or ensure that the main frame is stable by using auxiliary supports,
such as planted posts, to prevent the possibility of the unit tipping over.