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title: Tractor Attachments
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description: Guides for tractor implements and attachments
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aliases:
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- attachments
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tags:
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- equipment
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- tractor
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- attachments
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---
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# Tractor Attachments
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Implements and attachments for the [[tractor|farm tractor]].
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> [!warning] Attachment Safety
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> Always ensure the tractor is off and the PTO disengaged before attaching or detaching implements. Follow the connection procedure carefully.
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## Available Attachments
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### [[mower-attachment|Mower Attachment]]
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For cutting grass and maintaining paddocks.
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### [[vacuum-attachment|Vacuum / Collector Attachment]]
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For collecting leaves, grass clippings, and debris.
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## General Attachment Procedure
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### Connecting an Attachment
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1. Park tractor on level ground
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2. Turn off engine and remove key
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3. Lower 3-point hitch to lowest position
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4. Align attachment with hitch points
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5. Connect lower arms first, then top link
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6. Adjust top link length as needed
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7. Connect PTO shaft (if required)
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8. Connect hydraulic lines (if required)
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9. Raise attachment and check security
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### Disconnecting
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1. Lower attachment to ground
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2. Turn off engine and remove key
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3. Disconnect PTO shaft
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4. Disconnect hydraulic lines (relieve pressure first)
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5. Remove top link, then lower arms
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6. Drive tractor away slowly
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## PTO Operation
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> [!danger] PTO Hazard
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> PTO shafts spin at high speed and can cause fatal entanglement injuries. Never approach a spinning PTO. Always disengage and wait for complete stop.
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- Standard PTO speed: 540 RPM
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- Always use PTO guard/shield
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- Check attachment is rated for tractor PTO
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## Storage
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- Store attachments under cover when possible
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- Grease connection points before storage
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- Location: *TBD*
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## Related
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- [[tractor|Tractor Operation Guide]]
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