3-Point Hitch 3 point load

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Pipestone Kid

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Location
Bigfork, Mn.
Tractor
JD 4110HST
Just curious--Is it better to lower any attachment (i.e. back blade) on the 3 point when not in use? (Tractor parked and shut off) What are the pros and cons?
 
   / 3 point load #2  
ALWAYS lower anything to the ground, including the FEL. Main reason is safety-A child moving a lever could cause the load to crash down, or even accidental bumping from a adult could do the same. The other reason is to not leave the pressure on the hydraulic system for no reason.
 
   / 3 point load #3  
Better to lower attachments, takes the strain off the seals, less chance of tractor rolling, kids can't drop the implement on anothers foot.
 
   / 3 point load #4  
That good advice includes the FEL too. :)
 
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  • Thread Starter
#5  
Thanks for the responses. I always lower mine, but I see a Dealers lot that always has the FEL down , but the three point attachments up, so I got curious.
 

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