Operator's Manual

8
Setup
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Loose Parts Chart
Note: Use this chart as a checklist to ensure all parts necessary for assembly have been shipped. If any of these parts are
missing, total setup cannot be completed.
Description
Qty. Use
Tongue Assembly
Lynch Pin
Clevis Pin
1
4
2
Mount Tongue Assembly to Topdresser
Wire Harness (3 pc.)
Hitch Pin
1
1
Mount to Tongue Assembly & Tow Vehicle
Skid Plates
Carriage Bolt
Flat Washer
Lock Nut
4
8
8
8
Mount to Topdresser
Operator’s manual 1 Read before operating the machine.
Parts catalog 1
Certificate of compliance 1
Pre–delivery check list 1
Note: Specifications and design subject to change without notice.
Special Instructions for
Workman (3000/4000) and
other utility tow vehicles
(tractors):
• The TopDresser 2500 can be towed by most utility
tractors equipped with flotation tires for operation over
golf greens. The tractor must have adequate brakes and
drawbar hitch capacity to handle a 3500 lbs. (1587 kg.)
trailer. Refer to Tractor Operator’s Manual for towing
instruction and precautions.
• The Workman(3000/4000) vehicle, equipped with the
Heavy Duty Drawbar (Model 44212 or 44213) makes
a good tow vehicle (4WD version is best for hilly or
bermed approaches to greens).
Note: For improved traction and when towing TopDresser
2500, 1000 lbs. of weight can be added to vehicle bed.
Important Do Not attempt pulling the Topdresser
2500 when loaded with material, with the standard
Workman (3000/4000) hitch. It is only rated to 1500 lbs.
and may bend or damage the cross tube axle support or
rear spring shackles. Always use the H.D. Drawbar Kit
Model 44212 or H.D. Frame Drawbar Model 44213.
Important Do Not attempt towing a loaded topdresser
with a light utility vehicle or run–about. They do not
normally have adequate brakes, suspension, or frame
strength to handle the weight of the TopDresser2500.
• Trailer Brakes are highly recommended when using
the Top Dresser 2500 in hilly terrain. When fully
loaded the topdresser may weigh as much as 3500
lbs.(GVW). This weight is well over the recommended
towing and braking limit of most utility vehicles. A
special trailer brake kit is available for direct
installation with the Workman (3000/4000) vehicle.
This kit could be adapted to other vehicles with a 12
volt brake light source.