Posted by Al L. in Wisc. on March 09, 2011 at 10:50:45 from (216.226.92.67):
In Reply to: using a TA properly posted by jstalk on March 09, 2011 at 08:03:39:
"jstalk"; stay off the clutch! Simply grasp the lever and pull it back - to engage - in a steady movement. Reverse the procedure - to disengage - the torque amplifier, using the same steady motion.
Per the Operator's Manual Mc Cormick Farmall 460, 560
Note:The torque amplifier operating handle must be in the forward position under the following circumstances:
1. When it is necessary to tow or push the tractor to start the engine.
2. When operating the side-mounted belt pulley to obtain the normal belt speeds shown in the table in "Specifications."
Of coarse now you would need the manual.
Caution! To maintain safe control of tractor speed and to utilize the engine as a brake during downhill transport operation, the torque amplifier operating handle should be in the direct-drive (fully forward) position.
Regarding winter operation, I have read that on this board, but don't know the reasoning for it; maybe someone will chime in.
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