Suspension mechanism for reel mowers

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1994-06-09

1995-10-24

Melius, Terry Lee

Harvesters

Gang

Rotating cutting reel

56 152, 56249, 56DIG14, A01D 3462

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054599849

ABSTRACT:
A mechanism for shifting reel mower cutting units to a position whereat the undersides of the cutting units are exposed for service. A knuckle joint is provided for pivoting the cutting units as the lift arms are raised to thereby shift the cutting units to service positions. A connection point is provided between a yoke and the cutting unit which is located at the upper rear quadrant of the cutting unit's side frame for generally balancing the force distributed to the ground through the front and rear rollers during forward mowing operations.

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