2208 Models Axle Working Height is determined by either a mechanical Ratchet Assembly
or a single acting Hydraulic Cylinder using Stop Collar adjustments.
1. Install the Hydraulic Cylinder to the machine with the Rod End of the cylinder to the cylinder lug on the
axle and the Base End of the cylinder to the mount lug on the base frame.
2. Remove the plug on the Rod End of the cylinder and replace with the Breather Plug supplied.
3. Remove the plug at the base end of the cylinder and install the Hydraulic Adaptor 9/16" JIC x 3/4" SAE
with "O" ring in the cylinder.
4. Attach the Hydraulic Hose to the adaptor.
5. There are two adaptors furnished in the kit to adapt the hose to the fitting used in the hydraulic port on
the tractor. Determine which adaptor is required for your application and install to the hydraulic hose.
6. Attach the fitting for the tractor hydraulic port to the hose.
7. Make sure all fittings at tight and plug in hose to tractor hydraulic port.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHARGE THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER WITHOUT THE BREATHER PLUG
INSTALLED. DAMAGE TO THE CYLINDER MAY OCCUR.
8. Crank the tractor and from the drivers seat cycle the cylinder several times.
9. Extend the Cylinder Rod and install the Stop Collars to support the machine.
1. Remove the Clevis Pins from the Ratchet Assembly and place the clevis ends to the Axle Lug and the
Mount Lug on the Base Frame.
2. Install the Clevis Pins
2208 SERIES 05/21
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ASSEMBLY
AXLE HEIGHT CONTROL
HYDRAULIC KIT INSTALLATION
RATCHET INSTALLATION
Assembly Section 3-10
Hydraulic Adaptor
Breather
9/16"JIC to3/4" SAE
with "O" Ring
Cylinder
Base End
Cylinder
Rod End
Plug
Stop Collar Kit