Driveline Slip Clutch, Fill Gearbox | Woods Equipment HC48, HC54

Driveline Slip Clutch

NOTICE

■A grade 8 bolt must be used to attach clutch driveline to gearbox.

A new slip clutch, or one that has been in storage over the winter, may seize.

1.Before operating slip clutch, make sure it will slip. Refer to Slip Clutch Adjustment, page 20.

2.Position clutch shield (3) against gearbox. Secure using cap screw (4), lock washers (5), and flat washers (6). Torque hardware to 12 lbs-ft.

3.Slide driveline slip clutch onto gearbox input shaft and secure with bolt (1) and nut (2).

4.Lubricate rear driveline half and install front driveline half.

5.Attach tether chain (if equipped) to clutch shield

(5).

1.1/2 NC x 2-3/4 HHCS GR8

2.1/2 NC Lock nut

3.Clutch shield

4.M8 x 1.25P x 20 mm HHCS

5.5/16 Lock washer

6.5/16 Flat washer

Figure 31. Slip Clutch Driveline Assembly

FILL GEARBOX

NOTICE

■Gearbox is not filled at the factory. Prior to deliv- ery to customer, make sure gearbox is filled only half-full with 80W or 90W API GL-4 or GL-5 gear lube. Use side plug to remove any excess oil.

1.Remove solid plug on top of gearbox and discard. Remove plug on side of gearbox.

2.Make sure vent plug hole is top of gearbox clear.

3.Fill gearbox until oil runs out the side hole on gearbox and install side plug. Use a high quality gear oil with a viscosity index of 80W or 90W and an API service rating of GL-4 or GL-5.

4.Install vent plug on top of gearbox. Use pipe sealant or thread tape on threads.

INSTALL SAFETY SHIELDING

Optional Chain Shielding

Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must be installed when operating in populated areas or other areas where thrown objects could injure peo- ple or damage property.

•If this machine is not equipped with full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet (92 m).

•This shielding is designed to reduce the risk of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec- tive devices cannot prevent all objects from escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).

The optional chain shielding assemblies are ready for installation when you receive them. You must remove rear steel band before installing rear chain shielding.

1.Refer to Front & Rear Chain Shielding, page 45, and attach as shown by inserting the bolts from inside the cutter frame out through the shielding.

2.Install hardware as shown in the parts drawing.

NOTE: Rear band and front rubber deflector can be discarded if using chain shielding.

Rubber Deflector

Attach rubber deflector (1) and link (2) to front of cutter using carriage bolts (3) and flange lock nuts (4).

1.Rubber deflector

2.Link

3.3/8 NC x 1-1/4 Carriage bolt

4.3/8 NC Flange lock nut

Figure 32. Rubber Deflector Installation

MAN0670 (Rev. 6/27/2008)	Assembly 33

HC60, HC72, HC48, HC54 specifications

Woods Equipment Company is a renowned manufacturer of high-quality agricultural and landscape equipment, and their line of hydraulic cutters is no exception. The Woods HC series, which includes the HC48, HC54, HC60, and HC72 models, is designed for efficiency and versatility in various applications, making them ideal for landscapers, farmers, and contractors.

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