Woods Equipment DS1260, DSO1260 Operation, Tractor Stability, Connect Cutter to Tractor PULL-TYPE

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OPERATION

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the cutter. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor, and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety rules and safety decals on pages 7 to 13.

This heavy-duty cutter is designed for grass and weed mowing and shredding.

Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is from 2 to 5 mph.

Full chain or rubber shielding must be installed when operating in populated areas or other areas where thrown objects could injure people or dam- age property.

If this machine is not equipped with full chain or rubber 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).

Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.

Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM (1000 RPM on Q Series cutters). Do not exceed.

Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper- ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic- ing equipment.

Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming operation.

CAUTION

Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

Safety tow chain must be hooked-up to both the implement and tractor during operation or trans- port. A loose, dragging chain could be struck by the blades causing serious injury.

TRACTOR STABILITY

A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without this weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal injury or death. The weight may be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.

Figure 1. Tractor Stability

CONNECT CUTTER TO TRACTOR (PULL-TYPE)

NOTICE

For tractors with a 1-3/8" diameter PTO shaft, the horizontal distance from end of tractor PTO shaft to center of drawbar pin should be 14" for the 540 rpm cutter and 16" for the 1000 rpm cutter. Tractors with a 1-3/4" 20-spline PTO shaft should be set to 20". This will minimize joint knock and damage to drive components.

1.Adjust tractor drawbar to obtain the desired drawbar-to-hitch-point distance.

NOTE: On some tractors, a drawbar kit must be used to obtain the required dimension. Check with your tractor dealer for assistance.

2.Attach parking jack to cutter tongue. Raise tongue to tractor drawbar height.

3.Secure cutter to tractor drawbar with a high- strength drawbar pin 3/4” or larger. Keep pin in place during operation.

4.Loop safety tow chain around tractor drawbar support. Secure the hook to a chain link that allows enough slack for proper hitch articulation.

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Contents Rotary Cutter Introduction Table of Contents DS1260 DSO1260 DS1440 DS1260Q DSO1260Q DS1440Q SpecificationsGeneral Information Free Mower Safety Video Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English/SpanishPreparation Safety RulesTraining Operation TransportationKeep children and bystanders away from stor- age area MaintenanceStorage Follow manual instructions for storage Safety & Instructional Decals Be CarefulKeep Away 6a PN RPM -OR 6b PN 1000 RPMRaised Cutter can Drop and Crush 15a PN 540 RPM 15b PN 1000 RPMConnect Cutter to Tractor PULL-TYPE OperationTractor Stability Connect Cutter to Tractor Mounted & SEMI-MOUNTED Category 2 & 3 Quick Hitches Driveline Adjustment Mounted & SEMI-MOUNTEDCategory 3 Standard Hitch Shorten DrivelinePull-Type Units Cutting Height AdjustmentDriveline Interference Check Mounted & Semi-Mounted UnitsWheel Spacing Attitude Adjustment PULL-TYPEDriveline Adjustment PULL-TYPE Blade SelectionTransporting Cutter OperationMowing Tips PRE-OPERATION Check List Owners ResponsibilityLubrication Owner ServiceBlocking Method Gearbox LubricationJackstand Placement and Lubrication Points Removing Blades Figure Installing BladesBlade Servicing Sharpening BladesRepairing Optional Chain Shielding Slip Clutch AdjustmentRepairing Rubber Shielding Shielding RepairUsed Aircraft Tires Figure Flexible Coupler Rubber Disk ReplacementServicing Tires Safely Periodically or Before Extended Storage CleaningAfter Each Use Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause SolutionMAN0571 rev /15//2007 Seal Replacement Dealer ServiceGearbox Maintenance Seal InstallationDisassemble Gearbox Horizontal Shaft Seal Repair FigureSpindle Gearbox Repair Figure Remove Gearbox From Cutter Assemble GearboxReinstall Gearbox Spindle Gearbox AssemblySplitter Gearbox Repair Figure Remove Gearbox from Cutter Disassemble Gearbox FigureSide Drive Service Assemble Gearbox FigureCrossbar Crossbar RemovalCrossbar Installation Crossbar TimingJoint Disassembly Universal Joint RepairJoint Assembly Install CupsDS1260 & DS1440 PULL-TYPE Cutter Assembly InstructionsDealer SET-UP Instructions Install SMV Emblem DS1260 & DS1440 Pull-Type Cutter Assembly Rear HalfDS1260 & DS1440 Pull-Type Cutter Assembly Front Half Front Half Figure Install Tongue Install 3-Joint Driveline FigureInstall CV Driveline Optional DS1260 & DS1440 CV Drive Installation Install Hydraulic Hoses Install A-Frame MountedInstall Tailwheel Arms Install DrivelineDS1260 & DS1440 Mounted Cutter Assembly Install SMV Emblem Semi-Mounted See FigureInstall Hitch Mechanism DSO1260 Cutter FigureDSO1260 Cutter Assembly Fill Gearboxes Install Chain or Rubber ShieldingDS1260 & DS1440 ALL Models Rubber Shielding FigureDS1260 DS1440Optional Chain Shielding Installation DS1260 DS1440Delivery Check List Dealer Check ListsPRE-DELIVERY Check List Parts Index DS1260 / DS1440 Main Frame Assembly Part QTY Description DS1260 / DS1440 PULL-TYPE Assembly Front Half Tongue S/N 1081498 & afterDS1260 / DS1440 PULL-TYPE Assembly Rear Half DS1260 / DS1440 PULL-TYPE Optional CV Mounting Assembly DS1260 / DS1440 Mounted Cutter Assembly Tailwheel seeDS1260 / DS1440 SEMI-MOUNTED Cutter Assembly DSO1260 Assembly Drive 540 RPM see page 74 -orDS1260 / DS1440 / DSO1260 Splitter Gearbox Assembly Gear 19 are Reversed on RPM GearboxDS1260 / DS1440 / DSO1260 Spindle Gearbox Assembly DS1260 / DS1440 / DSO1260 Flexible Coupler Front Equal Angle Drive Assembly PULL-TYPE DS1260 / DS1260Q & DS1440 / DS1440QRear Equal Angle Drive Assembly PULL-TYPE See page 69 for Star Profile Parts RPM Front CV Drive Assembly Walterscheid Star Profile See page 67 or 68 for Spline ProfileRPM 1-3/8 21-SPLINED RPM 1-3/4 20-SPLINED RPM 1-3/8 21-SPLINED RPM 1-3/4 20-SPLINE RPM Front CV Drive Assembly Walterscheid Spline Profile See page 70 or 71 for Weasler ProfileRear FIXED-LENGTH Drive for Constant Velocity Drive Slip Clutch Drive Assembly Mounted DS1260 Q / DS1440 Q / DSO1260 QWheel & Tire Assembly REF Part QTY DescriptionMDS1260 / MDS1440 Mounted Tailwheel Assembly 00 x 9 Tire DS1260 / DS1440 Belt Shielding Standard DS1260/DSO1260 DS1440DS1260 / DS1440 Chain Shielding Optional 2 x 8 Stroke Hydraulic Cylinder Optional Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke Control KIT Optional Crossbar Puller OptionalMetric Series Torque Chart Bolt Torque ChartSAE Series Torque Chart Bolt Size Chart AbbreviationsAssembly IndexWarranty South Illinois Route Post Office Box Oregon, Illinois