Woods Equipment BW240HDQ manual Tractor Operation, Cutter Operation, Mowing Tips

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Figure 1A. Attitude Rod Adjustment

Cutting Height (Normal Mowing) - Wings

1.Lower wings to normal mowing position.

2.Loosen the jam nut on the adjustable link (turn buckle).

3.Lengthening the link will raise the wing, shortening the link will lower the wing. The rear edge of the wing should be parallel to the ground.

4.Make sure jam nuts are tightened once wing is leveled.

When using the cutter to shred, the rear of the cutter deck should be approximately 1/2" to 1" lower than the front.

NOTE: Equal Angle Drive Only: With the cutting height established, adjust the driveline carrier bearing in the H-frame to ensure the front driveline is parallel to the ground with cutter in cutting position.

TRACTOR OPERATION

Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.

Use care when operating around tree limbs and other low objects. Avoid being knocked off tractor and being injured.

The cutter is operated with tractor controls. Engage the PTO at a low rpm to prevent excessive loads on the

cutter drive system. Increase throttle to recommended PTO operating RPM.

Be sure operator is familiar with all controls and can stop tractor and cutter quickly in an emergency. The operator should give complete, undivided attention to operating tractor and cutter.

CUTTER OPERATION

When beginning operation of the cutter, make sure that all persons are in a safe location.

Power for operating the cutter is supplied by the tractor PTO. Operate PTO at 540 (1000 RPM for "Q" models).

Know how to stop the tractor and cutter quickly in an emergency.

Engage PTO at a low engine, rpm to minimize stress on the drive system and gearbox.

With PTO engaged, raise PTO speed to 540 or 1000 RPM depending on model and maintain throughout cutting operation.

Gearbox protection is provided by a slip clutch with replacement fiber disc. The slip clutch is designed to slip when excessive torsional loads occur.

Move slowly into material. Adjust tractor ground speed to provide a clean cut without lugging the tractor engine.

Use a slow ground speed for better shredding.

Proper ground speed will depend on the terrain and the material’s height, type, and density.

Normally, ground speed will range from 2 to 5 mph. Tall, dense material should be cut at a low speed; thin, medium-height material can be cut at a faster ground speed.

Always operate tractor PTO at proper RPM (540 or 1000 depending on model) to maintain blade speed and to produce a clean cut.

Under certain conditions tractor tires may roll down some grass and prevent cutting at the same height as the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce your ground speed but maintain PTO at 540 or 1000 RPM. The lower ground speed will permit grass to rebound partially.

Mowing Tips

Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse.

Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.

Do not stop, start, or change directions sud- denly on slopes.

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(Rev. 9/4/2009) MAN0763 (10/10/2008)

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Contents Batwing Introduction To the DealerTable of Contents General Information SpecificationsBW240HD / BW240HDQ Free Mower Safety Video SafetyTraining Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English/SpanishSafety Rules InstallationTraining PreparationTransportation OperationMaintenance Storage Be Careful Safety & Instructional DecalsPN 1006348 Located on Wheel Rims 1000 RPM Safety Operation Connecting Cutter to TractorOperation Cutting Height Adjustment Hydraulic ConnectionInterference Check CV Driveline Turning LimitsTractor Operation Cutter OperationMowing Tips Cutting Height Normal Mowing WingsShredding TransportingLock-Up Wing Lock-UpPRE-OPERATION Check List Center Section Lock-UpOwner Service Owner ServiceBlocking Method Gearbox Lubrication LubricationDriveline Lubrication Blade Installation Figure Seasonal LubricationBlades Blade Removal FigureSlip Clutch Adjustment Figure Blade SharpeningCleaning Service Tires SafelyShielding Repair Troubleshooting TroubleshootingDealer Service Dealer ServiceGearbox Maintenance Seal Replacement FigureGearbox Repair Disassembly FigureRemoval from Cutter Figure Reinstallation GearboxAssembly DisassemblySplitter Gearbox Repair Figure Removal from Cutter Gearbox Installation Gearbox InspectionCrossbar Removal Crossbar RemovalJoint Disassembly Crossbar InstallationUniversal Joint Repair Joint Assembly Assembly Assembly InstructionsCenter Section Assembly Dealer SET-UP InstructionsInstall Height Adjustment Cylinder Install SMV EmblemInstall Spring Wheel Arms Install TongueInstall 3-Joint Drive 540 RPM Only Joint Drive InstallationInstall CV Drive Optional Install Wing Cylinder & Transport lockWing Assembly Install WingInstall Wing Wheel Yoke Wing Cylinder & Wing Transport Lock InstallationInstall Wing Driveline Install Wing Wheel Yoke Adjustment LinkFill Gearboxes Install Tandem Wheel Assembly Wing Install Tandem Wheel Assembly CenterOptional Equipment Install Chain or Belt Shielding Chain Shielding Installation Center SectionBelt Shielding Installation Center Section Winch Kit Installation Belt Shielding Installation Right WingDealer Check Lists Dealer Check ListsPRE-DELIVERY Check List Delivery Check ListParts BW240HD, BW240HDQMain Frame Assembly Front Section Part Main Frame Assembly Rear Section 1027070 Center wheel yoke 57050 Access hole cover 10475 Right Wing Shown REF Part QTY Description Wing & Center Gearbox Assembly 540 RPM 1000 RPM Splitter Gearbox Assembly Part QTY DescriptionCenter Deck Drive Assembly Front 3-JOINT Drive Assembly Equal Angle 540 only Rear 3-JOINT Drive Assembly Equal Angle RPM Front CV Drive RPM 1-3/8 21-Splined RPM 1-3/4 20-SplinedWing Drive Assembly Bolt Wheel & Tire Assembly Rubber Shielding Center Section Standard Rubber Shielding Wing Standard Chain 7 link 5496 Chain Shielding Wing Optional Single ROW Double ROW Tandem Axle Wheel Yoke Optional Hydraulic Cylinders Crossbar Puller Optional Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke Control KITWinch KIT Optional Winch Kit OperationBW240HD Shredder KIT Optional This KIT does not FIT BW240Parts Bolt Torque Chart SAE Series Torque ChartAppendix Metric SeriesBolt Size Chart AbbreviationsIndex IndexWarranty Warranty