Woods Equipment BW126HBQ, BW180HBQ Operation, Connecting Cutter to Tractor, Hydraulic Connection

OPERATION

The designed and tested safety of this machine depends on it being operated within the limitations as explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow all safety rules in the manual, on the cutter and on the tractor.

The safe operation of this cutter is the responsibility of the operator, who must be properly trained. The opera- tor should be familiar with the equipment and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety information on page 7 through page 13.

Recommended tractor ground speed for most condi- tions is from 1 to 6 mph.

Always operate tractor PTO at 540 rpm on BW180HD, BW180HB and BW126HB; on BW180HDQ, BW180HBQ and BW126HBQ operate PTO at 1,000 rpm.

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 children or untrained persons to operate equipment.

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

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

CAUTION

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

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.

CONNECTING CUTTER TO TRACTOR

NOTICE

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

Figure 1. Cutter to Tractor Connection

1.Attach cutter using a 1-1/2" clevis pin and clip.

2.Attach safety tow chain (32) to drawbar support. Leave enough slack for turning (Figure 1).

3.Connect cutter driveline to tractor PTO shaft, making sure the spring-activated lock pin slides freely and is seated in tractor PTO splined groove.

4.Attach driveline shield tether chain to tractor drawbar to prevent rotation.

NOTE: CV driveline does not require a tether chain.

5.Remove parking jack (29) from the tongue and attach it to the storage post on the front of the left wing.

NOTE: Equal Angle Drive Only: With cutting height established, adjust the 3-joint H-frame bearing height so that the front driveline is parallel to the ground.

Hydraulic Connection

1.Inspect hydraulic hoses to ensure they are in good condition.

2.Clean the fittings before connecting them to the tractor hydraulic ports.

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