Pre-Operation Check List
Operate PTO at 2,000 rpm maximum.
Ensure both side skids, the left side shield and either the discharge chute or right side shield are installed.
No riders are allowed on tractor or mower.
Do not allow children or unqualified persons to operate equipment.
Blades should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks and securely fastened.'
Ensure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition.
Inspect area to be cut and remove stones, branches or other hard objects that might be thrown, causing injury or damage.
Check mower cutting height and attitude adjust- ment.
Check to ensure caster wheels, spindles, drive shaft and universal joints are lubricated.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE I
Mower vlbratlon tends to loosen bolts durlng Operation. All hardware should be checked regularly to malntaln proper torque. It Is a good practice to check mower before each operation to ensure all bolts are secure.
Power for operating mower is supplied by tractor PTO. Do not exceed tractor manufacturer's rated PTO speed of 2,000 rprn maximum. Know how to stop tractor and mower quickly in case of an emergency.
Should mower become plugged, causing belt to slip, immediately'maneuver equipment into a previously cut area and allow mower to clear accumulated material. Continue running at leas1 two minutes, allowing pulleys to cool. Stopping the mower with belt in contact with a very hot pulley will bake and ruin belt.
Stop mower and tractor Immediately upon striking an obstructlon. Turn off engine, remove key, Inspect and repair any damage before resuming Operation.
Operating Technique
Proper ground speed will depend upon the terrain and the height, type and density of material to be cut.
Normally, ground speed will range from two to five. mph. Tall dense material should be cut at a low speed; thin
Always operate tractor PTO at 2,000 rpm. This is necessary to maintain proper blade speed and produce a clean cut.
Under certain conditions, tractor tires may roll some grass down and prevent it from being cut at the same height as the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce your ground speed, but maintain 2,000 rpm PTO speed. The lower ground speed will permit grass to at least partially rebound.
Under some conditions, grass will not rebound enough to be cut even. In general, lower cutting heights give a more even cut with less tendency to leave tire tracks. However, it is better to cut grass frequently rather than too short. Short grass deteriorates rapidly in hot weather and invites weed growth during growing seasons. Follow local recommendations for the suitable cutting height in your area.
Tips
Extremely tall material should be cut twice. Set mower at a higher cutting height for the first pass. Then cut at desired height at 90" to the first pass.
Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts and require less power.
Analyze area to be cut to determine the best pro- cedure. Consider height and type of grass and terrain type: hilly, level or rough.
Plan your mowing pattern to travel straight forward whenever possible. Mow with uncut grass to the left. This will distribute the clippings over the cut area. Discharging clippings over uncut grass will cause a buildup and may prevent uniform cutting.
Inspect area to be cut and remove stones, branches or other hard objects that might be thrown, causing injury or damage.
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