OPERATION
EAGLE 15 03/09 Operation Section 4-44
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OPERATION

14.1 Tire and Wheels

Laminated Sectional Tires are designed for conditions where puncture proof performance is required and
the mower will not be transported for long distances on roadways. Transport speed for laminated tires should
not exceed 20 MPH. Excessive speed can cause damage to the machine and tire sections. Laminated tires
must be installed such that the rubber segments lay with the ground.
Foam Filled used Airplane Tires are ideal for conditions where a puncture proof tire is needed and the
mower is frequently transported between locations.
Pneumatic Tires Implement tires are ideal for frequent long distance towing, ho wever, they are not punctur e
proof and are not recommended for mowing brushy areas or other conditions that could damage the tires.
Check side wall of tire for proper inflation pressure. DO NOT over-inflate. OPS-R-0035

14.2 Transporting on Public Roadways

Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and mower on public roadways. The tractor
must be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning
lights to alert drivers of the tractor’s presence. Remember that roadways are primarily designed for
automotive drivers and most drivers will not be looking out for you, therefore, you must look out for them.
Check your side view mirrors frequently and remember that vehicles will approach quickly because of the
tractor ’s slower speed . Be extremely cautio us when the piece of equipment that you are towing is wider than
the tractor tire width and/or extends beyond your lane of the road.
Make sure that a proper size safety tow chain is secured between the tractor, flex arm and mower before
entering a public road. Secur e the center sectio n at a sa fe tran sport h eight by placin g additional stroke contro l
spacers on the center axle cylinder and then lower the mower. Secure the mower wings in the raised position
with the transport lock braces. OPS-R-0036
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which exceeds the weight of the Implement by at least 20%. DO NOT
tow the Imp leme nt be hind a truc k or ot her t ype o f vehic le. N ever tow the
Implement and another Implement connected in tandem. Never tow the
Implement at speeds over 20 MPH. (STI-06)