OPERATION
OPERATION
11.4 PTO RPM and Ground Speed
Ground speed for mowing will depend upon the height, type, and density of vegetation to be cut. Recommended speed for efficient mower performance is between 2 and 5
Ground speed is achieved by transmission gear selection and not by the engine operating speed. The operator may be required to experiment with several gear range combinations to determine the best gear and range which provides the most ideal performance from the mower and most efficient tractor operation. As the severity of cutting conditions increase, the ground speed should be decreased by selecting a lower gear to maintain the proper operating PTO speed.
Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO speeds can cause Implement driveline or blade failures resulting in serious injury or death.
11.5 Operating the Mower
Only operate the mower from the tractor operator’s seat with the seatbelt securely fastened on a ROPS or cab equipped tractor. The mower is designed for cutting grass and small weeds. Sharp blades will produce a cleaner cut and require less power. Travel at a speed that allows the mower sufficient time to cut through the vegetation and maintain the PTO operating speed to prevent overloading the mower and tractor. Choose a driving pattern that provides the maximum pass length and minimizes turning. Stay alert and watch for trees, low hanging limbs, power lines, and other overhead obstacles and solid ground objects while you are operating.
Under some conditions, tractor tires may roll vegetation down preventing a cut at the same height as the surrounding area. To minimize this problem, reduce the tractor ground speed while maintaining the operating speed of the mower. A slower ground speed allows grasses to partially rebound and be cut. Reversing the direction of travel may also help produce a cleaner cut in these conditions.
Avoid mowing in the reverse direction. If the mower must be backed to access an area to cut, make sure there are no persons or other foreign debris behind the mower before mowing in reverse. When mowing in reverse, operate the tractor and mower at a reduced ground speed to ensure control of the tractor and mower is maintained.
Do not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors with the windows closed.
Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least 100 yards(90 m) in front and to the sides of the tractor and mower. Make sure that you can clearly see and identify passersby, steep slopes, ditches,
TX235 02/07 | Operation Section |
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