OPERATION

OPERATION

When you get to the end of a pass, slightly raise the mower (2-4”) before turning. Never raise the mower entirely while the blades are turning. If the mower must be raised higher than 12” from ground level, disengage the tractor PTO and wait for all mower rotation to come to a complete stop before proceeding to raise the mower. NEVER raise the mower wings while the blades are turning.

When turning, the angle between the tractor and mower should not be so great that a clattering of the U-joints occurs. Sharp turns can cause premature failure of the joints and place pressure on the tractor PTO shaft and could cause extensive mechanical damage to the mower and tractor.

If the mower is operated in conditions that require frequent sharp turning, the mower should be equipped with a Constant Velocity driveline. CV joints enable the tractor PTO shaft and mower driveline to be angled safely up to 80 degrees with no damage to the mower or driveline. OPS-R-0027

Do not let the Blades turn when the Mower Deck is raised for any reason, including clearance or for turning. Raising the Mower deck exposes the Cutting Blades which creates a potentially serious hazard and could cause serious injury or even death from objects thrown from the Blades. (SRM-07)

Stay alert and watch for trees, low hanging limbs, power lines, and other overhead obstacles and solid ground objects while you are operating. Use care

to avoid hitting these items. OPS-R-0028

FR240-FR162 01/11

Operation Section 4-38

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