OPERATION
OPERATION
6. SETTING THE MOWER
Properly setting the cutting height is essential for efficient and safe operation. A properly set mower will make a more uniform cut, distribute clippings more evenly, require minimal tractor work, and follow the contour of
uneven terrain. NOTE: Avoid very low cutting heights, striking the ground with the blades gives the most damaging shock loads and will cause damage to the mower and drive. Blades contacting the ground may cause objects to be thrown out from under the mower deck. Always avoid operating the mower at a height which causes the blades to contact the ground.
Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted
component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even death.
6.1 Roller Height Adjustment
Standard Duty
1.The mower’s cutting height is set by positioning the roller assembly for each mower section. Each section must be set at the same height to ensure an even cut across the entire width of the mower.
2.Place the tractor and mower on a level surface and completely lower the mower to the ground.
3.Shut down the tractor, place the transmission in park, and set the parking brake before dismounting.
4.One section at a time, place lifting device (scissors jack or hydraulic jack) under center of cutter housing.
5.Remove hex nuts, washers and carriage bolts from brackets at each end of roller. Make certain that roller bracket is free to move once the fasteners are removed. A stuck roller could drop unexpectedly and cause injury.
6.For Standard Duty flails, use lifting device to reposition cutter housing to desired cutting height. Align bracket holes with cutter housing, then reinstall hardware.
7.For Heavy Duty flails, loosen the Adjustment rod lock nut and adjust height by turning the Adjustment Rod. Retighten the Adjustment rod lock nut and then reinstall hardware.
8.Lower cutter housing to the ground and remove lifting device.
Side and Rear Flail | Operation Section | Heavy Duty |
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