OPERATION
Side and Rear Flail Operation Section 3-16
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OPERATION
• Ensure rubber d eflectors are in position and not
damaged. Repla ce worn , br ok en , an d m issin g
sections immediately.
• Ensure the rollers are in good condition and
rotate freely.
• Ensure the dr ive line inte gr al sh ield is in good
condition and rotate free ly.
• Inspect that all bolts and screws are in position
and are properly torqued. OPS-F- 0004
• Inspect the condition of the side mowers and rear mower drive belts.
• Ensure the slip clutch (rear mower section only) is properly adjusted and
the friction plates are not frozen together. Reference the Maintenance
Section for proper slip clutch maintenance.
• Ensure the slip clu tch shie ld an d dr ive belts shields are in pla ce and in
good repair.
• Ensure the tractor PTO master shield is in place, lowered and in good
condition. OPS-F- 0005_A
• Inspect oil level in gearbox and replenish if
needed. A low oil level is a warning sign that
the gearbox may be cra cke d or its seal is
damaged and needs to be replaced.
• Check the oil level in tank and replenish if
need. NOTE: Do not fill the tank with oil above
the level of the sight gauge. Over filling the
tank with oil after initial filling may result in oil
being discharged thro ugh th e brea ther cap on
the top of the hydraulic tank.
• Perform scheduled lubrication as specified in
the maintenance section. OPS-F- 0006_A