Whirlwind WW60-10001 manual Detaching and Storing, Before Operating or Transporting this Mower

OPERATION

DETACHING AND STORING

Lower the Mower to the Ground. Park the Tractor with the transmission in the correct gear (Automatic Transmission--Park; Standard Transmission-- Neutral). Set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key, Wait until the PTO stops rotating before getting down from the tractor.

Disconnect the driveline from the tractor PTO and store it to prevent it from contacting the ground.

Always reinstall the Master Shield over the tractor PTO Shaft. This shield should always remain in place except when connecting or disconnecting driveline.

FIGURE 2

BEFORE OPERATING OR TRANSPORTING THIS MOWER

Always display this SMV emblem (FIGURE 2) on the rear of the tractor transporting this mower where it is clearly visible to oncoming traffic. Prominent display of this symbol will help the operator avoid accidents which could cause injury or possibly death.

DRIVELINE LENGTH CHECK PROCEDURE

WARNING! A loose shaft could slip off and result in personal injury or dfamage to cutter. When attaching PTO yoke to tractor PTO shaft, it is important that spring activated locking collar slides freely and locking balls are seated in groove on PTO shaft.

WARNING! Before operating cutter, check to make sure the driveline will not bottom out or become disengage.

* Disengage the Driveline from the tractor PTO Shaft.

* Slide the Driveline together until it "bottoms out" solidly. 1/8 INCH

*Apply colored tape to the Inner Shield 1/8" from the end of the Outer Shield. FIGURE 3

*Re-attach the Driveline to the PTO Shaft.

COLORED TAPE

FIGURE 3

Driveline in maximum compressed position

WHIRLWIND 08/01	Operation Section 4-5
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.

OPERATION