Woods Equipment 7000, 7192, 7194, 7195, 7200, 7205 manual Operating Techniques, Operating Tips

Operation Cont’d

Operating Techniques

1.Proper ground speed will depend upon the ter- rain, the height, type, and density of material to be cut.

2.Normally, ground speed will range from two to five mph. Tall dense material should be cut at a low speed; thin medium-height material can be cut at a faster ground speed.

3.Always operate tractor mid-PTO at 2000 rpm. This is necessary to maintain proper blade speed and produce a clean cut.

4.Under certain conditions, tractor tires may roll some grass down and prevent it from being cut at the same height as the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce your ground speed, but maintain 2000 rpm mid-PTO speed. The lower ground speed will permit grass to at least partially rebound.

5.Under some conditions, grass will not rebound enough to be cut evenly. In general, lower cutting heights give a more even cut with less tendency to leave tire tracks. However, it is better to cut grass fre- quently rather than too short. Short grass deteriorates rapidly in hot weather and invites weed growth during growing seasons. Follow local recommendations for the suitable cutting height in your area.

6.When operating the mower, move the hydraulic control valve to the float position. This will allow the mower to follow ground contours.

Operating Tips

1.Extremely tall material should be cut twice. Set mower at a higher cutting height for the first pass. Then cut at desired height at 90 degrees to the first pass.

2.Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts and require less power.

3.Analyze area to be cut to determine the best pro- cedure. Consider height and type of grass and terrain type: hilly, level, or rough.

4.Plan your mowing pattern to travel straight for- ward whenever possible. Mow with uncut grass to the left. This will distribute the clippings over the cut area. Discharging clippings over uncut grass will cause a build-up and may prevent uniform cutting.

5.Use the inside edge of the right front caster wheel as a cutting guide.

6.When transporting unit a long distance, pin all four wheels in position 1 as shown in Figure 1, Cut- ting Height Positions, page 9. Raise mower and engage lock-up.

7.For a professional touch in large open areas, try the mowing pattern in Figure 4. Make two or three passes clockwise to discharge clippings away from bordering objects. Then cut the lawn in half by mow- ing down the center. Turn counter-clockwise to the left at the end of the area over grass previously mowed.

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Figure 4 Mowing Pattern

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