Figure 1A. Attitude Rod Adjustment
Cutting Height (Normal Mowing) - Wings
1.Lower wings to normal mowing position.
2.Loosen the jam nut on the adjustable link (turn buckle).
3.Lengthening the link will raise the wing, shortening the link will lower the wing. The rear edge of the wing should be parallel to the ground.
4.Make sure jam nuts are tightened once wing is leveled.
When using the cutter to shred, the rear of the cutter deck should be approximately 1/2" to 1" lower than the front.
NOTE: Equal Angle Drive Only: With the cutting height established, adjust the driveline carrier bearing in the
TRACTOR OPERATION
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.
Use care when operating around tree limbs and other low objects. Avoid being knocked off tractor and being injured.
The cutter is operated with tractor controls. Engage the PTO at a low rpm to prevent excessive loads on the
cutter drive system. Increase throttle to recommended PTO operating RPM.
Be sure operator is familiar with all controls and can stop tractor and cutter quickly in an emergency. The operator should give complete, undivided attention to operating tractor and cutter.
CUTTER OPERATION
When beginning operation of the cutter, make sure that all persons are in a safe location.
Power for operating the cutter is supplied by the tractor PTO. Operate PTO at 540 (1000 RPM for "Q" models).
Know how to stop the tractor and cutter quickly in an emergency.
Engage PTO at a low engine, rpm to minimize stress on the drive system and gearbox.
With PTO engaged, raise PTO speed to 540 or 1000 RPM depending on model and maintain throughout cutting operation.
Gearbox protection is provided by a slip clutch with replacement fiber disc. The slip clutch is designed to slip when excessive torsional loads occur.
Move slowly into material. Adjust tractor ground speed to provide a clean cut without lugging the tractor engine.
Use a slow ground speed for better shredding.
Proper ground speed will depend on the terrain and the material’s height, type, and density.
Normally, ground speed will range from 2 to 5 mph. Tall, dense material should be cut at a low speed; thin,
Always operate tractor PTO at proper RPM (540 or 1000 depending on model) to maintain blade speed and to produce a clean cut.
Under certain conditions tractor tires may roll down some grass and prevent cutting at the same height as the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce your ground speed but maintain PTO at 540 or 1000 RPM. The lower ground speed will permit grass to rebound partially.
Mowing Tips
Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not stop, start, or change directions sud- denly on slopes.
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(Rev. 9/4/2009) MAN0763 (10/10/2008)
