Woods Equipment DS96, DS120 Operation, Tractor Stability, Connect Cutter To Tractor Pull-Type

OPERATION

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the cutter. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor, and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety rules and safety decals on page 7 to page 13.

This medium-duty cutter is designed for grass and weed mowing and shredding.

Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is from 2 to 5 mph.

Full chain or rubber shielding must be installed when operating in populated areas or other areas where thrown objects could injure people or dam- age property.

•If this machine is not equipped with full chain or rubber shielding, operation must be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet (92 m).

•This shielding is designed to reduce the risk of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec- tive devices cannot prevent all objects from escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).

Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.

Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.

Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper- ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic- ing equipment.

Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming operation.

CAUTION

Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

TRACTOR STABILITY

A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without this weight, front tractor wheels could raise up result- ing in loss of steering. The weight may be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.

Figure 1. Tractor Stability

CONNECT CUTTER TO TRACTOR (PULL-TYPE)

NOTICE

■The horizontal distance between the end of the tractor PTO shaft and the drawbar hitch point should be 14" for 540 RPM cutters. This distance must not vary more than plus or minus (1") or the drive may be damaged when turning.

1.Adjust tractor drawbar to obtain the desired drawbar hitch point distance.

NOTE: On some tractors, a drawbar kit must be used to obtain the required dimension. Check with your tractor dealer for assistance.

2.Install tractor drawbar bracket to the tractor drawbar using cap screw and hex nut.

3.Attach parking jack to cutter tongue. Raise tongue to tractor drawbar height.

4.Place special heat-treated washer between cutter tongue and drawbar.

5.Secure cutter to tractor drawbar with a high- strength drawbar pin 3/4" or larger. Keep pin in place during operation.

6.Attach safety tow chain to drawbar support. Leave enough slack for turning.

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(Rev. 2/6/2009) MAN0390 (Rev. 6/30/2006)