Woods Equipment DS1260, DSO1260 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 pages 7 to 13.

This heavy-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 (1000 RPM on Q Series cutters). 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.

Safety tow chain must be hooked-up to both the implement and tractor during operation or trans- port. A loose, dragging chain could be struck by the blades causing serious injury.

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, tractor could tip over, causing personal injury or death. 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

■For tractors with a 1-3/8" diameter PTO shaft, the horizontal distance from end of tractor PTO shaft to center of drawbar pin should be 14" for the 540 rpm cutter and 16" for the 1000 rpm cutter. Tractors with a 1-3/4" 20-spline PTO shaft should be set to 20". This will minimize joint knock and damage to drive components.

1.Adjust tractor drawbar to obtain the desired drawbar-to-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.Attach parking jack to cutter tongue. Raise tongue to tractor drawbar height.

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

4.Loop safety tow chain around tractor drawbar support. Secure the hook to a chain link that allows enough slack for proper hitch articulation.

14 Operation MAN0571 (Rev. 6/15/2007)