OPERATION
The designed and tested safety of this machine depends on it being operated within the limitations as explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow all safety rules in the manual, on the cutter and on the tractor.
The safe operation of this cutter is the responsibility of the operator, who must be properly trained. The opera- tor should be familiar with the equipment and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the Safety Rules and decals on page 7 through page 12.
Information specific to attaching or operating the mounted or towed unit will be identified in the text. Information applicable to either unit will not be segre- gated.
This cutter is designed for shredding heavy brush, such as prunings in orchards, groves and vineyards. Other applications include topping onion sets and potatoes before harvesting. It may also be used to shred green manure crops, straw and stubble, asparagus residue etc. prior to plowing. Recommended tractor ground speed for most mowing conditions is from 1 to 5 mph. Always operate tractor PTO at 540 rpm.
DANGER
Full chain shielding, designed to reduce the possibility of thrown objects, 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 shielding, operation must be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet.
WARNING
Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.
Keep bystanders away from equipment.
Before performing any service or maintenance, lower equipment to ground or block securely, turn off engine, remove key, and disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.
On
Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance.
CAUTION
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy,
Make sure
Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming operation.
TRACTOR STABILITY
WARNING
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 a loader, front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.
ATTACHING MOUNTED CUTTER TO TRACTOR
WARNING
Make sure
MD80 Mounting
Standard Category 1 mounting pins are used when attaching cutter to tractor. Also available for mounting are optional Category 2 pins and a bushing kit.
Check to be sure mounting pins are properly torqued - Category 1: 300
Install tractor lower lift arms over the cutter mounting pins. Attach tractor top link in top hole of cutter A- frame. Use bushing over top link clevis pin when mounting on a Category 2 tractor.
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