Woods Equipment MD80-2 manual Trouble Shooting, Problem Possible Cause Solution

TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
Does not cut	Dull blades	Sharpen blades.
	Worn or broken blades	Replace blades. (Replace in pairs
		only.)
	Ground speed too fast	Reduce ground speed.
	Drive not functioning (blades do	Check drive shaft connection.
	not turn when PTO is running	Check belts. Check gearbox.
	Belt off pulleys	Replace belts. Belts are supplied
		in matched sets only.
	Broken belt; belts not in groove	Replace belts. Check belts for
		uneven stretch.*
	Belts will not stay in groove	Check belt tension. Check belt
		alignment. Ensure idler bearings
		and spindle bearings are in good
		condition and turn freely. Make
		sure spindles are tight and sitting
		straight and secure.
		Shock loading could cause a worn
		belt to jump off grooves. Eliminate
		shock loading my raising cutting
		height.
	Belt tension too loose	Tighten idlers. Belts must be very
		tight.
	Gearbox malfunction	Repair gearbox.
Streaks or gives ragged cut	Broken or worn blades	Replace or sharpen blades.
	Ground speed too fast	Reduce ground speed.
	Excessive cutting height	Lower cutting height. (Note: Set
		height so unit does not frequently
		hit ground.)
	Excessive lush and tall vegetation	Recut at 90-degree to first pass.
Thrown objects	No shielding	Use chain shielding.
Excessive side skid wear	Running with skids continuously	Use check chains and tail wheels.
	on ground	Set skids above ground.

*Check belt for damage by laying it flat on floor. If belt does not lie flat (has humps or twists) this indicates broken or stretched cords. Replace belt.

15914 (Rev. 5/11/2007) Dealer Service 27