TO THE OWNER: Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and be- come acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate.
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BE SAFE! BE ALERT! BE ALIVE! BE TRAINED Before Operating Mowers! Safety Training Does Make a Difference. ASSOCIATION OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS Watch a Mower Safety Video Online The AEM (Association of Equipment Manufacturers) offers a safety training video, Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices. The 22-minute video can be viewed online for free at TheAEMStore, https://youtu.be/uEWXsDqhDq0 It reinforces the proper procedures to follow while operating your mowing...
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Also, available from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers: A large variety of training materials (ideal for groups) are available for a nominal charge from AEM. Following is a partial list: Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English Contains: DVD & VHS (English) Guidebook for Rotary Mowers/Cutters (English) AEM Industrial/Agricultural Mower Safety Manual (English) AEM Agricultural Tractor Safety Manual (English)
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! ■ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar Safety is a primary concern in the design and man- slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO ufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts spline groove.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! OPERATION ■ Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse. ■ To avoid damage to cutter or driveline, make sure driveline holder is properly stored before ■...
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! TRANSPORTATION ■ Your dealer can supply original equipment hy- draulic accessories and repair parts. Substitute ■ Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts parts may not meet original equipment specifi- to come to a complete stop.
Replace safety decals if they are missing or illegible. Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.
OPERATION The operator is responsible for the safe operation TRACTOR STABILITY of the cutter. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor, WARNING and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety rules and safety decals on page 7 to page 11.
3. Attach the tractor’s top link to the upper hole of the A-Frame bars (6). Secure with the heavy-duty top If driveline is too short, please call your Woods dealer link pin and retaining pin supplied with the tractor for a longer driveline.
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF SHORTENING DRIVELINE DRIVELINE (TRACTOR PTO) 1. Move mower up and down to measure the shortest possible distance between tractor PTO shaft and gearbox input shaft. CAUTION 2. Separate driveline into two halves and connect ■ To avoid damage to cutter or driveline, make them to the tractor PTO and gearbox.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Refer to Figure 10. WARNING ■ Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance. ■ Avoid low cutting heights. Striking the ground with blades produces one of the most damaging shock loads a cutter can encounter. Allowing blades to contact ground repeatedly will cause damage to cutter and drive.
TRACTOR TOP LINK BREAK LINK LIFT ARMS TAILWHEEL HEIGHT TAILWHEEL ARM ADJUSTMENT BRACKET SKID SHOE CD9052 GROUND Figure 10. Cutting Height Adjustment SHREDDING MATERIAL HEIGHT PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST ADJUSTMENT (OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY) For shredding, set the cutter lower at rear. Determine Review and follow all safety rules and safety de- how much lower to set the rear by experimenting in dif- cal instructions on page 7 through page 11.
OPERATING TECHNIQUE TRANSPORTING 1. Power for operating the cutter is supplied by the trac- ■ Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts tor PTO. Operate PTO at 540 RPM. Know how to to come to a complete stop. Raise the tractor stop the tractor and cutter quickly in an emergency.
OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators 2. Consider the overall stability of the blocked unit. who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help, Just placing jackstands underneath will not ensure your dealer has trained service technicians available. your safety.
Blade Installation Follow Original Pattern Refer to Figure 13. CAUTION ■ Your dealer can supply genuine replacement blades. Substitute blades may not meet orig- 1/16" inal equipment specifications and may be dangerous. Maintain Corner ■ Crossbar rotation is counterclockwise when looking down on cutter.
The mower deck and pro- ■ Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of tective devices cannot prevent all objects missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint from escaping the blade enclosure in every of matching color (purchase from your Woods mowing condition.
TROUBLESHOOTING MOWING CONDITIONS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Grass cut lower in center Height of cutter lower Adjust cutter height and attitude of swath than at edge at rear or front so that cutter rear and front are within 1/2" of same height. Streaking conditions in swath Conditions too wet for mowing Allow grass to dry before mowing.
DEALER SERVICE The information in this section is written for dealer ser- Seal Replacement vice personnel. The repair described here requires special skills and tools. If your shop is not properly Recommended sealant for gearbox repair is Permatex ® equipped or your mechanics are not properly trained in Aviation 3D Form-A-Gasket or equivalent.
GEARBOX REPAIR - 14. Inspect vertical and horizontal shafts for grooves, nicks, or bumps in the areas where the seals seat. BB48.30, BB60.30, BB72.30 Resurface any damage with emery cloth. Refer to Figure 17. 15. Inspect housing and caps for cracks or other damage.
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3. Insert upper output bearing cups (25) in the hous- 8. Place ball bearing (21) at back of housing and press ing and press using a round tube with the correct in socket using a round tube of the correct diameter diameter.
SPINDLE GEARBOX REPAIR - BB84.40 16. Inspect gears for broken teeth and wear. Some wear is normal and will show on loaded side. Forged gear Refer to Figure 18. surfaces are rough when new. Check that wear pat- tern is smooth. NOTE: Replacing gears, shafts, bearings, and seals 17.
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3. Insert output bearings (15) in the housing, using a 12. Slide spacer (7) over input shaft (11) and press round tube of the correct diameter and a hand press. bearing onto input shaft (11), using a round tube of the correct diameter and a hand press.
Reinstall Gearbox - BB84.40 7. For removal with a jack, attach tube to each clevis with puller links (7), bolts (2), and nuts (3). Place NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move with- jack on tube with end of jack pressing against gear- out mechanical assistance.
CROSSBAR INSTALLATION UNIVERSAL JOINT REPAIR 1. Using emery cloth (220 or finer), remove surface rust, Loctite and foreign material from hub, splined ® 1. Yoke gearbox, vertical shaft, and crossbar as shown in 2. Bearing cup Figure 21. 3. Retaining ring 4.
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U-Joint Assembly 3. Clamp cup in vise as shown in Figure 26 and tap on yoke to completely remove cup from yoke. Repeat 1. Place seals securely on bearing cups. Insert cup into Step 2 & Step 3 for opposite cup. yoke from outside and press in with hand pressure as far as possible.
Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the from escaping the blade enclosure in every WOODS dealer. It should be delivered to the owner mowing condition. It is possible for objects completely assembled, lubricated and adjusted for nor- to ricochet and escape, traveling as much as mal cutting conditions.
ASSEMBLE CUTTER INSTALL DRIVELINE Refer to Figure 29. Refer to Figure 30. 1. Attach Height Adjustment Plate (8) to rear frame of NOTE: A new slip clutch, or one that has been in stor- cutter deck using carriage bolts (13) and flanged age over the winter, may seize.
INSTALL SAFETY SHIELDING Rear Steel Band Refer to Figure 32. DANGER ■ Full chain shielding must be installed when op- erating in populated areas or other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property. CD9076 • If this machine is not equipped with full chain shielding, operation must be stopped.
1. Install Front Center (1), Right (2), and Left (3) Chain 4. Secure pivots of Arm Weldments (3 & 4) to deck Shield Brackets to front frame of cutter using car- using 5/8 NC x 4 carriage bolts (10) and 5/8 NC riage bolts (6) and flanged lock nuts (7).
DEALER CHECKLISTS DEALER PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST DELIVERY CHECKLIST (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) Show customer how to make adjustments. Inspect cutter thoroughly after assembly to make sure Describe the options available for this cutter and it is set up properly before delivering it to the customer. explain their purpose.
PARTS INDEX BRUSHBULL Rotary Cutters ™ BB48.30 BB60.30 BB72.30 BB84.40 BRUSHBULL™ MAIN ASSEMBLY ......37 - 38 BRUSHBULL™...
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BRUSHBULL MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLY CD9079 40 - COMPLETE DECAL SET 41 - ENGLISH SAFETY DECAL SET 42 - SPANISH SAFETY DECAL SET Parts 37 MAN1289 ( 04/17/2023 ) MAN1289_2023-04.indd 37 MAN1289_2023-04.indd 37 4/18/23 2:58 PM 4/18/23 2:58 PM...
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BRUSHBULL MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 610383RP Skid shoe, left - BB84.40 ----- Deck weldment 71851 .312 NC x 3/4 HFS Gearbox - BB48.30, BB60.30, 1041071 M8 - 1.25P x 16 mm HFS, CL8.8 ----- BB72.30 (see pages 40 - 41) 64803 * 3/16 x 2 cotter pin -----...
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BRUSHBULL HITCH ASSEMBLY 26, 27 CD9080 Tailwheel assembly - BB48.30, PART DESCRIPTION ----- BB60.30, BB72.30 (see page 48) A-frame bar - BB48.30, 608128RP Tailwheel assembly - BB60.30, BB72.30 ----- BB84.40 (see page 48) 610174RP A-frame bar - BB84.40 1026530 Manual tube Break link - BB48.30, 608155RP BB60.30, BB72.30...
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GEARBOX ASSEMBLY - BB48.30, BB60.30, BB72.30 (USED ON MACHINES BUILT SEPTEMBER 2020 AND LATER) Use Silicone Sealer Between Cap and Housing 22 9 BB48.30 CUTTERS 26 20 8 13 12 11 CD7690B BB60.30 AND BB72.30 CUTTERS PART DESCRIPTION 1018330 Output gasket (0.13) Complete gearbox assembly - ----- Lock washer...
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GEARBOX ASSEMBLY - BB48.30, BB60.30, BB72.30 (USED ON MACHINES BUILT PRIOR TO SEPTEMBER 2020) Use Silicone Sealer Between Cap and Housing 22 9 BB48.30 CUTTERS 26 20 8 13 12 11 CD7690B BB60.30 AND BB72.30 CUTTERS PART DESCRIPTION ----- Lock washer Complete gearbox assembly - ----- M10 x 1.5 x 25 cap screw...
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BB84.40 SPINDLE GEARBOX ASSEMBLY (USED ON MACHINES BUILT SEPTEMBER 2020 AND LATER) 1 - Complete Gearbox CD6665-1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 617154RP Complete gearbox 39289 Seal, 50 x 90 x 10 57150 * M8-1.25P x 14 mm HHCS 57338 Screen protection 57076 1/2 Vent plug NSS *...
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BB84.40 SPINDLE GEARBOX ASSEMBLY (USED ON MACHINES BUILT PRIOR TO SEPTEMBER 2020) 1 - Complete Gearbox CD6665-1 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 58803 Complete gearbox 39289 Seal, 50 x 90 x 10 57150 * M8-1.25P x 14 mm HHCS 57338 Screen protection 57076 1/2 Vent plug NSS *...
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BB48.30 & BB60.30 DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY (USED ON MACHINES BUILT SEPTEMBER 2020 OR LATER) CD8872 PART DESCRIPTION 614317 Complete driveline and clutch asy ----- Complete collar yoke C12 1-3/8 - 6 1044050 Lock collar repair kit 1044052 Cross & bearing kit ----- Outer yoke &...
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BB48.30 & BB60.30 DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY (USED ON MACHINES BUILT PRIOR TO SEPTEMBER 2020) CD8871-1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Complete driveline and clutch asy ----- Pressure plate 601749 (For use on gearbox input ----- M10 x 1.5P x 85, HHCS shaft without splines) ----- Clutch spring -----...
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BBXX.30, BB84.40 TAILWHEEL ASSEMBLY CD9058 BBXX.30 TAILWHEEL BB84.40 TAILWHEEL BB48.30, BB60.30, BB72.30 BB84.40 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 608158RP Tailwheel clevis 4674 3/8 x 2 spirol pin 1019636 4 x 8 rim & laminated tire, 4" wide 610171RP Tailwheel clevis 1030522 Hub, 4-bolt 12577 4 x 8 rim &...
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FRONT BELTING & REAR BAND FRONT & REAR CHAIN SHIELDING CD9060 CD9059 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 610108 Rubber deflector 7.50 x 32.50 608161RP Front center chain bracket Rubber deflector 7.50 x 9.00 - 610298RP Front right chain bracket - BB48.30 610109 BB48.30 610294RP...
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DUAL TAILWHEEL ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL) PART DESCRIPTION 610225 Dual tailwheel kit available for BB84.40 610224RP Tube weldment 610222RP Right arm weldment CD9062 610223RP Left arm weldment 610221RP Height adjustment plate ----- Tailwheel assembly 1042108 2 x 3 black plastic plug 610384RP Rear shield extension plate 6100* 1/2 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5...
BOLT TORQUE CHART Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for metric hardware. Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly.
Woods logo are trademarks of Woods Equipment Company. All other trademarks, trade names, or service marks not owned by Woods Equipment Company that appear in this manual are the property of their respective companies or mark holders. Specifications subject to change without notice.
The limited warranty covers any defects in the material and/or workmanship. Following the proper, recommended installation by an authorized Woods Dealer and normal use of a Woods mounting and backhoe or loader, if a tractor incurs damage resulting from the attachment, Woods will cover the existing tractor warranty in the event the manufacturer voids its tractor warranty because of the attachment.
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Woods logo are trademarks of Woods Equipment Company. All other ® trademarks, trade names, or service marks not owned by Woods Equipment Company that appear in this manual are the property of their respec tive companies or mark holders. Specifications subject to change without notice.