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 become acquainted with all the adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! TRANSPORTATION Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an The maximum transport speed for towed machines is 20 mph (32 km/h). operator’s single careless act.
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Your dealer can supply original equipment hydraulic accessories and Do not operate or transport on steep slopes. repair parts. Substitute parts may not meet original equipment specifications Do not stop, start, or change directions suddenly on slopes. and may be dangerous.
SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 1 - SERIAL NUMBER PLATE 4 - PN 18877 2 - PN W5669 3 - PN 12777 10 - PN 57123 RED REAR REFLECTOR 9" 11 - PN 1002940 AMBER FRONT REFLECTOR 9"...
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! (Safety Decals continued from previous page) 7 - PN 18865 5 - PN 1003751 6 - PN 15503 9 - PN 18864 12 - PN 1004114 8 - PN 18866 (Safety Decals continued on next page) Safety 7...
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Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.eu, or call +32 10 301111 in Belgium.
OPERATION The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the cutter. The operator CONNECT CUTTER TO TRACTOR (PULL-TYPE) must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the trac- tor, and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety rules and NOTICE safety decals on page 4 to page 8.
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There must be at least 101.6 mm (4 inches) of overlap. If the driveline is too short (less than 101.6 mm (4") overlap) contact your Woods dealer for a Figure 2.
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Cut the shield to the overall dimension. Figure 4. 101.6 mm (4 Inch) Minimum Overlap Set the two U-joints to the minimum distance measured (this is the cutters high- est point) and check to see if the driveline bottoms out. If driveline is too long follow the instructions to shortening the drive.
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Pull-Type Units Blades must be moved in pairs. Never use one new blade and one used blade on a crossbar. To adjust cutter for normal mowing, select a cutting height (example: 101.6 mm (4-inches). Blades are approximately 31.8 mm (1-1/4") above bottom of cutter. TRACTOR OPERATION Dimension A plus 31.8 mm (1-1/4") equals cutting height.
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Before entering an area, analyze it to determine the best procedure. Consider On Pull-Type Cutters: the height and type of material to be cut and the terrain type (hilly, level or Raise cutter and block securely. Block wheels and raise tongue with rough, etc.).
OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators who possess basic Consider the overall stability of the blocked unit. Just placing jackstands mechanical skills. If you need help, your dealer has trained service technicians underneath will not ensure your safety. available.
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(27), blade pin lock clip (13), keyhole plate (12), and shims (10 & 11). Carefully drive blade pin (9) out of crossbar. DS8.30E - 3-Point Mounted Rotate crossbar (5) and repeat for opposite blade. Turn off tractor engine and remove key.
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DS8.30E 3-Point Mounted DS8.30E Pull-Type DS10.40E Pull-Type DS10.40E 3-Point Mounted 1. Flange yoke 2. Friction disc 3. Hub, 1-3/8" round bore 4. Thrust plate 5. Belleville spring plate 6. 10 mm x 1.5P x 55 mm Cap screw 7. 10 mm x 1.5P Hex nut Figure 14.
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Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged parts. ● Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of matching color (purchase from your Woods dealer). ● Replace any safety decals that are missing or not readable (supplied free by your Woods dealer).
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Does not cut Dull blades Sharpen blades. Worn or broken blades Replace blades. (Replace in pairs only.) Incorrect PTO speed Set at rated PTO speed. Ground speed too fast Reduce ground speed. Drive not functioning (blades do not turn Check drive shaft connection.
DEALER SERVICE The information in this section is written for dealer service personnel. The GEARBOX REPAIR - DS8.30E repair described here requires special skills and tools. If your shop is not prop- (Figure 19) erly equipped or your mechanics are not properly trained in this type of repair,...
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M8 x 1.5 x 25 Cap screw Bearing Cup and Cone Shim Kit Figure 19. DS8.30E Gearbox Assembly SPINDLE GEARBOX REPAIR - DS10.40E Support gearbox in hand press and push on input shaft (11) to remove bearing (23). Refer to Figure 20.
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Inspect gears for broken teeth and wear. Some wear is normal and will Slide output shaft (19) through both bearings (15) until it rests against show on loaded side. Forged gear surfaces are rough when new. Check bearing (6). that wear pattern is smooth. Slide shim (5) over output shaft (19).
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Gearbox housing Cap screw 8 mm x 14 (8.8) Vent plug Top cover Shim kit Crown gear Bearing cup & cone Cotter pin B6 x 60 mm Snap ring 10. Seal 11. Input shaft 12. Castle nut, metric M30 x 1.5 13.
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SPLITTER GEARBOX REPAIR Remove oil seals (11) (to be replaced) from both sides of cross shaft (4). NOTE: Replacing gears, shafts, bearings, and seals may not be cost effective. Remove eight cap screws (3) from around gearbox cover (12) and Purchasing a complete gearbox may be more economical.
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Bushing M16-2.0P x 65 mm HHCS M16-2.0P x 90 mm HHCS M16-2.0P Lock nut M8 x 1.0P Grease fitting Complete Flex Coupler Drive, DS8.30E Complete Flex Coupler Drive, DS10.40E Figure 22 . Side Drive Assembly CROSSBAR REMOVAL Remove cotter pin (20) and castle nut (19) from bottom of crossbar.
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CROSSBAR INSTALLATION Using emery cloth (220 or finer), remove surface rust, and foreign material from hub, splined gearbox vertical shaft, and crossbar. See Figure 25. Figure 25. Example of Crossbar and Gearbox Shaft Install crossbar (5) on splined shaft. Install washer (18), castle nut (19), and cotter pin (20).
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Figure 26 . Crossbar Timing - Bottom View UNIVERSAL JOINT REPAIR With snap rings removed, support drive in vise, hold yoke in hand and tap on yoke to drive cup up out of yoke. See Figure 29. Yoke Cup and bearing Snap ring Journal cross Figure 27...
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SERVICING TIRES SAFELY Used Aircraft Tires (Figure 33) WARNING Figure 31 . Remove Cups Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to perform the job. U-JOINT ASSEMBLY Place seals securely on bearing cups. Insert cup into yoke from outside Always maintain the correct tire pressure.
Assembly of options may not apply to all units. Raise front of cutter and install parking jack (14) vertically to tongue. Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the Woods dealer. It should be delivered to the owner completely assembled, lubricated, and adjusted for Install Hydraulic Cylinder and Hose normal cutting conditions.
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14. Parking jack 15. Hydraulic cylinder Figure 34. DS8.30E & DS10.40E Pull-Type Assembly ASSEMBLE DS8.30E & DS10.40E 3-POINT MOUNTED Install A-Frame CUTTER Attach front A-frame bars (1) to square holes on inner mast plates using carriage bolts (32), bushing sleeves (8), flat washers (35) and flanged Refer to Figure 35.
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13.Tailwheel arm 31. 5/8 NC x 2 HHCS 3. Lift arm 14.Tailwheel clevis 32. 5/8 NC x 2 Carriage bolt (DS8.30E 4. Sleeve, 16.7 mm x 31.8 mm x 101.6 mm (.66 15.4 x 8 Rim & laminated tire only) x 1.25 x 4.00)
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------- * 1/2 Flat washer 1040653 Sleeve, 16.8 mm x 31.8 mm x 101.6 mm (.66 x 1.25 x 4.00) (DS8.30E) -or- 300300 * 1/2 NC x 1 HHCS, GR5 1040703 Sleeve,19.1 mm x 31.8 mm x 101.6 mm (...
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DS8.30E SPLITTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 1043025 Complete gearbox Spacer, 41.5 x 47.5 x 8.3 Gearbox housing Snap ring, 40 x 2.5 Retaining ring 20890 Ball bearing, 6207 1032401 Seal, 35 x 72 x 10 M8 Lock washer Through shaft M8-1.25P x 16mm HHCS...
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DS10.40E SPLITTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 1008192 Complete gearbox 12 1008136 Cover 1008130 Lock nut 13 1008148 Bearing cup and cone 39274 * 16 M10 x 1.5 x 22 mm Cap screw 14 1008149 Input shaft 1-3/4 20 spline 1008131 Through shaft 1-3/4 20 spline 15 1008151...
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DS8.30E SPINDLE GEARBOX ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION A 1032585RP Gearbox repair assembly 16 1018328RP Output seal Housing 1038357 Output cap 1019632 Inspection cover Output bearing spacer 22 Tooth gear Output shaft and pinion 4 1018327RP Input seal 20 1018326RP...
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DS10.40E SPINDLE GEARBOX ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 58803 Complete gearbox 39289RP Seal, 50 x 90 x 10 57150 * M8-1.25P x 14 mm HHCS 57338 Screen protection 57076 1/2 Vent plug NSS * Cotter pin, B4 x 55 mm 57139 Cover 57191...
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Tongue, WA (DS10.40E) 19.1 mm ID x 50.8 mm OD x 9.53 mm 1040721 8424 (3/4 ID x 2 OD x 3/8) Washer 1038933 Hitch, Cat 1 clevis (DS8.30E) -or- 3443 Hydraulic hose holder 1038085RP Hitch, Cat 2 clevis (DS10.40E) 12296...
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WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1017050RP Heavy hub assembly 1017088 381 mm (15") Rim for pneumatic tire - (includes items 1 through 15) 5 bolt -or- 1017034RP Heavy wheel hub with cups 1017040 152.4 mm x 228.6 mm (6.00 x 9) (includes items 6, 7, 14) Solid tire, rim &...
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DS8.30E / DS10.40E CHAIN SHIELDING DS8.30E DS10.40E REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 1043038 Front chain bracket 1043048 Front chain bracket 1043039 Rear chain bracket 1043049 Rear chain bracket 1043037 Front reflector bracket w/reflector 1043037 Front reflector bracket w/reflector 3994 A/R 5/16 - 5 Link chain...
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HYDRAULIC CYLINDER STROKE CONTROL KIT PART DESCRIPTION 24098 Stroke control set for 31.8 mm (1-1/4") cylinder rod (contains items 2 - 5) – – – – 38.1 mm (1-1/2") Segment – – – – 31.8 mm (1-1/4") Segment – – – – 25.4 mm (1") Segment –...
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REPLACEABLE SKID SHOES (OPTIONAL) PART DESCRIPTION 1042775 Kit, bolt-on skid shoes 1 1042776RP Skid shoe 21636 3/8 NC x 1-1/4 Clipped head plow bolt 14350RP * 3/8 NC Flanged lock nut * Standard Hardware - Obtain Locally 48 Parts MAN1256 (3/23/2018)
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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.
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BOLT SIZE CHART NOTE: Chart shows bolt thread sizes and corresponding head (wrench) sizes for standard SAE and metric bolts. SAE Bolt Thread Sizes 5/16 Metric Bolt Thread Sizes 10MM 12MM 14MM 16MM 18MM ABBREVIATIONS AG .............. Agriculture MPa ............Mega Pascal ASABE ....American Society of Agricultural &...
INDEX ASSEMBLY Blade Selection 13 Connect Cutter to Tractor - Mounted Assemble - DS8.30E & DS10.40E Pull-Type Cutter 29 DS8.30E Category 1 Standard Hitch 10 Install Attitude Rod 29 DS8.30E Category 2 Standard Hitch 10 Install H-Frame & CV Drive 29 DS8.30E Category 1 &...
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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 respective companies or mark holders. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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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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