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ROTARY CUTTER
BB600X
BB720X
BB840X
BB840XQ
BB840XP
Serial Number 1127329 & Above

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  • Page 1 BRUSHBULL ROTARY CUTTER BB600X BB720X BB840X BB840XQ BB840XP Serial Number 1127329 & Above...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    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 adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........2 SPECIFICATIONS.

  • Page 4: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 3-Point Hitch........Category I / II Cutting Height .

  • Page 5: Safety Video Order Form

    Safety Video Order Form 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.
  • Page 6 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)

  • Page 7: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IF FLUID Safety is a primary concern in the design and ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY. manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our  Never allow children or untrained persons to efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped operate equipment.
  • Page 8 SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  Operate only in daylight or good artificial light. (Safety Rules continued from previous page)  Inspect chain, rubber, or steel band shielding  Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from before each use.
  • Page 9 SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  imum transport speed. Doing so could result in: Make certain all movement of equipment com- ponents has stopped before approaching for ser- • Loss of control of the implement and tractor vice.

  • Page 10: Safety Decals

    SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 1 - SERIAL NUMBER PLATE 12 - PN 57123 RED REFLECTOR 9" 8 - PN1006682 DANGER DANGER ROTATING DRIVELINE ROTATING BLADES AND THROWN OBJECTS CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH KEEP AWAY! Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is running.
  • Page 11 SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 3 - PN1006681 PN1006348 (See Figure 16) EXPLOSION WARNING WARNING HAZARD RELEASE ALL AIR PRESSURE BEFORE LOOSENING BOLTS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. MAX.
  • Page 12 Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637. 12 Safety...

  • Page 13: Operation 13

    OPERATION The operator is responsible for the safe operation of equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; the cutter. The operator must be properly trained. and respirator or filter mask where appropriate. Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor, Tractor Stability and all safety practices before starting operation.
  • Page 14 (10) on the inside of rear lug (9). height possible. 6. Use the second hole on the end of the brace arm If driveline is too short, please call your Woods dealer and secure using cap screws (20) and flange lock for a longer driveline.
  • Page 15 Shortening Driveline 5. Cut the shield to the overall dimension. NOTICE ■ If attaching with quick hitch, the distance between the tractor PTO and gearbox input shaft will increase. Please follow the steps as you would for a 3-point hitch to insure proper engagement. 1.
  • Page 16 DRIVELINE INTERFERENCE CHECK mately 11.5" below the deck. To check cutting height, do the following: 1. Check for clearance between driveline and cutter a) Place a straight edge along top edge of deck. deck. b) Select a cutting height; as an example, for an 2.
  • Page 17 To Remove: Hydraulic Connection 1. Inspect hydraulic hoses to ensure they are in good Hold driveline into position, pull locking collar back, and condition. slide driveline off tractor PTO shaft. 2. Clean the fittings before connecting them to the tractor hydraulic ports. 3.
  • Page 18 DRIVELINE ADJUSTMENT Gearbox protection is provided by a slip clutch with replacement fiber disc. The slip clutch is designed BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) to slip when excessive torsional loads occur. With the cutting height established, adjust the driveline 3. Move slowly into material. Adjust tractor ground carrier bearings in the H-frames so that the front drive- speed to provide a clean cut without lugging the line is parallel to the ground with cutter in cutting posi-...
  • Page 19 PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST ___ Check that blades are sharp and secure and cutting edge is positioned to lead in a counter- (OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY) clockwise rotation. ___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety ___ Check that shields and guards are properly decal instructions on page 7 through page 12.

  • Page 20: Owner Service

    OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators 4. The working surface must be level and solid to who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help, support the weight on the jackstands. Make sure your dealer has trained service technicians available. jackstands are stable, both top and bottom.
  • Page 21 1. Front U-joint (Mounted)- - - - 8 hrs. 2. Slip joint (apply grease to square shaft) - - - - - - - - - 8 hrs. 3. Rear U-joint (Mounted) - - - - 8 hrs. 4. Gearbox - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Daily 5.
  • Page 22 3. Align crossbar assembly (3) with blade access hole SLIP CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT in cutter frame. Apply a liberal coating of Never Mounted Cutters & BB840XP S/N 1127329 ® Seez or equivalent to blade pin and crossbar & Above (Figure 14) hole.
  • Page 23 5. If clutch does not slip freely, disassemble and clean compressed to a height of 1-7/16", not including the flange yoke (1), clutch hub (3), drive plate (4), washer (9). The minimum spring height is 1.36". drive plate (5), and thrust plate faces (6). See Figure 15.
  • Page 24 SHIELDING REPAIR Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to perform the job. ANGER Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an ...
  • Page 25 Remove the remainder using a low-pressure water ● Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of spray. missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of matching color (purchase from your Woods 1. Be careful when spraying near scratched or torn dealer).

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING MOWING CONDITIONS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Grass cut lower in center of Height of cutter lower at rear or Adjust cutter height and attitude so swath than at edge front that cutter rear and front are within 1/2" of same height. See Cutting Height Adjustment (Mounted Cut- ter), page 16.
  • Page 27 NOTES Troubleshooting 27 MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

  • Page 28: Dealer Service

    DEALER SERVICE The information in this section is written for dealer ser- Leakage can occur at the vertical or horizontal gaskets vice personnel. The repair described here requires and shaft seals. special skills and tools. If your shop is not properly equipped or your mechanics are not properly trained in Leakage at the horizontal gasket or seal can be this type of repair, you may be time and money ahead...
  • Page 29 Vertical Shaft Repair 5. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it runs out the level plug. Refer to Figure 18. 6. Remove and replace any seal damaged in installation. 1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the gearbox.
  • Page 30 GEARBOX REPAIR Forged gear surfaces are rough when new. Check that wear pattern is smooth. Remove Gearbox from Cutter 16. Inspect vertical and horizontal shafts for grooves, nicks, or bumps in the areas where the seals seat. Refer to Figure 18. Resurface any damage with emery cloth.
  • Page 31 13. Slide shim (13) over input shaft (3) and secure with snap ring (10). 14. Check input shaft end float by moving the input shaft (3) by hand. If end float is higher than 0.012", insert shim between input shaft (3) and rear bearing (7).
  • Page 32 CROSSBAR INSTALLATION UNIVERSAL JOINT REPAIR Using emery cloth (220 or finer), remove surface ® rust, Loctite and foreign material from hub, splined gearbox, vertical shaft, and crossbar as shown in Figure 20. 1. Yoke 2. Bearing cup 3. Retaining ring 4.
  • Page 33 3. Clamp cup in vise as shown in Figure 25 and tap pressure with vise, squeezing in as far as possible. on yoke to completely remove cup from yoke. Tapping the yoke will help. Repeat Step 2 & 3 for opposite cup. 2.
  • Page 34 increase in air pressure and result in a tire explosion. Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel. When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and an exten- sion hose long enough to allow you to stand to the side —...

  • Page 35: Assembly Instructions

    Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the tive devices cannot prevent all objects from Woods dealer. If should be delivered to the owner com- escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing pletely assembled, lubricated, and adjusted for normal condition.
  • Page 36 Disassemble Shipping Unit 1. Attach tailwheel bracket (6) to cutter at the tailwheel pivot holes (5B) using cap screw (13) and flange lock nut (14) previously removed. Refer to Figure 29. 2. Select desired height adjustment holes (10), and 1. Position cutter flat and place a block underneath secure tailwheel bracket with cap screws (13) and the rear of the cutter to raise it off the ground.
  • Page 37 Install Slip Clutch Driveline 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). The optional chain shielding assemblies are ready for installation when you receive them. 1.
  • Page 38 ■ If using a cylinder other than the one supplied nuts. by Woods, make sure a breather fitting is installed in the cylinder rod end port. Use a restricter fitting Install Attitude Rod in the base end port to dampen the cutter lowering action.
  • Page 39 1. Rear wheel yoke 12. 1.00 x 4.08 Pin 23. 5/16 Flat washer 2. Attitude rod 13. Ratchet 24. 5/16 Lock washer 3. 1.00 x 2.26 Clevis pin 14. 3-1/2 x 8 Hydraulic cylinder 25. 5/16 NC Hex nut 4. 1.00 x 2.72 Pin 15.
  • Page 40 Install Tongue 3. Attach attitude rod (27) to tongue as shown in Figure 35. Secure with clevis pin (9) and cotter pin 1. Align tongue (1) with top holes on the inside of (20). mast plates. 4. Attach H-frame (5) to front of tongue (1) as shown, 2.
  • Page 41 1. Rear drive half 2. Front drive half 3. 3-Joint drive bearing 4. 1/2 x 5-3/4 Clevis pin 5. 3/16 x 1-1/2 Cotter pin 6. Drive shaft shield 7. 3/8 NC x 1 GR5 Cap screw 8. 3/8 Lock washer 9.
  • Page 42 2. Check chain bracket 3. 3/8 Chain, 32-link 4. 3/4 NC x 6 Cap screw GR5 5. 3/4 NC Lock nut 6. 5/8 NC x 2-1/4 Cap screw GR5 7. 5/8 Flat washer 8. 5/8 NC Hex nut 9. Mast Plate 10.
  • Page 43 NOTES Assembly 43 MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

  • Page 44: Dealer Check Lists

    DEALER CHECK LISTS PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST DELIVERY CHECK (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) NOTICE ___ Show customer how to make adjustments. Describe the options available for this cutter ■ Gearbox was not filled at the factory. It must and explain their purpose. be serviced before operating cutter.

  • Page 45: Index To Parts Lists

    PARTS INDEX BRUSHBULL Rotary Cutters BB840X BB840XQ BB600X BB840XP BB720X BB600X, BB720X, BB840X, BB840XQ, BB840XP ASSEMBLY . . 46 - 47 GEARBOX ASSEMBLY ....... . 48 - 49 BB600X &...
  • Page 46 BB600X, BB720X, & BB840X ASSEMBLY (Rev. 9/4/2013) 46 Parts MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)
  • Page 47 BB600X, BB720X, & BB840X PARTS LIST REF PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION ——— Deck weldment 301130 * 12 5/8 NC x 1-1/2 Carriage bolt, GR5 57122 Rear band BB600X 1026542 2 Step pin cat 1-2 57046 Rear band BB720X 27542 2 7/16 x 11/32 Klik pin HT 57084 Rear band BB840X -----...
  • Page 48 GEARBOX ASSEMBLY 48 Parts MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)
  • Page 49 GEARBOX ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 58804 Gearbox, Repair assembly (BB600X) 57321 Snap ring 50 UNI7435 58805 Gearbox, Repair assembly (BB720X) 57471 Shim 45.3 x 2.5 (57471 Kit) 58806 Gearbox, Repair assembly (BB840X) 57471 Shim 70.3 x 84.7 (57471 Kit) 1029697 Gearbox, Repair assembly 39261...
  • Page 50 BB600X & BB720X SLIP CLUTCH DRIVE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 57413 Complete 540 Drive assembly 57268 Outer guard half 40574 Yoke, 1-3/8 Spline ASGE 57269 Inner guard half Cross and bearing 57414 Shaft asy, male (complete/guard) 40764 Spring pin 10 X 80 ----- Shaft asy, female (complete w/guard) (NSS)
  • Page 51 BB840X SLIP CLUTCH DRIVE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 57417 Complete 540 Drive assembly 40590 Outer guard half 40574 Yoke 1-3/8 - 6 spline 57267 Inner guard half Cross & bearing kit 57410 Shaft asy, male (complete w\guard) 40764 Spring pin 10 x 80 ----- Shaft asy, female (complete w/guard) (NSS)
  • Page 52 BB840XQ SLIP CLUTCH DRIVE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 57425 Complete 1000 RPM drive assembly 40779 Grease fitting 40563 Yoke, 1-3/8 - 6 Spline ASG 40758 Slide lock collar repair kit BB6000, BB7200 & BB8400 57270 Outer guard half BB840XQ 40757 Yoke, 1-3/8 - 21 Spline AS 57271...
  • Page 53 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) FRONT DRIVE ASSEMBLY S/N 1127328 & BELOW PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 57429 Complete 540 rpm 40728 Inner shield Front drive assembly 40766 Bearing ring SC25 40563 Yoke 1-3/8 - 6 spline (540 rpm) 40777 Anti-rotation chain 40566 Cross & Bearing 40778 Screw 40751...
  • Page 54 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) REAR DRIVE ASSEMBLY S/N 1127328 & BELOW PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION ----- Complete rear drive assembly 57276 Inner guard half 57421 Friction clutch 57278 Male drive half, complete 40566 Cross & Bearing 57279 Female drive half, complete 40765 Spring pin 10 x 90 57441 Flange yoke...
  • Page 55 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) FRONT DRIVE ASSEMBLY S/N 1127329 & ABOVE REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 40599 Complete drive assembly 40590 Guard, outer half, also includes items 9, 10 and 11 (cut to length) 40574 Yoke, 1-3/8 - 6SP (complete with lock collar) 40591 Guard, inner half, also includes items 9, 10 and 11 (cut to length)
  • Page 56 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) REAR DRIVE ASSEMBLY S/N 1127329 & ABOVE PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1019870 Complete 540 Drive assembly 40779 Grease fitting Cross and bearing 1019857 Outer guard half 40764 Spring pin 10 X 80 1019858 Inner guard half 1019859 Inboard yoke 57438 Flange yoke 40593...
  • Page 57 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) REAR TAILWHEEL YOKE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 1023152 Rear yoke 1004814 Transport lock-up 1003491 Attitude rod 24098 Stroke control kit 46605 Clevis pin 1.00 x 2.26 1003828 Manual tube 1631 Headless pin 1.00 x 2.72 1021369 SMV Mounting bracket -------- Tire and hub (see page 61)
  • Page 58 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) TONGUE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 1023144 Tongue assembly 3/8 Standard lock washer 1257 Washer 3/4 flat ZP 10083 Bushing 3/4 x 1-1/8 x 5/8 HT 8424 Washer 3/4 ID 2 OD 3/8 thick 2371 Lock nut 3/4 NC 30068 3/4 NC x 2-1/2 HHCS GR5 1285...
  • Page 59 FRONT & REAR CHAIN SHIELDING (OPTIONAL) BB600X BB720X BB840X DESCRIPTION 57143 57090 1023048 Right front chain plate 57144 57091 1023047 Left front chain plate 1003645 1007850 1007851 .243 Dia bent pin (front) 5496 5496 5496 5/16–7 Link chain (front) 57142 57088 57125 Right rear chain plate...
  • Page 60 RUBBER SHIELDING (STANDARD) PART DESCRIPTION 1013208 Rubber shield kit 5 foot BB600X (includes items 1-4) 1013209 Rubber shield kit 6 foot BB720X (includes items 1-4) 1023042 Rubber shield kit 7 foot BB840X (includes items 1-4) 1004129 Rubber deflector 31.25 BB600X 1004130 Rubber deflector 37.25 BB720X 1024119...
  • Page 61 BB720X & BB840X DUAL TAILWHEEL (OPTIONAL) WITH WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY REF PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 57101 Dual tailwheel assembly 12577 4 x 8 Tire w/rim 5" wide 12881 Washer T160 ETC w/cap 855* 1/2 Lock washer 12889 3/32 x 1-9/16 OD O-ring 4119* 1/2 NF x 1 HHCS GR5 2370...
  • Page 62 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) 15" WHEEL ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1017050 Heavy hub assembly 1028820F 24 x 7.25 x 12 Aircraft tire, (includes items 1 through 15) rim & hardware, foam filled - 5 bolt 1017034 Heavy wheel hub with cups 1017030 29 x 9 x 15 Aircraft tire, (includes items 6,7,14)
  • Page 63 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) HYDRAULIC CYLINDER 3-1/2" BORE X 8" STROKE PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 10475 Hydraulic cylinder, complete 23544 Piston (single acting) 11893 1/2 x 1/4 Pipe reducer bushing 23540 Seal repair kit (includes 2A thru 2E) 11975 1/2 NPT Vent plug 1-1/4 ID Wiper seal -------- Cylinder barrel...
  • Page 64 BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) HYDRAULIC HOSE KIT PART DESCRIPTION 9382 1/4 x 156 Hose kit and fittings (contains items 2 thru 4) 10290 90° Elbow, 1/4 NPTM x 1/4 NPTF with 1/16 restrictor 8669 Hose, 1/4 NPT x 156" 11893 1/2 x 1/4 Pipe reducer bushing Standard hardware, obtain locally BB480XP HYDRAULIC CYLINDER STROKE CONTROL KIT...

  • Page 65: Bolt Torque Chart

    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.

  • Page 66: Bolt Size Chart & Abbreviations

    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 &...

  • Page 67: Index 67

    INDEX Cutting Height Adjustment BB840XP (Pull Type) Driveline Adjustment (Mounted Cutter) ASSEMBLY Driveline Interference Check Dealer Set-up Instructions Shortening Driveline Disassemble Shipping Unit Driveline Adjustment BB8400XP (Pull Type) Fill Gearbox Installation & Removal of Driveline (Tractor PTO) Install Safety Shielding Install Optional Chain Shielding Operating Technique Install Rubber Deflector &...
  • Page 68 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.
  • Page 69 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.
  • Page 70 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.

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