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MANUAL P/N 24548 OPERATOR’S AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LISTING Hydraulic Rotary Mower Model: MITI MIKE - 35 FOR SERIAL #s STARTING WITH 012436 DANGER Read this manual and the manual for your tractor carefully to acquaint yourself RELEASED 04/15/16 with both machines before operating! 4895 RED BLUFF RD LORIS, SC 29569 (843) 756-2555 www.hardeebyevh.com...
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THIS CUTTER IS NOT DESIGNED TO CUT TREES. The cutter is designed to cut grass and small brush smaller than ½” in diameter. Any modes of operation other than the ones described above, shall void the warranty. Moreover, HARDEE by EVH Manufacturing Company, LLC does not accept and liability to any person and/or material when the cutter is operated...
Introduction To Our Customers If you need additional copies of this manual, please We, at Hardee by EVH Manufacturing Company, contact your local Hardee dealer or download a copy thank you for buying your new Hydraulic Rotary from our website at www.hardeebyevh.com.
Hardee by EVH Safety Information General Safety Rules the ground. Serious injury or death by crushing may occur in case of hydraulic failure. This section of your manual will address the safe operation of your new mower. We at Hardee strive to...
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Hardee by EVH Safety Information Weight Box - Back Danger – Thrown Object Danger – Rotating Driveline (On sheet - P/N 15845) (On sheet – P/N 15845) Operating Safety and General Warning – Thrown Object Instruction (P/N 11005) (On sheet – P/N 15845) Weight Box –...
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Hardee by EVH Safety Information Safety Decals, continued Warning – Rotating Components (On sheet – P/N 15845) Deck Danger – Crushing Hazard (On sheet – P/N 15845) Weight Box Warning – High Pressure Fluid Hazard (On sheet – P/N 15845)
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Hardee by EVH Safety Information Safety Decals, continued Danger – Keep Clear (On sheet – P/N 15845) Deck Danger – Crushing Hazard Hitch Frame (On sheet – P/N 15845) Warning – Pinch Point (On sheet – P/N 15845) Hitch Frame...
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Hardee by EVH Safety Information Safety Decals, continued Danger – Thrown Object Deck - Front (On Sheet – P/N 15845) Danger – Keep Away Rotating Blades Deck – Rear (P/N 11001) 15852 – Red Reflector, Rear Weight Box – Front/Back Deck –...
Hardee by EVH Assembly and Installation Component Identification and Terminology Weight Box Fan- Oil Tank Dipstick Hydraulic Motor Oil Tank Deck Return Filter Shipping/Storage Chain Hitch Frame Pump Stabilizer Deck Cylinder Rubber Shielding Link - Cylinder Stand Weldment Extension Arm...
Hardee by EVH Assembly and Installation Tractor Requirements The Hydraulic Rotary Mower you have purchased is designed for use with 22 - 34 horsepower, Compact Tractor. The above tractor must be equipped with a 540 RPM rear power take-off (PTO) and one set of hydraulic remotes.
Hardee by EVH Assembly and Installation Hydraulic System and Operational Setup If you have any questions, consult your local Hardee dealer. IMPORTANT Working Safely with Hydraulic Lines The hydraulic system setup information contained in Purge all air from hydraulic system before attempting the following pages should be used only as a guide.
– part number 23333 Grease Points Page 12 DANGER Blade Tightness Page 12 Do not modify or alter this machine or any of its components or any equipment function without consulting EVH Manufacturing Company. MITI MIKE HYDRAULIC MOWER 4/1/12...
Hardee by EVH Operation Instruction Using Your Mower Danger Do not change the blade rotation direction! Blades Getting Started must rotate in the counter clockwise direction. You will need to spend some time getting the “feel” of your new mower. Spend time reviewing the following steps before using your mower for the first time.
Hardee by EVH Maintenance Maintenance and Service Schedule When inspecting, pay particular attention to any small hairline cracks between spindle bolt hole This section is dedicated to the maintenance of the and blade bolt holes. This indicates metal fatigue Miti Mike - 35. As with any piece of equipment, the...
Hardee by EVH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide Hydraulic System, Blade System, Pump, Motor, Fluid Lines Problem Possible Cause Solution / Correction Cylinder Will Not Operate Tractor Remotes not engaged Engaged Remote Tractor Remote engaged In Reverse Engage Remotes Opposite Way Or Switch Hydraulic Lines In Tractor Remotes.
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Hardee by EVH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide, continued Hydraulic System, Blade System, Pump, Motor, Fluid Lines Problem Possible Cause Solution / Correction Individual Cylinders Leak Down Blown Or Worn Cylinder Packing Repair / Replace Cylinder Blades Won't Start-Up Repair / Replace Hydraulic Lines...
Reference Hardee by EVH Bolt Torque Checking Bolt Torque NOTE: Bolt Torques shown are maximum The tables shown below give correct torque allowable values for ultimate safe working values for various bolts and capscrews. strength or external load-carrying capacity. Tighten all bolts to the torque specified in the The bolt torque are not applicable in cases chart unless otherwise noted.
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