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.
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.
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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! TA C T A P H Y S I C IA N I M M ED I AT E LY I F F L U I D Safety is a primary concern in the design and ENTERS SKIN OR EYES.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Power unit must be equipped with Roll Over Pro- (Safety Rules continued from previous page) tection System (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt. Make sure driveline guard tether chains are Keep seat belt securely fastened.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during (Safety Rules continued from previous page) operation. Never walk, stand, or place yourself or others Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless under a raised wing or in the path of a lowering wing.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque (Safety Rules continued from previous page) chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are Before dismounting power unit or performing any installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe service or maintenance, follow these steps: disen- condition before putting unit into service.
17 - PN 1004114 Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637. Safety 11...
OPERATION The designed and tested safety of this machine make contact with the ground or objects outside depends on it being operated within the limitations as the machine. Do not leave the cab until the storm explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow all has passed.
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1. Check tongue clevis to make sure it is adjusted to CV Driveline Turning Limits match your tractor PTO speed. NOTICE 2. Position tongue clevis (A) up or down based on ■ You must not exceed a turning angle of 80 tractor drawbar height.
7. Raise cutter, remove jackstands and check deck cutter drive system. Increase throttle to recommended height. Tighten jam nuts against sleeve. PTO operating RPM. Be sure operator is familiar with all controls and can stop tractor and cutter quickly in an emergency. The operator should give complete, undivided attention to operating tractor and cutter.
Normally, ground speed will range from 2 to 5 mph. TRANSPORTING Tall, dense material should be cut at a low speed; thin, medium-height material can be cut at a faster ground WARNING WARNING speed. Always raise unit and install transport locks Always operate tractor PTO at proper RPM (540 or before transporting.
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Lock-Up Center Section Lock-Up Always transport with wings and center frame in the 1. Raise cutter with hydraulic cylinder to maximum raised, locked position. height. Wing Lock-Up 2. Remove klik pin and lock pin from storage position (Figure 5). 1. Raise wing to the up position. 2.
STORAGE ___ Check all lubrication points and grease as instructed in lubrication information. Make sure Follow these steps when storing your cutter: the PTO slip joint is lubricated and that the gear- 1. Clean cutter before storing. See page 26 for box fluid levels are correct.
OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators BLOCKING METHOD who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help, To minimize the potential hazards of working under- your dealer has trained service technicians available. neath the cutter, follow these procedures: For your protection, read and follow the safety informa- tion in this manual.
Seasonal Lubrication lock clip (12, keyhole plate (11), and shims (9 & 10). Carefully drive blade pin (7) out of crossbar. In addition to the daily recommended lubrication, a 4. Rotate crossbar and repeat for opposite blade. more extensive application is recommended season- ally.
1. Inspect blade pin (7) for nicks or gouges, and if you find any, replace the blade pin. 2. Insert blade pin through the blade. Blade should swivel on blade pin; if it doesn’t, determine the cause and correct. 3. Align crossbar (8) with blade access hole in cutter ®...
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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 50 mm Cap screw 7. 10 mm x 1.5P Hex nut 8. 12 mm x 1.5P x 65 mm Cap screw 9.
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 Check drive shaft connection.
DEALER SERVICE Seal Replacement The information in this section is written for dealer ser- (Figure 12) vice personnel. The repair described here requires Recommended sealant gearbox repair special skills and tools. If your shop is not properly ® Permatex Aviation 3D Form-A-Gasket or equivalent. equipped or your mechanics are not properly trained in Leakage can occur at the vertical or horizontal gaskets this type of repair, you may be time and money ahead...
Vertical Shaft Seal Replacement (Figure 13) 5. Remove six cap screws (23) and top cover (22) from housing. Remove gear (1) from inside 1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the housing. gearbox. 6. Remove oil seal (19) from front of housing (to be 2.
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correct diameter. Be sure not to damage the seal 0.012". Check rotational torque by hand. The lip. torque should be less than 2.2 lbs-inch. 16. Check that the gear backlash is between 0.006" 8. Press in housing so that seal is recessed. Press and 0.016".
SPLITTER GEARBOX REPAIR Assembly (Figure 14) 1. Clean housing, pay specific attention to areas Removal from Cutter where gaskets are installed. 2. Wash housing and all components thoroughly. 1. Disconnect remove drivelines from gearbox. 3. Select a clean work area to assemble gearbox. 2.
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Gearbox Inspection 4. Install breather (24) in top cover. 1. Check gearbox for leaks by: plugging all holes Gearbox Installation except one, applying 4 psi of compressed air, and NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move it immersing gearbox in water. Verify gearbox does without mechanical assistance.
CROSSBAR REMOVAL 1. It is necessary to gain access to bottom side of cutter for crossbar removal. See Blocking Method page 20. NOTE: You will need to use either the puller screw (Item 6, Figure 16) or a small hydraulic jack to remove the crossbar.
CROSSBAR INSTALLATION 1. Using emery cloth (220 or finer), remove surface ® rust, Loctite and foreign material from hub, splined gearbox vertical shaft, and crossbar assembly. 2. Slide crossbar assembly (8) onto splined shaft. Install nut (69) and align a slot with hole in splined shaft.
4. Place universal cross in vise as shown in Figure 22 SERVICE TIRES SAFELY and tap on yoke to remove cup. Repeat Step 3 for Used Aircraft Tires (Figure 23) final removal. Drive remaining cup out with a drift and hammer. WARNING WARNING Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the...
DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Install Wheel Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the WOODS dealer. It should be delivered to the owner completely assembled, lubricated and adjusted for nor- mal cutting conditions. The cutter is shipped partially assembled. Assembly will be easier if components are aligned and loosely assembled before tightening hardware.
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used as spacers and are placed between lock-up 1. Install wing crossbar (1) on splined shaft. Use bracket and channel (10) as needed. flanged castle nut and cotter pin previously removed. Torque nut to 450 lbs-ft. 4. Repeat step to install second channel (10) on opposite wing.
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4. Attach stationary blade (5) to mounting bracket Install Stationary Blades - Right and Left Wing using two cap screws (10), four hardened flat washers (15) and lock nuts (11). NOTE: Stationary blade should fit between the two 12 14 rotating blades on the crossbar.
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Install Wing Wheel (Figure 31) 1. Insert wheel hub into wing wheel yoke arms (5) and align holes. 2. Secure into position using cap screw (83) and flanged lock nut (88). 3. Attach wheel to hub using five lug nuts. Install the chamfered side of the lug nut toward the inside for steel rim for pneumatic tires and rims.
DEALER CHECK LISTS PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST DELIVERY CHECK LIST (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) Inspect the equipment thoroughly after assembly to ___ Show customer how to make adjustments and ensure it is set up properly before delivering it to the select proper PTO speed. customer.
CYLINDER ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 1285 12 1/4 X 1-1/2 cotter pin 1863 Washer 1 SAE Flat 8346 Pin hdls 1.00 x 4.58 8347 Pin hdls 1.00 x 5.08 10290 1/4 x 1/4 90 el 1/16 rstr 10475 3-1/2 x 8 hydraulic cyl w/ breather (includes 11975 &...
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SPRING ARM ASSEMBLY ITEMS 5 & 6 BREAKDOWN PART DESCRIPTION 2377 HHCS 3/4 NC 6 GR5 PART DESCRIPTION 3489 HHCS 1/2 NC x 3 GR5 ZP 10509 HHCS 5/16 NC x 2-1/2 GR5 609567RP WA, center yoke BW20 34279 Nut lock 1 NC 611427RP Asy, spring arm, Ctr 52087...
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TANDEM ASSEMBLY ITEMS 5 & 6 BREAKDOWN PART DESCRIPTION 2377 HHCS 3/4 NC x 6 GR5 PART DESCRIPTION 3489 HHCS 1/2 NC x 3 GR5 ZP 10509 HHCS 5/16 NC x 2-1/2 GR5 609567RP WA, center yoke BW20 34279 Nut lock 1 NC 611431RP Asy, tandem, ctr 52087...
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SPLITTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION 540 RPM 1000 RPM 1029698 1029699 Complete splitter gearbox 21542 21542 24 10 mm lock washer 307201 307201 24 M10-1.5 x 30 HHCS 1019613 1019613 Input cap 1019575 1019575 Input shaft 1019589 1019589 Input oil seal 1019587 1019587 Bearing assembly (cup and cone)
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540 RPM & 1000 RPM FRONT CV DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION A 1021103RP Complete CV drive (540 RPM) 9A 1021315 CV shield inner (540 RPM) B 1021104RP Complete CV drive (1000 RPM) 9B 1021319 CV shield inner (1000 RPM) C 1021105RP Complete CV drive 9C 1023156...
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LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 1045808 1 LED light kit, complete 1036887 1 Wire harness, 16 foot, main 1040277 1 AG enhancer module 1045073 1 Wire harness, rear, 2 pieces (includes both left & right harnesses) 1040276 1 LED AG combo lamp, right 1040275 1 LED AG combo lamp, left 1041604* 2 Screw, 10-32 x .50 self tap 10378* 8 Bolt, hex 1/4 NC x 1 GR5...
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CHAIN SHIELDING - CENTER SECTION SINGLE ROW DOUBLE ROW PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1027131RP 1 Front center chain plate 1029881 1 Front center chain plate 1027132RP 1 Front right chain plate 1029882 1 Front right chain plate 1027133RP 1 Front left chain plate 1029883 1 Front left chain plate 1027141 2 Rear chain plate 1029888 2 Rear chain plate...
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CHAIN SHIELDING - WING SINGLE ROW DOUBLE ROW PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1027134 1 Front wing chain plate, inner 1029885 1 Front wing chain plate, inner 2 1027140RP 1 Front wing chain plate, center 1029884 1 Front wing chain plate, center 3 1027136RP 1 Front right wing chain plate, outer - OR - 3 1029886RP 1 Front right wing chain plate, outer - OR - 1027137 1 Front left wing chain plate, outer...
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5-BOLT WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1017050 1 Heavy hub assembly 16 1039976F 25 x 8 x 14 severe duty ag tire, (includes items 1 through 15) rim & hardware, foam filled - 5 bolt 1017034 1 Heavy wheel hub with cups 1017030 29 x 9 x 15 aircraft tire, (includes items 6,7,14)
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HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS * NOTE CYLINDER, 52234, HAS M16 TIE ROD NUTS (24MM ACROSS FLAT) USING SEAL KIT 23540 3-1/2 x 8 3-1/2 x 16 PART PART DESCRIPTION 10475 52234 Complete cylinder 23540 23540 Seal repair kit (includes items 2A - 2G) †...
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HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS * NOTE CYLINDER 52234 HAS M14 TIE ROD NUTS (21MM ACROSS FLAT) USING SEAL KIT 600251 3.5X1.25ø ROD PART DESCRIPTION 52234 Complete cylinder 600251 Seal kit (includes items 2A-2F) † Cap o-ring † Piston seal † Rod o-ring †...
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HYDRAULIC CYLINDER STROKE CONTROL KIT PART DESCRIPTION 24098 Stroke control set for 1-1/4" cylinder rod (contains items 2 - 5) – – – – 1-1/2" segment – – – – 1-1/4" segment – – – – 1" segment – – – – 3/4"...
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WINCH KIT (OPTIONAL) Winch Kit Operation REF PART DESCRIPTION 1. Move cutter so wing is on the up slope of a ditch 1019456 Winch kit, complete to aid in wing lift with the winch. 52478 Idler bracket 2. Unwind cable and remove roller (2). 6696 Chain idler casting Clevis pin, 1/2 x 2...
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NOTES Common Components 55 MAN1281 (4/15/2019)
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.