Setting The Mower; Setting Deck Height - Schulte FLX-1510 Operator's Manual

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Hydraulic Cylinder Priming

Hydraulic Cylinders must be filled with hydraulic oil before removing the wing transport pins to lower the mower

wings and deck. Hydraulic cylinders and lines are filled by holding the valve control levers in the raised position

until the cylinders fully retract (wing cylinders) and extend (center cylinder). Place control levers in the float

position and repeat process several more times to purge all air from the system. Ensure wings are entirely

supported by the cylinders before removing the transport pins. NEVER drive out pins and NEVER remove

transport pins that have tension on them.

6. SETTING THE MOWER

Properly setting the cutting height is essential for efficient and safe operation. A properly set mower will make

a more uniform cut, distribute clippings more evenly, require minimal tractor work, and follow the contour of

uneven terrain. NOTE: Avoid very low cutting heights, striking the ground with the blades gives the most

damaging shock loads and will cause damage to the mower and drive. Blades contacting the ground may

cause objects to be thrown out from under the mower deck. Always avoid operating the mower at a height

which causes the blades to contact the ground. OPS-U- 0010

Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted

component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up

to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious

injury or even death.

The cut height for the center section is set by

extending or shortening the depth collar located on

the center lift cylinder. Cutting height for the wing

cylinders will be automatically controlled by the

hydraulic phasing system. Depth stops are also

provided on the wing cylinders as back up for fine

adjustments.

IMPORTANT: If depth control stops are not set at

the same height as the center cylinder, internal

damage may occur to the phasing cylinders.

The cutter should always be operated in the highest

position that will produce the desired cutting results.

Operating at increased heights will minimize the

chances of blades contacting the ground and

discharging debris.

FLX-1510 06/18

OPERATION

(SG-14)

Operation Section 4-10

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