Tarter RC306BL Operation And Assembly Manual page 21

NOTE: The rotary cutter should be operated at
the highest position for optimal cutting results.
This will help prevent the blades from striking
the ground, reducing blade wear and placing
undue strain on the cutter. For best results
under heavier cutting conditions, always tilt the
rotary cutter approximately 2 inches (51mm)
lower in the front. This tilt decreases horsepower
requirements and increases potential ground
speed.
When fine shredding is desired, adjust rotary
cutter deck level to slightly lower in the rear. This
will keep the foliage under the rotary cutter until
thoroughly shredded. More power is required for
shredding.
5. Lower tailwheel to support rear of the cutter.
6. Install bolt, washers and lock nut (A) into one
of seven holes (C) that aligns with hole in wheel
support.
7. Reinstall bolt, washers and lock nut. Tighten
lock nut. (A)
NOTE: The tailwheel supports the rear of the
machine and the draft links support the front to
allow the cutter to follow the ground contour.
B
A-B Lock Nut, Washers, Bolt C- Adjustment hole
Each rotary cutter can be adjusted to several
cutting heights from 1.5 inches to 9 inches
of cutting height by moving the rockshaft
control lever in conjunction with moving the
tail wheel adjustment bolt among the height
adjustment holes (see photo above).
A
C
IMPORTANT: Loosening the center link may allow
the driveline to contact the cutter frame or tractor
tires in order to contact the foot guards or chain
shield. Raise the cutter slowly and check for
interference. Lengthen tractor lift links to provide
clearance to full height.
NOTE: Lift height may also be limited by installing
stops on rockshaft control lever bracket.
8. Lengthen tractor lift links, if necessary, to provide
clearance.
FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES
1. BEFORE EACH USE, perform maintenance as
required in the Lubrication and Maintenance
section.
2. Start tractor per tractor operator's manual.
3. Raise/lower 3-point hitch to place cutter in
working position.
4. Look to be sure no one is near cutter.
5. With tractor at idle speed, slowly engage PTO
drive.
Stay clear of rotating driveline. Do
not operate without driveline shields
in place and all equipment in good
condition. Failure to heed these
DANGER
warnings may result in personal injury
or death.
6. Set tractor throttle for appropriate PTO speed
(540RPM).
Rotating cutter blades. Stand clear until
all motion has stopped. To avoid an
accidental fall from tractor and possible
injury by mower, it is recommended
DANGER
that tractor be equipped with rollover
protective system (ROPS) and that a
seatbelt be used by the operator for all
mowing operations.
7. Place tractor in gear and proceed forward.
O P E R A T I O N
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