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BATWING
ROTARY CUTTER
BW15.71
BW15.71Q
BW10.71
BW10.71Q
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  • Page 1 BATWING ® ROTARY CUTTER BW15.71 BW15.71Q BW10.71 BW10.71Q...

  • 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 be- come 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

    NOTICE: If you would like to receive a free Spanish language translation of the Safety Rules section of this manual, plus a set of Spanish language safety decals, please contact your local Woods dealer. AVISO: Si desea recibir una traducción al español gratuita de la sección de Reglas de seguridad de este manual y un juego de etiquetas de seguridad en español, por favor comuníquese con su...

  • Page 5: Safety 5

    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. The 22-minute video can be viewed online for free at TheAEMStore, https://youtu.be/uEWXsDqhDq0 It reinforces the proper procedures to follow while operating your mowing...
  • 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 man- ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY. ufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts ■ Never allow children or untrained persons to op- to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an erate equipment.

  • Page 8: Transportation

    SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! TRANSPORTATION (Safety Rules continued from previous page) ■ Power unit must be equipped with Roll Over ■ Make sure driveline guard tether chains are at- Protection System (ROPS) or ROPS cab and tached to the tractor and equipment as shown seat belt.

  • Page 9: Maintenance

    SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! ■ Do not stop, start, or change directions sudden- (Safety Rules continued from previous page) ly on slopes. ■ Full chain shielding must be installed at all times. Thrown objects could injure people or ■...

  • Page 10: Storage

    SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) ■ Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the ■ Service and maintenance work not covered in ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified and secured.

  • Page 11: Safety & Instructional Decals

    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.
  • Page 12 SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 8 - PN 18864 WARNING 5 - PN 15922 DO NOT EXCEED PTO SPEED OF (1000 RPM) 1000 n PTO speeds higher than 1000 RPM can cause equipment failure and personal injury.
  • Page 13 SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 12 - PN 1045604 10 - PN 33347 13 - PN 1003751 14 - PN 18877 16 - PN 15502 15 - PN 18964 18 - PN 611520 mile/h Safety 13 MAN1339...

  • Page 14: 14 Operation

    OPERATION The designed and tested safety of this machine de- CONNECTING CUTTER TO TRACTOR pends on it being operated within the limitations as explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow NOTICE all safety rules in the manual, on the cutter and on the tractor.
  • Page 15 Mechanical Connection 1. To check for potential excessive turn angle, discon- nect the driveline from tractor. 1. Attach cutter using a 1-1/8" clevis pin and clip. 2. Start engine and turn as far right or left as possible. 2. Attach safety tow chain (25) to drawbar support. 3.

  • Page 16: Tractor Operation

    TRACTOR OPERATION Mowing Tips Use care when operating around tree limbs and other WARNING low objects. Avoid being knocked off tractor and being injured. ■ Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse. Only use a tractor with a Roll Over Protection Structure (ROPS) and seat belt.

  • Page 17: Transporting

    TRANSPORTING WARNING ■ Power unit must be equipped with Roll Over Protection System (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up”...

  • Page 18: Storage

    STORAGE Set tractor PTO at correct RPM for your equipment. Follow these steps when storing your cutter: Lubricate all grease fitting locations. Make sure PTO shaft slip joint is lubricated. 1. Clean cutter before storing. See page 23 for clean- ing instructions.

  • Page 19: Owner Service 19

    OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators BLOCKING METHOD who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help, your dealer has trained service technicians available. To minimize the potential hazards of working under- For your protection, read and follow the safety informa- neath the cutter, follow these procedures: tion in this manual.

  • Page 20: Lubrication

    Driveline U-joint 10 Hours Tongue pivot (2) 40 Hours Telescoping shaft 10 Hours Wheel yoke pivot (7) 40 Hours Clevis pivot 40 Hours 10 Gearbox (bottom of side hole) Daily CV body assembly 10 Hours 11 Tailwheel spindle 20 Hours (10 pumps minimum) 12 Turnbuckle 40 Hours...

  • Page 21: Blades

    Seasonal Lubrication 3. Align crossbar (12) with blade access hole in the cutter frame. Remove cap screw (23), blade pin lock In addition to the daily recommended lubrication, a more clip (6), keyhole plate (5), spacer (15), and shims (2 extensive application is recommended seasonally.

  • Page 22: Slip Clutch Adjustment

    Blade Sharpening SLIP CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 8) NOTICE The slip clutch is designed to slip so that the gear- ■ When sharpening blades, grind the same box and driveline are protected if the cutter strikes an amount on each blade to maintain balance. obstruction.

  • Page 23: Shielding Repair

    ■ Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged parts. WARNING ■ Replace any safety decals that are missing or not readable (supplied free by your Woods dealer). ■ Explosive separa- Periodically or Before Extended Storage tion of tire and rim...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    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.

  • Page 25: Dealer Service 25

    DEALER SERVICE The information in this section is written for dealer ser- Seal Replacement (Figure 10) vice personnel. The repair described here requires special skills and tools. If your shop is not properly Recommended sealant for gearbox repair is Permatex ®...

  • Page 26: Gearbox Repair

    Vertical Shaft Seal Replacement (Figure 11) 5. Remove six cap screws (23) and top cover (22) from housing. Remove gear (1) from inside housing. 1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the 6. Remove oil seal (19) from front of housing (to be gearbox.
  • Page 27 9. Press bearing (7) into the housing, using a round 16. Check that the gear backlash is between 0.006" and tube of the correct diameter and a hand press. 0.016". You should not have to adjust the backlash. Secure with shim (13) and snap ring (10). 17.

  • Page 28: Splitter Gearbox Repair

    SPLITTER GEARBOX REPAIR Assembly 1. Clean housing, pay specific attention to areas where (Figure 12) gaskets are installed. Removal from Cutter 2. Wash housing and all components thoroughly. 1. Disconnect and remove all drivelines from gearbox. 3. Select a clean work area to assemble gearbox. 2.
  • Page 29 Check Gearbox 5. Install breather (18) in top cover. 1. Place top cover (21) on housing and secure into po- Reinstallation on Cutter sition using six cap screws (20). NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move it 2. Check gearbox for leaks by: plugging all holes ex- without mechanical assistance.

  • Page 30: Crossbar Removal

    CROSSBAR REMOVAL 1. It is necessary to gain access to bottom side of cut- ter for crossbar removal. See Blocking Method page NOTE: You will need to use either the puller screw (Item 6, Figure 14) or a small hydraulic jack to re- move the crossbar.

  • Page 31: Crossbar Installation

    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 (10) onto splined shaft. Install washer (71) and nut (72) and align a slot with hole in splined shaft.

  • Page 32: Servicing Tires Safely

    SERVICING TIRES SAFELY 4. Place universal cross in vise as shown in Figure 20 and tap on yoke to remove cup. Repeat Step 3 for final removal. Drive remaining cup out with a drift Used Aircraft Tires (Figure 21) and hammer. WARNING ■...

  • Page 33: Assembly 33

    DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Install Wheel Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the Install Optional WOODS dealer. It should be delivered to the owner Wheel and Hub completely assembled, lubricated and adjusted for nor- mal cutting conditions. The cutter is shipped partially assembled. Assembly...
  • Page 34 Winch Kit Installation (Optional) Optional Wheel & Hub Refer to page 57 for Installation and Operation instruc- tions. Tandem Axle Arm Installation (Optional) Refer to page 58 for Installation and Operation instruc- tions. Shredding Kit Installation (Optional) Refer to page 59 for Installation and Operation instruc- tions.

  • Page 35: Dealer Checklists 35

    DEALER CHECKLISTS Show customer the safe, proper procedures to DEALER PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST be used when mounting, dismounting, and stor- ing equipment. (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) Make customer aware of optional equipment Inspect the equipment thoroughly after assembly to available so that customer can make proper ensure it is set up properly before delivering it to the choices as required.

  • Page 36: Parts Index

    PARTS INDEX BATWING Rotary Cutter ® BW15.71, BW15.71Q BW10.71, BW10.71Q CENTER FRAME ASSEMBLY ......37 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY .
  • Page 37 CENTER FRAME ASSEMBLY 1000 RPM 1000 RPM CD9251 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 3443 HYD HOSE HOLDER 3379 BOLT, HEX 1/2 NC X 1.50 GR5 10520RP BLADE SHIM .0478 14139 NUT, HEX FLNG LOCK 5/16 NC BOLT, HEX FLNG 5/8 13946RP BLADE SHIM .0359 19024 NC X 1.75 GR5...
  • Page 38 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY CD9256 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 618172RP LINK, HOSE COVER 11975 1/2 NPT VENT PLUG 631411RP WA, WING LOCK 33647 PIPE 1 SCH 40 X 0.75 1045612RP WA, ATTITUDE ROD, 1.0 52201 HOSE .25 ID X .25 NPT X 264 FEEDLINE CLAMP - 1/2 55318 HITCH PIN .75 X 6.25...
  • Page 39 WING ASSEMBLY LEFT WING CD9250 LEFT WING PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 10520RP BLADE SHIM .0478 1028824RP SPACER 5/16 13946RP BLADE SHIM .0359 1045034RP BLADE PIN W/GREASE FITTING 19160KT CCW BLADE KIT 3379 BOLT, HEX 1/2 NC X 1.50 GR5 19161KT CW BLADE KIT 6185 1/4 X 2-1/4 COTTER PIN...
  • Page 40 WHEEL ARM ASSEMBLY, SINGLE SPRING CD9253 SEE PAGE 49 FOR TIRE AND HUB. PART DESCRIPTION SIGN (SMV) SLOW 24611 MOVING VEHICLE 618171RP LINK, SMV BRACKET SPRING, COMPRESSION ITEMS INCLUDED WITH #5 1032100 3.25X.56X7.25X1113 PART DESCRIPTION 1044832 PIN, 1.0 X 2.50 1038100 WA, PIN 1.0 X 3.81 1044886RP...
  • Page 41 WHEEL ARM ASSEMBLY, SPRING ARM TIRE & HUB SEE PAGE 49 PART DESCRIPTION 603632RP ASY, BW15 SPRING ARM CTR 603633RP ASY, BW15 SPRING ARM RT 603634RP ASY, BW15 SPRING ARM LT 14069 HHCS 1/2 NC X 3-1/4 SIGN (SMV) SLOW 24611 MOVING VEHICLE CD9254...
  • Page 42 TONGUE ASSEMBLY CD9248 42 Parts MAN1339 ( 05/17/22 )
  • Page 43 TONGUE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 13087 SLV 3/4 X 1 X 9/16 HT 19407 ASY, SAFETY CHAIN, 10,000 LB 52232 SWIVEL PARKING JACK 62043 1/4 X 1-3/4 KLIK PIN 603944 WA, TONGUE CLEVIS, BW 614116 MOUNT, CAST JACK 614191 HITCH, CAST W/STOP 1016969 PINTLE BSHG 1.06X3.25X1.75 1029865...
  • Page 44 WING & CENTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY RIGHT LEFT DESCRIPTION CENTER 540 RPM 1000 RPM Complete box 617178RP 617179RP 617180RP 617181RP Cap 85 x 10 57371 57371 57371 57371 Housing ------- ------- ------- ------- Output shaft 1045672 1045672 1045672 1045672 Blank washer 49 x 85 x 7 1045695 1045695 1045695...
  • Page 45 SPLITTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION 540 RPM 1000 RPM 1031185 1031186 Complete splitter gearbox 39411 39411 Bearing ------ ------ Housing 1031175 1031175 Oil seal, 45mm x 85mm x 10mm 1002494 1002494 Snap ring 85 mm dia 57471 57471 Shim 1031176 1031178 Pinion gear...
  • Page 46 CENTER DECK DRIVE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 1045078 Complete center drive assembly 1019107 Yoke, 1-3/4, 20 spline 1045881 Cross & bearing kit 1019108 Double yoke Friction clutch 2400 1-3/4, 20 spline 1016484 (includes items 6 through 17) 1016489 Flange yoke 57432 Friction disc 1016490 Hub, 1-3/4, 20 spline (includes item 9)
  • Page 47 WING DRIVE ASSEMBLY DANGER 13 14 DANGER DANGER CD6887 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1045079 Complete wing drive assembly Friction clutch 2500 1019109 1-3/4, 20 spline (includes Yoke, 1-3/4, 20 spline items 18 through 29) 1004957 (includes items 30, 31) 1041695 Flange yoke 1045583 Cross &...
  • Page 48 CV DRIVE ASSEMBLY (WALTERSCHEID) 11 6 CD6142 1000 1000 1-3/8 6-SPLINED 1-3/8 21-SPLINED 1-3/4 20-SPLINED PART PART PART DESCRIPTION 1021103 1021104 1021105 Complete CV drive 628893 628894 628895 Complete guard kit 628892 628892 628892 Cross & bearing kit 628891 628891 628891 Cross &...
  • Page 49 5-BOLT WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLY 15" Rim for Pneumatic Tire Solid Tire & Rim Aircraft Tire & Rim CD6885 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Heavy hub assembly (includes 25 x 8 - 14 Severe duty ag tire, 1017050 1039976 items 1 through 15) rim &...
  • Page 50 LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY AMBER BLACK AMBER CD9255 BLACK PART DESCRIPTION 1036887 WIRE HARNESS, 16 FT MAIN 1040275 LED AG COMBO LAMP LH 1040276 LED AG COMBO LAMP RH 1040277 AG ENHANCER MODULE 1045073 HARNESS, WIRE, 3 FT REAR, 2 PCS 62521 NUT LOCK 1/4 NC FLANGE 71851...
  • Page 51 CHAIN SHIELDING - CENTER & WING (REAR) SINGLE ROW STANDARD ON BW15.71 MODELS DOUBLE ROW OPTIONAL ON BW15.71 MODELS CD8778 Rear Center Installed Rear Wing Installed PART DESCRIPTION SINGLE DOUBLE 4069 5/16 chain 4 link 3994 5/16 chain 5 link 5496 5/16 chain 7 link 38381 5/16 chain 9 link 1016952 5/16 chain 13 link...
  • Page 52 CHAIN SHIELDING - CENTER & WING (FRONT) SINGLE ROW STANDARD ON BW15.71 MODELS DOUBLE ROW OPTIONAL ON BW15.71 MODELS CD8779 FRONT Front Center Wing Installed Installed SINGLE ROW DOUBLE ROW PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1041087 1/4 NC x 1.0 button head screw 1045681RP Straight winglet DBL retainer 4069...
  • Page 53 HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS (WING) 5 2F CD8821 3.0X1.25ø ROD PART DESCRIPTION 597269 Complete cylinder 600251 Seal kit (includes items 2A-2F) † Cap o-ring † Pistol seal † Rod o-ring † Cap seal † Wiper seal † Backup seal Cylinder housing rod end Piston Jam nut Cylinder tie rod...
  • Page 54 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER (CENTER) DC1105 CENTER CENTER 3.5 X 8 DESCRIPTION 3.5 X 8 DESCRIPTION PART PART 23540 Seal repair kit (includes 2A - 2G) 11975 1/2 NPT vent plug Seal repair kit w/ heavy duty Cylinder barrel ---------- piston seal (includes 2A - 2G) Tie rod nut ‡...
  • Page 55 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER STROKE CONTROL KIT PART DESCRIPTION Stroke control set for 1-1/4" 24098 cylinder rod (contains items 2 - 5) – – – – 1-1/2" Segment – – – – 1-1/4" Segment – – – – 1" Segment – – – – 3/4"...
  • Page 56 BW10.71 / BW10.71Q WEIGHT BOX ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 13563 HHCS 1/2 NC x 6 GR5 57123 Decal 2 x 9 rear reflector 1033958 Screw .375NC x 1 - .25 hex flange ser 1041910 Decal, NOTICE light kit 1045084RP Plate, weight box 1045088RP WA, weight box hinge 1045090RP...
  • Page 57 WINCH KIT (OPTIONAL) 1.5” CENTER OF CYLINDER LUG 1.5” CD6947A CD8791B Winch Kit Installation PART DESCRIPTION 1045853 Winch kit, complete 1. Locate and drill one 9/16” hole in each wing as shown. Assemble items 6, 3, 1 and 5 and use to 1/2 x 2 clevis pin locate and drill remaining holes.
  • Page 58 TANDEM AXLE (OPTIONAL) TIRE & HUB SEE PAGE 49 Tandem Axle Installation BEFORE SERIAL NO. 10007668087004 1. Raise unit and support with jack stands per dia- PART DESCRIPTION gram page 20 to take pressure from tires. 3489 HHCS 1/2 NC x 3 GR5 ZP 2.
  • Page 59 SHRED KIT (OPTIONAL) Installation Instructions PART DESCRIPTION 3379 HHCS 1/2 NC x 1-1/2 GR5 ZP 1. Install suppled shred kit blades as shown, using shims to obtain no more than .25” movement at 10520RP 18 GA 1-1/2 blade pin shim blade tip.

  • Page 60: Appendix

    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 61 METRIC SERIES TORQUE CHART Metric Bolt Head Identification Metric Metric Grade 8.8 Grade 10.9 Coarse Thread Fine Thread Marking on Head Marking on Head Diameter & Diameter & Metric 8.8 Metric 10.9 Metric 8.8 Metric 10.9 Thread Pitch Wrench Thread Pitch (Millimeters) Size lbs-ft...

  • Page 62: Bolt Size Chart & Abbreviations

    BOLT SIZE CHART NOTICE: Chart shows bolt thread sizes and corresponding head (wrench) sizes for standard SAE and metric bolts. SAE Bolt Thread Sizes 5/16 10mm 12mm 14mm 16mm 18mm Metric Bolt Thread Sizes ABBREVIATIONS AG ....Agriculture HT .

  • Page 63: Index 63

    INDEX ADJUSTMENTS OPERATION Cutting Height 15 Connecting Cutter to Tractor 14 Slip Clutch 22 Cutting Height Adjustment 15 CV Driveline Turning Limits 15 ASSEMBLY Hydraulic Connection 15 Dealer Set-Up Instructions 33 Interference Check 15 Cutter Operation 16 DEALER CHECKLIST Mowing Tips 16 Checklists Shredding 16 Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility) 35...

  • Page 64: Replacement Parts Warranty

    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 65: Product Warranty

    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 66 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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