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  • Page 1 BATWING ® ROTARY CUTTER BW15.50 BW15.50Q BW10.50 BW10.50Q...

  • 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 become 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

    SPECIFICATIONS BW15.50 / BW15.50Q BW10.50 / BW10.50Q Cutting Height (Varies with tire selection) ......1" - 15" 1"...

  • Page 5: Safety 5

    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.
  • 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 ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY. manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped ...

  • Page 8: Transportation

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

  • Page 9: Maintenance

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

  • Page 10: Storage

    SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  Never perform service or maintenance with (Safety Rules continued from previous page) engine running.  Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and ...

  • 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 5 - PN 15922 (1000 RPM) 6 - PN 18866 (540 RPM) 9 - PN 18865 7 - PN 15503 11 - PN W19924 17 - PN 1004114 12 Safety MAN1237 (9/1/2017)
  • 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 1041910 (Rev.

  • Page 14: 14 Operation

    OPERATION The designed and tested safety of this machine equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; depends on it being operated within the limitations as and respirator or filter mask where appropriate. explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow all safety rules in the manual, on the cutter and on the CONNECTING CUTTER TO TRACTOR tractor.
  • Page 15 Mechanical Connection 1. To check for potential excessive turn angle, disconnect 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

    When using the cutter to shred, the rear of the cutter The lower ground speed will permit grass to rebound deck should be approximately 1/2" to 1" lower than the partially. front. Mowing Tips TRACTOR OPERATION ARNING Use care when operating around tree limbs and other low objects.

  • Page 17: Transporting

    TRANSPORTING Storage ARNING Position  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 the PTO slip joint is lubricated and that the gear- box fluid levels are correct. Follow these steps when storing your cutter: ___ Set tractor PTO at correct RPM for your equip- 1. Clean cutter before storing. See page 23 for ment.

  • Page 19: Owner Service 19

    OWNER SERVICE BLOCKING METHOD The information in this section is written for operators 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- ARNING tion in this manual.

  • Page 20: Lubrication

    1. Driveline U-joint 10 Hours 8. Tongue pivot (2) 40 Hours 2. Telescoping shaft 10 Hours 9. Wheel yoke pivot (7) 40 Hours 3. Clevis pivot 40 Hours 10. Gearbox (bottom of Daily side hole) 4. CV body assembly 10 hours (10 pumps minimum) 11.

  • Page 21: Blades

    Seasonal Lubrication 3. Align crossbar (8) with blade access hole in the cutter frame. Remove cap screw (16), blade pin In addition to the daily recommended lubrication, a lock clip (15), keyhole plate (14), spacer (13), and more extensive application is recommended season- shims (11 &...

  • Page 22: Slip Clutch Adjustment

    Blade Sharpening SLIP CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 8) The slip clutch is designed to slip so that the gearbox NOTICE and driveline are protected if the cutter strikes an When sharpening blades, grind the same ■ obstruction. amount on each blade to maintain balance. A new slip clutch or one that has been in storage over Replace blades in pairs.

  • Page 23: Shielding Repair

    Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of — not in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of cage if available. matching color (purchase from your Woods dealer).

  • Page 24: 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 Seal Replacement The information in this section is written for dealer ser- (Figure 10) 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 this type of repair, you may be time and money ahead Leakage can occur at the vertical or horizontal gaskets...

  • 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 1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the housing. gearbox. 6. Remove oil seal (19) from front of housing (to be 2.
  • Page 27 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".

  • Page 28: Splitter Gearbox Repair

    SPLITTER GEARBOX REPAIR 17. Inspect housing and caps for cracks or other (Figure 12) damage. Removal from Cutter Assembly 1. Disconnect remove drivelines from gearbox. 1. Clean housing, pay specific attention to areas 2. Remove the four cap screw and lock washers that where gaskets are installed.
  • Page 29 Check Gearbox 5. Install breather (18) in top cover. 1. Place top cover (21) on housing and secure into Reinstallation on Cutter position using six cap screws (20). 2. Check gearbox for leaks by: plugging all holes NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move it except one, applying 4 psi of compressed air, and without mechanical assistance.

  • Page 30: Crossbar Removal

    CROSSBAR REMOVAL 1. It is necessary to gain access to bottom side of cutter for crossbar removal. See Blocking Method page 19. NOTE: You will need to use either the puller screw (Item 6, Figure 14) or a small hydraulic jack to remove the crossbar.

  • Page 31: Crossber 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 Used Aircraft Tires (Figure 21) final removal. Drive remaining cup out with a drift and hammer. WARNING Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to perform the job.

  • Page 33: Assembly 33

    Attitude Rod Length Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the Small Aircraft Tires Beyond Nuts (34) WOODS dealer. It should be delivered to the owner Tongue at 11" completely assembled, lubricated and adjusted for nor- mal cutting conditions.
  • Page 34 Install Wing Wheel Double Chain Installation (Optional) (Figure 23) NOTICE 1. Insert wheel hub into wing wheel yoke arms (5) and align holes. DO NOT REMOVE SINGLE ROW CHAIN AS INSTALLED FROM FACTORY. DOUBLE 2. Secure into position using cap screw (83) and CHAIN KIT IS AN ADDITION TO STANDARD SIN- flanged lock nut (88).

  • Page 35: Dealer Check Lists 35

    DEALER CHECK LISTS PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST ___ Show customer the safe, proper procedures to be used when mounting, dismounting, and storing (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) equipment. Inspect the equipment thoroughly after assembly to ___ Make customer aware of optional equipment ensure it is set up properly before delivering it to the available so that customer can make proper customer.
  • Page 36 NOTES 36 Notes MAN1237 (9/1/2017)

  • Page 37: Parts Index

    PARTS INDEX BATWING Rotary Cutter ® BW15.50, BW15.50Q BW10.50, BW10.50Q CENTER FRAME ASSEMBLY ................38 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ................... 39 CENTER WHEEL YOKE ASSEMBLY ..............40 WING ASSEMBLY....................41 TONGUE ASSEMBLY ..................42 - 43 SPLITTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY..............44 - 45 WING &...
  • Page 38 CENTER FRAME ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1044391 Skid shoe LT 1863 2 Washer 1 SAE flat 1044831 Pin, 1.25 x 5.00 3379 2 HHCS 1/2 NC x 1-1/2 GR5 ZP 1044896 Drv, 2JT FXD-2400 1.75 - 20, 6.88 CL 10520RP 2 18 GA 1-1/2 blade pin shim 29 1044940RP...
  • Page 39 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1 1044950RP Wing lock 1285 12 1/4 x 1-1/2 cotter pin (for cylinder 1031166 see page 55) 71632 Bolt .312-18 x 1 1A 1045815RP Wing lock 78059 Clamp .50 dia steel cushion (for cylinder 597269 see page 56) 1031166 Cylinder, 3.0 x 1.25 x 10.0 NPT8 1045071...
  • Page 40 CENTER WHEEL YOKE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 3489 * 1/2 NC x 3 HHCS, GR5 1044963RP Wheel yoke, center 11900 * 1/2 NC flanged lock nut 1044964RP Wheel yoke, right 6697 * 11 3/8 NC x 1 carriage bolt, GR5 1044965RP Wheel yoke, left 14350 * 11 3/8 NC flanged lock nut...
  • Page 41 WING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 3379 * 1/2 NC x 1-1/2 HHCS, GR5 1045869 Gearbox, right wing (see page 47) -OR- 1024670 Washer, 1.22 x 2.205 x .236 1045870 Gearbox, left wing (see page 47) 39323 M30 x 2.0P castle nut 1044393RP Clutch shield, hinged 6185 *...
  • Page 42 TONGUE ASSEMBLY (Rev. 11/8/2018) 42 Parts MAN1237 (9/1/2017)
  • Page 43 TONGUE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 24 1045025RP 1 Link, CV lift 1637 2 HHCS 1/2 NC x 3-1/2 GR5 ZP 1045026 1 Spring, 1.0 x 3.0 - 65 LB 4616 1 HHCS 3/4 NC x 1-1/2 GR5 ZP 26 1045027RP 1 Link, spring 6697 1 Bolt Crg 3/8 NC x 1 GR5 ZP...
  • Page 44 SPLITTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY (Rev. 8/14/2019) 44 Parts MAN1237 (9/1/2017)
  • Page 45 SPLITTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION 540 RPM 1000 RPM 1038897 1038898 Complete splitter gearbox 1005308 1005308 Shaft 1-3/4-20 spline, wing 1005304 1005304 Oil seal ------- ------- 3/8 plug (not shown) 39251 39251 Snap ring 20891 20891 Bearing 1005305 1005312 Gear 39414 39414...
  • Page 46 WING & CENTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY 46 Parts MAN1237 (9/1/2017)
  • Page 47 WING & CENTER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY Left Wing Right Wing Center Center DESCRIPTION 540 & 1000 540 & 1000 540 Only 1000 Only 1045870 1045869 1045868 1045871 Complete repair gearbox 57316 **57316 57315 1005317 Gear crown Gearbox housing 57319 57319 57319 57319 Input shaft 57356...
  • Page 48 540 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...
  • Page 49 CENTER DECK DRIVE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1044896 Complete center drive assembly 57440 Hub, 1-3/4, 20 spline 1019107 Yoke, 1-3/4, 20 spline 57434 Thrust plate 1045581 Cross & bearing kit 57439RP Belleville spring plate 1045576 Double yoke 57259 M10 x 1.5P x 55 mm HHCS 8.8 1005521 Grease fitting 57260...
  • Page 50 WING DRIVE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1045077 Complete wing drive assembly 1019114 Friction clutch 1-3/4, 20 spline 1019111 Yoke 1 3/4" - 20 SPL. I.C. 1027217 Flange yoke 1045581 Cross & bearing Kit 57432 Friction disc (package of 2) 90317916 Inboard yoke 1B 57440...
  • Page 51 5-BOLT WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1017050 1 Heavy hub assembly 16 1039976F 25 x 8 - 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)
  • Page 52 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...
  • Page 53 CHAIN SHIELDING - CENTER & WING (REAR) SINGLE ROW STANDARD ON BW10.50 AND BW15.50 MODELS DOUBLE ROW OPTIONAL ON BW10.50 AND BW15.50 MODELS 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...
  • Page 54 CHAIN SHIELDING - CENTER & WING (FRONT) SINGLE ROW STANDARD ON BW10.50 AND BW15.50 MODELS DOUBLE ROW OPTIONAL ON BW10.50 AND BW15.50 MODELS Front Center Wing Installed Installed SINGLE ROW DOUBLE ROW PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1041087 70 1/4 NC x 1.0 button head screw 1 1045681RP 2 Straight winglet DBL retainer 2 1045685RP 2 Curved winglet DBL retainer 4069 4 5/16 chain - 4 link...
  • Page 55 HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS Wing Center Wing Center 3 x 10 3.5 x 8 DESCRIPTION 3 x 10 3.5 x 8 DESCRIPTION PART PART PART PART 19810 23540 1 Seal repair kit 11893* ---------- 1 1/2 x 1/4 pipe reducer -OR- (includes 2A - 2G) bushing -OR- 19810HD ----------...
  • Page 56 HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS 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 1/2 pipe plug Cylinder housing butt end...
  • Page 57 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"...
  • Page 58 BW10.50 / BW10.50Q WEIGHT BOX ASSEMBLY CD8789 PART DESCRIPTION 11900 10 Nut lock 1/2 NC flange 23479 10 HHCS 1/2 NC x 5 GR5 ZP 57123 Decal 2 x 9 rear reflector 1033958 Screw .375 NC x 1 -.25 hex flange ser 1041910 Decal, Notice, BW light kit 1045084RP...
  • Page 59 WINCH KIT (OPTIONAL) 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. 6250 HHCS 5/16 NX x 1/1/4 GR5 ZP 2.

  • 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: Bolt Size Chart & Abbreviations

    BOLT SIZE CHART NOTE: Chart shows bolt thread sizes and corresponding head (wrench) sizes for standard SAE and metric bolts. SAE Bolt Thread Sizes 5/16 Metric Bolt Thread Sizes 10MM 12MM 14MM 16MM 18MM ABBREVIATIONS AG .............. Agriculture MPa............Mega Pascal ASABE ....American Society of Agricultural &...

  • Page 62: 62 Index

    INDEX ADJUSTMENTS OPERATION Cutting Height Connecting Cutter to Tractor Slip Clutch Cutting Height Adjustment CV Driveline Turning Limits ASSEMBLY Hydraulic Connection Dealer Set-Up Instructions Interference Check Cutter Operation Fill Gearboxes Mowing Tips DEALER CHECK LIST Shredding Check Lists Pre-Operation Check List (Owner’s Responsibility) Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility) Storage Pre-Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility)

  • Page 63: 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 64: 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.

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