Tractor Operation; Cutter Operation - Woods BATWING BW20.51Q Operator's Manual

7. Raise cutter, remove jackstands and check deck
height. Tighten jam nuts against sleeve.
29" AIRCRAFT TIRES
Center Yoke
Adj Pivot
21" NOTAT TIRES
Center Yoke
Adj Pivot
18 IN Tongue
Center Yoke
Adj Pivot
CD7593A
Figure 1A. Attitude Rod Adjustment
Cutting Height (Normal Mowing) - Wings
1. Lower wings to normal mowing position.
2. Loosen the jam nut on the adjustable link (turn
buckle).
3. Lengthening the link will raise the wing, shortening
the link will lower the wing. The rear edge of the
wing should be parallel to the ground.
4. Make sure jam nuts are tightened once wing is
leveled.
When using the cutter to shred, the rear of the cutter
deck should be approximately 1/2" to 1" lower than the
front.

TRACTOR OPERATION

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" position at all times.
Use care when operating around tree limbs and other
low objects. Avoid being knocked off tractor and being
injured.
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5.75 IN
12 IN Tongue
2 Spacers
4.25 IN
18 IN Tongue
5 IN
12 IN Tongue
2 Spacers
3.5 IN
1 Spacer
The cutter is operated with tractor controls. Engage the
PTO at a low RPM to prevent excessive loads on the
cutter drive system. Increase throttle to recommended
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.

CUTTER OPERATION

WARNING
■ Look down and to the rear and make sure area is
clear before operating in reverse.
■ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
■ Do not stop, start, or change directions sudden-
ly on slopes.
■ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
■ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
CAUTION
■ Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage be-
fore resuming operation.
When beginning operation of the cutter, make sure that
all persons are in a safe location.
Power for operating the cutter is supplied by the tractor
PTO. Operate PTO at 540 (1000 RPM for "Q" models).
Know how to stop the tractor and cutter quickly in an
emergency.
To stop cutter when operating under normal conditions,
reduce tractor RPM to idle and disengage PTO to re-
duce freewheeling on cutting elements.
Engage PTO at a low engine RPM to minimize stress
on the drive system and gearbox.
With PTO engaged, raise PTO speed to 540 or 1000
RPM depending on model and maintain throughout
cutting operation.
Gearbox protection is provided by a slip clutch with re-
placement fiber disc. The slip clutch is designed to slip
when excessive torsional loads occur.
Move slowly into material. Adjust tractor ground speed
to provide a clean cut without lugging the tractor
engine.
Use a slow ground speed for better shredding.
Proper ground speed will depend on the terrain and the
material's height, type, and density.
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