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The designed and tested safety of this machine
depends on it being operated within the limitations as
explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow all
safety rules in the manual, on the cutter and on the
tractor.
The safe operation of this cutter is the responsibility of
the operator, who must be properly trained. The opera-
tor should be familiar with the equipment and all safety
practices before starting operation. Read the safety
information on page 7 through page 13.
Recommended tractor ground speed for most condi-
tions is from 2 to 10 km/h (1 to 6 mph).
Always operate tractor PTO at 540 rpm.
Full chain shielding must be installed at all
times. Thrown objects could injure people or dam-
age property.
• If the machine is not equipped with full chain
shielding, operation must be stopped.
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec-
tive devices cannot prevent all objects from
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet
(92m).
Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-
ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-
ing equipment.
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
CAUTION
Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.
MAN1126 (1/9/2015)
OPERATION
ANGER
ARNING
CONNECTING CUTTER TO TRACTOR
NOTICE
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For tractors with a 1-3/8" diameter PTO shaft,
the horizontal distance from the end of the tractor
PTO shaft to the center of drawbar pin should be
355.6 mm (14") for 540 rpm cutter. This will mini-
mize joint knock and damage to drive components.
Figure 1. Cutter to Tractor Connection
1. Attach cutter using a 28.6 mm (1-1/8") clevis pin
and clip.
2. Attach safety tow chain to drawbar support. Leave
enough slack for turning (Figure 1).
3. Connect cutter driveline to tractor PTO shaft,
making sure the spring-activated lock pin slides
freely and is seated in tractor PTO splined groove.
4. Remove parking jack (3) from the tongue and
attach it to the storage post on the front of the unit.
Hydraulic Connection
1. Inspect hydraulic hoses to ensure they are in good
condition.
2. Clean the fittings before connecting them to the
tractor hydraulic ports.
3. Route the hose through the hose holder at the
hitch and be sure the hose can slide freely in the
holder. Do not allow hose slack to drag on the
ground or become caught on tractor protrusions.
4. Attach the hydraulic hose to the tractor.
5. From the operator position, start tractor and raise
and lower deck several times to purge trapped air
from the hydraulic cylinder.
Interference Check
1. Be sure that tractor 3-point lift links do not interfere
with hydraulic hoses, cutter driveline, or cutter
frame.
Operation 13
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