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Gearbox protection is provided by a slip clutch with
replacement 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.
Normally, ground speed will range from 3 to 8 km/h (2
to 5 mph). Tall, dense material should be cut at a low
speed; thin, medium-height material can be cut at a
faster ground speed.
Always operate tractor PTO at proper 540 RPM to
maintain blade speed and to produce a clean cut.
Under certain conditions tractor tires may roll down
some grass and prevent cutting at the same height as
the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce your
ground speed but maintain PTO at 540 RPM. The
lower ground speed will permit grass to rebound par-
tially.
Mowing Tips
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 sud-
denly 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 before
resuming operation.
Maximum recommended ground speed for cutting or
shredding is 10 km/h (6 miles per hour). Adjust tractor
ground speed by using higher or lower gears to provide
a clean cut without lugging tractor engine.
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Tall material should be cut twice. Cut material higher
the first pass. Cut at desired height at 90 degrees the
second pass.
Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts and
use less power.
Before entering an area, analyze it to determine the
best procedure. Consider the height and type of mate-
rial to be cut and the terrain type (hilly, level or rough,
etc.).
TRANSPORTING
Power unit must be equipped with 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.
Always raise unit and install transport locks
before transporting. Leak down or failure of
mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equip-
ment to drop.
Always attach safety chain to tractor drawbar
when transporting unit.
Never exceed 20 mph (32.2 km/h) during trans-
port.
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
Do not operate PTO during transport.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
CAUTION
Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
Lock-Up
Always transport with wings and center frame in the
raised, locked position.
Wing Lock-Up
1. Raise wing to the up position.
2. Remove safety pin from storage position.
3. Install safety pin in lock position. (See Figure 2)
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for opposite wing.
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