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The intended use of this standard-duty cutter is for
grass and weed mowing and shredding applications.
The operator is responsible for the safe operation
of the cutter. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor,
and all safety practices before starting operation. Read
the safety rules and safety decals on page 7 through
page 11.
Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is
from 2 to 5 mph.
DANGER
■ Full chain shielding must be installed when op-
erating in populated areas or other areas where
thrown objects could injure people or damage
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 pro-
tective 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).
WARNING
■ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
■ Do not allow bystanders within 25 feet of the
area when operating, attaching, removing, as-
sembling, maintaining, or servicing equipment.
■ Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not
exceed.
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.
■ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protec-
tive equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing,
and head; and respirator or filter mask where
appropriate.
12 Operation
OPERATION
TRACTOR STABILITY
■ A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight
must be on the tractor front wheels when attach-
ments are in transport position. Without this
weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal
injury or death. The weight may be attained with
front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front trac-
tor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.
Do not estimate.
ATTACHING CUTTER TO TRACTOR
Standard Hitch
(Figure 2)
1. Position tractor 3-point arms over the hitch pins and
secure.
2. Connect the tractor top link to the cutter A-frame
using the upper holes and the appropriate hard-
ware. The break link must be placed in the lower
holes of the A-frame.
3. For subcompact tractors, it may be necessary to po-
sition the break link pivot in the front location.
Quick Hitch
1. Break link pivot must be located in rear location.
2. Install quick hitch sleeves over hitch pins and se-
cure with Klik pin.
3. Attach tractor with the quick hitch to the cutter and
secure according to the quick hitch manufacturer's
instuctions.
WARNING
Figure 1. Tractor Stability
CD1564
MAN1298
( 08/01/2023 )
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