Pre-Operation Check List - Honda MM60 Operator's Manual

OPERATION

PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST

Operate tractor mid-PTO at no more than
RPM (maximum governed engine
2400
RPM).
You may not be able to stop the tractor
safely if the clutch or brake pedal mecha-
nisms are improperly adjusted, allowing
them to contact mower components.
When the mower lift stops are installed'as
instructed in this manual, properly ad-
justed clutch and brake pedal mecha-
nisms will not coptact mower compo-
nents. You should frequently check that
the tractor clutch and brake pedal mecha-
nisms are in adjustment.
If the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms
can contact mower components, do not
operate until properly adjusted.
2. Do not operate mower unless belt shield and
discharge chute are in place and securely
fastened.
3. Check that mower is properly and securely
attached to tractor.
Check ensure blades are sharp, secure and
to
properly installed. See Blade Condition on
Page 38.
5. Check that all hardware is properly installed
and secured.
6. Check to ensure spindles and caster wheels
.
are lubricated
7. When attaching U-joint to tractor mid-Pi0
shaft, it is important that the spring-activated
locking collar slides freely and the balls are
seated in groove on mid-PTO shaft.
adjustment. See Adjusting Cutting Height on
Page 29.
9. Raise mower carefully and check to be sure it
does not come in contact with hydraulic lines.
the top of the deck.
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Mower vibration tends to loosen
bolts during operation. All hardware should
be checked regularly to maintain proper
torque. It is a good practice to check mower
before each operation to ensure all bolts are
secure.
.Power for operating mower is supplied by tractor
mid-PTO. Do not exceed tractor manufacturer's
rated mid-PTO speed of 2400 RPM (maximum
governed engine RPM). Know how to stop tractor
and mower quickly in case of an emergency.
Should mower become plugged, causing belt to
slip for over two seconds, maneuver equipment
into a previously cut area and allow mower to clear
accumulated material. Continue running at least
two minutes, allowing pulleys to cool. Stopping the
mower with belt in contact with a very hot pulley
will bake and ruin belt.
Stop mower and tractor immedi-
ately upon striking an obstruction. Turn
engine, remove key, inspect and repair any
damage before resuming operation.
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